Disclaimer: I don't own Code Lyoko.

I got this idea when listening to Parachute's "Under Control"

Our eyes met and it was just like always – we shared a small smile before I turn my face to hide the red creeping into my cheeks. His deep chocolate eyes always made my heart skip a beat. I allow myself a quiet sigh before turning back to my lunch. Since XANA had returned, our little group had continued to strengthen. We were all closer than ever, something that was apparent in Jeremie and Aelita's blossoming relationship. They had finally officially gotten together. The two of them sat across the table from me, giggling as their hands grazed one another's.

My heart gave a small ache at their happiness. I would never admit it to anyone, but I was jealous of them. I glanced again at Ulrich; becoming quickly enveloped in his perfect smile; he was giving a sarcastic laugh to some joke that Odd had made. I had barely realized I was staring at him when he turned and gave me a curious look. I quickly excused myself under the pretense of needing to get to class early to speak to my teacher.

As I left the cafeteria, I took a deep breath and let it out shakily. I walked to the bathroom and stood in front of the mirror, hands on the sink. Staring into the mirror, I thought quietly to myself.

You told him a while ago you just wanted to be friends. I told myself. You know it's easier that way.

I sighed yet again and splashed some cold water on my face.

But you know that's not what you want.

Up to this point, I had kept to my word, that Ulrich and I were just friends. But every day it became harder and harder to keep that promise to myself. That part of me that just wanted to be wrapped up in Ulrich's arms and touch his lips to mine was starting to take over.

Then I felt it again – a bit of anxiety crept back in. What if I told him and he didn't return my feelings? What if he just laughed at me? Would it even be worth it to try to tell him, or would it just be better to hold it in?

All I want to do is give up my control and tell him. Just tell him that I want to be with him. That it's all I've ever wanted in life. At that moment, I told myself it didn't matter. No matter what fears I had, it was time to tell him. It would be better to have an answer than to spend the rest of my life wondering. I pulled out my phone and sent Ulrich a quick text: "Meet me in the woods by our favorite tree. ASAP."

I took a deep breath as I stood under the shade of the large oak, waiting. It was only five minutes before Ulrich arrived, but it felt like an eternity.

"What's up, Yumes?" he asked with his perfect half-smile.

I couldn't help but smile at the nickname he had given me.

I drew in a shaky bit of air before speaking. "I changed my mind, Ulrich," I spoke, breathing out. I opened my mouth again but seemed to be at a loss.

There was a moment of silence, and then he broke it. "About…?"

"What I told you… That I thought we were better as just friends. I changed my mind. I want to be with you, Ulrich."

His smile was so sincere and relieved once those words left my mouth. For a minute neither of us spoke, and I felt like it was impossible to breath. All my fears were coming back; I felt his rejection about to come.

Before I could turn to walk away, embarrassed, he stepped forward and put a gentle hand on my cheek. I felt my heart hitch as he leaned his head towards mine. When his lips met mine, I knew I had my answer.

A/N: So first fanfiction in 7 years? Wow. It's short, but that's okay. I'm happy with it, and that's what matters to me :)