"WHATSERNAME"

"Paper lanterns"

It's Whitney.

- Frank, do you mind if I talk to you for a second?

I take a look at Jimmy and he points the door.

After I stay alone with her, I ask:

- So, Whitney is it something going on?

She doesn't look me in the eyes and replies:

- No, everything is cool. I just want to ask you something. You know... When we were kids I always looked at you in a different way. I didn't say a word because we were just kids, so it wouldn't be useful. What I'm trying to say is: would you like to go on a date with me one of this days?

Jimmy was right as usual... I didn't want to hurt her feelings. This girl has passed through a lot! In the other side, there's Melissa . She's my girlfriend and I care about her enough to not let another girl come into my life, so this is tough...

- I'm sorry, Whitney. I really like you. I think you're a fantastic sister. However, I'm taken, you know? But we can still be friends.

I see the disappointment in Whitney's eyes. That made me feel like a moron. She's into me. Unfortunately, I don't control what I feel. Poor sister...

- I didn't know you were dating someone. I'm sorry. I thoughtyou were available. I didn't want to...

- No, Whitney! You've done nothing wrong. You opened up to me. I'm glad you did it. The thing is, we can't be more than platonic siblings.

She smiled a bit. It wasn't happiness. It was more acceptation. I'm feeling so bad for her... This girl deserves the best.

- I'm glad we can still be friends.

- Of course, Whitney. I've been here for you, even though you didn't realize that. Besides, you're older than me. I may need you to buy me wine.

I finally hear that funny and original laugh again.

- No way! You're too young for that.

- In that case our friendship is over! – I hug her and we both laugh insanely.