I couldn’t help but sneer, my voice dripping with sarcasm as I spoke, “Apologize? Are you sure you didn’t provoke me first last time?”
Eric, with a confused expression, blinked at me. “What did I provoke you for?”
Rolling my eyes, I replied sharply, “You said I was adopted by an old man. Who else would I scold if not you?”
Eric shifted uncomfortably but shrugged as if trying to defend himself. “Everyone else said that…”
I crossed my arms, glaring at him. “So if everyone else says you’re a fool, does that make you one too?”
Eric’s brow furrowed, and he leaned forward, his voice wary. “Who says that?”
It was almost funny how serious he looked. This guy really wasn’t the brightest bulb in the box. His heart might not be bad, but he was definitely a bit of a dork. His naivety made it hard to stay mad at him for too long.
Before I could reply, Eric straightened up, puffing his chest out like he was about to say something important. “Last time, you asked about my name. Does that mean you’re interested in me?”
I nearly choked on the air. “Interested? In you?” I raised an eyebrow. “You’re so self-absorbed. Don’t worry, Eric, I won’t waste a glance your way.”
But he was undeterred, a goofy grin spreading across his face. “Well, who do you think is more handsome, me or Ryan?”
Ah, the comparison to Ryan. Ryan was the so-called “school heartthrob,” popular and envied by all. But the fact that Eric was even entertaining the idea of being in the same league as Ryan was almost too much.
I let out a short laugh. “What, are you interested in him?”
Eric’s grin faltered, clearly taken aback. “… I meant to ask if I have a chance! Anyway, you liked him so much before. How about you give me a shot instead?”
He grinned again, this time more confidently, and to my shock, he lifted his shirt slightly, revealing a set of defined abs, clearly hoping to impress.
Eric’s body wasn’t bad, to be honest. His muscles were toned, his skin lightly tanned, and his physique was athletic, showing off the hard work he put in during gym class and whatever sports he played. His abs were neatly sculpted, the kind of physique that could easily draw gasps from girls. He had that lean build, a swimmer’s body, maybe, and his confidence with showing it off was obvious.
The girl standing next to me let out an audible gasp. “Wow! That’s amazing!” she exclaimed.
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