Kate's POV:
The first weekend after school began was sunny—a perfect day to see someone I wanted to meet, like Javier.
I knew he was still upset about me dating other boys. The fact that I had options made him feel insecure.
However, I believed our separation was temporary. He couldn't stay cold towards me forever. I'm attractive and confident, plus our parents are business partners.
I sent him a message with confidence.
Kate: Javier, I'll be at Dear Irving tonight. I promise, you'll be the only boy with me.
Dear Irving was our usual bar. As expected, Javier replied quickly, but not with the response I had hoped for.
Javier: I'm not going. Find someone else.
I tossed the dress aside and glared at my phone, unable to understand why he had refused me. As far as I knew, he was home to
