Iris POV:

Ugh…

Iris!,” Susan exclaimed.

Susan!,” I mimicked her.

She rolled her eyes and walked out of the room with me, grumpily.

Woah, woah why are you wearing this crap,” I heard Aiden saying when we reached the hall.

Guys, look I am wearing a jacket and shoes, warming me enough,” I said, wide-eyed.

Principessa (princess) he left us with you so we have to look after you,” Liam said emotionlessly.

But I like this,” I mumbled, pouting.

I was wearing my old high waist wide leg jeans, an old white plain shirt, and a red cardigan by Ace.

I look like a worker from a factory or garage.

Fine, but if you get cold make sure to tell the dickhead you’re the reason not us,” Alex grumbled.

What did Ace tell them that they fear him like this?

Hudson and I sat inside the car and left for the hell. University.

It was 7:35 in the morning and I was going to cry.

I hate crowds. That’s why my dad put in an online university but gosh, Ace wants me to kill him.

Hudson was the one who signed my admission form so he’s my guardian.

If I misbehave, the university will call him.

If I bunked or slept in class they would call him. I hate this.

Earth to you, Iris,” Hudson shook my shoulders taking me out of my thoughts.

I sighed and pouted.

Please,” I begged.

Nada. Not gonna work so get your ass out and behave like a normal teenage girl,” he said, sternly.

I got out and saw the biggest university I have seen in my life. Damn.

Hudson grabbed my wrist, delicately dragging me inside. Grumpily.

You’re worse than Aiden sometimes,” he mumbled, adjusting his posture.

I looked around in shock. Students talking, reading, and laughing everywhere.

They all looked like fresh coconut. White and bright.

Then we started to walk inside the hallways where people were staring at Hudson in shock.

People recognize you here,” I asked, curiously

I am a rich businessman so I think they all do,” he whispered and maintained a cold face.

I nodded, understandingly.

But some girls were staring at me in confusion.

Then we stopped in front of a door and Hudson looked at me, sighing.

Look, Iris, it’s the Principal’s room, so wait here,” he said and went inside.

I sit on the waiting bench outside the room.

Fewer students are roaming around here. I mean of course it’s the principal room.

I miss Ace. He left at 5 in the morning.

“I love you, Mini. Wait for me” His words rang inside my ears.

I hope this one month goes by fast.

What if he falls in love with someone else there?

He will not break my trust again, right?

Hudson came outside and I stood up.

I told him you’re my long lost sister so just pretend like that,” he said, troubled.

But I am your sister, you said,” I said, smiling.

He looked at me for a few seconds and looked away, bothered.

Felix will pick up at 5 in the evening,” he said, looking at his watch.

So, be safe and study hard and make friends,” he said, uneasily.

I hugged and patted his back, comfortingly.

It’s okay,” I said. He looked nervous.

He chuckled and released a shaky breath.

I backed away, worryingly.

Here’s your schedule,” he said when we reached a corridor.

Your first class is History,” He said and pointed towards a room.

I nod, sadly.

He started to walk away.

Yah! You should walk me to the class,” I said, exaggerating.

Well, you have to do it, yourself. Don’t be afraid. Everyone will adore you here,” he said and left.

I left tears blurring my eyes.

Gosh, I never went to a class alone on my first day without my dad or mom.

It’s okay, it’s okay, it’s okay.

I took a big and deep breath and went inside to see.

FREAKING HELL, AAAAHHH!

Cool Iris, cool.

Every single student’s eyes were on me.

You must be the new student,” the teacher said, smiling.

I bowed and greeted him.

Why don’t you introduce yourself, we still have 2 minutes left to start the class,” he said, encouragingly.

Umm… My name is Iris and I am a new student,” I said and looked at my teacher.

Ok,” he said, chuckling.

Students, I hope you will help and encourage her in everything,” he said and told me to sit somewhere.

My palms were sweaty and my legs were trembling.

Thank god, I wore jeans today.

But every seat was full except one.

I sighed and walked toward it.

It was in the middle row and 3rd column. I could hear the students whisper.

“She looks so timid and short”

“I like her dress”

“I heard she’s a spoiled brat”

“She’s cute”

Spoiled brat. What the hell? They don’t even know me.

Everyone looked at me frowning and shocked when I sat down on the bench.

I hate people.

I took out a copy and pen and looked ahead.

Then the class started. It was boring.

The whole time I played with the pen because who likes history?

But I heard every single word the teacher said.

THUD. I flinched when the door opened forcefully.

I saw a boy and a girl looking like they fell from heaven.

They looked so expensive.

The girl sat in front of some girls and the boy was walking... Oh boy.

He stood beside my bench and looked at me, furiously.

Hii,” I waved my hand at him, awkwardly.

He grumbled and sat beside me, not before he glared at me dangerously.

I gulped and looked ahead.

It felt like hours when the class ended.

My eyes were closing very slowly, students were packing their things and talking. Home. I miss my bed.

I yawned and rubbed my eyes.

When I looked at my schedule it looked bizarre.

I looked at it wide-eyed. What language is this?

Oh! Ohhh! I was holding the paper upside down. Stupid.

I smacked my head and held the schedule properly. Next was English poetry.

My phone buzzed and I picked it up.

Hello,” I said, grumpily.

How was your class,” Leo asked.

Leo, I will do every single work but please take me home. I don’t wanna be here,” I cried out, desperately.

He groaned and cut the call.

I looked at the phone, glaring. I will take my revenge for this.

Suddenly a finger snapped in front of me and I saw the expensive girl looking at me. Ufff.. she’s really beautiful. Expensively beautiful.

You’re so…,” I said, involuntarily looking at her up and down.

Terrifyingly beautiful,” I finished.

She looked at me, smirking.

I know, but get lost you scumbag,” she said, her accent so thick.

I frowned and nodded.

Her accent was thick but it was confusing too.

She looked at me and raised her eyebrow.

I stood up and was ready to leave from this awkward situation.

Excuse me, brother, side please,” I murmured.

He looked at me from up to down, scanning, and stood up, towering over me.

Then they both left, looking at me.

Is this the situation where I will be bullied in university?

Very peculiar.

I started to walk towards my next class, I asked some teachers to help me.

English class was kind of lengthy but interesting.

Then I went to the cafeteria which was crowded like a fish market.

I turned around and started to roam around, exploring the hell.

It was big though. People stared at me but I just ignored them and looked around.

Maybe no one wants to be friends with me here.

Then I find myself lost in some corridor. Creepy.

No one was here, just me and some murmuring sounds.

AAAH,”

I screamed when my phone rang.

I groaned and picked it up. Don’t be a coward, Iris.

Hello,” I said, gulping.

Hey, how were your classes, are you okay,” Hudson asked.

I am fine, this university is so big, I am exploring it,” I said, enthusiastically.

Ok, just don’t be alone somewhere,” he said.

Ok, why didn’t they give me warnings before?

I am standing alone in some corridor.

Did you eat something,” he asked.

No, the cafeteria was so crowded,” I said, munching chips.

Ok, did you eat somewhere else,” he asked.

Yes, I am eating chips,” I said, walking god knows where.

Ok, then bye, study hard,” he said and hung up.

I put my phone inside my pocket and licked my fingers, cleanly. Yummy.

I stopped when I heard someone clearing their throat.

It was the expensive boy, leaning on the wall.

Hello, can you tell me what this place is,” I said, eating my chips.

New student,” his thick deep voice tickled my skin.

I nod and gulp my chips.

Can you stop eating, the sound you’re making irritates me,” He growled.

I smiled evilly. I love this game.

I put more chips inside my mouth and munched loudly.

He snatched my chips away, furiously and started to walk away.

I laughed and jogged behind him.

Ok, I am sorry,” I said, giggling.

But he was just walking, fast.

I grabbed his arm, stopping him.

Now, you’re stealing my chips,” I said, breathing heavily.

He looked at me, emotionlessly.

I made a munching sound, irritating him more.

He smiled, just a little.

The bell rang loudly. Oh, classes I forgot completely.

Excuse me, can you tell me where this class is,” I said, showing him my schedule.

But he started to walk forward with my paper in his hand. The hell!

Expensive boy, if you don’t wanna tell me, it’s okay but my paper,” I asked, strolling behind him.

I nudged his forearm but boy, this man doesn’t bother to acknowledge me.

Suddenly he stopped in front of a class.

Oh! This was my class. Freak.

Thank you, I… am sorry for... Umm..,” I searched for words.

Welcome,” he said and left.

Ok. Then let’s get over this and run out of this hell.

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Ugh… Finally,

I ran out of the corridors happily.

It was 5:10 and I was standing in front of the exit waiting for Felix.

I feel so giggity. Ace left a message that he would call me at night. Can’t wait.

Then I saw Felix’s car in front of the exit, people were staring at the expensive car.

FELIX!,” I screamed when I saw him searching for me, waving my hand, excitedly.

He palmed his face and drove towards me.

Felix,” I said, giggling.

Sh.. why are you screaming,” he said, standing outside of the car.

I thought you didn’t see me,” I said, smiling wide.

He chuckled and shook his head.

I hugged and bounced.

Is Aiden home,” I asked.

Yep, he is waiting for you EAGERLY,” he said, ruffling my ponytail.

I backed away and swirled.

I feel so good after leaving this hell,” I said, sighing happily.

He opened the door and I got in not before bowing to him.

Respecting elders is important.

Then I saw the expensive boy looking at me, coldly.

I waved at him, smiling

Then Felix drives like a racer to the mansion.

After 15 minutes we arrived home and I jumped out of the car.

I entered the house and saw no one.

I frowned and ran towards Aiden when I saw him.

I hugged him tight and bounced together.

Finally, get freshen up and I could teach you how to play video games,” he said, bouncing with me.

OK,” I said and went to my room, hurriedly.

I freshen up and run down the stairs, wearing my pajama and mickey top.

Aiden and I sat in the hall and started to play video games.

Minutes turned into hours and we played and played.

Iris,” I heard Hudson’s gentle voice beside me.

Yes,” I said, my eyes fixed on the screen.

Dinner’s ready,” he said, taking the controller away from me, gently.

Yah!,” Aiden screamed when the screen got black.

Grow up Aiden,” Liam murmured and walked away.

I stood up and started to walk toward the dining hall.

We all sat down and every single one looked at me.

Yummy! Fried rice, spaghetti, and meatballs.

So, how was your first day,” Susan asked.

Hmm.. boring, not bad,” I said.

Did someone bully you,” Liam asked.

No,” I said.

I saw a beautiful girl though, like fell from heaven,” I said, giggling.

Hmm. sounds like I should visit your university one day,” Felix said, chuckling.

Everyone rolled their eyes.

Did you study something,” Alex asked.

Maybe... Yeah, I did even if I don’t like it, I want to make my man proud,” I said, smiling wide.

Then everyone finished their food.

Alex made me repeat whatever I read today in classes and then I slept like a sloth.

At 9 o’clock at night.

I didn’t even talk to Ace.

Studying exhausts me.