Chapter 7: "I Can See Clearly Now"
A part of Jasmine felt really sad, and another part of her felt really glad. She was sad for Cody because Carrie cheated on him. She also felt happy because Cody was finally available. This was her chance. Now, if only Cody knew how she felt, and felt the same way.
Many, many, days had passed. Cody and Jasmine had strengthened their friendship by hanging out with each other as much as possible.
Right now, Cody was in his dressing room. He was talking to a couple of his friends: John Cena, Jeff Hardy, and Chris Jericho.
"Hey junior, are you still with that girl?" Chris asked Cody.
"Who? You mean Jasmine?" Cody asked back.
"Yeah, who else?"
"We're not together. We're just friends," Cody plainly stated.
"Uh-huh."
"No, really!" Cody tried to convince him.
"Kid, it's in all the movies. There is a guy and a girl who are the best of friends. And they realize that they have feelings for each other. Then, they end up together," said John.
Cody knew that was right. A guy and a girl cannot just stay friends.
"But, we're not like that."
"Come on, Cody. Everyone knows that you like her," Jeff added.
"So tell us, Codester, do ya? Do ya like Jasmine Thomas?" Chris asked again.
Cody paused for a while. They had cornered him.
"…Well, she has been there for me. And we always hang out together…"
"Don't forget, she was there for you when Carrie cheated on you," reminded Jeff.
"Oh, yeah."
"Boy, you two were meant to be together. She is the sweetest," John said.
"You better get her before it's too late," warned Jeff.
"That's right," John agreed.
Amy walked in.
"Hey guys. Cody, do you think you could drive Jasmine to her hotel after the show?" she asked politely. "I need to leave with my car right now."
"Sure, no problem."
"Thanks, bye."
"Bye."
Perfect! This was Cody's opportunity to get closer to Jasmine. At least, he had hoped. His friends had opened his eyes. Why had he gotten back with Carrie? She only brought him down. Jasmine was a true friend.