Chapter 47: Dog Food

Zoe glared menacingly at the two people, sitting just a few seats away from her. She was furious that Erick did not even spare a glance in her direction. She had dressed extra pretty that day because she remembered that she has the same class as Erick, after lunch. She had worn her favourite red shirt and black jean shorts. She had even styled her hair into luscious curls, framing her attractive face. She even put on her makeup, though not too much. Just giving the appearance of a natural look.

But it still did not manage to grab Erick's attention.

She gripped her pen so hard, it nearly broke into half in her hand.

One of her friends, Keiley, who sat next to her, frowned when she saw the look on Zoe's face. She leaned closer to Zoe, hissing urgently, "Zoe, what's up with you?"

Zoe immediately shook herself out of her thoughts and said softly, "Nothing." She gave her friend a weak smile.

Keiley glanced at the grinning Erick and the slightly annoyed Amber and turned back again. "Is it because Erick is sitting there with that girl?"

Hearing the fact that Erick had chosen… no, demanded to sit near another girl, instead of her caused Zoe to bite her lips that she nearly drew blood. She gritted her teeth instead. She then took a deep breath and said with another forced smile, "Of course not. He can choose to sit wherever he wants to."

"But you got to admit that he's getting hotter each day," Keiley sighed dreamily as she took another glance at Erick. "Too bad he hardly accepts any dates these days."

Zoe rolled her eyes. "He only dated you once." 'Don't make it sound as if you've been dating him for years,' she fumed silently.

"And too bad, it wasn't enough until you conquer him," Keiley complained, pouting.

Zoe smirked, looking proud. Yes, after that, Erick did date her for quite awhile. Even though he did date other girls when he was with her but in the end, he returned back to her.

She then frowned as she stole a glance at Erick. But now, why doesn't he want to date her? It's been months since he last went out with her. One time she had asked him out, he rejected her outright.

Zoe gritted her teeth. 'I will get him back sooner or later,' she vowed vehemently in her heart.

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When it was their turn to present, Amber immediately turned around in her seat and gestured for him to stand up.

Erick saw this and just cocked an eyebrow.

Her eyes widened and she continued to point at him with her chin, telling him without words to get up.

He just smiled, thinking how cute she looked, pouting and glaring. It made him want to tease her more. So, he pretended to be oblivious and continued to stare back at her with wide eyes, as well.

Amber gritted her teeth in frustration and reached over at him to give him a pinch on the arm. "Come on and present for us, doofus," she hissed furiously.

Amber felt it was better for Erick to present since he did most of the work. Not that she did not do a single thing but he did most of the corrections and even added some points which she did not think of. What was weird since Amber watched the movies more than thrice. She should at least understand more about the movie than Erick.

Thinking that she has enough teasing for the day… maybe, Erick stood up and began to talk and explain their findings. He talked about how Harry Potter was written in a way that it does not only affect the young readers but also, other age groups. He then continued to showcase his beautiful explanations of their findings that not only enraptured the other students in class but also Mrs. Evan.

Once he was done with his presentation, he soon was greeted by an applause, led by Mrs. Evan.

"Beautiful, Mr. Kendall," Mrs. Evan praised. "That was a beautiful context about the topic. I do hope the essay was also beautifully done?" she asked, ending her words with a question.

Erick gave her a wink and said, "Beautiful just like you, Mrs. Evan."

The teacher just rolled her eyes and frowned at him. But one could tell that she was pleased with the compliment by a slight blush on her cheeks.

Once everyone was done with their mini presentation, Mrs. Evan told the class to not forget to submit the essay during the next class.

Luckily for Erick and Amber, they have done with theirs. But it doesn't hurt to double check the essay. At least, that's what Amber said while Erick doesn't seem to care. But he does whatever Amber says because he would do anything to make her happy.

Hours later when school had ended, Amber was on her way to her locker to put her books inside for the next day. She was too lazy to bring them all back home. She will only bring those she needs to study.

When she arrived at her locker, she saw Erick leaning against her locker, talking with Hamish in front of him. He was laughing and nodding to what Hamish was saying, with his backpack on the floor, beside his feet. Hamish looked serious when he talked. It made her wonder what conversation were they talking about; serious or funny?

"Hey guys, what are you two doing here?" Amber greeted them.

Both guys turned; Hamish with a frown while Erick with a grin. These two were like a complete opposite. Again, it made her wonder how these two became great friends. It seems like the opposite does attract. With that thought, Amber giggled, thinking that they might have too much bromance.

Erick looked down at her with a confused smile, wondering why she was suddenly giggling. He did not mind, though, because she looked cute with her smile. Hamish, on the other hand, frowned deeper when he saw that she was giggling.

"What's so funny?" Hamish asked.

Amber just shook her head, still smiling. 'I bet that if I tell him what's in my thoughts, he would kill me,' she thought as she looked at Hamish.

Erick bent down to grab his backpack and hoisted up on his shoulder. He then said, "We're waiting for you. I'm sending you back home."

Amber turned to Erick in surprise and she then shook her head, waving her hands, 'no'. "It's alright. I can just walk. It's not really that far," she rejected.

Erick frowned. "No, I don't really mind sending you home." he then jerked a thumb over his shoulder to where Hamish was standing. "Just hope you don't mind Hamish joining us."

She frowned and shook her head again. "Why should I mind?" she interjected. "I mean, it's not as if we're---"

"We are. You're my girlfriend and I'm your boyfriend," Erick cut in, looking serious.

Amber sighed. "But I already told you…"

Erick suddenly grabbed her hands, rubbing the palm. "Please," he said softly. "Just give me… no, us, a chance, okay? I know I may come up as strong but…"

Amber sighed again but this time with a smile. "Alright."

In the background, Hamish rolled his eyes. "Why do I have to be pelted with dog food?" he mumbled.