Isabella's pov;
"Hahaha. I got high scores on the test, mom!"
"It looks like you studied hard for the test. I think it's a good decision to allow you to work in the library. Not only do we get money through it, but also you use the time to study. That's why I always say, 'the atmosphere is so important' Did you understand?"
"Yeah, mom."
Did she think I studied while working in the library? Okay, let it be like this for a while and I'll explain it to her later.
"Since you scored high marks, I'm going to cook your favourite seafood today." She took the bag full of shrimps and continued, "I knew you'd get high scores, so I bought it in advance."
I gave a thumbs up while making a big smile on my face while saying, "My mom is the best!"
She laughed and walked to the area where we cooked food. Since we're living in a one-bedro
Ava Devlin's pov;"Why do you look sad, yuyang? What happened?" I asked the little girl who sat alone in the playground."There's a dance performance for a music event.""Are you afraid of performing in front of everyone?"She shook her head and said, "I hope my dad watches me dancing on the stage."Why does her dad do this every time to her? I wonder what job he is working at even once he wasn't able to see his daughter's dance? Is it tough to take a leave for a day? Yugang doesn't have a mother, didn't he know that he has to take care of her more? But he doesn't come to pick her up from the school. He doesn't attend PTA. He doesn't bring her to school. He doesn't come to any programmes. Is he some kind of celebrity to be hidden from everyone?"I promise that your dad will be there when you dance on the stage. You believe me, right?"&
Sophia's pov;At the school, I poked Bella in her shoulder and signalled to check the phone. I sent her a message that I'm going to a friend's house party tonight and asked her to join me. After some time she replied to me that she has work to do and cannot come with me.It's not the first time because she had work to do but she's been ignoring me recently which is odd. What's going with her?Noah went to her place and talked with her about the music event and Evelyn joined them too. I didn't join them and remained in my place while thinking about why she was ignoring me. She never left me even when she got occupied with jobs, but what happened now. Even on weekends, she stopped jumping into my room through the window.Bella called me, "What's with you? Why are you being silent? Is it because I rejected the offer?""It's not the first time you're rejecti
Isabella's pov;In the school,"What about you? Did you finish the assignment this time? Or did you finish and leave it in your house?" Evelyn teased me."I finished it! Surprise!""How in the world is it possible?""Because I became brainy all of a sudden" And laughed.When I looked at Sophia, she was writing something in the notebook and Liam on the other side was on his phone.Noah jumped in front of me and said, "Hey! Come with me." And grabbed my hand."To where?""To the music club. They're holding a meeting for the basketball club and music club. It's regarding the event. Let's go.""I didn't submit my assignment yet.""The teacher wasn't here yet. Give your assignment to Sophia as I did."I l
Isabella's pov;I yawned when I entered Mr Martinez's room. He was sitting on his bed, typing on his laptop. Probably, he's working.I approached him, sat next to the chair, and let out another yawn."Are you exhausted?" He asked. "Yeah, I had practice today," I answered, leaning back in my chair."Practice?""Didn't I say that? Sorry, I thought you'd figured it out when Big Brother ran a background check on me.""He's like that," he remarked."I'm a member of my school's basketball team. We had a lot of practice today because we have a tournament tomorrow.""A basketball player?""Do I not look like one?""No," he responded with a smile."Why are you being so direct, Mr Martinez?""Is it wrong?""Not really, but it could cause problems at some point. Not everyone thinks the same way. You've heard of it, right?""Yeah. But, because of this, we can see how people regard me.""What do you mean 'because of this,' does it indicate you're trying to be direct but aren't?""'Kinda' in your l
Isabella's pov;"What happened?" Mr Martinez approached me as I stood like a mannequin in front of the basketball court."I-I saw her, Sophia...""Sophia?" He looked around while asking me."She walked away.""Follow her.""Should I do it? What if she ignores me?""Just leave already.""Okay. Thank you very much."I dashed out of the basketball court after Sophia.I crossed her while walking alongside the playground."Sophia! Sophia! Sophia!" I yelled out her name but she didn't respond to me."Stop!" I yelled as I grabbed her hand."What exactly do you want?" She gave a sour expression."I'm sorry, please don't avoid me," I hugged her."Bella..." She attempted to break the hug, but I wouldn't let her and said, "Please don't try to avoid me.""Would you like to be friends again?""Yes!" I said as I broke the embrace."Break that deal.""What?""You heard me. Cancel that deal, and I'll be your friend once again. I miss you as well. So, please terminate the contract as soon as possible."
Liam's pov;I couldn't sit still in my seat after seeing Bella rush out of the class. My mind was racing with questions such as, 'Why did she run out of class like that?' 'What happened to make her rush like that?' 'Where is she fleeing to?'"Do you know what happened?" Noah prodded me.Why does he believe I know everything there is to know about Bella?"No idea," I responded, shaking my head."Should we go after her to find out?" Noah wondered."Guys in the back bench, silent," Mr Brett yelled."Guys, what are you talking about?" Evelyn questioned as she turned to face us."Concerning the pursuit of Isabella. I believe she is in trouble. Anyway, we're off. Will you accompany us?" Noah responded."Don't you see we're right in the middle of class?""Let's go, bro," Noah said as he turned to face me.Evelyn inquired of Sophia, "Liam and Noah are on the hunt for Bella. Should we also go meet her?"Mr Brett yelled at us before Sophia responded, "Back row students! Silence!""Sir, I need to
Jenny's pov;"Did you obtain all of the names for the group show?" Chris inquired while I was reviewing the participant list."I did that.""Okay. Don't forget to give it to the secretary.""Got it!"Chris left once I handed him the name list."Jenny!"My name was called. I turned to look at the person whose cute voice I had heard. Yuyang is one of my piano pupils in the class where I'm learning the instrument. I, too, am a student. Because I am a senior in piano, the teacher entrusted me with several second and third graders.I got down to her level and inquired, "What exactly are you doing here? Aren't you supposed to be practising for the dance performance?""However, because the teacher did not show up for class, others sent me to get you.""Okay, I'll be there in a minute. First and foremost, get to your class."She nodded and bolted out.Because today is the music event, I was also appointed to supervise the dance performance of the second and third graders.I went to the soloist
Ava Devlin's pov;I noticed Isabella alone as I was watching the soloist performance event. I approached her and tapped on her shoulder."Ms Devlin?" She inquired.I took a glance around and asked her, "Where have your pals gone? Why are you standing here by yourself?""Noah is practising in court, Sophia and Evelyn took leave, and Liam was probably around here somewhere.""Does that imply you have nothing to do right now?""Kinda...""Then assist me with this. Because your niece has yet to arrive, could you please contact your brother and inquire as to when she will arrive?""All right."She took a step away from me and dialled a phone number. I believe she is calling her brother.After a while, she approached me, and I asked her, "What did he say?""He said he'd be there soon, Ms Devlin.""I appreciate your assistance."I went backstage before the event started and talked with the participants about the event and encouraged them. As one of the event organisers, I am in charge of cert