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Chapter 02:
Flora was placing her head down on the books sleeping. She felt asleep again. Flora always put too much time on studying that she didn't care about herself enough. Outside her window, the bird chirping sound was so lound that woke her up.
"Hmmm.. What time is it?" She rubbed her cheeks sleepy.
Yesterday, she had borrowed some significant books about the cosmos from the library. Unlike her best friend Tecna, who is into technology, Flora would prefer sticking to the discovery of the outter space.
When she was a kid, her father used to take her to a stargaze. She just love the brightness of the stars. She could never imagine there was a huge world out there, and people were still trying to explore it.
She gave a yawn then reached out for her phone and switched on.
"School time. Better get ready." Flora mouthed cheerfully.
She stood up and walked to the bathroom.
She chose a big yellow sweater and a pair of jeans from the wardrobe. Those are her casual outfit. Eventhough her kind of outfit was not really fashionable to most teenagers as her age, she still enjoyed it because it made she felt comfortable. She quickly combed her hair. And this was what she liked best from her short hair: it didn't take much time to do her hair, nor she no needs to care what kind of products she should use for her hair or how she should tie it. She would like spending free time reading books or watching some science documents. Typical Flora Borri.
She grabbed the book and put it into her packbag. She ran downstairs into the kitchen, took out an apple from the fridge and walked to school.
When Flora reached school, it was still early. She loved going to school early. That's when she could be able to walk around with fewer people. And she would have time to go to the school's backyard to water the plants before classes. She truly enjoyed being in the nature.
After that, she went to her first class. It's Wednesday, so it would be Chemistry.
It's Ms. Jepsen's class. She loved taking her class because she was one of the most enthusiasm teachers. She brought excitement to every lessons.
Flora sat at her place and put out her book. She opened the book to review the old lesson.
"Excuse me, has this seat been taken?"
Flora heard a boy saying referring to the empty seat next to her.
"Huh?.. Ah.. No.." Flora smiled.
"Oh hey, we meet again" The boy mouthed.
Flora quickly recalled what he meant.
"I remember you. You are the boy that helped me the day before" She said with a blush.
"Yes, that's me. What a coincidence" Helia grinned
"I don't know but... I think I've never seen you in this class before." Flora shyly said.
"Yes, you're right. I was in another class. But I have to reschedule some of my classes for my team practice." Helia said.
"Pardon me. What team?" Flora rolled her eyes.
"Our school's basketball team" Helia stated.
"Oh, sorry, I just don't pay much attention to it." Flora shyly replied.
"Well, I guess you haven't known my name, so let me introduce myself: I'm Helia. Nice to meet you" Brandon smirked.
"Nice to meet you, too, Helia" Flora giggled. "My name is Flora"
"Flora" He whispered. "Sounds beautifully"
"Hey Brandon, what are you doing here?" Musa jumped in interrupting them.
"Well, I need more time to practice so I change my classes." Helia stated.
"Really? Hard to believe, isn't it, Riven?" Musa questioned Riven.
"Why are you always so doubtful?" Riven laughed.
"I don't know. I just feel something's gonna be messed up. And Helia will be the reason." Musa mouthed.
"Babe, you are overthinking." Riven grinned.
Musa frowned and the two sat down behind Helia and Flora. Helia turned back and saw Riven secretly gave him a thumbs up.
Helia found out Ms. Jepsen was more interesting than his old Chemistry class. He was glad that he had attened this one.
The bell rang, class ended. Helia was about to ask Flora for lunch, he realised she had gone.
"Wow, you are really putting your effort in this game." Riven grinned.
"What are you guys talking about?" Musa questioned.
"Nothing, Muse" Riven cleared his throat. "Let's go to the cafeteria. I'm hungry"
Helia had been searching for Flora in the cafeteria. Where could she be? Helia questioned.
Buzz...His phone vibrated.
"Looking for your princess?" A text from Sky.
Helia caught Sky watching him with a grin on his face.
Oh man.. Helia rubbed his head... What did i put myself into?
Suddenly, Sky pointed to the crowd. Helia looked at his direction and saw the girl he had been waiting for. She was holding a tray moving to the corner of the cafeteria. She chose an empty table and sat down, put out a book and grabbed a sandwich. Flora took a bite and started reading her novel without being annoyed by the noisy surrounding.
Helia smirked. It's time to make his move.
He put his tray down besides her and sat down next to her.
"Hello again" Helia greeted.
"Hi Helia" Flora smiled.
"Hi Flora and Helia." Musa exclaimed. Came along with her was Riven, Sky and Timmy.
"Uh hi" Flora was surprised. She never had so many people sat with her in lunch time
"Nice to meet you Flora, I'm Sky" Sky smiled.
"And I'm Timmy." Timmy greeted.
"We are in the same classes but we've never talked much too much. I think we should now" Musa giggled.
"Hey, I thought you had a purple haired girl with you. Where is she?" Riven raised his eyebrows.
"She had a name, Riven. It's Tecna. Be polite to our friends." Musa pouted.
Everybody started noticing Brandon and his gang were sitting with a normal girl. A very unpopular girl.
"Look who's sitting with him"
"Do you know her? She's not very... pretty."
"I guess he changed his standards of girlfriend."
Flora heard the whispering so she felt kinda low.
"Don't care about it. They're just talking nonsense" Helia whispered into her ear.
"Thanks." Flora tried to put up a smile.
Flora felt a little bit uncomfortable. It wasn't because of Helia and his friends. They were nice, and Flora really liked them. However, she didn't get used to becoming a topic for everybody talked about. She couldn't understand why.
2 weeks later
Flora opened her laptop and connected Skype to have a video chat with her best friend.
"Hi, Tecna. How's everything?" Flora waved to the front camera.
"Everything's wonderful, Flora" Tecna grinned.
Tecna had participated in an international student exchange program for a month.
"Tell me. How is Japan?" Flora asked.
"Well, the scenery is worth breathtaking. The natives are very friendly. And the food is, I don't know how to describe. It's appetizing. Sushi is the best. I even tried some kind of udon and ramen. I didn't know they had that many kinds of noodle. Moreover, the mochi is delish." Tecna exclaimed.
"Aw, that's great. I'm glad you like it."
"I like everything here. But I miss my family, and I miss you, too. Unfortunately, we are in different time zone. I don't want to interrupt you or my family at nights while I'm here in the daylight." Tecna said.
"Aw, I miss you, too. Tecna." Flora said.
"So tell me. How is school? Is there anything great?" Tecna asked.
Flora listened to her best friend's questions, then she suddenly remembered what had happened earlier today to her and blushed.
FLASHBACK:
Flora was watering the flowers in the school's backyard.
"I know I would find you here."
She turned around and saw Helia.
"uh.. Hi Brandon" She smiled.
"Hi, Flo. Did you read my text?" Helia smiled..
"Oh yes.. But I don't think I should go to Musa's party this weekend." Flora said.
"Why not?" Helia raised his eyebrows.
"Well, I.. I don't think I could get along with you guys very well." Flora left out a sigh.
"What makes you think so?" Helia mouthed.
"Actually, I've been the quiet girl, a true wallflower. I'm not a really perfect friend for you guys. I mean you guys are very interesting and nice to me. But... I'm ... not ... cool enough" Flora hesitated.
"No, Flora. We don't choose friends because of their outlook or reputation. We like your personalities." Helia spoke while taking step closer to Flora.
He leaned down closer to Flora.
"And I like the way you care about the others. You are very sweet and kind. You just don't realize how awesome you are." Helia said.
He gazed into her eyes.
Wow... She has really beautiful emerald green eyes. I feel like locked into them. Helia spoke to himself.
Flora was confused and worried. She didn't understand why Helia was in such a short distance. She had never been this close any boy.
Her heart suddenly beat faster. She tried to breathe normally hoping Helia didn't hear her crazy heartbeat. Her cheeks burnt red.
"Flora.." He whispered her name.
She couldn't take a step back. Her back and head were against the oak tree.
Helia gently placed his right hand next to her head.
He is so tall, and handsome. Flora thought. Oh wake up, Flora. What are you thinking? She bit her lower lip.
Helia slowly leaned closer, and closer to her. She was completely frozen. There was an electricity ran through her blood. Move, Flora, move.
There were only a few inches from his lips to hers. She could feel his breath.
Ding-dong! Ding-dong! His phone rang.
He left out a disappointed sigh and smirked. He almost gave her a kiss.
"It's... your ringtone..." Flora stuttered. The innocent girl still didn't know what he was up to.
"Yeah.. I know" He nodded and walked away from Flora.
He took out his phone. It was Sky calling him.
"Tonight? Okay.. " He talked to the phone
Flora was relieved. She had never been in this kind of situation before. She half felt awkward. On the other hand, she didn't find it uncomfortable with him.
What's wrong with me? She patted her forehead.
"Sorry Flo. Sky is coming to my house. I gotta go." Helia smiled. "Are you going home now? I can give a you ride."
"Thank you, Helia" Flora blushed.
END OF FLASHBACK:
"Are you dating Helia Blackwood?" Tecna snapped Flora from her thoughts.
"Huh? What did you say?" Flora's widened her eyes in shock.
"Eventhough I'm halfway around the world, I can still be able to connect social network, Flo. And I had read some rumors about you two. Since you two are said to be seen together a lot, I'm wondering if.." Tecna said.
"Well, he is very kind and sweet. But no, he is just a friend" Flora said.
"Are you sure? You never care about the cool kids like Helia so you don't know. He is a real player. He always dates girls just for fun, and it's not strange for him to chase after a girl, then takes her for granted. He just... likes flirting." Tecna informed.
"He.. is.. really that bad?" Flora felt a little bit uneasy.
"Hey, I have to tell you this. I met a very interesting girl in our group. Her name is Bloom. She's from another school in our town. And can you guess what? She is Sky's girlfriend."
"That's cool" Flora said.
"I can ask her to question Sky about Helia. She is his best friend's girlfriend so she may get the true answer whether he is serious about you or not". Tecna exclaimed.
"Oh no, Tec. Please, don't. Sky or the boys will think I like him. Plus, I don't think he is interested in such a boring girl like me" Flora sighed.
"No, you are not boring, Flora. I love talking to you. So... I know it's not good to judge a book by its cover. I haven't talked to him yet, so I can't jump to the conclusion right now. But it's best to be careful. I just don't want to misunderstand somebody, but I also don't want my friend to get hurt." Tecna smiled.
"Thanks, Tec, for being so thoughtful of me." Flora smiled back.