Teaching My Bookworm Stepsister

Kapri's P.O.V.

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Why is it always so hard to look away from Maverick after he makes me c.um?

The world always looks brighter for a while after, but.. Maverick is all I can ever see. I never want to take my eyes off of him. He's so handsome when he's not being an a.sshole.

Still, there's something else about him when I feel like this. Something that draws me in. That makes me not want to look away.

Honestly, a huge part of me wants to do more. I wanted to pull Maverick down on top of me, and beg him to touch me more. I want to take all of his clothes off, and kiss down his body.

Maybe that's why I always look at Maverick the way I do when I'm like this?

I want to tell Maverick what I want, but I know he won't give it to me. He'll just tell me that we need to get to Jasmyn's recital. Which is true.

Who would have guessed that Maverick Penton would have more self control than me?

"Alright, fix your hair, but leave it down. I like it down. I'll tell everyone you're almost ready." He told me.

Maverick just finished dressing me. All I did was stare at him, and lay limp as he put my clothes on. Are all guys like this after they fool around? Do they all take care of their partner like Maverick seems to always do with me? This can't really just be a Maverick thing.. can it?

"Okay." I replied dreamily.

Maverick chuckled at me. He kissed my nose, and hesitated for just a moment. Then he was gone.

*******

Jasmyn's recital was a lot fancier than I thought it would be. No wonder she wanted to pick out my outfit. I would not have dressed appropriately. Who even taught that little girl taste like this?

I'm in a soft pink-n**e dress. It falls to my knees, and is flowy. The neckline isn't too low, but man, my boobs look great. Honestly, it's gorgeous.

Maverick and I didn't sit next to each other the whole time. In fact, Mom and Liam sat between us, so I couldn't even see him. I should just be happy that Liam came, and ignore everything else. Tonight is about Jasmyn.

When the recital was over, all the parents and other family members waited in the hall for all the kids. I leaned against the wall as I risked a glance at Maverick. He's on his phone, ignoring everyone and everything around him.

I want to talk to him, but I don't know what to say. Which is unusual for me. Especially with Maverick. I usually always have a snarky comment to make to Maverick.

Now though..

Right now, I just want to ask him to hang out with me. I want to ask if he wants to watch a movie with me when we get home. Why is it so hard for me to get the courage?

It's just Maverick. If he says no, it won't be a big deal. Right?

I shook my hands. This is ridiculous. I'll just ask.

I opened my mouth, but was cut off before I could even start.

"Maverick! Hey! Maverick Penton!"

Maverick and my eyes snapped at a girl down the hall. She's running down the hall, weaving through people with a huge grin on her face. The girl looks about our age, but I don't think she goes to school with us. Something about her is familiar though. This girl has long dark brown hair. It's curly, but not like mine. She has an amazing figure, with a big chest. She's dressed in a tight black cocktail dress. It isn't tight like she's ready to go to the club, though, she looks elegant. Her bright blue eyes sparkled as she finally made it to Maverick's side.

Then she threw her arms around him in a hug. Jealousy crawled up my neck. I stared at them with my lips tight together.

Who the hell is this girl?

"Uh.." Maverick said. "Sally?" He asked.

Wait, he actually knows her?

"You remembered!" Sally said happily. "I definitely didn't think you would." She giggled.

"Uhm, it's been a long time," Maverick said awkwardly.

I didn't even know Maverick knew how to be awkward.

"Yeah I know! We just moved back this weekend. My little brother was in the recital though. Little genius still." Sally said.

Wait.. moved back? This.. is.. Sally Martin? The little girl who used to follow Maverick around when we were kids?

I remember her. Maverick used to ignore her. I used to wonder why he would go out of his way to bully me, but only ignored Sally. I just thought he had a crush on her, and that was his way of showing it. I mean, we were like eight years old. Sally Martin really grew up.. She looks great. Elegant and beautiful.

I looked down at my dress. I look like a little kid playing dress up compared to her. Well.. I guess I really am just playing dress up.

"You moved back? For good?" Maverick asked her.

Why isn't he pushing her away? She's still clinging to him.

"Yeah, I'll be at school on Monday. Wanna give me a ride?" She asked.

"Uh.. I'm already taking Kapri," Maverick said.

"Kapri? That girl you used to pick on? Are you guys friends now?" Sally asked.

I do not like the look on her face.

Maverick's eyes flickered to me. Sally followed his sight to me. Then she moved to grab my hands. Which I yanked back instantly.

"You guys must be dating now. How cute." She said tightly.

I raised a brow at her.

"No, Kapri is my stepsister now," Maverick said.

Sally smirked at me.

"Reeeally." She drawled out.

I scrunched my face up at Sally. She turned away from me, and clung to Maverick again.

"Do you have time to spare tonight? It's been so long since I've been here that I don't remember anything about the town. Can you show me around?" Sally asked him.

My eyes went wide at her boldness. Maverick stared down at her uncomfortably. My heart started pounding.

"Well.. we have dinner plans, actually." He replied.

"Nonsense," Liam said from behind me. "Go on if you want Maverick. We won't mind," he said.

"Jasmyn might," I mumbled.

"Nope, not if you're there Kap." Jas said as she walked up to me, and grabbed my hand.

I bent down to smile at her.

"You were so wonderful Jas! You are such a queen," I told her.

Jas beamed.

"I know." She said, then looked at Maverick. "You can go if you want." She told him.

I stood back up, and looked at Maverick. He's looking at Sally, who is bouncing on her heels waiting for his answer. Then his eyes flickered to mine.

Please don't go..

"Alright." Maverick said.

I looked away from him as my heart sank. Sally squealled happily. She grabbed Maverick's hand, but he didn't budge for a moment.

"Kapri-" Maverick said, but I don't care.

"Have fun." I said.

Then I turned around, and marched to the exit.

***********

I've been lying in my bed for a few hours. I can't sleep. I keep checking my phone, but I don't know what I expect to find there.

Maverick hasn't come home yet and it's almost 2 in the morning. I've been trying not to think about him. I really have, but..

What is he doing with Sally? Are they.. having s.ex? I know that would break my rules, but does Maverick even care? Is this how he felt when I went on a date with Josh?

I feel like I can't even get upset because of that. It wouldn't be fair. I did go out with another guy. Besides, Maverick and I aren't dating. I have no right to feel this way.

I huffed, and tossed my phone on my bed. This is so ridiculous. Maverick bosses me around s.exually a bit, and what? I think I have some kind of claim on him? Did I really expect Maverick to listen to my rules? Or to care about me at all? But.. the way he acts after we do stuff.. He cleans me up and takes care of me.. Maverick makes me feel.. special.

Is that his goal? To string me along? As some kind of game?

Honestly, the ugly truth is that Maverick doesn't care about me. He doesn't care how I feel. He doesn't have feelings for me. All I am, is a fun time to him. That's all.

I was the one that said that was okay. I shouldn't feel this way now. I have no right.

It's just...

Sally clearly had an interest in Maverick. She was all over him. And he.. went with her knowing all of that. Of course, they stayed out all night together. That's what normal teenagers do, I guess.

I heard a car pull into the driveway. I jumped up from my bed, and peeked out my blinds. A car I don't recognize is in our driveway. Maverick got out of the driver's seat, and Sally got out of the passenger. That must be her car, but why is Maverick driving? Sally threw herself in Maverick's arms. He wrapped his arms around her, and smiled. Then Sally pressed her lips to his.

It was a small kiss. Only a peck, but.. I feel like I'm going to throw up. My heart started beating wildly, and tears stung my eyes.

Is this how Maverick felt when he saw Josh and I?

Sally pulled away, and got into the driver's seat. Maverick watched as she drove away. I've never seen that look on his face before.. He must have had a good time.

Maverick's eyes suddenly snapped up to me, like he knew I was watching. I jumped, and moved away from my blinds. I went to my door, and locked it.

Less than two minutes later, the handle started to move.