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Chapter 5: Reflection
Dawn stepped into the hot shower and let the warm water run through her midnight hair. She took a deep breath, closed her eyes, and inhaled the humid steam.
Dawn's POV
I sighed, standing in the middle of my shower. I leaned against one of the walls and attempted to reflect upon what happened at dinner and my sudden realization. I couldn't believe I admitted to myself that I liked Kenny. When did this even happen? I don't ever remember liking him anymore than a friend. I opened my eyes and picked up my Suave shampoo. I gently squeezed the shampoo bottle into my left hand. I lathered in the shampoo until it foamed. I once again just let the hot water glide over my body. Then I closed my eyes and went back to thinking. Since when did I cry over a guy, I am Dawn Berlitz! The most independent girl in my family. I sighed once again. This was undoubtedly more confusing than it should be. I guess I just learned to like Kenny. But why can I admit this to myself and not cry like I did in front of May. I guess—wait, it couldn't be that. I opened my eyes again and picked up the conditioner bottle and brushed it through my hair using my fingers. I closed my eyes again and began reflecting. It could be because I was scared—could it? A revelation suddenly came to me: I was afraid. But of what? I don't even know?
Paul was the first thing that came to my mind when I asked myself what I was afraid of. I guess I'm afraid of getting hurt again. Maybe that's why I cried when May got all excited for me because she did that before I went out with Paul. And possibly, that's why I cried on Kenny's shoulder. He's too nice to me and I feel like I'm just a pity case. What am I going to tell Kenny tomorrow? No, no I can't tell him. But I need someone to talk to. I'm so confused! I opened my eyes and squeezed some body soap onto my pink loofa and began to wash my body. I then washed my face using a dove bar of soap. I quickly got out of the shower and pulled my lavender towel around me. I pulled a brush through my navy hair and gathered my dirty clothes. I walked across the hall back to my bedroom, walked in and pulled the door closed behind me. I got dressed into my pink plaid pajama pants and my white tank top. I turned off my lights and climbed into bed with my iPod. I laid there staring at the blank ceiling still attempting to figure my life out. I put my ear phones in and put my iPod on shuffle. The first song that came on was Don't Stop Believing; it reminded me of how I always wanted to give up but Kenny was always there for me. I really liked Kenny but I didn't know if it was just brother and sister or if it was soul mate type thing. I turned over to my left side and stared. I liked Kenny but I don't want to get hurt like last time. I trusted Kenny but… what if? What if he abused me like Paul. My head was spinning. The next song that came on my iPod was Catch Me by Demi Lovado.
Before I fall too fast
Kiss me quick, but make it last
So I can see how badly this will hurt me
When you say goodbye
Keep it sweet, keep it slow
Let the future pass and don't let go
But tonight I could fall too soon
Under this beautiful moonlight
But you're so hypnotizing
You've got me laughing while I sing
You've got me smiling in my sleep
And I can see this unraveling
Your love is where I'm falling
But please don't catch me
I listened closely to the lyrics and decided that I felt this way. I really liked Kenny but I didn't want to get hurt. Before the song got any further, I paused it and turned off my iPod. I made my decision and fell asleep. Tomorrow, my relationship with Kenny was going to change.
Kenny's POV
When I got home, I went straight to my room. I felt like I was floating on air. I changed into my pajamas which consisted of a white wife beater and black sweatpants. I walked down the hall to my bathroom and brushed my teeth. After brushing my teeth, I went back to my room, shut off the lights and climbed into bed. Even though it was still early—like 10 pm—I was really tired from that day's adventures. I turned over to my left and began to consider what had happened earlier during dinner. Why was Dawn crying? And better yet, why did I comfort her even though I didn't know why? I inwardly admitted to myself that I had developed a little crush on my childhood friend. Does Dawn feel the same? I felt comfortable with my arms around her and soothing her. I turned to my right. Why was she all upset? I guess I'll find out tomorrow because she promised me. Tomorrow was going to be a good day, with Dawn being my servant and all. Hopefully our relationship will get better and maybe, just maybe, turn into something more. Gosh, I sound like a girl. I smiled, tomorrow Dawn and I are going to get even closer than even.
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