The Camera Hater

Chapter 23

Tom's POV

I can't believe it.

After hearing Psyche's story, I just can't help but feel sorry for her.

I did place my earphones in my ears, but I didn't listen to any music. I was hoping they would speak in English.

And she did.

I listened to her story, though sometimes she speaks in Tagalog.

Her mom was wrong. Definitely wrong.

And so was her dad.

They should have settled their problem on their own. They should had not fight in front of their kids.

Speaking of kids, I didn't know Psyche has a twin brother.

I was wondering where he is. Is he still alive? Or, is he around?

Well, I can't answer my own questions.

"Hey! Tom, come back to your senses! Damn!"

My heart flustered upon hearing Harri's voice.

"What the hell?" I retorted. He just sat down in front of me and looked directly into my eyes.

"What? You acknowledge my handsome face now? You love me now?" I jokingly said. He punched me then laughed.

"Stop kidding, asshole! We were talking to you the whole time and you were just there! Dreaming in your own world!" Andrew said and sat beside me.

"I'm sorry, okay? I didn't mean it." -Me

"Where's Psyche? We're supposed to have our rehearsals today." -Harri

"She doesn't feel well. She went home after class." -Me

I wonder if she's okay. I know she's strong. She even didn't cry while she was telling her story. But I saw pain and sadness and guilt in her eyes.

"There you go again, Tom! Stop dreaming, will you?" Andrew shouted.

I raised my two hands as a sign of defeat. God. Kantarias race makes me insane!

"Okay, okay. Chill." I said. They just gave me a death glare.

Get yourself together, Tom! You can't worry about Psyche now. These two will notice you. Just act normal.

"I saw the pendant you gave to Tamara. It's freakin' awesome." Then I grinned. Andrew's face turned red while Harri smirked.

"I didn't know you'll buy her a pendant huh, brotha." Harri said with a mocking voice. Andrew just ignored us and walked to his piano.

That's right, Tom! Just worry about Psyche later.

"W-we should start practicing, even though Psyche's not around." He said, still avoiding our gaze. Hahaha!

"We can't." Harri answered and stood up. He gave a playful smirk while he's walking towards Andrew. Andrew's face! Hahaha! He looks so nervous, like a kid who can't find the comfort room, and is lost, and is, oh well... about to explode! HAHAHAHA!

Oh, Psyche.

Damn. I said stop worrying about her!

"Tom? Tom!" -Harri

"W-what?"

"I need to talk to you, Mr. Williams. I want to talk to Ms. Villafuerte too but it seems she's not around."

It's the College Dean. God, I spaced out while someone's looking for me.

"Okay sir." I replied. I followed him until he stopped at the Medical Technology Faculty Room. He opened the room and no one was there.