Chapter 6. Faking a Relationship to Save Her

“Stand up for yourself. Don’t be afraid of them. What else?” said Aries. He noted the way a few students were staring at them and giggling among themselves. 

“They don’t believe me when I deny the allegations. They come up with more taunts. It’s not that easy to evade them,” said Andrea, looking lost. 

“Fine then. Tell them you’re my girlfriend. Tell them that everything they’re saying is true. You’re in a relationship with me. I think that will shock them enough to shut them up,” said Aries, massaging his temples. He wasn’t keen on becoming her boyfriend, but if that lie could save her, then why not? A gasp of horror escaped Andrea’s mouth. Did she hear him correctly? Did he just say that he wanted her to be his girlfriend? Her young mind was flabbergasted, and she opened and closed her mouth like a goldfish as nothing came out of it, anyway. 

Aries rolled his eyes at the silly girl. He couldn’t believe his eyes. That was all the reaction he got for