Byran casually wiped the small cut at the corner of his mouth. "It's nothing, just a minor scratch. What's up?"
Carlos looked visibly worried, "Um...your mom asked me to get you home to do your homework. She said exams are around the corner, and if you don't hit the books soon, your dad might be sending you off to boot camp."
Byran didn't seem too pleased, as he seemed to lack the words for a response.
Ellinor flashed a smile, "Better get your butt home and do your homework or your mom might whoop you."
Feeling a bit embarrassed in front of his new friend, Byran blushed, "Cut it out! I'm not a kid anymore; my mom won't spank me anymore!"
Carlos glanced at Ellinor, puzzled at how Byran could be hanging out with the usually despised 'Mrs. Blanchet'. Plus, she looked a bit weird today.
However, he didn't have time to ponder; Byran was hurt, and even if he didn't need to be rushed to the ER, he should at the very least get him to see a doc ASAP.
Carlos quickly pulled Byran away, "Let's hit the road! If we're late, your dad might whoop you too."
Ellinor giggled.
Byran seemed ticked off, glaring at Carlos, "You dimwit, cut the crap! I've never been whooped!"
Carlos mumbled defensively, "Oh, my bad! You've never been whooped!"
Byran was irritated, "Don't pull me! I can walk!"
As Carlos led Byran away, Ellinor seemed quite pleased.
"Ellinor!"
Sheila's voice suddenly rang out.
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