FEELINGS

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Chapter 37: Kingsley's Thoughts

As Kingsley walked with Summer, he noticed the envious glances.

"Feels good to have Summer by my side," Kingsley thought.

"I've never felt this way before."

"I'll do anything to keep her happy."

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Summer felt a surge of confidence.

"Kingsley chooses me over those girls," Summer thought.

"I'm worth his attention."

"I trust him more with each passing day.

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Throughout the day, Summer's poise grew.

She participated in class, shared laughs with Nelly.

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Kelvin and Nelly sat together at lunch.

"I love photography," Nelly shared.

"Me too!" Kelvin exclaimed.

As they talked, Kelvin realized:

"Nelly's not just beautiful; she's intelligent."

Nelly smiled, feeling seen.

Their connection deepened.

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In class, Kingsley broke routine.

He left Kyle and Kelvin at the back.

Walked to the front, where Summer sat.

Nelly smiled, welcoming Kingsley.

Summer's eyes sparkled as Kingsley took the seat beside her.

Reed, across the room, noticed.

Decided to make his move.

He stood, about to approach Summer.

But Kingsley's gaze met his.

A subtle warning.

Reed hesitated, sensing tension.

Kingsley's hand brushed Summer's.

Reed retreated, sitting back down.

Kingsley's message was clear:

Summer's off-limits.

Kyle and Kelvin exchanged knowing glances.

"Kingsley's gone all in," Kyle whispered.

"Guess Reed's still got feelings," Kelvin added.

As class progressed, Kingsley's attention remained on Summer.

Reed's eyes occasionally drifted, longing.

But Kingsley's presence kept him at bay.

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Reed mustered courage to confess his feelings to Summer.

But Kingsley's constant presence thwarted his plans.

Summer and Kingsley weren't officially dating, just close friends.

Kingsley hoped to take their friendship to the next level.

However, Summer remained unaware of Reed's and Kingsley's intentions.

Reed decided to make his move, approaching Summer after class.

"Summer, can we talk?" Reed asked.

"Sure, what's up?" Summer replied.

Before Reed could confess, Kingsley appeared.

"Hey, Summer, need help with math homework?" Kingsley asked.

Summer nodded, "Actually, yeah."

Reed's heart sank.

Another missed opportunity.

Nelly observed from afar, sensing Reed's frustration.

"Reed's got feelings, but Kingsley's in the way," Nelly thought.

Meanwhile, Kingsley struggled to find the perfect moment to ask Summer to be his girlfriend.

Summer remained oblivious to the quiet rivalry brewing.

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Reed's frustration simmered as Kingsley continually interrupted his attempts to confess.

"Can't he see I'm trying to talk to her?" Reed thought.

Reed decided to confront Kingsley.

"Kingsley, can I have a word?" Reed asked, his tone firm.

Kingsley raised an eyebrow.

"What's up?" Kingsley replied.

Reed's voice lowered.

"Summer. You're always there. Give me space." Reed urged.

Kingsley shrugged.

"I'm just helping her out. No harm." Kingsley said.

Reed's anger rose.

"You're not fooling anyone, Kingsley. You want her." Reed accused.

Kingsley's expression turned cold.

"That's none of your business." Kingsley warned.

Reed's determination hardened.

"I'll tell her how I feel, with or without you around." Reed vowed.

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Kingsley struggled to find the perfect moment to ask Summer out.

He'd never felt this way before.

Nervous. Excited. Vulnerable.

Kingsley rehearsed his question.

"Summer, would you like to...?"

"No, too formal." Kingsley thought.

"Summer, I was wondering...?"

"Too hesitant." Kingsley decided.

As Kingsley pondered, Summer approached.

"Hey, Kingsley! Need help with math?" Summer asked.

Kingsley's heart skipped a beat.

"Actually, Summer...?" Kingsley began.

But Reed's presence loomed.

Kingsley hesitated.

"Not now." Kingsley thought.