HEARTBEATS AND HEARTACHES

Kingsley paced around his apartment, still reeling from Summer's rejection. "How could she turn me down?" he wondered. "I'm Kingsley, the most eligible bachelor in school. My family's wealthy, and I'm handsome. Who does she think she is?"

Kelvin, lounging on the couch, chuckled. "She's different, man. Not like other girls. You can't buy her with your wealth or charm."

Kingsley scoffed. "She's just playing hard to get. Forming an attitude to make herself seem special."

Kelvin laughed, sipping his coffee. "Prove it, then. Get her to fall for you."

Kingsley's confidence surged. "Watch me do it."

Just then, a knock at the door interrupted their conversation.

"Are you expecting someone?" Kelvin asked.

"No," Kingsley replied.

Kelvin opened the door to reveal Lilian, looking stunning in a seductive outfit.

"Kingsley, baby boy, how have you been?" Lilian cooed, her eyes locked on his. "I was worried about you after what happened earlier."

Kingsley's gaze lingered on her, speechless.

Lilian entered, greeting Kelvin and Kyle with a wave. "Hi, guys."

Kelvin raised an eyebrow. "What brings you here, Lilian?"

Lilian smiled mischievously. "I'm here for Kingsley. Let's talk."

She dragged Kingsley to his room, leaving Kelvin and Kai exchanging suspicious glances.

Inside Kingsley's room, Lilian settled onto the couch, her provocative dress commanding attention.

"You're so dull, Kingsley," she teased, her voice husky. "Why so quiet?"

Kingsley's eyes remained fixed on her, his thoughts racing.

Kingsley's gaze lingered on Lilian's exposed skin, his mind shifting from Summer's rejection to more primal desires.

Lilian noticed his attention and smiled slyly. "What are you looking at, Kingsley?"

Kingsley's voice was low and husky. "Don't play dumb, Lilian. You know exactly what I'm looking at."

Lilian's eyes sparkled with invitation. Kingsley pounced, dragging her close.

Their lips met in a fiery kiss, clothes shedding quickly. The passion was intense, but for Kingsley, it was just a distraction.

Afterward, Kingsley's tone turned cold. "Get up."

Lilian, still naked, looked up at him, confusion etched on her face. "What's happening, Kingsley?"

Kingsley's expression was detached. "I'm tired of you."

He dressed swiftly, his movements dismissive.

Lilian's face contorted in anger. "You used me!" she spat, tears welling up.

Kingsley smiled nonchalantly. "When you're done there, you can stand up and leave my room."

Lilian's fury boiled over. "Bitch! I hate you!" She hurled her heels at him, tears streaming down her face.

Kingsley dodged the shoes, still smiling. "Feel better now?"

Lilian's eyes blazed with hurt and anger as she gathered her clothes and stormed out.

Kelvin and Kyle, outside the room, exchanged uneasy glances.

"What went down?" Kelvin whispered.

Kyle shook his head. "Don't know, but Lilian looks devastated."

Kelvin frowned. "Kingsley's going to regret this."

The door slammed shut, leaving Kingsley alone with his thoughts.

Nelly searched for her textbook in the school library, her focus wavering until a gentle "Hey" broke the silence.

She turned to find Kelvin, his charming smile disarming.

"Hey, what are you doing here?" Nelly asked, her lips curling into a smile.

Kelvin's eyes sparkled. "Wow, you're beautiful."

Nelly's cheeks flushed. "Thanks. Just looking for my textbook."

Kelvin glanced around. "Need help?"

Nelly nodded, and Kelvin effortlessly produced the book.

"How did you...?" Nelly trailed off.

Kelvin winked. "Never mind."

As Nelly thanked him, Kelvin's gaze lingered on her face.

"You're pretty," he whispered, his fingers tracing her soft cheeks.

Nelly's heart skipped a beat. "Thanks."

"Your name?" Kelvin asked.

"Nelly," she replied.

Kelvin's eyes widened. "You know me."

Nelly smiled. "You're known. No need for introductions."

Kelvin chuckled. "Alright, that's true."

Nelly's smile captivated him. "You're nice."

Transfixed, Kelvin held her jaw, his eyes locked on hers.

"What are you doing?" Nelly asked, her voice barely above a whisper.

Kelvin's finger silenced her, his lips brushing against hers.

Nelly's response was instinctive, their kiss deepening.

Suddenly, a voice shattered the moment.

"Nelly!"

She turned to face her boyfriend, Jade, his expression darkening.

Nelly's heart sank.

"Jade, what are you doing here?" she stammered.

Jade's eyes narrowed, his gaze shifting to Kelvin...