Previously...
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"I can watch her. I know a few things about being a bodyguard.", Theo interjected.
Ralph nearly jumped out of his skin. 'What? Now, this fox wants to keep her to himself! Poor girl.', he sighed.
Lisa considered the option.
"Well... it's better than a bodyguard...
Alright.", She couldn't believe she was agreeing to this.
"Good. Henceforth, you will attend special classes with Theo. He will watch and protect you. You cannot leave his side while he's at school.", Mrs Jennings summarised.
"What? That's a little too much...", Lisa mumbled.
'Hmm... This sudden turn of events seems a little suspicious...
But Theo's just a regular student who's trying to help me. He couldn't possibly influence the school right?', Lisa thought carefully.
"Alright then. I accept.", Lisa surrendered her freedom.
Ralph facepalmed in the corner.
"Good. Lisa, you are excused from classes today. Get Theo acquainted with the school and the learning environment.", Mrs Jennings instructed.
"Of course. Thank you Mrs Jennings.", Lisa bowed respectfully.
Theo gave Mrs Jennings a thumbs up from behind Lisa.
'My work here is done.', Mrs Jennings sighed with relief.
Ralph shook his head in the corner.
'This will definitely be an interesting year.', he thought.
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Later that day...
Lisa was concluding a tour of the school for the new students. This time, Theo couldn't be more interested.
She, Theo and Ralph stood watching the busy courts at the University's recreational area.
The 3 of them dazzled at the courts, shining brighter than the brightest stars in the universe.
The small crowds gathered at the courts had ignored the games they were supposed to be playing and were now fully focused on them, and why not? They looked like top supermodels! Everyone was dying from their hotness.
"...And these are the courts - basketball, tennis, badminton, baseball, squash, volleyball, you name it! You can find them right here. The practice courts are always open to students. Feel free to sign up if you're sports inclined.", Lisa addressed, like a professional tour guide.
"I think Ralph might be interested.", Theo remarked evilly.
Ralph almost jumped out of his skin.
"No... no, I'm not interested. We both have to work remember Theo?", he countered.
"Yeah... But I would feel terrible for you if you had to abandon your dreams of being a basketball champion. We both know how long you've wanted that.", Theo replied with a mischievous smirk.
Lisa was touched.
"Aww... Ralph... Really? I can't believe you have to abandon your dreams because of work!... No! You have to chase your dream! Shoot for the stars! I'll help you get signed up for the basketball team.", she offered with stars in her eyes.
Theo grinned.
Ralph facepalmed.
'This b*stard is trying to sign me up again!', he thought, annoyed.
"Uhh... no, don't sweat it, Lisa. Thanks a lot. I think our friend Gerrard is already on it. Thank you for your concern.", he said with a fake smile.
"Gerrard? Who's Gerrard?", Lisa asked.
"My very good friend and Theo's boss.", Ralph lied with mischievous eyes.
Theo's face darkened.
Lisa turned to Theo.
"Really? Your boss? Why is he signing Ralph up for basketball?", Lisa was puzzled.
Theo flashed a wicked smile.
"...Well, Yes... He is truly interested in Ralph's dreams. We both will ensure he succeeds no matter what.", he said, emitting a dark aura."
Ralph gulped.
'Sh*t! I think I got him angry. Me and my big mouth!', he wept within.
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Some Curseword fans spotted Lisa during the discussion.
'Hey! That's Curseword!'
'Yeah! She escaped last time!'
'Let's get her autograph!'
'I want a picture too!!'
The crowd of fans charged toward her.
Suddenly, Theo glared at them from the distance! He basically turned into a giant dragon emitting an overwhelming dark aura like some scene from an intense anime.
'My God! What is this now?'
'So scary!'
'This looks like a scene from One Piece or Naruto!'
'We can't get anywhere near Curseword!'
'He's gonna eat us! Run!!'
They disappeared faster than lightning.
Lisa didn't even notice. She smiled carefreely.
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From the distance, Ruby spotted Lisa with Theo and Ralph at the courts. Their shine blinded her.
Her jaw dropped.
"My God! Too bright! Too bright!' That's just too much beauty in one place!!!", Ruby winced.
"What the h*ll is Lisa doing with those two demigods?!... I wanted her to move on, but not this fast!! ...What is she thinking!?", Ruby wondered, thinking her friend was acting up from heartbreak.
She imagined Lisa in some fiery threesome scene with Theo and Ralph. The two naughty boys were undressing a weepy, distressed Lisa in her imagery!
"Omg!... No Lisa! Don't do it!", she gasped.
"I've got to save my poor innocent friend from those wolves!"
Ruby rushed to save her innocent friend.
"Lisa!", she called, waving at Lisa only a few feet away from the shiny trio.
Lisa noticed Ruby.
"Oh! Hi Ru!", she waved back.
Ruby gestured for Lisa to come over.
"Uhh... that's my friend, Ruby. I think she wants me to go over. Give me a moment.", she excused herself.
"Sure.", Theo let her go, but still kept his eyes on her.
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Lisa met Ruby.
"Hey, Ru. What's up?", she greeted with a smile.
Ruby quickly grabbed her and questioned with alarm.
"What are you doing with Mr McHot and Mr McFire over there? I know your heart is broken girl, but this is way too far! This amount of fun can kill, you know?!"
Lisa burst into laughter.
"Haha! Omg! Ruby! Where has your mind gone?"
"It's not funny girl! Can you look at them!? Look at those biceps! Those guys will murder you Lisa!", Ruby added, genuinely panicking.
Lisa was rolling on the floor with laughter by now.
"Look Ruby, I'm not dating them. They're new students. Mrs Jennings had me show them around.", she explained.
"What? Really?... You're not dating even one of them?", Ruby asked just to be sure.
"Nope.", Lisa replied.
Ruby looked a tad bit disappointed.
"Seriously?... I think you and the blonde one could give it a shot. You and him together will be the hottest idea in the world!", she sparkled as she thought about her newest matchmaking idea.
"What?!" Lisa giggled. "You're joking right?"
"No, Really. Think about it, Lisa. There are rumours flying all over the place that he is a distant relative of the Hughes family. He's perfect!", Ruby whispered. She had suddenly turned into a wingman.
"Where did you hear that, Ru?", Lisa asked, still giggling.
"Just now. It's been circulating round the school. News flies fast.", Ruby was always current.
"Well, he definitely looks like the Hughes, but his hair is blonde. They have signature black hair, remember? I admit he's hot, but he's nowhere near Leonard Hughes, King of Entertainment.", Lisa replied, dismissively.
Ruby folded her arms and raised her eyebrows at Lisa.
"No none is near Leonard Hughes! Girl! Mr Mcfire over there is causing just as much of a stare as you are, and he's not even a celebrity. You're dismissing him on purpose. Both of you as a couple will be the bomb! Plus, James will just die he-he... I think I just found a new reason to live!", she said, her mind exploding with plans for Lisa.
"Omg Haha! Stop kidding Ru!", Lisa slapped Ru's thoughts away. She was getting flushed. She tried to hide it with her giggling.
Ruby got suspicious. She analysed Lisa's behaviour,
"Hmm... You're awfully dodgy about this... And you're laughing quite a lot... Oh! And is that a blush I see?...You're all red, Lisa. Do I sense something-"
"No way. James shattered my heart Ru. Love is a lie. I'm not going down that path again. I'm determined...", Lisa cut her off quickly, speaking more to herself than to Ruby.
"...I'm his tutor and Mrs Jennings just appointed him, my bodyguard... Although I don't know how much bodyguarding he's actually doing.", she added.
"I get tutor... But bodyguard you say?... Hmm... No wonder.", Ruby remarked.
"No wonder what?", Lisa asked tilting her head.
Ruby huffed.
"You know, sometimes you can be so clueless girl. Haven't you noticed? Everyone's staring at you, but apparently, they're too scared of the Hughes' relative to come anywhere close. He's been giving glares that send terrifying chills right down your spine!", she informed her clueless bestfriend.
"Really?", Lisa asked, surprised.
"Yeah. He's working alright. It took me a lot of guts to get this close.", she added.
"Huh. Anyway, your 'Mr McHot' over there just happens to be majoring in the same course as you, so you're going to have to help him. Please?", Lisa asked with cute puppy-dog eyes.
Ruby took a closer look at Ralph.
"Well, he is blazing. I don't mind taking him off your hands." She winked.
Lisa was amused.
"Haha silly girl. Come. I'll introduce you."
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Lisa introduced Ruby to Theo and Ralph .
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Meanwhile, in the background, James had been staring at her the whole time with narrowed eyes.
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********** TKE Q&A **********
Surrealish: Hello folks! We are back, live on TKE Q&A!!!
Crowd: Yaaaayyy!! (Applause)
Surrealish: Right!
We didn't know it was gonna take this long to get the answer to our last question hehe... But the show must go on!!!
Crowd: Wooo!! (Applause )
Surrealish: Yeah! Thank you.
Now, while we wait for our answer, we have some questions for our guest!!
Ladies and Gentlemen please welcome the villain of our show, James!!
Crowd: Booooo!!!
James: (Walks into studio proudly, brandishing his new girlfriend) (He flashes a charming smile) Thank you! Thank you. (His teeth sparkle).
James' 3 Fans: We love you!! Wooo!!
Surrealish: James, our viewers are wondering why you showed up for this interview.
James: Well, I'm the bad guy here. I've decided to wear it proud. And all you haters can hate. I don't give a sh*t. I'm living my best life. (kisses new girlfriend) (winks at crowd)
James' 3 fans: Wooo!! (Applause!)
Crowd: Boooo!!!
Surrealish: Oh wow! Interesting. I assume you requested this interview because you have news for us?
James: Yeah. My new single's dropping soon. It's titled 'Dissing Lisa With New Money'... And you'll be seeing Amy here in a lot of my videos, cos she's a hot vixen (wink).
Amy: (poses like the hottest girl in the world)
James 3 Fans: Wooo! Yeah! Go James! Go!
Surrealish: Uhuh... James, I don't think the title of your single is sending the right message. It rather seems like you're not over Lisa. I mean you keep staring at her...
James: Uhh, well, I am over Lisa, it's just, Lisa is super hot. You can't really stop staring. Amy can't really compare...
Amy: How dare you! (slaps James!) (Storms off the stage)
Crowd: uuuuuuhhhh...
James: Amy, C'mon... Come back...
Crowd: Wooo!!! (Applause) Yaaayyy!!!
Surrealish: (facepalms) Uh... James, won't you go after her?
James: Meh, she'll get over it.
James' 3 Fans: We still love you!!!
Surrealish: Huff... Well, that's it for tonight's show people! We'll be right back with our answer shortly on,
Crowd: TKE Q&A Woooo!!! (Applause).
Surrealish: Stay tuned! (wink)
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