The Snake in the Garden Of Eden [Yandere Arlo]

Chapter 11

There was a couple more hours until school ended and Arlo was supposed to 'politely knock on John's door and enter his house to find the sight of John covered in blood.' The blond couldn't be in a more joyous mood. He wonders what sight he'll walk into? He made his rules very obvious... There was no way Ryland could fuck something so simple up.

That is, he considered tens of texts that listed over 30 rules to be 'simple'. Ryland isn't a professional, but he was just simply too easy to manipulate to give up.

As the bell rang for lunch, Arlo found himself making his way to the caféteria for lunch. Normally, he just drove back to his apartment for lunch, but after trying caféteria food with John the other day, he decided that staying with a bunch of Wellston students to eat probably wasn't so bad. That way, he'll have a really strong alibi if any clueless authorities that was unaware of Arlo's status, ever dared linking him towards the incident.

Of course, speaking of alibis. Arlo did not forget to spam John's phone with concerned texts, acting as a clueless, yet worried friend that's wondering about his current location or why he hasn't attended school.

He wonders how well this disguise will hold up.

As he made his way through the large steel doors—the crowd of students around him stepping aside just to create a clear path for him to walk on—he heard a cheerful, yet nervous voice behind him. "A-Arlo! Hey!" A flash of cyan fills his vision when he turns around to meet Elaine face to face. "I thought you normally went out to eat for lunch, what made you come to the caféteria today?" A big smile was planted onto her face while she was in front of her crush. One can never look too happy to see them.

Too much people were around them. If Elaine acts in such an affectionate way, they all might misunderstand. If something like this reached John's ears, that might put more distance between them.

But still, in the presence of Elaine, he had to play nice. She was still very much useful to him, despite her incredibly low level. Especially later in the day. Arlo smiled brightly towards her, as soft as butter. "I just didn't feel like eating out today. The caféteria food is pretty good right? Do you have any recommendations?" Her face heat up within a matter of seconds the moment Arlo asked for her opinion.

When will John's face redden at the sight of him? Arlo hoped it would be soon.

Elaine laced her fingers together, unable to keep eye contact with her crush. "Oh! Well, there's plenty to choose from! I don't really know what you like but I personally recommend the vegetable stir—"

She stopped talking, seemingly noticing something behind the blond as her eyes had widened and she looked extremely happy. She raises a hand to wave Remi and Isen over. It was hard not for them to all know each other. Elaine might not have a high level, but her looks definitely made her popular enough that most students knew of her. Rosy, pink lips and pretty blinking eyes. She must have assumed that Arlo also had the same beauty standards as the rest of the school—unfortunately, she was wrong. Yet, having Arlo obsessed over you might not be such a good thing either.

"Hey Elaine." Remi smiled, waving her hand towards the two. She wore her hair in a high ponytail today, reminding Arlo of her appearance at the start of the semester. "I didn't think I'd see you two together."

"Hey Arlo..." Isen forces a grin and a timid wave—which Arlo did not acknowledge. This was what Isen used his "promotion" for. To spend more time with Remi—pretty foolish if you asked Arlo. He had a whole selection to choose from; money, power, respect, but he only wanted to hang out with her more. But it's an easy task, so Arlo just gave Blyke some extra responsibilities to keep him occupied and at bay. He can't really complain; it was achieved with a wave of his hand.