Chapter 6 -Double Date

Kyle was smiling at me when he saw me walking towards them.

The girl next to her is prettier than I imagined. She's wearing a simple pink top and jeans. Her shoulder length curly brown hair tied in half added to her mature aura. You can still appreciate her beauty because of her simplicity.

I felt a sudden pain in my heart again. It wasn't supposed to be like this. I shouldn't be feeling this way. I should be happy for him.

I tried my best to smile and tease him. "Is this Lily? Nice to meet you! I'm Emily."

I kissed her on the cheek as a greeting. She gave me a sweet smile as a response.

"Lily, this is my friend Emily Blair of the Nitori Clan." Kyle formally introduced me to her.

"My name is Liliana Garcia. You can call me Lily." She smiled at me again.

"So shall we go girls?" Kyle asked.

I walked directly to the passenger seat in front when I bumped into Lily. I was surprised. Our hands were both holding the car's door handle.

"Sorry. Old habit." I said laughing to hide my embarrassment.

Kyle chuckled and started the engine. I sat quietly at the back while Lily was chatting with Kyle. I didn't understand anything she said. Sometimes, I can see Kyle glancing at the rear view mirror but I can't look directly into his eyes.

When we arrived at Northbay City Mall, Xander was already waiting for us at the cinema lounge.

He walked towards me and kissed me on the cheek. Kyle introduced Lily to Xander.

"You're somehow different from the other day. You look great man!" Xander complimented Kyle.

"Thanks. It's because of Emily. She helped me to dress up today." He said.

"You really want to impress Lily that much?" Xander teased.

Kyle scratched his head while Lily blushed. I was just observing them and was quiet the whole time.

We watched a love story about two best friends who fell in love. They didn't end up together because the girl was married off to someone else by her family. It was a tragic love story and I was crying the whole time.

Xander was being a gentleman and gave me his handkerchief. He even gave me his jacket because I was cold. I didn't bother to look at Kyle and Lily, it'll only make my heart ache more.

After the movie, we decided to eat at a Japanese Restaurant. The food there is expensive and I sensed Kyle was restless. I secretly handed him the black card Luke gave me.

"So are you a couple?" Lily suddenly asked.

"Oh he's -"

"Soon to be." Xander cut me off and held my hand. I was surprised and looked at him. I didn't understand what he meant.

I looked at the people in front of us. Lily was smiling but I couldn't figure out Kyle's expression. Is he mad?

Our date went smoothly but I didn't talk much. I don't know why but I feel awkward.

At last, the day ended. We went to the parking lot so we could rest for the night.

"I'll take you home." Xander said. I was about to say that I'll go with Kyle since we lived at the same house when I saw Lily kiss him on the lips.

I felt like I was stabbed a hundred times. I wanted to cry. Why am I feeling like this? This is already what I expected. I know he might end up with Lily. Kyle was just a friend. I can't imagine our relationship beyond that.

Without a word, I went inside Xander's car.

"Are you okay? You've been quiet for a while." Xander asked.

"I'm fine. I'm just tired. Can you take me home?" I said.

He nodded and started the car.

All the way to Queen's, I rested my head and closed my eyes. My heart was broken, I wouldn't deny it anymore. For a short time, I fell in love with him. This wasn't my plan. All my life, I've set a specific standard for the man I will fall in love with. Kyle was the exact opposite. If we didn't help him to dress up, he's still the nerd old fashioned Kyle. He's poor and way out of our league. But I fell for him despite that.

I felt Xander's hand in mine. I was startled. I opened my eyes and realized Xander stopped on the side of the road.

I looked at him confused.

"You're in love with him right?" He asked.

I was surprised and for a moment, I was just looking at him. Then tears flowed from my eyes.

Xander let me cry and didn't say a word. I don't know how long I cried. He was my first love. And it turned out to be one-sided.

Fate was really cruel. Even if he was in love with me, my family wouldn't allow it.

The Nitori Clan follows traditions for generations. One of those is arranged marriage. They wouldn't allow the first born of the current generation to be  married to a low class family. No one has ever broken the rules.

"Emily?" It was Xander's voice. He's worried, I know.

"I won't ask you if you don't want to talk about it. But if you want to cry, I'm here. You can call me anytime. I can help you forget." He said.

"I'm sorry Xander. It wasn't supposed to be like this. I didn't expect it either. It just happened. I'm sorry." I said in between sobs.

"Don't apologize. I understand. How about we go out again tomorrow? Just the two of us." He said, smiling at me.

"Wouldn't it look like I'm using you?" I asked.

He chuckled and pat my head. Somehow I felt at ease from his gesture. He's really a gentleman.

"Honestly, I like you. I want to know more about you, that's why I was planning to ask you out again. It's just that I didn't expect this to happen. But at least I know who I'm up against." He said.

I felt guilty but I needed a distraction. Xander offered to be one, so I agreed.