Chapter 2

Ray and Rome just stared at each other. Rome can hear the thumping of his heart. Ray then suddenly started to laugh and Rome joined him, unsure why Ray was laughing. But somehow he found this situation funny, he thought it was like those cliched novels, and also he wantedd to ignore his heart that was frantically beating and reminding him that he loved the guy infront of him and the kiss although accidental was something he cherished.

After a minute or two when their laughter came to an halt, Ray teased,"Wow Rome your lips are so soft."

Rome can feel the heat rising up to his cheeks but he ignored it again, he knew his friend was just fooling around and he shouldn't take this to heart. He chuckled and teased back,"Look who is talking~"

Ray was going to say something, something to retort back but he couldn't when the bell rang loudly and interrupting him, he clicked his tongue,"We didn't even get the chance to dry our clothes." Rome took notice of his wetshirt and hummed in response,"Yeah..let's go back before the class starts."

They both walked towards the classroom in silence. When they arrived infront of the classroom, a teacher was standing in front of them.

It was Miss Doris. She had a chubby body, curly hair that were turning grey, her spectacles on her nose, giving her a very strict vibe. She will be teaching English to them. Miss Doris is know for her strict personality and her punishment. Not even a single student dares to defy her in this whole school.

Miss Doris had her hands folded against her chest with her fingers ticking on her arm, a clear look of annoyance on her face,"Hello Boys~"

Ray and Rome felt a chill down their spine. Even though she said it in a sweet voice, but they both could feel the coldness and they messsed up. They both bowed their head a bit and said in unison,"Good morning miss.

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Miss Doris let out a scoff,"It won't be good for a long time."

Ray raised his head,"Pardon miss?"

Miss Doris took a step forward,"Do you know what bell it was?"

Now Rome too lifted his head,"Um...Miss it was the bell indicating the break is over."

Miss Doris let out another scoff,"So you do know. And do you know how many times it has rung?"

Ray looked at Rome and said,"It was second time."

Miss Doris glared at Ray, she was getting annoyed,"Uh huh. And yet you didn't come back in the class. Don't you know the rule that every student must be present in the class after the first bell has rang."

Ray blurted out,"I knew it Miss."

Miss Doris's nose flared as she barely contained her anger in, these boys dare to come late and were now even giving her back answers, this was something she has always hated, students who think they are too good,"And yet you came so late. Also why are your clothes so wet? Did you play with water? What are you 5?"

Ray was going to retort but then Rome held the hem of his sleeve,"Sorry Miss."

Miss Doris smiled in satisfaction, She is also a type of a person who likes when people obey her,"Very well. However you both will be punished to write the rules of this school 100 times so as you guys don't make mistakes in future. And I want it by tomorrow morning."

Ray and Rome asked in disbelief,"Tomorrow Morning? 100 times?"

Rome said in horror,"Miss It will take forever to complete."

Miss Doris took another step forward,"You will be able to finish it if you start writing right away."

Ray and Rome nodded in defeat, knowing if they say something back to her who knows what she will do. Miss Doris took a step back,"Also Fix your clothes right now."

Ray and Rome started fixing their uniforms. Ray helped Rome to fix his tie.

Seeing two boys helping each other fix their clothes and being so close to each other was something Miss Doris has seen first time in her life and she was shocked to see it, she was also disgusted but she didn't show it.

After they were done, Miss Doris cleared her throat,"If you are done, then pick up your stationary and go to library to write the rules. You are not allowed to sit in my lecture until you submit your punishment."

Ray and Rome again said in Unison"Yes Miss."

Miss Doris turned her heels and entered the Classroom.

The boys followed after her.

As soon as they entered, Ray heard a few snickering and he glared in the direction of the voice. It was the boys who were responsible for all of this mess.

Miss Doris stood infront of the black board,"Silence!"

She then looked at Ray and Rome,"You both hurry up and get out. Don't waste my time anymore."

They both hurriedly picked up their bags and ran out of the classroom.

After they were out of the classroom and in the corridor, they slowed their pace. Rome clicked his tongue,"What a bad day."

Ray looked at his friend and asked,"What's so bad about this day?'

Rome stopped and looked at Ray in disbelief,"Are you kidding me? We both fell for that stupid people's trick, got all wet and because of that we were late and now we have to write those rules 100 times."

Ray gave him a soft smile,"Chill. We will finish that rule in no time." His smile turned mischievous,"And also because of that trick I could feel your soft lips."

Rome once again could feel his cheeks burning, he seriously wanted to punch that grinning face, he wanted to tell Ray that it was not something funny to him, he loved him and if Ray continued being like this, he wouldn't be able to control himself, however every word died down in his throat,"You-You...I won't talk to you"

Ray chuckled, he wanted to tease Rome more but he knew if he did, Rome would be seriously angry and he won't talk to him and this was something he couldn't bare,"Fine Fine I won't tease you. Don't get angry~"

Rome walked forward with full speed after mumbling,"You better not!"

Ray followed him with a small laugh,"Wait up for me!"