Embarrassment was a brief phrase. Lauren wished for the earth to open and swallow her entirely. Seconds turned into minutes as the entire class burst out laughing.
She could feel her face turning red with embarrassment and wished she could disappear. The teacher's stern look silenced the class, but the damage was already done.
"Keep silent!" Mr. Anthony shouted. His eyebrows narrowed at the students, and he looked attractive with his angry face.
Lauren stood immediately, ran up, and sat on her seat. She put her hair on her face and hung her head low. Turning to look at his wristwatch, Mr. Anthony started the class again, and then she looked at him, standing there like a professional teacher. When she felt someone was looking at her, it was from the right.
The blonde-haired girl smiled when she saw Lauren catch her staring at her. No offence, she thought.
"Are you okay? What's your name?" She seemed interested in her, and Lauren wanted to laugh.
