From Brother To Lover

During a club camping activity, my boyfriend Benjamin and his childhood friend moved into the same tent. Early in the morning, I saw the two of them crawl out of the narrow single tent and I immediately broke up with him.

Benjamin explained perfunctorily, "Wendy's tent was leaking and besides, she's grown up with me. What's there to mind? She's like a sister to me. Shouldn't I take care of her?"

The next night, Benjamin's good friend, Alex, he had a golden retriever dog and it chewed a big hole in my tent. Alex patted the golden retriever on the head and said to me, "My tent is big. How about the three of us stay together tonight?"

I also patted the golden retriever on the head and nodded. That night, Benjamin stood outside Alex's tent all night. As soon as I crawled out of my tent, the flap of the tent opposite me was also lifted.

Benjamin and Wendy walked out one after the other. When Benjamin saw me, a trace of embarrassment flashed across his face. He quickly returned to his usual demeanor and smiled at me, saying, "You lazybones, why are you up so early today? I was just about to wake you up!" He said, taking a step forward and reaching out to touch my head.

I withdrew expressionlessly. Several classmates from the club, sensing the tension, stood by silently. Wendy, with a look of grievance, stood behind Benjamin. "Jessica, please don't misunderstand. Benjamin just saw that my tent was broken, so he …."

I ignored Wendy and turned to look at Benjamin. He sighed, looking helpless. "Jessica, you know the relationship between me and Wendy. It's not like you don't know. It's a rare opportunity for everyone to come out and play together. Don't be so temperamental," he added.

I snorted coldly. "You're sleeping with someone else and I'm not supposed to be upset? That's abnormal!"

"Jessica!" Benjamin's voice suddenly rose, then he spoke slowly, as if he was a little tired, "Wendy's tent is leaking and besides, she's grown up with me, like a sister. I should take care of her. What's there to mind?"

I dug my nails into my palm, feeling a sharp pain emanating from deep within. "Benjamin, tell me the truth. Did you really not do anything last night?" I asked, my gaze shifting from Benjamin's face to his collarbone.

Two distinct red marks stung my eyes. I was still hoping for his explanation. Maybe it was just my overthinking. There are so many mosquitoes at night here, perhaps it's just ... However, Benjamin uncomfortably covered his collar. At that moment, my suspended heart finally died.

"Jessica, Wendy is like a sister to me. If you had siblings, I wouldn't interfere as much. Isn't it natural for a brother to take care of his sister?" Seeing my eyes reddening, Benjamin didn't come over to comfort me as usual. Instead, his tone became increasingly impatient.

Wendy bit her lip and tugged at Benjamin's sleeve, looking distressed. Benjamin's expression softened and he gently patted Wendy's hand. For a moment, I felt like I was the one who had intruded into someone else's relationship.

"Benjamin, let's break up," I said.

Benjamin thought I was just being jealous and temperamental as usual. "Jessica, don't be silly," he said.

The morning breeze was chilly, making me shiver slightly. I adjusted my coat and said calmly, "I'm serious. Let's break up, Benjamin. I won't object if you want to sleep with any of your "sisters" in the future."