EPISODE 2: THE SECRET

I Trembled, not knowing what to say. I could only nod silently. After receiving the answer he needed, Vins relaxed his body. Continuing to smile naturally as if nothing had happened, he gently took my hand, pulled me out and continued to introduce me to the last areas. It seemed like my mind was completely panicked. Obediently following Vins, trying to show that I was listening to him introduce the school I was attending. And finally, after nearly 30 minutes of walking, Vins took me to my class, telling me to be polite to the teacher and try to find new friends, expand my relationships. Realizing that I was about to be separated from Vins, I happily nodded and hurriedly walked into the classroom. But before I entered the classroom, Vins lightly touched my shoulder. Once again, Vins warned me in a gentle tone that felt fake, making my heart skip a beat: "I'm counting on you, don't let me down. I trust you, Miss Xanthia."

I swallowed, my heart heavy. I dragged my heavy steps into the classroom, my mind filled with Vins's warning. I quietly looked around the classroom. In the classroom, everyone was looking at me, they probably didn't know I was a new transfer student. Seeing a familiar figure in the corner of the classroom, I squinted to see more clearly. The more I looked, the more I vaguely realized that it was Terza. I was both happy and had a strange feeling. The feeling was similar to when I met Vins. Terza, who was looking at the scenery outside the window, finally looked at the classroom door. Seeing me, Terza was startled, stiffened for a moment, then happily ran towards me. She was in a hurry and her speed was also quite fast, so when she ran towards me, hugged me, I lost my balance and fell backwards. Although it was quite painful and a bit dizzy, when I saw Terza's happy face, I suddenly felt warm... a warm feeling, very familiar, but I didn't know where that feeling came from. Then, my classmates started to approach me, helped me up and introduced themselves. I didn't know what to say, shyly hiding behind Terza. She seemed to understand what I meant, and said to everyone: "Hey everyone, this is the new transfer student, her name is Xanthia, the most knowledgeable student, if there's anything, please help Xanthia!". Terza's tone was gentle, very pleasant to listen to, so everyone listened to her. Terza slowly turned her head towards me, smiling lovely. Then she led me to my seat, I sat next to Terza so I felt very secure. Looking around the class, I saw everyone talking animatedly, everyone's attitude towards Terza was also very polite: "Everyone respects Terza too much, huh?" I thought to myself. I was about to stand up and talk to everyone when the teacher pulled the door open and walked in. I could only sit down and stay silent. When the teacher walked in, the teacher introduced me to everyone again, then reviewed the old lesson so I could catch up with my friends. The class was very quiet, everyone was very focused, so I felt extremely comfortable. And so the class gradually passed, and in the blink of an eye, it was time for self-study.

Because I was in such a hurry this morning, I forgot to bring my chemistry book. I looked around, then looked at Terza. She was lying on the table. Perhaps, after the last few classes, she was exhausted. I took out a box of cold banana milk from my bag and put it on her face. Feeling the cold air blowing on her face, she raised her head to look at me with a puzzled look. Seeing her haggard look, I burst out laughing, pushed the box of banana milk into her hand, and said happily: "I see you're so tired, I'll give you this box of banana milk. Drink it to keep your strength for the next class and try to study hard!" Terza was stunned for a moment, then smiled warmly, took the box of milk and drank it all in one gulp. I chuckled, Terza also looked at me. We both burst out laughing, then together we moved to the next class. When it was time to leave, I happily said goodbye to Terza and picked up my bag to leave. But unfortunately, I had to go to the bathroom while walking in the middle of the hallway. I quickly ran to the bathroom and stayed there until the evening. After going to the bathroom, I comfortably went out and moved down to the first floor lobby. When passing by the stairs on the third floor, I heard two familiar voices: "Isn't that Terza and Vins's voice? Why are those two together?" Without thinking much, I quietly moved closer to the two of them and began to listen to their conversation.

-[ Vins ] Are you crazy Terza? We both know who she is, why do you want to approach her? Don't you think it's too dangerous?

-[ Terza ] You're the crazy one here, if you knew how dangerous she was, why did you act so threateningly? Instead, we can make a good impression on her, isn't that a safer option?

-[ Vins ] Tsk.. you don't understand anything !!

-[ Terza ] // angry // don't understand? How can i not understand? Do you think I'm an idiot? Do you know that-

// Vins covered Terza's mouth with his hand //

- [ Vins ] shh, there's a mouse watching us.

- [Xanthia ]:??!! *damn..*

After hearing what Vins said, I immediately stood up, ran out of the emergency exit and returned home. Surprisingly, they didn't follow me. After returning home, I hurriedly ate, did my homework, and took a shower. Then, I lay on the bed, continuing to think about what happened today and the conversation between Vins and Terza: "What are those two people talking about? Are they lovers? Or are they brothers? Oh no... who are those two referring to? Could it be me?" Thinking about what Terza said, I suddenly realized that they might be talking about me. Vins had warned and forced me, and Terza had also approached me. I came to the conclusion that the person they were referring to might be me. Because of thinking too much, plus the comfort after bathing, I gradually fell asleep with my thoughts in turmoil. Well..tomorrow is going to be a long day..

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