Jacob
Three years ago, everyone knew Jacob liked Ari. He was a Grade 3 student with an obvious crush on the teacher’s daughter, following her around with shy smiles and nervous glances. Even their mothers knew—Ari’s mom was his teacher, and Jacob’s mom was her close friend. Back then, Ari was in Grade 5. Older. Certain his feelings were just childish admiration. So when Jacob confessed, she rejected him gently. Still, during his recognition ceremony, Ari was the one who placed the medal around his neck after he earned honors. He looked so happy standing beside her that day, like the moment meant everything to him. But time changed things. Now Jacob is in Grade 7, and Ari is in Grade 9. Jacob grew taller, quieter, and unexpectedly popular—a talented volleyball player admired by almost everyone. And now, he’s dating Ariella Dwayt, the star volleyball player everyone seems to adore. He doesn’t smile at Ari anymore. Doesn’t wave. Doesn’t linger. The boy who once looked at her like she was everyt
About Jacob
Three years ago, everyone knew Jacob liked Ari. He was a Grade 3 student with an obvious crush on the teacher’s daughter, following her around with shy smiles and nervous glances. Even their mothers knew—Ari’s mom was his teacher, and Jacob’s mom was her close friend. Back then, Ari was in Grade 5. Older. Certain his feelings were just childish ...Read more