Missing The Sun

Chapter IV: Girls Kisser

Sun sat on the familiar bench, observing everything as the conversation unfolded between Ongsa and Storm nearby. She could feel the tension in the air, particularly from the tall girl who clearly appeared uncomfortable with the entire situation. It was as if a truth hung just out of reach, and Sun recognized that Storm was likely about to face an unmistakably cold rejection. The signs were all there, clear as day to her. Meanwhile, Mint couldn't help but stifle her laughter, thoroughly entertained by Storm's futile attempts to win over Ongsa's affection. It was quite a sight, watching Storm struggle to warm Ongsa's heart, and Sun couldn't help but agree with Mint's amusement. Ongsa truly was one of a kind, and both girls were aware of the unique qualities she possessed.

As the moment progressed, Storm and Ongsa made their way over to the bench where Sun sat, with Ongsa appearing increasingly eager to escape the awkwardness that surrounded them. She moved almost silently, clearly preoccupied with organizing her sports bag after taking a moment to wipe the sweat from her brow. Sun couldn't resist stealing a furtive glance at Ongsa, who seemed to radiate an undeniable and captivating aura that was hard to ignore. There was something about her presence that drew attention, making it clear that she stood out from the crowd in more ways than one.

"Okay mai?" Sun was worried.

Ongsa nodded and smiled lightly.

"ONGSAAAAAA!"

A stocky man who was wearing glasses and had a blue sports headband perched on his head approached them with an air of confidence. His face was bright and cheerful, displaying a friendly demeanor, yet despite this seemingly positive appearance, Sun couldn't shake off an unsettling feeling. For reasons she couldn't quite articulate, Sun felt deep down that this man would somehow exacerbate the already tense situation, making the unfolding drama even worse than it already was.

"Should you call her name that loud, oy Mawin?" Storm replied courtly. Mawin is Storm's faculty friend.

"Oyyyy so cold. Still trying to talk to Ongsa?" He held his laugh.

"Shut up, Mawin."

"Hi, Sun. No wonder the day is shining so bright today. Accompanying Mint today?" Mawin greeted the shorter girl who replied with a warm smile. "I was at the canteen when I heard all the guys talked about you, the pride of Communication Arts. Lucky Mint."

"Thanks, Mawin. You said that too before." Sun replied courtly.

"Oy Ongsa, who's the girl who drove you this morning? Is that your girlfriend?" The atmosphere suddenly changed. Not only to Storm who sat up straight. "Damn Ongsa. She's so pretty. So, that's why you keep on rejecting Storm?"

"Oy, Mawin. Say that again, I'll kill you right away." Storm stood up, he was so ready to kick Mawin's butt. To Sun, it could be a free entertainment, too bad it didn't happen as Mint held his bestfriend from doing it. "Ongsa, is that true? Do you have a girlfriend? Do you like girls?"

Ongsa took a long deep breath until everyone felt bad for her. She glanced at Sun, who slowly released Mint's grip on her hand. Ongsa looked so annoyed, for whatever happened during that time. She grabbed her bag and prepared to leave.

Two steps, and she turned back, eyes were straight staring at Sun.

"It's Phi Alpha."

Ongsa bowed her head down a little and left, and this time, she didn't look back, leaving Mint, Storm and Mawin switched their focus at Sun. Without any single word, Sun knew they demand for an answer, the answer Ongsa gave her, and only her understand.