☆Chioma

"What the hell??" I muttered stepping back as the contents spilled from my locker. Who was looking for trouble this early morning. From the corner of my eyes I saw a group of girls giggling while taking pictures. I understood. I squatted to pick up my stuff that fell with the trash.

"Hey, Chioma." Kristopher was helping me.

"Hi." He smiled at me. "Thank you." The crowd waiting for drama was dispersing and I was grateful. Kris and I went to class late because I had to clean up the mess. The teacher didn't mind, lucky me.

I sat beside Kristopher who wasn't paired up with anyone this year. Kenneth was on his own and I could feel his eyes following my actions. It was becoming really creepy. I had to sit with him for English and I refused to acknowledge his presence. It was hard though. I wasn't even focused. His eyes were on me all through and it was distracting.

"Vivian."

Riiiiiiinnnnnnggg

He muttered curses at the bell while I packed up and ran out to the lunch room.

Then it was Buchi This time trying to apologize. I ordered my food quickly and texted Kris to know where he was sitting. He was with the Royals. He welcomed me though other kids were acting snobbishly. "Your brother's glaring at me. Did I offend him?"

"Nah. I'm not sitting with him that's why. We're not on speaking terms."

"Something happened?"

"I need space from him." He chuckled.

After lunch, Kris and I parted ways to attend our classes agreeing to meet after school. I went to my fashion design class.

God knows why I chose these classes because I don't. But I was doing well and I liked it. The teacher said that the main sewing classes would begin next semester. That was one of my problems here. Everyone in my class were already prepared before and had these classes regularly. It was my first time and compared, I was far behind.

"Hi Chioma." Maryanne hugged me. "Come on or we'll be late." We went in together and I took my place on my seat.

"So, students, today, we'll be continuing our sketches and they'll be checked today. So continue from where you stopped." I placed my pencils and sketchbook on my desk. "I want to see ingenuity people. New ideas. Who knows, your dress might be on someone attending the Met next year." I smiled.

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"I have to met someone. Come on, Vivian. I'll meet your friend next time."

"Who are you going to see?" She turned away taking her phone from the table.

"No one. Just forget it. I'll come with  you but only for a few minutes." I narrowed my eyes at her.

"Okie." I locked up my room and we went to the recreation area where Kris was waiting. "Hi." I waved bouncing towards him. He got up, dropping his book and hugged me.

"What's making you so happy?" He laughed. "Is coming to meet me that exciting?"

"Yes..." I drawled. "And I brought a friend. She's here."

"Maryanne?" He knew her? Great! "She's your friend?"

"And my roommate. In a way." I grinned as she walked closer. "So.. Maryanne, meet.." She waved to cut me off.

"No need. We know each other. Long time, Kristopher." He rolled his eyes. "So, Vivian... I've met him. Can I go now?" She wasn't happy to see him. Neither was he. I nodded. "Thanks."

"So... What's going on?" I asked. He forced a smile.

"You could ask her. I don't want to tell. I ordered pizza. Want some?" I thanked him.

"You're reading?"

"Exams are close. Like very close. Winter this year is going to be early so we'll close earlier." I nodded. "Someone's coming for you..." He said biting a slice. I looked ahead to see Kenneth. Mtcheew.

"Just ignore him."

"Vivian. Can I have a word?" I acted like I did not hear him.

"Kris, this milkshake is blast. Wow. What flavour is yours?"

"Chocolate." I was glad he was in this act with me. "The guy who made them is my friend. Have you tasted mint?"

"Viv- Please. Let's talk."

"Whatever you want to say, say it here. Kris is my friend." He shook his head holding back a laugh. Kenneth looked at him in disgust. Then held my hand, pulled me up from the seat and threw me over his shoulder. What the?  "Put me down! Kenneth put me down now!"

He started walking away. "No. You're coming with me."

"This is a kidnapping. Help! Help me! Put me down!" I did not care that many eyes were watching. "Kenneth I'll pour my milkshake on you."

"Don't. Please don't. We're going to a secluded area. Okay? So behave. I'll put you down when we're there."

It was a smoking area and it was empty. Except for one or two people who were busy. It was too quiet so I slurped my shake. "What? You want to tell me how wrong I was to talk to you that way? Or talk to your girlfriend that way? Sorry on my brother's behalf but that's it. I'm not apologizing for anything else."

"You don't have to. Sorry if I hurt you. Really sorry. I shouldn't have been that harsh."

"She's your girlfriend. It's okay. I understand."

"Jeiel is nothing of the sort. I've told you before, she's just my friend."

"A friend you sleep with?" He was stunned. "Am I wrong?" I slurped again.

"I'm sorry. Are we still friends?"

"Were we ever friends? You're comfortable in your circle. I don't want to disturb... And if it's for my brother's sake, you should stop. Really. "

"Vivian." He was dangerously close.

"What are you-"

"It's not for his sake. I want us to be friends. For me." His eyes glinted.

"You want something from me? What?"

"You. I want you." Is he flirting? "I'm not flirting. I'm serious about this. I want you." He seemed serious. Why? "You make me feel happy and you give me peace. I want you at all costs. Stay with me." Selfish reasons. "I don't care, Vivian. I must have you. I'll do anything for you. Just to make you stay."

"You're scaring me." He stepped back.

"Sorry."

"I want to change partners."

"And be with Kristopher?" He smiled like a devil. "You don't have a choice. You're here with me or you're not here at all. You understand?" My heart dropped to my stomach. "You have my protection. Stay and I'll make sure your stay in Hughton is trouble free."

What have I gotten myself into?

Aha!

Kenneth be shedding,  showing his darkside small small.

So, surprise! Another three chapters are coming really really soon.

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