I give up. I knew it has been like a day but everything just seemed so bleak. First off I found out this betting shit had some ridiculous organizers, just so everyone gambled legally. The number of girls willing to join in increased until the bet was raised to one hundred thousand dollars. It was huge, hence why I was giving up. Can I even compete with those rich girls? I mean look at my plain ass. Once I sign those documents, my money is never coming back. If I lost, that was it. No refund, no nothing. Taking out money from my savings was going to bite me in the ass. Literally."You've been sighing nonstop. It's irritating " jake complained picking up an empty can behind a tree."Oh my bad. Me overthinking the stupid bet and stuff is making me sigh so much, so excuse me for making you feel miserable with me".He regarded me skeptically. "You're in a sour mood, I see" he pointed out and I gasped."Omg, you noticed. And here I thought I was being subtle about it."Jake rolled his eyes,
I set to the task the next day because I had to win this come rain or shine. Thunder rumbled overhead, making me flinch."Jeez, I was just kidding. Chill already" I muttered at the dark cloudy sky. Why the weather chose to be so gloomy was beyond me. Was this an omen or something? Maybe I should visit a shaman, and confirm if I'm on the right path. Oh wait, I don't believe in those things. Haha, forgot for a second there.Appearing in places he was, was way easier than I expected. I was at the sports center during his practice and I almost squealed as we made eye contact. The upside of this whole stalking job that I'd gotten myself was that he was rarely alone which was not surprising. I mean, he's Zach freaking Dante. If he was alone, that's when I'd be worrying. But I needed him alone for my plan to work tho, so it was getting frustrating.I got my chance in the library. He came there to relax, cause the dude didn't pick up any book. He was bored with all the attention I guess.I mad
Vega POV.I trudged towards Andria's car, my eyes were red-rimmed from not sleeping well. Why does every day have to be so difficult? I buckled my seatbelt once I sit, finally getting the hang of it?Andrianna watched me skeptically."Now what's wrong?"."I had a horrible nightmare. Zach proposed to Arielle in front of the whole school, she looked straight at me after saying yes, then cackled like an ogre. " I shuddered, as I recalled the events. If it was possible to have a heart attack during a dream, I would have. Andrianna shook her head, clicking her tongue."Told you that was gonna happen. You just don't compete with Arielle. She's already won in your dream. How hard or long is it gonna be in real life? Today maybe?".I'm shooting lasers out of my eyes right now, so why isn't Andria melting in her seat. Andrianna acted like an angel but she spits like Satan's daughter. "She's. Not. Winning" I gritted through my teeth then took a deep breath, thinking only happy thoughts before
Arielle pulled closer to Zach, grabbing at his shirt and staring at him from underneath her lashes."Thanks for helping me against that girl Zach. She's a bully, and she's always looking for a fight just to get attention. She made up those stuff about Jake, 'cause that's just how she is... I had never in my life even had a conversation with him" She got out, watching him for any hint of anger or jealousy. He patted her hair, smiling."Don't worry about that. I believe you." He stared at her intently "You're cute when you're nervous" he took her hand. "Call me if she bothers you ok".Arielle smiled, squeezing his hand. "Oh my gosh, really?. You're so cool Zach." Zach tilted her chin up, pressing a kiss to her cheeks. She blushed, squirming in his hold."I'll head off now. Be a good girl while I'm gone ok" she bobbed, smiling brightly. "See you later then. Ariana".Arielle's smile dropped, confusion marring her feature."It's Arielle" she corrected, trying not to sound offended. She a
Vega POV.I know everyone expected a bomb ass makeover session where I turned out looking like a drop-dead gorgeous vampire, having long wavy hair that rivaled the wind as it flowed around me, or rose-colored cheeks and cherry red lips, but nope, it didn't happen. The makeover was a disaster because we could hardly get to focus on one thing without a fight breaking out between Andria and Jake. I was part of that equation at some point, due to being frustrated with trying to keep the peace. This was what I got for having two hype friends who loved to get their way in everything. Jake wanted me to keep my curls, and Andria wanted them long and straight. Jake wanted light makeup, Andria wanted dark and mysterious, Jake wanted me in pretty long gowns, Andria said the shorter, the better... I watched them argue back and forth until I thought I was going to pass out. Every place we visited was almost glad to see us leave.And that was why we were all sitting at the cafe trying to enjoy our
Vega POV.If there was ever a time the slow-motion music walk should be used, this was it. I could already hear that song "I'm so fancy" playing in my head.I made a show of getting out of Andrianna's car cause why not. The makeover had turned out great. I kept my curls, detoxed, got my nails done, and got new clothes and shoes, the weather was looking great, and I could already see myself winning the money. Facts. I was wearing a black crop top, with black shorts, and high boots. I preferred the getup because being in a dress just didn't work for me, except if it was a very formal gathering. Andrianna grinned as she took in our audience, she was in a yellow print dress, a darker shade of heels in the same color, with a purse to match. Jake was the last to come out, but he came out looking like a billion dollars CEO, and all smooth edges. I think we made an awesome pair. The crowds kept staring at us, and it was a new sort of attention that was a bit unnerving, I didn't think I chan
VEGA POV.Is this how it feels when you gloat in the face of an enemy. If it is, then damn I feel good. It's almost like a high at this point. Andria watched me with amusement on her face, while Jake proceeded to be all lovey-dovey with Markus, AKA the hot_I wish he was my boyfriend instead. Kidding!. If he's cool with it then that'll be icing on the cake. I'm still kidding.My lips stretched in an eerie smile, as Andria relayed what happened for the thousandth time and I loved how she managed to make the whole encounter more hilarious than it was."Did you see the look on her face... It was and is my favorite thing in the world now. She tripped on her own feet, how stupid" I said, recalling my favorite part of the whole drama. Andria bobbed her head In enthusiastically. "You can't forget about it if you tried hard enough. It was so hilarious. I'm so proud of myself". She said, batting her lashes, and choosing to ignore her ice cream that was melting. Ugh, she wasted everything. Jake
Zach's POVAwkward was the best way to describe the atmosphere. I didn't like Noah getting all in her space which was borderline fucked up. But I couldn't help the horrible feeling that pumped through my chest. I didn't even like her. Why should I care if she was smiling like the entire universe was alight just because she saw Noah? That smile tho. It was too dangerous. Too infectious. I couldn't stand it. I think it was safe that she was directing it at Noah and not me."I thought I'd never see you again" she murmured into his shirt before pulling away. Were those fucking tears glazing in her eyes? And why did her voice have to go so shaky, making me wish that I could soothe whatever ache she was feeling? This was so pathetic. I clenched my fist, this was not me at all. I didn't care how anyone felt, especially not her. Noah smiled like he'd won a lottery ticket. "I know right. This feels like destiny doesn't it".Destiny? Could he be more cringe? Vega seemed to be buying the whole d