Chapter One: The pizza that broke us

Six Years Ago

“Tonight will be unforgettable,” he whispered into my ear, tracing his fingers down my naked body. His hands cupped my ass, squeezing them so tightly they almost left red marks.

He slowly kissed his way up my neck, sucking and lightly biting as his hands trailed up and down my curves. Then to my hard erect tits, he caressed one while his other hand played and pinched the other, like he could squeeze milk out of it.

I bit my lower lip to swallow down a gasp, begging to escape my mouth.

My body trembled under his touch, my eyes still on him. Liam had been my boyfriend since the first year of college, yet I still couldn’t get over him. His broad shoulders, hard chest, and those abs perfectly built to ruin me.

And really, what better way to end my last day of college than in my man’s arms?

His deep blue eyes screamed danger, and that killer smile never failed to make my heart skip a beat.

People say a perfect body doesn’t exist, but if that’s true, then what the hell was I staring at?

“How did that feel?” he asked, rubbing his fingers over my clit, sliding one in and then two.

“Aah, fuck... It feels… so damn good”. The moan I’d been holding back finally slipped out.

“Spread your legs wider for me, baby,” he demanded, and I immediately obeyed. That was what I loved most about him, he had no limit, no hesitation.

He grabbed my wrist, pulling me hard against him. His fingers, still thrusting in and out, driving me crazy.

Our mouths crashed together with so much hunger but I didn’t care if it bruised, I wanted it raw. I was completely turned on, hot and wet, my eyes half closed.

“I’ll finger-fuck this pussy until you’re begging for my cock.” He chuckled as he inserted his third finger, and my moan grew louder than before.

My thighs shook uncontrollably, and my body trembled as sweat dripped down my skin.

“Y-yes… yes, make me beg” I moaned, my eyes half closed as his hands tightened, pinning my thighs in place while his fingers moved faster.

He whispered, leaning closer, his breath brushing against my ear. “That’s my girl… so wet for me,” Then he pulled back just enough to look into my eyes, his gaze blurring through my watery eyes. “I’ll make you scream my name till you see the gates of heaven.”

I gasped, my body trembling. “L-Liam… I’m so close. Don’t stop.”

“Cum for me, baby. Oh fuck… you’re so tight, look how soaked you are.You're all mine… all mine, baby,” he smirked, his fingers thrusting deeper and harder, hitting all the right places.

My whole body quivered, my thighs clamping together, sweat dripping everywhere.

He didn’t stop, he kept going, moving even faster as I howled with pleasure, screaming his name over and over, my hands gripping the bedsheet tightly until I was shaking and gasping uncontrollably.

My body was on fire, his fingers driving me wild.

And then— knock, knock, knock.

I froze, my body flinging at the sound.

Liam cursed under his breath, running a hand through his hair. “Shit… that’s my flatmate,” he muttered, almost pulling his fingers out.

“No…” I gasped, giving him a look that said ‘Don’t you dare’. My thighs were still shaking uncontrollably, and I was almost at climax.

He let out a frustrated sigh, slowly pulling his fingers out, and then kissed me on the forehead. “I have to stop, baby,” he murmured.

Liam got up to answer the door, and I could hear the low murmur of his flatmate, followed by the click of the door shutting.

I laid there, panting, trying to catch my breath, when a sudden hunger hit me. I’d been so excited about the last day of school that I’d barely eaten all day.

“I’m hungry,” I murmured, getting up from the bed and walking to the fridge.

“Liam, can you grab a box of pizza? There’s literally nothing here to eat.” I slammed the fridge door shut.

Liam walked back in, collapsing sluggishly onto the bed.

“Reese… I can’t.”

“Can't what?”

He sat up and leaned against the wall, as if trying to buy some time.

For a moment, everything felt perfect. Then reality crept back in like a cold draft.

“No, I mean… I don’t have the money.”

I stared at him in disbelief.

“What do you mean, you don’t have the money? It's just pizza.”

“Yeah, and that's like twenty bucks I don't have right now.”

“So what? We just starve? Liam, I'm hungry” I said, grimacing.

“Don’t worry, I can always get an advance from Alex,” he said, pulling me to sit beside him.

I stared at him and let out a quick, disgusted snort. Not just because it sounded like he'd just suggested robbery, but because of the calm ease flashing in his deep blue eyes.

“Borrow? You're going to ask your flatmate for cash so we can eat?”

“You think I like this? You think I don't want to make you happy? I'm trying, Reese… trying so hard,” his voice suddenly rising.

The calm ease I once saw had turned to flames.

“I work double shifts at the diner now. I’m doing everything I can. What more do you want from me?” His breath hitched, his eyes filled with hurt.

”I want to stop pretending love is enough when every day feels like a fight to survive. I’m tired Liam.”

He opened his mouth, like he had something to say, but nothing ever came.

I grabbed my coat, my heart trembling. I swore I could feel an ache in my stomach.

“You are leaving.” The words were flat. Not a question but a truth.

Hot tears ran down my cheeks.

“I love you, Liam.”

He didn’t move. Just sat at the edge of the bed, staring at the floor as if he could find answers there.

When the door clicked shut behind me, my lungs burned as if I’d forgotten how to breathe. I felt weakness in my knees as I walked down the hallway. The dull ache in my stomach had turned into a sharp, twisting pain.

……………

Reese’s Apartment

I sat on the couch, arms wrapped around myself like they could hold me together. The room lights blurred through my tears. Flashbacks of what had just happened replayed in my head.

Avery, my roommate, walked in quietly, holding a mug of steaming tea. She placed it on the coffee table and sat down next to me.

“Talk to me,“ she said gently.

“What's there to talk about? I just ended things with someone I actually care about… over pizza.”

“Hey, it’s not stupid if it made you feel this way.”

“But that's not even the worst,” I whispered, wiping my tears from my face.

My voice trembled. “We had one of the best nights of sex tonight. We were so connected, so close. How does something that feels so right end because of something so small?”

I buried my face in her hands.

“You can’t be serious, Reese. You broke up after sex?” she said, trying to hold back a laugh.

I looked up with red, swollen eyes. “But what kind of future will that be? If a box of pizza is too much for him…What about bills? What about life? I can’t live wondering if we’ll eat tomorrow.”

Avery took my hands and squeezed them. “Oh honey, you’re not wrong for wanting stability.

That doesn’t make you a bad person, Reese.” Her voice was soft.

“You cared for him, and that matters. It just wasn’t enough this time. Don’t feel guilty about it”. She pulled me close, wrapping her arms around me tightly. “You’re going to be okay,” she whispered into my ear.

After a while, she released me, held me at arm's length, and gave me a teasing look.

“You know what?” Her tone sounded playful.

“Screw Liam. If he can’t buy you pizza, I can. And not just one, but two. Extra cheese, and maybe even wings.”

“You’re ridiculous,” I said, letting out a thin laugh.

”I’m serious. We’re having the ultimate break-up feast with pizza, ice cream, and then we’ll watch a rom-com movie. You’re not allowed to cry over a guy who thinks cheap stuff is luxury.” She flashed a playful smile.

“You’re the worst, Avery,” I giggled, covering my mouth.

”No, I’m the best. And I’m about to spend more money on food tonight than Liam spent on your relationship.”

I burst into laughter.

“Oh, Avery, I needed that.”

“I know,” Avery said, wrapping her arm around me.

“Now, go wash your face and put on something comfy. Let’s drown your sorrows in pepperoni.”

And yes, that night was definitely unforgettable.