Jason and I pull apart, still in shock from our unexpected kiss. I hide my face in Jason's chest, feeling my cheeks burn with embarrassment. "Avery, come on, look at me," Jason urges me.I realise that I can't hide forever and reluctantly pull away from him. "Oh my God, what just happened?" I think to myself. "I can't believe I kissed him like that.""Avery, come on," Jason interrupts my thoughts. "We need to talk about what just happened." Instead of owning up to my actions like a responsible and mature adult, what do I do? I completely submerged myself underwater. Jason bursts into laughter, and who could blame him? First, I bury my face in his chest, and then I disappear underwater like the Little Mermaid. What is wrong with my brain? "Avery, come up. You can't stay underwater forever. You'll eventually need to breathe," Jason says with a grin. I can hear the amusement in his voice once more. He must think I'm a complete idiot. Who wouldn't?"Okay, I can do this," I thought to myse

I was abruptly awakened by a commotion emanating from the kitchen, and I immediately recognized the source of the noise. It had to be Eva. I put on my glasses and made my way to the kitchen, curious about what Eva had been up to all day. I couldn't get in touch with her, and she was nowhere to be found. As I walked into the kitchen, I was relieved to see Eva drinking orange juice in her pyjamas, indicating that she had been here all along."Eva," I greeted her, and she turned around, her smile not quite reaching her eyes. "Good morning, Avery. Did you have a good day yesterday?" she asked, her voice strained. Something was amiss, and I couldn't put my finger on it."Eva, is everything alright?" I inquired, concerned. "Did something happen? Is that why you didn't show up for our sightseeing plans? I've been trying to call you, but you weren't answering your phone." I tried to keep my composure, but my anxiety was starting to get the best of me.Without warning, Eva erupted into a fit o

As I basked in the glow of Jason's company, I felt myself slip into a carefree state. Suddenly, his accusing tone brought me back to reality. "Avery, what's that mark on your cheek?" he asked, his voice laced with anger.I couldn't believe I had forgotten about it. I stammered out a response, trying to cover up my mistake. "Um, remember I told you something came up with Eva, well the mark is a result," I said, nervously laughing.But Jason wasn't laughing. His expression turned to one of shock as he realized what had happened. "Eva did this to you?" he exclaimed, drawing the attention of the cafe patrons around us.I quickly tried to calm him down, worried that his outburst would draw more attention. "Jason, lower your voice. People are staring," I whispered soothingly.But his anger only intensified. "Avery, after what she did, you're asking me to calm down?" he spat, pulling out a cap and sunglasses that I hadn't even noticed he had. He stood up from his seat and took my hand firmly

"Hayden, it's Eva," her voice carried through the door as she knocked again.I felt a pang of anxiety in my chest as I looked at Jason, wondering how he would handle the situation. He seemed tense for a moment before taking a deep breath and getting up from the couch."I'll go talk to her," he said, his voice calm and reassuring. "You stay here, okay?"Jason opened the door but didn't allow Eva to enter, staying firmly inside the room while Eva lingered in the hallway. "Eva, what are you doing here?" he asked."I tried calling you, but you didn't pick up my calls," Eva replied, sounding flustered. "I was busy with something important. If that's all, bye," Jason said, starting to close the door.But Eva stopped the door with her hand. "Actually, the main reason I'm here is that my manager called to tell me the news that you've agreed to date me," she said, her voice filled with excitement.Jason's face hardened. "I didn't agree to date you, Eva. I'm just not going to say anything about

"Why is it so bright?" I mumbled, Apologizing, a voice responded, "Sorry about that." The person unwrapped themselves from my arms, lifted the blanket, and stood up from the bed. I assumed they went to adjust the curtains, as the room gradually dimmed. As the person settled back onto the bed, the mattress dipped, and they pulled me closer, covering us both with the blanket. "Thanks for drawing the curtains." I drowsily said.With a gentle kiss on my forehead, the person whispered, "You're welcome, princess."Wait a minute, "princess." I'm on the verge of panicking, thinking there's a stranger in my bed, when the memories from the previous day come rushing back to me and I realize it's just Jason.Still feeling sleepy, I settle back into the bed. I must have pulled away from Jason a little, because he responds by pulling me closer. I snuggle back into him, finding comfort in his embrace.When I wake up later I'm alone in bed and Jason side is cold so it must have been a while since he