Zone 3
1810 Words
Two days have passed and the chatzone seems quiet, maybe they're giving us time to review?
Next week is the 2nd Quarter exam, and I just want to let you all know that the exams here at school are very difficult, where you can't answer the questions once you miss a word in the book.
But it was a relief after the exam. You will be having a free week, you can do anything in school without attending any classes. BUT! you are not allowed to be absent because they’re still checking the attendance.
You’re just in school all day, chilling or if you have a club you can participate if you want.
And now I'm heading to the library while I'm carrying my thick book on biology. There's a lot to memorize here but then, it’s fun.
Otherwise, I hate Math. Yeah, I hate computations and anything, but hating math doesn't mean that I will fail it anytime. It has a big impact on my grade because it's a major subject.
"Hey!" someone called me from the back.
I know it's me because I'm the only person in the hallway, most students are in the cafeteria, they mostly spend their time eating rather than reviewing.
"Yeah?" I said, and it was Marx.
"I was looking for you, and I remembered that you love books. That's why I went here to the library." I stopped and faced him.
"Hmm. Why are you looking for me?" I smirked, trying to annoy him.
He frowned and refused to stare at me.
"U-uh. M-maybe I’m curious about your condition, aren’t you dizzy?" He stuttered at first but he made me blushed when he moved closer to me.
"Nah. I'm alright." I stuttered at the same time as my heart was beating fast
I turned my back on him and walked away again, and he’s still following me!
"What else do you need, Sandoval?" I asked seriously because my time is running out, I should have reviewed it at this time.
"I think starting from now, I need to stick with you" I stopped, wondering what he said
"And why?" I asked.
"So that I can protect you, and for me to be alert to missions," he said which made my heart beat faster...
"I need to review Marx, let's just meet later," I said and started to run, hiding my blushed face!
So embarrassing!
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"Ugh! My head hurts" I said in frustration. I just wanna cry it out! I still need to memorize but when I look at my notes, I just wanna pass out!
"Hmm, my mother said, don't waste your time studying, you'll go crazy" I was surprised when someone sat in front of me...
"Why would I go crazy, freak?" I raised an eyebrow at the question
What a dumb a*s!
Wait?
Marx?
"Why are you here?" I whispered it's f*******n to make noise here in the library.
"As I said, I will follow you wherever you go," he said with a smile and opened the book he was carrying, argh!
"Even in Cr?" I asked and grinned
He frowned and raised his head,
"Of course I'll give you privacy when urinating and… defecating" he laughed and went again
“Hell!” I burst out in embarrassment
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We stayed here in the library for a few more minutes, while reading I didn't realize that Marx had fallen asleep.
I was about to wake him, but I was stunned and stared at him,
"You're really handsome," I whispered.
"I know" I was surprised when he suddenly replied and slowly lifted his head while smiling
"Huh? Do you think you're the one I'm talking about?" I asked.
"Yes, because we're the only two us here and they're in class" I looked around at what he said
Shit. He’s right.
When I looked at him, he was already staring at me while raising an eyebrow.
“fine, let's go, we still have class" he quickly snatched my book from me and walked ahead...
Yes, he's boyfriend material, but I still don't like him, I've been traumatized by Jake, my Ex-boyfriend who you thought you were forever, but no.
Jake’s mother said that he died because of me, because of my stupidness, he died! He died three years ago and I never saw the body because his parents hid it from me, and until now I have been blamed for their son's death. I don’t even remember what’s the cause of his death and what happened to us three years ago.
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We have reached the door of my room and he is still not leaving,
"Thanks, you can leave now," I said and went inside.
I was surprised when he followed me.
"This is not your class" I gritted my teeth.
"Who says no? I changed my schedules for you, Van"
DAMN IT!!
'Is that Marx? Damn!'
'gosh!'
'Marx! My baby!'
'New classmate?'
'Is he talking to Vanessa? The heck!'
'They are partners, shut up.'
'Really?! They are not good together!!'
'So you think, you are good to Marx?'
'Boom! Just let him go! He’ll just ignore you.'
'Shut the f**k up’
I went to my seat, just in time for our Mathematics teacher to enter.
"Good day Class, So today Mr. Marx Sandoval will transfer to our class temporarily, and there is another student, a transfer student here ... Mr. Theron Sandoval," My professor said and a man entered.
"Theron" I heard Marx whisper so I stared at the man.
Shit!
Jake?!
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Nika: you’re such a lucky girl! Imagine two Sandovals in a room!
Vanessa: God Nika! Do you still remember Jake?
Nika: Jake? Your ex?
Vanessa: Damn Yes! And unfortunately, Theron looks like Jake, but it's impossible for Jake to live because it's been 3 years since I saw him.
Nika: Oh my gosh, really?! Why didn't I recognize him a while ago?
Vanessa: What to do! Looks like he’ll sit next to me!
Nika: Oh my gosh! Let him.
Vanessa: Just kidding, he prefers to sit beside Marx.
Nika: Aww
Vanessa: Bye.
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"Hello Everyone, I'm Theron Sandoval, glad to meet you all," he said and he walks toward my seat
I immediately chatted with Nika about what was going on! Because he really looks like Jake! The difference is that Theron is taller and more handsome than Jake.
I thought he would sit beside me because it is a vacant seat but I was embarrassed when he went straight to Marx and greeted him.
"Bro" Marx called, still shocked.
Theron smiled at him.
"Brother. We’re classmates?" He said as he did the ‘fist bomb’ with Marx.
"I thought you're still in States," Marx asked
"I went home, it’s so boring there. By the way, Where is Rist?" Theron asked.
"Rist is studying at another school, and he will graduate soon,” Marx said.
Well Yeah, Rist Sandoval is their older brother, I met him because he was also a student here when I was still in junior high school, and when I was in senior high, Rist got an offer from the other school and Marx came.
And just now I met Theron who seems to be only months apart from Marx. Because they are in the same class, so it means they are the same age.
"Ahh, Is she your?" Theron seems hesitant to ask Marx
I was surprised when Marx put his arms on my shoulder and presented me to Theron.
"I think soon, Theron meet my partner Vanessa Montez" Marx introduced me to Theron
"Hi," he smiled and offered to shake hands. I was still embarrassed at first but I accepted it too.
Our professor started talking in front of us so we sat down.
Theron Sandoval, why do you look like Jake? Argh! Jake is dead.
Jake is dead.
Just let him go.
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Class is over and I'm heading out of school,
"Van!" Marx shouted, I already know his voice since we have always been together.
I stopped walking and faced him.
"Why?" I asked.
"I'll drive you home," he offered.
"No need Marx, just bond with your brother, and I'll just call Nika so we can go home together," I said, it's embarrassing because his brother went home so they should have dinner or something.
"Then call her now," He commanded.
I nodded and dialed Nika, a few minutes later she also answered,
[Nika, let's go home together, I'll wait for you here in the parking lot]- Me
[I'm sorry Van, I'm with my boyfriend, maybe next time]- Nika
She ended the call, oh doomed.
"Alright, let's go," Marx said and suddenly grabbed my hand.
I can't refuse him anymore because he's already pulling me,
I immediately fastened my seat belt when we got in his car,
"Marx" I called, he looked at me as he started the car,
"Hmm," He answered.
"That Theron, why did I only see him now, only you, Rist, and your cousins are the only Sandoval I know, how come you have another brother?" I asked,
"Oh, Theron? He used to be here too, He just went to the States, he said he wanted to study there. " I nodded at what he said,
"Ah," I simply answered.
"Why? Interested in him?" he suddenly asked.
"The hell, Marx? Yes, he's handsome but he’s not my type! "I just rolled my eyes on him
"Defensive" He smirked.
"You know I can like him too, why not? Maybe we’re only a few months away" I grinned, and suddenly his smirk disappeared from his lips,
And it was covered with a blank face
"Go to him, then," He said in a serious tone
I started to laugh. Is he jealous?
"Why are you jealous?" I've started to piss him
"No" he denied.
"You're jealous, admit it, Marx. You like me!" I keep on pissing him. I know he won’t like me.
"No, we’re here. Leave.” He ordered.
"THANK YOU!" I shouted and went out.
He left as soon as I got out.
Kring!
"Oh? Marx is calling?" I answered his call, we're just separated? Did he miss me right away?
[why?]
[Yes, I’m jealous---]- Marx
Call ended.
What?! I did not understand! He speaks so fast and then the phone doesn't stick to my ear yet!
It looks like Marx is sick! Tsk.
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Vanessa: If you are sick, take your medicine right away.
Marx: What the hell are you saying?
Vanessa: Then go to bed early so you can get well soon.
Marx: Are you crazy?
Vanessa: You just called a while ago, I didn’t hear what you said and it looks like you’re not feeling well.
Marx: Huh?
Vanessa: Bye, I'll just review, Get well Marx.
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- Writer
