Chapter 60
“Josie really has some skills. It hasn’t even been that long, and she’s already gotten close to Sean. Aiden, we all knew she used to be interested in you.”
Kyle shot Aiden a disdainful look. “I can’t believe you used to defend her all the time. Turns out, she’s just another flirt!”
“Do you even know what ‘flirt’ means?” Zoey stepped forward, blocking Kyle’s path. “Let me remind you, Josie never liked Aiden. And even if she did, it’s completely normal for her to grab a meal or chat with Sean now that they’re on the same team. So why is it suddenly all about Josie trying to seduce Sean in your version?”
Kyle, clearly unconvinced, scoffed. “She never used to dress like this or smile at people all the time. If that’s not flirting, then what is? I think she’s just shameless–”
Slap!
Zoey slapped him across the face without hesitation. “Honestly, I can’t expect anything good from people like you. It’s unbelievable that Josie used to stand by you so loyally, and this is how you repay her.”
“Bitch! How dare you!” Kyle raised his hand, ready to strike back, but Aiden grabbed his wrist and stopped him.
“Enough!” Aiden’s cold gaze landed on Zoey. “So it’s you? You think pulling this stunt will make me remember you? Stop dreaming. I, Aiden, would never look at someone like you–all looks and no substance. Kyle, let’s go!”
“You….” Zoey’s lips trembled with rage.
“Zoey.” Josie stepped in, placing a calming hand on Zoey. “Don’t let people like this get to you. It’s not worth it.”
When Aiden saw Josie, his cold expression deepened, but he didn’t say a word. He turned to leave.
“Apologize.” Sean crossed his arms and stood in Aiden’s way.
Aiden, usually dressed in white with a friendly smile for everyone, now faced off with Sean, who was in black athletic gear and didn’t show much emotion.
The two of them, campus heartthrobs from rival departments, locked eyes in the bustling cafeteria, sizing each other up without a word.
“I suggest you stay out of this,” Aiden said, his brow furrowing slightly. “She’s not going to help you, and you’ll never beat me.”
Sean sneered. “I don’t rely on anyone. Only weak people think like that.”
“You…” Gavin stepped forward, but Claire gave him a cold, dismissive look. “What, you want to play hero? Looking for a fight?”
It was well known that Delilah and David didn’t get along, and their students often clashed. But since their majors didn’t overlap much, the two groups usually stayed out of each other’s way. This kind of direct confrontation, however, was a first. Onlookers were already whispering–this might turn into a fight.
Josie stepped in front of Sean and Claire, blocking their gaze. She turned to face Aiden, her voice cold and composed. “Aiden, there may have been some misunderstandings between us. Since there are so many people here today, I’d like to clarify. When we were on the same team, I did a lot of things for you–made you water, wiped down tables, organized materials, and so on. But all of that came from the fact that, when I first started university, you were the one who helped me. Later, you recommended me for Professor Lawson’s team selection, and I was grateful. Because of that, I respected you after joining the team. But that respect and obedience were never because I liked you. I know my own worth, and I would never fall for someone who isn’t on my level."
Her words were cold and emotionless, without a hint of warmth.
Aiden didn’t care whether she liked him or not, but when their eyes met, something in his chest tightened. It wasn’t just a passing discomfort–he felt it spreading through his whole body, a sensation so intense that it almost knocked him off balance.