Chapter 7: Chapter 7

Snow is that kind of person who’s really vain that I bet even the under of her shoes are flawless. She’s being hated by a lot but if I am being honest, she’s really beautiful. She’s got a red hair, milky skin, towering height that enunciates the curves on her body. She could actually pass as a model.

When she was already near me, it also happens that she’s also done with what she is doing. I faked a smile when our eyes met.

“Hi, Arya,” she greeted me all smiles that looks very fake it made me wince.

“Hello, Snow,” I greeted back in the same tone making sure she knows that I am also faking it just like her. She just smirked at that then continue walking.

When I looked around, let it be girls or boys, everyone’s eyes are on her. Every boy in this school obviously wants to bang her. Even Rennan. However, when my twin brother noticed her personality, he changed his mind.

I just resumed walking as well. After all, I do not want to be dubbed as a fan of that Snow so I just went to the library to do the activities I missed because of the game last time. I got the checklist from our class president then started right away.

It may not look like it but I really care about my studies. Actually, I was third honor in our class and everyone is saying that I could be the first honor if it isn’t because of volleyball. I did not mind since being a first honor isn’t really what I want nor my priority. Learning and being able to make a better version of myself is enough for me.

One more thing, I do not want to spoil my high school years taking my studies seriously to the extent of thinking it as competition.

“Arya Astrid Fonacier”

I looked back to check who called me and saw my twin brother with a serious look on his face. We usually bully each other but when he’s like this, I know that I should not make any jokes or even try to be funny.

“What is it?”

“A fellow told me that a student from Herondale High approached you. Did he do something to you?” his voice is firm but at the same time dead worried.

I shook my head. “Nothing. He just asked about the admission rules here in our school because her sister wants to study here.”

What a lie, Arya! Fifty points for the House Fonacier!

Rennan didn’t say anything because probably he’s looking for the truth on my face so I made sure to look him straight in the eye. One wrong twitch on my face, he knows it.

He then sighed. “That got me nervous. If ever that bastard did something I’m sure that our brothers will burn down Herondale High.”

I silently agree with that. Rennan doesn’t lie. If it happened that Blaise did something to me, my brothers will kill him, no doubt, and being an Alpha won’t save him.

“He seems nice, to be honest. Anyway, are we going home?” I asked instead changing the topic because I am afraid that I might mention about Maven. I only intend to tell Trina and Gail about it.

“Have Maven take you home. I’ll go to Jacob’s after this,” he said referring to his friend.

***

I submitted my activities right away afterwards then texted Maven if we could go home together but there was no response from him.

So, I decided to just go to the gymnasium where their training is being held. I do not really want to see that Coach Vicente but seeing Maven right now is more important to me.

I am still a good meters away from the gym when I stopped upon realization that something is off. Usually, even though with this distance, the noises coming from the gym could already be heard especially the sound of balls. Yet, why is it so quiet?

For me to make sure that I am right, I resumed walking and when I finally entered the gymnasium, I did not see anyone but the janitor who’s currently mopping the floor.

“Uhm, where are the players?” I asked while looking around.

“Oh, they do not have a training today. Coach let them rest since they have a game tomorrow.”

I narrowed my eyes at that. Maven told me just this morning that they have a training. I even checked my phone to make sure and that’s what he really said. And if ever they do not have a training, he should’ve gone to me already.

“But there’s one player in the dugout right now. If you need anything from him, just go there and knock. He’s with someone and I am not sure what they’re doing,” the janitor said, smiling maliciously.

I don’t know but I suddenly feel nervous hearing that. And then I remember what Blaise told me last time. I don’t like this knot that is setting in the pit of my stomach.

With heavy footsteps, I walked towards the dugout. My hands are shaking as I brought myself to finally knock on the door. I could hear faint laughs and whispers although

I can’t make out the words they’re saying.

I’m not fond of anyone from the men’s volleyball team but as of this moment, I really wish that I’ll see one of Maven’s teammates and not him.

I knocked again and this time I made it louder. The laughing instantly died down. Instead, I could hear footsteps approaching then the door opened.

A smiling Maven welcomed me and when maybe the really has already sank in that I am in front of him, the smile turned to a surprise expression. I was about to say something when I saw Snow who appeared behind him whose eyes are widened upon seeing me.

I balled my fists. What are they doing here? Inside a room where it’s the only two of them?

“I can explain, Mosh –” Maven started but I did not bother to let him finish, as I landed a punch on his face. The spot where my fist landed became visibly red and there is blood on the corner of his lips. Snow screamed as he cupped Maven’s face.

“Training, huh? I did not know that you also take our relationship as a sport” I said coldly then turned on my back.

As expected, he chased after me although I did not bother looking back until he grabbed my wrist. I attempted to freed myself from him but his grip is too tight.

“Arya please,” he said in a pleading voice. I looked at him pointedly, doing my best to do not cry out loud. I can’t afford my emotions to get the best of me right now. I won’t give Snow the pleasure to see me down. Both of them. I am going to walk away from them like nothing happened.

“It was nothing. Snow and I are just friends” he reasoned out. I laughed at that.

“I don’t even know that the two of you are friends. You didn’t also tell me that you do not have a training right now. All along I thought was you’re busy so I did not ask you to watch my game. Then this is what’s happening? Now Maven, how long has this been going on? How long are you seeing each other behind my back?’ I asked

desperately hitting his chest.

“How long have you been cheating on me?”

And his silence is making me madder. It’s like he’s inadvertently telling me that he’s guilty. And I fucking hate him for that. He could’ve at least lied!

“I’m sorry” that’s what all he said. As if it would change anything. As if it would take away this feeling crawling up my chest because he betrayed me.

With all my might, I smirked at that “Don’t be. To be honest, I’ve been wanting to break up with you already so thank you for doing this.”