"Where are you going?"

"To the vending machine, do you want anything?"

"One coke, please"

"Okay, I'll see you up front, dork"

He smiled at her before turning around. He walked towards the vending machine, feeling eyes on him.

He shifted his gaze only to see his bullies approaching him. He gulped, freezing in his spot.

Without saying a word, they surrounded him, all staring deep into his soul. He looked at them with confusion and innocence, his lips quivering.