Avoiding

I heard cheering from the girls, delighted to listen to the announcement. Mr. Williams nodded his head then pointed to the seat that was not yet taken in front of me.

"Go sit beside Mr. Smith over there. You're a bit late with the class, so you need to catch up with the lessons."

"Yes, sir!" he saluted jokingly and then walked on his seat.

"Hey, Nathan! Glad you're in our class! Hey, listen, can I be on your team?" my classmate, Chris, begged him with pleading eyes.

Nathan winked, then made a thumbs up. "I got you, man! Let me tell my coach."

Chris was in tears when Nathan agreed. He muttered on his lips, 'you're my hero' or something, then suddenly fainted. I shook my head and just brought down my vision on the ground. He looks normal to me. Possibly my brain is deceiving me or something saying there’s a significant connection between Nathan and the man in my dreams that precisely looks like him. But perhaps, I’m just overthinking so I shook the thought away. I can still hear him talking to my other classmates and even hooking up with Natalie on a date. That was quick, which I murmured.

I yelped in surprise when the chair before me suddenly yanked towards my face. I heard snickers and cheers from my classmates. I gradually looked up to see Nathan raising a brow. I swallowed silently since his dim shaded gray sky eyes punctured my soul.

"Take it easy there, darling." he let out a sexy smirk then sat in front of me. Guys are now complimenting him because of what he did to me as if it's an achievement to shock me in fear.

I can still feel my heart beating so quickly. I looked at Nathan in front of me. He's grinning, snickering, and talking with my other classmates. He probably heard what I said earlier. That's why he threatened me. I let out a sigh. I should have remained quiet. Now he likely thinks I'm against him or something. It's not like that. I just do not find him very...okay, I despise him.

"Class dismissed."

I jerked up in my seat and went like the flash that vanished within the classroom for mere seconds. I don't need to associate myself with a man like Nathan. He's perilous. I have heard they are planning a party afterward. I 'tsk.' People these days are so into parties and alcohol as if that's the only reason you live. The following lesson went easily since Nathan was not around any longer. He's my only classmate in my first subject, which is Ethics. When the school chime rang, and lunch came, I knew I was in great danger again.

You see, the popular school cafeteria isn't truly my sort of place to hang out. Why? All students on this campus are assembled there. School varsity players, geeks, wolves in sheep's clothing, party people, club nerds, and the most noticeably awful, cheerleaders. Goodness, I have encountered them okay, and I can tell you that they are not the most delightful individuals you don't need to get included with yourself. I'm not exaggerating or making false rumors about cheerleaders. Or making a generalization that all cheerleaders are terrible, cruel, futile brats merely see in movies or perused in books. But this is reality, and those girls are the worst human creatures.

I saw them making fun of other students, humiliating other students, and degrading other students. I was once a victim. I shudder in fear when I remember that scene. After they pour my juice all over my head, I have dodged them ever since. I don't need dramatization in my life, thank you very much.

"Hey! Watch where you're going!"

Because I was so profoundly lost with my thoughts, I overlooked the other students I bumped with myself. Oh yeah, I remember I'm heading on the top floor of the building because that's where I eat my lunch. As I have said, I don't want to eat with dozens of other people in a noisy place. I like a calm atmosphere that eases my whole body.

Students pass next to me, walk down, and head to the cafeteria. Yeah, that's right, go to that irritating place. I hope no one is up there anymore when I get there. The building is tall and enormous, and I think it has eleven floors. I know it's a self-destructive mission but believe me on this one. Minutes passed, and I finally arrived at my destination. I nearly shouted in delight as I crawled on the floor. I remained there for more than five minutes. If I could kiss the floor, I would do it without a beat. Somehow, it's disgusting, so I jerk up and go on the railings to see what I really went here for.

The wind brushes off my skin when I look below. It's alarming, but it's calm and free from disturbance from others. I breathed in uproariously and discharged the air after. This is the life I'm searching for in this school, away from the topsy-turvy students. I put down my bag then opened it to get my lunch. It's salmon with fried rice and egg on top. It was truly yours.

I opened my mouth to take a full bite when I heard something.

"What the?" I thought I was the only one here since I'm always alone on this floor. Or maybe it's just the wind?

I shrugged it off and took a bite.

"Ohhh!"

I almost cough in surprise, but good thing I restrain myself. I punched my chest a little and listened to my recently heard sound. My heart suddenly pounds so loud. My hands are trembling, and my whole system is frozen on the spot. I know that sound.

"Faster! Ohhh.... ahhh! God! Yes honey, please more! I like it."

The voices were familiar to me, and I knew something was wrong on this floor. I stood up silently and walked towards the sounds. Even though I knew it was a bad idea, I didn't listen to my brain.

"Ahh! Natalie!"

My jaw was hanging wide open when I saw what was happening inside the classroom. From here, I can see Nathan's bareback and bare ass thrusting in and out from my classmate, Natalie, who is moaning like crazy and sweating. They are both making animalistic sounds as if they are hungry for each other's meat.

I drop my spoon on the ground then rush on the stairs. I didn't notice the tears streaming down my cheeks as I was running.

I AM not going to school anymore! I know I'm exaggerating but can you blame me for seeing something so hideous? I know I'm already a graduating student, twenty-one years old to be exact, but I'm still a virgin! Yes, I know I'm boring. In any case, I'm not naive enough to know almost all that 'stuff.'

Yesterday I was crying. I didn't go to my classes after what I saw. I was traumatized or something. I went directly to my apartment and straight to my room. I even had nightmares about it, the reason I have these massive dark circles beneath my eyes. I read books, and my intellect isn't as innocent as you think. But seeing it in real life is different, particularly since it's my first time. I should drink sacred water when I go out. I heaved out an overwhelming moan then looked at my mirror. I notice how quiet the place is. Since my guardians have passed on, I'm continuously living alone in this apartment I'm renting. It's not that my life is pitiful. I'm just-okay, it's painful.

But can you all blame me? Until this day, I'm still thinking about them. I sometimes see them in my dreams, and they let me know I should never give my virginity to a man who doesn't love me. I know it's just a dream, but I'm continuously holding on to what they tell me. Weird, I know. I also see them in some cases in my vision around this apartment, or I'm just frightening myself or hallucinating? I shrugged off my shoulders then decided to take a shower. My tuition fee is expensive, and I don't want to waste the money.

I remove all my clothes and open the shower. I looked up then felt the hot, steaming water rush down on my flesh. The moment I closed my eyes, I saw Nathan's ass pounding. I screamed, then slapped myself. I need to forget about it!

"Oh god..." I don't know who I should blame. Is it Nathan who trespassed my territory, which I know it’s not even mine to start with, or me who still took a peak even though I had an idea what was going on?

Minutes had passed, and I was done. I dried myself then wore my outfit. A shirt and pants are enough to make me comfortable. I'm not the old-fashioned type. I know how to dress appropriately. I just don't get the idea of going to school in voguish clothes. I probably need more confidence to wear my stylish outfits.

"D*mn, I'm late." I looked at my wall clock.

I hastily went to my things and packed my stuff. I surged down to my door and slammed it closed. I even heard my neighbors complaining because of the uproarious commotion, and I just said my apology while sprinting over the passage then downstairs. I jumped on the last remaining stairs, and I cried in surprise when I missed a step and landed on my butt.

"Aren't you the luckiest person this morning?" I saw my landlord on her chair while writing down notes on her pad.

"Good morning Mrs. Johnson." I helped myself to get up while caressing the pain in my butt. I grunted in pain then continued on my journey.

"Be careful, honey, and you might get yourself killed out there. Probably a killer will chase you, or a truck will run over you," she stated, and didn't even bother throwing a glance at me.

"Yes, Mrs. Johnson. Got that." I rolled my eyes then proceeded to go outside.

Great.

When I arrived at school, I began to run as fast as a cheetah. There are no more students outside since the class has already started. I know I don't have any more time, but I need to try and see it for myself. I looked at my phone. Okay, fantastic! It's past eleven in the morning. It's almost time for lunch. When I reached my destiny in a queue, the school bell rang. The entryway opened, and a wave of students withdrew from the classroom. I cussed beneath my breath. I missed my first subject.

"Yeah! Will catch up on you later, bro!"

A familiar voice rang in my ear. I gradually looked at the guy who nearly ruined my life. From here, I saw Nathan strolling with numerous folks next to him and girls following him. They are talking about partying again after school. I wheezed in astonish then looked at the ground, covering up my face so that he couldn't see me.

"Oh yeah, totally, dude! Let's hit Tyler's house this time."

I felt them walk past me at that point. I gradually lifted my head then looked at them subtly. I saw Nathan's broad back walking away. I let out a tremendous sigh of relief. Well, good thing he didn't notice me. I didn't know how to respond if ever he saw me and knew I caught him doing the thing with Natalie. I trembled in nauseating, then strolled straight to my following lesson.