Chapter 10: In Love (SMUT)

Eddie's POV"Okay, I'm heading to the restroom very quick," I put down my plate, "Be right back." I gave Juicy my jacket before hurrying to the restroom.

The notifications on my phone were going off, and I knew exactly who they were from. I shut the door behind me, pulling out my phone while biting my lip nervously.

"What do you mean you haven't found no one?" The text message read from the mysterious stranger, "We need to find a mind reader quickly!"

I could already hear how upset he was through the message alone. My hands shook as I typed my next message, "I'm sorry but everyone around me is not a mind reader. None of them even know what a mind reader is."

It only took a few seconds for him to answer back, "Well you better find one quick. You are running out of time, Eddie. You know the consequences."

I started to panic, quickly rushing to say, "I'll find someone by tonight, I promise. Just please, don't leak the criminal record. I'll do it." The last message he typed was, "Fine. But only tonight."

I sighed, shoving my phone back in my pocket. I looked at myself in the mirror with a sad frown, realizing I looked like absolute shit. I took a deep breath, calming my racing heart. What was I going to do? How could I find a mind reader in less than a few hours? I still didn't even know if they were real.

A headache was beginning to form, but I ignored it. I thought of Gaege again and how I should tell him, even if I had to explain why I had a criminal record. Although I didn't want him dragged into this mess. What if they end up blackmailing him too? Then, he would also be in danger. I couldn't imagine how it would feel if those people hurt him. I couldn't let them hurt him...

I shook my head, pushing all those thoughts aside. I'll figure it out later. I didn't want to ruin Mully's birthday party. They were my problems to deal with, no one else's.

I headed back outside, putting another smile on my face. I was met with all the boy's looking at me, and I asked, "What did I miss?"

"Oh, nothing," Juicy smiled, handing me my jacket, "Where were we?"

I looked at him for a few more seconds, feeling as if something was off. But he turned and started talking to someone else, making me shake my head. I was on edge from the text messages, and I couldn't take my mind off them. The mysterious stranger was going to drive me insane.

Instead, I continued talking and partying, trying to forget the messages again. Although the strangers words kept replaying over and over in my head. I saw Gaege smiling, and I couldn't take it. I wanted to tell him, but I just... couldn't. After a few minutes, I was about to go home when I felt a small tap on my shoulder. I was face to face with Gaege, and I raised my eyebrows. "Oh, hey," I smiled shyly, "I was actually about to leave. Do you need a ride home?" Juicy shook his head, "No, I... I actually needed to talk to you. Alone."

I nodded, "Sure, lead the way." He took my hand in his, making my cheeks flush red. He brought me into an empty bedroom, shutting the door behind him. He was shifting from foot to foot and took his lower lip in between his teeth. "What's wrong?" Juicy didn't meet my eyes, and I gently put a hand on the side of his face.

His hazel eyes flickered to mine, surprised that I had touched him. "You can tell me what's wrong," I whispered softly, "Maybe I can help." Gaege bit his lip again, looking away for a few seconds before saying, "It's between me and you. You promise not to tell the other boys?" I nod, "Promise."

Juicy then meets my eyes, looking for something I couldn't place. I couldn't help but stare into them, curious and questioning what he was thinking. His hand slowly slipped behind my head, and I hesitated.

"Gaege...?" My question slowly faded, and the only thing I focused on was how close he was to me. I could almost feel his breath against my lips, but I didn't dare close the distance between us, wondering what he would do next. My heart was beginning to pound, taking in the scent and feel of him when he hadn't even touched me yet.

"I've been wanting to tell you this for a long time," I heard him say quietly, "I know things might be moving a bit fast between us, but..."

He was silent for a moment, looking back up into my eyes. "I feel something for you, Eddie," He told me with a sad frown, his eyebrows knitting together as he continued, "I don't know what to think, but I just really, really like you."

"Y-You do?" I say in disbelief. He nods, "But I know you want to marry Gabby and I know your parents might not be happy with who I am and-"

I pressed my lips to his in a matter of seconds, stopping him right in his tracks. He freezes, but I cup his cheeks in my hands as I close my eyes. His soft lips felt warm and amazing against mine, and I had never been so willing to kiss any one else before.

His arms wrapped around my neck, deepening the kiss and pulling me closer. His fingers tangled into my hair, and I slowly slid my hands down to grip his waist.

I pulled away after a few more seconds, lingering until I looked into his eyes. He was shocked by the sudden embrace and a blush was already creeping onto his cheeks as he looked away shyly.

"I don't care about marrying Gabby," I said seriously, not daring to break eye contact, "I don't care about who my parents want me to be with. I don't care what other people tell me or even what the other boys think. I only care about you, and no one's opinion can change that."

Juicy's eyes were shining with hope, and a small smile began to form on his face. "You really think that?" He said slowly, "I thought you wanted to marry Gabby this whole time!" I shake my head, "Like I said, it just never felt right with her. It always felt right with... well, when I was with you."

He looks away shyly, but I keep staring in awe at him. "Well, if I'm being honest," He said to me, "I was really scared of telling you how I feel. Mostly because I was in an abusive relationship before."

Small tears were forming in his eyes, and he sniffed as he said, "There was a girl that I really like before I met you, but she didn't treat me right. She used to call me names and hit me when I tried so hard to be a good boyfriend and..."

His voice cut off, but I quickly pulled him in for a hug. "It's okay, I'm here now. I won't teat you bad and I won't do anything to hurt you," I reassure him.

"There's also something else," Juicy looked up at me again, "About G-Gabby."

"Gabby?" I raise an eyebrow, "What about her?"

"She threatened me," Gaege's voice shook, "Told me to stay away from you or she'll do something to me." I gasped, growing angry with my best friend. If I could even call her that anymore.

"But don't be mad at her!" Gaege grabbed my arm as if he could read my mind, "I don't want you to be mad at her. She's only doing it because she loves you too, and I don't blame her. I couldn't imagine if someone else swooped in and stole you away from me."

I let out a small sigh before saying, "Fine. But that doesn't mean I'm going to let her hurt you anymore." I thought of the mysterious man again, and I was about to tell him about it before he pressed his lips to mine.

Every worry and thought I had about the mysterious man disappeared, and all I could think about was how good his body felt against mine. I pushed him onto the bed, kissing his jaw and neck as he let out a soft sigh. Our kisses grew more and more heated, and I suddenly couldn't bear having his clothes on any longer.

A/N: okay, I left it there before things grew more heated lol. Thanks for the amazing support so farm you all are truly amazing :) hope you enjoyed and much love ❤️❤️