Kiss Cam

EZEKIEL FELT bitterness crept within him when Vivienne chose to ride with Jeremy. It stung not being chosen at that moment. He hated that feeling, the feeling of being left out. But as he glanced down at Vera, who was happily chattering away, his heart warmed.

Luckily, Vera liked him so much that even though Vivienne and her twin brother were riding with Jeremy, Vera stayed beside Ezekiel. That small gesture meant the world to him and took away some of the bitterness.

But still, it didn’t change the fact that Vivienne didn’t choose him.

Ezekiel gritted his teeth as he pulled into the arena parking lot. He felt a mix of frustration and jealousy boiling inside him. His tight grip on the steering wheel showed his tension. Vera, seated beside him, noticed her father’s bad mood.

“Dad, are you okay?” she asked with her voice full of concern.

Ezekiel forced a smile, though it didn’t quite reach his eyes.

“I’m fine, Vera. Just a bit stressed.”

“Is it because of Jeremy?” Vera asked innocent