Chapter 4 Irresistible

Elsie’s pov

“Elsie, let's go home,” Adrian dragged my hand and took me outside.

“What are you doing here?” I resisted.

“Stop! Just leave me alone!” I cried out. And I walked away from him.

The rest of my night was absolutely horrible. After the incident with Ryan, I didn’t wait to digest what I just did.

I rushed out of the building, crying with Aria right behind me. I was shaking so bad, I didn’t know what to do. In all my life, I have never been humiliated like that.

How could he?

Since we were leaving the party earlier than planned and our ride wasn’t here yet, we had to wait outside for him to arrive.

“You can go back in, don’t let me ruin your night.” I said to Aria, feeling bad she wasn’t having a good time.

“What? I wouldn’t go back for anything. They’re all a bunch of clowns.” She spat, running my shoulder as I sat on the walkway, totally devastated.

“Why me?” I asked, sniffing back tears.

“He’s just a fool who can’t handle being rejected. He deserves more than just a slap.” Aria spat.

She continued consoling me till our ride came and then, we left. They dropped me first before she left.

“Are you sure you don’t want me to stay the night?” She asked again, seeing my gloomy look.

“No, I’m fine. Plus, we have class tomorrow and I don’t want to be a bother.” I said, walking to my door.

“Okay then, goodnight.” She said, before the car drove off.

My mom was surprised to see me back earlier than expected but I told her nothing. Instead, I rushed to my room and locked the door.

I took a cold shower, lay on my bed and pushed the events of the night to the back of my head, assuring myself that I would be fine.

By morning, my mind was made up. I was going to stop tutoring Ryan, he could go to hell.

I went straight to the vice chancellor’s office first to tell him about my decision.

“I thought you guys were getting along, what happened?” He asked, surprised. He obviously hadn't heard about what happened.

“I just can’t do it, I’m sorry.” I said, keeping my cool.

“Ryan has been doing exceptionally well since you started. If you back off now, he will fall back to 0 and based on his notorious reputation, no one wants to tutor him. Can you please reconsider? Remember what you want when you graduate.”

“I’ve tried my best to take it all but I can’t anymore.” I said, getting off the chair.

“I understand. I would advise you to think about this again and let me know if you change your mind.”

I didn’t give him any more response, I quietly left.

On my way to class, every student in the hallway stared at me. Every fucking one.

Some whispered, some pointed and some laughed. A few of them even had the courage to call me a whore.

“Look who we have here.” Damien, Ryan’s friend, laughed when I entered the class. Everyone looked my way and laughed at me.

Ryan hit his arm, asking him to shut up.

I looked around the class, met eyes with Ryan and stared at him for a second, my hate for him doubling with speed. He looked kind of remorseful but I didn’t care. He should be happy.

Saying nothing, I gently walked to my seat and sat down. The girls at my back giggled and laughed for long minutes, definitely making fun of me.

“Who would have thought such an innocent girl wasn’t so innocent after all.” Someone said loudly and a chuckle erupted.

I closed my eyes, swallowed hard and tried to keep my tears suppressed. Breaking down in front of them all would only make things worse.

Aria was having another class this morning so I was totally alone.

I breathed a sigh of relief when teaching started. When it was time for lunch, I didn’t dare go to the cafeteria. In fact, I remained seated and prayed that everyone would leave but no.

A group of stupid guys stayed behind, watching and laughing at me.

“Elsie, how much do you want so I can have my turn?” One asked and I swallowed hard, choosing to ignore him.

“Why is she quiet now?” Another asked.

“She’s probably shy, having all guys want her now. Damn, Ryan was lucky to have her first.”

I shook silently in my chair, hoping for them to leave me alone.

“Just name your price girl, Ryan didn’t pay to fuck you but we are offering to. You should be grateful.” Another said and they all burst out laughing.

I couldn’t hold it anymore, so I grabbed my bag and ran out of the classroom.

I wanted to talk back to them but what difference would it make? It would only urge them on. Everyone believed him already.

Without thinking, I ran to the library and went to sit at my Favourite spot that was in a secluded area. There were just a few students here and I was happy when they barely paid me any mind.

I huddled in my chair and finally relaxed the tears i had been holding. I cried hard and long, wondering where I ever went wrong.

I felt a gentle tap on my shoulder and I looked up to see Ryan, who looked sad. I tried to pull away but he held me in his arms and apologized, saying it was all a misunderstanding.

After a couple of minutes, I calmed down and pushed him away but he didn’t stop apologizing.

“It was all a mistake, I swear. I didn’t say I fucked you.” He begged.

Just then, my phone pinged with a broadcast on the group chat and it was a video from last night at the party after I left. Ryan was telling everyone that I begged him to have sex with me and after much pleading, he just had to do it.

My eyes filled with pain as I looked at Ryan who was rendered speechless.

I didn’t wait for him to say more, I took my things and fled. I didn’t go back to class, I went to a random bar to crash out.

I ordered drinks and kept going till I lost track of time. By nighttime, I still wasn’t feeling better.

My phone was constantly blowing up with calls and notifications but I didn’t respond. I just kept drinking and crying.

I felt someone take a seat right next to me but I didn’t bother to check who it was.

“Everyone is looking for you.” A voice said. I straightened at the tone, wondering how it felt so familiar.

Adrian.

Why was he here? To mock me?

I turned and met his eyes, expecting to hear his cruel laugh but I was surprised to see the sad look on his face. For a moment, it felt like he actually cared about me.

“Are you okay?” He asked, staring deeply at me. I couldn’t hold it in anymore, I burst into tears.

“Shhhhh, you’re going to be fine.” He cooed and my heart swelled with emotions.

It took awhile but I calmed down after some minutes. Now, I was totally exhausted.

When I ordered for more drinks, I half expected him to scold me but he didn’t. Instead, he ordered for more.

And so, we drank.

And drank.

I told him all what had transpired and he consoled me though. I was amazed at the attention he was giving me, taking small notes of things that I felt didn’t matter.

As we continued drinking and our pull felt stronger, I could no longer hold myself. I leaned in and kissed him.