| Hidden Love |

A Rocky Start

Jacob couldn't help but dread the start of another school day. Since he became openly gay , he had faced bullying and taunts for as long as he could remember. And at the center of it all was Jason, a tall and athletic senior who seemed to relish making Jacob's life miserable.

The morning sun cast long shadows across the schoolyard as Jacob entered the bustling campus. He adjusted his backpack and took a deep breath, mentally preparing himself for what lay ahead. But no amount of preparation could have steeled him for what happened next.

"Hey there, Jacob!" came a jeering voice from behind. Jacob turned to see Jason and his gang of friends approaching, all wearing cocky smirks.

"What do you want, Jason?" Jacob replied, his voice trembling slightly despite his best efforts to remain composed.

Jason stepped closer, invading Jacob's personal space. "Oh, just thought I'd say hello to my favorite little fairy," he sneered, using the derogatory term that had haunted Jacob for years.

The laughter from Jason's friends echoed in Jacob's ears, making his cheeks burn with humiliation. He clenched his fists, determined not to let them see how much they hurt him.

As the morning continued, the taunts and bullying didn't let up. Jason and his friends found every opportunity to mock Jacob's clothing, his interests, and his sexuality. Jacob tried to ignore them, focusing on his classes and the few friends who genuinely cared about him.

Lunchtime was no different. Jacob sat alone at a corner table in the cafeteria, his tray of food hardly touched. He was lost in thought when suddenly, Jason and his gang approached once more, casting their shadows over him.

"Looks like the fairy's dining alone again," one of Jason's friends said with a smirk.

Jacob sighed inwardly, hoping they would just go away. But Jason had other plans. He grabbed Jacob's tray and dumped its contents onto the floor, causing a mess and drawing the attention of everyone in the cafeteria.

The humiliation was too much to bear. Tears welled up in Jacob's eyes, but he refused to let them fall. He stood up, his voice shaking with anger. "Why do you have to be such a bully, Jason? What did I ever do to you?"

Jason seemed momentarily taken aback by Jacob's outburst. For a brief moment, it appeared as though he might relent. But then, his friends goaded him on, and he responded with a cruel laugh. "Why, Jacob? Because it's fun! Someone's got to keep you in your place."

With that, they left Jacob standing amidst the scattered food, humiliation burning like a fire in his chest. He clenched his fists even tighter, vowing to himself that he wouldn't let Jason get to him.

That evening, Jacob sought solace in his room, the familiar walls lined with posters of his favorite musicians and artists. He glanced at a photograph of his supportive parents on his desk, drawing strength from their smiles.

His best friend, Sarah, called him on his cell phone. "Hey, Jacob, how was school today?" she asked.

Jacob hesitated before he replied, "The usual, Sarah. Jason and his gang were relentless."

Sarah's voice oozed with sympathy. "I wish there was something I could do, Jacob. No one should have to go through what you do."

Tears welled up in Jacob's eyes, and he felt a sudden surge of gratitude for his true friends like Sarah. "Thanks, Sarah. It means a lot that you're there for me."

As the night wore on, Jacob thought about the torment he faced every day. He couldn't understand why Jason targeted him specifically. What did Jason gain from making his life a living hell?

Little did Jacob know that beneath the surface, hidden behind a tough exterior, Jason was harboring secrets of his own secrets that would soon lead to a twist of fate neither of them could have predicted.

(Word Count: 1000 something idk the exact amount :3 )

AN- this is just the first chapter trying to get readers reeled in.. if yall want more let me know and i'll work on more chapters