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     Bella was in her thoughts when she felt a hand on her shoulder , she turned around to see Mayra smiling at her and wrapped her hands around Bella . Bella didn't like being to much close to anyone so she tried to wiggle away from Mayra but give in eventually . Mayra chuckled at her behaviour and said " you're cute when you do that. "

     They both started walking towards the class when they heard few girls gossiping about something.

     " Have you heard about the new Director of our university ? I heard that he is handsome as hall ! " One girl said with so much excitement in her voice .

     " Yeah , i heard that he is taking over entire Colson Industries . He is billionaire and single too ." Other girl said in her bitchy voice .

     " I'm gonna try getting him girl ! i don't wanna miss this perfect chance . " First girl said as she flipped her hair and made blushing face which didn't suit her at all .

     Bella and Mayra looked at eachother after hearing this . Bella noticed uneven expressions on Mayra's face so she tried to ask about it , but befor she can speak Mayra left from there .

     Bella followed her to the classroom and set besides her before speaking " what's up ? "

     " Nothing " Mayra said while avoiding eye contact with Bella .

     " Mayra , i asked , what's wrong ? I know something is up , or else you would never ignore eye contact with me . Do you really think i won't understand anything if you won't tell me ? " Bella said in stunningly .

     " it's nothing really , I'm fine . " Mayra said while looking at Bella , giving her small smile .

     Bella wasn't convinced but she didn't wanted to force Mayra into telling her everything , so she gave a soft smile back and concentrated on the lecture .

     It was now time after lunch and everyone was going to the lecture hall of the college were students were supposed to be introduced to the new director of the college .

     Bella and Mayra both set down on last corner of the hall . Mayra was continuously zoning out and avoiding Bella's eyes so she won't get suspicious .

     On the stage there were few sofa chairs in which sat wise counsilor and few professors of the college and Steve was one of them . One chair in the middle was occupied for guest or we can say owner of the university . New director wasn't here yet , and some staff members were completing few last minute preparations .

     Everyone looked at the door of lecture hall opening and there he walked in . Black suit with white shirt underneath , top two buttons of shirt was open so there was no need for any tie . Dark shining eyes that showed confidence , and facial structure was like some greek god , well built body with sharp cold stares . Midium length hair combed backwards showing his forehead , he looked like model walking on ramp .

     Bella was staring at him for good two minutes befor her eyes locked with his . At the moment both pair of eyes turned dark and there was fire in them , an unknown fire that can burn though the world of fantasy . He diverted his eyes from her and walked on his way to stage .

     " Everyone , please welcome young and telented , new director of our university , and new CEO of Colson industries , Mr. Mark Colson . " Wice councellor announced his name as he got on the stage.

     Everyone on the stage stood up to greet him and show him his seat where he got settled like king .

     Entire time Bella was staring at him like a meal , There was a smirk plastered on her face , and only three person in entire hall noticed Bella's change in behaviour , and they were surprised too. One was Steve who was looking at Bella to see how she reacts , other one was Mayra who was looking at her best friend dumbfounded , because her this behaviour was new for her too , and last one was the person who made her behave like this . He was totally surprised as he knew she have no interest in any man , but right now her eyes were speaking something else ,and he liked it .

     Mayra nudge her to get her out of her trail of thoughts . Bella shoot her head towards Mayra and her face turned emotionless in split of second . Mayra looked hesitated but asked " what's wrong with you ? "

     Bella realise what she was doing so she quickly placed small smile on her face before speaking , " oh , nothing . I'm fine . Why ? What happened ? "

    " Nothing i was just saying that I'm leaving . I'm not feeling good . I'll go home and take rest . " Mayra said as she wanted to inform Bella before she leaves .

     " Hey , what happened? Are you ok ? Do you need me to come with you ? " Bella showered her with questions .

     " I'm fine . I'm just having a headache so i think I'll go home and sleep of the day . I'll be fine , don't worry . You don't have to come . Stay here and tell me everything about this afterwards , ok ? " Mayra said while pointing towards stage and ongoing ceremony .

     " Okay  , as you wish . Take care and call me if you need anything ." Bella said with soft smile on her face .

     Mayra left from there and Bella focused on stage infront of her . After some speeches and welcoming flowers . Everyone left for their respective works .

     Bella was now on her way to the locker room when she was dragged into empty room by unknown . Bella was about to punch that person in the face but stopped when she heard his voice .

     " WAIT , it's me , Steve ." Steve shouted befor she can break any bones in his body .
    
     " Seriously , is this how you want to break your own face ? This isn't the way you do things Steve , specially not with me , you know that ." Bella said with 'so much done' face .

     " I just wanted to tell you something but you were just too busy or surrounded by peoples so i thought of this idea. " Steve said explaining himself .

     " What is so important that you can't wait for sometime or just call me ? " Bella asked frowning her eyebrows .

     " Mark want to meet us , in his office , now . " Steve said.