Chapter 10

Picture of Rebbecca on side......

It was now the first week of November. It’s been almost nine weeks in this school. I was doing great and now I really liked it too. My teachers were happy with me and I had good friends. Noah and I had come very close in the past few days. He was having lunch with me and my friends, now his too. Noah drove me home and has dinner with me every day. On weekends, we hang out at his place.

My parents loved him specially my mom. Why wouldn’t she? He is so polite and behaves like a good whenever they are around. I smiled remembering the time when he first met my parents. He literally charmed them. Someone tapped on my shoulder, bringing me back from my world.

“It’s time for the game. Here take this. Let’s go.” Will said handing me Noah’s number and pulling me towards the gym.

I need to put this on. “Yeah just a second, let me wear this.” I said showing the jersey and pulling my hand out of his hold. I quickly put it on. Will was tapping his one foot on the floor. He always did that when he got impatient.

“You don’t always need to man handle me, you know.” I said teasingly walking a few steps behind me slowly on purpose.

Will turned around and was frowning at me.” You are doing it purposely.” He said looking at me accusingly. He looked slightly annoyed but was fighting a smile.

“Doing what?” I asked innocently, biting my lower lip. He laughed and took my hand pulling me towards the gym again.

Rachel was not coming today so, I was sitting with Will. We walked inside and sat on our regular seats in the second row. I was talking to Will about when someone called me. I looked around to see Noah waving at me from the corner. I got up and went to him.

“You are going to come with me today?  Noah asked. Rachel was absent so, I was going to get changed at Noah’s place. Today was again a party after the game whether they win or lose.

I nodded. “Yup. Now go play, all the best.” I said punching him on the shoulder lightly.

He nodded and winked at me. I looked around and no was looking at us so, even I winked at him. His eyes went wide for a few seconds before he composed himself. He was looking at me amused then, he shook his head in disbelief and walked away.

Did I just wink at him? That was so stupid but it was worth seeing that mixture of amusement and confusion. I sat down next to Will and looked at ahead. At the same moment Noah’s eyes met mine and I couldn’t look away. Totally worth it.

The game started and I couldn’t stop looking at him. He was playing with a small smile on his face and looked totally focused. I was getting nervous just by looking at him why does he have to be so hot? He turned around and scored a basket for his team. He was so happy, I could melt. I love seeing him happy. It makes me happy.

No one had such an effect on me till I met Noah. Everything with him is different. I can be just the way I really am only around him. He is the very center of my world. My world just revolves around him; nothing matters to me more than him. Just in three months this boy has swept me off my feet. Even when I am not with him, I always think about him. Noah’s just one touch is enough to make tingles and shockwaves spread throughout my body.

Even his smell is soothing. I love him so much. Shit, did I just say I love him? Do I? Oh my God! I love him. How come I dint realize it before. There were so many signs but, I just refused to accept it. The knowing smiles Rachel, Amber and Rosie exchanged. Now I get it they have known it all along that’s why they kept looking at us like that. How could I not understand? I love him so much maybe I always did.

I was just letting the fact that I love Noah sink in when someone shook me. I looked around confused to see Will looking at me with a concerned expression. “Are you ok? You have gone pale. What happened?” he asked quickly.

What happened? I am in love with Noah that’s what happened. I am so stupid. Did I really keep refusing it? But, he is such a player. Well, he has not slept with many girls just a few since we became friends. Does that mean he feels the same way? Oh God! I hope so. Someone waved a hand in front of my face.

Yes Will, he is worried. “I am fine.” I croaked. I am so far away from fine but I was not going to tell him that. Will nodded a little sure but looked away. I love Noah. I love him so much. All the memories of our time together were flashing in front of my eyes. I have never been so happy. He makes me happy. He is everything that is good in my life. A smile crept up on my face but, a tear rolled down my cheek.

I wiped it quickly. I was so happy, I could burst. I was smiling like a mad person but, I couldn’t help it. I saw Noah face. His beautiful blue eyes, soft black hair and his perfect smile. He is so handsome, so perfect in every possible way. I loved his eyes the most which is saying something because he is amazing. His eyes are hypnotic; I can’t look away from them.

“What is wrong with you? Hello, back to earth Rebecca.” Will said loudly making me jump a little. Is the game over? I have been in my own little world since the game began. Will, must be thinking I am crazy.

I nodded. “Nothing happened, Will.” I said easily and looked away. Trying to focus on the game which will end in a few minutes time. Our team is winning.

“Why are you smiling then? You have been smiling for a long time, it’s creepy.” Will asked looking at me with an eyebrow raised. I wish I could tell him but I won’t. Not till I figure everything out myself.

I just laughed. I guess it is creepy if your friend is smiling without any reason. But, I have a reason. I just can’t keep the smile off my face. “I remembered a joke.” I said easily. I was a terrible liar.

He didn’t buy it. “You have been smiling like this because you remembered a joke. You really are weird.” He said smiling and raising his eyebrows. Will was nice and one of my closet friends.

I smacked his arm playfully. “Ouch, it hurts.” He said rubbing his arm teasingly. Ya right! He was six foot tall and had a muscular body.

“Are you making fun of my size?” I said faking hurt but, it didn’t work. We both started laughing, till we calmed down the game was over.

Noah came to us. I blushed at his sight. He stretched his arms so he could hug me. “Ewe, No you are all sweaty.” I said turning up my nose a little making Will laugh which he quickly turned into a cough when Noah looked at him.

“You like me sweaty.” He said smirking at me suggestively. I blushed and looked away so no one could see it.

Noah picked me up by my waist and hugged me tightly. He was holding me so carefully as if I will break. I wanted to say I love you so badly but, I didn’t want to spoil this moment. So, I just wanted to live in this moment. I loved it when he was holding me. I felt so happy in his arms.

He pulled away too quickly for my liking. I tried not to show it. He bent down and kissed my forehead sending shockwaves throughout my body. Will, Noah and me left the car park. Will was going to change and then join us.

I followed Noah into his house and up the stairs. We reached the guest bedroom and I went in. Noah’s room was opposite the guest room. I kept my bag on the bed and went inside the bathroom. I removed my clothes and turned on the shower. The hot water was running down my body. I came out of the shower. Thankfully, my hair was not wet. I had washed it in the morning itself.

I pulled on my denim short skirt. I loved it, even though it was a little more short than necessary. It was cute though and not slutty. I wore a dark blue baby doll type over it. I added a long necklace and a bracelet which Noah had given me last week. I applied some lip-gloss and was ready to go.

I knocked on Noah’s door but, no one answered. Noises were coming from the lounge so, Noah must be down. I walked downstairs few people had started drinking. I found Will, Liam and Amber in the corner. I was walking towards them when a hand went around my waist.

“You are going to break some hearts today.” Noah said in my ear making me shiver. “You look beautiful.” He said sincerely and I blushed. He handed me a cup. “Your coke.” He said smiling at me warmly.

He was so caring and thoughtful. It was hard not fall for him. It took sometime but he made everybody fall in love with him including me. I went to my friends and we started talking. But, I could not focus. I kept thinking about him and looking around the room for him.

The party was in a full swing now. People were dancing and drinking. Will pulled me to dance with him. He kept his hands on my waist. My arms were around his neck. He was looking at me intently like trying to figure out something.

“What?” I asked. The way he was staring at me was a little unusual.

He shrugged. “Nothing, you are just different today.” He said.

I can’t tell him, not now. “Have you been in love Will?” I asked. I kept my voice and expression neutral so, he won’t doubt.

He frowned. “No, why?” he asked looking at me curiously.

“My friend from the old school was saying that she is crazy about a boy but, they are friends and she doesn’t want to lose him. What should she do?” I lied. I just needed an opinion. I have never been in such a situation so, it’s better to ask for help right?

Will look at me for a few seconds. “She should tell him. If she means something to the guy he will never let her go. The feelings we have should never be kept inside. It hurts so, it’s better to just express them. If she is his good friend, she will never lose him.” He said.

Express her feelings, really? What if he runs away from me? And never look back. I need him. I can’t live without him. “You think she should tell him?” I asked slightly worried.

“Yes, you should tell him Rebecca.” Will said smiling at me. His expression was a little hurt. How did he know it was me? I didn’t say anything about me or Noah.

I shook my head. “Not me silly, my friend.” I said pretending it to be funny. But, it didn’t help.

“Tell Noah how you feel. I think he feels the same way. Don’t hide your feelings from him. Promise me you will tell him soon.” He said putting a strand of my hair behind my ear.

I nodded. He is such a good friend. I didn’t even tell him but he knew that I was not talking about some friend. I hugged him tightly. “Thank you.” I mumbled and pulled away.  “How did you know?” I asked genuinely curious.

He smiled.” Because, I pay attention to you. He said chuckling but, stopped immediately. “You are a good friend and I know you pretty well.” He said smiling a little sadly. Why would he be sad? I am being silly.

Noah tapped on Will's shoulder and he immediately let go of me. He smiled and walked away. Noah pulled me to his chest and we started dancing. We always danced like this, our bodies touching and our faces inches away from each other. He was really a good dancer.

“What were you guys talking about?” Noah asked looking at me intently. His jaw was a little tight. This means he is angry. What happened to him now? But I didn’t ask and decided to let it go.

“Nothing interesting, just about school and all. Why?” I asked raising an eyebrow. He has never asked such questions before. Was it because I and Will were dancing? But we dance every time. Sometimes I don’t understand what goes on in this boy’s head.

He just nodded and changed the subject. We danced for an hour or so. I was staying over with Noah. I spent the whole next day with him and leave in the evening. We always did it after parties, sometimes just like that.

People were wasted and had passed out on the floor. Except them everyone had left. I went into Noah room and grabbed my clothes from the bag. I went into his bathroom. I splashed some water on my face. I wore my shorts and a tank top, which I wore to bed. I didn’t feel uncomfortable wearing this in front of Noah.

I went in the room. Noah was stripping down to his boxers. We slept in the same bed whenever I stayed over. I slept well with him and he did too. He jumped on the bed and was on his back. He stretched out a hand and I went to him. I laid my head in his bare chest and listened to his heartbeats. He was stroking my hair with one hand and the other was wrapped around me.

I have promised Will that I will tell him but I am scared. It will change everything between us. But, if he feels the same way, we could be together. It was worth the risk no doubt. I will tell him, it’s decided now. I kissed Noah’s chest lightly and sighed. Maybe this is the last time I could fall asleep in his arms. He kissed the top of my head and I drifted off to a peaceful sleep.

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