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

the room looking up and down the hall until he spotted me.
“Yes, a movie will be great.” I nodded peeking over his shoulder to see what Kyle was doing. Kyle began to walk my way.
“Maybe we could get dinner before…” Roman was cut off by Kyle stepping in front of him. He didn’t dare speak to Kyle he just shook his head, smiled apologetically to me then left. I waved goodbye and hugged my book to my chest. My happy mood changed when Roman was out of view.
“Hey, Diamond. How’s things?” Kyle said shoving his hands into his pockets. I dropped myself onto one hip and forced a yawn.
“I was in the middle of a conversation, douchebag.” I barked before turning and walking away. He followed close behind me slipping my back pack from my shoulder and onto his. I didn’t mind that part.
“Since when do you know Roman?” He asked unfazed by my previous attack. I sort of felt ignored in a weird messed up sort of way.
“I met him this morning. He’s really cute isn’t he?” I asked feeling a fluttery feeling in my chest. I remembered who was with me and smoothed my expression. It didn't feel right. I could feel his eyes boring into me but I was used to his constant stares by now. “Why don’t you like him?” I asked.
He puffed. “What do you mean?” He asked pulling in his eyebrows.
“I saw the way you looked at him in class today. It’s obvious you don’t like him.”
“We view things in a different light. That’s all I’m going to say.” We rounded the corner for our next class and this time he sat with me but it didn't stop the swarm of girls from surrounding us. I saved a seat for Tamera and Tay relieved that we had at least one class together. They also felt the tension and awkwardness with our sudden assembly.
The class felt like it prolonged forever. The constant giggling of the girls around Kyle was intolerable. Finally the bell rang and we all made our way to the cafeteria.
“You really don’t have to follow Chris everywhere, Kyle.” Tamera says as we sat at the circular table in the center of the cafeteria. I picked at my food keeping my head down allowing my hair to block out any sense of them seeing my expression. I felt a mixture of feelings from anger, to confusion, to happiness. It was unnecessary but the feelings had started since I met Kyle on Saturday.
I felt a hand on my shoulder and I watched as Roman lowered himself next to me.
“There you are.” He says kissing my cheek. His lips were soft against my skin but I found myself looking over to Kyle who indeed was fuming.
“Why don’t you sit somewhere else, Greek?” Kyle hissed. His jaws were clenched and veins appeared on his face. Roman was taken aback and glared back at Kyle the same way he glared at him.
“It’s a free country.” Roman calmly replied. I heard Tamera gasp and her eyes shot open. I really didn't know what was going on. I placed my hand on both their knees and they both looked at my hand relaxing under my touch.
“What’s the matter with you two?” I whispered to a hush. They glanced at one another before smiling at me.
“I’ll catch you later, Christine.” Roman politely said before dismissing himself from the table. Kyle didn't dare look me in the eyes because he knew that I would drown him with questions.
The entire table sat in silence and for once I didn't hear Tamera’s constant chatter about the oh so wonderful times she had with Tay. After hurrying down my food I quickly collected my books and hurried to my car not daring to look back. I sighed with relief when I was safely in the car. I put my hands on the steering wheel and steadied myself before the door swung open. Kyle slipped in and closed the door.
“What is it with you?” He asked staring out the windshield. I turned my body towards him and pulled my eyebrows together.
“Are you kidding me? I barely know you yet you’re acting like a god dam douchebag. Scaring off my potential boyfriends and getting jealous if I touch someone. I should be asking you that same question.” I rambled furiously. He didn't look at me he just washed his face with his hands.
“Am sorry, Diamond. It’s just that you’re not like anyone I’ve ever met.” He started.
“I’m not having sex with you if that’s what you’re asking.” I huffed and folded my arms across my chest.
"Is that what you think I want? Sex?” He said with pain in his voice. He disapprovingly shook his head and got out of my car slamming the door behind him. I didn't know why but my eyes filled with tears before pouring over onto my cheeks. I thought that maybe I'd crossed the line but then again I didn't.
Can You Leave Me Alone?

“You look amazing!” Tamera squealed as I stepped from my room. I wore a deep cut graphic tee that accented my breasts, skinny jeans and a pair of black stilettos. My hair was pulled into a loose ponytail leaving a few of my locks to dangle free. I wanted to look my best on my date with Roman yet since we’re going to catch a movie I didn't see the point to go all out.
“You look gorgeous, Chris.” Tay said seconding Tamera’s thought. I smiled with appreciation and kissed both their cheeks.
The doorbell rang and Tamera’s hand shot to her mouth with excitement. I rolled my eyes and modeled my way to the door slowly and purposely to give off a sense of appeal. My face fell when I saw Kyle standing with his head down and his hands shoved in his pockets.
“What are you doing here?” I asked. He looked up into my eyes instantly making me melt under his big brown eyes and well brushed hair. It made me forget our little confrontation and all I wanted to do was grab his face and kiss him.
“I wanted to tell you I’m sorry for the way I acted towards you the other day.”
“No, I shouldn’t have said that in the first place. It’s just that…”
“You had every right to say that. I’m not quite the one to give good first impressions.” He said with a smile. I smirked and leaned against the door.
“Now why would you say that? I liked the fact that you ditched me for brunettes though.”
His smile faded. I knew I’ve crossed the line again. Why was I always saying something wrong around him?
“Hey Christine.” I glanced over Kyle’s shoulder to see Roman walking up the stairs towards us. He stepped around Kyle like he did to him when we first met and planted a kiss on my cheek. He had a beautiful bouquet of roses in his arms as he placed them into my hands.
“Are you guys going out?” Kyle asked puzzled. I smiled and shook my head. “So that means I could tag along?” Roman felt a little uneasy and looked at me for an answer.
“I don’t see why not.”

The Theatre was cold but the tension that radiated us made beads of sweat form on my forehead. My hands sat clasped between my thighs as both of their arms rested on the side anticipating my fingers to rest on their. It was as if an all new Twilight scene was unveiling before my eyes. I was the human who the werewolf and vampire were desperately trying to win the heart of. I tried not to look at them keeping my eyes fixed on the wide screen. The movie felt like a lifetime but as the end credits began to roll up on the screen I felt Roman lean into my ear pressing his lips to my ear when he spoke.
“That was good wasn’t it?” He whispered. I couldn’t say yes because I really didn't know what the movie was about. I just smiled. I looked up at Kyle who was still staring at the screen.
“I’ll be right back.” Kyle said standing and passed us pushing Roman in the process. I heard Roman sigh when he left and finally he turned to face me smiling widely.
“Thank God he left. It was really nice of you to invite him but I think it kind of ruined our date, don’t you think?” He began taking my arm into his and entangled our fingers. “I know he’s not going to leave until I leave your house and I was thinking maybe I should give you your goodnight kiss before…” He leaned in closer to me and pressed his lips against mine. They were smooth and soft as they worked against mine. I pushed myself against him strengthen our kiss until I had a hard time breathing. Moments passed before he came up for air smiling uncontrollably.
Before I could say something I noticed Kyle was standing at the entrance of the theatre with a blonde running her fingers through her straw like hair. He didn't seem to notice our recent activity and I sighed with relief. It was amazing as to how he could attract girls wherever he went. Secretly I felt my heart rip. First he ruined our date plans and now he was ignoring me. I had a sudden urge to scream at him but for Roman’s sake I smoothed my expression. Roman noticing my aura turned to see Kyle and shrugged. He leaned over to kiss me again but I stopped him with my index fingers to his lips. He smiled and kissed my finger pressing his way into another one. We quickly kissed before I stood and made my way to the door purposely brushing against Kyle. He said goodbye to the girl and trailed behind us.
On the ride home I sat in the back seat leaving the two to ride in front. I noticed how they kept glancing back at me for some reason.
As predicted Kyle didn't leave my house until Roman left. He sat on the couch with his eyes planted on the television screen while I followed Roman out to his bike. It was cold and the hairs on my skin were beginning to rise. I rubbed my arms to get myself warm while I watched Roman slip on his leather jacket.
“How about we try this again on Friday?” He said leaning in for a kiss. I nodded against his lips before laughing. He looked at me quizzically.
“It kind of gives me the illusion that you two are afraid of each other.” I said gesturing to Kyle. He wasn’t fazed by my question he just smiled a little and ran his fingers through his bouncy dirt blonde hair.
“We view things in a different light, Christine. Don’t worry about it.” He brushed me aside. Giving one last peck he sped off onto the highway.
I made my way upstairs and plopped next to Kyle on the couch. Tamera and Tay already retired to bed and I knew they were trying their best to keep quiet. I couldn’t push aside the feeling of needing to