SMUT WARNING || NSFW
In the midst of college life, Jade Holland discovers her father's betrayal, sending her world into chaos. Determined to reclaim her power, she finds herself entangled with a star player on her father's lacrosse team, igniting a...
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Jade
I sat in my positive psych class, staring blankly at the words on the screen as Ms.Adams droned on about cognitive biases. Her voice, normally calm and engaging, felt like nails on a chalkboard today. I could barely look at her.
All I could think about was the secret she shared with my father. My stomach churned as she gestured to the slideshow, a faint smile on her lips as if she wasn't the one wrecking my family. She had no idea that I knew, no idea that every time I saw her, I felt like I couldn't breathe.
My mom's laugh echoed in my head, her warmth and kindness flashing through my thoughts. How could he do this to her? How could this woman sit here, acting so professional, so normal, knowing the damage she was part of?
I couldn't take it anymore.
She turned to write something on the board, and I stood abruptly, grabbing my bag. A few heads turned as I slid out of my seat and walked toward the door, my heart pounding. I didn't care if anyone noticed. I just needed to get out of there.
Once I was in the hallway, I leaned against the wall, trying to steady my breathing. My hands trembled as I pulled my phone out of my pocket. Without overthinking it, I opened my messages and typed out a text to Garrison.
Hey, are you free right now?
I hit send and stared at the screen, waiting. Each second that passed felt like an eternity, my anxiety building. Finally, his reply came through.
I'm in class, but I can be free if you need me. What's up?
I hesitated, chewing on my lip as I typed. I just need a distraction. Not having a good day.
His response came quickly this time. I'd love to be your distraction. Where do you want to meet?
A small smile tugged at my lips despite the storm in my chest. Just meet me at my apartment. I'm heading there now.
Sounds good. Me too.
I tucked my phone back into my bag and headed for the exit. As I stepped outside, the cool air hit my face, and for the first time all day, I felt like I could breathe again.
When I pulled into the parking lot, the first thing I saw was Garrison's truck. It was parked right outside my building, impossible to miss with its glossy black paint and obnoxious stickers on the back window. One read, 'I'll brake check you', while the other was a lacrosse sticker from our school.
I chuckled to myself, rolling my eyes. Of course, he'd have those.
I parked next to him, glancing over to see him still sitting in the driver's seat. When he noticed me, his lips tugged into a grin, and he gave me a small wave. I couldn't help but smile back as I grabbed my bag and got out of the car.
