Perfect girlfriend

Chapter eleven - My first date

Layla's POV:

I am freaking out. Soon I have a date, and I don't know what to do. If it were with someone else, I would be less nervous. Now we are talking about Jayden. One of the most popular boys in school. When people see us together, they will start making fun of me. Maybe they will laugh at him. I didn't make him take me on a date. He did it by himself. The other problem is what to wear. I have clothes, but he sees me in them every single day. I won't tell him the truth. Otherwise, I risk ruining the date. That is the last thing that I would want. I should be honest with him. Now is not the time. Well, the right time will never come. If Jayden likes me, he shouldn't care about how I look. Also, he told me that he cares about what's inside. That won't make me feel less nervous. The problem is that the feelings are mutual. I have the feeling that this date won't end well. Let's hope that I'm not right. I want to make a good impression. After all, I have never received so much attention from a boy. That is my first date. Honestly, I thought since I had been so skinny, no one would want to go out with me. I'm glad that at least one boy likes me the way I am. Well, not exactly. When I feel ready, I will tell him everything. Jayden might be disappointed, but I can't fix anything. Now without treatment. Mom will never agree to do it. I wish that there was a way how I could convince her. Maybe there is, but I haven't found it yet. I have to show her that this treatment will make me feel better. The problem is that I can't be sure. Too many things are in my head. I hope that everything will end well.

I woke up and went to get ready. I have to go to school. Also, I have a date tonight, my worst nightmare. Apart from the joke, I mean that I am nervous. Honestly, I am freaking out. The thing is that I want Jayden to like me. Then I remember that he doesn't know anything. That ruins my mood. I have to say that our friendship was short. Things quickly turned into something more serious. It's not like I mind. After all, he is a nice guy. I like him.

When I was ready, I went for breakfast. Only mom was at the table. I looked up and saw dad coming. For a second, I thought that he was already out. Usually, my parents go to work together. No matter that they work in different places. He sat at the table and started eating. I did the same. I'm not in the mood for that, but I can't help it. Let's hope that I won't make a full of myself. That is the last thing that I want.

- Honey, are you ok?

- Not really.

- Why? Did something happen?

- I have a date tonight.

- That's great.

- I don't think so.

- Why? You are old enough to go on dates.

- Yes, but the boy doesn't know anything.

- What do you mean? - dad asked

- He doesn't know how I look.

- You didn't tell him? - mom asked, surprised

- I couldn't. Otherwise, he would never ask me out. Also, I like him. I don't want to ruin everything.

- Honey, honesty is one of the most valuable things in one relationship.

- What if he doesn't like me?

- Stop worrying about that. I have told you million times that you look great.

- But I don't believe it.

- Why? Your dad and I have told you this many times.

- Exactly. Only you say it. Someone said I was still ugly when I dressed up for the dances.

- You shouldn't care what people say about you.

- It's easy to say it. You don't have to deal with that every single day.

- You are worrying too much.

- I agree with your mom. Everything will be fine. I promise you.

- Let's say that I believe you.

After breakfast, I walked to school. I was nervous to see Jayden. Honestly, I don't know how he didn't understand the truth. Everyone is talking about it. The whole school knows it. Maybe he refused to believe it. I don't want to think about this now. When I walked in, I went to my locker. I opened it and saw a note inside.

I can't wait to take you out tonight :) J

I looked up and saw him looking at me. I managed to smile. Is it too late to cancel the date? Sadly, it is. I can't change my mind. Also, he probably put so much effort into it. I can't ruin it. I was about to go to my class when someone grabbed my hand.

- Is everything ok? You look worried.

- I'm fine.

- Are you sure?

- Yes. I have to go now. - I said and left

For the rest of the school day, I avoided people. I mean, I didn't talk with anyone. It's not like I didn't receive looks. That's why I don't eat my lunch with everyone. First, I can't eat much. Second, people will laugh at me. I walked home and started with my homework. That way, I will distract myself. I had a problem with concentration. I couldn't stop thinking about this date. I want it to be successful, but something tells me I will mess up. When I finished my work, I took a nap. Sleeping won't help me resolve my problems, but at least I will forget about them for a while. It's better than nothing.

After two hours, I woke up. I have to get ready for the date. Now comes the hard part. I don't know what to wear. I want it to be simple but to make me look good. Soon there was a knock on the door. It was my mom.

- Hey, how are you?

- Nervous.

- I'm sure that Jayden will like you.

- I don't know.

- Do you need help?

- Yes. I don't know what to wear.

- I have something in mind.

Mom went to my wardrobe and pulled out one crop top and tight jeans. There is no way that I will wear that. What from I won't tell him anything part she didn't understand? Now it's not the time to reveal my secret.

- Mom, I won't wear that. Forget it. I'll pick something by myself.

- He needs to know the truth.

- Not now. I won't ruin my date.

- You won't ruin it.

- Forget it! I'll get dressed.

- Fine, but hiding won't help you.

Finally, I decided to be myself. I put on a hoodie with jeans. I brushed my hair and let it down. If he doesn't like me this way, he is not the one. When I was ready, I walked downstairs. Mom wasn't glad when she saw me. I know I have to dress in clothes that fit me, but I don't feel ready for this. After half an hour, there was a knock on the front door. My date was here. I went to open it.

- Hey, come in.

- Hi. Um, this is for you. - Jayden said and gave me a bouquet

- Thanks, it's pretty.

- I didn't know what your favorite flower was. That's why I asked the woman to put one of each flower she had.

- I have to say that it's creative.

- Are you ready to go?

- Yes, I am. Let's go.

Both with Jayden walked out. I don't know where we are going, but I am nervous. Soon we arrived at our restaurant. I love this place. We sat at the table, and the waiter came with the menu. I don't know what I will eat. I want to look normal, but with my eating, this is impossible. I ordered French fries with steak. It's a lot more than I can eat, but I won't complain.

- I chose the place because I know that you like it.

- I do. I think that this will be our place.

- I thought that it already was.

- Maybe. - I said, and Jayden laughed

We ate our dinner peacefully. For the first time in a long time, I feel comfortable. I am trying not to worry about anything and enjoy the night. Later, Jayden ordered us a piece of cake. I want to eat it, but I'm afraid my stomach will react negatively. I didn't want to be rude, so I ate it. Ten minutes were enough for my stomach. You have no idea how much hate I have for it. I excused myself and went into the bathroom. All the food came out. Great. Now my stomach is empty again. Let's hope that we won't eat anything else. I stayed there for a while and later came back to the table.

- Is everything ok? You look pale.

- Yes, I'm fine.

- If you are ready, we can go.

- Can I know where we are going?

- It's a surprise.

- Fine. Let's go now.

We went to the same garden as a couple of days ago. I won't lie that during nighttime, everything is prettier. I stopped by a couple of flowers. Jayden was giving me one flower of each type. I feel like I will go home with another bouquet. It's not like I mind. I love flowers. The thing is that I don't have a favorite one. I like all of them. They are pretty. We stayed in the garden for more than an hour. Honestly, I didn't want to go. Well, during the night, it's locked. I mean after midnight. Let's say that someone might come and pick up all the flowers. Then nothing will be here.

- I think that I will have another bouquet.

- Do you mind?

- No, I like it. All the flowers are pretty.

- I'm glad that you like them. By the way, I want to apologize.

- Why?

- The date is simple, but I couldn't think of anything better.

- The date is perfect. Just like you. - I said and kissed his cheek

- Really?

- Yes. Stop worrying. I like simple things.

- Then I did well.

- Yes, you did.

- Since I haven't planned anything else, do you want us to go to another place?

- All I want is a walk before we go home.

- This is something that I can do.

- Can we make it longer?

- Sure, no problem.

- Thank you.

Both of us walked around the town. We walked by a couple of places. Honestly, I can walk with Jayden the whole night. The problem is that tomorrow we have to go to school. During the walk, he was holding my hand. I don't think that he realized it. Well, I won't pull away. I won't lie. That feels good. When he sent me home, it was almost midnight.

- Won't you come inside?

- I will, but when we do the official presentation.

- I'll put the flowers in water and come back. Stay here.

It took me less than two minutes to put the flowers in the water. I had to find another vase. The first one was full. I don't know where Jayden bought the first flowers, but I like them. I quickly walked back outside.

- Everything is done.

- Good to know.

- I wish that I could repeat this night.

- I'm sure that you will. Not today. If you want, we can have another date tomorrow night.

- Thanks, but I need to process this night. - I said, chuckling

- I can help you with that.

- What do you mean?

- It came time for the final question.

- Which is?

- Layla, will you be my girlfriend?

- Are you sure that you want this?

- Yes, I am. Hundred percent.

- Don't say that I didn't warn you.

- Is this a yes?

- It is. I will be your girlfriend.

- Finally, my dream came true. Thank you for that.

- No problem.

- Before I forget, I bought you something, in case you say yes.

- What if I have said no?

- I still was going to give it to you. - he said and pulled a small box

- Is this a keychain?

- Yes. I wanted to be something simple. After all, I don't know many things about you.

- Everything that you did today was great.

- I'm glad that you liked it.

- I did.

- There is one last thing that I want to do.

- What is it?

Jayden didn't say anything and kissed me. I felt a million butterflies in my stomach. No one has treated me so nicely. All the time, I received hate comments. Well, he doesn't know the truth. I will be happy if he doesn't change his opinion about me when I tell him everything. I want to keep him close to me.

- It's better if I leave you alone. Well, it's not a lie that I want to spend the whole night with you. - he said, smiling

- I have no problem with that. After all, we are friends.

- You can forget about that.

- Why?

- You are not my friend anymore. You are my girlfriend.

- Give me some time. I will get used to it.

- You have to do it.

- I have to go to bed. Otherwise, I won't wake up in the morning.

- Ok, then. Goodnight and sweet dreams. I'll see you tomorrow.

- Me too. Can I get a hug?

- Sure. Come here. - Jayden said and hugged me

- Thank you.

- Bye. I'll see you after a couple of hours. - he said and left

That was the best date ever. We didn't do anything special, but I liked it. I prefer simple things. My parents are probably in bed. I'm sure that mom will ask me questions in the morning. As long as they are not much, I will answer them. Jayden is the best boyfriend ever. I can't believe that I have one. It's like a dream. Let's hope that I won't mess up. I want to keep him close to me. Who knows when I will find someone so good? People like him are rare. That's why I wonder if I have to tell him the truth. I hope it won't change our relationship when I decide to do that.