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I'm volunteering right now and it has been so difficult trying to ignore Mason's ever so wondering gaze. I had my headphones in and was playing '3:15 (breathe) by Russ.' He looks at me constantly, I don't look back but my side eye sure does. It's sweet that he sees it as all ok, that he wants to act clueless to everything. I remember when he said he had his 'eyes on someone else' and I of course remember how he gave me that look. That look that could've easily been him saying ' I want to explore things with you'. If not he'd be a touch bit dumb. Who could pass out an opportunity of hanging out with the stunning Miss Blair. Though she's my sister I do notice how different people interact and treat us. It's obvious she's seen as the hotter one. I don't mind it. Actually maybe I do but I've just gotten used to it, you know? Pretty privilege drives the world. I just can't believe I wasted my precious car's energy on him you know? She truly deserved so much better.

"Everyone please come to the main hall, everyone to the main hall thank you." I heard a voice been spoken through the speakers and took of my headphones making my way into the main hall. Usually it's where big news are announced or sometimes where sad things come out. I wonder what this one would be about.

"Hello everyone. Sadly, um I'm not here to say any good news. Last night, Miss Reece passed away in her sleep. Her funeral will be held here Friday afternoon, feel free to come and pay your respects." What? It's actually kind of creepy, I saw her a few days ago, perfect health and everything she didn't seem any different? You know. I just would've never expected her sudden death. A few tears began escaping the eyes of some of the people who knew her. She was a widow, one of the sweetest people here. Her soul was truly amazing, it was always a pleasure talking with her, I'm just sad that she left so suddenly. All of this comes with the job I suppose but wow, I never thought I'd experience it in my lifetime. I'll truly miss her, I hope her and Mr Reece meet again now.

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After my volunteering shift had ended, I was on my way home when I of course bumped into the infamous, Mason. My attempt of trying to escape his 'ever wondering gaze' was a fail. He opened his perfect and if may I add 'busy' lips to speak.

"Hey, it feels like we haven't gotten any time to speak today. It's also been a pretty hectic shift huh?" I nodded along with his statement. His mini smile kinda dropped into what seemed like disappointment of the conversation and my response.

"I've gotta get going. Have a safe trip home." I turned around ready to leave when I felt his hand hold onto mine.

"Are you mad? Because of...this?" He pointed to the obvious hickey on his neck and I stayed silent and stared anywhere but where he was. I freed my hand from his grip, leaning against the wall with my arms folded ready for whatever shit excuse would escape his mouth. "Ok, so last night and the reason I was late was because I ran into someone. It was late, I wasn't tired and the notification popped up. A meaningless person from my past wanted to try things again and things may have escalated more than I'd would've wanted. I didn't want you seeing any of this which is why I tried to let it be."

"Why are you telling me this?" I laughed in his face. "It's not like we're a thing. It's not like we're together. It's not like I even like you like that." I told him watching his face change from disappointment to a mischievous smile.

"You know what, you're right. We are nothing, probably never will be. What's your sisters number?" I once again let out a loud laugh in his face after hearing that.

"Why? Do you wanna break up her relationship with her boyfriend? Yeah she has one. Also she'd slap my face if she knew you even asked me that question. She likes confident guys, not weak ones who ask the sister or friend for that info."

"I will make you feel jealousy for me Ms. Ash. Whether you like it or not, I know my strengths, I hope your thoughts and what not don't lead you all the way back to me. Or do I? Have a good ride home. I know I will." A smirk spread across his face as he moved away from me leaving me surprised. What an absolutely insufferable, ugly, agitating, mediocre, self absorbed, narcissistic and arrogant cunt! What is his deal? What does he think he's doing? He thinks this is a game? A game? I took big breaths in as I thought of how I could and most definitely WOULD do to get back at this incredibly detestable guy. Mason Gray will not bring me down today.

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