Chapter 1

Ally's POV

I've been officially Dallas's girlfriend for one week, two days, and nine hours. Ahh. It's been amazing.

But we haven't kissed yet. And I've never had a REAL kiss. Just Dillon Summerfield in kindergarten, and that doesn't count.

And it's not like I can go to Trish for help. That's awkward since we're both straight. Even though she's worked at a kissing booth. Still. That's awkward.

Dez is plain weird.

But Austin - he would help me, right?

"Can u do me a favor?" I text him.

"Sure. What?" he quickly replies.

"Ummmm meet me in practice room asap"

"ok :)"

Suddenly, Austin bursts through the door. "What do ya need, Al?" he attempts to say nonchalantly.

I bite my lip nervously. Surprisingly, Austin blushes.

"I need to kiss you," I blurt.

Austin's eyes widen, and he takes a step back. "Umm, Ally? Are you...sick?"

"I mean..." Great. Now we're both blushing. "I've never kissed anyone before and Dallas has already tried to kiss me and I need you to show me so I don't embarrass myself" comes out in one three-second word.

"You want me to give you kissing lessons?"

I nod vigorously.

"Fine. But not kissing lessons. I'll give you dating lessons. But you have to promise me something."

I nod again. "Anything."

"You have to promise that you won't fall in love with me."

Hmm. Strange request. But at least he'll help me.

"Deal," I say, holding out my hand for him to shake.

"Mm-mm. Lesson number one: don't be formal. Go for the hug."

He pulls me into his arms, and my head fits perfectly in the crook of his neck.

Funny, it always feels awkward when I hug Dallas.

I guess I just need some dating lessons.