NICHOLAS
"Hey, Nic are you free today? We are going to the library and will be having a group discussion since there will be a long quiz tomorrow."
"Oh, a group discussion, that's nice."
"We would like to hear your insights too and that will help our other classmates. Feel free to join if you are not busy. So?"
"I have plans today, I'll pass Sorry."
"I understand."
"But I can share my notes with you."
"That would be great. Thank you."
"Yeah no worries, I'll send it to you later."
"Thanks a bunch. Bye!"
"Bye."
"Nicholas you're not joining us?"
Jasper asked and I shake my head. Why is he suddenly acting like this? Is this his new way to flirt with someone?
"I'm busy."
"Busy you say..."
"Hm."
"Are you meeting someone?"
"Yeah, you could say that. I'll go now."
"Okay, take care."
"You too."
I was thinking if I'll head straight to our house or to the Flinton University but after a minute of thinking so deeply about that matter I decided to head straight to our ho-
"Sir, head to Flinton University."
"Okay."
After 30 minutes I already arrive at the FU and before I got outside the cab I saw Allen leaving. When he left I stepped outside and there I saw Rosalyn. Her eyes widened when she saw me, and I frowned.
"What are you doing here?"
She asked and look around.
"I'm making sure you are going to show up, now come on."
"I am going to help you, so I will show up. I'm not going to ditch you."
"Let's go then, I already ready the ingredients there."
"Hmm, by the way, Nicholas when you said by saving your family did that mean Aunt and Uncle had a misunderstanding?"
"I see so sometimes your brain does work."
"Hey, how dare you. Remember that you're asking for my help."
"I'm sorry."
I almost laugh at the look on her face. She was dumbfounded and when she recovered she coughed and avert her eyes.
"Anyways let's head now."
"Okay."
When we arrived at our house we just put away our bags and started to prepare the ingredients. When Rosalyn heard that I want to bake a chocolate cake she laughed.
"Heh, are you sure?"
"Why?"
"I thought you hate chocolate?"
She laughed freely and I just stare at her. So, she can laugh like that in front of me? That's new to me.
"It's not that I hate chocolates."
I just don't like sweets. I just buy it because of you. Tsk.
"Hm, yeah right. I do remember you telling me that you don't like chocolates but you still buy it. You often give them to me, remember?"
I froze for a second and I was glad that she didn't notice it.
"Really? I already forgot it since it's been so long."
She went silent after that. She continue to tell me on what I should do next and when I saw the cake, I asked her.
"Are you sure this is edible?" 
I doubt if this tastes good since this is my first time doing this. I didn't see this coming. Us working together without being hostile to each other. Maybe, it's really my problem why we are like this.
"Of course. Just trust me."
She then smirk and my eyes widened. Why did she look pretty in my eyes a while ago?
Fuck. Do not think of it again. I just focus on the cake and in just a few minutes she started to clean.
"Stop it, Rosalyn. It's not your job to clean."
"It's fine, also I'm not doing anything."
"Still, just leave it. All you have to do is to help me bake, that's all."
"Why don't you just focus on your cake?"
She then rolled her eyes at me and continue wiping off the table.
"Then go and do whatever you want."
"By the way Nico, when will your parents arrive?"
"8? It'll take some time since dad has a meeting."
"I see, let me see your work."
Even though I don't want her to look at what I'm doing I still go and nod at her. I flinched when our elbows touched.
"Wow, you're so good at this! Just do a cake business."
What the hell is that?
"Shut up for a while, I'm trying to concentrate here."
I then move far from her and clear my throat.
"Sorry."
I can't focus clearly on what I'm doing because I can feel her gaze and when I survived. I sighed.
"Looks yummy."
She said after I finished it. I just look at her and nod my head. This looks appetizing hope that it does taste good.
"You're right. Thank you. I hope mom and dad will like this."
I stare at the cake and appreciate it, they'll like this right?
"What are you saying? They will definitely love this, it was done by you, their only son." 
I smile secretly.
"If you say so."
"I would like to taste the cake that we baked but I need to go home right now, your parents will arrive soon."
"Why don't you just eat dinner here? Call your daddy Jeff or your Daddy Alvin."
"No, it's fine."
"Why not? Your daddies were friends with my parents, if you're worried that you'll go home late our driver will drive you safely to your house."
"That's not the case, I-"
"Nicholas, Rosalyn? What are you two doing here?" 
I looked at the entrance of our kitchen and my parents were already here. I thought they would arrive late, why are they early tonight?
"Surprise? Hehe."
I saw Rosalyn freeze and Uncle Jeff then showed up.
"Oh my... Hi, D-daddy."
"I knew it."
"Care to tell us what is happening?"
Mom said and I sighed.
"Did you not tell them that you were coming here?"
I whispered that to Rosalyn and she shake her head.
"That's weird."
"You're right."
"Good evening, Uncle, Auntie. There is something that Nicholas wants to say so we will leave you three here. Come on, Daddy. Let's talk outside."
"Jeff this will not take so long so I'll expect that you're not leaving early."
"Sure."
"But, Daddy... Hngg."
Rosalyn then left together with Uncle Jeff and after that, I both look at my parents.
"So?"
"Well, to make it short I asked Rosalyn if she can help me to bake a cake. Since tomorrow will be your wedding anniversary and I want to surprise both of you. Thinking that you'll resolve the misunderstanding because of a mere cake."
They both look at each other and dad on the other hand clears his throat while mom approaches me.
"I don't know what is it that you were hiding but Mom was being affected by it. It was hard for me to keep silent about this."
"I'm sorry son."
"Sorry that you have to see that side of us."
Mom hugs me and I pat her back.
"Love you, Mom."
"I love you too, Nico. Do not worry about that we already talked about that. I'm sorry, baby."
"Really? You two are okay now?"
"Yes, I already explain to your Mom everything. I was focused on surprising your mom that I am not being aware of what is happening to both of you. I won't do that same mistake. I'm sorry for the way I acted."
"I see. Haa, I'm thankful that everything was already fine."
"It was thanks to Jeff, I'm so glad that we have their guidance."
"Let me see the cake you bake, Nico."
"Advance happy anniversary Mom, Dad."
That night everything ended well, though Mom cried as she eat the cake. She was so emotional that time and the next day they went on a trip while I will stay at Aunt Catherine's house until they come back.
"So, you're already in good terms with Rosalyn?"
"I don't know."
"I didn't really expect that you'll ask for Rosalyn's help."
"Me too."
Jasmin laugh at what I said and we stopped in the middle of the hallway when there is a man who was giving roses and a letter to Jasmin.
"Please accept this!"
"Thank you."
"Right, then have a good day. Happy Hearts day, Jasmin!"
He then he runs away covering his face.
"Take care, don't trip. Thanks for the flowers!"
"Gosh, I'm surprised that there are still boys here that like my sister when- ouch!"
Jasper stopped on what he was saying when he was punched by Jasmin. She receives chocolate and flowers while Jasper was still empty-handed.
"Such a sad reality. Tsk, don't worry Jasper, I'll give you some of my chocolates."
"I hate you!"
"Same, Jasper! I hate you too!"
"I'm older than you!"
"It's just minutes, so shut up!"
"Ah, whatever."
"Loser."
After that Jasmin stick her tongue out and run to her room. I don't know why is he getting angry but is it because he still hasn't received a chocolate today?
"Jasper, do you want chocolate?"
He just glared at me and snatch the chocolate in my hand before he left. I sighed and even though it was hearts day the class was still continued. I saw many surprises today and there is even a boy from college who ask this girl to be his girlfriend but got rejected.
"O my gosh you won't believe this!"
"What?"
Jasmin was waving her phone in front of my face and Jasper get her phone to see what is it before I even see it.
"Rosalyn and Allen?"
"Yes. Did you see the bouquet he just gave to Rosalyn? Argh, I'm jealous."
"There are also chocolates."
Jasper then handed the phone to me and I lazily look at it. Rosalyn was smiling while holding a bouquet of Red Roses and beside her watch a box of chocolates and letters.
"Is it given by Allen?"
"Yes, since it was posted by Allen himself."
I look at the account of Allen and nod. There are some stolen pictures of Rosalyn and it was taken last week.
"I'm waiting for her to post the things she received."
"She's happy that's good."
I simply said and both of them look at me.
"Okay."
"You can do it."
"Wait, I'm embarrassed!"
"Just go!"
I look at the girl who was pushing Jade to our side, Jasmin then rolled her eyes and sighed.
"Your crush."
Jasmin murmurs and I look at them.
"Ah, Nic. Hello."
She shyly said and I nod.
"Hello."
"Ah, I can't do this!"
"You can do it."
I look at her friends and stare at her. She bites her lips and smiles at me before showing me the box to me.
"Happy valentine's day, Nic. Please accept my gift."
I look at it and Jasper cleared his throat and nudge me.
"Right. Thank you."
"Thank you!"
She was ready to run but I held her hand then I suddenly remember the picture that Jasmin showed to me.
"Let's eat outside."
"Huh? As in me?"
"Yes. If you like."
"As in after the class ended?"
"You can go home and change dress, then let's meet at the Central district."
"Is this a date? Are you really asking me?"
"Yes. So, are you going with me?"
"It's a big yes. Of course!"
"Cool. Let's meet at the Central district at 6."
"Okay, then I'll see you later!"
"Yeah."
"What was that? Did I really see you asking her on a date? O my gosh."
"What am I not allowed to date her?"
She shake her head and before she left Jasmin stare at the box that Jade gave to me and leave without saying anything. Jasper then started to tease me for taking a move but I did ignore him.
Such a rash decision I made.
Shit. I don't even know why I am irritated because of that. What an idiot, Nicholas.
Rosalyn this is all your fault.
-IAmRoseee