JacobThe first time Daniel laid a hand on me, it sure as hell wasn’t a gentle touch.No. It was far from it. It was controlling, claiming.And now we were in this weird dorm room with a light that kept flickering on and off like it had a hangover and a window that never stayed shut.Daniel had suggested we go there, so we could have some time alone, without Sarah or Mr Richard barging in.And he was right. Mr Richard wouldn’t stay away these days, Sarah too… and we needed some time alone, and away from all the drama.The air smelled of Daniel’s expensive cologne, sweaty teenagers, and a bunch of bad decisions. I had downed two drinks already, trying my best to ignore how he was eyeing me from the other side of the room. But the truth of the matter was that I noticed.Daniel had a way of watching that made it seem like he owned the place, which he kind of did, but it felt like he… owned me, too.Everyone else was busy getting rowdy, making a mess of themselves, but he was cool, leani
JacobThe familiar scent of Daniel’s expensive cologne just engulfed me like an old beautiful memory, the moment I stepped into his room. The room was very well organized, as usual. “You’re here,” he said, smiling up at me from the bed, the sheets tangled around his legs, and this phone beside him. “Course I came, Danny,” I answered, quietly shutting the door behind me. “We’re back, aren’t we? I mean we’re back together… right?” I mumbled, almost biting off my tongue.Back together? What was I on about? The word felt really weird at the tip of my mouth. It sounded like this was a relationship, and we had some couple fights, and now we’d made up. He didn’t answer, didn’t need to. I knew the answer to my own question. And we both knew the thing between us was just an agreement, scribbled on a piece of paper… A contract. A carefully written arrangement where we each had our roles to play. Mine was to be his Toy, loyal to only him. And his was to stop bullying and sending me on petty
DanielHe wasn’t standing just a few rows away from where I sat, looking at me, unsure if he should go or stay. For a second, we just stared at each other, neither of us speaking a word. His hands balled into fists, trembling at his sides. Then he took some steps forward and then stopped. “You’re skipping first period.”“And so are you… clearly.” I shrugged.He took a deep breath, then a quick laugh. “I guess I am.”There was another silence. The air between us felt thick, like it could land on us like a rock any moment. “What are you doing here, Jake? I finally asked, my eyes flickering around the room.“I saw you leave, so I followed. Just wanted to make sure you’re okay.”The words pierce through my fragile heart. Because that was Jacob Hale. No matter how many men he kissed, he’d always come running to see if I was okay. Maybe he cared, but even if that were true, I didn’t deserve it.All I ever did was control him, bully him… use him. “I’m fine.” The words came out sharper t
DanielThe moment we started walking inside the school, and I saw how Jacob and will was laughing right in front me. Something inside me snapped. I should know and be used to the fact that Jacob wasn’t my property. The contract didn’t mean that I owned him, especially not at school, where the other kids could misinterpret what we had. I should be used to watching him make friends… and be happy for him. But it hurt. So much. Especially now that we weren’t exactly solid with our agreement.I walked fast, past them. I could no longer watch from behind. The hallway was packed with students as usual. They were laughing, shouting , chatting, like everything was normal with the world. But they weren’t. Things had changed. For most of us… for me. Reggie saw me, he was leaning against his locker as always, probably waiting for me to come in. He raised an eyebrow as I got closer. “Damn man, you look like… shit.”“Thank you for pointing that out, Reg,” I answered sarcastically, running my h
KennyThe dining hall buzzed with the usual loud noises from students. There were loud laughter, tray’s clattering, the occasional shout from the house masters trying to get everyone to be quiet. But I wasn’t having any of that… not today. I stabbed my fork into the overcooked chicken, my eyes burning tiny holes into Jacob’s stupid fucking… perfect head. He was sitting at the usual table he’d chosen over ours. His table was close to the window, and the sun made his skin glow like honey. It made me so.. mad.And across from him, was Daniel fucking Cobbs with his friends. Since when did Daniel and his friends sit at the same table with Jacob and all the other losers there?Daniel… confident, wealthy, influential… untouchable leaned forward, whispering something in Jacob’s ear that made him laugh. That soft, quiet laugh, the one that made him look like some cute little saint. The one that made even teachers fall in love with him. The one that made me want to go over there and slam my
NathanThe very first thought that came into my head, when I stepped into the campus was, this place wasn’t for me. I didn’t belong here. My brand new leather jacket was stiff against my shoulders, and the bodyguards my dad had sent to help me settle in were right behind, with my expensive suitcases rolling behind them. This wasn’t like the places I’d come from. No one cared how many suitcases I’d brought with me, or the expensive leather jacket. They were chatting, laughing, and calling out to people like they’d know each other forever.And then there was I. Nathan Vincent, the new rich kid on campus, who didn’t know anyone in the entire city. But it was the place I’d always wanted to. Maybe because my parents never let me go anywhere. They were thrilled when I got in. Mom was overly excited, like she was the one going herself. I understood, living with my Dad was one of the hardest thing anyone could do. For mom, it wasn’t about the place, it was more about being away from Dad
DanielThere was this persistent ache in my chest when I woke up. It could be from the weight of everything that happened in the last few days. The hiding, lying to Sarah… and getting back with Jake after everything. The pain and the thoughts pressed down on me as I lay on the bed, my eyes focusing on the ceiling of my room. The morning lights flicked through the fabric in the window, casting gold lines on the walls. It was a new day. Another day to be in school, see those familiar faces… see Jake’s face.Rolled to the other side of the bed, reaching for my phone on the nightstand. Notifications light up my phone. A message from Sarah… and my mom, but nothing from Jacob.Not that I was expecting anything. Things between us had been more complicated, but I thought that forgiving him would change things a bit. Ever since Mr Richard got in the picture, it’d been from one fight to another. I’d thought of breaking off the contract if that would make him happy, but since the whole issue
Classmate: WillThe sound of my heart beating hammered loudly in my ears when I suddenly saw Jake burst into the room. His face was flushed with something I hadn’t seen before. Something more interesting than the usual composure I’d always seen. It seemed like fear… uncertainty. Maybe desperation. I knew that look too well. Seen it before.The difference was, it wasn’t directed at me back then. I was nothing more than a passing shadow, a nameless classmate whose note held no value. He’d tossed it inside his bag, but never acted on it. He didn’t even spare me a second glance since then. I bet he didn’t even remember. But now… no, he was here, in the same room as me, breathing the same thick air that suddenly felt suffocating. Close enough that if I reached out, if I tried just a little, I could… No. It was too soon, and doing anything now could mess up everything.I’ve had so much patience until now. Just a little more wouldn’t kill me.I knew why he was there; the rumors about Dan
JacobI should've felt relieved. After everything I did. The lies, the sneaking around, and the betrayals, Daniel was still willing to continue with the contract. But did I? Hell no. I didn’t feel a single relief. The only thing I felt was fear, like everything would come crashing down right in front of me any second now. Daniel didn’t rip our contract to shreds. But he should have, then I wouldn’t feel like a total crap of a human being. After everything? After my epic fail? He could've, he should've. The terms were crystal clear. No other guy, as long as the contract was valid, no drama. And what did I do? I broke every single rule. And yet, he let it slide. Or maybe he pretended. It didn’t matter what it was, really. The most important thing was that Daniel still wanted to talk to me… touch me. Every time I tried to make amends, to apologize for my mistake again, he’d shut me down with a casual wave.It could be fake even though it didn’t look that way. It looked and felt l