not so typical day

"humans paint so as to create beautiful and memorable pieces to be shared with others. Sometimes they paint just to create a world that they wish to live in and that art is our way of expressing our deepest feelings and desires, and I think that it brings us closer to each other and to ourselves."

That's what at least Gerald think....

Gerald Reizen one of the pride of at Saint Palantine Academy. His art was a source of pride for the school, and his mysterious disappearance three years ago only added to the mystique surrounding his work. I had always admired the pride he took in his art, and as the years passed by, I found myself more and more inspired by his work. I couldn't help but dream of someday achieving the level of artistry that he did.

I never dreamt to get accepted in one of the most prestigious schools in the city. The grand school towered before me, as if mocking me for daring to think that someone like me would ever be worthy of studying here.

Maybe it was all a dream, I thought. But when I pinched my arm, it hurt. So it must be real. "This is too good to be true!" I mumbled to myself, filled with excitement, joy and gratitude. I took a deep breath and decided to savor the moment. I could hardly believe that I'd made it! And I was just getting started.

A wave of self-doubt threatened to consume me, but I took a deep breath" I couldn't believe that it was really happening! I'm here! I made it “I reached the dormitory and grasped the doorknob!

"Oh no!" I thought as soon as I noticed the bucket of paint suspended overhead.

It was too late for me to back away or duck. Realizing I will be covered with paint I closed my eyes waiting for the paint to fall off me but I then felt someone pushed me right underneath it

"What sort of weirdo pinched their own cheeks? “said the girl with a long silver hair tied in tuxedo braid that reaches out her waist with warm gray eyes and large circular glasses, wearing a pristine white uniform with a cloak as she slightly tilting her head “and why are you here in the boys dormitory? “She added as she tried to wipe off the paint off her cheek

Did she....pushed me out of the way, taking the brunt of the paint instead?

I felt bad....

“Those jerks pulling prank like this! How dare they slash paint on the student council vice president? “the girl with long silver hair yelled angrily as she took off her cloak covered with green paint

"Student council? "I thought to myself as I stared at her blankly and lost in thoughts.

We just stared at each other not saying a word

“Perhaps you're one of those fan girls who push themselves to-“

"I thought it this was the girl’s dormitory" I tried to explain

“I won't buy lame excuses, if you're here just to get male attention then—"she said as she continue trying to remove the paint of her hair

"You're covered with paint... Because of me, I'm sorry" I said and was about to reach her out when she held my hand stopping me and pulled me hard towards her

"Don't you realize that you're trespassing in the boys' dormitory? Have some dignity, woman."

I was about to reply, thanking her that she had saved me from getting covered in paint. But I thought, ". I'm not that type of girl!!! Ahh Forget it. I won't say thanks” I sad as I pulled my hands away from her

I decided to stay silent, not wanting to cause any more tension or conflict

"alright suit yourself"

"At least could you have told me where to go before you leave please?"

"I only went out my way here because Gabriel said so"

What's wrong with her? This is a boy’s dormitory? Then why is she here? Isn’t she here to escort me? No???"

"There aren't any more classes today, so you should head for the dorm first," the girl advised before she turned her back on me as I just follow her with my gaze as she walk away from me“

"But why was she being all rude to me?" I wondered. "Is there something I did to upset her? Or is there something else going on that I'm not aware of?" I wasn't sure what her deal was,

"I still couldn't believe that someone had taken the paint for me," I thought

It felt like she had taken a bullet for me, protecting me from a potentially embarrassing situation" I should definitely thank her next time."

Regardless, her act of kindness had made a lasting impression on me, and I knew I wanted to show my appreciation.

“its getting dark already”I whispered as I walk my way out to the dorm

I hesitated, wondering which way to go.

The path I had taken had brought me past the pond, and I couldn't find any signage indicating the direction of the dorm. I didn't want to look like an idiot, but I was lost in a strange place

As I stood there, looking up into the sky, I felt a gentle yet chilly breeze sweep past me, sending my hair swaying softly.

"How beautiful “I saw ripples on the lake glittered in the sunlight as if the surface was adored with millions of gemstones

“How lovely "but this can't be the way to the dorm “I said to myself

As I was just about to turn around when the figure of a person caught my eye He was standing on the shore gazing towards the lake wearing the school uniform, cloak and all with his back on me

Just like that girl had. Perhaps he's one of the student council

Wonder what he's up to ...maybe he can help me .I thought to myself

The boy leaned forward bringing his face close and closer to the surface "Wait!" I yelled in panicked

“He’s going to fall in" I held my breath as he crouched down towards the water

“Wait he's doing it on purpose" What is this? He's going to drown himself.

I've got to stop him! I sprinted as fast as I could kicking up the dirt behind me as I frantically rushed towards him

" In a moment of panic, I crashed into someone and instinctively threw my arms around him in desperation. In that brief moment, I caught a glimpse of his face, his eyes wide open in shock and his mouth agape. The next thing I knew, we were plummeting into the frigid water, the force of our fall sending shockwaves throughout my body. I struggled to stay afloat, the weight of my drenched uniform making my efforts even more difficult. In a state of panic, I cried out "Help! I'm drowning!"

Pulled me down "am I really going to die like this? “In the midst of my panic I felt a tug in my arm Huh?

"It's shallow enough to stand, ''he said as he looked down on me.

He was right the water was so shallow it wouldn't even reach my waist in a setting posture Huh? how stupid I could be to almost drown like this

I immediately fixed my glasses and fixed my posture

Water run down His eyes sparkled with a brilliant turquoise color as they peeked out from behind his wet bangs. When I looked into his eyes, I sensed a warmth and kindness.

Why would someone like this want to kill himself anyway? “I thought

I couldn't help but wonder why someone as beautiful as him would want to die.

"Mind getting off me “he said With a gentle smile,

."Oh"I completely forgot I was leaning on top of him

"Forgive me "I scrambled to stand up and got away from him

He stood up and squeezed as much water as he could from his Cloak. Looking back at me his one eye peered through his bangs, drawing me in His gaze made my heart skip a beat

Anyways I can't let him kill himself.i shook my head

"Um..." I struggled to find the right words to say to someone who seemed sad and depressed. Finally, I managed to offer some words of encouragement, saying

 "If you continue to live, good things are sure to come.”

So don’t kill yourself” With a slight sense of awkwardness, I reached out and gently patted his head, feeling the wet strands of his hair under my fingertips.