CRUSH

Chapter 3: Close Affection

Ella's eyes locked onto Elly's, her heart pounding in her chest. She knew she was in trouble, and Elly's expectant gaze only made it worse. She had no group, no assignment, and no idea what to do.

Elly's voice broke the silence, his tone firm but hinting at amusement. "Well, Ella, it seems you're at a disadvantage. No group, no assignment. What do you plan to do about it?"

Ella's mind raced as she tried to come up with a response. She couldn't just sit there, staring at Elly like a deer in headlights. She needed a plan, and fast.

"Consult the class representative for help, and they'll assign you to a group," Elly suggested, his hand on her shoulder sending a jolt of electricity through her body. Ella's thoughts went blank as she gazed up at him, her heart skipping a beat. She couldn't help but admire the way his eyes crinkled at the corners, or the way his smile made her feel like everything was going to be okay. She was lost in the depths of his eyes, her mind foggy with admiration.

Thanks, Elly, she stammered, her voice barely above a whisper. Elly's hand still lingered on her shoulder, sending shivers down her spine. Ella felt like she was melting into his touch, her worries about the assignment and group forgotten in the face of her growing infatuation.

As Elly gazed into Ella's eyes, he couldn't help but think to himself, "She's stunning, with a beauty that's both delicate and fierce. Her eyes sparkle like diamonds, and her smile could light up a room. I've never seen anyone like her before." But he kept his thoughts to himself, maintaining his professional composure as he guided her towards the class representative. Little did Ella know, Elly was just as affected by their encounter as she was. 

........As the presentations continued, Elly's eyes never left Ella's face, his gaze piercing through her like a sharp knife. She felt like he could see right through her, into her very soul. But she couldn't help but feel drawn to him, like a moth to a flame.

Just then, Elly's voice cut through the air, firing a stunning question at Jayden, a member of Group 3. "Jayden, can you explain the concept of cognitive dissonance and how it relates to social psychology?"

Jayden hesitated, his eyes darting around the room like a trapped animal. "Uh, well...it's...uh..."

Elly's eyes narrowed, his voice dripping with sarcasm. "Oh, come on, Jayden. It's not that difficult. Let me make it easier for you. Can you even define cognitive dissonance?"

Jayden's face turned bright red as he stumbled over his words. "I...I...it's...uh...when...when people...uh..."

Elly's laughter was like a cold slap in the face. "Oh, Jayden. You're really struggling, aren't you? Let me give you a hint. It's when people hold two conflicting beliefs or values. But I guess that's too much for you to handle."

The class erupted into snickers and giggles, and Jayden's face turned beet red with embarrassment. Elly's eyes locked onto Ella's, a hint of amusement dancing in their depths. "I guess some people need a little extra help from their God, don't you think, Ella?".....she was stunned to hear Elly  ask her      ...what....uhmmm she stammered   Noo... Ahaa..uhm...  

Ella's heart skipped a beat as she felt a surge of anger and embarrassment on Jayden's behalf.  She kept on wondering who was this harsh, arrogant, and mean handsome young man, and why did he have to be so cruel? She couldn't help but wonder what had made him this way, and why she was so drawn to him despite his rough exterior.     

I think you need your   God more Jayden ,don't you think  ...Elly  announced.  
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As the presentations finally came to an end, Elly's voice cut through the chatter. "Alright, class. That's enough for today. You're all dismissed."

The students filed out of the room, chattering and laughing, but Elly's eyes never left Ella's face. "Ella, can I see you for a moment?" he asked, his voice low and mysterious.

Ella's heart skipped a beat as she felt a shiver run down her spine. What did Elly want with her? She hesitated for a moment, then nodded and made her way towards him.

As she approached, Elly's eyes seemed to bore into her soul, like he could see right through her. "I want to talk to you" he said, his voice dripping with an air of secrecy.

Ella's mind raced with questions, but before she could say anything ...Elly's phone rang, shrill and insistent. He glanced at the screen, his eyes narrowing. "I have to take this. Maybe I will talk to you next time dear.  

And with that, he turned and walked out of the room, leaving Ella alone and wondering what could  lay ahead of there encounter.....

Curious  about ,Elly's next move?   Check out my next chapter. 
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