Chapter 8

Alexander had a reputation at school. He was known for his charm and good looks, which he often used to his advantage. There was a girl named Mirabel who had fallen for him hard. She was smart, kind, and genuinely believed that Alexander cared for her.

They had started dating a few months ago, and Mirabel was over the moon. She thought she had found someone special. But Alexander’s intentions were far from genuine. He enjoyed the thrill of the chase and the power he felt from having someone so devoted to him.

One evening, after a school event, Alexander and Mirabel were sitting in his car. He leaned in close, his voice smooth and persuasive. “Mirabel, you know I care about you, right?”

Mirabel nodded, her eyes shining with affection. “Of course, Alex. I care about you too.”

He smiled, but it didn’t reach his eyes. “Then you trust me, don’t you?”

“Yes, I trust you,” she replied, her voice soft.

“Good,” he said, leaning in to kiss her.

But as the weeks went by, Alexander’s intere