Stop Exam Time!

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It was mid semester exam time at Shingakuen Academy. All of the students were cramming lecture notes and textbook chapters into their heads. After these exams, if your grades aren't where they are supposed to be, it's going to be entirely difficult to bring your grade up by the end of the semester. It was as crucial as final exams to them.

Unfortunately for Imani, she had that and make up exams to study for. Her brain was going to overload with all the information she will be cramming into it. That and she had to help Ayaka, Tetsuya, and Haru study for their exams. Imani can't just catch a break can she?

For the first 1/3 of the week, Imani studied with Ayaka and Tetsuya together, since they were a couple now. Tetsuya had gotten back all of his memories and tried so hard to gain and earn Imani's forgiveness. Imani tried to reassure him that she had already forgiven him, but he wouldn't accept it. He even suggested taking her exams for her. How the hell would he have pulled that off? Even after gaining back all of his memories, his feelings for Ayaka never changed.

For the second 2/3 of the week, Imani had helped Haru with his studies for the exams. He actually cared this time about his academics and found no other perfect tutor than his genius girlfriend. He needed it more than Ayaka and Tetsuya did. The two of them were lucky enough to avoid Haru's parents. They were out. Imani wanted to wait, before announcing their relationship to them. After her first encounter with Haru's mother, she was afraid of what the father might do. Haru was ready whenever Imani was.

Imani had Haru first practice the practice problems from each of the chapters that were going to be on the math test. When he seemed to get each chapter, they went on to the next subject and so on and so on.

Imani was proud at how hard Haru was studying. He never cared about his academics before. She couldn't help, but wonder what had changed his mind?

Haru noticed Imani was staring at him with that wondering expression in her face.

"What?" He asked, chuckling as he was studying Japanese History.

Imani snapped out of her thoughts. "Sorry, I was just wondering why all of a sudden you're interested in improving your grades? You never cared before".

Haru stared at his notebook, thinking about it, until he came up with a conclusion.

"You".

"Huh?" Imani asked, confused.

"You made me want to improve myself. At first, I didn't care. My father had already planned out my life: what my profession was going to be and who I will marry in the future. I didn't see a point in trying hard in school,  but then you came along. You helped me realize that I can achieve my dream and that I won't be able to with bad grades. You are the reason I care about my academics and why I can now achieve my dream". Haru told her.

Imani's face flushed and heated up and her heart raced. She suddenly became embarrassed and timid. She couldn't say anything back, so she stayed silent. Haru noticed her reaction and laughed to himself.

"So cute". He whispered, though Imani heard, making her more embarrassed.

"Ah, shut up". She mumbled, pointing her bottom lip at him.

Haru laughed at her again.

"You're making it harder for me to concentrate on studying". He said, looking at her and then at her lips.

He then leaned in and captured her lips in a sweet kiss, taking her by shock, but he immediately parted from her. Imani was more embarrassed now.

"What was that for?" She asked, feeling her lips with her fingers.

Haru shrugged. "For being adorable".

Imani playfully smacked him in the shoulder, while he chuckled.

When Imani believed Haru was ready for his exams, it was time for her to study for her own exams and make up exams, but she was finding it difficult to do it on her own, so she decided to go to nurse Kaito for help. He has been through this plenty of times before in the past.

She knocked on the infirmary door, before opening it when he said, "Enter".

"Ah, Imani, its great to see you again. How have you been since that incident?" He asked, twirling around in his chair to face her.

"Good. My body has recovered". She answered him, sitting down on the bed, facing him.

"That's good, but I meant mentally".

"Oh". Imani said, looking down in her lap.

"It must have been very hard on you".

Imani nodded.

"I'm good at distracting myself and my brain, so I wouldn't think about it, but deep down inside, it lurks, weighing heavily on my chest. It's never going to go away. I know that".

"You're doing so well with your friends and with Haru. Usually, incidents like these damages friendships and relationships".

Imani nodded.

"I try, but deep down, I'm very wary around Tetsuya, even though I try not to make it noticeable, especially to him".

"That's understandable. It's going to take time to cope with what happened and soon your mind will tell the rest of your body that Tetsuya no longer means you any harm".

"Thanks, but I'm sick of feeling like this. I can't be alone with him. I'm afraid. I feel so vulnerable. My mind goes blank, my heart races and my body trembles with freight if I happen to be alone with him. I don't want that. Part of me is afraid of him and the other part of me is so angry at him and wants to make him regret what he had done to me. Does that make me a bad person?"

"No, Imani. Your feelings are natural".

"I'm more afraid that I will act on my anger".

"You won't".

"How do you know that?"

"Because I know you. You're not that vengeful, hateful person. That's why it's destroying you, thinking that you are that person".

"How can I stop it? Myself?"

"Just remember who you are". He said to her, making her smile and nod her head.

"Thanks, Kaito-sensei".

"No problem, now what do I owe this wonderful and pleasant from you?"

"Can you help me study?" She asked. "I'm so far behind. I can't do this on my own. All week I had to help my friends and Haru study for their exams. I'm stressing out".

"Okay, calm down and relax and close your eyes". Kaito said standing over her and placing both of his hands on her shoulders. "Take deep breaths and count backwards from ten".

Imani did as she was told, slowly calming down.

"Good". He said.

Imani opened her eyes and smiled at Kaito. "Thanks".

"Now, yes, I can help you study. You are more than welcomed to come here everyday. I enjoy your company. I'll be glad to help. You have been through a lot. I will do what I can". He told her.

"Thanks, Kaito-sensei".

For the rest of the week, Imani spent her time studying with Kaito. After school hours she would do it alone, gaining confidence.

It was an stressful day for all the students. Even though they were wealthy, education was still important to them and their parents.

When the exams were over, the students rejoiced that it was finally over.

"Yes, I'm free!" Ayaka sighed with relief as she walked out of the school with Tetsuya, Imani, and Haru.

"I don't think I did bad". Haru said rather proudly.

"Same here. How about you, Imani?" Asked Tetsuya.

"Yeah, I'm sorry we took most of your studying time". Ayaka apologized.

"Yeah" Haru felt bad for having her help him study.

Imani shook her head.

"No worries, you guys. I'm glad that I can help you; I wanted to and felt good that you guys were able to come to me for help". She reassured them.

"Besides, Kaito-sensei, helped me a lot. I feel confident about my exams now". She smiled to herself.

Haru's brow raised.

"You were alone with Kaito studying? Should I be jealous?" He asked, jokingly.

"Yeah, you should be Haru. Kaito is so handsome and gentlemanly. I might actually fall for him". She told him sarcastically, making Ayaka and Tetsuya laugh.

"Alright, I'm not afraid to beat up a school nurse. I would fight anyone for you, Imani".

"Aww", Ayaka said.

"You're so embarrassing". Imani's face flushed again.

"Because I love seeing that cute and adorable embarrassed look on your face". He teased.

"Shut up".

Ayaka, Tetsuya, and Haru laughed at Imani.

"How about we have a party?" Ayaka suggested. "Midterms are finally over and we finally have time to celebrate. How about it? Just us four?"

"Sure, sounds great". Imani agreed.

Tetsuya and Haru agreed as well.

"Where is it going to be?" Haru asked.

"How about that park near Imani's house?" Tetsuya recommended.

"That's a great idea. Has a nice pond too". Said Ayaka. "I'll bring the food!"

"I'll bring the music". Said Haru.

"I'll bring the drinks". Said Tetsuya.

"I guess I'll bring dessert?" Imani asked.

"Alright, it's a plan. Let's meet at the park at seven pm tonight, okay guys?" Ayaka said.

The rest of the group agreed and parted ways.

Seven o'clock in the evening came and the four of them met up at their destination. There were food, snacks, drinks, dessert and music. All of them were having fun and relaxing. Imani and Haru, and Tetsuya and Ayaka even slowed danced to a couple of songs. The night was great and relaxing, until Shuichi and his gang crashed the party.

"You forget to invite us?" Shuichi asked, walking up to Haru and Imani.

"No, we didn't. Some people find you a nuisance". Haru told him, making him laugh.

"What are you doing here, Shuichi? You looking for another ass whoopin'?" Imani asked.

"I see that Imani is still as feisty as ever. Still together? Damn what a shame. Thought I could have a crack at her".

Tetsuya was standing in front of Ayaka, protecting her from Shuichi's gang. Ayaka was afraid and held onto Tetsuya's shoulder.

"I'm not here to start any trouble. I just wanted to tell my old friend that I am officially enrolled in Shingakuen Academy. It's a very prestigious school. Hanging out with an old friend of mine and his gorgeous girlfriend is just the cherry on top". "Just thought you should know. Don't want any surprises when we meet up at school". He said, patting Haru's shoulder and walking away with his gang following behind him.

Ayaka and Tetsuya finally breathed and Haru and Imani looked at each other.

"Who was that?" Asked Ayaka.

"An old rival of mine". Haru answered her. "It seems as though he isn't done with me".

"Well, we are all here for you". Imani told him, holding his hand.

Haru gave her a smile and a soft, short, warm kiss.

"Thanks".

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