All Chapters of Stuck With My Bully Until Graduation: Chapter 1 - Chapter 10

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Moving again

_Harper’s POVStepdad number three lasted for thirty months. That’s a new record.Usually, all the men my mom has been with barely last twenty-four months except my dad.I stood at the edge of the city cemetery, rain soaking through my black dress as I watched them lower James into the ground.My mother sobbed into Klaus’s chest, and he patted her back as he checked his watch.Klaus is my mom’s best friend, and I have known him ever since I was little.Out of every man I knew with my mother, he is the only one that has stayed beside her for years without dying or leaving.I watched everyone else cry, but I didn’t.I stopped crying after David, my first stepdad.Soon, everyone departed from there and headed back home, and just like that, we returned to our normal life.For the next month, everything was good—or maybe not.“Harper, honey, come here,” Mom called as soon as I stepped into the house after a shitty day at school.I had to deal with some jerk taunting me all day at the cafe

Which is worse?

_ 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 here. Her name is Marla. She said you could stay with her since it’s just a few months.” My heart kicked, and I threw my arms around her. “Thank you, Mom,” I said with relief, wishing a day like this where everything works my way continues forever. “But there is a condition.” The sparks died immediately. “Condition?” I loosened my arms from Mom, feeling naive for thinking that something so good would happen without a catch. “Oh, honey, it’s not a big deal,” she said, waving her hand. “Marla has a son around your age. He is a little behind in school, and SATs are coming up,” she explained. I nodded and relaxed, a bit relieved. “She needs someone to help tutor him. Make su

So gross

Harper’s POV Marla opened the door for me by 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 would be staying in. My room was next to Jace’s. I knew it the second Marla opened the door. The wall thumped with bass. Something heavy hit the floor and then a grunt. “He is just working out,” Marla said, pushing my boxes inside. “He is very dedicated to the team. You will get along, I promise.” I nodded like a statue, setting the bag in my hand down and staring at the room. “Your mother said you like pink a lot,” she said, referring to the designs. At least she knows that one thing about me. “Thanks,” I muttered. The door shut as she left while I stood there, surrounded by boxes. I listened to Jace Carter do push-ups on the other side of my wall. I can do this. It’s six months. I will tutor him, get my Harvard letter and never see him again. I grabbed the

Three seconds

_ 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. “Marla tells me you are top of your class. Valedictorian track?” “Hopefully,” I said, grinning. Jace’s head lifted at that. His eyes met mine for one second. Judging me? He raised his brow, and I could read that from his face. I smirked, turning to Thomas. “Marla also tells me you scored exceptionally well on your last SAT.” I straightened slightly, loving this. My mum has never been the type to care or praise me for my good grades. “1580,” I said. “I’m aiming higher on the next attempt.” Then I winced. Brag much? Jace scoffed, ignoring me. Marla’s eyes lit up. Thomas nodded approvingly, and I caught the familiar look of pride on their faces. “Jace, did you hear that? 1580! That’s almost perfect!” Across the table, Jace stabbed a piece

This is dangerous.

_ Harper's POV I 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 universe decided there wasn't enough barrier between me and Jace Carter's personal life. I had to see his butt! I threw the sheets over my head to avoid hearing anything, but the image replayed instantly. Goodness, he is so disgusting. I pressed the pillow harder over my face, trying to block out the memory, to no avail. I shot up from the bed, frustrated. "This is stupid." I rushed downstairs, grabbing a glass of water just to distract myself. I remained in the living room until ten, falling asleep on the couch before heading back to my room. She should be gone by now. I heaved, climbing back into bed, and closed my eyes. But my sleep was filled with nightmares and horrible sig

She bothers me

_ Harper’s POV cont. I finally managed to push him off and put a good, long distance between us, my chest heaving. "I would rather get on a roller coaster," I threw. I tried to calm my nerves and turned to him boldly, ignoring his distracting abs. "If you want to keep your dirty secret, then you have to listen to me," I told him, setting my books down. He scoffed behind me. "Like hell I will." He strolled to the bed and sat down. "Look," I exhaled. "We both hate each other's guts. The sooner we agree to cooperate, the sooner we can end this." His lashes flickered up. I crossed my arms a little more firmly against my chest and took a few steps closer. We stared at each other, our gazes engaged in combat until he gave in. "Fine." He gave in and got up. "Let's do this." I gave a victorious smile. "But I have conditions," he said, and my smile withered. He moved closer, and I tilted back for safety. "No one can know you live in my house or that you are my tutor," he said wit

Better than a dumbass

_ Jace's POV cont. The moment I walked into the house, I didn't wait before ascending the stairs to escape to my room. Mum stopped me, and I let out a low grunt. "What?" I snapped. Little Miss Busybody spoke instead. "Hey, don't be rude to your mum. You didn't even say thank you for picking you up from school," she said. I let out a dry scoff. "Maybe because she never did that before." Mum's face twitched into a frown. The same displeased look she always held for me, but I didn't stop, knowing how much it would upset her. "It's really funny to see you trying so hard, Dr. Marla," I said and didn't wait before leaving. As I opened my door, I heard Harper's voice. "Don't mind him. He's just being a child," she said. I clenched my jaw and slammed the door shut behind me. I threw my bag on the floor and jumped onto the bed. I took out my phone to check the hockey group chat. From their chats, they all seemed to be doing well without a care about me. I tossed the phone onto the

Like a movie

_ Harper's POV cont. I stared at him, clenching my fist slowly, but then he smirked. "I hope you can keep up that attitude when no one asks you out to prom." I glared at him, swallowing my anger and deciding to focus on what's important. I don't need to listen to his nonsense. I went on explaining again and soon got immersed in explaining a question on the SAT exam. "Did you get it?" I asked, lifting my head and catching him staring at me instead. "Are you even listening?" I asked. He shook his head as he looked away. "You kept babbling on, and I couldn't keep up," he answered, throwing the pen in his hand onto the table with a short thud. "Jace!" I yelled, raising my hand as if to hit him but stopping myself. "Wow. Kitty's got claws," he said, laughing. "Maybe you should work on your anger issues before tutoring others." This dumbass. I pushed my hair backward with one hand, heaving, and decided to stay calm. He is too stupid for me to lose my temper over. "Let's try

Is there a problem?

_ Harper's POV Silence filled the room, with no response from Reagan. "I want us to date properly. As boyfriend and girlfriend," Declan went on. I waited, holding my breath, like the response was for me. Reagan huffed out a scoff and then laughed as she adjusted her clothes. "I don't want to," she told him. "Why not?" Declan asked. I could hear his desperation. "You think you are a match for Jace Carter?" Reagan asked, her tone serious now, with a scoff. I imagined Declan frowning at that moment. "He's on the national team, and you..." she pushed him back, putting more pressure on the bench. I swallowed the pain in one breath. "You are not even the captain of the school team," Reagan threw in with a mocking sneer. Declan stood straight, his fists clenched. "So... I'm just your sex toy?" he asked, his voice drained with bitterness. Reagan came closer and coiled her arms around his neck, pulling him closer. "Jace is a star. And you're just an average student. I need to b

Time to have fun

_ Harper's POV I left the school alone, refusing Mrs. Dawson's offer to drive me, and hurried into the emergency room. My fingers tightened around my backpack as I hurried toward the reception desk. "My mum..." my voice came out uneven. "Her name is Melissa Scott." The nurse looked through the computer before offering me a sympathetic smile. "Room 214." I barely managed a thank you before taking off down the hallway. Please be okay, Mom. I pushed the door open without knocking. "Mom?" my voice echoed softly through the room. My mother's head turned toward me immediately. The moment our eyes met, tears welled in hers. "Oh, sweetheart..." The knot in my chest loosened, and I rushed over and wrapped my arms around her carefully, mindful of the IV connected to her hand. She looked pale and a bit exhausted, with a small bandage on her forehead. "I was so scared," I mumbled into her shoulder. "I'm sorry," she whispered immediately and patted my back gently. "I'm so sorry,

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