Fate moved swiftly towards Zypher like a snake chasing its prey. Zypher tried to dodge but Fate was too fast and caught him in her embrace as they both fell down to the ground.
,,You're quite quick aren't you Fate"
Zypher didn't mind the extra wait on top of him, he only didn't like that it was Fate.
,,I have to be. How else would I be able to catch my prey" Her eyes were the ones of a hunter.
-This bitch.
,,Tell me fate. What did I do to deserve your presence near me again? Did you get bored of your last school and decided to taunt me again?"
,,Taunt? That's quite a strong word you know. I just wanted to see my favorite person again. Is it a problem?" The last question was told while her puppy eyes and cutesy face was on.
,,It's not the action which is a problem. You're the problem." Zypher didn't look angry nor did he look happy.
,,I know silly. I have always been your biggest problem remember? Ever since we were little we were inseparable." Her eyes glowed at the memories of that time filled her mind.
Zypher tried to sit up but couldn't as Fate deliberately pushed him down.
,,Do we need to be in this position? It's quite unfitting for a roadside place." He started pushing her away from him with more power.
She traced the jawline of Zypher with her right index finger and then continued to hold and explore Zyphers face.
,,You're so cute when you're worked up you know"
He shivered at her statement and then with one powerful push he pushed her away from him and then stood up.
,,You're cuter when you're away from me. As far away as possible."
He extends his hand and helps her stand up. She immediately clings onto his arm and even though Zypher tries to push her away again it's useless. She had completely occupied his right arm.
,,Where are we goinggg" Fate asked with a curious tone and while looking around the streets.
,,I'm going home. You should too."
,,Go to your home?! Yeassss"
Zypher slaps her face gently but with enough power to make her feel the pain for a bit longer.
,,Go to your own place dummy. If I see you following me again I might not be in a good mood." He flicked her forehead with his index finger and then finally managed to push her away through a weak spot.
,,Meanie" She sounded annoyed but her expression said anything but that. It was filled with satisfaction and mirth.
,,Fineee I'll go. But don't get it wrong Zyphie, we'll meet again. Very soon"
She formed a heart with her fingers before disappearing into the shadows.
-She's going to cause me trouble isn't she.
He sighed out loud.
————————————————————
,,What the hell are you doing?!" Leon pushed Zoe as far back as he could.
-I got to remain my composure. Don't let yourself get fooled by some girls again Leon. Get your shit together.
he slapped himself and then jolted more energized than before.
He quick stood up from the bench and after being a quite good amount of distance away from her he decided to speak again.
,,I don't know what your deal is but I can tell it's not to flirt with me or whatever you just did." He looked at her with a straight face
,,Ugh you just had to ruin it Leon. We had a good time didn't we? What if I actually just wanted to hang out with you when j saw you at this bench?" Her expression remained the same as before. Streaming with confidence and reassurance.
,,You're full of shit. I may not be the most social successful person but even I can tell the difference between fiction and reality."
He took a few steps back and then turned away from her.
,,I don't want to see you again Zoe. Try that again and I won't just tell my opinion." He walked away having said the last word, something that someone like Zoe hated to death.
She licked her lips with excitement growing in her eyes.
-Such a cocky and confident subject. He may have an even greater potential then I had initially thought.
She layed down on the bench. She didn't want to close her eyes so Zoe looked up at the slowly darkening sky. A view that no one else could experience.
-You'll see Leon Obrain I will make you fall in love with me. And when you finally think your life is getting better I'll destroy it again and make you live your life in an endless state of misery.
She had always been like this. Enjoying things others didn't. See saw the misery of others as her own fortune. She hadn't realized just how mentally ill she had become.
————————————————————
The streets empty, the wind whistling into his ear. Zypher continued to walk the way home.
His eyes widened when he saw Marcus on the roadside just barely moving straight.
He hated Marcus with every fiber of his guts but still decided that the right thing to do would be to help.
Zypher grabbed one of Marcus's arms and helped him get a steady stance on the ground.
,,Ohh it's you…Zypher" Marcus sounded defeated and very tired.
Zypher didn't answer. He just wanted to get this over with as quickly as possible.
,,I'm…I'm sorry Zypher. I did something I shouldn't have done…Please forgive me."
,,You're apologizing to the wrong person. Have you not learned anything? Why would I need your useless apology. You didn't make fun of me did you. You did of Leon so you should apologize to him."
Marcus looked down on the ground. It was difficult enough for him to even just admit defeat and now he should apologize to Leon?! Quite a hard decision for him.
,,…okay. I will apologize to Leon the next time I see him. I …promise"
He couldn't bring himself to look at Zyphers face.
,,That's the correct thing to do." This was all Zypher wanted to hear and everything Leon deserved.
,,I actually have a question for you Marcus. I'm pretty certain that you'll be the perfect person to ask for guidance."
Marcus looked intrigued at the thought.
,,Elaborate please."
,,You see I have a problem and I want to get rid of my problem. Sadly my problem isn't easy to get rid of. What would be the most effective and secret solution I could use?"
Marcus thought long and hard and then answered:
,,It's very simple actually. You can't beat the problem. No matter what you do it won't go away. Instead I would advise you to think differently. Instead of trying to get rid of it, try to make use of it. Sometimes Problems are Solutions in disguise."
Marcus's words hit hard.
-Why didn't I think of that?
,,Thank you Marcus. You really helped me out."
————————————————————
During Sunday Zypher stayed home and studied for some upcoming exams. He thought about getting a part time job but then dismissed the idea for now.
At Monday he went to the same early train as always. Lately it was common for Saphina to also take the early train with him so it didn't feel as lonely anymore.
,,How was your weekend?" She seemed genuinely curious.
,,It was fine. Just met up with old friends. How was your weekend?"
Zypher was also curious to find out what Saphina does during her fee time.
,,I was at a concert with my family and nothing else special happened." She told energetic but also a bit sad about the second part.
Arriving at school they sat down to their assigned seats and waited for Mr Myers who was unusual late today.
,,Sorry class for being late. But I had to go to the secretary real quick since you will be getting a new transfer student today. Come inside and introduce yourself."
Mr Myers lead the girl into the room.
,,Nice to meet everyone. My name is Fate and I'll be your classmate from now on."
She turned to Mr Myers.
,,Uhm sir I already have a friend in this class. Would it be okay if I were to sit next to him?"
The teacher nodded.
Fate walked to the back of the classroom and took a desk and chair which she placed neatly right next to Zypher.
,,Hiii , missed me ?" She was grinning from ear to ear seeing Zyphers angry expression.
She sat down on her seat and pulled Zyphers chair closer to herself. She then rested her head on his shoulder as the class watched in awe.
Zypher looked around the classroom and then he saw Saphinas reaction. It was a mixture of anger and something else, something he couldn't quite grasp.
-I just can't escape Fate can I