Chapter 8 – More Than Just Friends
Comments from the author: Well, I was going to work on the eighth chapter when I get to California, but I thought that Word Eprfect wasn't really the best to me. So, I'm back from California and I read all the updated stories and whatnot. By the way, I am truly excited for Jake Takes the Cake on Friday. Finally, I'm glad that Disney was able to air new episodes besides just waiting for another one October... Anyway, sorry... Here's the eighth chapter.
That afternoon, Jake and Rose sat down on a bench at Central Park right before school. Both were silent for a moment.
"So, about the notes yesterday…" Rose started to say. "Uh huh." Jake nodded, paying close attention. "I think that they were fake." She continued.
"Of course mine was, why would I write a note like that?" Jake asked. "Exactly. And I never wrote a note saying that I didn't like you." Rose said.
"I think your uncle has something to do with this." Jake said. "Yeah, how about we check the Huntslair after school today?" Rose asked. "Sounds good to me." Jake said.
After school that day, Jake and Rose walked to the Huntslair. Rose knew that his uncle wouldn't be home until six o' clock that day, so she led Jake to the lair.
When they entered, they spent the past hours looking around to see what the Huntsman was up to. After checking almost every floor, they found nothing. Rose then decided for them to split up.
She checked her room, and Jake checked the room where he was locked up the day before.
Jake's POVI looked around to see what might turn up as a clue to be the work of the Huntsman.
There, I saw a crumpled up piece of paper. I thought it would be the same note that I saw yesterday. I made it neater and easier to read.
NOTE BEGINS
(A/N: Again, italic words are Rose and Courtney's words are bold. Just in case you forgot)
I heard you went to Coney Island with Jake yesterday.
I did. It was the best time ever. We went on a lot of rides together and we had so much fun. And the best part was, he even invited me to work in our homework and have dinner.
It's obvious that you like him, right? I mean more than a friend…
Okay, okay. I do. Except the thing is, I've always wanted to ask him to be my boyfriend, but I'm too shy.
Well, you've known him for months now. I think it's time you should tell him.
Thanks, Courtney. I mean, what's there to not like about Jake? He is cool, friendly, and he always cares about others before thinking about himself. I might talk to him later.
You go, girl. Okay, now is also a good time to throw this away before our homeroom teacher finds out.
You're probably right. There's no trashcan around, so I'll just stuff this in my backpack for now. And remember; don't ever tell Jake that I really, really like him yet. I'll tell him myself.
Okay, talk to you later at lunch.
NOTE ENDS
I couldn't believe my eyes. Rose actually liked me? Weird, I like her… I thought that she considered us only as friends. But now, I think we're getting something here.
Rose's POVI was just in my room, looking around to see if my uncle had messed with my things. While I was putting my backpack down, I saw a crumpled up piece of paper.
I just thought it might be the note that I Trixie, Spud, and Jake wrote in class. I thought I might read it just to make sure.
NOTE BEGINS
(A/N: Like the sixth chapter, Jake's words are in italics, bold words are Trixie's, and normal is Spud.
So, what do you plan on doing with your girlfriend, Rose?
I don't know. I plan on doing a lot of things with her this week, but what?Aww, c'mon Jake, you've been hanging out with your mortal enemy even when she found out secret!
Yeah, it's like you barely spend time with us.
I'm sorry, guys, but you know, I really like Rose. I mean, she's so nice to hang out with all the time.
Yeah, ever since the beginning of the year when you bumped into her. Maybe that's why you like her, because she's so pretty.
No way. I mean, I love how she looks, but I really like her because she's nice and friendly, and just nice to be with. What made you think that?I mean, you always think about her. You know, I still say that she's far out of your league.
Fine, say all you want about Rose, but that won't change my mind about liking her.
Pffth, you mean loving her, dude.
Hey, at least I have a girlfriend. I mean you know what I mean, a girl who's my friend.
Well, we better discuss this later or else Rotwood will find out about this.
Fine then. I don't want any of you guys going out and telling Rose that I really, really like her. I'll find the good time to tell her. I'll hide this in my backpack then throw it when I get home.
Okay, but hurry!
NOTE ENDS
I was so amazed to see it that Jake really like me more than just a friend, because the truth is, I really like him too.
These words really buzzed in my head. It was time for me to make my move. I decided that I should tell Jake that I like him.
Normal POV
The two found out the real notes that the other wrote. They now have to figure out who did this scheme. They both knew that there was one obvious answer, The Huntsman.
