Saving, Loving Mella

The Drama

Today I wake up feeling light headed. I take a bath and put on my best. Soon me and Jake set off for breakfast but the canteen is so crowded I decide to give it up till Tuesday. I certainly start to think of what I found out about Mella, she must have really had a had time in her life. And yet you want to hurt her, do you even know what you are doing? My subconscious mind starts again, I wonder why it begins talking when it comes to Mella.

Suddenly I realise that she is a strong woman and I am sure my inner voice is just being paranoid. If she was able to get through everything I gathered from my little homework then just a little high school drama intended to get under her skin doesn't sound as bad as my inner voice makes it sound.

Today, everything moves really fast. I planned everything to happen today so that on Monday, she becomes the talk of the day and everyone leaves me alone. I might as well beat her to her game.

Soon everyone is seated in class for the afternoon personal study. Not feeling like doing anything, I decide to walk around classes. I pass by Mellas class and watch her study. Obviously, she has no idea what I have in store for her because she looks up at me with a confused look before she blushes and a smile appears on her face. I suddenly realise this is the first time I have seen her genuine smile and I realise how cute it is. I shake my head clear then smile at her without realising I just gave her my most genuine smile.

The realisation that I felt happy to see her smile hits me and I feel like someone just poured cold ice water on me. I quickly change into a smirk and wink at her before walking away.

Soon the day is over and everyone is seated taking their evening meal. I smile as I get to the dinning halls podium and smile. "Everyone I need your attention, " everyone turns and gives their undivided attention to me. I look at Mella and she looks back at me with worried and curious eyes. For a moment I feel like the world has stopped, every single voice fades away and it is just the two of us in the moment. Suddenly I realise what is happening and I shake myself out of the moment before smiling at her.

I remember the movies I have watched and what that means but in my case  sure it is nothing of the sort, well undeniable Mella is beautiful but the reason that moment occurred is because I was thinking of how I am about to get back at her. I paste a broad smile on my face before continuing.

"In this very beautiful moment, Brian and I have decided to create a very memorable day for one very special person in both of our lives. " everyone starts to murmur, I look at Brian to see the rage brewing inside him. Seems like I have played with fire making me smile, I love adventure, it's not my fault that I don't mind getting a burn. I look at Mella and see the confusion in her eyes and smile.

" This special occasion was made just for you beloved Mella. " everyone begins to marvel with their ohs and wows and I take this opportunity to act before Brian calls it off, besides I already paid him. I hope he learns the real meaning of do not strike a deal with the devil. "Action guys, " I yell before the drama club members start their duty. I look at them and marvel, it's funny what money can do.

A boy dressed as an old grumpy fellow approaches a young shy girl, I look at Mella and see a smile on her face. I wonder how she will react once the old man speaks and decide to focus on her. " You my dear will be my beloved seventh wife. " I see Mella tense and everyone in the room looks on amazed.

"No, I can't, I will never marry an old man the age of my grandparents. " the old man smiles at her evilly, " actually it was never a question, I already paid the dowry so you are coming with me. In two days, you will be mine. " he then walks away smiling " boys" a bunch of boys come and lift her up pretending to lock her up. She then starts crying and swears she has to fulfill her dream. Not concentrating on the drama anymore, I see a sad look cross her face and soon she is lifting her hand to her mouth before she bolts out of the hall.

I look at where she was standing and Julian throws me a death glare before she takes off after her. A part of me wants to go after her and see if she is okay, obviously I didn't expect such a reaction. Knowing her, that is not what I expected, maybe something like she yells at me and smacks my face but not bolting out with teary eyes. I turn to go but am stopped along the way with a hard smack " You jerk, you promised you won't include me in your sick games, do you know what you just did? " seems like today is not my lucky day but am not picking a fight, I got things to attend to.

"Oh, nothing big I just altered the presentation a little you know, is that a problem. " I watch him pale and smile, "I'll see you later or maybe not, we are done." I walk away hurriedly hearing a you'll pay for this from Brian before I rush towards the direction I saw Julian. Reaching the class, I peep through the window and hear Mellas crying while Julian tries to sooth her. I really want to ask what the big deal is so I walk into the class.

"What is the big deal here, why are you crying anyway I don't see any reason." I ask my voice sounding arrogant contrary to how I wanted it to." Mellas sobs reduces to hiccups before she stands up wiping her eyes with the back of her hand. " Did Brian force you into doing this? " I look at her confused before I digest her question "No, actually it was my idea. " I say pointing to myself, " well I kind of just got an insight from him and some information then put it together, it was really amazing. " I say looking up dreamily, " at least I won't be the center of focus for now, well I played your game right under your nose. " I smile at her and notice how the two are glaring at me, " I hear they call it the girl who kicked cooking in your language, ' direct translation,' that's what they call you right? " I ask her smirking.

Realising none of them are in the mood to answer me" haha,  I laugh awkwardly, I get it you..." am cut of by a really angry slap on my face that makes my head spin " you don't get to play with someone's personal life idiot, you are so selfish. " before I can recollect what just happened, they are followed by two more then am in the room all alone.

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