Best Mate [English Version]

Bab 21

    Whatever the situation and conditions, the sound of the school bell is the best, even beating the ringing of your crush's phone. And yeah, forget about homework for a while, it's time to enjoy freedom.

    Rheya was still packing her books and pencil case into her bag. She deliberately spent a little longer in class, because at this time the classroom hallway was still busy with students. She doesn't like being crowded, walking like marching ants, and queuing.

    The overlapping voices of the disciples were loud. Amidst the busy sounds, her ears suddenly became sensitive. Strangely, she could hear Mona's heavy breathing.

    Rheya's head turned and saw Mona's reluctant face as Asti dragged her to meet Niko who was waiting outside the classroom.

    "Guys." Rheya patted the table with both palms. "Someone just sent an SOS signal."

    "Mona?" Fara asked casually.

    The corners of Rheya's lips curved downwards, nodding.

    "How do you know she's sending a signal? Did she blink? Or do you have an antenna? E.T.?"

    "Feelings." Rheya replied lightly.

    "Sometimes feelings can be wrong. Unless you're an alien. Fix. You’re E.T."

    "If I'm an alien," Rheya pointed at herself, "then you are alien friends," she said, pointing at Eri and Fara in turn.

    "I'm E.T. the most beautiful," joked Eri.

    Fara ignored Eri. "Why do you know that feeling?" At least she was the only one who was interested in Rheya's feelings.

    "Niko is approaching Mona. OK, I may seem weak and easy to play with, but Mona is the type who finds it hard to say no. Mona has been annoying me lately, but I can't see her being toyed with."

    "Mona must have added some secret powder to your fried noodles." Eri started making ridiculous deductions. "Hm, I don't mind you helping her. But, registration to enter our gang has closed."

    "She needs a series of tests if she wants to join our gang," said Rheya in a badass style. "Let's kuy!" She got up from her seat, ordering her friends to follow her.

    Rheya may not be as popular as Evelyn, but she won't let anyone play with her, even insult her and of course she will fight. There are advantages to having three older brothers, as they helped Rheya grow up strong and brave.

    Rheya saw Niko smiling flamboyantly at Mona. A reliable smile when Niko is approaching a potential girlfriend. Honestly, Rheya was tempted by that smile. Oh, who isn't attracted when a handsome man smiles at her?

    Rheya shook her head when she saw Mona trying to refuse, but Asti continued to persuade Mona to agree take home by Niko.

    "Where are you guys going?" Rheya's presence was certainly not expected. She threw a faint smile at Niko and Niko responded with an awkward smile.

    "We want to hang out," said Asti in a showy tone.

    "Oooh." Rheya's face was disinterested. "Do you want some hang out, Mon?"

    Mona looked at Rheya silently, but her eyes seemed to be asking for help. Her index finger quietly reached Rheya's little finger.

    "Yes, she want to." Asti replied pretending to know about Mona's feelings. "Why? Do you want to come along?" Her voice sounded bitter, looking at Rheya cynically.

    "I? Are you inviting me?" Rheya stared back at Asti fiercely. She was patient enough to deal with Asti's rude attitude. "Sorry, our friends are on different levels. Our hangout is classy."