Ryan had always been the male god of our campus.
With his top grades, athletic prowess, and good looks, he was the one all the girls dreamed about. His popularity was unmatched, and he had a fan club that seemed to grow by the day.
With his friendly smile and kind nature, Ryan made everyone feel important, whether they were friends or fans cheering him on.
Linda, however, was in a particularly irritable mood that day.
She had been distracted by troubling news about Ryan’s mother being a gambler.
She had seen firsthand the devastating effects gambling could have on families, and it made her worry for Ryan. The thought that he might be facing such challenges weighed heavily on her heart.
Yet, as she listened to her classmates discuss the tournament and praise Ryan, a flicker of comfort ignited within her.
In a school filled with uncertainty, Ryan remained a shining star.
Being associated with him made her feel more dignified, and she relished that feeling.
Sophia POV:
I sat quietly in the corner of the classroom, my nose buried in a book, choosing to ignore the excited chatter around me.
In the past, I would have been the first to organize a cheering squad for Ryan.
I had once been his number one fan, and now, reflecting on it, I found that behavior almost embarrassing.
“Did you hear? The club has a particularly handsome new starter this year. I wonder if he’ll come to the tournament,” someone said, their tone curious.
“Shouldn’t get your hopes up! I’ve heard he rarely shows up, and it’s tough to catch a glimpse of him,” another girl replied dismissively.
Just then, I noticed Ryan sitting at his desk, his brow furrowed.
His gaze turned towards me, a hint of annoyance etched on his face.
I could tell he was frustrated to see me absorbed in my book.
Did he really think I would come cheer him on after everything?
“Are you coming to the game this weekend?” Ryan asked as he approached my table, his voice tinged with impatience.
I didn’t look up, focusing instead on my book. “I’ll be there to watch,” I replied coolly. Not cheering for you, I thought, but kept that thought to myself.
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