Even though I upset Jaron, the part of him who still cares for me wouldn’t allow him to ditch my request. My friends began trickling in, and Laurant visited me the next day. I think he may be my favorite friend. He’s cute, easy to talk to, calm, loyal, loves animals, his name is cute… Ok, I’m attracted to him too. Can’t even pretend it isn’t true. We definitely have something special between us, but my friend, Diamond (Devonte’s twin), is obsessed with him. Honestly? I don’t think he likes her like that, but her personality is so big, he can’t ignore her. And Laurant is far too nice and sweet to reject her. Plus she’s freakin’ gorgeous. No one in their right mind would turn her down. But I get the feeling he’d rather be with me. That could be wishful thinking, but I’m pretty sure I’m right. We have these…moments. When we’re around each other, we always end up staring. But I really really really like Devonte. We’re not a couple, so I’m free to like whoever I want, but I also don’t want to step on my friend’s toes. I’m not about having drama in life. Besides, they’re sorta kinda together now. Not officially, but they’re definitely hooking up. I didn’t say anything, but I saw them sneak off to the bathroom when we all went to the club the first time. We’re all young and having fun. Nothing needs to be serious right now. But still, I can’t help but wanting something serious. Is that weird? Do any of my friends feel that way? Should I even be interested in my friends??
Laurant hung around for a little while, and I appreciated his company; I always do. He just got a job at a great company. It’s nothing glamorous, but at least he’s got a foot in the door to climb the corporate ladder. He’s also living at home right now because he wants to buy a house. As if I need another reason to grin when I’m around him.
It was getting late, and he had to work in the morning, so I told him I appreciated the visit and welcomed him anytime. He gave me a hug. I think we both enjoyed it a little too much.
