A BET (I’M IN LOVE ?? WITH HER)
Episode 66
Khloe’s POV
I’m so nervous right now! I have everything ready for Aubrey’s birthday but I don’t know why I feel so scared to call her over.
“Take a de-eper breath Khloe! She’s just the Aubrey in your cla-ss and one of your friends, not a celebrity so there’s nothing to be scared of” my subconscious a-ssured
Yes! There’s absolutely nothing to be scared of. I took out my phone and dialed her number immediately. It rang to the end but she didn’t answer the call, I called her again but it was the same thing. I continued trying it like that until I got tired. She must be really mad at me!
Just when I was about drifting off to sleep, my phone rang jolting me up. I checked the caller and discovered it was Aubrey. Oh… Aubrey!
“Where did you put your phone Aubrey? I’ve been calling for ages!” I said once I picked the call
“I’m sorry Khloe, I wasn’t with the phone. You know today is my birthday right? I went out with my mom to celebrate it. Ah! I got your message too, thank you. I’ve been too busy to call you back”
“It’s okay. Are you busy right now?”
“Not really. Why?”
“Well, I was thinking if you will be chanced to meet me somewhere”
“Ohh…. Alright, text me the address’
“Sure! Thank you!” I said and hung up
I quickly texted the address of where I was to her. Yes! She’s going to be here soon!
*Minutes later*
“That was quick! Did you fly a jet here?”
“Of course not! So why did you ask me to meet you here?”
“Ta-da!” I exclaimed and moved from her front
Natalie and some of my friends sang a birthday song for her and I also joined them.
“Wow! Khloe…”
“Don’t say anything Aubrey, just enjoy today okay?”
“Thank you Khloe”
“It’s nothing. Time to cut the cake” I said pulling her to where thee cake was
“Thank you Khloe, Natalie. I don’t know how to thank you guys for making my day”
“We’re glad we could do something. How is the preparation for prom night going?” Natalie asked
“Well, it’s coming up well”
“Alright, see you in school tomorrow then” I said standing up with Natalie
“Bye!” she waved at us and left
Ah! At last, I feel relieved. It’s like a heavy burden has been lifted off my shoulders
Prom Night
Aubrey’s POV
It’s prom night and I’m so nervous right now. I don’t know what is going to happen today but I know it’s going to determine a lot of things in my life.
“You don’t have to be like this because of prom! Don’t bother yourself because of what anyone thinks about you. Just remember I’m here for you, okay?” Sam said trying to calm me down
I had actually slept at her house the previous night because of how nervous I was and now, we’re both dressed for prom, only that we would be going to different schools.
“Alright” I said with a little smile
I got into my car and waved at her before driving to school. Now that I think about it, I don’t have a date for this prom night. Well, let’s see how it goes!
“Wow! This is the latest car in town and I don’t think Liam and his friends can afford it so who is it?” a student said when they saw my car drive in
“Even if they could afford it, they’re definitely not the one so who could it be?”
“Could it be Min Seok?” another student said with a gasp
“It isn’t Min Seok either, I saw him in cla-ss already”
I took in a de-eper breath before stepping down from the car. Here goes nothing! I already wrapped my expensive clothes with a blanket and I wore facial mask that made me look like the real Aubrey in school. When it’s time, I will take of the mask in the presence of everyone.
I went into the restroom, disposed the blanket and adjusted my dress.
“Aubrey” I heard someone call behind me immediately I left the restroom
“Min Seok” I also called when I turned back and discovered it was him
“Wow! You’re looking really pretty today, what’s the secret? Besides, the gown you’re wearing looks really expensive for an average girl like you. I don’t mean to sound offensive though”
“It’s okay” I said with a small smile
“Aubrey!” Liam called walking towards us
“Hi” I replied with a smile and I noticed his mood brightened up and he walked fas-ter towards me
“You’re no longer mad at me right?” he asked with a hopeful smile
“I told you before, I have nothing against you”
“Thank you Aubrey. You’re automatically my date then, let’s go” he said holding my hand but I stopped him when he was about leaving with me
“It seems like you are mixing things up. I’ve truly forgiven you but there’s nothing between us anymore, just forget about me and move on. Let’s go Min Seok” I held his hand and walked past Liam
Liam’s POV
What just happened? Did Aubrey just choose Min Seok over me? Like seriously? My life is completely ruined
I looked around to make sure no one saw what happened but then I was met with a pair of dark brown eyes staring directly at me with tears forming in her eyes. Don’t tell me Khloe saw what just happened. Shit!
I wanted calling out to her but then she ran off before I could even open my mouth. Whatever, that’s not important now!
I left there and went to the hall where the party will be taking place. Looks like they started already!
Aubrey’s POV
“We both don’t have dates for prom, do you think we should be each other’s date then?” Min Seok asked making me stop walking for a while.
“Uhhm….. Sure! If that’s okay with you” I said with an awkward smile
“Aubrey!!” I heard Khloe and Natalie call running to us
“H..hi guys!” I stuttered nervously
“Wow! Khloe, isn’t this the dress we saw at the mall that you couldn’t afford because it was to expensive?” Natalie asked turning to Khloe making Khloe look up. Seems like Khloe looks somehow gloomy
“You’re right! Where did you get this Aubrey?” she asked making me go speechless for a while
“Uhhm…. Someone gave it to me as a gift for my birthday” I managed to say something
“Really? Why would someone give you something so expensive as a birthday gift?” Natalie asked staring keenly at the dress
“Let’s just forget it. The party is starting already” Khloe said making me sigh in relief
We walked to the hall and sat down there. Natalie and Khloe also didn’t have dates, maybe I shouldn’t have said yes to Min Seok. It’s too late now though! Let me just enjoy the party for now until it’s time to reveal myself.
A BET (I’M IN LOVE ?? WITH HER)
Episode 67
Aubrey’s POV
The party went on and everyone danced with their partners when it was time but I just sat down and watched on.
The looks the students are giving me is creepy enough to make me scared. They’re starting at me like I stole the dress because they know how expensive it is.
What is going to be Min Seok’s reaction when he finds out I fooled him until now? Sam already said he won’t get married to me anymore. *Sighs*
“I’m going to be inviting someone special to come on stage now, she has something to tell you all” the principal announced and I felt goosebumps on my skin since I knew he was referring to me
I withdrew my hand from Min Seok and slowly stood up heading for the podium.
“Good evening everyone” I greeted nervously
“There’s a secret about me that I want to reveal to everyone present in this hall tonight. To my friends and everyone that trusted me, I want to say I’m truly sorry. I didn’t mean to fool you guys, I just don’t like attention and I do hope you find it in your heart to forgive me” I concluded and took in a de-eper breath before slowly taking off the mask
Light gasps could be heard from the students when I finished taking off the mask and when I raised my head up, some people collap-sed while some watched on in amusement.
“Isn’t she the K-Pop artist that just revealed her identity yesterday? How come she’s the Aubrey in our school?” a student said bewildered
“I’m done for! I’ve treated her badly ever since she came to this school and I was among the two students that wanted to stri-p her at Min Ju’s command. I think I should be digging my grave already” a junior student sobbed making me chuckle lightly. I wonder what she’s doing here though
I walked down from the podium and went back to where I sat but I met Min Seok’s eyes full of hurt.
“Byeol? You were Byeol all along but you kept it from me? I thought you said we were friends. I even told you recently that I wanted to get married to Byeol but you still didn’t reveal your identity. What did I do to deserve this?”
“It’s not what you think Min Seok, I didn’t want attention. I’ve always liked a quiet life, I don’t want to be treated like a god in school. I’m really sorry for hiding it from you”
“You don’t have to be sorry, let’s just end it here” he said walking away but I quickly went to his front
“Please Min Seok, I’m really sorry. I promise not to hide anything from you again”
“I don’t care. We’re no longer friends so don’t come close to me ever again” he warned sternly before finally leaving and I just stared at the floor with tears rolling down my cheek
“Aubrey?” Khloe called from behind
“Are you going to leave too?” I asked tearily but she pulled me into a hug instead
“It’s going to be fine” she said patting my back
When I calmed down, she took me to one of the empty cla-ssrooms and made me sat there
“I’ve once betrayed your trust too so I guess we should call it even. Although, I didn’t really betray you but it’s fine. You’re still my best friend. Besides, who wouldn’t want to be friends with one of the biggest celebrities in the world?” she asked teasingly
“Thanks Khloe”
“You’re not welcome” I heard Natalie’s voice
“I’m really really mad at you, not just really mad but extremely mad at you. How could you hide something as huge as this from the people you call your friend?”
“I’m sorry. You know I’m your little baby” I said with pouted li-ps making a puppy face at the same time
“That won’t work on me, I’m not Min Seok or Liam” she said waving me off making I and Khloe giggle
“Uhhm…. Aubrey, can I talk to you for a while?” Liam asked coming in
“And here comes your prince charming” Natalie whispered to me
“Prince my foot” I muttered only to my hearing
“I’m busy with my friends, maybe some other time”
“Please, I won’t take much of your time”
“Fine! You have just ten minutes” I said and walked ahead of him
“What is it you want to say?” I asked turning to him when I was sure we were alone
“I…. I uhhm.*clears throat* Why did you hide your identity from us? Even if you hid it from everyone, was it supposed to be the same with me when you claim to love me?” he asked making me scoff
“Is that what you want to say? If that’s it, then I better leave. I wanted to tell you about it countless times but I’m grateful I didn’t tell you.
Do you know how much I trusted you only to be betrayed in the end?”
“I didn’t betray you Aubrey, I really fell in love with you along the line”
“You wouldn’t have fallen in love with me if it wasn’t for the bet. The sole reason why you came to me at first was because you wanted to win the bet so whether you fell in love with me or not is none of my concern”
“But I’m really sorry Aubrey, let’s call it even. I placed a bet on you and you also hid something important from me. Let’s start all over, please”
“No, we’re not starting over. Let’s end things right here and forget about ever meeting each other” I said and turned to leave but he held me back and went down on his two knees
“I’m sorry Aubrey, please don’t leave me. I won’t survive it. I really do love you, just give me another chance please”
“I’m sorry Liam but I’m no longer interested. If you had succeeded in having se-x with me that night, I’m sure you would have been like this to your friends “I won the bet” so I’m really grateful Khloe stopped us because the bet was still on during that period”
“It was on but I was no longer with them”
“What if they succeeded in sleeping with me? Daniel has tried it before right? And Jayden also tried on his birthday. I can’t be with you anymore, just please forget about me”
Taking one last glance at him, I withdrew my hand and started running to nowhere in particular with tears dropping down my cheeks like rainfall.
Min Ju’s POV
Aubrey? The Aubrey Connor in my school is the same K-Pop idol that revealed her identity yesterday? I’m done for!
Why is everything falling apart for me? First, Liam’s dad said I can’t marry his son anymore because I committed murder.
I wanted to take revenge on Khloe for what she did but some stupid men appeared out of nowhere and saved her.
And now, Aubrey is a K-Pop idol that is ten times richer than I am. With just a snap of her fingers, I can be sent to jail.
I sat on a chair and sighed dejectedly. Coming to America was a bad idea, I shouldn’t have listened to dad this time.
First thing tomorrow morning, I’m going to take the next available flight back to South Korea because Dad is using the jet presently.
I’ve missed home, I’ve missed my friends and I’ve missed mom too. I just hope Aubrey doesn’t punish me.
She won’t even be able to because I’ll be leaving early in the morning tomorrow. I should just go home already, this prom isn’t for me.
TBC……
©️ Tricia