December 7 2023

After a long week of classes and homework . It was finally the weekend, The campus was buzzing with activity, as students finally had time to relax and have fun on their own while others decided to leave the campus to meet their families or do fun activities.

At the alleyway where most drug addicts and sellers would stay, Logan was seen walking while watching the people as he was looking for the good stuff he needed, That's when he saw his good friend as Kenway had a smile on his face.

Priscilla: Good to see you again, Logan.

The drug addicts stared at Logan for a few seconds, thinking if he was an intruder but immediately recognised him.

Logan: Hey Priscilla, You know what I need as always.

Priscilla: *Chuckles* Of course, how about we do it together?

Logan: Sure, why not?

(Warning: Mention of drugs)

They both went somewhere more private, where there was nobody around as Logan sat on the ground while Priscilla got the drugs that he needed, She sat next to him and gave him a packet as Logan had a smile on his face.

They began smoking some cocaine, They enjoyed the taste and puff that was taken. However, they were still sober as Priscilla took another puff and spoke to him.

Priscilla: Have you tried the other stuff I gave you?

Logan: Of course I did, but it never beats this.

Priscilla: *Chuckles* Right, if you want, I can get you a tobacco after this.

Logan: That would be awesome, It's a good stress relief, you know?

She smirked and seductively touched his hand as Logan looked at her.

Priscilla: And what's the payment?~

Logan knew exactly what she wanted, and he wanted that as well. But for some reason, there was this feeling of guilt when he thought about it.

Logan: I'll give you in cash this time.

Priscilla: That's fine.

She smirked again and caressed his hand as Logan continued smoking, Priscilla noticed he wasn't responding to her actions as she moved her hand away and smoked while speaking to him.

Priscilla: What's the matter? Not in a mood?

Logan: No, I just thought I could pay you in cash this time.

Priscilla: It's okay, Do you like someone?

That question was unexpected to him, Logan looked at her as Priscilla gave a kind smile to him, He chuckled at her question and responded to her.

Logan: Nope, but do you think someone would like me?

Priscilla: Of course, you're a handsome but caring man. I'm sure someone would like you.

Logan: *Chuckles* You think I'm caring?

Priscilla: Yeah, I do, Why do you doubt that?

Logan: Not that I doubt it. . . I may seem like a funny and cool guy, but not everyone "knows" me.

She frowned and knew what he was talking about as Logan continued smoking.

Logan: My parents died in the fire, I lost my home, my sister is a bigger drug freak than me, but I still learned those stuff from her.

He smiled a little, But behind that smile was pure sadness, Logan felt hurt remembering his past, Priscilla was the only one that knew about his past, Drew and Becky didn't know the full story and only knew about his parents death.

Priscilla continued staring at him in sadness as Logan continued speaking to her, He just felt the urge to open up about what he felt.

Logan: And I have a friend that I met three months ago, beautiful, smart and adoreble. But the thing is, She doesn't know everything about me, and if she does find out, She's gonna hate me till the end of the semester.

Priscilla: I thought you said you didn't have a crush on anyone?

Logan: Well, I don't. . . But I do enjoy being around her.

Priscilla: *Smiles* You definitely like her.

Logan: It's. . . Complicated to describe this-

He heard a message on his phone as Logan sighed and noticed it was a message from Samara, His eyes lit up as he clicked on the message and saw a picture.

Samara: [Hey Logan!, I'm going out with Lexi tonight. How do I look?]

Logan had a huge smile on his face and began staring at her picture, She looked really beautiful. He replied to her as Priscilla took a quick peak and noticed the picture as she smiled at him.

Priscilla: Is that her?

Logan: Yeah, that's her.

He smiled again and stared at her picture, Priscilla could tell Logan was starting to like Samara, but he was afraid to reveal it. Another thing was that he didn't understand the feeling he had for her.

But eventually, He will realise it

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Florence: You're late.

Chris: Love, I was just getting flowers for you.

Chris and Florence were outside the cafe, He wanted to surprise his girlfriend with some flowers. However, Florence did not like the fact that he was late and he did not answer her messages.

Florence: Why didn't you answer my messages?

Chris: I was driving, okay?

Florence: That's just an excuse

Florence walked away in anger as Chris was really confused and tried to approach her.

Chris: Are you really gonna get upset at me just because I wanted to surprise you?

Florence turned around and grabbed the flowers he was holding as Chris stared at her until she dumped it on the trashcan, Chris looked at her in shock and disbelief.

Chris: What was that for!?

Florence: I don't want your flowers, Who were you hanging out with?

Chris: Okay, now you're assuming I was with someone else?

Florence: Is it that girl, Aliyah!?

Chris: *Facepalms* Me and Aliyah were just a one-time thing.

Florence: Or was it Saraya?

Chris: Why are you bringing up old stories!?

Florence: I'm having a bad gut feeling about you!

Chris: Is that what you've been thinking this whole time!? How could you even think that? I've never given you any reason to doubt me. I was late because I got stuck in traffic and I wanted to get those flowers, It had nothing to do with anyone else. I was coming here for you, and only you!!!

She was startled and just stared at Chris, surprised by his sudden anger as Johnson stared at her in anger until he realised what he said as his look softened, Florence was silent and continued staring at him as she took a few steps closer to him.

Chris: I'm sorry, I-

Florence got closer to him and hugged him tightly as Chris sighed and felt bad for raising his voice at her as Chris hugged her back.

Florence: I'm sorry, Chris. I didn't mean to assume like that. . . It's just that I was cheated on back at high school.

Chris: I'm really sorry to hear about that, Florence.

Florence: Not only once, Twice.

She broke the hug and looked at him as Chris felt sad for her, He touched her cheek as Florence continued staring at him in sadness.

Chris: You deserve better, love. Just remember that I love you, okay? You changed me, and I will only love you.

Florence: *Smiles* I love you even more, Chris.

Chris smiled a little and was starting to calm down as they both shared a hug again. Finally they broke the hug as Florence looked at the trashcan where she threw the flowers.

Chris: It's alright, I'll get another one for you. It's probably stinky now.

He joked as Florence smiled a little but felt a little guilty.

Chris: Wanna head inside, or do you want to go somewhere else?

Florence: Sure, let's head inside.

Chris nodded as he was about to go inside until Florence received a message on her phone as she was texting, Chris looked at her and asked her question.

Chris: Who are you texting?

Florence: Just a friend.

She quickly closed her phone and put it back on her purse, and walked inside the cafe as Chris continued staring at her before following her

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Disha called Benjamin to her dorm to hang out, They were both talking to each other as Benjamin was talking about his love for flim making as Disha was listening to him with intrigue, She really found his skills and passion very unique.

As time was passing, They continued talking to each other until Patani asked him something.

Disha: Hey, Do you want to eat jalebi?

Benjamin: Uhh, Sorry what is that?

Disha: It's an Indian sweet, I gave you it to you a few days ago, Remember?

Benjamin: Oh! Yeah, I remember. I really loved those.

Disha: *Smiles* I'm glad to hear about that, It's in the kitchen, Give me a minute.

Benjamin: Of course, And we should watch a bollywood movie right now.

Disha giggled and nodded, She was really happy to know that Benjamin loved a lot of things in her culture, Benjamin smiled at her and watched her enter the kitchen as he fixed his glasses until he had a phone call from his commissioner.

He facepalmed and immediately got up as he went somewhere private in the dorm as Benjamin answered the call.

Arnold: *On Call* Is this a good time to speak.

Benjamin: *On Call* You always call at the worst timings.

Arnold: *Chuckles* Just hear me out for a second, Kid. . . It's kinda serious.

Benjamin: What's the matter?

Arnold: This thing isn't in your level but we have been investigating a case about a small drug organisation, There has been drugs being sold in the last two weeks and we have been trying to find who owns the organisation and who's part of it.

Benjamin nodded and continued listening to him. However, Arnold's voice became low and a little sad.

Arnold: You may think I'm lying to you, Kid. . . But I saw your best friend's name on it.

Benjamin: *Eyes widen* Who?

Arnold: Harry. . .

Benjamin: What? Commissioner, What are you saying to me?

Arnold: I'm sorry, Benjamin. His name was part of the organisation.

Benjamin: Commissioner, There has to be a mistake-

Suddenly Benjamin turned around and saw Disha looking at him in shock, Ben's eyes widened as he looked at her with shock.

Benjamin: Hey, I'll talk later. . . .

Arnold: Benjamin-

Benjamin hung up the phone and looked at Disha as he felt ashamed and worried now, Disha continued staring at him as Benjamin cleared his throat.

Benjamin: Disha, I-It's not. . .

Disha: Benjamin. . . Are you working with the police?

Benjamin: I-I. . . I'm sorry.

She looked at him in shock as Benjamin stared at the ground and looked at her again.

Disha: Are you serious? Then why are you in college?

She asked him out of confusion as Benjamin stared at her.

Benjamin: I'm just. . . An informant.

Disha: So your not a student?

Benjamin: No no, I did wanted to study here. . . I just help my boss to solve these crimes.

Disha stared at him and felt a little upset that he never told her this, Benjamin looked at her and took a step closer.

Benjamin: Disha, I'm sorry. . . Can you let me explain?

Disha: I can't believe this. . . Explain everything, From the beginning.

She said bluntly as Disha stared at him, visibly upset. She really needed answers now, Benjamin nodded as he cleared his throat and had no choice but tell her everything.

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Cillian: What the matter, Anne? What are you feeling?

Cillian was seen at Anne's house as she was sitting in the couch, She sighed and looked at him while speaking.

Anne: I don't know, Cil. . . I'm been feeling unsettled for the last few days.

Cillian: *Frowns* It's because of what happened a few days ago, Right?

He spoke and sat next to her as Anne nodded, Since she faced her ex husband at college a few days ago, She's been feeling unsettled and uncomfortable whenever she goes outside or stays at home. She's also afraid that he might come back for her.

Anne: Exactly. . .

Cillian: Anne, If you don't feel safe. You should call the police on that guy.

Anne: I don't know, Cillian. Even if I do, I'm afraid to do that.

Cillian: He won't do anything if he's in jail.

Anne: I'm afraid he will do something. . . Even if he does get arrested.

Cillian: Anne, You have to do something.

Anne: I told you, I'm scared. I feel unsafe.

She spoke, feeling a little teary as Cillian felt bad for Anne and grabbed her hand and squeezed it tightly.

Cillian: Hey, it's okay, I know you're scared. I know you're feeling unsafe. But you don't have to be. I'm here for you, and I'm not going let anything happen to you. I promise.

He squeezed her hand again, trying to offer reassurance through his touch, Anne looked at him and felt a little calm by his touch, Cillian gently touched her cheek as Anne continued looking at him with a worried look on her face.

Anne: I'm worried, He knows you. What if he does something to you?

Cillian: He won't, I'll make sure you won't hurt both of us, I can handle it, Don't worry.

He kissed her head and pulled her close, Anne felt her heart beat faster by his affection, She has never felt this way with anyone since her divorce, Nobody has ever made her feel safe. . Except Cillian.

Cillian: Have you eaten anything?

Anne: No, I'm been stressed out about this.

Cillian: Why would you do that? *Sighs* Okay, I'll order something for you.

Anne: No, It's alright-

Cillian: No, You need to eat something, Again, Don't stress out, I'm here for you, sweetheart.

Anne felt reassured by his words, They both looked at each other as Anne hugged him tightly as he hugged her back.

He kissed the top of her head and continued rubbing her back as Anne didn't let go of him until Cillian said something to her.

Cillian: I don't like seeing you like this, Anne.

Anne looked at him and smiled a little as Cillian touched her cheek again as they broke the hug and looked at each other.

Anne: I'm sorry, Can you stay with me for a little bit?

Cillian: Of course.

Anne: *Smiles* Let's do something then.

Cillian had a smile on his face, He missed seeing the smile on her face, He kissed her cheek as Anne smiled a little and continued looking at him. Even though they were just friends with benefits, They really cared about each other.

But unknown to them, Someone was watching them through the window.

A/N: Thank you so much for reading and stay strong!!! :)