Chapter Thirteen
Maya's Pov
As soon as the door slammed shut, I felt myself crumbling to the floor. Tears streamed down my face, unstoppable and unrelenting. I couldn't hold it in anymore.
"Maya, I'll be out for a while. Lock the door when you leave, please," Mr. Leah's voice echoed in my mind.
"Okay, sir," I replied, my voice barely above a whisper.
I felt like I'd been punched in the gut. Now I knew exactly how Kierra felt when she saw Xander with other girls. I felt broken, shattered into a million pieces.
There was a high probability that Max could be a father, and he hadn't seen fit to even try and tell me about it. Instead, he'd hidden it from me, and like a fool, I'd actually believed he felt something for me.
Gosh, I was so stupid.
"He doesn't love me," I thought, the tears flowing freely. "He used me. He already has a family he cherishes, and I'm just a freaking side attraction."
I grabbed my bag, carefully closed Kierra's room, and rushed down the stairs, still unable to hold back my tears. The knob twisted, and he walked in, looking gorgeous as ever.
But I didn't care anymore. I hated him.
"Oh, hey, you," he said, smiling, as I cleaned the dry tears off my cheeks.
I wouldn't give him the pleasure of seeing me cry. I thought angrily.
"Holy freaking shit, are you crying?" he asked, rushing towards me, acting like he cared.
But sadly, he was greeted with a tight slap.
"Don't you dare touch me!" I screamed, pushing him off as he held his cheek.
"What's wrong? Why are you acting like this?" he asked, confusion etched on his face.
"Shut it! You're the one who's acting. How dare you pretend like you care? You have no shame. I hate you! I swear, I hate you. Just go away!" I cried, making for the door.
But Max caught up to me, holding me by the waist. My whole body trembled at his touch, still having an effect on me.
"Maya, please wait. Just wait, please. At least tell me what I did wrong. Please," he begged, his hair covering part of his face.
I turned to look at him, my eyes blazing with anger.
"Thank you," I repeated, my voice dripping with venom.
"Yeah, and I probably deserved it. I know, but please, tell me where I went wrong, Maya. Please," he pleaded.
I took a deep breath, my voice barely above a whisper.
"Why didn't you tell me you're a father?" I asked simply. Max's face contorted in shock. "What?" he screamed, as I stared at him in utter disbelief.
Let go of me, you asshole!" I screamed, trying to break free from his grasp. "If you're just going to lie to me, I might as well just go. So let me go!"
Max's eyes pleaded with me. "Maya, I swear on the most important thing to me – and that's you – I'm not a father. Why don't you believe me? Please?"
I glared at him, my heart heavy with pain. "Because I know for a fact that Jennifer carried your child. Why else would she be so scared of you? Huh? Why else would she run out after seeing you? Tell me, Max. I trusted you, and you broke me. I would have never judged you, but yet you broke me."
Max's face twisted in anguish. "It hurts that you would think of me that way, Maya. I mean, I know we've been away from each other for nearly a year now, but seriously, I actually thought you knew me better than anyone. Because if you did, you would know for a fact that I'm not a father."
I screamed at him, my voice raw with emotion. "Don't you dare lie to me!"
Max's eyes welled up with tears. "I swear down, I'm not lying. Why don't you believe me?" he asked, his voice cracking with desperation.
He took a deep breath, his eyes pleading with me. "I'm not a father, I swear it. Yes, Jennifer was pregnant, and yes, we did date, but no, I'm not the father of her child. Why don't you believe me, Maya? Why?" he asked, his eyes overflowing with tears. Why?" Max whispered, a single tear rolling down his cheek.
My fingers moved involuntarily, as if drawn to wipe away his tears. "I didn't tell you about it, yes, I hid that immensely big secret from you, yes," Max confessed, his voice cracking with emotion. "But I swear I was waiting for the right time to tell you. I swear it, Maya. Please don't leave me too."
Max's eyes pleaded with me as he took my hand. "Jennifer cheated on me. She slept with my best friend, right under my nose. She didn't care about my feelings, and then she got pregnant and lost the baby. He denied her on all counts, and then she pinned the pregnancy on me. I only helped her out because I felt sorry for her. Please, please, Maya, please believe me."
Another tear crept down Max's cheek, and my heart melted. "I believe you, of course, I believe you. I'm so, so sorry," I whispered, raising his head before crashing my lips onto his.
Max kissed me back fiercely, his arms wrapping around me as he lifted me off the ground. My legs wrapped around his waist as we made our way to the stairs, our lips still locked in a passionate kiss.
Before I knew it, my back touched a soft texture, and I realized we were in Max's room. But right then, I cared less about that as I was too engrossed in kissing him.
Kierra's Pov
Just a week ago, I was sulking over the fact that my unrequited love was hooking up with other girls. Now, I'm forced to attend a party with his new girlfriend and my supposed crush. Life has a way of surprising me, and sometimes I feel like I'm trapped in a romance novel. But, sadly, this is my reality.
As we entered the party, the familiar sounds of music blaring from all directions and couples dancing or hooking up in every corner hit me. It was the typical high school party – loud, wild, and utterly lame. I doubted I'd have much fun, but maybe, just maybe, things would take an unexpected turn.
Seth's voice interrupted my thoughts. "Hey, stick close to me, okay?" he said, taking my hand.
Xander's voice cut through the air, his tone firm. "No touching."
I rolled my eyes. What was his problem now?
Xander's voice was unyielding. "What part of 'I'm in charge' don't you understand? No touching."
I grabbed Seth's hand, pulling him along. "If you think this is funny, it's really not. Come on, Seth, let's go inside."
As we walked ahead, Xander's voice screamed behind us. "No alcohol!"
I flipped him the finger, welcoming the loud music as I held Seth's hand firmly.
Seth raised an eyebrow as we stayed near the bar. "So, no alcohol, huh?"
I smiled sweetly. "I can have it if I want, okay?"
Seth's eyes sparkled with amusement. "Actually, I want to be on your dad's good book, so please, no alcohol."
I smiled, standing up. "Alright, alright, I'll get water then..."
Seth's smile grew wider. "Wait here, I'll get it for you."
Xander's whisper sent shivers down my spine. "Enjoying yourself?"
I turned to face him, my voice laced with sarcasm. "Aren't you supposed to be with your girlfriend or something? I'm enjoying myself. There, shoo, go away..."
Xander's eyes glinted with amusement. "Jennifer's talking with a friend of hers, which means I have time for you. Enjoying your time with that asshole?"
My eyes flashed with anger. "That asshole is my date, and you will respect him."
Xander's voice dropped to a low growl. "If you want me to respect him so badly, why don't you make me?"
I glared at him, my heart racing. "Bird brain..."
Xander's smile was infuriating. "You know, Bes, this is a party. Learn to have fun. Let's go play a game or something. Come on..."
He took my hand, but I pulled back. "No, but Seth went to get me water. I'll wait for him. Xander, you can come back in a minute or two. I can't just leave him like that..."
Xander's smirk sent a shiver down my spine. "I'll be back in a minute. We're going to play two truths and a dare..."
My heart skipped a beat as I gulped, anticipating what was to come. Xander's teasing tone sent a shiver down my spine. "What, Bes, you scared of a little game?"
I smirked, trying to appear confident. "Of course not, I'll love to play."
Xander's smirk grew wider. "Two minutes, or else I'll come get you. I'm in charge, remember?"
He walked away, leaving me feeling both relieved and anxious.
Seth's voice interrupted my thoughts. "Hey, you..."
I turned to face him, smiling. "Sorry I took too long," he said, chuckling. "Most people just wanted alcohol."
A new song came on, and I grinned. "Umm, the guys are playing a game. We should go join them."
Seth nodded, his eyes sparkling. "OK, but first, can I have this dance?"
I smiled, taking his hand. "Just one dance."
We danced to the song, our movements fluid and synchronized. Seth's hands rested on my waist, but I barely noticed them. To make it seem more believable, I placed my hands on his shoulders as we swayed to the beat.
When the song ended, Seth complimented me. "You dance beautifully."
His eyes locked onto mine, his voice low and husky. "You're beautiful."
He took a strand of hair away from my face, his fingers brushing against my skin. "So damn beautiful."
Before I could react, Seth's lips claimed mine, taking me by surprise. I was paralyzed right on that spot I couldn't move I couldn't think I couldn't do anything obviously his kisses had no effect on me but that still didn't change the fact that I just lost my first kiss to a guy I didn't even love to a guy that I wasn't attracted to
I couldn't push him away because then he'll
just feel embarrassed what's done is done anyways...I thought as his lips moved on mine as I tear rolled down my cheeks
"Why does this feel so wrong.. I thought as another rolled down
He pulled away after some time as I quickly cleaned my tears forcing a small smile on my face
"I'm sorry i shouldn't have kissed you like that it's just…. Don't talk about it what's done is done we should just go play the game now... I said standing up sighting the small crowd from afar. Two truths and a dare... Someone's screamed as they all cheered we didn't need to form a circle like the usual hand Because this time we were all seated and the game Was simple
*If two people pick truths in a row the next person has to pick dare.
"It's that easy.....One of Xander's teammates said
"So truth or dare Kate... Someone said And that's when I noticed her for the first time since we got here
"Dare.. She said grinning
"I dare you to do a s***p show for 10 seconds.. He said the crowd cheered
She gladly got up smirking and did a little twirl on the pool table before taking off her jacket leaving her in just a really tight shirt and then of course her usual short skirts...
"You can't get the whole deal of course... She added as she smirked before seating
* Okay okay Grace truth or dare... He asked her
"Truth...She said firmly
Who do you think is the sexiest among all the football team members
"Xander... She replied without thinking twice blushing a bit
"Of course it's Xander... I thought
*Okay okay Kierra.. He called out as I stared at him in shock
"Truth or dare... He asked smirking According to the rules I still had a chance to pick truth just one chance and if I did then the next person would have to pick dare because I'm no where near ready to do a s***p show for anyone
"Truth.. I said before sipping my water as my eyes met with Xander's who sat close to Jennifer as she rested on his shoulders
*Okay easy who's your first kiss.. He said smiling as everyone went silent
"My what... I asked shocked
' "Your... First... Kiss...
"Seth... I said simply unable to meet Xander's eyes
"Wow good job man... He said giving Seth a thumbs up as I looked up to see Xander tightening his fists angrily
"OK OK lover girl Jennifer dare or dare... He
•said chucking
"Just ask me already....
"Give Xander a I*p dance for twenty seconds. "A what... I nearly screamed
"Please no no no say no Xander please say no... I begged inwardly as she got up before placing her hands on his face giving him a quick Lap dance
His eyes met with mine and he looked absolutely furious as he stared at Seth's hands on mine before pulling Jennifer closer and then crashing his lips on her right in front of my eyes as she settled herself on him and they kissed each other like their lives depended on it
"Gosh am so stupid why did I have to choose truth.. I thought as I let go of Seth's hand unable to contain myself running out of the game
"I don't care anymore I don't care... I thought crying as I gulped down more alcohol leaving the party heating towards the road
"He doesn't care so why should I.....
Xander's Pov
My eyes narrowed, my mind racing. "I knew for a fact she would choose truth, but what I wasn't expecting was that her first kiss would be Seth."
A pang of anger and betrayal shot through him. "She lied once more. She lied to me. She said she didn't have feelings for him. She said she didn't like him. Yet she kissed him. Who does that?"
Normally, i would be against the stupid lap dance, but right now, i just wanted to forget. I kissed Jennifer, not caring if Kierra would see. "Because she didn't care about my feelings, so why would I care about hers?" I thought.
But as i pulled away, I was shocked to realize Kierra wasn't there anymore. "Could she be fine?" I suddenly panicked, getting up.
"Her dad wanted me to take care of her, and now she's gone. Damn it," i thought, running out.
"I'll be right back," i added to Jennifer.
"Kierra!" I screamed when i realized she wasn't in the party anymore. "Kierra, where are you?" I shouted, heading near the road.
As i turned the corner, my heart sank. Kierra was trying to cross the road, a bottle in one hand, and a car heading straight towards her.
"No, no, no, no, no, no, Kierra, watch out! Watch out!" I screamed, running towards her.