When U Need A Friend Novels & Stories

Then these clowns showed up and turned my peaceful drink into a comedy night. Don’t get me wrong, though. I love these assholes. In the world I live in, real friends are hard to come by. Actually, that word doesn’t even exist in the business world. Everyone you meet wants something—your money, your power, your connections. But these guys? They’re the real deal. Even if they act like morons sometimes, I’d still choose them over any of the leeches who pretend to be friends just to use you. My phone buzzed in my pocket. I pulled it out and saw Niu’s name flash on the screen.

boys should be flocking to her. Oh boy. "It would be nice to have a guy as a friend," I admit, stressing the word 'friend.'

And for the first time in a long while, I didn’t feel completely alone. I had my friend, the one I desperately needed. Maybe that was enough as long as she stayed a friend.

I am ashamed of having been part of it. "If you need a new friend . . . I . . . uh wish you to know that I would be honoured to be of any kind of help," he offers, now walking by my side. "What makes you think that I need a friend?" I ask. "I would need one if I had gone through what you have been through," he answers. "You have a strong heart, but you need someone to talk to who is not one of your mates. You know, someone who doesn't expect you to be in love with them again by tomorrow," he answers.

I needed support. I quickly shot a message to Cole and Tamara, my boyfriend and best friend. *Hey, can you both meet me at the café? I need to talk to you about something important.* Within minutes, my phone buzzed. *On my way!* replied Tamara, her enthusiasm bubbling through the screen. Cole’s response came soon after: *Gotcha. See you in 10.* I took a deep breath, feeling a mix of relief and anxiety. This wasn’t just about me anymore; I had my support system ready to back me up.

I just occasionally get into third base with my bestfriend slash roommate. We all have needs afterall. That's what best friends are for, right?

I couldn’t imagine the pain she was currently in, the helplessness she was experiencing as she helped her daughter heal. “Real friends don’t need reasons to be friends,” I said as I gently played with her little fingers. She pulled her hand away from me and held it against her chest. “I don’t need real friends. I just need friends so that I won’t feel alone and that Mika and her group will stop bothering me.” Mika, a four-letter name that was enough to rile me up. “You shine, so maybe you have a lot of friends who want you. Who doesn’t tell you how they wish you didn’t exist,” Kendra said angrily, she was so angry that tears started to fall from her eyes.

I said, deciding to let go a little. “I know we must trust no one, but you have to trust someone. That is why we make friends, form alliances, and build relationships so that we can have an outlet. We can have someone to lean on and rant to when we need a shoulder to lean on,” he said. “But I don't have many friends, and the ones I have... I don't know if they could be such comforters in my life,” I countered. “What about me? Can't I be your friend?” He asked, peering at me with raised eyebrows and a slightly discernible smirk on his face.

I rolled my eyes, irritated. "I'm calling because I need a favor from you," I said, my voice quiet. "You can tell me whatever you need," He said enthusiastically. I stayed quiet for some minutes, thinking about how to phrase my words. "Sophia, are you still there?" He asked. "Yes, I'm still here," I replied, taking in a deep breath. "Sophia, I'm here for you, and you can ask me anything. I want to be your friend, and one of the necessities of friendship is being able to help. So, tell me what you want," He pressed.

If it hadn't been for them and having to work, I would have stayed in bed. When I told Tyler all that I was going to share, he said, "See, you definitely need a friend and one who can support you here." "Thanks, Beta Tyler," I responded. "You're right. I do need another friend, especially with Bitchy and Bitchier out there.