Chapter 10

Simon’s POV

My last few classes passed slower than molasses. I was craving Lil’s presence. It felt like I was no longer a whole. I’ve dated plenty of chicks, but never once felt this urge to hook to a woman’s side. There was an innocence about her I desired. I’m used to girls throwing themselves at me and me having whichever pick of the bunch I wanted, when I wanted, and where I wanted them. But Lil, it was as if she didn’t care about the male race. That was until I saw her react to the guy in the hallway.

When my eyes met his, after she made her PDA comment, I felt an urge to attack him. I couldn’t explain why, just that he pissed me the fuck off. His eyes told me to back off, but my mind said to put him in his place. I was grateful for the distraction the girls caused, including the desire to protect Lil. Being a top jock in my old school earned me the respect of other dudes. They never challenged me. They also NEVER gave a second glance t