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Claim: I do own Vincent, Valarie, Bridget and Red x Parents.
Enjoy! (also i am still working on my other story Over Everything)
Kori Anders (Starfire): Story told by her
Xavier Red (Red X): Kori current boyfriend
Vincent Red: Xavier older Brother
Bridget Rice: Some girl
Mr. & Mrs. Red: Vincent & Xavier parents
Valarie: Vincent's Girlfriend
Richard Grayson (Robin): Xavier Rival, Kori next boyfriend
Chapter 1
"NO!" I shouted at the top of my lungs. "Stop, Xavier. Please STOP!" He kept on kissing me as if my cries for him to stop were me saying to kept going. "I mean it!" I Yelled pushing him back to the driver's side of my crystal black Acura RDX.
He looked at me in anger, "What's your problem? I thought you wanted this as much as me Kori! I took all this time planning…"
"Planning what?" I cut in with disgust." We are at a rest stop in my jeep, parked besides a pick-up truck with a Rottweiler tied to the back of it, barking loudly I might add, on the way to your brother's college football game." I calmed down a little. "I mean really Xavier, how much of this did you actually plan?" As I talked, I was buttoning my pants and fixing the unbuckled belt. My boyfriend of two years was doing the same. It was more than clear that he was furious that I had stopped out ten minutes of passion.
"Damn it Kori… I thought you wanted this. I thought you wanted me. We've been dating since we were sophomores. Its senior year and… well… I must say that I need more from our relationship. This is… unacceptable." He said in a stern voice as he started the car.
Tears rolled down my tanned cheeks as he began driving again. 'Unacceptable,' I thought to myself. How could he say that to me with such… such seriousness? Did he think that all we had could be easily thrown away if we didn't have sex? Was he threating to leave me if I did not submit?
Look down get me wrong, I love him. Not only have I liked him since eighth grade, but so has every other girl in our school… correcting out city. Well, except for my three friends, that is. They love and respect me too much to even think of messing with Xavier. Plus, they all have boyfriends of their own.
Why would my guy, Xavier Red? Oh, well that's easy. Who would not like a 6'0", 185 pound toned body, with a nice tanned skin, black wavy hair, 20/20 vision and a drop dead smile. What more could a girl ask for when her guy looks like that? But, if that is not enough to get your attention, he is also one of the most popular boys in Gotham High; also he is the star lining back of our football team. On top of that, he's an honor student. Now tell me that doesn't get your attention.
That's one of the reason people think we are the hottest couple around. I'm one of the Captains on the cheerleading team, president of the honor society, vice president of the student government association, senior editor of our newspaper staff, and a debutante. (A.N.: A debutante is a young woman making her formal entrance into society."
Honestly, I'm looking forward to early April when the Civic Organization, the Links Incorporated, presents fifty seniors from Gotham to a coming out ball. At first, I doubted that I would get selected. After all, only one hundred fifty girls submitted applications to be chosen as a part of this elite group. It is totally a big deal in our city. Most of my friends said that I would be chosen, not because of my accomplishments, but because my mother has been a member of the Links organization for twelve years. But, my mother told me not to assume anything. I did not know if I had made it until I got a letter of acceptance in the mail.
Anyway, back to me and Xavier. We had been driving for about twenty-five miles, and neither of us said a word. We just listed to the radio playing 'Till we get it right by Bei Major'. Honestly I couldn't believe he was acting like this. It was not the first time I told him no. we had come close many, many, many times before, unfortunately, but he always said he understood.
I'm still a virgin and I want to stay that way until I am married. My customs it wants makes me feel this way. I know I must wait. It is just my heart that I am having trouble with. My feelings are so strong for Xavier that I feel like a popsicle on a hot summer day. This is my struggle. I do not lead him on intentionally. Whenever I am in his arms, I want him as much as he wants me.
"So are you gonna talk to me, or what?" I asked in a pitiful voice, sounding like a baby.
"Got nothing to say" He stated still annoyed with me. "I'm just trying to get us to the game without an argument. So please don't start with me."
All I could do was look out the window, up to the sky. It was such a lovely day, too beautiful to be down. The end of August is usually very hot. It had rain the past few days causing the atmosphere to cool down. It was seventy-four degrees, and not a cloud to be found, a great day for conference football. Xavier older brother, Vincent, was really good at football. He was a senior are the University at Albany. At 6'2" two hundred thirty one pounds, this inside linebacker was the top candidate for the Dick Butkus award going into the season. Form what I heard that is the highest honor given to an NCAA division 1A defensive linebacker. Also, a lot of NFL scouts would be at this game watching him.
Xavier truly admires his brother. Sometimes it makes me sick to see how much pressure he puts on himself to be like Vincent, or to be better.
The game was not only about Vincent. Xavier had special interest in it as well. He was being recruited by Albany since he was projected to have a thousand yard rushing season, and it doesn't hurt that Vincent goes there too. He was also looking into Jump University because Jet Jackson, Xavier all-time favorite player, played there. He would always about how a great athlete he was. I would not know since I'm not that into sport. I just yell and scream, especially when my boyfriend carries the ball.
This was the first of two visits that Albany had set up with Xavier. He got to bring his parents and a guest to tour the athletic facilities, have lunch and watch the game. Then sometime is fall he would get to stay overnight. That's when he will meet the head coach, hang out with the players, visit the guidance counselor, and tour the campus.
Also if you're wondering where he parents are, we are gonna get them there. They left early that morning to have breakfast with Vincent.
As we exited off the interstate, I just felt uneasy. I didn't want to be around his parents when it was clear we're having problems. Nor did I want him to be so mad at me that everyone would notice it. So, I tried again to break the ice. This time before I spoke I prayed to X'hal.
"Xavier, I know you're upset, and you should be. I did get you as worked up as you got me. But we both made a commitment long ago to wait... and I want to stick to it. Don't be mad at me for waiting. I mean, it's not like I stopped because I don't love you."
I could tell my words were sinking in. his whole appearance changed. He didn't appear to be so uptight anymore. Noticing his pleasant change, I took the liberty of making a statement that I knew he would love to hear. "Sweetie, you know I want you to be my first," I sweetly said into his ear.
"Yeah, I thought you did," in a teddy bear voice.
"I just want to make you're my only. Remember, I love you that much!"
"And Kori… I love you too! It's just... getting hard. What can I say? Dang, I'm a growing man and my needs are changing. I am trying to keep them in check. But when you rub me like that and say those things you whisper in my ear… I can't control anything." he said.
I felt like we really connected, He was honest with me and I appreciate that. I just feel glad that he is able to let out his feelings. And I mine. I learned a long time ago that keeping thing bottled up only makes for a super big explosion sooner or later.
This seems really weird. All there college women dressed in uniforms practically flirting with these young high school boys. If another one comes prancing over here to my man, I'm gonna…
"Oh my Gosh, you're Xavier Red, Vincent's little brother. I've been waiting all morning to meet you," this absolutely gorgeous girl said, fawning over my guy. "I'm Bridget Rice, You're recruit!" She sneaked excitedly. "Why don't I give you and Mr. Red a tour. I know you both probably seen everything. After all, our best defensive player, number fifty five, is your relative. However, we have several new things that Coach Allen has added this season and you have absolutely must see them."
Mr. Red responding, "Sure, we'd love to check them out."
Xavier smiled continually as this Bridget girl and just nodded his happy head as to give an approval of her idea. He was practical drooling, clearly overjoyed that she was his hostess. Mrs. Red and I just stood together on the other side of her. She then turned to us and stared. I'd swear this chick was sizing me up.
"Well, I'm sure your lovely mother and adorable little sister want to stay here in the recruiting room," she said positively as if I could be nothing more. I walked over to Xavier and unnoticeably tried to tap him so he would speak up but his mother notice and chuckled. We have been tight for years, it seemed like she always had my back.
"Oh, that's not his sister honey." His mother stated with pride.
Xavier came out of his daze and said, "Uh no, this is my girlfriend, Kori."
"Ko-ri," She uttered almost sarcastically while she extended hey beige colored hand. "It's nice to meet you. Wow, you must be the luckiest girl in your school."
"Shoot, no ma'am! He's the lucky one. Not only is she smart, but her daddy is rich too," Mr. Red said jokingly.
Truthfully, I don't know why everyone always assumes that we're rich. My father is the first and only Tamaranean automobile dealer in town. He owns an Acura dealership that he inherited from his dad, who founded the ATDA, Acura Tamaran Dealer Association. Though my grandpa is still alive, he retired and move the suburbs of New York with my grandmother. Sure we have money and all, buy by the words of my father 'By no means are we rich.' We do live in the nicest neighborhood in Gotham. As the three of them walked away I asked, "Mrs. Red, who are these girls?"
The two of is sat at a nearby table. "Oh, they are called Albany Girls. They're the official hostesses for the football team. The university uses them to help entice these boys to their school. And of I'm not mistaken, almost every major division one school has similar organization. The majority of these girls do a classy job, but it's clear that all do not. Miss Bridget has another plan. She's a bit too… friendly. Actually I thought Vincent's Girlfriend, Valarie (Val), would be Xavier hostess. She is an officer in this group."
She smiled at the thought of her sons dating successful woman. "You've met her, right Kori?" She asked while scanning the room looking for Val.
"Yes ma'am," I said remembering the day," at your home this summer, for your Fourth of July picnic. We really didn't get a chance to talk, but she seemed nice.
"I like her a lot. She wants to be a dentist and hopefully have her own practice. Plus, she always there for my baby! I've ruled out the fact that she is only with him because of his success. Mr. Red and I met her parents at the game last year and they were very sweet people. She only had one flaw." Her smiling went to a frown.
"What's that?"
"She's an AKA" his mother blurted out.
His mother is a treasurer of the DSTA (Delta Sigma Theta Alumnae). There was a rivalry between the two that I didn't quite understand. I tried asking my mother about it and she told me that I would understand when and if I pledge myself.
An hour passed and neither Xavier, his father, nor Bridget was back. The game would be starting soon. I caught myself getting paranoid. 'What if wants to date his pretty hostess? How will he break it to me?' I shook my head. 'No, that can't be the case our love is too strong,' I told myself to ease my worry.
His mother had gone to the bathroom. When she returned Val was with her. It does feel good to be starting my last year of high school, but I imagine Val has got to be on top of the world. A senior in college! I just pray that X'hal grants me the opportunity to feel the same joy one day.
"Look who I ran into the ladies room," Mrs. Red said excitedly "Valarie, you remember Kori, Xavier's friends? Well, she's joining us this visit."
She smiled at me, "How've you been?"
"Great. Thanks for asking. And you?"
"Things are pretty good. I was telling Mrs. Red that she doesn't have to worry about our hostess Bridget coming on to het younger son." Val commented.
"How can you be so sure?" I quickly said in a disturbed tone.
"Well, ask anyone here and they'll tell you. Bridget is after Vincent. She's always going to the dorm, leaving notes on his car. The girl sent him flowers last week on the first day of school. She's just hoping Xavier and Mr. Red will in a good word for her." She uttered in disgust.
The three of us kept talking about how outrageous some women can be when they decide they want someone else's man. I didn't believe we were gossiping because we really weren't talking about anyone in particular just you know girl talk.
I guess you can say Val became our hostess. Xavier took it upon himself to sit beside Bridget the whole game. This boy got some nerve. He never asked me if it was OK. But, they sat two rows ahead of us so I was able to make sure things didn't get out of hand between the two.
At halftime Xavier family seems to be extremely pleased with Vincent. He had two sacks and a forced fumble. The team was also ahead of the other team by twenty one points. All of the recruits were on the field, watching as the guys warmed up. Some of the special recruits got to go in the locker room. Xavier was one of the chosen few. Val told us that if they are picked to go in at break then the coach wants to make a good impression.
During the middle of the third quarter, Xavier came back towards us. He came right over to where I was sitting with Val and his parents and introduced this really cute guy.
"Hey, everyone. Meet my newfound friend, Richard Grayson. He was in the locker room with me," he announced with a fake smile.
"Rickard Grayson?" Mr. Red in a investigating tone, "Ahh, this is Jump High's star halfback. Son, this is your competition, when it comes to stats and all. Say, Richard, how many yards are you planning on running this year?"
"Honestly, I don't know sir. Has many as I can." Richard answers respectfully.
Xavier didn't like this guy. It was obvious even when he was introducing us to Richard. Something about him reminded me of Xavier. Richard was only 2" taller then Xavier and had blue eye while Xavier had grey eyes. Either of us expected Richard response when Xavier introduces me as his lady. When I reached out my hand to shake his, he gently took my fingers and gently kissed them.
I felt like I could faint into his arms. If my heart didn't belong to Xavier I mean. And if Xavier looked any madder, steam would have been shooting out his ears. At least I know he could still get jealous.
As I lay in the passenger side of my car just to relax. It had been such a trying day. The sunroof was open and I reclined the set, adoring the clear starry night. Xavier and Vincent had gone for a walk so they could catch up on a few things. I told him to meet me at the car,
About five minutes later, I heard Xavier and Vincent coming to the car. They couldn't see me since I had the seat reclined. Just as I started to raise up and say something, I frozen by the words Xavier said.
"I don't know man." Xavier stated with concern, "My thing with Kori is getting a little old. I do love her and all, but…"
Vincent cut in, "You want to have sex with her?"
"Hell yea I do! I mean we be together for two whole years man." I was disappointed.
He continued, "I've played along with this 'wait till we're married' stuff for long enough. She knows I'm there for her. This is just… unacceptable."
There it was again, the phrase that puts a lump in my throat. "X'hal," I whisper to the sky. I closed the sunroof and rolled down the window. Both the boys looked surprised to see me. "Hey guys," I said looking tired.
"Kori… we didn't know you were in there. What were you doing all this time?" Vincent ask trying to see if I heard them.
"Oh, I was just dozing," I said lying to them
They said their good byes, and I hug Vincent. X'hal knows I wanted to go off on both of them, but, I remained silence. The ride home was the same as the ride here, nothing but silence and music playing. I felt so confused, if Xavier loved me the way I loved him, then why would he say that? I tired answering it myself, but when we got back to Gotham I still had nothing. All I knew was that our relationship was dramatically different.
So what Do you think?
How you feeling about X right about now?
Also what do you think it gonna happen?
A. Xavier leaves Kori
B. Kori leaves Xavier
C. They both live happily together
d. Xavier Cheats on her
Please leave review. I want to know if i should continue
