The Angel's Calling

Chapter 18

When classes and few lectures were over, I was standing in front of the school with Jessica. I just had shown her the text.

Jessica: hospital? Why?

Me: I don't know..

We saw Peyton's car stopping in front of us. He opened the passenger window.

Peyton: get in. We have to hurry.

Me: I'm coming.

As I was getting into the car, Peyton turned his attention to Jessica.

Peyton: hello Jessica! Long time no see!

Jessica: stop harassing Jose and we can fix it.

Peyton: can't, sorry.

Jessica: sorry not sorry..

I put on my seatbelt and watched how Jessica turned around and walked away.

Me: what did you say to her?

Peyton looked at me as if I was mad

Peyton: nothing.

Me: well, you seemed pretty glad to see her again. A crush?

I smirked as Peyton's expression turned even more upset. He rolled his eyes..

Peyton: if you want to think that way. Alright, let's go!

Peyton got the gas and we started driving. On our way to the hospital I couldn't get it out of my mind... the things he had said about Jessica. I knew it wasn't my business but it was still Jess we were talking about. I turned to him.

Me: seriously, Peyton. Do you have any feelings for her?

Peyton's expression hadn't changed while we were driving. He looked at me and then back to the road.

Peyton: I said what I said. Take it how you want it.

Me: well..., you're not denying it.

Peyton: I don't know what to tell you.  Haven't talked to her.

Me: if this is about talking, you know I can arrange a little date.

We stopped at the red light and he looked at me.

Peyton: look at you! Being all matchmaker ready and all.

Me: always. So what to you say?

Peyton: a date with Jessica? Hmm..

He looked out of the window with a smirk and started driving again. He looked at me.

Peyton: we might have few problems.

Me: okay?

Peyton: okay, first of all, she's in a relationship with Eric. That will raise questions.

Me: that's simple. Friend dates are normal.

Peyton raised an eyebrow.

Peyton: those even exist?

Me: it might be a bit complicated but it's not science.

Peyton: still don't think Eric is okay with it but fine.

Me: and the second problem?

Peyton: well, you see..

He studdered a bit saying it.

Peyton: the last time I was together with someone, I was with you, kissing on the bathroom floor.

I blushed and looked at my feet. I tried to stay neutral and looked at him.