The Gay That Broke My Heart

Chapter 10

It was an intense game.

Czarina actually thought that Carlos’ team would lose because of the huge gap in scores and it was already the third quarter of the game. However, Carlos’ team was able to keep up and continued to lead till the fourth quarter, which eventually made them win the game.

“OMG! OMG!” Eve exclaimed. She was jumping together with Leah with their hands clasped together.

Almost half of the crowd is cheering for Carlos’ team. And Czarina was also screaming for joy. Basketball is not a foreign thing to her. In fact, she’s very familiar with it because one of her exes was a varsity player. She was super amazed at how good of a player Carlos was.

The game has ended, but Czarina’s eyes are still locked on Carlos. The way he brushes his wet hair upwards and smiles at his teammates is so captivating.

“Umm… You might want to wipe your saliva, Czari Girl. It’s dripping, you know?” Eve teased.

Czarina immediately closed her mouth and looked in Eve’s direction while touching her lips just in case there was really saliva on them. She didn’t even realize that she had her mouth open while looking at Carlos. Eve laughed at her reaction while pointing her finger at her. In which she ended up laughing as well.

“You’re really over him, huh?” Eve whispered and clung her arms to hers so that no one would hear them. Leah was already at the table to help prepare the snacks and had no idea they were gossiping.

“Am I that obvious?” Czarina worriedly asked while slightly biting her lower lip.

“For me? Yes, Girl!” Eve giggled. “But I don’t think the others notice it. And if they do, I bet they're cool with it. But I have to warn you, Angelo is really possessive towards Carlos. I guess that’s because they’re really close––closer than siblings, to be exact. And he always..” Eve raised both her hands showing the peace sign and moved the fingers up and down. “..meticulously inspected the girls that fell for Carlos. He is a stickler for perfection. So they have to pass according to his standard before they can get near Carlos.”

“What, they’re that closed?!” Czarina exclaimed.

The people looked at them. She bit her lower lip, and Eve had to put her finger on her lips to hush her. “Hey!” she whispered. “Lower down your voice. You don’t want anyone to hear us.”

Czarina nodded. “Sorry. I was just so surprised. So, Angelo’s opinion really matters?”

“Yes, Czari Girl. So if I were you, if you really wanted Carlos, I’d say be in Angelo’s good side.”

“I don’t know how, though.”

“Nah, just be yourself. Besides, even though we’ve just met you for days. I know you’re a cool girl. And I bet Angelo already sees that.” Eve winked.

“I’m not sure about that. To tell you honestly… He’s been giving me this intense look like he’s mad at me. And I was thinking if I offended him in some way,” Czarina confided.

“Really? And when was that?” Eve’s forehead creased.

“It was during your birthday party.”

“Hmm… That’s interesting. You know––”

“Hey, girls!” Leah yelled. She raised her hand and waved at them. “I’d appreciate it if you'd help me here!”

“Yeah, we’re coming!” Eve answered back. “Let’s continue this chat later. I smell something fishy…” Eve winked at her again. She grabbed Czarina’s arms, and they both walked towards the table where Leah started to distribute the snacks.

For a while, Czarina forgot about the topic she had with Eve. She got so busy handing the snacks to the basketball players that he overlooked Carlos, who was already standing in front of her.

"Hi, Czari! You seem so busy. Do you need a hand?"

Czarina looked up and saw Carlos, who, even though sweaty, still looked so presentable. His wet look added more charisma. Czarina secretly smiled when she saw the face towel hanging on his right shoulder. Sometimes Carlos would use it to wipe the sweat on his forehead.

"Nah, we're good," she answered. She took a glance at Eve and Leah, who were still busy distributing the snacks. "We got them, so don't worry. Besides, I know you are tired. Great game, by the way, and congrats!"

She took a sandwich from the lunch box and a bottle of juice and handed it to Carlos. "By the way, here… We also have a banana cue. Lola Rosing wrapped it in a banana leaf. You want some?"

Carlos accepted the food and chuckled. "Nah, I'm good at this. " He slightly raised the food in his hand.

"Ummm, sure! If you want some more, just let me or us know."

Eve noticed the conversation between the two and couldn't help but smile. The two really look good together. She silently wishes that one day, there will be a chance for the two. Most especially that there have been rumors that Carlos and Angelo are not just the best of friends, but lovers.

Eve finds the rumors absurd, but what does she expect? Those kinds of stories are indeed ridiculous and nasty. And some people just don't have any idea when to stop. And that pisses her off big time. These people didn't know the real story behind the two guys, and now they're creating something to gossip about.

That thought was the reason why Eve secretly promised to herself that she'd help Czarina make a move on Carlos and vice versa. She's going to be the little cupid of the two. It's going to be hitting two birds at one stone.

"Hey, quit spacing out," Leah stated. "We still have a few players who haven't eaten yet." She looked in Eve's direction. "What are you looking at anyway?"

"Well, look at those two,” she said, pointing at the two who were smiling at each other. “Don't they look so good together?" she whispered.

"Carlos and Czarina?" Leah asked for confirmation.

"Yep!" she answered, smiling.

"They are...but you know Angelo. That guy is really possessive. Speaking of the devil, where is he anyway?"