Romans & histoires Unfortunately Yours: A Novel

Thank God for Hannah, she is my saving grace. Once we make it to the locker room and get me cleaned up, we make our way back out to the halls of the school and I feel horrible, I let Jasmine get the jump on me and I knew something was going to happen. I knew to be on alert, but I still let this happen. How could I let this happen? I guess there isn’t much I can do now, I just need to try and move on and try to get through this year and stay under the radar, but I know that isn’t going to happen now.

“So, I assumed you were either kidnapped, dead, or screwing a new guy since you’re so lonely.” I almost choked on my breath. “What? God. No, Avy.” “Relax, I’m joking. But seriously, you need to work on your security system. Your door was unlocked. Are you planning on starting a charity giveaway? Because anyone could walk in and steal your TV or those luxurious silk designs you just bought.” I laugh, shutting the door and dropping my purse on the counter. “Girl, what are you even doing here? You know I’m married, right?”

[This chapter leans into the darker side of my main character. He's morally grey, fiercely possessive, and makes choices that aren't meant to be justified or admired. Some scenes and themes may be unsettling for some readers. As always, this is a work of fiction, created for entertainment, and the characters' actions do not reflect the author's beliefs. Read at your own discretion.] >>>•>>>•>>> Malik’s POV I rushed into the infirmary, barely able to breathe.