Jaeden's POV
I've been sitting through this opera show my mom dragged me to for the past 2 hours. Between the uncomfortable seats, lack of snacks, and the fact that I had to wear a suit to this thing; let's just say i'm not a very happy camper.
"Mom, is this almost done? I'm hungry."
She shot me a glare, before giving one of her 'you have to broaden your horizons' kind of talk.
"Jaeden, I've told you countless times, it will be over shortly. And being in the acting scene you have to appreciate all of the arts."
I slumped back down into my seat, and waited.
The last intermission was over, and the final performer was about to take the stage. As the crimson red curtains were pulled to the sides, I saw that the act was a girl around my age. The announcer's voice boomed over the speakers.
"And now to end off the night, we have our very own Claire Troup!"
While the audience roared with applause, I admired the pretty girl.
The orchestration of music started playing, and soon enough i saw why everyone was cheering so loud. The unique song that i'd never heard, tied together with her voice so well. I don't know what it was, but i could tell there was something about her.
The show had just ended, and I was currently waiting in the lobby while my mom gave kudos to the performers.
"Hey, you look lost."
I turned around, being met with the girl I know as Claire.
"Oh, hey. I'm just waiting for my mom. You were great tonight."
She smiled at me, God; it was gorgeous.
"Thanks! I was heading out to pick up a bite to eat, and my friends bailed. Did you want to join me?"
I stood there for a solid ten seconds like an idiot, just looking at her.
Finally, her question registered in my head.
"Oh, uh, yeah! Sure! Let me just text my mom."
She nodded as I pulled my phone out.
Jaeden: I'm just going to get some food with a friend, so don't wait up around here for me.
Mom: okay, love you <3
"Alright, ready to go,"
"Jaeden."
"Well let's go eat, Jaeden."
We sat in the far corner of the dimly lit Italian restaurant, talking about everything. Her burgundy dress was reflected off of the candles located around the room. I couldn't help but admire her.
"So, tell me about yourself Mr. Jaeden."
I lifted an eyebrow.
"Well, Miss. Claire, what do you want to know?"
"I've always wondered what it was like to make it big, so start with that."
A chuckle could be heard from me, while Claire sat waiting for my answer.
"Well, i don't like to see myself as someone famous. It can get to your head,"
She nodded along, keeping strong eye contact.
"I just like to think that I have people around me that keep my head small."
A small grin spread across her face.
"I like that. I like that a lot."
Standing outside of the restaurant waiting for our Ubers, Claire started to shiver.
I shrugged off my jacket hanging it over her shoulders.
"Oh, you don't have to,"
I could feel myself blushing.
"Don't worry, it's alright."
The cars both pulled up, and I opened her door for her.
She was about to get in, but I had to do something first.
"C-Claire."
She turned back, standing up.
I planted a slow & soft kiss on her lips, pulling away to reveal the smiling girl.
"See you later, Jaeden."
I couldn't speak. I smiled at her; and watched as the car drove off into the night.
"See you later, Claire."
a/n I updated someone get me a trophy
