prologue
LUKAS
What doyou do when you find the boyfriend of the girl you’re crushing on—who doesn't know you exist—kissing a girl who isn’t her?
That’s where I find myself. And not on purpose either.
I’m trying to find a bathroom and knowing Zara—my younger sister—isn’t going to want to leave the stands until after her idols skate. Instead, I find two people sucking each other’s faces off. They break apart when they hear my footsteps on the linoleum floors.
I school my expression into one of indifference, knowing full well that you don’t find a secluded spot in a crowded place,unlessyou’re trying to hide something like kissing a girl that isn’t your partner and girlfriend.
Zara had shown me enough articles and videos, and we’d been to enough meets that I recognized these two in front of me. I felt the muscles across my back tense in anger, and he had the audacity to shrug as if to saywhat can I say.
Did Aimee know? Did she know that the guy who was her boyfriend and partner was hiding away kissing another girl, before the biggest performance of their career?
I was guessing, probably not.
“You won’t say anything right?” the girl’s voice asked.
If their actions hadn’t already proven they were sneaking, her question sealed it. I felt my hand clench into a fist, shot them a scathing look, and went to find my sister.
CHAPTER 1
aimee
In 20 minutes,our futures would be decided.
We’d either be Olympians, or I’d be going home to cry and wallow in self-pity for a month straight. Well, maybe not a month, but there would definitely be ice cream, tears and wallowing.
“You’re going to be perfect, sweetie,” my mom said, kissing my forehead.
Dad wrapped his arms around both of us and squeezed. Then, it was my brother—Orion and his girlfriend, Annalise’s turn. I waved them away, to go sit. Asher would be here soon, and then we’d warm up, and get ready. I took a few steps out of the lobby and into the rink area.
My phone vibrated and the group chat my bestie Eloise created popped up.
Smut Sluts
Val named the conversation “Smut Sluts”.
Eloise
I can’t believe I have to work and miss you making history!
Rowan
Today’s the day!
Isabella
Coffee date on campus once you make the team!
The boys also wanted me to tell you good luck!
Smut Sluts? Really Val?
Cami
You’re going to knock the judges socks off!
