Another sigh was released into the world. Serene played with the collar on her sleeveless orange blouse. She leaned into the softness provided by her office chair, palms resting on the back of her head. "He's not the only one."
Outside they could hear the rushing of feet as students proceeded down the hallway. Neither of them remembered a bell ringing. Were they so preoccupied that they couldn't even register such a loud noise?
"My parents are acting up too," Serene said. "Asking me roundabout questions like 'who I considered to be the hottest guy or gal in school' and 'what my ideal date would entail' as if I don't know they wanna' find out if I'm seeing anyone or have any interest in doing so." She scoffed. "Just can't wait for their little girl to find a darling mate and provide an he
