Never Fade

by Kub and Joann

Chapter 39

What's Bothering You?

*Taipei High*

Hebe was walking in the school hall when suddenly she saw Aaron.. She then smiled and waved to him..

Hebe: Hi Aaron..

Aaron just looked at her and continued to walk off as if he was ignoring her.

Hebe: Huh? What's wrong with him?

During class, all Hebe could do was stare at the back of Aaron's head.. She kept wondering why he ignored her.. Things were going so well.. Selina looked upset and so did Mike.. He was getting irritated at seeing Hebe stare at Aaron.

Selina:(whispering to Ella's ear) I can't belive her.. Does she like Aaron?

Ella: You seem angry.. You don't like him, right?

After class, Hebe and Mike had a talk..

Mike: Are you okay? You don't seem well..

Hebe: Thank you for showing me you care.. (sigh) But I'm sorry..

Mike: What do you mean "sorry?"

Hebe: I know you are here to help, but I can't tell you what my problem is..

Mike: Is it because it has something to do with Aaron?

Hebe paused without a word..

Mike:(chuckle) I knew it.. If you're having troubles you can always discuss your problems with me.. Eventhough, I'm your ex-boyfriend, I can still be your friend.. I'm always here for you..

Mike left the classroom .Hebe continued to stand there..

Hebe's thoughts: "Even Mike noticed.. Still, I wonder what's wrong with Aaron.. He seemed so strange."

*Cafeteria*

During lunch, Hebe sat faintly with Ella and Selina.. Hebe didn't bother to eat.. Selina and Ella stared at her strangely..

Ella: Hebe.. Hebe..

Hebe: Huh? I mean .. What?

Ella: What's bothering you?

Selina: You can tell us..

Hebe saw Aaron from a distance, leaving the cafeteria..

Hebe:(softly) Aaron..

She quickly got up and followed after..

Selina&Ella: Aaron?

Hebe followed Aaron to the beach.. Just as they reached the beach, Aaron finally called her out..

Aaron: I know you're following me..

Hebe: Oh I see..