Anvaila Emerson, a vibrant party lover, juggles her crush on Kevin Diaz, the basketball team captain, and the return of mysterious Austin Smith to senior year. Caught in a high school drama, Anvaila faces the complexities of emotions, friendships, a...
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It's like the universe has a cruel sense of humor, casting me as the punchline in a joke that never ends. And then there's Selene Petals-queen bee, head cheerleader, and epitome of high school perfection. Perfect hair, perfect clothes, and a personality that's all glitter on the surface. Did I mention she's been dating Kevin Diaz, my personal emotional wrecking ball, for two long years? Of course, they're the picture-perfect couple. Meanwhile, I'm left questioning whether my hair should part in the middle or to the side.
Selene isn't just satisfied with having Kevin. No, she's decided to turn my life into a sitcom, where every insult she delivers is served with a saccharine smile. She's practically auditioning for "Mean Girls: The Sequel." And now, as she stands before me with Kevin's hand draped casually around her waist, her fingers intertwined with his like they're starring in their own rom-com, she takes it a step further. She places her other hand on his shoulder, as if bestowing her royal favor upon me. Next, she might knight me, and I could really use a sword right now.
"Kevin," she croons, her voice dripping with honeyed flirtation, "I've been waiting for you. We were supposed to meet at the biology lab, remember?"
Her eyes lock onto Kevin's with an intensity that's hard to ignore. Her flirting is both bold and awkward, making me wish I could vanish into the background.
Kevin turns to her, a warm, affectionate smile spreading across his face. "Oh, right. I got caught up with Vinny and the girls," he says, his tone casual but apologetic. "I didn't realize how late it was."
Selene pouts playfully, leaning in closer to Kevin. "Well, you know how it is. A girl needs her study partner," she says, her voice dropping to a more intimate tone. "I was really looking forward to our session. I guess I'll have to settle for a little extra time with you later."
Kevin chuckles, his eyes softening as he reaches out to touch her arm. "You always know how to keep me on my toes," he says. "I promise we'll make up for it. How about we grab a coffee after the lab? I'll make it up to you."
Selene's eyes sparkle with satisfaction as she leans in, pressing her lips against Kevin's in a quick, teasing kiss. It's a kiss filled with flirtation and affection, a direct hit to my already bruised heart.
