Sybil looked at me, her face full of disbelief. Her eyes reddened as she perched in Javier’s lap, pouting. “I know she likes you and I like you too.”
She paused, then continued, holding up a high school notebook. “But I also know how much she used to like you. Look, it’s all about you.”
My face was pale and in this world of fame and fortune, my years of secret longing were exposed to the harsh light of day.
Javier, how could you humiliate me like this?
"Javier, it's me, Natasha."
"He's playing basketball today and I want to bring him some water, but I’m too afraid."
“To see him today, I…”
“Who even has secret crushes anymore? That’s so gross! Totally disgusting!”
“Javier looks like someone’s got a crush on you!”
“A guy like Javier? Do you think you’re worthy?”
Sybil embarrassed me on purpose and the group of young men laughed. “Javier, you are something!”
“This girl’s got a crush on you!”
“What’s the point of liking someone? She got dumped, didn’t she? Serves her right!”
My fists tightened and I shot him a cold, unwavering gaze.
Javier’s expression turned cold. “She’s just a woman. Next time, I’ll strip her bare and let you all have your fun.”