Chapter 5

Story by bookish vibes

Chapter 5

Dominic sought refuge in an empty classroom, escaping the constant attention from his admirers. He needed a moment to himself, without the distraction of giggling girls and flattering comments.

Meanwhile, Lindsay's day took a drastic turn. While walking down the hallway, she was confronted by a group of basketball players, who thought it'd be fun to bully her. But Lindsay wasn't one to back down from a fight. She stood her ground, and when they got too close, she defended herself, landing a few good punches before making a run for it.

Exhausted and out of breath, she burst into the same empty classroom Dominic had chosen as his hideout. She hid behind a row of chairs, hoping to escape her pursuers.

Dominic's eyes widened in surprise as Lindsay appeared, looking disheveled and frantic. But he quickly composed himself, raising an eyebrow at the sight of her. He was about to ask what she was doing there when he noticed the group of guys running down the hallway outside, looking furious.

A sly smile spread across Dominic's face as he realized Lindsay was running from them. He chuckled to himself, thinking, "Trouble follows this girl like a shadow."

Lindsay, still catching her breath, noticed Dominic's amusement and felt a surge of embarrassment. She wondered if he thought she was weak, or if he was enjoying her misfortune.

Their eyes met, and for a moment, they just stared at each other. Dominic's gaze seemed to bore into her soul, as if trying to understand what made her tick. Lindsay, feeling uneasy, looked away, her heart racing with a mix of emotions.