He's Just Not That Into Me

A birthday to remember

So btw in this chapter it's your 17th birthday and it's July too. So keep in mind that Marks birthday is June 28th (wow he's really 27 now 😫) So he's a little less than a month older than you ~TSBS

"What do I even get her?" I ask Bob and Wade. We are at the Mall searching for a present for (y/n).

"She likes anything you get her, Mark. Don't overthink it," Wade says. Bob nods in agreement.

"I know that, but it's her seventeenth birthday. Her golden birthday. It's gotta be something better than what I normally get her."

"You could find her a real boyfriend," Bob says trying not to laugh.

"I'm not asking her out. We're just friends. That's all her and I want to be."

*Your Pov*
"I think I want to be more than friends," I say to Grace.

"Oo la la, wanna take it up a notch with the big Markaboy." she laughs. I laugh too. We walk into hot topic to look at some choker necklaces.

"Yeah, it's just...I don't know." I think for a moment, trying to figure out how to put my thoughts into words. "We've been friends for so long that we're closer than most friends. There's no doubt in my mind that he likes me."

"I told ya he did! He was mean to you because he liked you! He's liked you this whole time!"

"He hasn't said anything to you; has he?"

*Grace's Pov*
I know I shouldn't be, but I'm texting Bob and Wade in a group chat. I've been telling them everything (y/n) has been saying. Us three made a pact to try to get Mark and (y/n) together. The closeness they share, isn't normal for a boy/girl friendship. She doesn't act that way with Bob or Wade. Mark doesn't act that way with me, and I'd say we're all best friends with eachother. (Y/n) and Mark? Mmmm more like friends with benefits to me. I mean, for God's sake they change clothes in front of eachother. I'm actually surprised they haven't kissed on their own yet. Based on everything that's happened in the past. There's been a lot of close calls.

*Flashback to 8th grade*
Mark and (y/n) were hanging out at her house. They've always had sleepovers with just the two of them. I wish my parents would allow that. I guess since they've had sleepovers since they were seven they know they can trust Mark not to try anything funny. Well, that wasn't the case on this night. They went about their night the same way they always did. Cuddled on the couch, popcorn, and a movie. They changed the movie type though. Instead of their usual comedy or action, they chose a scary movie.

In eighth grade, (y/n) wasn't the bravest when it came to scary movies. Today, she takes them on like a champ. Of course when a scary part came on she screams and buried her face into Mark. Mark unintentionally wrapped his arms around her. She looked up at him. Their faces were centimeters apart.

They almost kissed, but before they could, Mark suggested they change the movie.
*End Flashback*

*Skip to the Party*
*Mark's Pov*
I walk over to her house before everyone else gets there. I go upstairs into (y/n)'s room.

"Oh hey, Mark!" She runs over and hugs me. "I'm just doing my makeup then I'll be ready!"

"Okay." I smile at her. I go over and sit on the end of her bed. "It's a nice day out. Are we gonna be outside at all?"

"We can after dinner and the movies. My parents still say only Grace can stay the night though. It might be time for you guys to go home after the movies."

"Ah, okay. That's cool."

*You're Pov*
After the movies we head back to my house. I open my presents and then everyone gets ready to leave. Wade and Bob left together. Grace went up to my bathroom to take a shower. I stand at the door with Mark, and we talk before he leaves.

"Before I go. I have one more thing for you. Besides the shirt I got you, I have this..."

He hands me a small ring box. I open it and sure enough there's a ring in it. It's just a small silver band with a few crystals in it.

"Mark, is...is this a promise ring?" I ask. My heart is pounding against my chest. My breathing becomes heavier.

"Kinda."

I hug him as tightly as I can. "Mark," I say into his shoulder.

"Yeah?"

"I l...I like you. A lot."

He hugs me tighter. "(Y/n) I need to tell you something."

"What?" I pull away to face him.

"Do you know Claire? From school? She's uh...well her and I are dating now."

Then I feel my heart stop completely.

A/n
So I've made a YouTube channel but I haven't uploaded anything yet. So I'm not sure if it'll show up when you search it but the name is Joisapotato. I should be making a video soon. When I do I'll be sure to link it!