TETRAD | (BxBxBxB)

Chapter 3

Krist POV

My mind can't forget what happened earlier. It's not that I'm interfering in other people's business. I'm just curious. I can't focus so I just returned my attention to the discussion. This is my final subject for the day and I can't wait to go home and lie on my bed.

After a few minutes, the bell rang. Thank God. Our instructor dismissed us so we stood up, arranged our things and ready to head out. I saw in my peripheral vision that Arthur stood up and was about to approach me when Earl got ahead of him.

"Is it just me or does it seem like I'm noticing something?" He whispered to me.

"What now?" I asked him as we left the classroom.

"Arthur... I don't know but he seems to have an interest in you"

"Earl, you know there's something better to do than talebearing or whatever shit you're into about" I said as I rolled my eyes. God. I've been rolling my eyes a couple of times today.

"I was just observing, is there something wrong with that?" Earl defended.

"While you're observing, you are staring and staring is threatening and even considered rude."

"I didn't intend to do that. Besides, I didn't make it obvious, I just glanced at him secretly"

"Now, that's what a creep would do" I snorted and he seemed offended.

"You stupid, I'm just helping. What if he is a serial killer and you are his next victim?" He said. This dork.

"Man, you're being dramatic. How's that even helping? Maybe it'll help if you just gone sleep" I chuckled.

"I mean, it's impossible for him to be a serial killer, he's too handsome and hot and- Uhh... did I say that out loud?"

"You trippin'" I said and picked up the pace of my walking. I heard Earl chase after me.

"Hey, I'm just kidding. But to be honest, if I were you, I wouldn't think twice about getting close to him" He smirked at me.

"Too bad you're not me. And one more thing, It's seemed like you are one of those who are obsessed with him, why don't you just attach yourself at him, nobody's  stopping you"

"If only it were that easy. I know that he's the type of guy who can make everyone his friends or that he charms anyone with his smile so that people are like, willing to hang out with him or something. And did you know earlier while we were talking to him, I could really say that he is the best to be with. He also shared a little background of himself, his hobbies and talents, his favorite things and oh, did you know that he is also gay? When he said that, we were literally shocked, but after that, we all recovered pretty easily and it's like, that statement doesn't seem like a big deal to everyone. Especially, the girls. They still insist him on hanging out with them even though they all knew that he gives zero interest in them. Maxine even said, "I can make you straight if you want to" and swear, I almost threw my ballpoint pen I was holding at her. But I just shrugged that thought. And also, even the boys still invite him to join their football team because he mentioned that he also likes playing that" When Earl is finished, I am speechless and looked at him blankly. Damn, TMI. I couldn't help but chortled.

"Wow, my cup is overflowing from that tea, Earl" I chuckled.

"You said it. That's not even enough. I'm still curious why there are sayings that he is famous, I mean like how can he not be famous, just look at him. He could be an actor or maybe a calvin klein model. I bet he's hotter when he's topless like did you see those biceps sticking out of his sleeves? And I also wonder why is he so eager to know about yo-Ouch, dude! What the fuck?" Oh my god. I couldn't stop hitting him on the head and he frowned while rubbing the area where I hit him.

"You deserved that and you're the last person I will talk to" I said angrily to him.

"Uhm.. Actually, no." He said while looking ahead so I followed his gaze and I couldn't help but gritted my teeth.

Arthur approached us with a grin on his face and when he was in front of us, he looked directly at me still wearing that stupid grin. What is he up to now? I also saw the group of jocks behind him that I think it's Arthur's new found squad. Even Liam was there.

"Can I have your number?"

"......?"

"Hello. Earth to Krist" I shook my head and looked directly at him in displeased.

"And why on earth do you want my number?" I glared and crossed my arm. But I noticed that he seemed to be amused by my posture. Earl also fell silent next to me and as far as I could tell, he was starstruck or shocked by Arthur's sudden asking for a number.

"Nothing, Am I not allowed to?" He asked me innocently.

"Listen, Arthur. I don't know what your motive is, but I don't usually just give my number to anyone, unless it's important. Also, we've just met. Don't get me wrong, I know you're just being friendly but it's too soon for us to get close because as I say, I don't really like socializing. Yeah, I know it's sound problematic but who cares? No one and now if you please leave me alone, you're annoying me" I said while keeping a straight face and I saw how his jaw clenched and he seemed upset. I heard Earl gasped.

"Oh, I... I'm sorry.. I shouldn't have asked. Uhm.. I should get going. Thanks anyway." He said and turned around and went to the parking lot where his friends were. Earl and I continued walking and we were silent for a while.

"Wasn't that a little bit harsh?" he broke the silence and I just shrugged at his remark.

"Telling the truth is not harsh, Earl. But sometimes, it meant to be offensive. Beside, can you blame me for freaking out about it? You know that I'm an anti-social to the point that I could be labeled as a sociopath" I said as we headed outside the campus. Earl just rolled his eyes.

"But still, you could've just give him a chance"

"I never said I wouldn't'. It's just, nevermind" I sighed.

"Okay, let's say your theory is true. But I don't know which part of me he intrigued about? Like, a guy like him, he can attract a lot of people or could have a lot of boyfriends. But, I just wonder why me? I didn't even remember putting a love potion at him" I fustratedly exclaim. Seriously, that guy is driving me crazy.

"Maybe that's the point. Maybe it's because you're different from the ones he'd met. I know about your personality, Krist. And I can tell that you are very annoying and let's say he prefers the hard to get type of people" said Earl. I just made a face at him.

"Yeah sure" I said sarcastically and suddenly remember something or someone.

"What about Liam?" I asked Earl and he looked at me confusedly.

"What about him?"

"I saw him with Arthur an hour ago" I said and Earl appeared skeptical about it.

"Liam is a slut." He muttered and I turned my head at him.

"Don't get me started, I'm not slut-shaming but I know who he is. He is a bitch and I bet he just wanted to get in Arthur's pants" He said and I just say nothing about that. Whatever their business is, I don't give a tinker's damn.