Perfect girlfriend

Chapter seventeen - No more hiding

Layla's POV:

Things between Jayden and me are excellent. He has told me a couple of times a day that I was perfect. I thought that it might be annoying, but no. Honestly, I find this very sweet. For the first time, someone different than my parents takes so much care of me. I appreciate this. I don't know if I will be able to find someone else like my boyfriend. That is why I have to keep him close. He treats me well and has no problem with my weight. I was scared that he would break up with me, but luckily, he didn't. Otherwise, I don't know what I will do. Every day we are getting closer, which is something that I like. Let's hope that when we graduate, things won't change. I have read and heard many stories about that. Some couples split others, go to the same university, and later get married. I don't want to get married soon, but I would love it if we could be together after graduation. The thing is that I will need some support when I go to a new place. I still don't know why Jayden likes me, but I'm glad I have someone on my side. Unlike the people who make fun of me, my boyfriend appreciates me the way I am. I had luck with him. I want Evan to find a girlfriend as well. That way, all of us can go out together. I don't want him to feel isolated. Well, that is something he has to decide. I have to say that Jayden leaving the practice wasn't something good. I know he gets irritated by people talking bad things about me, but he has to calm down. I don't know if he is friends with all the boys on the team, but they need him. We'll talk about this. I mean, I like that he wants to spend time with me. The thing is that he has other responsibilities as well. I hope that Jayden knows what he is doing.

I woke up and went to get ready. For the last couple of days, I have been thinking about something. Maybe it's time for me to stop hiding. I always cover myself with clothes. Jayden never says anything, but I know he doesn't like it. Also, maybe I need to stop hiding my relationship. I'm sure I'll receive looks and comments for that, but I don't care. Somehow, I need to move on. I can't change people, so they shouldn't affect me.

I walked downstairs for breakfast. I got dressed in a tight shirt and skinny jeans. No more hiding. Since it's still early, I can go to take Jayden from home. Well, first I will eat. I opened the fridge and took everything that I needed. Today I will eat a sandwich. I was about to make one for lunch when I changed my mind. I will eat with everyone else.

- Is this how you will go to school?

- Oh, hi, mom. Yes, I will go like that. Why?

- Finally, you decided to listen to me. - she said and kissed the top of my head

- It's not doing it only because of you, but ok.

- Should I thank Jayden for that?

- Maybe. Also, can I go and see him?

- Now? Isn't it early?

- Well, I will eat first.

- Ok, then. No problem. I think that he will be happy to see you.

- I hope so.

- I don't know what he did to you, but I am happy.

- Me too. I'm glad that he likes me the way I am.

After my breakfast, I walked to Jayden's house. I knocked on the door, and his mom opened it. She smiled and let me in. I smell something delicious.

- Will you eat with us?

- Thanks, but I finished my breakfast.

- You can't say no to my pancakes.

- Honestly, they smell so good. It's better if I don't eat much. I'm trying to keep some food in my stomach.

- It's ok. The next time I will make some only for you.

- Thanks.

Both with miss Harris walked into the kitchen. I saw Jayden and his dad eating. I made mister Harris a sign to don't say anything. I carefully walked behind Jayden and kissed his cheek. He looked up and smiled.

- Good morning. - I said

- To you too. Will you eat with me?

- Not today. I already had breakfast.

- I see some changes in your style.

- Well, I decided to stop hiding. That includes you.

- Are you sure?

- People already know the way I look. Hiding won't make them forget it.

- I'm glad that you changed your mind. - he said and kissed me

- I only hope that people won't come at you.

- Don't worry about that. I don't care what people think about me.

- Good for you.

When Jayden finished his breakfast, we walked to school together. The whole time he was holding my hand. I saw a smile on his face. I think I did the right thing. Both with my boyfriend walked into school, and I noticed some looks on me. Here we go. I shouldn't have done it. Maybe it was a bad idea. Now I feel horrible. I let go of Jayden's hand and walked to my locker. I can't do this. Soon he came and lifted my chin.

- Layla, what happened?

- I can't do this. - I said with tears in my eyes

- Yes, you can. Don't let people's comments get you. Hey, you are perfect the way you are. I love you because of your personality, not the way you look. Stop thinking so low of yourself.

- I can't. I will always think about people's opinions.

- That is your mistake. Listen to me. There is nothing wrong with you.

- If there isn't anything wrong with me, no one will make fun of me.

- Please, stop thinking about this.

- I am like that. The only thing that I'm sorry for is that I ruined your life.

Jayden didn't say anything, stepped closer, and kissed me. Right in front of everyone. I don't know if I should kill or thank him. After all, I decided to kiss him back. I'm not ashamed of my relationship. Honestly, it couldn't be more perfect. I have the best boyfriend ever. He is taking care of me, loves me, and won't let anyone talk badly about me.

- Do you feel better now?

- Yes, thank you.

- You're welcome. Let's go now. I don't want us to get late.

I looked up and saw the whole football team. Let's hope that Jayden won't be in trouble for that. I know that the boys don't like me. He walked me to class and later went to his. Luckily, I didn't receive any looks or comments. That is the last thing I want.

On the lunch break, I was in the hall. I planned to eat with everyone, but I won't do it. The problem is that I didn't make lunch. Now I have nothing to eat. It's not like I am starving. I can eat when I go home. I had pulled out a book from my locker when someone grabbed my hand. It was Jayden. He smiled, and I returned it. I thought that he would say something, but no. Instead, he took my book, put it back in my locker, and closed it. Then we started walking. I saw Evan sitting at a table with a girl. He told me to sit there until he came back. Soon, I received a tray with food. He knows exactly how much food I need. I have said it, and I will say it once again. Jayden is the best boyfriend ever.

- Thank you.

- I want you to eat it all. I hope that it's not too much.

- Don't worry. It's fine.

- So, no more hiding? - Evan asked

- Yes. I decided to stop doing it. People already hate me, so I can't do anything to change their minds.

- They don't hate you. - Jayden said

- He is right. I like you. - Maddie said

- Thanks. I thought that you would be with the team. - I said, looking at Evan

- All they do is joke around. I'm not in the mood for that.

- Are you ok? You look upset.

- No, I'm tired. I didn't sleep well last night.

- Why?

- I don't know. I explored my whole bed and didn't find a comfortable position for me to sleep. - he said, chuckling

- Aw, I'm sorry. - Maddie said

- It's ok. Maybe you can keep me company for the night.

- This game is for two, my boy.

- Shall we play it?

- Only if you know how to lose.

- Deal.

I looked at Jayden, and he understood what I wanted to say. Honestly, Evan and Maddie will look cute together. I don't know if they will date, but I think they should try. We talked until the end of the lunch break. Later, all of us walked back to class.

After my last class, I walked to my locker. Jayden texted me to wait for him. He wants us to go home together. I won't deny spending some time with him. It's not like we are not together every single day. I was exchanging my books when I saw a shadow. I looked up and saw Nate with one of the cheerleaders. Why do I have the feeling that I will be in trouble?

- Can I help you?

- Yes, you can. - Megan said

- How?

- I want you to stay away from Jayden. He is part of the team and doesn't have time for skinny losers like you. - Nate said

- Isn't this something that he has to decide?

- Do as I say, or you will regret your existence.

- I can't do that.

- Why? He doesn't love you anyway.

- That's not true. Unlike you, Jayden likes me the way I am.

- I don't know what he told you, but Jayden is a user. When he gets what he wants, he will dump you.

- The only one who will get dumped is you. Soon, Megan will find someone who looks better.

- Watch your mouth.

- Or what? You can't do anything to me. I'm not scared of you.

- Don't make do something that you will regret later.

- Do whatever you want. I won't break up with Jayden. Neither will stay away from him. He is my boyfriend, and I can do whatever I want with him. Understood?

- Paying hard, huh? Ok, then. Please don't say that I didn't warn you.

- If you don't leave her alone right now, you have to deal with me.

- Look who is here, the boy in love with a skinny loser.

- The only loser here is you. Keep talking sh*t about Layla, and the team will be with one member less.

- You can't do that.

- Yes, I can. It's my decision.

- Watch out, Harris. That is not the end.

- It better be. I don't want to deal with you.

- You will see. - Nate said and left with Megan

- Are you ok? - Jayden asked

- Yes, I'm fine. Can we go home now?

- Sure. Let's go.

Both of us walked to his house. Jayden said we spent too much time at my house, so now we'll go to his. I have no problem with that. The whole time he was holding my hand. I know that he is upset, but everything is fine. Words hurt, but I can defend myself. We walked to his house, and he went into his room. The fault is not mine, but I feel guilty. I knocked on his door and walked in. Jayden was on the bed. I sat next to him. Honestly, I don't know what to do. I pulled him close for a hug, and he snuggled. Maybe I have to give him some time. Meanwhile, I started playing with his hair.

- Hey, are you ok?

- I have been worse.

- Please, don't be sad. It's not something I like.

- Nate will pay me for this.

- Ignore that. Please, talk to me.

- I'm not doing a great job as your boyfriend.

- You are doing it perfectly.

- I'm sorry that I ruined your mood.

- You didn't ruin it. All I want is for you to be happy.

- I'm trying my best.

- Everything will be fine. I promise you. All you have to do is trust me.

- I do trust you. More than anyone else.

- Then do it once again. I won't disappoint you. Well, I will try not to do it.

- You are the best girlfriend in the world.

- I won't be so sure, but ok.

- I don't know what I did to deserve you.

- You or me? - I asked, chuckling

- Layla?

- Yes.

- I love you. - he said and kissed me

- I love you too, Jayden.

We stayed in his room for a while. Later we went for a walk. I want him to stop caring what people say about me. That is my job. I know that Jayden wants me to be happy, but I am. Since he is with me, I don't need anyone else. Maybe I have to show it. To show him how much he means to me. I have no idea how to do it. Well, I can ask Evan for help. They know each other well. He can give me an idea. If this doesn't work, I don't know what else will. I love my boyfriend. I hope that we can be together for a long time. People like him are hard to find.