Always Gonna Be You | Ongoing

42| Snacks, Laughter, and Unexpected Bonds



The guys and us decided during our last period together that we'd go to the store and get a few snacks and chill together.

I had informed, Jayden, and quickly gave my mom a call. I caught a ride with the girls, and the guys did with Grayson.

In the car with Grayson, Nathan, and Logan, the atmosphere was vibrant. The guys were bantering and singing along to the music blasting through the speakers. the same goes for us.

As we arrived at the store, excitement filled the air, and we navigated the aisles together, sharing jokes and laughter.

My infectious energy drew Grayson's gaze, and he watched fondly as I reached up for an item on the top shelf, determined to do it myself.

"Need a hand?" Grayson offered with a playful grin.

I turned towards him, and my cheeks flushed slightly. "No, I've got this. Thank tou though," I replied, her voice tinged with determination.

Grayson chuckled, his arms crossed as he observed me. But when I reached for the bag of chips, a few moments later, swiftly, he grabbed the item I was reaching for, surprising me.

Turning around, I'm faced with Grayson. I found myself standing close to him, oir eyes locking in a moment of shared closeness. I looked away briefly, a smile tugging at my lips, feeling the flutter of excitement in my chest.

Grayson held out the bag of chips, breaking the brief silence. "Here," he said, his tone warm.

My smile widened. "Thank you," I replied gratefully, accepting the chips.

Amongst us, our friends had been observing our interaction from a distance, their whispers and giggles echoing through the store.

The sound of excitement drew Grayson's attention, and he subtly created space between us, respecting my comfort.

Meanwhile, Nathan had seized the opportunity for some playful antics with Mila, their chemistry evident as they chased each other through the aisles, their laughter mingling with the joyful chaos of us

As the sun began to set outside, we reconvened by the store entrance, our time together filled with shared moments and lighthearted memories.

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After oit fun-filled trip to the store, we settled back into my car, parked in a quiet spot. The music played softly in the background as we lounged comfortably, snacking on the snacks wed purchased.

I found himself glancing over at Kiara more than once, my heart feeling inexplicably lighter in her presence.

Nathan and Logan, always up for some mischief, found a shopping cart nearby.

With Nathan seated inside the cart and Logan pushing enthusiastically, they zoomed around the parking lot, the cart bouncing over bumps and dips.

Suddenly, they hit a particularly large bump, causing the cart to lurch forward unexpectedly. Nathan went flying out of the cart, landing in a heap on the pavement. The sudden turn of events caught us all by surprise, and the car erupted in laughter.

"Oh my gosh, are you okay?" Mila called out between fits of giggles, peering out of the car window at Nathan.

Nathan, slightly winded but unhurt, managed to pick himself up, laughing along with the rest of us. "That was wild!" he exclaimed, brushing off his clothes and joining in the laughter.

I shook my head in amusement.

As the laughter subsided, we settled back into a comfortable silence.

The soft music continued to play in the background, creating a backdrop of tranquility amid the laughter and lively conversation.

As we prepared to head back, I caught Kiara's eyes. It had been a day filled with laughter, friendship, and perhaps a glimpse of something more—a connection that had the potential to grow into something beautiful.

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As I lounged at home, my mind was buzzing with thoughts of Kiara.

Sitting in my room, I couldn't shake the image of Kiara's smile, her laughter echoing in my mind.

I replayed our interactions—the way we had bonded over football, the comfort he felt in her presence, and the undeniable chemistry that seemed to spark between them.

I took a deep breath, feeling a surge of determination wash over me. I wanted to take a leap of faith, to follow his heart and see where it led, and ask Kiara to be my girlfriend.

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It was Thursday now, school flowing by quickly, and we all had gone to Grayson house.

Hazel and Mrs Taylor weren't home yet.

We had decided on watching a horror movie, fully aware of my aversion to horror films.

As we settled in, popcorn in hand, we debated between "The Conjuring" and "The Nun." Despite my protests, I found herself agreeing reluctantly to watch, unable to resist the collective enthusiasm of everyone.

True to form, once the movie began, my initial attempts at being brave quickly dissolved into genuine fear.

Jumpstart after Jumoscare came, and I found myself screaming and randomly clutching to Grayson arm.

He seemed to sense how terrified I was and surpriseme by wrapping his arm around my shoulders.

Throughout the movie, my reactions ranged from nervous laughter to burying my face in Grayson's shoulder during the intense parts.

Everyone couldn't resist teasing me, whispering about imaginary figures lurking behind me and causing me to jump in fright.

"Guys, cut it out," Grayson said, his voice firm but playful. "She's scared enough as it is."

They eventually stopped. By the time the credits rolled, I was visibly relieved, but her heart still raced with lingering unease.

"Oh fuck no." I said when the words, based on a true story, appeared on screen, causing everyone to laugh.

As the night progressed, we moved on from scares to lighter activities—playing games, sharing stories, and enjoying each other's company.

Eventually, sleep caught up to us, and we settled in for the night.