She has a name

They finished their dinner and headed home.Her parents were worried about her leg.But Jonathan assured that it was just a sprain and it will be healed soon.

The next two days,both Jonathan and Sandriya were busy getting ready for school.They bought school supplies,notes and stuff like that.Though her leg was still wrapped in bandages,it didn't hurt as much.And she managed to walk with Jonathan supporting her.Once they were done they went to a nearby cafe and sat on the table.Sandriya ordered a cappuccino and a croissant.Jonathan ordered iced latte.While they were waiting for their order,Jonathan asked"That night.Why were you in such a bad mood?"

Sandriya looked at him.Thats when she remembered that she didn't apologise to him properly for what she had said to him that night.

"You see.My dad wants me to take over the business when he gets old.But I am not a least bit interested in that.I am not that capable.I can't even solve a math problem without trying 4 or 5 times.Even if I am capable,business is not a thing for me.And the thing is I couldn't bring myself to tell him that.He is really looking forward to this and I don't wanna be a disappointment"she said lowering her head.

"If you ask me thats a reasonable expection from a father.But if you are not interested you better tell him that"he advised.

"But..."

"Do you have anything else planned in mind?"he asked blocking her words.

"What plan?"she asked confused.

"Here is you order sir"the waiter placed their orders on the table and left.

"Plan for your future like a dream job or something"he said taking his iced latte in his hands.

Now that she thought of it she didn't have a specific aim.She was always a studious girl and her marks were above average.But what was her goal in life?To this she had no answer.She looked at him helplessly.

"Then I suggest you try learning about business management.Who knows one day you might be a successful C.E.O"he said take a sip from his drink.

Sandriya didn't answer and continued drinking her coffee.But if he wants her to study business,she was ready to do that.

"Okay then.I will join a business school after graduating high school"

"Sandriya"his voice was serious"have a dream of your own.Don't get influence by other peoples thoughts."he said.She didn't give a reply.She knew what he was telling was indeed correct.

After a while she looked at him"Do you have a dream?"she questioned placing the empty cup on the table.

"Dream you ask?I have one."

"What is it?"she asked curiously.

"I want to become a great business man and run a multi national company.Becoming the president of my own company is my ultimate goal"he answered.From his voice she could tell he was so determined.

"And when that day comes you will still be with me and may be, we can be more than just friends"he said suddenly leaving her unable to comprehend what he said.

More than friends?What does that supposed to mean.

"I mean we are friends.In future you can be my partner"

Partner?

"What I meant was business partners...that is if you decide to pursue business education and run the company."he finally completed his sentence.

Business partners...thats what he meant.And here she was thinking she could be his partner for life.

"Yeah may be"she said in a low tone

The two then left the cafe.Jonathan then dropped her at her house.

"See you tomorrow Dearie.Get ready early.I will come to pick you up"he said waving good bye to her.

"Okay,be safe"she said and went inside the house.

Next morning,Sandriya woke up late.She quickly got ready for school and went downstairs.Jonathan was already waiting for her.

"This is the last year of school and you still haven't gotten over this habit of yours"her mom scolded.

"Sorry mom"she said dragging Jonathan with her.She waved good bye to her mom and hurried away.But when they reached the school gate,it was already locked.

"Not again"she sighed.

"Doesn't this scenerio look familiar?"Jonathan chuckled.It was exactly like the day they both met.Thinking that a smile appeared on her face.

"We have to use our regular route then"she said as the two walked towards the back of the building and climbed in using the branch of the old cherry blossom tree.As her foot was still not fully healed she had a hard time climbing but Jonathan helped her with that.The two then went to the notice board to check their classes.As they had barely passed their 11 th grade with low marks,they were no longer in the topper class.But as long as they both were in the same section it was fine.Both Cathy and Elena were in the topper section.Sandriya sighed.It was the first time they had seperate classes.From kindergarden they were all together.Her face dropped.

"Don't worry.You can still join them during lunch.Also this can't divide your years of friendship"Jonathan said patting her head gently.

"Yeah...you're right"her mood lightened a bit.

"Come now...lets go to our class"she said.

Their new class was at level 2.Sandriya stared at the flight of stairs before her and sighed.She took a step at a time.But all of a sudden she was swept from the floor.

"What do you think you are doing?"she yelled.

"Just helping you get to class"he answered.

"Put me down you idiot.If the Principal sees us like this we are gonna get suspended on the very first day of class"she shouted.

But he doesn't seem to mind.As the school bell had already rung there was no one in the corridors.By the time they reached their class her face was all flustered.He carefully let her down allowing her stand on her own.

The teacher saw the students outside "Late to the very first day of class"he said with a judging look."Go take your seats"he said turning to the board continuing his lesson.

Unlike their old class room,the new one had two member desks.But Jonathan decided to sit in a different desk than Sandriya thinking that he will be disturbing her if the two sat together.Sandriya sat on her desk.There was no one sitting with her.Jonathan was seated on a desk to her right and no one sat with him either.The two then started listening to the lecture.

Just then,the Principal came in.There was a tall boy with dark brown hair,who was obviously a new student,standing beside him.Everyone stood up to greet the Principal.

"Students.He is a new member of your class.Welcome your new friend"he said gently patting the boy's shoulder and left the class.

"Can you introduce yourself"the teacher said.

The boy scanned the entire class with his bold hazel nut eyes.His gaze became fixed when he saw a pale skinned girl with long black hair.

"Hello everyone.I am Fredrick.I am new to this city and this school.I hope we can be friends"he said.

Though it was meant to be an introduction to the whole class,his gaze made it sound more like he addressed only to Sandriya.

"Nice to have you with us Fredrick.Now please take your seat."the teacher said.

Fredrick walked straight to Sandriya.

"Hi dear.Can I sit beside you?That is if you don't mind"he asked.

"Sure.I don't mind"Sandriya said confused as to why he wanted to sit beside her when there were many vacant seats.May be he just wanted to be friends with her.So she stood up to let him occupy the vacant seat.

"Sorry.But I do mind"a voice said as Jonathan pulled her to his desk."And don't call her dear.She has a name".Sandriya was startled by his sudden movements.The whole class was looking at them

"I'm sorry.I didn't know she was your girl friend"Fredrick said.Jonathan glared into his eyes as if giving him a warning.

"Stop it you two.Jonathan to the Principal's office.Now"the teacher ordered.

Jonathan slowly walked out of the room.When he went to the door he turned back to look at this Fredrick guy.He was extending his hand to Sandriya to shake as if he was introducing himself.Seeing this Jonathan balled his fist.How dare he?

Fredrick then turned to Jonathan,who was standing at the door way,glaring at him.He glared back at him.There was a strange tension between the two men.Jonathan then turned and left to the Principal's office.

This wasn't a sign of good friendship,was it?