The past four days have been rather interesting, partially due to Brandon and I spending more and more time together. With our project out of the way we got to know each other a bit more, and I found that we have a lot more in common than I thought. We would’ve made great friends if the crackling attraction between us weren’t a constant reminder that we could never be.
He also told me a bit more about himself; that he moved here from Stamford Connecticut, about his dad and childhood. I was flattered that he’d wanted to share that with me, I doubted anyone else knew some of the things he has told me. Tess and I sat on the lawn at the back of the school grounds; it was near the football field.
I saw Brandon approach us and I felt my mood improve like there’s a switch that can be flicked, he got closer “Hey girls.” He said with a smile at both of us “Hi Brandon.” Tess said standing up, “I gotta go see Mr. Franklin. See you later.” She said to me then walked away. My gaze followed after her; she was always so quick to leave me alone with Brandon. I wondered if deep down inside it bothered her that I’ve been spending time with him. It didn’t seem like it though, and besides at this rate we were both going to have to get used to it. Brandon replaced her beside me
“Guess who got an A on the art project?” He said with a smiled when my eyes widened “What? Us? No way.” I said incredulously and he only nodded. I delightfully threw my arms around him then quickly pulled away again “Wow, I so couldn’t have done it without you.” I said and his smile turned into a grin “Lets just say we make an awesome team.” He said “Agreed.” I said smiling too.
My gaze fell to the ring on his right index finger, it was square shaped with a grey moonstone. It was a nice ring and I wondered what it meant to him because he never took it off. Probably a gift from a loved one, or some girl the jealous voice taunted me. “Nice ring.” I said and he was taken aback for a moment then glanced at it “Nice necklace.” He said looking at it this time.
“So did you hear about the hiking and camping trip?” he asked, I heard about it but didn’t put much thought into it “Is it like a school thing?” I asked, did that mean he’d be going too? I was suddenly very interested. “That’s the idea, are you coming?” he asked and I nodded reluctantly “Are you?” I asked and he gave me a sly smile.
“Would it matter either way?” he asked, I tore my gaze away from him and looked at the clearing “No.” I said and I heard him chuckle “Lair.” He said softly and I stifled a laugh of my own.
I noticed his St. Josephs high school Alligators duffle bag “You going to practice?” I asked and he nodded. Ever since his match-winning touchdown he’s become a vital player in the football squad. “I could use my own personal cheerleader.” He said and I chuckled playfully pushing his shoulder “Yeah right.” I said. He gave a fake sigh “Well a guy can dream.” He said then he kissed my cheek before he stood up, I tried to stifle a blush but he started walking away.
“See you later alligator.” I called after him and he turned and flashed me a gorgeous smile “After a little while princess.” He called back. I watched him until he disappeared around the building wondering what was up with this nickname or endearment he gave me.
I wasn’t sure what kind of relationship we had; weather or not we were exclusive. Well his female acquaintances were never far away, but I took pleasure when he’d blow them off now. Should I place any meaning into that?
I shook my head at myself, I was totally falling for him and it was too late to try and do anything about it. With a sigh I stood up.