Chapter-1-The Introduction

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Leo was sitting at a cafe with a group of friends, feeling unusually conspicuous. He had wavy hair with a tone of brown and eyes that reflected the color of the sea, he was dressed in a casual attire. Waiting for his order Leo decided to initiate a conversation which was a highly commendable act according to him. The second he took the initiative Lara took his flow and began speaking. Lara was the gabby one in the gang and also one of Leos best buds from childhood. Leo was flummoxed, Lara quickly took note and she was surprised."Since when did you become so brave, the last time I saw a conspicuous Leo didn't end up so well," said Lara with utmost worry. Leo began shaking when he heard this and replied hastily"I think I'm in love." 

This stunned the group of 3 people, all eyes and ears turned towards Leo. There was a motionless and silent void which was marked by the arrival of the food causing discomfort to the others. Clausen was the first to reconcile"Let me guess," he said, suddenly Lara became wild and began chanting"Paige?Sally?Kate?" her endless list kept on going. Suddenly Leo cut Lara's talk and began his momentous discussion about his love" I like Ellen"," said Leo with utmost fear and sincerity.

The name Ellen was enough to drop a 2-ton bomb on Clausen and Lara. Their surprise was put forth by Ellen's background. Sally with a serious tone said"What do you will happen to you when that football jock gets to know," Clausen who was the fun type started making fun of Leo after hearing this"I'm establishing my punning game early" said Clausen jokingly.

"I'm serious and I'm willing to take all the related risks," said Leo flexing the last french fry on the plate"I'm tired of hiding and I want to open up."Sally jokingly said, "Francis would open you before you even have a chance."Francis was Ellens boyfriend, he was overprotective and was the most popular kid in school. He had a record of having the most number of touchdowns and also the record for most numbers of drinks had."To sum it up, Leo you are willing to go against a psychopath for love?" said Clausen with a tone of care, suddenly Lara exclaimed, "I'm in, Ill help, Let's go all out!."I want to ask you a question" said Clausen with a Sherlock Holmes tone"Why did you tell us now?."What do you mean by why now"asked Leo who slowly scratched his head. Clausen and Lara collectively moved forward. Lara figured out what was coming next."I mean to say that there are only 2 more days for school and also why all of this during senior year." said Clausen with a puzzled look."Felt like I should have opened up sooner but its not too late right? said Leo, "Why don't you tell her after she gets married, I'm pretty sure your love will be appreciated," said Lara sarcastically."But won't she..."Leo was interrupted,"He still won't have the guts " shouted Clausen.

The whole cafe turned towards them, the manager came forth to ask them to leave but Lara immediately shouted at the manager"CANT YOU SEE THAT WE ARE DISCUSSING IMPORTANT MATTERS."That was the last word that they heard from the cafe from which they were made to leave, "Looks like we must find a new cafe to hang out then" said Clausen who's face was trying not to explode from laughter."Why do we get kicked out so often." "I'm feeling fatigued maybe we'll talk later," said Leo. Lara and Clausen stared at each other"Maybe you should get that tin can in your head to do some thinking over the weekend" said Clausen."Tell us your decision on the reopening..."Suddenly all their phones beeped in unison.

"There's a party tomorrow in........ Fr...anc...is's place and somehow we are inv....ited, How?"said Leo with a gulp, "We definitely must go for this, it an opportunity sent by the cupi...." said Clausen who was interrupted by a jab to his nethers, "We are going comma full stop no more talking only prepping,the party is at 9 tomorrow,we have the whole day for ourselves to prep,we've got to arm ourselves"said Lara who kept on going with a huge list of to-dos. Clausen and Leo tried to desert only to be caught by their collars by Lara. She replied with signs of disappointment" just leave,I want a lot of enthusiasm tomorrow."Agreeing to Lara, All of them turned to part ways just to face an unlikely situation, "And there comes Ellen" said Lara and Clausen shockingly.


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