Confessions of a Bestfriend

Chapter 10 All that and more

Chapter 10

The whole week of school I tried to stay away from trouble but it seemed trouble liked to stick with me.

Both Zeke and Ericka had been persistent in getting their answers from me. Zeke was still trying to convince me that I had feelings for him. He kept on popping up everywhere. Whenever I go to the library, at the cafeteria, even the school grounds and mostly at the parking lot.

On the other hand, Ericka did the same. She texted me all the time waiting for updates from my interrogation. Im all out of excuses yet she still insisted. The truth was, I never even got into a serious conversation with Zeke ever since that night I went to his house. I always blew him off that made me felt sorry for him.

"A. Im beginning to think that you're not serious in helping me." Ericka said giving me a doubtful glare.

"Im just busy that's all. Having band practice and lots of homework." I tried to recycle my excuses.

"I already heard that." She muttered eyeing me ruefully.

"Okay.. to tell you the truth me and Zeke are not that close. Its kinda weird asking him personal questions." I said, hoping for her to accept my answer.

"Really? But it appeared you two get along fine." She raised her eyebrow.

"How come?" My heart skipped a beat.

"Well, you two have the same class and you both like art. I could see that you two are comfortable with each other. So I figured you two are close." She explained while fidgeting her iPhone.

"Well, we're not really--" I replied.

"Ah, hey I gotta go. Im goin to meet up with Claire & Kate. You know, finding a dress for homecoming. Wanna come?" She interrupted.

"You know they dont like me and vice versa. Plus, I already have a dress remember?" I reminded her.

"You're wearing that god-awful dress?" She exclaimed.

"My mom bought it. I didnt have a choice." I groaned.

"Okay, but if you still change your mind I have other dresses that you can borrow." She said and reved up the engine of her car.

"Okay. See ya." I bade her goodbye.

Homecoming was just in three weeks. I remembered last year, for the first time, I had a date. I was so happy back then. Mark was my first dance. For the first time I believed in Fairytales and that love did exist. It was an enchanting moment I thought would never end but I was wrong. Fairytales only happen in books and movies.

I was about to start walking home when someone pulled me and I bumped into his rockhard chest.

"Ouch! Jeez!" I touched my nose to check if it was still intact.

"Sorry. I didnt mean to. I need to talk to you." It was Zeke. Im not surprised.

"You're getting the hang of it, pulling and grabbing me crudely."

I stated.

Zeke scratched his head but gave me a grin.

"What do you want now?" I shoved him away.

"You cant just runaway from me. I cant sleep. You're always in my head. I wake up every morning seeing your face. Just tell me you dont feel the same way as I am and I will not bother you ever again." He pleaded.

"What do you like in me anyway? Im not pretty as Ericka. I dont have a fashion sense. I dont drive a car, Im not rich. Our house is just good for four people and Im not popular like her!" I exclaimed.

"Why do you care much about being like Ericka? Your perfect just the way you are. I like you because your simple not high maintenance. Your beautiful, you just dont know it. You dont need a car. I can drive you. And you dont have to be rich in money, you're overflowing with talent and plus you have a good heart." he praised.

"Err...I'm not all that." I muttered but my heart was pounding loudly in my chest.

"You're all that and more."He said.

I felt guilty for treating him this way. It sucked to be in this predicament. Seeing him that way made my heart melt. I know I felt for him too. He looked so handsome even when he's miserable. Its been just awhile since we've met, but I never knew that he felt for me that much.

What the hell...

I hugged him tight. Tears rolled down my eyes and he drew me in closer. I felt safe and for the first time I've sensed that I belonged with him.

"I was scared and insecure. After my last relationship, I lost trust in guys and the courage to take another commitment. I was hurt really bad." I sobbed.

"I know you've been cheated and still in pain. I wont promise that I wont hurt you but I promise to love you no matter what." He bore his eyes to mine assuring me.

"You love me?" I was flabbergasted.

"Yes. Aria. I love you." He repeated then our lips touched. It was much sincere this time. I hoped that, that moment would last.

Then again, I was wrong.

"What's the meaning of this?" Ericka stepped out of her car with fierce eyes glued to us.

"Ericka, I can explain." I cried out.

"You traitor!" She slapped me so hard that her hand traced on my face.

"Hey! Stop it Ericka!" Zeke got a hold of her and dragged her to the car.

"You! You two tricked me! You made a fool out of me." Ericka screamed at Zeke.

"Ericka, Im sorry." I told her while tears fell from my eyes.

"Some bestfriend you are! You will pay for this!" She shouted then drove off.

Zeke held me and I was crying. I hurt Ericka so bad. I feared for the future. Anything could happen.