I read the message on my phone screen one more time, unsure of what to do with the information displayed. Should I copy the answer sent by the stranger -as I always do- or should I make the first move?
Fuck it.
"Hey, Eric" I say, turning around on my chair.
Apparently, my voice is so loud that he jumps in his seat and falls backwards dramatically, trying to stop himself before touching the ground but failing miserably. Fortunately, nobody saw his hilarious fall. Just a couple of students turned around, but Eric had already gotten up and returned to his seat.
My laughter must stay silent, that's why I cover my mouth with my hands.
Ashby blushes madly and tries to keep solving the problem on his notebook. I finally calm myself and stop giggling. "Dude, how could you fall
