Bad Intentions

Fifty-Six

It was a casual gathering. There was a fireplace set up near the lake to keep everyone warm in this cold weather. There were logs for seats around it for anyone wanting to be closer to the heat. There were multiple tables filled with food and drinks. One was filled with birthday treats and a cake, balloons surround the table with a golden 'Happy Birthday' sign.

White fairy lights were wrapped around tree trunks and in limbs illuminating the area. The sun had set earlier.

There were people scattered around the area with drinks and food in there hands conversing with each other. Soft music played in the background adding to calm and chill atmosphere.

It seemed pretty low-key.

"You made it." Someone said.

Kayla and I turned around to see Jax standing in there. A red cup in his hand. His blonde hair was slightly sweeping against his eyebrows. His dark eyes glimmer with happiness and the smile on his face reflected it.

How is this kid always happy?

His smile was contagious and of course I returned it. "We made it."

If it was even possible, his smile widen even more when he saw Kayla. He was smitten.

"Well, let's not just stand around. Let me be a gentleman and get you ladies some drinks." He offered and led us to the table filled with drinks and coolers underneath. "Let me make you guys one of my special drinks."

Jax started to make his drink concoctions. "I can see the attraction." I whispered to Kayla and she nodded.

"You see the dilemma I'm in now?" She whispered back. "He's like perfect or something." She paused. "But Luke."

Before we could say anything else, Jax turned around with two red cups in his hands. A smile adoring his face. "I call this a 'Pineapple Sunrise'." He handed Kayla and I the drinks.

We reluctantly took them and a sip at the same time. My eyes widen. Whoa.

"This literally taste like a pineapple candy." Kayla said before taking another sip.

I nodded. If you told me this wasn't an alcoholic drink I would believe you. Expect there was a slight burn that gave it away.

"One of my many talents." Jax gave us a wink. "I only make those for the people I actually like." His eyes trained on Kayla. I saw a blush filled her cheeks.

Oh, she is gonna have a tough time choosing if Luke and Jax are her choices.

I took that as my cue to give them some space. I turned on my heels and walked towards the fireplace set up. Not like they noticed when I left. Not complaining!

I welcomed the warmth as it was starting to get chillier as the night progressed on. I took a seat on one of empty logs and took another sip of the glorious drink. I need this recipe.

My eyes caught onto something. Specifically, someone.

Nate.

His light brown hair sat perfectly on the top of his head. His hands were stuffed into his jacket pockets. He was walking towards someone. I let my eyes follow him.