? CHAPTER 18 ?
Sebastian smiled putting Fabiola down.
“You’re creating a scene Sugar.” He said ruffling her hair.
“Stop that you’re gonna mess it up!” Fabiola yelled hitting his hand off. She brought out her small mirror from her bag, using it to arrange her hair.
Natasha walked up to them slowly. She was trying her best to act normal.
“Hey.” She smiled at Sebastian.
“Baby, this is my friend Tasha!” Fabiola said excitedly.
“Friend? You just got here and you’re already making friends?” Sebastian frowned.
“Actually, I’m her chaperone.” Natasha muttered.
“Of course you’re my friend. I like you already.” Fabiola smiled at her.
“Take good care of my sister Natasha.” Sebastian smiled, putting his arm around Fabiola’s shoulder.
Natasha looked up immediately.
“Sister!” She said in shock.
“Yes he’s my annoying big brother.” Fabiola winked at her.
Sebastian frowned, pinching her on the shoulder.
“Ouch! what was that for?” Fabiola winced.
“I actually thought….oh I’m sorry.” Natasha gave an awkward smile.
“Have you been assigned a hostel?” Sebastian asked.
“Actually there’s a problem with that.” Fabiola sighed.
“What?” Seb and Tasha said at the same time.
“Principle Donald said the Hive block is being renovated and currently there are no free room in the other girls hostel. I might have to come from home.” She sighed carrying a long face.
“You can stay at my room if you like. My roommate didn’t return after last semester and I feel lonely sometimes.” Natasha smiled at her.
‘Since she couldn’t get to Seb directly, maybe she can if his sister persuade him. Seeing how much he cares about her, he might just change his mind if she could get close to his sister and make her convince Seb to actually date her.’ Natasha smiled harder at that thought.
“Really! Oh Tasha you’re a life saver!” Fabiola yelled jumping and clapping her hands like an eight year old.
“Are you hungry?” Sebastian asked Fabiola and she nodded, pouting her lips.
“Lets go then.” He said grabbing her hand and pulling her closer to himself.
“So overprotective.” She muttered, following him. She turned around to see Natasha standing at the same spot.
“Come on, aren’t you hungry? Come join us.” She smiled and Natasha looked at Sebastian.
“It’s fine you can come along.” He smiled and she happily followed them.
Ivory frowned as she watched the trio. She’s in her car and she’s been watching them ever since. She didn’t know Sebastian had a girlfriend and she felt angry seeing her getting all mushy on him.
‘What is wrong with you Ivory. He’s not your type. Don’t do this to yourself or you might get hurt.’ her subconscious mind said to her.
“I don’t like him so no need to worry.” She said out loud.
‘Then why is your heart beating so fast? You are f_cking angry over what just happened.’ It said again.
“Wh@ťěver!” She yelled hitting the wheel. She removed the gear from park, putting it on drive and drove off to the FAMICS apartment.
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Sebastian took his sister to the cafeteria as he couldn’t afford taking her to any fast food outside the school.
“Wow! This place is really spacious. Look how large the cafeteria is!” Fabiola awed the place. Her eyes landed at the food counter and her mouth dropped open.
“And look at all these food.” She muttered not wanting to draw too much attention.
She turned to Sebastian.
“It’s free right?” She raised her brow and he smiled, remembering he asked the same question to Natasha when he first got here.
“Yes it’s free.” He replied and she snatched her hand from his hold, going straight to the counter. She picked up a tray and began loading it with Spaghetti Tacos and potato chips.
“Is she gonna finish all that?” Natasha widened her eyes.
Sebastian chuckled. He had almost forgotten his sister is a foodie.
“You wanna bet?” He said to Natasha though he kept his gaze on Fabiola.
“Wow, that’s….wow.” Natasha couldn’t form an accurate word. Faby would be the first lady she’s seen with such an appetite.
Fabiola looked at her filed up tray with a satisfied smile. She turned towards the seats to find a comfortable and more secluded place to eat them all. She noticed a bench at the far end of the cafeteria and smiled.
“Baby, I want to eat over there.” She said moving towards the direction and he nodded, following her when she stopped and turned back.
“In private please.” She rolled her eyes.
Sebastian sighed. He was trying his best not to show his worry of her presence here. Thankfully no one knows she actually enrolled but from tomorrow, she’s surely going to be announced and those jerks might spray paint her as well.
Fabiola might act all jovial and though but she easily gets hurt over small matters and she’s a cry baby to make matters worse.
“Are you okay?” Natasha asked as she noticed he’s deep in thoughts.
“Please do keep an eye on my sister. I don’t want her getting hurt.” Sebastian said with a serious tone.
“You can trust me on that one. I already like her. She’s a really sweet and lovable person.” Natasha smiled. Aside wanting to use her to get to Sebastian, she actually found Fabiola interesting. A character indeed.
“Baby, come come. Come try this.” Fabiola called while trying to swallow the mouthful of chips and Tacos she had forced into her mouth.
Sebastian brought out his phone, taking a picture of her before walking up to her.
Natasha decided to give them space. She isn’t really hungry, she just wanted to come along so she decided to leave.
On her way out, she bumped into Shaun and he was about going on but she grabbed his hand.
“Shaun please stop avoiding me. I really miss you, a lot.” She said pouting her lips.
“I’m not avoiding you. I just need some space to clear-”
“Your head I know.” Natasha said before he could complete his statement.
“Haven’t had enough space already? I’m really lonely these days.”
Shaun sighed, running his finger through his thick black hair.
“I already told you I don’t want us to be friends anymore. I like you, a lot and if you only want to be friends with me, I think it’s best I stay away. I’m hurting Natasha and I can’t be around while you chase after that Sebastian guy.” Shaun said, entering the cafeteria even before she could say anything else.
Natasha bit her lips really hard that she cut herself.
“Ouch.” She winced, licking the little blood that came out of it off.
“I’m really sorry Shaun.” She muttered, walking away.
Shaun got into the cafeteria, walking to the counter. He picked up a tray and put in little amount of Spaghetti Tacos and potato. He loved the combination and ate it more often that he ate other food here.
He turned around to take a seat when his eyes landed on Fabiola. She feeding Seb the same Chips and Tacos.
He smiled at the look on Sebastian’s face. He looked like an eight year old being forced to eat by his bossy mom.
“Cute.” He muttered before taking a seat at another end.
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MODALE SPECIAL HEALTH CARE
Fiona yawned, opening her sleepy eyes. Her phone buzzed, waking her up. She brought it out of her bag and saw it’s a text message from Anna.
*Guess what!!*
She frowned, tapping on the keyboard to send her reply.
“I was sleeping you know! What is it this time?” She clicked send and after a minute, Anna sent another message.
*Who cares if you’re sleeping. Anyways, our international quiz is coming up in two weeks and we are going to Canada this time.*
Fiona widened her eyes when she saw it.
She immediately typed back.
“What!! I thought this happens at the middle of every semester? And when is the qualification exams coming up?”
After a minute again Anna replied.
*It’s next week. Are you coming?*
Fiona sighed. She had agreed to stay with Swayer for the week and she didn’t think Swayer would be able to study within these seven days.
“I will have to speak with Swayer first. Thanks for the Intel.” She clicked send and dropped her phone. Swayer too is asleep.
Mrs Marshall had gone to house to prepare food for them as they haven’t eaten all morning and Logan, well she doesn’t know where he went.
She closed her eyes, trying to fall back asleep and after a while, she did.
**
CAMILA’S HOME.
Camila knocked on the door again, holding a tray of food.
“Chrystal baby please come out. You need to eat or people might think I’m not giving you food.” Camila pleaded. Chrystal had locked herself up in her room since she arrived. She rather stay here than see that woman’s face. She looks nothing like her thankfully.
She took after her dad in everything except character.
Yes she won’t deny she takes after her mother’s nonchalant and arrogant behavior but that’s the only thing making her believe this woman is actually her mother.
“I don’t want your food.” Chrystal muttered hoping she would hear her as she didn’t have any strength to shout. The truth is she’s starving. She had messaged her dad about three hours ago that she wanted him to come see her and bring her lunch but he’s yet to arrive.
If he takes any longer, she might actually just eat Camila’s food. It’s not like the food is poisoned or anything, she’s just trying to frustrate her to the brim so she would send her back to live with her dad.
“Chrystal stop being stubborn and come out already!” Camila yelled this time.
The doorbell rang and even before Camila could turn her head, Chrystal opened the door and rushed downstairs in a speed of light, hoping it’s her father.
The moment she opened the door she exhaled.
“Daddy.” She said hugging him. She almost fainted out of hunger but thank god her superman is here.
“I got your message.” He said waving a brown takeout bag at her. She welcomed him in, taking the bag from him.
Camila came down with the food still in her hand and frowned upon seeing Brian.
“Did you tell her to starve herself just for you to bring her food?.” She asked glaring at him.
“You don’t need to answer that dad.” Chrystal said before Brian could say anything.
She tore the take out bag, unwrapping the chocolate sprinkles donut and devouring it at once. She closed her eyes, savoring the mouth watering taste.
Brian smiled watching her eat so fast. He brought out a can of orang juice he had in his coat, placing it on the table.
“You’re the best dad.” Chrystal smiled taking the can and opening it immediately.
‘Maybe I shouldn’t try this food pattern again. Dad may not come on time next time and I don’t want to pass out because of hunger.’ She said to herself as she emptied the content of the can into her mouth.
Camila sighed sadly, leaving the living room with the tray of food.
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TBC