Theodore POV
"Alyssa, don't do this. Xavier is trying to manipulate and guilt you into feeling sorry for him. It's what he does" I argued, standing in the doorway of her bedroom and watching her as she finished getting dressed for her date.
She turned to me, her eyes looking determined, a guarded expression on her face. "Theodore, I know that you're just trying to protect me, but you weren't there to hear what he had to say. I appreciate you looking out for me as a good friend". I winced at being put in the friendship zone, forcing a fake smile on my face, "but I can get through one single date without your assistance."
"What if he hurts you?" I demanded, "Have you forgotten about that stunt he pulled at the bowling alley?"
"That was before" she dismissed, while I tried not to clench
