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00:01I
00:02Could see how many days I had left with someone most people only had a one, but my childhood best
00:07friend Jasper had
00:0831,441 so I grew up thinking he was my future bonded mate
00:13What I even built a perfect mate playbook for him and bosted him around
00:16Jasper got sick of it and kept trying to pawn me off on other guys hazel quit making up stories
00:21about these weird numbers
00:22Nobody wants a stage 5 clinger my roommates actually pretty hot. You should give him a shot
00:27Suddenly a pic with another girl popped up then he swiped to his roommate
00:32He's a bit quiet, but he's chill
00:34Plus since you're always clinging to me. I stared at the huge number over his head. Then I said yes
00:39for the first time
00:40fine set us up then
00:43Jasper's face instantly fell right as I reached out Jasper clicked his screen dark my phone just died
00:49Let's do this later. His face went pale the number above his head started dropping fast
00:56My heart slammed against my rib cage. I stared at him without blinking
00:59Jasper's face softened a little let's go home
01:03It was friday a light rain fell that girl on your phone
01:07That was lily right the guy beside me completely froze a second later. Jasper let out a scythe. It was
01:13from a club event
01:14I just forgot to delete it. We aren't even dating. You're always bossing me around. He sounded annoyed. I was
01:19completely lost for words
01:21A sting hit my heart, but it vanished once I saw his number
01:24I was just saying I didn't plan on controlling him anymore for the first time the walk home felt endless
01:30So I just brought up a random topic after all I knew for sure there was zero chance for us
01:35now
01:35I obviously had no right to police him, but Jasper's face grew even darker
01:39You know damn well you meant that growing up. I didn't even have one female friend
01:43He used to go along with it, but recently he started pushing back then go make a ton of them.
01:49I'm done policing you
01:52My voice was quiet, but Jasper's breathing suddenly turned heavy. He opened his mouth, but his phone rang
01:58Lily Jasper didn't answer. He held the ringing phone
02:03His eyes stayed fixed on me in the past. I would have thrown a huge fit
02:08I'd force him to recite my mate playbook
02:11Then I'd grab his phone and hang up, but now I just stared at him. I did nothing the call
02:17finally went to voicemail
02:18Hey Jasper
02:22Can you walk me back to my dorm stop trying to control me i'll walk her back
02:39He's so hot how come i've never seen him on campus before he's from the sinclair family super cold nobody
02:44dares go near him
02:47I
02:48Nodded and pulled an umbrella out of my bag. I watched Jasper leave
02:53Once he was gone. I finally looked down
02:56Fate really played a cruel joke on me
02:59For 19 years. I thought those numbers never changed ever since I was little
03:03I could see numbers floating over people's heads
03:06I didn't get it as a kid, but later it clicked
03:09I saw how many days I had left with someone
03:12My dad would be with me until he was 88
03:15My mom would be with me until she was 89 and Jasper the cute boy next door
03:19He was supposed to stay until we got old. His number was insane longer than everyone else's combined
03:24Jasper, what is 31,041 days?
03:27Jasper scratched his head and ran home to ask his mom
03:29It means we're staying together forever and getting married
03:31So I bossed Jasper around I wanted to turn him into the perfect mate
03:35Jasper always put up with me, but he never made us official
03:38If we actually date i'll have to listen to you about everything
03:41When I turned 18 he stroked my rabbit ears and laughed
03:44Hazel ask me again when i'm 20 i'm not done having fun yet. I don't want to settle down
03:47I kept waiting thinking we'd be together forever once he hit 20, but after just one year of college
03:52He got so sick of me. I sighed. I wasn't even heartbroken just
03:57Disappointed if I'd known the numbers could change. I wouldn't have been so tough on him
04:01God, I worked myself to death all those years for nothing
04:07I hated rainy days so I picked up my pace then I spotted a guy's back ahead and froze even
04:13from behind
04:13I could tell he was ridiculously hot, but what really grabbed me was the massive number floating over his head
04:1926,290 that massive number on jasper yesterday now it floated right over this guy
04:25My heart raced harder with each step once I got close. I opened my mouth nothing came out. Hey handsome.
04:30Are you my future husband?
04:33Hi, do I look like your future wife?
04:35Hey, would you believe me if I said we're gonna end up together every single line made me sound like
04:40a total freak
04:41I hated how hard I was overthinking. I just followed him eyes glued to his number
04:45Then he stopped and slowly turned around my eyes widened rain drummed on my umbrella
04:49The fireworks in my head were way louder this. This is my man
04:53He was gorgeous way hotter than in the picture
04:56Jasper showed me his pale skin made his soft lips pop
04:59They looked so kissable his pretty eyes stared right at me
05:02Even his hands look straight out of a webtoon my face burned bright red. I stuttered totally lost for words.
05:08Can I help you?
05:12Even his voice was unfairly hot. Hey, aren't you scared walking home all by yourself?
05:17The second the words left my mouth. I cringed so hard. What the hell was I even saying?
05:21Lucian almost smirked, but he didn't answer
05:24I mean, we're heading the same way. Want to walk together? My voice got quieter and quieted. I hated my
05:31stupid mouth
05:33Sure
05:33His voice hit me again
05:35My heart skipped the whole walk
05:37I scrambled to keep the conversation going
05:39Lucan was quiet and reserved just like Jasper said the sun actually peeked through the rain
05:44It formed a rainbow right ahead of us before I knew it we arrived when we finally stopped
05:48I instantly regretted walking so fast. There was still so much I wanted to say
05:52I'm Lucian Sinclair
05:54I know Jasper mentioned him when he tried to set us up still Lucan looked caught off guard
06:00I'm hazel miller. I bit my lip and still wanted to keep talking
06:05I know who you are
06:08I pulled out my phone. My hands were shaking. It was my first time ever hitting on a guy
06:13I stared at his floating number to build up courage. Don't panic. He won't reject you. He's your fated mate
06:20Go for it. Can I get your number? I forced the words out and almost bit my tongue
06:25Silence those quiet seconds made me want to hide under a blanket forever. I'm sorry. I didn't bring my phone
06:31Maybe I such an obvious rejection
06:34No worries my bad. I turned and ran out of sheer embarrassment
06:38My heart pounded all the way to my apartment building my eyes even stern so humiliating
06:43He probably thought I was a total freak when Jasper blew me off. It never hurt this bad
06:47But right now I cared way too much hazel. I closed my umbrella
06:51Jasper called from behind me. He stepped closer smelling like women's perfume. I saw you at the corner
06:57Did you walk home with someone?
06:59He was panting clearly having sprinted all the way back
07:02Was that a guy? Do I know him before he could finish mom walked out of the kitchen
07:09You're back. Oh, Jasper. Do you have a girlfriend now?
07:14Wait, what?
07:17Mom pointed at his cheek that girl's lipstick is still on your face
07:22Total silence filled the room
07:23Jasper's face drained of color
07:25He scrubbed his cheek hard panic flashed across his face. I accidentally brushed against her hazel. I swear I didn't
07:31I was still mortified by luchan's rejection, so I ignored him
07:36When I turned to leave jasper panicked even more
07:39I'm not lying. I remember everything you told me she tripped and I caught her it must have happened that
07:46His voice cut off
07:49His panic vanished a smug grin took over
07:52I won't walk with her again. Stop crying
07:57I wasn't crying. I just hated the thought of luchan hating me next time. That's why my eyes turned red
08:03Whatever you do is none of my business. Stop bugging me. My head already hurt
08:07His non-stop rambling made it worse
08:10My miserable mood lasted until the next morning
08:14Someone was standing nearby my eyes widened. I rubbed my eyes. He was actually there not a dream
08:21Lucian spotted me. He walked over to me slowly. I brought my phone today
08:29Lucian pulled out his phone
08:31Can I still add you?
08:32My heart beat wildly against my chest. You waited this early just to get my number?
08:37I didn't know which apartment was yours. So freaking cute. It's saturday. What if I stayed inside all day?
08:43Once I knew it wasn't one-sided, I got bolder. I didn't think about that
08:47Did you eat breakfast? He hesitated
08:50Looks like a no. Lucky you. You get to buy me breakfast
08:53He nodded softly. I dragged him toward the diner. Luchan didn't hate me at all. He actually really liked me
08:59I just didn't expect to run into trouble. Jasper isn't coming. I asked him out and he said no
09:03You stalker type sure move fast. I blinked staring at her in confusion. Hazel stop clinging to him
09:08He almost said yes to me yesterday. He only said no because he was scared you'd throw a fit
09:12You guys aren't even dating. Why are you so bossy? Then it hit me
09:16Lily was coming at me because of Jasper
09:18Your drama has nothing to do with me. Lucian was right behind me. I need a distance from Jasper fast
09:25Are you serious?
09:29I nodded firmly
09:31I wish you and Jasper a happy life. Lily bit her lip and pulled out her phone. Say that again.
09:36I'm sending it to Jasper
09:37I had no words for her. Someone grabbed my wrist. Lucian's eyes went cold. Hazel owes you zero explanations
09:43Lucian held my hand as we left
09:47Lily snapped a photo of us
09:51Are you upset? I stole a quick glance at Lucian. People said you've loved Jasper for years. Has Jasper badmouths
09:56You in the dorm? I think he's bad for you. So I fell first, but he'd noticed me first. My
10:01heart fluttered
10:07I giggled at his huge number. My laugh got to him. His ears turned bright red. I leaned in and
10:13poked his cheek
10:14Since he's so bad. What if I pick someone else to like instead?
10:19He tilted his head. His gaze stayed focused and serious. Can you really just switch who you like?
10:25I kept a straight face. Sure. If he treats me well enough
10:30Lucian went quiet again
10:31I couldn't tell what he was thinking. When I got home, someone was sitting in the living room
10:37I thought it was my dad. So I walked toward my bedroom
10:41Suddenly a hand yanked my arm hard. I gasped. It was Jasper
10:46His face looked stormy. He was holding back rage. Where were you? I frowned and tried to pull away
10:53Getting breakfast
10:54Where's mine? The room went dead silent. I suddenly remembered I always bought him breakfast
11:00Today I came back empty-handed, too busy flirting with Lucian
11:04Who's this guy in the photo? Who were you with?
11:07The photo showed Lucan and me from behind
11:09Veins popped on Jasper's temples. He gritted the words through his teeth
11:14Do I know him? You made me follow your rules, but what about you?
11:17Hazel, are you seriously holding hands behind my back?
11:21I stared at him quietly
11:23Jasper was hot, but something felt missing
11:26His eyes were red with anger. Then it hit me
11:29He was missing that little beauty mark under his eye. Before Lucian, I never cared for beauty marks
11:34Before Lucian, I thought Jasper had a decent temper. Now he was just way too loud
11:38Jasper noticed my impatience. His face got even darker
11:43I asked you a question. Who are you thinking about?
11:45I felt guilty for a second. He could tell that?
11:49Answer me
11:51What's it to you?
11:52I dodged his hand and took a step back
11:55Jasper opened his mouth and shut it. I glared at him. Who are you to me? Why do you care
12:00so much?
12:01He said those exact words to me a few days ago
12:04Now I serve them right back to him
12:07Hazel, change your tactics, huh?
12:09He rubbed his temples
12:11His mood seemed to lift
12:12Your temper's getting worse
12:14Whatever, I won't hold it against you
12:16I stared at him as he rambled
12:17Is he deaf or just stupid? Lucian would never say something so arrogant
12:22My phone buzzed
12:23My mood lifted right away
12:26My parents aren't home this afternoon either
12:27What are we eating?
12:30Jasper rolled up his sleeves
12:32Jasper, are you home?
12:34It was Lily
12:36Jasper froze
12:37Then he looked back at me, panicked
12:39The girl kept calling from outside
12:41Lily stood at Jasper's door with breakfast
12:44She looked way too eager
12:47I didn't invite her
12:50Jasper's voice shook
12:51He shoved his chat logs towards me
12:53Look, I said no
12:55I don't know why she came over
12:57I have plans today
12:58You don't need to cook
13:00The room went still
13:02Jasper looked pissed
13:03I already explained
13:04Are you still gonna act like this?
13:06Jasper, chill
13:08I said it a thousand times
13:09Your life is none of my business
13:11I won't control who you hang out with
13:13Isn't this what you always wanted?
13:15Fine
13:16Don't regret this
13:17He stormed out, jaw tight
13:19Lily sounded thrilled
13:21She asked him to go to the aquarium
13:23In the past, I'd throw a massive fit
13:26As my future mate, I hated him spending time with other girls
13:29Now he said yes loudly, on purpose
13:32I texted Lucian back
13:34Sounds great, see you at noon
13:39Lucian didn't talk much
13:41He barely showed any expression
13:43But his eyes and smile were impossible to resist
13:46For days, I completely forgot Jasper existed
13:49The next time I heard about him was another Friday
13:53Jasper and I had never gone this long without seeing each other
13:56I used to cling to him every day just to keep an eye on him
13:59That hot guy from class 3 is dating Lily Pierce
14:03I saw them holding hands outside the dorms
14:05Didn't he have a girlfriend who followed him everywhere?
14:07Did they fight?
14:08No clue
14:09Haven't seen her lately
14:10They probably broke up
14:12I packed my bag faster, pretending not to hear them
14:15Lucian had no classes that afternoon
14:17We planned to hit the amusement park
14:19Just thinking about seeing my future mate made me grin uncontrollably
14:23But my smile vanished when I saw Jasper
14:27Come with me
14:30I totally forgot we used to walk home together every Friday
14:33My head throbbed
14:34Jasper reached out to grab my backpack
14:36I took a step back and frowned
14:38Still mad?
14:39I didn't answer
14:40Lily's name made Jasper freeze
14:42He stared at my cold face
14:44You've been dodging me lately
14:45Did you hear some stupid rumors?
14:47I shook my head, then nodded
14:49I wasn't dodging him
14:50Love just had me busy
14:52His gossip still reached me though
14:53Don't listen to them
14:55We're just in the same club
14:56It's bound to happen
14:57You can't police that too
15:00I kicked a pebble
15:01The afternoon sun was blinding
15:03It's blazing out
15:04Is Lucian baking at the gate?
15:06My bad, okay? I'm sorry
15:08I kept ignoring him
15:09He took a deep breath
15:11I'll clear up the rumors ASAP
15:13I'm still your-
15:14Before he could finish
15:15Lily rushed over excitedly
15:17Jasper, I thought you said you weren't interested
15:20Jasper's face dropped as he tried to explain
15:22I just ran off
15:26Lucian's huge number came into view
15:28My steps got lighter
15:29It's so hot
15:30Why aren't you waiting in the shade?
15:32I wanted to stand somewhere
15:33You'd see me right away
15:34I blurted it out
15:35No matter where you stand
15:36I'll spot you right away
15:38The cicadas were loud
15:39My heartbeat was louder
15:40Was it his heartbeat or mine?
15:42My whole body burned
15:43Lucian had never been to an amusement park
15:46So I dragged him around
15:48Lucian, do you have a girl you like?
15:50I shoved an ice cream cone into his hand
15:52And tried to sound casual
15:54Lucian studied me for a second
15:56He moved his cherry onto my cone
16:00Not before
16:02I smirked
16:03How long ago is before?
16:05His voice dropped so low I almost missed it
16:09Before I met you
16:16Aw, my future mate is so freaking cute
16:19I couldn't stop giggling
16:20He looked annoyed
16:21His ears burned bright red
16:23Are you confessing to me right now?
16:25I popped the cherry into my mouth
16:26It was sweet
16:27Lucian kept a straight face
16:29He actually thought about it for a few seconds
16:31No
16:32I gasped at him
16:34Lucian, are you a player?
16:36He totally froze up
16:37I'd never seen him like this
16:38I wanted to tease him even more
16:40You say you like me, but won't confess
16:43How are you any different from Jasper?
16:45When I said Jasper, Lucian's eyes flishered
16:48I realized I kind of ruined the mood
16:50Before I could fix it, he stood up
16:52Wait here for me
16:53I sat there feeling awkward as he walked off quickly
16:56Comparing him to Jasper was pretty harsh
16:58I reached out to stop him, but gasps sounded nearby
17:01I turned around and saw two familiar faces
17:05They were by the water slid
17:06Lily was blushing and snugging in Jasper's arms
17:09Jasper frowned
17:10I had no idea what he was thinking
17:13But he didn't push her away
17:14They looked like a couple
17:15The crowd started cheering
17:17Ugh, what bad luck
17:21Running into them ruined my mood even more
17:23I was about to leave when Jasper locked eyes with me
17:26The second he saw me, he shoved the girl away
17:29Jasper?
17:29I wanted to bail, but Lucian told me to wait
17:32Hazel, it's not what it looks like
17:34He rushed through it, almost stammering
17:37Lily bought two tickets
17:38She's never been here, so I brought her
17:40We're nothing, I swear
17:42His voice tended off
17:43My face stayed cold
17:44He looked stunned
17:45Hazel, I'm literally on a date with another girl
17:47I rubbed my nose
17:48So am I
17:49What's there to flex about?
17:50Jasper didn't hear me
17:51You're not even mad?
17:53I told you, your life is none of my business
17:56Enjoy your date
17:58She's soaking wet
17:59She grabbed Jasper's arm and glared at me
18:01Hazel, stop following Jasper everywhere
18:04You're driving him nuts
18:05Jasper ripped his arm away
18:07His face terrifyingly dark
18:08Shut up
18:09Who gave you the right to talk to her like that?
18:11Wow, two psychos
18:13A gorgeous voice came from behind me
18:15She isn't following anyone
18:16She came here with me
18:17Lucian stood behind me, holding a bouquet of flowers
18:22My gloomy mood instantly vanished
18:26I finally got it
18:38You too
18:40I ran over
18:42Are these for me?
18:45Lucian looked away
18:46His throat bobbing slightly
18:52Yeah
18:56Hazel Miller!
18:57He had zero class
18:59Throwing a tantrum in public
19:00Unlike Lucian, quiet, polite and ridiculously hot
19:03After meeting Lucian, I realized something
19:06A great guy doesn't need training
19:07He keeps himself in check
19:09Lucian was hotter than Jasper
19:11Yet he never had any girl drama
19:12Meanwhile, Jasper couldn't control himself and screamed at me
19:15I rolled my eyes and pulled Lucian along to leave
19:17Hazel, don't you dare walk away
19:21Threatening me?
19:22Lucian would never do that
19:24Footsteps chased us from behind
19:26I pulled Lucian into a run
19:27The wind carried the smell of fresh flowers
19:31Our palms turned warm and sweaty
19:35Our fingers stayed locked
19:38Everything around us faded away
19:40All I felt was my wild heartbeat and my unstoppable grin
19:44Jasper's shouts disappeared
19:45Lily definitely dragged him back
19:48I'm not like him
19:49Lucian, do we look like we're eloping?
19:51We spoke at the same time
19:53Both of us froze
19:54I burst out laughing
19:56Lucian's ears turned red
19:59His voice shook
20:02A little
20:04I don't want to be like Jasper
20:06I looked up dating guides
20:07They said confession should be formal
20:08I need to know your feelings and I need flowers
20:12I didn't plan to confess today
20:14The park had no flowers
20:16So I ran out to buy these
20:19It might not be formal enough
20:20But I still want to say it
20:22Hazel, I like you
20:23Can you like me back a little?
20:25I stayed silent
20:27Lucian panicked
20:28I even memorized your mate playbook
20:31I'll carry your bags
20:33I'll listen to you, Hazel
20:36My jaw dropped
20:38How do you know about that?
20:41Lucian's face flushed deeper red
20:44When Jasper complained in the dorm
20:47I secretly took notes
20:49Those rules Jasper hated so much?
20:52Lulian treated them like treasure
20:56I couldn't hold it in
20:59I crouched down, laughing hard
21:02Lucian stood there, completely helpless
21:05I almost laughed myself to tears
21:08He was just way too freaking cute
21:12He always did things I never expected
21:15When I finally stopped laughing
21:17I tugged his hand
21:19I don't hold hands with guys I don't like
21:21He blinked
21:23Then he broke into a huge smile
21:26So, are we together now?
21:30Nope
21:32Before meeting Lucian, I never knew I was this mischievous
21:36His eyes dimmed
21:38I leaned closer
21:41You're not just my boyfriend
21:44You're my future husband
21:45You're my future husband
21:46Lucian froze again
21:48His eyes went wide
21:50His ears burned red
21:52It took him forever to speak
21:53His voice came out low and rough
21:56Got it
21:57When Lucian walked me home, I saw Jasper's dark face
22:01I knew he'd ambush me here
22:03I held my flowers and ignored him completely
22:07What the hell is this?
22:09I waited all afternoon
22:11Where were you?
22:12I looked at him, annoyed
22:14On a date with my boyfriend
22:16Didn't you see?
22:18Pain shot through my arm
22:20Jasper was losing control
22:22Boyfriend?
22:23Lucian Sinclair?
22:24If he's your boyfriend, what am I to you?
22:33You're insane
22:34What are we exactly?
22:36If we're nothing
22:37Why did you police me for years?
22:39Why did you call me your future mate?
22:42Why did you say we'd stay together forever?
22:44What right do you have to question me?
22:48Didn't you try to set me up with Lucian first?
22:50Didn't you tell me to stop clinging to you?
22:53You said you didn't want to be with me
22:55So why are you losing your mind now?
23:00Jasper held his red cheek
23:02So you got with him just to spite me?
23:06I bent down to pick up the flowers
23:07Lily stood nearby, watching us
23:10Before she could speak, Jasper snatched the bouquet again
23:20Get lost!
23:21If you didn't cling to me and talk trash about Hazel, she wouldn't have done this!
23:26Lily ran off in tears
23:29I took two steps back from Jasper
23:31Who knew Jasper had a violent streak?
23:34Break up with him
23:35I'll pretend this never happened
23:37I won't see Lily again
23:38We can go back to how we were
23:42I couldn't stand his voice and cut him off
23:44So you're violent and you still blame everyone else
23:48I looked at him in disgust
23:50Blaming others won't hide your own mess
23:52Jasper, you make me sick
23:54His face went pale
23:56His body swayed
23:58I walked into my apartment without looking back
24:06Are you happy today?
24:13We'd been apart for minutes
24:14I already missed my boyfriend, Lucien
24:16He replied instantly
24:19Very happy
24:20Were you happy?
24:21A little bit
24:22What are you doing?
24:23Taking a shower
24:24I couldn't resist flirting with him
24:27Texting during a shower?
24:28You really love me, huh?
24:30Which part are you washing?
24:31Let me see
24:31He went silent for ages
24:34I covered my mouth and giggled
24:35I could totally picture his blushing face
24:38Suddenly, a video call popped up
24:40My eyes widened
24:41Almost dropping my phone
24:43This guy actually dared
24:45I hesitated for a few seconds
24:46Then I answered
24:48Blushing hard
24:49On screen, he was wrapped tightly in a towel
24:51That little smirk got under my skin
24:54Why are you wrapped so tight?
24:55Pull it down a little
24:57Lucien stopped drying his hair
24:59I thought he'd play dumb
25:00But his hand actually pulled the towel lower
25:02His broad shoulders and collarbone came into vision
25:05I swallowed hard
25:08Lucien
25:10You're so generous
25:12My words made him cough
25:15Lower
25:15He obeyed and pulled it lower
25:17His ears reddened down to his neck
25:19Even his chest flushed pink
25:20A little more
25:22Lower again
25:24Finally, a soft sigh came through the speaker
25:26His upper body flushed pink
25:27His knuckles turned white from restraint
25:29Hazel, this is as far as I go
25:32Fine then
25:32I licked my lips
25:33A little disappointed
25:34Lucien, you're so generous
25:36Do you show everyone?
25:38Only you
25:39Rule three says nobody else can look
25:42I almost choked on my milk
25:44Okay, stop reciting
25:45I get it
25:46Just then, a notification sound chimed on his end
25:48Lucien's eyes darkened slightly
25:49Who texted you?
25:50I caught it right away
25:51A random number
25:52She says her name is Lily Pierce
25:54I have already blocked her
25:55In your mate playbook
25:57I don't add other girls
25:58He smiled
26:00Three days later
26:01The whole school knew Lily Pierce was transferring out
26:05Her father lost everything
26:08She and her mother were on a flight out
26:10Hazel, will we be together forever?
26:13I looked at that long, long number above his head
26:16I nodded, no hesitation
26:18Always
26:20Lufian pulled me in
26:23I'm so happy
26:26I kissed him
26:27Lufian, you're the only one I'll ever have