Emily’s POV: I kept looking at them with my eyebrow arched while both of them lowered their heads.Resting my one hand on my waist, I started, “Come on, tell me. How did things changed overnight?”“Um, I – I didn’t do anything,” Melissa said and looked away while I turned my eyes to Aria, who began to play with her fingers.“I – I just…” Aria started and pursed her lips before adding, “We kissed!”“What?” Melissa and I said in unison, with our eyes wide open.“Oh, my God!” I murmured, taking my hand up to my mouth.“Seriously?” Melissa asked her in shock while Aria began to blush and lowered her head again.“Yeah, it was unexpected from me, you know…” she justified and I still couldn’t believe it.“Obviously!” Melissa started and rested her hand on her waist before adding further, “You were so shocked to know that they were,” she paused and looked around before whispering, “Their reality and now you kissed Mason? Seriously? Like how did this happen?”“Um, I was in my room and – and h
Emily’s POV: “Where?” Aiden said loudly and Mr. Martin immediately stopped talking.“Aiden? Don’t you know exams are going to be held in the school only?” Mr. Martin asked him while he kept looking at Oliver who lowered his head immediately.“No, um,” I started and then turned to look at Aiden. “Aiden!” I whispered to bring his attention back to Mr. Martin.“What’s wrong?” Mr. Martin inquired and Aiden stood up from his chair.“I need to leave!” Aiden said while I grew restless and looked up at him.“Is there an emergency, Aiden? Is everything okay?” Mr. Martin asked him.“Yes, there’s an emergency. I need to go.” Aiden said and then turned to look at Oliver, “And Oliver is coming with me.”“What?” Oliver got nervous and stood up while Mr. Martin seemed confused about everything.“Can anyone tell me what’s wrong?” Mr. Martin got louder when suddenly we heard the bell and everyone began to whisper. I had an idea that they must be talking about what Aiden did in the class. Mr. Martin
Emily’s POV: The message I received on my phone, halted me in my tracks and I couldn’t even blink my eyes. Taking a breath, I finally managed to breathe properly and blink. I looked around immediately to see if anyone was watching us but there was no one except for the students I knew.“Emily?” Aiden’s voice reached me but I couldn’t manage to reply to him and kept looking around nervously. “Emily!” Aiden’s voice grew louder and he grabbed my arm, turning me around to face him. I quivered and looked at him nervously.“What happened?” Aiden asked and I quickly moved my phone down back into my pocket before gulping.“Um, nothing. I – I was just thinking of the books Leon needs to borrow from the library,” I made an excuse and he sighed.“Don’t stay behind, Emily. I have told you many times to stay with me. Stay around us,” he said and I nodded.“Yeah, I’m sorry, let’s go.” I said and he nodded before we walked to the building following everyone.On the way to the library, I kept thinki
Emily’s POV: “What are you going to do now?” Melissa asked me on the phone. “I don’t know. I will be fine without him, Mel” I said as I cleaned up my room. “But Emily… You were safe when your dad was here” She argued. “Mel… What can I do? It was important for him to go to Boston. And I can’t leave Herington. Especially not when I am entering my senior year, now” I said and opened up my wardrobe to choose an outfit. “I understand, Em. That is why I offered you to live with me. You know my dad cares for you a lot” She said. “I know, Mel. But I can’t be a burden on you guys. I am fine here” I insisted. “Em, please. I am really worried about you” She said. “Mel… Don’t scare me. We’ll talk about this tomorrow. Okay?” I assured her. “Yeah… Tomorrow is going to be fun, no? Senior year… I am excited already” Melissa said in excitement. I could feel her enthusiasm through the phone. I laughed and added, “What’s so exciting in that?” “Em… Really? We are going to be the seniors of Lin
Aiden’s POV: “Have you settled everything?” I asked Dad as he was drinking in the living room. “Yes. Everything is settled, Aiden. You are good to go now” Dad said after taking the last sip of his drink. “But remember one thing…” Dad said pointing his finger at me. “You must focus on your purpose. You know that is very important for you and your future” He added. “Yes, dad. I know and I will. Unless no one pokes me” I said bitterly. “Aiden…” Dad got restless and continued, “Don’t you dare do anything stupid. You know what happened at your previous school. We don’t want another scandal on you” Dad said. I rolled my eyes and didn’t reply. “Dylan, Lucas…” Dad turned to them and added, “Please say something to him” “Um… Of course Mr. Kevin. I will see to that” Dylan said, sitting up straight in front of him. Dylan is my best friend since childhood. I trust him more than anyone. I looked at Dylan angrily while he bent his face down. “Dad… No one needs to watch me over. I can take
Emily’s POV: Those four students, all in black elegant dressing, turned around to see me. I looked at them and gulped, adoring how handsome and stunning those students were. The one on the front is hunky and drop dead gorgeous. He has chocolate brown hair and a warm fair skin with shining dark brown eyes. He is muscular and seemed strong. He is the most prepossessing man I have ever seen in my life. I couldn’t resist but look at him constantly. “Talking to me?” The gorgeous one said. I wasn’t in my senses then and didn’t reply. “Hello?” He said and waved his hand in front of me. I immediately looked up at him and blinked my eyes several times to get myself back to Earth. “Um… Yeah? What?” I said anxiously. “Were you saying something to me?” He said. His voice was masculine and deep. “Um… Yeah. I am” I said nervously. Emily. Be confident. Or else what Oliver said will turn out to be true. Just don’t be scared. I thought in my mind. “Ahan. I am listening” He said and crossed his
Emily’s POV: I was left with my mouth open while looking at Aiden Bryce, the billionaire’s son. I bit my lip and closed my eyes, hoping it would be a dream but no, it wasn’t a dream and he was there standing in front of me and I did offend him with my behavior. I wanted to bang my head on the wall then and there and wanted to cover my face and run away.“What have you done, Em?” Melissa whispered in my ear.“How would I know he was some billionaire’s son?” I whispered back to her. Aiden, who was leaning against the wall before, got straight and started walking towards me, making me gulp and move back while Melissa moved back along with me.“Were you saying something?” Aiden asked, crossing his arms against his chest.“Um… I…” I started but couldn’t think of anything.“No, no Aiden. She doesn’t want to say anything. She – she did a mistake” Oliver scoffed while Aiden had his eyes constantly locked at mine and mine at his.“No, no wait” One of his friends from behind moved forward. He
Emily’s POV: “What the hell are you saying, Oliver?” I asked widening my eyes at him. “I am serious, Em” Oliver said. “What the hell?” Mel said. “Yes. I heard it from the students” Oliver said. “Was he only accused of the murder or did he actually do it?” I asked anxiously. “He was accused and some proofs were also there. But still he got out of jail because he is a Bryce” Oliver said. “Why did they let him out? He’s a murderer” I complained. “Em… Please. Calm your nerves. Don’t do anything stupid again. Do not accuse him of anything” Melissa said. “But Mel…” I started. “Em, please. We are not even sure if he was the murderer. It’s just some accusations” Mel said. I sighed. “What if he tries to hurt me, huh?” I said anxiously. “Don’t worry. He will not do anything” Melissa said, placing her hand on my shoulder. “I hope so” I said anxiously. “I am sure. He fought with a guy. He won’t do anything with a girl” Melissa said confidently. “He won’t, right?” Melissa wasn’t sur