“Yes, yes, whatever ...” said Natty lazily because she was used to Helena's sweet attitude when she got what she wanted.
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The morning at the Maxwells was unusual. Although usually, they talk at brunch, and the icy atmosphere that fills the room is also a common thing, this time the chill atmosphere is more piercing than usual. The silence felt more piercing as if a negative aura surrounded them. Even Diana and Gina also realized that something had happened where their mom and dad did not communicate with each other or see each other. Diana understands well that right now she can't say anything when her parents seem to be in a bad mood. But Gina didn't look to understand that at all, and she started asking why Alex wasn't coming to brunch and it made her mom look straight at her dad with a fierce, angry face.
“We, go first ...” said Diana, who pulled Gina away because she knew that Gina had hit a point that she shouldn't have reached.
Often we measure happiness by something big that might make us feel better than others. We think a luxury, great rank, top position and money can guarantee our happiness. But not so. Happiness is more than that because happiness is not determined by the material but by the heart. Happiness includes many things, even the smallest things like sunny weather and love songs can be happiness. Not big things like diamond rings, expensive brand-new bags or popularity like idols. My happiness is just something small, something enough to make me smile all time. My little joy is being able to stay aside the people I care for and see them smile. *** The day went on as natural. The air was gentle, the leaves swaying in the wind. The art class was started, this time Natty and her classmates were in the paint room and sat in a surrounding with canvas and painting tools in front of each of them. As expected, Helena was asked to sit in the middle of
“Just shut up, you are just a coward pretending to be someone strong. I'm sure the girl who gave you love letters that make you jump like a monkey must have had an eye problem, or maybe she's gone crazy. There's no way someone can admire a boy like you. “ Said Natty. Natty's words were sharp and made Drake run out of patience. Drake was eager to vent his anger, but he held it back an left. Natty always has a a plan to provoke his anger, as if they are two sides that repel each other and will never merge. Yes, they are like true enemies who will always be enemies.Natty then swung to Helena with a caring look. She knew very well that Drake's words had hurt her friend's feelings. Helena has liked Alex for a long time, and she has done many things to get her attention, but Alex never saw her. But now Alex even twisted his attention to a girl who had just arrived out of nowhere.Natty wanted to cheer up her friend, but she was not the type to easily put words of comfort to
Alex was happy to see Ruby's face look at his sketch in awe. Like smoke swept by the wind, his irritation evaporated and vanished just by hearing Ruby praise his portrait. Seeing Ruby's smiling face and admiring the painting he gave Alex happiness. Maybe that's love, makes your mood change fast. You can get irritated and jealous for minor reasons but also pleased for small reasons. Happiness doesn't always need big things if we've fallen in love. Even little things can make us happy all time long. Like Alex, who keeps smiling all day long just because Ruby praises him. *** The breeze blew and blew strands of Natty's straight brown hair. Her bright brown eyes were reading a novel while listening to music through the earphones that stuck to her ears. She also sat under a shady tree in the school garden. She was ready with her basketball shirt because she was supposed to be practicing basketball right now with the school team, but her practice schedule w
But Natty was just fooling herself. Helena only considers her a friend because her love belongs to Alex. Even if Alex already has someone else in his heart, it is still impossible for her to get Helena's attention because Natty knows Helena is a homophobic. “You're not going to that club right? I feel a little bad about the way she looks at you. It would be wrong for her to like her students, but to love her girls ?! That's so disgusting, she's the worst person in the world! Promise me you won't join that club again. “ Replied Helena with her exaggerated attitude in expressing her frustration. it is complex for Natty to hear the words of Helena who hates sexual perversion. The words that Helena spoke kept stabbing her because Natty felt as if everything Helena mentioned was for her. It is very painful for Natty to imagine what if Helena later found out about her true self? The truth about her who likes Helena, maybe the friendship
“Why did you come home so late today?” asked Mr. Collin “I was doing group work with my friends, so I came home late.” Drake said lazily. “Since when did you get home long ago because of group assignments? You're not that skillful, let alone studying. Come on, just be honest with me ... you have a girlfriend right? “ Mr. Collin asked, gasping Drake. Drake's cheeks turned red, and he started embarrassing himself. “ What? I told you I was just doing group assignments earlier. “ Replied Drake who wanted to get out of his dad's excitement, but he was already on the radar of his dad's suspicions and still couldn't escape it. “Come on, later you have to introduce it to me. Take her home and just go on a date at home. “ Replied Mr. Collin with a meaningful smile. Drake became indeed more embarrassed and his cheeks changed very red. Drake who always acted at that time changed i
“It's okay, just eat again. Oh, how can you be this skinny just by leaving for a few days ... “said Greta as she pulled Alex towards the dining table. Even though Alex refuses and says he has eaten, but it doesn't affect his mother at all. Alex can see and feel how his mom cares for him, indeed he is a little too much in showing his affection, but it makes Alex felt adored. Alex also glanced at his dad who remained standing on the edge while staring at him. His father went on silent saying nothing. He looks cold, but actually, he keeps all his joy because Eddie is not someone who can express his feelings. He just stood still, watching how his wife and children ate together with joy. Eddie kept quietly hiding his happiness, I don't know what he thought, so he couldn't show how happy he was and hid his smile. Maybe the figure of a good dad in his mind has a different image, or maybe he just has a little of pride to show it. Eddie then lef
Youth is a time when we are very passionate about everything. We are excited to discover ourselves and find the path we want to choose in the future. The moment where we can go on anything and don't even hesitate to pick up risks. if it's about loved.We will care for with all our hearts and can do anything about it. It doesn't matter if it's right or wrong, we will keep going because for us what we feel is always right. Nothing can stop us from doing whatever we felt like, including to choose someone we love. Because youth is the peak of glory where we are ready to standalone.***Dawn came back as usual. The orange rays of the sun shone, the sound of birds chirping and the morning dew that still covered the leaves and flower petals in the hospital garden. Ruby was sitting on a park bench with her head leaning back and closing her eyes, enjoying the sunshine that greeted her body.“vitamin D ...” Ruby muttered with a big smile.“What are you doing here?” Her dad aske
Natty raised her face, dried her wet face with a handkerchief from her pocket, and then turned her gaze to Mrs. Gale. She didn't know why her art teacher was so interested in her. He was even more confused when her said something as if her knew what she was feeling. Natty's eyes trembled as she tried to deny her feelings.“ What do you mean? I don't understand at all. I have to go ... “said Natty, trying to run away from her art teacher. But Gale says something that stifles her steps.“I know very well how you felt about that person you call a friend. I'm not playing around when I say a painting can convey emotions. Everything you think is visible in your painting. “ Mrs. Gale's talks made Natty stop walkingNatty was silent for a moment. She didn't see how to respond to her teacher's words. It feels like all the secrets she keeps have all been exposed. She was confused and panicked because her teacher had touched the deepest limits of her hear