The longer she waited, the more nervous she felt. Hearing a familiar voice, Cassie quickly looked up, seeing Caleb stood before her. Her heart skipped a beat, her lips parting as she took in the sight of him. The shirt/blazer combo he wore suited him to a tee, and god, he looked so good in a suit jacket. Catching her bottom lip between her teeth, she then pushed herself up from her feet. “Your aunt roped you into this too?” The young witch laughed lightly stepping forward to wrap her arms around him, hugging him tightly for a moment before then moving away. Dark eyes moved to the bouquet of flowers in his hand. Jealousy riddled her entire form, her heart sinking in her chest. He must have won the basket of someone he really cared for. 

His comment didn’t register. Though, it didn’t really matter anyway. Cassie hadn’t thought for even a second that Caleb would want to go on a date with her, so why would she assume that he was talking to her? “Your date sure is lucky receiving those flowers.” Cassie murmured softly, her brows drawing together for a moment as her fingertips traced one of the pink petals. “And, they’re lucky to have you too.” The young witch murmured, peering up at her friend. “Who’s the lucky lady?” The raven haired beauty asked, but did she really want to know? Probably not. It’d likely just make her heart ache even more. 

A nervous laugh came from the man at her question, shoulders shrugging. He didn’t exactly want to say that - especially considering it wasn’t true. But.....he wasn’t ready to explain himself. Not yet. Caleb could sense the energy between them wasn’t...quite right. But he knew it was because of him, because of his nerves. Just her looking at him was enough for him wanting to cancel his plan, to just spend another night as friends. 

He’d done it. After bidding as much as he could on Cassie’s basket he’d won it, and now, at the event, he was standing alone trying to get the courage to go and find Cassie. To go and tell her that he’d realized his feelings for her, feelings he hoped to God she would reciprocate. Grasping the bouquet of flowers rightly he looked around, seemingly lost until he recognized someone nearby. “Niamh!” he called, the relief obvious in his voice as he rushed over to her. “Hey...have, have you seen Cassie?”  

“I have to say, it would be nice to be a part of this, seeing everyone just being in love with one another or getting along with one another, but it’s also kind of weird to be paired with someone you barely know” she thought aloud. “Maybe it’s just the socially awkward person in me, who knows”

Niamh chuckled softly as he gestured to the toppings and she got stuck right in piling various things on top.Looking up towards him as he spoke once more letting out a sigh. ‘’Caleb I feel fine- if I didn’t i’m sure you’d know.’’ she gave him a soft smile before raising her brow. ‘’Sooooo when are you going to ask Cassie out?’’

“Yeah well...I just wanna make sure.” he mumbled, shrugging his shoulders as her pinched the bridge of his nose, eyes closing for a moment. It had all been so much, everything that happened was mentally and physically draining. Her comment however, had his eyes opening wide, hand dropping from his face as he burst out laughing. “I - wait, what?” 

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Cassie had all but accpeted that her date for the evening would be either Mary, Caroline or Meredith. Not even for a moment had it crossed her mind that Caleb would buy her basket. Of course, she hoped he would. But, why would he? The prize was to go on a date and as far as she knew, he had no interest in going on a date with her. Of course, Cassie had still dressed up for the event, to make sure that she was presentable enough should she bump into the object of her affections following her date. She wore an off shoulder, chiffon, printed maxi dress. Something comfortable, yet dressy enough for the occasion. Humming along to the songs on the screen, the raven haired beauty was wrapped in a blanket, waiting for her date to appear. She had no idea when they would appear, she had kind of just taken it upon herself to find a spot, and claim it. 

Her basket lay at the front of the blanket, filled to the brim with packets of gummy bears, with a couple of packs of love heart sweets dropped in there for good measure. The young witch also brought a polaroid camera, to capture memories of the night. A pair of mittens lay at the side of the basket, Cassie knowing that it would likely get cold later on, so she may need them - especially since she wouldn’t have anyone to cuddle up to. God, she felt pathetic. It really didn’t help that she was surrounded by various other couples, all enjoying their dates while she still waited for hers to show. 

For the first time in ages, Caleb was nervous. A real life kind of nervous, not a supernatural nervousness. He hadn’t asked a girl out in a very long time, and he’d never even bothered to take part in this stupid bidding thing before. But....that was before he’d decided to finally tell Cassie how he felt about her. Bidding on her basket felt pretty weird, but he was relieved that he’d saved enough of his earnings to the side for this event. Wearing a suit jacket with a smart shirt and jeans he stood alone, looking out at the crowds of people. He wasn’t sure how formal or casual it would be, but it looked like he’d chosen a safe look. 

“You are? Well...I guess I shouldn’t keep you waiting too much longer.”

“Pretty nonexistent right now seeing as I’m single.”

Niamh let out a soft sigh. ‘’And i’ve told you I feel fine. Completely normal- or as close to normal as I was.’’ she shook her head letting out a soft chuckle as he ordered for her to sit and eat her pancakes.  A pout lacing her lips. ‘’I’m going to eat these off my own accord because i’m hungry and not because you want me to.’’

“Sure thing.” he snickered, eyes rolling as she pouted at him. Even as a vampire who’d almost lost her life she was as stubborn as ever. “Use whatever you want.” he added, gesturing to the different toppings he’d set up on the table as he dropped into the chair opposite her. “So....you’re really feeling better?”

A content sigh came from the man as he woke, sitting up in Cassie’s bed with a lazy smile. The last few weeks had been perfect - and for the first time in his life he truly felt...well, happy. His only problem was his new girlfriend  sitting on the floor, reading between her grimoire and his. “Babe...you know you’re not gonna get scored on how much you can memorize, right?” he teased with a playful smile, standing up in his boxers to go to Cassie’s side. “Come back to bed, it’s too early to be worrying.” he murmured in her ear, placing a light kiss on her cheek before decided to take matters into his own hands. Grinning he moved to pull Cassie onto her feet, holding her close before letting his weight drop onto the bed, pulling her with him. 

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Send 📱 for five texts my muse didn’t send yours, and one that they did

Caleb: I know I was being a jerk about stiles [ Deleted ] Caleb: im happy for you  [ Deleted ] Caleb: i think ive let the thought of us go [ Deleted ] Caleb: since you’re so happy   [ Deleted ] Caleb: and...I think I’m happy too  [ Deleted ]

Cassie swayed ever so slightly, a happy smile placed firmly on her lips as her eyes closed, humming a soft tune beneath her breath. Inhaling deeply, her eyes then opened once again, peering back toward him, squinting ever so slightly so she could make out his face through blurred vision. “Cute and trustworthy. Look at you, you’re almost boyfriend material. Almost.” The young witch sent him a wink before then attempting to boop his nose, but missing entirely, ending up just prodding his cheek. “Gross please don’t talk about throw up I hate being sick.” Cassie huffed, arms folding over her chest. 

“Yeah, shame about me being a total mess.” he teased lightheartedly, a twang of disappointment in his chest. He knew he wasn’t good enough for anyone to date, not with the two sides of him conflicting his body every month - but it still hurt to hear. Especially from her. “Then I suggest you stop drinking.” he recommended with an amused grin, moving to take the drink once more, a little firmly this time. “How about some water? And a take away - my treat.”