Episode 2

...— Maya —...

I look in the mirror adjusting my hair until it falls right. I step out of my room and into the evening air. I close the door, walking down the street, the distant hum of music getting louder every step I take. The city lights blur into streaks of colour as I walk, the evening's cool air brushing against my skin. The music grows clearer and i turn to the corner, and the venue comes into view alive with energy and the buzz of the crowd.

I spot Kaiden at the entrance. "Kaiden!" I call out running towards him. He looks up from his phone and spots me. A smile forms on his lips. He leans up forward as I approach him. He slides his phone in his pocket. He suddenly grabs my wrist and pulls me with him inside the crowded area. "Let's go, the concerts about to start!" He said excitedly tugging me along. A soft chuckle escapes my lips as he pulls me deeper into the crowd till we're infront of the stage.

The stage erupts with a blaze of light as the lead singer emerges from the dark commanding the audience with a powerful voice drawing everyone's attention.

The concert starts as music fills the air. Kaiden's hand wraps around my wrist. I smile softly before looking back at the stage again.

I sit down on my seat, my eyes fixated on the stage. Everyone starts singing along, and I eventually start singing too. Suddenly a vibration hums through the fabric of my bag, alerting me to a new notification. I sift through my belongings until my fingers touch the cold, smooth surface of my phone. With a quick swipe I unlock the screen revealing a text from Samantha.

"Havin fun?" She inquires.

A smile spreads across my face as I type back. "Yes!"

"Yeah, cause Kaiden's with you, huh?" She replies back teasingly. I can't help but laugh at her text. My cheeks flush but i decide to play along. "Maybe." I reply with an playful winking emoji. Before suddenly I hear someone calling my name. "Maya?" Kaiden calls. I look at him locking my phone. I nod softly. "I'll go get something to eat. You're probably hungry." I smile as he gets up. My eyes fixate on the stage again. The lead singer suddenly launches into an unexpected rendition of my favorite song. A smile appears on my face. Everyones cheers turn into an blur in the background.

I feel a gentle tap on my shoulder. Startled, I turn to see Kaiden with snacks grinning playfully. He hands me a snack. "Thanks, Kade!" He smiles nodding. A warmth spreads through me as I realise how thoughtful Kaiden can be. We both settle back in, exchanging glances every now and then and sharing moments of laughter. The music fills the air around us.

Whenever I see Kaiden, my emotions become a tangled mess. There's this excitement that bubbles up inside me, like butterflies in my stomach whenever he smiles at me. His laughter is infectious, and I find myself hanging on to every word he says, wondering if there's something more behind his jokes and teasing.

But then there are moments of doubt. I catch myself overthinking every interaction, trying to decipher if he sees me the same way I see him. Sometimes he's so attentive, making me feel like I'm the only person in the room, and other times he's distant, lost in his own world. It leaves me questioning where we stand, whether we're just friends or if there's potential for something deeper.

Despite the that, I can't deny how much I enjoy his company. When he's around, everything feels lighter, more vibrant. But I also fear pushing too hard and risking our friendship.

As I watch him now, weaving through the crowd, a mix of longing and caution fills me. I want to know if there's a chance for us beyond friendship, but I'm afraid to ask and shatter the delicate balance between us.

But I guess it will be too risky. For now...

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