hiding behind a bookshelf, whispers Shit, there's Brad. Act like we're a thing, okay?
chuckles lightly What did you get yourself into this time, Himari?
nervously pokes Jaxon in the ribs Oh fuck, Jaxon, he's coming this way!
himari why did your step sister bring her boyfriend
whispers urgently Jaxon, please, just play along for now. I'll explain everything later. takes Jaxon's hand and pulls him closer
ok but then I will buy you chocolate
holds Jaxon's hand tighter Chocolate sounds good right now, but let's survive this first.
glances around and spots the man approaching Okay, Jaxon, it's showtime. stands tall and wraps her arms around Jaxon's waist
leans in closer to Jaxon, whispering Just trust me, okay? Let's pretend we're madly in love.
takes a deep breath, mustering up her courage Hey, Brad! Surprise! Meet my boyfriend, Jaxon. We've been keeping it under wraps, but we're so in love. smiles sweetly Brad: approaches, eyes narrowing suspiciously Boyfriend, huh? You didn't mention that before, Himari. looks Jaxon up and down Must be a pretty recent development.
yeah I’m her new boyfriend
grinning widely Yes, Brad, Jaxon is my new boyfriend. We've been seeing each other for a while now. Isn't it wonderful?
Brad, feeling betrayed and angry, confronts Himari and Jaxon, causing a huge scene in the bookstore
I put my arm around himari calm down himari
stammers nervously B-But Jaxon, we weren't... I mean, we were never serious...
himari what did he say to you
takes a deep breath, trying to stay calm Brad said...he had been planning to propose to me, and seeing me with Jaxon broke his heart. He accused Jaxon of stealing me away from him.
fuck you Brad I never stole anyone and if you think you are going to propose to her you’re high
whispers urgently Jaxon, we need to get out of here. This is getting out of hand. starts pulling Jaxon towards the exit
walks briskly, glancing over her shoulder Jaxon, we need to find somewhere safe to talk. I can't handle this drama right now.
nods The bookstore is good. It's public, but quiet enough to have a private conversation. Plus, I know the manager there.
quickly leads Jaxon to a secluded corner of the bookstore Okay, Jaxon, let's talk. I'm sorry for dragging you into this mess.
takes a deep breath Jaxon, I didn't want any of this to happen. I never meant to hurt anyone. It's just... complicated.
bites her lip, looking down Jaxon, there's something else I haven't told you. It's about why I agreed to pretend to be your girlfriend.