I had two babies at my lunch table.

While Elliot was complaining about his boyfriend's change of attitude after he came out as gay, Fawn was complaining about Zyair not replying to her messages.

"We conversed last night, but suddenly he stopped replying, " She pouts, dipping her chicken in her sauce.

"Do you think I shouldn't have said I was gay?" Elliot asks, resting his head on his hands.

My mind drifts off to Gray and last night's event. He didn't come home, and he wasn't in school either. I knew he was fine when Zyair texted me, but I couldn't help but worry.

Last night proves the rumors about him being a Cager was true. He had killed a man without batting an eyelash, and I couldn't help but wonder the number of people he must have killed.

"You still haven't told me who you are dating, " Fawn raises a brow at Elliot.

"My boyfriend. I'm dating my boyfriend, " Elliot deadpans.

I snicker, and Fawn frowns, staring me down harshly.

"Okay, promise you won't tell anyone?" Elliot asked, and Fawn nodded her head like an excited child.

I narrowed my eyes at Fawn and shifted closer to her. I placed my hands in front of her face, ready to clasp her mouth if she screams.

"Aaron."

Fawn widens her eyes. "A-

I immediately place my hands over her mouth, muffling her words. She stares at me with her downturned cat-like eyes, letting me know she's calm.

I remove my hands slowly, and she wipes her lips with the back of her hand.

"Aaron?" She asks in a softer tone. "How long?"

"Six months, " Elliot replies, crunching lettuce.

"Six months?" She yells in a loud voice.

I wasn't able to cover her mouth because I didn't expect her to scream. A few people turn to stare at our table, and I stare them down.

"Wow, I think your boyfriend cheated on you with me, " Fawn furrows her brows, staring down at the table.

I broaden my eyes, wondering why she would say such a thing out loud.

Elliot shrugs and stares at her with a bored expression. "He's trying to hide his sexuality by constantly making out with girls."

Fawn's frown deepens. "Doesn't that make you mad?"

Elliot shrugs and runs a hand through his hair. "I'm fine as long as he doesn't make out with other guys."

He keeps saying he's fine, but the way he acts proves otherwise. I decide to ignore it because it's not my place to pry.

"But he's having sex with girls. Doesn't that bother you?" Fawn asks again.

For an A-plus student, she sure acts dumb sometimes.

"He said he's fine, " I reply to her in a harsh tone.

She looks at me with a pout and I shake my head. "Did Zyair tell you about his beach party?" I ask, trying to change the subject.

"I hear Ashley and Zoe talk about it sometimes. Apparently, he's been planning his 18th birthday bash for years, " Elliot snickers, his face lights up in remembrance.

Zyair took birthdays seriously. He takes note of everyone who wishes him a happy birthday and gets him gifts. He also throws some of the wildest parties every year.

"He mentioned something about his birthday being on Saturday, " Fawn scratches her hair.

"And he's probably going to throw another party, " I roll my eyes.

"What should I get him, " Fawn widens her eyes, looking from me to Elliot.

Why was she looking at me? I was terrible at giving gifts. I've been getting Zyair and Aaron the latest video games for their birthday every year. I wasn't the type to put much thought into birthday gifts.

When Ashley and I were still on speaking terms, I used to get her perfumes for her birthday.

"What did you get your boyfriend for his birthday?" Fawn taps Eliot's shoulder.

"A Rainbow colored robe, " He replies with a small smile.

"He says he feels stuck and unable to be himself in his house. He's too scared to come out to his parent. His eldest brother is married with two kids, while the second one is an athletic college student. There's no one for him to talk to, so I got him a rainbow-colored robe. To remind him of who he is, " He says nonchalantly.

I smile softly to myself. That had to be the cutest thing I've heard in a while. I didn't know their relationship held that much depth.

"Why a robe though?" Fawn asks.

"I couldn't exactly get him a rainbow-colored shirt. Not his style, " Elliot replies to her with a raised eyebrow, and she nodded her head.

"That's a very thoughtful gift, " I chuckle, and Elliot smirks.

"Well."

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Gray didn't come home yesterday either. I had gotten a text from Zyair, inviting me to his 18th birthday bash at his parent's beach house in New Jersey.

😜

While old people thought Lol meant lots of love, and young people meant laughing out loud, Zyair's Lol meant lots of Lust.

Fawn facetimed me to ask for my opinion on her bikinis. Since I couldn't drive, I was going to hitch a ride to the beach house with Fawn.

We had planned our entire day. Immediately after school, we'd go to the mall so she could get a gift for Zyair. Then we'd get lunch at Mc Donalds before heading to New Jersey.

As I walked towards my classroom, I could tell Zyair was in school today. I could literally hear his voice from two classrooms away.

I walked into the classroom and realize our teacher wasn't in yet. Zyair had the projector on and connected to his phone.

He was on the Amazon website, showing people what he does not want for his birthday.

Note my sarcasm.

His eyes lit up when he sees me. "Oh..Dove. Please join my presentation, " He ushers me to a chair.

I roll my eyes at him and scan the room until my eyes land on a certain dark brown hair bent next to her dark locks.

I scoff and sit. I couldn't believe I was worried about him. He's sitting with Amy, laughing over something that's probably not funny.

I plug in my AirPods and drain Zyair's voice, sinking myself into the intoxicating voice of H.E.R.

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After my last class of the day, I walk to Fawn's class so we could leave. We were in different classes for the last period.

I walk in and see her sitting next to Zyair.

"Hey, " I wave, and she gives a smile in return.

"Are you ready, " I ask, fiddling with my backpack.

I was super excited about our little girls' trip. It was the first time in a very long time that I'd be leaving New York.

"Err....about that, " She bites her lower lips nervously.

I furrowed my browns and frown. "Yeah?"

"Fawn's hitching a ride with me, " Zyair pipes, clutching Fawn's hand and giving it a little squeeze.

I narrow my eyes at Fawn, and she mouths a little sorry. I chuckle and act like it's no big deal.

"It's fine. I'll just drive with someone else, " I huff and wave my hands dismissively.

"Wanna drive with me?" Luca asks.

"You're coming with me, " Gray says at the same time.

Uhm...what?

The two guys turn to look at each other, and the entire class suddenly becomes unnecessarily quiet.

"I'll go with Eliot," I mutter and point a finger at Eliot who was engaged in a conversation with Lily.

"I believe I didn't stutter, Kelch, " Gray raises a brow and stands from his seat.

He grabs my hand and leads me out, leading to some eruption of cheers from our classmates.

"Do you have all you need?" He asks.

"My bag is in Fawn's car, I-

I am interrupted by someone who grabs my wrist and spins me around.

Luca glares at Gray and tilts his head. "Do you really believe it's a good idea for her to go with you?"

"That's none of your business."

"I saw you kill a man the other day, " Luca narrows his eyes devilishly.

Gray instantly lets go of my hand and his body tenses up. He scoffs and looks at Luca, his eyes bloodshot with anger.

"Like I said it's none of your business, " Gray clenches his fingers angrily.

By now, a lot of students are coming out of the classrooms, staring at us like we're some kind of experiment.

"It is. Who's to say you won't do the same to her, " Luca spits, an aggressive gleam to his eyes.

In a swift motion, Gray brings his hand up and punches Luca directly in the jaw. He grabs Luca's collar and slams him against a locker angrily.

"Don't talk about what you don't know, " He grits his teeth angrily.

A lot of people are gathered around us now and whispering to themselves excitedly. I scoff unable to comprehend how this was fun for them.

"Gray, please stop, " I whisper, walking closer to them.

"Why are you taking his side, " Luca yells angrily.

"I'm not taking sides. I just want you both to stop, " I yell, seeing as how my whisper didn't do much.

"Why are you yelling at me? He's the one who murd-

"Shut the fuc-

"Gray!" I cry, just before his fist made contact with Luca's face again.

He stops mid-air and looks at me with an unfathomable expression. "Please stop, " I curve my brows down in a plea.

His eyes roam around my face before he punches the locker next to Luca, leaving a small dent in the metal.

He lets go of Luca's shirt, his hand bruised and red from the punch as he walks away. I feel the tears sting in my eyes as I watched his disappearing back.

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