Story Name: "When Besties Become Frenemies: The Fallout" Part 3 of 8 My heart races as I open Jenna’s message. I can’t believe she’s giving me a heads-up about the party. And not just any party—a surprise party for ME. My mind spins. Why would she plan something so big after everything that’s happened? I text back, “Why are you throwing a party? We’re not even okay…” Just as I hit send, the d...
Story Name: "Grade A Disaster: The Night My Life Crumbled" Part 3 of 3 I suck in a breath, staring at the message. “Meet me in my office.” Professor Thompson’s words feel like ice flowing through my veins. A million thoughts race through my mind. Why now? What’s he going to say? All around me, the library buzzes with frantic energy. I glance at the clock. I’m out of time. I have to go. I stum...
Story Name: "My Roommate’s Filthy Secrets Revealed" Part 4 of 7 I storm into the living room, my heart racing. Jess is sitting there, a wicked grin plastered across her face. I take a deep breath, but the air feels heavy, suffocating. “We need to talk,” I say, my voice trembling. Jess looks up, feigning innocence. “About what? The sock incident?” She laughs, a sound that makes my skin crawl. “Water under the bridge, right?” “No, it’s not. It’s way worse than that. What’s going on with you? Are you even trying to be a decent roommate?” I can’t keep the frustration out of my tone. Her smile fades, and she leans back, arms crossed. “You think you’re so much better than me, don’t you? But you have no idea what I’m dealing with.” “Then tell me! I’m not a mind reader!” My voice rises, cat...
Story Name: "My Roommate’s Filthy Secrets Revealed" Part 4 of 7 I storm into the living room, my heart racing. Jess is sitting there, a wicked grin plastered across her face. I take a deep breath, but the air feels heavy, suffocating. “We need to talk,” I say, my voice trembling. Jess looks up, feigning innocence. “About what? The sock incident?” She laughs, a sound that makes my skin crawl. “Water under the bridge, right?” “No, it’s not. It’s way worse than that. What’s going on with you? Are you even trying to be a decent roommate?” I can’t keep the frustration out of my tone. Her smile fades, and she leans back, arms crossed. “You think you’re so much better than me, don’t you? But you have no idea what I’m dealing with.” “Then tell me! I’m not a mind reader!” My voice rises, cat...
Story Name: "Swiped Right, Spiraled Down: A Dating Disgrace" Part 3 of 6 I sit across from Lucas, my heart racing like it’s about to burst. His smile is charming, but there’s something lurking behind his eyes. I push the thought away. This is my chance. I lean in closer, teasing, “So, what’s the craziest date you’ve ever been on?” His laughter fills the space but doesn’t reach his eyes. “Oh, I...