*Dan's point of view*
Time Set: Dan and Phil are teenagers
i walked into the room and then i saw your face
you looked me in the eye
and then i wanted to erase myself
erase myself
I rushed into the classroom seconds before the bell rang. It was the first day and I already barely made it. Luckily, everyone was focused on talking to their friends, so nobody noticed the boy with the flower crown standing at the door. Except for one person.
At first, I didn't notice him. I was busy looking for an empty seat. I only noticed him when I found an empty seat. I wondered if it was because of his intimidating look that made people not want to sit by him. Whatever the case, it only encouraged me.
I had never met him, but just looking at him made it feel like my lungs were collapsing. He wore a leather jacket over a loose fitting black v-neck. It showed off his broad shoulders and his pale chest. His black skinny jeans had rips in them, showing off slight skin. His pair of black Chuck Taylors were crossed and sitting comfortably on the desk in front of him.
As if this look wasn't enough to send my heart pumping out of my pink sweater, he looked directly at me. His eyes were the color of the sky at its brightest moments. They were filled with an icy intensity, making me want to run away, but lean in for a kiss at the same time.
i didn't wanna fall but then i stepped right in
i looked down at the ground
and then i felt it right within
it was too late for me (too late for him)
Suddenly, I could feel a blush blow across my face. Why am I blushing? I wondered. I focused my eyes at the ground. How long have I been staring for? I hoped it wasn't long. Did he notice? My heart started to beat in a rhythm so fast, I hoped it was healthy. God, why am I so nervous?! I felt hot, why did I choose my aqua jeans instead of the shorts?
you took a step forward and tilted your head
with a curious glance you stared
and i felt dead
oh my god, i think i'm dying!
I looked up and just about fell over. He was right in front of me now. He tilted his head at me, his eyes seemed to glow with suspicion. I felt like everything in me went numb. Why couldn't I move? I wanted to scream, I was freaking out. I hated this feeling in my gut, this guy can't be the one making me feel this way.
you said "hey"
and i said "hello"
what's your name?
i'd really like to know about you
too bad i stopped at "hello"
"Hey," He smirked, finally saying something after staring at me for however long that was.
"Hello," I hoped he couldn't hear my stutter. Who is this guy? And why do I want to know so bad? I couldn't speak though, I was surprised I could even say "hello".
i just stared
and you grinned
and looked right back
it felt like just one big whirlwind
one big emotional whirlwind
I looked at him with wide eyes, he just had a bright smile. He look amused by the fact that I was unable I speak. He was about to say something else, but was interrupted. "Philip? Daniel? Do I have to tell you to sit again?" My blush got deeper as the classroom if kids snickered. Leather Jacket sat down with a smirk, I cleared my throat and sat down next to him. As the teacher started to talk, I couldn't help but glance at the boy. He was already looking at me. He didn't speak, he just smiled and bit his lip ring.
over the next few days we got to talking
with every single word i started falling farther
farther and farther for you
Within two weeks Phil Lester became my best friend. It was a strange sight, a boy with piercings and leather jackets with me, a boy with a flower crown and light colorful sweaters. Everyone was still wondering why I hadn't moved from sitting next to the punk. Maybe it was because I liked him too much.
you were so witty and so charming
you swept me off my feet
you made me laugh, you made me blush
no one could compete (no one could compete)
I was asked at least three times if Phil bothered me. It was probably because I was constantly flustered around him. It was like every word he said made want to squeal like a fanboy/girl over some hot picture of a celebrity. Phil would shower me in compliments. Every other sentence he said was something to make me blush or giggle.
it seemed to good to be true (it was too good to be true)
i wanted to be with you (and only with you)
we clicked like legos
or the clacking of tap shoes
And even though I was constantly stared at, or if people were constantly worried Phil would hurt me, I didn't want anything else. It was like every waking second I was being pulled to him. I was nervous of what my parents would think, but the more I talked to him the more I realized I didn't care.
you said "hey"
i said "hello,
how was your day?"
you said "better now" with a smile
oh what a cliché
but to be honest it made my day
"Hey," Phil said as I sat down next to him.
"Hello, how was your day?" I asked.
"Better now," He smiled. I rolled my eyes at him, but I couldn't help but smile at the comment.
"You're such a flirt," I shook my head at him.
"Only to you, Flower Crown," He nodded at the yellow flowers sitting in my curls.
"Who'd you flirt with before I came around?" I raised my eyebrows at him.
"No one peaked my interest," He shrugged.
"Like I did?" I snorted.
"What? Do you find that hard to believe?" He frowned at me. "Have you ever looked at yourself in the mirror? Or listened to yourself talk?" He asked.
"You can stop," I tilted my head at him.
"Alright, fine," Phil smirked.
i didn't wanna fall but then i stepped right in
i looked up at your face
and those eyes, they drew me in
it was too late for me
and that's what we were
a simple cliché
it wasn't made to work
but i wouldn't have it any other way (any other way)
I grabbed my light pink back pack out of my locker. I shut it and jumped, Phil stood with a bright smile. "You're scared so easily," He tilted his head at me. I rolled my eyes at him and leaned against my locker.
"Did you come here for something? Or did you just want to scare me?" I narrowed my eyes at him. His smile turned into his famous smirk.
"What are you doing tonight?" He asked.
"Well..." I pretended to think. "Wallowing in my own self pity.. having an existential crisis... some online shopping- I could use some more clothes..." I shrugged. "I'm booked." He narrowed his eyes, the corner of his mouth trying not form into a smile from his smirk.
"Is there any way I could clear your schedule?" Phil asked dramatically.
"Maybe," I looked down at my white vans and then back up at him.
"How about.." Phil grabbed my flower crown and placed it on his own head. "We go to a movie?" Phil suggested.
"I could rearrange some things," I smirked.
His blue eyes gleamed. For a moment I couldn't do anything but stare at them. They were so bright and colorful. They matched his pale skin and black clothes so well. So unbelievably well.
you were so witty and so charming
you swept me off my feet
you made me laugh, you made me blush
oh no one could compete (no one could compete)
"Come on, Flower Crown." Phil grabbed my hand, I couldn't help but smile as he lead me to his car. I sat in the front seat and looked around. The car was cleaner than I thought it would be. There was CD's littered along the cup holders and a leather jacket on the back seat, I wondered how many he had.
After a short drive we were at the movies.
"Damnit, I left my wallet in the car," I sighed.
"I was paying for you anyway," Phil shrugged ordering the tickets. "What do you want? Popcorn?" He asked.
"I.. thanks," I smiled at him.
"Anything for you," He smiled back.
"I don't need anything," I chewed on my lip.
"Not even a popcorn?" Phil scoffed.
"I'm fine, I promise," I reassured.
"Alright, well I'm getting popcorn, we can share," He winked. He got popcorn and I followed him to the theatre.
"Oh Jurassic World," I smiled at him. "How romantic," I snorted.
"Who says it's supposed to be romantic?" He asked me. I giggled and looked up at him, but he looked completely serious.
"Oh.. I just thought.." I swallowed, I felt like I couldn't come up with words.
"You're cute when you blush," He winked and pulled me into the theatre.
Within minutes of the movie starting, Phil's hand was on mine. I didn't do anything to stop it. I could feel myself blushing, but I kept my eyes focused on the movie. What did this mean? Love?! I didn't know love. Everybody always made fun of me. All I could do was defend myself, how could I fall in love with my walls up so far?
it seemed to good to be true (it was too good to be true)
i wanted to be with you (and only with you)
we clicked like legos
or the clacking of tap shoes
The movie felt like it went by in minutes. When the lights turned on Phil stood up. He grabbed my hand and pulled me out the door. My legs followed, I don't know why I trusted him so much, but I did. We got into car and his hand left mine and went to the wheel. I wanted him to keep his hand in mine more than anything, but I wasn't about to grab it off the wheel.
I stepped out of the door with a sigh. Phil got out, too, walking me to the door of my house.
"Thanks.. I had fun," I smiled at him.
"Yeah, me too," He tilted his head. "I wish I didn't have to go, but I'll see you tomorrow, Flower Crown," He nodded and walked away.
"Wait!" I could hear my heartbeat in my ears as I thought about my next words. The thing about Phil Lester, I've learned that he is what you could call.. a "troubled kid", which was the only reason I would even suggest my next words. "I mean.. my parents don't allow boys over this late.. but... there's a window.." I weakly mumbled. Phil mouth curled into a smirk.
"Is The Daniel Howell suggesting I sneak through his window?" I could see that Phil was amused by my deepening blush.
"Maybe.." I chewed on my lip as Phil looked up at my window to my room.
"I'll meet you there, just let me move my car," He smiled.
you said "hey"
i said "hello,
i gotta know, do you feel this way?"
you said "yeah i do, but i was scared of what you might say"
I opened the door and was met by my mum.
"How was the movie?" She asked.
"Oh.. yeah it was great." I nodded and started to walk up the stairs.
"That's good, where are you going?" She frowned. My eyes widened.
"Oh.. um.. I just have some homework to finish," I rushed out.
"Oh ok, don't stay up too late," She smiled and walked into the kitchen.
I immediately shut my door and locked it. I rushed to my window and was met by blue eyes and jet black hair. I opened it.
"Hey," His smile made my knees buckle.
"Hello." I stepped aside letting him in. I sat on my bed as he looked around at my pastel walls littered with photos of sunsets. I could see his giggle at my collection of flower crowns. Eventually, he settled on my bed next to me.
"So," He looked my way. "What's up with the piano? You play?" He asked, I nodded. "What can you play? Know any Mozart?" He laughed. "Or how about some-"
"Hey, Phil?" I asked, there was a reason I wanted him to be here so bad, and it wasn't to have small talk. He looked at me with a questioning look. "I gotta know.. do you.. like me?" My throat went dry at his surprised look.
"Yeah, I do." He put his hand over mind, and looked down at his feet. He let out a breathy laugh. "But I was scared of what you might say."
and that's all we were,
a silly cliché
i still think you're cute
but maybe it's better this way
"Is there a reason you ask?" His eyes twinkled. I knew why he asked that- just to make me flustered. It definitely worked.
"I.. well.." I narrowed my eyes at him. "Do I have to say it?" I could tell he was deciding. I thought he'd say yes, but instead he leaned in. His lips on mine caught me by surprise, but I still managed to kiss back. I had only kissed one person on a dare, so I prayed to god I was doing it right.
"Come on, Flower Crown. Say it."
bah duh duh dum
bah duh duh dum
bah duh duh duh duh dum
He leaned in for another kiss. This time it was a little faster. His arms cupped my chin, pulling me in closer. I decided to place mine on his chest. That felt right? My lips tingled as I felt his tongue lightly slip across them. Something in my brain took this as a message and I opened them. His tongue swirled around mine, as mine brushed against his lip ring.
that's okay
we're just a little cliché
a little cliché
but that's okay!
He pulled away with a smile. "Say it, Dan."
"I like you, too, Phil."
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Thank you kmr1004 for the idea of this chapter!