The Hopeless Romantic

Chapter: 3

*Kylee's P.O.V.*

I was walking to my car thinking about what Matt said when I felt a tap on my shoulder. I turned to see Maddie.

She jumped up seeing my face. "Woah, you look horrible! What happened?"

My stomach twisted into a knot. "M-Matt said that he wanted us to be dating again."

Maddie shook me vigorously. "Then go for it. Kylee!!!!"

I made her stop then glared at her. "Maddie, after knowing all the bullshit that he put me through you still think I should get back with him?"

She let me go then put her hands up in defense. "Well, you're not getting anywhere anyways. I'm just being honest."

I puffed out my cheeks in defeat. She shrugged giggling.

Then my name was called out by a very familiar voice. "Hey Kylee!"

Maddie and I looked to see Benjamin walking over waving.

Maddie nudged me then whispered to me. "Who is the hottie? Go for this guy, Kylee."

I turned as red as a tomato and shoved Maddie. "Maddie! Shush!" Benjamin stopped in front of us smiling at me. I waved to him smiling, trying to forget what Maddie said and stop blushing. "You need a ride again, Benjamin?"

Benjamin shook his head. "Sadly no, I've gotta stay after for my music honor society meeting..." He thought for a second then pointed at me. "Hey, how about you join? We're still taking members." His eyes filled with hope.

How am I supposed to say no to that face...? Plus maybe this is my chance to start getting closer to Benjamin? Uhhhh. I don't know. Too nervous...

I blushed looking at Maddie for answers. She was unresponsive facially and verbally.

I looked back at Benjamin, rubbing my neck nervously. "Uh, I don't know-"

Benjamin's voice grew more excited. "Come on. It's obvious that you're passionate about music. Plus I think you could be president."

I looked at Maddie again. She was smiling brightly and giving me two thumbs-up.

I looked back at Benjamin and shrugged. "Sure Benjamin. If it's as great as you're making it sound then I'm up for it."

"Alright, let's go then." Benjamin grabbed my hand.

My heart thumped. "Oh! Uh, bye Maddie!"

"Bye Kylee! Good luck!" She waved smiling brightly as Benjamin and I walked away.

"I just know you'll love it, Kylee." He smiled at me as we walked.

My stomach grew butterflies in it as we walked because Benjamin never let my hand go. "B-But I definitely won't get president. High school is based off of popularity. I'm not popular."

Benjamin laughed. "Kylee, you will be president. Just come on."

*In The Music Room*

"Hey Kylee! You trying out for president?"

I looked over to see my friend, Milo smiling brightly. "I don't-" Benjamin cut me off.

"She is, and she'll get it."

"Well, she's got my vote." Milo gave us a thumbs-up then happily went to sit down.

"Let's go sit." Benjamin pulled me over, and we sat down.

I watched as friend after friend walked in and sat down. Some even noticed me and waved then sat down. I grew nervous, but suspicious at the same time.