“In life, people make decisions based on those around them. And with you? I shouldn’t have to choose between what’s right and what’s easy.” Sebastian had said those words to me not long ago. I thought it was strange that he’d told me he’d have to make a decision between them. The right thing sho
SebastianMy ass of a roommate has managed to avoid me since that night at the bowling alley. But as I sit at the small kitchen table of our apartment, my restless leg bounces while I stare at the front door.As the days have ticked closer to Thanksgiving break, I’ve done everything I can to keep my
I point at William. “He’s the one who started this whole thing! Going on about how he thinks there’s nothing to fucking you!”“He’s lost his goddamn mind!” William is screaming back, one hand still covering his face.“No one asked you!” Ava barks at the other man. “Shut your fat mouth.”“Where is yo
SebastianI hear every word out in the main room. It’s frustrating to hear everything that’s happening out there. But it does make me wonder one thing.Am I any better than my roommate? What about Lucas? Gregory?Every man that comes to mind, I question what the difference between us might be.I bel
“You won’t commit to me, even when I constantly ask!” I toss back at her, my skin growing hotter by the minute.Evelyn throws her arms out in front of her. “Because we’re going to hurt everyone around us if we come clean!”“Why does everyone else matter before us?” It’s always weighing on my mind, a
“Oh God,” I whisper to myself.My worst fears, my worst nightmares: they’ve come to light. We’ve been caught, and by Ava, no less.No one dares to move or say a word for almost a full minute. It’s so quiet a pin could drop and would sound like an atomic bomb.Then, turning on her heel, the cheerlead
EvelynAva won’t answer a single call or text that I make, and it’s truly starting to get to me. It’s been two days, and I feel weak, tired, and heartbroken.Olivia has pushed me for answers like I’ll give them, but I just lie through my teeth.“Did she say anything? The cold shoulder is just out of
“My class is exceptionally boring today. Distract me with talk of Hawaii.”“I cannot wait for winter break. My eyes are tired, and I need a week-long nap.”“I hope you’re doing okay, Princess.”I can’t lie, I feel touched by his genuine kindness. I feel like I’m starting to see more of the real Seba
I look at Sebastian, worried that Ava might have to do that. We have him on tampering the breaks and paying off Seb’s team, but what happens if William has a gun or something, and refuses to let Ava go? “That depends. Do you forgive me for being foolish?” Ava’s voice has turned sultry, which is us
Evelyn's POV I’m more nervous than I should be. Ava’s putting her life in danger by talking to William. Not only that, but Sebastian’s laser focused on making sure things go well. I’m just sitting here trying not to tremble. William finally gets to Ava, and he looks horrible. His normal neat a
Sebastian's POV Jack Abbott studies everything I’ve given him. He sits across from Evelyn, Ava and I in our apartment, looking through each page carefully. It took a lot of outlining, but ultimately, Evelyn’s plan is perfect for this. As long as Jack’s on board with his findings, and things go r
Sebastian gives us a double take as he opens the door with his key. “When did you tell Ava?” “She tells me a lot more than you know, Sebastian.” She crosses her arms, looking between the two of us. “I’m the only person who knows the truth about you both. So, sometimes I take advantage of it.”
Evelyn's POV “Are you sure it’s not something I did? I just feel like I’m missing something.” Olivia crosses her arms, as I grab the last of my stuff. It only took me an hour to get everything out of here, and Sebastian’s waiting downstairs for me to finish up. Olivia still knows nothing. Not th
“I love Evelyn, alright? I know you don’t like it or approve, but this isn’t just some stupid game. We know what we’re risking. I’m sorry if you don’t like that.” “I don’t,” she admits, leaning against the back of the chair. “But you’re an adult. So is Evelyn. And I know this isn’t just a game. It
Sebastian's POV I’m in a blind rage now as we enter the track. If it was possible, I know I’d have smoke coming out my ears. Evelyn is still trying to convince me to stop whatever it is I’m doing. “It’s not worth it!” She’s been stressed the entire ride, but I can’t stop seeing in red. The guy
It’s a few days before I hear from Jack again. “You want the good shit or bad?” He asks over a phone call. I tell him I want everything. This is important. “Then I’ll start with the good. Your initial fears of this having to do with your former roommate? He’s heavily involved. In fact, seems lik
Sebastian's POV Evelyn’s bodyguard is six foot six and goes by Tank. He is built as his nickname suggests, with muscles that seemingly look like they’ll burst from his shirt, and tattoos wrapped around many limbs. He’s even got the bald head. In my head, I just call him The Rock after Dwayne J