So, as the class erupted in laughter and everyone rushed out , one guy , Alex , waited behind and helped Debbie untangle herself from the projector screen . He was laughter too , but trying to stifle it out of politeness .
Hey,you okay ? he asked , holding back a chuckle .
So, Debbie , still flustered and embarrassed , snapped at Alex , "Look , I'm fine , okay ? Just leave me alone . "She finally managed to untangle herself from the screen and stood up , trying to salvage what was left of her dignity .
Alex was taken aback , but only for a moment . "Sorry , didn't mean to bother you , " he said with a shrug , and turned to leave .
Debbie immediately felt a pang of regret , but her embarrassment and pride kept her from apologizing . "Whatever ", she muttered under her breath as she watched Alex walk away .
Little did Debbie know , Alex was smiling to himself as he walked out of the classroom . "Guess she needs a bit more time to warm up ,"he thought to himself . "Challenge accepted ,"