Chapter 030

VIENNA'S POV The picture-taking was over and we all sat down. Still, I was next to Sebastian. I've been annoyed since earlier, I think Brother Dim planned this. "The first activity you will do is you will dance any kind of nursery rhymes. This time no music-related. You will just dance as partners, I and Sheene will take care of the song you will sing related to the topic. I will give you 30 minutes to prepare then by 10 am we will start," explained Brother Dim. What are we going to dance for? I don't know how to dance. The others also started to discuss but the two of us just sat here. "Are you thinking of anything?" I asked and turned to him. "Maybe you know the watermelon dance?" I stopped myself from laughing because of his suggestion. "Yes I know that but the steppings are basic and common to everyone. I suggest that we change the dance but I'm not into dancing, let's just try," I replied, he nodded. So we started to change the stepping of the dance. He didn't suggest even one, I was the only one who think even though I'm not a professional dancer. He was listening to what I was saying but he didn't dance with me. "Look at the others, they are done, we're the only ones who haven't finished yet. You'll dance or I'll report you to Brother Dim," I told him angrily. He stood up and came next to me. He already started dancing and you know what he is worse than me. I burst out laughing, I couldn't help myself. I just laughed like this now but it's a good thing we're a bit far from everyone and no one can hear my laugh. He stopped dancing and looked at me badly, I stopped laughing. But I can't stop it, I turned around and calmed myself. Inhale .. exhale! Vienna focus! "That's why I don't want to dance," he said suddenly. "I'm sorry Sebastian, don't worry you're not alone later, we'll both be embarrassed," I replied and he immediately smiled which surprised me. Not a single woman has ever seen Sebastian smile. Everyone knew him as an introvert, rugged, mysterious, quiet, and especially stingy for a smile. But now, I have witnessed his smile which everyone wanted to see. "You're not stingy for a smile, keep it up! That will adds handsome points." Huh? Is it still me? I almost slapped myself. Why did I tell him that? My goodness! Is this me? Vienna is not like this, I am not like this! The first activity had started and laughter filled the area because of the dance of Patrick and his partner. They both can't dance, their feet are all left. Everyone just laughed, it seems like all the members of the Music Club don't know how to dance. "Who's next? Who are the last partners?" Brother Dim asked and everyone pointed at us. The two of us got up again and went to the center. "What are you going to dance for?" Sister Sheene asked while smiling. "Watermelon dance," Sebastian replied. Everyone applauded, but I held back my laughter. "So let's start, in 3..2..1 watermelon, watermelon." That's when we both started dancing. Everyone laughed again, but Sebastian was just serious. While I was dancing, I also just laughed because of Sebastian who didn't even care about his surroundings. "Save the best for last, anyways good job everyone, and applaud yourselves." Everyone applauded after Brother Dim said that and Sebastian and I sat down again. I turned to him but he was just looking ahead. I couldn't help but smile as I looked at him. Michelle is right, he is not showy in his feelings so sometimes everyone misinterprets his behavior. "We are done with our first activity, now we will eat first. The club has prepared food for all of you and Sebastian donated two menus. Thank you Seb for the food," said s Sister Sheene. I didn't expect that, Sebastian is kind and generous. "Everyone, get some food and don't get too full because we will have more games later," said Brother Dim. The others stood up but I remained seated. I'm hungry but I don't want to huddle in the middle. Sebastian stood up and went in Gian's direction. I just got up to go out, I just wanted to get some air. "Hey Vienna, haven't you eaten yet? Do you want me to get you some food?" Bryan asked as I was leaving the club. "Don't worry Bryan thank you, I'll go out first," I replied and went out. I immediately sat down on a long chair and looked around. It seems like almost all the students are busy with their clubs. I opened my phone, I smiled when I saw a text that pop-up from Aunt Georgina. From: Aunt Georgina Hi sweetie, how are you? I try to call you but it seems that you're busy. By the way, we miss you, sweetie. I hope you can visit us here. Call me if you're not busy okay? I love you. She is just my step mom but she treats me as her daughter. I hope to see her soon and also my dear little brother, Gavin. After my Dad was buried, I came home to the Philippines so I was not able to visit them in the US. "Vienna..." I turned around when I heard Sebastian's voice. He was carrying two paper plates with food. He handed me one but I was still hesitant to take it. "I'm going in but thank you for this," I said and he sat down next to me. "You're the only one who hasn't eaten yet so I took you food," he replied. "Are we going to eat here? There's a chair inside," I said, he shook his head in response. I noticed that many people were already looking at us here even though he had just arrived. "I'm not comfortable in there, but if you want to eat inside, it's okay." "All right, just here, so you have someone with you," I replied and he looked at me but it didn't take long. Why did I suddenly become kind to the person next to me now? We also started eating, now I just realize what food I'm eating. It was just carbonara, I looked at him but he just continued eating his food. "I cooked that," he suddenly said which surprised me. "You know how to cook," I said in disbelief. "Yes, I inherited it from dad and I cooked that for a peace offering, for you." Then he looked at me. I couldn't help it, my eyes were deliberately staring at him. I can't understand him anymore, he made an effort to cook it for me. Is he also the one who cooked the green curry he gave me? I just ate, I just let him look at me. But there's someone who suddenly came, Liezel and her friends. "It's surprising to see you guys eating together," Liezel said when the three of them came in Sebastian's direction. "Of course, you have the same club," she added. "Both of you are close right away? Have you forgotten the war, Vienna?" Mae's said. They're getting on my nerves! Tsk! But I don't want to start a fight with them. "Anyway, why would you get angry at that face? I feel you Vienna, I'm like that too but I'm not that person who angrily and embarrasses people." I stood up because of what Liezel said but Sebastian held me by the arm. He stood up and faced Liezel seriously. He slowly let go of my arm and glared at the three women in front of us. "You three left before my eyes got dark and maybe what else can I do to the both of you," he said seriously. "Why are you talking to this woman? Then you're still on her side," Liezel said angrily. I clasped my hand, I wanted to hit her but Sebastian stopped me. "You don't like women, do you? Because of your- .." I was surprised by what happened next. Sebastian slapped the paper plate he was holding with food on Liezel's face. Many saw what he did and many were surprised especially me. Why did he do that? Liezel cried and her two friends joined her. But I was still looking at Sebastian, and his jaw tightening in anger. "By the time you mention that again, that's not all will you take," he coldly said and left immediately. But after a minute I followed Sebastian, I don't know why I did it but I think he needs someone to talk to. Every time he passed, everyone was looking at him but he kept walking and I just followed. "Sebastian wait .. Sebastian," I called to him but he didn't seem to hear anything. "Sebastian, stop! Please stop," I shouted. My foot hurts and we are a bit far from the Music Club. We were close to the garden but he still didn't stop. I stopped, bent down, and clung to my knees. I lose some air there! What is it about what Liezel said that made Sebastian suddenly angry? I straightened up but I was surprised because he was already in front of me and looking at me. But to my surprise, he was crying and his eyes were red. I was surprised again the next he did, he hugged me tightly. Many saw what he did, but I just ignored it. I just hug him back--he needs me now. No matter what the people will think about what they saw, I don't care anymore.