A/N- Question of the day:"Are you a DC or Marvel fan or none?"

Dedicated to MmeRouge

Is it just me or does the world seem 10 times crueler today? Ugh! My entire body hurts. The room temperature is too much. Where did this killer headache come from? Anyway, I called Mrs. Kelmer asking for a sick day off. Thankfully, she didn't shout the hell out of me. I must've sounded really sick. Dad has checked on me for once or twice, and Emma brought me some soup a few minutes ago. I didn't have it claiming it's too hot, and then she left, leaving me to fend for myself. I hear a ping and open the text I just got.

Why didn't you come to the office today?

It's the stalker, "You need a friend" guy.

None of your business, mister.

Well, maybe it is. How did you know I'm not a girl?

No, it's not. I just did.

Just did, what?

I just knew you were a guy.

How?

No girl can be as rude as you.

Really? It's not my fault you're stupid.

See? This is what I'm talking about. You keep on calling me stupid.

Still you didn't block me.

That's right. I'm stupid, I guess.

Let me be nice this time. Madam, why didn't you come to your office today?

How did you know that?

First you answer me, then I'll tell you.

Okay. I've got the flu.

So how are you feeling?

I've been better.

What did you have since the morning?

Nothing.

Seriously!? At least have some soup.

Yeah, its at my bedside table. I'm going to have it.

Did Kaushik call to check on you?

I didn't tell him anything.

That's just great. For a loving boyfriend and girlfriend, you guys sure have the best communication.

Can you please not be rude to me right now? I'm not feeling that well.

I'm not being rude to you, just stating the facts, but for today I'll go easy on you.

Gee thanks.

But tell me one thing, if u had to choose between the new Dior perfume for free, or a dinner costing $100,000 with your true love, which one would you choose?

I know I should choose the latter, but the first option is too appealing.

Now you see? This is what I meant. Always. That you were too immature to be in a relationship.

I'm sorry, but are you purposely trying to ruin my already salty mood?

No. Look, I've to go now, but I'll talk to you later. Remember, Kaushik and you aren't really the dream couple. If you don't believe me, then at least look at the facts. Bye.

That just pissed me off. But I'm not going to listen to him. Kaushik and I are the dream couple. And we'll always be. Hopefully...

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"But, Kaushik, all I want to do is have coffee. You won't get the flu, I promise."

"I know, darling, but ... I'm a highly allergic person. One unintentional touch and I'll start coughing like an idiot."

"Then I won't touch you, trust me."

"Thing is, I do trust you, but I've got this very important board meeting today. I'm sorry, baby."

"But-." Before I can finish, he hangs up on me. To hear the one you love with all your heart cut you out just because they are and I quote "highly allergic" is plain rude. The urge to throw something is way too strong. I look at the top of my cupboard and see that stupid rose that he gave me. I mean, I don't even like that atrocious flower full of thorns. I get up from bed, my limbs paining, and keep on jumping, struggling till I get that flower. Instead of throwing it out of the window like I planned, I tear its petals piece by piece, until all that's left is a long green stem. I go towards my dressing table till I find my favorite pink pair of scissors and cut the stem to bits. When it's all done, I roam around the room frantically and suddenly the door hinges turn revealing a very uncanny Dad. He looks at me and around a mess called my room and gives a forced smile that says, I'm-bad-at-this-parenting-shit and leaves just as fast as he came.

Just when I feel like I finally calmed down, a click goes off my phone. I feel like it's Mr need a friend but I don't really want to open my phone right now because I feel like after this horrible day, I don't think I'll be able to handle his rudeness. I think it's better if I just don't open it.

I really want to go and have a coffee with Kaushik, but that guy is so rude; he doesn't even want to meet me. It's really upsetting me.

I go to sit beside my window and the weather is so nice absolutely contradicting my feelings. Right now, I am so pissed, and the weather is so beautiful. At least nature knows how to comfort me. While I was planning to bask in the weather, I get another text.

No, Lavender, don't give in, my inner voice tells me.

But the phone seems like it's calling my name.

Don't give in to the temptation. You know he's only going to be rude.

But-

No, Lavender.

But you don't get it. What if it's not Mr. need a friend?

I know, but-

Please. Pretty please.

Okay, whatever, fuck it.

Yay! Thanks, inner voice. Wait. I can't even believe; I was talking to my own inner voice. That is if I even have one. After this, its safe to say I have a weird inner voice. Very weird one, in fact.

Back to the main topic now. My phone. I open it and sure enough both the texts are from Mr need a friend.

Hey, you feeling better?

If you don't reply, I'll just find a way to stalk you.

Really? Seems like he finally agreed he's a stalker. Before I can begin to text him back, Pastel, my sister comes rushing in. Unlike me, she's doing great. She has her dream job, has the perfect love life (if one-night stands count, that is), and stays completely fine during season change. Not even a cough. Whereas, I...

"Hey, sis, you alright?" she asks me. This surprises me. I mean, when we're in trouble, we're each other's best friends. But, otherwise, we don't really get along.

"I've been better."

"Okay, bye."

With that, she leaves. That was weird. I put Pastel out of my mind and text the guy back.

I'm fine. Well, kinda.

Well. Look, who finally agreed they're a stalker.

Hey, can I call you Will? It's hard thinking 'Mr need a friend' all the time.

If you're so busy, I'll just text you later on.

Hey, wait waitwait.

That was some quick typing.

I know. So, how's life? By life, I meant your relationship. Because whenever you're in a relationship you make it your top priority like its your life or something.

Don't even make me think about Kaushik. He ditched me today saying he's afraid he'll get the flu.

Well, it shows the kind of boyfriend he is. Just saying.

And what kind of a boyfriend are you, huh?

The best. You'll be surprised. I just got off the phone with my girlfriend. I'm so good, that I even ask her about everyone in her family.

Huh. Gotcha! I knew you were a guy all along.

Shit! I gave myself up, didn't I?

Yup, like a little boy gives away his candy to his best friend thinking he'll someday get it back.

So, you're my best friend now?

Well, not necessarily.

Let's say it's necessary.

Uh, maybe not. At least not yet.

Okay. But you should break up with that Kaushik dude though.

You're supposed to tell me what should I do now?

Okay, sorry. That came out wrong. I was trying you, maybe, could breakup with Kaushik. That sound okay?

Better.

So, how are you feeling?

I already told you.

I meant, how are you feeling about what Kaushik did? Like the fact that he ditched you.

That makes a shitstorm form inside me. I don't even know why. Maybe it's way, this guy wrote it, or it's the way all the people treat me (that is, like dirt), but start typing like a leopard. This means typing very, very fast if y'all didn't guess.

I? I feel angry. Angry as hell. I hate him. Heck, I hate the world. I'm tired of being treated like that. Last time we met, he bought me a rose. Even though he knew my favourites were tulips. I was happy that at least he was thoughtful enough to buy me a flower. 'Cause all my previous bullshit boyfriends didn't even care to bring me flowers. But a voice in the back of my mind kept saying, 'maybe he bought the rose because those were cheaper'. I still valued the flower though. Until that piece of shit ditched me. He ditched me! If I'd ever ditch my boss, she'd murder me. Oh! There's my boss on the other side. She's a motherfucker alright. Shouts the shit out of even if everything is right. It's like, she just needs a person to shout on. As if she doesn't torture her husband enough in her house. I empathize with that poor guy. And back to the hate the world shit. I hate winters. And season change. And coughs and flus. And the fact that clothes need to be ironed. Sometimes I think if a stupid person hadn't invented the iron, then nobody would have to iron their clothes. It would save 10 precious minutes of my weekdays. 10! And I would never be late, and my boss wouldn't shout at me. So, yeah, I'm fine.

Can I call you Will, btw? You never answered.

Yeah, you can call me Will.

Hey, are you fine? That was a big rant.

I think about his questions for a while. I feel... I feel good. As if saying all these out, made me feel a bit better. As if a weight has been lifted off my chest after sharing these thoughts. Though I regret the words about Kaushik though. I don't hate him. Not that much anyway.

But its nice to have all these out of me and in the open. I hope I don't sound stupid to him. Well, the first words he ever said to me was "You're stupid" so I guess even I sound stupid, he'll know I'm stupid, so I wrote these stupid words.

God! I've said stupid in my mind so many times. I'm feeling stupid again. There, I said it again ugh!

I'm fine. Really.

Felt better after ranting?

Read my mind.

Look, I know I should try to give you some solution to these... problems, but I know the solution to only one for now.

So, promise me you won't get hyper on me when you read it.

Try me.

You didn't promise.

I laugh.

What are we in kindergarten now? Okay, I promise.

Break up with Kaushik coz he's a douche bag.

Why?

He's not the kind of guy you think he is. He is not the sweet, adorable guy he seems. He's a rude, fault-finding person who is irresponsible and always blames others for his mistakes.

Woah. Will seems to know Kaushik well.

How do you know that?

I've seen him in action.

In action? What does he mean? Moreover, who does this guy think he is? He doesn't tell me his name and pretends to be my well-wisher by telling me to break up with the only decent boyfriend I've had in years.

Look, if you're some evil ex or employee of Kaushik's, don't bother texting me again, 'cause you just turned my mood sour again. Or I'll report you to the cops.

There are two more incoming texts, but the fact that I'm angry again makes me ignore it.

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"Come on, at least tell me his name." I tell Pastel. We're in her room selecting dresses as she thinks all my dresses are too "girly" for going to a bar.

"No." Damn it, is Pastel adamant!

"Come on, I agreed to go to the bar with you. I just want to know the name of the special boyfriend who has taught my sister to make dinner for the first time in her life for her family." I say sweetly. 'Cause its true. I always thought Pastel was one of those people who didn't really care much about their family. But today,she cooked dinner for us and even cleaned up herself. She tells me her this new boyfriend taught her the tuna and avocado wrap, but in the gleam of her eyes, I can see he had more influence than just a recipe. I hope this one lasts long, whoever he is.

"Can we focus on you now? You're the one who needs to forget that guy and get laid." Nope, there comes back the actual Pastel.

"No, Paste, he's my boyfriend. I'm not gonna cheat on him. I'm just going for a casual drink with my sister, remember?"

"Whatever you wanna call it. But I'm treating you like a queen today. Hopefully, then you can forget your princess ways."

"What did you say?" I'm examining a bright pink tunic dress she just threw at me.

"Nothing. What about this?" She's holding a blood-red short, empire dress, and I can't help but gasp. "What?"

"It's too short."

"Well, that means you'll be wearing exactly this."

If I ever forgot mentioning that Pastel is really convincing, because here I stand in front of the mirror, all dolled up, wearing the dress she wanted me to wear which hugs me in all the right places accentuating my curves. She got me to apply a matching red lipstick and though it's not the color I usually wear, I look good. But the Lady Peep heels she's made me wear are not comfortable.

"Ready to go?" I nod and we head out, leaving the comforts of our house.

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A/N- Is it just me or are we getting excited about characters!? i personally love Kaushik and this Will guy, but spoiler alert: one has to go away from her life! Shit, i promised i won't say tht!

Anyways, I just told CalmInTheWInd today that I want to update weekly. but i'm getting so excited that I'm starting to forget that!

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