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Dark Ties
Dark Ties Chapter 9
Tiffany P.O.V
I've known Kim Taeyeon for three years, as mere classmates. But in just five days, I got to know her better, we got closer. But that was where the danger lies. I remembered the first day we both walked into class, bumping into each other on our way in. She cussed before getting up and asking me to watch where I was going, her voice cold and demanding. I mumbled a sorry as she stomped off, leaving me there to stare at her retreating back.
I fumbled to pick up my books. A dark girl bent down, giving me a hand. She was tanned yet surprisingly of an Asian descent. Her brown hair flowing just below her shoulders. And when she turned, her eyes were golden brown. It sparkled with life and joy. Both of which I didn't have. She offered me a hand, one which I gladly took.
"Thanks," I said, smiling as I took my books from her hands. She smiled, one that shone though the darkest clouds. This girl was just the epitome of happiness.
"No problem, glad I could help," her ascent thick as her velvety voice rang through my ears. It was low and husky and even in her voice, they shone and portrayed the joy in her life. "My name's Yuri," she extended her hand. I shook it, a small smile on my lips.
"Tiffany Hwang, call me Tiffany," I said, taking caution to block my name tag as I introduced myself. That name tag was then swiftly removed in the restroom. An excuse was given as to why I didn't have it. The three days detention was worth it's trouble.
Yuri was the first friend I made in that school, the second in my life. Ironically, her life was nothing like mine. With a happy family, her parents and brother never once did let her suffer. She shared with me her stories, ones of her adventures, dates gone wrong and even quarrels with her loved ones. I never did shared back. Maybe because she didn't seem like she'll understand, maybe, I just didn't know if I could trust her or maybe it's just me, and that one incident snatched my one and only friend away. I kept my distance, lying and acting. My whole entire life was a show, with me as the main actress.
Kim Taeyeon paid me no heed. She and her friends, did what they wanted and didn't care about the consequences. When the occasional eye contact was made between us two, the world would come to a standstill. Her eyes held a kind of intensity, as if she was trying to get into my head, to see through the mask I put on my face. I would always break the stare first, shaking my head to clear it. She intrigued me. She sent shivers down my spine when she spoke, when she looked at me, when she walks into the room. The way she held herself like she was better than the rest. It was all mind blowing. She was always in my head, someway or another.
We hardly communicated, only exchanging small talk once in a while. The electricity was between us but neither wanted to break the rules and take a step forward. That night, that one question, made all the borders surrounding us disappear. All the feelings, questions kept inside for three years burst out in a matter of days. Those five days were ones I'll never forget. I'll always remember how she made me feel, how she cared and most importantly how she understood. Trust, if only I could finally give it to her. But now, it's too late.
Taeyeon P.O.V
As much as Tiffany was uncomfortable talking to me in school, her frostiness towards me this morning was nothing natural. Her body language and voice told me nothing was wrong but when I looked into her eyes, there was darkness.
Nothing else.
It always held something else. Passion, questions, sadness. The darkness was always there but it lingered behind, masked by her other feelings. Today, those beautiful chocolate eyes were unfeeling, lifeless and dark. She was brighter than ever before today, laughing at Yuri's jokes, making some of her own. A bright smile played on her lips yet her eyes weren't smiling.
Tiffany was a friend, one that I would protect with my life, one I came to treasure in the past days. But she wasn't letting me. When out eyes met, hers momentarily flicker, a wave of sadness threatening to overflow but in the next second, they were gone. She looked over me, like I wasn't there. Anger surged through my being as I clenched the pen in my hand. I was half tempted to rush over there and ask her what the hell was wrong but my rational half stopped me. Maybe she's just tired.
For three days, Tiffany paid me no heed, treating me like I didn't exist, treating me like before, before we officially got closer, bonded. In a way, it hurts. I didn't know why I cared. Wouldn't it be better without this distraction in my life? My heart couldn't agree on what my mind could.
We didn't meet up, didn't talk and every time I tried to strike a conversation, she ignores me, waving off to someone else, leaving me to stand alone. For the first time in years, I felt frustration. Why the hell is she acting like she didn't know me? Did the five days together meant nothing to her? My blood boiled just thinking about it. My eyes flashed anger, my temper short. Everyone stayed clear of me.
Two days later, I didn't care anymore. If she isn't going to acknowledge my existence, why should I? Life went back to before, just classmates. Nothing more. She did her stuff, I did mine. But her bubbly self still struck a nerve. Just knowing that her real self was suffering, I couldn't help but feel my heart tighten. I brushed the uncomfortable feeling off. She doesn't want me in her life. I shouldn't care. Care only brings about trouble.
But I couldn't help it. Finding myself attracted to her place at night, staying by the side of her gates in my car, looking at the dimly lit house and staring at the second room from the left, watching the lights go off every night. Only then would I drive off. I watched her go to bed every night, just to make sure she's okay. I don't know what the hell was wrong with me but I made a promise that night, even if she doesn't know it.
I won't ever let her get hurt. Never. She'll always be a friend I'll protect for life. It's a stupid promise but I felt compelled to keep it. She's turning my life inside out and screwing every rule in my rule book but I couldn't give a damn. The great Kim Taeyeon was crumbling.
A.N
The chapter I promised you guys! I'm only left with one more paper! I can practically taste freedom!
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