[ANIKA HODGENS POV]Dad, even my car key, took all my credit cards. My energy was fully drained to go against his decision, and for sure, they won't listen anyway. I'm tired of fighting for my rights and explaining my sides of the story, so I just go along. Their image is more important than what I feel or how I feel. After clashing, my parents returned to their respective families. I didn't even get the chance to say that I was expelled from school, but I wonder why it hasn't reached Dad. By this time, he should have been informed by the dean. I was stuck in my room all day and didn't feel like eating either. Every meal the maid brings, I throw in the trash. I want to end my life to stop my suffering so that I would no longer be a problem to my parents. Dad doesn't need to waste his money anymore, sending me to school. He always says that whenever I commit a mistake or even disappoint him. I'm such a shame; that's all he knows about me. [JAZ AMANDA POV]I called Anika several tim
[JAZ AMANDA POV]My mood is a pain in the ass. All day and this cropped up for the first time. It's her choice if she doesn't want to talk to me for good, but I hope she returns to school. That's all I'm concerned about in her. My soul ceases for a moment, thinking. Wait! Is that really the reason? Why do I make an effort like this?! Oh shit! Nevermind!"Jaz, I'm glad you're here now. How's school?" my nanny asked with a sheepish smile. A crooked grin takes over to hide my moodiness as I lied, saying it's all great. The truth is, all I could think of was Anika, the headstrong girl I had ever met in my entire life."Nanny, I'll just get changed and rest for a while. Maybe I'll eat later. Besides, it's too early," I stated, acting as expected. I don't want her to figure out that I'm not okay. Nanny Cynthia knows me very well, aside from my parents. It won't help if she worries."Okay, my dear. Just let me know. I'm only here in the kitchen." Nanny Cynthia responded. I went to my room af
[JAZ AMANDA POV] "Hey! Good morning!" Her voice sounds fruity. I don't know if I'm dreaming, hallucinating, or just going crazy. Did I hear correctly? Anika Hodgens greeted me. But hell no! I will not let my guard down, at least for a moment. She tortured me for days. I started without emotions, acting rudely, but many butterflies flew inside and about to come out of my mouth. Anika sat in her chair, and I could even see her smirk. She knows how to smile now. Annoying. Why didn't this girl even think to call me back? Anika didn't even say thank you. I took all the risk just to have her back. I mean so that she could come back to school. I can't believe I did all that. [ANIKA HODGENS POV] I wonder why Jaz ignored me. Is she still mad at me? At least I can't blame her because I didn't treat her accordingly. Settling on my place, I peeked at her, tempting to tap her back. "Good morning, class!" Ms. Gonzales showed her presence. That's the only time my eyes averted to Jaz. "How
"Alright! You won! I was looking for you," hesitated, but Jaz bravely admitted it. My eyes narrowed. Supposed to thank her for saving me, but no guts to dare to come out because I had mistreated her. "Hey! Anika. Are you still there?" she asked, pondering. My lips seemed to harden and lock. No words! Thank goodness our break is almost done. "Let's go back to our room," I let her step first after saying that. I can sense her wanting me to say sorry. I liked that too, but how? Damn! I had never said sorry in my whole life. [JAZ AMANDA POV]I don't know if she's numb or doesn't care what she told me. I don't need her to thank me, but at least say sorry for how she made me feel, but she's also not at fault. I just feel like I deserved it. While walking back to our room, disturbing sounds made me stop. Oh shit! I didn't have my lunch yet. My hand deliberately rubbed my tummy, and I swallowed. My throat is also dry. "Is there a problem, Jaz?" I get annoyed, feeling like I'm becoming ca
[ANIKA HODGENS POV] Nanny Cynthia was the one who faced me when I arrived. Her beaming smile proves how happy she was to see me, and she abruptly welcomed me inside their mansion. My eyes wander around, probing for someone. Oddly, where is Jaz? Too soon to stay in the room, isn't she supposed to have dinner right now? They are just as big as our house. It's the 2nd time I've stepped in, and I am exploring it more today. I remember the last time I woke up in Jaz's room. That was the first I ended up in somebody's bed. Nanny Cynthis directly went upstairs as I settled myself on their couch. She seemed excited to announce my presence to Jaz. My frustration flashed when Nanny Cynthia came down alone. Doesn't Jaz want to see me? Is she still mad at me? That's why I'm here, to say sorry and tell her how thankful I am because she gave me a chance to finish high school—the only person who believed in my innocence. "I'm sorry, Anika, but she's probably fallen asleep. Her door was locked
"What are you doing, Jaz?" "Ahh!" I cried out, stunned. "Nanny! Oh my god. I'm going to have a heart attack." I held my chest in shock. "What are you doing at this time?" She turned on the light, realizing what I was busy with right now. "Because you didn't eat before hitting the sack, why are you still wearing your uniform?" "I fell asleep, nanny. I didn't realize." "By the way, Anika came here earlier, but you are not getting up." I shifted in disbelief. "What?! Nanny, why didn't you wake me up?" I vocalize in annoyance, irked deep inside. She must have knocked at my door, but I played music to ignore it—what a waste of opportunity. "Why are you acting like that? You could talk to her at school, though." She beams unconsciously. My chest felt like it was going to explode. Anika went to me, but I was asleep. What the heck?! Shit! I was suddenly disgusted with myself. "I'm so sorry. My bad," I apologized for my impulsive behavior. Nanny helped me reheat the food I too
[JAZ AMANDA POV] My day was okay, not until this new girl showed up. She seems close to Anika, and I loathe it. "Good morning, class!" Ms. Gonzales greeted us. "As you can see, we have a new transferee. Ms. Gwen Stacy." She stated, pointing at Gwen. Seeing her on that chair makes me revolt. Ms. Gonzales suddenly fell silent and seemed to be thinking of something or wanted to tell us. Shit! Our project. We are curious about whose group she intends to insert this girl. Oof! No! Not in us. Please, oh God in heaven, bear with me. I felt I was gonna cry, and it was vexatious. "For the project, take Ms. Gwen Stacy in your group, Ms. Amanda." Oh, fuck! I swear in my thoughts. What the heck is happening today?I thought it would be great. Finally, I realized Anika appreciated what I did, calling me many times, going to my house, and inviting me to lunch with her. Everything was coming into place, but suddenly, this newbie emerged.This Gwen Stacy was ruining it all. Ahh! I was screamin
[NARRATOR]"Jaz, let's go?" Anika said as she stood to approach Jaz when the class was over. She was excited to have time with Jaz so they could fix their misunderstanding, but sadly, Gwen seemed like want to get along too. "Where are you guys going? Can I come with you?" Anika got confused hearing Jaz."Yes, better go with Gwen so you can reunite. I remember I still have work to do in the library, and we also have a meeting with the class presidents." Jaz chose to lie. Suddenly she preferred not to be around Anika. "Wait! We already agreed earlier," Anika interrupted. "My bad, Anika. Perhaps next time. Bye!" waving her hand as she walks away. Anika was left dumbfounded. "Come on, Anika. Take me around this school. We haven't seen each other for a long ago. Look at you, and you're still pretty." Gwen stated as she hauled Anika with her. [JAZ AMANDA POV]Here's what I've been waiting for, and it's time to breathe. Finally, I can get away with Anika for a while.I'm a bit annoyed.