To Love A Player by Madeline Piper (primary phonics books .TXT) 📖

A thin layer of sweat formed on my body as I rocked my hips from side to side to the booming music that rang through the clubs air. My hands were above my head as I fist pumped to the beat and my chestnut locks whipped in my face with every move I made. It was the relief day all college students who had passed their finals were anticipating for and I was bound to make the best of it. I pushed the thought of having to study one more page from my books to the back of my head and brought for the thoughts of living free just for one night. I squealed when a pair of hands rested on my hips and a body began to work against mine. I didn’t felt the need to see who it was so I just worked my body harder against my new found dance partner. I could smell the mixture of odors in their breath it contained beer and mint and the cologne they wore made me ease my body against them harder.
I jerked when my best friend, Tamera appeared with her boyfriend, Tay’s arm strung around her waist. They continued dancing as she spoke, “We’re leaving now, Chris. I’m spending the night at Tay’s so you have the house to yourself.” I nodded and smiled ushering to the guy behind me. She figured exactly what I was asking for because apparently Tamera was known for knowing everyone on and off campus. She gazed up at my dance partner and waved to them before giving me a thumb up. Within a second both Tamera and Tay were swallowed by the crowd.
I couldn’t hold back the anticipation to see my dance partner but when I mustered up the confidence to turn I felt their hand press against my lower back bending me over. I tensed a bit before relaxing and moved my body against his. I finally worked my way back up and turned to see their face.
My chest heaved when I faced my dance partner. It was Kyle Andrews, the star quarterback at ISU. He wore a tired smile as I looked up at him into his big brown eyes. A huge wave of sickness flew over me and I immediately pushed myself through the crowd making it to an empty stool by the bar. I couldn’t believe I actually dance with Kyle. Not that it wasn’t exciting but the mere fact of dancing with the most whoring man I’ve ever heard of was revolting. He had been with over half the girl at ISU and the thought that I might have been on his ‘list’ made me cringe.
I held my finger up to the bartender signaling for a beer. He slid it across the table towards me but it was stopped and taken away by Kyle. He pulled up a stool next to me and stared longingly into my eyes with a charming smile lighting his face. He took a swig of my beer and set it down. I swung my legs around facing my back to him. My short black dress curled at its hem revealing my shaven legs. I felt Kyle’s cold sweaty hand touch my leg and swing me back around. His other hand was tucked under his chin and he was still smiling.
“What?” I barked brushing his hands from my legs. He didn’t say anything he just stared into my eyes. I couldn’t shake the feeling that he was searching for something. I became tired of the silence and with a gentle push I made my way through the crowd and out into the cold misty air. I wrapped my arms around myself for warmth and crunched the gravel with my red stilettoes making my way to my car. As I pressed the button and opened the door Kyle appeared leaning himself against the car.
“I’m sorry I didn't say anything in there. I was just star struck by your beauty.” He chimed smiling hopefully at me.
“How many times have you used that one?” I barked jutting open the door. He held up an unopened beer to my face.
“Once or twice but I never really meant it until I saw you.”
“Try your lame pickup lines somewhere else. I’m not falling for your crap.” I slipped into the car seat but had yet to close the door noticing that Kyle was blocking it.
“They aren’t pickup lines, Diamond. Their real words I think are right for the occasion.”
“And what occasion is that?”
“Meeting the woman of my dreams.” I rolled my eyes disgusted but I also felt flattered deep down. I was so used to the jerks trying to pick me up with those cheesy lines but these sounded sincere. I ignored the good feeling and put forward the gut wrenching one. “I bought you back your beer.” He continued popping off the cover and handing it to me. I sighed not really wanting to leave just yet and took the bottle.
“Thanks.” I said.
A moment of silence passed and I could still feel his eyes on me.
“Do I know you from somewhere?” He finally asked.
“Well I am the linebacker’s girlfriend…”
“You have a boyfriend?” He cut in bringing his eyebrows together. There was a saddened expression on his face.
I giggled, “Best friend.” He exhaled deeply and put his hand to his chest.
“You almost gave me a heart attack, Diamond.” He said. I gave him a look.
“I have a name you know and it’s definitely not ‘Diamond’.” His smile grew wider.
“I like that name for you.”
“But you don’t even know me.”
“Hey Kyle!” Two busty brunettes sang modeling their way up to us. Both played with their hair and batted their eyes to get his attention oblivious to the fact that I was present.
“Hey Katelyn. Hey Alison.” He said turning his attention from me to them.
“We were just about to head home and we’re kind of drunk.” Alison said running her fingers up Kyle’s chest.
“Maybe you could take us home. Save us the trouble.” Katelyn cut in. I felt nauseated and pulled my door shut and bringing down the window. Kyle took the beer bottle from me and smiled apologetically.
“I’ll talk to you later, Diamond.” He said patting the side of the car before turning and wrapping his arms around both girls’ necks. They made their way over to his car and drove off. I puffed disgusted by the thought of what will happen when they reached their home. I put the car into gear and drove off onto the deserted highway suddenly hating Kyle.

“This can’t be happening.” I grumbled hitting my head against my locker. I just found out that most of my classes consisted of Kyle and I was eager to change classes but unfortunately I couldn’t.
“You’re losing precious brain cells.” A sweet voice said. I looked up to meet light grey eyes peering down into my hazel ones. I smiled shyly and pulled a strand of my hair behind my ear diverting my gaze to the floor. My face felt hot and I was flushed with embarrassment.
“I'm sorry. I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable.” He said flashing a prize worthy smile. Once again my ear felt hot and I pulled my hair from behind my ear. I turned and started to walk away. I hadn’t known that I was this shy around guys but I should be used to it after always being hit on by them. The man walked up beside me his bulging muscles rubbing across my arm. He smelled sweet as his musk brushed into my face.
“I’m sorry. I didn't introduce myself. I’m Roman.” He said outstretching his hand to me. I looked at his hand then up into his eyes then back to his hand and shook it. He smiled and continued walking with me.
“I’m Christine.” I breathed as we rounded the corner to my next class. He repeated my name numerously trying to memorize it.
“That’s a really pretty name.” He said. We both made our way into the class as he pulled up a desk next to me. I finally opened up to him and we got to talking about our schedules and where we were from. Roman had a very interesting life. I sort of giggled when he told me he was actually from Rome but he didn't mind. We quieted our voices when Dr. Cheddy, our Sociology teacher made his way into the room who was immediately followed by Kyle whose arms were occupied by blondes. He looked up at me and winked with his best smile. I rolled my eyes and sunk into my seat thankful that Roman was beside me. Kyle and the girls made their way up past my row but they sat directly behind of me. I squeezed my eyes shut as their little giggle party festered behind of me. I relaxed when Roman leaned over to whisper in my ears, “Don’t mind them,” he said. “They’ll be sent out of here before Cheddy starts.” I laughed once and dared to look at Kyle whose eyes were piercing the back of Roman’s skull. My laughter immediately turned into anger when the skin on his jaws tensed.
I don’t know why I felt the need to make him jealous but because he had these girls draped around him like curtains I felt the need to do it. I placed an arm on Roman thick arm and leaned into his ears to whisper something. I deliberately flicked back my hair to make Kyle get a full view of what I was doing.
“I have a feeling he’ll be staying in here a little longer this time.” I purred with a smile on my lips. Roman tensed and flexed at the sound of my voice and I was overwhelmed with feelings. I glanced back Kyle to see him fuming before his attention was caught by one of the blondes kissing his neck. I heard Roman chuckle which caught Kyle's attention before he looked at me I turned around and sunk into my seat. I didn't know what had just happened. For the rest of the class I kept my eyes on Cheddy daring to look at either Kyle or Roman.
When the bell rang I hurriedly grabbed my stuff and headed for the door but a hand grabbed me. I turned to see Roman staring at me confused.
“Did I say something wrong, Christine? You wouldn’t speak to me for the entire class.” He asked. I sighed trying to make up an excuse.
“Shy I guess.” I smiled. He exhaled and smiled also.
“Would you like to catch a movie this weekend with me? The new Ashton Kutcher movie is coming out and I know how girls like him.” He laughed and I mustered one to follow. Just then I saw Kyle exit