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Avery’s pov
As Xade pulled up in front of the dorm building, I turned to face him and gave him a shy smile. “Thanks for the ride,” I said while reaching for the door handle but his fingers wrap gently around my upper arm and stopped me in my tracks.
I spin to face him, my brows furrowing. “You forgot something.” a teasing little smile draws charmingly on his lips.
His lips connect with mine before I could finish my words, causing a bloom of warmth to spread throughout my body and my heart to flutter. His lips are soft and gentle against mine, as if he’s savoring the taste of me like I am doing him.
But all too soon the kiss ends, leaving me breathless and wanting so much more. My eyes flickering open to meet his eyes which were swirling with yearning and love. He pinched my chin softly, his thumb brushing my lower lip. “I love you Avery.”
My breath hitches. I don’t think I will get used to him saying those words too. His eyes flicker from my tingling lips to my eyes as he whispered.” You don’t have to say it back yet. I’ll wait.”
I shook my head, because I do in fact love Xade, always have and it was about time I admit those words I had been hiding from him for years. But something holds me from saying them. Perhaps fear of him not actually meaning his.
Admittedly there is still a nagging feeling of this being unreal and just
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a passing thing for Xade. I trusted him more than anyone, but that doesn’t mean I can sweep the knowing feeling of him being a player
As I stay silent, Xade’s eyes sollen yet there’s a quick flash of disappointment crossing his eyes as he stared at me. “Go inside before I keep you here for longer or worse, kidnap you and bring you to my penthouse.”
I smiled sadly, knowing I hurt him by not saying anything But I can’t bring myself to say anything yet. I grab my bag and get ready to leave but he once again stops me and grabs my attention.
“Think about what I said last night, want this V.” he whispered voice filled with truth and yearning, his eyes capturing mine. “I want to wa with you in my arms, go to bed with you beside
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nod, looking at him softly. I may not be able to say I love you yet because of fear, but I can at least think about his invitation to live with him. “I will,” I whispered, smiling.
His eyes lit up and he had a boyish grin that brought me back to our younger days when we gave a bit of trouble. I can’t believe that young boy I admired from afar now craved me the same way I craved him.
But will this craving last?
The thought makes me frown and Xade notices. “I mean, there’s no rush.” he blabbered on, looking so adorable that makes me smile once more and giggle and I reach out to gently caress his check, feeling the warmth of his skin and slight stubble beneath my fingertips.
“I know,” I whispered.
He leans into my touch, sighing. “Go now before I really do kidnap you.”
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I grinned and drop my hand, but he grasp it and brought it back. “One more kiss?” his eyes gleaming with mischief. I giggled softly and nod, leaning in to brush my lips against his. In seconds it grows more heated.
“Please go.” Xade rasped on my lips, yet his hand was behind my head, and his tongue snakes in my mouth. hummed, nodding however I don’t want to pull away either. “God, I’m so addicted to you,” Xade groaned on my lips, pulling away reluctantly, his forehead resting on mine.
He kissed my nose and then fully pulled away, his eyes on my lips. “I should go,” I said breathlessly, my heart racing as I try to compose myself.
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Yeah, you should.” his voice betrayed his rel However he didn’t stop me this time when I opened the door and ut. I waved at him one last time before heading to the building.
My arms are folded across my chest as I make my way to the dorm. room when the judgemental stares pin me down as I walk by. I try to ignore them as best as I can but I cant help but feel squirmy and uncomfortable.
I picked up my pace and slowed down once I got to my dorm room. My brows furrowed, seeing the crack in the door. Why is the room open?
Then I heard it, a shatter and my heart lurches in my throat. I run to the room, opening the door with fear curling in my stomach. But the sight that greets me makes me freeze in my place, my blood growing cold.
The first thing I notice is the messed up room, my clothes scattered on the floor, some looking torn and dirty. My books look ripped, pages everywhere in the room and my sheets are also scattered to the floor messily. The room is chaotic.
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Melissa was standing in the middle of the room, her chest heaving as
her red glossy eyes glared at me with rage and betrayal. The stare shoots right through me and I stumble back, my lips parting. “Mel-
“Don’t you f*cking dare you slut!” She snarled loudly.