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Chapter 4

I went home and threw my bag on the couch. And was laying on my bed thinking about what happened today. Instead of just pitying myself I hugged the teddy bear on my side and decided to do something about it.

I got up and watched videos of the dance moves, trying to register as much as I can. And set the alarm at 5 am the next morning. I started my day early and reached the college rehearsal hall by 6am. I was dead sure that today I was going to practice it till it was perfect. I did the stretching exercises and began taking spins with the ribbon.

I jumped out many times as I couldn't hold the position with the fear of falling down. This is it. The last time. I will give it my best shot.

Ryan's POV

I am always an hour early to practice my moves.

Solitude is the epic performer's secret.

Just then I heard the door open. Good that the rehearsal hall was slightly divided by the wall covering it 1/4th for the people to change. It was Riley. What was she doing here so early? Then I slowly peeked from the side seeing her start off with the spins. She upheld her integrity to dance. She lost many times but suddenly I saw her facing the mirror and talking to herself.

POV end.

I was tired of jumping out and low on energy but I wanted to give it a last try. I shouted out to myself that this is the last time.

Either Do it well or forget about my respect.

Defeat the Dinosaur! And I ran out with a roll to a height and held the position in mid air for awhile. I noticed somebody standing in the front but didn't pay attention. My head felt dizzy and I came spinning down thinking it would be a bad landing as I was at height. That spinning made me black out....

Ryan's POV

She asserted herself well and started with the run. I came forward to the place to see her. She held well and I was happy that she did it finally. But I saw her facial expression changing and knew that something was wrong.

Suddenly, she lost her grip and came spinning down and I ran towards her. She fell and I caught her just in time. She collapsed right in my arms.

She was lying unconscious in my arm and I was trying to wake her up slightly patting her face. But no response. I grew more worried as to what happened with her. I pulled her bag over and removed her bottled water. Just then her cellphone started buzzing. It was Catherine calling. After a pause, I picked up her phone.

Cathy: Riley, what took you so long to pick up my call? Still worried due to Asian guy?

Ryan: Hello ..I...

Cathy: Who's this? And how are you speaking on her cell, where is she?

Ryan: I am Ryan, her dance teacher. She fainted in the rehearsal hall here. Please come fast.

Cathy: What..oh my god! Just wait, I am nearby the foyer only.

Call ended.

I opened the bottle and took some water in my palm. I sprinkled it lightly on her face. Slight eye moment was seen. She opened her eyes a little and passed a faint smile saying, "I did it" in a weak voice and went unconscious again.

"Stay with me, please, open your eyes Riley", and I sprinkled some more water but of no use. I heard the door open with a bang. It was her friend Catherine.

" What did you do to her now?", she yelled. And before I could say something, she started accusing me. "Why do you have to be so blunt to people? Wasn't being rude enough the first day when she came to thank you. And after that insulting her in front of the whole class? You're such a jerk!". Damn those accusations, I was worrying about Riley still lying in my arms.

I told Catherine to take her home. But she wouldn't let me. After I pleaded she decided, we go in her car. I picked up Riley and proceeded to the car. I laid her down in the back seat and Catherine sat with her.

I took the keys and drove to Riley's house as per Catherine's directions. She unlocked the door and I placed Riley on her bed and covered her with the blanket. Then I dialled my doctor and explained the situation. He said that there was nothing to worry about and that it happens in case the body is under excess physical stress. He advised me to bring some medicines, make sure that she eats well and has proper bed rest.

POV end.

A/N: Omg! Our Riley fainted while dancing and Ryan came just in time to save her. He shouldn't have been a mean guy to the poor Riley... now she is lying unconscious.

And all the accusations by Catherine and her yelling was right...what would anyone do if their best friend was lying there because someone acted like a jerk?!

Despite being a mean guy...Ryan did get scared for her... will he just leave her place or will he stay back and take care of her?

Stay glued for the journey ahead!

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