Merrily
~Merrily~
Merrily
Push aside your thoughts, Merrily. It's your first day of school, and you need to be presentable in order for them to like you.
Name: Merrily
Age: ???
Gender: Male
Likes: Drawing, writing, sleeping
Dislikes: Himself
Merrily
I placed both my index fingers at the corners of my mouth and pulled it upwards.
Silence filled the bathroom, the only sound clearly heard was the sound of the broken faucet dripping onto the old bath tub.
Merrily
"I hate my smile."
Author
WARNING!
This chat story contains extremely depressing materials. No rape, no hard-core things.
Just sadness.
Not for the faint-hearted.
Merrily
I turned my back against the mirror and glanced down at my pet cat rubbing its soft fur against my body. It seemed as though it's worried about something...
Merrily
It continued purring and gently caressing my leg with its paw. I smiled and picked it up.
Merrily
"What are you worried about?"
I chuckled and rubbed my face against his nose, his long whiskers gently scraping my cheeks.
Merrily
I placed Mr. Gut down and exited the bathroom. I changed into my school uniform and looked at myself in the mirror
Merrily
I noticed my belly popping out ever so slightly.
Author
Hi guys! This story is about people struggling about loneliness, insecurity, isolation, and more importantly, depression.
I urge you guys to comment and support my work!
This story is inspired by yours truly. In other words—my personal experience.
Don't worry, I'll make it as though the ending is acceptable for everyone. I want to have a happy ending too, even if it's not in real life, and just inside my phone.
Zed?
Merrily
As I took my first step inside the classroom, I felt my classmates' eyes boring a hole through my soul. Everyone was quiet, and my eyes wandered at two girls gossiping and looking at me.
Merrily
I looked down and made my way towards an empty seat at the corner of the classroom. I glanced down at my outfit—wondering if I looked okay or not.
A woman who looked to be in her late twenties entered the classroom with a bag drooping down her back. Her gaze was fierce and she looked extremely intimidating.
"Everyone present?" An authoritative voice echoed throughout the classroom as the woman spoke.
No one uttered a word. No one dared to confirm her words.
Daniz
"Speak or I will mark everyone here absent."
"Yes, ma'am. I checked the attendance sheet, and it appeared as though everyone is present." A confident male voice spoke.
Merrily
I turned my head towards the source of the voice and saw a boy my age who was wearing glasses. He looked handsome.
Daniz
"Zed, correct? Thank you."
Name: Zed
Age: ???
Likes: Peace, grades, solace
Dislikes: Annoying people
Name: Daniz
Age: 28
Likes: Her students, cooperative people, gentleness
Dislikes: Slow people, annoying students
Daniz
"Let us start this day with us introducing ourselves. I am the vice-principal of this school, Daniz De Castilla, temporarily acting as a teaching principal as a substitute to your teacher who couldn't come because of personal reasons."
Merrily
I nodded and wrote down her name on my notebook. The ink smudged against my hand, making me sigh. I grabbed my handkerchief from my pocket and wiped my finger.
Merrily
When I looked up, I saw Ms. Daniz glaring at me with eyes that could kill. It made me freeze and look away.
Daniz
"You there. Introduce yourself."
Merrily
I gulped down my uneasiness and made my way towards the center of the classroom. I smiled softly, thinking back to my practice in the bathroom.
Merrily
"My name is Merrily, age 13, and I aspire to become a psychologist one day."
Daniz
"... Good. Go back to your seat."
Merrily
I nodded and did as she said. My classmates' eyes were staring at me the whole time, and I felt as though they were judging every breath and movement I make.
Merrily
As I sat back down, I felt my hands tremble and cold sweat dribble down my forehead. I really am not used to this.
Zed
"Name's Zed, 13, and I wish to become an architect."
After saying that, Zed made his way back to his seat. The rest of the class followed into introducing themselves one by one, each having unique dreams they wish to become one day.
And just like that, the first day went by in a flash.
Social Butterfly
Merrily
Three months into the school year and everyone seemed to fit together like a perfect puzzle. Every crook and corner I look, resides a person laughing heartily with their friends.
Merrily
It made me feel a bit jealous, really. The only friend I have is Mr. Gut, my cat.
Merrily
As I was sitting in my seat, pondering about myself, I felt a hand tap my shoulder. It's the president.
Gian
"Hey, Merrily." Gian's voice was deep and concise, like someone who was asserting dominance.
Merrily
I still find it hard to believe that someone could be so confident and so attractive. Why can't I be like that?
"Yes, pres?" I responded, looking up to Gian with distant eyes.
Gian
"You're tasked to collect our contribution for this year's math fest. Is that okay?"
Merrily
Oh, right. I was elected as the business manager of our section against my free will. How funny.
"Understood." I nodded and returned to looking out the window.
Gian extended his hand to reach out for Merrily, but he stopped. He seemed hesitant about something. He just sighed and turned away from Merrily, now exiting the classroom.
The sound of birds chirping and distant chattering filled the campus. Even birds here come in pairs and groups, and they can fly freely without having to worry about anything.
Merrily
I reached my hand out towards the window, my eyes glued to the pair of birds on a wire. I'm so envious of them. I can't help but wonder—when will I find someone like that?
Merrily
Suddenly, a fifty dollar bill dropped in front of me along with a hand slamming against the wooden desk. I looked up and saw Zed.
Merrily
He's as attractive as ever.
Merrily shook his thoughts away and kept the bill. He took out his wallet and dug through his money, but a large hand grasped his hand and stopped him.
Merrily
Weird. Zed never smiles. Not complaining, though, he looks much more attractive like this.
Merrily
"... Okay." I pushed his hand away and zipped up my wallet.
Zed
I turned my back against Merrily and made my way towards the door. Before leaving, I took one quick glance at him. I noticed how the sun shone at his face, highlighting all his features. His deep, brown eyes seemed to be perfectly round marbles that contained both misfortunes and fortunes of the world. His acne only served to make Merrily more attractive.
Zed
But what amused me the most was how he behaves. He was a social butterfly, making new friends here and there, but he always manages to wind up all alone in the classroom, with his eyes filled with nothing but loneliness. The way he stares off far into the distance and admire birds make me sad.
Zed
Nonetheless, he's cute.
Zed sighed to himself and left the classroom, leaving Zian all by himself once again.
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