Capítulo 114: Spitting Bullshit Everywhere
Kaelith's voice was like a calm breeze carrying the promise of a thunderstorm. "Oh, of course, I know who you are," she said, her golden eyes narrowing with annoyance. "What I don't know is why in the hell you just fell out of nowhere into my arms."
Maruti felt a chill run down her spine at Kaelith's sharp tone. That annoyed smile on Kaelith's face was a clear warning: she was in deep trouble.
Her mind spun desperately, searching for an escape plan. Then, a ridiculous thought popped into her head. "What was that in the survival guide? If a wild animal pursues you… play dead!"
"Yeah, play dead!" she decided, determined to go through with her harebrained idea.
Maruti let her eyes roll dramatically, her tongue lolling out of her mouth as she slumped in Kaelith's arms like a rag doll. "Oh no… I'm dead!" she croaked out in an exaggerated, comical tone.
Kaelith didn't seem remotely amused. Her eyebrow twitched as she raised a single finger and flicked it against Maruti's forehead with enough force to make her wince.
"Stop playing around," Kaelith said coldly. "You still haven't given me an answer." She remained perfectly poised, still holding Maruti like some kind of unruly princess.
Maruti opened one eye, her dramatic act abandoned in favor of a sheepish grin. "Umm… well, it's a crazy story, really! I don't have a clue myself!" she said shamelessly, shrugging as though her explanation made perfect sense.
Kaelith's annoyed smile didn't waver. Without a word, she released Maruti, letting her fall unceremoniously to the ground with a loud *thud*.
"Ouch! Holy cow… my back!" Maruti yelped, clutching at her spine. She groaned theatrically, but Kaelith didn't spare her so much as a glance.
Instead, Kaelith stepped forward, her boots clicking against the ground, and then—without warning—sat down squarely on Maruti's stomach.
"Ugh!" Maruti's breath hitched as the full weight of Kaelith pressed down on her. She wheezed, her hands flailing helplessly. "H-Hey! Shameless woman, get off! You're way too heavy for this!"
Maruti's face flushed crimson as the crowd around them watched, some with wide eyes and open mouths. It was clear everyone was asking the same question: "What the hell is going on?"
Maruti's grin turned into a nervous, bitter smile. "W-Wait! Why here, in front of everyone? Let's go somewhere quiet, okay? And… and if you really have to do this, Bareback would be much nic—"
SMACK!
Kaelith's hand landed firmly on Maruti's forehead again, making a sharp sound that echoed in the garden.
"Stop thinking unnecessary things and just answer my question," Kaelith said with a sigh, her silver eyes narrowing. "Then be on your way."
Maruti winced, rubbing her forehead. "Okay, okay! I'll answer. Just get off my stomach first!"
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The two of them sat cross-legged in the middle of the academy garden. The surrounding trees swayed gently in the wind, but the air between them was heavy with awkward tension. Both girls had serious expressions, like they were about to discuss the fate of the world.
Maruti tilted her head slightly, raising an eyebrow. "Alright, so… what's your question?"
Kaelith hesitated, her lips pressing into a thin line as her gaze flickered between Maruti and the grass beneath them. For someone so confident, she suddenly looked uncertain, like she wasn't sure how to put her thoughts into words.
Finally, after what felt like an eternity, she asked softly, "Um… what is a friend?"
Maruti froze.
Her jaw dropped slightly, and the silence between them stretched on. Kaelith's question hung in the air like a puzzle no one wanted to solve. Then, out of nowhere, Maruti burst out laughing.
"Bwahahaha! Hahaha!" she howled, clutching her stomach as she doubled over. Tears formed in the corners of her eyes as she rolled on the ground. "This… this silver lizard… she's gone insane! Hahaha! Oh, my sides hurt!"
Kaelith's expression darkened, her cheeks flushing faintly as her patience evaporated.
BAM!
BOOM!
SLAM!
Maruti was left sprawled on the ground, her face red and swollen from Kaelith's "lessons." She groaned, clutching her cheeks. "I-I was just joking! Why are you so serious about it?!"
Kaelith crossed her arms and stared down at her. "So? Feel like answering now?"
Maruti let out a long, dramatic sigh, her earlier smugness fading as she sat up straight. "Fine, fine. I'll answer," she muttered. Her swollen face made her words slightly garbled, but Kaelith didn't seem to care.
Clearing her throat, Maruti's expression turned thoughtful. "Okay, so… there are three types of friends. Best friend, good friend, and just… friend."
Kaelith blinked, tilting her head in curiosity. "Three types? Really?"
"Yup!" Maruti nodded confidently, puffing out her chest like she was about to deliver a lecture. "Let me start with the top level. If you have someone who, just by seeing their face, makes you want to slap them right then and there… someone you're absolutely sure is the reason for all your life's problems—like not being able to get a girlfriend, failing your tests, or even stubbing your toe in the morning—"
Maruti paused, panting slightly from saying everything in one breath. She grinned mischievously and gave Kaelith a thumbs-up. "That person is your best friend!"
Kaelith stared at her, her expression frozen in a mix of disbelief and faint amusement.
Kaelith was about to ask another question, but Maruti held up her hand to stop her mid-sentence.
"Wait, wait, I'm not done yet!" Maruti said, her tone confident and playful. "Now, let's talk about good friends. Just the term 'good' itself says a lot. A good friend is someone who's your age, encourages you, helps you with a bunch of stuff, and always stays positive. They make you feel good, even when things seem rough. That's a good friend," she explained, nodding to herself as if she were a wise sage.
Kaelith blinked, her curiosity now piqued. She opened her mouth to speak, but Maruti's grin widened. "And as for the third type…" she paused dramatically, her smile never wavering. "I'll give you a live example!"
Kaelith tilted her head, confused. "A live example?"
Maruti suddenly extended her hand toward Kaelith. "Alright, extend your hand for a handshake and introduce yourself!" she said confidently, her tone leaving no room for argument.
Kaelith hesitated, clearly puzzled. She looked at Maruti, then at her extended hand. "Why do I need to—?"
"No questions! Just do it!" Maruti interrupted, her voice filled with enthusiasm.
Kaelith sighed, still not understanding what Maruti was up to. But something about Maruti's unwavering grin made her feel like she should go along with it. Awkwardly, she extended her hand and clasped Maruti's.
"Uh… I'm Kaelith Maranthia?" she said, her voice uncertain, as though she was questioning her own name.
Maruti shook her hand firmly and beamed. "Nice to meet you, Kaelith Maranthia! I'm Maruti Vanara!" she said brightly as she let go of Kaelith's hand.
Kaelith stared at her, bewildered. She glanced around the garden, as if expecting some kind of magical event to happen. But all she saw was Maruti sitting there, grinning like a mischievous child who had just pulled off a great prank.
Maruti clapped her hands together. "Tadaa! We're friends now!"
Kaelith froze, her mind struggling to process Maruti's declaration. "Huh?" she stammered,
But Maruti didn't wait for her reaction. She dusted off her clothes, stood up, and waved a hand dismissively. "Alright, now that we're done, I've got some other urgent things to do!" she called over her shoulder as she began jogging away.
After running at full speed, Maruti finally slowed down, panting slightly. "Friend? Is that even something you can explain in words?" she muttered to herself. A smirk played on her lips as she shrugged. "I just spat out the most random nonsense I could think of. Whatever, who cares?" With that, she picked up her pace and ran off again, disappearing into the distance.
Back in the garden, Kaelith remained seated, her gaze fixed on the spot where Maruti had vanished. The silence around her was almost deafening as the realization slowly dawned on her.
"Did… I just make a friend?"
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