Chapter 14

MAXXPAIN ELEANOR

When we went to the table, Raelynn's gaze was teasing on me and Kennedy again.

"Thank you. You can ate here too." I turned to Kennedy's direction and sat down first.

Kennedy sat in front of us. "Thank you."

We continued chatting while eating.

"How's that, Bes? When will you give him your gift?"

I took a deep breath at my friend's question.

"I don't know. I'm still waiting for the right opportunity."

My friend stopped eating and frowned at me.

"When is that the right time?"

I shrugged at my friend's question.

"I don't know. It's up to my mood."

I looked in the direction of Kennedy who was just quietly eating. I felt embarrassed because he didn t seem to keep up with what Raelynn and I were talking about.

"Kennedy, I'm sorry my friend. She's always like that so you just get used to it."

Kennedy laughed at what I said while Raelynn frowned.

"You're not making sense, Bes. Did you know-"

"That's enough, Raelynn. What are you talking about?" I was just shaking my head because of my friend.

I don't want Raelynn to finish her speech especially when she looked in Kennedy s direction. I knew she was going to tease me again about Kennedy and me.

"It's fine, Maxxpain. By the way, we've been together a few times but you still call me Kennedy. You can call me Escanor like Raelynn." Kennedy laughed softly.

I was even shocked because this was the first time I had seen him laugh. Also, his laugh is seem familiar to me.

"E-Escanor."

I don't know why I stuttered when I mentioned his name so I just bowed in embarrassment.

I heard the weak laugh of my friend next to me. I looked at him and took a deep breath. Even Kennedy laughed at my reaction.

"It's fine. You'll also get used to calling me Escanor. By the way, what gift are you talking about?"

I didn t have to answer Kennedy s question anymore because Raelynn stopped eating first and answered Kennedy s question.

"It's the birthday of..."

Raelynn looked at me to ask with her eyes if it was okay for her to tell Kennedy about Kendy. I shook my head at her. Raelynn then resumed her speech.

"It's Maxxpain's relative's birthday. She bought a gift for him, but she's ashamed to give it until the birthday is over." Raelynn laughed.

I stared at her because of her laughter. I was already in trouble, she even laughed at me. I took a deep breath.

Kennedy, on the other hand, thought something else before responding to what Raelynn said.

"I see. You can just give him your gift. I'm sure he will like it because it's came from you."

I thought about what he said. Kennedy seemed right at what he said first. I will just give the gift anytime.

"Thank you. I'll do what you said."

"Where's my name?" Kennedy smiled teasingly at me.

"I mean, thank you, Escanor." I took a deep breath because I finally didn t stutter.

We continued eating until at we back together in the classroom when break time was over.

*

As usual, only Arthur and Agustus give me the ride from school to mansion, but when I returned to the mansion, I was greeted by Kendy's smile.

Looks like he's coming home early now?

"Welcome home, Maxxpain."

I looked away from him when our eyes met.

"T-Thank you."

"Go and change your clothes. We will go to our movie room today. We will going to watch movie together. Is that fine to you?"

I was stunned by Kendy's question. After all, when the two of us are together today, I will have time to give him the gift.

I smiled and nodded at his question.

"Sure. I'll just get dressed."

I turned my back and walked to my room. I just wore a t-shirt and shorts at home before I went to the movie room that Kendy says.

I slowly opened the door of the room. I caught up with Kendy holding a remote control and in front of him, there were foods ready for us while we're going to watch.

Kendy turned in my direction when he sensed my presence.

"Come and seat here." He pointed to his side so I sat there as well.

The two of us were very close, but our bodies did not stick together. Maybe we both feel certain at these times.

I hold by my side the gift I will give to Kendy. I took a deep breath before having the courage to turn my direction to the one next to me.

"Actually, I have something to give you to your birthday, but I forget and instead, I brought it today."

Kendy turned in my direction when he heard my hint.

"Really? I'm happy to hear it."

I took out the gift and gave it to Kendy. Even though it was a bit dark around because only the light on the television was on now I could still see the joy on Kendy's face when he saw my gift when he removed the wrapper.

"Thank you so much, Maxxpain. But, you don't need to buy me expensive things again. I don't want you to spend your money for me." Kendy smiled at me.

I shuddered at what he said. "No. I brought it especially for you. I don't regret buying that thing."

He gave me a meaningful look so I looked away from him. I suddenly felt deprived.

"If that's what you said, then I'm gladly accept it. Thank you again."

I smiled at Kendy when I heard what he said.

"You're welcome."

"May I reward you something for your kindness, Maxxpain?"

I thought about his question first.

"What kind of reward? You don't need to. We're not doing exchange gift."

Instead of answering my question Kendy came even closer to me. Then I was just surprised at what he did next.

He slowly brought his face closer and gently pressed our lips together.

I could no longer react to what Kendy did because of the sheer speed of events. All I can remember is the sudden speed of my heart as our lips touch.