Call me Nya [Complete]

Week 8 // Part 1

Friday morning

Wow, what a difference to a 'normal' Friday this is! This place is nothing like our little Ignacia High School or the cosy comic book store...

This morning, Sky and I are at the Ninjago Institute of Technology. I still haven't decided on what I am going to study, but I have always enjoyed the more technical subjects, so we are attending the NIT Open Day for prospect students that is taking place today. Sky isn't really interested in any of the programmes here, she is going to do an MBA at Ninjago City University (NCU). But as my amazing best friend (and girlfriend to my protective older brother who wouldn't let me go on my own), she has offered to accompany – and drive – me here.

Despite the early hours, the impressive campus is already buzzing, and we are struggling to find our way. I am glad to have someone with me. And I see that it was the right decision to take the afternoon off, as it might take us a while to get around and to see everything on my list. But I can't say that I haven't been feeling bad about not telling Jay about it. I am wondering whether I should ask him for his number next time I see him. And why can't I just stop thinking about him?

Right now I really need to focus on the task ahead, I am here to...

"Nya?"

As usual, my friend's scarlet hair and overall appearance have already caught a lot of attention. So, I am very surprised when I hear somebody call my name. And I know only two people who would use this name...

Yes, when I turn around, I find myself looking into those captivating blue eyes I have missed all week. "What are you doing here?" He asks.

"Jay?" I say back. "I could ask you the same..."

"Wha-Wait a minute." Skylor interferes, before either of us can reply. She pulls me aside and gives me a questioning look. "Toni. Before we go any deeper into this conversation. Who is this guy? He looks kinds familiar but I can't really put a name to him... How do you know him? And, who is Nya?"

I blush. "Uhm, long or short version?"

"Short version should do for now."

"This guy is Jason Gordon. He's the son of Cliff Gordon so you might have seen pictures of him in the newspaper. I know him from my job at the comic book. And, I am Nya, that's what he calls me."

"You mean this is the Jason you were complaining about a few weeks ago? What happened to 'I hate that arrogant prick'? I mean, he seems to be quite nice anyway. And not too ugly either - don't tell your brother I said this. Antonia Smith, I cannot believe you." Skylor shakes her head in disbelief. "Okay. I think I want to hear the very long version on the way home. Unless you want Kai to find out about your secret boyfriend..."

"He's not my boyfriend, just a good friend." I tell her, just as I keep telling myself. "But okay." I accept. We turn back to Jay and I give him a little smile. "Jay, this is Skylor, my best friend - and she's dating my brother." I add, before he gets any ideas. Because that's how it usually goes. "We are here for the Open Day." I explain.

"Hi Skylor. I am very happy to finally meet a friend of Nya's." Jay politely greets her. He then directs his attention back to me, completely ignoring my beautiful friend. "And it's great to see you here. I study here, you know. Tell me, where are you going? I can show you the way if you want..."

"We're on our way to the School of Engineering, I want to do the introduction and lab tour. Do you know where it is?"

"Really?" His face breaks into a bright smile, his eyes sparkling with excitement. "This is so amazing, I am a student at the engineering department as well. Hey, what about I'll tell you about the courses and show you around the labs? Saves you a lot of time in the queue."