As Corey strummed the last cord, I smiled. Another awesome practice.

"Good practice, everyone," the blue haired guitarist said, smiling ant everyone. His eyes stay on me for a little longer than everyone else. Or did I imagine that?

"I'm tired, guys," Kin says, yawning. "It's been a long night."

"Yeah, but it's been awesome though! Kin, that was one of the best practices, EVER!" Kon says, wildly gesturing with his drumsticks.

I take off the strap that connects to my base, shaking my head. "You two are right. This awesome practice calls for celebration. Who wants to go to Belchi's?"

Kin and Kon looked at each other, eyes wide. While they were smiling and talking happily, Corey came over to me. "Cool idea Lanes," he says, casually placing an arm over my shoulder.

I look at his face, unable to look away for a long time before snapping to my senses. I had a boyfriend. One I met online, but a boyfriend either way. The thing is, if I had a boyfriend, why does he still have such a big effect on me? I look down before he could see my eyes, which I'm sure, will tell him all he needs to know.

"Then let's go!" Kin says, running off the stage, towards the garage door. Kon follows him close behind.

I start to follow the two when Corey places a hand on my shoulder, holding me back. I stiffen. This could not end well.

"Are you all right Lanes? You look kind of down today, bro," he says, searching my face.

Oh, really? He's calling me bro? Ugh. This is getting annoying. He will never realize my true gender until it's too late. I give him the best glare I can, while turning away.

"I'm fine, Core," I finally say, walking out the garage door.

"Are you sure, Lanes?" Corey asks, using his most sinere voice. I turn to face him and look him straight in the eye.

"Core, I'm fine. Awesome, even. Let's just go to Belchi's," I say, suddenly irritated that now he cares. Half a year ago, I would practically beg for his undivided attention.

He sighs and looks into space for a second. Then he snaps back to Earth. "Let's go then," he says, defeat heavy in his voice.