Chapter One Hundred Eighty Three

Class went well despite the constant stares from people. I ignored them and just took my notes. I had thought that I wouldn't know much of the material being taught but oddly I did. It wasn't much different from when we left. I was quite curious about our midterm scores since we left before we could see them. I could probably get them from my home room teacher. I had a sneaking suspicion that he was going to call me into his office anyway.

I had just wrote down the last of my notes when the teacher ended her lesson. She said to study hard because the graduation exams were getting closer. I felt a bit anxious about it but at the same time I didn't really. It would consist of the basic subjects and Ba Wei and Is only weak subject was science so I would just double up on that subject from now til then.

I was so deep in thought that I didn't notice that lunch had started. The class had emptied a bit, and not surprising at all Yaling stood in front of my desk.

"Um," she started, "can we talk?"

I nodded, "where would you like to go?"

"The roof is fine if that's okay with you."

I nodded and stood from my seat. As I did this I heard one of the boys say something that annoyed me.

"All he does is use that girl when he's bored."

I raised an eyebrow and turned towards him, "would you like to speak up."

He seemed surprised that I had said something to him. He cleared his throat and repeated himself a bit louder. The class had grown deathly silent. I sighed and let out a chuckle.

"I'll be sure to tell my boyfriend that I like to play around with girls then."

His eyes widened and it amused me. I looked back at Yaling and motioned for her to go. I stuffed my hands in my pockets and exited the room. As we made our way to the roof I couldn't help but notice the stares. I couldn't imagine what they heard. It didn't help that that guy basically was forced to transfer schools. It's not like I cared much I just didn't want anyone saying anything about Ba Wei.

After what felt like ages we finally made it to the roof and she immediately turned to me and bowed. Raising an eyebrow I cocked my head to the side.

"I'm sorry. I'm very sorry," her voice was trembling. "I didn't want to do any of those things but-"

"But you did," I said interrupting her.

"I know, and I have no excuse. I was scared, and he had that tape." She raised her head, "I didn't want him to do that to you."

"But you still helped him up until he threatened to rape me. You were content in giving him head. You were content with him hurting me."

It may sound like I was upset but I wasn't. I just wanted her to take responsibility. Take responsibility for what she did.

"I know and that's why I'm apologizing. I don't want you to hate me. I didn't want my life ruined with that video but it happened anyway."

She was sobbing at this point and I furrowed my eyebrows. At least this apology was real. I reached out and put my hand on her shoulder.

"Stop crying. It's fine. I don't hate you Yaling."

Her eyes shot to mine, "really?"

"Really. Can we be friends at all? No that's not going to be an option but I can't hate someone who was a victim too. Focus on yourself and your studies. This is the last time we will communicate. I wish you no ill will Yaling. Just don't bother me anymore."

Through her sobbing she nodded and quickly left the roof. I sighed and ran my hand over my face. That's one person that I've made amends with. Now it was only one more. My mother. I sighed and walked over to the railing and sat down. I pulled out my phone and scrolled through my contacts until I made it to her number. With hesitation I pressed it. It rung a few times before her voice sounded over the phone.

"Ji Nan?"

"I'm surprised you answered mom."

"I'm surprised you called."

"Where are you right now?"

"Why do you need to know that. Plan on telling your little lap dog where I'm at?"

"No not at all. I want to talk."

"We're doing that now."

"In person."

There was silence, and I started to think this was a bad idea. I couldn't tell you why I thought this was a good one, but I knew we needed to speak face to face. We hadn't spoken since that day.

"I'll fly there tomorrow. Don't bring that boy with you. It's just going to be us."

"Yeah. Of course."

With that she hung up. I let out a sigh and laid my head against the railing. I wasn't planning on telling him anyway but how am I going to get away from him. He's been stuck to me like glue and I know if I do tell him he will come whether I want him to or not. I should've thought about that before I did that.

"Arrived just in time," Ba Wei said pulling me out of my thoughts. I looked up at him and he shook a fast food bag with a smile on his face.

"Yeah you did."

"How'd that talk go with that girl," He asked as he sat down beside me.

"It went better than I thought it would. She cried sure but I made it clear that this is the last time we would speak."

"Good," he handed me my burger, "hopefully she respects that."

I just nodded and began eating my burger. I glanced over at Ba Wei to watch him eat. I couldn't tell you why but it made me happy to see him eat. Maybe I should cook for him tonight?

"What do you want for dinner tonight," I asked turning away from him?

"I don't know. We can just order what ever you're feeling."

"No, I'm asking because I want to cook it for you."

"I've been craving mapo tofu ," he said shrugging.

"Okay I'll make that then. We'll have to stop by the market on our way home."

He just nodded and I focused on enjoying my burger. It only took two more bites until I finished it.

"That was great. It's been a while since I had a burger."

"I'm glad you enjoyed it."

He reached out and ran his hand through my hair. I leaned into his embrace. He let out a soft chuckle before he removed his hand. I was about to ask him something when he suddenly stood up.

"Why did you stand," I asked confused.

"Come on," he held out his hand.

I grabbed it and he pulled me to my feet and started pulling me towards the storage shed on the roof. I was confused on why he was pulling me in there. He slid open the door and motioned for me to go inside. It was spacious and clean actually. The sunlight from outside illuminated the dark room just enough to make it seeable.

"Why-"

I was cut off by him kissing me. His hand went to my waist and to my surprise he picked me up and sat me down on a table. I pulled back from the kiss out of breath.

"Why so suddenly?"

"I just wanted some privacy," he said as he kissed my neck. "I don't want anyone else seeing that lustful face of yours."

"If you don't do things like this I wouldn't make any kind of face."

"But I like to tease you."

I smirked, "trust me I know."

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Hello everyone I hope you enjoyed the chapter. I hope you guys had a great christmas(or any other religious holidays during that time), and have a happy new year. We're heading into another new year with this novel together and I hope you continue to enjoy it like I'm enjoying writing it. ♥️♥️