Under Your Skin

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TRIGGER WARNING: Sexual Assault/Self-Harm

I was never really one for parties. I attended them, but I never really....participated. I would find a secluded area and just chill, listening out to the music. Much like I was doing now.

I honestly wanted to stay home, but Jason begged me to come and knowing how he gets at parties. It was kinda my duty to make sure he was good. Neither of us drove though, I was sure we'd be taking a uber back by the end of the night. Besides, we couldn't go home for Christmas. This was the next best thing.

"Aren't you Xavier Towns?"

I turned my head, spotting the new face that had joined me on the couch in the corner.

"Zay-vier."

"My bad. Xavier. I'm McKenzie. Hartford."

I gave her a nod and turned back to my drink.

"Why aren't you dancing?"

"Not into it."

Much like I'm not into this conversation.

She moved closer to me and leaned on her leg, purposely moving her skirt up.

"The whole university is a buzz about you. You're special, and you're a beast on the court. I bet it's gonna be easy for you to get drafted, who wouldn't look at you as a prospect."

"Yea...that's what they say."

I heard her giggle, before she moved her hand to my thigh. Running her hand up.

"Woah." I grabbed her hand and placed it back in her lap.

"What??" She laughed.

"Chill out with all that touchy feely shit. Ion know you like that-"

"So get to know me."

"I have a girlfriend. A pregnant one. I'm good."

She smiled at me before sitting back.

"Well isn't she lucky."

I ignored her before turning my head and scanning the floor for Jason. At this point, I was ready to go. Turning back, I reached out to the table and grabbed my cup.

"Ima go. Enjoy the rest of the party."

"I'm sure I'll see you again."