felt alone in his arms; E.D

0.4

song recommendation for this part: A soulmate who wasn't meant to be - Jessica Benko

A U T U M N

"Do you believe in soulmates?" Ethan asked randomly as we cuddled on the couch. I looked up at him and smiled happily.

"I believe that there is someone everybody is destined to be with, Even if they don't find them. There is always someone so perfect for someone that it is unbelievable" I shrugged at looked back at the television.

"That was deep A, wasn't expecting that"

It was currently 1:26 and me and Ethan had been going on a lot more dates recently, yes he made time for work which I respected but he also made time for me, all thanks to Grayson. He took me Ice skating, concerts and movies.

"I believe in soulmates" Grayson's sleepy voice spoke. I smiled at the remark.

"Is that so Mr Grayson Bailey Dolan" I laugh as I look towards him. He leans against the doorway.

"It is so, well used to believe in them but something changed that view. I don't think there is ever gonna be someone for me" He sighed "Can I join?"

"Come watch the film with us Grayson" Patting the spot beside me, I sat up properly.

I held Ethan's hand and smiled at him as Grayson got cosy on the couch. I laid my cold head on Gray's shoulder and finished watching the film. He was warm yet felt spiteful almost upset.

"What made you stop believing in soulmates" I asked

"Prom"

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G r a y s o n ( f l a s h b a c k )

I adjusted my suit in the school bathroom mirror, running a hand through my hair and throwing myself a cheeky wink.

Confidence, I entered the school hall, music blasting and people having the time of their lives. I walked up to the table and poured myself a cup of punch and sat on the side, watching everyone dancing with someone. I saw Ethan with his hands firmly on Autumn's waist, smiling brightly and dancing to beautiful people by Ed Sheeran. After the song ended I approached Autumn and asked her for the next dance.

The night we met - Lord Huron

Take me back to the night we met.

I looked down at Aut on the chorus, absorbing every word. My hands placed on her hips and her hands placed my shoulders, she held eye contact.

-

"And prom queen is..." The room fell silent and people began whispering who they thought it was. "Autumn gloss"

A colossal smile grew on my face as she went up on stage, red of cheeks. The placed a big crown on her head and she gave a little speech.

"I want to thank you all for voting for me, it has been such a good night and I've enjoyed this night. I want to obviously thank Ethan and Grayson for dancing with me tonight. Honestly the sweetest two boys I've ever met. Irreplaceable"

The crowd cheered

"And prom king is..." Half peoples vision faced me while half-faced Ethan. I looked at Ethan and threw a smile then gulped. "Grayson Dolan"

I felt a gush of happiness travel over my face as I walked up on stage.

"Thank you guys so much for this" I exclaimed as they placed a small crown on my head.

"May everyone clear the dance floor so that Grayson and Autumn can have their dance" the speaker announced as we walked down the steps.

Everyone retrieved their phones as I grabbed onto autumn's waist and smiled down at her. She grabbed my shoulders as I pulled her closer. I glance over at Ethan, his face seemed empty, lonely.

I can't make you love me - Dave Thomas played through the speakers. I gulped at the lyrics, they hit close to my heart.

I swayed my hips and moved her across the dance floor with swift movements occasionally spinning her. I looked her in the eyes and smiled at her, ignoring all the cameras recording us. I was so lost in the moment that everything disappeared but her and the music. I held her waist so softly and smiled wider then I have ever before.

"I love you" I whispered to her

Eventually, the song ended and the crowd began to clap and cheer for us. I pulled her into a hug and walked her over to Ethan.

"I need to speak to you privately" Ethan grabbed her wrist and walked her to the empty outdoors. I sighed and sat down.

After ten minutes I ventured outdoors to find them, I open the door slightly to see Ethan kissing her, holding her how I wished I was able to. She seemed so genuinely happy, she seemed in love. I gulped back all my tears and left prom, silently.

"You're a fucking idiot Grayson!" My splotchy teared face laid in my hands, I felt broken and empty.

"Can't believe you actually thought she felt something for you"