Chapter 2

I stepped out just in time and saw the senior approaching with a cheerful smile on.

"So, We've got a change of plans" he walked up to me and circled his hand on my shoulder and began leading me to a place I didn't know.

"What's changed?" I asked, glanced at him.

The side view of his face was cute, he was cute and I couldn't help but smile. He tapped my head noticing my stares and I looked away in embarrassment.

"Ever heard of a freshmen party?" He asked and I nodded.

"Good, we are heading there now so you better go get changed into something nice" he paused, causing me to stop. Then he pulled away and began walking away at an averagely fast pace.

"I'll pick you up, don't be late" was the last thing he said and vanished.

He didn't give me the chance to accept or decline. I let out a heavy sigh, thinking about it. I just realized I've never been to a party before and this will be my first.

And it's right for my age, I'll be clocking twenty in a month's  time and it's best I learn stuff like this for my own sake.

With a heavy sigh, I carried myself back home. My roommate was on his bed, with heads set over his ears as he sang at the top of his voice. 

He seems to be a lover of music, rock music. It's all evidence on the posters of rock stars on the side of his bed.

I shook my head seeing how clueless he was of me staring, I went ahead and got dressed. 

I turned around and froze when I caught him staring at me with a frown. I began wondering if I did something wrong.

"What?" I asked.

He didn't speak at first, instead, he climbed out of his bed and approached me. He tilted his head to the side, leaned down and took in my scent.

"You smell nice " he said, and for the first time, I thought I heard him wrong.

Did he just compliment me? I was flabbergasted.

"Thanks" I whispered when I found the words.

"Where to?" He turned and walked back to his bed and sat down.

"Um, a senior invited me for the fresh men party," I explained.

He nodded but didn't seem moved. "Hmm" was all he responded.

My head was a little thick and I didn't know what to say for a moment. Then I asked,

"You're not coming?" 

"Na... I'd rather stay here and sing all night long" he waved and clingy back on his bed, putting on his headsets.

I wish I was him, being able to be alone and have something to keep me funky. But I'm not like that and if I stay back, I'd be bored to death.

With a nod, I left the room. As I walked myself through the corridor, I couldn't help but wish for the night to be good, at least.

Many people came to college with plans and a bucket list to accomplish and many more but me, I have none. I choose to live my life based on what tomorrow has for me.

I spotted the senior standing next to a black beautiful car, he waved and I walked up to the car and we got in.

The car kicked off, driving under the setting sun. I wasn't the only one in the car with the senior. I don't even know his name, there was this guy and throughout our drive, i couldn't take my eyes off him.

He was pretty, cute and he dresses like a girl...to be honest, he even slays more than a girl. If not because I saw him earlier today, I would have agreed that he's one.

The car turned round and came to a halt In front of a big building. We all climbed off the car.

Before we got in, I called out to the senior when he turned around with a slightly raised brow.

"I'm sorry but you didn't get to tell me your name" I said.

He just smiled, "call me whatever you want" He turned and walked into the building.

Then the other guy chuckled out loud grabbing my attention, "don't be wimp...his name is Kyle, he always does that to newbies" 

He intertwined his hand with mine, someone could see us and think we are a couple.

"I'm jack...but I much prefer to be called Jackie " he winked.

We got into the house and the first thing that greeted us was the loud music playing. The room was lit with dim red lights and made the atmosphere party-like.

He led me into a room, with couches set in a large round circle and many people were already seated and chatting. Among them was Kyle, seated next to a hot girl...he seemed to be trying to hit on her.

I tried to compare the girl he's with Jackie, but the truth was hard...Jackie was way more beautiful than her.

"Oops, she's got herself a little man" a guy spoke as he walked in, his eyes on me and Jackie. Our hands were still together.

"And what's your business if I did? Fuck off!" Jackie was furious and I could tell they had beef going on in the silence.

"Wooh!!!...and the bitch barks" he raised his hands in surrender but his words were mocking.

I didn't find it nice and was about to speak when Jackie pulled my sleeve and when I glanced at her, she smiled, shaking her head in denial.

I understood and didn't push it.

I turned my attention to the crowd, checking out everyone when I caught sight of a face so familiar yet new.

My eyes widened the moment I realized who it was. Whoever his name is but yes the guy from earlier, the one I saw masturbating while watching p**n.

But he didn't see me right? I'm sure he didn't so I will try to act cool. And even if he'll recognize me, he won't have the tiniest bit of idea that I know what he did.

"Why are we just sitting? Let's play a game...common" A red haired guy said, grabbing the attention of everyone.

Everyone agreed with his idea. Well, except me who didn't know what to say.

"What game are we playing then?" Another guy asked, he was sitting three people at the guy I saw jerking off at the bath, the left I mean.

"A daring game..." The red haired guy said and they all agreed.

"No limits to the dares, but no death dares are allowed" he gave the rules and they all nodded.

While they talked about some basic rules, Jackie excused herself...it's him but I just can't help calling him a her. She returned back with two glasses of whiskey and handed me one.

I wanted to refuse it but then, I couldn't because the room was too silent and I didn't want anyone to know I've never drank before.

Plus, the way he stared at me made me shiver...like he knew what I did but chose not to say.

The red haired guy, which I heard someone called him Dav, went ahead and served the card to everyone. 

 We all picked up our cards, keeping our numbers to ourselves.

"Who will start?" He glanced around waiting.

"I will" the p**n guy said, pushing himself off his lazy position.

"I wonder what Carlson is up to...he's never been the one to start things" 

I heard one of the guys mutter, and I glanced back at  the guy named Carlson. So that's his name? Couldn't have guessed. His eyes were still on me, like he was trying to guess through whatever he was looking at 

"Number 2, I dare you to list the names of the girls you've had sex with," he said.

What? That's how he plays this game? Openly asking out people's personal lives? It just doesn't make sense.

Everyone went ahead and checked their cards, I didn't, I was busy staring back at him.

Then, I waited for number two to speak but everywhere was silent.

When I turned around, everyone's eyes were on me. I was confused at first but it hit me that I am the only one who still hasn't checked my card.

I flipped my card and was stunned to see number 2 boldly written on it. My head snapped back to Carlson.

Did he know the card I was holding? How was he able to track that down to me?

I wanted to lie at this point, but I couldn't as I ended up stammering. It was obvious, I haven't slept with anyone yet...but I plan on doing that.

"None," I said. Embarrassment waved over me.

But even if I had slept with a girl before, I know better than to lay their names down before these clowns.

Chatters went on, but I didn't care. Jackie gently squeezed my hand, trying to make me feel better.

Dav went ahead and collected the cards, played with them and served them again.

I'm hoping Carlson won't take it upon himself to do that dare, maybe I will be safe.

This time, a girl got up to do the dare.

"Card number 8 and 6, I dare you to kiss and make out before everyone!" 

Wow! I thought Carlson was just being a jerk, but this girl...she's on another level.

I glanced at Carlson before I hurried to pick my card and flip it, I was shocked to see numbers 6 boldly written on it. 

Was this planned? Did they somehow see my card number before it got to me or what? I saw how Fav served the cards and he didn't do anything fraudulent.

Why then am I being caught up here?

"Newbie luck, I guess" one of the guys said and they all burst into laughter.

"So number 8, show yourself and do the dare"

Even though I'm to do the dare, I was praying and hoping deep down it should be one of the girls. At least, kissing them won't be a bad idea. Plus, it will add up to my kissing count.

But then again, my hopes were completely shattered when Carlson threw his card on the table indicating he was the one I am to make out with.

I lost it, no...I couldn't do it.