LOGINAvery's POV I didn't want to see Dr. Monroe after class. Seeing his scary face would not only ruin my day, it would also mean I would be late to my very first Hockey practice.I was already late to the tryouts, so I definitely didn't want to repeat history.I looked around and observed my classmates' faces. Then, I stared right back into Dr. Monroe's eyes. Thankfully, he didn't notice that I was glaring at him.If I accepted my score, then it would confirm that I, actually, cheated on the assignment.If I chose the other option, then I was sure I was going to be late to my first Hockey training.However, in those two options, I knew I was going to be doubted either way.So, I shrugged and sat back down in my seat to show that I had accepted my score of zero. My classmates looked at me with judging expressions even though most of them copied other people's homework.Dr. Monroe smirked as he walked over to the board. Then, he shook his head while muttering to himself, "That's what I th
Avery's POV Dr. Monroe entered the classroom with a face that couldn't be painted. He always looked like a sheep that had been milked a couple more times than the ordinary, but today, he appeared even more dehydrated.It seemed like I wasn't the only one who noticed the shift in his attitude. Everyone in the class became quiet as soon as he entered the classroom.The old man placed down his belongings on the table in a way calmer than we had anticipated. The action made all of us even more nervous as we all seemed to be wondering what had gotten into the old man's head."First, let us deal with the answers to your assignment," he said and turned around to write on the board.One brave soul raised her hand and asked a question."Aren't you going to give us back our papers, sir?"Dr. Monroe turned around with a subtle glare in his eyes. The girl swiftly zipped her mouth shut and stopped prying further.Dr. Monroe wrote down the answers on the board and rapidly discussed the rationale b
Avery's POVI looked down at the extra shoes I planned on bringing to school. I couldn't help but sigh when I felt the hardened glue on its soles. It was ruined on the day of her tryouts and I hadn't gotten around to replace them yet.The only other pair of shoes I had was made out of canvas. It was in better condition but it didn't really befit me.I stood from my bed and went to Grandma Jo to ask her to buy me a new pair of shoes.However, as I got to the kitchen, I saw Grandma Jo sniffing while counting the money she earned yesterday. Her eyes were welled up with tears while a stack of money danced in her hands. She wiped her eyes with her hands but it only made her tear up even more.I pursed my lips as soon as I saw this. Grandma Jo must not have made enough money yesterday."I can't ask for anything now. I had to contact my parents but they are still angry at me," I whispered and went back to my room to quickly pack the worn-out rubber shoes. I also packed the jersey that Bee ha
Chapter 46Avery's POVI quickly finished my lunch with my cheeks puffed up with food. Few minutes later, I was standing with Bee in front of the school's bulletin board.To the other students, it seemed like I was a squirrel that that had stored nuts inside its cheeks and they kept staring at me weirdly. In fact, I might even consider myself pretty unattractive.However, for the people who watched me as I passed them, it only added to my infamous aura. I looked like I had just devoured one of my enemies whole!I couldn't help but crack my knuckles out of nervousness. I knew I wasn't able to do my best during the tryouts but I definitely wasn't the worst player in the bunch.Moreover, when Bee stated that I had been chosen, hope had bloomed inside my heart. On my way there, I saw King, who wore a wide smile on his face. It didn't take a genius to know that he made it into the Hockey team. Out of everyone who tried out, he was definitely the player with the most shots, rebounds and as
Avery's POV "Tomorrow, please pass your assignments to Kyle early in the morning. I'll be checking your papers before our class and I'll be announcing the scores afterward," Dr. Monroe reminded just as the bell rang.I turned to Bee with my eyes wide. "We have an assignment?" I whispered in confusion.Bee softly chuckled before nodding. "The one on page 11," she whispered as she didn't want to let Dr. Monroe hear that her friend wasn't paying attention.I flipped through the worn-out pages of the book that Grandma Jo had bought for me and looked at the page intently while Bee observed my reaction."If it's too hard, I can show you my answers early in the morning," Bee offered. "Just come earlier than usual."I nodded without saying anything. The assignment was simple enough, so I could definitely answer it in less than an hour.The only reason why I wasn't able to pay attention in class was because I was occupied with my weekly hockey skills target. It had already been a week since I
AUTHOR'S POV Lina clicked to the next slide and the players became silent as the next set of photos were displayed.Avery's photo was in the very middle and the players' gazes immediately focused on her.She really didn't appear like she had experience. However, it was actually pretty hard to tell since her story were nothing to write home about. Lina cleared her throat and zoomed in on the three players at the bottom."Roy," Lina started off. "Let's talk about him first."Shaw clicked his tongue and crossed his arms in front of his chest."Is there even something to discuss about this guy?" he asked.Janet nodded in agreement. "Aside from his decent physique, there's really nothing good about him.""He played dirty all throughout," another player added. "He even elbowed my ribs in the process and it's still sore until now."Lina clicked her tongue. "I agree with everything you said. His friends aren't any better, too. I even wonder why they tried out for the team.""I heard somethi







