He repeated, and I quickly nodded, stepping outside to open the door.
"Your order, ma'am," said the delivery man.
Oh right, I ordered this. It's the purple stuff, but a light shade. Yeah, I like purple.
"How much?"
"1,500 pesos."
Only 1,500 pesos? Ugh, my wallet hurts!
"Thank you, kuya. Please just put it there," I instructed as I returned the change to my bag. I gave him 2,000 pesos and didn't want to keep the change. Times are tough.
He nodded and left. I scratched my head before starting to carry my things inside. I stopped when I saw 'sir' on the sofa, reading with his legs crossed.
"What is that?" he asked seriously, not looking my way. I immediately answered.
"My stuff, sir."
He nodded at my response while I continued. I put down what I brought and started opening it. The rest will have to wait; they're too heavy.
I smiled when I saw my light purple bedsheets and pillowcases. I hugged them like they were my favorite.
After a moment, I set them aside to get the rest. But before I could go back out, the others were already in front of the door. I stepped outside to check on 'sir,' but he was still sitting in the same position.
Wait, I didn't place these here!
I organized my stuff quickly so I could take a shower. I didn't want to smell bad around my crush. Although, to be honest, he's not really my crush-just a temporary one.
After organizing everything, I lay on my bed and took off my bag before grabbing my phone.
I saw a lot of messages from Wendy, my friend!
"[Hey girl, have you moved in yet?]"
"[Girl, let's go together tomorrow!!]"
"[Send me your apartment's location so I can adjust!!]"
"[I'm so excited for tomorrow, and I heard the professors at H.U. are so handsome, ackk]"
"[I'm excited!!]"
I shook my head at her messages, reacting with laughs and hearts, and then sent my location.
I put down my phone and started picking out clothes for today.
It's quiet outside, so I felt at ease. Maybe my crush is busy-teachers, you know.
But as I was about to enter the bathroom, I heard the shower. W-wait, sir is showering?
I panicked and sat on the sink, pretending to do something else.
I heard the door open and looked up, shocked to see him topless. I swallowed hard and looked away. He was drying his hair.
"What are you doing?" he asked, and I quickly glanced away.
I fiddled with the toothbrushes on the table.
"Don't play with that! It's not a toy," he said. I immediately stopped. "...pick one."
"E-excuse me?"
"I said, pick one."
"N-no thanks, I already have one," I declined. He nodded and took the toothbrushes. "Sir, just curious, where do you teach?" I asked, confused.
"H.U... so don't be late, Ms. Farah. You'll face consequences if I'm your professor," he warned with a grin.
W-what? Sir is also at my university?? Unbelievable!
I woke up early because of the alarm I set last night. Today is the first day of classes... and I'm already annoyed! I had to move out of my old place because the landlord is so stingy and doesn't give chances. Luckily, this place is affordable, and I saved enough to pay for it. And the cherry on top? Mr. C is here, hahaha!
I got up and rubbed my eyes before tidying up my bed. Then I grabbed my shower stuff and uniform, planning to dress in the bathroom.
Our uniform is red, with a skirt that's just below the knee. The top is a button-down jacket-like piece. And the socks need to be long. Thankfully, I have those.
I immediately left my room to take a shower but stopped when I noticed something from the corner of my eye. I saw Mr. Kevin dressing and putting on his coat. I quickly moved before he could see me and dashed into the bathroom.
"That was close," I whispered to myself.
"I'm leaving, Ms. Farah. Don't be late!"
He shouted from outside. I pressed my ear to the door to make sure he was gone, sighed, and sat on the toilet, thinking. It's still early.
"Farah Joy, you're so slow. I've been waiting out here forever," Wendy complained.
"Sorry, you know how slow I am. Look, I haven't even brushed my hair yet. You're in a rush too," I retorted, pointing at my uncombed hair.
"Oh, don't worry about your hair. Let's focus on the hot professors at the University. Let's go!" She pulled me to find a jeepney. I don't know about her-does she even study? She's always looking for handsome guys!
When we arrived at the University, we joined the crowd of students entering. I rolled my eyes at my annoying friend, who waved at every guy she found attractive.
I grabbed her arm to make her stop because couples were getting annoyed. "Wendy, enough! People are staring at us!"
"What's their problem? Want a fight?" she snapped, glaring at them.
"Alright, alright, let's go," I said, letting go of her arm and giving her a stern look. She rolled her eyes.
"Okay, fine. Let's go!" and she pulled me again.
We finally reached our classroom, which was really noisy. We ignored it and sat where there were no students, right in front of the electric fan. Who cares?
"Good morning."
A male voice spoke at the front. I heard the girls squeal, including Wendy, who practically screamed in my ear.
But all that faded when-oh my god! It's Sir Kevin.
Don't tell me he's my teacher too? But I hope... he's not!!!
Mr. Kevin scanned each one of us until his gaze landed on me. I quickly looked away. Oh lord, he's really testing me!
"Good morning to all of you! I just want to let you know that I will be your math teacher," he announced seriously, looking around to ensure we were all paying attention.
I won't lie, he's handsome with that jawline, what the hell!
'Mr. Kevin is really handsome!'
'Yeah, sis, I won't skip class anymore!'
I glanced at the two girls in front of us chatting.
"Girls at the back, are you listening to me?" Mr. Kevin asked.
The two girls turned and bowed in respect, while I just smirked.
Gossips!
"I'm not referring to you two... I mean you, Ms.!"
Everyone turned to look at me. Mr. Kevin pointed at me and stared. Wendy, too, was frowning at me.
"Sir? B-but-" I started, but he cut me off.
"Stand up."
He spoke seriously. I looked around before standing up slowly.
Why am I getting involved in this unlucky mess!
"Introduce yourself."
I was startled by his sudden command. What? Doesn't he already know me? Do I really have to introduce myself?
"Sir-"
"I said, introduce yourself."
He insisted, crossing his arms. Wendy nudged me with her elbow. I sighed before speaking.
"Hi everyone, I'm Farah Joy... pleased to meet you all," I said, forcing a smile. Then I quickly sat down.
I didn't hear any comment from Mr. Kevin or my classmates, so I glanced at Mr. Kevin who was already writing on the blackboard as if nothing had happened.
Wow, really!
"Wow sis, it's impressive that you can talk to Mr. Kevin. If I were in your place, I might have fainted from the pressure-" Wendy whispered before I elbowed her because Mr. Kevin glanced in our direction.
'Kevin Tran.'
That's what was written on the blackboard.
"Maybe you all know me, right?" he asked seriously, heading to his desk.
We all looked at a student who raised their hand. "..Sir, aren't we going to introduce ourselves too? Why only Ms. Farah?"
'Yeah, sir, why not us?'
'Exactly, sir!'
'True that!'
Noise and cheering erupted, with Wendy joining in, so I pinched her side. Everything stopped when Mr. Kevin slammed his book on his desk.
"Shut up! I don't care about your names anymore. I want silence, so I didn't ask you one by one!"
He said angrily. I heard Wendy huff along with the other girls.
"Okay, I just said that I am a math teacher. So listen to me carefully... this was just an introduction, but next time I will be teaching, so everyone should be serious, okay?"
Everyone quickly replied, "Yes, sir," and started packing up as Mr. Kevin did.
"See you tomorrow everyone, goodbye!"
"Goodbye, Professor Tran!" everyone shouted. The girls quickly followed Mr. Kevin as he left. I grabbed Wendy as she was about to leave.
"Where are you going?"
"I'm tagging along... hehe!" I frowned at her.
"Where to?"
"To find some cute guys!" she squealed, causing me to let go of her.
I just shook my head and sighed.
That girl!!
To Be Continued..