so even though no one reads this, i thought i would talk to casper anyways. this story is just a rough draft. just thought i should mention that. okay here is the next part of chapter 1

“So,” Ryan began as he watched Lily enter their kitchen, “what do you think?”

“What do I think about what?” Derek asked focusing all his attention on the game.

“You know…about her?”

“Oh you mean Lily?”

“Yeah,” Ryan answered impatient with Derek’s temporary ignorance.

“She’s cool,” Derek replied.

“Smart,” Michael added. Jake nodded his head in agreement.

Ryan turned his head toward Keith waiting for him to say something, anything. “What about you, Keith?”

Keith tried to keep his opinions to himself but failed. ‘This is a prime example of why not to drink beer children,’ Keith thought to himself. “She is beautiful and amazing and perfect.” He continued in a whisper only Ryan could hear,” I don’t know why you insist on hurting her.”

Ryan shrugged. “What she doesn’t know can’t hurt her.”

“Who is beautiful, amazing, and perfect?” Lily questioned as she regained her beer from Ryan and squeezed into the place next to him. Lily eagerly grabbed chips from the new bowl she brought as she waited for an answer, even though, knowing them, she would never receive one.

A scream erupted from Derek, Michael, and Jake. Ryan grimaced as if he was in actual physical pain. Keith spit out his drink and Lily almost choked on her chips.

“Patriots scored!” Lily announced proudly returning the high fives of the other guys. She teasingly stuck her tongue out at Ryan and kissed his cheek. No matter how much they shared with one another, Lily and Ryan could not end their rivalry over the Colts and the Patriots. Ryan ignored her and tried to regain his composure. Lily stared at his tan, handsome face and adorable chestnut curls which reminded her of a Greek god. She felt a pang of guilt and unconsciously looked down.

“I’m sorry.”

“For what?” Ryan asked completely ignorant to what she had to be sorry for.

“I’m sorry the Colts let the Patriots scored.” Now Lily would not even look his way. Lily knew the touchdown upset him as much as it excited her. He draped his arm around her shoulder and pulled her closer, allowing her head to rest on his shoulder.

“No you’re not.” Lily smiled as he gazed into her amazing hazel eyes.

She giggled. Ryan liked the feeling against his body. “Not really. I just hate seeing you so sad.” He planted a light kiss on her forehead and ended the conversation.

here is a continuation of chap 1. btw thanks XxTheBeginningxX for commenting! no one else really knows about it.

Lily took a quick sip of beer and finally replied to Ryan’s question, “I was in the library working on my research paper.” She gave them all a stern look. “Something you guys should probably consider doing considering your grades.” Ryan slid next to her as the game recommenced. “By the way, how much did I miss?”

“Oh just a Patriot touchdown,” Ryan paused. He almost whispered anticipating her excitement, “and Peyton Manning threw an interception.” Ryan smiled as he took her bottle from her and placed a protective arm around her waist. He nearly laughed knowing this would definitely irritate her. Her passion against Manning was truly unbelievable.

Stunned for a moment, Lily blurted out, “What?!? And you didn’t call me?”

“I tried, but your phone was off,” Keith answered. “You were in the library, remember?”

“Oh yeah. Sorry. My emotions got to me.” Lily placed her head on Ryan’s chest. “Anyways, what is the current score?”

“Seven to zip,” Ryan said as he squinted at the screen. Derek fumbled in carrying multiple bags of chaps and cans of dip. He hurriedly gave everyone their favorite – Jake a simple case of plain Pringles, Ryan barbeque Lays, Keith cheddar and sour cream Ruffles with French onion dip, and himself Cheetos. Derek glanced up and noticed Lily.

“What’s up Lily? Didn’t hear you come in. How’s the paper going?”

“Fine.” Lily rolled her eyes and continued, “I never knew how boring Russia is.”

Derek strategically positioned himself on the orange bean bag next to Keith. Lily giggled at the sight. “You’re a girl. You don’t understand in order to watch a big game you have to be in the perfect position.”

Lily felt Ryan’s body rise and fall with his breathing. “Yes I do.” She eyed Keith’s chips and stole some while his eyes focused intently on the game.

“Hey!” he exclaimed. “Those are mine!”

Lily laughed and replied, “Okay macho man, I’ll get my own.” She reluctantly left Ryan’s grip and headed towards the kitchen. A hand flew to her mouth in astonishment in reaction of what she saw. Lily could not conceive the idea she lived in such a disgusting pig sty! Trash literally was the floor. Empty containers and candy wrappers lined the counters adorned with items she really did not want to know about. Lily sighed and attempted to clean-up the thrown-around take-out boxes and dirty dishes that joined the half-full cans of drinks she threw away.

here is a taste of chapter 1!

Chapter 1

            Lily searched for her keys in her book bag as she blindly walked down the hallway.

            “Where are my keys?!?” she demanded. Suddenly, the sound of cheering erupted in the hallway. ‘The game must be on,’ she realized. Lily forgot all about her keys and ran to the door banging frantically.

            “One minute!” a male voice answered. She heard the sound of a beer commercial come on and footsteps heading towards the door. He opened the door to find Lily out of breath barreling into the room.

            “Sorry Keith!” she apologized in the process of throwing her book bag on the side table. Lily headed over to the couch hoping that she did not miss an important call.

            “Hey baby! Where have you been?” one of the guys asked as he got up from his place on the couch and pulled her into a kiss. Keith drank a large swig of beer while he walked over to his place on the leather recliner.

            “Hey! Get a room!” a friend yelled jokingly. Lily unlocked her lips from his by stayed within his warm embrace. She smiled as she scoped the room. Keith, Ryan’s best friend, relaxed in his recliner nursing a Miller Lite. Jake and Michael lounged on the couch stuffing their faces with pizza and salsa. Who thought of that combination? Derek had left his place on the bean bag to bring more chips into the living room. Then she once again gazed into Ryan’s chocolate eyes and planted a light kiss on his lips. Lily found the case of beer and grabbed one as she motioned Jake to move so she could have a seat on the couch.