Shadows

Chapter 2 - Introduction

'Children, this is Mr. Daniel Langton.' Said Mrs. Calloway. He looked at everyone and greeted them warmly. 'Hello everyone.' Many of the students seem to respond back, especially the girls. Anne was appalled by his looks. He was in his early 20s, and he had a tall and fit figure. He had a chiseled jawline that look like it can crush nuts easily and dark blonde hair, closely cropped. He was dressed so well that he looks like an English gentleman. His looks caught the attention of everyone in the class but what caught Anne's attention the most was his eyes.

They had a dark grey color that looked so sharp and focused, like a hawk. Within a second later, they were staring back at her. Anne held her breath. Both of them were staring at each other, as those eyes seem to become more focused on Anne.

Anne felt shivers running her spine so she quickly broke the stare.

'Anne, you okay? 'A deep voice asked. She turned to see Rick looking at her with a concerned face.

'Huh? Oh yeah yeah, I'm fine.' She said quickly. Rick wasn't convinced but didn't ask any more as Mrs. Calloway said 'Mr. Langton will be your new biology teacher from now onwards. 'Anne and Jo groaned in unison.

Biology was their least favorite subject because a) they always fail and b) they hate it. 'Well then. I shall be going then. Good day to you, Mr. Langton.' She said to him 'As to you, Mrs. Calloway.' He replied.

Mrs. Calloway looked like she was blushing but she got rid of it and turned towards the students and said 'Children, behave well.' She looked expectantly at Jo. Jo winked at her along with a devilish smile. Mrs. Calloway squinted her eyes at her and left the classroom. Anne and Jo chuckled together and gave each other a silent fist bump.

The first 2 periods they had chemistry which was surprisingly Jo's favorite, and then it proceeded to the 3rd and 4th period which was to both Anne and Jo's unfortunate luck, Biology. The day couldn't get any better, Anne thought. Both of them went to their lockers and took their textbooks out.

'Ready for it, A?' Jo asked. 'for what?' 'A new version of boredom.' Jo pointed out. 'Come on, jo. He's not from around here. Maybe it will be interesting. But I'll admit, I'm not ready at all.'

'Ah cheer up, A. Who knows what will happen, right? That's the best part.'

Jo encouraging was sometimes very rare because she literally doesn't give a shit about anything. But she cares for Anne because she's the only one who understands her, despite their backgrounds. They both headed to the classroom. Before they entered, Anne felt that those eyes were staring at her again.

She quickly asked Jo. 'Is he behind us?' 'Who? Oh shit.' She looked behind and saw Mr. Langton coming with his books.

'Yeah, he's there alright. Come on, we better run to class.' They both walked quickly to class and settled down.

Rick saw them and said 'you guys are early.' 'Shut up, rick. 'Jo said. Rick held his hands in surrender.' I'm just saying.'

'It's fine, Rick. We saw the new teacher coming so we quickly came.' Anne said.

'Ahh, I see. Do you like him?' rick asked. 'Like him? We barely even know him.' Anne replied.

'Oh good cause half the class does. I just checked whether you both were sane.' 'Bunch of brain-dead morons.' Jo grumbled. Anne and Rick chuckled.

A few minutes later, Mr. Langton came to the classroom and set his books on the table. Hello, students. As you all may know, I'm new to this school.'

'Good for you, buddy.' Jo grumbled. 'Jo, be quiet.' Anne whispered. Yeah, Jo.' Rick said. Jo cursed under her breath at him as Mr. Langton spoke in a British accent.

Anne found it.. alluring much to her shock and so did the rest of girls except for Jo who wasn't bothered. Good old Jo.

'So that means each of you will have to present an introduction of yourself to me so I can get to know you all better before we start.' And he sat on the table. Talk about a rebel teacher. 'Smooth, man. Smooth.' Rick whispered to which both Anne and Jo smirked and the guys nearby chuckled.

Blanchett and her friends were getting ready for their intros though they'll just mention the stuff they like to do and try to flirt with him. Some of the guys tensed but the rest including Jo, Anne and Rick weren't bothered about it even though Anne was a bit tense because those grey eyes looked at her again.

'Let's start with you, young lad.' He pointed to guy named Ben the first row on the left corner. He was a little short than the other guys and he was fair-skinned with freckles and medium brown wavy hair.

Ben stood up and gave a brief intro of him. After that, Mr. Langton said 'well, it is good to meet you, Ben.' and gave a friendly smile to him. Ben responded by smiling back and sat down.

When the chance came to Blanchette, Anne thought she might never hear the end of it. She was going on and on about her herself, what she likes, what she hates, her hobbies which was mostly Shopping in the Mall. (No surprise there.) Jo fell asleep and Rick was making snoring sounds which Anne chuckled to.

When Blanchett finished her ranting, Mr. Langton said 'Nice to meet you....Blanchette, right?' Blanchette nearly squealed when he said her name and very happily.

She sat down and Anne thought she saw Blanchette wink at Mr. Langton but wasn't sure of it. And so it went on, everyone introducing themselves including Rick, Mr. Langton greeting them with a warm, friendly attitude, sometimes impressed by some of them.

'Huh, he doesn't look that bad, though.' Anne said to Jo who was half awake. 'Yeeeaahhh. Look at him. His first day and everyone likes him already. Must be some blessed person.' Jo suggested. 'Maybe.' Anne said.

But why do I get a bad feeling? Anne thought. Before she knew it, it was her turn.

Oh God.., she thought as she stood up. Anne was trying to avoid looking at him but she had to anyway. Those eyes were staring at her again.

'Ummm...' she started. 'Take your time, love.' He said soothingly. Here goes nothing, Anne thought. She took a deep breath and started again. 'My name is Anne Livingston.......' And she continued.

While she was introducing herself, she noticed that he was seemed to be more... interested and was listening to every word that came out of Anne's mouth. '......my ambition is to become a pilot.' Anne concluded her intro.

'Hmmmm... .' Mr. Langton looked like he was studying her. Then he said 'it is lovely to meet you, Anne. And that's a very interesting ambition you have there. I had a brother who also studied to be a pilot.' 'Really? That's Cool.' Anne said.

'Did he make it?' 'I don't know. He went abroad to study. I haven't heard from him since then. 'Oh.' 'I'm sure he must be very busy now.' He said with a blank look on his face

. Then he quickly switched to a friendly smile 'I hope you achieve your dreams, Anne.' 'Uhh... thanks, Mr. Langton.' And she sat down, feeling relieved

. 'You did great, Anne.' Rick said. 'Gold star, Annie.' Jo commented. 'Thanks, guys.' She replied. Now it was Jo's turn.

'Now this is going to be interesting.' Anne said to Rick who smiled like an idiot.