Buttoning up his shirt Adrian ran his fingers through his hair and left the room. While descending the stairs he stopped halfway seeing the person at the front.Adrian looked at him with a blank face." Addy bro, Did you see sissy?" Leo asked him, still roaming his gaze around to get a glimpse of her.Adrian frowned listening to Leo. Sissy? Sister? Did he have a sister too? He didn't know that." Do you have a sister too?" He asked, confused." Oh! I mean Jane. We are childhood buddies but she is like my sister. Mom is searching for her but God knows where she is." Leo ended up giving him a detailed answer that he didn't ask for. But his mind was stuck at one word, sister.Adrian felt a sudden gush of relief hit him empting the burden of his chest. ' She is like a sister to him!' Adrian thought in his mind, delighted. All this time he kept blaming her for nothing. But how would he know that they didn't like each other romantically? Sister or not he didn't like how she was so c
" Are you sure you wanna bunk the last class?" Isabella asked Jane, raising her eyebrows. Since morning she could feel her friend's restlessness. She had a feeling that Jane was disturbed about something. There was no way this girl would miss a class willingly. But she kept insisting that nothing happened. " huh?! Oh. I... yeah. I gotta go. Aunt Mary wanted me home early. Bye Isabella. See you." Jane left hurriedly without giving any chance to Isabella to speak further.Clutching her backpack tightly she almost rushed out of the gate. She let out the breath that she was holding for so long. Even the gatekeeper was looking at her weirdly. Jane soon took some steps forward to make herself invisible from the building. It was all happening because of him. She couldn't believe she had to lie to everyone just because he wanted her to. Looking at the sky she couldn't help but envy the birds. How they were flying utilizing freedom to its fullest. She dreamed of that freedom. Only if she
Jane took a step back seeing his reaction. Adrian rubbed the bridge of his nose with his thumb and kept running his hands through his hair, unbothered. His calm composed state made her stomach churn. She wasn't sure if she was ready to face the upcoming storm yet. Whistling, Adrian started walking in her direction, reducing the gaps. To maintain the distance Jane kept going backward but Adrian didn't change his pace. His face was fixed on her. Suddenly her back hit a rigid structure. Turning back she saw a wood crafted wall abstaining her from taking any steps backward. Taking out the ring from her finger she threw it on the ground in frustration. In acute desperation of saving herself from his wrath, she bolted for the doorway of the house. Turning back she almost succeeded to close it but the door was jerked open from the outside. There stood the person she wanted to hide from. Panicking she ran towards the staircase but was pulled to his chest in a flash. As soon as she starte
Adrian left the house in fury. Banging hard with his fist on a nearby wall he hopped in the driver's seat and closed the door with a thud. The heavy engine harshly rambled as he sped away with his car. He couldn't trust his own self. Spending one more minute with her, he would have ended up hurting her again. But she brought it on herself. The girl was an ill mannered rebel. To date, he kept taking her disrespect lightly. He even found her tantrums cute. But now it was getting annoying. He needed to take her fully under his control before it's too late.He still couldn't comprehend how she could reject him. HIM! She kept telling him that he was proud and arrogant but in reality when she was the one. He planned so much for the evening but she had to ruin it all. Couldn't she appreciate the effort he was putting in?He just hoped she would soon realize his love. Otherwise, he had to use his twisted ways and surely she'd not like it.…………Samuel checked the time on his wristwatch wh
Brushing the hair for one last time Jane let it fall on both sides of her shoulders. Taking down the hairbrush on the dressing table she looked at her image in the mirror." Coming ". She bolted towards the door hearing the bell. "Wow, girl! Are you sure you are not the one performing.?" Isabella teased her while entering inside. " Shut up. Look at you too."Jane rolled her eyes. Both of them ended up laughing together. After that eventful day, Jane hardly left her room last week. She even missed her classes for the first two days. Today she had to go to Liam's school for their cultural program. Aria and Liam both were over the moon about theirperformance. She couldn't turn them down seeing their enthusiasm. Jane asked Isabella for once and she was more than ready to join them. It turned out she was in the same school and didn't want to miss the chance to relive their happening cultural fest."Let's go. Everyone's waiting." Both of them took the elevator to come to the ground flo
" Are you guys sure that you don't wanna go home now?" Jane again asked her friends, hoping that they would change their minds. " Yes, I am. And you are coming with us too." Isabella rolled her eyes. Jane looked at Ryan but he nodded his head, silently agreeing with his cousin." Bella is right. We three didn't hang out together for a long time. Please, Jane. Come with us. It will be my treat." Ryan tried to convince her with puppy eyes. " Now you should come with us. Ryan is a close-fisted guy. If he is giving treats by himself, it's no less than a miracle." Isabella teased him." You brat! Now I won't take you with us." Ryan pretended to be offended." No.. please please, I am sorry…" Isabella tried to sound genuine.Jane laughed silently seeing their antics. She had exactly the same relationship with Leo even if they weren't blood related. They had grown up together and knew each other forever. " Okay okay, I will go." Jane interfered in the middle." Really?" Both of the
" Don't even think about it," Adrian spoke out, in a stone hard and chilly voice. Much to her displeasure he was still standing too close for her liking, invading her personal space. " Urghh!" Suddenly Adrian slammed his head on the nearby glass window frame, letting out a loud throaty sound. It was a surprise the frame didn't shatter with the force. Jane pressed both of her palms tightly on the ears, her eyes were shut. She refused to witness his madness anymore. She was perplexed.She was going through a brainstorming session in her mind to get out of this situation, unharmed. But received nothing except grave disappointment.Opening her eyes slightly she tried to understand the situation. But to her dismay, he was still rooted in his place. Blood came out of his forehead wetting his lashes, dribbling to his cheeks but his eyes were still boring a hole in her face with his gaze.She couldn't handle the intensity of the situation. Curving to the side she bolted for the door. But
As soon as the car stopped near her apartment Jane darted out of the car and started running towards the gate. Her only goal was to get into her room at any cost and hide from the psycho who was making her life a living hell. Getting into the lift she took a sigh of relief. She was safe at least for today. Suddenly her throat felt heavy as she remembered what happened in the evening. The disgust, anger, and helplessness were making her restless. She wished someone was there to help her in this situation. Hugging her backpack tightly she came out of the lift and went towards her room. But her steps halted as soon as she discovered the person standing near her apartment. Not again! How did he even reach here before her? She didn't have the energy to deal with him anymore. Rubbing her temple with her fingers she stood in front of him." Move". She said as calmly as possible. Adrian smirked looking at her. " Did you really think you could outrun me with those little legs of yours?" H
PAST CONTINUES _____When they arrived home, Jane's father shoved her inside and slammed the door, locking her in her room. She heard her mother's hurried steps coming closer, and then muffled voices through the door as her father explained everything he thought had happened. Soon, her mother's voice pierced through, furious and hurt. Moments later, the door flew open, and her mother's face was red with anger."What did you do, Jane! You've tarnished our family name. All the respect that your father earned through the years, you ruined it all." her mother shouted, her voice sharp and loud. "Do you know what people will say now, huh? A good, religious Christian girl would never do something like this. Never!" She raised her hand and slapped Jane, the sharp sting ringing in her ears, then hit her again, harder.Jane stood there, numb. She barely felt the slaps, barely registered her mother's words. She just stared blankly, her mind empty.The next day was her birthday. All Jane did was
PAST CONTINUES ____Robert's voice thundered through the room, making them all freeze. "No," he growled, his eyes darkening. Everyone froze for a moment. "Not before I get her first." His words brought a nasty cheer from the others, filling the room with their hoots and whistles."Now that's like our big bro, " one of them jeered.Jane's chest tightened as terror washed over her. Desperation surged, and with all her strength, she shoved Robert back. He staggered, stunned for a moment, but then his eyes turned furious. He lunged forward, shoving her so hard that she stumbled, her head colliding with the edge of a table. Pain exploded through her forehead as she fell to the ground, a warm trickle of blood beginning to run down her face.“ No … no.. this… it can't be happening. I have to do something. I have to get out of here.” Jane kept repeating the words continuously in her mind. Dazed, she tried to get up, her mind spinning with fear and pain. Jane barely had time to steady herself
Jay leaned back on his couch, his voice dripped with frustration as he muttered, “Had you guys not given me that stupid challenge, I’d have never gone for someone like her. I mean, seriously! It’s been months, and we haven’t even made it to first base. I keep acting all sweet and cringe, but she keeps acting like a fucking prude!”One of his friends raised an eyebrow, smirking. “So, what’s the plan with her then?”Jay shrugged, rolling his eyes. “Honestly, I was thinking of ending this whole stupid drama. Plus it’s been way too long since I hooked up with Ivy, and I’m already bored. But now…” Jay’s gaze flicked over to Robert, who was sitting silently, a drink in his hand. “Seems like I have to tolerate her for a few more days. Right, Robert?”One of the other guys frowned, looking between Jay and Robert. “Robert? What’s he got to do with this?”Jay smirked, leaning in a little closer, “You don’t know, do you? Well, not sure what Robert saw in her but apparently, that ‘wannabe innoc
A month later, Jane made her way through the school corridor, looking for Jay. When she finally spotted him with his friends, they were all laughing and teasing him about something. “ Jay!” She called out his name, and all of them turned her way, hooting and grinning. Her face warmed, and she looked away, biting back a smile.As her eyes swept the group, she noticed Rick watching her, his gaze steady. Her smile faltered a bit as memories came rushing back. Rick’s older brother, Robert, had proposed to her last year. Jane’s stomach twisted at the thought.She remembered how uncomfortable she’d felt back then. Robert was much older than her, but he had been so persistent, refusing to accept her polite rejections. But she knew what he was really like. Robert was infamous for his gambling, drinking, and Casanova image. When he didn’t take “no” for an answer, she’d had to stand her ground. She even had to get her family involved, and finally, Robert backed off.Now, seeing Rick’s gaze m
You’re looking a bit different. Oh my gosh! Did you straighten your hair? And… is that lip gloss?” Camilla’s eyes sparkled with excitement as she studied Jane, a wide grin spreading across her face.Jane shifted uncomfortably, her fingers brushing over her hair. “I… I just thought I’d try something new,” she murmured, trying to brush it off with a weak smile.Camilla’s grin only grew as she nudged Jane playfully. “Oh, stop. Spill it, Jane! Do you think I am too dumb to not understand? All these are because of a certain someone… named… Jay Black?” Her voice dropped to a teasing whisper, eyebrows waggling.Jane’s face flushed, and she tried to deny it, but her cheeks betrayed her, turning bright red. She fiddled with her glasses, feeling her heart hammer as Camilla giggled.Just then, Jay walked over. “Jane, can you please help me wit….” as his eyes flicked to Jane, he paused mid-step. For a moment, he seemed at a loss for words. “Uh… you look different today, Jane,” Jay said, looking a
“You are suspended for the next one week.” Jane heard the principal’s voice roar from inside his office as she stood outside, her hands fidgeting nervously. She waited, biting her lip, feeling a twist of guilt in her stomach. Jay didn't need to be there, getting the scolding. But he had taken the blame without saying a word.Finally, the door opened, and Jay walked out. He glanced at her and Camilla, who was awkwardly standing by the wall. Camilla looked at him with guilty eyes. “Thanks for… you know, covering for me,” she blurted, looking with guilt and gratitude. “I was just trying to mix those reagents as a joke. I didn’t think—”Jay raised a hand, brushing it off. “It’s fine.”Then his eyes met Jane’s, holding her gaze for just a second. For once, Jane didn’t look away. “Thank you,” she said quietly, feeling the weight of her words.He gave her a small smile, one that was softer than anything she’d ever seen from him. Jane’s heart skipped, and for a moment, everything around the
HER PAST (CONTINUES) Jane was rushing down the hallway, trying to find her locker when she suddenly collided with someone. Her books scattered across the floor.“Hey! Can’t you watch where you’re going?” a sharp voice rang out.Startled, Jane staggered back, and when she looked up, she saw him—tall, broad-shouldered, and standing over her with a frown. His blonde hair was slightly messy. He had sharp features, a strong jawline, and striking blue eyes that looked down at her with irritation.“I—I’m sorry, I didn’t see you.”The boy rolled his eyes, clearly not interested in her apology. “Whatever. Just stay out of my way next time.”Jane felt her anger rising at the rudeness in his tone. She was about to snap but stopped herself. “Look, I didn’t do it on purpose. You don’t have to be so rude.”The boy raised an eyebrow, his eyes cold, “Maybe you should pay more attention.”Jane’s cheeks flushed with frustration. “Maybe you should be less of a jerk.”The boy gave her a once-over, his l
“Don’t even dare. Just let me go,” Jane spat, trying to pull away, but Adrian wasn’t listening.In a split second, he pressed his lips against hers. Jane’s entire body froze, her heart stopping in her chest. She turned her head sharply, trying to escape, but before she could shove him away, a voice echoed through the room.“What’s going on here?” Jane’s father’s voice was stern as he entered the room. Jane saw Camilla behind him, entering the room. Her eyes were wide with disbelief.Jane’s face turned pale. Her father and Camilla standing in front of her, Jane finding herself in this position with a boy…. All of these just gave her a flashback. Memories from five years ago flooded her mind. It is the same situation, almost the same people, and the same misunderstanding. And now She was frozen thinking that she had to live that same nightmare once again. Jane could barely breathe as she watched her father take slow, deliberate steps toward her and Adrian. His eyes were blazing with f
The brutality, the swiftness of it all— made Jane feel sick. Adrian just killed him! He just killed him in the most brutal, animalistic way. Death came in an instant, without hesitation.Aria clung to Jane, her small body trembling, and Jane could barely hold herself together. Right then, she felt more helpless than ever. The fear, the adrenaline, the horror—it was all too much.Adrian finally turned to face her, his calm expression unchanged. He slowly walked in front of her and held her hands. “ Are you okay?” He whispered, like a lullaby. Unable to form any words, her body trembled. Adrian held her face gently and Jane got back her senses as the warm blood touched her face. She visualized a slideshow of everything that happened in the last few months. How she came to this city to fulfill her dream of being a doctor. But now, her hands felt heavy, tainted by the bloodshed she had just witnessed. The lifeless bodies on the floor, the violence she never imagined being a part of—it