THE BOND

"See you at our next lesson students, have a nice day," Mr. Stanley said. "I hope you enjoyed the class young Brown, or should I say, Mr. Brown" he exclaimed. Very well, sir, the class is as interesting as its students. I can't wait to see how interesting it will continue to be. What do you think, Rose? As he said my name, the whole class turned to look at me. I was short of words, absolutely speechless. I looked like I was being placed in an inferno I was burning, which turned to anger. Why did he choose to ask me of all people? I was so embarrassed. I began to pack my stuff and suddenly they all started laughing. I turned to look at all their faces with disgust but Eugene wore an apologetic face and Collin, a regretful one. I saw Eugene move, wanting to come to me, but I didn't want any more mockery of myself, especially at him. So I left abruptly.

As I run past the lecturer and out the door, I couldn't stop the sea of tears pouring out of my eyes. I have no idea how I got into my room. It wasn't supposed to hurt that much, I was so used to this mockery but there I was still breaking down because of that. Why do they always do that to me? I thought. I laid down on my bed as I continued to cry. I dosed off soon after.

I woke up some hours later with a puffy face and red eyes. It was horrible. I took my phone and was shocked to see 15 missed calls from Eugene and Collins. It was as if they were in a competition to know who will call more. It was sickening. I could care less. I went to the bathroom to freshen up and the next moment, I heard the door banging. I wonder who it could be, I thought to myself.

I fixed myself up a bit and went to get the door. ...What are you doing here and how did you know where I was? I asked. I came to see you and to apologize for what happened and how I knew where you are, let's just say I have my ways. I didn't mean to cause a ruckus in the class, I just wanted to acknowledge the fact that we know each other and the fact that you were the first person I met in this school. I feel connected to you Rose like some kind of bond I guess. I would like to be friends with you, so please forgive me I am really sorry Rose. Oh, Collins... It's alright. I would love to see their reaction if they saw you apologizing to me. 'Laughs'. So we are cool? Yes, we are cool. I must say, Rose, you look awful. Yhyh 'Roll eyes' and whose fault is that? Have a seat. What will you like, water or juice? On a normal day, I'd say water but today, juice baby. What a show off you are Collins, never knew you had this funny side to you. Here is your juice, Mr. Brown, enjoy.

If you don't mind me asking Collins, why do you always look so uptight? You are handsome, yes but scary at the same time. It makes me wonder, who are you really, Collins? Hahaha was that a compliment coming from you Rose? I think I like that. 'Smirks'. Don't try to change the subject, Collins. I know what you are doing. You know what, just forget it. When you are ready to let me know, I'll be all ears. In the meantime Mr. Brown I am heavily starved and since you are on an apology mission I suggest you do me the honor of getting me dinner. 'Cheeky Smile'. You have no problem, Miss Rose, I'll get you a whole restaurant if you want me to. I suggest KFC then young sire. Your wish is my command, my lovely princess. 'Both burst into laughter'.