Expected Outcome

"Please, can you lend me that book you're reading? Just for a day, no, three days! Please!"

Edward's diligent voice echoed across the classroom, causing every eyes to fall on the both of us. I was certain it wasn't his intention to draw attention to us, but his loud and serious tone made that inevitable.

Now everyone awaited my verdict. It would be nice of me to accept his request, but that wasn't the public opinion. Everyone in the class, with the exception of a few who couldn't be bothered, shot Edward somewhat disgusted glances.

Why?

After challenging me and losing, he dared to approach me for a favor. That was the height of shamelessness, was it not? I was certain Edward knew the implications of his actions, but his firm face showed no signs of backing down. Afterall, for his dear friend, he was willing to suffer any form of persecution… so long as he got what he wanted.

"Hmm… why do you want the book? You don't strike me as someone who would like something like this?"