CHAPTER 25- Broken hearted

Craig POV

I went back to school, feeling like a zombie. I had just dumped Kate and she ran off, probably running into Ben's arms. I slouched into Math, feeling like I had been run over with a truck. Ashley looked over at me, concerned.

"Where were you all day? Marco told me something happened..." Ashley whispered.

"Kate and I broke up. And by the way, Kate is back with her ex." I said.

"What? You don't know that for sure. Kate could be at home, crying or something." Ashley replied.

"Okay, fine. I'll go after school and talk to her. I can't believe how stupid I acted. Ben is no threat. I love her, and she loves me." I said.

Ashley nodded and turned back to her work.

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Manny POV

This week had been the best week. Jimmy was sweeter than ever, and he still had no idea about Spinner and me. Spinner kept giving me the eye, but I avoided him at all costs. Until Spinner got me alone when Jimmy had to go to basketball practice. He blew warm air into my ear.

"Spinner, get away." I said.

"Baby, don't tell me you're not as horny as I am." Spinner said.

"Uh, sorry, no. I'm in love with Jimmy. Back off." I said.

"Okay. Fine. But, I think you left something of yours in my car." Spinner said.

"What?" I asked.

"Your bikini top." He said sexily.

I giggled, but stopped.

"Spinner, just keep it. As a souvenir." I said.

"Jimmy would never have to know. He has basketball practice and I have my car, parked right outside." He whispered.

"I...I can't. It was different when Jimmy was gone, but now he's here. I'm sorry." I said softly.

I got up and walked away, as Spinner checked me out. I turned and raised my eyebrows at him. He shrugged.

"I'm addicted to you, Manny." He said.

"Who am I to deny you myself?" I asked.

Like crazed people, we dashed out to the parking lot as fast as we could.

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Kate POV

Ben and I went back to my house to pack before my mom discovered what we were doing. I hadn't really unpacked, so I had a lot of spare time to spend with Ben.

"Ben?" I asked.

"Yes, sweetheart?" he asked.

"I want to have a long engagement. I don't want to get married until after college." I said.

"Okay. Whatever you want, you can have it." He replied.

I grinned. Ben nuzzled his chin against my cheek. I backed away.

"Ouch, shave Ben!" I said.

"You always loved my stubble before." He said.

I thought of Craig's smooth face and softened. No. Craig was a jerk, a loser, and I was engaged. I turned back to Ben.

"I still do." I replied.

I kissed him deeply.

"We should go back to the hotel. My mom will be home." I said.

"I'll get these boxes. Can you go downstairs and open my trunk?" he asked.

"Sure." I replied.

I went downstairs and was about to open the door when the doorbell rang. I answered it.

"Kate. Please, we have to talk. I am truly sorry for what I said. I should have trusted you. I know that I can't offer you what Ben can, but I need you." Craig said.

I looked at him, heartbroken.

"Craig, I went to Ben after we fought, and we're...moving. To LA next week." I said.

I showed him my ring.

"He proposed." I said.

"Not only are you dumping me and leaving me, but now you're marrying him? How could you?" Craig cried.

"Craig, I am so sorry. I didn't plan for it to happen. I..." I trailed off.

Ben came up behind me and looked at Craig.

"Craig." He said.

"You are an asshole. And you, Kate, are the most horrible person...." Craig broke off, crying.

He ran to his car and drove away. I let a sob escape me and ran into the house. Ben chased after me, and dropped the box he was carrying. He followed me into the bathroom.

"Kate, don't believe anything Craig said to you. You are the sweetest, most perfect person I have ever met. It had to end sometime. Don't feel guilty." He said.

He gently kissed me on the lips and smoothed my hair.

"I have a surprise for you. I was going to save it, but now seems like a good time." Ben said.

I looked at him.

"It's great. You're going to love it." He said excitedly.

He reached into his pocket and pulled out a delicate diamond necklace. I gasped.

"Ben, it's beautiful. Thank you." I breathed.

"Turn around." He said.

I turned and pulled my hair off my neck. He fastened the clasp and kissed my neck.

"You can wear it when I take you out to dinner tonight at the best restaurant in town." Ben said.

"Ben, I'm so glad you're here to cheer me up." I said.

"I'm so glad you're here to make my life better." Ben replied.

I looked at him in the mirror. I thought of Craig, and my heart dropped. But I swallowed and put Craig out of my mind. I had Ben now, and Craig hated me.

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Jimmy POV

I had just finished basketball practice and was looking for Manny. I searched all over and decided to check the parking lot. I passed Spinner's car and I saw two people inside, definitely not just making out. I decided to humiliate Spinner by knocking on the window. Two people, startled, looked back at me. Manny's frightened face looked at mine. I stood there in shock, then angrily ripped open the door and yanking Manny out.

"Spinner! You asshole! You're raping my girlfriend!" I shouted.

Spinner jumped out and was silent. I looked at Manny, who was in tears.

"You're not raping her. She's the girl you were scoring with every night. And Manny, you told me you loved me. When I called you, you said you had to leave, then went around with my best friend. Oh god." I said in shock.

Manny was sobbing.

"Jimmy, you don't understand. I do love you. Spinner..." she said.

"Just screws you?" I yelled.

Manny grabbed my arm and I flung it off.

"I hate both of you." I shouted.

I ran off and left them both staring after me.

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