"Ten left! My people, ten left!...grab your copy now!"
"Me!"
"Bro, aren't you seeing my hands!"
"Don't push me!"
"My money! ..don't step on it."
"Mr Thief can I get a discount ?"
"Ahh, who pushed me!"
"Shit"
I muttered to myself as I stared at the crowd and the students still trooping in. The only thing that ran through my mind was why didn't I create more!.
Rule 1 : Never be greedy.
The influx of students was now slowly becoming a disaster as someone nearly tripped amidst the rush to get my book.
A writers dream, as well as a con artist.
"Alright all sold!"
I shouted as the last copy left my hands, the new owner jubilation from his purchase.
"Ahh you losers suck, I will see you at the bottom from the top."
Oops! I don't think bro was supposed to say that.
Quickly I got down from the table as the crowd seemed unwillingly to disperse.
"It can't be finished."
"My parents depend on me man! "
"Please give us more!"
"You fucker!"
I looked back to see my last buyer throwing a punch at someone, as a scuffle started.
Few seconds later and it was total chaos not only where the studenst punching eachother, but some were now activating their class. Of course there were others who saw this opportunity to ensure my sold books changed hands.
"There's no insurance offer!"
Pearl scream brought me back, as someone face was smashed into a near by desk. I saw one of the books flying up in the air, three different hands held unto the thick volume of pages as the bigger hand won the contest.
I felt a warm hand slip into mine, our fingers interlocking together. It was Adianne. Shit. She must think my school is usually like this. What a first impression guys !
I felt the guts of wind rush past my face as two fists clashed in a rage of contest.
They were either knights or barbarians as only such classes exhibited terrifying strength, compared to others.
To my left was another girl holding a boy in a leg lock as his head turned red, either from the fleshy thighs around his neck or because he was out of breathe; I had no idea.
Okay, let's get out of here.
I grabbed Adianne hand and rushed towards Pearl who was trying to separate two girls who's hands were pulling at each other hairs simultaneously.
"Leave them for the SDC, let move."
Quickly we slipped away past the door, as I briefly wondered where that barbarian was.
We and some students passed the SDC as they headed towards my class.
"They are there!" Some of us shouted at the top of our voices, pointing and trying to convince them that we aren't a part of the chaos.
SDC. It simply stood for student disciplinary committee. It is mostly comprised of former students who were retained by the school, and those former students sometimes are given teaching or non teaching roles. For example my teacher was part of the student disciplinary committee, and yeah she was a former student. Ahh I know what you're thinking...
"Where are we going?"
Pearl asked me as we walked down the narrow passage.
"The principal office."
"Huh ?"
I pushed the door open and walked in, followed closely by my girls.
"Who dares to open...."
"Ohh.. Dave..."
The principal forced a small smile as he gestured at the seat in front of him. I took the seat as my companions stood behind me and Mr Rodnell staring at me with a questioning gaze.
"Mr Rodnell, good afternoon sir. I would love to ascertain the Class of this pretty lady here." I gestured towards Adianne, as my hand curled around her waist pulling her slowly towards me.
"Ahem!"
Mr Rodnell cleared his throat as he looked up at the blushing Adianne before penning something done.
"Pearl, that's your name right?" He asked suddenly as Pearl who had been absentminded quickly blurted out.
"Yes sir!"
"Please take Adianne to the doctor, the old doctor."
"Okay sir."
Both girls left, the door softly shut closed, Mr Rodnell gaze on me.
"So what is it you wanted Mr Dave ?"
"Mr ?...so I'm just your student,!"
I responded in a flattering tone, putting up a good acting.
Mr Rodnell chuckled as he pulled out a cigarette and lit it up. He took a long drag, keeping his mouth shut but bloated, he passed me the blunt.
My principal offering me a blunt ? Is this a trap ?
I took it with hesitating fingers, stared at it for a moment and then at him. He nodded at me softly. Shrugging my shoulders, I took a puff, who am I to refuse a blunt ? Just like the first time I got drunk and vomited, this was my first and I almost choked. Throwing a fit of cough and trying to clear my airways, Mr Rodnell laughed at me, the smoke coming out of his mouth like a dragon.
"I consider you an equal....cause you have the balls to try and blackmail me."
At that moment, I felt it, the stench of alcohol.
He's drunk, and also smoking while offering me a blunt, what's wrong with this principal?
Having a moment of clarity, like a post nut clarity, I remembered why I was here.
"The deal we spoke about Mr Rodnell, today would be my last day in school, until our graduation."
"And your exams ?"
"I'm sure you can find a way to fix that sir."
"Mhmm"
"Keep your end, and I will keep mine." I added, standing up immediately and taking one last drag. One more time wouldn't hurt. ....was what addiction whispered to me.
"A good day to you Mr Rodnell and my greetings to your wife." I softly shut the door, walking with clear and hyperfocused senses, as I felt giddy, ready for some action. My regards to his wife was a subtle reminder, I bet he knew it.
Standing by the hallways, I avoided going back to my class, waiting for Pearl and Adianne to show up.
"Girls"
I called out the moment I saw them.
"What happened?"
I asked as there faces not only showed worry but also fear.
"Coming through !"
"Coming through !"
Several voices shouted in unison as some of the teachers and a lady in white labcoat rushed upstairs towards the school class testing bay.
I pulled both girls towards me as we walked to a hidden secluded part of the building.
"What's it ?" I asked with worry now in my voice as I began to harbor an unrealistic fear that both girls must have lost their voice or knowledge of speech.
"It's Adianne." Pearl whispered.
Of course it's Adianne. She's the reason you both went up there.!
"Okay..."
I looked at Adianne who had her fists balled up together and closely held to her face.
"Adianne?"
"She's a witch."
"A what !"
Pearl quickly wrapped her hands around my mouth as we heard the passing footsteps of some students.
"I'm a witch " Adianne replied with a smile.
"A witch? No man, I'm too high for this."