I BECAME A FEMALE TEACHER - PART 7 (Patreon)

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Part 7: Tace's Thoughts

I believe that, if we are human, everyone wants to pursue their own happiness, even if that happiness can come from the most painful things. My current happiness comes from the departure of someone I once loved very much. Yes, just “once loved”!

I'm Tace, a very boring male student before I met Tiana and Noah. My academic performance has never been above average. I myself don't pay much attention to that. After all, no one cared if I did well in school or not. Perhaps this is the common mentality of an orphan like me?

Back then, I was thinking so short-sightedly. I don't know that, just a few houses away from my house, there are two people who have the same fate as me, but their academic achievements are admirable. That younger brother was not a gentle child. He often fights with thugs in the neighborhood, but every time he loses and faints. Many times, I silently helped him treat his wound and left before he woke up. To me, this is an extremely annoying person!

In my country, guys like him will be immediately labeled as rogue, poorly educated, dark future...  At that time, I also thought so. But when I learned that he was the best student in the same grade as me, a big surprise filled my heart. I started to get curious about him. I paid more attention to him.

One day, on the way home from school, I saw him beaten by thugs again. However, this time they were much more numerous than before, I had to run to help. I rarely fought, but I had strong muscles, so after a while of fighting, I also succeeded in making the thugs retreat. Yet, that damn guy didn't say a word of thanks. He just turned to me and looked at me with cold eyes: “Stay out of my business!”

As soon as he said that, he passed out again. Damn it, if you're that weak, don't look for more trouble! I again acted as an unwilling healer. At this moment, a very beautiful girl came running from far away, her mouth constantly shouting: “Noah!” After confirming that he was fine, she bowed her head in front of me and said: “Thank you so much! A few times before, you also took care of him, right?” I shook my head, not wanting to admit it.

Unexpectedly, she grabbed my hand and said: “Wait! You are also injured, please come to my house for a moment!” It's also not convenient for me to refuse. Anyway, I can't let her carry this guy alone. So, I carried him and followed her home. That was the first time I got to know them.

Through Tiana's words, I know that they are orphans like me. The reason Noah always quarrels and fights with thugs is because they always say that the two of them are “no family”. I have a quiet personality, so people around me don't know I'm an orphan. However, I still sympathize with them. They also revealed that the reason they are good at studying is the relentless effort for a future of doing the job they have always dreamed of, a teacher.

Since then, I started studying with them. I do not intend to be a teacher in the future, but I admire them and sincerely hope they realize their dreams. After a long period of contact, Noah opened his heart to me. We became close friends. As for Tiana, I developed a kind of romantic feeling, but… it only came from one side.

On the day Tiana became a teacher and was even assigned to teach in my class and Noah was studying, I immersed myself in the joy with them. The girl I love has now fulfilled her dream, all that's left is my stubborn friend!

But… the reality is so cruel! The country changed its policy for the worse for the education sector. From a promising teacher, Tiana was fired by the perverted principal. On a stormy day, the girl I love left without saying goodbye. This incident caused Noah to once again return to his previously unpleasant personality. However, I still sympathize with him, because he is my best friend at the moment.

One day, Noah… became a disappeared person. Tiana has returned… but, this is not the Tiana I used to know. This caused me a big shock. I don't know how to receive and accept this truth. I... lost a friend, and the girl I love is no longer the same as before.

I left school for a while to focus on thinking, finally, I accepted the truth. At first, everything was a bit awkward, but after a long time of adapting, I accepted it thoroughly. Tiana is still the girl I love, no matter who she is now. After accepting that, my mind was much more relaxed. The only thing left was to make her have feelings for me.

Outside of class, I always try to be close to her as much as possible. Afterschool lessons with her are the best time for us to chat intimately with each other. I know she gets annoyed every time I look for her, but I can't stop doing this. I love her cute sloppy look when she first wakes up! I love even her new expressions that just a few months ago, I had never seen before. Sometimes, I wonder, is it all just a dream? There's no way that annoying friend of mine could be my beautiful teacher now!

Recently, I feel very happy that she has laughed more. During afterschool lessons, she looked at me more. I don't think she'll fall in love with me easily. Anyway, not long ago, she was still my male best friend. I don't think anyone will accept change as easily as I do. Still, it's a positive sign, isn't it?

Her birthday is today. Actually, today is Noah Lee's birthday, not Tiana Lee's, but I decided to still celebrate her birthday. On the way to her house, I stopped at a bakery across the street to buy a birthday cake.

When I left the bakery, I saw a very familiar woman. After looking closely, I knew it was Nancy, who worked as our teacher before Tiana Lee returned. She looked a lot more emaciated, probably because she lost her job. I will not pity this, because it is the result of her own actions. If I wasn't good at restraining myself, it's possible I would have beaten her for repeatedly insulting Tiana and Noah.

I didn't want to pay attention to her, but her behavior was very suspicious at the moment. She was wearing a black suit from head to toe, sunglasses were also black, as if she didn't want anyone to recognize her. It would be unlucky if she had that intention, because even if I die, I will not forget her, who indirectly caused chaos to the Lee family.

I slowly step closer. She's on the phone with someone. I'm not an inquisitive person, but my intuition tells me, no matter what, I have to eavesdrop on this phone conversation. Nancy said by phone: “How's it going? Have you reached her yet? 236, Infinity Street.”

236, Infinity Street? Isn't this the home address that Tiana is staying at? What was she up to? Without leaving me to wonder for too long, Nancy continued to say: “You can do whatever you want! I'll pay you in full! Rape? Be free! That's the best ending for that damned Noah!”

Nancy gritted her teeth and hung up. As she turned around, she touched my angry face. Even a stupid person knew that she was trying to disadvantage Tiana! Holy shit! This ignorant woman has yet to admit defeat! I squeezed Nancy's mouth before her frightened eyes. I was going to give her a punch, but come to think of it, this is of no use. The most important thing right now is Tiana's safety! I uttered a cold sentence: “If anything happens to her, even if I am sentenced to death for murder, I will still take you with me!” After saying that, I pushed Nancy to the ground and rushed towards Tiana's house.

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