Chapter 26

Jonathan walked to his desk, tossing his black backpack carelessly into the drawer. Hearing the sound, Michelle turned her head immediately. "Jonathan, you're back!" He responded with a simple hum. The young man in the black mask glanced at Jonathan, sizing him up. So this was the boy his little sister had a crush on? He stood, gently ruffling Michelle's hair. His tone was soft and kind. "I'll come see you again in a bit." "Okay." Michelle nodded obediently. After he left, the classroom buzzed with whispers. "Who was that?" "Is he her boyfriend?" Michelle ignored the chatter, pulling out a small tub of freshly chilled yogurt and fruit from her desk. Opening it, she scooped up a spoonful and held it out to Jonathan. "Jonathan, it's really good. Try some!" He turned his head away. "Not interested. It doesn't even look good." Michelle frowned slightly. She thought it looked fine. She had already eaten one earlier and thought it was delicious—freshly made and perfectly chilled.