William Johnson
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"Enjoy your night." Asher's brows rose, rendered speechless by the way Cosette clapped back at him. And yet, she was smiling so innocently. More than annoying, it was amusing for him. Now, there was no reason to doubt the reputation Cosette had in the academy. "Already did." He smiled back, shrugging. "It was a great talk and I hope it's not the last." "Definitely." Cosette waved mildly, holding his gaze before he turned on his heel and went on his way. She fought the urge to make a face long enough…-
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Cosette excused herself from the room to breathe some fresh night air. Her injury wasn't that painful, unlike Sarah's. So, her steps were uncomfortable but weren't painful. She had bumped into a few girls that were right beside their room and talked to them for a bit before she went to the pool. No one was in the pool. Everyone was either tired from the trip, while those who didn't come were resting or just doing whatever the hell they could do. Cosette sat down on one of the lounge chairs, reclining…
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"What makes you think... you don't?" "What did she mean by that?" Maxen closed his eyes, covering them with his arm. Right after Cosette said those words, their classmates just decided to show up on the bus. Thus, they didn't have the time to talk about it. They traveled in silence, and he didn't have the courage to continue as his classmates rallied around Cosette when they noticed her hand and knees. Now, here he was, in his room, thinking about her words that kept ringing in his ear in a…
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"Thanks." Cosette smiled at Maxen after cleaning her wounded palm and dressing it up. After their minor accident, the two of them returned to the bus. Everyone was still out there, so it was just the two of them. Fortunately, there was a nearby pharmacy and Maxen simply ran to buy the things he needed for her grazes. He let out a quiet sigh and glanced up at her. "I can't take my eyes off of you even for a second." "You make it sound like it's my fault." "I didn't mean it that way." "I know." Cosette…
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The itinerary was to visit monumental spots, temples, and attractions around the city. Unlike where the secluded Quinn family vacation home was located, the city was totally different. Cosette and their classmates toured with enthusiasm, while Maxen was the only person who dragged his feet. Cosette and Maxen's dilemma was slowly set aside as time passed by. And thus, they didn't discuss it and the trip with the company of their classmates got things off of their heads. When they almost went to the last…
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Cosette didn't forget the reason she went to the dining hall before the suggestive interaction with Maxen. However, it was too awkward to stay in the same place as him when someone came in. Of all people, Asher had to come, but in a way, she was thankful it was Asher and not Luke. That would be a huge problem. So Cosette stopped a staff on her way back and asked her to bring some food to their room nicely. Much to her surprise, the servant knew her name. Cosette was a little embarrassed to ask this favor,…
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"I don't think we're still too distant compared to how close we got last night." "What — what are you saying now?" Cosette took a peek at Maxen for a moment before averting her eyes. "You really don't remember?" "What's there to remember?" "Should I show you and see if you remember?" "What!?" Her eyes dilated as she looked back at him in horror. Cosette held her breath for a moment, realizing how close her face was to him. 'Beautiful,' was what came into her head instantly, staring into his eyes.…
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Cosette closed her eyes and drew a breath, letting the water sprinkle on her face. She planted her hand on the tiled wall, standing relaxed, highlighting the curves of her body under the steam filling the entire shower. 'I think I lost my mind last night,' she lamented internally, rubbing her hands through her hair. She then lowered her head, opening her eyes. "I'm really crazy," she mumbled to herself, sighing and closing her eyes once more. "Misbehave? Seriously? I don't know what got into me. Did I…
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When morning came, most of them were grunting, complaining about their headaches. Others were hungry and thirsty. While some weren't fully sober yet, still feeling groggy from all that drinking they weren't used to last night. "Ugh... Mommy... I'm dying..." Fay groaned, crawling on her bed. "I'm dying..." "That's what you get..." Sarah bit her tongue when she glanced at the bed next to Fay. "My head hurts..." Amie was sobbing with no tears, dragging the pillow over her face to cover her eyes. "... I…
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"... you hadn't seen me misbehave." Maxen looked at Cosette in a daze as she still got the energy to flash him an innocent smile. His brain could barely function with the softness of her lips lingering on his. What did just happen? Cosette let out a faint sigh and pursed her lips. "Reevaluate me." She snapped her fingers in front of him to bring him back from his trance. "Good night, Max." She kept her smile and waved faintly before opening the door behind her. As soon as she closed the door, Cosette…
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