The Narcissist

Chapter 18 - THE DEAL

I could now walk without cursing in pain. People were whispering around me, I'm kinda used to it because, hello? It's me you're talking about.

In my opinion, I'm the most beautiful person I know.

Aimee was running towards me, I already anticipated her squeal and hug as we collided with each other. "Gorg!! I missed you so much!!"

My laughter died when I saw Ethan behind Aimee. "Long time no see! How're ya?"

"I'm fine." I answered, looking around if Rhett was there. Disappointment crossed my face when I didn't see him.

"He's not here, if you're looking for Rhett." Ethan winked.

"Where is he?" I asked him. Aimee and Ethan looked at me suspiciously.

"He won the fight in mixed martial arts, so maybe he's under intensive training to compete for championship." Ethan explained, looking at me.

I raised an eyebrow at him, "Is he training in the dojo?"

"I'm not sure, but he's probably with captain Kenny right now." Ethan said. "Have you heard about his last fight? It was so crazy! His opponent didn't even get to hit him even once. It was an easy knockout. Somebody told me he was so focused, it would be a piece of cake for him to win the championship now."

He kept his promise not to get hit. Wow! I need to see him ASAP.

"Uh. I'll go ahead. Bye guys!" I waved hurriedly, heading to the dojo.

Aimee chuckled. "Go get him!" She cheered, while Ethan throw her a confused look. "She's into Rhett?" Ethan asked, as if he couldn't believe it. I didn't hear what Aimee answered because I'm now sprinting towards the dojo.

I was out of breath when I arrived there, composing myself first before going inside. Again, everybody stopped what they're doing when they saw me. I smiled awkwardly at them.

"Hey guys." I said, then everyone gathered around me, simultaneously asking how's my ankle or how I've been. It was easier the last time because Rhett was with me, and nobody dared to approach us.

I miss my protector already.

Not wanting to be rude, I just smiled at them politely and answered them all at once. "I'm better now, thanks."

"What's the commotion all about?" I heard somebody asked from the back, I sighed in relief when I recognized captain Kenny's voice.

When he saw it was me, he told the guys to get back to practice in which they obliged half-heartedly. "How's your ankle?" Captain asked, his attention now on me.

"I can now walk, and attend club activities." I reported happily.

"That's good news. Unfortunately, Rhett wouldn't be able to train with you, so you'll have to train with the guys." He stated. Seeing my mortified reaction he asked, "Will that be okay with you?"

Of course not!

I didn't answer right away. "Rhett's gonna compete for the championship?" I inquired.

Captain's face couldn't hide the pride he held. "I told you he's the best, didn't I?"

I smiled connivingly. "You might have mention it." I answered. "So, can I just watch him train instead?" I asked hopefully.

"You'd rather watch Rhett train than train with the other members?" He asked back.

Is that a trick question?

"No offense to the other members of this club, but I really want to see how champions are made." I explained.

Captain Kenny seemed to be satisfied with my answer. "Very well. If you really want to watch him train, you can. But there will be a catch."

I held in my breath.

"You'd also practice with the guys from time to time. I'm sure they'll need some inspiration as well." He said.

"It's a deal!" I agreed.

I was surprised when the members of the club cheered at my answer, I totally forgot that we're not inside captain's office and all of them could hear us easily.

Oops! me and my big and beautiful mouth.

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