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CHAPTER 12
MIRABEL
In an empty class, I hid under a desk, crying in pains.My arms wrapped around my legs, with my face buried down.The humiliation was too much to bear. I couldn't take it anymore."God, I'm tired of this. I'm tired of this life. I can't take it any longer. Just help me out of this, I beg of you, " I cried.I was trying my best to stop this stream of tears from flowing out any more, but the faces and echoes of all that mocked me, wouldn't go.And this is all because of Derek. The one I always looked up to when our parents haven't met or announced their relationship to us.Then, when he was just my crush, my life was still okay. I could still stand the bullying from Tania and her friends, but after learning we're going to be step siblings, Derek has made my life a living hell.Now everyone wants to bully me. Everyone hates me."I'm a loser. A nobody. I'm useless.""No you're not " I heardRelated chapters
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MIRABELTerrified, I ran to the only place I always hid from danger. The empty class room.I ran inside and straight under the desk, shaking in fear."What if she's coming here? What if she saw me entering this place?" I panicked, trembling under the desk.The death stare from Tania killed all the remaining peace in me. All I could feel was nothing but fear for my life."I knew it! Derek, why?!" I groaned, hitting my head.But throughout this week, since that day he accepted Tania, Antonio and I didn't notice any funny movement from Derek. In fact, he has been moving around school with Tania, holding her close like a couple. On Wednesday night, I overheard him talking on phone with Tania. They were talking lovingly with each other, making me accept that he had no plans yet.But he pulls this shocking surprise on the same week he declared Tania his girlfriend.This is too soon.He did
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 14
MIRABEL"Let's just go. No need to meet him, please, " I pleaded with Antonio, making an attempt to leave.Still, Antonio wouldn't listen to me. He held my hand tight, pulling me close."We are going to see Derek. I won't take no for an answer," He stamped, pulling me along.I trembled, unable to argue with Antonio over this. His eyes were filled with determination as he forced our path open, pulling me through the crowds.I just followed him from behind, feeling my heart pounding over his decision.Oh heavens! We're going to see Derek! Successfully, Antonio and I got into the gym, looking for Derek. We only saw the others going head to head with a basketball, but Derek wasn't with them.His absence gave me a sudden peace, making me believe that he wasn't here."Seems everyone just want to watch the guys only, " I assumed, about to get Antonio to forget about seeing Derek.
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 15
MIRABELThe following day, Mr Hallman, just like yesterday, suggested he'd drop me at school.He didn't bother to ask his son, since Derek knows his way around. In short, Derek doesn't like going anywhere with his father, except for occasions involving wealthy businessmen and women.Inside the car, on our way to school, I sat quietly, staring out through the window.I was lost in thoughts, thinking about Tania and her wrath. All because of Derek's action, she wants to punish me.If Antonio hadn't stepped in yesterday, who knows what would have happened to me.And Derek... He doesn't care, nor does he want to listen. He now thinks I'm trying to cause a wedge between him and Antonio.I felt so frustrated."Is everything okay?""Huh?" I uttered, turning over to face Mr Hallman.He glanced at me, then at the road, repeating, "Is everything okay?" He drove, taking a right turn."Yeah, every
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 16
MIRABEL"What?" Mr Hallman uttered in shock.Derek got to his feet to check the paper in his father's hand, while Mr Hallman drew closer to me, pulling me near."Who's after you? Tell me, " He requested, helping me to one of the seats.I tried to control my fear, telling him about Tania and how she always bullied me at school."An incident occurred off recent between her and her Derek, and now she's trying to get her hands on me. She wants to punish me, " I cried.Mr Hallman was stunned.I saw him directing his gaze at Derek, who didn't even look concern one bit."So she's planning to attack you because of Derek?" He asked me.Before I could nod, Derek sparked out."Quit using me as an excuse. Tania isn't coming after you for anything. You're just exaggerating," He sparked, getting angry.Mr Hallman called his name in a strong voice, ordering him to be shut. "No, I won't. You
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 17
DEREK"Come on, more pushups!" Coach whistled out, ordering us.The others were acting all lazy while I was carrying out the task with seriousness."Be more like Derek here! He's doing it perfectly!" Coach compared me to the others, getting them to the ground.He thinks I'm doing this with passion, but I'm the only one who knows why I'm going like a machine. It's all because of her, Mirabel.After that night at the kitchen, I've not been myself. Her action left a spark of fear in me, leaving me scared of her rage. Who knows what will happen when next I make that move again? She might pull out a screwdriver or pocket knife and sink it into my chest."I hate you!" Her voice echoed in my head, distracting me.I lost my focus, falling to the ground."Wow! What happened, Champ?" My coach asked, drawing nearer to me.I sat up, swaying my head."I need a break, sir, " I s
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 18
DEREKThe red light to the emergency room was still on.I was pacing outside, desperate to know when all these would be over. It has been an hour already, and no one has stepped out to speak to me.Is it that serious?What am I saying? The bruises and the blood I saw with my eyes, wasn't that enough to show that Mirabel was attacked brutally?"Pull yourself together!" I groaned, finding it hard to control my shivering body.I've been restless since Mirabel was taken into the emergency room. Her bloody swollen face, stamped in my head, gave me no chance to find peace.She's the only one my mind.I can't help it.Antonio's apology from the ambulance, echoed in my head, filling me with regret.I came to a stop, leaning against the wall, thinking about those times she tried to talk to me, but all I did was attack her for meddling in my life.Her tears from that night, when she pointed the
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 19
DEREK "What do I do now?" I sighed, leaning against the wall, close to the door of a room at the hospital. With all that was going on, I couldn't think straight. My mind felt empty, having no clue on what I should do or where to go. It felt like the angel of loneliness had fallen on me somehow. My father doesn't want to speak to me, and my friend sees me as the villain. I was stuck. "Please get better, " I heard Antonio's voice from behind. Looking to the right, I peeped into the room I was standing outside and found Antonio taking hold of Mirabel's hand. His face engulfed with sadness, caressing her hand with bitterness in his heart. "Please Mirabel, " He begged. My heart quivered at the sight of this. I have only seen Antonio being jovial and friendly, but his rage and sadness was a new phase for me. We've been friends
He's My Stepbrother And My Crush CHAPTER 20
DEREK"What is happening?Father returned with the cops, looking raged over something.He was fuming in anger, letting out curse words while stamping his feet in rage."Why?!" He yelled, grabbing his hair in frustration.From the look of things, it was clear that something had happened at the college.I was close to the entrance of the hospital when I saw him storm inside, with the cops calling out to him from behind."Mr Hallman, listen.""No, I won't! You can't just take what they said despite what you were told. You should have arrested that girl! " He roared, getting attentions on him."What's going on?" I muttered, stepping closer to listen to their conversation.Father's eyes had spotted me, but he just ignored my presence, still arguing with the cops."That young man told you who the culprit was and you didn't do anything. I can't believe you guys!""Mr Hallman, you heard what the school said themselves. It's not like you weren't there, " One of the cops said, trying to get fat
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