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Nathaniel“Do you have a confession for me?” I pulled out a seat and sat in front of Nathaniel.“I have nothing to say until my lawyer gets here.”“You can start confessing now. That would be a wise decision.”“I did nothing wrong. Even punching you in the face was a great idea, Detective. You were being rude.”“Did you know that can land you two or more years in prison?” His eyes widened in surprise. I leaned back as I assessed his facial expressions. He tapped his fingers on the table nervously and kept looking up at the camera.“Fine. I might have sent one of those letters, but that’s it. I was just messing around.”“By threatening them?”“Yes. My friend doesn’t know how to treat his woman.”“So you decided to rape her?”“I spent months telling her how much she meant to me. I can’t go to bed without her running through my mind. Have you ever been in love, Detective?”“Never with my friend's woman.”He scoffed. “I am in love with Sienna. She is my oxygen. I have made love to her so m

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SiennaI lay there with the covers drawn to my neck, staring at the ceiling and wishing I could sink between the sheets and disappear into thin air. Unfortunately, my wish was not granted. Maybe God was punishing me for moaning so much last night—if that even made sense. Although I felt quite a bit of pain, it still felt good. Is that normal for a first time? I don't know!I side-eyed Sebastian, who was fast asleep. I felt relieved that he wasn't awake to see the awkward look on my face. I needed to figure out what kind of expression to wear, considering he saw and explored every inch of my body last night. I replayed the scene in my head and cringed. Did I even moan right? I rolled my eyes and sighed. I thought everything would feel like roses after sex, but instead, I just wanted to vanish. I nervously watched the clock, hoping he would sleep until midday, or maybe even until tomorrow. Does my body have that power? The power to put him to sleep for days?The sore feeling had me yearn

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SebastianSienna pulled out of my hug and stepped back. For a minute, I thought maybe she was joking, but she just stood there glaring at me. I knew exactly why she was mad, but I decided to play the fool."What's wrong, sweetheart?""What's wrong? So, you didn't see your phone ringing yesterday?"Of course, I saw it, but I was in the middle of telling Alistair how fucking amazing sex with you was."No, I didn't. I told you I was at Alistair's. You know how he gets once he starts talking.""What were you guys talking about?"If I tell you, there's a chance of you killing me."I don't like it when you’re mad." I brushed her hair behind her ear and stepped closer, crowding her personal space. "After last night, shouldn't we talk?"She shook her head, and I decided not to pressure her into the conversation—at least not yet. My body was craving her touch right now, and it wasn't just to fuck; I wanted to make love. I clenched my jaw at the thought of my brain even thinking that. I had neve

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Sienna"Get out!" Sebastian’s voice boomed through the door. A few seconds later, a young woman ran out in tears."What did that poor girl do to you?" I asked as I walked in. He looked up at me from his computer screen."Nothing," he replied, rubbing his forehead. I placed the casserole dish on the table, and he gave me a flirtatious smile. "You look beautiful today, sweetheart.""So, I looked ugly yesterday?""You are not about to trap me in that situation," he chuckled. He rose from his chair and walked toward me, wrapping his arms around my waist. "Can I kiss you now that you've seen for yourself that I'm clean, despite my history?"I rested my forehead against his chest and laughed, then looked up at him. I had insisted he get tested at the doctor. Maybe I was being paranoid, but his history of having so many partners was a cause for concern. To my relief, he was safe, which meant I was safe. Now we could be together without my mind making up worst-case scenarios.Maybe it was jeal

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SebastianHave you ever had a bad dream, and after waking up, you were certain something terrible was going to happen? The past two weeks have been crazy. Nightmares presented themselves every time I closed my eyes, and it was the same dream repeatedly; it played on my mind like a haunting violin. Suddenly, I found myself standing in the middle of the road, breathlessly running while a man chased me. Fun fact: he had no head, and the knife in his hand appeared so sharp it glistened.But I do not believe in dreams, so why should such visions bother me?"Here is your package, sir." I took the bag from the woman and looked inside, ensuring the items were the right size."Thank you," I said, smiling. As I was about to walk off, she leaned over the counter."Do enjoy your night to the fullest, and thank you for choosing Maxie's.""Sure." Weird.The traffic back home was heavy. I had hopes of making love to Sienna tonight. Although I called her on the phone hoping she would stay awake until

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THE PAST: BEFORE THE TRAGEDYI stare out the window as the cab speeds toward Los Angeles. The sun casts its rays against the glass, making me wince. A song from my favorite band, SB19, pounds in my ears as I listen on my iPad. I can't help the smile spreading across my face; excitement is building inside me. In a week, I'll be starting college—and what could be better than experiencing university life with my big brother?I know some people might think it's weird. How can I have freedom if we are enrolled at the same university? He’s in his third year now, and I’m a freshman. Now is the time to experience new things and explore a different world, so we don't need a bodyguard. But trust me, I can't complain about my brother. The truth is, I can have fun with him, and that makes everything better.A smile forms on my lips as I remember his promise: he told me he would show me everything about the university, what it has to offer, his friends, and the town. Everything I’ve missed."Trust

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I gulp. My throat feels dry. Can we just talk about how beautiful those amber eyes are? I feel like I’m drowning in them.I’m petrified, even though no one has cast a Petrificus Totalus spell on me. Yep, I still remember how Hermione Granger did that to Neville Longbottom. The person gripping my wrist looks irritated because I just disturbed his sleep, but then his expression softens as he stares at me.“Sienna? ” he whispers. His voice is low, sending shivers down my spine.It might be the shivers, or maybe it's the fact that this handsome stranger apparently knows my name and whispers it so softly.“I see you two have met.” My brother’s voice makes me jump, and the grip on my wrist is instantly gone.Edward stands in the foyer with a smirk on his face and his hands in his pockets. I straighten up, tucking a strand of hair behind my ear. The guy turns around to face Edward.“Sebastian, Sienna,” he says, introducing us. “Sienna, Sebastian.”My eyes widen. So, this is Sebastian. The bes

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"So, what do you think?" Sebastian asks, a smile tugging at his lips."About what?""This place."I sigh, looking around. "Crowded." I don’t have any other words to describe it, though I have to admit the bar might be the most happening spot in town. Again, a group of girls peers at me from the corner of the room, catching my attention. "Am I a sinner? It feels so hot in here with all these glares being shot in my direction." I fan myself with my hand.Sebastian turns his head toward the girls, making them abruptly look away. He faces me again with a smirk. "Don't worry. I'm not dating any of them.""I can't believe somebody like you stays single," I blurt out, recalling Edward’s conversation with Alexa earlier, only to regret it a second later.It might sound like a cheap pickup line coming from most girls, but I genuinely mean it. I'm sure every girl on campus would line up to be Sebastian’s girlfriend. Not me, of course; I'm not interested in developing feelings for my brother's bes

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Today is my first day at New York University. I walk along the corridor of my new campus, feeling slightly nervous about the unfamiliar atmosphere, but mostly excited about this new chapter of life. Edward left earlier in the morning because he had football practice. I can't wait to watch his team play.Already loving the energy here, I inhale a deep breath, a smile touching my lips. Being a college student brings a new sense of freedom I haven't experienced before. It feels like I'm finally not entirely under my parents' radar anymore.Stepping into my first calculus class, I notice that some students are already taking their seats in the lecture hall. I decide to take a spot in one of the front rows. I don't want to miss anything in my first lecture; my other classmates may be far more brilliant than I am.Chill, Sienna. Damn. You're becoming a freak again.I can't help it. It's normal to be nervous on the first day of college, right?While I’m pulling my notebook out of my backpack,

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It has only been two days since my initial day at New York University, and here I am, confined to the house, completing assignments in the living room. I have considerably more free time compared to high school; however, there are significantly more modules I need to catch up on. Geez. I wish I could be more laid back and less of a perfectionist when it comes to studying. I should probably be strolling around town with Kyla, grabbing pizza or shopping at the mall.I glance at the clock: 11 PM. Where is Edward? He’s not back yet, and I don't remember him mentioning football practice today. Maybe he's on a date. I let out a sigh, resting my chin on the table.The doorbell rings, and my mood immediately brightens. Here he comes."Coming!" I hum, walking toward the door.When I open it, I’m surprised to find Sebastian standing there."Hey." He smirks, and I feel butterflies in my stomach. His white shirt, black leather jacket, and ripped jeans only add to the effect. As always, he looks da

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