I decline your business proposal

##Satphire##

This morning, I can only think about Cleon fitting himself inside me. I'd never bled so much in my life, yet I didn't feel attacked. He stated that he dislikes people clinging to him and prefers to be free. It works because I've never relied on others. What will I say today when we meet? Perhaps a "thank you" I don't want to be mean to someone who's seen the worst part of me. "Ahhh" I screamed in excitement. I bathed, got dressed, and proceeded downstairs to wait for Carla. Before long, there was a knock at my door.

Satphire: Come in

Carla: I walk all this way. Of course, I'm coming in.

I laughed as she walked in with jeans, a green collar shirt, and soft curls in a messy bun.

Carla: You look calm? What happened?

Satphire: I had sex with Cleon.

I said, trying to contain my excitement.

Carla: Hmmm, did you now? How was it?

She said, skimming through my closet. Since she had a big fight with her dad, she's been coming to my house instead of waiting at hers in an effort to make Johnny more comfortable. Although I think this boy would pick her up from Hell.

Satphire: Not bad. However, I bled a lot.

Carla: Well, at least you can walk

She teased

Satphire: How was your first time?

She explained the swelling and treatment. Phew, she went through a lot. I'm grateful Cleon did not put me through that.

Carla: Wear this.

She said, handing me a yellow backless dress and Yellow close toes flats.

Satphire: It would look better on your curves.

I could care less about the color Yellow.

Carla: You're right. Why do you have so many shorts in your closet?

Satphire: Because I like them.

Carla: Basketball practice starts again today. You and the gang will have to take the bus.

Satphire: I understand

Carla: You do?

Satphire: Yes, when I was trying to kill you; it was my job to know your activities

Carla: Thank you for not killing me.

She giggled

Satphire: You welcome.

We dressed and went to meet everyone in Johnny's car. Arriving at school, I saw this familiar boy standing by the parking lot. Sarah jumped out of the car running to him.

Sarah: Shawn?

She asked, excited to reunite with her boyfriend. They were dating after Sarah's birthday party, and I wondered what had happened to these two.

Shawn: Oh hey, Sarah

He said, turning around scratching the back of his neck. Didn't his face have pimples, and wore huge glasses?

Sarah: I called, but your number was disconnected. Did you change it?

This girl emerges from one of the parked cars, wearing a cheerleading outfit. I remember her well. She was one of Stephanie's friends. Since Stephanie got expelled. She took over.

Amber: I did.

Shawn: Everyone, this is my girlfriend...

Sarah: We know who she is!

She snapped, not letting him say her name

Carla: How did this happen

Pointing to her and Shawn.

Amber: Simple, really, I wanted a boyfriend. He's cute. I ask, "Do you want to go out with a cheerleader?" He said, "yes." Here we are 3 months later.

Everyone understood but Satphire.

Satphire: Sooooo, you were in a relationship with Sarah; you didn't tell her you guys broke up; you made a new romance? Ha! You must think you're climbing the chart, huh? Stupid! Even a cheerleader can't reach Sarah's status. Let's go, guys, before any of you catch stupidity. Everyone followed Satphire into the building. I felt bad for Sarah. She really liked Shawn. Johnny said nothing. No one said anything. What can you say?

Satphire: You, okay?

She asked as we sat down after grabbing breakfast.

Sarah: I wish to shove all his Damage cells back down his throat.

While putting syrup on her pancakes.

Satphire: Ooouuh, how do we do that?

Satphire asks excitingly while sipping some orange juice in a carton

Johnny: We are not doing that.

Sarah: I know

Johnny: Consider it a lesson. The one that wants to be with you will be with you no matter what, rich or poor.

Sarah: Thank you for your kind word, my king.

No one spoke on the matter further.

##Satphire##

The first-period bell rang; Cleon's class was directly across from me, and Sarah was upstairs.

Sarah: See you later; don't forget, we're taking the bus today.

Cleon: That's cool.

As we walked down the corridor, everyone had something to say to Cleon; by everyone, I mean the girls.

Cleon: Are you okay? You look upset.

Satphire: Silly guy, why would I be upset?

Three girls came wrapping their arms around him, saying he looked good today. I wanted to freeze them in place. Still, he's not mine to get bent out of shape about. Let me just go to class.

Walking into class with everyone's eyes glued to me the entire time. What was their problem? Wasn't it enough I had to play dumb regarding their academics?

Teacher: Good morning, Satphire Montana please have a seat.

I looked around, and the only available seat was the one surrounded by slavering guys.

Guys: Good morning

Satphire: Hi

Group: Oh my God, she's soooo hot.

This continues for every class throughout the day. Humans are so annoying. When school ended, I met up with Carla before practice.

Carla: So, are you and Cleon about to do it again?

Satphire: Um, don't you have practice?

Carla: My coach despises me; please give me something. It'll feel like torture in there.

Satphire: Fine. He said today he would make me climax, so we will see.

Carla: You know what you should try. If you really Wana climax. Have him put his lips on your...

Coach: Carla Brown!

Her coach came interrupting our conversation.

Carla: Yes, Coach! I gotta go. Try it! Had me like 3 times

Satphire: Okay

She said as she ran back to her Coach. I went to get the bus.

Sarah: I started to think you got lost?

She said as I arrived at the bus loop where several students waited for their bus to arrive.

Satphire: Don't be silly

Cleon: Hey

Satphire: Hi

Everyone's jaw dropped seeing me board their bus.

Group of guys: Hey, Satphire, you look amazingly beautiful today.

Satphire: Okay, mortal.

Group: She is so cold. I love it. She can pierce my heart with icebergs anytime.

I found a seat closer to the back. Cleon sat two rows behind me, and Sarah sat by this girl near the front. They seem to know each other quite well. Then this guy came to talk to me. And all I could think about was, "why is he near me?"

Guy: Hey, Do you got a boyfriend?

Satphire: Why does it matter? It won't be you.

Guy: I like that; you're not easy.

I turned my head, staring at the window, not caring he was standing in front of me.

Guy: Can I sit next to you?

Satphire: No

He smiled, taking a seat in front of me

Guy: Something about you appeals to me.

Satphire: Hmmm, is it the chase?

Since the other guys saw me talking to him, they all approached with their own conversation, feeling suffocated and running out of nice Stuff to say When Cleon came sitting by me.

Cleon: Hey, thanks for saving me a seat.

I'm not sure what he did, but I couldn't stop smiling. "Oh my God, I must have looked like an idiot smiling like that."

Cleon: That's a lot of humans.

Satphire: They have been bothering me all day, starting in first period.

I was glad once they saw Cleon, they backed up.

Cleon: I don't know. Some girls like that kind of attention

Satphire: Calling me a girl is insulting enough, please!

He laughed as he inquired about my day. We talked about anything and everything the entire bus ride. How should I ask him to put his mouth on my jewelry box? Will he laugh at me or look at me selfishly? After finishing my homework, Temptation rose as an image of Cleon's room came to mind. "No, Satphire, when he is ready, he will come." I decided to watch a movie to pass the time. Time persuaded me to see what was taking him so long. He lay on his bed, chest out, with a thin blanket covering his lower half. My eyes adjust to the inviting sight before saying.

Satphire: Good evening!

I said casually. He rolled over and rubbed the tiredness from his eyes.

Cleon: Evening, your highness.

Without saying anything else, he went into the bathroom. His room was made up of sporty Stuff, not like mine, that was girly and pink all over. It was previously blue, but I had my earthly dad change it.

I could hear the bath water running. I guess he was taking a shower. His room felt so warm, though, to me, my room is better. His bed felt softer than mine, plus his TV looked bigger too. The bathroom door cracked open to his face and eyes searching for me.

Cleon: Hey, can you get clean underwear for me in my drawer?

Satphire: No, get it yourself. I am not your maid.

I could hear the long sigh... Maybe I should of grab it for him? I decided to go to his drawer to get one for him.

Satphire: Which one?

Cleon: It doesn't matter.

I Grab the black one and hand it to him.

Cleon: Can you come closer? I can't reach it.

Satphire: Just come out. I saw it already; your underwear is on the bed. It's too hot in there.

He walked out with a towel on, looking at me like, "it's not that hard."

Cleon: Yes, princess, what is it you want?

He said while putting on his underwear and sitting on the bed, throwing the towel on a nearby chair. Anger rose out of me because out of all people, He should know why I'm here. I'm not going to say it. It's embarrassing enough. Getting up to leave when his hands grabbed mine, stopping me in place.

Cleon: I'm just joking. Take a joke!

He started laughing. I honestly didn't see what was funny? He pulled me closer, wrapping his hands around my waist and gently putting his head on my stomach.

Cleon: Sit with me?

He smiled, getting my undivided attention. White teeth with a sparkle in his eyes can charm any woman. It took me a second to get out of his eyes.

Cleon: Do you want to watch the movie first or after?

I've been waiting the whole day to ask him to do what Carla suggested.

Satphire: We can, um, watch the movie after.

He nodded, then leaned in, kissing me. Mint flavor filled my taste buds as our lips entwined. He climbs on top of me with no delay. He hadn't even started touching me yet, and I'm getting shortness of breath. He makes me so nervous.

Cleon: Tell me where you feel the most pressure. So, I could relieve it.

He said in between kisses

Satphire: I am not sure.

I responded

Cleon: It's fine. I'll find out.

My heart skipped with the thought of "he'll find out." kissing my abdomen to get a reaction which would dictate where I felt the most pressure. There was a spot he kissed that made my whole body react.

Cleon: It's in your lower abdomen.

I knew that! I just wanted to see how he was going to find out.

Satphire: Okay.

As He kissed me, I felt my body becoming light as a feather.

Cleon: Are you ready?

Satphire: Yeah.

I don't see why he had me grab His underwear just for him to drop it on the floor. He was measuring something with his fingers to my private. Then he inserted.

Cleon: Ah

He looked as if he was in pain

Cleon: Drop your guard. It's just us. Honestly, you're hurting me. Think of water, not ice.

Satphire: Sorry, okay I'm thinking of water.

Cleon: Now you're a broken fire hydrant. Sigh No, that's not it.

Satphire: I thought you said to think of water?

Cleon: Yes, but... Sigh okay. Your body produces its own moisture. You don't have to do anything. Don't use your powers; enjoy the moment, okay. I've calculated your spots. You should start feeling good if you stop with all these defenses.

I shook my head, yes, feeling so embarrassed. I can't believe I soaked his bed, not in a good way, either.

Cleon: Okay, good! Let me just...

Oh my God, what was this? He knew exactly where to hit. It didn't hurt like last time. I grabbed a pillow to cover my mouth from my unpleasant sounds; what was coming over me? After a while, I pulled him closer to my chest and released my built-up pressure, scratching his back in the process.

Satphire: I am so sorry

Cleon: Don't worry about it. You're not the first.

Satphire: But claws came out.

I said, hiding my face with a pillow

Cleon: They really did.

He then laid down on the wet bed, our heads on opposite ends. With only thin blankets concealing our naked truth

Cleon: At first, when I met your old man, I thought he was crazy

Satphire: Why is that? hahaha

Cleon: He openly told the king and queen that yall were trying to kill Carla.

Satphire: My clan is pretty honest

Cleon: Cockiness is what I would call it?

Satphire: Yeah.

I playfully kicked him while laughing.

Satphire: Everyone has a clan or a colony. Do you miss yours?

Cleon: Um. Ahem.

He said while clearing his throat, avoiding emotions.

Cleon: Sometimes, I know they are out there. When I meet one of my kind, I'll give her children, so we can regrow the colony again.

Satphire: Until then, no one is worth your legacies?

Cleon: Nope.

"It's fine; I don't care," I persuaded myself.

Cleon: I know that a wife is supposed to be untouched; When you meet your husband, tell him, "I am sorry," I was being a good friend.

"Weird, why was my chest tightening?" I thought as I recited, "I still don't care who said I wanted his kids or to be his wife anyways?"

Cleon: Are you ready?

Satphire: For what?

Cleon: There Was two spot in your abdomen that needs Release.

Satphire: But first, I wanted to ask.

Cleon: What?

Satphire: Carla explained something to me, That I wanted to try?

Cleon: What?

Satphire: She said you would need to put your mouth...

Cleon: Oh, you're talking about oral?

Satphire: I think so.

Cleon: Yeah, no, that's for lovers. Me and you are not lovers, princess; I'm just a good friend.

Satphire: That you are.

He came to where I was lying and started to kiss me again. Somehow, this time our kiss felt sad, and I wondered why? The natural high he gives me when I am around him mellowed down after our talk. My heart kept aching. Looking at him now, I saw his silence, no noise from pleasure; maybe this was another simple duty that came along with this mission. He's my friend, I know that. So, why did it hurt me so much when he said it out loud? I did climax, but this time I cried.

Cleon: I guess they are right when they say you cum so good you cry.

I gave him a smile, put on my clothes, and hurried to my room.

##Carla##

I really hate my coach, she is unessacerely rude. I was getting my gym clothes out of my locker when the coach announced I was too grown to wear the same shorts as the other girls. I'll admit my body got curvier since Johny and I were intimate. My breast grew, and my booty looked more round. Even so, she could have pulled me aside and told me that, not in front of my team. I love playing, but I hate the coach. I am unsure if I'll stay back for practice today.

Mom: Hey honey

Carla: Hi, mom

I was getting ready to go to school when my mom walked into my room to find me stressing over today. Ugh, Tuesday is the worst.

Mom: Are you stressed, honey?

Carla: With this stupid coach, yes!

Mom: The doctor said you may experience some mood swings as a side effect of birth control. So whenever you feel overwhelmed, calm down.

Carla: I'll keep that in mind.

I hurried to Satphire's house. Johny and I had agreed it would be best to pick me up there. That way, my dad couldn't embarrass me, The door was left open, so I went in. I made my way to Satphire room.

Satphire: Hey.

Carla: So

Satphire: Epic failure?

Carla: Aw man, I'm sure you would have liked it.

Satphire: He got his rules.

Carla: Oh, He doesn't do that?

Satphire: We're just friends, he said, not lovers

Carla: Ouch

Satphire: Yup, but I don't care

Carla: Hmmm, I don't know ...

Satphire: What?

Carla: I think you like him.

Satphire: No, I don't. I had some cramps he fixed them. It was a business exchange.

Carla: I guess if "the business" was your hooha. I wonder if Johny would use his lips on me today? This stupid birth control shot got me feeling like I was on edge.

Satphire: Hahaha, no comment

We walked outside to where everyone else was.

Johny: Morning, babe.

I giggled as he leaned in to kiss me. I can't believe that's my husband. I want to tell my parents, but I don't know how? Cleon was already in the car, and I decided to let Satphire sit in the front. As we made our way to school.

##satphire##

I know she sat in the back to help me out. She was very thoughtful. We made it to school, and everyone parted due to different responsibilities and classes.

##Johny##

Johny: Cleon come with me.

Cleon: Okay

Johny: What's going on between you and Satphire?

Cleon: Nothing. Why?

Johny: You not hitting that?

Cleon: Oh, that, naw, it's not like that. She needed a release, so I helped, that's all.

Johny: Hmmm

Cleon: Dead serious.

Johny: Really?

Cleon: I know my place. She's a princess. I'm sure she doesn't like who might just be the last leopard alive.

Johny: You touch her, and she hasn't torn you to shreds. It could only mean she likes you.

Cleon: I'm sure she doesn't like who might just be the

last leopard alive.

Johny: I'm more than certain she does.

Cleon: If you say so. Say, how does one get a car? It's

really annoying catching the bus.

Johny: Honestly, I thought Satphire would have an issue with it, not you

He didn't say much just kept looking straight, which made me think

Johny: Are you getting a car because of Satphire's uncomfortability.

Cleon: How do I get my license.

He said, ignoring my question.

Johny: I know the driving teacher. I'll arrange it.

Cleon: Good

##SATPHIRE##

This mission on earth was a waste of time. The king and Queen aren't in danger. I lost my virtue to someone who will never see me more than a friend.

Group of guys: Hi

The group of guys spits out soon as they see me.

Satphire: Ok, what do you want?

I said, walking to an empty desk.

Group of Guy: Okay, then we will just say it. If you would date anyone in the school, who would it be?

Satphire: Ugh, You guys are idiots

I said, looking away. Why was Cleon the only one that came to mind? Am I clingy? When I got to my class hallway, I saw Johny talking to his coach but wasn't Cleon with him? As I kept walking, there was this body structure I knew very well, pinning a cheerleader against the wall. Making out like some wild animal.

Satphire: Honestly, You guys are blocking the bathroom.

Cleon? No, it can't be Cleon? Why was he doing here with her, no less?

Satphire: Are you going to keep staring at me or MOVE?

I continued making my way to the bathroom, showing I didn't care. Sadly He didn't belong to me. I stayed in the bathroom, feelings bottled up, waiting for the bell to ring. I didn't have anything to say to him. I spent the whole day trying to ignore him, no explanation necessary; Doubtful, He's even looking for me. School finally ended, persuading me to go see Carla at practice.

Carla: You came to see me?

Satphire: Yeah, sure

I said, standing by the courts. They were playing outside today. Several girls in shorts running up and down the court.

Carla coach: We are not here to socialize. Get your head in the game.

Why was she talking to Carla like that? Why was Carla taking it? Cleon has been incognito all day. Maybe he's having pleasurable sex with that cheerleader I saw earlier. I'm sure she is not hard to please. I giggled to myself.

Carla: You know what, coach? I'm done! I'm a dam good player, more than your sorry niece. She can take my spot if you want her to lead so bad. Ima go play for Piper. They've been asking me anyways.

Carla: Come on, let's go. Heard your boy toy just got his license, most likely he bought himself a car

Satphire: I could care less.

I said, frowning at her, calling him my boy toy.

Carla: Johny is still in practice. Do you want to walk home?

Satphire: In this heat, are you crazy?

I was surprised to see Cleon coming toward us

Cleon: Where is Johny?

Carla: Johny should be right out.

Cleon: I brought his car back. I took care of everything. They are gonna deliver my car to me.

Carla: That's great!

Cleon: Hey

He said while looking at me

Satphire: Hi

I responded casually

##Satphire##

We waited in silence until Johnny came out of practice.

Johnny: I heard it's green.

Cleon: That money green.

The two of them laughed as they conducted their idiotic handshake.

Johnny: It better be. I can't believe you dug into your money to get that car.

Cleon: You've got to do what you've got to do.

I don't know why this cat stared at me when he said that.

Johnny: Let's go.

Carla: We should go to the beach.

Johnny: Right now?

Carla: Yep

Johnny: Alright. Cleon, you're driving.

Cleon: I got you.

Apparently, no one asks for my opinion. When we got to the beach, which took us 20 minutes to get there, by the way. Carla remembered we had no swimsuits.

Satphire: Just go in with your bra and panties. Isn't it the same thing?

Carla: I guess

Carla and I went to a nearby store and bought a two-piece black swimsuit. The water always made me feel at home. While swimming, I noticed the protection fence. Curiosity as to why the fence captured my attention, entirely neglecting the hungry shark that grazed me on its way to finding its next meal.

Carla: You were gone for a while.

She said to me, returning to the group

Satphire: Water brings me peace.

Cleon: You're bleeding.

He said, grabbing my left arm where the shark had grazed.

Satphire: Oh yeah, there was this shark...

Cleon: A shark!

He freaked.

Satphire: That's what I just said! I don't know why you keep asking me these stupid questions.

He turned around, saying nothing. A few minutes later, some people asked us if we wanted to play volleyball. Carla and Johny went, and I stayed back.

Cleon: What's your problem?

Satphire: Do I look like I've got a problem, friend?

Cleon: I swear you get upset over nothing.

I heard him say as I lay back down, placing my school clothes on my face,

Cleon: Ouuhh, ladies, I like that bathing suit.

I took the clothes off my face enough to catch a glimpse of his conversation. Both girls giggled and encircled their arms around his waist, calling him good-looking while he put his hands around their necks.

"Satphire, you don't care," I kept repeating as I put the clothes back on my face, yet I could feel heat coming from my eyes. Was I crying? Uh, uh, that's not me. I got up and found two bachelors. Beer pong was being played on nearby tables as palm trees served as a backdrop.

Satphire: Hey, boys!

They both look like muscleheads. Can they be twins? Both of them share similar appearances. Their shirts are different colors; one is blue, and the other is red.

Blue: Today is our lucky day.

Red: You're sexy, mommy!

Satphire: I know. Tell me something else.

Blue: I would slurp every part of you.

Satphire: Promise?

Johnny came and joined the conversation.

Johnny: Yoooo

Blue/Red: Yoooo

Carla: What are you doing here?

Positioning herself beside me

Satphire: Talking to these guys

I said while pointing at the two idiots screaming, "Yeah," taking shots of alcohol with every terrible attempt for the ball to go into the cup.

Carla: Where is Cleon?

Satphire: He left with two females.

The blue guy came, grabbing my waist and rudely bumping Carla.

Blue: Now, where were we?

Out of annoyance, I violently twist his arm away from me.

Satphire: Did I give you permission to touch me?

From the intensity of the pain, he was forced to his knees. Meanwhile, His idiot brother was cheering me on.

Red: Omg! That is so hot.

When he laid his head on my stomach like Cleon did yesterday, I let go of his arm.

Carla: Mama, you are crying.

I didn't even realize that I was crying until the tears had already begun to fall.

Blue: It's official; you're the one!

With no effort, I shook off his grasp.

Red: I'll agree with whatever you want.

I didn't realize Cleon saw the whole thing. I walked back, picked up my clothes, and waited for them in the car.

Johny: So those brothers wanted me to give you their number.

While handing me a piece of paper, settling into the driver's seat.

Cleon: Did they?

Carla: They say pick a ring; they have found their soul mate.

Cleon: Interesting, both of them?

Carla: Haha, twins are good at sharing.

I said nothing. The sunset looked so peaceful. I got home, took a shower, and climbed into bed.

Cleon: Hey, are you asleep?

Satphire: Wide awake, you?

Cleon: I couldn't help but notice that something is troubling you.

Satphire: You noticed, huh?

Cleon: You could talk to me. I'll listen, you know.

Satphire: You're such a good friend.

I turn away to not burden him with my pain.

Cleon: Was it about this morning?

Satphire: What about this morning?

I said without adjusting my gaze.

Cleon: That cheerleader. I understand you're a princess, and I am a general. We can't have anything.

How could he mention our status right now? Several had lowered themselves to be with the one they loved.

Satphire: Do you think I am that shallow, general?

Cleon: I just mean that...

Satphire: I know what you mean. Everything you have done has been purely out of duty, nothing else.

I turned around to look at him, confirming how delusional I was.

Cleon: I don't know what's wrong, but you keep crying.

These stupid tears keep escaping my eyes without my permission.

Satphire: You're clueless.

I turn around, facing the wall again.

Cleon: If it's about you not being married at your age, Look at today. Any man would love to be with you. Crazy or not.

He giggled

Satphire: Everything is a joke to you.

Cleon: Anyone would love...

Satphire: Make love to me?

I ask without letting him finish, knowing what the answer will be.

Cleon: No

Satphire: Then oral me?

Cleon: What's wrong with you?

I turn around to face him again while sitting up on the bed.

Satphire: I don't want those guys! Just leave.

Cleon: Then tell me what you want.

He expressed wanting to get closer to my bed.

Satphire: I'm afraid I can't say it.

I admit, with tears soaking my face. Cleon remained in place, denying me my privacy.

Cleon: Can I ask you something?

Satphire: No

Cleon: Was it because of me you cried today?

I kept silent, afraid of what I'd admit if I spoke.

Cleon: Do you find me that repulsive? I saw when he put his head on your belly. Did I offend you this morning?

How could he think he disgusted me?

Satphire: I cried because the one I want doesn't want me back. I'll need to cope with that.

Cleon: Damn, you still on, Johnny?

There is absolutely no way he was that stupid.

Satphire: I'm a fool in every way.

I turned and laid back down.

Cleon: So, you're going to tell him how you feel?

Satphire: I just did.

There was a silence followed by a deep sigh.

Cleon: I know

If he knew, why did he let me say all that?

Satphire: I should find someone I could bear children for.

Cleon: I agree.

He got up and left my room.

##Satphire##

We waited in silence until Johnny came out of practice.

Johnny: I heard it's green.

Cleon: That money green.

The two of them laughed as they conducted their idiotic handshake.

Johnny: It better be. I can't believe you dug into your money to get that car.

Cleon: You've got to do what you've got to do.

I don't know why this cat stared at me when he said that.

Johnny: Let's go.

Carla: We should go to the beach.

Johnny: Right now?

Carla: Yep

Johnny: Alright. Cleon, you're driving.

Cleon: I got you.

Apparently, no one asks for my opinion. When we got to the beach, which took us 20 minutes to get there, by the way. Carla remembered we had no swimsuits.

Satphire: Just go in with your bra and panties. Isn't it the same thing?

Carla: I guess

Carla and I went to a nearby store and bought a two-piece black swimsuit. The water always made me feel at home. While swimming, I noticed the protection fence. Curiosity as to why the fence captured my attention, entirely neglecting the hungry shark that grazed me on its way to finding its next meal.

Carla: You were gone for a while.

She said to me, returning to the group

Satphire: Water brings me peace.

Cleon: You're bleeding.

He said, grabbing my left arm where the shark had grazed.

Satphire: Oh yeah, there was this shark...

Cleon: A shark!

He freaked.

Satphire: That's what I just said! I don't know why you keep asking me these stupid questions.

He turned around, saying nothing. A few minutes later, some people asked us if we wanted to play volleyball. Carla and Johny went, and I stayed back.

Cleon: What's your problem?

Satphire: Do I look like I've got a problem, friend?

Cleon: I swear you get upset over nothing.

I heard him say as I lay back down, placing my school clothes on my face,

Cleon: Ouuhh, ladies, I like that bathing suit.

I took the clothes off my face enough to catch a glimpse of his conversation. Both girls giggled and encircled their arms around his waist, calling him good-looking while he put his hands around their necks.

"Satphire, you don't care," I kept repeating as I put the clothes back on my face, yet I could feel heat coming from my eyes. Was I crying? Uh, uh, that's not me. I got up and found two bachelors. Beer pong was being played on nearby tables as palm trees served as a backdrop.

Satphire: Hey, boys!

They both look like muscleheads. Can they be twins? Both of them share similar appearances. Their shirts are different colors; one is blue, and the other is red.

Blue: Today is our lucky day.

Red: You're sexy, mommy!

Satphire: I know. Tell me something else.

Blue: I would slurp every part of you.

Satphire: Promise?

Johnny came and joined the conversation.

Johnny: Yoooo

Blue/Red: Yoooo

Carla: What are you doing here?

Positioning herself beside me

Satphire: Talking to these guys

I said while pointing at the two idiots screaming, "Yeah," taking shots of alcohol with every terrible attempt for the ball to go into the cup.

Carla: Where is Cleon?

Satphire: He left with two females.

The blue guy came, grabbing my waist and rudely bumping Carla.

Blue: Now, where were we?

Out of annoyance, I violently twist his arm away from me.

Satphire: Did I give you permission to touch me?

From the intensity of the pain, he was forced to his knees. Meanwhile, His idiot brother was cheering me on.

Red: Omg! That is so hot.

When he laid his head on my stomach like Cleon did yesterday, I let go of his arm.

Carla: Mama, you are crying.

I didn't even realize that I was crying until the tears had already begun to fall.

Blue: It's official; you're the one!

With no effort, I shook off his grasp.

Red: I'll agree with whatever you want.

I didn't realize Cleon saw the whole thing. I walked back, picked up my clothes, and waited for them in the car.

Johny: So those brothers wanted me to give you their number.

While handing me a piece of paper, settling into the driver's seat.

Cleon: Did they?

Carla: They say pick a ring; they have found their soul mate.

Cleon: Interesting, both of them?

Carla: Haha, twins are good at sharing.

I said nothing. The sunset looked so peaceful. I got home, took a shower, and climbed into bed.

Cleon: Hey, are you asleep?

Satphire: Wide awake, you?

Cleon: I couldn't help but notice that something is troubling you.

Satphire: You noticed, huh?

Cleon: You could talk to me. I'll listen, you know.

Satphire: You're such a good friend.

I turn away to not burden him with my pain.

Cleon: Was it about this morning?

Satphire: What about this morning?

I said without adjusting my gaze.

Cleon: That cheerleader. I understand you're a princess, and I am a general. We can't have anything.

How could he mention our status right now? Several had lowered themselves to be with the one they loved.

Satphire: Do you think I am that shallow, general?

Cleon: I just mean that...

Satphire: I know what you mean. Everything you have done has been purely out of duty, nothing else.

I turned around to look at him, confirming how delusional I was.

Cleon: I don't know what's wrong, but you keep crying.

These stupid tears keep escaping my eyes without my permission.

Satphire: You're clueless.

I turn around, facing the wall again.

Cleon: If it's about you not being married at your age, Look at today. Any man would love to be with you. Crazy or not.

He giggled

Satphire: Everything is a joke to you.

Cleon: Anyone would love...

Satphire: Make love to me?

I ask without letting him finish, knowing what the answer will be.

Cleon: No

Satphire: Then oral me?

Cleon: What's wrong with you?

I turn around to face him again while sitting up on the bed.

Satphire: I don't want those guys! Just leave.

Cleon: Then tell me what you want.

He expressed wanting to get closer to my bed.

Satphire: I'm afraid I can't say it.

I admit, with tears soaking my face. Cleon remained in place, denying me my privacy.

Cleon: Can I ask you something?

Satphire: No

Cleon: Was it because of me you cried today?

I kept silent, afraid of what I'd admit if I spoke.

Cleon: Do you find me that repulsive? I saw when he put his head on your belly. Did I offend you this morning?

How could he think he disgusted me?

Satphire: I cried because the one I want doesn't want me back. I'll need to cope with that.

Cleon: Damn, you still on, Johnny?

There is absolutely no way he was that stupid.

Satphire: I'm a fool in every way.

I turned and laid back down.

Cleon: So you're going to tell him how you feel?

Satphire: I just did.

There was a silence followed by a deep sigh.

Cleon: I know

If he knew, why did he let me say all that?

Satphire: I should find someone I could bear children for.

Cleon: I agree.

He got up and left my room.