Ever since Abigail entered your life, she’s made it her mission to turn your romantic interests into a competition—winning over the guys you liked just to rub it in your face. You thought you’d finally left that nightmare behind when you met Noah in college. Smart, kind, and blessed with a charming smile, he became your best friend and an indispensable part of your life. But just as you finally gather the courage to take your friendship to the next level, an old rival reappears and turns everything upside down.
Slow BurnYou felt your heart sink, and you quickly tried to compose yourself. Your grip on the cake box loosened, and you took a step back, trying to mask the hurt that was undoubtedly showing on your face.
You felt a lump in your throat as you stood there, the cake still in your hands. You tried to speak, but no words came out. The scene before you was like a punch to the gut. Abigail noticed your presence first, her smirk growing wider as she looked between you and Noah. She clearly enjoyed this moment. "Oh, look who it is." She said in a singsong voice, leaning into Noah's side as if to claim him.
You couldn’t believe what you were seeing. Your grip on the cake box tightened even more, and you felt your heart clench. All the words you had prepared to say to Noah suddenly vanished, replaced by a bitter lump in your throat. You wanted to say something, but you couldn’t. You just stood there, staring at the scene before you, feeling betrayed and hurt.