Sheng Wang's life takes an unexpected turn when he transfers to a new school and immediately clashes with Jiang Tian, the most popular guy in class. Just as they start getting on each other's nerves, their parents drop a bombshell: they're getting m...
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A CERTAIN SOMEONE FANFIC ''THE ON1Y ONE ''
JAMESVINCE
A Certain Someone
Chapter 56: Impact
In the bustling classroom, students rolled up the blackout curtains, their murmurs filling the air as the experimental video came to an end. Sheng Wang lay on his desk, coughing and waving his hand weakly.
Mrs. Claire, the gentlest teacher in Class A, approached with concern. "What's wrong with Sheng wang?" she asked, noticing his discomfort.
Sheng Wang gave a thumbs up, trying to signal that he was okay, though his flushed face told a different story. "Is it all right?" she pressed on, her worry palpable.
Sheng Wang managed a weak smile and pointed at a small can of milk. The class burst into laughter, the tension in the room dissolving into mirth.
"Did you choke on the water?" Claire inquired, her tone light but concerned.
Sheng Wang, still catching his breath, shook his head and grinned. He was touched by the genuine concern, even if it came with a side of humor.
The laughter subsided, and the class settled into their notes as He Jin began discussing the next topic. Sheng Wang, now feeling a bit embarrassed but relieved, hid under the desk and sent a quick message to Jiang Tian.
Sheng: Are you embarrassed to laugh with the stuff you bought?
Jiang Tian: hindi ako tumatawa.
Sheng: Liar, I heard you.
Jiang Tian: ...
Jiang Tian: Then your hearing is good enough.
A smile tugged at Sheng Wang's lips. Jiang Tian's laugh was faint but comforting, a reminder of their closeness. He replied with a simple "ha," feeling a bit lighter despite his earlier discomfort.
Habang iniisip ni Sheng Wang ang sagot ni Jiang Tian, naalala niyang hindi pa rin alam ni Jiang Tian ang buong kwento ng relasyon nina Kyle at Jr. Pribado iyon, at nirerespeto ni Sheng Wang ang kanilang privacy.
Sa labas ng classroom, puno ng hindi inaasahang pagkikita ang araw ni Sheng Wang. Minsan, nag-overhear siya ng mga usapan tungkol kina Kyle at Jr, at paminsan-minsan, nasasalubong niya sila sa kalye. Lahat ng ito ay nagpaalala sa kanya kung gaano kaliit ang mundo, lalo na kapag kasama si Jiang Tian.
Isang araw, habang naglalakad sila, sabi ni Jiang Tian, "Napansin ko, parang lahat ng tao na lang ay kilala mo."
Ngumiti si Sheng Wang at sinagot, "Mukhang maliit nga ang mundo kapag kasama ka. Lahat ng mga bagay na nagiging mas magaan."
"Ang sweet mo naman bro," sabi ni Jiang Tian, sabay hawak sa kamay ni Sheng Wang. "Parang laging may magic ka tuwing tayo ang magkasama."
At sa bawat pagkikita at pangyayari, dama ni Sheng Wang ang init ng pagmamahal ni Jiang Tian, na nagpapagaan sa bawat araw
Later, as the evening self-study was canceled for exam preparation, Sheng Wang and Jiang Tian headed to old man's for dinner. They planned to relax at the dormitory afterward, but on their way back, Jiang Tian was called away by a teacher.
Sheng Wang returned to the dormitory, where he found it eerily quiet. His curiosity piqued, he entered to find SuYu absorbed in a horror movie on his laptop.
"What are you doing?" Sheng Wang asked, turning on the light.
"Shh, wag kang maingay. don't turn it off!" SuYu said urgently, "I'm trying to build up my courage."
Sheng Wang chuckled. "Horror movies and courage, huh? You're braver than I thought."
SuYu looked a bit embarrassed. "I need to practice. I don't want to be scared easily."
With a grin, Sheng Wang agreed to stay and watch with him. As they watched, SuYu gripped Sheng Wang's arm in fear. Sheng Wang didn't mind, though the sweaty touch was a bit uncomfortable. He noticed how SuYu's grip relaxed when he reached for his drink.
"Are you sure you're okay with this?" SuYu asked, still holding on a little.
"Yeah, no worries," Sheng Wang replied, "I'm not scared."
Just then, the door creaked open, and Jiang Tian walked in, casting a tall shadow in the doorway. The light illuminated Sheng Wang's face, which had a flushed but warm glow.
Nagtama ang mga mata ni Jiang Tian at Sheng Wang sa isang saglit, at naramdaman ni Sheng Wang ang kilig sa kanyang dibdib. Agad niyang kinuha ang malinis na damit mula sa bed rail, sinusubukang alisin ang pakiramdam.
"Maliligo ako," sabi ni Sheng Wang, umiwas sa titig ni Jiang Tian habang nagmamadaling pumasok sa banyo.
Pagkasara ng pinto ng banyo, hindi mapigilan ni Sheng Wang ang ngiti, iniisip ang paraan ng pagtingin ni Jiang Tian sa kanya. Mayroong isang banayad, sweet na koneksyon sa pagitan nila na nagpaparamdam na tama ang lahat.