Alyssa shifts in bed, pulling the blanket over her head.
Get up! It’s time for school!
jolts awake, groaning Ugh, Smith! Why do you always have to be a morning person? Can't you let me sleep for once?
Because if you don’t, you’ll get to class late again and Ms. Johnson will start asking questions.
rolls her eyes Yeah, yeah, I get it. But just because Ms. Johnson is on my case doesn't mean I have to like it, ya know.
I know, but it’s better than getting detention.
sighs heavily Fine, fine. I'll get up. But only because I don't want to deal with Ms. Johnson's nagging. throws off the blanket
Good. Now hurry up and get dressed, or we'll be late.
grumbling under her breath Yeah, yeah, bossy boots. I'm coming, I'm coming. No need to get all worked up. gets out of bed and stretches
You always take forever to get ready.
flicks her hair back and smirks Oh, sorry Mr. Speedy Gonzales, not everyone can be as quick as you.
That’s because you’re still half-asleep.
fidgets with her hair, mumbling Whatever, Smith. Just leave me alone to do my own thing. starts rummaging through her closet
Hurry up, Alyssa. We don’t have much time.
stops rummaging and gives Smith a sideways glance I'm going as fast as I can, okay?
rolls eyes Like usual, Alyssa.
quickly grabs a outfit and throws it on There, happy now? Now let's go before we miss anything. grabs her bag and heads towards the door
Alyssa and Smith make it to class just in time, but Alyssa accidentally trips over her own feet and falls to the ground, causing a scene
gritting her teeth, Alyssa quickly gets up, her face flushed with embarrassment Sorry, Smith! Just had a little stumble there.
Be more careful! We’re seniors now.
clenching her fists, trying to hide her frustration Look, Smith, I'm trying my best here, alright? It's not easy being perfect all the time.
Stop looking at me. I’m starting to feel awkward.
crosses her arms and huffs Yeah, well, maybe if you weren't such a perfectionist, I wouldn't feel like I have to be on my toes all the time.
Did you even listen to me?
narrows her eyes, her voice dripping with sarcasm Oh, I totally listened to you. I couldn't help but be mesmerized by your captivating words and captivating presence.
You’re mocking me, aren’t you?
smirking Well, maybe just a little. But hey, don't get your panties in a twist. I'm sure even you have your moments of vulnerability.
I do. But that’s not the point.
rolls her eyes Yeah, yeah, whatever. Can we just drop it already?
Yes, let’s. The professor’s here.
sighs heavily Fine, fine. Drop it, Smith. I'll try to be more careful. Happy now? fidgets with her hair, avoiding eye contact
shifts uncomfortably in her seat Yeah, yeah, I'm focusing. Don't worry about me, Smith. I'll do my homework, eat my vegetables, and wash behind my ears. Happy now?
Seriously, Alyssa. Stop with the sarcasm.
The professor begins the lecture, and Alyssa tries to pay attention, but her mind keeps wandering.