Author's Note:

This chapter is relatively short compare to others, and the moments are really fast.

Stiles and Kira are really similar and this chapter is like a parallel between them.

There is some Isaac/Malia, believe me I was crying when I was writing their scenes, it was so painful.

Bold: Stiles's thoughts

Italics: Kira's thoughts

Disclaimer: I don't own Teen Wolf or any characters


Isaac banged his head on his locker. He can't believe he lied to Kira, it wasn't the first time but he told her he liked Malia. He sighed.

He felt like such a coward. It's been two weeks since he they started living together. They were getting closer.

That's what Isaac wanted, but he always felt like Kira was holding back, he knew how he felt; he just wanted to know how she felt.

Throughout the two weeks, Kira has been showing mixed signals.

One minute she'd be flirting with him, the next she'd be on the phone talking to Scott. He turned his head, and noticed Malia.

He gulped, and walked over to her. "Hi,"

"Um, we're not friends." Malia bluntly said. "Yeah, I don't like you either." He agreed.

He took a deep breath. "But I need your help," She finally looked at him, waiting for him to continue.

"I need to pretend you're interested in me." He casually asked. Malia furrowed her eyebrows. "You mean lie?"

"No, it's pretending," He corrected. "You want me to pretend that I like you?" She asked.

"Yeah," He nodded. "But, I don't," She deadpanned. "Then pretend," He was getting impatient.

"Why?" She curiously asked. "I told the girl I want to be with that I liked you." Isaac sighed.

"You mean Kira," Malia corrected. "Her scent is all over you. You smell weird when she is around."

"I do like her, and I wanna know if she likes me." He explained.

"But wouldn't that make you a bad friend? Scott and Kira are technically still together." She said. "You have a crush on your friend's girlfriend."

That's when it clicked. He likes Kira, who still hung up on Scott. "I know I'm being a bad friend, but I just want to know if she likes me. If I know, that would give me hope that at least I have a chance." He said.

Malia slightly smiled, as she nodded. "Okay, let's pretend."


Kira was spying on them. She saw Malia and Isaac talking to each other.

She frowned. Since when were they friends?

I know he likes her, but I didn't think he would act upon it; she just broke up with Stiles.

She saw Malia smiled. She bit her lip. What if Malia liked Isaac back?

The bell ranged. She sighed as she went to class. Isaac walked in and sat right next to her.

She bit her lip and faced Isaac. "So you and Malia….."She started. Isaac smirked. "What about us?"

"You guys were together this morning?" Kira questioned, trying to sound casual. "Were you spying on us?" He laughed.

"No, I was observing from afar…." She pouted. "Are you jealous?" He asked. "NO," She quickly protested. "I'm just curious." She looked away. I'm not jealous….just curious.


Stiles was staring at Lydia, while she was taking down notes.

He felt so awkward about her and Parrish.

Was this how Lydia felt when he was with Malia? He still didn't tell Lydia that he broke up with Malia.

Should I tell her about Malia and me? I should've told her first. If I ask her out, before Malia, or Parrish, maybe things would've been different. Why do we always have bad timing?

Lydia felt a pair of eyes watching her. She turned around, and noticed Stiles looking at her.

I really want to be with her. He smiled.

Lydia smiled and waved, then resume to what she was doing.

He banged his head on his desk. What the hell am I going to do?


"I mean, I know he likes Malia, but don't you think he's coming off a bit strong?" Kira ranted.

"Uh huh," Lydia absentmindedly agreed. She was texting Parrish.

Kira took a bit of her sandwich. "They were flirting this morning. I mean, it's been two weeks since Stiles broke Malia." She complained. Why is this bothering me so much?

Lydia stopped texting. "What did you just say?"

"They were flirting this morning." Kira answered. "No, the other thing," Lydia said.

"It's been two weeks since Stiles broke up with Malia." Kira responded.

Lydia was shocked. Two weeks ago, Stiles told her he wanted to talk to her in person. He asked for her notes. Is it possible that he wanted to tell her about him and Malia?

"Did he tell you why he broke up with Malia?" Lydia composed herself. Should I tell her?

"Why don't you ask him?" Kira suggested. "I'm pretty sure the break up was mutual."

"Why didn't he tell me? Am I the reason they broke up?" Lydia rubbed her forehead. Kira lightly hugged her. "Maybe they didn't love each other like they thought."

"Does everybody know?" Lydia asked. "Why didn't anybody tell me?"

"They must've assumed you knew I know I did." Kira smiled. "I guess he doesn't tell me everything." Lydia muttered.

"Or maybe he was planning to, but backed out," Kira said. "I mean you have been pretty busy with Parrish."

"Are you saying it's my fault?" Lydia asked. Kira shook her head. "No, it's just you should talk to him, like right now." She suggested.

"I can't, we only have one class together, and I don't see him for the rest of the day." Lydia explained.

"Then maybe after school," Kira hopefully said.

"I can't, I have a date with Jordan." Lydia got up from her seat. "I got to go, I'll see you later," She sighed.

Kira walked her leave. I really don't want to interfere. I really want Stydia to happen. I guess I could give him a heads up.

She takes out her phone, and dials Stiles's number.


Stiles felt his phone ringing. He takes out his phone. "Hey Kira, where are you?" He answered.

"Somewhere, where are you?" Kira responded. "I'm where we always have lunch." He nonchalantly replied.

"Lydia is going on a date with Parrish today." Kira told him. Stiles started choking on his food. "Stiles, are you okay?" Scott asked. "Yeah, I'm fine." He brushed off.

Again, how many dates do people go on? "They always go on dates," Stiles said, after calming down.

"Lydia found out that you and Malia aren't together." Kira wailed. "You told her?" Stiles said in disbelief.

"I casually said it, because I thought you told her." Kira explained. Stiles rubbed his forehead. This is terrible. I'm screwed. Lydia's probably mad right now.

"She kept asking me questions. I told her to ask you. But I think she's really mad." Kira said.

"Why did you tell me about Parrish?" He asked. "Lydia might be mad, but I could tell that she really wants to talk to you." Kira said.

"She's going on a date. I'm her friend; I can't do anything about that." Stiles sighed. I really want to though.

"You might be her friend, but you're also the guy who is madly in love with her. You have every right to act upon your feelings." Kira softly said.

You're right about that. I just can't….

"I'm not going to interrupt her date." He whispered in the phone.

"You're sitting with 3 werewolves, and a werecoyote. Why are you whispering? To them whispering is the same as shouting." Kira pointed out. "And plus aren't you curious about what exactly they do on their dates?"

I really want to but I can't go alone….unless…

"Can you come with me?" He asked.

"Oh, I would, but I really can't, partially because I don't want to, and partially because Malia is coming over, and I need to take care of my guests. Just take Liam with you; I'll text you where she is going." Kira hanged up.

"Who were you talking to?" Liam asked, as he took a bit of his sandwich. Screw it,

Stiles faced Liam, and widely smiled. "What are you doing after school?"

Liam blankly stared in response.


Kira finally got home. That was a long day,

"Hey Kira," Malia casually said. Kira froze. Wait a minute,

She saw Isaac and Malia sitting together on the couch. What is heck is this?

"Hey Kira, I told you that Malia was coming over, right?" Isaac smiled.

That's right, I can't believe I forgot.

Kira forcefully smiled. "Of course you told me, I-I'll just be in my room," She walked to her room, and shut the door.

I have to do something. I mean, this is my house, and I shouldn't be feeling uncomfortable.

Kira opened the door, hoping to hear what they were talking about. All she could hear is laughing.

Foxes are similar to wolves, so we have super hearing right? I haven't learned that yet, damn it,

She was pacing back and forth. I could just go watch TV there, but I don't want to see them act cutesy.

She sighed. I don't care if it's shameless I got to know what they are saying.

Meanwhile, Isaac was having a genuine conversation with Malia. "Are you and Stiles still friends?" He asked.

"Of course, it's not awkward; it's more comfortable than it was compared to when we were dating." She responded.

She chuckled. "What?" He asked. "Kira is pacing back and forth, mumbling to herself, thinking about ideas to eavesdrop." She laughed. Isaac smiled. "I can see why you like her so much," She murmured.

Kira opened her door, and walked out. Isaac and Malia turned to look at her.

"Hello, I'm just getting a snack, because I'm hungry," She slowly walked to the kitchen, taking her time.

"Continue your conversation," She urged, while taking baby steps to the kitchen.

Malia looked at Isaac. He was looking at Kira, and then diverted his attention to Malia. "Are you thinking of dating again?" He asked, as he winked.

Did he just wink at her?

Malia took that as the signal.

"Depends on whom," She shrugged. "If I have a good feeling towards them, then why not? Are you thinking of dating?"

Ouch!

Kira bumped into the wall. Isaac turned his head. "Are you okay?" He asked with concern.

"I'm just peachy." Kira said in a high pitch voice. She rubbed her forehead, as she walked in the kitchen.

Ouch, that really hurt. At least now I can hear what they are saying.

"There is this girl I like." He loudly confessed. Oh god, is he going to confess? Are they going to be a couple?

"Who is she?" Malia asked with a smile. Kira popped her head out of the kitchen to look at them.

She saw Isaac leaning closer. She grabbed whatever was closest to her, and ran to living room.

"Hey guys!" She stopped Isaac. He smirked, and sat back. "Yeah?" Malia replied.

"Do you want some…?" She looked what was in her hand. "Avocado?" At least its food,

"It fights off disease and infection….." Her voice trailed.

Why am I feeling this way? I mean, I don't like him that way.


Stiles was in his jeep with Liam. "Why are following Deputy Parrish and Lydia?" Liam asked.

"We are not following them. We are going to eat." He lied. If this kids keeps talking, I'm gonna-

"Don't you have a crush on Lydia?" Liam asked. Stiles sighed. "Liam, can we have 5 minutes of peace and quiet?"

Liam opened his mouth to talk. "Don't answer that," Stiles interrupted. I shouldn't have brought him.

They finally arrive at their destination. They saw Lydia and Parrish go in the restaurant.

Stiles went in, followed by Liam. They sat far away from them, so they won't get caught.

Stiles looked at Lydia and Parrish. Why is she laughing? She never laughs with other people.

Liam grabbed the menu and started ordering food. Stiles glanced at Liam. He angrily grabbed the menu out of Liam's hand. "What the hell are you doing?" We're on a mission and you're eating?

"I'm hungry so I'm eating." He answered slowly. "You said we came here to eat,"

Stiles deeply sighed. I don't have time for this; well I have a lot of time.

"If you're spying on Lydia, and the guy, why are we sitting far away from them?" Liam curiously asked.

You did not just ask that?

"Liam, don't you think that's why I brought you with me? You're gonna use your werewolf hearing and tell me everything they are saying," Stiles explained.

Liam nodded. Their food arrived. Stiles was eating and watching them at the same time. "What are they saying now?" He asked.

Liam drank his water. "He asked her if she is okay, she doesn't in the mood for small talk," Hahahaha, she is so bored,

"What do you smell?" Stiles asked. Liam took a bite of his cheeseburger, and chewed.

"Angsts," He replied. "She says she's fine, it's just something happened and she really needs to talk to someone,"

Something happened and she needs to talk to someone?

"That's me! She's talking about me!" Stiles excitedly said. "What else?"

"He says if she needs to leave, then its fine with him," Liam nonchalantly said.

Please leave, please leave, please leave,

"She says its fine, and she is going to stay," Liam told him. "He asked her if it's about Stiles, and she said yeah," Liam took another bite of his cheeseburger.

What about Stiles? I can't hear this, but I really want to,

"She said Stiles," Liam said. What, just Stiles?

"What else?" He asked. "That's it, she just said Stiles," Liam shrugged. That can't be right,

He turned to look at Lydia and Parrish. He exchanged eye contact with Lydia. He quickly turned away.

Oh shit, she knows we're here, oh my god, we're dead,

"She's looking at us. " Liam pointed out. Stiles rubbed his forehead. "I know!" We got to escape. We got to leave.

"We have 30 seconds to escape. We are going to-" Stiles started. "She's coming over here." Liam interrupted. "What?" He turned to see Lydia walking over to them.

"Act natural!" He grabbed the menu. Liam took a bite of his cheeseburger. Lydia approached them. "Hey guys, what are you doing here?"

"We're...eating/on a date?" Both said in unison. They looked at each other. Really, on a date? You just had to say that Liam,

"I didn't know you guys swing that way." She dryly commented, obviously not buying the lie. "Well, you never know," Stiles smiled.


Author's note:

Here's a recap of what happened, just in case you guys or gals don't understand, which I doubt.

Stiles situation is very similar to Kira's situation.

Kira is still denying her jealously. Lydia is happily dating Parrish for now.

Liam is being a puppy and helping Stiles. Malia and Isaac are getting closer as FRIENDS.

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