It was a Thursday afternoon, and Ray asked me on a date as the school day was closing. I agreed, and he said he'd pick me up at 7 pm. "Just send me your address," he added. I sent it to him, feeling my cheeks flush. Maybe I liked him more than I thought.
I told Olive about the date, and she was thrilled for me. "I can see someone's in love," she teased. When I got home, I informed my mom about the date, and she gave me her permission to go. She even helped me choose a dress – a stunning red one that hugged my curves perfectly.
Raymond arrived at my doorstep in his sleek car, looking dashing in a navy blue tuxedo. "You look beautiful," he said, smiling as I got into the car. I blushed, feeling a warmth spread through my cheeks.
Our date was going great until his ex-girlfriend popped up out of nowhere with her new boyfriend, Austin. She walked to our table, saying hurtful things about Raymond and me. "He's going to break your heart just like he broke mine," she said. Raymond had told me she ended the relationship, but it seemed like she still had feelings for him.
After she left, we continued our date. We enjoyed each other's company, and I felt a strong connection with Raymond. As he dropped me off at my place, we shared a romantic moment, holding hands and staring into each other's eyes. He leaned in to kiss me, but I pulled back. "Not today," I said, smiling. "Goodnight," I whispered as I walked inside.
We dated for weeks, but one day, I caught him cheating on me with my classmate, Jessica. I was devastated. Maybe his ex was right after all. I told my mom everything, and we decided it was best to break up with him and focus on myself.
Despite the distance, Andy and I remained good friends. Raymond and I stopped talking after the breakup. With my final exams approaching, I refocused on my studies and my own well-being.