Essel’s Pov
"Wow, you really need to improve at this."
Giving Akila my fiercest glare, I attempt to maintain my balance on his skateboard for more than two seconds without completely embarrassing myself.
Well. Clearly, I do not succeed.
Once again.
Time seems to drag as the skateboard swiftly slides out from under my feet, causing me to stumble over my own legs and fall onto my backside.
Yay, life.
My face starts to flush with embarrassment as the boys burst into laughter. In no time, Dennis is right next to me, assisting me to my feet like the true gentleman he is.
Akila, on the other hand, is struggling to catch his breath from his fit of laughter.
Disregarding the jerk, I grab my water bottle, twist off the cap, and quickly gulp down a mouthful.
Suddenly, I find myself choking
