Hi, all main characters in this story are work of fiction and above 18 years old. This story is a slowburn at the beginning but the pacing in terms of sex does pick up at around Chapter 4. Hopefully you guys have as much fun reading this story as I had when writing it.
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Chapter 3: Uncharted Life
I must admit, the owner of the body I'm currently in, Xander, sounds like a complete brat. But more importantly, I'm told that there are higher dimensional beings, magic, and souls, and they all actually exist?! The information overload is too much and I considered just driving to my home and beating up Xander who's currently in my body.
Wait...that would be just beating myself up, it wouldn't work. But i could skip school and drive to my home, it is only about an hour away from Xander's college.
It is pretty funny, but I work for the Hundred Pines Community College District or HCCD. It is actually an hour away from where Xander lives, our school district actually manages Xander's college. And to make matters even funnier, I visited OakPalm College on several occasions, and I kind of know the general structure of this campus.
I remembered how Xander said that this body switch thing would only last one day. Curiosity again got the best of me, and I decided to play along with this mess of fate and live out the hot stud's life for a day.
As I got out of the car, I couldn't help but feel the power of Xander's body. It was full of energy and strength, it just make me feel a sense of confidence and superiority that I never have experienced before.
Using the muscle memories of Xander's body, I headed to presumably Xander's locker, and when using the lock combination that Xander just gave me, I was able to open the locker. I saw the tome that Xander was talking about. It was a leathered book with strange symbols and patterns on the front and back.
As I touched the book, a series of chants, words, spells, and tongue twisters flooded into my brain. The overwhelming knowledge caused me to collapse to the ground, and when I regained consciousness several seconds later, I notice that people were darting at me with weird and concerned eyes.
I looked at my hands again to see that the tome was nowhere to be found. Well, that isn't the strangest thing I experienced today, I again chuckled to myself.
Strangely I know what the first class to attend is, the first lecture is college algebra taught by Mrs. Rodriguez, a middle-aged woman with spectacles perched on her nose. If I recall correctly she has a master's in Mathematics. A really smart woman if you ask me.
I began to head towards the math and science building where the class was held. On my way there the hallway bustled with teenage and young adult chatter as students hurriedly made their way to their respective classes. Navigating through the crowded corridors, I couldn't shake off the surreal feeling of being an imposter in this unfamiliar body. I was Xander—or at least, occupying his physical form—but the memories, the experiences, they weren't mine. I guess you can say the imposter syndrome is literally real in this case.
With each step, I tried to blend in, adopting the mannerisms and gestures that I thought seemed natural to Xander. Yet, deep down, a sense of disconnection lingered. Who was I, really? And what had happened to the person whose body I now inhabited?
As I entered the classroom, the sea of faces turned towards me, their gazes a mix of curiosity and indifference. It was as if I were a blank slate, devoid of a past, a history that defined me. I took a seat at an empty desk, acutely aware of the weight of my secret. How could I explain my sudden appearance, my transformation, without being dismissed as insane?
The professor, Mrs. Rodriguez began the day's lesson. My mind, however, was consumed by a maelstrom of thoughts. I couldn't concentrate on the math equations scrawled across the whiteboard. Instead, I tried to recall any information about Xander—his friends, his interests, anything that could offer clues to my new life. Some of his memories I can access easily, while others I'm having a hard time doing as if some type of mental block was placed there to restrict my access.
An opportunity presented itself during the lunch break. I spotted a group of students huddled together, engrossed in animated conversation. Recognizing one of them as Ethan's best friend, Jake, I approached with a tentative smile.
"Hey, Jake," I greeted him, hoping my voice didn't betray my inner turmoil.
He turned to face me, his eyes narrowing with confusion. "Do I know you?" he asked, furrowing his brow.
"Uh, yeah, it's me, Xandeer," I replied, my voice tinged with uncertainty. "Just... feeling a bit off today."
A mixture of surprise and concern washed over Jake's face. "Dude, you don't look like yourself. Are you feeling alright?"
"Long story," I muttered, glancing around to ensure no one else overheard. "Can we talk somewhere private?"
Jake hesitated for a moment before nodding. "Sure, follow me."
We found an empty classroom, and I took a deep breath, preparing myself to reveal the truth. I recounted the bizarre events that had unfolded—the enigmatic humanoid, the body switch, and my bewildering predicament. Jake listened intently, his eyes widening with each passing sentence.
"You're saying you're not Xander, but someone else inside his body?" Jake exclaimed, disbelief etched across his face.
"Yes, it sounds insane, I know," I replied, desperation lacing my words. "But you've known me for years, Jake. You have to believe me."
He studied my face, searching for any signs of deceit. After a moment, he sighed and shook his head. "I don't know how or why this is happening, but... I trust you, man. We'll figure this out together."
Relief flooded over me, grateful for Jake's support amidst the chaos. We spent the rest of the lunch break brainstorming ideas, attempting to unravel the mystery that had entangled our lives. From researching supernatural occurrences to consulting local legends, we left no stone unturned in our quest for answers.
To our disappointment nothing came up, there wasn't anything remotely close to what could describe or help with my situation.
It was then I felt my phone buzz, the real Xander using my phone sent me another text.
Hey bro, you got a sick office, a little bland for a gay dude, but I uhh enjoyed it. By the way, do go to the bar this evening, please, I need you to be there to cheer up my man Jordan. We're going to help him to ask his crush out tonight.
I didn't know what to think of this text. I asked Jake about their plans tonight as he is also in the boy's chat. He told me they are actually going to a gay bar, and to hype up the only gay member of their friend group Jordan to ask his crush out. His crush is someone named Bard, and they somehow found out he's gonna be there tonight so Xander and Jake came up with the idea to help Jordan out and play matchmaker.
I understood the good intentions of Xander, but what did Jake mean as the only gay member of their friend group? Does this mean that they do not know that Xander is gay? Wait, has Xander ever come out to anyone yet? I tried to search Xander's memories of coming out, but there was nothing.
Oh shit! I thought to myself, thinking back to the interactions I've had with Xander's little sister this morning, I might have accidentally outed him to his little sister.
Jake told me that they plan on going to the bar at around 9:30 PM, so I had time to go home, take a shower, change outfits, and then go. It was only noon right now, and Xander's last class ends at 4PM
The rest of the day passed in a blur of classes, interactions, and trying to navigate Xander's life. I found myself surrounded by friends, engaged in conversations, and even invited to a party that evening. It was a whirlwind of new experiences and emotions, and I couldn't help but be captivated by the temporary thrill of living someone else's life. Is this why Xander wanted to switch his life with me?