DEVIL BESIDES YOU

Chapter 3

The three of them approached the computer desk and connected to the internet. Then, Samuel's hands typed in web information for all students and other school personnel.

Searching...

They typed in the keyword 'Zhian'. A series of data and writings appeared that described everything about the new student at Nirvana School.

"Vi Zhian Smith. He was born in Japan, August 29, 1991, a transfer student from Stravia School. His IQ is 250. His final TOEFL test score＞550. Status unknwon. Just it?" Samuel read the data so briefly.

"That's strange. This is the only data that our school's student club website managed to load." Aurel argued.

"He's been at school for over a week, wow, there are over 500 comments from students about him. Just click here, who knows if there is additional information," Samuel added.

Samuel clicked on all the comments that pointed to the student named Zhian. The rows of posts were so many, it was a headache.

"Ouch, there's so much comments. I'm going to get night blind at this rate," Samuel exclaimed.

Samuel clicked on one of the comments. 99.4% were from female students. No wonder a week at school has made him known throughout the school.

"We opened the last comment, it was posted 10 minutes ago."

[Zhian, this student is really mysterious, I like it. But, a week at school, has already made the school in an uproar. A lot of people have their eyes on him. Many female students tried to approach him, none of which he responded to. But, I have investigated some information about him. I hope this can be used as an additional tactic for other students who intend to steal his attention.

Vi Zhian Smith, the only son of a famous doctor in this country, Dr. Smith Wijaya. His hobby is definitely alone, thinking, as long as breathing is enough. Besides being a gummy maniac, he loves Japanese food, such as sushi, teriyaki, sashimi, yakiniku, sukiyaki, mochi cake, nikujaga, onogiri, or anything else.

Maybe, that's all the information. If there's anything new, I'll post it again on our beloved school website. Fighting! Fellow Zhian fans, we must support each other!]

Samuel and Aurel finished reading on the computer screen.

"Bubble gum, huh? But I don't really like bubble gum," Aurel exclaimed.

"But Aurel, it would be weird if you suddenly walked up to him and gave him bubble gum. That would be selling yourself too much, darling," Mark added.

Aurel nodded in agreement, thinking again. Samuel had been pouting incoherently. However, when he saw Aurel's face, which was too eager to pursue the mysterious man's love, he was able to brush off the jealousy burning in his heart.

"That's not the way to approach a man with a character like him." Samuel began to speak in an arrogant tone.

Aurel and Mark simultaneously glanced at Samuel. "So, how?"

"Zhian, a quiet and cold man like him never likes coquettish and seductive women. It just makes him feel sick. He also doesn't like extra attention. He prefers things to be the way they are without any contrivances or exaggerations."

With his cool style, Samuel acted like a love counselor.

"You know what? What I heard is that you're the only Science 1 student who's never been seen with a special lady," Mark said with a nonchalant smile.

Samuel glared. "Hey, where did you get that rumor? I'm like that because I don't want to be bothered by any student. Just so you know, I'm also a cool student here at Nirvana School." Samuel came to his defense.

"Hey! Why are you fighting like this?" Aurel said.

"Oh yeah, I'm leaving first. I have some business to attend to," Samuel said.

The young man immediately left Aurel's yard on his motorcycle.

*

Meanwhile, Aurel sat quietly in the living room. Her gaze was completely straight, as if she had something to think about. In contrast, Mark was half-dozing while texting. Even in a half-squatting position, he could fall asleep.

"Hey, Mark!" Aurel said, throwing a sofa cushion at Mark's face.

The oriental-looking man stammered, opening his eyes halfway. Aurel was annoyed that the sleeper had fallen back asleep.

"Mark!" growled Aurel, this time creating a little mineral water from the glass into her palm. Splashing into her cousin's handsome face.

"What's wrong?" grumbled Mark.

"Why do I have a bad feeling? I saw someone coming. But, it's so weird. Like there's a cold aura that-"

"Bingo!" Marka stood up with sparkling eyes. Her consciousness was back in one piece. "Apparently, your sixth sense is really great. And that's one more surprise for you."

The house bell rang. It was true what Aurel had said. She was just wondering what else her cousin-in-law would do. Mark went to open the door. Before long, he returned with a middle-aged woman who looked like a gypsy, a psychic or fortune teller. Her aura was really cold, Aurel could feel it.

"Aurel, this is Madam Jessica. She will help you solve everything."

Aurel was upset because she didn't think Mark could go this far. "Mark, don't joke around. I can get close to Zhian without having to use a witch or fortune teller."

Mark smiled. "Well, Honey, it's not like that. This Madam Jessica is not a witch or a love fortune teller. I asked her to come here to give you positive suggestions. I don't want you to be timid because of that 6th sense. I want you to be more cheerful. Well, Madam Jessica will help you get rid of that negative aura so that the positive aura in you will shine through," Mark said clearly.

"Ouch, you idiot."

"Yes, I am a genius. So, madam, take my cousin to the room!" Mark added with a smile.

"Come on, Aurelia Devi. I'll help you. Mark has told me all about it. I won't take away your sixth sense, but maybe I'll blur them a little. Yes, so that you can relax more about life."

"Watch out, you!" Aurel exclaimed to Mark as she left the living room for her room.

Mark just smiled sweetly, then stretched his arms while fighting off drowsiness. This time he found a floor mat and was ready to land on it. He had to fall asleep for a while.

"That's not all, Aurel. There's a third surprise that will make you smile. If this cousin of yours had stepped in, everything would have been fine," Mark said, babbling with his eyes closed.

*

The atmosphere of the bookstore was so quiet. Among the many other customers, among the bookshelves that stood upright in each aisle, among the books of different genres that were neatly arranged, a handsome man with a hilarious atmosphere stood with a wild gaze. Instead of looking at the girls in the bookstore, it was the girls who were looking at him.

Samuel. He was looking for the book that was meant for today. The book that made him feel close to someone he liked.

"Wow, that guy is handsome too, huh!"

Samuel heard the small voices of several girls in front of him. Samuel just smiled indifferently while thinking to himself.

'That's right, I am very handsome. Now let's find what we need first.'

Samuel quickly searched for the book. Finally, his eyes lit up when he found the book with the attractive cover. Reading leisurely. Then, this time he heard some unpleasant whispers about himself.

"Ouch. Oh my! So handsome... turned out to be gay. What a pity."