Don't Let Me Go (Book 1)

Chapter 14

Suddenly the class went silent leaving me confused. Just about to turn around to check what was going on when someone put a jacket over me. I was stunned, that familiar scent hit me. I knew that scent, I recognised it from the rooftop. I turn around to see that face, electric blue eyes. Logan. Standing before me with a frown

'' What the fuck is wrong with you '' he spoke angrily, leaving me in the most confused state ever. What the fuck is wrong with me? I should be asking him that question. what the fuck does he think he is doing?

"Pardon? What are you doing?" I turn to face him for an explanation. Don't tell me he is trying to help me because that would be bullshit

"Just shut up and wear it" With those words, he was about to turn around. I quickly took off the jacket and threw it at him. It landed on his head, making him pause at his track

"Thank you very much but I don't need it" I can't believe this guy, he was also responsible for putting me In this situation now he is trying to help?... is he trying to leave a good impression or something? I watch him take down the jacket

"No dignity to walk around like this" he scanned me from head to toe

"Dignity? Wow.... look who is speaking of dignity... like you have any yourself" I got fed up with standing in front of him and wanted to leave but he caught my arm and pulled me back in front of him

"What is your problem!!!" he scolds

"Excuse me please" ignoring his words, about to walk past him again but he didn't let me

"Maria!!!" he barked. I stopped, looking him in the eyes

"Stop raising your voice at me Logan," I said "We are not friends..... neither are we close in any way to give you such right..... please.. leave me alone"

"Wow..... Logan just raised his voice" I heard a background whispered

"This is not an occasion one sees every day" Another added

"Maria? if......" Another voice cut him off

"Maria use mine" Gorge's voice. Logan turns around, making way for me to see Gorge, now standing in front of Logan. He wasn't smiling, nor was he frowning but he didn't look pleased

"Mind your fucking business and go back to sleep" Logan was back to his calm tone

"She is my seatmate, which makes her business, my business... My seatmate doesn't want your help" he said "Are you going to force her, Logan?" his eyes fell on me, then back at Logan "That will be breaking your own rule" What rule? I wondered to myself

A long silence took over the room as the two guys stared at each other, filling the room with tension. Anyone who walks by would think that the two would fight.

"Ok.... this is my class Mr Jo" interrupted "I don't understand why......"

"Shut up Mr Jo" a female voice cut him off. I turn to see Bianca at the entrance. Everyone was so focused on what was happening that they did not notice her presence. Mr Jo nervously

"Oh... sorry" This made me more curious about what kind of power these kids possess

"Logan" Bianca called "Let it be" Logan turned to his sister with a frown "Logan" she called again. I looked at Bianca, then back at Logan. For a moment I thought the two were communicating with their eyes. In a few seconds, Logan's expression soften

"Here" Gorge called my attention to him while he offered his jacket

"Thanks" I walked past Logan to Gorge and collected the Jacket. The both of us made our way to our seats. It took a long time for the class to begin again and when it did. It didn't last, the bell rang and Mr Jo rushed out of the class.

School ended quickly. Gorge offered me his jacket to take home and I promised to bring it the next day clean. I hurried to the library to study.
I was still in the middle of my study when I got a message. I wanted to ignore it but I felt it would be important. I quickly checked the message to notice that someone added me to the school group "This is not right" In a whisper. Thinking deeply. Nobody in school has my number so how was I added to the group... even Gorge doesn't have my number. this is creepy. I scrolled through, noticing they were online and all talking about me. What have I done to gain this much attention from them? Then I saw it. A new video. A clip of the incident at the cafeteria, with the caption ' Hard ass gave the princess a healing session ' with a laughing emoji next to it "Damn it!!" In a whisper, remembered that I was in the library. Watching the video, I became worried. Why is this person doing this? what is the person trying to achieve by putting me in the spotlight?

Reading students' comments, many gave hate comments and many seemed to be supporting my actions. I guess Cassandra had a lot of hidden haters. I read one of the comments ' When the bully gets bullied.... this is hilarious ' laughing emoji. I frowned at the comment. They were tuning me into something that I am not and it annoyed the shit out of me. "Maria... stay calm," I said to myself "Stay calm as always... you will survive this" With that I put my phone aside and went back to studying

It was 7:30 when I hurried to the ladies' room to change my Uniform into normal clothes. I left the library and began running to the Club. Running as fast as I could, I didn't want to get scolded for being late again. The moment I got to the club. I changed into the appropriate outfit for the night and went straight to work. As usual, it was crowded. My superior asked me to work on the 2nd floor and I obeyed. It wasn't that crowded on the second floor as it was filled with VIPs. Most were gangs who were there to talk business. A normal Teenage girl is not expected to be in a place like this but here I was, among them. If I was discovered I would be in big trouble. Then again I remembered that there were teenagers like me that come in disguise and even if they are discovered. Because of their wealth. No action will be taken.

"Miya!! Miya!! Miya!!" Miss Vanessa came running to me. She stops in front of me, panting

"What is it?" I grew worried. Wondering what got her so anxious. She rested both hands on both my shoulders and I watched her try to find her breath

"You.... Some.."

"Miss Vanessa?" with an eyebrow raised

"Sorry... We have VIPs on the top floor and they are asking for you"

"Why would they be asking of me?"

"I don't know... but that is not important" she collected the bottle of bear and glass from me "What's important is that your service is needed"

"Ok, I didn't debate". I watched her hand the bottle and glasses over to a worker who was passing by

"Take over please" she instructed "Come now" Taking my hand she pulled me along with her time to make me more money she said. I followed behind her. Firstly we went down to the store to get 15 bottles of our finest alcohol and I followed her to the top floor while I wondered to myself who these VIPs were. As she led me to the room. I suddenly got this strange feeling of familiarity. What was happening, felt familiar. It felt like the first time I came in contact with them.

We arrived and with a single knock and no response, Vanessa opened the door and entered while I followed behind her. And just like that, like the first time. I am met with those familiar faces. Four bitches, three assholes and the boss, Logan. What the they want now?

"Welcome... MIYA" Cassandra spoke out with that deadly smile. I am going to hate what will happen tonight

"ha, ha, ha" Vanessa laughed nervously and whispered to me I see you guys are familiar with them

"Yes... Yes, we are" I let out with eyes focused on Logan who had just taken out his vape. Logan had this wicked look. He stared at me like he could see into my soul, trying to read me.

"Ok then" Miss Vanessa announced "I will leave you guys" With that she walked out of the room leaving me alone, with deadly eyes focused on me. I appeared like a prey trapped in a lion's den but I will survive, I always do. I made my way to the table and placed the bottles on it. Then walked to the shelf at the corner, took out a few glasses and arranged them on the table as well. When I was done. I stood up to leave

"I will be right outside if you need me" turning around to leave

"Who said you should leave" Logan's voice stopped my movement, "turn around" I took a deep breath, I would be paid for this after all. I turned to face them "You are not leaving Maria... you are the star of the night" he smiled.