Avas POV
There were only a few rules I lived by in college. Rule number one? Never fall for a jock.
It wasnt just a personal preference. It was survival, I had to avoid them inorder to do well. I had seen too many smart girls throw away their GPA for a 6’0 something guy with biceps , a quarterback playboy and a bad attendance record. Not me, No way, I’ll never do that that how I survived my first year in Westbridge university and I’m not going to break that rule in my second year.
Thats why, when Logan Carter walked into my History class fifteen minutes late, I didnt even bother looking up from my laptop. I already knew who he was. everyone knew him, star quarterback, campus heartthrob, a playboy, and the guy who had probably never studied a day in his life.
Professor Ambrose mills barely looked at him as he walked to the only empty seat right next to me.
I stiffened. Just my luck, I didn’t want to sit closer with him. jocks never supposed to be with nerds,not that I’m a nerd I just study too hard!.
Logan dropped into the chair, letting out a dramatic sigh like sitting in class was the hardest thing hed done all day. His cologne is something warm and expensive filled the space between us. I ignored it. I don’t want to fall into trouble. jocks were trouble!
Hey, whatd I miss? he asked, his voice smooth, like he knew he could charm his way through anything, he can charm other girls who are willing to open their legs for him but not me .
I kept my eyes on my screen. Everything.
I felt him staring at me. Cool, cool, he said. So, whats your name?
Seriously? It was week four of the semester.
Ava, I answered curtly, still typing.
Nice. Im Logan.
I finally looked at him, raising an eyebrow. Yeah. I know, everybody knows you”.
His lips quirked into a smirk. Wow. Already a fan?
I exhaled slowly. Im your tutor.
His smirk faltered. his eyes widened and his jaw dropped. guess he didn’t expect this coming.
Professor Ambrose mills had warned me last week that Id be assigned an athlete for tutoring something about a scholarship requirement and academic probation, since I can only depends on my scholarship and not screw this up, I had been hoping for someone who at least cared about school.
Logan leaned back in his chair, stretching his long legs in front of him. Well, thats awkward.
I shut my laptop. Not as awkward as failing this class, if you fail, I lose my scholarship too”.
His blue eyes flickered with amusement. You think Im going to fail?
I think you were fifteen minutes late to a fifty minute class, so I guess yes you’re going to fail if I don’t tutor you”.
He laughed. Actually laughed. Like I had just told the funniest joke.
Relax, Ava. Ive got it under control, I’m not that dumb , I’ll not fail it’s just that history isn’t that my favorite subject. why do we have to learn about some stupid past events? I don’t know” he sighed.
I pressed my lips together. I had two options 1. Let him crash and burn, or 2. Do my job and drag him through this class kicking and screaming.
Before I could decide, Professor Ambrose called out, Logan, glad you could join us. Since you missed the first half, why dont you tell us your thoughts on the reading? I bet you’re ahead of us since you came to class whenever you want”.
Logans smirk disappeared. He turned to me in full panic mode. I rolled my eyes and slid my notes toward him. He scanned them, cleared his throat, and bullshitted his way through an answer.
I just saved his ass.
professor gave him a long look before nodding. Try being on time next class, the world doesn’t revolve around you Mr popular.”
Logan exhaled in relief, then turned to me with a slow grin. You just saved my ass.
I took my notes back. I did but Dont get used to it.
The bell rang, and I gathered my things, hoping to escape before….
So, whens our first tutoring session? Logan asked his voice heavy and deep. now I Know why girls flocked around him.
I glanced up. He was too close now, his confident smirk still in place. he was trying to tease me but I kept my cool.
I should have said no. Should have told him to take his education seriously before wasting my time.
Instead, I sighed. Library. Tomorrow. Seven.
Logan nodded. Cool. See you then, Ava.
As he walked off, I reminded myself of rule number one.
Never fall for a jock. even if he’s drop dead gorgeous like him never do that! I reminded myself.
Especially not one like Logan Carter.
But something told me he wasnt going to make it easy. he’s used to be around and toy with girls but ain’t the one.
Avas POV
I woke up this morning early, I took a shower and decided to go for something casual. I put my jeans and black top with a cardigan.
I made myself a simple breakfast just tea and bread, in my situation I could not afford anymore fancy breakfast. I got used to it after my mom died and my dad chased me out of his house because I talked back to his precious wife. She always hated me but the feeling was mutual!.
after I was done with my breakfast I exited my one room apartment and started walking to university. the West bridge university was huge it literally took me 30 minutes just to reach the library.
Today I have to tutor Logan and now it’s 8 am and he’s nowhere to be seen. then about fifteen minutes later he strolled in the library like it was some changing locker room. everyone was looking at him in shock. because the famous Logan doesn’t do studies. there was something about Logan Carter that screamed trouble or is it because of his confident smirk that he has all the time? I couldn’t quite figure it out.
He took a seat into the chair across from mine taking his time like he had all time of the world. “you look quite excited to see me nerd, I know I’m charming but you can tone it out”
I sighed closing my laptop ” you’re late, and I’m not a ‘nerd’ I have a name it’s Ava”.
he glanced at his watch “like five minutes no big deal”
“one hour” I corrected ” I agree to tutor you and you’re late to the session a whole damn hour logan , I’m not your servant I have things to do, if you don’t want to, you can go your way, I’ll go with mine “.
Logan smirk quickly fell out of his face ” I’m sorry I got caught up in something important it will not happen again ” he said
” by something important, you mean hooking up with some random girl again? ” I crossed my arms looking at him.
his smirk quickly returned to his lips” and why do you care Ava? it’s not like any of this is your business? or is it?”
his questions caught me off guard. he’s right why do I care? it’s not like we’re friends. but why was I feeling like this?
“you’re right it’s not my business nor do I care” I quickly said.
he strengthen his back into his chair man spreading. “well, if you say so dear tutor”.
I took my history book and put it on the table and opened my computer ” well then let’s begin our session “.
“so what’s our first lesson, teacher?” Logan asked.
“European history, particularly WW1, any idea about it?” I asked him
He frowned “nope , I don’t know anything about that”
my jaw nearly dropped to the ground! how the hell didn’t he knew about this? is he this dumb? looks like I have to teach him everything!
“do you know anything about American independence? who’s the first American president? who….”
“Jesus! chill Ava I was kidding!” he said chuckling
” I was just playing with you, don’t get so serious geez!”
phew!! thank God
I rolled my eyes, exhaling sharply. “Logan, this is serious. If you keep messing around, you’re never going to pass this class, and I’ll just be wasting my Time”.
He leaned forward, resting his arms on the table with a lazy smirk. “And thats why I have you, dear tutor. To save me from academic failure.”
I ignored his sarcasm and turned my laptop towards him, displaying a presentation I had prepared. “Alright, let’s start with the causes of World War I. There were several factors, including militarism, alliances, imperialism, and nationalism….
Logan held up a hand, cutting me off. “Hold on, hold on. You lost me at ‘militarism.’ What does that even mean? is history always this hard?”
I sighed, reminding myself to be patient he doesn’t seem to know almost everything about history. “It means the building of military forces. Countries were buying and making weapons, and tensions kept rising.”
He nodded slowly, as if he were actually paying attention I highly doubted that. “So, basically, everyone was flexing their muscles, and it got out of hand?”
I pressed my lips together, trying not to laugh. “That’s one way to put it.”
Logan grinned. “See? Im a fast learner.”
I highly doubted that, but at least he wasnt entirely zoning out. “Alright, since youre such a ‘fast learner,’ tell me what you just understood about militarism.”
He smirked. “That it’s when countries start collecting weapons, acting all tough, flexing their muscles and then boom war started”.
I shook my head, but a small smile played on my lips. “Not bad. There’s hope for you yet, Carter.”
He leaned back in his chair, stretching. “Told you. So, whats next?”
Before I could answer, a loud beep sound echoed through the library my phone buzzing with a message. I glanced at the screen, and my stomach dropped.
“Landlord: You have until the end of the week to pay the rent, or youre out.”
I swallowed hard, my fingers tightening around the phone. where the hell am I going to get the money?.Logan noticed my shift in expression, his brows slightly furrowing. “Everything okay nerd?”
I quickly locked my phone and forced a neutral expression. “Yeah. Let’s just continue the lesson.”
He didn’t push, but I could tell he wasnt convinced. Still, he let it go for now. he was a blabbermouth he will definitely ask me later.
“Alright, then,” he said, tapping his fingers on the table. “Tell me more about this ‘war’ and why it even started.”
I took a deep breath, pushing my worries aside. “Well, lets talk about the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand”
” hold on! who the fuck is archduke Franz Ferdinand? ” Logan quickly stopped me.
” well, if you will not interrupt me then maybe you will know who’s archduke Franz Ferdinand?”
he winked” alright sorry! carry on”..
And just like that, the session continued. But in the back of my mind, the landlord’s message burned like a warning I couldnt ignore.
the only question I hard is where am I going to find the money? definitely not from my dad.
Avas POV
I wasnt sure how I ended up here.
One minute, I was closing my laptop, ending another exhausting tutoring session with Logan Carter. The next, I was shaking hands on a deal I wasnt even sure I wanted to make. I was going against my rules again.
“Come to the game, and Ill help you find a part-time job,” he had said, flashing that cocky grin like he already knew Id say yes.
And somehow, against all logic, I had said yes!
stupid!!
Now, I was packed into the freezing bleachers of Westbridge Stadium, surrounded by screaming fans, girls with too much make up , and everything I was not a customized regretting every life decision that had led to this moment.
“Come on, Ava, at least try to look excited!” my neighbor, Sophie, yelled over the deafening cheers.
I forced a tight smile. “Super excited,” I deadpanned, gripping my coat tighter around me. I don’t know what came over me to accept the deal
guess you can call it desperation!!
Sophie rolled her eyes. “Youre impossible. At least tell me youre here to support our team.”
I shrugged, eyes drifting toward the field. “Im here for the job offer.”
That was my official excuse, anyway.
In reality, my gaze kept finding him.
Logan Carter stood at the center of the field, helmet in hand, radiating confidence like he owned the damn place. The floodlights cast a glow over the field, highlighting the sharp cut of his jaw, the ease in his stance.
I wasnt watching him.
I was observing. Academically. For science. for practice.
Right?
The game hadnt even started, and yet the energy in the stadium was electrifying. are they always like this?. The Westbridge Titans were facing off against the Crestmont Hawks, their biggest rivals. Everyone around me was buzzing, already debating plays and betting on scores.
I, on the other hand, was trying to figure out how much longer I had to endure this before I could leave.
Just then, the announcers voice boomed through the stadium speakers.
“And here come the Titans!”
The crowd erupted as Logan slipped his helmet on, jogging onto the field with his teammates. Even from here, I could see the way people responded to him the way they chanted his name, the way girls in the front row screamed like he was some kind of celebrity.
I shouldnt have cared.
But when he glanced toward the stands toward my section my breath hitched for a second.
I knew he couldnt see me. he couldn’t right? I mentally asked myself.
And yet, for some ridiculous reason, it felt like he was looking straight at me.
“Ugh, hes so hot,” Sophie sighed dramatically beside me. “Youre so lucky you get to tutor him. I would kill for that kind of proximity.”
I scoffed. “Yeah, real lucky. Hes an arrogant pain in the ass.”
Sophie smirked. “An attractive arrogant pain in the ass.”
I rolled my eyes but didnt respond.
Before I could think too hard about it, the referee blew the whistle, and the game began.
It turned out, football was even more confusing than I thought. I knew nothing about it.
“Wait, why did they stop?” I asked Sophie after what felt like only a few seconds of action.
“Penalty,” she said, stuffing popcorn into her mouth.
“A penalty for what? They barely did anything!”
She gave me a pitying look, like I was some kind of lost cause. “Ava, please. Its called football, not stand around and watch people jog in circles. Pay attention.”
I was paying attention ,just not to the game.
Logan was everywhere.
Every time he moved, the stadium seemed to react with him. He dodged tackles like it was second nature, throwing passes with laser precision, making it look effortless.
The crowd loved him. but I didn’t
rule number one: stay away from jocks
And, I had to admit, there was something about the way he played fast, aggressive, completely in control that made it impossible to look away. it was captivating.
And then, in the middle of the second quarter, it happened.
Logan caught the ball and took off down the field, weaving through Crestmont players like they were nothing. The entire stadium was on its feet, screaming as he sprinted toward the end zone.
Then….BAM!!
A Crestmont guy slammed into him.
Hard.
My heart lurched as Logans body hit the ground with a sickening thud.
The air in the stadium shifted, the excited cheers morphing into murmurs of concern.
I barely realized I was standing.
Sophie grabbed my arm. “Relax, Ava, hes fine. This happens all the time.”
But something about the way he wasnt moving sent a prickle of unease down my spine.
Then, just as quickly as hed gone down, Logan pushed himself up onto his elbows, shaking off the impact like it was nothing.
The crowd roared as he got back on his feet, flashing a grin as if he hadnt just been tackled into the ground.
I exhaled, slumping back into my seat.
“See?” Sophie nudged me. “You do care.”
I scoffed. “I dont. I just….” I fumbled for an excuse. “I cant tutor a concussed football player. Thats all.”
Sophie didnt buy it.
And honestly? Neither did I.
By the time the game ended, Westbridge had won, and the entire stadium was in chaos. Students were celebrating, music was blasting, and people were already making plans to head to the after-party.
I, however, was ready to disappear.
I had done my part. I had shown up. Now, all I had to do was find Logan, remind him of our deal, and get out of here.
Pushing through the crowd, I made my way toward the locker rooms.
Just as I reached the entrance, the door swung open, and there he was.
Still in his gear, hair damp with sweat, Logan Carter looked every bit like the golden boy the school worshipped him as.
His eyes landed on me immediately, and that familiar smirk tugged at his lips.
“Well, well, well,” he drawled, stepping closer. “Didnt think youd actually show, nerd.”
I crossed my arms. “Im here. Now, about that job…”
“Relax,” he said, running a hand through his hair. “A deals a deal. Ill help you find something. But first….” His smirk deepened. “Did you have fun?”
I hesitated.
Lying would have been easy.
But instead, I found myself rolling my eyes and muttering, “It was alright.”
Logan chuckled, clearly amused. “Thats the nicest thing youve ever said to me.”
“Dont get used to it,” I shot back.
He laughed, then nodded toward the parking lot. “Come on. Lets talk about that job.”
And just like that, I found myself walking beside Logan Carter, wondering how the hell Id let him pull me into his world.
Logans POV
This was a bad idea.
No,scratch that. This was a dangerous idea.
And yet, here I was, walking into a house party with Ava Sinclair, the one girl on this damn whole campus who wasnt wrapped around my finger.
She wasnt supposed to be here. and she didn’t want to be here.
But after our little negotiation in the library, after watching her hesitate before ultimately caving to my offer, I knew shed show up.
And damn, if she didnt look completely out of place.
She wasnt dressed like the other girls,tight dresses, sky high heels, looking for attention. No, Ava wore ripped jeans and a fitted sweater, her hair in a ponytail, like she hadnt even thought twice about what to wear.
And yet, as I walked beside her, my eyes kept drifting to her.
Dangerous.
“Youre sure about this?” she asked, arms crossed as she surveyed the party like she was searching for an emergency exit.
“Relax, nerd,” I said, throwing an arm around her shoulder, grinning when she immediately stiffened. “Its just a party. Try not to overanalyze it.”
Ava scoffed. “You make it sound like a science experiment.”
I smirked. “Hey, youre the one who said you needed a part-time job. And guess what? I know people.”
She eyed me suspiciously. “And this….” she gestured toward the chaos of the party…”is where Im supposed to find one?”
I shrugged, grabbing a drink from the counter as I steered us further inside. “Maybe. You never know who youll meet.”
Ava let out a small, irritated sigh but followed me anyway.
The party was insane.
Music blasted through the massive house, people were already trashed, and the football team was, unsurprisingly, the center of attention.
As soon as we walked in, my teammates spotted me.
“Logan!” Aaron shouted, already holding a drink in each hand. “Finally, man. Thought you were gonna skip out on us.”
“Yeah, yeah,” I said, smirking as I gave them a nod.
Their eyes flicked to Ava, and Aarons brows shot up.
“And you brought a guest?” he asked, looking thoroughly amused.
Ava shot me a glare, as if she just realized what walking into this party with me looked like.
“Its not like that,” she said quickly, stepping away from me.
Aaron chuckled. “Right. Not like that. Got it.”
I ignored him, taking a sip of my drink as my teammates went back to their usual antics flirting with girls, taking shots, and making bets theyd regret in the morning.
Ava, on the other hand, stood stiffly, arms crossed like she was waiting for someone to kick her out.
“You look like youre planning an escape route,” I teased.
She shot me a look. “Thats because I am.”
I laughed. “Come on, nerd. Live a little.”
“Stop calling me that,” she muttered, but there was no real heat in her voice.
I grinned, leaning against the counter. “Fine. Ava.”
For some reason, saying her name felt different.
Like I actually liked saying it. Ava!
Dangerous.
I shook the thought away, turning my attention back to the party.
I shouldnt be focusing on her.
Not when my teammates were already watching.
Not when I had a bet to win. getting ava in my bed!! that was my purpose.
Somewhere between my second drink and my third round of messing with Ava, things got blurry.
The music was louder. The lights were dimmer.
And Ava…somehow was still here.
She had loosened up just a little, letting Sophie drag her to the makeshift dance floor in the living room.
I wasnt supposed to be watching her.
But I was.
And that was my first mistake.
She was laughing at something Sophie said, shaking her head as she moved to the music, completely unaware that my eyes were on her.
I should have looked away.
I should have walked off, found some girl to flirt with, and stuck to the plan.
But instead, when Ava turned and locked eyes with me, I didnt look away.
And suddenly, I was moving.
One second, I was standing with my teammates.
The next, I was in front of her.
“Ava,” I murmured.
She blinked, clearly surprised. “What are you…”
I didnt let her finish.
Because, in the blur of the party, in the heat of the moment, I did something really stupid.
I kissed her.
And worse…she kissed me back.
what the heck?!
For a second, nothing else existed.
Her lips were soft, her hands hesitantly gripping my jacket, and I swore I felt her shiver against me.
It was the kind of kiss that made the world tilt.
The kind that made my heart stutter in a way it shouldnt have.
The kind that…
No.
No.
I pulled away, breaking the moment before it could become something real.
Ava blinked up at me, eyes wide, lips parted in shock.
“What the hell was that?” she whispered.
I forced a smirk, shoving my hands in my pockets. “Relax, nerd. Just part of loosening up, remember?”
Her expression shifted like something in her had just snapped and suddenly, she was pushing past me.
“Enjoy the rest of your night, Logan,” she muttered, disappearing through the crowd before I could stop her.
I cursed under my breath.
This was not part of the plan.
definitely not!!
The next day, I was in deep shit.
Not because of the kiss.
But because, despite the fact that it was supposed to mean nothing, I couldnt stop thinking about it.
I had planned to let it go. To act like it never happened.
But when I saw Ava the next morning, sitting at our usual library table, my body moved before my brain could stop it.
I dropped into the seat beside her, closer than usual, resting an arm over the back of her chair.
Ava stiffened. “What are you doing?”
I grinned. “Good morning to you too, sunshine.”
She sighed, clearly unimpressed. “Logan…”
“You look cute today,” I interrupted, just to watch her face flush.
Her jaw clenched. “I hate you.”
“You say that,” I mused, leaning in just enough to see her pupils dilate, “but you kissed me back.”
Ava swallowed hard, looking anywhere but at me. “I was drunk.”
I smirked. “So was I.”
She huffed. “That doesnt mean anything.”
“Maybe,” I said, tilting my head. “But it makes me wonder…”
“Logan,” a voice cut in.
I looked up to see Aaron and the rest of the guys standing nearby, watching with barely concealed amusement.
A reminder.
A warning.
I still had a bet to win.
Ava sighed, turning back to her laptop. “Are we studying or not?”
I hesitated for half a second.
Then, with a smirk, I leaned back in my chair.
“Of course, nerd,” I said smoothly. “Whatever you want.”
But as I watched her avoid my gaze, pretending like last night hadnt changed everything, I felt the first sting of guilt.
Dangerous.
Because if I wasnt careful, I might just forget that this was supposed to be a game.
Avas POV
I stared at the eviction notice in my hands, my stomach twisting into knots. my landlord said I had a week but here I am …. on the streets!.
Rent issues. A miscalculation, my landlord had called it. But all I heard was: you have to leave.
I didnt even have a place to go.
It wasnt like I could call anyone. Id already strained things with my dad, and my so-called friends were more interested in their own drama than helping me out.
I could get a cheap motel, but what the hell was I supposed to do after that?
I just wanted to disappear.
But as I stood outside the dorm, gripping my duffel bag like it could somehow shield me from everything, a ping from my phone broke the silence.
Logan Carter: Whats up, nerd?
I almost didnt want to reply. I didnt even know why I had his number in the first place, but here it was, glowing on the screen.
I bit my lip, thinking of all the options none of them great before I did the dumbest thing possible.
Ava: Got a couch I can crash on?
I stared at the message for a second, waiting for him to respond. My heart pounded, half hoping hed ignore it, half wanting him to be the kind of guy who would help me out.
A few seconds later, the phone buzzed again.
Logan Carter: Yeah, come by. Ill be home in 30.
I stared at the screen, blinking.
What the hell had I just done? well…. I broke my rule …. again!
I had no idea what I was expecting. I wasnt really friends with Logan. Hell, I barely knew him beyond the tutoring sessions. But for some reason, when I thought about spending the night alone, I couldnt shake the idea of of not being alone. Not with him.
And so, against every ounce of logic in my body, I pulled my duffel bag over my shoulder and made my way to Logans apartment.
Logans apartment wasnt exactly what Id expected.
I dont know why I thought it would be some kind of frat house chaos, but it was quiet. Clean. A little too sterile, like someone was trying too hard to look put together.
And Logan?
He was leaning against the door frame when I arrived, arms crossed and that familiar smirk plastered on his face.
Whats the matter, Ava? You look like youve just been kicked out of the entire state.
I managed a tight smile, stepping into the apartment. Not far off.
He raised an eyebrow, clearly trying to read between the lines, but didnt press further. He didnt need to.
You can crash on the couch. Im heading out for a bit later tonight, so its all yours.
I nodded, not really knowing what to say.
Logan turned, gesturing toward the living room. Make yourself at home. Or, you know, dont. Its up to you.
I sat down on the couch, unzipping my bag, still feeling that weird tension hanging in the air.
I didnt know what to expect from this. Logan wasnt exactly the guy you went to for emotional support. Hell, he wasnt the guy anyone went to for anything serious. But here I was, sitting on his couch like it was the most natural thing in the world.
Logan disappeared into another room, and I tried to distract myself by scrolling through my phone, but it didnt help. The minutes felt like hours.
He finally came back in, his hoodie now off and his sleeves rolled up, looking effortlessly casual in a way that shouldnt have been as attractive as it was.
Not much on TV. Want to watch a movie or something? he asked, flopping down next to me on the couch.
I hesitated. I didnt come here for entertainment, Logan.
He raised an eyebrow, his lips curling into that familiar, infuriating smirk. Yeah? Well, youre here now. Might as well enjoy it.
I couldnt help but roll my eyes. You really know how to make someone feel at home.
Hey, Im doing my best, he replied with a shrug, still too close.
I shifted, suddenly feeling more aware of the space between us.
It was way too close. Too intimate. Too confusing.
I grabbed the remote, fumbling with it for a moment to avoid looking at him. Ill just put something on. Dont worry.
Logan didnt say anything, but I could feel his eyes on me. And even though I tried to ignore it, the warmth of his gaze pressed down on me, like I was being pulled in without any control.
When I glanced over, his lips were slightly parted, eyes locked onto me.
It was like something in the room shifted.
Logan…
Before I could finish the sentence, his hand was on my jaw, and then his lips were crashing against mine.
I froze, not sure if I should push him away or melt into it. But before I could decide, he deepened the kiss, his fingers brushing against the back of my neck, pulling me closer.
My heart was racing. My brain was completely useless.
I didnt know how it happenedhow we went from awkward small talk to this but the kiss was nothing like Id expected. It wasnt rushed. It wasnt a game.
It was messy. It was desperate.
And the worst part?
I didnt want it to stop.
But then, just as quickly as it started, he pulled away, breathing heavily.
God, you have no idea what you do to me, Logan muttered, his forehead resting against mine.
I blinked, still trying to catch my breath. What was that?
He chuckled softly. I think you know what it was.
I pulled back, feeling like I had just been caught in a storm. You you cant just do that.
I didnt hear you complaining, he said with a grin, clearly proud of himself.
Yeah, well, thats because I didnt know what else to do, I shot back, pulling away from him, the space between us now feeling impossibly large.
Logan leaned back, his eyes a little darker than usual. Ava, you know youre not just here because of the couch, right?
I looked at him, confused. What do you mean?
He smirked again. Youre here because youre more than just the nerdy tutor. And we both know it.
I swallowed, not sure where this was heading. I dont know what youre talking about, Logan”.
Logans gaze was heavy. Yeah, you do.
I didnt have a response. Instead, I just looked away, trying to steady my breathing, my racing heart.
What had just happened?
And more importantly what the hell was I supposed to do now?
Ava’s pov
The last thing I remember after reaching Logan’s place is that he told me he was going out tonight, so why the hell is he still here? I was lost in my thoughts when I felt something nudging me. I turned to face Logan who had a smirk on his face.
“hey nerd, what are you daydreaming now? I know I’m hot but you can just tone it out sunshine”.
I scoffed “who told you I’m thinking about you? didn’t you say you are going out tonight? or is no one willing to open their legs for you?” I remarked.
Logan smirk widened “and why do you care nerd? I don’t think me whoring around is any of your concern or are you jealous ” he said .
I became aware of the small space we were in. After the kiss we shared earlier, Everytime Logan is close to me keeps making me feeling conscious.
” No I’m not jealous but can you move your body away, you’re in my space ” I said, trying to scoot away from him until he caught my arm and started pulling me closer to him.
” Why? Are you nervous Ava? don’t worry I don’t bite.. not that much anyway ”
The audacity of this guy, I crossed my arms” look here Mr, I’m not one of your conquest nor I will ever be, I’m just here because of my situation right now but it seems I made a problem asking you for help because you’re clearly not interesting in helping me, might as well as show my way out” I huffed reaching for my duffle bag and started heading to the door when he caught my wrist turning me around.
His smirk faded quickly” alright Ava I’m sorry I didn’t mean to insinuate anything. just so you know you’re welcome to stay here as long as you want. I’m sorry “he apologize
I sighed I knew coming here would be challenging but I have nowhere to go right now and on top of that I’ve no job. ” It’s alright, but I want to make something clear Logan. I’m not here to impress you nor am I here to start a relationship with you, I’m not like those girls who like to throw themselves at guys like you. I’m sorry but when I’m here I want you to respect me and I’ll do the same. our relationship is strictly tutor and student learn to respect that ”
After finishing my mini speech I looked at Logan and found his expression changed. He didn’t seem impressed with whatever I said.
Guess he isn’t used to not having his way. He clenched his jaw and clicked his tongue in annoyance.
” Great! make yourself at home I’ll be out in mean time ” he said then grabbed his car keys and stepped out of the house leaving me alone.
That night I stayed in Logan’s apartment lying on the couch in the living room with my laptop. I kept thinking when would Logan fulfill his promise to find me a part time job? I kept digging into every job platform I could to find a job but the more I dug the more nothing I could find.
my phone buzzed with messages. one from Logan and one from my dad. I decided to open Logan’s message first
logan: I’m sorry I left you alone, I was just angry.
Ava: angry that things didn’t go your way???
Logan: There is no need to be a sarcastic nerd!
alright I’ll see you later, have you eaten?
Ava: I haven’t but I’m good thanks
Logan: Don’t be stupid nerd! I’ll be back in an hour with some to eat bye!
I don’t know why he seems to care! guess all jocks do this to get into girl’s pants. I took a deep breath preparing myself to open my dad’s message, what could he possibly want now?
Dad: “be home on Sunday we need to talk”
Sunday? talk? He can’t be serious! after all those years after chasing me out like a dog ,he just out of nowhere commanded me to go home?
Ava: “I have nothing to talk to you about”.
he replied fast
Dad: “even if you don’t come,I wanted to tell you your siblings are coming there they just got accepted in your university so you better take care of them”
Fuck! me living here was already bad enough but now I’ve got to help Brian and kate. I don’t hate my siblings but we don’t get along, Kate is mean to everyone while Brian is way worse!
I decided to do my homework and presentations.
The next few hours passed in a blur of trying to complete my history presentation that I was working on in silence.
Few hours later I heard the door being opened and Logan entered, approaching me with a box of pizza with him.
He sat down next to me, way too close . What is with this guy invading my private space? He opened the box and instantly the smell of a fresh pizza wafted through my nose. my stomach grumbled.
“ooh! and I thought you weren’t hungry nerd! ” he said wiggling his eyebrows
” I was not hungry but this is a biological reaction, everyone in my place will do what I have done stupid!” I retorted fast it was embarrassing enough to do this Infront of Logan.
he reached for a piece of pizza and passed it to me ” take it I’m sick of your stomach noises so you better eat”.
” Excuse me! it’s not on purpose I told you it’s bio …” he didn’t even let me finish
” yeah yeah, biological reaction I get it you can eat now nerd” he said feigning exhaustion.
I took a piece of pizza and took a bite. ” Thank you,but you didn’t have to do that, I can take care of myself Logan”.
He sighedyeah I know but I wouldn’t be a good host wouldn’t I? You’re my guest and I have to take care of you, you don’t have to feel pressured”
I blinked stunned, his words touched me. I didn’t think Logan was capable of emotions. Before I could thank him again he asked me something I didn’t want to talk about
By the way Ava, I’ve been meaning to ask you what happened to your place? If i’m to help you I have to know first so can you tell me?” He asked
I felt myself getting defensive so what Logan? So you could mock me with your jock friends? No thank you I can manage myself”
His eyes narrowed what the hell Ava? Is that what you take me for? I’m just trying to help, but you got your walls up trying to be a bitch when I’m just trying to find some way to help you.
I gasped ” well thank you now you have shown your true colors I don’t think I can stay here anymore”. I started heading to the door ready to leave. I would come tomorrow to get my bag,but now I seem to have any energy left in me. But before I could disappear outside I was flung back inside and felt arms sneaking my waist.
I’m sorry Ava! I’m just angry that you do not trust me enough. I didn’t mean to call you a bitch,I’m so sorry!” Logan said, tightening his arms around my waist.
I know I should fight and wiggle out of his hug but being here in his arms I felt all my worries vanish instantly. I hugged him back
You aren’t exactly the person to be trusted Logan, we’ve known each in just a week” I said trying to lighten the mood.
Logan chuckled alright then we will work on that, let’s get back to the pizza before it goes bad.
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