Some Type of Love || STYDIA REVERSED

Sandbox Stiles

Stiles POV:

Scott and I watched Lydia and Kira exit the doors to the parking lot. I was still in shock. Scott and I walked to our lockers silently and got our things. We walked out to the parking lot after. When we got to my Jeep and his motorcycle, Scott turned to me and said, "You're a freaking idiot man."

I looked up at him.

"You need to break up with Malia."
"Scott what are you talking about?"
"You and Malia fight too much. It's crazy it's like you two do that every week. And look where it got you with Lydia. Talking crap on her and Kira behind their back man come on."
"Hey it's not my fault. I didnt mean it at all. I like Lydia as a friend a lot. I was just trying to reassure Malia that there's nothing going on. She just always get jealous abou-"
"Shouldn't that tell you'd something? Scott said.
"What do you mean," I said.
"I don't know man. It's just frustrating to see you two like that. I mean you're my best friend and I just want what's best for you. But it's not healthy for you two to be together. I mean you get into fights way more than an average couple should, but over little things. Like today. You staring at Lydia."
"I didnt even know I was looking at her. I don't know that whole thing was weird. I mean Lydia is nice and all and I feel bad that I hurt her, but I love Malia."
"See! That's what annoys me. You and Malia are always like "I love you" and shiz but do you really love her?"
I stared at Scott.
"I-I yeah of course I-"
"Why'd you hesitate?"
"What I d-"
"Yes you did. You shouldn't have to think about whether you love someone or not. Even if you did why were you looking at Lydia like that at lunch? And the morning?"

I stared blankly at Scott.

"I see you Stiles. I know you better than anyone. Even if you just officially met her yesterday, you still look at Lydia differently then when you look at Malia. You act differently when you're with Lydia than I've seen you with any other girl in our life. You're more nicer, happy, and gentle. You're genuinely interested when she talks. I know it means something man."

"Scott, this is all-"

"It's true Stiles okay. Listen, I've never said this before, but when your mom passed you changed. Not much, but you did. You became more tense. And when we met the rest of our friends in our group, you became worse. I admit that I changed too because of them. I hate to say this but, I think they're a bad influence for both of us."

"Scott you're talking about our best friends. Our best friends since 6th grade."

"Yeah I know, but I feel like we're different people when we're around them. I honestly think that all youre doing with Malia is really arguing and making out. I dont even remember a time where any of you actually did something out of love for each other. All she does is get mad at you for no reason, and then you have to apologize."

I stared back at Scott silently.

"And when I saw you with Lydia today, it.... it reminded me of the little Stiles from the sandbox. The one that was always laughing, smiling, and just happy. I'm telling you this because I want you to be happy. Happy as sandbox Stiles. And you deserve to be. Whether it's with Lydia or someone else. But definitely not Malia. I know she's our friend, but you two together are like fire and ice. And it's not good for either of you. Kira and Lydia are really nice people Stiles. They're those type that are genuinely kind. And now you may have ruined the one chance for you to have something with Lydia. Whether it's being friends or something more I don't know. She's a good girl Stiles. And she's good for you."

Scott stared at me and I stared at him back.
Damn. That puppy eyed kid is right.
"Well, you got to admit sandbox Stiles was pretty lit if I say so myself," I said.
We both laughed.

"But thanks. What you're saying is all right. I guess some part of me has been denying that. I just have a problem with letting people go that's been in my life for so long. And I do really care for Malia. I really do. But I don't love her. Even though I say I do. I don't. And thanks to you, I finally realized that. I mean I say all these bad things about people when I'm with her. I know that's my fault too though."
Scott gave me a reassuring smile.

"Dang I have to make things right with Lydia now don't I?"

"Yep. Big time," said Scott.