Though Thomas left, Nathan was even more popular at A University.
The crowd of onlookers grew larger instead of dispersing.
I could only ask him: “Can we talk somewhere else?”
He nodded: “Sure.”
3
The comments teased:
“Oh my god, if his company employees saw this, they’d be shocked. The cold CEO turned into a puppy!”
“The girl he’s been secretly crushing on for years says she likes him–I’m ready to move the bed for you guys! Do whatever you
want! I support you, king!” want
“What kind of dirty talk is that? Don’t you have someone you care about on the internet?”
“In the novel, Nathan secretly loved her for over ten years! If he doesn’t battle her in his dreams 300 rounds tonight, I’ll question if
he’s capable!”
“Tell us more about this battle, I’m here for it!”
How did these comments pass the censors?!
I almost tripped.
Nathan caught me with one hand.
“Are you okay?” he asked,
I quickly said: “I’m fine, thank you.”
Looking up into his eyes: “And thank you for earlier. Sorry I used you.”
He smiled again, revealing a shallow dimple in his left cheek.
“Being useful enough to be used is actually a compliment. I’m honored.”
The comments were relentless:
“When relatives borrow my name to brag, I correct them immediately, but when the girl I like uses me, it’s my honor. Is this what
they call a double standard?”
“No, this is what they call being in love.”
I was about to speak when my phone suddenly rang.
It was my mom.
“Mia, you can be upset with Thomas, but some things shouldn’t be used to spite someone.”
I couldn’t imagine how Thomas had the nerve to involve our parents.
After quickly adding Nathan as a friend and saying goodbye, I got in the car to go home.
When I arrived, my parents, Thomas, and his mom Mrs. Carter were all there.
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As soon as I walked in, my mom said disapprovingly: “Mia, throwing a little tantrum is one thing, but how could you bring in a stran-
ge man to make Thomas jealous?”
Dad nodded: “Don’t you like him? Why make a fuss when he confesses?”
Thomas looked wronged: “Uncle, Auntie, I’m not here to complain. I’ve confessed to Mia six times already. When she rejected me a
few days ago, I took it as a girl’s shyness and restraint. But this time, Mia went too far.”
