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King of Campus Chapter 50: Ivy
I soothe my fingers over the fresh bruises blooming their way across his flesh before tugging the shirt down. It's on the tip of my tongue to tell him about the audition as we walk to the lot where his truck is parked. As much as I need his advice, I know Roan has a lot on his mind with the Bowling Green game coming up.The last thing he needs to worry about is me.I glance at him and notice the faint smudges under his eyes. He's working so hard. Up and out the door before I wake in the morning to workout in the gym before practice. Then its classes, studying, watching game film, and yet another practice before falling into bed only to get up and do the same thing all over again the next day.As much as I want to tell him to take it easy, I know it won't do a damn bit of good. He won't stop pushing himself until he achieves what he's set out to. His dedication and focus are only part of what I admire about him.It's lightly that I say, "You look tired."He smiles before pul
King of Campus Chapter 51: Ivy
Who would have thought that our very own Roan King would actually settle down with a girl? And look so damn content doing it??? *Headshake* Mind totally blown... KingOfCampus.comI glance at the leaden-colored clouds overhead and hope the weather holds. The last thing I need is for the sky to open up and pour down on us. The day is overcast and there's a definite chill to the air. What else would you expect in Cincinnati at the end of October? I'm tempted to pinch myself. It's difficult to believe that I'm here. Lexie squeezes my hand as we stand outside the Aronoff Center where the Cincinnati Ballet performs.This isn't the first time I've been here. My mom and I spent a long weekend in Cincinnati and took in a show. The CBC performed the Nutcracker at Christmas time. It was nothing short of magical. The entire time I sat in the audience, my gaze stayed glued to the dancers on stage in their gorgeous costumes with their graceful sweeping movements. I remember whisperin
King of Campus Chapter 52: Ivy
Another winning game where Roan King was literally on fire. It's as if every pass thrown to him couldn't have gone anywhere but in those big strong hands of his. Bulldog fever has never been more out of control. If you're not a Bulldog fan, you might as well pack your bags and get the hell out of town. Once again, RK has proven that he's NFL ready. And he's never looked so good doing it either... KingOfCampus.com "Have you heard anything yet?" Lexie asks.Biting my nails, I shake my head. It's been three days since the audition in Cincinnati. I thought for sure I would have heard something by now. If not by the company itself, then by Eric who is friends with one of the chorographers. I've been on pins and needles ever since. Every time my phone buzzes, I find myself pouncing on it.Even though there were over two hundred dancers at the audition, I don't feel like I could have performed any better. By the end of my three-minute piece, everything I had to give was left
King of Campus Chapter 53: Ivy
I hear the smile in his voice when he says, "Welcome to the Cincinnati Ballet.""Thank you." I can't help but squeeze my eyes shut and kick my legs in the air. "Thank you so much!"We say our goodbyes and I sit there for I-don't-know-how-long just staring at the phone in my hand. My entire body vibrates with excitement.I'm going to dance with the Cincinnati Ballet!My first impulse is to race over to Roan's apartment and share the good news with him.As I sprint to the door, doubt niggles its way into my brain. I mean...how will we make our relationship work when I'm six hours away and he's at Barnett?Mr. Moliter said the first couple months would be difficult. Which isn't surprising. I'll have all new choreography to learn. An entire show worth. The hours will be long. Exhausting. It's doubtful I'll have any spare time to visit Roan. And with football, school, and getting ready for the draft, neither will he.I inhale a deep breath and try to calm my racing thought
King of Campus Chapter 54: Ivy
One side of his mouth hitches before his lips slide across mine. It only takes a moment before I'm opening under the gentle pressure. His tongue mingles with mine before he pulls away."I love you, too." His grin is so wide that he's practically beaming. "You beat me to it. I've been wanting to tell you for a while now."I can't help but return the expression. "Me, too." He shoves the books from his bed. They crash on to the floor before Roan sinks to the mattress, pulling me down on top of him. His hands wrap around my waist as if to anchor me in place.He stares up at me with love shining brightly from his eyes. "I know we haven't been together long, but you mean more to me than anyone else ever has."I lower my face until I can stroke my lips over his. "I feel the same.""Are you going to spend the night?" He raises a brow. "Queen-sized bed."With the Cincinnati Ballet dilemma forgotten, I smile. "Yup." There's nowhere else I'd rather be than right here with Ro
King of Campus Chapter 55: Ivy
Awwww... Yet another ooey-gooey photo snapped of Roan King and his girl. Is anyone else getting sick of seeing these two lovebirds together??? I know I am. KingOfCampus.com"Babe, I'm so sorry you didn't get the part." Roan pulls me in for a hug and holds me close, gently rubbing my back. "You must be really bummed." He drops a series of light kisses on the top of my head. "Those bastards don't know what they're missing out on." Anger vibrates in his tone. It's like he's actually affronted on my behalf.Which is so sweet...I stare at the rolling lawns of Barnett and watch as people rush past on their way to class. Its early November and the trees are completely bare. The temperature has grown chilly making it necessary to wear a warm coat when heading outdoors.Guilt floods through me and I clear my throat. "Yeah, I'm bummed about not getting it." That isn't necessarily a lie. I am bummed about not going to Cincinnati. Although, I feel like it would be worse if I we
King of Campus Chapter 56: Roan
Someone's looking good out there on the football field... All I have to say is that Ivy Kaster is one hell of a lucky girl. KingOfCampus.comWe're walking toward the locker room after a grueling two-hour practice when Dylan unsnaps the strap of his helmet and lifts it from his head. Then, like a goddamn dog, the asshole shakes out his wet hair. Since I've already removed my helmet, his sweat hits me like a spray of bullets.With a curl of my upper lip, I give him a good shove. "Dude, that's disgusting. Get the fuck away from me!"The asswipe actually chuckles. "That's man sweat. You wouldn't know anything about that. You mostly stand around looking pretty.""Yeah," I snort, "that sounds like me. Once again, you've nailed it right on the head."He smirks before looking me up and down. "Sure you shouldn't be playing quarterback?"I give him the stink eye in return. "Fuck you, dude."A wide smile spreads across his face. "Sorry, you're not my type. You're a little too
King of Campus Chapter 57: Roan
Do you hear that? It's the sound of thousands of Barnett women rejoicing that Roan King is once again single. Ivy Kaster's loss is our gain. KingOfCampus.com"Hey, I didn't expect to see you tonight. I thought you had-and I quote," she holds up her fingers to make little bunny ears, "a shit ton of work to plow through." Ivy smiles from where she sits on her bed. Now that Eric has filled me in on the situation, I see the heaviness of the decision that weighs her down. I'd thought it was the pain of rejection, but that's not the case. Even Ivy realizes that what she's set on doing is wrong and it only reinforces that I need to make it right again.The fact that she is willing to sacrifice her dreams makes me feel completely unworthy.I don't deserve that kind of love from her.I attempt to hoist a slight smile but can't force the edges of my lips to tilt upward. It's too damn hard. My heart already aches. I'd be lying if I didn't admit that my heart is screaming for me to
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