No drama for awhile.
Let's keep it light and simple. ^_^
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“I should start finding a new name and identity! Do you think Anastasia Steele is a good name for me?” Elina asked in mocked horror
We were sitting on the bench near the Arts and Literature building, watching other students walk in and out of the said building. It’s the last day of the first semester which means the day of the release of results for the final exams in Uni before students go home and spend their holidays with family and friends.
Excited is an understatement for me. I’m beginning to feel more energized and happy thinking that in less than twenty four hours, I’ll be seeing the most important people in my life. Yes, that’s obviously mom, dad and my sister, Ruby.
The exams were quite hard but frankly there no such thing as an easy exam so why give a big fuss about it. I can’t say that I perfect it but I know in my heart, I did my part and made sure that I’ll pass every single one of it. I owe my education to my parents, the least I could do is to study hard and focus on it.
But I guess, I haven’t been focusing most of the time.
Scarlet! Forget about it!
You’ll pass all your exams and you will go home with a smile on your face!
“...or Katniss Everdeen? Hmmm” Elina continued her rant with her hands on her chin in deep thought, “Oh! How about Hannah Montana?” She chirped
I rolled my eyes, “Can you get anymore obvious as a Miley fan?”
She gasped, her hands over her mouth, “I am not a Miley fan!” She denied, “I’m just finding a new name for me in case I failed my business subject and Eng. Lit. I so hate Mr. Cooper now!” She frowned
I just giggled at her. I can’t disagree with that. Mr. Cooper, the wise and giver of confusing quotes as he is, made our lives a living hell during our exams. One hundred item essay! And it’s all about poems and well, literature. I think we all suffered from internal hemorrhage after that. And that annoying yet hot professor had a wicked grin the entire time until the last second of the exams.
I wasn’t able to talk to him yet but surely, he’ll get a piece of hell we experienced when I see him.
What kind of hell is that?
Oh god! My annoying voice is really a perv!
“Scarlet? Are you listening?” El snapped her finger infront of me
I shook my head and gazed at her, “Sorry, I’m always zoning out lately aren’t’ I?” I asked, smiling sheepishly
“Yes you are” She pouted but with a hint of amusement in her eyes, “Anyway, as I was asking you awhile back, why aren’t you flipping about the final results? On second thought, you’re smart of course you’re not scared about failing ‘coz obviously you won’t fail. Stupid me” She just giggled and I gave her a confused look
“Your craziness seems levelling up” I pondered, “You just asked a question and answer it yourself. I think you need help” I suggested trying to look serious
She glared at me but her face turned bright as her sparkly eyes darted behind my back, “If it means asking for help on that hot man, well, I’ll even tie myself for him” She muttered dreamily
Oh for the love of God!
Grimacing, I whirled my head to look at the person she was referring and there walking confidently was Mr. Cooper with all his manliness and hotness. He was wearing a tight white v-neck shirt with black leather jacket over it, dark jeans and black combat boots. His hair was tousled due to breeze brought by winter but he managed to look sexy. His get-up reminded me when I thought of him as a member of a gang and a killer. Oh the embarrassing times.
“You two look beautiful young ladies” Mr. Cooper complimented gentlemanly with a playful smile when he had reached us
“And you’re hot” Elina mumbled bluntly like she was enchanted by Mr. Cooper, well, most girls do. They were checking him out like they just saw him for the first time. And to think Elina just said moments ago that she hates him. Mr. Cooper just chuckled on El’s remark and shook his head.
If she said that to Raf, he’ll surely agree making his ego and head bigger. And I think I should stop thinking about him!
“Why are you wearing your bad boy clothes?” I asked trying to divert my thoughts
He gazed at me and smirked, “’Coz it’s the official start of vacation which means I can wear my usual attire and not the Mr. Professor get-up”
“You look hot on both attire” Elina piped in, still in her dreamy state
I groaned and pinched her side getting a yelped from her, “I thought you said you hate him” I hissed
“I didn’t say that” She denied exaggeratedly
“You did!”
“Did I?”
“Yes!”
She thought for a minute, “Nope, can’t remember”
“Argh!” I gripped my already long red hair in frustration, “You’re insufferable”
She just scoffed then batted her eyelashes to a laughing Mr. Cooper.
“Why exactly does she hate me?” He asked, smiling widely
“Ask your one hundred exam essay!” I snapped then looked around as some people glanced in our direction
He laughed more seeing my expression getting more attention from the people. Some girls were glaring at us. Like what the hell?! Their quite big jealous fans of Mr. Cooper. I thought I’m pass that phase already. With all the girls pouncing at Raf.
Stop thinking about him!
“It’s an exercise for the mind to keep your brain cells functioning. If I gave an exam with multiple choice, my students won’t strive to think since they can just pick any letter. They might even fail. While in an essay type, you will surely get a score” He explained
There goes the wise professor again.
“I totally agree” Elina beamed then sighed dreamily
I just rolled my eyes at the two.
“Oh by the way” Mr. Cooper clicked his tongue then held a rectangular box at me. It was covered in Christmas wrapper. A gift? “This is for you”
For me?
“It’s a gift for you” He continued answering my thoughts while I was just staring at the box with furrowed eyebrows, “From KD”
I instantly smiled hearing Kaiden’s name, “Aww, really? He’s such a sweet kid” I took the box returning Mr. Cooper’s smile
“Open it” He commanded
I glanced at him, to Elina then back to the gift I’m holding. It’s quite heavy and big. This is the first gift I got as the holidays start. Smiling like a kid, I opened the wrapper and hear Mr. Cooper chuckling to himself when I was almost done unwrapping it. I held out KD’s gift with a frown but tried to smile looking at Mr. Cooper.
“Uh... Thank you?” I questioned instead of stating it. This is Mr. Cooper’s idea!
“I don’t get it” Elina looked confused, “Why did he give you a dictionary?”
Mr. Cooper laughed running a hand through his hair while I pouted at him cursing under my breath.
“KD said you should read more words so he can at least have a nice competition when you two will play scrabble” He teased, smirking
“Yeah, I will do that” I grumbled, glaring at him
“You lost to a seven year old kid?” Elina gasped with mocked disappointment
“Laugh and tease all you want” I stuck my tongue out and they just laughed more. I joined at them feeling really happy at this moment.
I just hope it will always be like this, now that... stop thinking! Sighing mentally I pushed my thoughts away and roamed my eyes around the University. Accept change and adapt, these are things I should do and most definitely will do. Things will work out fine even if it’s slowly happens. Step by step...
“I should get going” Mr. Cooper announced, “I still have grades of my students to pass and by the end of the day, you can see it online” He hinted while Elina looked scared
He gave a nod at Elina and stopped at my side before he walked past me, “Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving”
There goes the quote giver again.
But it did help.
“Thank you” I whispered with a smile while he just winked. He walked towards the parking lot with a ‘Happy Holidays’ as his last goodbye
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“Oh my God! Are you crying?” I cried staring at Elina while she was busy wiping her eyes, tearing up.
Some people were weirdly staring at us like Elina and I were in a relationship and I was breaking up with her. I don’t like these weird attentions. We were standing at the waiting area of the airport as the first call for flight to New York was called. Elina kept pestering me that she wanted to come with me in the airport so she can say goodbye before I went back home. She’ll be going back to L.A. tomorrow since she’s still waiting for her results.
“I can’t help it” She sniffed, “We won’t see each other for more than two weeks, I’ll miss you dear roommate”
I sighed but gave her a small smile, “Come here” We hugged and I grimaced thinking that the people staring at us might thought we’re doing PDA. Eew! “You’re the cry baby here but I’ll miss you too especially your craziness”
She just chuckled, “I’ll just give your present next semester or maybe I’ll just send it in your house”
“Aww, you don’t have to” I cooed, “What do you want as a Christmas present?”
She pulled away and looked at my eyes, “Hot male, about 5’11 to 6’ feet tall, blue eyes, brown hair, nice smile with dimples–okay! Anything will do” She grinned while I was staring daggers at her
“I can be that present but I have no dimples” A very manly voice spoke behind me. A smile went its way to my lips when I turned to look at him.
“Not saying goodbye?” Rupert asked cocking an eyebrow at me and pouting his lips looking like a kid. Another hot male showing infront of me again. He looked really fresh and awesomely handsome wearing a gray shirt with a dark blue leather jacket, white sneakers and his hands on either side of his jeans’ pocket.
“Sorry, I didn’t have time and I thought you’re also busy with the finals so I didn’t bother you” I explained
He tilted his head to side, some of his hair that’s also longer now went to his eyes, “Apology accepted” He spoke softly then smiled making his handsome face brighter
Who would’ve thought I’ll make friends with two gorgeous men and a crazy yet funny and beautiful roommate. I returned his smile and thought that my decision was starting to be fairly great.
I heard the second call of my flight making me frown at Elina and Rupert. Elina hugged me again and we said goodbyes. I turned to Rupert who held his arms with a wide smile. I approached him as he enveloped me with his big arms.
“Take care of yourself” He whispered at my ear, “I’ll see you soon”
I was confused at his words but didn’t asked him, “You too” I mumbled at the crook of his neck and pulled away from him to see him gazing down at me with those mesmerizing blue eyes
With last goodbyes, I walked towards the line and glanced back at them. They were watching me, Elina wiping her eyes like a drama queen and Rupert held his arm up and waved at me. I smiled at them then turned back.
I was staring out at the window, watching some planes and people moving here and there. It’s a long flight from here to New York, might as well sleep and take a rest. Knowing my family, they would keep me busy. During holidays, we would always do a lot of things and spend time together since it’s only our time to do this. Every year, we host a party in our house inviting our relatives, friends and my parents’ colleagues. Mom would cook her famous delicacies and dad would give gifts to each and everyone dressed like Santa Claus.
I sighed thinking that Raf and his mom will definitely be invited. I don’t want my parents to know that Raf and I are no longer bestfriends. Ruby knows and she was proud that I already confessed my feelings for him. She didn’t comment on my decision of cutting my friendship with Raf. She respected my decision and said that she will always be there whatever I do. And I’m thankful for her.
“Excuse me but can I sit on my seat?” A voice I very well know asked. I stiffened hearing his voice. Oh god, how I miss his voice.
Gulping a lump, I whirled my head slowly to gaze up at him. He was standing at the side of the seat with a backpack hung on his shoulder. To think, I saw two equally good-looking guys awhile back but his effect never changed in me. My heart was beating so fast and throat dry like any minute I may pass out.
He tilted his head waiting for my response, an amuse expression on his face. That brought me back to my sense and the reality.
I cleared my throat and turned serious, “What?”
He seem to think something funny as his smile turned evident on his lips showing his killer dimples, “I said, can I sit on my seat?” He uttered pronouncing the words slowly like he was talking to a toddler
He looked down on the seat next to me where my bag was placed then back to me. I glared at him and scoffed, “Just find another seat, it’s taken” I lied
What are the odds of having him be my seatmate for over six long hours of flight? Lucky me huh.
He chuckled making me furious, “But karmiy that’s my seat”
My mouth fell open hearing him say that term once again. Was he playing with me? We’ve already talked about it and I thought I clearly send him the message that I don’t want anything to do with him.
“Well I don’t want you to seat here” I snapped
He raised his eyebrow with an irritated expression, I averted my gaze on him but I can feel him staring at me. I felt my cheeks getting warmer with his stare. Damn this gay!
Suddenly, he moved walking forward. I smiled widely feeling victorious as I thought he’ll find a new seat but my face dropped when I saw him talking to a flight attendant then pointing his finger at my direction.
I stood up abruptly and stride fast towards them. I pulled him without a word, grabbing hold of his wrist. I heard him chuckle behind me while I was busy cursing myself. Grrrrrrrr!
I stopped when we were infront of our seat then faced him. He’s totally loving these with his smile that says so, “First, remove that smile on your face. Second, don’t talk to me. Third, don’t come near my seat. And fourth, don’t call me karmiy! You got that?!” I hissed counting with my fingers.
He tried to cover his laughter by doing a tight line of his lips. He gulped before turning serious, “Deal Ms. Scarlet Rose Brooks” He answered in a teasing tone
I glared at him before going back to my seat with a huff then grabbed the bag on the other so he can sit. He moved slowly until he was seated beside me.
I glanced at him and saw that he was staring at me. He wasn’t smiling but his eyes say otherwise.
“What?” I snarled
He took his phone out on his bag then started to type something. I was so confused with what he’s doing but then he suddenly showed his phone to me that says, “You didn’t tell me staring is prohibited... and grinning” I raised an eyebrow on his last word but scowled when I saw him grinning at me.
“Fifth, don’t stare and sixth, smile and grin is the same thing!” I grumbled
God help me.
He just pouted but I didn’t saw what he’s already doing as I turned my back on him and faced the window once again.
I sighed, closing my eyes. How will I forget him and my feelings if he’s always near me? And now he’s acting so strange. He seems to be his normal self once again. The jolly, funny and light gay best friend I used to have. But there’s the hint: Used to. I can still feel the pain in my heart whenever I remember his harsh words to me. And it’s all because of love. With that last thought in mind, I fell asleep.
I opened my eyes slowly, my vision was still blurry, and was about to sit upright but I realized I can’t move my head. I looked around when my vision was clear then I realized I was still in the plane. I looked at my watch seeing that I’ve slept for more than four hours. In less than two hours I will see my family. I smiled at the thought but frowned remembering my situation at hand.
I tried to fix my head but I can’t really move. My eyes widen but stopped myself to gasped as I realized I was leaning my head on Raf’s shoulder and the reason I can’t move it was because Raf’s head was leaning onto it.
How did we managed to be in this position, I have no idea but I’m positive Raf did this. He knows I love to lean onto someone when I fell asleep. I usually do that whenever we ride on a bus.
I can feel my heartbeat speeding up again but at the same time I felt comfortable like I always feel whenever he’s beside me.
I tried to wrack my brain to know what to do. I don’t even know if he’s sleeping. But he wasn’t moving and his breathing was calm and even. If he do, then it will be awkward when I wake him up and saw me leaning on his shoulder. What will I tell him, ‘I didn’t know I leaned on your shoulder’ or ‘You purposely did this!’
Crap! What should I do?
Then an idea came to me. First I need to know if he’s asleep. Slowly and silently, I opened my bag to look for my compact mirror. I raised it up and tried to see if he’s eyes were close. To my delight, his eyes were really closed. I was about to place down my mirror but I was enchanted looking at his face. He looks really peaceful when he’s asleep. I can even smell his familiar scent that brought chills down my spine. In our position right now, it’s like we’re still bestfriends. I was so caught up looking at him that I don’t even care doing what I supposed to do.
If he wakes up, I can just pretend to fall back to sleep. For now, I’ll cherish this moment even if it’s just for a few minutes. I wasn’t even thinking anymore when I took my phone out of my bag and snatch a picture of the both of us.
I giggled silently then looked at the picture I took. I gasped uncontrollably, my cheeks already burning with so much humiliation. There I saw, me smiling as I leaned on him while his head on mine. While him... He wasn’t looking at the camera, no, his eyes were still close but his lips... Oh my god! He was smiling!
No one can beat me and the stupid things I’ve done in my life! Kill me now!
“Can you send that to me Miss Scarlet Rose Brooks?” He spoke and even if I can’t see him, I know that he was smiling.
I pulled my head abruptly getting an ‘Ow’ from him. My eyes turned to slits as I looked at him. He was holding his chin wincing. That’s karma for him.
“You even abuse someone using your hard head” He amused, chuckling
“You... You... Argh!” I turned my back on him crossing my arms over my chest
“My shoulders are killing me” He groaned but I’m not looking at him, “Hard and heavy head” He teased, laughing
I can’t help but smile. Less than two hours of this... I can live with it.\
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