Chapter 43 - The Love Triangle 2

As they finished their game, Sophia glanced at her watch and said, "Oh, I've got to get home! My mom needs help with something." Lucas and August walked with her to the park entrance, and as they said their goodbyes, Sophia turned to August and gave him a friendly hug. "Thanks for playing with us, August! See you guys later!" As soon as Sophia was out of earshot, August turned to Lucas with a mix of emotions on his face. "Hey, man... I need to tell you something." Lucas noticed the seriousness in August's tone and his grin faltered. "What's up, August? You're not gonna tell me you're in love with Sophia, are you?" August's eyes dropped, and he nodded slightly. "Yeah, man... I am." Lucas's expression turned sympathetic. "Aww, August... I'm sorry, dude. I had no idea." August sighed, his voice laced with sadness. "Yeah, me neither. I thought I was just being a good friend, but... I don't know, man. It hurts to see you two getting close." Lucas put a hand on August's shoulder. "Hey