Seventy Four

Ellie came out of the bathroom already clad in her pajamas. Without sparing Elsa a glance, she collapsed on the bed gazed at the ceiling for some time before trailing it down to the door. “Tomorrow, please be good to me.” She prayed and slowly closed her eyes.

**Next Morning**

Jake woke up earlier than Jayson who was still snoring on the bed. He picked his well-ironed uniform; a white shirt which had a barge of Shining Stars High on it, deep blue jacket and a pair of deep blue trousers. He went into the bathroom and came out some minutes later with a towel hanging dangerously low on his waist. At this time, Jayson already woke up and was sitting down. He looked up and saw Jake wearing his clothes already as he dropped his lotion. “Good morning.” He muttered and stood up to have his own bath. Jake pretended not to have heard and continued wearing his clothes.

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Jake tied the last lace of his sneakers and bounced up in enthusiasm. Jayson already wore his clothes and prepared. Jake