Chapter 6

Because I was done with the current project in art class, I had free time on my hands. I started sketching in my art pad. I didn’t really have an object in mind; I just let my hands go on autopilot, with minimal help from my mind. Eventually I could tell the picture was of a human, then later I noticed it was of a girl. It wasn’t until Miranda walked over and stopped next to my chair and said, “Wow, that’s a beautiful picture of Valerie. And judging from the look on your face, a look you don’t show often when drawing, I’d say you must really like her.”

I was confused as I took a closer look at the drawing. Then things became clear. It was a drawing of Val. I was surprised at how it was turning out. Especially considering I thought I wasn’t paying attention to actually drawing. I hadn’t said anything, but I thought that it was weird how so many people had figured out my feelings for her.

Miranda smiled and put her hand on my back and said, “I thought so. And knowing her she probably doesn’t know how you feel. You should tell her as soon as possible.” She started to walk away but took one more look at the picture. “It may just be my imagination but from the shading and the distance you’re going down her chest it kind of looks like you’re drawing her naked.” some people looked up at that. My heart almost stopped. But then before I could say anything she added. “That or she’s in that swimsuit she had on last summer at the pool party.”