Boba and a few drinks
Unsure of where Jackson was taking me, I sat in the car quietly..
J: What's wrong??
Me: Nothing.. Just.. you know enjoying the moment..
Jackson smiled. "Don't worry, we'll have a lot of moments this summer. Who knows you might be tired of me after this summer. "
I rolled my eyes and Jackson laughed..
"There she is." He said. "The girl who's always angry and looking at me with those sharp eyes."
I laughed, "You dork."
"So..." I begin to say... "Where exactly are we going...?"
Jackson looked over at me and said, "I don't know about you.. but man we've been busy moving stuff... I'm kind of thirsty for some BOBA"
I smiled.
****I LOVE BOBA Tea and lives for it. lol*******
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Boba Tea or Bubble Tea - is a tea-based drink that originated in Taiwan in the early 1980s. Taiwanese immigrants brought it to the United States in the 1990s, initially in California through regions including Los Angeles County, but the drink has also spread to other countries where there is a large East Asian diaspora population.
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The new place just opened, Boba House on West Ave.
Jackson and I shortly pulled up to their parking lot. Right outside their door to the right was a beautiful pink tree - fake of course, but a tree to represent the cherry blossom of the Japanese culture. Hanging from several branches were windchimes with little blessing notes, all of different colors. On both side of the walkway towards to main door were small tables where you can sit outside to write, or drink with some friends. The wind started to pick up as their bells hanging from the trees chime softly.
"What a beautiful place," I said.
J: Not as beautiful as you, but I'm glad you like it.
I rolled my eyes of course and got out of the car. Jackson took my hand as we walked in.
We reached the counter, and ordered ourselves some Boba.
My favorite, of course anything strawberry or for sure the fruit tea base with popping pearls, which Jackson ordered a Coconut flavored Boba drink.
As we waited for our drinks to arrived, we looked at the take out menu and decided on what to eat. There was a good variety of different yet simple things on the menu.. There was Japanese style sandwich with real fruit and whipped cream, mochi donuts (soft air like donuts with just the right amount of sweetness), cream cheese donuts, fried rice, fried noodles, stir fry, rice and eggrolls.
After a few minutes of deciding what Jackson and I wanted, we decided on 2 strawberry and kiwi Japanese style sandwich, fried noodles, fried rice and 4 eggrolls.
Just as we were going to purchase those, something caught Jackson's eyes and he smiled looking at me..
"What?" I said.
Jackson walked over to their mini fridge by the side of the counter and pointed to some Japanese beer and soju drinks.
"Let's try these to celebrate" Jackson said.
I smiled and rolled my eyes, "Are you sure?? Don't you work tomorrow?" I asked.
J: "I don't work tomorrow.. Hehe. But also, they're not THAT Strong. It'll be ok.. Just a few drinks."
"Alright," I said. "Don't complain that your head hurts later or anything along those lines."
Jackson smiled and we finished paying for our food and drinks and headed back to my dorm room.
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Jackson and I finished up the few last touches of my dorm room before we sat down and ate.
The food was pretty good for the price. The fried rice was not too oily and surprising a lot of meat and eggs. The noodles also had a great texture. It was chewy, but not too sweet and well seasoned. Eggrolls are always good of course, and lastly our Japanese style sandwich with kiwi and strawberry and homemade whipped cream.
All in all, it was good and even better sharing and trying it out with Jackson. After our meal, we cleaned up and started trying out the beer and soju. We played some cards as we casually drank. Loser of course would have to drink just a little bit more than the other.
Rounds after rounds, Jackson and I started laughing more and I can tell we were getting a little loud and maybe the alcohol was kicking in.
I looked over at Jackson, laughed and said, "Sooo, babe, how are you feeling??"
Jackson laughed and said, "Well... You know definitely off... and a bit happier than usual.. but I'm okay. haha."
Me: So much for not "Being strong enough."
Jackson rolled his eyes and admitted. "Okay, Okay.. I was wrong.. They are NOT as weak as I thought they'd be... Either that or I'm a weak drinker.. Haha"
We laughed.
Jackson grabbed 2 small cups from the cabinets and walked over to me.
He sat down, poured a small shot to us both.
"Here, babe." Jackson said.
I took the shot cup in my hand.
"Cheers, to your new apartment for the next few weeks... months?? Something.. Haha. I'm excited for your and our adventure this summer. May your wishes and all that you do fulfills what you want and may you be successful. I love you."
"I love you" I said. "Cheers."
We took the shot and Jackson wrapped me in his arms as we sat side by side, his head resting on my shoulder...
"Are you cold?" Jackson asked....
"I'm okay...it's more warm then anything..." I said.
Jackson moved closer to me, pulling me in and slowly closing his eyes..
"You're my..." Jackson softly whispered.
"I'm your whaa...."
Before I could finish, Jackson pulled my chin up to him and kissed me on the lips. He worked his ways, parting my lips open to where his tongue slipped inside my mouth, swirling around with my tongue...
My hearti beating fast, I stopped and slightly pulled away
"What is happening I thought..."
Jackson pulled me in close again, kissing my nose and my lips once more...
Soon enough, Jackson pinned me down onto the floor and we kissed passionately.
Jackson groaned in pleasure from the kiss, moving his lips down my neck.
I froze... quietness filled the air... My heart beating fast and loudly..
"Jackson.." I whispered...
Jackson paused and our eyes locked as he pinned me down.. fingers locked.