“How can you be sure?” I asked.

            “Just trust me,” he said.

            “Ok,” I said. “I gotta go. Spencer’s out of the shower.”

            “Ok,” he said. “Call me later.”

            “I will,” I said hanging up the phone.

            Spencer walked back into my room. She dropped her bag and walked over to me. She sat down and faced me.

            “Ash,” she said softly, “we should talk about last night.”

            “Y-y-yeah,” I stuttered. “We probably should.”

            I looked at the floor, the wall, everything but her. I was scared to look at her.

            “What’s wrong?” she asked. “Why won’t you look at me?”

            “I’m scared,” I said in a whisper.

            She grabbed my hands and held them in her own. “Why are you scared?” she asked softly.

            “I don’t wanna lose you,” I said. I finally turned to look at her.

            “Why would you lose me?” she asked.

            “When you find out the truth, you’ll run off like everyone else,” I said.

            “I’m confused,” she said.

            “I’m sorry I kissed you last night,” I said. “We both got caught up in the moment and I shouldn’t have kissed you. Spence, you’re my best friend. I think it’s time you know the truth.”

            “The truth?” she asked. I could tell she was confused.

            “I’ve liked you a lot since the first time I met you,” I confessed. “I love everything about you. You’re so beautiful. I know you’re straight and with Josh, but I just think it’s time that you know.”

            She let go of one of my hands and brushed some stray hair out of my face. “First of all, I’m not with Josh anymore. I’m going to call him later and tell him it’s over. And I think you should know there is someone else that I’ve had my eye on for a while now.”

            I turned away quickly. “Oh,” I said. “Do I know who it is?”

            “I think so,” she said.

            “Who is it?” I asked staring at a spot on the floor.

            “A gorgeous brunette with beautiful brown eyes,” she said smiling. “And a smile that makes me melt every time I see it.”

            I look at her with a confused look.

            “Do you know who I’m talking about?” she asked.

            “Wait,” I said. “What are you saying? Are you saying you’re gay?”

            “Yes I am,” she said smiling.

            “And you never told me?” I asked. I could have been a little nicer but I wasn’t thinking straight. “I’m your best friend, Spencer. How could you not tell me?”

            “I wasn’t sure if I really was or not,” she said. “I needed to figure it out for myself. I’m sorry I never told you but I didn’t know how you’d react.”

            “Sorry I snapped,” I said. “You caught me way off guard with that.”

            “It’s ok,” she said. I love how understanding she is.

            “Have you told anyone?” I asked.

            “Just you,” she smiled.

            “Are you sure about this?” I asked.

            “Yes,” she said. “Josh is out of the picture, along with any other guy. You’re the only one I want.”

            I couldn’t stop myself. I lunged over and wrapped her in a huge hug. I kissed her cheek over and over.

            “I’m so happy to hear that,” I said.

            “Really?” she laughed. “I couldn’t tell.”

            “Smart ass,” I said.

            “You love it,” she smiled.

            I propped myself up on my elbows. I leaned down slowly. “Yes I do,” I smiled. I kissed her softly. I definitely have to do this more often. This is the beginning to a whole new experience for the both of us.