RYENNE

[ 4.07 ] - High School: Am I dirty? Am I ugly?

High School: Am I dirty? Am I ugly?

[ 4.07 ]

R Y E N N E A T S T E L L I

『 Year 16 』

I have gained a newfound respect for tour guides all around the world. Although it was only for a few days, my energy was thoroughly drained from having to explain every little nook and cranny that Fleur took an interest to. It was only after the third day that I was finally freed when Fleur told me she wanted to make some friends on her own.

"Oh, okay then. I'll see you later, Fleur!" I tried hiding my excitement as much as I could, however I didn't bother waiting for a response before turning a corner and hurrying over to the private tearoom that Xael and Litheon liked to stay in.

When I arrived, I was met with their shocked stares, as if I had caught them doing something I shouldn't have seen. I watched them, feeling a bit suspicious as I eyed the room, however I didn't see anything amiss.

"Did I interrupt something..?" I finally asked after a moment of silence.

It was only then did they snap out of their trance and greeted me.

"No, it was nothing. Are you finally free?" Xael was the first to speak and in response I just nodded lightly.

"I don't think I will be needed for a while—or I hope I'm not needed for a while."

"I hope so too!" Litheon exclaims. I was caught off guard by his sudden outburst and stared at him incredulously. His expression was sulky as he folded his arms across his chest and grumpily glared at me with narrowed eyes.

"What? Leon? Is something wrong?" I was somewhat concerned. When has he ever acted out like this with me? This was the first!

I exchange a glance with Xael, feeling very confused, however he just shrugged his shoulders and shook his head as well.

"Do you know how much I have suffered after meeting your friend?" After I heard his dramatic pause, I realized...

Ah...Another monologue...

"She tossed my hand away as if I had some sort of disease and before I could even say anything, she dragged you away from me before I can even be consoled for my hurt ego! My pillar of emotional support had been taken before my very eyes and I couldn't even approach you because whenever I got near, she would run and hide like I was the plague!

Am I dirty? Am I ugly?

For the past few days I have been staring at myself in the mirror and I can't find anything bad to say about myself. Soft hair, healthy skin, charming blue eyes, well proportioned body--I am what you could call nearly perfect! An art piece! But, in front of this random person I had suddenly become an atrocious virus! There has never been a person who has treated me in such a way!"

Should I laugh? I really wanted to laugh.

You know what? At least he knows he has a big ego. At least he has that much self awareness.

"Leon, you're being ridiculous." I tell him, heaving a long sigh as I shut my eyes exhaustedly.

"Am I? Am I really? Xael's seen it too!" Litheon turned to Xael and widened his eyes as an indication to agree with him.

Xael lets out a low hum of agreement, causing a triumphant smile to bloom on Litheon's expressive face. Well there was no doubt Xael would agree with him. Even I've seen it, but it might just be better to leave him to his own imagination than telling him that Fleur actually becomes shy around him.

"Well, maybe she thought your face was scary? You know, you're not everyone's cup of tea. Don't you know that saying? I think it was something like 'a face only a mother could love'. Perhaps that's what she thought about you?"

"Ryn! H-How could you say something so mean!" He placed a hand on his heart, horrified by my words.

"Hm? It was just an example of a possibility. Don't take it to heart."

Unable to contain himself any longer, Xael snickered, causing Litheon to send him a quick glare.

"Agh! You both are horrible!"

『 8 April x033 』

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Author's note:
Litheon is definitely the drama queen in the group, probably one of the reason why he's my favorite character to write (and also probably why he and Ryenne have so many interactions together).
But, now you know everything that went through Litheon's head during his interaction with Fleur.
Was it anything like how you were expecting?
On another note, I went out for the first time in a while for more than 15 minutes and goodness, I was exhausted.
As a certified homebody, I have gained some vampire-like habits and AVOID THE SUN.
Even when my sister opens the curtains, I'm suffering.
I guess I'll have to start to get used to it though. T-T

Question:
No question this time! Feel free to let me know in the comments what you think of this chapter!

27.8.2021