My peace was suddenly broken when the alarm of my digital clock, rang. I opened my eyes, slowly and stared at the small plant in my table. I let out another sigh and forced myself to get out of bed, just to find out I am still exhausted. Of what exactly? I didn’t practice badminton or jogged lately, so why do I feel lifeless.
Because your sad about not seeing Ms. Rianne around anymore, you idiot
After taking a half bath, I put on my clothes wearing a white cardigan. I pulled my jeans up and chose my nude rubber shoes to wear in school. After tying my hair, I grabbed my car keys and bag to go to Honor Café for I haven’t eaten breakfast yet. As I drove, my eyes looked dejected in the car mirror. I shrugged it off and stepped on the gas clutch to even drive faster.
When I arrived at the parking lot of the café, my phone buzzed again. Yeah, I totally forgot that my phone also vibrated last night and was too sleepy to get it. I grabbed my phone on my pocket and saw Natasha’s message. I was then got confused to see another message with an unregistered number.
+ 07700 900000
I didn’t have the chance to say goodbye, after our conversation yesterday. I won’t be around in extent, but I’ll be with you.
22:22, 26/11/xxxx
I couldn’t figure out what it meant, until I remembered it was Ms. Rianne I spent my morning before classes, yesterday. I ordered carbonara with macchiato coffee and settled myself on the table I had last encounter with her, edited her name in my contacts before texting back.
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
I didn’t have the chance to say goodbye, after our conversation yesterday. I won’t be around in extent, but I’ll be with you.
22:22, 26/11/xxxx
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Ms. Rianne? Good morning, I’m sorry it took me late to respond. I just read your message. And, no it’s okay, please don’t think about it. :> 07:02
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
Alright, that’s great to hear. Are you perhaps on your way to school? 07:05
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Oh, no. I am at Honor café, eating breakfast and having a coffee. Are you in your house now Ms.? Since you are not coming to school anymore… 07:05
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
Not at the moment. I am collecting some materials for a noteworthy matter. 07:15
I can’t contain the overwhelming feeling of finally having something to connect her with. Just the other night, I keep searching her social medias, and was unlucky, now we are exchanging messages. Although it takes her forever to respond, I could never wish for more.
What is this is feeling exactly…
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Oh, I hope you find all the things you needed. Also, may I ask where did you got my mobile number? 07:16
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
I took it on the student’s information before I have left. :) 07:30
I was about to sip my remaining coffee when I received Ms. Rianne’s message. I almost spilled it, that made the cashier look at me. I bowed my head for an apology. I can’t stop smiling of Ms. Rianne’s response. I tried to find the exact words as I also don’t want her to see me as too much on the text. I tried to tap few letters and then realized,
Why not let her know?
I backspaced my written message and created a new one with more like a ‘me’ message. Let’s see how it goes.
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Really? That doesn’t really say you, Miss. Haha. I didn’t except you to do it, for me. Why? I mean if you don’t mind giving me the reason of stealing my phone number. :> 07:32
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
I forgot to ask your phone number, actually. 07:50
She replied to me bluntly, she is colder and more straightforward in person and it didn’t change even on the phone. It just shows that she is still, that woman that I got close with. I hope she doesn’t get annoyed at me though, because I would definitely continue talking to her over the phone, as she isn’t around in school anymore.
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Oh, yes. I figured. Hahaha. So, are you going home now? 07:52
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
Yes, I am on my way home. You should get yourself up and head towards the campus. 08:03
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Yes, Miss Rianne. I am about to. Please take care on your way home :> 08:06
I grabbed my things and went out from the café, smiling. Although it sucks not seeing her around, at least I can still talk to her.
In our last class, Natasha and I sat beside each other again. I was bouncing my legs repeatedly, completely aware that I can’t wait to check my phone if there are any messages from Miss Rianne—since we are not allowed to use phones over lectures. I tried to minimize the movement of my anxious legs, but it was too obvious to Natasha.
“Are you waiting for Ms. Rianne?” she asked with a smug in her face. I gave her a side eye.
“No? I just want to go home.” I rolled my eyes at her , and got a pinch from her instead.
“Oh please, I saw you texting her just before the class started. I have taken a seat beside you, and you were too damn busy typing that you didn’t notice I was already peaking for seconds” she retaliated. She left my jaw hanging after that statement and I just scoffed at her since that got me taken aback too.
Gladly, the bell rang and I never have been so rushed in checking my phone more than I have ever been. Our conversation over messages continued for the past couple of hours, and I left her un-replied when I went to the last class.
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
Not at the moment. You shouldn’t be using your phone on classes, Hestia :). 15:05
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
I did, put it down, when I received your reprimand message, that’s why I have replied late, Miss. Last class just finished today! Sorry :> 16:00
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
I understand. Are you on your way home now? 16:07
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Yes! On my way to the garage, to drive home. How are you Ms. Rianne? 16:08
Us, exchanging messages continued until night. It’s not that I receive quick replies from her, but the important thing is I do receive them. Right now, I just feel a little better even though she isn’t in school. At least I can solo her talks with me here than in school where I can only hold one to two moments with her for long.
Ms. Rianne Isabelle+ 07700 900000
You should go to sleep now, Hestia. It’s late. Ill message you in the morning. Goodnight :) 23:05
Hestia Herondaile+ 07700 900001
Oh,. It’s already really late. Please have some rest as well Ms. and I felt
really relieved talking to you. Goodnight, Ms. Rianne :> 23:06
It does make me feel relieved talking to her. It seems like we are even closer. I wonder if she feels the same, or she is just being nice to me.
As her holding your hand part of being nice? She’s a genuine person you scumbag!
I am putting much thought of what’s happening, and my mind is arguing with each other which I should really avoid as it will lead to overthinking. Finally, I decided to drift away this feeling, put my phone on the bedside table, and I switch on my galaxy lamp, and took my main lights out. One of the nights that I will be sleeping with big smile in my face.
