My First Love

"Jasmine..." Trace started one conversation.

"Yeah?" I replied.

"Just wondering, who was your first crush?" he asked again, clearly.

It took a long second. Why? Because I immediately froze there. Why did I froze? Because, my first crush was the boy who's now staring at me hoping to find an answer.

"Nobody..." I finally found my answer. Unfortunately, it wasn't the best one. In fact, it was the worst.

"Really?" he asked for some clear answer. I saw a bit disappointment in his eyes. But it was just one tiny little disappointment.

"Well, actually... There was this boy and he kinda had my heart that day. But, it didn't turn out perfect for me. For a few months, I felt like everytime he was around me or close to me, butterflies escaped from their cage in the pit of my stomach. But, I realized that he didn't even notice me, so I kinda.. sorta.. maybe.. moved on..." I explained.

"Oh... So, you're still, kinda.. sorta.. really.. LIKE him?" he mimicked me.

"Yeah, a little... No, wait I lied. I like him A LOT!" I almost yelled when I said it.

"Cool..." he answered flatly. Now, just now, I saw big disappointment in his eyes. I didn't know what was wrong with him and why he had this huge disappointment when I said those words.

"What's wrong?" I asked.

"Umm... Nothing. I was just happy for you. I bet that guy will find out sooner than you would ever think. And when he does, tell me..." he said.

"I don't think so. But, thanks. I'll tell you..." I faked the best smile and fortunately it worked.

After that little talk, things were dead. I mean, not literally, but it was freaking scary silence. I felt like Trace was hurt by what I've said when I didn't know what was wrong with him. And I bet Trace felt the same, too. I tried to start one little conversation, but it turned out... pretty much nothing. What's wrong with him? What's wrong with me? What's wrong with us? This is the most awkward moment I've ever felt when I'm with Trace... Come on, mouth! Talk! I pleaded my mouth to talk. How stupid? Very.

"So... It's noon by now. I have to go. Mom's probably waiting for me at home. Let's go home..." he recommended me.

"Yeah... Come on..." I said.

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I plopped myself on my most comfortable bed. I talked to myself and it wasn't one of my mumbles or self-talking stuff. It was out-loud.

"Why did he asked me those questions? Why did he turned so pissed when I answered? Does he feeling what I'm feeling?" I got quiet when I finished asking myself.

"Maybe, because he was just wondering who my first crush was. Maybe, he was kinda mad about the fact that my first crush who didn't notice me. No, he probably don't," I answered myself.

"Damn... Trace got me crazy. He has made me talked to myself, went day-dreaming on my bike, and got quiet like an empty hell... Jeez, Trace... You ARE stunning!" those words came out of nowhere.

"This boy kinda has my heart right now. But, I don't know what'll happen with it. I hope he put it next to his..." those quotes were flooding out of my heart and my mind.

"Oooookaaaay... Stop talking to yourself, Jasmine!" I yelled my own name.

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My phone rang. Jeez, who called me at 5 pm? It's bothering me, people! I, without seeing the caller, answered it.

"Hello?" I greeted the person.

"Hey! Can you go to the lake? The one which near our housing? Please?" a boy. Sounded so freaking familiar to my ear.

"Umm... Sure. I'll be there in 15 minutes. BTW, who's th--" I didn't get to finish my question. He hung up.

Anyway, I got ready and stuff and asked for permission to mom and dad. Luckily, they said yes without any doubts. I feel like, they know this thing already before I found out.

I walked to the lake. No one was there when I arrived. Just one beautiful view with some ducks and swans swimming. I sighed and waited for that boy. Then, I feel like someone was walking behind me and came closer to me but didn't bother me to turn around. Until he put his palm in front of my eyes and covered my eyes with it.

"Who's this?" I asked in a shock.

"You don't know me?" he threw back a question desperately.

"No, sorry..." I answered while I bit my lower lip.

"It's okay. You'll find out who I am... Maybe..." he said still covering my eyes.

Then, he led me turned around to see him. I gawked and dropped my jaw. He wore this cute attractive tuxedo and his hair was designed like Justin Bieber. And the best part is... He's my best friend also my crush.

"Trace?" I asked in amazement.

"Yeah... One and only!" he said. "So, tell me again about your first crush and tell his real name..." he smirked evily.

"Okay, he's really close to me, he's a smart athletic guy, he's cute, he's attractive, and he has my heart... You don't wanna know his name, I'm sure you don't..." you tried to hide all the nervous feelings you've got.

"How close? This close?" Trace asked while getting close to me. Our faces were like five fingers away from each other and it seemed like he's about to kiss me. He leaned and I closed my eyes. But then, his soft lips land on my right cheek. "I know who he is..."

I pulled away from his grip and a little bit jumped. "You knew?!" I asked shockly.

"Kinda... Sorta... Maybe... Yes!" he got to the point. "Face it and say it! You like me, don't you?" he came back closer to me. Put his grip around me, again. I hung my hand, feeling breathless and speechless.

"Pssshft... noooo..." I tried to deny.

"Really?" he got closer than before. He wrapped his arms around my back. He leaned again and... Boom! He pecked my left cheek.

"Okay, okay. I'll admit it..." I gave up. He melted me easily by doing those little kiss and pecking stuff. Jeez, how did he finds out?! I screamed to myself. "How did you find out?"

"People..." he answered. "Wow! You like me? Guess what?"

"What? You hate me for liking you?" I bursted out.

"No... I've liked you since... since... I don't even remember. Since we first shook our hands and smiled to each other," he's said it.

"Me, too..." I said.

"So, will you go to the dance with me?" he blurted out. "Too agressive?" Trace got shy.

"Sure... Not really," I answered and smile.

"Cool.. From now on, you're my one and only girl..." he said.

"And, you're my dream comes true boy..." I replied.

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