Regret of saying yes - Chapter 10

Ella - POV

Tears fell as I lay in bed, staring at the ceiling and reflecting on the events of that fateful night. I still question why I met Darcus and agreed to be his girlfriend — a decision I regret to this day. My thoughts veered towards a vivid flashback, where everything played out.

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Flashbacks: Darcus and Ella's College Love Story

After my encounter with Darcus in the canteen, his presence became a constant in my life. Whether I passed a locker or went to class, he would flash a grin or give me a lingering look. I always averted my glance bashfully. Darcus was a magnet for female attention due to his handsome looks. Receiving his attention sent butterflies to my stomach and accelerated my pulse each time his eyes rested on me.

His attention towards me didn't go unnoticed. Other girls on campus became hostile, a trend that continued for a few days. One day, while changing into my sports suit, a group of cheerleaders approached me with wicked grins.

"What do you want,