Just This Once Novels & Stories

No more rules. Just us.

I crossed my fingers. Just this once, just this once let Vaelor believe one lie.

It was strange . " Here " He pulled out a card from his wallet . " What's this for ? " I wonder grabbing it and taking a look . It had my name on it . " It's an add on because you're not 18 yet . Use it for whatever you want , whenever you want . Alright ? We could go shopping tomorrow since it's a free day and there's a party. " He suggested . I wonder if I should go with Kayla , she seemed really excited about the party . Ahh . I want to go shopping with Jace too , I love his expressions everytime I try out things that he really likes .

It helps a little, but when I close my eyes, it is still Devon I see, Devon I feel. And the thought returns, quiet and insistent: Just once more, then it would be over and I would be free.

For the first time, I was truly proud of the sparkling girl staring back at me. Thank you, Lucia. Thank you for fighting for your future. Suddenly, my phone started vibrating nonstop. Several texts from unknown numbers popped up at the same time. "Lucia, it's me, Scott. You said a real relationship needs a grand confession. A breakup deserves a proper goodbye too, right? Today's my birthday. Can you come see me, just once? I'll wait for you here, for as long as it takes." He left the address. It was our high school's sports field.

“Just so you’d know. This, happening right now is not the norm. It’s just a one time thing.” “Okay.” I agreed and pulled her down on the couch with me.

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“You don’t have think about what could happen, use me as you like My lady.” Despite of the cheesy lines, April smiled after hearing it. “Jeez, you’re such a dummy.” She emptied her mind for a second, and nodded as yes. The young lady took his hand and said, “Fine, we’ll be a couple for a day. But only for today!” She clarified. “Yes, just today.” Wayne agreed. He looked at the food, and sliced the burger. “Here, have the first taste milday.” He gave the half to here.

Gavin came closer to me, not waiting for long; he immediately shot out his right hand and landed on my cheek so hard that I took a step back and almost hit the door behind me. "Gavin, don't do that to Mahira. How many times have you hit her over a misunderstanding, you thought, huh? It's enough that you made Mahira throw away everything she had for you; don't throw away Mahira's hope to stay alive," Adam defended. His voice rose so loudly.

For the first time in months, maybe even years, he felt like he was doing the right thing. With a deep sigh, Carson swung his legs over the side of the bed and sat up. He grabbed his phone from the nightstand and stared at it for a long moment. Then, with shaking fingers, he started to type out a message: "Dear friends and family, I regret to inform you that the wedding between Margaret and myself has been cancelled. I apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Your understanding during this difficult time is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, Carson MacPherson"