My Knight and Shining Rock Star [Completed]

Chapter 12

~Mina's POV

I opened my swollen eyes, a consequence of the tears that soaked my pillow last night. It was an unusually early hour, two o'clock in the morning to be precise, and the silence of the night only intensified the whirlwind of thoughts in my mind. I found myself unable to return to sleep. The weight of Red's confession, a poignant moment etched in my memory, lingered heavily.

"You're so stupid, Gianne," I mumbled to myself, self-blame coursing through my veins. I liked him, yet I turned him down, a decision I was beginning to regret.

As the hours passed, I noticed that my eyes had exhausted their capacity for tears. I checked the time and realized it was now time to prepare for school. I mechanically went through my morning routine, my reflection in the mirror revealing red, puffy eyes. "Wow, I've truly outdone myself in looking presentable today," I muttered sarcastically, sighing at the state I found myself in.

Arriving at school, I was surprised to find that I was a bit early. The classroom was deserted, providing a rare moment of solitude. I took my usual seat and gazed out of the window at the gloomy sky. "It seems like the weather is reciprocating my feelings," I commented blankly, lost in my thoughts.

The door creaked open, and footsteps approached. The distinct sound of a chair scraping against the floor confirmed my suspicion—it was him. I turned to face Red, his eyes mirroring my own swollen ones. "Red, I—uhmm, we—" I attempted to explain, but he cut me off.

"You don't have to explain. I know you don't feel the same. Maybe I shouldn't have told you. Silly me," he chuckled, a forced smile etching across his face. The smile lacked the usual sparkle in his eyes. It felt like a façade, a poor attempt to conceal the sorrow and pain that radiated from within.

Unable to form the words I wanted to say, I sat in silence. Red broke the quietude after a while, "I'm okay." His smile persisted, but its authenticity had faded. All I could discern in his eyes were traces of sorrow and pain, emotions I inadvertently caused.

"I'm sorry, Red," I muttered, looking down at my hands. I wasn't aware of when he knelt by my side, lifting my chin to meet his gaze. "Why are your eyes swollen? They're really red and puffy," he asked with concern, narrowing the distance between us. "Yours too. They're the same as mine," I replied, turning away. "I cried," he admitted, his voice tinged with vulnerability. "But you? What happened? Did something happen?" he inquired, genuine worry etched across his face.

If only he knew the truth. "No—nothing. I got my allergies today," I stammered, concocting a feeble excuse. To my surprise, he accepted the nonsensical explanation. The room descended into silence once more.

In an attempt to restore normalcy, I initiated small talk. However, Red's responses were curt, stifling any conversation. It felt like he was shutting me out. The pain in my heart deepened—I wanted us to return to the way we were. Desperation set in as I pondered how to bridge the growing gap between us.

Time marched on, and lunchtime arrived. I found myself eating alone, a stark contrast to the usual camaraderie. The Amoebas—Krista, Lina, and Jane—seized the opportunity to taunt me. Their words pierced through my defenses, and I sassed back, attempting to maintain a façade of indifference.

However, as Jane lifted my chin harshly, a sudden realization hit me—weakening my defenses and releasing a cascade of emotions. Red was indeed gone. Our friendship was fractured, and the person I cherished seemed to have disappeared. In that moment, I felt utterly alone, abandoned by my confidant and protector. The empty comfort room became a sanctuary for my sobs as I cried my heart out, the pieces of my broken heart scattered on the cold floor. The painful truth echoed in my mind—I was alone.

To be continued....

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