THE ON1Y ONE (某某) [ TAG/ ENG ] FANFICTION

ACS 59

A CERTAIN SOMEONE FANFIC ''THE ON1Y ONE ''

JAMESVINCE

A Certain Someone

Chapter 59: Shift

Ang physics classroom ng Class A ay balot ng mabigat na katahimikan. Hindi ito iyong karaniwang tahimik na nararanasan sa mga seryosong klase—ito'y parang hangin na may bigat na halos hindi mahihinga. At si Sheng Wang ang nasa gitna ng lahat, bagamat hindi siya nag-iisa sa pagdadala ng ganitong pakiramdam sa buong silid.

Ms. Claire, usually the source of light-hearted jokes and anecdotes, was unusually serious today. She went through her explanations on the podium with a focused intensity that had everyone whispering amongst themselves. Meanwhile, Sheng Wang's attention was split between the lecture and the buzzing notifications on his phone.

In the midst of his chat with ben and jr , Sheng Wang tried to keep up with their lively conversation. His phone screen was a cascade of messages:

Ben daks: No! ! ! I still can't accept riding a horse!!!

JR: It's hard for me too. No way.

JR: ben is in.

Ben daks : Yes, I'm all in.

Sheng Wang chuckled at their banter, the group chat buzzing with their usual jokes. However, as he typed a response, he was reminded of how distant the playful banter felt now, a stark contrast to the serious undertone of the classroom.

Just a few months ago, jokes like these had been a regular part of his school life. He remembered teasing Jiang Tian about "touching a tiger's butt," a reference to their playful banter. Jiang Tian's reaction had been quick—throwing him out of the room with a book and a curt "Dreaming is faster."

Sheng Wang found himself smiling at the memory, though a pang of nostalgia hit him. It was a reminder of simpler times before the shift that had come with recent changes.

Nagbago ang dynamics sa loob ng classroom, katulad ng pisikal na paglilipat nila mula sa itaas patungo sa ibaba. Patuloy pa rin sina Ben at Jr sa kanilang pagbibiro, ang kanilang energy ay nakakahawa kahit na malungkot ang pakiramdam ni Sheng Wang. Ang kanilang mga biro ay nagdala ng ginhawa, muling pinagaan ang mabigat na atmospera ng silid-aralan.

JR: The next shift will be at the end of the term. When that time comes, Brother Sheng will come back properly.

Ben Daks: A must!

Sheng: Boss, I suggest you hurry up.

Ben : Why should I hurry up?

Sheng: You have to step on the 45th. Next time I go in, you'll be crying.

Sheng Wang couldn't help but laugh at their playful banter. It was nice to see them still so invested in their jokes, even if he was feeling a bit out of place. The reminder of the shift in his classroom, and the missed connection with Jiang Tian, was softened by the camaraderie of his friends.

As the bell signaling the end of class rang, Sheng Wang's thoughts were interrupted by the sudden jolt. He glanced toward the back of the room, locking eyes with Jiang Tian, who had just walked in with a bottle of ice water. The cool, brisk feeling of the drink seemed almost symbolic of the chilly distance between them.

Jiang Tian took his seat at the back, the movement of his clothes brushing lightly against Sheng Wang's shoulders. It was a small, fleeting contact, but it sent a chill down his spine. Sheng Wang didn't turn to look, but he could feel the presence of Jiang Tian behind him, a reminder of the bond they shared, even if it was currently strained.