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When Zack Reed declared his feelings for the attractive new student, everyone expected me to have an emotional outburst and create a commotion. However, I was nowhere to be seen, even after his confession was complete.
Unbeknownst to Zack, I was actually in his roommate's room, wearing his hoodie and asking with exasperation:
"I've soaked your bed. Where will you sleep tonight?"
Simon Yates looked away, his throat moving visibly as he passed me a towel.
"Dry your hair first. I'll replace the bedding before you rest."
Zack was planning to reveal his feelings to that pretty transfer student.
He had instructed everyone to keep it from me. But he was unaware that some gossipy individuals couldn't resist and had already informed me.
It was common knowledge that I had feelings for Zack and imagined a future with him.
This time, it seemed Zack was completely smitten with that girl.
People anticipated that I would become hysterical, weep, and create a spectacle.
Everyone enjoys witnessing such romantic drama unfold.
They were all anticipating my meltdown and rush to disrupt the situation.
However, to their disappointment, even after Zack's successful confession, I hadn't appeared.
The crowd of spectators, three rows deep, began to lose enthusiasm.
Even Zack's expression lacked much happiness.
He embraced his new girlfriend and checked his phone.
There were no incoming calls or texts.

My Ex's Confession Backfired, I'm in His Roommate's Bed

He then addressed the group, announcing, "Tonight's on me. Everyone's welcome to join."


The watching students erupted in cheers.


I had been concealed behind some trees and only now emerged.


A keen-eyed individual spotted me and called out, "Look, it's Lola! Lola's here!"


"I knew it. Lola couldn't possibly stay away."


Zack's gaze suddenly lifted. Upon seeing me, a faint smile barely touched his lips.


I paid no attention to the spectators eager for drama.


He looked at me and stated coolly, "You can't manufacture emotions."


"We go back over a decade. I'd rather not say anything too cruel and damage our long-standing friendship."


"From this point on, I'll continue to regard you as a sister."


"Should you need anything, feel free to reach out to me."


Then he lowered his voice, "With all these onlookers, don't create a scene. Head home."


"Zack," I cut him off and took a slow step forward.


He frowned again, "Lola, behave yourself."


I smiled and presented him with the bracelet I had just removed from my wrist.


Upon seeing the bracelet, Zack's expression instantly soured. "Lola, what are you up to now?"


"Take the bracelet back. I won't trouble you again after this."


Zack glared at me, his tone growing icier, "I don't care about this trivial sum."


"If you don't want it, just discard it."


As soon as he finished speaking, I turned and tossed the bracelet into a nearby garbage bin.


"You can dispose of all the other gifts I've given you in the past as well."


With that, I departed without another glance at him.


By the time I reached the riverbank, it was pouring rain.


Standing in the downpour with an umbrella, I reflected on the dreams I'd had over the past few nights.


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