The morning light came in through the window as Sanaya moved and her eyes flew open.She looked down and saw that she was curled up in Ethan's arms, her head on his chest.As she quickly pulled away, her face turned bright red.Ethan moaned and rubbed his eyes."Morning…" Even though he was sleepy, he sat up and scratched the back of his neck uncomfortably when he saw her worried look. "Uh… good sleep?"A quick nod from Sanaya, her words just above a whisper."Yeah… I think so."She became aware of something all of a sudden, and she gasped."No way!" I'm not on time for class!"Ethan blinked and then looked at his phone to see what time it was."Oh, no. Yes, me too." He stopped and creased his brows."Wait, you go to Riverwood University?""Yes, why?" she asked as she rushed to get her things together.Ethan was shocked and said, "I do too.I’m a year ahead, though."Sanaya stood still for a second and then smiled a little."Small world, I guess."Right away, they got ready and went to
The courtyard was full of life and stress as Ethan tried to get his balance after being pushed.He stood tall, and his cool attitude stood out against the chaos going on around him.When Sanaya tried to step in, Ethan raised his hand slightly to tell her to stay away.The group of students squished closer together, and their whispers got louder as they watched.Someone asked in a whisper, "Is this guy crazy?""Are you challenging Moise Nelson? That's like using a toothpick to poke a bear," someone else said. "More like poking a cobra," A third voice added,which made everyone laugh nervously.A proud grin spread across Moise Nelson's face as he stepped forward.He was the son of the famous Cobra.His huge size and the crowd of lackeys behind him made him look like he couldn't be hurt.Moise made fun of Ethan and said, "You've got guts.""But you're either very brave or very, very stupid.""Do you know who I am?"Ethan didn't move when he looked at him."Oh, I know exactly who you are.
His smile got bigger as he talked on the phone, and Moise didn't pay attention to him."Hey, Dad, it's me. There is someone who is creating problem for me..."After looking at the scene with a mix of amazement and worry, Ethan turned his attention to Sanaya.He gave her a comforting nod, and she let out a sigh of relief.Her shoulders relaxed a little."Yes I want you here."Moise hung up the phone and went back to Ethan.He laughed and said, "You're in trouble now.""When my father gets here, you’ll wish you’d never been born."Ethan just shrugged, keeping his cool."I guess we’ll see."The crowd was tense and excited as they waited for the next part of this play to start.The beaten lackeys were moaning at Ethan's feet as he stood strong and looked down at Moise.His confidence did not weaken.Ethan didn't show the least bit of fear when Cobra came near.And that was what really amazed everyone. As the sound of screeching tires tore through the courtyard, the crowd's chatter got lou
Lucas Krol stood trembling before Ethan Elliot, his towering frame somehow shrunken under the intense aura emanating from the young man before him.Beads of sweat trickled down Lucas's temple as his son, Moise, stormed into the room, his voice rising above the tense silence.“Dad!” Moise’s voice cracked with disbelief. “What are you doing? Bowing to this… this student? I don’t care who he is! No one—no one!—has the right to humiliate you like this!”Ethan didn’t flinch. His calm, piercing gaze locked onto Moise with a weight that made the younger man falter mid-step.Lucas spun around and hissed, “Moise! Shut your mouth before you ruin us any further!”Moise, shocked and indignant, looked between his father and Ethan. “Ruin us? You’re afraid of him? Are you serious? This is just some boy from campus! Who the hell does he think he is, to command you?”Ethan’s voice, low and sharp, cut through Moise’s tirade like a blade. “You’ve got one chance to fix this.”Lucas visibly shuddered and
Moise knelt on the cold, hard ground with his head bowed low.His expensive shoes scraped against the dirt, which made him feel ashamed.The scene was strange, very different from the easy life he had always had as the Nelson heir.The students crowded around him whispered to each other while holding up their phones like flames to record his shame.Sanaya stood tall next to Ethan, crossed her arms, and laughed softly."I never thought the great Moise Nelson would be brought down to this level. Miracles really do happen."When Moise looked up at her, his face showed that he couldn't believe what he was seeing."Sanaya, I—""Shh!" Ethan cut in quickly and held up a finger."Don't breathe. Today, the only thing you should say is "I'm sorry."Lucas Nelson walked into the scene with a loud voice that sounded like thunder. "This is the man whose family has helped us stay alive in this city for generations! Now look at him!"He charged Moise with anger. "You dummy!You're a shame to our famil
Ethan walked quickly down the marble-floored hallway toward his dad's big office.The sound of his leather shoes could be heard barely. He was thinking about things after dropping Sanaya off at her class.He always thought of her when he wanted to keep things simple and enjoy the present.It wasn't easy for him, though, because of the weight of his family name.Ethan took a deep breath and opened the heavy wood door.Richard Elliot, his father, was reading through a stack of papers behind a large wooden desk.When he looked up, his sharp eyes locked on Ethan."Ethan," his dad said, pointing for him to sit down.Ethan sat down in the chair across from him,"Dad.I wanted to discuss something important—an investment proposal."Richard gave me a curious look. "Go on."After clearing his throat, Ethan put a folder down on the desk."I have given a lot of thought to how I can help the family business without just getting paid to use our name. I've planned out a small job that I can do while
Ethan sat in his dad's big study and felt strangely overwhelmed by how quickly his life had changed.His father, who was dressed perfectly in a suit, pointed at him."Ethan, you need to start looking the part. I’ve instructed the staff to prepare a list of stores for you. Go buy yourself a new wardrobe," he said firmly.Ethan blinked because he didn't know what to say.He wasn't very interested in trends or looks, but he knew what his dad meant."Starting next week, you'll be going to business meetings and fancy lunches with me.""Make sure you're ready; the secretary has already set everything up," his dad said."Real meetings?" Under his breath, Ethan said something.He couldn't picture himself standing stiffly in a meeting and nodding along as people talked about deals and profits.His phone rang before he could answer.It was from Sanaya: "class ended! Could you pick me up?"Ethan smiled without meaning to. Saved by the bell.He stood up quickly, which made his dad notice him."I'
Ethan stood outside of Sanaya's house and leaned against the sleek black car in a casual way.He looked at his watch and quickly looked up to see her running out the door.Her excitement was still contagious."Good morning, Ethan!" She said hello and jumped into the passenger seat."Morning," He responded, and sat down in the driver's seat."Are you ready for today's lesson?"Sanaya nodded. “Absolutely. But we’re switching things up today. No more quiet forest routes.”Ethan gave me a strange look. "Oh?" Where do you want to go?"She said, "To the main market.""The main market?" Ethan said it again, a little scared. "Do you not think that's a bit of a leap? The traffic is crazy there."Sanaya brushed off his worry. "You can do this. Also, I need to get a dress.""A dress?" He pulled onto the road and asked, "What for?"She smiled. "Want to join for the talent hunt competition in the college!""I’m performing a dance piece, and I need something amazing for the stage.”Ethan gave her a