His eyes were as beautiful as ever. It was like a sea of emotions. She could see the sadness, happiness and anger reflect in his eyes, she could tell that he changed, his glare was colder but at the same time, it was also as hot as fire, hard to describe.
He didn't seem to notice her. He was talking with the headmaster and the other boy with the milky skin. She kept analyzing him, he barely grew taller in those past two years, they were probable around the same height. His hair was still half shaved and had the pattern of lighting. While the side that wasn't shaved was much longer than it used to be, his bangs were below his eyebrows almost in his eye and from behind, his hair were caught in a small braid. He still had his piercings, one in his eyebrow and one in his lower lip.
-New student's? Cassandra whisper.
-That boy… London mumbled.
-You know them London?
-No, I've only saw them once or twice but it's hard to forget their faces.
-What about you Emerald? Even though she heard what her friend asked her, she was unable to answer her. Her eyes were wide open and kept staring at him.
-Emerald? Cassandra asked her again. She only said one thing, one word. <
-Jacob. Cameron call out to him, but his gaze was still upon Emerald whom became more beautiful in his eyes in each second that passed by. He was stuck at that exact moment, staring at her. he wanted to hold her tight in his arms and kiss her. She was like a precious gem, like an emerald which you keep close so you can never lose it, what he wanted to do was to keep her by his side, take care of her and protect her. He was overflowing with feelings which he had been suppressing for the past two years and now, those feelings finally made it to the surface after all this time.
-Is everything alright? The headmaster asked with obvious worry in his eyes, before Cameron answer to him, he turned around and saw both of the girls that he and Jay were supposed to recruit two years ago. He also noticed Emerald's expression as she watched Jay, he immediately realized what was going on.
-Yeah, everything is fine, we just saw some old friends. He said as he turned back to the headmaster. Shall we go inside, in your office?
-Yes, of course, come in. Cameron, hit gently Jay in his back, in order to bring him back to reality. As he passed in front of him, he whispered, <
-Jacob, are you feeling okay? You seem pale. The headmaster told him.
-I'm fine. His voice as quiet as a whisper. He looked back to Emerald one last time and then he went inside the headmaster's office.
Even as the door closed, she never took her eyes off of him. She couldn't believe, that after those two long years, she saw him again.
The atmosphere was heavy in the room, cold wind scraped their flesh, as night fell it grew colder and colder by the second.
Two pairs of piercing eyes were watching her every move, waiting with anxiety an explanation.
-Okay that's it, I waited long enough for you to talk and as your sister I have to ask as well as gossip a little bit... How the hell do you know that guy? is he the guy you've been messaging for the past year? What do you know about him except his name that is? He looks like trouble not to mention the other guy, he's creepy and dangerous.
-London hold on for a second, i might be a lesbian but i do recognize good looking man, and I can definitely say that both of them are good looking. Especially the one with milky skin.
-Cassandra the fact that they are good looking has nothing to do with the matter at hand. This is about Emerald and that guy with the weird eyes.
-His eyes aren't weird.
-Yeah whatever you say Em.
-Come on you two there is no need to fight
-We are not fighting Cassandra; I'm just simply asking out of worry what's going on with the two of them and who's that guy.
-His name is Jay, he is 21 years old and I met him in senior year. He is the reason why we are here, in this academy if it weren't for him; I would never suggest meeting Lucas.
-I thought you liked Lucas
-I never really liked anyone other than Jay.
-Seriously? At least tell me you know about the rumors.
-you mean the rumors that Em. is dating Lucas?
-Is there any other rumor?
-Yeah, the one that London is a Lesbian.
-I am not!!!
-I know sis, besides rumors are just rumors. Ignore them and they will go away.
-Or it will make things worse. A man's voice filled the room and all three girls turned towards the door where a man was standing. Sorry to interrupt ladies but I'm gonna steal Emerald for a while, Professor Stone wants to see you.
-Why?
-Something about a transfer student, he said since you are responsible for welcoming new student's as a representative of culture and communication division.
-I see, thanks Lucas.
-Then I'll get going.
-Lucas wait for a sec. Cassandra said while grabbing his arm. Do you happen to know the new student's name?
-Cass, seriously does it even matter? Emerald asked her friend whom obviously ignored her and kept throwing stares like daggers at the blonde boy.
-it's Jaycob, right? Lucas turned towards the dark hallway and asked a figure in the shadows. Upon hearing this name Emerald's eyes sparkled with joy.
-Yeah... It's been a while Em you're looking good. Said the figure as he came towards the room
-Thanks, you're looking pretty good yourself, but I see you barely grow any taller this past two years. Emerald said while smiling.
-...i'm just gonna ignore your last comment and say thanks.
-You two know each other? Lucas asked Emerald with a little bit of jealousy appearing in his eyes.
-Yeah, ahm... we are old accountancies...??? As Emerald said that Jay's expression filled with confusion. Well we don't have much time now we have to get going. She said as she pulled Jay from his arm and started walking in the hallway.
-You know that was a low blow.
-Sorry, but what was I supposed to say that I haven't seen my boyfriend for over two years now and even though we have been dating I was keeping it a secret because his father is Rollan Black? Besides we haven't really gone in a real date yet, I mean we are couple but we were cyber dating.
-Now that you mention it, I do own you a real-life date, don't I?
-Yes, you do my captain, why did you stop? Emerald looked Jay in the eyes, hearing those words from her made him happy but he couldn't smile. What's wrong?
-My brother figured it out that something is going on between us I mean.
-Well it's not like we could keep it a secret forever.
-I know but now... you might be in danger.
-Don't worry about me I'm stronger than I look, I can take care myself just fine, so don't worry, okay?
-Kinda hard not to.
-I know, but we couldn't keep it a secret forever, now could we?
-No, well since he knows we can finally act like a real couple.
-A real couple... that means I can do this... Emerald said; then she grabbed him from his tie and kissed him, his lips were as soft as she remembered them to be. She could taste the caffeine along with the nicotine as he had been smoking while talking to Lucas, but even though there was this sour taste in their kiss, there were still traces of sweetness.
Jay's eyes were wide open as he didn't expect her to make a move first, but all the surprise fade away as it was replaced with pleasure and another feeling, a feeling that only Emerald could bring to the surface and melt the ice that surrounded his heart.
-I missed you. He whispered softly in her ear.
-I missed you too. She replied to him, while giving him an earnest smile. Now shall we continue with our tour?
-What tour? He said with a small grin.
-The one that will let you know the best place for a date.
-...Good I'm gonna take you up on your offer.
-Of course, you will. By the way you never really told me what you study, I mean I had no idea we were in the same division.
-You study to become a reporter, to be honest what I study is way different.
-It's still in the same division, beside my sector there are two more, first is media production and film directing and second is music technology and production. So, which one is it?
-Guess
-Well you like music but you are also a good actor who is passionate and likes to analyze a good movie, so film director won't be impossible. On the other hand, music is your true passion, you love playing the guitar and you love making mixes, which means that you are probably a student in music technology division, right?
-When did I tell you all those things about me?
-Over the course of the years. Though I am a little surprise that your father actually let you follow this subject.
-He doesn't care as long as I'm completing my missions.
-What happens if you don't? Jay diverted his eyes and looked in the dark hallway that seemed to have no end. Jay what happens when you fail on your missions? What happened two years ago when you went back at the academy empty handed? Silence consumed them and for what seemed like a century it was only seconds. After those few seconds, the silence broke as Jay talked.
-I got punished... but you don't have to worry about that, okay? He said while he caressed her head and giving her a fake smile.
-How can I not? You are here for a mission, right? Now that your brother knows about us, he will keep an eye on you and knowing you, you are planning to go against your father's orders, but what happens if you get caught?
-I won't get caught.
-How can you be so sure?
-Because I have someone, I need to protect no matter what and if get caught then I won't be able to do that. So, getting caught isn't an option.
-Someone to protect... Then I guess I'll have to protect you as you protect me.
-You never seize to surprise me princess, but I'm not planning on letting you get close to Cameron. Actually, you have to keep a safe distance at least one meter.
-Yeah, not gonna happen sweetheart. Like it or not I'm going to protect you from both your father and your brother.
-My brother is not as big of an issue as my father, somehow, I feel like we are getting closer, not in a weird way. As of my father forget it, you're not even getting close to the academy or the city.
-But…
-No buts, this is finale. If you want to help me then stay away from those two. Okay?
-Fine for now…
-Emerald…
-Jaycob, I'm fine with your decision but if they ever harm you or put you in danger, I'll cut off their balls and force them to eat them, got it?
Hearing those words made Jay feel proud of her but also made him feel the pain from her threats as well as fear.
-Got it…
-Good, now let's continue.
-And this is the cafeteria. Melanie said with a big smile in her face.
-It's pretty big.
-Wait until you try the food
-Is it good?
-It's the best. Say Cameron where are you from?
-It's a small town, you probably haven't even heard of it before…
-Try me
-Snowmass
-Okay, you're right I have no idea where's that.
-No surprise, it's in Colorado. Where are you from?
-Another small town, St. Francisville
-Isn't that in Louisiana?
-Oh my god, you know it!!!
-I thing I went there with my family when I was little, but I don't remember much except the view that is.
-Really? You are literally the first person in this school that actually travelled in my hometown!!!
-Really now?
-And here is the cafeteria.
-It's pretty big.
-I said the same thing. Cameron said while giving his little brother a sly smile.
-Hi Em.
-Hi Melanie, how are you? Emerald said while keeping her eyes on Cameron.
-Good, let me introduce you to our transfer student, he is studying marketing fourth and last year. Cameron Ellingtone. Cameron this is Emerald Ashla she is the representative of culture and communication division.
-Nice to meet you miss, are you studying being a director, a reporter or are you perhaps in the same class with my little brother over there? Cameron stretched out his hand for a handshake, but Emerald never took his hand.
-Reporter
-I see.
-okay sorry did you just say little brother? Melanie asked
-Yeah that's my little brother.
-Hi, I'm Jaycob. He said while shaking hands.
-Well nice to meet you Jaycob, I have to say you two look nothing alike
-Aaaa… that's because I'm adopted. Jay is the blood son of the family, but he is on his rebellious phase.
-Rebellious?
-He's joking… Jay said while giving his brother an angry look.
-Aaah, so what is your power Jaycob?
-Mmmm?
-Mine is giving shape and life to shadows.
-Marcus ability is to control them, right? Emerald asked her.
-Yeap, He is my twin brother.
-Well, mine is superspeed. Emerald looked at Jay confused, was he keeping his other two powers a secret?
-I should have guessed based on the lightning pattern on your head. Your symbol is a cheetah or a jaguar i assume.
-Dragon actually.
-No way, that's one of the rarest power symbols can I see it?
-I'm gonna have to strip in order for you to see and that's way too uncomfortable
-Don't worry I'm gay
-That's some confidence, I like you Mel. Come on little bro show it to her.
-I would like to see it too. Emerald admit and looked away while trying to hide her blush.
-Easy for you to say, yours is on your arm and yours is on your wrist.
-Come on, I'll show you my crow symbol on my tummy too. Melanie basically begged him.
-Sorry, but I'm not stripping.
-Damn it. At least tell me how it looks like.
-It's a Chinese dragon wrapped on my right hand ending in my scapula.
-Now I really want to see it… Well can't be helped, I guess I have to wait until sports festival or summer.
-Or a party. Cameron said.
-Or a party. And Melanie agreed.
-Yeah… I'm not so easy to strip
-Fun-killer. Cameron comment him
-You call it fun killer I call it decency. Emerald told him.
-Didn't you say you wanted to see his symbol too?
-Yeah so???
-In other words, you wanted him to strip
-Can we please stop talking about me stripping?
-That has nothing to do with you!!! Cameron and Emerald said in unison
-But it's me we are talking about…
-Things are getting interesting. Melanie said in a low voice.
-…I heard that… Jay said to her
-Something tells me, now that you guys are here some very interesting things will happen.
-I hope not. Emerald said with a voice that was a little above from a whisper.
-You have no idea, how much more interesting… Cameron said while grinning at Jay and Emerald.