ログイン_Quinn's POVI got off the cab and headed inside the well-structured hall but paused when I spotted Austin.He leaned against the wall beside the entrance with one leg stretched out while the other remained firmly planted on the ground.His arms were folded across his chest with his head lowered.The first thought that came to my mind was if something had happened and the marriage couldn’t go on.I walked closer and stopped in front of him."Why aren't you going in?"He lifted his head slowly and looked at me."Because I'm sad," he answered.I blinked, perplexed."You're... sad?"The moment the question left my lips, I regretted asking."Why?"His lips curved into a small smile that didn't reach his eyes."Because I was planning to stop this marriage from happening, but it seems like I won't get a chance to."I stared at him for a few seconds, completely lost for words.What exactly was I supposed to say to that?I cleared my throat and stepped closer, placing a hand casually on his
_Harper’s POV cont.I yawned terribly as I managed to get to school on time after waking up at three in the morning.I dragged my tired and hungry body towards my locker, wishing I had left some snacks or something inside I could eat.“Good morning to you,” Quinn said, appearing out of nowhere.“Here.” She stretched forth a wrap of chips to me.“You are the sweetest,” I muttered, tearing the nylon open and stuffing my mouth with it.“What happened with staying with Jace’s mother? Did she kick you out because of the video online?” she asked, like she could read my mind.I nodded, stuffing another chip in my mouth.I checked to see if we had enough time to discuss before class started, but we didn’t. The bell rang almost immediately, and we headed towards our classes.I turned to my phone as the math teacher went on to explain an equation, and I saw Jace had replied to my texts from last night.He also seemed very surprised and shocked to find out his mother had an ex-boyfriend.So did
_Harper's POVMarla set down her phone and beckoned to one of the waiters to serve her some drinks, ignoring Mom.“Harper?” Mom turned to me, her eyes full of curiosity.Although it doesn’t make sense, the only reason I could think of why Marla could call Mom here like this is because of Jace and I.Before Mom could go on, Marla cleared her throat and folded her arms on the table.“I will not be able to accommodate your daughter in my house any longer.” she said.Mom’s brows furrowed quietly, and she turned towards me again.“I thought your daughter would be as disciplined as you while we were in school, but I had no idea she is simply too loose.”“Stop it right there, Marla.” Mom cut in, looking pissed.“What do you mean loose? Can you stop talking in parables and go straight to the point?” she asked.“Harper, what happened?” she asked.I heaved, surprised Marla would use such a low means as this.“Mom, it’s about…”Marla interrupted before I could even begin and grabbed her phone,
_Quinn's POV cont."How did you get here?" I asked, walking across the room towards him.He turned back a little and also furrowed his brows."I just came in through the elevator..."I stared behind him and noticed the VIP sign written on the door he just walked out from.I had no idea his parents had that kind of money."You must be here for tonight." He said, rubbing his hands together.I nodded and turned around as Mom headed towards us."We meet again." She said, smiling at Austin."Yes, ma'am.""Just call me Diane."I rolled my eyes, seeing she is still not giving up on matchmaking me with him."You must also be here with your parents." She said, looking behind him."Yes." He answered."We will head in first." I cut in quickly and pulled Mom away from there."Where are we headed?" I whispered, a bit taken aback by the interior and designs of the restaurant."Upstairs. Charles booked us a table."I nodded, not giving it much thought, and tried to act as classy as I could.Two sta
_ Jace’s POV “Jace!” Harper protested and pulled her hands out of my hold. I pulled away, watching her struggle to catch her breath. I ruffled her hair and pulled her closer once more. “Don’t ever think of breaking up with me,” I whispered, embracing her. “I would never allow it.” She held on to my shirt, still unraveled, and buried her face in my chest. A loud murmur caught my attention from a distance, and I turned slightly to see a number of students flashing their cameras toward us. A number of them were giggling and whispering to each other. Harper lifted her head and gasped. "Oh my gosh." Her eyes widened. "They're taking pictures," she mouthed and lifted a hand to hide her face. I turned her toward the other side to shield her from the cameras even more and then turned toward the driver, who had already driven the car toward us. I pulled Harper along with me and opened the rear door. "Get in," I said, getting inside after her. “But I still hav
_Harper's POV My heart was beating much faster than usual by the time I reached the school entrance.I spotted Jace near the school gates, surrounded by his teammates.Several girls crowded around him as well, handing him neatly wrapped gifts while wishing him success.He smiled politely as he accepted the gifts.I slowed to a stop a step away, not sure if I was able to face him and break the news to him.I couldn’t help but be afraid that the news might break him and hinder him from focusing on his training.But then another thought crossed my mind.We haven’t even been dating for long now.He shouldn’t be too sad about it.“Harper?” Jace called out to me, and the girls in front of him stepped aside.He waved with a smile and crooked a finger toward himself."C'mere."My heart melted.Every bit of determination I'd built during lunch disappeared immediately.I stopped slowly in front of him and watched the others leave quietly.Then I gave a tiny wave."Hi..." I murmured.He set al
_Harper's POVI sat on the edge of the bed, completely still, staring at the floor.The hunger I felt earlier was gone, replaced with a hot and uncomfortable feeling.I grabbed my pillow and screamed into it.I took a few seconds to calm down.Then wondered when she had gotten there.Like the univ
_ Harper's POV "This looks amazing, Mr. Carter," I said quietly. "Thomas," he corrected, smiling. "We are family now." Jace snorted. I gripped my fork. Don't cuss him. Harvard. Harvard. "So," Thomas said, passing me the potatoes. "Maria tells me you are top of your class. Valedictorian track
_Harper’s POVMarla opened the door for me at a quarter past twelve and let me in.“I spoke with Jace after you left, and I assure you that you won’t have anything to worry about,” she said as she led me to the room I will be staying in.My room was next to Jace’s. I knew it the second Marla opene
_ Harper’s POV “Yes,” she answered, then sighed. “You can stay there until graduation.” A loud whistle blew in my head, and I could see nine ladies dancing around the room. “What? Really?” “Yes,” she nodded with a smile and sat next to me. “I have an old college friend who stays around







