hardly love

Chapter 3| Codec Miller

My heart raced picked up as I stared at him. Why is he here so suddenly??

I began fluffing my hair and primping my dark green tank top and jean shorts the best I could to look somewhat presentable after that nap i'd just taken. This was the love of my life after all!

He continued to walk down my stone driveway until reaching the soft pink bricks (worn away over years of living here) of my steps.

Everything seemed to be happening too fast. My breathing, my heart, Codec's walking. My eyes stayed glued to his legs though. No one could deny how beautiful he was. It's always weird to me because I never thought I would meet my love in such ways.
                           |Flashback|
It was a regular school day, in the awkward grades of middle school. 6th grade to be specific. And with a new grade came a new kid. By now everyone didn't get shocked or worried about new kids, but somehow I couldn't help but be excited for a new friend opportunity.

Jake walked up to me, looking very prim and proper on his first day of school. His mom always doused him in cologne and made him wear button downs. He always looked so ridiculous but, I thought it was kind of adorable. "Missie, welcome back!", he said. I swear if you could speak in emojis, there would have been like, ten heart emojis after my name.

"Hey, Jake!", As annoying as Jake gets, I still weirdly missed him. A lot. He was my best friend. And my only friend. Honestly I got along with everyone, but I only ever told Jake everything.

"How was your break?" , Jake asked. Anytime he asked a question, he always seemed actually interested to hear the answer. I've always liked how much he cares.

"It was fine, but I did miss seeing your goofy self..", I laughed a bit. I'm known not to lie, so honestly whatever I'm thinking comes out of my mouth a second later.

Oddly enough, for a moment I saw Jake....blush? It was so strange  since I know I've never seen him do anything to show "romantic affection" before. "Heh, yeah I missed you, too." He said, rubbing the back of his neck as if to signal something.

Just before I could ask, the teacher told us to take our seat, and how the new kid will be here any moment. I felt giddy. I really enjoy getting new kids, and I kinda hope it's a boy. I know it's kind of strange, but I've always made friends with boys easier. Girls like drama too much. They are just so...catty. I've known since the beginning I didn't want to run with that crowd.

"Alright class,", our like 50 year old teacher began, "We have a new student....yay.", Just as he finished being sour that he had "a new kid to look after", A boys face appeared through the pale doors window.

He had dimples, I could see from a small smile playing on his lips. His hair was a huge Afro that made my heart skip. So weird....

The door knob kept jingling and finally a semi-tall boy walked through. And for a moment I could see him look at me, with a small twinkle in his eye. I think he winked, but I'm not sure.

"This is, Codec Miller everyone."

A chorus of hellos played through the lips of all the kids, including Jake who still wore his goofy happy expression. But I couldn't bring myself to say hi. My brain kept holding back the words from coming. Until, finally, he walked up to me. It was as if it was almost in slow motion, and he was just...beautiful.

"Hi, I'm Codec. What's your name?" , he smirked holding out a smooth hand for me to shake. I took it. And maybe held on for too long. But in that moment I felt a shock that I knew couldn't just be static. That's when I feel in love with him. That's when I knew he was the one.
                           |Present|
I waked down the stairs sucking in a harsh breath. It was now or nothing, I guess.

The door opened, revealing a wall of sweet scents. And my eyes fell on the flowers.

"Hey, Missie", he practically sung to me. His voice was as smooth as butter and cut through the air so gently . I never knew someone could be so perfect.

"Uhm, h-hey, Codec. What are you doing here?"

"I just wanted to see your pretty face..", he winked and I blushed. Does he know the things he does to me?

"Eheh, Well I'm not much of a sight,but thank you."

"Well anyway, I was wondering if you wanted to go on a double date tomorrow?" He seemed eager to ask this, which makes sense. Maybe he really likes me??

"Oh, yeah of course! But, why?"

"Well, you see, my friend has this super hot girl he's bringing. And I mean super hot! So I need a date, too."

I don't know why what he said hurt me so much. He's allowed to call other girls hot, it's not like I own him.

"I mean, I'll go but I would really like to understand why you chose me?" ,I can't understand the emotions I was feeling. I just felt...bad. I couldn't give up a date with Codec, though. So no matter how I feel, I will help him.   

                  |End of chapter 3|