Caught In Two Worlds

[]Meeting[]

This is it. Today is the day I meet Jack. I'm so nervous. 

"Helloooo," Amber says while snapping, "Earth to Mary."

I snap out of my trance, "Oh, sorry." I let out a small chuckle.

"Oh I see, you're thinking of Daniels, eh?" she wiggles her eyebrows

I cleared my throat and pushed my hair behind my ear. "Well.. um.. I'm kind of meeting him today." I said slowly.

Her mouth dropped to the ground, I swear. She started squealing and shaking me. I just sat there questioning her happiness. I'm dating one guy and meeting up with another who may be my crush.. huh?! She noticed my weird look and caught on.

"Ohh, right.. Nick. Does he know?" She questions, finally letting go of me.

"No," I sighed, "And please don't tell him. I'm just hanging out with him for a couple days. It's not like I like him." I laugh awkwardly . I bet you can see the word 'lie' on my forehead. She raised an eyebrow and scoffed. 

"Okay, sure, but I know you secretly like him." she winked

What do I do now..

The school bell rang and Amber and I wait until everyone leaves. We walked out of the school with Nick. My knees are weak and I was sweaty. I feel so guilty. But it's not like we're doing anything.. flirty or bad.. just hanging out. Right?

I hugged Nick goodbye and hopped in Amber's car. Neither of us said a word for five minutes.

"So.. um, how you doing?" Amber says, breaking the silence

"Well, I feel guilty, nervous, and excited all at once." I sighed

"I see, so where are you guys meeting up?" she asks

"Starbucks." I giggle

She giggles too, "Okay, when? I could drop you off. And watch you guys from my seat."

"Not creepy at all," I said, "And pretty soon, so yes please."

"Alright will do." 

We arrive at Starbucks and went to order. I sat at a table and Amber sat at another table. I take a sip and glance at my phone. I heard footsteps coming towards me. I slowly look up and see a tall dark haired boy. Jack.

"Hey!" he said excitedly "So nice to finally meet you. You look even more beautiful in person." 

I tilted my head questioningly and blushed. "Thanks, nice to meet you too!"

He paused and realized that he complimented me. "Ah, well, just to be c-clear, I wasn't f-flirting." he chuckles

I nodded my head and giggled. He gave a toothy grin and said, "Well I'm going to order real quick."

"Okay." I felt my phone vibrate and I look to she that Amber texted.

Amber: Oooh girl he was totally flirting! Sorry not sorry for eavesdropping :)

Mary: Wow okay.

Jack returned and I turned my phone off. 

"So, how are you today?" he asked, starting a conversation.

"I'm well, and you?" I asked back

We conversed for over an hour. I heard the door open and glanced at the door. I held in a squeal when I see Logan Matthews. I turn to look at Amber and she looked pale, then returned to her normal color. She got up and started conversing with him.

"-so that's that." Jack finished and looked at me

I smile at him. He looks down at the table and opened his mouth but was interrupted by my phone. I sigh and look at it. Oh great Mom's calling. 

"I'm sorry I should take this, I'll be right back." I said as I got up to answer.

"Are you still at Starbucks with Amber?" Mom asks

"Yes," I answered

"Well can you come home soon?" she said a bit annoyed

I sighed, "Okay."

"Thank you, see you soon sweetie." Mom responded

I hang up and walked back to Jack, "Hey, I'm so sorry but I have to get home, I'll see you tomorrow?" 

"Oh, okay. Yeah, for sure." he says quickly

"Oh, before my mom called, were you going to say something?" I said while packing my stuff.

"O-Oh don't worry, I'll t-tell you t-tomorrow," he stammered

I frown, "Okay, then. See you tomorrow!" I say as I give him a quick hug 

Oh my gosh. That felt amazing.

I head outside to Amber's car and waited for her. She finally strolls out. Once she got in the car, she squealed.

"I got Logan''s number!" she said, squealing still

"That's great!" I responded, happy for her. 

She backed out of the parking lot and started driving to my house.