I knew I loved you...did you?, Alona Basque [good books to read for young adults TXT] 📗

man-whore was a rumour. I mean I know he was a big flirt and went out on dates but never really had a girlfriend. Maybe he's waiting for that someone special to realize how he feels?" Cate taunts me with a smirk
"Whatever, I agree with you though, he is kind, sweet to everyone. I still stand by what I said; I don't like him like that!" I concluded. Sheesh, even I didn't believe those words coming out of my mouth. But I don't think Alex has any feelings for me
"Uh-uh, keep telling that to yourself" Cate says while giving me the 'who are you kidding' look
"Well, I think you and him would look hot together as a couple. I also know that anyone who can tame that boy's heart and mind to commit, it would be you" Cate tells with a shrug in a 'duh' tone
"Thank you for that compliment bestie" I tell Cate
"That's why I'm here"
I started doing my make-up. Not too much just some dark eye shadow mascara and eyeliner giving my eyes the smoky effect. To finish it off I just put some lip gloss. Ta-da!
The thought of Alex liking me as more than a friend gave me a jolt of excitement. Did I feel the same for him? I mean, he is very sweet and caring. He also has been in my life for quite some time except when he switched schools. But when I saw him tonight, I felt the same comfort and familiarity. It’s as easy as breathing with him as we both know all our flaws and imperfections. I guess it wouldn't hurt to keep an open-mind. After all, he was my first kiss.
[Flashback]
Our parents were out of town visiting my Aunt Victoria who lives in Calgary. Matt and I were left to house sit. Our parents gave us permission to throw a party on that weekend as long as I attended it. This turned out to be my very first party while in high school. And it was a party to remember.
I was walking around the house finally entering the game room I didn't know what was going on but a bunch of high school girls and boys were sitting down in a circle on the floor. I think they were playing truth or dare.
"Alex, I dare you... “I think Caleb was telling Alex something I could not hear properly as music muffled the notice in the room.
I looked up, realizing that Alex was also looking at me. Our gazes locked. Next thing, I knew Alex already made his way in front of me looking at me as if asking for my permission. What the heck is going on? I furrowed my eyebrows but not for long because Alex put both his hands to the side of my face still looking straight in my eyes.
Realization washed over me as I started seeing his face coming closer and closer to the point where I can smell his sweet breath. He closed his eyes then pressed his lips gently to mine. Ohmigod! This is my first kiss. What do I do?
Wow, this feels great I felt his tongue trail on my bottom lip asking for entrance which I opened up hesitantly. He still has his hands on the side of my face but I can feel his thumbs caressing my cheeks making me feel relaxed. This kiss felt very familiar and comfortable like it happened before...in a different lifetime.
He pulled away still looking at me as soon as I opened my eyes all I see was his grey eyes sparkling like silver in awe. I didn't even know I had my eyes closed and my hands on the back of his neck. I wonder if he felt what I felt. Before I could find out, I stepped away from him and bolted for the exit.
[End of flashback]
I put on my Red form fitting spaghetti strapped dress with a silver belt; the dress came to about 3 inches from my knees. I liked to call this as a classy-sexy look. Just for finishing touch, I put on my silver gladiator heels. I looked in the full length mirror and noticed that I looked like I'm going to an A-list party and not a high school reunion. This made me chuckle in excitement.
I can't wait to see the look on everybody's faces once they realized I was once the girl no one paid any mind as I looked odd in those glasses and have the not-so-smooth pasty skin. Not anymore...
"Look at you girlfriend you look hot!" Cate tells me as I stepped out of the walk-in closet.
"Look who's talking; I bet all the guys will be drooling and under your spell in that dress." I teased Cate. She was wearing a Royal blue one-shoulder dress with black stilettos. Her hair is just down straight on her back. Mine I set it to look wavy.
"Thanks! You clean up good too!" Cate says as we ended up laughing at this.
"Okay, its 5 minutes to 7 lets head downstairs" I tell her as I was putting essentials in my red clutch - wallet, sidekick, lip gloss, gum and keys.
Once we got around the corner to the living room we both got a glimpse of Matt and Alex sitting on the couch. When they heard us come in the room they looked up and stood up at the same time. Both Cate and I blushed and giggled at their open mouthed and stunned look that crossed both their faces. I didn't expect them to have this kind of reaction but I am pleased nonetheless that I made this kind of impression on Alex.
"Wow...Amy...wow! You look drop dead gorgeous!" Alex told me as he raked his eyes all over me at the same time running his hand through his longer than usual not-spiky-anymore hair making it look messy.
"Thanks Alex, you look not so bad as well" I said, finally checking him up and down. He was wearing a black button up shirt rolled up to his elbows with dark grey pants and a red and silver tie. Hmm...Odd our clothing matched.
I looked over to Matt, he was wearing almost the same thing except he doesn't have his shirt rolled up as well as his was grey in color and black pants with a royal blue tie. I looked over a Cate and raised an eyebrow as even her and Matt matched clothing.
"Are you guys sure that you don't want to ride with us?" Matt asked looking between me and Cate.
"Yup, we're sure. We don't want to get stranded if one of you guys decides to hook up with anybody from the reunion" I replied with a smirk playing on my lips
"Amy, just let it go. I don't think I'm gonna hook up with anybody tonight" Matt tells me with a groan.
"Sure, sure. If you say so."
"Maybe Alex will" Matt says with a smirk and a glance at Alex.
Alex snaps his head towards Matt with a glint in his eyes “I’m not the man-whore you think I am" he said with a grimace
"If you say so" Matt says with a chuckle and a head shake.

Alex Marks

After getting ready for the reunion I settled down on the couch waiting for Matt to be ready. I could not believe how anxious I am to see how this night will turn out. I heard some shuffling coming from around the corner. I hope its Amy. So I stood up only to be disappointed to notice that it was only Matt. I wanna see Amy before we leave for the reunion. I pulled out my Blackberry to check the time - 10 minutes to 7, not a lot of time.
"So, have you told Amy about You and Cate yet?" I asked Matt as soon as he sat down on the couch.
"Not yet. But I think she suspects something. What about you? Have you told Amy?" Matt looks at me suspiciously
"WHAT?!" I said. Shock clear on my face.
"I had a hunch that you like Amy more than as a friend." Matt says with a chuckle
"You had a hunch, eh? Since when?" I asked reluctantly I didn't think I was having this conversation with her big brother.
"Since forever. I just ignored it though because I realized Amy didn't even notice. I even had an epiphany on our drive here this morning that you love her as in 'IN LOVE' with her. So, am I right?" Matt says with his eyebrows waggling
"What's it to you?" I asked Matt while avoiding on answering his question and averting my eyes to the nearest wall opposite the living room.
"You're my best bud. I want you to be happy. I know you will treat my little sis properly. If not, I will just have to kick your ass" Matt tells me with a serious tone. That made me snapped my head to look at Matt straight in the eyes. Ouch. I felt my neck crick.
"Truth be told, I have been in love with her since I've met her but I don't think she knows though" I replied with a head shake
"Well, I love happy endings especially if it involves my favourite sister and my best bud getting together. I can't believe you never told me or better yet made your move. Why? Are you so scared of rejection? It would have been better to know right away and move on."
"That's the thing; I was such a chicken shit for the longest time. Then, we became best friends; I thought it would be a good foundation to build. But it broke my heart every time I see her go on dates, or even be engaged to someone like that douche bag Rob. I thought I was just okay with having her in my life than losing her. That’s why I moved schools. Don’t get me wrong I was happy to see her happy but it can get too much sometimes. Knowing that it wasn't me who was making her smile." I told Matt with a small smile
"Would you like me to find out for you? I can always ask Cate" Matt asked looking hopeful that I would say yes.
"Nah, it's cool. I'd much rather find out the complicated way; thanks though buddy" I said while slapping him on the shoulder.
Suddenly we hear a noise coming from the corner from the hallway heading upstairs. Both our heads snapped up to see Amy and Caitlin by the living room entrance from the hallway. WOW! She is stunning! I didn't even know when I stood up and started heading their way because next thing I know I was standing right in front of her only a few feet away. She takes my breath away. Totally worth the wait.
"Wow...Amy...wow! You look drop dead gorgeous!" was all I could stutter in my state as I rake my eyes all over her body. God, I wish she knows what she does to me every time I see her. Oh, shit! I think she noticed me perving on her/ I have to look nonchalant so, I ran my hand through my hair that is no longer spiky. I hope she liked what I did to my hair
"Thanks Alex, you look not so bad as well" she tells me with a smile playing on her lips. Then, I noticed she's actually checking me out. Please, make her see me as her type, I thought to myself. That red dress is a number especially how it shows her killer legs and silver belt shows her curves just the way I love them. Hmm...Odd our clothing matched. Maybe she'll see that great minds think alike.
"Are you guys sure