The class 11th A was engaged in a Maths lecture. The teacher droned on about geometrical concepts,"And like this we can make an incircle from a definite poi.." he paused. He noticed something at the back bench of class. A boy was sleeping soundlessly, without any sign of listening to him. He moved towards him, his footsteps echoed in the silent class. He bent forward, with a gap of inch from the boys face he murmured," Having a nice dream, sir Aien"
The boy replied in his sleep," yes... indeed one.."but within a shock his eyes snapped due to the sudden question. He was startled to see the teacher near him. It was Aien all teachers favourite student, in terms of mischievousness. He was short heighted, bright face and a shrewd nature. He also has a quick pace.
The teacher smiled," Oh look what have I done. I broke Sir Aien's precious sleep." Aien stammered," Sirrr.., Accctually.." Teacher suddenly slams on the bench causing a thundering sound, changing his appealing expression to scowl." Shut up" he thunders by making Aien speechless " Don't Utter a word. Do you come to school for sleeping? Now go stand outside,you must have enjoyed the rest."
Aien with a dullness on his face moves out. The corridor was quite, except for the muffled Chatter from other classes.
He started to look here and there. Suddenly He watches a delivery person carry strange, unmarked boxes toward the storage room.He was firstly suspicious about this but before he could think or act ,The bell rangs, and the class was over.
The teacher left for his next class. He appears at the door, beckoning Aien to go back with a furious nod and lefts.
As Aien passes the front benches and gets back,A mockery voice says"Heehe see our sleeping Beauty has come . May be going back to sleep until another prince comes ". It was Nitz ,a pampered boy with richness also a loud mouth. Aien gazes at him without any significant expression,"Yay waiting for my prince. It's still better to wait rather than hearing a foul mouth dogs barking. Oh it's really itching my ears just by few words."
Nitz Happy grin was suddenly changed to a regretful embarrassment. He was about to give a back answer but Someone interrupted.
It was the class president Hiraka, having a great physique, disciplined eyes and a mature nature perfect for his position.
He enters the class and calls out,"Everyone listen here" gaining attention with his piercing voice," I am here to deliver a notice. It might be a bit shocking to hear but this is the headmaster s order. On December 11th our school is going for a trip .The place will be a surprise.So you have do a good planning due to this unexpected Journey."
Hearing the announcement the whole class was on fire. Everyone started to discuss about it and the sound was already heard to a huge distance.
Hearing the commotion in the class the homeroom teacher Mr kazi entered. He bellowed," hey what's happening here? Why there is such vociferate?" Hiraka explains the situation.
" Ok, but why are you making noise. Yes the trip place is secret but I am clearly explaining the rules. No classy clothes, wear your Uniform and also electric gadgets are not allowed. No toxic or drinking material..."
Suddenly the final bell rings . Hearing the bells call everyone got excited and prepared to leave " wait wait let me finish" Mr kazi says," No one will bring alcohols or other stuffs and also arrived before the time."And the lecture ends.
Aien and others were moving out from the class when suddenly a boy catches Aien from behind." Hey buddy Guess who?" he says. "Don't fool me kito. It's already 11th time you're doing this. aren't you tired of this."
It was Kito, Aien's best friend. He was taller than him and also charismatic and outstanding in sports.
"Oh my Aien! I got caught again." Kito's laugh boomed, echoing through the hollow hallway" Why don't act a bit mature. You are already in 1st year of highschool."shrugs Aien while adjusting his uniform. Kito putting his hand on Aien shoulder, " who says? The one slept between lectures and was out for while." Aien suspiciously looks at kito ," Who told you about this?" Suddenly another hand came on his shoulder from other side
"Who else? Don't you know?"
It was Enori his another friend, studing in same class. He was thin,had glowing skin and a dull glass on his face making him more cute.
" Oh man I forgot about the traitor of our group. I mean the gossip Queen." says Aien."Hey don't be rude to me. I'm only helping you from getting to the wrong side." Says Enori." Well how can this help me ? Can you explain?" Asks Aien. Enori says," like if you ....." He was intrupted by a sharp pitch voice.
" Are you leaving me" a scream came from behind.
From the above stairs. It was weng the vice class president and member of their group. Kito shrugs in a cool way," No my dear weng. We were going to wait at the gate..."
Weng quickly went towards them," Don't you lie to me" he says," I know you forgot about me." After this all the four meet and were walking out of school .
As they moved toward the school gates, the noise of the trip announcement still echoed in the distance. To Aien, the "surprise trip" didn't sound like an adventure; it sounded like three days of being trapped in a high-stimulation environment with nowhere to recharge.
Kito sees Aien dull reaction.
" Aren't you excited for the trip?" He questions in a humour. " What is exciting about the trip. I don't want to stay out in such place were electronics are not allowed." He replies
Maybe the place will be interesting," Enori suggested, pushing his glasses up. "It's a 'surprise,' remember? Could be a hilly site or a nature reserve. Not everything needs a screen, Aien."
"Easy for you to say, Enori, you probably have a mental library to keep you occupied," Aien shot back, adjusting his backpack strap. "Three days with no phone, no music... just people. Ugh." Weng starting grin at Aien's situation," Are you really that mad for phones or gadgets." Aien gaves a disconsolate reaction.
Aien sighed, looking up at the sky as they exited the school gates. The idea of a quiet weekend at home, listening to music and tinkering with gadgets, was a much more appealing prospect. The trip felt less like a vacation and more like a social endurance test.
"Let's just get home first," Aien muttered, rubbing his temples. "Then I can brainstorm ways to 'survive' this unexpected journey." Suddenly there was a call from back." Hey you f**** Aien. Did you thought that you can escape after mocking me." Standing outside near a tree was Nitz and his friends.
"Why the hell are you swearing piggy. Did Aien gave you any lesson."says Kito with a smirk on face. " You little b******* I am not going to leave you like this. I will beat every f****** friend of his." Says Nitz annoyingly. As he rushed towards Aien ,backing his hand and making a punching stance. Before the punch was about to connect Aien somebody caught it.
It was Hikara, the last member of group,Yay the class president. He smiles ," look at my dear Nitz , trying to pull out a move against my friend." He started to twist his hand with his strong grip. " Uggh leave me ... Don't you aggh.. leave ..." Says Nitz trying to pull his hands from Hikara' s grip.
Hikara slowly losses his grip and pushed him with his palm. Nitz falls on the ground, making his hand scratch at elbow and forearms.
Nitz friends helps him stand and within second rushed from there.Nitz glared at the five yelling,"Lucky b***** I will leave this time,but rather remember this. You are not going to have a peaceful trip
"Tch, look at them run," Kito chuckled, crossing his arms over his chest as he watched Nitz and his lackeys scramble down the street. "They bark loud, but their bite is as soft as a marshmallow."
Hiraka adjusted his collar, his expression returning to its usual disciplined calm. "Violence outside the school gates still reflects poorly on the class," he said, though his eyes held a hint of amusement. "But I couldn't exactly let him ruin Aien's face before the trip. We need him looking decent for the group photos."
Aien brushed some invisible dust off his sleeve, his pulse still a bit fast from the sudden confrontation. "Thanks, Hiraka. Though I'm pretty sure I could have outrun him. You know I've got the pace."
"Outrunning him wouldn't have stopped his big mouth," Enori added, his glasses catching the glint of the afternoon sun. " Don't worry Enori my pace also helps in facing such dumpsters." Shrugged Aien.
"Whatever" says Weng," Let's get to our home, Tommorow we have a lot to discuss for the trip."and the five started to move.As they reached the crossroads where they usually split up, the gloom that had settled over Aien began to lift, if only slightly. He still dreaded the lack of technology, but looking at his four friends—the athlete, the scholar, the vice-president, and the president—he realized the trip might be a nightmare, but at least he wouldn't be dreaming alone.
The sun of the city was about to set and the friends had already parted their way to home. Next day was going to be a day for the preparation of the trip,meant for being a very important one. With this the day bound to an end.
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