Date night
I met up with Gwen in the theatre and we agreed to watch some kind of love story, I really have no idea what to do I mean sure I went out with Barbara, but we have something in common, unlike Gwen here! I barely even know her! Why did I even bother to listen to Woody! I bought the tickets and she bought the snacks, good thing that I decided to go for a movie because there's a less chance of talking, that way it wouldn't be awkward. I looked to see around and everyone was coupled up, some were cuddling and hugging while others where even making out! Eww! I look at Gwen and she was busy watching the movie, I realized how pretty she was, she was only wearing light makeup. I then thought, that why she would go out with me when she could have anybody, I mean sure she's a little bit out of my league. I disregarded the thought and noticed that I've been staring at her for so long, that she might think it's weird.
The movie was finally over and she excused herself to the bathroom, I just stood outside waiting for her.
This was gonna be the hard part, we are finally gonna talk! I offered to walk her home after all I was the one who invited her. At first it was really silent but I mustered my confidence and started talking.
"So Gwen, what you gonna do after high school?" I asked so that it would look like I'm a bit interested in her.
"Well I'm applying for the Julliard School, and I hope that they would consider me, I mean I wanted to act ever since I could walk!" she stated anxiously. I chuckled at what she said, she then joined me laughing.
"They're gonna send someone over during the school play and see if I'm good enough! Hopefully I would be though." She continued, with a little tone of desperation in her voice. I don't know why I did it but I grabbed her hand and squeezed giving her some comfort.
"I know you are! You've always been amazing I mean I'm also in the drama club too you know! So instead of worrying if you're good enough or not, which I'm sure you are, you should rather practice so that it would give you more confidence." I assured her and she smiled at me. Then we stayed like that, my hand above hers, as we looked at each other.
Few moments later I finally removed my hand from hers and we continued walking, an idea then hit me.
"How about we play a little game I'd like to call 'what if' that way we'd be able to know more about each other!" I asked her, she responded with a nod so I decided to go with it first.
"Uhm what if you weren't an actress, what would you be doing now?" I started.
"Simple, I love to sing, so I'd try that." She said simply. "My turn… I know that you love studying and stuff, but what if you were a jock what sport would you play?"
"ah hockey, I used to play it all the time."
"What made you quit.. ah I'm sorry not part of the game- so your turn!"
I put my hand on my chin, pondering on a question for her. "What if, hypothetically, Julliard didn't except you, what would be your plan?" I said shyly not wanting to offend or imply her that she has no chance. She seems to be quiet so I mumbled "Hypothetically though, I mean I know that you're a shoe in."
She then snickered, I looked at her confused "That's okay Cody, I know that there's a possibility that I could get in or not so I prepared myself for this and applied to NYU major in performing arts minor in drama, and I've already got accepted, so if Juilliard doesn't push through there's always NYU."
I then smiled at her, her presence was warm and welcoming, I thought that this would be awkward but she made it comfortable. I gave her a reassuring nod she then asked me.
"So how bout you Harvard boy? What if you're too smart for Harvard and they reject you for that, where would you rather go?" she asked in a humorous tone.
"There's always Yale and Brown." I replied.
"Ahh the Ivy leagues! Well I know you're gonna make it Cody, you're the smartest student in the whole school!"
I smiled at her compliment, "And you'll make one heck of an actress! Maybe even the prettiest and the best." She playfully slaps my arm, but I can see a little blush formed on her cheeks.
"What if I have Zack's personality, would you still go out with me?" I stuttered out.
"Honestly no. I'm sorry Cody, but your brother has too much of an ego." She said apologetically
"I don't mind it though! I know he has an ego, but you know he's cooler than me as they all say!" I stated amuse at her answer.
"Actually I find you more interesting though, I mean sure Zack's more physical but you're different, and I can tell that you're sincere and kind, and the fact that you manage to join all those clubs, and extra-curricular activities while being an average A student, makes you all the more impressive."
My face heated up at what she said "I just work hard like everybody else!" I manage to say.
"You're way too modest Cody! You really are a great student Cody, and you don't deserve to be treated like that!"
"Thanks Gwen that means a lot." I then pull her out for a hug.
"So what if there was no Gwen in school, who would be the lucky one you would ask out?"
I was surprised by what she said, I really don't want to answer that. What would be the harm if I confess that I'd rather go with Bailey, but then again I want to forget her so I lied. "No one."
She then looked at me "Really Cody? There isn't any other girl you fancy than me?"
I tried to avoid her eye contact I mean she'd figure it out if she would look me in the eye. So I looked at the ground and mumbled "Well there are other pretty girls out there, but so far no one could measure up to you."
"Aww that's so sweet Cody, but you know you have to be honest with yourself. I see you looking at her, everytime she passes by."
Wait does she know what I feel about Bailey? Can she read my mind or something because I swear I've never told anyone other than Woody that I like her. "She who?" I tried to play dumb. We walked silently for a little while and noticed
"Look Cody, you and I know who I'm talking about. It's not really obvious so you don't have to worry, but you know you have to move faster before someone else gets her okay?" she then kisses me in the cheek
"I'm really honored that you chose to go out with me than her though. And by the way I really have fun tonight, so if you ever want to do this again call me up, kay? Or if not, well we'll still see each other in school." She continued as she was now turning the door knob.
"I honestly had a lot of fun too. Don't worry Gwen, I will call you up for a next time, if you still feel like going out with me! Well goodnight." I replied and with that she inside her house while I started making my way home, I knew that this would be a long walk.
I was halfway through to the Tipton's as I entered the gate towards the subdivision. I then see a lot of my schoolmates going in on their cars with loud music, then I saw a jeep pass by with the some of the jocks bringing bottles of beer or something. I ignored them and started to walk; I greeted the guard and continued walking.
I could hear loud music coming from one of the houses and it seems like there was a party going on, should've figured that out when there were students entering with the drinks. I passed by the park then onto the playground I saw somebody lying in the sandbox. I couldn't make out who she was because it was too dark. My brain starts to wonder if this would be like a horror movie where a young man walks all alone then she sees a lady and next thing you know, he's a vampire!
Pushing my imaginative thoughts aside, I walked to the girl wondering if she was ok or something. I made my way to the sandbox and I think I've stepped on something disgusting, and it was vomit! I looked over to the girl lying there and it was no other than Bailey.
