Falling for the nerd

Chapter fifteen - First time sleeping over

Alex's POV:

I love the weekend. No matter that, I like to study, I prefer the weekend for other reasons. Moreover, I spend it always with Elle and finally can have peace with the people in school. She always knows what we'll do and to be honest her ideas are not bad at all. Yesterday was a fun day and I hope that today will be too. I want to stop thinking about all the people and focus on myself and my friends. I should listen to Elle and ignore completely all the comments about me and the looks. They don't bring anything good. 

In the morning, I woke up and went for breakfast. My parents have left me a note that they have to go early. I don't know what is so important on Sunday, but I won't complain. I might call Elle if she is free today. I would love if we can go out. Yes, now I like this. Up to now, we haven't met people from school, which is good. I don't want them to ruin my mood. 

When I was done with my food, I walked upstairs and called Elle. Luckily, she picked up quickly. 

- He Alex, why are you calling?

- Hey to you too and just to check how are you. 

- I am fine, thanks for asking. 

- Are you free today? We can go out if you want. 

- Even if I wasn't, I was never going to deny an offer like this. - she laughed

- If you are not just tell me. 

- It's Sunday. I don't have anything to do. 

- Where do you want us to go?

- How about going for milkshakes and ice cream? 

- Whatever you say. I am on your services. 

- Awesome. I will get ready and if you want you can come and take me. If you don't want, I will come. 

- No need to. I will take you. 

- Thank you, Alex. See you soon. 

- Bye Elle. - I said and end the call

I went for a quick shower and then get dressed. I don't care much about what I am wearing so I picked the first thing that I saw. I am glad that I'm not like the girls who stay two hours in front of their wardrobes wondering what to wear. When I was done, I walked to Elle's house. I knocked on the door and Martha opened it. She greeted me as usual and let me in. 

- Elle will come soon. 

- Ok, I will wait for her. 

- Come with me to the kitchen. I have a surprise for you. 

I didn't say anything and followed her. I sat on one of the chairs and she put a plate with cookies in front of me. I didn't wait for her to say something and took one. Martha didn't say anything and just laughed. I looked at her and she gave me a smile. How I was eating, I felt a presence behind me. I turned around to see Elle. Woah, she looks very nice. Even to school, she doesn't dress like that. I mean with so much effort. 

- When you are done with the cookies, we can go. 

I didn't say anything and kept looking at her. Don't blame me. I am a boy as well. Moreover, I have never seen such a pretty girl talk with me.

- Alex, are you ok?

- What? Yes, I am fine. 

She sat down very close to me. 

- Are you sure?

- I...

- You don't need to blush. It's just a normal question. 

With that, I looked at the camera on my phone and saw that my cheeks are pink. I hate when she is like that. I looked at her and this only made it worse. I felt how probably my whole face is red. Elle started laughing and I understood why she did all of this. For some reason, this girl likes when I am blushing and shy. Not like I complain, but I don't see anything funny in that. She kissed my cheek, which made me look at her. 

- You promised me something. 

- Oh, c'mon. No one is here. I won't tell anyone. - she said and made puppy eyes

- Only this time. I really don't like it. 

- But why? It's not a crime to kiss someone. 

- I just don't like it, ok?

- Ok, calm down. 

Elle is my friend and that's how I prefer it to be. I don't want to fall for her. The school drama is enough and I don't want more. If Jasper understands that Elle and I are dating, he will go after me more often and this is the last thing, which I want. 

- Are you ready to go? - Elle asked me 

I nodded my head and both of us walked out. No one was talking. I feel bad for what I said. I didn't want to offend her or something like that. It's just that I care about her and don't want her to be in trouble because of me. I hope that she is not mad at me. 

- Elle, are you mad at me?

- No. 

- Look, I'm sorry for what I said. I am not used to these things and it's kind of hard for me to accept them. Moreover, I girl like you has never talked with someone like me.

- What do you mean by a girl like me?

- Look at you and look at me. We are so different and you look ten times better without any effort. 

- If you weren't my friend, I was going to slap you. 

- Why? I said the truth. 

- No, you lied. We are not that different and you look good. Stop judging yourself. 

- I just don't understand why you became my friend and why you are going through this. People won't stop looking at you. I know that you don't care, but your life could be easier. 

- No one can tell me how to live my life. If I want to, I will get in trouble. If I don't want to, I won't do it.

- I didn't want to offend you. I just don't want you to feel sorry. 

- And I am not, because I am happy. Now let's go. 

All the way to the diner, no one was talking. I think that she is mad at me. I need to start saying what she wants to hear, not what I think. I don't want to lose her. 

When we walked in Elle ordered for herself and sat at one table. I ordered for myself as well and sat next to her. I looked at her, but she didn't. Without thinking, I pulled her for a hug and felt a couple of tears in my shirt. I hate to see her sad. She doesn't deserve it. I carefully wiped her tears and kissed the top of her head. I saw a small smile. 

- I'm sorry that I did this to you. 

- It's ok. I know that you didn't mean to hurt me. 

- What do you want us to do next?

- Can we go home and watch movies? You can stay for dinner. My parents won't come. 

- Yes, sure. Something else?

- I won't deny a sleepover, but probably this is too much for you. 

- Maybe it won't be. 

- What are you saying?

- That maybe this time I will stay for the night. 

- Really? That's great. Thank you. 

- For you always. 

Later we walked to my house to take what I need for the night, for school tomorrow, and then back to her house for a movie and more cookies. Martha has baked some. I love this woman. Well, mostly for the cookies, but when I come here she is always nice to me. At the dinner, there were more cookies. I have to admit that Martha is an excellent cooker. 

After dinner, we walked to Elle's room. Instead of another movie, she wanted just to talk. I agreed because I have nothing to do anyways. We were sitting and talking and suddenly out of nowhere, she asked something weird. 

- If one day I do something stupid, will you leave?

- What? Why would I do that?

- I'm just asking. 

- No matter what you do, I won't leave you. 

- Thank you. That's what I was hoping to hear. 

- Elle, are you ok? You look a little bit sad. 

- I'm fine. Do you play video games?

- Not much, but for you, I can play. 

- Thanks. 

Like that, we started playing video games. I was horrible, but at least Elle was laughing. I don't know what is going on with her, but maybe it's better if I don't ask. Somehow, three hours passed and it was time for bed. Elle said that I could take the guest room next to hers. I went there and left my things next to the bed. She said that if I need something, to call Martha or Andrew. Mostly Martha. I hope that there won't be such a need. She told me a good night and left. 

In the morning, I woke up. It was only 6:30. I laid in bed up to seven and then get up. I get dressed and walked to Elle's room. I knocked, but no one answered. I slightly opened the door and saw her sleeping. I carefully walked in and closed the door. I laid down next to her. She is sleeping so peacefully. I rubbed her cheek with my thumb and removed a piece of her hair. I don't know what I am doing, but I feel the need to do it. Luckily, Elle didn't wake up. I know that it's creepy to watch how someone is sleeping, but I don't want to leave. She started moving and I thought that she will wake up, but no. Elle only got closer. I wonder what she is dreaming. I have had really weird and stranger dreams. For good or not they didn't come true. I continued playing with her hair. 

Soon Elle woke up and left a little bit surprised to see me here. 

- Hey, um... what are you doing here?

- I just came to see if you are awake, but you weren't. I didn't want to wake you up. 

- No, you didn't. I'm glad that you are here. - she said and snuggled

I used this as an opportunity to give her a hug. I know how much she loves them. Me too, if I have to be honest. I lifted her chin and made her look at me. I swear to god, I don't know what is wrong with me. I hope that I won't do something stupid. 

- Alex, is everything ok?

I didn't say anything and kept looking at her. Can you imagine that I have all of this for myself? No Alex, don't you think about it. She is not for you. Then why do I wish that she was? I didn't do anything and just hugged her tightly. Luckily, she didn't ask why. 

We stayed like that for ten minutes and then she got up to get ready for school. I was about to leave, but she stopped me. 

- You don't have to go. Actually, I need your help. 

- With what can I help you?

- I want you to pick my clothes for the day. 

- You know that I don't understand fashion. 

- Me either. C'mon, it will be fun. - she said and made her well-known puppy eyes

- Fine, I will do it. 

I walked to her wardrobe and looked at her clothes. I picked some black ripped jeans, with a short shirt and letter jacked on top. For shoes, I chose black sneakers. I don't know will she like it, but she asked for help and that's what I can offer her. 

Without complaining, Elle took the clothes and went into the bathroom. After like fifteen minutes she came out and woah. I need to stop checking her out because we are only friends, but damn. She is very pretty. Elle looked at me with a smile, which I returned. 

- What do you think? Do I look good?

- No. 

- Why? You picked the clothes. 

- Because you look amazing. - I said, which made her laugh

- Thank you. Let's go now. I need some food. 

Both of us walked downstairs and Martha looked at Elle. 

- That's an interesting look. I have never imagined that you will go to school like that. You only pay attention to your clothes when you are in good mood. 

- This time Alex picked them. 

- I didn't know that he understands fashion. 

- Me either. - I said and Martha laughed

We ate our breakfast and walked to school. When we walked in together all the looks were on us. I mean look at the way she is dressed, then at me. I think that someone got jealous of everyone. For once I am proud of myself. Both of us ignored the looks and went to our lockers. Then she came to me and kissed my cheek right in front of everyone. 

- Thank you for the clothes. I like how everyone is jealous. 

- No problem. Moreover, you look good in them. 

- I thought that I am amazing. 

- Yes, you are. Let's go to class now. 

I won't lie that I like it. The cheek kiss and the sleepover. I told her to not do it because I was feeling nervous, but I shouldn't. Mom has given me cheek kisses as well, but it doesn't feel the same. Well, she is my mom and Elle my friend. If I have to be honest, I like when we spend some time together, which is almost every day. Maybe I am starting to like Elle in more than a friend way. I hope that it's not true because I want to keep our friendship. Moreover, I don't know how she will feel about that. I will think about it when the time comes. Now I will enjoy the company of my friend and the jealous students.