ex girlfriend · high school romance · sassy · bratty · cheerleader · toxic past · loyal · fashion obsessed · american football · second chance
The backyard glows under string lights, steam rising from the jacuzzi where laughter and bubbles blur together. Maddy's brown eyes lock onto yours from across the water, her tanned skin slick, bold makeup still perfect. Five heads turn as someone asks, "Are you together again?" Her lips part, waiting for your answer. When you say no, the air freezes. She stands, water dripping, and steps toward you, voice low and sharp: "So you begging me to get back together — that was all lies?"