The MVP

20 | MVP

Two weeks later, the exam had already been completed throughout the week. All students are gathering in the main hall for the school assembly.

Almost half an hour lasted and finally the announcement for the students who excelled in last week’s exams will be announced by Mr Kim.

Hwayoung focused looking ahead. Jay stared at her from a distance. He sighed a little before his gaze returned to the front.

"The outstanding student who got a straight A+ and got the top spot for the mid-year exam is Yun Hwayoung from class 12-1,congratulation!" said Mr. Kim and all the students gave a roaring applause.

Hwayoung displayed a surprised face when a line of her name was mentioned.

"Hwayoung-ah! Go up on that stage." said Sunoo a little loudly while smiling happily at her. Hwayoung returned her smile and rushed up to the stage to pick up certificates, trophies and a photo session.

After saying thank you, she returned to her seat. Her eyes were fixed on Sunghoon who was sitting not far from her.

She saw Sunghoon raise both his thumbs which is a good symbol to Hwayoung. Hwayoung smiled and replied with a peace sign towards Sunghoon. Their scene was watched only by Jay in silence.

• • •

"Congrats bestie! We are so proud of you!" Aera and Nellie hugged Hwayoung tightly. Hwayoung chuckled slightly as she returned the hug.

Then, the three of them sat back at the cafeteria table.

"Thank you guys. I didn't expect I got this award." Hwayoung said while sipping her strawberry milk.

"And I didn't expect you could beat Jay." Aera replied.

"Oh yeah?" Hwayoung looked at her.

"Yep. If you want to know, Jay Park is the only student who always gets first place in the overall student at this school and he's also the best role model student." Nellie said succinctly.

"Best role student?" Hwayoung grinned cynically.

"In academics I mean." Nellie chuckled.

"His attitude is always zero for sure." Aera interrupted by saying lazily.

"Hwayoung."

The three of them raised their heads to see the person. It's Jay. Aera and Nellie were already clearing their throats while doing nothing while Hwayoung continued to shift her gaze to another place.

"Can we talk?" Jay asked her.

"I'm busy with my things." Hwayoung answered as an excuse.

Jay hold her wrist. Before Hwayoung could say anything, Jay continued to take her to the backyard of the school.

When they got there Jay released his grip. Hwayoung crossed her arms over her body while looking at Jay unsatisfied.

"What do you want?" Hwayoung asked lazily.

"I'm sorry." Jay said in a low tone.

"Alright." Hwayoung wanted to leave but Jay stopped her.

"Hwayoung please don't be like this. I'm really sorry for what happened before. It's all my fault." Jay said again by appealing to her.

Hwayoung let out a small sigh. "I forgive you. Besides, I already forgot about that."

"Really?" Jay looked at her.

Hwayoung nodded. "Yea."

"Thank you." Jay smiled at her.

"Anything else?"