The Stupid Rules of SIN

Part 9

Rebel's POV
"No!!! we are just best friends!!!"... was the last thing I heard coming from the bleachers as I saw Jewel storm off. I waved at Liam trying to understand what happened, he just shrugged his shoulders. I dropped the ball and run after Jewel. Jake walked over to Liam and asked, " so what's the verdict bae? Does Jewel like him?"... " oh he more than like him, you should have seen how he gazed at him; that boy is in LOVE!lol"-Liam. Jake lean in and pecked his boyfriend on the cheek.The two of them laughed like hyenas. " Emotions is like pregnancy, you can't hide it forever,eventually everyone would know"- Jake.

I arrived to the food court to find Jewel playing on his phone.He looked annoyed, angry and mostly worried. How does he manage to look this charming even when he's pissed off. Truth is, I've liked Jewel since we were young. Those almond eyes, stiletto lashes, and Cupid bow lips that's always pink and glossy. I have to hold myself from stealing a kiss whenever he sleeps over at my house. I always thought Jewel was cute, but now he has become more adorable. I didn't have a problem just loving him from the shadows until we recently started high school. As if it could even be possible, but Jewel has become more alluring that straight guys are questioning their sexuality.

Recently, one of our seniors followed us home. Jewel unlike myself is very oblivious to his surroundings and how his enticing nature draws people to him like bees to honey. After, I watched him walk into his house I rushed over to the senior hiding behind the tree.  Although I'm only a freshman, I towered over this dude and more muscular. He was startled when I grabbed him by the collar and slammed him against the tree. " Hey, what's your deal!!!, why are you ruffling me up?"... " I should be asking you that!!! Why the hell have you been following us for days now? Huh? What is your fucking deal, are you a stalker?" The guy grabbed my hand that was pinning him against the tree. While struggling to break by hold on him, he said "... I'm not a damn stalker!!! I just like your friend!okay!!!". I loosen my grip and stared at this scrawny looking dude in awe. He likes Jewel!!!, I don't know why but I felt a thump in my heart and it felt like it was being crushed . He pushed my hand off him, and said in a calm tone " I have liked him for a while now, but I didn't know how to approach him that's why I followed him. I was hoping you would go a different direction so I can tell him how I feel". I had nothing to say, but stare at this love stricken boy confess his love for Jewel. ".. I like everything about him (blushing)his smile and how warm his laughter is... I noticed him on the very first day of school. His locker is two lockers from mine. I've been building up the courage to approach him". He smiled and fidgeted with his phone that he was holding. Then I gathered my thoughts and asked him "what makes you think Jewel is gay?" He looked at me with a puzzle look,then he answered with, "... I didn't say he was gay! All I know is that I'm attracted to him and want to get to know him better" he smirked after he said that. To some this wouldn't make sense, but I understood what he meant.For the most part I know for certain I am not gay, in fact I don't find any other male attractive except Jewel. I can't deny I've noticed other guys showing interest in him.If this dude is bold enough,pretty soon others would follow. "... can you tell Jewel I like him?😊". The guy interrupted my thoughts. I released him and proceeded to walk home. "Hey!!!" He yelled as I walked away... " Marcus also likes him, you know!!! If I don't succeed someone else would!!". The mention of Marcus made me stop in my tracks. I shook my head and went home.
" Hey, why did you storm off like that? What did Liam say to you". He squinted his eyes at me and pouted his lips. I was dying inside, I just wanted to peck him on the lips. " How do you know that boy?"- Jewel. His tone when he asked was that of a possessive jealous girlfriend,hahahaha he is so cute. I smiled and answered, "he's Jakes bf, he attends all the games. Even the away games". After I said that he looked like he was in deep thought. OMGosh, he even looks cute when he is dazed 🥴 out. I really like you Ju, I said to myself. I just need the right time and moment to confess. " if you are done day dreaming, I'll got hit the showers now. Order pizza for us to take home". I ruffled his hair his hair and dashed off to the locker room.
"That kid really likes you Rebel..." said Jake. "It doesn't matter how he tries to conceal it, his emotions betrays him". Jake walked up to me as I was dressing up to leave. He had always suspected that Jewel and I had something going on. But the truth is, he was picking up on our chemistry but truly we were only friends. Jake and Liam have been dating for a year now. They met during summer camp and that cheeky, outspoken Liam charmed him with his personality. Jake is openly gay, although he is the most manly man you can think of. I guess he has been observing Jewel and I for a moment, and had his boyfriend fish for answers today. Hence, the sudden explosion from Jewel during practice. I finally admitted it to Jake, " ... I also do like him too. I am afraid of ruining our friendship. His family is really close with mine. You know we were even born in the same Hospital?!" I asked rhetorically. With an amazed face, " wow that is indeed something ". ... I nodded my head, " yeah on the same day, an hour apart. Our fathers became friends at the waiting room". Jake laughed hysterically, while tapping me on the shoulder " if that's not destiny, man!!! Then I don't know. I mean would you rather know now or loose him to someone else? The worse he can say is no. You can patch up your friendship even if the outcome is not good. Trust me, had I known is always too late". Jakes words rung in my ear as I met up with Jewel outside. I felt butterflies in my gut, as we walked home. I thought to myself, " I have to be honest with my feelings, I'll tell him tonight"...