" 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
" Is there some special occasion, Jane?" Isabella asked her friend with curiosity. " To be honest I don't know. But trust me Aunt Mary makes amazing food. You two will love it." Jane gave her friends a cheeky smile. She was surprised when her aunt suddenly called after class and told her to bring her friends for dinner. 'What must be the special occasion?' She wondered. But whatever the reason was, she was more than happy to take them home." Yes! I can't wait either." Ryan sounded over enthusiastic." Let's go then." Three of them took a cab and went towards their destination.………… " Auntie, look who is here." Jane entered the room with a broad smile as soon as Mary opened the door. But it vanished looking at the figures sitting in the living room." Mom! Dad!" She whispered almost not believing her eyes.Her parents gave a slight warm smile listening to her surprised tone." We haven't seen you for a long time. Your mom was missing you. So we just decided to pay a visit ." Her
" You? How did you come inside?" Jane looked to her left side to find the door was locked, now." Come on! Don't act like you didn't keep it open for me to come?" Adrian murmured with his head still buried in the crook of her neck.Did she forget to lock the door again? Shit! Jane cursed herself in her mind. Why couldn't she be a little bit more responsible? Always asking for trouble by herself. Her already disturbed mind felt even more bitter now.Taking a deep breath she started speaking," Listen! My parents are here. I don't want any trouble. Please go from here." Jane said as calmly as possible." Like you haven't already brought trouble with you?" Adrian chuckled, standing in the same position, pulling her more into him. One of his hands started rising upwards, brushing her hair with his fingers playfully." What did you just say?" Jane's voice sounded tough this time. Adrian who was lost in the world, enjoying every moment till then, came to his senses. He frowned, not liki
The setting sun cast a warm golden hue across the city as Isabella and Jane sat in her apartment, preparing for the much-anticipated Johnson's party. Isabella's eyes gleamed with excitement, and her heart filled with the anticipation of a glamorous evening. Jane, however, sat on the edge of the bed, her face clouded with mixed emotions, remembering the hurt Adrian had caused her just the other day.She couldn't believe what her life had become! Why did she come here and what was she doing? Being a mere plaything for an obnoxious bastard! "Jane." Hearing Isabella's voice she had to reign in her mind. " Oho! Get ready first. I ditched Ryan and my uncle just because I wanted to go with you. I am damn excited to be at that party. I have heard so much about Johnson's party but I never got a chance to go there. I only heard stories from Ryan. Can't believe I didn't even know them a few months ago. But now it feels like I have known them for years." Excitement was dripping from her voi
Adrian started walking in her direction but halted after hearing a voice from behind." Mr.Adrian Alan Johnson! I feel you are in need of some company. Want me to join you?" The woman said in a lush smooth voice.Without even turning around, Adrian knew who it was! Suddenly his mood went bitter. Frowning, he turned to face the woman standing in front of him, clad in a shimmering silver gown. " What do you want, Kiara?" Adrian asked straight forward, without bushing around." Oho! Looks like Mr.Johnson isn't in a very good mood at his own party hmm?" She took a step in his direction, already invading his personal space. Her smokey eyes with hidden meaning were looking at him straightly.Adrian couldn't help but feel irritated by Kiara, the girl seemed determined to get closer to him despite his disinterest.Kiara, even after knowing everything, constantly found excuses to strike up conversations with him. 'Seems like she has already digested the last insult.' Adrian thought, frust
Jane's heart pounded in her chest as the music abruptly came to a halt, and she felt Adrian's grip release her. Relief washed over her like a tidal wave, freeing her from the suffocating hold he had on her. Her breath caught as Adrian leaned in close, his voice a mere whisper meant solely for her ears."Don't forget about our date my love", he murmured, his words carrying a hint of possessiveness and warning.Jane's eyes widened as she felt her mind racing. She knew she had to keep up appearances, to mask the torment he had put her through. Glancing around the room, her gaze met Isabella's eyes who was looking at them with dreamy eyes. Her auntie and uncle were puzzled but their expressions were telling of their pride in her. Liam looked happy to find his sissy for the first time in the evening. While Ryan looked at her with furrowed brows as if trying to understand the situation.They were all watching her, waiting for an explanation she wasn't yet ready to give.Gathering every
“ I RAPED HER.” The room was so quiet it felt like time itself had stopped. Adrian’s voice broke the silence again, trembling and choking.“ I... I was just six years old,” he began, his eyes staring at some invisible point in the air. “Outside my school one day, I found a pretty little kitten. So small, so innocent… like a tiny snowball. I loved her so much... too much.” He gulped, his hands clenching tightly, “I’d feed her every day. But when I tried to hold it… it would just run away. One week passed... two weeks... but still, it wouldn’t come near me.” His voice grew weaker as he spoke,“ One day… out of anger, I slapped her away refusing to feed. And then I came home and cried to Mom hard… so, so hard. I didn't eat that night. The next morning when I woke up... the kitten was beside my bed.” He looked toward his mother now, his eyes glossy with tears. “I was so happy, Mom… I was so… so happy that you brought it for me. I hugged her, loved her, tried to take care of her”.His v
“ Mr. Adrian Alan Johnson, you are under arrest. You need to come with us, please.” One of the officers said with a bit of hesitation. “ What? Why officer?” Samuel asked, he almost couldn't believe his ears. The officer looked at both of their faces before speaking again. “ Mr. White complained about you in the police station. He said you…,” he stopped for a bit, “ that you misbehaved with her daughter, tried to molest her.” The officer completed his words looking at Adrian to get a reaction. But to everyone’s surprise, Adrian was still looking blankly at him, as if lost in his own world. Seeing that Adrian wasn't telling anything Samuel again decided to speak, “ but…” “ I am sorry sir, we can't do anything about this. Mr. Andrew Johnson also went to the station along with Mr. White.” The officer said and waited for them to speak. The shock was visible on Samuel’s face. He didn't know what to say anymore.In the middle of all these, Adrian suddenly decided to speak, “ Let's go
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