Y/N's POV
James: "Now give me a kiss here." 😘
I rolled my eyes before punching him lightly in the stomach and dashing away.
"ASK YOUR GIRLFRIEND FOR THAT!" 😉
James: "YOUUU—COME HERE!!" 😠
He shouted and started chasing me. I ran as fast as I could, but within seconds, he caught my arm and pulled me back.
James: "Y/N, do you really think you're faster than me?" 😏
I froze at his words.
My heart pounded.
'Those words… they're exactly what that thief said to me that night.' 😱
James: "Y/N? Are you alright?" 🤨
I slowly moved away from him and forced a smile.
"I-I… Yeah, I'm fine!" 😅
I should tell him.
But what if…
I glanced up at him. No way, Y/N. What are you thinking? He's your best friend! 😨
Before I could say anything else, I noticed that we had reached my house.
James: "I-I think I should leave now…" 😅
"Yeah…" 😄
He looked a little sad but quickly covered it with a small smile.
James: "Okay then, call me when you're ready to go." 🙂
I nodded. "Bye…" 🙂
He waved at me and turned around, walking away. I sighed and entered my house.
"Aah, that was weird… I should take a bath first." 😌
I walked into the bathroom and took a long, refreshing shower. After a while, I checked the time—only 5 PM. I had plenty of time to get ready.
Just as I was about to change, my phone rang. I picked it up and saw Emma's name on the screen.
"Hey." 🙂
Emma: "Hiii! What are you doing today?" 😉
"Umm… I'm going with James and his girlfriend to watch a movie. Why?" 😄
Emma: "Umm… But what will you do there with the—" 🤔
I cut her off before she could finish.
"No, no, I'm not alone. Kayden is coming with us too—" 😅
Emma: "WHATTT?! REALLY?!" 🤗
I had to hold the phone away from my ear as she squealed excitedly.
Emma: "I knew he had something for you! Tell me—did he propose to you?!" 😏
"WHATT?! No! We're just friends!" 🙄
Emma: "Okay, okay… So, what are you wearing? Wear something nice, okay?" 😘
"Emma, I'm not going on a date!" 🙄
Emma: "Yes, but maybe one day—" 😚
"STOP, EMMA!!" 😠
She laughed.
Emma: "Okay, okay! We'll talk tomorrow. I'm coming to the café, and we'll discuss everything!" 😁
"Aah, fine…" 🙄
After hanging up, I made something to eat. Later, I checked the time and saw I had only thirty minutes left to get ready.
"Oh god!" 😌
I quickly changed into casual clothes—blue jeans, a black t-shirt, and my white sneakers. I applied light makeup and then called James.
James: "Y/N! I was just about to call you. Come outside, I'm here already!" 😄
"Aah, okay, okay!" 😅
I locked my house and turned around—only to be met with a beautiful car and James standing beside it, arms crossed.
"James… What is this?" 😅
I pointed at the car, raising an eyebrow.
James: "Aah, I-it's my friend's car!" 😉
I gave him a knowing look.
"Okay, I understand. Let's go now. We'll talk about it later." 😄
He nodded and opened the car door for me. Once he got into the driver's seat, he glanced at me before starting the car. He looked like he wanted to say something, but instead, he focused on the road.
After some time, we arrived at the theater.
James: "We're here! Let's go." 🙂
He got out quickly and ran to my side, opening the door for me.
"Aah, I know you're a gentleman, James!" 😉
I teased him as I stepped out of the car.
???: "BABY, YOU'RE HERE! I missed you!" 🤗
A girl suddenly ran over and hugged James tightly. I saw the way his body stiffened.
James: "A-a, I—Y/N, this is m—I mean, Cassey. Cassey, this is Y/N." 😅
He looked at me and forced a smile.
"Hi!" 😄
I extended my hand for a handshake, but she simply looked me up and down, making a disgusted face.
Cassey: "She's your best friend, James? Umm, I mean… she's pretty, but her dressing sense—oh my god, James, really?" 😏
Before I could correct her, James cut in sharply.
James: "She is Y/N. And yeah—she's VERY beautiful." 😏
Cassey: "Yeah, I can see that…" 😅
She quickly grabbed James's hand and pulled him toward the entrance of the theater without even looking at me again.
James: "WAIT! Y/N—" 😨
I was about to follow them when someone suddenly grabbed my hand.
When I turned around, I saw—
"Kayden… You're here?" 😄
He was wearing a simple black shirt and black jeans, effortlessly handsome.
Kayden: "Yeah, I'm here. Let's go." ☺️
He gently took my hand and led me inside. I could feel James and Cassey watching us, but Kayden ignored them completely as we walked into the theater.
Inside, the guys went to buy the tickets. Soon, we found our seats.
James sat at the corner, with Cassey next to him. Then me. Then Kayden, who was holding popcorn like a perfect gentleman.
Kayden: "Hey, Y/N, this is a romantic movie…" 😚
"Aah, how can you tell? Have you seen it before?" 🤔
Kayden: "Of course! I have my own theater in my house!" 😉
I looked at him, surprised.
"Then why are you here? I mean, you'll get—" 😲
Before I could finish, Cassey cut in.
Cassey: "You're Mr. Scott, right?" 😰
Kayden simply nodded.
Cassey: "I knew it! I work in one of your companies, sir…" 😅
Kayden nodded again, uninterested. Cassey must have realized he wasn't going to entertain her because she finally shut up.
James: "Cassey, come here. I'll sit there." 😏
I could hear them switching seats, but I ignored them. The way Cassey had talked to me earlier made me feel… sad.
She was obviously rich. Her red dress and black designer purse made her look gorgeous.
But her behavior toward me? Disgusting.
I knew James would always support me. But I didn't want to break their relationship because of my presence.
I ignored the feelings bubbling inside me and focused on the movie.
Then, suddenly, I felt Kayden's fingers intertwine with mine.
He leaned close to my ear and whispered:
Kayden: "You look beautiful tonight, Y/N…" 😚
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