Lost In My Imperfections

Chapter 14 ~ Dressing Up

I sat at the kitchen counter , Josh was cooking pancakes. My stomach growled softly , earning me a chuckle from Josh. "So I was thinking that because you and Kyle had your date that maybe you might want to come on one with me tonight" Josh says continuing to cook the pancakes. "Joshua lee Adams are you asking me on a date?" I say surprise written in my voice."Yes. Indeed I am Skyler Rose May" He replies blushing a soft pink. "I'd love to go on a date with you Josh" I reply before jumping off the stool and making my way up to my bedroom. I pulled on a pair of black skinny jeans , a loose white top and my pair of black knee high converses before grabbing my bag and heading down the stairs. " I'm going to walk today Josh!" I called , " Okay! Be safe!" He called back.

I exited the house , making my way down the pathway to the hell hole called school. I still hated school. I loved to learn English but thanks to the boys in my class and my ass of a teacher I never learn anything anyway.

Entering the school gates , I felt arms snake around my waist , lifting me into the air. "Kyle! Put me down! " I scream as he slowly puts me down chuckling softly to himself. " I heard about you and Josh! That's so cute" He said jumping up and down like a little girl , " Gees you're worse then the cheerleaders" I reply before walking past him. "Ha very funny Skyler but seriously I am happy for you , even though I would have loved to be the only one trying to win your heart" He replies winking at me before running off. I stood there in confusion. I knew Kyle kinda liked me but I didn't think he was this serious about it.

"Kyle! Wait up!" I called as I ran after him. "Yessems?" He replies turning around abruptly causing me to run into his chest." I need to talk to you about that" I say softly. "Yeah? What's up?"He asks looking at me with an eyebrow raised , "I think we would be better off being just friends. I care about you but not in that way" I say playing with the hem of my shirt awkwardly. "Oh" He replied , his mouth forming a perfect 'o'. " I'm sorry Kyle" I mumble , " It's okay. I understand. " He says before pulling me into his embrace.

****(XoX)****

I was glad Kyle had taken it all okay. I just didn't want to lead him on. I mean yeah I kinda liked him but it wasn't enough for me to want to start a relationship with him. Josh was a different story though. He might be the guy I need in my life. I sighed as I watched the film on the projector. We were currently in English and Josh sat beside me. This was the first time I had actually been with him in class. I looked over at him , watching as his eyes followed the movies movements. His face looked so relaxed and calm , as if he was in a daze. I just wanted to place my hand on his cheek , and look into his eyes but I looked away. I couldn't fall for him just yet. Unless I was already falling....

The movie ended and I collected my things , shoving them into my bag roughly. Josh had already rushed off to the library to help out during lunch , so I didn't get a chance to ask him what I was supposed to wear tonight but I guess I'd have to improvise. As I exited the classroom , I found Kyle talking to one of the cheerleaders. This one looked kinda familiar but I couldn't figure out where from.

As I got closer that's when it hit me. It was Allie's sister. " Hey Skyler!" Katie called. " Hey" I say softly as I came to stand by Kyle's side. " So Kyle was telling me that you are going on a date tonight. I was wondering if you wanted help getting ready?" She asked politely. I had to give her credit. We hadn't spoken since the accident.....so this must be hard talking to me. " Oh. No it's fine. Thanks for the offer though" I say softly , offering her a small smile before waving good-bye to them both.

I didn't want to put Katie through the pain of spending time with her sisters ex bestfriend. It would bring back to many memories for her...and for me. I walked into the cafeteria , all eyes turning to face me. " That's Her! That's the slut!" I heard the familiar voice of Casey scream. Then all of a sudden food started flying at me. " Slut! Slut! Slut!" They all chanted as they chucked their lunches at me. I ran out of the cafeteria , tears streaming down my face.

I made it to the library , running into my little corner. Falling into my bean bag , I brought my knees to my chest , my breathing growing heavy as I hyperventilated. I smelt the familiar smell of vanilla , as Josh wrapped his arms around me. He sat next to my rubbing my back as I started to calm down.

****(XOX)****

I sat on the couch with a bowl of fruit loops , watching The Regular Show. Josh hadn't asked what had happened, and I hadn't made any attempt to tell him. It was only 4pm and Josh had left a note telling me to be ready by six. He didn't tell me where we were going but I was guessing it would be fancy.

I jogged up the stairs, into my room. Throwing the closet doors open. Of coarse I never really owned anything fancy but I guess I could try and make something up. I found a pair of high waist-ed leather tights , and a pink flowery sweetheart neckline top , to go with some spiked black heels. I let my hair down , curling it slightly so it waved before adding light make up. For once I actually looked nice. Not the dark , loner kind of look. I was actually impressed with myself. By the time I was finished it had just turned 6pm. The doorbell rang and I jogged down the stairs , trying not to break my legs. I opened the door to find Josh in a sleek black suite with a blue tie. He looked stunning. " Wow" We both said in unison. I chuckled softly as he held out his hand for me to take , which I did. He opened the car door, as I slipped in. He got in soon after. " So where are we going tonight?" I ask as a smile crosses his face.  " Well....I was thinking dinner and then their is this party. Now I know you don't usually do parties but I think this one will be okay since we will be together" He says as my eyes widen a little. " Okay" I say quietly. I never usually went to parties. Not since the 5th grade when I actually had friends.

As we pulled into the resturant parking lot , my hands started shaking. I was nervous , and that was a fact....