Chapter 14

‘’What a discussion is that!’’ Charles exclaimed. Miss Eva Hearth gave them a ‘real teacher’ vibe. She is reaching out to them, she listens to them, and most importantly she gave them the education that they need. Charles continues, ‘’And oh my gosh Devi! You’re really that strong! You and Miss Eva have a good talk in the class not like the furious talks with the other teachers before hahaha!’’ Charles said laughing. Devi just smiled to him and continue to eat her snacks. It is their break time right now and they are at the canteen, enjoying their snacks. ‘

‘’Miss Eva is good at her craft. I hope there are more teachers like her.’’ Angela said while eating her food. She truly means it. Frank nods showing that he is agree to her. ‘’Yeah, I’m glad that I able to meet that kind of teacher.’’ Tavius replied. Angela smiles widely at him, ‘’Yeah! Thank God that you’re here haha! Can we know why you transfer to this school?’’ Angela straightforwardly asked. Tavius startled and did not expect this question, not this time. He gulped and started to get sweaty and anxious. But he tries to fight by eating his food a little faster and drinking his water straight. He looked up to everybody its now or never, “I-I actually moved here because---” A literal ‘save by the bell’ situation for him when the bell rang signals them to go back to their respective rooms. Tavius didn’t know what to do. He’s ready to say it because he thinks that this people are trustworthy. But now, he doesn’t know when this time will come again. He just awkwardly scratches the back of his head and got up from his seat. ‘’It’s okay pal, there will be a next time hahaha! Be ready.’’ Charles said and pat his shoulder. Angela went to her and hit his arm, ”Aww, it’s too late haha!” Angela said while giggling. Tavius also giggle nervously.

They walked back to their classroom. Angela and Devi are leading the way with the three boys behind them. Frank went to Tavius side and whispers, “I want a shocking reason.” He said then pat his back. Tavius gaves him a glance, “I’ll assure you.”

11:30 a.m. and Devi is starting to get hungry as well as the whole 1-A class. Good thing she has a good ol’ snack that she purchased during break time, her favorite biscuit ‘Frootees’’. She has a very good seat which is in the back of the class near the window, which is the corner part of the room and her teacher won’t notice her on whatever she will be doing, cause she’s a pro. She places her backpack handles in the back of the armchair that is in front of her, she gets the biscuit and open it swiftly. She lays her head on the desk of her armchair and started to enjoy her snack. She is relaxed that she will not be called by her teacher cause she already done her part as a good student a while ago. Tavius seems to notice it and grin at her, ‘’Being good and a badass student at the same time huh?’’ He sarcastically asked. Devi boringly nod and continues to eat her food. Tavius is trying to get a hold of his emotions because once again, someone step down on his pride for not showing a little bit of interest to him. He must start to get used to Devi Eliazar. It’s Filipino time, a boring subject for some but the most favorite subject of the ‘I don’t like any subject’ students. Their teacher is discussing at the front of the class. She tells the Greek mythology stories written by Homer. Obviously, this class is not paying attention. Especially the girl in the back who is silently enjoying her little meal. Because of the not so good atmosphere in the class, the teacher calls on the person she can talk to, “Devily, can you tell me why Achilles died?” Devi has good reflexes and she immediately sit up straight, still having a blank face. How can she answer her teacher if her mouth is freaking full? Oh no! This can’t be happening. 5 seconds has passed, the whole class is looking at their badass top 1. Devi must have answered now or so they thought. . . Out of the blue, Tavius raised his hand, “Devi has menstrual cramps Ma’am. She endures it the whole time.” He announced. Their teacher examines Devi, “Oh, is that so? That’s why your head is resting on the desk,” Their teacher nods while inspecting Devi. She seems to believe it, “I see. Want to go to the clinic?” While her teacher is checking up on her she used that chance to swallow down her food, as quietly as possible. “I’m fine Ma’am. Just a few minutes and it will be lunch time. It will go away soon.” She replied in a painful voice. Nice voice acting that she had. Her teacher nod and smiled at her. When their teacher turned her back, Devi asked Tavius ‘what is that?’ by making her yes appear bigger and giving him a questioning look. Tavius replied by shrugging his shoulders and smiled playfully at her. (Anne on the middle is giggling at them).

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At last, the bell rang the favorite moment of the students. They greet their teacher ‘good day’ and wait for their teacher to leave. After that, everyone hurries and rushed to the door. Anne walked to Angela and tells her what she witnessed a while ago. The two is now laughing like crazy witches in the forest. Charles joined the girls and asked, what they are laughing about but the girls refused and continue laughing while walking out of the room.

“Why did you do that?” Devi asked defying him. Tavius coolly looked at her, “Coz, I want to. I think, it’s much better that you say a simple ‘thank you’?” Tavius looked at her eye and observed it. Her dark brown eyes glowing right before him. Showing off the disgust and irritation that she had for him. But Tavius didn’t care, he wants to look it all day long and try to find other emotions in it. His face is getting closer to her and he didn’t seem to notice it.

Devi was kind of wondering why this guy doesn’t take off his eyes to her. . . She scoffed at him, pushed him a little, and trying to say those words “Thank you.” She said and immediately walked outside. Tavius was dumbfounded as he slowly realized what happen.

Angela and Anne are waiting for Devi and when she goes to them. . .

“You lil sweet! What was that huh? I knew that ‘cramps thing’ is fake haha!” These are the words that Angela showered to Devi. Angela shakes her friend while asking a lot of questions and teasing her with Tavius. Devi wishes that she can punch Angela once and for all.