"UGH, I HATE RESEARCH STUDIES," I mumbled under my breath as our teacher in Practical Research announced the group assignment. She pointed to a new classmate from STEM A, now in our STEM B section. "You, Mr. Zed, and Ms. Riri will be partners for this study."
I rolled my eyes, thinking, Ugh, why me? It felt like a cruel twist of fate, especially since I didn’t even know this guy yet. He wasn't even part of my usual circle, and we’d just met. But then again, maybe it wouldn’t be so bad. I'll give him a chance, I thought. He does look pretty smart, after all.
Meanwhile, Zed, my new partner, couldn't believe his luck. She’s my partner? he thought, his heart racing. He'd noticed her from the moment she walked into class yesterday, her presence immediately catching his attention. She’s so cute. Her height, her skin, everything about her is perfect. And, she's a genius, too? I’m lucky!