Nyssa's eyes met Nyomi's

"Sure" Sun said, brows raised. 

"Why would Tavian be the one who called you? Is there something you're not saying?'

Nyssa clenched her fist.

She didn't even know where to start. Or if she should even say anything at all.

She let out a breath through her nose.

"I was going to the mall" she started. 

"Wanted to buy some clothes. Then I saw the guy who hit my car yesterday. I followed him and ended up in some dangerous area, but I lost him"

Sun mouthed an oh.

Zara didn't say anything. Just sat there, watching Nyssa like she was some open book. That annoying smirk was on her lips like she already knew the truth.

Nyomi was glaring hard at her, not even buying it.

"So... why did you faint?" Sun asked, tilting her head. "And how's Tavian involved?"

Nyssa turned to her, then shifted back to Nyomi-who was still burning holes through her.

"His bike drove past when I was in the car, getting ready to head back after I lost the guy."

She paused.

"And I fainted because of thunder strike" she added, Inwardly hoping they'd fall for her beautiful lies.

Nyomi held her stare one last second, then turned and walked out.

Zara saw that and rolled her eyes.

"I understand now. You feeling better?" Sun asked with a light smile.

Nyssa looked at her.

She stretched her fingers, rolled her shoulder like she was shaking off some weight. Before she tucked a strand of hair behind her ear.

"Kinda" she muttered.

Damn. That was close. 

Her mind flashed back to Tavian again. She licked her lips without thinking.

Those sexy eyes...

*

Meanwhile...

Inside the tall building, first floor. Tavian was in his tattoo suite.

He sat on a stool, back bent a little as he drew a clean diamond tattoo between a girl's breasts.

Her nipples stood out, breasts full and soft. She had headphones on, music blasting, but her eyes were locked on him-watching his every move.

His bitten hand was now bandaged.

Mackenzie stood by his side, arms crossed.

"That girl from earlier, who is she?" he asked.

Tavian didn't say a word, his eyes solely focused on what he's doing.

Mackenzie bit his lower lip, thinking back.

.........

Flashback to three hours ago...

END OF FLASHBACK

7 PM

UNIT 9

Tavian entered the house and shut the door behind him. He didn't say anything as he walked past the living room, where the guys were.

Fred was on his phone, watching p*rñ, with his hand deep down his trousers, stroking himself.

"Your food's in the dining," he said without looking up.

"Welcome," Heath said, glancing at him.

Tavian didn't stop and kept walking away.

Heath sighed, dragging his eyes away.

Ten minutes later, Fred let out a low groan, body jerking slightly as he released inside his trousers.

"Again? " Heath asked with a look of disgust.

"This is just the fourth time," Fred exhaled, wiping the sweat forming on his forehead.

"Gross" Heath muttered, taking his eyes away off him.

"You going to the party tonight?" Fred asked without looking up from the screen.

"What party?"

"Freshman welcome party," Fred replied, shifting on the couch.

"Not interested" Heath said flatly.

"Yeah, right. That's exactly why you'll end up there" Fred smirked, finally looking up.

Heath scoffed and stood to grab the TV remote on the table.

"Better take that food to the loner upstairs. I'm not letting all the stress I went through cooking go to waste" Fred added.

Heath set the remote down without turning on the TV. With an eye-roll, he left the room and headed to the dining.

"Ask if he has a cd too," Fred called out. 

"My best friend's coming, and I'm not hitting her raw"

He turned off his phone and slowly pulled out his already hard cock.

Heath ignored him and picked up the tray of food, heading for the stairs.

He climbed slowly, and a few seconds later, he was now standing in front of a door.

He paused, took a deep breath and knocked twice on the door.

"Hey bro, it's Heath" he said, raising his voice.

No answer.

After a few seconds of waiting, he grabbed the doorknob and twisted it open.

The room was cool and cold. The AC must've been on full blast.

Heath stepped inside and gently shut the door with his foot. His eyes landed on Tavian, standing shirtless in front of the window, back turned, only wearing boxers.

Heath's gaze fell on his left hand, hanging at his side and wrapped in a bandage.

Did he get hurt? he wondered, a worried look crossing his face.

He hesitated, his eyes lingering a second longer. Then he looked away and stepped forward.

"I brought your food," he said, placing the tray on the shelf beside the bed.

"Leave" Tavian said, his voice flat and cold.

"I know, I'm leaving" Heath replied quickly, not waiting for more.

**

Nyssa came down the stairs, phone in hand, and scrolling through it.

The living room was noisy with the TV on, volume loud-but no one in sight

She went straight to the kitchen and quickly opened the pots one by one.

All of them were empty.

"Seems I'm the one cooking tonight" she thought, sighing.

She turned, moving to the dining table to drop her phone.

Footsteps echoed

She slowly looked toward the stairs and her brows immediately lifted at what she saw.

"Whoa"

Sun was coming down, hair falling smoothly over her shoulder. She wore a glittering dress that stopped right above her knees.

Sun flashed her a bright smile but suddenly frowned as she looked at Nyssa's outfit.

"You're not dressed?" she asked, walking up to her.

Nyssa blinked. "Dressed for what?"

"The freshmen welcome party! Don't tell me you didn't hear?" Sun raised a brow. "Aren't you on any group chats?"

Nyssa nodded, wearing a confused look.

"Are you going there? You're not a freshman" she muttered, tilting her head.

"It's open to everyone" Sun replied. 

"And I love parties. So now, let's get you ready. You're gonna be 900% beautiful tonight" She winked.

Nyssa scoffed. 

"I hate parties. And my parents? Strict rule number one is....No parties" she said sharply.

She turned to go to the kitchen, but Sun caught her hand.

"Where do you think you're going?" she smirked.

"To cook" Nyssa said, half turning.

"Nah. You're getting dressed" Sun grinned and started dragging her.

"I'm not going! Come on!" Nyssa whined, trying to pull away.

"It's not up for debate, sweetheart" Sun said, holding on tighter.

Inside a luxurious house, Mr. Emberly, Mrs. Emberly, and a green-haired teenage girl sat in silence at a grand dining table.

Curious about the dining room? No need for long talk—just imagine the most expensive and beautiful one you've ever seen.

The teenage girl stacked her empty plates and slowly stood.

"Thanks, Mom, for the food. Thanks, Dad, for providing it" she said in a robotic tone, heading toward the kitchen.

"Alba" her mom called out slowly.

"Yes, Mum?" she answered, walking without slowing down.

"Don't go straight to your room to press that phone. You're doing the dishes tonight"

"No way. I'm going to my room after this" Alba said grumpily.

She placed the plates in the basin and turned to leave.

"Listen to your mom," Mr. Emberly added, sipping his wine.

Alba rolled her eyes and walked past them.

"You this brat!" Mrs. Emberly shouted, standing up fast.

Alba flinched.

Next thing, she was chasing her daughter around the living room.

Mr. Emberly chuckled and kept sipping his wine, pretending not to see them.

"You're so disrespectful! Why can't you be like Nyssa for once?" Mrs. Emberly yelled.

"You're so useless"

"Hope that meets Nyssa wherever she is" Alba yelled back, running.

"You this-!" Mrs. Emberly flung her slipper.

Alba ducked it and screamed, "Mum!!"

Mrs. Emberly stopped, catching her breath as she dropped onto the couch.

"I miss my Nyssa, you're just a walking problem" she muttered, breathing heavily.

"Go to her school then" Alba replied, leaning on the wall by the TV.

"Hmm... I'm going soon" her mom said, pouting like a child.

MARYLAND 

An hour later in Nyssa's room, she stood in front of the mirror, stunning beyond words.

She wore a silky green slip dress that hugged every curve of her body. The neckline dipped low, revealing a generous amount of cleavage, while the open back added just the right touch of allure. The fabric clung to her like it was made for her, emphasizing her hourglass shape and small waist.

Her dark curls hair was pulled into a neat bun, her makeup light but flawless. No jewelry, yet her beauty didn't need it. She looked effortless, sexy and Irresistible.

Sun stood behind her, mouth hanging open.

"Girl, boys will fall at your feet tonight," she said dramatically, spinning Nyssa to face her.

Nyssa hissed, rolling her eyes. 

"I still don't want to go. I can't just break my parents' rules"

"It's just a harmless party, Nyss. They're not even here. I promise you'll love it, okay?"

Nyssa didn't answer. She just looked down, letting out a very loud sigh.

Sun pouted, batting her lashes.

"Let's go, señorita" she said, making a funny face as she offered her hand.

Nyssa slapped it away with a small smile, already exiting the room.

"Is everyone going?" she asked, opening the door.

"A big yes!" Sun said, as they stepped out.

They entered the hallway just as Zara and Nyomi stepped out of their rooms.

"Oooh, timing" Sun grinned, stopping to look.

Nyssa also stopped.

Nyomi's eyes fell on Nyssa. She looked her up and down with a blank expression, then quickly turned away, walking off. Zara did the same, slipping on her headphones.

Nyssa and Sun exchange a glance and quietly followed behind.

Nyssa swallowed hard, her chest tight. Her heart thumped with nerves she didn't want to admit.

The only thought in her mind was...

How's the party going to be like?