Chapter 8

Sheila's POV:

Days rolled faster than I could visualize.

Currently, I am waiting for Tammy in the playground. As usual, we planned to meet here. After that incident, he became very closer to me. I came to know more about him. In fact, he opened himself yesterday that he has a girlfriend and her name is Lilly Johnson.

I am really happy for him. He cares a lot about her. I will certify she is the luckiest girl in the world. Whenever he talks about her, his eyes display some emotion which I can easily tell how much affection he has with her.

"Hey, are you there!" He waved his hand in front of me. "Ahh... Hmm sorry, I was pacing out." I gave him a sheepish smile and my cheeks flushed with the crimson red.

"Hmm, I see." He teased.

"What?" I asked confusingly.

"Huh nothing.." He shrugged his shoulders.

"Sheila..."

"hmm?"

"Actually-- I wanted to tell you something important." He sounds unsure.

Please no more party. I won't come.

"About What?" I asked unsure of myself.

"I'm going to Australia with my girlfriend. You know it's a kind of small vacation." He scratched the back of his neck awkwardly.

Boy! I thought you are going to invite me to another family function.

"Ohhhh..that great." I cheered. I was saved!

"Are you sure? you okay?" He asked with concern.

"Yeah! I am okay, boy. Don't worry too much. Enjoy your trip." I clasped my hands happily. It's not because he is going on the trip with his girlfriend, it's solely because he didn't invite me to his party like I guessed. I couldn't be happier until once again he invites me to his home.

"So, someone took my place, isn't it?" He asked making me glare at him.

"Stop behaving like a kid. She is also my friend." I huffed.

"Then what about him?" he raised his eyebrows.

"Are you mad? He is her boyfriend. That's all. Also, he seems very nice."

"That's why I'm saying you someone took my place." he faked a cry and whipped his fake tears.

"You are unbelievable!" with that saying I threw him some random stuff on his head.

"Haahaahaa!" He laughed richly.

"I hope you will get a good time with them when I was not around." I nodded my head as a comprehension, he wants my contentment even when he was not around.

"But please don't forget me." He added.

Sometimes he feels jealous when I talk to Quinn or his boyfriend Kevin. Huh! Such a crazy friend.

For these past days, sometimes, I hang with Quinn and her boyfriend Kevin. They became very closer to me in a short period, not like her arrogant cousin whose name I assume is Harry.

The very first day when Quinn introduced Kevin to me, I scolded Kevin for the accident he had nearly caused me but I wasn't aware of it was sparked by Harry. At first, he was taken aback of my outburst; His look was hilarious. Then Quinn explained that it was not him beside it was her cousin.

I apologized for my mistake. Eww! Such an embarrassing moment. Like a real gentleman, he just smiled showing his perfect white teeth and shook his head saying it was not a problem. I felt relieved after that.

Kevin is almost 6.3' height and seems a bodybuilder. He has blue eyes and a sharp nose with a strong jaw.

Totally he is a perfect match for Quinn.

"Don't worry I won't forget you. Enjoy the trip." I pinched his cheeks before jogging towards my class leaving the shocked Tammy behind.

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After finishing my daily routine, I went to the park to get some fresh air. The loneliness is calm and beautiful yet I want one companion to overcome the giddy feelings.

Not everyone is blessed to have found their better half so quickly. Sometimes good things take time but it all worth it. If anything comes so lately it means it will last forever.

It's my philosophy. And I trust what I'm believing.

As I sat in the park, my eyes eventually landed on a boy running around the park and-- he looks familiar. My eyes glued on him as it has its own sense.

Where did I see him?

He is so handsome and looking marvellous. Ahhh.. focus Sheila! What are you doing? But I couldn't take off my eyes from him. He almost took ten laps around the park before he went to drink some water.

I stared at him thinking why he seems so familiar but he caught me staring at him and I looked away; My cheeks heat from embarrassment.

I averted my gaze before focusing on the couples who were sitting under the tree. I let my mind wander around my future. How it could be grateful If I find my boyfriend who would take care of me like an angel?

Huh! I found my worst enemy and a good friend. Tammy! He is the only male friend I got from my entire life being. Truthfully having a guy friend is equal to have ten girl buddy. I was blessed to have him as my best friend, yet, I was not satisfied.

Something a part of me is missing. I thought life will become a fairytale once I enter into my college life as my man comes to secure me from the prying eyes but he takes more time than necessary. I eventually lose my hope.

I shook my thoughts and started to walk towards my room thinking how my life changed from misery to fantasy but not sure of any guarantee because who knows when it sucks. After all, I'm a trouble maker.

The word trouble made me think wisely. Yeah! These days I feel better. I didn't saw Karl that much. Whenever I saw him I hide behind the pillar or whatever things I have in front of me just to avoid his crisis.

After that incident, I don't know what happened to him. I wonder what would have happened in the office room but have no idea. Anyway, it's none of my business.

From my perspective view, Quinn and Kevin are rich so they would have used their family welfare to get rid off the problems. I put all my thoughts on the back of my mind before jumping into my bed to have a peaceful slumber.

Some questions have no answer.

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I'm terribly missing my crazy friend, Tammy.

It's really boring sitting alone between the bunch of students. Without Tammy, I feel alone. As usual, I'm sitting in the cafeteria having my lunch lonely as usual.

Loneliness is not always plausible. It brings peace at night but it haunts us in the day time.

Most of the students are cracking some jokes and are enjoying a great time together. But here I am simply watching them as partially dying out of boredom. 

Don't ask me where are Quinn and my new found friendship?

Whenever I see her, she rather excuses herself saying she will meet me later or she seems in a hurry like I have some kind of viral fever for that she badly wanted to get rid of me from her sight.

Why did all of a sudden she changed?

Suddenly, a cold water splashed over my face and the effect made me jerk up. I looked at the source of water and my eyes got widen when I saw Karl was holding a jug in his hand.

When I started to think the earth would have swallowed him, he showed up just to prove I was thinking nonsense.

I know today I am going to die. No one is going to come for my rescue. As usual, all the students are looking at us. In the corner of my eyes, I saw Quinn is also watching us.

"Wake up from your dreamland and get me a tea." He ordered. Without any complaint, I got his tea and stood beside him.

"Sit," he ordered pointing one of the chairs in front of him. At that time the bell rang. Gathering all my courage I muttered: "I have an important class to attend." 

I don't know from where I earned this courage but now I feel bad for opening my mouth. Because his hand is in my throat, he is looking at me in a rage-filled eye like I killed his girlfriend. I even smelled alcohol from his breath.

All of a sudden a hand shoved his hand away from my throat. "What are you doing?" Quinn asked glaring at him.

I don't know what was the deal going between them but I clearly saw him shaking a bit before he clasp and unclasp his fist but even before she could go further I cut her off. "It's none of your business, Quinn. I can handle it." I said boldly even though I was shivering inside.

Her eyes widen in shock but what can I do. She has been ignoring me for the past few days like we were nothing. Now she showed up just because I was in danger. Truthfully I don't need any pity from her, especially her help.

Hearing my words his lips tucked upwards as I fulfil his desire by taking the side of him, "You clearly heard her, right? Now you can leave." He grabbed my arm and dragged me towards the entrance where he can execute one of his dirty things.

Most of the students assembled already even before we could reach the entrance. "Please leave me! what did I do to you? Please!!" I cried when I felt the intense pressure on my hand but no vain.

He is not stable. Alcohol is controlling his entire soul. His eyes are red as blood.

"Polish my shoes." He sat on the steps before dragging my hand to sit near him.

If anyone had trapped in my position, the college management would have taken a step to stop his tournament but since I am just a poor girl who can't defend herself, they don't mind the issue.

Frankly, I was terrified of him. Usually, he has the power to break my heart but I don't know whatever power this drunken Karl is holding. Like an obedient maid, I ended up polishing his shoes in front of everyone.

I know I don't have any option.

Quinn's POV:

When we were sitting in the cafeteria, I saw Sheila was there too, sitting alone. I wanted to ask her to join us but Harry didn't like the idea.

He didn't get used to hanging out with new people from that incident but I ignored his protest and took a step forward to call her but he stood there ready to leave. I have no idea what to do, so I gave up.

His behaviour was slightly changed since when our arrival to India. He always portrays the cold expression on his face and not easy to anyone. Sometimes he avoids our company too. He is a short-tempered person and the situation is not helping though.

A few times later, I saw Karl was standing beside her. He had his hand on her throat. That's it, I can't take it anymore, So I went to help her but she ignored me like what I did before.

Karma is a donkey...

I felt really guilty for that. She hates me for my behaviour. I know it's all my fault. I behaved like a child. First, I gave her a fake hope and now I broke that into pieces and now she is polishing his shoes in front of everyone. It is so humiliating and I could feel her pain.

He went so far.

Poor girl! I let out a long sigh before turning my heels to leave. I have to teach him a lesson.

I scolded Harry for his behaviour. If he hadn't shown his attitude she wouldn't have got humiliation in front of everyone.

"Can you please stop lecturing me?" he yelled. "If you badly wanted a friendship with her, then go ahead. I have no problem. But please don't invite me." Then he grabbed his car key and hopped into his car.

Oh, God!! This boy!!

I rubbed my temple to calm my nerve. Tomorrow I am going to fix things between us. I know she is a kind girl and she will understand.

The next day morning, I saw Sheila is walking towards the entrance. Preparing myself I stood there awkwardly to find the reason to talk to her.

When her gaze landed on me she turned her heels to leave but I grabbed her hand and stopped her. "I'm sorry." I muttered.

She looked at me in disbelief. Well...What I can expect from her?

"For what?" She asked, her voice held a bit anguish.

"For my behaviour." I looked the ground feeling ashamed of myself. "I am really sorry, Sheila. It's not my intention to hurt you. I have some valid reason, that's why.." I trailed off.

"It's okay. We are not that close. So no formalities. There is no need to say anything and if you have a valid reason then please keep with you." With that, she walked away.

I certainly deserve this.

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