Cheering you up

"Lyan Lyan, Your Maw Oo is over there."

While they were purchasing the snacks at the canteen, Saung Hnin poked him and warned him. Lyan Oo Nway, without knowing what to do, had to hide behind Saung Hnin.

"Hey, come one! What's wrong with being seen by him? You said that he knew you. Let's go and greet him."

"Saung, I'm not going. He doesn't like unnecessary things. Come on, let's go back to our classroom. "

Lyan Oo Nway dragged her against her will. Yet, she rested her hands on her waist and glared at Maw Oo Yan. And turning to face at Lyan Oo Nway, she said one thing.

"He doesn't suit you though."

Saung Hnin's words quieted him. He learned that they were not a perfect match from the beginning.

"You are too congenial. But look at his face. Even though he's here to grab a water bottle, he acted like he was on top of everyone/ everyone else worked for him.

Grinning devilishly, she squeezed his cheeks.

"Don't like him. Just be my boyfriend."

"Saung!"

"I'm just joking. It's a prank. Look at you, widening your eyes. What's wrong? Am I not pretty?"

"No. You are gorgeous."

"Then, if Maw Oo Yan didn't reciprocate your feelings for you, how about marrying me?"

"Humm?""

"Ha Ha Just kidding"

Some classmates teased them like a couple as they were always together.Unfortunately, he bumped into Maw Oo Yan in front of the toilet.

"Oh My God!"

Maw Oo Yan stared at him for a moment, and then he turned and left. He already knew that he couldn't hide forever, it was so awkward to meet Maw Oo Yan at the toilet. In this way, Maw Oo realised that he was also attending the school as him.

The school always held a sports competition for Independence day. Every student had to come to school and take part in at least one sport. They could also invite their parents.

"Lyan Lyan, what are you participating in?"

"Umm… Actually, I'm not good at anything."

"Oh my dear! There should be at least one thing you're good at. How about a sprint? Ahh… but you don't have that much stamina. Wait, is there anything else?"

Saung Hnin was deeply considering while leaning on his shoulder. He was not like other healthy children. Besides, he was frequently ill.

If he were going to compete in a brain teaser tournament, he would be down as he was not smart enough.

"How about egg-and-spoon race?"

In this game, there would be five players in each team and carry their egg on their spoon from the starting line to a turnaround point and back again. Then, the egg is passed off to a teammate who takes their turn. This kind of sport was not that tiring and it suited well with Lyan Oo Nway.

"Well, kids, you should pick who would participate in which sport as there will be competitions between classes."

At the end of the teacher's announcement, children headed to the class monitor and registered for their sports. A moment later, Maw OoYan and some students also entered the class with his PE teacher and it was enough for Lyan Oo Nway to be flattered.

"Hey, Your Maw Oo is here"

Saung Hnin whispered into his ears and his whole face immediately blushed. Whose Maw Oo she's talking about? If Maw Oo heard of this matter, he would surely be furious.

"Is there anyone who wants to take part in a representative basketball team for fifth grade? If yes, let me know as we need three more reserved players."

Basketball? Maw Oo Yan is on the Basketball team?"

"Lyan Lyan, don't you wanna be in the team?"

"Stop spouting nonsense! I don't know how to play."

"Didn't you hear they just need reserved players?"

"I won't play. I'm scared. "

"But there is Maw Oo in the team."

Lyan Oo Yan shook his head and shrank his body. Then, he looked at the front and was met with the eyes of Maw Oo Yan staring at him. In an instant, he averted his gaze and moved closer to Saung Hnin.

Was Maw Oo Yan gazing at him seriously? Or did he see wrong? Without knowing the answer yet, he didn't dare look at him again.

Taller students in his class registered for the team, and after getting the players, the basketball team left their classroom. Only then, Lyan Oo relieved and took in a breath.

He opened his eyes and turned to Saung Hnin, who was smiling and watching him with her hand on her chin.

"So, my Lyan Lyan is smiling as he got to see his crush"

She said in a melancholy tone and teased him. He smiled back at her and stared at Maw Oo's back. He couldn't reach that person due to the big gap between them.

Finally, the classmates picked him to play in the snack food eating competition. Although he felt embarrassed, it was the only sport he could play.

At the Independence Day ceremony, Lyan Oo brought both of his parents to the school. His parents were watching him in the stands and waving at him, although he didn't have to play yet.

"Let's start the marathon,players get ready"

Following the voice of the PE teacher, the athletes were all ready. As soon as he knew Maw Oo Yan was one among twenty runners, he felt like he was sitting on the edge of the seat. Maw Oo Yan's classmates were also shouting and cheering up for him.

"Maw Oo Yan… Maw Oo Yan, the winner and champion"

Lyan Oo Nway was on the cloud nine when he heard the loud cheers for Maw Oo. He was also praying he would win the game without getting hurt.

As expected, unbothered Maw Oo won the competition. His significantly taller height and strong body could be compared with high school students since that time.

Just looking at him, Lyan Oo inspected his own small and pale hands and sighed. He was the highest price for him to get.

"The pillow fight is starting soon, they need a substitute player as the former one couldn't join. The class leader asks you to join it since the others are not free to join in. Are you okay with it?"

The pillow fight? It's not comfortable for sure. But he agreed with it as he didn't want others to be disappointed.

The mattress was laid under the log where the players will pillow fight. Above it, the feathers were also beautifully decorated. With lots of inconveniences, Lyan Oo Nway climbed the log and found out the opponent was a girl. The match was starting to be interesting.

While waiting for the whistle alert, he looked around and saw Maw Oo who was standing near him holding a water bottle. He didn't share a look for him as the girls were surrounding him.

Swallowing the saliva, Lyan Oo Nway had to focus on the match. He heard the whistle alert to start the game, yet he didn't want to hit the opponent girl as he was afraid of hurting her. He just avoided her attempts to hit him. But in the end , he fell down the log because the opponent used all her strength to push him down.

"Oh my God! Lyan Lyan, are you okay? Did you hurt anywhere?"

"No, it's fine. I'm not hurt."

He leaned onto her and stood up as she helped him up. He felt inferior when he heard some classmates were blaming him.

"Such a failure. He can't even beat the girl. He's such a gay."

Saung Hnin argued with them back because she was too vexed.

"You are the ones who asked him to play. A good man never beats a girl, bastards! He is not gay but you."

"Alright, alright. Such a protective girlfriend, you are dating him?"

Being kids, they had no boundaries. They just wanted to win the fights by any means. That's why Lyan Oo Nway had to stop Saung.

"Come on, Saung Hnin. The girls' marathon is starting soon. Don't fight with them. Go and win the match. Our class has already lost in most of the matches."

Lyan Oo Nway was such a humble boy who always forgave. Saung didn't like that fact. People tend to be more arrogant when one is humble. She was totally against bullying Lyan Lyan.

His mother brought mineral water for him so he wanted to hand it to Maw Oo Yan. Then, he followed Maw Oo and knew where he put his bag. That's why he rushed there and placed a bottle of mineral water in the bag. He was scared to be seen by someone.

Saung won the marathon and this was their first match that their Class C had ever won. His parents went back home as they were picking him up after the closing ceremony. Maw Oo Yan didn't bring his parents and the one beside him was just a steward.

In the evening, Maw Oo Yan Had to play basketball. As he was an agile player and the tallest boy in his team, he alone handled the match. Maw Oo Yan possessed the best of the best in every aspect.

While they were taking a break after the first round, Saung Hnin pushed Lyan Oo Nway to Maw Oo.

"Oh.. I'm so sorry."

The reason Lyan Oo Nway stammered was because he bumped into Maw Oo due to her push. Though his body was full of sweat, the body odour was so good.

"Watch where you're going"

He poked his shoulder and said those words. It was enough to make him joyful.

"Maw Oo Yan"

When he noticed he called out his name, he just wanted to shut his mouth but it was so late. Maw Oo turned around to look at him.

"Ah….Ah I just wanted to say cheers up."

He disappointed himself and lowered his head because of frequent stutterers.

"Fine"

He waited for him to finish his words and responded. Such a small response could make him feel overjoyed. Lyan Oo Nway's mood changed depending on Maw Oo. He wanted to smile when he smiled and he suffered every time Maw Oo was in a bad mood. That's all he could express his feelings for.