Chapter 3:

God, what is this big secret shes keeping from me? Marissa thought as she and Alex drove down the LA street. The silence between them growing more and more awkward with every mile. They were on their way to visit another one of Alexs old friends at a place called the C.A.C. Marissa really wanted to know what was bothering Alex, but she didnt really want to bring it up. Theyre had never been any awkwardness between them before, so what could it possibly be?

Alex interrupted her thoughts, Whatcha thinking about?

Hmm? Oh, uh, nothing.

Alex laughed, she knew Marissa was lying. Bullshit. What do you think of my friends?

Theyre really great. They remind me of mine, only not *****. Shanes like a female Ryan.

Yeah, and Alice is like a female Seth. They both laughed at that thought. Im so glad you like them.

I hope they like me too.

They do, I could tell.

So, um, how did you all meet?

Alex turned to look at Marissa. She couldnt tell a lie to that sweet face but she couldnt tell her the whole truth either, at least not yet. I know she loves me, Alex thought, But I dont think she could handle it. Shed leave me. Alex cleared her throat. Well, she started, After I got emancipated from my parents, um, I was looking for a place to stay and I found Shane. She was looking for a roommate and I moved in with her. She helped me find a job and find a group to hang out with. She also was the first girl I ever slept with.

Right Marissa smiled.

And thats it. Thats how we met.

Oh, thats it, why didnt you tell me earlier?

I, um, didnt know how youd react to Shane and I.

Baby, its fine. We all have our little flings and past relationships.

Right.

It was just a fling right?

Alex smiled, Yeah. Shanes not exactly the relationship type. We had one night and left it at that.

Its ok. Youre so ***** paranoid.

I have a right to be.

Marissa flashed Alex a sideways glare. She knew Alex was referring to her and Ryan. Marissa had never cheated on Alex although the opportunity had presented its self many a time. Alex knew Marissa loved Ryan and would always love him. Marissa smiled at Alex, easing the tension.