Broken then Healed (REWRITTEN)

CHAPTER 14

Facing the Storm

The next day at school felt like an impending storm. Jane, flanked by Eric and his friends, navigated through the throngs of students whispering behind her back. The cafeteria buzzed with gossip, and Jane could feel the weight of every gaze on her.

As they approached Trisha's table, Jane's heart raced. She had steeled herself for this confrontation, but the gravity of the moment made her pulse quicken. Eric shot her a reassuring glance, silently promising that they were in this together.

"Hey, Trisha," Eric called out, his voice steady but firm. "We need to talk."

Trisha looked up, feigning innocence as she leaned back in her chair, a smirk plastered on her face. "Oh, what's this? The gang's all here. Is Jane finally ready to admit the truth?"

Jane took a deep breath, fighting against the urge to shrink back. "I'm here to set the record straight," she said, her voice stronger than she felt. "I didn't sleep with Eric, and I'm tired of your lies."

Trisha leaned forward, crossing her arms. "But it's so much more fun to watch you squirm. What's wrong, Jane? Afraid everyone will see what you really are?"

"Enough!" Eric interjected, stepping closer to Jane, his presence a shield against Trisha's venom. "You're nothing but a bully, Trisha. It's pathetic."

"Pathetic? Look who's talking," Trisha shot back, her eyes glinting with malicious glee. "You're the one defending a girl who everyone knows is just looking for attention."

Jane could feel the heat rising in her cheeks, a mixture of embarrassment and anger. "You're the one who craves attention, Trisha! You can't stand the thought of me being happy."

Trisha rolled her eyes dramatically. "Happy? Is that what you call it? You think hanging out with Eric makes you special? Everyone knows he's just being nice because you're the outcast."

The air crackled with tension as Jane's friends stood beside her, their eyes narrowed at Trisha. Eric's jaw tightened, and Jane could see the fury boiling beneath his calm exterior.

"We're done playing your games," Eric said, his voice low and serious. "You've crossed a line, Trisha, and it's time for you to face the consequences."

"Consequences?" Trisha laughed, a sharp, cruel sound. "You think anyone cares about your little threats? You're just giving me more reason to keep this going. You can't shut me up."

Jane felt a surge of confidence. "Maybe not, but we can expose you. We'll show everyone that you're the one lying. You want to play games? We'll play them, but this time, you're going to lose."

Trisha's smirk faltered for just a moment, and Jane seized the opportunity. "I've got proof. I'll show everyone the truth, and when they see what you've done, you'll be the one left alone."

With that, she turned to leave, Eric's hand gently squeezing her shoulder as they walked away from Trisha's table. They had a plan, and Jane felt empowered, ready to take back her life.

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