Chapter 5

I sit there, alone, on my sleeping bag. Not knowing what to do. I could just go home, but what about Alex? Me and him were so excited for this. But, I HATE thunderstorms. I don't know if I can do this-After a lot of thinking, I've decided to stay the night after all. Since, if I do go home, it'll still be storming so it's better to go through it with my best friend than go through it alone.-I sit there, patiently, scrolling through Twitter while I wait for Alex to get back from the vending machine. My Twitter feeds a bit boring. I've only seen a few new tweets by my favourite Minecraft streamer, Dream. But apart from that, my phone is completely dry. Since I don't have many friends, I barely ever get any text messages or calls, unless if their from my parents. -I can see Alex running in my direction, I guess he's finally back. "Hiiiii!" He shouts, still running over to me. When he finally comes up to me, he slouches down on his sleeping bag and giggles."What's so funny?" I ask, raising an eyebrow. "I bought you something. From the machines!" Alex says, reaching Ito his pocket and pulling out a packet off.. "hot wings!" He squeals. "Wha- no way! I'm not eating them." I say, rolling my eyes. "Yes you are. Or else.." Alex giggles."Or else what, idiot?" I fold my arms and look at him. "Or else you have to call me big daddy again." Alex laughs and winks at me."What the- no that's not how it wo-"*BANG!* A huge bolt of lightning flashes before my eyes. I see it through the big glass window which was on the wall behind the stage. I jump out of pure fear, I'm terrified. I see Alex flinch, but he's clearly not as scared as I am. -Alex's eyes trail over my face. He can see the fear in my eyes as I shake, uneasily. "Dude.. you good?" Alex asks me, worried. "I- uhh.. yeah.. yeah I'm good." I say, clearly not okay. I need to get out of here. I need to be alone. -"I'm gonna head to the bathroom. I need a moment." I say, frantically trying to struggle to my feet. "I- oh. Okay, see you later..?" Alex says, looking at me awkwardly. -I run out of the auditorium, not looking back. I turn a few corners, rushing into the closest bathroom. When I finally push opens the door, leading to the 10 cubicles which stood in two rows on each side. I jog through the middle and then lead my hands on the sink counter. -I feel a tear escape my eye, and then another one afterwards. Before I know it, I'm crying. I cant help it. I'm just so petrified of thunder. -I stand there, leaning on the counter, crying. I don't know what to do. I don't know who I can talk to. -I take my left hand and ruffle it through my hair, I look up into the mirror. My eyes are all red and puffy and my face is pink. I'm a mess. -"No ma. I can't just come home! I'm having fun!" A nearby voice says. The voice is getting closer, as it walks into the males toilet room. -The person notices me and our eyes met. It was Zak, again. Why do we keep meeting in such disgusting places? It's always the toilets."Ma, I have to call you back." Zak says, turning off his phone and shoving it into his back pocket of his jeans. -He looks at me. My eyes are still red and my face is still pink. It's obvious I've been crying. "Hey. It's you. Are you okay?" Zak asks, taking a few steps closer to me. "I-... I'm good." I say, watching Zak as he continues to walk closer to me. -Now, there is only a small distance between us, but that's not what I'm worried about. I don't want Zak to notice I've been crying. I hate when people try and cheer me up. It never works. "Hey.. what's wrong? You look..." Zak says, although he's not sure what to say. "Terrible? Exhausted? Sad?" I finish his sentence and sigh. "I was gonna say, upset. What's wrong? You can talk to me." Zak puts his right hand on my waist. -I blush. And so does he. We both look into each other's eyes. -My eyes are still all puffy and uncomfortable which isn't very attractive. I rub my eyes with my hand and look back at Zak. I don't know what's happening right now. The tension is undeniable. I just wish I didn't look like this right now. It's ruining the nice romantic vibe. -"So... uh.. what's wrong?" Zak says, with a warm smile across his face. "It's stupid, to be honest." I say, awkwardly. "I won't judge." Zak replied, reassuringly. "Fine. Well... the thing is.. I'm.. I'm terrified of thunderstorms..." I admit, awkwardly. I'm so embarrassed. "Wait.. really?" Zak says, surprised."Oh come on. Don't make me repeat myself." I say, rolling my eyes.-Zak giggles and pulls me into a tight hug. "It's alright. Don't worry. I'll keep you safe." He whispers into my ear, still hugging me. -I blush and smile. "Th-thank you." I whisper back. -We stay there, hugging for what feels like forever. His head rests on my shoulder, facing my neck. Zak lightly pressed his lips against my neck. My face grew red like a tomato. Was this actually happening? Was Zak really kissing my neck? -Zak placed hand on my waist as he kissed my neck once again. He then pulled out of the embrace and then our eyes met. 'Woah.' Was the only word that could process in my head. What just happened? -"I-.." Zak wasn't sure what to say. Did he even know my name? Why did he kiss me? And why did I like it? -1007 Words <3