Always into You
Ethan Rivers thought he'd left his past behind—until the boy who broke his heart walks back into his life.
Three years ago, Ethan confessed his feelings to Caleb Stone at their high school graduation party. Caleb's response? A cruel, public rejection that left Ethan humiliated in front of everyone.
Now a confident junior at Riverside University, Ethan has rebuilt himself. New friends. New life. New rules: never fall for a straight guy again.
But on the first day of the semester, Caleb transfers to Riverside.
He's different now—quieter, more intense, and no longer the untouchable golden boy. When they're forced to work together on a group project, Ethan tries to keep his distance. But Caleb won't let him.
Late-night study sessions. Accidental touches. Lingering stares that make Ethan's walls crack.
Then Caleb drops a bombshell: his rejection wasn't real. He was terrified—of his family, of his feelings, of being anything less than perfect. He's been into Ethan all along.
Now Ethan faces an impossible choice: protect his heart or risk everything for the boy who destroyed him.
Through stolen moments, rain-soaked confessions, and heated arguments that end in desperate kisses, they navigate coming out, family pressure, and the question that haunts them both:
Can first love get a second chance?
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Chapter: Chapter 24: Caleb's Facade CracksEthan woke Thursday morning with the walk still echoing in his mind. The quiet path under streetlamps, Caleb's steady voice owning every mistake without excuse, the promise to respect whatever Ethan decided. No pressure. No manipulation. Just truth laid bare in the cold night air. It should have brought relief. Instead, it left him unsettled—restless in a way that made every class feel distant and every meal tasteless.Friends noticed immediately at alliance brunch.Alex slid into the seat beside him with a tray of coffee. "You look like you didn't sleep. Walk update?"Ethan exhaled slowly. "We talked. He owned everything—the fear, the lie, the hurt he caused. Said he'd walk away completely if I asked. No shadows. No lingering. Said he's changing for himself first."Mia leaned forward, eyes sharp. "And you believed him?""Part of me did." Ethan stared at his untouched yogurt. "He didn't push for forgiveness. Didn't ask for anything. Just... let me see the person he's trying to be."Jo
Última atualização: 2026-01-20
Chapter: Chapter 23: Warnings IgnoredEthan walked out of the downtown cafe into bright Saturday sunlight that felt too cheerful for the storm still churning inside him. The conversation with Caleb had lasted less than an hour, but every word lingered—quiet admissions, no demands, steady eye contact that didn't flinch. He had expected pressure, manipulation, or the old cocky deflection. Instead, he got raw honesty wrapped in careful distance. It unsettled him more than any rejection could have.He texted the group chat as he headed toward the bus stop.Ethan: Coffee done. Talked. He was honest. Respectful. No push. Left when I needed space. Said he'd walk away completely if I asked.Alex: And your verdict?Ethan: I don't hate him. That's the scary part. Don't know what to do with that.Mia: Meet us at the union? Debrief in person. Bring your brain.Jordan: Here already. Table by windows.Ethan caught the next bus, mind replaying fragments: Caleb's small sad smile when he said forgiveness wasn't required, the way his voice
Última atualização: 2026-01-19
Chapter: Chapter 22: Persistent ShadowsEthan spent the rest of Wednesday evening in a fog, the library tension clinging to him like damp clothes. Caleb's quiet admission in the empty moment—acknowledging the broken trust, offering space without demand—had cracked something inside. Not wide open, but enough for light to seep through the walls he'd spent years reinforcing. The anonymous reflection examples in the professor's email had only amplified the exposure, turning private truths into public learning points. His own words about residual hurt and Caleb's growth were now textbook examples of "mature dynamics." It felt vulnerable. Invasive. Inevitable.He walked back to the dorm under a darkening sky, streetlights flickering on one by one. The campus felt smaller tonight, paths narrower. Every tall figure in the distance made his pulse jump until he confirmed it wasn't Caleb. Avoidance had become second nature, but the upcoming Saturday coffee loomed larger than any project deadline. Off campus. Neutral ground. No buffers
Última atualização: 2026-01-17
Chapter: Chapter 21: Library TensionEthan pushed through the heavy library doors Wednesday afternoon, the familiar scent of old books and coffee grounds wrapping around him like a tense embrace. The reflection paper was already submitted, its honest words now sitting in Professor Harlan's inbox like a confession he couldn't take back. He had written about the underlying tension caused by personal history, acknowledged Caleb's consistent respect and growth, and admitted his own professionalism despite lingering discomfort. It felt raw, exposed, even though it was anonymous in examples. The mid-term presentation had gone smoothly, but the individual reflections lingered in his mind like an unspoken verdict waiting to drop.He chose the same central table on the main floor—glass walls on three sides, constant foot traffic for safety, no hidden corners. Laptop open. Notes spread. Breathing exercises running silently in his head: in for four, hold for four, out for six. Sarah and Malik arrived first, chatting about weekend p
Última atualização: 2026-01-16
Chapter: Chapter 20: Group Project AssignmentEthan woke Sunday morning with the reflection paper deadline looming like a storm cloud. The individual progress report required honest assessment of group dynamics—strengths, challenges, collaboration. Private submission to Professor Harlan. No group discussion. No hiding.He stared at the blank document on his laptop for thirty minutes. Fingers hovered over keys. Words refused to form.Friends texted encouragement.Alex: Write the truth. Whatever it is. We'll read drafts if you want.Mia: Be kind to yourself first. Then honest.Jordan: It's academic. Focus on observable behavior.Ethan exhaled. Started typing.Group collaboration has been productive overall. Sarah brings strong communication skills. Malik excels in data organization. Caleb contributes thoughtfully, often deferring leadership and providing solid research support. He respects boundaries in meetings, maintains professionalism, and shows reliability in deadlines.He paused. Heart raced again.Challenges: Personal histor
Última atualização: 2026-01-12
Chapter: Chapter 19: Sleepless NightsEthan left the balcony in a haze, the cool night air still clinging to his skin as he rejoined the dance floor. Friends immediately surrounded him, sensing the shift. Alex's eyes narrowed. "What happened out there? You look like you saw a ghost.""Talked," Ethan managed. "He... opened up more. About being scared then. Into me. Still is. Therapy. No pressure."Mia's jaw dropped. "He said all that on the balcony?"Ethan nodded numbly. "Then he left. Respectful. But it... hit different."Jordan placed a gentle hand on his arm. "You okay?""No," Ethan admitted. "Heart won't stop racing. Feels like everything's colliding."The party continued around them—music thumping, lights flashing, laughter echoing—but Ethan moved through it like a shadow. Caleb didn't approach again. He stayed on the periphery, helping with cleanup when the drunk freshman incident wrapped, then quietly slipping out early.Ethan watched him go from across the room.Friends insisted on walking him back to the dorm. "No
Última atualização: 2026-01-11
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