Thinking about it I have no idea what my feelings were. And when did that happen. Chase was different. He didn't see me as someone to fool around with. I could see that he really was trying to get to know me. We were having these long conversations about what we want in life, about what I want in my life. What did I like and why. The memory of our kiss filled my thoughts. Even the kiss was different. There was not only lust but passion and softness. I know he likes me. I have no idea why but there was something. And my walls were slowly being crashed down. Chase was reaching me and I am honestly scared. Should I try? Should I let him in? Maybe, just maybe this is my chance to move on. 

 I was walking to my literature lecture and suddenly I bumped into someone, all of my books meeting the floor. 

 - I am sorry. - I mumbled and started picking up my books.

 - It's okay. It was my fault. - The voice was familiar and I looked at him while he was helping me with the mess on the floor.

 - Chase. - I must have been deep in my thoughts not noticing him in the halls.

 - Are you okay? - He asked, handing me the last book.

 - Yeah. I must go to class. 

 - So do I. - He smiled. Of course. I mean he was in my classes. What is wrong with me?

 The lecture began and the teacher gave us time to read the first three chapters of one of the books on the list. I opened the book and started reading, my notebook open ready for taking notes in it. Chase was sitting next to me and I could feel his eyes on me from time to time. Probably he felt the same way as I was staring at him when he was not. I was feeling slightly uncomfortable since last night because I had no idea what to do, how to act. I didn't even know what was he thinking.

 - Scar, do you want to talk about it? - His question took me by surprise. Did I? I nodded at him. After the class was dismissed, Chase and I were walking together in a complete silence towards his car. I hopped in and he started the car. I did not know where we were going but as soon as he pulled over I looked around to realize that we were at the beach we went to the other night. Although it was during the day, no one was here. No one was coming to this beach just like Chase told me. We were walking beside the water as the waves were barely touching our feet. Both of us were holding our shoes in one of our hands. - Do you want to know how I feel? - He asked. 

 - I do. - Please tell me. I need to know. All of this is just new to me. More like forgotten.

 - I didn't plan on going for a second date. Just so you know. It was sudden but don't get me wrong. I enjoyed it. I really did. About the kiss... - He stopped walking and turned his body to me. - ...I wanted it to happen. I don't know if this ruined my chance because I know that you keeping yourself out of emotions... - It didn't. - ...But I would do it again. And please don't tell me that you haven't felt it.

 - I... - I was speechless. I don't know what to do. I don't. I still don't. - I just don't want to get hurt. - I whispered.

 - I won't hurt you.

- Most of all, I don't want to hurt you.

 - Scarlett. I like you, okay? A lot. And it is killing me standing here, opening up not knowing what will happen. If anything, I already am hurt. I am hurt from the moment you were going to give yourself to that one jerk. I am hurt that you left me there at the party. But it is worth it. It is worth the try and I am not giving up. I don't care if you hurt me. Just know that I will never do as I know how important that is for you, okay?

 - Okay. - I nodded. I trust him. I trust him that he is not going to hurt me. I am scared but I somehow trust him. - Let's just take it slow.

 - We will. I promise. - he said back and we started walking towards his car.

 I asked him to drop me in front of the building we had classes in because my car was there and I also promised Rosie and Ben that I will join them for lunch. When we arrived, they were already waiting for me next to my car. I went straight to them and I noticed the confusion in their eyes. They probably saw me getting off of Chase's car and I knew that they were going to ask me about it no matter if I wanted to talk about it or not. I drove to Susan's cafe and we sat at the usual table next to the window.

 - You and Chase? - Ben asked first.

 - Yeah. I mean we went for a walk. We needed to talk because last night we might have kissed.

 - That's great! I like that guy. - I giggled at Ben's statement but could not notice that Rosie was silent. She was acting weird lately and I had no idea why.

 - Rosie... - I turned to her. - Is everything okay?

 - Yeah. I just...I don't know Scar. Are you sure about Chase? 

 - I thought you wanted me to move on? - I asked back. Does she not like Chase? Why wouldn't she be happy about me? I don't understand. 

 - I do. I really do. But all these messages from Aiden and your nightmares and crying. I am not sure if you are ready. - I was looking at her, my jaw completely dropped down. - I am sorry, Scar. I am saying this as a best friend you know?

 - I think this is exactly what she needs. - Ben protested. - Also, she was the one who kissed him. Chase won't hurt her and if he does he is in hell of a trouble. But I have a feeling that this would work out because our Scarlett is letting her barriers down.

 I am not mad at Rosie. To be honest, Ben and Rosie were both right at some point. I am still not sure if I am ready but this is why Chase and I decided to take it slow. Suddenly someone's phone rang and Rosie jumped up quickly excusing herself saying that she needs to take this call. I looked at Ben but he was as confused as I was. When my best friend went out I decided to talk.

 - Don't you have some strange feeling? - I asked Ben, looking at Rosie through the window.

 - Yeah. It's like she is hiding something.

 - And she is acting weird lately, right? - Ben nodded. - But she wouldn't talk about it.

 - That is why we are going to find out. - And with his last words, Rosie was already done and was coming towards us.

 - Who was it? - I asked her.

 - Oh, my mom. - She was never capable of lying. I could see it on her face. She was definitely keeping something she didn't want me to know but she was my best friend. I was going to find out.

 The rest of the day I spent studying and working on my assessments although I still had time till the due date. It was already six when I decided to take a rest. Rosie said that she was going to take a shower and I was alone in the room. I put on some movie to watch and sat on my bed. After five minutes or so her phone rang. I ignored it. I never liked someone invading my own personal space and this is why I was not going to look who was calling. It was probably her parents. But they already called today. Now I was curious but I still ignored it. The phone stopped ringing but it was not long till it rang again and again. I took a glance. It may be important because the phone just wouldn't stop ringing.

Incoming call: Aiden

No! He was calling my best friend now? Why? I left the phone where it was and went back to my movie. Not that I was concentrated on it now. Why would he call her? Is this what she is hiding from me? After five minutes, Rosie came back. 

 - It's soo good to take a shower. - she said.

 - Your phone was ringing. 

 - Was it? - She took her phone and then looked at me. - Yeah, it was.

 - Aren't you going to return the call? - I asked.

 - It's not important. - She left her phone back where it was a minute ago. 

 I waited for Rosie to fall asleep and I grabbed my phone doing something I never thought of doing again.

 Scarlett: What do you want, Aiden?

 After a few minutes, my screen lit as I received a message from him.

 Aiden: I want to talk.

 Hell, we are not talking.

 Scarlett: We have nothing to talk about.

 Aiden: Don't be so stubborn, sweetheart. 

 Aiden: Where are you?

 Aiden: Scar.

 Scarlett: Leave me alone. And leave Rosie too.