I knew I had a lot of explaining to do. What was he doing even here? How long has he been standing there? Oh god, I am screwed. No one knew I could sing, not even Chase. Great.
"WOW. Rose I didn't know you could sing. You are amazing"
"Um. Thanks" I said as I made way out of the booth.
We both could feel the tension that was building in the room. As I packed my things, it became clear to him that this was an awkward situation for me.
"Rose, it's okay. I won't tell anyone if you don't want me to."
I tried my best to ignore him. I had already collected by belongings and I was just about to make my way out of the room when I felt him grab my arm. Suddenly everything was on the floor and I was facing him, I was so close that I could feel his heartbeat.
"Rose, it's okay. Just talk to me, please." how could I deny him? His crystal blue eyes staring at me.
"It's just, no one knows about this or me, it's always been a secret. I haven't told Chase!"
"Look, its fine I understand, everyone has their secrets and I promise I won't tell anyone. Maybe this could be our little secret."
"Haha, our little secret, geez Josh you make it sound like we are sneaking around and making out."
"Well, would that really be a bad thing."
I immediately felt awkward again. I have tried so hard to hide my feelings for him from everyone even myself. But apparently Josh had different plans.
"Look, you're Chase's best friend. I could never do that to him. But could you please not tell him about my secret. When I am ready I will tell him."
"Your wish is my command."
"Haha, you are such a flirt. God!"
"Should I take that as a compliment?"
"I don't know, should you?"
Damn it Rose what are you doing….STOP FLIRTING!!!!
"Look, I have to go, I will see you later."
"Wait, how about we grab a bit to eat and then I will drive you home. I am heading over there anyway."
I hesitated but I agreed to go with him. A free ride home and free food, who could say no to that?
There was an awkward silence for a while before I asked where we were going.
"We are going to stop at my house to grab some clothes and then we will go grab a bit. Where to you want to go?"
"Um. I don't know. I'm kinda in the mood for Ice-cream."
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Brothers Best Friend
Hayran KurguGrowing up was never easy for Rose Jacobson and her brother Chase. But are things about the change? New school, new life, new rules. Everything is different. Rose and Chase have been close ever since their father died and they were put into foster c...