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You are such a wimp. You know, some people are dumping entire coolers over themselves. 

I don’t know why we don’t have class outside. It’d be so much nicer, wouldn’t it? Soaking in the sunlight, the feel of grass under your feet, the wind whistling in your ears. Why don’t we do that?

Honestly, I'm not even sure why we don't do something like that. IT's ridiculous. There have been research tests after research tests of how it improves and stimulates the brain. There was even a fantastic TedTalk about it. It's ridiculous that they think it's a god idea to stick us in a building resembling prisons and hospitals and mental institutions. 

Damn, Sapph, I didn’t know you wanted to get near my pants so badly. What does it matter to you anyway? It’s just homework. No big deal. My future’s already settled. [his grin widen, his blue eyes twinkling] You admitted that we’re friends! I should’ve gotten that on tape! Brie’s never going to believe me now. I’ve never heard of that before. Maybe I’ll try it on someone to see if it works in the slightest bit. Wow, I can’t believe how big of a hater you are! Seriously, Sapph, I’m a winner. Not a loser. Get that through your head. [He groans, crossing his arms against his chest] That’s no fun! I like walking around shirtless. [He wiggles his brows jokingly] Admit you like what you see and I’ll never tell anyone. Ever. I swear!

[she rolls her eyes, scoffing] Please. I'd only do it to laugh at you when you couldn't use it anymore because it would be frozen solid. No big deal? Christopher, that's what people who aren't like you have to do to get accepted to good colleges. And it's not fair to them if you're slipping them your work on top of theirs. What do you mean your future's already settled? [she pushes back her smile, rolling her eyes once more] Please. By the way you talk about yourself, you make new friends every day. What makes this any different? I read it somewhere on the internet. I've never tried it, but maybe you'll have some luck. You sound ridiculous when you talk like that. You can be a winner and a loser at the same time, Woods. [she chuckles a bit] Oh, I'm sure. You thrive off of compliments. I'm convinced that's the only reason for your being. [she raises an eyebrow] Oh? And how am I supposed to believe that? 

No, actually, you can’t. I refuse to listen to you. There’s no way that’s going to happen, but best of luck to you! I’ll get my way somehow. Don’t doubt me, Maddox. [An amused smirk sweeps his features at her revelation] Excuse me? Did you just admit that we’re friends? Like, actual friends? I think Hell must’ve frozen over today! How could you read an aura? I thought auras were energy. You can’t read energy, can you? [he nods, his voice sounding surprise] They make me very, very uncomfortable. It’s just a waste of money, honestly. I should just walk around shirtless. [he shrugs casually] You know it’s true, Sapph. Just admit it.

Really? Would you still refuse to listen to me even if I was dumping buckets of ice down your pants? It seems to me as though you're the one who shouldn't be doubting me. [she rolls her eyes, looking away from him momentarily] Please. You're over reacting. You stare at the center of someone's forehead until your eyes go out of focus and you start to see colors around someone's body. It doesn't actually work, but at this point, I'll use any excuse to call you out on being a loser. [she raises an eyebrow] No shirt, noe shoes, no service, Christopher. Sorry, you have to keep it on. [her smirk turns into a smile, eyes flickering down for a moment] What? And never hear the end of it? No thank you. 

No, why would I kid about that? Of course, I’m allowed to do that! You can’t forbid me to do anything unless you’re my dad, my grandma, or my coach. It’s not like I’m pressuring them to do it. I put on a little act, they melt when I say their name, and it’s like taking candy from a baby! They’ll never realize I’m a loser because all I do is win, remember? [He waves her off dismissively] Nah, I’m good like this. Why wear something that makes me uncomfortable, y’know? [He gives her a pointed look, crossing his arms against his chest] First of all, it’s not October. Second of all, do you not see these abs? They’re fucking sculpted by God himself!

Oh my god. Yes, actually, I can. And I promise you, this next coming year, I will make sure you do all of your assignments instead of getting some poor, doe-eyed girl to do it for you. [her mouth drops, eyes widening slightly] Oh my god. I cannot believe I'm friends with you. I cannot believe I'm friends with - those poor girls. No, actually, you are a loser. I can read auras, and yours screams loser. [she shakes her head, rolling her eyes] Shirts make you uncomfortable? Really? Are you sure this isn't the narcissism acting up? [she smirks a little, folding her arms] Right. 

Me? Write my own essays? I don’t have time to do something so petty, Sapph. I flirted with the nearest smart girl and she did it for me. It’s so easy to get people to do my homework. [He brushes off his shoulders, acting as if he’s some hot-shot. A loud laugh escapes his lips at her reaction] Taking off my shirt? What does it look like I’m doing? [He raises his brow at Sapphire as he wrings his wet shirt] It’s okay to stare, y’know. I’m used to all the ogling eyes. Oh, please. Everyone loves it when I take my shirt off. I look good as hell.

You're kidding me, right? No. You're not allowed to do that anymore. I forbid it. You're not going to take advantage of some poor girl just because she's gaga eyes for you and hasn't realized how big of a loser you actually are. [she huffs, shaking her head] It looks like you're making a very poor choice and you should put it back on. [she rolls her eyes, scoffing] Really? Because, to me, it looks like some obnoxious white boy on the street is trying to impress you in the middle of October and takes his shirt off to reveal nothing but a blinding white, flat sheet. 

Sapphire, I passed my English class this past year without a worry, so please don’t try to give me a grammar lesson right now. [He shakes his head] Why waste a towel when I can do this? [He grins foolishly, tugging at the hem of shirt and pulling it over his head]

Oh? You did? Who did your homework for you, then? Or did you actually write your own essays as well? [it takes a moment for her to register what is happening, but once she does, her eyes quickly dart up towards the ceiling] What are you doing?! [slowly, her eyes drift down, refusing to focus on anything but his face] That does absolutely nothing. Honestly. You're still sopping. Must you use every situation as an excuse to take your shirt off? You look idiotic. 

Christopher, you can't get someone back "so bad". Please go through another English class. [she pauses, looking him up and down momentarily] Do you want a towel? 

Sometimes I can literally get turned on just by the smell of vodka. Is that normal?

No. That's never going to be considered normal. 

Is that what people really think of me?

Which part are you referring to? 

Just… back off, okay? I really don’t have the energy for this.

Well, would you look at that. Tin man does have a heart! But fine. If I'm really so intimidating, I'll back off. 

Seriously, what is your problem? 

Quite a few things, actually. Why? Are they bothering you? 

How would you know what I’m lacking in?

Outside sources. 

I’ll have you know, Sapphire, I’m very high maintenance. 

Sure, if you need someone to sleep with. But even then, you're lacking in some areas. 

I am most humbled and honored. You do know you can request classes, right? With specific teachers?

[she nods] Yes, but so many kids request teachers it's not a promise and I tend to boost my hopes only to have them crushed when things such as that cross my path. 

The architecture is interesting as well. It must’ve cost a fortune to built such an aesthetically pleasing school. Oh, I wouldn’t say that. Every school has brilliant children walking through its halls every day. Christopher is a common name, but I’m looking for one in particular -Christopher Woods. He’s my grandson.

[she nods in agreement, eyes trailing across the building momentarily] The architecture is beautiful. Well, I believe it's an older building. I'm not sure if it was all built at once, but even the newer bits were built to match the older bits. [she smiles] Yes, yes, that's beyond true. Though that never does change the fact that students grow used to their surroundings and some grow tiresome. Oh! Right. That's fantastic. I'm Sapphire Maddox, a...friend of his. Were you looking for him? I could point you in the dircetion of the gym.