Jenny & Jay - Volume 1
Johnny Simmons thrives on competition—whether in the pool, in playful bets, or in charming his way through life. He’s used to being in control, but when Jane Shepherd enters his world, she proves to be an unexpected challenge.
Assigned to his study group, Jane is sharp, unfiltered, and unimpressed by his usual charm. Their first real interaction is filled with witty banter, subtle tension, and a clash of personalities that leaves Johnny both frustrated and intrigued.
A fiercely competitive swimmer meets his match in a sharp-witted girl who challenges him at every turn, winning unexpected bets and forcing him to rethink what it truly means to win—not just in competition, but in love and life.
Jenny & Jay - Volume 1 is the first installment in a five-novel New Adult series, following the lives of five childhood friends—Johnny Simmons, Paul, Brian, Aaron, and Daryl—all competitive swimmers bound by their deep friendship and relentless drive to win. While romance plays a central role, this is not a simple on-again, off-again love story; instead, the series explores the evolving relationships, rivalries, and personal growth of these young men as they navigate life, love, and ambition.
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Chapter: Chapter 29.4“I’m going to bed. Tomorrow’s going to be a long day,” I said as I headed upstairs.“Mom, could you please take the pillow and blanket from my room and wash my exgirl’s scent out of them?In my room, I erased every trace of Jenny from my phone and laptop, transferring her photos onto a small pendrive. Amber might need them someday, so I tucked it into my wardrobe, with no intention of taking it with me. By the time I’d wiped Jenny from my life for good, the phone rang.I stepped out of my room at the same time Amber did.“What happened?” Amber asked.“It was Julie,” Dad said after hanging up the phone. “The girl still hasn’t come home, and her phone’s off. Julie didn’t even know about the breakup. Daniel’s asking around—as soon as he finishes his victory dance,” he added, worry etched into his voice.“Who cares,” I said mockingly, though I was actually really anxious. “She probably finally got to try that one-night stand she always dreamed of.”Amber’s slap landed hard across my face.
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Chapter: Chapter 29.3“Exactly what I said. Let’s end it. This relationship. Right here, right now. If you’re already trying to wear the pants, that’s not going to change later. Sooner or later, you’ll come up with something else I didn’t get a say in.”“So only things you decide can happen in your life?” she asked, a hint of sarcasm in her voice.“Yes, Babe. That’s what makes me the man. I want to be the one to ask my girlfriend to move in, or to marry me—not just go along with it when she feels like it,” I said, my tone sharp, almost mocking.She, on the other hand, was growing calmer.“Messyhair, you do realize that if you make this decision, I won’t be there for you ever again? Not even if you need me?” she asked gently.“I’ll manage,” I snapped. “I’ll find someone who will.”The moment I said it, I regretted it—but I couldn’t take it back.Jenny sat down on the edge of the bed in silence.She tapped on her phone for a few seconds, her face unreadable, then calmly slipped on her shoes.I paced the room
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Chapter: Chapter 29.2Grandpa and Grandma arrived over the weekend; Jenny wasn’t expected until the afternoon.“How are you?” I greeted Kevin, who just shrugged.“Eve?” I asked. “Did you two move in together?”“Yeah,” he sighed. “Now she’s planning the wedding.”“Boys,” Grandpa stepped over, “nothing good ever comes from letting someone else wear the pants.”“What do you mean by that?” I asked.“You’re the men. It’s your job to propose when the time is right,” he said.“Don’t move in with a girl just because it’s cheaper, and never let yourself be financially dependent on them.”“Eve doesn’t support me—Mom and Dad still pay for my stuff,” Kevin said defensively.“I know, son,” Grandpa smiled. “But your girlfriend’s already mapped out your entire future. Am I right?”Kevin nodded.“She wants to wait until after school to have kids,” he added.“And what about you, son?” Grandpa asked. “What do you want?”“I don’t mind living together—it’s convenient—but I don’t want anything more,” Kevin said.“I don’t want
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Chapter: Chapter 29.1 (18+)The next day after lunch, we packed up and drove home. “You were right, Aaron,” I said once we were in the car. “We should do this again next year.” “Only if everyone sorts out their nonsense by then,” Brian added quietly, glancing at me. We drove home in good spirits, dropped everyone off, and returned the cars to the rental place. Brian dropped Jenny off at her house, then me at mine. “Start fixing what you messed up,” he said before heading inside. I crossed the street. “Son, good timing,” Mom said as she was setting the table. “Help me get dinner ready.” “How was it?” Amber asked. “We won,” I said proudly. Everyone looked genuinely surprised. “Amber told us about the little girl’s plan. How did you pull it off?” Dad asked. I gave them a quick rundown of the story. “So basically, you lost,” Dad laughed. “She knew about my past,” I said after a short pause. “Some of my exes shared it with her—and we weren’t even dating yet.” “Then you should be grateful she even talks
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Chapter: Chapter 28.13“Sure, let’s go,” I said, trying to pull myself together in the elevator.We took the usual two cars.I drove in silence.“Jay, we’re still good for what we talked about?” Daryl asked.“Of course. Just let me know when.”“What’s wrong?” Brian asked after we got out and the others went inside.Perks of childhood friendship.“Nothing,” I said shortly. “Why would anything be wrong? I just found out today that my girlfriend thinks I’m not serious—but otherwise, everything’s great.”“Dude, if you’ve been constantly telling her how much of an idiot you are, then don’t be surprised. But I think you can still turn it around—especially if she still loves you,” he laughed and went inside.I followed quietly. He was right.“You’re back?” Jenny asked, touching her nose. “Everything okay?” she added, gently brushing my cheek.She always saw right through me.“I just love you so much,” I sighed.“Then you’re in luck,” she smiled, “because I love you just as much. And I’d love it if you asked me to
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Chapter: Chapter 28.12“You promised him you wouldn’t wear one?” Paul asked.“Not exactly.” Her face was perfectly composed. “I was little when he bought me a ring—a cute little ladybug one for kids. Years later, it broke, though I wasn’t wearing it anymore by then. He told me not to be sad, that one day I’d get another one just as meaningful. The next day, he never came home.”I could see how much effort it took her to stay calm.Paul noticed too.“So you’ll only wear that one,” Paul concluded.“Exactly.” She softened a bit with a smile.“Babe, did you get anything for yourself?” I asked, needing to steer the conversation elsewhere.“Yes, I’ll show you later.”She was back to her usual self, then stood and walked into the store.“What was that?” Brian asked.“Jane doesn’t believe in their relationship,” Paul said. “I suspected it, though she never talked about it openly.”“Wait, why not?” Brian was clearly behind.“Probably because of the long-distance thing, right Jay?” Paul asked.“Partly. And because I w
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Jenny & Jay - Volume 2
Jenny & Jay - Volume 2
After the breakup...
Johnny Simmons thrives on competition—whether in the pool, in playful bets, or in charming his way through life. He’s used to being in control, but when Jane Shepperd enters his world, she proves to be an unexpected challenge.
Assigned to his study group, Jane is sharp, unfiltered, and unimpressed by his usual charm. Their first real interaction is filled with witty banter, subtle tension, and a clash of personalities that leaves Johnny both frustrated and intrigued.
Jenny & Jay - Volume 2 is the second installment in a five-novel New Adult series, following the lives of five childhood friends—Johnny Simmons, Paul, Brian, Aaron, and Daryl—all competitive swimmers bound by their deep friendship and relentless drive to win. While romance plays a central role, this is not a simple on-again, off-again love story; instead, the series explores the evolving relationships, rivalries, and personal growth of these young men as they navigate life, love, and ambition.
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Chapter: Chapter 08.04On Monday morning, we headed to school, but I knew that during the week, I’d only see her in the evenings because of the shop.“Where were you this weekend, Jay?” Phil asked before class.“With my girlfriend.”“You got a girlfriend pretty fast,” he laughed.“Luckily, that’s never been a problem,” I laughed. I didn’t feel like telling them who she was.Until midweek, our evenings together at her place were all we had. Once Paul returned, I usually slept at the dorm. A few more months, and we’d be together every day anyway.On Friday, after school, I drove us home—we took one car, so we had time to talk.“Babe,” I starte
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Chapter: Chapter 08.03We barely slept that night, and even during the day, we spent all our time together. But for dinner, she dressed beautifully, wearing her old green-and-silver dress. I had reserved a table at an Asian restaurant on the edge of the park near us. Since the weather was nice and the distance was short, we walked.“Do you like Brian and Mayoko’s apartment?” I asked as we strolled.“I do,” she said. “It’s not a cheap area, but Paul and Brian can afford it.”“Would you live here with me?” I asked, watching her reaction.“W-with you?” she asked, surprised. “I just officially became your girlfriend,” she laughed.“Not now,” I said. “In the future.”“That’s still far off,” she smiled.
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Chapter: Chapter 09.01Slowly, my life at university settled into a rhythm.Daryl and Aaron found out I transferred here, and they were happy about it. I spent several evenings a week at my girlfriend’s place, swam in the mornings, met up with our friends weekly, and once a month, I went home to do house calls with Uncle Steve. Jenny would either translate or study, but she always came home with me. After she and Adam finished negotiations, she only took on interpreting jobs in rare cases.I was balanced and happy, and my girlfriend shone more brightly each day. She was finally starting to believe that I truly loved her. I was sure plenty of people tried to win her over, but I trusted her completely.At university, no one knew I was Uncle Steve’s apprentice, but in every lecture, I had to be able to answer at least one of his personalized questions.“Are we going to the game tomorrow?” Da
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Chapter: Chapter 08.02 (18+)On Friday evening, I went to my girlfriend’s place for an early dinner. She had set the table and prepared a meal, looking just as stunning as she had every other day that week.I handed her the flowers I’d brought, kissed her after slipping off my shoes, and she smiled.“Sit down,” she said, gesturing toward the dining table.“Babe.” I grinned as she started serving, but I didn’t sit. “You do realize that dinner doesn’t necessarily mean dinner?” I laughed.“I thought you were hungry,” she said, cheeks heating as I wrapped my arms around her from behind.“Put everything in the fridge,” I murmured, trailing slow kisses up her neck. “We won’t be eating for a while. I’m craving something else more.”Within minutes, the table was cleared. We kissed breathlessly as I led her to the bedroom. She unbuttoned my shirt while I tugged at hers. I pushed her skirt down impatiently, my hands greedy, while she slipped out gracefully, smirking at my rush.When we reached her bed, I laid her down and
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Chapter: Chapter 08.01The following week, I only called Jenny late Monday night after she had closed the shop, and we set up another date for Tuesday. According to her, the shop had opened successfully, and Adam had finalized the negotiations. At least we wouldn’t have to hear about Benoit anymore.On Tuesday evening, we met in the park—it wasn’t far for either of us. She was wearing a short skirt again, paired with boots, but this time, her top was even more revealing.“Babe,” I said after she kissed me, “are you trying to drive me crazy with these outfits?” I laughed.“Is it working?” she asked with a mischievous smile.“Oh, absolutely,” I said. “I’m losing my mind over you.”“Good,” she laughed.Our date wasn’t particularly eventful—we mostly talked and kissed on a secluded bench. We agreed to meet there every afternoon.The next day, everyone arrived early for Uncle Steve’s class. I took the same seat as last week—I no longer felt the need to sit lower. As soon as he walked in, the room fell silent.“We
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Chapter: Chapter 07.08We walked back through the park, and I refused to let go of her hand. It was already dusk, and the streetlights cast a warm glow over the path.“Why have you been so uncertain lately?” I asked as we walked.“Because I’m confused,” she admitted quietly. “I hoped you wouldn’t stay at that faraway university—it was a bad idea even without considering me,” she said in her beloved know-it-all tone. “But I have no idea what you want from me. If you had told me everything at the end of summer, we wouldn’t have had to set all those rules, and I wouldn’t have been so flustered at Brian’s place.”“I love that I can still make you flustered,” I said, stopping under a large tree.I leaned against the trunk and gently pulled her close. I lifted her chin so she would look at me.“I never stopped loving you,” I said, losing myself in her beau
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