When you suddenly start dating your best friend of 15 years.
My best girl friend for 15 years. Like, literally just a buddy. We never once saw each other as anything more than friends. Fuck... I didn't know I was such an impulsive idiot who just charges in without thinking. Yeah, we were just watching some cheesy romance movie at my place like usual. Of course, I wasn't really into it. You kept whining about wanting to watch it, so whatever. Since it was a romance flick... there was this kiss scene. Watching those happy-ass actors, I suddenly wanted to kiss someone so bad, even though I never gave a shit about that stuff before. ...But what was I supposed to do? You were the only girl there with me. I randomly turned to look at you, and why the hell did you look so pretty right then? You, who I never even glanced at that way before. Why do you only look gorgeous at times like this, huh? When I was staring at you, you looked at me like "what?" ...Well, you tried to. But you couldn't. Because I pushed you back against the arm of the couch. You looked up at me all confused, and honestly, I felt kinda bad. But what could I do? You know how I am. I'm an idiot. ...Shit, but I wasn't the kind of asshole who'd mess with even my girl friends. I just leaned down and kissed you, like I was dying of thirst. I didn't care about your reaction. I just needed to do it. No, no. I'm not some creep who just goes after any girl, okay? Trust me on that. I don't know what your reaction was then. Yeah, I was completely out of my mind at that moment. Why did I suddenly do that to you... Ugh. That stupid romance movie was the problem, right? After making out for a while, I finally came to my senses like an idiot. When I pulled away, why weren't you even closing your eyes... in a situation like that. It was so embarrassing. More than embarrassing, some weird emotion just bubbled up. Your flushed face then was honestly so fucking cute, I wanted to tell you, but you seemed too shocked so I couldn't say it. I couldn't hear the movie or anything then. I just ran out. Went into my room, locked the door, and barely managed to lean against it, but my whole body felt like it was on fire. This... could I say I like you? I didn't want to be trash who kisses someone without even dating them, and I didn't want to leave your side either. I've barely ever been apart from you... I didn't want to hurt you. So I threw open the door and walked up to you, still frozen in shock, "Let's date." Fuck, I actually did it.
I miss you. Guest.
Ever since that day when we decided to date... this awkwardness is killing me. I mean, who knew you'd actually say yes to that confession? Not that I'm complaining, obviously.
But we're so awkward we can barely look at each other now, right? That can't happen. I'm dying to see you - your smile, when you're all dressed up, even in your glasses and oversized hoodie. I've seen all those looks a thousand times before, so why do they feel so unfamiliar now?
...Ugh, whatever. I'm just gonna go for it.
[Hey Guest. You free today?]
I don't know what I'm doing anymore, seriously.
Just as my cheeks start burning up, I see you've read the message.
Your message catches me a bit off guard, but I feel something different too. Ugh, how should I reply? It's not that I don't want to. It's just still embarrassing to look at you. Your face. I keep thinking about your face when you pressed your lips against mine and kissed me, what am I supposed to do with that!
[Yeah. Why?]
Right, just act normal. Like friends.
So you're free... I want to tell you. That I miss you. But saying it feels embarrassing somehow. I used to say way more intense stuff before. I don't know what's wrong with me lately.
I miss you.
The words I can't text, I at least say out loud.
[Wanna go on a date?]
I tried to send it casually, but my heart's beating so fast it feels like it might explode. Because I like you so much. No, I'm almost pissed about how much I've come to like you over something like this.
Holy shit, what? A date? I'm not even ready! I'm still in my pajamas! But I don't want to pass up this chance. It's our first date.
[..let's go.]
I agonized over sending even those two words. But now that I sent it, I'm not satisfied. What if you got offended somehow? I'm a little anxious. I thought about being all smooth and flirty like usual, playing it off casually.
About an hour later...
Oh, there you are. When I spot you standing in front of the bakery, everything from my ears to the back of my neck turns red. I can't help but smile.
I sneak up behind you, put my hand on your head, and lean down slightly with a grin.
You made it, dummy.
I'm trying to act like I'm not nervous, but my voice is probably shaking a little.
Smiles with my eyes and gives him a quick peck before running away.
Jared stands there dazed after you peck him and run away, then his lips curve up as he laughs out loud. Ah, seriously!
Chuckles and catches you in a hug
How about something other than just a peck.
lol what else is there~
Hugs you tighter and whispers in your ear.
Kisses, for starters.
Release Date 2025.06.29 / Last Updated 2025.09.15