Taking Down My Psycho Prankster Roommate

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My roommate was a prankster. One summer, while rock climbing together, he secretly untied my safety rope to amuse my girlfriend. My girlfriend laughed heartily at the sight of me dangling in mid-air. Immediately after, I fell from a great height and fractured my spine. Seeing me speechless from the pain, my roommate sneered, "It was just a joke. I didn't realize his physical fitness was so poor. What an embarrassment to us sports students."

After my injury, my lower body was paralyzed, my future was ruined, and I suffered from depression. I wanted to pursue criminal charges against my roommate, but my girlfriend stopped me, "You're already paralyzed. Do you really want Noah to not graduate?"

The day they publicly announced their relationship, I maneuvered my wheelchair and, in despair, jumped from the rooftop. When I reopened my eyes, I was back on the day of the rock climbing incident.

Jacob, youre so grounded, you dont suit such stylish climbing shoes. Can I try them on?

My roommate, Noah,s voice echoed in my ears, startling me into a cold sweat. I quickly checked my hands and feetthey moved freely; I wasnt paralyzed. Had I been reborn? In my previous life, after suffering academic setbacks and romantic betrayal, I chose an extreme way to end my life. But unexpectedly, I was reborn, back to the day of the rock climbing trip that summer.

Seeing me in a daze, Noah sounded a little impatient. Jacob, what are you staring at? Youre not pretending to be deaf because you dont want to lend me these shoes, are you?

My thoughts were pulled back. I nodded. Of course. I added, Try them on, go ahead.

I had asked a friend abroad to buy these climbing shoes; they werent cheap, and I hadnt even worn them once myself. Noahs spirits immediately lifted. He grabbed the shoes and started putting them on. These shoes arent cheap, right? Too bad youre so unfashionable. Even the most expensive shoes look like bargain bin items on you. He continued, My style suits their price better. Noah strutted in front of the mirror, posing with the shoes, making my stomach churn. If not for legal restraints, I would have long ago kicked him off the balcony. But I knew I couldnt. And besides, if Clara found out, she wouldn't let me get away with it.

In my previous life, it was she who prevented me from pursuing criminal charges against Noah. She said Noah was her best friend and just liked to joke around. But if Noah had been the one injured, I suspect Clara would have still sided with Noah without hesitation.

Regardless, I had to find a way to prevent myself from being harmed again in this life. Clara and I were top students at the Metropolis Sports Academy. After a training session, the coach approached me, wanting me to participate in the schools special selection competition for the national team. Joining the national team was every sports students dream. But there was only one spot, and my performance was more consistent. So, I followed his advice and signed up for the competition.

But unexpectedly, Claras mother unilaterally canceled my registration. Jacob, if youre serious about Clara, you need to plan for the future. What about the national team? Even if you join, what then? Can it buy you a car or a house? Dont get me wrong, but how many young couples have fallen apart because of reality? She pressed, Besides, national team training is too demanding. If you neglect Clara, arent you afraid shell be snatched away by someone else? Love without money is just a pile of sand. I hope you can be down-to-earth and not waste your time on these things.

After hearing these words, I was a little confused. But, Mrs. Thorne, if I join the national team, Ill have the chance to bring glory to our country in the future. Thats also my dream. I questioned, Do I have to give up my dream to be with Clara? Besides, I dont think a marriage where one party is sacrificed for the other can last.

But before I could finish, she interrupted me. Oh, why wont you listen, child? Im doing this for your own good. She continued, Look at Noah, hes about your age and already preparing to take over his familys company. I dont expect you to achieve anything grand, but at least dont let my Clara feel embarrassed in public, alright?

In my previous life, even though I was unwilling, for Claras sake, I still gave up this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. And the one who ultimately joined the national team was Clara. Three years later, with her beautiful looks, she became a well-known female athlete in the sports world. It wasnt until she won an international competition and excitedly embraced Noah that I discovered I had only paved the way for someone else. If not for that accident, if I hadnt given up the national team selection, would everything have been different?

Taking back what they stole seemed more impactful than mere revenge. This time, I wanted to see what kind of trouble these two would stir up without me, the naive fool.

While I was lost in thought, Noah had already skillfully put on my climbing shoes. He also casually slipped into my new windbreaker. Anyone who didn't know would think these were his. Just then, Noah took a call, then turned to urge me, "Jacob, are you ready? Clara's rushing us to come down."

I looked at his outfit, a bit displeased. "You've taken my new climbing shoes and windbreaker. What am I supposed to wear?"

A hint of sarcasm flashed in Noah's eyes. "Just wear the old ones you have on." He added, "Besides, new shoes have a break-in period. I'm doing this for your own good. I'll give them back to you once I've broken them in." With that, Noah pulled me out.

Downstairs, Clara embraced me, her face a shy flush. She mysteriously pulled open a corner of her backpack, whispering, "Jacob, today's our third anniversary, and I've prepared a surprise for you~" I looked down, instantly blushing to my ears, as it was a black lace, sexy nightgown. In the years Clara and I had been together, she had always been rather aloof. The me of the previous life, immersed in the surprise of Clara's change in attitude towards me, didn't even notice that Noah, standing nearby, had already turned grim. It turned out that in the previous life, the reason he played that prank during the climb was entirely out of jealousy. He called it a joke, but in reality, it was deliberate.

Clara saw me stunned and silent, and chided, Jacob, why are you spacing out?

On this day in my previous life, I was truly happy, my mind filled with anticipation for the climbing to end quickly. Later, when we were almost at the top of the rock, Clara, probably tired, frowned and seemed unhappy. Noah, trying to cheer Clara up, actually secretly untied my safety rope. My foot slipped, and I fell. Because only a thin rope at the top was protecting me, I swung a few times in the air like a kite. I instantly broke into a cold sweat, but unexpectedly, Clara actually laughed heartily at my appearance. Immediately after, I heard the sound of the rope breaking, and I plummeted directly from mid-air. My waist, unfortunately, hit a protruding rock on the ground. The intense pain almost made me faint.

Several classmates who were climbing with us rushed over to check my injuries. But Noah stood nearby, arms crossed, with a sneer. I was just joking. I didnt expect Jacob, a sports student, to have such poor physical fitness. He added, However, seeing Clara smile made it worth it. He continued, Its common to get bumps and scrapes during school training. He should be fine, right? The student organizing the climbs face darkened, and he quickly called for an ambulance, taking me to the hospital. Seeing the doctors tightly furrowed brows, my heart instantly sank. The doctor said my spine was fractured, and it might be difficult for me to stand again in the future.

Noah, upon learning this, was incredibly shocked. He feigned an apology, threatening to jump from the fifth floor to atone for my injury. Clara quickly pulled him back, gently comforting him and saying it was just an accident. But had she forgotten that I was the one who needed comfort after being injured?

After the surgery, Claras mother also rushed over. Upon hearing about my injuries, her eyes immediately reddened. Jacob, youve truly suffered. She chastised, Noah is truly something; hes always loved pranks, with no sense of proportion. Quickly apologize to Jacob.

I endured the pain, saying coldly, No need for an apology. Let the police handle this. Whether intentional or accidental, I hope the police can give me justice.

Unexpectedly, as soon as I finished speaking, Clara was displeased. Jacob, Noah and I grew up together. I know his joke went a bit too far this time, but its not enough to send him to the police station, is it? When we get married later, well be seeing each other often; how awkward would that be? She continued, I know youre sad, but the doctor said that with diligent rehabilitation, theres still a chance of recovery. You can take this opportunity to rest well. Dont worry, Ill take good care of you.

At this moment, Claras mother also interjected, Noahs uncle is a major client of our company. If you fall out with the King family over such a small matter, where would our familys reputation stand afterward? She pressed, If you call the police, youre slapping my face. I absolutely wont allow such a thing to happen!

I tried to say something more, but Clara cut me off again. Jacob, your spine is already broken anyway. Why bother ruining my familys cooperation with the King family over this? She continued, Noah truly didnt mean it. Hes like my younger brother, just a bit mischievous. I hope you can treat him like a younger brother too. She added, Besides, were all classmates, and Noah is younger than you. Cant you forgive him this once?

After Clara spoke, I was so angry I couldnt speak. I was only a month older than Noah; why should I bear the consequences of his prank? Yet in my previous life, I was so utterly foolish that I followed Claras advice. Later, when Clara accompanied me for rehabilitation, she became increasingly perfunctory. I also developed depression from sitting in a wheelchair for so long.

It wasn't until Valentine's Day that Clara didn't come home all night. In the early morning, I scrolled through Noah's social media post. It was a photo of him and Clara kissing. Claras ring finger still bore a sparkling diamond ring. The caption: Finally upgraded from boyfriend to husband. Please guide me for the rest of our lives.

After seeing it, I maneuvered my wheelchair and leaped from the rooftop. This life, no matter what, I would not let such a tragedy befall me again.