Loop of lies {FAKE DATING!!}

#8 My highness

As the clock struck 2am, I found myself once again engrossed in the silence of the night. with my exams finally over, I revelled in the newfound freedom of staying up late-this time not for studying but for leisure. Yet, as the hours slipped away i could not help but notice that the 24 hours in a day now seemed inadequate. I closed the pages of my novel, In the soft glow of my aesthetic lamp, my room was bathed in a soothing, ambient light. Sitting in the peaceful silence, the dim illusion created an atmosphere of tranquillity and solace. the gentle play of shadows and light casted by the lamp contributed to the room's aesthetic appeal, enveloping me in a sense of comfort and serenity, as I indulged in moments of respite from the world's hustle and bustle.

as an introvert, I valued late nights more than the hours of the day. It was the only time i could sit with myself, alone without being interrupted by anyone, for some hours i was in my own world and i could do whatever I wanted. I sat in the silence for a few minutes before the thought of the guy finally struck me again.

As I found myself reflecting on my limited interactions with him, my annoyance grew as i noted his nonchalant and amused attitude while my own emotions remained intense and agitated. Despite having only spoken twice, I could sense that that our paths would continue to cross in the future, considering we live in the same building and attend the same classes for guitar. Interestingly, I haven't encountered him in my school, leading me to wonder if he attends a different school. Despite my complete ignorance about him, he still managed to irritate me deeply, even in the absence of his presence. I wanted to divert my attention at all costs, i picked up my phone and began scrolling through Instagram at freaking 3am.

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I had my classes at 7pm today too and i just did not want to see him, when I reached there, I did not see him which was a relief but unfortunately, it seemed that fate had other plans, as things did not unfold in my favour. He was there in the corner, picking a guitar, i waited for him to move and stayed a bit far, as he carefully picked a guitar and prepared to play he remained blissfully unaware of my presence i nonchalantly retrieved a guitar too and took my seat Feeling a subtle sense of his gaze upon me However I deliberately averted my attention refusing to acknowledge his presence and instead taking a seat a small distance away from him without even sparing him a glance Despite the lack of any communication or discussion between us I maintained a cool indifference towards him.

with class finally over I hastily picked up my backpack and escaped the classroom before gently placing the guitar back in its place as I busied myself selecting a playlist to walk home since mom could not pick me up today, the sound of a deep husky voice behind me got me by surprise.

"Taylor swift huh? Nice taste"

I instantly realized it was him as I heard the familiar voice behind me, refusing to turn around, I could sense his presence and I responded with a sharp remark saying

"Do you not find it shameful to invade someone else's privacy by peering into their phone?"

"c'mon little missy, I am just fascinated by your taste in music, what's 'stray kids' though, oh you listen to chase Atlantic too? I am impressed"

from the corner of my eye, I caught a glimpse of his face leaning in closer, his curious eyes peering past my neck to get a better view of my phone

i turn off the screen and huffed an annoyed breath as he mocked me by huffing out a breath too

"it's good that you turned off the phone little missy or next time it won't be a cricket ball but a car"

he was behind me standing but not too close now, i ignored his words and put the phone in my bag as soon as i decided to speak up i heard our coach shouts