They are now taking him to a storage room. I searched for a spot where no one could see me.
Kyler was calm when he was dragged down in the storage room, he did not even look like he was in danger. His posture was still firm — both hands were in his pockets.
Am I being over reacting or am I now changing into a gossip girl?
I tried to go near the storage room but I couldn't hear them but I knew they were talking intensely.
I think he is going to be just fine.
I was about to leave when I heard loud noises coming from the storage room. I hurriedly stepped in and kicked the door without hesitation.
The moment I got in, my eyes were caught by a tall man standing like he owns the world. He fixed his glasses and looked in my direction. His eyes widened like he saw a ghost.
"What are you doing here?" He growled through clench teeth.
"What did you do to them?" I gasped, eyes widened because of the three guys I am staring at that were lying down on the floor.
He slowly walked towards me — his eyes were locked onto mine, I kept my posture straight so as not to fumble again.
This is not part of my plan
"Keep this a secret or you will regret it."
"Why? Are you scared to face your own consequences, Mr. Astor?" I crossed both of my arms.
He leaned closer to match my height, making our face facing the same level. I glared at him, daring him to say another word.
I felt something with that stare. It was something I can't figure out.
In my peripheral vision, a blonde man wearing a jacket suddenly gets up. Without hesitation, Kyler blocked me from them using his arms. The only thing I can see is his hair.
"I can take care of myself." I spoke, keeping my tone even.
"Shut up. Pretend like you are not here." He whispered.
I don't know anything about Kyler nor his background. All I know is he is my rival when it comes to my study. He is full of mystery that makes me want to solve it.
Who are you?
"If we meet again, I am not letting you off, Maze." The blonde man said sharply. His words fall like a blade between them.
As soon as they left, Astor faced me again.
"I am warning you, El. No one should know about this."
"Why? What are you hiding, Kyler?"
This is the first time I interfere with someone's business. My mouth should stop spatting words but my curiosity already builds up.
"None of your business."
"Then, I will tell everyone what happened here. That would cover up my scandal with you."
Threatening him won't work but I had this hope that it might work. I already prayed when he was blocking my eyesight from the three guys.
"Yeah, sure!" He said. "If that would ease your mind, go ahead."
I knew it. My prayer is still on the line that is why it didn't work.
"And if you have the courage to speak in front of everybody who doesn't know you as yourself." He added.
I really hate him.
I suddenly remembered what he said during our not-so-debate during our class.
"Why? Do you know anything about me, Mr. Astor?" I hurled the question like a weapon.
"I don't," he paused and scanned my face.
"But soon, I will."