Letting My Brother's Best Friend Take My V-Card (Jessie and Luke)

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been drinking water," he said calmly, his voice steady and infuriatingly sure. I rolled my eyes at both of them. I could take care of myself, but walking home didn't seem like the wisest of choices, so I caved and got in Luke's truck. As Luke slid into the driver's seat, I crossed my arms and stared out the window.noveldrama

I had no response to that, my anger deflating as quickly as it had risen. Silence filled the truck, the only sound the hum of the engine and the occasional rustle of leaves in the night breeze.

We pulled up to my house, and Luke killed the engine. For a moment, neither of us moved. Then, finally, he broke the silence.

"Get some rest," he said, his tone leaving no room for further argument or discussion.

I turned to look at him, my anger flaring up again. "You don't get to tell me what to do," I shot back, my voice trembling with pent-up emotion.

His eyes met mine, a flicker of something unreadable passing through them. "I'm doing what I promised Josh I would do," he replied, his voice softening just a fraction. "Keeping you safe."

"You're such an asshole," I snapped, my voice trembling with pent-up emotion. "Always acting so self-righteous. I never want to see you again!"

Without waiting for a response, I jumped out of the truck, slamming the door behind me. I stormed toward my house, anger and frustration fueling my steps. I reached the front door and slammed it shut, leaning against it as I tried to calm my

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racing heart.

I heaved for a few seconds, letting my anger simmer down. The house was eerily quiet, and I realized with a sinking feeling that I had left all my things in Luke's stupid truck.

Spinning on my heels, I yanked open the door, ready to march back out and retrieve my belongings. But I froze in place. Luke stood on the other side, his intense gaze locked onto mine. The look in his eyes set my entire body on fire, and for a moment, I forgot to breathe.