Friends With Benefits *Gay Love story * *love triangle* *fiction*

Whispers of Betrayal

Chapter 21: Whispers of Betrayal

The school corridors hummed with activity, but for Jai, a chilling quiet surrounded him as he checked his phone. The threatening messages from the supposed 'Hacker' were unsettling, each one a venomous reminder of the stakes.

* Harsh began sending Jai cryptic messages, threatening him to leave shompu alone *

Hacker (message to Jai): "You're losing your grip on Shompu. If you try to get back with him, he won't remain unharmed."

Jai's fists clenched, his heart racing. The explicit threats sent a surge of fear through him, tightening the knot in his stomach. As he navigated through the day, his eyes involuntarily sought out Shompu.

Unaware of the ominous messages, Shompu found comfort in Harsh's company. Harsh, playing his cards carefully, had managed to pull Shompu closer, exploiting Jai's request for space.
The more Shompu leaned towards Harsh, the tighter the knot in Jai's stomach became. Scenes of them laughing together, sharing secrets, and growing closer fueled Jai's jealousy.

Jai, in a desperate attempt to regain control, found himself sabotaging moments between Shompu and Harsh. He would conveniently interrupt their conversations, bring up topics he knew would cause tension, and cast subtle doubts about Harsh's intentions.

Jai, in a moment of vulnerability, confronted Shompu:

Jai: "Shompu, you can't trust him. He's not the friend you think he is."

Shompu, growing frustrated: "Jai, you're just being paranoid. Harsh has been a better friend to me than anyone lately."

The confrontation escalated into another heated argument, a bitter exchange of words that left both wounded. The shadows of mistrust deepened, and the once-sturdy bond between Shompu and Jai continued to fray.

Hacker (message to Jai): "Your efforts crumble, Jai. Shompu slips away, and the shadows claim victory. Try to get back with him, and you'll witness his pain."