True Love Waits

Chapter 9 Three Choices

Either of the choices offered was bad. Thus, Debbie chose neither. Among all the principals in their university, Curtis Lu, the elder son of the Lu family, took charge of all things regarding management. Pissing off a principal was the last thing she wanted.

Nonetheless... Debbie clicked her tongue. Compared to the principals of other universities who were in their fifties, their principal, Curtis, was really appealing.

Being only thirty, Curtis had already been working as one of the principals of the university for two years. That went with the fact that he had gained plenty of admirers. How wouldn't you fall for someone with such charming looks and stellar competency?

If Debbie were to be in opposition towards Curtis, her list of arch-enemies would lengthen and she didn't want that.

Furthermore, he was one of Carlos' confidants and just like him, Curtis was also part of the four wealthiest families in Y City.

Messing with any person who had contact or relations with Carlos meant trouble for her.

Comfortingly, Jared and her other friends had signed up for the half marathon, too.

It lightened her heart to know that she wouldn't be alone throughout the whole race.

Speaking of 13.1 miles, Debbie turned sour. 'Oh God, why did I let my anger get the best of me...' Debbie sighed deeply. 'I feel like I'm going to die and I'm sure I will.'

Then, what Gail had said to her echoed inside her mind. 'You know, there's always another way if you don't want to race. You can just shout "Carlos, I love you!" ten times, and then I'll let you off, ' Gail had told her.

Groaning, Debbie presumed that this had to be one of Gail's dirty tricks she had come up with after she had learned about Carlos' burning hatred for women. A sadistic plan, indeed.

Carefully deliberating upon the three choices Gail had given her, she ended up choosing one.

and the skies took on a shade of grey. Wearing the marathon shirt along with her friends, Debbie was warming up

They were screwed.

cursed, agitated. "How dare she play us like this! I'll

mostly herself. If anger had not gotten the best of her, none of this would be happening. Not just falling for Gail's rotten scheme,

you can't go on, stop. We can always just go for the second option to lock up the principal. It's no big deal." This time, Kasie weighed Debbie's options herself. The first was definitely ruled out. There was no way Debbie would chase after Gus. 'As for the third...' Kasie shook her head in disapproval. 'No. With what happened at the mall? I don't think it'd even be a good idea to consider.' The best option was to keep Debbie away from Carlos.

easier. "What kinds of stupid choices are these?!"

weren't so long. I'm sure I can make it this time. Besides, it's also my first time

is

matter what everyone else says, you're my hero!" Kristina declared. "I have faith in you!" The number of trophies Debbie had

in myself, too. Now, let's get to our positions and win

stayed in their assigned positions. Having finalized their line up, only then did they take easy. Everyone knew that

half marathon and there were five hundred volunteers. Acquaintances of the runners participating in this half marathon from nearby universities had come to cheer and

as well -- fans of the former Olympic winner, some superstars, and the silver medalist of the full marathon. Either side of the track at the starting

the opening remarks. "To all guests, runners, referees at the venue, good morning. On this beautiful day, we all gather here in the New District of Y

speech and Debbie grew drowsy. Next, the deafening sound of the whistle reverberated throughout the track; all shot forward and dashed. Waves of cheers rang in the air; all supported their

"Go! Debbie! Go!"

do it,

chanted, Debbie turned to see ten-odd

our classmates today!" Jared

Kristina replied as she glanced at Dixon. "Clearly, you and the class monitor

of them did

come on Kristina!" Jared bleated. "Would it kill you

Jared and Dixon on their backs. "Thanks, guys. I'll do my best. I