Luna's Point of View
You always make me feel giddy, Sky.
I think I have a crush on him. Oh no! If that guy sleeps well next to me tonight, I'll sleep forever.
"JESUS CHRI----"
I smacked Jude when he suddenly hugged me. I was lost in my thoughts, then he suddenly appears.
"Surprised, huh? What's with that smile on your face? You look drunk." He messed up my messy hair. "You really need coffee. You're a mess."
Oh?
Oh yeah. We're having coffee with this guy. Since I invited Jude to have coffee with me, we've been having coffee every day. We became close because of coffee.
"Alright. I'll go wash my coffee off," I said.
"Do you know any new coffee shops? Many people already know our secret spot," Jude asked.
Yeah right. I noticed that many people are going to that shop.
"Let's take a walk. Maybe we'll find something else." I invited him.
We went to different places just to find a coffee shop. Everywhere we went, there were students. It seems like cafes have become a trend in this area.
I was startled when Jude suddenly hugged me. He looked at my reaction.
"What? We're friends, right?"
I removed his hand. "Y-Yes. But I don't like being touched."
He put his hand in his pocket. I took out my phone to check the time because Jude and I have been walking around for a while.
"Jude, it's 6:45. Our nanny might be looking for me at home."
He stopped in front of me and looked at me. He bit his lower lip and pouted. I winced at his reaction.
"Ugh. I have to go home because Ate Rosie might scold me. I can't have late guitar lessons with Sky anymore, so I'm not allowed to come home late." I put my phone in my pocket. When I still had guitar sessions with Sky, it was okay for me to come home late because I said Sky had a lot of responsibilities in school, so we sometimes arrived home late.
He nodded. "Okay. Do you want me to walk you home?"
"As if you know where his house is," someone behind us said.
I turned around and saw that idiot Sky. He had his hands in his pockets, wearing casual clothes and carrying a plastic bag from the supermarket.
"You're trying to steal the spotlight too, huh?" I heard Jude grumble.
Sky took my hand and pulled me away from Jude. I couldn't say anything because I was so surprised by what he did.
"Alright, Luna. Let's have coffee some other time," Jude shouted from a distance. I looked back and saw him waving before turning away.
Sky stopped walking and let go of my hand.
"You're going out with that guy?" he said softly. He turned away from me.
"He invited me for coffee. That's all."
He faced me and looked at me seriously. "I told you before not to get close to him."
"And who are you to tell me that? He's my friend. One of my best friends," I replied firmly.
Jude has been good to me. He never showed any ill intentions towards me. He always helps me with things I struggle with. He accompanies me in everything I do, and even though he confessed to me, he didn't force himself on me. I don't understand why Sky wants to keep me away from Jude.
"W-who am I?" I saw his serious face saddened earlier.
He turned around and walked away quickly.
Shocks.
I chased after him and walked quietly beside him. I think he's pissed. He didn't even glance at me when I tapped his shoulder. He just stared straight ahead.
I looked at the time and my eyes widened when I saw it. Oh no! I might get scolded by my mom. She doesn't like it when I disobey her instructions. If she finds out I came home late, she might ground me from using gadgets. Can you believe it? I'm already 18, but they still treat me like that? HAHAHA.
Sky suddenly stopped walking and I bumped into him.
"You're already in front of our house. Go home," he said.
I nodded and hurriedly walked away. I didn't see their house anymore. I didn't even remember the way because it was already dark.
Is Sky mad at me? Maybe he's upset with me. I said the wrong things. This is so bad. He might not continue giving me free guitar lessons. Should I just text him an apology and tell him we're just friends? The truth is, I consider him as my friend. I was just surprised by what happened earlier. Even though he sometimes treats me poorly, he's still a friend to me.
After what happened earlier, I feel like I'm starting to like that Sky---I mean, who wouldn't like him? He's tall, good-looking, and smart. I felt special because I thought he only did those teasing things to me---or am I just assuming? Heh! Whatever.
I arrived home at 7:45. Ate Rosie didn't scold me, and she said she won't tell my parents because I helped with the household chores when I got home. She was delighted when I offered to help.
After changing my clothes, I immediately lay down and grabbed my phone. I saw a video on Facebook of Minecraft gameplays and I was tempted to play.
I turned on my PC and loaded the Minecraft app. It's been a while since I visited our server with Sky. We named it Luna and Sky's server for easy identification.
I smiled when I saw the beautiful world that Sky and I created. Even though we were only in survival mode, we managed to build beautiful houses.
Hehe. What if it's true? And it's just the two of us, Sky.
The heck? What am I thinking?
"Sky scraper joined the game."
I was startled when I saw a player in front of me. Is that Sky? How did he know I'm here now? My eyes landed on a yellow text in the chat box. My heart started pounding rapidly.
"Let's talk."
"On Discord while playing?" I replied.
"Yes."
I opened the Discord app on my PC and joined his call. He was silent and didn't speak. He just followed me like we did throughout the game. I gave him the tools he needed, and he gave me materials to create things. We were both silent, and neither of us initiated a conversation. So, I decided to speak up.
"Sorry," I whispered.
He didn't say anything. I felt like he's angry with me. We stayed on the call for two hours without anyone speaking. It was getting awkward.
"I didn't know you and Jude were best friends," he suddenly spoke on the other line.
Is he jealous? Like, why does he care if Jude and I are always together?
Oh, Sky. If you like me, confess quickly. I might revoke my crush points for you. Hmp!
"See you tomorrow, Luna."
My heart skipped a beat when I heard that. It's not much, but my ears tingled at what Sky said.
I need to do something tomorrow. I need to give him a gift. I want to express my genuine concern as his friend.
I glanced at the guitar and suddenly remembered that tomorrow is the last day of the foundation week! Since it's the last day, there will be many live performances by teachers and other students. I'll try to make a thank you card for Sky and give it to him. Hopefully, it will lessen his annoyance towards me.
I picked up my phone, and it suddenly vibrated. I was startled when I saw a message from Jude.
"Can't wait for you to watch me perform tomorrow."
Wow! I knew it. This Jude guy isn't just intelligent. He's talented too.
"Jude Aguirre sent a voice message."
I played the voice clip that Jude sent me.
You're my angel
Angel baby, angel
You're my angel, baby
Baby, you're my angel
Angel baby, angel
I felt my cheeks warm up after hearing Jude's beautiful voice in the clip. I couldn't believe this guy had such talent.
One more time.
I listened to the clip again. Unconsciously, I found myself holding my cheeks. It sounds so good! I should save this.
Wait.
"WHAT THE HECK, LUNA?!"
I went back to our call on Discord. My eyes widened when I saw that Sky was still in our channel. He was still playing, and our Minecraft server was still open. Did he hear that?
For fuck's sake.
"What's going on there, Luna?" I heard from the other line.
"Nothing. Let's sleep. I thought you already left."
"I like you, Lu---"
"What? Your voice is choppy."
"I said. I. LIKE. YOU."
I froze, my hand still on the mouse after hearing that. Did I hear correctly? I like you?
"Really? How can I be sure that you're not just teasing me?" I asked.
"Well, you're the only girl I talk to like this."
"Huh?" I blurted out.
"Yes."
I bit my lip. "Say it again?"
He cleared his throat and whispered through the mic,
"I like you, Luna."
Nervously, I yanked the plug of my desktop without shutting it down. I flopped onto my bed and screamed into my pillow.
"AAAAAAAARRRRRGHHHHHHH!!!!!!!"
How am I going to face him tomorrow? Two guys have developed feelings for me. This is getting complicated. I won't say anything yet. I'll make sure you're not teasing me, Sky.
I like you too, Sky, but I won't let myself get too comfortable with what you said. I don't want to look like a fool if I confess after you admitted your feelings to me.
I smiled when Sky messaged me.
"Goodnight, dipshit."
[Song Title: Angel Baby - Troye Sivan]