Chapter 14 He practically shoved me into the hotels private lounge , the door slamming behind us with a final sounding click Blocking the exit with his six foot frame , Alden towered over me his perfectly calloned mys doing nothing to hide the tension in his shoulders . His voice shook with a mixture of anger and better just Real mature , Brooklyn ! Throwing away everything we planned out to spite me any of to Stanford ? We had our whole future mapped out ! * I lifted my chin , finally finding the courage Id spent all summer building , My voice came out sexter than I felt . Im allowed to have my own dreams . Why does my entire life have to revolve around your plans ? God . Aiden , do you even hear yourself ? I took a deep breath and delivered the blow Id been holding back And be honest are you really angry about broken promises , or because youre losing your convenient backup girl ? The color drained from his face . His perfect prep school composure cracked Whats that supposed to mean ? Jesus , Brooklyn … Dont make it sound so … cheap . Were adults . That night .. that night was mutual . Dont tell me youre still hung up on it ? Humiliation burned in my chest , but I forced myself to meet his gaze . After all these years , I owed myself that much . If you like Madison , just say it . Im not pathetic enough to chase someone who doesnt want me . But you knew exactly how I felt about you , and you watched me throw myself at you like some lovesick fool . Did you enjoy the ego boost ? Having your childhood friend so desperately in love with you while you chased the popular girl ? He still didnt get it . Thats the thing about people like Aiden they never understand that people dont walk away until hope is completely dead . Hit with the unvarnished truth , Aidens face flushed red . He stumbled back like Id physically struck him , his back hitting the expensive wallpaper . How can you … what are you even … you …. For once in his life . the golden boy was speechless . Finally , he straightened his tie a nervous habit Id watched him develop since his first Model UN conference . Weve known each other since third grade . Were seniors now . Since youve chosen to throw away a decade of friendship , lets not pretend anymore . Have fun in California . With that , he fled the hotel , leaving ten years of memories hanging in the air between us . The same way 1 Pledge Where Mountains Touc 22.4 % Chapter 14 he used to flee when we were kids and I beat him at Mario Kart always running when things didnt go his way . 22.7 % Chapter 15 In "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" by CrushReel, the storyline unfolds as renowned photographer Jane finds herself drawn to the charismatic rookie model, Hector. Little does she know that Hector harbors a secret—he is actually the heir to a powerful business empire. As their romance blossoms, Hector grapples with concealing his true identity to capture Jane's heart. However, their love story takes a tumultuous turn when jealousy rears its ugly head, threatening to unravel the delicate balance they've built. This modern romance novel delves into themes of hidden identities, unexpected love, and the complexities of maintaining a relationship shrouded in secrecy. With its blend of sweet romance and suspenseful twists, "A Relationship Kept in The Dark" stands out for its exploration of hidden feelings and the consequences of revealing long-held secrets. For readers seeking a captivating tale that combines elements of romance, intrigue, and emotional depth, this ongoing story is available to read at CrushReel. Immerse yourself in the world of Jane and Hector as their journey unfolds against the backdrop of hidden truths and heartfelt revelations.