Chapter43: Misunderstanding

I stumbled backward, pushing Aaron away. I could see the hurt in his eyes, and regret surged through me. Just as I was about to explain myself, I heard Jake's voice behind me. I froze in fear, praying that he didn't misinterpret what had just happened. All I wanted to do was comfort Aaron, but now it felt like I had done something wrong. "What the fuck are you doing, bro?" Jake demanded to know. "Claiming what should be mine," Aaron said. "I'm not yours, Aaron! Stop saying stuff like that!" I protested. "Why would you let him kiss you, Janey?" Jake looked at me. "I didn't! He kissed me. I was just talking to him, and he..." "You went too far, Aaron," Jake turned to Aaron and scowled. "She is my girlfriend. She picked me! Just get over it already. Why can't you just be happy for me?" he said. Aaron bellows in rage, unable to contain his fury any longer. His voice vibrates with a fierce intensity, shaking the walls as he unleashes his anger. "I'm done with this! Tired of looking out for