#Chapter 35: Just Friends

Nina When I saw Lisa run and jump into Enzo’s arms, I felt my heart break just a little bit. I knew we weren’t ever together, but it still hurt to see them being so affectionate with her. I had overheard Enzo saying some really sweet things about a girl in the locker room earlier, but as I saw them together now, I knew that he was talking about Lisa. Enzo had played so beautifully during the game. Had it all been for Lisa? I didn’t want to stick around any longer, so I left without a word and slipped into the crowd. I just wanted to go home and cry. “Nina!” I heard a familiar voice call from ahead of me. I picked up my head to see James standing by the exit with a soft smile on his face. Even though my chest ached from seeing Lisa and Enzo together, the pain lifted a bit to see James. “Hey!” I said, putting on a smile and walking up to him. “I didn’t know you were here.” “I actually came for you,” he said, making my heart skip a beat. “Can I walk yo