
It just so happens that something inside her has physically shaken my heart. So, then, why am I so concerned about the pajamas she had on her body? Why did I (almost unconsciously) pick them up and smell them?
(Haruki Murakami)
He studies the girl before him, who is chatting and monkeying around with his buddies. No matter how hard he tries to distance himself from her, a simple smile or laughter of hers would cause tingles in his heart. She approaches him this time and expresses her worry over his restless expressions. He denies his condition and walks away, coldly.
She has been used to his recent ignores and cold replies, still she could not suppress the surfacing agony in her heart. For her, it is as if she has finally hit rock bottom. Where had their friendship gone? His sniggers, his smiles, his jokes, his laughters and his cuddles, all of which were specially for her. They were best buddies among the band of brothers. And to think that she had wish for something more.
He hides himself in a corner, safe from her vision. He can feel his insides pounding and the replaying images of her, showing her concern just minutes ago. He was overjoyed. He had forgotten since when did he fall for his best friend and colleague. Which reminds him, of the strictly no dating rule. As forbidden as their relationship may be, he could no longer oppose the attraction he have towards her.
Alas, he found someone comparable to his family and band of brothers, who makes him feel safe and home.
ELIZABETH GILLIES - WILD HORSES