"Eva, come down now please!" Lucas's scream takes me out of my thoughts as I take one last look at my house. My father is a sheriff and has been transferred to Telluride, a town in Colorado. A town of which I know nothing and I know no one. I feel so bad, I feel like I will miss my friends, my classmates. All my life living here and now I'm leaving. I hope to return one day. I took my bags and went downstairs, I have no idea what will happen to this house, I don't know if they will sell it or what, but I will really miss it.I left the house, dad and Lucas were waiting inside the car. Lucas took it easy, too well, I would like to be like him and that things hardly affect me. Or well, pretend they don't. I put the suitcases in the trunk and got in the back seats. I am the youngest in the family, I am sixteen years old. Lucas is seventeen, my older brother. Dad divorced mom many years ago and my mom married another man. They live a bit far."Are you okay, Eve?" Dad asks me as he start
I advanced to the house and finally entered. I saw it: it was big and quite pretty, the light was white and so were the walls, it made the interior of the house very illuminated. Seconds later the music that had previously sounded low became louder, much more.Great, the neighbors have already started their racket.Dad was coming down the stairs."Give me that, Eva, I'll take them to your room. Do you like the house?""Well, it looks good," I answered, giving him the suitcases, "but it seems that tonight we'll be a bit sleepless."Dad stood up and put his hands on his waist as if thoughtful."Yeah, they sure don't know that I'm the new sheriff in town. I'll take a walk around there in a few hours, I don't want to start off on the wrong foot" he took the suitcases and went up the stairs.My mind thought of the howl from a while ago, since we are surrounded by forest I suppose there are wolves like other animals. As long as they don't hang around my house for me, that's fine. On top of
"Now what do you want, Kessler?" Jonny snapped at that boy."I don't remember inviting you to this party," the boy replied, now I know his name is Kessler. "And not her." He look myself."I'm just here for my brother, moron," I snapped, wriggling out of Jonny's grip, feeling awkward.Kessler laughed."Well, well, but the girl has guts" he came dangerously close to me " I like you.""Get off." I pushed him but it didn't help because my strength wasn't enough."Eve! What the hell are you doing here?" Lucas finally appeared in my field of vision. "Let's go" he took my hand and I let myself be carried away by him. Lucas walked me to the back door, I could see dad walking down the sidewalk to this guy's house. I hope they put him in his place."I was looking for you, idiot, Dad would have seen you in there.""What do you think? That I am not aware of my father's steps? I already knew it. I don't like that you arrived just like that. And what were you doing talking to those guys?""Forget
I advanced to the classroom and saw something that scared me. It was one of those poisonous spiders, with its shiny yellow and black body. I had almost forgotten how dangerous this country was. As I thought about what to do, the spider inched toward me, as if it knew how scared I was. I couldn't allow myself to be paralyzed by fear; I had to act fast. I froze because those things scared me, at that moment Kessler appeared and looked at my scared face."What's wrong with you, girl? do spiders scare you?" I nodded and he smiled "don't worry, spiders are not dangerous here, they are not really poisonous. I myself accustomed them to my presence, so you don't have to fear them" Kessler approached the spider and took it in his hand, I moved away from them. He laughed and told me not to hurt him. Now I understood why Kessler wasn't afraid of spiders, but I was still very scared. He took her out the window and I could breathe with relief, I had realized that I had started a normal conversat
"Do you like my brother?" I dared to ask, as her gaze was that of an admirer sighing over her idol. Lottie blushed and hid a smile."I didn't know he was your brother, what a shame," she said, taking a sip of her juice."Don't worry, my brother doesn't have a girlfriend," I winked at her."Now that he's hanging out with the popular crowd, I doubt I stand a chance with him," she sighed.I laughed. "Lucas is an idiot, don't judge him just by his good looks. He's unbearable. If you want, I can help you with him.""Really? Why would you do that?" she asked curiously. Outside, it started raining as if the cold weather wasn't enough."Lottie, I like you even though I've only known you for less than a day. And, to be honest, you're my brother's type.""Who's my type?" Lucas approached the table, carrying his backpack as if he were about to leave."Where are you going?" I asked, sounding like an overprotective mother."The guys invited me to the forest. They said they're having a small gather
"Let go of me," I straightened up, returning to my seat and adjusting my hair. It's obvious he noticed too, but I simply decided to ignore it. I don't like Kessler, I feel something dark within him that doesn't give me confidence. "Have we arrived yet?""Not yet, kitten, we're close.""Don't call me that," I reproached."Whatever you say, kitten."I closed my eyes for a few seconds because dealing with Kessler is like dealing with a wall. Kessler stopped near a huge tree."We have to go on foot from here," he says."But it's raining," I pointed out as if it weren't obvious."A little water won't hurt you."He got out, so I had no choice but to do the same. Luckily, it was just a drizzle and not too strong."Watch your step, this forest can be very treacherous."The grass and everything else was slippery; I used my bag as an umbrella."Why are we here? I'm starting to think Lucas isn't here and that you just brought me to distract me," I spoke. "Kessler!" The guy was blatantly ignoring
I got up abruptly, forgetting about my injured foot, which caused me to wince in pain."Be careful," he said, getting up as well."What's wrong with you?! Why do you come and kiss me like that out of nowhere?" I wiped the area with my hand.I could see a glimmer of sadness in Kessler's eyes, but he quickly brushed it off."Eva, don't exaggerate. It was just a kiss.""The first one. And how the hell did you know it was the first?"He shrugged."You look like someone who hasn't kissed before."What exasperation."No one believes that, Mr. Know-it-all. You better leave, Kessler, because you're stressing me out."Kessler made a swift move, his hands now on my waist."I told you I won't leave you alone, and it's still raining."I grabbed his hands and tried to remove them."Get your hands off me."Kessler stepped back."Tell me, Eva, what brings you here?" he asked, walking around the room as if he knew it perfectly."Don't you realize? My father is the new sheriff in town, he's here to in
As the evening passed and night fell, I felt even more worried because Lucas hadn't come home. It's all Kessler's fault; that guy will give me a lot of trouble. It was almost seven in the evening. Dad wasn't coming; I think he'll be late because of that boy's death. I'm anxious, uncomfortable, and desperate. I can't wait any longer. Limping, I left the house and crossed the garden to Kessler's house. I knocked on the door desperately and waited for someone to open it.Kessler appeared in my field of vision almost immediately."Eva? I thought something had happened. Why are you walking? You have a injured foot; you should be resting.""Lucas hasn't shown up," I entered his house without even asking for permission. "I need you to call one of your friends and make sure my brother is okay. Lucas isn't answering my calls.""Calm down, Eva, relax.""I can't! My brother is missing.""Eva, he's not missing. Your brother is fine.""Take me to him."God, I'm acting like a crazy mother. I can't
"At what party?""On the mountain, the highest one. They always throw parties there.""Are there any witnesses who can confirm that information?"I bit my lip, remembering that neither Maia nor Junior made it to the party yesterday. I also didn't see Jeremiah; the only ones who could say they saw me are Monica and Miranda.Great."Liam.""Anyone else?""Uh, yes! T-Theo... Theo W-White.""Anyone else?""Those are the only ones I know.""Alright. One moment, please." The police officer leaves the room, and I'm left alone. From movies, I know that the huge mirror in front of me is a window to another room where they are also watching me.I can't believe Jeremiah is dead, oh my God, what happened to him? My hands are shaking, I feel very anxious. I don't like this place.The officer returns minutes later."We've called Theo White, and he's on his way. You need to give us the names of at least two more people. We need proof, not just words."Whatever."There are two girls that... I had pro
"Miss, step back, please!"The wolf growled louder and approached."We're going to shoot!""Don't shoot, please!"I looked at the wolf, who now seemed to realize what was happening. It was cornered. For a moment, I thought it would run away, but no, its demeanor returned to that of an angry wolf, and it advanced towards me.A gunshot.And another."No!"They hit the wolf, but it didn't stop. The wolf ran towards the forest, but it was injured. People applauded the police for hitting it. I ran after it, thinking I must be crazy for doing this, but I couldn't help feeling that the wolf needed me. I ran and ran, following the blood trail until I found it. I saw the wolf lying next to a tree.Tears streamed down my face seeing it in that state. I wasn't afraid at that moment; I just got on my knees next to it. The wolf looked at me, and its ears pinned back."I'm so sorry."It had several bullet wounds and was bleeding a lot. I couldn't help but sob."I'm so sorry."The wolf whined, and I
I half-smiled and got out of the car. Liam drove off into the forest. What is he doing? I went inside, thinking Mom or Dad would be waiting for me, super worried, but I guess Dad is keeping his word to let me fly. I went upstairs and locked the door once I was in my room.I was surprised to see Liam there."You're fast.""I wanted to spend the night with you, Cristine. I'm not going to leave you alone again."Liam hugged me, and I was grateful for it. We both got into bed and cuddled. I felt loved, cherished, and protected. Little by little, the fear started to fade."I'll take care of your dreams."His head massages made me sleepier and sleepier until I finally fell asleep.•The next morning, I opened my eyes slowly. I heard the birds chirping by the window. I looked for Liam beside me, but he was already gone. I knew it, I knew he would leave at dawn. I got up, my head aching a little. There was a note next to me that read:Good morning, sweetheart. I'll pick you up to take you to
"Sounds like a good idea." I took off his shirt, kissed his neck, and licked his ear. I looked at the half-moon in the sky, illuminating us a bit. I thought about how Liam would pay for deceiving me and how the moon would help me with my revenge. I sensually removed all my clothes in front of Liam, my naked body exposed to him. There was grass on the ground, so we lay down there. This reminded me of the night we became a couple."You're so beautiful."More than Miranda? I wanted to ask but kept quiet."So gorgeous... everything about you drives me crazy." Liam sucked on my breasts, and I felt so much pleasure that I moaned. I sat on top of him, starting to move back and forth. "Oh yes... Cristine, you're incredible." He scratched my back."Do you like it?""A lot."I smiled bitterly as I made love to him.When we were about to climax, I felt Liam getting extremely hot, just like what happened with Theo the other time. I was a bit puzzled by the similarity but decided to ignore it. May
I went downstairs."Are you going out?" Dad was at the table reading some papers."Yes, we're going to a party with Maia and the guys. Can I go?" I approached him. I didn't like being distant with my father; I've always been a daddy's girl, which is why Greg and his friends teased me. And now, with Liam's presence, he's not happy, so he's been very distant from me."Alright, have fun, honey.""I don't like being mad at you." I sat on his lap. "You're my daddy, and I love you.""I love you too, honey, it's just that... there are things you still don't understand. You're very young, and I just want to protect you. That's all."I smiled and kissed his cheek."Let me make my own decisions, let me make mistakes because that's the only way I'll gain experience and learn life's lessons. You can't keep me in a glass box forever, Dad.""That's what hurts the most: not being able to do that.""Dad...""I'll try not to be so distrustful and give you more freedom, but don't hesitate to come to me
-What are you doing here?Theo's look was dark, he didn't seem to see me.-My mom brought Maia so I couldn't get away, don't worry we're leaving," I crossed my arms.-Christine, you shouldn't come to this house anymore.Her words hurt me but I also swallowed the feeling.-If that's what you want, it's okay, you won't see me again.Theo closed his eyes for a few seconds and then let his guard down.-It's not that I don't want you to come but that it hurts me to see you and know you're not mine.A lunge.-It hurts me to see you and know I can't touch you, kiss you, or make you mine.Another thrust.His words would make any woman fall in love.I bit my bottom lip and lowered my gaze to his lips. What the hell am I doing? Am I hurting because of the way Liam is cheating on me? Maybe Liam right now is kissing Miranda or making love to her, I don't want to think about that! It's torturous.-I already told you that you won't see me again now please jump.Theo moved closer, I could tell he wa
"That's just the town entrance; there are still a few kilometers to go before we reach the houses.""Sorry, ladies, but this is as far as I can go.""We'll have to walk."I rolled my eyes, paid the taxi driver, and we got out. The man's behavior was strange; he didn't want to enter the town."What now?""We walk."Maia and I started walking. The afternoon was fading, and the sun was setting. Maia knew to respect my need for silence and reflection."I'll get over it. We were only together for a day."Maia laughed."It's funny, but you were together before Liam made it official.""Yes. I suppose it was just attraction," I swallowed hard."You're angry, but I know it hurt to see him with someone else.""Of course. I feel betrayed and hurt, but believe me, if I could get over Kaleb, I can get over anything.""I never thought Liam would lead a double life."I sighed."Neither did I. He seemed so sincere when he was with me, but I guess he's a perfect liar.""Are we not going to the party t
"There are a lot of handsome guys."I laughed."I see that.""And to think Theo would be here.""Calm down, Maia. Theo still has time to come to the university.""I know, I hope he comes around. You know, I'm starting to think that if the girl is at the university and Theo didn't want to come... it might be because she's not here.""And you're just telling me this now.""We're already here."We climbed the stairs until we reached the administration office."Hello, good afternoon. I'm looking for my friend CB."The secretary looked at us strangely. She was just a very young girl."CB?""Yes, she's my friend's cousin. She came from out of town, and we want to surprise her. We call her that out of affection; those are her initials: CB. I don't know if you can find her by her last name.""Let me try. There's a long list of girls with the initials CB.""Layla! There are two boys arguing in the yard. Come quickly, please," a blonde girl approached the secretary."What? Girls, wait here." Th
"Where did you go?" Maia was sipping her juice. I sat down next to her with my untouched lunch."I stayed in the bathroom.""How's your foot? When I looked for you, you were gone, so I came here alone.""It's fine, don't worry." I took a sip of my juice."Are we going to the university today?""Today? I don't think we'll have time.""Where are you planning to go?" Liam appeared behind me and sat down next to me."Umm... am I intruding?""Not at all, Maia.""We hardly talk, Maia, but now that Cristine and I are dating, I hope that changes."Maia smiled."You're dating? Cristine hadn't told me anything! Congratulations.""I hadn't had the time to tell you.""Do you mind if some friends join us?""Who?""Them.""Oh, the ones you had trouble with Kaleb the first time.""Yes.""No problem."Liam signaled to his friends to come to our table. They sat with us. The guys were serious like Liam and wore black jackets."This is Junior and his brother Jeremías.""Nice to meet you.""Hi, I'm Maia.