Hangouts

Freddie pulled up in front of the cemetery and got out of his car. He opened the door for Leah and offered her his hand as they walked up to the entrance, where a security guard welcomed them.

The security guard led them to a columbarium where Freddie's mother's urn was stored. Freddie placed a flower on the small shelf where her name was engraved. Leah watched him with a look of admiration as he paid his respects.

"Mum, guess who I brought here with me?" Freddie said, turning to Leah.

She remained silent, her eyes fixed on him.

"It's the only girl I've ever loved, and will ever love. She's the first love I've told you so much about. I'm sorry you never got to meet her," he said, squeezing Leah's hand.

"She's mad at me and wants a break. It hurts so much knowing that she's angry at me. I just hope she can find it in her heart to forgive me" Freddie mutters,turning to Leah.

"Good morning, Mum," Leah said, her voice cracking slightly.

"You know what, your son is a bit of a jerk, but I can't help but love him more" She gave Freddie a sideways glance and he smiled sheepishly.

"I didn't ask you to laugh" she continued, giving him a mock scowl.

"I haven't forgiven you yet. I just wanted to say thank you for raising such a wonderful son, even if he didn't introduce me to you sooner"

"Sorry," Freddie said, and she could tell he meant it.

"You don't have to if you're not-"

"Mom got a scholarship to study in Hanyang University in Korean as a result of her brilliancy. She was more than glad to take it cos her parents had no means of sending her to institution,like that she traveled to Korean alone when she was just nineteen,with the determination of coming out in flying colors to make her parents proud.. That was what they all expected until she met my Dad,Park Yongho. She senselessly fall in love with him that she forget all about her studies. She eventually got pregnant from him and that's was when dad changed to her"

"The truth is mom had a triplets when she gave birth.. Meaning I've two other siblings but they were left in the hospital from her cos Dad sold today and the couples who didn't had a child. When mum confronted him and ask why he did that.. He said he wanted to use the money to cater for her and the baby she had left which is me" Freddie continued.

Leah's eyes kept growing more wide and wide as she listen quitely.

"But that was not the case cos Dad never use the money on mom on I rather he would spend them on clubbing and cheating on mom,and still hit her to a bulp whenever he comes home. Mum had no one to turn to,she was disown by her own family for not listening to them and went ahead and marry Dad. When I just turn thirteen,Dad left home for his new family and mum lost her mind. She has been in the psychiatrist facility for years,she passed on the day I got drunk and--"

"It's okay.. I'm here now and I won't ever leave you" Leah pulled him into a warm hug.

"Thanks babe,I love you so much" He smiled and hug her back.

"I love you too" Leah said.

***

"I can't believe all this happen and I wasn't there to witness it,f**k!" Lavender laughed as she replayed the video of Joan hitting Michelle and Scarlet repeatedly.

"Don't worry, I'm sure it's happening again.. This time I won't spare them" Joan said beside her.

"One of the reason why I miss you.. I wish I know all those moves like you" Lavender gushed.

"I can teach you guys if you want" Joan smiled.

"Whao! Thank you" Lavender turned back to her phone but a hand suddenly snatched it from her.

She look up to see Carl.

"Hi cutie pie!" He winked charmingly.

"Give me back my phone!" Lavender stood to snatch it back but she didn't reach him cos he was taller.

He suddenly pressed some button on it and returning it back to her.

"My number,you should be happy I'm giving you that for free.. A lot of people have been dying to have. Don't even try to delete it cos I already memorized yours" He smiled and turn to Joan.

"What?" Lavender muttered unbelievably.

"Trouble maker,your first day here is already getting messy! Are you ever going to change?" He shooked his head and left thier side.

"Fvck you!" Joan gave him the middle finger.

"I'm organizing a party at the famous MARVEL Karaoke bar tonight, everyone is invited!" Carly announced and tucked his hands in his pocket,he left the class.

* I'm so in.

"Are you coming?" Joan turned to Lavender.

"I know I hate him but I love parties t" Lavender giggles and Carly came in. She actually stepped out a while ago cos Kylan ask her to meet up.

"You're coming too right?" Lavender immediately asked as she sit.

Carly gave her a confused look. "What?"

"A karaoke party! You can't say no in Leah's voice" Lavender said and Joan and Carly laughed.

"Leah hasn't changed a bit" Joan shooked her head.

"I don't have anything to do in our house anyway,maybe a little fun won't hurt" She said and Lavender smiled.

"That's the spirit,I should call Leah and inform her" Lavender stood up and left the class.

**

Students are already filling up the place, everyone rocking different kinds of outfits.

Michelle and her friends came in a hour ago, before any students even showed up which surprised everyone.

Thier face were still filled with bruise but they did a lot of makeups to cover it up.

Ava also arrived with JoAnn and Raymond. Simon with Violet,Leah with Freddie came in matching outfits as usual,they already made up.

Jasper came alone.

Reed too,he actually came because of Carly.

Felix also arrived alone.

Alex didn't attend.

"Babe!!!!" Lavender and Leah came running to Carly as soon as she came in with Kylan. They both took turns in hugging her.

Reed looked up from his phone that moment and when he saw she's with Kylan,he scoffs and turn away.

"We thought you wouldn't come" Leah said as they took her with them. They all took a seat.

"I told you I would come right? How are you feeling now?" Carly asked.

"More than great.. As you can see my baby and I are back together" She smiled staring at Freddie who's sitting in between Simon and Kylan.

"Hey everyone!" Carl suddenly said into the microphone. "How about we have a little fun? Let's all sing a song together!"

The students, who had been chatting amongst themselves, quieted down and turned their attention to the stage. A few of them seemed intrigued by the idea, while others looked skeptical.

"Now, let's see... how about we sing 'Don't Stop Believin' by Journey?" Carl suggested, and a few people cheered. Others rolled their eyes or groaned, but most seemed willing to give it a try.

"Okay, everyone, let's start from_"

"Singing is so boring," Michelle said, cutting across Carl's words. "How about we play a game instead? I know, let's play 'Two Truths and a Lie'!"

A few people groaned, but most looked intrigued.

* I'm in!!!

They formed a circle, and Carl started the game by saying, "Okay, I'll go first. Two truths and a lie: I once met the president, I can speak three languages, and I have two cats."

The group considered the statements, then began to guess which one was the lie.

"I bet the cat one is a lie" Lavender said

"Nope! The lie is actually that I've met the president. But since it's coming from you,you just won my hearts!" Carl replied, grinning

* Awwn..

Lavender rolled her eyes and turned to Jasper who was also staring at her. He gave her a short smile and she returned it.

"It's your turn, Raymond!"

Raymond thought for a moment, then began, "My two truths and a lie are: I've never been to another country, I'm allergic to strawberries, and I have a tattoo."

The group discussed the possibilities, some of them leaning towards the strawberry allergy, while others were convinced that the tattoo was the lie.

"Boring,all this games are too boring! Let's ask something else!" Michelle interrupted and turned to Felix.

"Have you ever loved another girl beside Ava?" Michelle smirked and Ava looked up that moment to stare at Felix.

"Of course" Felix responded and Michelle chuckled.

"Mind telling us who?" She added.

"One question at a time....." Ava interrupted.

"I'm not talking to you b*tch!" Michelle rolled her eyes. She faced Felix.

"Can you tell-"

"How's that your business?" Joan said. Michelle didn't bother turning to her.

Felix turned to Carly who blinked as soon as thier eyes met.

"I would prefer not to say,I'm still not sure of my feelings yet" He said and Carly exhaled.

"Boring!" Scarlet hissed.

"I'm no more playing!" Ava hissed and stood,she left the spot and JoAnn followed.

* It's indeed boring!

Reed watched as Felix stared at Carly, a look of jealousy on his face. He took his drink in large gulps.

Reed downed the last of his drink and slammed the glass down on the table.

"Here," Michelle said, handing him another glass. He grabbed it, not even noticing that it was coming from her. He drained it quickly, his eyes never leaving Carly.

Without a word, Reed pushed his chair back and stormed out of the lounge. .

Carly,meanwhile, sat in silence, her eyes fixed on the door through which Reed just exit.

She suddenly stood to walk out when Felix appeared in front of her.

"Can you spare me few minutes?" He said.

"I'm sorry,I've to go" Carly said quickly and immediately went after Reed.