Elite Rebels

INTRODUCTIONS

"No problem, sorry for the hit by the way, how's your head?" He inquired, a frown marred his face as he spoke of the accident.

"No need to apologise, you aren't the one who hit me with the ball." I shrugged my shoulders, an action that would have caused a light chastise from mother if she were to saw it.

"It's just...I feel bad, that's just how Jordan is, to everyone."

I narrowed my eyes, "Is that supposed to make me feel better about his brazen attitude?"

The guy shook his head frantically, "No of course not! What I mean is, he doesn't get along with everyone here. The guys on the team respect him as captain but not all are fond of him."

I nodded my head, not fully taking in what the guy was saying, all that was on my mind was to put a stop to this conversation and walk away.

"...the Chandler Corporation is the biggest shareholder of this school which explains why he-"

"Chandler Corporation?" I repeated, my eyebrow raised in slight surprise.

"The one and only." The guy confirmed.

The missing dots finally connected as it came to light that Jordan Chandler was not only a spoiled rich boy attending a private school, but also the sole heir to his family's prestigious business.

His father, Charlie Chandler, was a well respected businessman in the industry. Their company construct buildings to sell to their clients, occasionally buying plots of land for investment.

According to rumours, Jordan was seen associating only to his tight knitted group of friends, the closest one being Tyler Bennette who he practically grew up with.

"And you are...?" I asked, realising the guy had not yet introduced himself.

"Dustin, Dustin Maxwell." The self introduction was also accompanied with a full-blown teeth baring smile, much like those seen on television for a toothpaste commercial.

"You must have a really dazzling life, Dustin." I commented, my poor attempt at a joke since his family owned Maxwell Mines.

Albeit, Dustin looked like he had somehow understood the joke since he gave a deep throaty laugh, the genuine kind that could touch the heart of a lonely soul.

"Speak for yourself Liana, having famous designer parents sound pretty cool to me." His tone was not spiteful and his posture seemed relaxed, like one would be when having a casual conversation with a friend.

A friend...

I internally shook my head and dismissed the thought, past experiences have taught me that the bigger the expectations, the greater the disappointments.

"Nothing spectacular. Look, class is about to start and I don't want to be late, so I'll get going first if you don't mind?" It was a rhetorical question, a chance of escape from the normal conversation with Dustin, which was utterly unusual for me.

People could just never hold a civil conversation with me, thus the fact that Dustin was able to do so confused my brain beyond words.

Giving a half hearted smile, I spun on my heels and stalked off in the opposite direction before he could reply, absolutely clueless to where I was heading.

When I was some distance away, Dustin yelled a few words that stopped me in my tracks.

"See you later Liana!"

A second went by, then two, before I exhaled a breath. Those simple letters, loaded with such an obvious literal message, have managed to touch the heart of a lonely soul yet again.

"Hopefully not, Dustin."

♛

Hope you guys enjoyed this chappie although I wasn't very satisfied with it, I just wanted to upload it before the new year begins but I'll edit it soon!

2019 is starting in less than 2 hours for me (!!) I am not sure how I am supposed to feel but cheers to a good year ahead everyone!

Don't forget to vote and comment for an extra touch of luck in 2019;)

xoxo,
xuan