Third Person POV

He pulled into the driveway of his parents house. Luckily, they were out of town for the weekend and wouldn't question him about Ella. He picked Ella up bridal style and she snuggled into him. 

“If only you knew my little El…” He continued into the house and went up the stairs, headed to Mae’s room. As he lay her down she woke up.

”I’m sorry Miki.” Is all she could muster to say. After realizing how bad she’s embarrassed not only herself, but him. How she literally knew that the night would be the buzz of the first few days. And she had to sit there and embarrass everyone.

“Shh.. it's ok. But next time don't assume I like someone. Because you'd be surprised to know who I like.“ Ella looked up at him, just a bit confused. 

Miki never showed interest in any girl. So him saying he liked someone was pretty shocking. But then it made her even more sad. Just to think it could never be her. Who would crush on their best friend's little sister anyway. Was what popped in her head. 

“I don't want to know.“ She said sadly. “She must be one lucky girl. Can you never bring this up again? I'm sorry I embarrassed you. I like you and I know you don't like me but maybe I'll get over that one day.” She attempted to keep rambling but something stopped her. 

Lips! Lips are stopping her mouth from moving! 

Lips? 

Whose lips? 

Mikis Lips! 

She kissed him back. A kiss so tender. He backed up for air.

 “Miki?” She looked at him, his eyes still closed. He leaned in and kissed her one more time. She was ecstatic. She was in a whole new world. She didn’t want to open her eyes this time. She just wanted to stay in that moment. One that felt too good to be true.

“El…” He said, just above a whisper. 

“Who do you like, Miki?” She asked as she opened her eyes to look at him. He looked right at her. 

“You, Ella. It's always been you. Since we were small… But your brother and my sister…” He trailed off into silence and that killed her. It was quiet for a few more seconds and Ella couldn’t let it remain that way. 

“Would they hate us?” She looked down at her fidgeting hands, “Would we ever be anything…?” Before he could answer she said, “You know what don't answer that… I’m just going to sleep…” With a sad smile she tried turning away but she was stopped by his hand on her shoulder.

“El, I really do like you. I have for years now. I’ve noticed everything about you, every little change. But held off on saying anything because of Jay and Mae. I’m not saying I don’t want to be with you, But I do want to wait until you’re of age and no one can stop us.” His eyes met hers and hers were full of unshed tears. 

“I want to go to sleep now…” She whispers. He kissed her one more time, then kissed her head. 

“I do hope you understand El… You looked stunning today… Good night.” Ella cried quietly to herself, hoping he didn’t hear her. 

She replayed the night and everything that just happened. He liked her and she liked him, but in their position others might not approve. He wanted to wait but why can't they speak to everyone now? All the thoughts ran through her mind and all the tears wore her out some more. She fell asleep. 

While Al went to his room in a defeated mood, he texted his sister all the details of the night. Well, only the ones she needed to know. He let her know that Ella is sleeping in her room. He went into his room and sat there deep in thought. How dumb was he to think El would wait for him… Only time will tell what life throws their way.