It was hard to believe that Kail would warn the bullies not to torment Jamal. Silje couldn’t picture him doing something like that. He wouldn’t get involved in something that wouldn’t benefit him.
Then why?
Silje shook her head in confusion and stood up with her lunch tray. She wanted to ask Kail, but he wasn’t around anymore. It had been a few days already since the last time she saw him.
She returned the lunch tray and walked towards the door. At least, she finally had some peace and quiet, and it seemed like Jamal was safe as well for now.
She glanced at his table quickly as she passed by. Although she wanted to chat with Jamal, it seemed inappropriate to approach him with no good reason.
Then one day, a perfect chance came unexpectedly.
Silje was an excellent student with top grades, but her only weakness was math. Since she failed the recent geometry test, she and the five other students were required to take sup
Felicien and the rest of Kail’s posse laughed at Silje and Jamal.“Asian monkeys together at last! That’s hilarious.”When Felicien mocked them, the rest of the group laughed loudly. Silje remained calm, but when she saw Kail’s group unexpectedly, she became furious.What now?They must’ve felt Silje’s anger, because Felicien and the others suddenly became quiet. Jamal seemed to be panicking because he was becoming visibly pale.Felicien was far from done. He continued to snarl, “I can’t watch this ugly scene. Are we at a circus or something? Haha, when did that bitch switch to this Asian idiot?”Although he didn’t mention Kail’s name, it was obvious what he meant. Felicien was implying that Silje was dating Kail, but now she was dating Jamal. It was an insult.Silje murmured loudly, “Whatever.”“What did you say, you bitch?”
It was an unpleasant morning for Silje.Her period started today, and she felt awful. The cramps were especially bad this time and her back was aching. On top of that, she realized that when she opened the window, it was a gloomy rainy day.‘A day like this… I don’t want to go to school. I want to stay at home.’Silje stayed in her warm bed and contemplated.She was a strong person, but there still were days she couldn’t bear to go to school. And today was one of those days. Her body ached and the weather was awful.She didn’t want to go to school.But she must, right?It wasn’t like her to avoid hardships. She never backed away like a coward.Listening to the sound of the rain, Silje got out of the bed bravely and started to get ready for school.It was a miserable day, but at least her breakfast was great. It was her favorite. Salmon steak.She felt a little better when
After the gym class ended, the kids went to their respective classes.But for Silje, she was dragged away by Brigit’s friends to the storage building located behind the gym. When she saw the familiar sports equipment Silje smiled bitterly. This was where Kail’s gang had dragged her here last time.And just like then, she was being assaulted, but this time, it was Brigit’s posse.“Why do you think Kail was interested in this Asian monkey?”“Because he was bored? Haha, this bitch must’ve thought she was so great just because Kail showed a little interest in her.”The girls laughed and kicked Silje’s stomach.Silje grabbed her body in pain and bit her lips not to cry out. Brigit glared at her with her cold violet eyes and grabbed Silje’s hair.“Bitch! I can’t stand you. How dare you get close to Kail?”Brigit slapped her face, making Silje’s eyes b
Nothing changed.No matter how angry he became, his feelings for her wouldn’t go away.The deeply seeded light in his eyes was for her and it wouldn’t disappear.Even now, Kail was silently whispering to her.He was asking her to take his hand.He was telling her that he still wanted her.He was looking down at her with his arms crossed intimidatingly, but Silje could still see it. Kail was still seducing her like the night sky.A cold and calm voice.“You are the one who said you can take care of yourself, yet here you are. You’ve gotten me involved again. Don’t you think you should’ve done a better job to prevent something like this?”A threat. A warning.It cut her like a knife. It was an attack. Despite his feelings for her, Kail was still the cruel king. There was no kindness in him.Silje looked at her aching wrist before locking her eyes with his.&ldq
The following day in the early evening, one of Silje's instructors, Annika, assembled her in for a conference.Silje was as of late frustrated by the school and every one of the educators when she detailed the harassing issue including Jamal, so she had no assumptions when she went into the counsel room."Come in, Silje."Annika grinned benevolent and invited her into the room.Like Silje, Annika was extremely tall with a stature of 176 cm. She was known for being understanding and fair among the understudies.For quite a while, Silje furtively felt that assuming any of the instructors planned to help her, it would be Annika. Concealing her expectation, Silje consented to this gathering casually.Annika shared with her, "Silje, I saw you got a C on the last math test. You likewise scarcely utilized your number cruncher during your test.""Please accept my apologies. It is actually the case that I could do without math, however I will
On Monday, Silje grinned welcomingly when she saw Jamal in the review room."Hi, Jamal. How have you been?""Great! Seeing you's great! I needed to pose you an inquiry. I was contemplating giving a gift to Katrina… "Jamal looked invigorated as he requested her recommendation."What sort of gifts do young ladies like? I don't have any idea what to get her. I have no clue about what Katrina would like.""What about a hairband or other hair embellishments?""Gracious, truly?" Jamal shouted at Silje's response, "Goodness, I think an adorable pin would look great on her! It satisfies me simply contemplating Katrina. I will go to the store after school and get her something."As they left the review room, Jamal asked enthusiastically, "Do you figure Katrina will like it?""Obviously. I'm certain she'll adore it. Best of luck, Jamal.""Much thanks! Could you have the option to go with me to the store to assist me with p
Silje knew now. Regardless of how hard she opposed, Kail wouldn't squint. Truth be told, the more she retaliated, the harder he came after her.Consequently, Silje just looked as Jamal was hauled away. She, when all is said and done, was soon strongly assumed to a similar position.Her impulses told her that she and Jamal wouldn't leave what is going on solid.Kail was mixed up about her and Jamal's relationship. Might it be said that he was desirous by some coincidence?She giggled at its idiocy.It was crazy, yet imagine a scenario in which he felt that.Silje thought rapidly. She needed to think of something. Or, in all likelihood quite possibly he could kill Jamal.She didn't question that Kail would go that far without a second thought.***"Bring the rope and hang them topsy turvy," Kail requested icily."Perhaps it will assist them with thinking better assuming that more blood goes to their heads."T
At the point when Silje woke up, she was draping topsy turvy with her hands bound together.It was cold, and each hair on her body stood up.The things that occurred in this capacity building…She recollected that them right away and shuddered.Bend.She moved a bit and observed that the rope around her feet was attached to the ceiling fixture. She could feel the sharp aggravation on her cheeks and arms.What's more, she was in good company.It took everything in her to resist the urge to panic. In the mean time, the kid hanging alongside her was whining like a miserable doggy. She recognized the natural wavy dark hair.Jamal."… Jamal, would you say you are alright?"Jamal groaned stronger as though he was passing on. At that point, Silje detested the awful ruler, the person who caused this.She frowned at the dismal ripper who was standing close by quietly.She recollected what he tol
Beep, beep.The street was busy with familiar yellow cabs and other cars. It was rush hour, and everyone was trying to get home while the restaurants and bars started to light up their neon signs.Beep, beep.The drivers honked in frustration, but Silje, who was on foot, was walking with a light heart. It was rush hour, but it didn’t mean anything to her.In an ivory trench coat, high heels, and a pink scarf, Silje looked like spring. Wearing a pair of sunglasses, she smiled happily as she hurriedly walked to her destination.It wasn’t that she was late, and she actually didn’t know where she would be going tonight. She was going to call him very soon to find out what he wanted to do.Waiting for the green light, she took a deep breath. The wind was still chilly, but it felt gentle, reminding her that the spring was finally coming to New York.“Could it really be almost spring already? It has been so cold this
Two years later at a TV studio for the show “One” Norway.“Hello, everyone. We are here today to interview the world-famous model Silje Kim. Oh, there she is, walking out. Do you see her? She has arrived right on time for her interview. The audience is turning around to get a glimpse of her. Yes, that’s right. Beautiful long black hair, calm black eyes, exotic features, and a gorgeous body. She was one of the top Asian models in New York until recently when she retired after getting married. She wrote an autobiography titled ‘The Swan’ which is receiving enormous attention from the public. In her book, Silje Kim talks about the terrible racism she experienced in her youth, going through an abortion as a teenager, and moving to New York to become a successful model. Her candidness has captured her audience’s attention and ‘The Swan’ is currently the number one bestseller in Norway. Her writing is considered to be excellent
Kail was in a coma for well over a week.After ten days of not waking up, the doctors didn’t seem to have much hope for him. Instead of becoming hysterical, Silje began to feel calmer as the uncertain time passed.She felt like she was ready to let him go now.With that thought, Silje visited the hospital again. Smelling the unpleasant disinfectant and walking into the VIP room, she stopped suddenly.“…”For some reason, there were more doctors and nurses inside the room than usual. Silje raised her eyebrows in confusion. Something felt different. These people weren’t here just for a routine round.One of the nurses noticed Silje and informed her, “The patient woke up a little while ago. You can visit him if you want, but only briefly.”Kail was awake.Just when she finally came to terms with his death, God sent her an unexpected gift. Walking slowly to his bed, Silje looked at him cal
Silje took the shiny scissors to Kail’s wrist.“…”She cut his pale skin, making the shockingly red blood drip from it.Next, it was her turn. Silje did the same on her delicate wrist.She dripped her own blood into Kail’s wound, as if this act could make them one.“I can’t let you go yet, so this is what I am going to do. You are not allowed to leave me. I’m sure there will be plenty of people in the world who would be pleased to have you die, but I am not ready for you to leave yet.”Kail still wouldn’t move, and Silje looked down at him coldly.“You are not allowed to die without my permission, Kail. You made me the way I am now, so don’t even think about leaving me without my permission. I will never forgive you if you die on me like this. You always do whatever you want, causing me so much pain, but this time, I will not let you get what you want. You can&rs
Pale face covered in wounds.Tubes going into his mouth to hook him to a ventilator.Kail was barely breathing, but despite the desperate situation, he still looked like a beautiful deity underneath the blue moon.Silje stared at him. She looked calm on the outside, but she felt her heart breaking on the inside.The noises from the medical devices were disturbing, making her frown.“Are you happy now? You made me into this weak woman. You made me feel such strong emotions… Fine, I will admit it. Looking at you like this is killing me. You once told me that I drove you to madness. You are doing the same to me… You flew halfway across the world to chase me and you have caused me so much pain. Are you happy now? Answer me! Kail!”Silence.It felt like she was standing in a cold graveyard. Watching him looking helpless, Silje put her hand on her chest and said to him slowly, “You won. You have ruined me, so
This was the first time Christian told her his true feelings. Silje didn’t know what to say at first. She thought for a second before asking him slowly, “If you get to come with me to the hospital now, do you think it will make you feel better? Would it be enough to make you feel like you no longer owe me anything?”“Probably.”Christian nodded and continued, “This will be the last time. I will take you to the hospital. You look like you are in shock so I don’t think you will be able to get there on your own anyway in your current state.”He was right. Silje was pretending to be calm, but her legs were shaking. She looked up at him and replied quietly, “Alright. Then could you drive me to the hospital, Christian? I need to see him.”“Of course.”She had to see him.On the phone, Silje was told that Kail was in a terrible accident and he was dying.The man she hate
The phone rang in the middle of the night.The woman swore in annoyance as she took a sip of her whiskey. Putting down her cigarette, she picked up the phone with her perfectly manicured hand.“Hello?”Messy blond hair, clad in black slip wet with sweat.A naked man watched her as she answered the phone. Ingrid was with a young man in a hotel room when the phone rang. Breathlessly, she answered, “What? Seriously! You finally got rid of him! Perfect. Good job. I knew you could do it. It was worth the money. Good. So now, you need to cross the border to go to Mexico and then take the boat to the Caribbean island like we planned. I will take care of the costs, so don’t worry. Make sure to destroy your cellphone as well. Rolf can never find out about this. Gosh!!! Finally! Finally, the day has come!”Ingrid laughed hysterically at the news. She took another sip of her whiskey as if to celebrate.The blond young man
When she came out wrapped in a white towel, Tasha was talking to her boyfriend on the phone. Anna was away in Saint Petersburg doing a photoshoot for Russian Vogue, so the dorm was quieter than usual.A siren was heard from outside but Silje was used to it by now. Drying her hair with the towel, Silje looked out the window with a bitter expression.She was used to this life now. When she first came to New York, she felt lost in this giant city.However, she no longer felt lonely. She used to be completely alone, but now, she had friends, including Jung Yun. After work, Silje often chatted with her friends.Jung Yun, especially, became a close friend. Jung Yun, a fellow model and the daughter of Silje’s favorite Korean restaurant owner, often gave Silje helpful advice regarding modeling.And of course, Silje sometimes talked to Niels and Tran in Oslo. She also contacted Irina from time to time. These were people who were happy for Silje’
After returning home from dinner with Christian, Silje changed into more comfortable clothes. She still lived in the agency dorm with the other models. Since she didn’t live alone, it wasn’t perfectly private, but Silje still felt like she belonged here.“Hello, Silje.”Tasha greeted her. She was a model from Eastern Europe with a long ponytail. She was wearing a yoga shirt and black hot pants. They lived with another model named Anna who was from Russia. The three got along well and they often went for meals together. Their favorite place was in Chinatown.Silje also had a wide network of acquaintances. She was often invited to parties where she was able to enjoy good jazz music and wine. Silje liked these parties sometimes, but she still couldn’t get used to them like many other New York models.What mattered the most to her was her work, but still, Silje recently opened up her heart and worked on her social life as well. I