Chapter 8

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James's POV
I can't wait to see Claire again today. Even though our first date wasn't successful hopefully today will be much better. When I entered school I rushed to Claire's locker to see if she's there.
Claire- "Oh hey there James"
James- "Hey Claire. I rushed to meet you today. Yesterday's date wasn't really a good one"
Claire- "Aw I'm really sorry James. It was very urgent for me to go"
James- "It's fine Claire. But do you wanna meet at Ricky's again today?" I asked.
Claire- "Sure. Ricky's at 5 pm"
James- "Ok done" I said and then headed to first period.

Claire's POV
I think at today's date I should tell James everything. I'm sure he'll understand my helpless situation.
English Class-
This is the only class me and Alyssa sit together so it's my second favorite since algebra is top favorite.
Alyssa- "So are you going out with James again today?" she asked.
Claire- "Yeah and I'm planning on telling him about me and Liam as well"
Alyssa- "Wow here comes another love triangle and it's so intoxicating"
Claire- "But you know I can't wait so I have to take a leap of faith" I said.
Alyssa- "True. Good luck sis"
Claire- "Thanks"

Liz's POV
I don't know why but I have a good feeling today. I hope everything goes well for my geometry test.
Geometry Class-
Mr Harvey- "Alright everyone please clear your desks and only have a pencil and eraser out"

Then suddenly there was a knock on the door. Aaron came in! And there was another professor behind him which must be Mr.Albert.

Mr Albert- "He's yours now Mr Harvey" mr Albert said.
Mr Harvey- "Ok Aaron go sit in the empty seat next to Liz. We're taking a test today but since you just came in you'll take it tomorrow"

Aaron looked good today. He wore a blue shirt and black jeans with white Nike shoes.

Aaron- "Hey Liz" he whispered.
Liz- "I'm so glad you're here! I knew something good would happen today" I whispered back.

James's POV
So I guess my date number two with Claire has officially started again. Claire looks very pretty today with her pink dress and purple heels. However this time we ordered coffee and chocolate cake instead of a croissant.

Claire- "I'm very sorry for what happened yesterday James" she said
James- "It's all fine but if you don't mind me asking what was the urgent work you had to leave for?" I asked.
Claire- "James I really wanna tell you and I think you should know but will you be upset?"
James- "No Claire. I'll always support you no matter what happens" I said holding her hand.
Claire- "Ok so a few weeks back I met a guy named Liam and at first we didn't really have feelings for each other. But then we were kind of messed up in a love square with four people and at the end we came together" she said.
James- "So you went to meet Liam yesterday?" I asked.
Claire- "Yes he has his own Starbucks shop. He also loves music as much as me and we both can play guitar"
James- "Wow that's nice. I guess you guys make good friends then"
Claire- "I guess but aren't you mad at me?"
James- "No of course not. I mean you have your own personal life as well. And we just confessed our feelings yesterday so it's fine" I said.
Claire- "But the thing is that i just wanna be with you though. I know Liam has feelings for me but I don't like him"
James- "I think you should tell him that the way you told me about your relationship with him"
Claire- "I think you're right but I seriously don't wanna hurt Liam this way. He's very lonely"
James- "Don't worry Claire I'm always with you. And it's okay if you don't wanna tell him now I won't force you"
Claire- "Thank you so much James. You're really the best" she said.

We spent the rest of our date talking about things we like and don't like to get to know each other more.

Claire's POV
So our date is over and James is dropping me home this time. I'm so excited for Salex and Menry to come to NYC tomorrow but I feel nervous at the same time.

James- "I'm so glad this date was a lot better and we got to know each other more" he said while driving.
Claire- "Yeah me too. And I would definitely like to see your artwork one day. Maybe you can teach me art"
James- "Yup. And as a matter of fact I'm planning on hosting a party soon with my friends. Maybe you can come over as well and I can show you my drawings"
Claire- "Yay I'm so excited for that. But what's the party for?"
James- "It's just a get- together party I host every month with my friends. They always come and bring other cool people with them"
Claire- "Wow that's nice. I'm not even allowed to host parties without my parents permission"
James- "Aw don't worry it's okay. My friends have the same issue. But I was thinking since you like to sing.. would you mind singing at my party?" he asked.
Claire- "Oh sure that would be interesting. What about I make a list tonight and show it to you tomorrow"
James- "Yup that's perfect" he said turning the car towards my house. "That's your house right?" he asked pointing to the house with a green roof surrounded by many bushes"
Claire- "Yes thank you so much for the ride James. I guess I'll see you later" I waved bye after I closed the car door and he waved back and drove away.

Liz's POV
I threw my backpack on the bed and then threw my myself on the bed too. I'm so tired after all the work we had to do. And then I also had to stay an extra hour for the volleyball club. Suddenly I heard a knock at my door.

Liz- "Come in!" I yelled still lying on bed from all that tiredness.

Claire came in with a pen and paper in hand. I got up.

Claire- "Oh I'm so sorry sis. I didn't know you were sleeping" she said.
Liz- "Oh no it's fine" I said rubbing my eyes. "So what's up with school?" I asked.
Claire- "School is going good. But guess what?!"
Liz- "What?" I asked.
Claire- "Salex and Menry are coming to NYC tomorrow!!" she cheered
Liz- "Wow that's great. For New Years?" I asked
Claire- "Yup but I have a bad feeling that I might do something bad to someone which makes me scared and nervous at the same time"
Liz- "Aww sissy don't worry. Maya's very close to you. She won't let anything go wrong"
Claire- "Yeah I guess. But how's college going?" She asked
Liz- "I guess it's going good. I was so happy today because Aaron and I have the same professor"
Claire- "Oh my god Aaron transferred to your college?"
Liz- "Yup. And isn't that great? Now I get to see him everyday" I smiled.
Claire- "That's nice"

BUZZ
Liz- "I think that's your phone sis"
Claire- "Yeah it's Maya. She said that she's super excited to meet me"
Liz- "Cool. You're so lucky to have great people around you"
Claire- "Yeah I know. Just like Sab" she smiled.

We gave each other a hug and then Claire left to her room.

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