At Bangkok University High School, the halls buzzed with excitement as students hurried to their classes. Among them was Chloe, a shy and reserved girl who had transferred to Bangkok University Highschool after facing relentless bullying at her previous school. Her heart raced with both hope and anxiety as she navigated the unfamiliar corridors, hoping to find a place where she belonged.
(Students are bustling through the crowded hallways, chatting and laughing. Chloe, carrying her books close to her chest, walks hesitantly through the throng. She looks around nervously, trying to avoid eye contact.)*
Chloe: (whispering to herself)* Okay, you can do this. Just find your class and blend in.
(Chloe catches a glimpse of Migs, who flashes a charming smile at a passing group of girls. She quickly looks away, feeling invisible.)*
Migs:(to his friends)* Did you guys hear about the party this weekend?
*(Chloe continues walking, her footsteps echoing softly against the tiled floor. She spots John, who notices her and offers a friendly nod.)*
John:Hey there, new face. Need help finding your way around?
Chloe: Oh, um, hi. I'm looking for... uh...
John: (smiling)* No worries. I'll show you. What's your name?
Chloe: Chloe.
John: Nice to meet you, Chloe. I'm John.
(They walk together briefly before reaching Chloe's classroom.)
Chloe: Thanks, John. I appreciate it.
John:Anytime. See you around!
(Chloe enters the classroom and finds a seat near the back. She takes a deep breath, trying to calm her nerves.)*
(Chloe sits alone at a table in the bustling cafeteria, eating her lunch quietly. Across the room, Ethan sits with a sketchbook open in front of him, drawing quietly. He occasionally glances up at Vanessa, the campus muse, who is surrounded by a group of admirers.)*
Ethan:(to himself)* She's amazing.
*(Chloe notices Ethan from across the room and inadvertently makes eye contact. She quickly looks away, feeling embarrassed. Ethan smiles shyly and returns to his drawing.)*
Chloe:(whispering to herself)* He's so talented.
*(Red approaches Chloe's table with a scowl on his face, carrying his lunch tray.)*
Red:You're new here, right?
Chloe:(nervously)* Uh, yeah. Chloe.
Red:(sighing)* I'm Red . Sorry about... everything. High school can be rough.
Chloe: (softly) Thanks, Red.
*(Red nods awkwardly and sits down across from Chloe, picking at his food. They eat in silence for a few moments.)*
*(Chloe walks outside the school building, heading towards the bus stop. She hears laughter and turns to see Ken and Neon surrounded by a group of friends, including Bianca, Ann, and Jane. They are chatting animatedly, enjoying each other's company.)*
Ken: (to the group)* So, who's up for a movie this weekend?
Neon: Count me in. We could use a break from all the studying.
(Chloe watches them from a distance, feeling a pang of loneliness. Bianca notices Chloe standing alone and waves enthusiastically.)*
Bianca: Chloe! Come join us!
(Chloe hesitates for a moment before walking over to join the group. They welcome her warmly, and she smiles gratefully.)*
Ann: (to Chloe)* How's your first day going?
Chloe: (smiling)* It's... better now.
Jane: Good to hear. You're one of us now.
(They walk together towards the bus stop, chatting and laughing. Chloe feels a sense of belonging she hadn't expected to find so soon.)*
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From Bullied to Beloved
Teen FictionAt Bangkok University High School, there are six boys who are famous on campus and a nerdy transfer girl who has been bullied at her previous school. She gets bullied again because of her unattractive face, but she gets close to the six boys, and on...
