Chapter 7
I look at myself in the mirror for the third time tonight, I'm wearing a causal button down shirt and some black jeans. I rub my sweaty hands on my pants and grab my coat. I don't understand why I'm so nervous, it's not like Miranda and I are going on a real date, all we're doing is watching Doctor Who and eating some pizza. I walk out of the house and start walking down the street. I know that I could just run to Mir's house and be there within seconds, but I need some time to think. The kiss keeps replaying in my mind, I know the only reason she kissed me was to make Iris jealous, but I can't help and think it's something more. Just the way she kissed me made me go crazy, I felt something while kissing her, like all my worries and problems disappeared and it was only me and her.
I should be thinking of Iris and how she reacted, I know she was jealous and a bit mad, but all I can only think about Miranda, I mean why wouldn't I, we just had a massive make out session. Iris was confused at first and a part of me just wanted to hug her, but another part of me wanted to grab Miranda and kiss her again. I have never been so confused in my life. I know Miranda doesn't have feelings for me, the only reason she's doing this is so Iris can realize her feelings for me. If she did like me why would she help me get the girl I've been in love with for almost me entire life? Miranda is a confusing girl, but she's also a mystery. I know there are things that Miranda is keeping from me, I can see it in her eyes, her beautiful green eyes which are a shade darker than mine.
As I walk downtown all I can picture is Miranda. One of my favourite features is her wavy and light brown hair that bounces when she walks or when she laughs at something stupid I said. I can't help but smile a little. Miranda is a complex girl who is always looking for an adventure. She's not afraid to speak up for herself and as I quote 'doesn't need a man to take care of her.' One time Mir and I were at Jitter's and she told me that high school was a hard year for her, how she was stuck with braces and untameable hair. She told me how she wasn't very liked, but I can't see why, she's the best person I've ever met. She has an contagious laugh and a cute smile. She's light hearted but isn't afraid to show people what she's made of.
As I pass a flower stand I spot Miranda's favourite flowers, lilies. I consider getting her some, after all we are technically going on a date, even if it's a fake one, and buying flowers would be harmless. I take a five dollar bill out of my pocket and go over the lady.
"What can I buy with $5?" The lady looks over at me and smiles.
"You can get a small bouquet of 6 flowers."
"Alright, I'll take 6 lilies please." The sales lady goes to get my the lilies and ties them up in a sophisticated bow.
"I assume there's a special lady." She says as she hands me the lilies.
"Well, she's a friend."
"If I may ask, what's the occasion?"
"There's no occasion, just thought she would like them."
"Lucky girl." I blush a bit and hand her the five dollar bill.
"Have a nice day." I walk away and see Miranda's apartment building from a far.
I get out of the elevator and look at the room number she sent me.
'Room 415'
I walk down the hall and spot Mir's apartment. I run my hand through my hair nervously and knock on the door.
This was a short chapter, but I wanted to write about Barry's reaction to everything happening. This is my first time writing from Barry's point of view, so if you have any suggestions tell me in the comments.
