forum Next Steps [Private RP — Closed]

Started January 16, 2019 by @Imperfect_Autumn group

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Yeah
Sorry, that was my bad

(Ok, thx.)

Sterling’s POV:

“I love you, too, sweetheart,” I murmured, tugging her closer to kiss her gently.

Eden's POV:

I kissed him back softly before pulling away, a small smile on my face.

"I suppose we should look for Violeta then," I said softly, although I really didn't want to pull away. Kissing Sterling was addicting. I could never admit it out loud to Sterling, but I was addicted to him. His quirky smile, his eyes, his mouth, his face-I was addicted to everything. I slowly traced his cheek, biting my lower lip as I waited for his response.

Sterling’s POV:

Okay, so maybe kissing her in the middle of the hall wasn’t the greatest idea… Now I didn’t want to stop. But, I guess we’ll be able to make out later, at home.

I smiled at her softly and took her hand from my cheek. Flipping it so that it was palm up, I pressed a soft kiss to her palm.

“Definitely. I saw her slip out, but I think she went this way,” I said, nodding my head to my right.

I tapped my pen against my lower lip, staring down at the paper on the desk before me. My notes, all meticulously handwritten while the teacher talked away. Theory, technique, various methods, all there in front of me. Something to study from. College wasn’t going to be easy— I had to be prepared. Sighing, I continued to listen, marking down whatever I was told to.

Eden’s POV:

These little affectionate gestures made my heart flip. And squeeze and feel like it’s going to burst. I loved how Sterling wasn’t afraid to show his love to me by doing little things like kissing my cheek, or my hand, or my forehead, or even admit in front of people that he loved me. It made me happy that I’d fallen for such an amazing man.

“All right,” I smiled widely. “Let’s go find her before lunch starts.”

Sterling's POV:

Eden and I had looked for Violeta the best we could before our next classes started. We didn't find her, but I was sure one of us would run into her eventually. I walked Eden to her class, giving her another quick kiss before I started toward my own.

The class was fairly uneventful. It was an Algebra course, so it was a bit more difficult than high school but mostly review, otherwise. When it was over, I walked out of the room and glanced around. My next class wasn't until about one o'clock, so I had lunch now. I still wanted to find Violeta and invite her, though, but that involved finding her…

”And you know, you know, know, life could be beautiful~”

I hummed along to the song, leaving my Studio Art class with an extra bounce in my step. My favourite class had admittedly helped to clear my head, improve my mood, clear the still-tired fog from my head. Walking outside, I inhaled the fresh air, headed towards my dorm— and that’s when I saw them. Sterling and Eden, from the morning.

Eden’s POV:

“I think I might not go through college as easily as I did high school,” I said to Sterling, walking big steps. It sucked having a boyfriend who was tall, because then it required a lot of effort to walk alongside him. Although the hugs were awesome, I find it annoying having Sterling slow down so I could walk easily. “I think. The extra subject I took, Environmental Science… the teacher assigned us a project on the first day. It sounds extremely tiring.”

I looked ahead, my eyes catching Violeta’s, the very girl we were searching for. I nudged Sterling.

“There,” I said to him, looking directly at Violeta.

Eden met my eyes from across the quad, but I couldn't tell whether she was being friendly or not. She nudged Sterling– that was his name, right?– to get his attention, had they been looking for me? You're being stupid, why would they be looking for you? An instinctive smile appearing on my lips, I tugged one earbud out from my ear and crossed the quad to meet them.

"Hey, there," I greeted casually, coming to a stop. "Sterling and Eden, right?"

Eden’s POV:

I nodded slowly, wondering whether I should leave the talking to Sterling, or speak myself. I decided to give it a try, make Sterling happy for at least trying.

“Violata,” I said, testing her name on my tongue before continuing in an even tone. “Join us. For lunch.”

I could easily tell that Eden would rather not be talking to me– so why was she inviting me to lunch? I bit the inside of my cheek, removing the second earbud and wrapping the cord around my hand. "Sure, if that's what you want. Thanks," I said happily, but not too brightly in case I weirded either one of them out.

Grayson’s POV:

I was casually walking when I noticed Eden and Sterling in the distance. If I have to be honest, I think I like those people. Or starting to, anyway. I gained new respect for Eden (mostly because I liked my face the way it is), but I gained higher respect for Sterling. Out of all the guys I’d met, that one was one of a kind.

I reached them just as I heard Eden invite Violeta out for lunch. It surprised me that she took the initiative, considering she really didn’t like interacting with other people. I knew that because I’ve shared classes with her before, like Environmental Science for one, and she ignored everyone who tried talking to her.

I didn’t know what Violeta had against me, though. I didn’t remember doing anything to her, other than flirt. Did we by any chance make out? Did I have a one night stand with her sister? Did I break her best friend’s heart? I didn’t know. I mean, I’ve known her since high school. I’ve never even met her sister, or her best friend, and I would sure as hell remember kissing someone like Violeta. So what did I even do wrong that she hates me?

“Oh, lunch?” I pulled on my Cheshire grin as I reached them, stuffing my hands in my pockets. “With the Queen? Sounds fun! I’m in~“

(lmao her sister's in a wheelchair I don't think she could have a one night stand
that came out really cruel that's not how I meant it)

I stiffened immediately, the laid-back demeanour dropping off me like a heavy cloak. "Right. I'm sorry, Eden and Sterling, but I'm not sure if I can join you for lunch after all." My tone was sincere, apologetic when directed towards them, but it hardened the moment my eyes shifted towards Gray. "Another time?"

(To be honest, that was funny. XD but Gray doesn’t know that. XD)

Gray’s POV:

I stiffened. Did she seriously hate me that much? I guess it hurt a little. She probably hated me for what I’m known for. She probably thought I was trash. I mean, it’s not like I don’t get told these kinds of things. I know what I’m like, and I don’t plan on changing my ways. But if you hate me, say it outright.

I forced a laugh to break through my lips. It came out easily, naturally, from all I times I practiced it.

“Sorry, my bad,” I smirked, raising my hands in mock surrender. “It wasn’t my intention to intrude. I was merely trying to bother you guys. It’s no fun tagging along with people who aren’t your friends. So cya, I’ve got some business to attend to.”

I winked, stuffing my hands back in my pockets and prepared to leave, making sure the confident look didn’t leave my features.

(XD)
(should I wait for Autumn before replying?)

(I guess. XD)

(Hi, sorry, family night. I was watching a movie.)

Sterling’s POV:

If I was being honest, I hadn’t wanted Gray to join us, anyway. I know he apologized, but he still tried to hit on my girlfriend. That was not something I took lightly.

Still, I have him a mostly friendly smile and nodded my head. “Sure, Gray. I’m sure we’ll see you later.”

Grayson’s POV:

I bowed dramatically, giving another one of my smiles before turning around and walking away.

I hadn’t been lying when I said I had business to attend to. I always had a business to attend to. After all, I was a busy man. And no, sweethearts, not the one you’re thinking of. I don’t do that twenty four seven.

I took out my phone and earphones from my pockets, plugging them in my ears and played In My Blood by Shawn Mendes. I wasn’t a big fan of the guy (not that he was a terrible person. He was quite nice), but I liked his music. Then again, I wasn’t a big fan of any music artist. Never have been, probably never will be. Linkin Park and Breaking Benjamin were cool bands, though.

So, how should I spend my one-twenty minutes?

("Not the one you're thinking of.." Lol. Gosh, Gray.)

Sterling's POV:

I nodded at Grayson before he walked away, then turned back to the girls in front of me. Stepping behind Eden, I wrapped my arms around her waist, my hands clasped together over her stomach.

"So, where would you ladies like to eat?" I asked, flashing my signature grin as I rested my chin on my girlfriend's head.

(Lol)

I couldn't help a tiny smile, nor could I help being the teensiest bit wishful as I watched them, so easily affectionate with each other. A relationship; something I hadn't had in years, not to mention something I'd missed. "I'm sorry about my.. hostility towards him," I apologized to them both, wringing my hands, "We– It's a long story. And I don't mind where we eat, it's up to you two."

(I feel a little bad for Gray. 🤣)

Eden’s POV:

I felt myself growing warmer as Sterling wrapped his arms around my waist and rested his chin on my head. Even though we’d been dating for a long time, I still wasn’t used to these things. I get flustered a lot.

I shrugged in reply, resting my hands on his clasped ones, leaning back against him a little, listening to Violeta as she apologized. I wasn’t very… interested in knowing why she and Grayson acted like that. I wasn’t a very curious person, so naturally it simply slipped by me.
I did, however, have a slight feeling as to why they had a strained relationship.

“I’m fine with whatever,” I answered quietly. I wasn’t particularly very hungry, but it wouldn’t hurt to eat a little. “As long as it’s something light.”