let's welcome Thai, the coach said. The entire team started shouting in approval. I could see his tall masculine build coming from behind.
well, would you look at that, I said clicking my tongue in approval. I think this team just got a little bit more interesting.
Gerald looked at me with a disapproving look.
what's that look for? I laughed.
I don't just understand what all the hype is about, He's 6 feet tall, big deal, he rolled his eyes.
No, he's not just 6feet tall. He's very hot and attractive.
wow, just wow, so you think he's more handsome than me? he asked.
you know I love you Gerald but this guy will floor you, I said.
He rolled his eyes and looked away obviously displeased.
Anyway in conclusion I just want to welcome each and every new member to the team. oh no, I missed the whole thing, I groaned glaring at Gerald. in this team we are winners and so we win. Thank you, Thai concluded.
The newcomers lined up and he went around shaking hands. My heart was thumping so fast, it felt as if it would jump out of my chest. I have read where girls in stories would describe what I'm feeling now and I would roll my eyes, but now I was experiencing it firsthand, the butterflies in my stomach.
When it was finally my turn, he came to me and held out his hand. Hey, I'm Thai, he smiled. welcome to the team.
I took it eagerly, I'm Anna Hawkins. Thank you for having me, I smiled.
we have met before right, you are Jessica's sister? he asked still holding onto my hand.
Yup, the same one.
okay then. we will meet.. He started saying before Coach interrupted.
come on Thai, we still have a lot to do today.
coming Coach, He winked at me and left. it was nice meeting you, he whispered.
And I smiled, Heck this guy was good, He just winked and my body went weak.
what was that ? Gerald said suddenly. I didn't even notice when he walked over.
oh my God, you scared me.
what was that?
what was what?
you were totally flirting with him, he accused.
I wasn't flirting with him, I responded.
oh really, your face is so red like a tomato right now. let me remind you that this guy uses girls like play doh and throws them away, I'm just looking out for you that's all.
I understand but you need to chill, I know how to handle myself.
He started saying something when coach shouted " Hey you two, why are you standing around doing nothing while your mates are practicing".
We both got down and started doing our squats.
Dang girl, you looking so fine, a guy whistled. He was blond with brown eyes, he was kind of cute.
He had walked right next to me and was staring, I'm Derek, He smiled and held out his hand.
Anna, I responded and took it. His grip was firm and he used his thumb to stroke my hand. I tried to withdraw my hand back but he didn't let me.
Alright, that's enough, Gerald said. hands off.
chill out bro, I'm just getting to know her.
she's clearly uncomfortable so let go of her hand before I make you.
Dang boy, you got threats now, huh, Derek jeered.
I took the moment he was distracted and pulled my hand out of his grip.
Gerald stop, I said. He's not worth it.
you better listen to her if you want to leave here without your face busted up, Derek challenged.
we will see who is going to end up with a busted face, Gerald said. Try it one more time and see, I dare you, Gerald sneered. A small crowd had already gathered. coach went to talk to the principal.
she deserves to be with a real man who can handle her, right honey? he asked me and blew a kiss.
I grimaced, his group of friends cheering him on.
she's just like a ripe fruit ready to burst open and I'll be the one to pluck her. Alright that's it, Gerald shouted and lunged at Derek . He tackled him to the ground and gave him like 2 punches.
Gerald please stop, I shouted, you don't have to do this, you can get seriously hurt.
Derek rolled to the top and retaliated. the students were screaming elatedly.
suddenly Thai appeared and yanked Derek off Gerald.
what's going on here? he asked.
I was just showing Gerald his place, Derek laughed and turned around and left, his friends flocking around him.
Alright practice is over, there's nothing to see here, Thai boomed. The crowd dispersed immediately.
He glanced at me and walked over to Gerald to help him up.
I don't need your help, Gerald said and pushed his hand away.
you know better than to be fighting in school, Thai reprimanded. let me have a look.
I said I'm fine, Gerald snapped. Geez you are not my mother.
Gerald?! I chastised, he just saved you out there.
I don't need his help and I have never needed it, he started walking away.
Hey, don't walk away when I'm talking to you, Thai sighed. He grabbed him by the arm but Gerald yanked his arm away from him and walked away.
I walked closer to Thai and said, Don't worry about him. Thank you for your help today, who knows what could have happened.
Thai turned and smiled at me, why wouldn't I look after him when he is my little brother, the only one I got.