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Jennifer P.O.V.
Rodrick and I decided to walk home together from the skating rink. We left the rest of the Heffleys there. We were holding hands and it was quiet for a few minutes, until Rodrick broke the silence.
"So, me and my band are going to be in the city talent show in two weeks. I hope to see you there, I need someone special to support me."
He always liked to brag about his band to everyone, but I just thought it was cute.
"Yeah, sure I'll be there."
We got to the doorstep of my house, so it was time to say goodbye.
"Well, I guess I'll see you later," I said, as I took my hand out of his and reached for the doorknob.
He grabbed my arm to stop me, and I turned my head around.
"What?" I asked.
"Jennifer," he said in a serious tone, "Do you think we could be boyfriend and girlfriend already? I mean, we already confessed our feelings for one another a while ago at the skating rink."
"I really like you, Rodrick," I answered, "but this whole thing feels kinda rushed. I mean, you hit me with your van two days ago and you're already telling me how you feel about me. And plus, I need a little time to heal. I recently broke up with my boyfriend Joe, so I need time. Maybe we can date sometime in the future."
I just didn't feel ready for this relationship yet.
"I understand," he said as he put his head down. I could see he was a little bit disappointed.
"I had a lot of fun tonight," I smiled, "thanks for everything."
I reached up and gave him a kiss on the cheek. He blushed.
"Bye," he said as he walked away from the doorstep.
I entered the house and found my mom watching TV.
"Hey Jen," she greeted, "how was it?"
"It was fun," I answered, as I went upstairs to my room to sleep. I was pretty tired.
Rodrick P.O.V.
I was lying on my bed, feeling disappointed. I understood what Jennifer was going through, but I loved her so much that I wanted to be in a relationship with her right away. I was confident that she would agree, but unfortunately she didn't. I was impatient and I was wondering when she would want to be my girlfriend. I mean, she did say: "Maybe we can date sometime in the future." When in the future? I didn't know! And that's what confused me.
The next morning…
Jennifer P.O.V.
I woke up and started to get ready for church. I put on skinny jeans, heels, and a cute purple blouse. I curled my hair for a change, and put on some eye shadow.
When my parents parked in front of the church, I got out of the car and saw Rodrick. I smiled at him, he waved. I could tell that he was still a little bit disappointed about last night.
I just wasn't ready for this relationship yet. I had feelings for him, but it was just so fast. I had been through so much recently that I needed time to rest. I just had to wait for a while.
Two hours later…
Rodrick P.O.V.
My parents decided to leave me and Greg alone at home for the weekend to work out our differences. We've been fighting a lot recently, and things between the two of us got too far. Especially this morning when I embarrassed him in front of everyone at church.
My dad pointed in my face, "Don't have anyone over this weekend, Rodrick."
"I won't, dad," I said, trying not to laugh. I had a plan.
As soon as my parents and my little brother, Manny, walked out and closed the door, an evil grin spread across my face. I ran into the living room and threw myself on the couch. I took out my phone and sent a text message to all my contacts. This was gonna be good.
Jennifer P.O.V.
I was doing some chores downstairs. Nobody else was in the house because my parents were both working. As I was doing the dishes, I heard my cell phone vibrate. I took a towel to dry my hands, and then I read the text message.
Party at my place at 9
-Rodrick
I smiled, and I went upstairs to prepare myself, until I heard the doorbell ring.
I ran to answer the door, and as I opened it I gasped. I couldn't believe my eyes.
"Hey baby, I missed you."
"Joe," I said in disbelief, "What are you doing here?"