Chapter 4
by 
kenichi15
What's next?
Calculus Class
"Hey, Paul," Jane whispered, leaning closer to him from her seat beside him. "Are you ready for our tutoring session later?"
"Of course!" Paul replied with an excited grin, mischief sparkling in his eyes. He glanced around to make sure no one was watching before reaching under Jane's skirt and playfully squishing her leg. The sudden sensation caused her to stifle a surprised gasp.
Jane smiled, shaking off the initial shock of Paul's prank. She didn't see it as anything more than simple playfulness, a testament to their strong bond of friendship. They had always been able to tease each other without any hard feelings. After all, they'd grown up together, shared countless memories, and could practically read each other's minds.
"Make sure you've got your notes ready," she reminded him with a wink. "I won't go easy on you, just because we're friends."
"Wouldn't expect anything less, Jane," Paul responded, laughing softly.
Ken glanced up from his work at the sound of their whispers, noticing their playful exchange. Smiling, he thought how fortunate he was to have such close friends who cared about each other's success. In his heart, he hoped that their bond would never change, unaware of the growing tension beneath thes urface.
As the final minutes of the class ticked away, Ken returned his focus to the task at hand. Meanwhile, Jane playfully elbowed Paul, reminding him to pay attention to the lesson. Their laughter and camaraderie filled the room, mingling with the rustle of papers and the scratch of pencils on paper. The scent of chalk dust and youth permeated the air, a testament to their shared experiences in this place.