Filed to story: That Campus Prince Is a Girl
Bradley answered honestly, “Noble Vista.”
Gwen smiled. “That’s a nice neighborhood. We actually have an empty apartment unit there.”
Xander raised an eyebrow. “Perfect. I’ll move in tonight.”
Cameron and Bradley were once again rendered speechless by Xander’s impulsive thoughts..
Gwen said, “Xan, do you really have to rush it? That place has been vacant for ages, and no one’s lived there in a long time. We’ll need to get someone to clean it first.”
Xander replied, “Then let’s get someone to clean it up right away.”
Logan nodded. “That works. Xander’s 18 years old now. He’s an adult and can live on his own. Plus, if you’re living together in the same neighborhood, it’s easier for Cameron to tutor you.”
Xander clapped his hands. “Dad, you’re a genius.”
Meanwhile, Gwen chuckled and asked the housekeeper to arrange cleaning for their apartment at Noble Vista.
Xander crossed his arms, looking directly at Cameron. “You little punk, there’s no way my place will be ready tonight. So, I’m crashing at yours.”
Cameron had no words.
Bradley adjusted his gold-rimmed glasses. “Xander, what’s the rush? Just stay home tonight. Move in after your place is cleaned up.”
Xander shook his head. “Brad, you don’t get it. My basics are terrible, and I really need tutoring. I have to move in tonight.”
Bradley was speechless.
“Come on, let’s go.” Without waiting for an answer, he shoved both Cameron and Bradley out the door. Logan and Gwen didn’t even get a chance to say goodbye.
“I’ll ride with you, Brad. It’s on your way anyway,” Xander said, sliding into the passenger seat in front like it was his car.
Cameron sat in the back. With her arms crossed, she said, “Sorry, Xander. You can’t stay at my place.”
Xander turned around. “Why not?”
“I’m just not comfortable having someone I don’t really know staying over,” Cameron replied.
Xander protested, “I’m not a stranger! I’m your roommate, and we’ve lived together in Room 316 for ages.”
Inside, Cameron screamed, ‘Come on, I’m a girl! I only stayed in Room 316 because I had no other choice. And besides, with so many people in the dorm, it wasn’t a big deal.
‘But if Xander crashed at my place, it’s just way too inappropriate for us to live together.’
“I’ll help clean your place tonight,” she offered. “Once it’s ready, you can move in.”
Xander scowled. “Seriously? It’s just one night, you little brat. I’m not even going to stay for long.”
From the driver’s seat, Bradley chimed in, “Xander, why not stay at my place? I’ve got plenty of spare rooms.”
“Nope. I want to stay with Cameron,” Xander insisted.
Cameron and Bradley had no words again.
Cameron’s patience snapped. With a blank face, she said, “No.”
Xander glared at her. “Why not?”
Cameron replied, “No means no.”
Seeing how firm Cameron was, Xander turned to Bradley after a short pause. “Brad, can I crash at your place tonight?”
Bradley nodded. “Sure.”
Xander shot Cameron another glare. “See? You should learn from Brad.”
Cameron was speechless. She couldn’t even be bothered to respond.
If she really were a guy, she wouldn’t care if Xander stayed over. Heck, even sharing a bed wouldn’t bother her. But she was a girl.
Even though she looked like a boy right now, sooner or later, her real gender would be revealed.
Bradley simply shook his head and kept driving. Soon, the three of them arrived at
Noble Vista.
When Cameron opened the car door, Xander had already hopped out. He leaned on the car door and asked, “Hey, brat, if I can’t sleep at your place, can I at least get a tour?
Cameron said, “I’m exhausted. Come back tomorrow if you want to look around.”
Xander was speechless.
Cameron thanked Bradley. “Thanks, Brad.”
Bradley gave her a slight nod. “No problem, I’m happy to help.”
Cameron tossed her bag over her shoulder and headed off, ignoring Xander, who trailed behind until Bradley called out, “Xander, this way.”
Back at the villa, Bradley casually pointed upstairs. “Pick any guest room you like.”
Xander glanced around and muttered, “You live in this giant place alone? Your family must be loaded.”
Bradley said flatly, “I bought this place myself.”
Three years ago, Bradley bought into a law firm that handled high-profile domestic and international cases. The firm made serious money-and so did he.
Xander froze for a second, then scoffed, “Yeah, right. You’re still in high school, you know?”
Bradley didn’t respond. He just walked off to the master bedroom. Xander watched him go, muttering, “Sure you did. Like I’d believe that.”
The next morning, Xander was up early, knocking on Bradley’s door. “Brad. Which unit is Cameron in? Where does he live?”
Bradley opened the door, half-asleep and unimpressed in his silk pajamas, said, ” Letting you stay here was a mistake.”
Xander muttered, “It’s already six. Don’t you always get up at six for school?”
Bradley grumbled, “Can’t I sleep in on the weekend?”
Xander sighed, “Alright, I won’t bug you. Just tell me where Cameron’s staying.”
Bradley shrugged. “No idea.”
“I’ll shout his name across the whole neighborhood,” Xander threatened.
Bradley gave him a look. “Good thing our dads are friends.”
Xander looked confused. “What’s that supposed to mean?”
Bradley said, “Cameron’s probably still asleep. Go over later.”
Xander grinned. “Even better, I’ll go wake him up.”
Bradley frowned. “You really don’t know when to quit, do you?”
Seeing that Bradley was getting annoyed, Xander backed off. “Fine, I’ll go over later.”
He returned to his room. Bradley, now wide awake, gave up on sleep and headed to wash up.
Meanwhile, Xander was frantically blowing up Cameron’s phone with texts and calls nonstop on WhatsApp. But with her phone on silent mode, it didn’t bother her at all.
Cameron slept in and woke naturally at eight. She checked her phone and found a flood of messages from Xander. Unbothered, she got up and washed up.
At 8:30 AM, she finally replied and told him which building she was in. Less than two minutes later, loud knocks shook her door.
Cameron opened the door, and Xander walked right in. Xander rolled his eyes. “You really can sleep, huh? It’s already nine.”
Cameron shot back, “You come to my place just to complain? Want me to toss you out right now?”
“You’re small, but you sure have a big temper.”
Cameron pointed at the couch. “Have a seat. Want something to drink?”
“Anything is fine,” Xander replied, so Cameron grabbed a bottle of water from the fridge and handed it to him.
Xander stared. “Seriously? This is all I get?”
Cameron said, “Do you have to nitpick this early in the morning?”
She should’ve never let him in.
