Chapter 2 Monday morning meant one thing collecting homework . Lucas was always a troublemaker . And true to form , he looked the teachers assistant dead in the eye and said , Didnt do it . Back then , Lucas would always listen to me . Everyone knew that so whenever he acted up , theyd always come tattling to me . Today was no different , except they couldnt even find Lucas . Because the moment class ended , hed rushed off to find Lila . Hey , Sophie … Lucas didnt turn in his homework again , and we cant find him anywhere . Could you- Just hand it to the teacher , I said with a forced smile . And if he skips again , dont come to me . They exchanged a glance , then nodded . After all , the rumors that he was dating Lila seemed to be true . And with my attitude , they became even more convinced . I kept my head down and went back to my test paper . Before Lila appeared , I used to imagine Lucas and I applying to Oxford together . Now … Im going to get there on my own . Lucas didnt show up for the entire study session . The teacher sitting at the front of the room frowned . Wheres Lucas Brooks ? Every head in the room turned toward me , but I never once lifted my head . During the second period , Lucas finally returned . He sat at his desk in silence , until someone told him the teacher wanted him in the office . 16.10 No More Chussing My Crush . How Fate Played Cupid With Me Chapter 2 Only then did he snap out of it . As he passed by me , he paused for a second . I didnt look up because I was working on the hardest math problem the kind where I always got stuck on the final question . Eventually , I solved it . My best friend Verla Hart leaned over cautiously and whispered , Hey … whats going on with you and Lucas ? Nothing , I replied calmly . Seriously ? But you used to freak out more than anyone whenever he skipped class or blew off homework . Verla looked utterly unconvinced . I paused for a moment , then told her , That was before . Im not looking after him anymore . Oh ! She covered her mouth in surprise . So the rumors true ? Hes really with Lila ? I kept my eyes down and said nothing . After the second period bell rang , Lucas strolled lazily back into the classroom . A little while later . I received a note : Leave without me after school Reading this , I put it away with a neutral expression and went back to my test . The classroom was packed and noisy by the end of the day . I was still stuffing papers into my bag when everything suddenly fell silent . Following Verlas startled gasp , I looked toward the door . Lila stood there , tilting her head slightly and crooking her finger at Lucas before walking away . I couldnt help but look in Lucass direction . He smiled indulgently , then followed her out . And just like that , the classroom erupted with chatter and gossip . Holy shit , so its true ! plated Cupid With Me 1.2 % Chapter 2 I always thought Lucas and Sophie made a perfect pair the bad boy and the smart good girl . But now , bad boy and dancer seems even better . Dont be such a clingy weed , dude . Honestly , I just feel bad for Sophie . They grew up together , didnt they ? See ? Childhood bonds really cant compete with new love at first sight . Verla pressed her lips together , trying to comfort me . I slung my bag over my shoulder , even though my chest felt like it had been split open . But I forced myself to smile . I couldnt cry . I couldnt let anyone see how devastated I was , or Id become the laughingstock of the entire school by tomorrow . Lucas and I were only ever friends . Im heading out now . See you tomorrow . Concern still lingered in her eyes as she waved goodbye . Yeah … see you . Be careful , okay ? Once I left the noisy campus , I gripped my backpack straps tightly and clenched my jaw . But the tears fell anyway , my chest tight with pain . How did he just … fall for someone else ? My vision blurred , yet I could still hear his confident , arrogant voice echoing in my ears : Lucas Brooks can handle anything . And Sophie Turners mine to protect forever . ( 4 ) ( 0 ) Title: CEO's Wife Spoiled by Three Big Shot Brothers Author: CrushReel Genre: Romance, Billionaire, CEO, Sweet Romance, Modern, Romantic, Hidden Feelings, Office Status: ongoing In "CEO's Wife Spoiled by Three Big Shot Brothers" by CrushReel, a twist of fate leads the daughter of a wealthy family to grow up in the care of another. Upon discovering her true lineage, she returns to her biological family and finds herself embraced by three influential brothers. Caught between two worlds, our protagonist navigates hidden emotions and familial bonds that transcend wealth and status. As she unravels the secrets of her past, love blossoms amidst the backdrop of corporate intrigue and personal growth. 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