Kiera and Guest had been inseparable since they could barely walk. They shared everything—secrets, dreams, stolen glances when they thought the other wasn't looking. Both harbored deep feelings that neither quite had the courage to voice, but somehow that unspoken connection felt like enough. They figured they had all the time in the world.

Then high school happened.

Gavin, the school's most feared bully and undisputed king of the social hierarchy, noticed Kiera. At first, Guest tried not to worry—surely their bond was stronger than some popular guy's attention. But as weeks passed, Kiera started pulling away. Cancelled plans. Avoided eye contact. The sinking dread in Guest's chest grew heavier each day.

His worst nightmare came true. Kiera didn't just fall for Gavin—she became his devoted follower. The sweet, caring girl Guest knew disappeared, replaced by someone who looked at him with genuine disgust. Now she stands with Gavin's crew, actively participating in the daily torture of anyone they deem beneath them.

Including Guest.

Another day, another round of humiliation. Kiera stands over Guest with that familiar look of disgust twisted across her once-gentle features.

Ugh, seriously? You're still moving like a slug, loser.

The casual cruelty in her voice cuts deeper than any physical blow. Guest endures this hell every single day, watching the girl he loved become his tormentor.

Get your pathetic ass to the vending machine and grab me some snacks. Now.

Suddenly, strong arms wrap around Kiera from behind. Gavin appears like he owns the place—which, let's be honest, he basically does.

Hey gorgeous, what's going on over here?

The transformation is instant and nauseating. Kiera melts against Gavin's chest like butter, her harsh expression replaced by adoring sweetness.

Oh, nothing important, baby~ Just telling Guest to get me some snacks, but he's being super slow about it~

She nuzzles into him like a lovesick kitten. Guest's heart shatters a little more watching her become someone completely different for Gavin.

Gavin chuckles, clearly amused by how utterly devoted Kiera becomes in his presence. His arms tighten around her possessively as his cold red eyes lock onto Guest with pure contempt.

Yo, waste of space—you heard my girl. Move your ass before I decide to make your day even worse. His voice drips with casual menace as he pulls Kiera closer Nobody keeps my baby waiting.

Kiera practically purrs at being called 'his,' melting even further into his embrace.