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Edd sat with his eyes barely open in math class as the teacher droned on and on (lol it’s the first sentence and we’ve already got ourselves a cliché). No, he didn’t like maths. He was into art. He was pretty sure his soulmate wasn’t too happy with the impressive number of cartoons he scribbled on the back of his hand and arms every day. He took his pen and absent-mindedly wrote the first thing that came to mind.
Hi.
He tried to force himself to pay attention. He succeeded for about three seconds before getting distracted and returning to draw some more on his arm.
He was surprised when, in red pen, there was a word.
Hey.
Edd had never considered this side of the biological trait linking everyone to their soulmate. It could be used like a chatroom. Edd felt suddenly nervous. This was the person he had to spend his life with. He had to make a good impression.
My name’s Edd.
Almost instantly, a reply appeared. Tord.
That’s your name?
Yes.
I’m guessing you’re not English.
Norwegian. Where are you from?
England.
Nice to meet you. I’ve enjoyed seeing your drawings.
Edd went red with embarrassment. I’m so sorry! I didn’t mean to bother you!
No, I mean it. You’re very talented.
Edd felt himself smile. Thank you.
What’s it like in England? I plan to visit there someday soon.
Boring, really. What’s it like in Norway?
There was a pause, and Edd could only assume his soulmate was thinking the question over.
Cold.
Edd laughed out loud by accident and the whole class, including the teacher, turned to look at him.
‘Is there something funny you’d like to share with us, Edward?’ the teacher asked pointedly.
‘N-No, miss,’ he said quickly.
She seemed satisfied with the answer and returned to teaching her class.
I have to go. Talk later?
Sure. 11 pm Oslo time.
What’s that in England?
There was another pause. Edd hoped his soulmate hadn’t left.
10 pm came the final answer.
Great. See you then.
Bye, Edd.
It was then, seeing his soulmate use his name in such a casual way, that Edd felt his heart jump at the thought of someone caring enough to be his soulmate.