This Close!

My heart stops beating for a second. I'm speechless, I mean, I have so many things to say, so many things I want to do. Hold him, kiss him, talk to him.

"Gabe, please say something..." He says nervously. But why? He must know that I like him. How could he not?

"So you were flirting," I, accidentally, say aloud.

"I was trying at least. I don't know, I was just nervous," Austin nervous? That's unheard of! He's one of the most outgoing people in school.

"You know what's funny?"

"What?"

"I like you too," I say bluntly. No more hidden meanings or wondering or guessing. I want everything out in the open. He smiles and his shoulders drop, meaning he's relaxed. He takes a step closer to me and looks into my eyes. His smile is beautiful and I can't stop staring at his amazing lips. Is this what happens when you're about to kiss? If so, it's going to happen...

"_Please_, don't do this! We can work this out!" Someone's voice comes from the direction of the car. Shay must be in trouble. This'll have to wait.