Amara
I love it when he wraps his arms around me. I look into his gorgeous brown eyes and bald head as he leans close to whisper. “I love you, baby.” As I lay a kiss on his luscious lips, he gives me a wicked smile and deepens the kiss. “I love you too, Sophie.” He whispers back. I feel confused, but I continue to kiss him. It’s as if I’m me, but not me. It’s happening again; another girl and I are occupying the same space. It’s obvious, considering that I know my name is not Sophie, but I continue to kiss him because I’m just a part of her conscience. As the boy kisses me harder and pulls me tight into his arms, I think about how I don’t feel anything. It’s an odd experience. After a moment, I pull back and gaze lovingly into his eyes. A strand of hair falls across my eyes, obscuring my view. Giving me a gentle smile, he gives me an expectant look and pulls back a strand from my face. My─her, hair is
KellI can’t keep my eyes off, Amara. She is so incredibly beautiful. I knew today was picture day, but I never expected to be greeted by the sight of her perfection. My breath hitches as my eyes roam down her body. The dress she’s wearing looks soft as it drapes across her tall, slim figure. It’s the color of her gorgeous green eyes. Her skin looks even more golden in contrast with the emerald dress. I can’t help but wonder if her whole body is as golden all over. Her legs are an endless temptation, and her luscious lips look completely kissable. I gaze into her doe-like eyes and feel the world fade away.Wanting close contact, I move nearer and inhale her sweet scent of lavender. My eyes glaze, and my body instantly hardens with need. Amara turns around, surprised to find me so close, and gazes into my eyes. Trying not to let her see how she affects me, I gather my defenses, lick my lips, and whisper. “You look beautiful, beau
AmaraI had never run so fast from another person before. But there’s no way that I can explain what just happened to anyone, especially Kell. I imagine that he’d drag me loony been if I did.Unfortunately, I can’t really avoid talking about what happened because Juliet and Haley are waiting for me by my locker, looking extremely worried, which makes me feel guilty. Haley throws her arms around me and utters. “Amara, what happened?” I shake my head and continue to walk. “It was nothing. Nurse Donovan said that I must have fainted because I hadn’t eaten, and my sugar was low.” Both girls frown in consternation but don’t question me further. Adding credibility to my lie, I head to a vending machine, buy a granola bar and eat it quickly. “I have to go take pictures. I’ll meet you guys in class.” They both
KellI lay my books down on the table and wait for Amara. Earlier, Coach Blake asked me to be his starting quarterback. He was impressed with my speed and strength. If he only knew.I won’t pretend that I wasn’t surprised to see Amara at tryouts. She looked so hot in that cute blue dress. I wanted to rip it off her body and kiss every inch of her skin.The mere thought of tasting her soft skin makes goosebumps break out all over my body. Taking a fortifying breath, I rub my hands against my mouth. I know I should stay away from her, but every time I see her or touch her, my good intentions go out the window. And after seeing those pictures she took of me, I don’t know if I can stay away. I know she feels it. She has to feel that spark that we ignite when we’re around each other. It’s just not possible that she doesn’t feel the same way.Just then, the library doors open, and Amara walks in. She’s wearing
AmaraI watch Kell’s retreating back as he makes a hasty exit. Shame and anger burn through me at the thought that he ran from me. Images of Jason avoiding me after we had sex course through my mind.What is wrong with me?I can’t believe I let him kiss me. Leaning my back on the table, I sift my fingers through my hair and take a couple of deep breaths. I feel like such a fool right now. I don’t understand why this is happening again. I might not have had sex with Kell, but I can’t help but feel the same humiliation that I felt with Jason two years ago.Pushing away from the table, I swallow down my tears and pick up my things. The sky is dark and gloomy, which is a good reflection of my current mood. Gazing in the direction where Kell usually parks his car, I have to bite back a curse. It’s gone.Feeling foolish, I search the lot until I find my mini. It’s si
Kell“Hey, bro, what happened last night? You came in and disappeared.” Carrick asks as he casually slumps down in the front seat of my car. I don’t answer at first because I’m too preoccupied with the thoughts of Amara as I speed the car up on the way to school. I need to talk to Amara about last night’s epic blunder.Carrick snaps me from my thoughts when he smacks my shoulder and asks. “What’s wrong with you today, Kell?”I keep my eyes straight ahead and answer. “It’s nothing man, I’m just tired. Football practice is a killer.”Carrick leans his head back on the headrest with a frown but doesn’t ask again.I need to talk to Amara and explain my abrupt departure. But what do I tell her?After a moment, Carrick adjusts the volume on the radio and mutters. “I went out with Haley last night.”By the tone of his voice and the look on his
Amara“Amara.” He whispers seductively. I gaze hypnotically at his beautiful sculpted chest. He has a tattoo on his collarbone and another on his shoulder. I try to take a closer look, but the words on his neck are hazy. He looks down, tilting his head near mine. “Who are you?” I whisper. He doesn’t answer at first. Heart beating wildly, I watch as he caresses his fingers tenderly down my face. His touch is seductive and sweet. Closing my eyes, I push into his touch, then open my eyes and look at his magnificent wings. His wings are large, extending from his back with black feathers. Groaning softly, he kisses my eyes and whispers. “I’ve been waiting for you, my Sodales Sempre…” I smile and move closer as he reaches for me. However, before I can reach him, his body shudders and freezes. I scream out when I look down and see a sword protruding fr
KellShe pulls away from my hand. I had never seen her so frightened and alone before. However, she also seems wary. Like she expects me to mock her or reject her. Her lips are trembling, and her eyes are glimmering with tears.“I saw them die. I saw those missing girls die. One of them…her name was Leslie, and the other one’s name is Sophie. Someone killed them.”Her chest heaves as she lets out a few heartbreaking sobs. I don’t know what to do. So, I pull her into my arms and hold her close and whisper soothing words. It’s heart-wrenching to watch her fall apart this way. I’ve always thought of Amara as the kind of girl who is in control of her life, and it’s surprising to see that it is not the case. She continues to cry as if her heart has been broken. After a few moments, she pulls back, wipes her tears, and hesitantly asks, “Please tell me you believe me, Kell. I need you to believe me.”J
AmaraThe day has been dragging for me. All I can do is think about Kell and our late-night kisses. It’s lunchtime, and I still haven’t figured out what to say to Kell. Juliet is waiting for me when I walk into the lunchroom. I try to stay off the topic of Kell and me, but Juliet doesn’t get the memo. Haley must have told her about us.As we usually do, we get our trays and take a seat at our pot in the corner of the cafeteria near the window. Juliet slams her tray down excitedly. “Okay, spill. I’ve been dying to know all morning. What’s going on with you and Kell Cross?”I roll my eyes and take a piece of carrot from my plate. “Nothing is going on.”She narrows her eyes and pinches my arm. “Ow! Jules. What the hell!” I say, flinching back in pain. She leans close and purses her lips. “Don’t mess with me, Am. I saw you arrive at