I couldn't help but recall the night when I suffered an unbearable stomachache.When I opened the door and saw her, I knew right then—she was the angel in my heart.Even though it was strenuous to carry me on her back, she still forcefully took me to the clinic.From that moment, I eagerly awaited our next meeting.Later, when I saw her in a video Rachel posted online, I realized she was Rachel's roommate.This gave me the perfect excuse. I told Rachel I wanted to visit and conveniently mentioned I had no money.Given her penny-pinching nature, I knew she definitely wouldn't pay for me to stay in a hotel.Just like that, I naturally stayed with Rachel and Yvette that night. I failed to hold back my temptation and kissed Yvette.Then, I asked her to be my girlfriend. I felt elated when I saw her nod. Yet, she later told me that I was underage, and that any relationship could lead to serious issues for her. She also mentioned she couldn't afford to support me.I never wanted h
Up until I was 25, I had never been with a man before. Yet, my best friend, Rachel Langley, suddenly told me I would be sleeping in the same bed with two boys that night.When I heard the news, my eyes sparkled with excitement. Though I pretended to be hesitant, I wasn't truly troubled since I had already met the boys. One of them was precisely my type: towering at 185 cm with a chiseled jawline, bright eyes, and a lean build.He was perfect, but I didn't dare to have any inappropriate thoughts about him except admiring him from a distance. After all, he was Rachel's younger brother, Jared, and we were eight years apart. Most importantly, Jared was still underage. Thus, despite his mature appearance, I still had to stay true to my conscience.Moreover, we all had to cram into the same bed because Rachel and I were financially strapped. We were just scraping by on our salaries, managing only to cover our rent and basic needs.During the summer, her two younger brothers, Jared and
It felt like an eternity before Rachel finally emerged from the shower.Only after she nestled between Jared and me did I muster the courage to lie down as well.The three siblings quickly fell into a deep slumber, and gradually, lulled by the rhythm of their breathing, I, too, drifted off.As dawn crept in, I was jolted from my half-sleep by a soft pressure against my lips. The kiss ignited warmth throughout my body and made my breaths shallow.When I opened my eyes, I found Jared's face incredibly close to mine, his lips still pressed against mine, and his hands propped by my shoulders. The proximity was alarmingly intimate.At that moment, my mind blanked, and heat surged to my cheeks.If it had been anyone but Jared, I would have called the police immediately. But it was Jared, and perplexingly, I found myself reluctant to pull away. Still, I knew I needed to snap out of it immediately. After all, we weren't alone. I couldn't even recall how I had ended up next to Jared.D
Despite the charm of his actions, Jared still carried a youthful innocence in every move he made. I found myself caught in a dilemma.Gathering my courage, I looked him in the eyes and said, "Jared, I don't know what you think you're doing, but I hope you understand the implications. If this was just a moment of impulse, I'm willing to pretend it never happened."A shadow passed over his eyes when he heard that. He looked away and withdrew his hand, seeming suddenly lost."Also, I can't afford to take care of you right now," I added.His once imposing presence seemed to shrink."Go and wash up, Yvette. I'm sorry about this," he murmured.After Jared left, I was calmer, but I couldn't help but wonder if what I said was too harsh. Truthfully, I didn't want to hurt him.By 8:30AM, Rachel and I were on our way to work.We shared everything, and part of me felt I should confess the entire incident to her. But before doing so, there was something I needed to know.On the bus, I as
Having four people crammed into one room was definitely crowded. After work, Rachel and I decided to take them for a stroll around town. Then, Rachel suggested they head back home by tomorrow morning. Jared seemed indifferent to the morning's incident; he hardly spoke to me and just stood quietly behind me.Perhaps it was our group's dynamic, with me feeling like the odd one out, but our combined height and looks drew quite a bit of attention as we walked.As passersby glanced our way, I noticed that the girls we passed seemed unable to take their eyes off Jared. Even after we moved on, they continued chatting excitedly, their gazes fixed on him. It was frustrating.We eventually stopped at a dessert shop and settled down. The girls at the next table kept glancing over, which only added to my discomfort. I had to remind myself that it was just because Jared was exceptionally attractive.I knew I was being irrational. After all, there couldn't be anything between Jared and m
The wind was fierce that night. It was only when we started heading back that I realized just how chilly it had become. Unexpectedly, he took off his jacket and draped it over my shoulders as we walked together.After we parted ways, I didn't see him for an entire year.Then, in my dream, I found myself back at the apartment Rachel and I rented. This time, I had made a substantial amount of money and was finally in a position to support him.Jared was only a year younger than me.Everything unfolded just like it had that morning, only this time, there was no one else around. Then, we kissed each other deeply as we expressed our love for each other.…When I woke up, I was back in our rental apartment, which now seemed much larger. Rachel informed me that her brothers had already gone home and explained what had transpired the previous day.It turned out that the bathroom area had no security cameras, and it was notorious for incidents of sexual harassment. If it weren't for
"Don't you think it's also embarrassing to break up with me in front of everyone? You're really something," I shot back. I was ready to leave, but he grabbed my arm.At that moment, I wondered if I should have had my eyes checked back then. How had I ever found him appealing?"That's enough now. You are being rude." My anger was rising, yet he still clung to my hand stubbornly.When I turned around, I was taken aback.Jared was standing at the door, observing the scene.It had been a year since our last encounter, and he had grown noticeably taller. Even in his school uniform, he looked strikingly handsome. Now, he had witnessed this embarrassing exchange.Without a word, he walked straight up to me and pulled me aside."Yvette, is he the reason why you won't agree to be with me?" Jared was furious upon hearing that. He turned around and wanted to say something, but I held him back."Stay right there," I instructed firmly, then walked over to Nicholas. "Listen closely. I wo
Jared halted right in front of me, but I couldn't bring myself to look up."It's your turn, Yvette."I felt the urge to cry but was also grateful to Rachel for sending him my way."It's getting late. You should get some rest. You can have the bed," I said, then quickly grabbed my clothes and rushed past him into the bathroom.Remembering our last encounter, I avoided any mischief this time.I removed my makeup and washed my face multiple times. After showering, I put on my thickest pajamas and mussed up my hair, satisfied with the reflection staring back at me from the mirror.I lingered in the bathroom for a long time, thinking it would be better to wait until he was asleep. However, things didn't go exactly as planned since a sudden knock sounded, startling me out of my wits."Yvette, my clothes are still in there. I need to wash them after you're done."That's when I noticed the men's underwear in the bag.'Does he really need them right now?' I mused. My mind felt like it