Second chances need to be earned.

- Ethans POV -

That night happened days ago. I didn't bother to contact Kaizer after that.. sleepover bullshit. I mean, what the fuck am I supposed to say? Thanks for the cuddles? I would rather swallow some bleach.

Kyle has been more obsessed than he ever had in his life. It's disgusting, honestly, seeing him obsesses over an ex-serial killer. I don't know if you can call him an ex-serial killer tho. He might've killed some other people in those 4 years.

I thought that my mood would brighten after facing my nightmare, but honestly, I feel worse. And that's Kyle's fault. I don't even think I have to explain it.

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It was Kyle's birthday, and he really wanted to go to an amusement park. Me and Rosa got excited and said yes, of course.

We walked to the entrance of the amusement park, where a big line of waiting people were standing. It was a fairly famous amusement park, so we had to wait a bit.

"This takes fucking ages.." Rosa whispered in my ear as we both were irritated and a bit overwhelmed. There were screaming children, crying babies, angry people... amazing!!!

Luckily, my bladder decided to save me from this madness.

"Guys, Ima find a washroom real quick."

Rosa agreed and had to go to, so we both went while Kyle kept our place in line. I went inside the male's restroom and came out after 5 minutes. I walked outside and waited by the door to the ladies room. When Rosa walked out, we both went back to Kyle. We were so busy talking that when I looked up, I immediately froze and shut up. Kyle was standing there, talking to Brian while Kaizer was looking straight at me. He walked up to me and held his arms out for a hug. I stuck my hand out for a handshake. No way I was gonna give him a hug..

He scoffed and rolled his eyes, but didn't protest and shook my hand. I yelped as he tug on my hand to pull me closer. He leaned down and whispered in my ear.

"I expect a hug next time."

He pulled back and gave me a small smile. I was still confused on what was going on and I walked to Rosa who had joined Kyle and Brian.

".. Kyle?"

He gave me a guilty smile.

"Eth.. please don't be too mad. I mean, it's my birthday, so I can invite who I want, right? Come on.. don't make this a big deal.."

Can you see why I am in a bad fucking mood all the time? Like who the fuck tells their bestfriend that he needs to stop making a HUGE deal into a big deal? And I wasn't even going to complain for fucks sake!

Rosa joined in too.

"Yeah dude, just let him have fun on his birthday. And I know you and Kaizer have a past, but no need to get jealous.. just let Kyle have this."

I was honestly really fucking shocked. Do they really think that of me? I looked at Brian and was relieved that he gave me an awkward and guilty smile. At least someone doesn't think that I'm a piece of shit friend. Honestly? They really hurt my feelings.

I scoffed and didn't bother to hide my anger. I didn't want to be around them right now. If anyone thinks I'm selfish, what the fuck would you have done if someone said it to you? I am literally looking out for Kyle, and this is how they repay me..

I walked off, ignoring their comments, and found a bench in the shadow. I stared at the floor in front of me while I sulked in anger.

You know what I hate more? Rosa always chooses Kyle's side. Even when Kyle is in the wrong. They have been friends with each other much longer than me, I know. But that doesn't give them an excuse to always make me feel not included. Like I'm sorry I don't understand your inside jokes, or say something that relates to some sort of bad experience in your life...

I do sometimes get really tired of being friends with them. They always make me the bad guy, or the joke. It had worsened after that stupid kiss with Kyle. Guess what? Rosa had sided with him too. She had also giving me an angry text and it took 2 days before she had 'forgiven' me. Why the hell did they need to forgive me while Kyle was the one kissing me? Friendships exhaust the living shit out of me.

I didn't notice as someone sat down next to me, but I did notice that stare. I sighed.

"Why are you here?"

"... what they said was really unnecessary and stupid. It's not even true."

I know I should be glad that someone is siding with me, but this is Kaizer for gods sake. He's the whole reason on why they are acting like shitty friends to me. But it wouldn't be fair to get angry at Kaizer for that. It would make me a hypocrite.

I sighed and nodded.

"They don't understand that I'm trying to protect them from-"

"From me, yeah, I know. You're a good friend, you know that?"

He looked down at me with a smile, not offensed at all. Probably because he doesn't even want to be friends with them. He's just here for my ass. Not my literal ass (I hope).

"Well, they think differently of me."

"And since when do we listen to them?"

I couldn't hold back a small smile and huffed in amusement. "Shut up.."

He smiled down at me and nudged my shoulder with his.

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Kyle, Rosa and Brian were walking in the front, arguing about which attraction we should go to first. I was walking in the back, still feeling bad a bit. Kaizer was walking beside me with his hands in his pockets, his gaze on me.

After we entered the amusement park, Kyle had been a bit distant. I thought it was because I didn't want Kaizer to be here, but apparently I was wrong. He didn't want to talk to me because Kaizer wanted to be with me the whole time. He was fucking jealous. Can you believe it? And it's obviously my fault that Kaizer keeps on following me like a lost puppy. What the fuck am I supposed to do? Run away? Grow the fuck up, Kyle.

They finally settled to go in an carousel that goes super high. I was fine with it and strolled behind them.

As I took a seat, Rosa quickly took the one beside me before Kaizer could. He, of course, did not like that, but he just shrugged and sat down next to Brian. That made him earn a glare from Rosa and pout from Kyle. Ohhh, I see. Kyle asked Rosa to help him.

Amazing waterproof plan from Kyle:

1. Make sure Kaizer doesn't sit next to Ethan.

2. After he can't sit next to Ethan, he would want to sit close to him so I sat in front of him.

3. We all know that he dislikes Brian, so then he won't have a choice to sit anywhere else.

4. Smile and motion him over, making him sit next to me!

His plan failed miserably. He didn't even have the choice to motion him over.

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And that's how the whole day went, basically. Rosa making sure she sits next to me whenever she can, Kyle looking sad whenever his amazing (useless) plans fail, Brian happy that he's included with us, and me being cold to my 'friends'. Well, it's not like they talk a lot to me anyway.

Eventually, Rosa, Kyle and Brian went to order food for us. I took that time to explore the small shops in the park. I walked from shop to shop (with Kaizer strolling behind me).

My eyes lit up as I saw a cotton candy machine. I frowned at the price and walked off again.

I walked into a small toy shop where it was filled with merch from the park and other stuff. I felt a finger poke my shoulder and turned around. I was met with a huge pink cotton candy on a white stick. Behind it was Kaizer, just calmly staring down at me.

".. the fuck?"

He smirked and plucked a bit off the cotton candy. He put it in his mouth before he pushed the cotton candy to me.

"For you."

I frowned and took it. I stared at it before I stared at him.

"Are you gonna eat it? It did cost me 12 dollars."

".. why the fuck would you buy that expensive shit?"

He shrugged and leaned against a wall, crossing his arms.

"You were staring at it."

I gave him a deadpanned-look.

"So you're going to buy everything I look at?"

His smirk grew and he grabbed his wallet. "Wanna find out?"

I huffed and grabbed some cotton candy. I pushed it in his face and flicked his forehead. He chuckled and ate it before  he plucked some cotton candy and pushed it in my face. I gasped and slapped his arm, making him laugh even harder.

I heard a scoff on my left and saw Kyle, Rosa and Brian. Rosa was the one scoffing and looking angry, rubbing Kyle on the back before she pulled him away. Kyle looked sad and hurt, while Brian had no idea on what was going on.

I sighed and handed Kaizer the cotton candy before I walked after Kyle and Rosa.

"Hey! Wait- What the hell did I do?"

Rosa turned around angrily.

"What did you do wrong? Oh, I don't know... what bestfriend acts all 'friendly' when they know that their bestfriend has a crush on the same dude? And on his birthday, for fucks sake... That is really shitty of you, Ethan."

I was flabbergasted. I can't believe this bullshit.

"First of all, I acted friendly, as in friends, yes. Second of all, Kaizer and me knew each other for fucking years? Third of a-"

"Third of all, I don't like him and he should grow the fuck up. If Ethan can't act like a decent human being to someone because you like them, then you're a real fucking child. Ethan, let's go."

I tensed at his deep voice, hearing the irritation in it. I felt him pull on my hand. I looked back at Rosa, who was fuming, and Kyle, who looked like he was about to cry. I didn't know what the fuck to do, but I wasn't gonna leave.

"Yeah, Ethan. Just go. You ruined this enough. Hope you have a great day!"

With that, Rosa pulled Kyle along and stormed off. Brian was confused and sad about the situation and stayed by me and Kaizer's side. Kaizer tugged me towards him.

"Fucking children.. you okay?"

I scoffed and walked to the exit of the park.

They want to act like bitching children? I'll show them how to be the biggest childish bitch.

And what better way to be a childish bitch than hang out with Kaizer?