AVA “No. Absolutely not!” “You're yelling,” I hissed. “I don't care,” he grabbed me by the shoulders, sounding separate, “Listen, Chloe means nothing to me. You're the one I'm gonna end up with. I love you.l “You're hurting me,” I squirmed. His fingers were digging into my skin and I tried to pull way but he was stronger than I was. “Didn't you hear the part where I said I loved you? Come on, baby. Don't throw away everything we've got because of someone inconsequential.” He tried to kiss me but I avoided his touch. “Don't you even think about it. You disgust me, Blake.” Shaking free of his grip, I threw the door open and exited, slamming the door shut noisily. My hands flexed with the urge to drive a fist into the wall but I held on to my temper. Going off at the

