Chapter 7

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The next day at school, Jadelyn arrived with a renewed determination to mend things with the two girls from the student council. As she searched high and low throughout the school corridors, her anticipation grew with each passing moment. Finally, she caught sight of them in the pool room, their figures radiant in their swimsuits, exuding an aura of effortless allure.

Jadelyn couldn't help but admire their beauty, but her attention was soon drawn to the other female students in the room, their curves and features captivating her gaze. Lost in admiration, she failed to notice the sharp glares of jealousy directed her way by the two girls she longed to reconcile with.

Feeling their presence looming closer, Jadelyn turned to face them, her heart sinking at the coldness in their eyes. Before she could utter a word, they were upon her, their expressions a mix of anger and resentment.

"What's the meaning of this, Jadelyn?" the red-haired girl demanded, her tone laced with venom.

Caught off guard, Jadelyn struggled to find the right words. "I... I was just..."

But the black-haired girl cut her off, her voice sharp with accusation. "You were just ogling other girls while we're standing right here, weren't you?"

Jadelyn's cheeks flushed with embarrassment as she realized her mistake. "I-I didn't mean to..." she faltered, her voice trailing off.

But the girls weren't having it. Their jealousy was palpable, their frustration evident as they struggled to contain their emotions.

However, Jadelyn couldn't stay silent any longer. "You can't accuse me of anything," she retorted, her voice tinged with defiance. "You made it clear yesterday that you didn't want anything to do with me. You rejected me before I even had a chance to explain myself."

The girls exchanged a glance, a flicker of guilt crossing their features before they quickly masked it with indifference. But Jadelyn had seen it, and she knew she had struck a nerve.

With a sense of resolve, Jadelyn turned and walked away, leaving the girls to grapple with their own conflicted emotions. As she made her way through the school halls, she couldn't help but feel a glimmer of satisfaction. Maybe now they would understand what it felt like to be rejected and left out in the cold.

As Jadelyn made her way to her next class, she couldn't shake off the lingering sense of disappointment from her encounter with the two girls. However, she knew she had to push those thoughts aside and focus on the task at hand: physical education.

Entering the gymnasium, Jadelyn found herself surrounded by the energetic buzz of her classmates, all gearing up for their P.E. lesson. The sound of balls bouncing and sneakers squeaking filled the air, adding to the lively atmosphere.

As she took her place among the other students, Jadelyn couldn't help but feel a pang of self-consciousness. She wasn't exactly the most athletic person, and the thought of participating in vigorous physical activities in front of her classmates was daunting.

Nevertheless, she squared her shoulders and resolved to give it her best shot. After all, she couldn't let a little insecurity hold her back.

As the class got underway, the teacher began to explain the day's activities, which included a series of team sports and relay races. Jadelyn listened attentively, trying to muster up some enthusiasm for the challenges ahead.

As the games commenced, Jadelyn threw herself into the activities with gusto, determined to prove herself despite her reservations. She ran, jumped, and dodged with all her might, pushing herself to keep up with her classmates.

Despite her initial apprehensions, Jadelyn found herself enjoying the thrill of the competition. There was something exhilarating about the rush of adrenaline as she raced towards the finish line, her heart pounding in her chest.

By the end of the class, Jadelyn was breathless and sweaty, but she couldn't help but feel a sense of accomplishment. She may not have been the fastest or the strongest, but she had given it her all, and that was what truly mattered.

As she made her way out of the gymnasium, Jadelyn couldn't help but smile. Maybe P.E. wasn't so bad after all. And who knows, maybe it would even help her build some confidence and make some new friends along the way.

Third Person POV:

As the student council meeting progressed, the black-haired girl found her mind wandering incessantly, unable to shake the image of Jadelyn from her thoughts. Despite her best efforts to focus on the matters at hand, her attention kept drifting back to the enigmatic new student who had captured her interest. Of course she did, it's her mate and she knew it.

Beside her, the red-haired girl, her girlfriend, mate and fellow council member, noticed her distraction and cast a concerned glance in her direction. Sensing that something was amiss, she leaned in closer, her voice laced with worry.

"Is everything alright?" she whispered, her crimson eyes filled with genuine concern.

The black-haired girl hesitated for a moment, torn between the desire to confide in her girlfriend and the fear of burdening her with her own troubles. But the look of genuine care in the red-haired girl's eyes was enough to convince her to speak up.

"I can't stop thinking about her," she confessed quietly, her voice barely above a whisper.

Understanding flickered in the red-haired girl's eyes as she took in her girlfriend's words. Without a word, she reached out and gently squeezed the black-haired girl's hand in a silent gesture of support.

"We'll figure it out together," she reassured her, her voice filled with unwavering determination.

Moved by her girlfriend's unwavering support, the black-haired girl felt a surge of gratitude wash over her. With a nod, she followed her girlfriend as they made their way to a more secluded corner of the room, where they could speak freely.

For the next few minutes, the two girls engaged in a heartfelt conversation, sharing their thoughts and feelings openly. They spoke of their relationship, of their fears and insecurities, and of the unexpected twist fate had thrown their way with the arrival of Jadelyn.

Despite the uncertainty that lay ahead, the red-haired girl remained steadfast by her girlfriend's side, offering words of encouragement and comfort. And as they talked, the weight of the black-haired girl's worries began to lift, replaced by a sense of reassurance and calm.

And then, in a moment of quiet understanding, the red-haired girl reached out and gently cupped her girlfriend's chin in her hand, tilting her face upwards to meet her gaze. Their eyes locked, and without a word, the red-haired girl leaned in and pressed her lips to her girlfriend's in a tender kiss.

It was a silent affirmation of their love and commitment to each other, a reminder that no matter what challenges lay ahead, they would face them together, as partners and allies.

As they pulled away, their fingers intertwined, the black-haired girl felt a sense of peace settle over her. Whatever the future held, she knew that she was not alone, that she had someone by her side who loved her unconditionally and would stand by her through thick and thin.

With her girlfriend's unwavering support, she felt ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, confident in the knowledge that together, they could overcome anything.

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