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"Good day magical students," Teacher Wayne said, he was a magical tech and innovation teacher in the school, and also one of my favorites.
Teacher Wayne was a man in his 30s but he looked like a man in his 20s, he was slender with blonde hair, styled to relax on the side of his head, he was also tall and loved to dress in black. And I had seen Charlotte trying so hard to shoot her shot at him. And his subject wasn't my favorite because of his looks, but because he was one of the teachers who didn't discriminate, and his teachings were always understandable and fun.
"Good day, Teacher Wayne," We responded in unison.
"What a nice response." He said with a smile and the female students giggled like fan girls. I guess ANGELZ weren't the only hot guys in Hidden High.
I turned my gaze to Alex and as usual, he had his arms crossed and his eyes shut. I turned back to the teacher with a pout.
"You look cute when you pout." I heard Alex say, I turned back to Alex with my eyes wide like saucers. His eyes weren't opened so how?
Did he just call me cute, or was he dreaming about someone, if he was, I was the only one near him, pouting.
"You seem to forget I am a telepath." Alex suddenly said then turned to me, he stared directly into my eyes as if he was searching for something. I got nervous and instantly turned away.
"I can read everyone's mind in this room, but weirdly enough, I can't hear your thoughts," Alex said. I could still feel his gaze on me as he tried to look into my eyes.
"What...do you mean?" I asked.
"I was intrigued by you, because you are the only one in this school I can't read, why is that, you don't have powers." He said.
"Alex and Ranella, could you please pay attention?" Teacher Wayne said, I inwardly cursed at Alex because since he started sitting here, the teachers seemed to be noticing me at every turn.
"Apologies Mr.Wayne." We both said. I looked up and my gaze met with cold blue orbs, it was Liam's, and he was looking at me.
"Today, we will be diving into the fascinating subject of magical technology and innovation." Teacher Wayne said.
"As mutants, your unique abilities have the potential to revolutionize the way we interact with technology and push the boundaries of what is possible." He said again and I noticed the class had gone quiet, this was one of the subjects that everyone loved and wouldn't miss for the world.
"In this course, we will explore the intersection of mutant abilities and technological advancements. We will discuss how your powers can be harnessed and enhanced through the use of specialized equipment, gadgets, and inventions." He said again and the class broke out in an 'Ohhh.' The guys started drumming the tables knowing what was coming and I couldn't deny, that even I was excited.
With a smile." Let's head to the school's tech lab." He finally said and the students broke out in a scream. They hurriedly formed a line one with boys and the other with girls. I stood at the last line of the girls while Alex stood at the last line of the guys, I could still feel his gaze on me and it was making me nervous that I clenched my oversized skirt.
We went to the school's tech lab on the third floor, opposite the library. We all settled in front of the wires and electrical items. Bea and I sat at the farthest podium, away from the noise-making goons jumping around like immature kids.
Alex came by and sat without a word and before we could ask, he lay on the podium desk, turning away from us. I and Bea looked and blinked at each other before returning our attention to him.
"Now, let's move on to some practical examples to help you understand the practical applications of mutant technology and innovation." Teacher Wayne said.
"Everyone form a group of two, you are going to develop a device that amplifies your powers. You could design a device that could help with enhancing your power and take it to the next level." Teacher Wayne said.
Alex raised his hand to say something." Teacher Wayne, Ranella doesn't have a partner, I think it'll be better if she joins me and Beatrice." He said nonchalantly.
"A powerless human shouldn't even be in this school, she's just a burden," Charlotte said with a hiss.
"Huh... oh, yeah it'll be better if she joins your group." Teacher Wayne said and smiled at me.
"You all have 30 minutes to finish building your gadgets. Remember, the possibilities are vast, and your unique abilities have the potential to reshape our world. I encourage you to think creatively, collaborate with your fellow mutants, and push the boundaries of what is possible. I look forward to seeing your innovative ideas and inventions as we progress through this course " Teacher Wayne said again and went out of the class.
'I looked over at Alex and I kept staring. What was Alex up to?' I couldn't help but ask myself. I was excited that at least someone from the ANGELZ began to notice me, but I still felt cautious.
"I mouthed a 'Thank you' to him and he nodded before slumping back to lay on the desk.
'What is he doing? Did he convince Teacher Wayne to let me join his group just so he could lay there and do nothing, while we do all the work?' I asked myself inwardly.
"I will be the scapegoat who tries your inventions on, that's a lot of work." Alex suddenly said.
"How...I thought you said you couldn't read my mind?" I asked.
I don't need to read your mind to know that's what you were thinking, besides I replied to your friend's thought, not yours. I guess you were both thinking the same thing." Alex said and I thought I heard him chuckle.