Chapter 4

In a dim corner of the party, Jacob and Jessica the school beauty were sitting close together.

Jessica was wearing a crop top and tight jeans tonight, showing off her slim waist and long legs.

The two of them were clearly separated from the people around them.

Even their conversation seemed like intimate whispering.

The flirtatious atmosphere was palpable even through the screen.

My chest tightened involuntarily.

Jacob had just said this afternoon that he wanted to pursue her, and it looks like he's already succeeded tonight.

Jessica drew "guy does push-ups over girl" for Truth or Dare and had to pick a guy to do it with her.

Not surprisingly, Jacob immediately volunteered.

Everyone started cheering them on.

Jessica blushed and obediently lay down on the couch.

Jacob hovered over her and did dozens of push-ups in one go.

He was very restrained the whole time, trying hard to avoid touching Jessica's body.

Until the very last one, whether he finally lost his strength or did it on purpose,

He couldn't hold himself up and fell directly on top of Jessica.

The screams around them grew even louder, nearly taking the roof off.

Jacob and Jessica's faces turned even redder.

Amidst the crowd's frenzied cheering, Jacob simply lowered his head and kissed Jessica.

The two kissed shamelessly, ignoring everyone around them.

It lasted a full three minutes before they reluctantly parted.

During those endless three minutes, I stared at the screen without blinking, so stunned I nearly forgot to breathe.

My heart felt like it was being torn apart.

I wanted to cry, but I had cried too much earlier without drinking water, so I had no tears left.

"OMG Emily, did you see that? You could hear them kissing, he's so into her," Sarah exclaimed as she turned the camera away and left the party room.

She found a quiet corner and sincerely advised me:

"Emily, don't blame me, but if you didn't see it with your own eyes, you wouldn't give up on him."

My throat was dry, and the sounds I made were barely audible.

"Mm, I don't blame you."

I only blame myself for being so stupid for so many years.

I thought that since I was always allowed to follow Jacob around, that spot next to him would always be mine.

"I just can't stand Jacob. How could he string you along pretending to be an innocent boy when he knew you liked him for so many years, watching you fall deeper and deeper?"

"You saw it clearly just now. I really hope you'll seriously reconsider. Don't let him waste another four years of your life in college..."

"I won't, Sarah," I interrupted her, stating calmly.

"I won't give myself that chance again.

"Sarah, I've already decided. I'm going to the University of Florida with you.

"But you have to promise to keep it a secret for now."