An Open Flame

Feelings Grow

(Tatiyana's POV)

I walked down to lunch with Roc and Jacob. We were waiting on J but we didn't see her anywhere. I almost started to get worried. But, I didn't see Chris either so I suspected that she was with him. So we went in to the lunch line.

Jacob- Anybody seen Jay?

Roc- I was just about to ask that.

T- She's probably with Chris.. I don't see him and I don't see her. They prolly being inappropriate somewhere 😂

Jacob- 😒Aw well

After that .. Jacob walked out of the line and went to the table. I know he really wants Jayde to be with him and he gets jealous every time Chris' name is brought up. To be honest, I kinda want Jacob to be with Jayde. I see that his love is growing for her and he really wants to be with her. Not just because of her looks but her personality. I'm just really worried about Jayde at this point.

Roc- I wish my sister would hurry up and get down here.

(Jayde's POV)

I Cannot believe that Chris put his hands on me. The love of my life hurt me physically and emotionally. I ran out the closet crying. I went to the step at the bottom of a staircase in school where no one really goes. I balled out crying. I couldn't control it at all. I mean I am really hurt. I looked down at where he grabbed me and noticed a bruise on my arm. Now I have to keep it covered up. I can't go to lunch now. But, on the other side I have to so no one would think anything is wrong. I have to keep this to myself. I left and went towards my locker. I went in, grabbed my jacket, and locked my locker back. I went down to the bathroom near the lunchroom and splashed water in my face. Then, I walked in the lunch room. I walked past Chris and his friends while Chris looked at me with remorse but I didn't care. I walked over to my table and sat next to Jacob.

T- Excuse me sir .. Where were you ??

Me- Upstairs

Roc- Why?

Jacob- Why were you upstairs ?

Me- Why are yall questioning me like this is an interrogation room?!

I put my back against the wall and plugged in my headphones to just tune everyone out. I was so upset and hurt. So, I just got up and left. I went to the third floor and sat in front of my locker. I texted T saying " I'm sorry for storming off but I need to think about some stuff." That's my bestfriend I tell her everything but I can't tell her this yet. She texted back and said "Let me know if you need me.. You know I'm here for you."
I texted Jacob and told him to come to my locker. I know he was worried the most. 5 minutes later he came up the steps and walked fast towards me with a worried face.

Jacob- Jayde what's wrong with you

He had concern but sweetness in his voice

Me- I... I

He sat down next to me

Jacob- You what ? 😟

Me- Can you just stay here with me and walk with me to gym ?

Jacob- Yea of course. Come here

He pulled me into his chest and wrapped his arm around me. I felt safe and comfortable in his arms. Then he whispered to me saying "I'll never leave your side. Just know I'm here for you."

That moment, I knew I would always be safe with him.