Milkshake girl

Chapter fifteen - First football meeting

Olivia's POV:

Finally, we'll have new customers in the shop. I am very excited about this. I don't know how I will deal with the whole football team, but it can't be that bad. Moreover, I think that they will have respect when it comes to a girl, or at least this is what I hope for. About Nate. Well, he is part of the team. We are getting closer, but only in a friendly way. I won't lie that I was nervous to have dinner with his parents, but luckily, everything was ok. They were very nice to me, no matter that we don't know each other. I mean that I have met them only once. Anyways, I'm glad that they liked me. Nate and I are only friends, but I won't mind parent approval. If I have to be honest, I have always wanted us to be more than friends, but I can't tell him anything. Mostly I am scared to tell him how I feel because I don't know what his reaction will be. I prefer us to be friends instead to lose him. Moreover, he looks good and I don't. I don't want people in school to look at him weirdly, because of me. When I feel confident, I will tell him how I feel. I only hope that it won't be too late. 

I woke up and started getting ready for school. When I was done, I went for breakfast. I'm not very hungry, but I have to eat. I don't want mom to read me the lecture about why eating is important. Most of the time, I eat only because of them. I went downstairs and saw only Emma and James. I guess that my parents had to go out early. That means that I can skip breakfast, but I'm sure that these two will tell mom and dad. For some reason, they are still mad at me for telling them about the money. I don't have enough energy to argue with them. Well, this doesn't mean that we can't talk. I'll try and see where this will go. 

I sat next to Emma, but she didn't look at me. It won't be that easy. I tried with James but got the same reaction. To be honest, I don't know what to tell them, but I don't like when we argue. It's pointless. I wish that I had normal siblings. That way it was going to be easier. I guess that luck is not on my side. Maybe one day we can stop arguing, but I don't know when this will happen. 

- Will you stop being mad at me? Both of you.

- James, did you hear something?

- No, I didn't. 

- You know what? Forget it. You are the worst siblings ever. - I said and walked away

I walked to school. I took what I need from my locker and went straight to class. I was about to sit at one desk when someone grabbed my hand and pulled me next to him. It was Nate. He smiled at me, but I didn't return it. I'm not in the mood for that. I don't know what is going on with me, but lately, I don't feel much in the mood or to say since yesterday. Nothing bad has happened, but I just don't have a reason to smile. 

- Olivia, are you ok?

- Yes, why?

- You didn't return the smile and you always do it. 

- I was thinking about something, that's why. There is nothing that you have to worry about. I'm fine. 

- If you say so. Are you excited about today?

- Why? What is today?

- The whole team will come to your shop. 

I totally forgot about this. I was so caught up in my thoughts that I didn't think about this. The only thing that I can do is fake a smile and say yes. Otherwise, Nate will continue with the questions. 

- Mostly I am nervous. I don't know what your teammates will think when they see me there. 

- You don't have to worry about this. There is nothing wrong with the fact that you work. 

- I will believe you. - I said chuckling

Soon the teacher came and we started the class. I was trying to concentrate, but I couldn't. I don't know what is going on with me today. I looked at Nate who was carefully listening to the teacher and taking notes. He looked at me with a smile and we made eye contact, which lasted a couple of seconds. Whenever I look him in the eyes, I feel like I am melting. He just doesn't know how powerful this can be. I broke the eye contact and tried to focus on the teacher once again. Not like it was working. Nate grabbed my hand under the desk, which made me look at him. He smiled at me and continued taking notes. 

On the lunch break, I went to the football field. The boys don't have practice so it's only me. Sometimes I love to sit by myself and to think. After all, I need some peace from everything. Especially my emotions. I think that this is what tires me the most. I wasn't hungry so I didn't get lunch. I was sitting peacefully when in front of my face appeared a hand. I turned around and saw Nate. Why does he always have to be around me? Ok, if I was in the mood, I was going to die, but now, I don't feel anything. 

- Nate, won't you eat?

- I can ask you the same.

- I'm not hungry. 

- Will you tell me what is the problem? After all, I am your friend. 

- Nothing. I'm just not much in the mood. 

- Yeah, I can see that. Can I know why? Maybe I did something. 

- No, you didn't do anything. I don't know. I just woke up like that. 

- Come with me. - he said and grabbed my hand

- Where are we going?

- In the gym.

- Why?

He didn't say anything. Both of us went there and he gave me a ball. What I am supposed to do with this? I don't understand. I waited until he stopped walking. 

- What are we doing here?

- Throw the ball at me. 

- What? I won't do that. What if I hurt you?

- Don't worry, I will catch it. Trust me. 

I didn't think twice and threw it. Nate caught it and threw it back at me. This is how it started. Meanwhile, we were talking. I won't lie that this made me feel a little bit better. I smiled at Nate and he returned it. 

- To understand that this helped you. 

- Yes, thank you. 

- No problem. The next time when you are not in the mood or have a problem, come to me. I will be happy to help you. 

- I hope that there won't be needed. 

- I'm saying it just in case. 

In that moment, someone came into the gym. It was that boy, Mason I think. Both with Nate gave each other a look. I don't know what is going on, but Nate doesn't look pleased that he is here. I was about to walk away, but Mason called me or said that I have to stay. 

- Hey, you don't need to go. Now, you can see who is better. 

- Thanks, but I have classes, which I have to attend. See you later Nate. - I said and walked away

The thing is that I didn't want to stay in one room with these two. I don't know what are their relations, but it's visible that they don't like each other. I walked to my next class and soon Nate came. He sat next to me but didn't say anything. I won't ask either. It's not of my business. 

After school, I walked home only to leave my things and then went to work. I saw Barry cleaning the blender. I looked at him with a smile and he returned it. 

- Will you be mad if I tell you that I found more customers?

- What? How?

- Let's say that our football team needs a place for their meetings and I told them to come here. The only thing is that they might bring food here. I hope that this is ok for you. 

- This is great. Olivia, you are amazing. 

- I know, but I'm happy to hear it. 

After half an hour, Nate came with his friends. Later other boys came as well and like that until the whole team was here. I walked up to their tables to take their orders. 

- Boys, what do you want to drink?

- Olivia? What are you doing here? - Mason asked me

- Isn't it obvious?

- That's why you recommended us this place. Well played. 

- What do you want to drink?

I took all the orders and went to make them. When they were done, I started bringing them to the boys. I gave Mason his drink and he took it, touching my hand. I don't want to be rude, but I didn't like it. When Nate does this, it feels different. I looked at Nate and saw that he wasn't pleased by that. There was a smirk on Mason's face. I quickly removed my hand and walked away. This was awkward. Some of the boys wanted a refill. I didn't understand any of the things for which they were talking about, but I didn't care. I pulled out my phone and started checking social media. In that moment, someone came in front of me. It was Mason. 

- How can I help you?

- Can you make me another milkshake? You choose the flavor. 

- Ok, no problem. 

- We finished with the meeting. 

- Good for you. 

If I have to be honest, I didn't want to talk with him. I just feel weird when he is around. I gave him the drink and he again took it by touching my hand. I gladly would tell him to not do this, but I don't want to be rude. 

- Thank you, Olivia. You make great milkshakes. If you want, you can join us. We finished with the main part. Now, we only chill and talk. 

- Thanks, but I am good. 

- Are you sure? - he asked and grabbed my hand

With that, Nate got up from his place, left some money on the table, and walked away. What was that? He looked angry. Could it be because of Mason? I removed my hand from his and went to take the money. 

- Boys, can you give this money to Nate when you see him?

- Take them, because I know that he won't do it. - Tyler said

- Ok, thanks. 

It was weird. I don't know what is going on with Nate, but I feel bad for him. Maybe I have to talk with him. How I see Mason is playing some game, but I won't let him win. I don't know what does he want from me, but he won't get it. He is not bad, but I don't like him. I mean not how he probably does. There is something between him and Nate, but I don't know what. It's visible that these two don't like each other. 

After work, I went for a walk. I wanted to clear my head. I went to one park and left surprised. Nate was sitting on one bench alone. I walked up to him and sat down. He looked lost in his thoughts. I slightly touched his hand and he turned around. We made short eye contact, but it was enough for me to see that he was hurt. Now I feel bad for him. 

- I like the smiling Nate more. 

- But he is tired of pretending that everything is ok. 

- Are you mad, because of Mason?

- Why do you think like that?

- Because in the morning you were fine. 

- Stay away from Mason. He doesn't like you. 

- Why are you telling me this?

- Because I don't want you to have high hopes. 

- Nate, I don't like Mason. He makes me feel weird. 

With that, I saw a small smile on his face. Now I get it. I don't understand why does he care so much for that. Nate likes a girl so he doesn't need to worry about me. 

- He does this, because of me.

- Why? It's visible that there is something between you two. 

- Whenever I talk with a girl, no matter do I like her or not, he goes after her. Mason thinks that this will get me, but no. I don't care. 

- Is this why you walked away?

- Kind of. I don't like that he is playing with girls. Many of them thought that he liked them, but they weren't happy when they understood the truth. 

- You don't have to worry about me. I already like someone and he is way better than Mason. 

Nate went in hurt mode again. What did I say this time? I didn't lie. Nate is better than Mason. Well, he doesn't know that I talk about him. 

- Nate, do you want us to walk around? Then if you want, you can send me home. 

- I would love that. - he said and grabbed my hand

I don't know where we are going, but I am happy that he is with me. After an hour, he sent me home. I hugged him before I walk inside. 

I have to say that today wasn't a bad day. I made a good amount of money from the boys. Barry will be happy. The only thing that I feel sorry about is Nate. I don't like when he is hurt. I will try to avoid Mason. I don't know what his plans are, but I don't think that he likes me. It looks more like he is trying to make Nate jealous, but I don't know why? We are only friends. Nate doesn't like me the other way. I am sure about this. No matter what is the case, I want to see the happy Nate and I will do everything to make this happen.