Hey Everyone, I hope you enjoyed the last chapter. Thanks to goingtoazbaby1804 and DeuCe628 for reviewing the last chapter. Here's chapter 6.
When the next morning came, a feeling of both trepidation and excitement had built up inside of Marissa. When her mom questioned her feeling towards Seth, she was unprepared. She had not thought about what kind of feelings she had starting to feel, whether they were just friend feelings, or what she had not anticipated, feelings of the romantic kind. As she got herself ready for the day, she tried to block out any thoughts that would alter her behaviour around Seth. She did not want this day to become awkward, it would be a day of fun and freedom.
When Marissa was ready she looked at her watch. It was close to ten so Marissa made her way out of her house. As she reached her car she heard the shrill sound of her Mom calling her name.
"Marissa, sweetie. "Julie called out. "You're going to Cohens, right?"
"Yeah, and?" Marissa said with a hint of defence in her voice, afraid that her mom would barrage her with questions about Seth.
"Well, Kirsten and I need to talk so could I come with you?" Julie said, a pleading look spread across her face.
Marissa was hesitant but she wasn't going to get into an argument. "Fine."
The ride over to the Cohen's was silent as neither knew what to say. When they got to the front door, Julie remained silent. Marissa was wary of her mother's behaviour as she had always had something to say.
"You wanna ring the doorbell or should I?" Marissa said, a trace of sarcasm lining her voice.
Julie just shrugged so Marissa leaned across and rung the doorbell. There was no answer. Marissa hit the bell again, and still no answer.
'Has Seth forgotten?' Marissa thought to herself. Afraid that he had, she pounded the door. This time, to effect. The front door flew open, and to Marissa and Julie's surprise, Seth stood before them in only a towel from the waist down, his hair dripping wet.
"Sorry Marissa, I was in the shower." Seth apologised, not even noticing Julie standing to her daughter's left.
This time it was Marissa who stayed silent, as she took in Seth in his present form, half naked. His body, slim but toned.
"We noticed." Julie answered back.
"Wow, Mrs Cooper, I never saw you there." Seth's voice was full of shock, and tried to position himself in a less revealing way.
Marissa finally spoke up. "She's her to see your mom."
Seth looked at Julie. "Well, you can't see her."
Julie shot Seth a confused look. "What do you mean?"
"She left early this morning to do some shopping."
"Oh." Was all Julie replied.
Marissa looked between Seth and her mom.
"Well, mom, you heard what Seth said so you can go now."
Julie looked at her daughter. "Alright, I get the hint."
An embarrassed look spread across Marissa's face whilst a confused one spread across Seth's. 'What hint?' Seth thought to himself.
As Julie turn around to leave, she leaned in towards her daughter and whispered in her ear. "I can see why you like him. Have fun with him today."
Marissa's face turned a light shade of pink.
"Bye Seth, it was nice to see almost all of you." Julie giggled as she walked down the Cohen's driveway.
"Bye." Was all Seth could summon. He turned his attention back to Marissa who was no leaning on the doorframe. "So you wanna come in?" Seth said, a smile spread across his face. "I know we were supposed to leave by this time but I slept through my alarm. Hope you're not mad at me?" He gave her one of his puppy-dog gazes, which instantly made her smile.
"Of course I forgive you. And yeah, your doorframe is comfortable and all but I'd rather come in."
As Marissa stepped into the familiar surrounding of the Cohens home, she noticed that something was out of place. "Uh, Seth. Where's your couch?"
Seth who had already started his way back up the stairs, turned round.
"That's why my mom's gone shopping. She had the sudden urge to get a new couch and had my dad take out the old one this morning. You can come and sit in my room instead if you like."
"Sure." Marissa headed for the stairs and followed Seth.
Seth immediately started to speak. "Oh, by the way. I'm sorry about answering the door like this. I didn't expect you mom to be with you…."
'I didn't expect your mom to be with you.' Marissa repeated in her head. 'What does that mean?'
"… but it sounded like someone ramming the door down the way you were pounding on my door. You've probably left imprints of you fist."
Marissa let out a small laugh, a sound that had become a firm favorite of Seth's. He loved being able to make her laugh, especially after everything they had been through, not just separately, but together. It was a symbol of hope for them, that no matter what would happen to either of them that they would still be able to laugh.
When they reached Seth's room, Marissa headed for the stereo. She peered through his album collection and found 'Hot Fuss'. She removed it from it's case and put it on.
"This should get us in the mood." She said, oblivious to how what she said could be interpreted.
"Cool." Seth said, heading for his wardrobe. "I'm just gonna grabs some clothes and change in the spare room. I think you've seen enough of my naked form today."
Marissa turned to face Seth who was right beside her now. She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath, as she felt the close proximity. She quickly realised that Seth was staring at her intensely.
"What?" She enquired.
"Nothing. It's just you look amazing."
Marissa was taken aback as she comprehended what he said.
"Thank you." She replied. For the second time in less than 15 minutes, she could feel herself blushing. Seth flashed her one of his trademark smiles, complete with dimples, as he turned walked out of the room. As he closed the door, Marissa felt the goosebumps on her arms appear. She sat down on his bed and took in a sharp intake of breath. With 'Mr Brightside' playing in the background, she pondered the significance of the last few moments, what they meant, and what would lie ahead for them that day. "Today's gonna be interesting." She though out loud as she let herself fall flat onto his bed.