A/N: Finally, I'm a senior at school and that means…more homework and studying T_T. Well, that's school life for me. No use complaining, which I do almost everyday.
Anyways, here's ch.7 of Say My Name!
Mixed Feelings
For a few moments which seemed then like eternity, the teens were lost in their own thoughts. The two brunettes sweating with anxiety as they wait for either one of the couple to utter a word. Sawako fidgeting on her spot but soon became worried for every second she was not replied. Kazehaya's mind went blank. A strange feeling washed over him as he stared down at the wooden floor, he just couldn't face her right now.
"Kazehaya-kun? Are you…alright?" She asked in a worried tone as he snapped back to reality but still avoiding her gaze.
"G-Good morning….Kuronuma."
Shouta tried to smile, but the pain in his eyes showed it all. His head tilted down again to avoid her eyes. Sawako knew something was wrong and tried to check his expression but he turned away. Somehow his emotions were in disarray and he didn't want her to see him this way.
"I-I'm sorry, I have to go now."
He walked past the confused Sawako before she could even utter a word and hasten towards their classroom. She didn't know what to say as her eyes loomed over where he had once been standing. Several questions popped up but
"Sawako…." Chizu started, but nothing seemed to be able to comfort her then.
"I…I'm going to water the plants."
The grip on her bag tighten before she dashed out without a second thought. The brunettes sighed and headed to class solemnly.
Class 2-D
The lively class was bustling with giggles and laughters from every group of students. Kazehaya dragged the door open and stepped inside. But he was immediately noticed by one of his many friends, Jo, and stopped on his tracks. He stopped joking around a group of students and stretched his arms enthusiastically to wave at Shouta.
"Hey! Kazehaya!"
Everyone in the room looked over happily at the sound of his name but stopped themselves from saying anything when they saw his really dark mood. Except for Jo that is. The overly excited class joker placed his arm around Shouta's neck jokingly and chatter away.
"Well, I thought you'd never come! I have many things to tell you!"
Hearing no response, Joe was curious of what happened to the usually cheery Kazehaya Shouta. "Hello? Kazehaya?" he waved his hand infront of him but still no response. The whole class sweatdropped and thought of how brave, but at the same time stupid thing he did. Joe finally leaned to the side and glanced at Shouta's face. He retreated back instinctively and hit some tables on the way.
"W-What happened to him?"
Kazehaya had too much on his mind. He walked a few steps on his chair. The room was silent as they observe his weird behaviour.
BAM!
They all flinched as his head literally banged the table. A group of guys spoke hushly to each other.
"H-Hey, did something happened to Kazehaya?"
"I don't know but it's best uf you don't talk to him for a while."
"W-Why's that?"
"Well…let's just say he can be a little bit scary according to his moods…"
The horrified classmates quickly took their eyes off the moody teen. Kazehaya sighed and thought to himself about what happened before. Realization came over him as he remembered how unreasonable he was. Kuronuma was just worried about him and he was acting cold towards her.
"Aargh!What's wrong with me?"
Shouta ruffled his hair in annoyance as a couple of people around him were shocked at his sudden outburst. Calming down, he gaze at his hand, remembering the warmth of her touch the night before.
"….Sawako.."
Behind the School building
Watering can in hand, Sawako proceeded to sprinkle the multi-coloured flowers. She watched as the droplets of liquid formed on each petals. Bending down, she placed the watering can on the ground, her coal-like hair barely brushing the dry soil. Her fingers softly caressing the a small flower , a white daisy withering away.
"I-I'm sorry, I have to go now."
His voice slightly stuttering and the hurt in his eyes, avoiding her gaze, still lingered on her mind.
"Tell me…did I do something wrong?"
A drop of tear flowed on her cheeks as she fought the urge to cry. Her eyes brimming with tears as another drop threatened to fell down.
"Sawa-Chan!"
She yelped in surprised and turned to see Chizu running towards her with the other brunette, currently walking in her own pace.
"C-Chizu-chan and Ayane-chan…"
"Err…well Sawako, class is starting soon so…"
Chizu started hesitantly, unsure of what to say as she scratched the back of her head. Ayane sighed at Chizu's failed attempt to cheer her up. She folded her arms and looked straight at her watering eyes.
"Did you calm down already?"
Sawako took some time to think about her question and nodded.
"Good, because you know we'll always be here for you."
The smart, brown-haired teen gave a reassuring smile. Chizu burst into tears and her favourite handkerchief snuck out of her pocket. She shook her head up and down vigorously, agreeing with her. Sawako was touched by her friend's kindness and smiled. She couldn't give up now, not when her friends are supporting her.
Sawako brought up both her palms and slapped herself on her cheeks simultaneously. The two brunettes grinned at her action. She closed her eyes and took in a deep breath to stop her tears. The next moment, her eyes showed determination as she smiled at them.
There must be something I can do…It's not going to end like this!
~End Of Ch.7~
Alice: Any opinions on the chapter?
Chizu: Y-Yoshida-cchi! You're the nicest person I've ever met! *sniff*
Sawako: Yeah Ayane-chan, you look so cool there!
Ayane: It's nothing really...hehe.
Shouta: I look so moody….
Alice: It's my fic and you're moody to begin with. =D
Shouta: ….*pouts*
Ryu: I'm not in this chapter at all…
Alice: Don't worry, you'll get your turn soon. I'll let you say the last words then.
Ryu(actually excited): Ok… Th-
Chizu: THANKS FOR READING AND REVIEWS ARE WELCOME!
Everyone: …
Chizu: What?
