Free Breaking Through the Waves by E. L. Todd, Kris Kendall Page A

She kissed Coen then walked to her English class. Even though science was her passion, she still loved reading and writing. She wrote a few poems and short stories but never showed them to anyone. When her class was over, she left the building and walked down the sidewalk, which winded through the campus. Most of the students were gone for the day. The sun shined overhead and made her sweat as she walked. She was excited to go home and lie in bed with Coen, forgetting about the horrific day she just had.
    “Hey.”
    Sydney looked up from her feet and saw Audrey standing in front of her. “What?” she snapped.
    “You’re awfully brave for being around three girls that want nothing more than to smash your face against the concrete until it sp lits in half.”
    “Are we juniors in high school or juniors in college?” She stepped around Audrey with her back straight.
    Audrey yanked her bag off then threw it on the ground.
    Sydney was thankful her computer wasn’t in there, but her phone was. She hoped it wasn’t broken.
    “Break up with Coen and it will make your life a lot easier.”
    “Why? He wouldn’t date you anyway.”
    “Yes, he would.”
    “He loves me, not you.”
    “He’ll forget about all of that once he’s inside of me.”
    “Rape—what a turn on.”
    “It won’t be rape,” she said as she glared at her.
    “No. I love him and he loves me. You can break my face but it wouldn’t change a thing. He’ll still choose me over you.”
    “Really?” she asked with a smile. She pulled out her phone then pressed a button. A video started to play. It showed Coen on top of her, thrusting inside of her. She knew it was him by his tattoo. The sight broke her heart but she hid the pain on her face, not giving her any satisfaction. “That was from yesterday.”
    “He was with me all day.”
    “And what about all night?”
    “He slept in my arms.”
    She shook her head. “Poor girl. He’s been chasing tail this whole time. You actually thought he cared for you? He’s been sleeping around since you got together.”
    “Liar.”
    “I wish I were.”
    Sydney reached for her bag but Audrey stepped on it. “Move,” she snapped.
    “No.”
    Sydney wanted to hit her, but she had to wait for her to throw the first punch. If not, it wouldn’t be self-defense. “Coen told me I was the best he ever had.”
    “He said the same thing to me.”
    “Another lie.”
    “Break up with him.”
    “I would rather die.”
    Audrey removed her foot then stepped closer to her. Sydney didn’t back down. She wa ited for her to make a move, slamming her fist against her face. She wanted it more than anything. As soon as she did, Sydney would put this bitch in her place.
    “Sydney!”
    Sydney sighed in frustration. She wanted this fight to happen.
    Coen ran toward her with Henry right behind her. He pushed Audrey out of the way then wrapped his arms around her. “Are you okay?”
    “I’m fine,” she said as she pushed him out of the way. She stepped up to Audrey. “Do you have anything else to say to me?”
    “Do what I say, bitch. You’ll regret it if you don’t.”
    “No. Coen is mine. It’s not my fault that you couldn’t keep your legs closed.” She grabbed her bag then placed it over her shoulder. Audrey glared at her for a moment before she walked away.
    Coen pressed his face against Audrey’s. “You touch her, I’ll kill you.” He glared at her then walked next to Sydney with Henry on her other side.
    Henry looked concerned. “Are you okay?”
    “I’m fine,” she said as she walked forward.
    “Did she hurt you?” Coen asked.
    “She could never.”
    “Maybe we should talk to someone,” Coen said. “She’s actually stalking you.”
    “No,” she said. “I can handle it.”
    “I hate this. I’m so sorry,” he said as he squeezed her hand. “I understand if you don’t want to be with me anymore.”
    “That would never happen, Coen. I love you. I’ll fight forever for you.”
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