Chapter 10: Undeniably Fond

No matter how much I think about it, I’m being played for a fool.

I kept myself busy, but no matter how many people I interact with, the thought just won’t leave me alone.

It was finally lunch break and I was on my way to the cafeteria when someone tugged my arms by the fire exit.

“Let go! What do you want?” I pulled my arm from his grip

“Listen, It’s not what you think” Noah gave me a stern look in the eye

I rolled my eyes “Oh, now you can look me in the eye.”

“Tsk. At least let me explain first.” frustrated he put his palms at the back of his nape.

“She’s just an old friend messing around for attention. Believe me, she’s-” I shook my head, obviously not falling for it.

“You don’t have to explain anything to me, Noah. I’m not your girlfriend.” his brows furrowed.

“Everything from the beginning until now is as clear as day to me but I don’t plan on sticking around to be fooled for the third time.” I pushed him lightly and went back out.

The day went by faster than expected, but I di