Sleeping Jay

Almost 18 Years

Hope you like this new chapter of 'Sleeping Jay.' Sort I haven't updated in a while, but I've been busy with my other stories. Enjoy and leave a comment. 😉

Jay was sitting in his bedroom. Tomorrow would be his eighteenth birthday, and for some strange reason, everyone was excited.

Since he was six years old, he noticed that his parents were happier each year he turned older. It's like they couldn't wait for him to grow up. But this year felt special for some strange reason. Like something exciting would happen.

Just as he was about to leave his bedroom, he heard a knock on the door. "Come in." Jay said.

"Happy almost birthday to you!" Cole said as he entered the room. Jay smiled at his best friend, and said "Thanks Cole."

"No problem buddy, you must be excited about tomorrow. I mean you're going to be eighteen." Cole said as he sat next to Jay on the bed.

"Cole, can I ask you a question?" Jay asked.

"You just did, but sure Jay." Cole said.

"Do you know why my parents are so excited for my birthday tomorrow?" Jay asked, hoping for an answer finally.

Cole stayed silent for a minute, Wu had told him about the curse that had been put upon his best friend. He also told him not to tell him.

"They're probably just happy that their only child is about to officially become a man." Cole said, quickly coming up with a lie.

Jay looked at his friend and said "I think they're keeping something from me. I mean, my whole life they never let me leave the palace, or be alone for more than a few minutes. They wouldn't do that unless they're keeping something from me."

Cole had to think quick, he couldn't let his best friend find out the truth. "I bet the reason they never let you leave the palace or be alone for more than a few minutes is because they want to keep you safe." Cole said, and gave his friend a pat on the back.

"Maybe you're right, but I just wish they would let me go out of the palace for at least a little while." Jay said and put his head in his hands.

Cole thought about this for a minute, then an idea came to him. "Get some old clothes on, I think I know how to make your day." Cole said, and quickly left the room. "What is he up to now." Jay asked himself while smiling.