" Unconditional love never fails any test. It can struggle but the bond will never be broken"🍁

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No one's P.O.V.

"What? A secret admirer!! He's a psychopath", Kimberley shouted in high pitch. Kyler frowned.

"Shout even more. My ears are still not bleeding", Kyler commented and she rolled her eyes.

"Why didn't you tell me this at school?", She asked.

"You're always with Bryce. I couldn't tell you that in front of her", he said as he took the support of his car.

"I don't stay with her all the time. You don't have to come to my house. You could have just called", she reasoned out. Kyler left a deep sigh.

This girl is impossible.

Kyler and Kimberley were standing in the parking outside Kimberly's house. He told her about the secret so-called admirer of Bryce and his deeds.

"Now tell me. Are you going to help me in finding out that guy? We've to save Bryce", Kyler said.

"Bryce is my dearest friend. I can save her but if you're so persistent in tagging along, then what can I do?", She said and he scowled.

"She's my crush for crying out loud", Kyler said and Kimberley chuckled.

"The whole school knows that", She said with a smirk playing over her lips.

"Do you have any plan?", He asked. She left a deep sigh as she looked in front to the infinity. She looked in some deep thoughts.

"I have networks. So, finding out that weirdo wouldn't be that difficult. But what are you going to do if you will find out him?", She asked.

"I'll beat him for destroying my bike. No one can touch my bike", I said and she shook her head.

"Boys and their love for their vehicles", she said and Kyler ignored her comment. Though she just stated the fact but Kyler can't stand her friendly side.

"Okay. Give me one day and I'll find him out", she assured him. He looked at her and just nodded. He doesn't have any option but to trust her. Kimberley is the social queen of the school. If she can't find that secret admirer then no one can.

"Fine. I'll see you in the school tomorrow", Kyler told her and she nodded. He climbed inside his car and drove back home.

Let's hope we reach that guy soon, he thought.

It was eleven at night. Kyler was scrolling social media aimlessly. He found a meme on introverts. His hands moved to share the quote with Bryce out of reflex but his mind stopped him. Why should he text her? She didn't even invite him to her brother's birthday party even though he treats her so well. He's ready to join hands with Kimberley, the girl he dislikes only for sake of Bryce and his crush didn't even bother to call him. He ignored the messages Bryce send him later in the evening because the damage was already done.

His mobile rang out of blue. He was startled at first but then calmed his senses the other second. It was from Kimberley.

A few hours have passed away since he met her and she already has found the clue!, A thought passed his mind.

"Hello", he said picking up the call.

"I've found him", Kimberley said. She sounded sad.

"Who is he?", Kyler asked.

"Nate Winston", she said with a sigh.

"Your friend, Nate!", Kyler asked again as he couldn't believe his ears. A shy, timid-looking guy can harm others was not something he was expecting. He couldn't even imagine that.

"I'm sad to announce but yeah I am friends with the wrong person. Nate is obsessed with Bryce. I'm sending you something. Watch that", Kimberley said.

"Okay", Kyler replied. He hangs up the call and waited for her message. Kimberley sends him a video clip.

Kyler started the video. It was Nate's room. His eyes widened as he saw Bryce's candid pictures pasted on Nate's bedroom wall. His room was filled with her pictures. All pictures were taken from a distance and that too without Bryce's consent. Bryce has been stalked to a high level. Kyler's concern increases even more. He immediately dialled Kimberley again.

"We need to take some action asap", he spoke as soon as she picked up the call.

"I've a plan", she said.

"I'll do anything to keep Bryce safe", he said and Kimberley told him the plan.

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Kyler parked his repaired bike at another parking spot other than Bryce as per Kimberley's instructions. He's supposed to ignore Bryce. That won't be difficult because he's already mad at her for not inviting him to her brother's birthday party.

I'll kill that bastard if he touched my bike again, he thought.

Kyler noticed Bryce standing at the school entrance. She was looking at him. He avoided eye contact. To make sure, he seems busy, he wore his earphones and stared at his mobile screen as he walked past her. His heart was beating rapidly against his chest. He knew if he'll ignore her, she'll never even try. 

But he was surprised as Bryce stopped him and apologized to him. That's new. He doesn't know how to react when Bryce gave him attention.

"I'm so sorry Kyler. I have no intention of hurting you", Bryce asked genuinely for forgiveness. Her innocent face melted away his anger. He can never stay mad at her for too long.

Kyler wanted to forgive her but he saw Nate looking at them from a distance. He didn't give Bryce a satisfactory answer. He kept on playing hard to get. Nate joined him and Bryce. Kyler acted cold in front of him and walked out of there. He wanted to punch that guy on his face but he has to wait for some time.

Just hang in there Bryce. I'll come back to you.

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"What? Are you crazy? I can't flirt with anyone", Kyler shouted. He gave death glares to Kimberley.

"I asked you to act. This is part of our plan", she said and he rolled his eyes.

"Your plans are stupid and pathetic. Can't you see how lonely Bryce is? Such a friend, you're", he snarked.

"You out of all people don't have the right to teach me the lesson of friendship. I adore Bryce more than you. So shut up and do as I say. One of us has a brain and that's me. Why don't you just use your handsome face good for nothing to be useful for once?", She said giving him a tight smile.

"Only if you're not her friend, I'd have taught you a good lesson", Kyler told her.

"Feelings are mutual from my side as well", she spoke and he sighed.

How can I like Bryce so much? I've to undergo so much trauma because of my stupid heart.

Kyler and Kimberley walked to the canteen where Nate was sitting with his friends. Once they spotted him, Kimberley nudged Kyler. 

"Lilly Aniston is sitting alone. Go and talk to her. I'll take care of rest", she said.

"What am I supposed to say to her?", He asked.

"She loves anime. Just say anything stupid to gain attention. That's an easy thing for you. Your words never make sense anyway", she said and he glared at her.

"Go to hell", he told her.

"See you there as well", she said and he ignored her.

There's no point talking to her, he thought.

Kyler walked over to Lilly and sliding a chair next to her, he sat down. Lilly was astonished to see a handsome guy giving her company. Despite being a beautiful and popular girl, she's an introverted and shy girl at heart whose world revolves around anime.

"Hey Lilly", Kyler initiate the conversation. He noticed Nate observing him and Lilly.

About five minutes into the conversation with Lilly, Bryce walked inside the canteen along with Kimberley. Her style statement hoodie was over her head. A few loose strands of hair were lying carelessly on both sides of her face. She adjusted her glasses over the bridge of her nose as she glanced at him. Her black beautiful onyx eyes were speaking so much.

He's used to her silence after all.

Her simplicity pulled his heart towards her. The beautiful girl Lilly sitting next to him seemed ordinary all of a sudden. He saw Bryce making her way towards him. A sense of excitement and nervousness both erupted in his system. He wanted to talk to her badly but he must ignore her. He doesn't want to hurt her but he's compelled to do so.

They say you can't plan life. It's unpredictable and when life happens, you're bound to act accordingly. We act according to our life not otherwise. 

Bryce had a small argument with Claire and he started bullying her. Kimberley and Kyler both were watching this. Nate witnessed it as well. In response, Kyler started the fight with Claire. Nate left the canteen alone and Kimberley followed him secretly. She wanted to see what Nate will do now. Unaware of his actions, she decided to spy on him.

When they say you're rich if you've true friends, they're not lying.

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Kyler left the principal office after writing an apology letter. Jimmy called him for some help. He walked to school parking where his friends were sitting. Kenneth, Hana, Melissa and Jimmy were waiting for him.

"Hey. Are you alright?", Hana asked as she gave her an ice-cold pack.

"Yes. I'm fine. Thank you", he replied as he took the ice pack and placed it over his swollen lips. He sighed in relief as the pain subsided.

"I told you that girl is not good for your health. Yet, you never hear me", Melissa complained.

"Bryce is worth it", Kyler replied. 

"No, she's not. She doesn't even like you back", Hana commented. Kyler stayed quiet.

His feelings can't cease just because they're not reciprocated back by Bryce.

"Why did you ask me to come?", He diverted his attention to Jimmy.

"Umm, I want your help. I have got a crush on someone and you have to be my wingman", he said. Kyler glanced at Jimmy and then the rest of the group. Everyone except Jimmy was smirking.

"Who is your crush?", Kyler asked.

"Your best friend, Kimberley", Kenneth mocked and everyone laughed.

"What? That weirdo! Out of all the people you found her crush worthy. She's the sister of Voldemort", Kyler yelled and everyone scowled.

"Dramatic much", Melisa commented.

"I can handle her. I know you're not on good terms with her but at least you guys talk", Jimmy reasoned out.

"Talk! Right. If insulting each other is talking then we talk a lot", Kyler said. Jimmy looked gloomy. He didn't like Kyler's answer. 

Seeing his friend this sad, Kyler gave in. No matter how much he hates Kimberley, she's helping him for sake of Bryce. She's a pain in the head but she's a good heart for people she cares about.

"Fine. I'll introduce you both", Kyler said and Jimmy's smile was back on his face.

"Really! Thank you so much, bro. You're the best", he said and Kyler just nodded.

"I know", Kyler replied with a smirk.

He was talking to his friends when he saw Bryce walking out of the school with her eyes fixed on the ground. She looked sad. He left his friends behind and followed her from a distance. She walked to her car and stood there. She took out her mobile and stared at her screen.

He saw her typing something on her mobile. In about two seconds, his mobile rang with a notification. It was from Bryce. She texted him.

"Are you alright? Are you hurt? I'm sorry for causing you trouble"~B.

He read the text but didn't reply to her. She stared at her mobile for some more time and then climbing back into her car, she drove away.

Sorry for ignoring you, Bryce.

TO BE CONTINUED...

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