He Shamed My Body, So I Chose His Best Friend

When I opened my eyes after the car accident, the first person I saw was Ethan. “How are you feeling, Layla?” my boyfriend asked. “The doctor said you hit your head.” I decided to tease the man I’d loved since college. “Who are you?” Ethan froze. So did Kyle, his best friend, standing behind him.standing behind him. Kyle had always been distant with me. I assumed he didn’t like me. I was about to laugh and admit I was joking when the concern on Ethan’s face turned into unmistakable relief. “I’m