hey look another chapterrrrr, first date is coming up. and john still has no idea his friend is crushing on his sister ahaha ;)
CHAPTER SIX
Your name is Jade Harley and you are absolutely on top of the world. Actually, you've been so happy lately you have started to get a feeling that something bad ought to happen sometime soon. Afterall, that's how things usually go. You have a bunch of really good days, or in this case weeks, and then life slaps you right back down into the gutters and laughs at you.
You do not laugh with it.
But even that thought barely phases you, you are happy now so you should enjoy it. The party was a bit scary but still really fun! You said hello to a couple people you've seen around the school, you got to hang out with your brother and his (cool) friends. You even met someone new, that silly guy named Dave you accidentally knocked down.
You were still really embarrassed by that, you wish you could apologize again. It didn't help that you found him pretty attractive too. You smile, he seemed really funny too. He was all goofy and couldn't talk right, it was cute. Too bad you had no idea how to find him again.
But hey, you never know. But right now you've got to focus on your work, coffee can kinda sting if you spill it on yourself. You have a pretty good pain tolerance though, you have all those years of tending to your garden to thank for that! You've poked you're fingers on plenty of prickly plants.
Hmmm... you wonder if that Dave guy has ever gardened? Nah, he didn't look like someone who would garden, but you were still curious why he wore those shades, how could he see in a dark room like the party? Maybe that's why you bumped into him, wait no. That was your fault, nevermind.
You really ought to stop thinking about him though, no good will come from thinking about someone you might not meet again. You rubbed your eyes, it was getting really dark outside. You're shift was especially long today. The door bell jingled lightly. You didn't even recognize him when he walked through the door.
"Hello! May I help you, sir?"
You flashed a wide grin at him and brushed your loose hair behind your ear. He was wearing dark shades so you couldn't see his eye expressions but his body language and lips showed enough. He was surprised, his mouth was open slightly and he was rooted to the spot, almost like he froze in place.
"Um? Are you okay mister...? Oh! I know you, oh my goodness!" You grinned even wider and bounced behind the counter. He adjusted his shades awkwardly.
"Do ya?" He coughed and walked over to the counter, leaning against his arm. You narrowed your eyes, trying to peer through the dark glass. Nope, you couldn't see his eyes.
"Yeah! Don't you remember me?" He shrugged, you pouted. Did he really not remember you? Hmm well you suppose he's probably a guy that goes to a lot of parties, why would care to remember a silly girl like you anyway. "I'm Jade."
He still appeared to not remember, you sighed, "You know? The girl who ah...knocked you down."
He inhaled sharply and adjusted his shades again, "Oh?" He cleared his throat, "Y-yeah, I remember now."
You smiled, "Yeah! Your Dave, I'm so sorry for running into you like that, I wasn't paying attention."
He waved his hand in dismissal, "It's all good."
You both just stood there for a moment, it was so weird not knowing where he was looking. You shifted your weight and laughed nervously. You realized his hair actually looked kinda pretty, like Rose's but a bit shorter. "So, can I get you anything?"
He gulps, "Ah, yes," His face was dusted with pink and his moments were hesitant as he went over to lean on the counter in front of you, "I'll take a cappuccino no whip cream and a side of the smokin' girl's digits."
You try to hold back a laugh, he looks so nervous it's funny. "And who's digits are you referring to? Perhaps Feferi, she's quite popular with the guys around here. Shall I go fetch her?" His mouth hangs open in shock. You can't hold back a light laugh, "I'm only playing, your drink will be made soon. Sit anywhere you like."
He nodded stiffly and hurried over to a table in the corner. You smile, what a dork.
Your name is Dave Strider and you are complete moron fuckwad.
What the fuck was that!? You tangled your fists into your hair and groaned in frustration. Shit shit shit, that was so not smooth. She probably thinks your an idiot, you had even started sweating, whether that was cause its damn warm in here or Jade started talking about some other chick, you aren't sure.
Okay, time to motherfucking put you're pride aside, she'll be coming over here soon. You whip out your phone, luckily you brought it along or you'd be even more screwed. Your fingers are practically flying all over the keys in a mess to get help.
TG: jhon john omfg
TG: john i need you help asap
TG: sos i'm dying here
TG: waving the flag of holy shit dude now
TG: egbert omg
EB: hold up dude!
EB: what happened?
TG: its fucking her
TG: shes here
TG: omg help i cannot talk
TG: what do i do i fucked up
EB: what are you talking about?
EB: you mean mystery girl
TG: yes!
TG: this is an emergency yo!
TG: i asked for her number but i fucked up
TG: i fucked up bro
EB: whoah whoah calm down Dave!
EB: it's not the end of the world
TG: help meeeee
EB: okay okay
EB: how bad did you mess up?
TG: i was fucking blushing
TG: godammit i couldn't talk
TG: it was a disaster
EB: holy shit dude
EB: maybe she won't care though.
EB: just be cool, talk to her normally
EB: don't just try to hit on her you know what i mean?
TG: what
TG: dude what do you mean 'don't hit on her'
TG: that's what i do
EB: Dave if you like her be yourself
TG: that's shit advice yo
TG: i don't want her to think i'm weird
TG: i wanna get a fine girl to come on a date
EB: exactly!
EB: a lot of girls don't want to just be another typical girlfriend
EB: you gotta treat her normal
TG: i'm not normal right now
TG: or ever
EB: well be whatever kind of normal you are.
EB: if she can't handle you than she's not the gal for you :B
TG: but
TG: oh shit
TG: oh shit oh shit ohs hit
EB: what?
TG: she's coming over here!
You practically drop your phone when you shove it down into your pocket. You put your hands on the tabletop and smile at her as she comes over with your drink. You can feel the idiot all over your face. Spreading through your veins. You are a complete fuck up right now, it'll be a miracle if she says yes.
She's smiling at you, dammit. Is it a normal customer service smile? Or is she laughing at you being stupid and pathetic? You gulp and inhale sharply as she sets the cup down.
"Here you go, Mr. Strider." She flashes you and smiles, you give her money and she hesitates before turning to walk away.
"H-hey!" Damn voice crack, "Do you wanna, I don't know uh...maybe..." She smiles expectantly at you and you cough, "...hang out tomorrow, this cool guy knows some great spots to chill, if you want." You internally punch yourself in the gut.
She pushes her bangs out of her eyes and flips a piece of paper at you. You barely manage to catch it, "Sure thing coolkid, call me." And then she was gone.
You smile wistfully. Holy fucking shit. How did you manage to land a beauty like her when you were a nervous wreck moments ago? The universe in in your favour. Yeah that must be it.
You look at the little shred of paper, it had little letters written onto it and her name, 'Jade', written in cute swirly lettering and a goofy smiley face. You cover your face and smile. You can't wait to brag about this to John, this was just too great to keep to yourself.
If only tomorrow would come sooner.