LOVE'S LIKE A CURSE

Hey guys! This is my first attempt at writing a fan fiction, and I have absolutely NO experience whatsoever in writing one. So this probably might not be that good, but please just read through it as I have taken a lot of effort. Also, it is based on one of my favourite couples, LEYTON! I simply adore them! So, without further ado, I present to you, Love's Like a Curse. Enjoy! Please drop a review as I would LOVE to read your suggestions and feedback.

July 6th, 2013

"C'mon, Peyton, just give this site a shot!" yelled Haley to her friend.

"I have said this before and I'll say it again. My answer is no, and that's final."

"If you can be this stubborn, so can I. I have put your details on . I can't watch my best friend mope around all day just because a cheat left her."

Peyton swirled around to face her, angry tears threatening her eyes.

"Don't go there, Haley. Ever again. I don't need to be reminded day in and day out that I have been used and thrown like some piece of garbage!" Peyton yelled, her tears now streaming down her face.

Haley sighed. She couldn't bear to see Peyton like this. She was always so happy, so full of life. But she also knew that, not only was she hurt about being dumped, but she had also left her job, her family, her WHOLE LIFE for that jerk Jake. After he callously ripped her heart out, Peyton felt like she had nothing to live for. She just used to cry, all day long, wondering what could have gone wrong. After a whole year, she finally came back to reality, after her countless days in oblivion. Since then, Haley made sure that she did not go into a relapse. But today, she felt that Peyton had suffered enough. It was time to start afresh.

"OK. But can you at least meet this guy once? For me? Please? He seems to be a great guy, and if I weren't married, I would totally meet this guy!"

Peyton giggled. That was Haley for you. She could chatter all day long. She sighed a sigh of resignation.

"Remember that I'm only doing this for you, just this one time."

Haley shrieked.

"He is going to meet you tonight, at Café Rel, 9 o' clock. Got that?"

"YES. Can I go now? I have to pick up some groceries before my little rendezvous"

Haley laughed. "Okay, but don't be long. Remember, you have to look good for this 'rendezvous', as you call it."

Peyton nodded her head as she left their cosy, beautifully furnished apartment in North Carolina.

AT THE SUPERMARKET

After a long 30 minutes, Peyton finally finished her shopping.

"Why does there have to be so many choices for just a simple pasta sauce?"She thought as she absent-mindedly paid the cashier and carried her bags.

"Hey, watch-"

Peyton nearly fell, and if weren't for a pair of hands that firmly held her, she would have fallen for sure. She looked up and saw a pair of beautiful blue eyes looking at her, concern in them. She found herself staring, rather ogling, at him. Spiked blond hair, a sexy stubble and, of course, those gorgeous eyes. He was dreamy! His voice snapped her out of her reverie.
"Are you okay?"He asked, with his husky voice. It took a minute for Peyton to find her voice.

"Oh, yes. Thank you so much." She squeaked.

The stranger chuckled. "Don't mention it. I, too, have a gift of falling over plane surfaces."

Peyton smiled. "Thank God, I'm not the only one. Well, I guess I'd better be going. My friend must be expecting me." She said, not really wanting to leave.

The Stranger nodded his farewell, while Peyton scuttled off, well aware that Haley would be livid if she didn't reach home that instant!

AT HOME

Haley had gone and played Barbie-doll with Peyton. She looked stunning! Her otherwise curly hair had been straightened, her beautiful almond-shaped eyes were ringed with kohl, and her pretty pink lips had just a touch of gloss. But it was her outfit that really made her look elegant. It was a red coloured, off-shoulder dress, which had a net skirt over the satiny cloth. Her Christian Louboutin black pumps were studded with small diamonds which shone every time light fell on them. Haley took a step back and surveyed Peyton as if she were a work of art.

"You are now ready to face 'The Guy'." She said triumphantly.

Peyton was nervous. It was the first time she was going on a blind date. Nevertheless, she braved it out for Haley and smiled.

"How do I know where to find him? I don't even know how he looks!"

"Don't worry. It's all settled. He's coming to pick you up."

"WHAT?! HERE?!" Peyton shrieked.

Haley rolled her eyes. "Yes, here, and you better leave and go downstairs. I bet he's waiting for you."

Peyton groaned and turned on her heels. When she came out of the house, she stopped short.

She found herself looking at those gorgeous blue eyes, yet again.

So, how was it? I know it was a bit long, but it was the intro. Also please leave a review! I will try to update as often as I can, what with my exams. Also, as I am going on a trip, I will not be able to update till Friday or so. Thank you!