It was Tuesday morning and right now, I am talking to my second female bestie, Gloria, by the window side. The light air that blows gives me goosebumps as it finally dawned on me that today will make it the last day for the conclusion of our NECO examination.
Angst clouded my mind, mostly with anxiety and fright in my body, and to say my emotions are well figured out will be a lie.
"Earth to Michael", Gloria's voice jolted me out of my reverie, as I quickly put on a smile which she frowned at.
Her arms were folded and her expressions show that I have not been paying less attention to what she was saying.
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Dressed in a purple shirt, black trousers, and waistcoat, a set of shoes, and black frame glasses to match, I could not help but hurry to put on my graduation gown. I can't believe I was late for my graduation party.Ensuring my look in the purple graduation gown, I took a stride to the side of the big hall meant for the outgoing students, that is, SSS3 students, as I found a seat beside Gloria."You are late", Gloria commented, looking a bit angry." Well, I kinda slept late due to too much anxiety, and probably over-excitement",
I felt a tap on my shoulder which brought me out of my reverie. I looked around only to see my younger brother's gaze on me, as I kept breathing in and out. I felt my heart do a backflip at the sudden realization that I imagined such a scene."Brother Michael, are you okay?", Mark, my brother asked with concern written over his face.I take in a deep breath before slowly calming down." I am okay, something just came into my mind, that's all", I replied, putting on a fake smile."Oh! Maybe you should rest. You have been preparing too much for your POST UTME examination", he said and I nodded, smiling at his caring nature.
I looked into his eyes searching for something that I do not have any idea about. I felt my heart telling me to go for it but my inner mind was against it. I looked sideways as a thought struck me."Ethan, what will you do if a girl confesses her feelings to you?" I asked."I can never like that girl if she confesses her feelings. Well, I will feel her as being cheap for catching feelings for me. Many girls have asked me out on dates, confessed their feelings, but who that one EPP", Ethan deadpanned, sending chills down my body."But…., My words got stuck in my throat as I could not say anything.I bit my lips gently, releasing my breath.
I hugged my mum as if my life depended on it, I will miss her a lot. I have gained admission and today being January 11, which happened to be a Sunday, my dad and I are making a trip to UNILAG(UNIVERSITY OF LAGOS STATE). UNILAG, which happens to be my dream school, has finally accepted I, Oyedele Michael, into the Pharmaceutical Department.My mum continued to pray for me as I was ready to take my leave for the city of Lagos."Michael, remember the child of whom you are. Please do not join any bad gang. Always remember to pray to God about everything in your life. He is your creator, always put that in mind. Please study hard", my mum counseled as I nodded, taking in her words.Putting my travel bags in
I went over to the chair and table near the bedside as I took my seat, trying to comprehend everything that happened. I was not angry but felt a great glint of disappointment since my dad said earlier that I won't be having a roommate. I wonder how I would manage to live with Christopher, my new roommate for a whole 6 years without getting attracted to him. I am so in trouble', I thoughtI turned abruptly as I glanced at the person in the room, as he kept arranging his clothes in the second part of the wardrobe. Tall with a muscular body, a nice haircut, and a good look, his rosy cheeks, and pink lips contributed to his handsomeness. I breathe in and out trying to remain calm.I watched him remove his shirt and his singlet
"I am afraid that..", I stopped my words as I bit my lips nervously at how I almost wanted to reveal a big secret of mine.The truth is that I am afraid that I would be attracted to him and there is a high tendency he would develop feelings for me. Just my instinct tho, which makes me feel tense right now. I felt his scrutinizing eyes on me and I could not help but have beads of sweat on my forehead even tho it was around 11 am and the cool breeze was still blowing. " Hmm, you seem to be hiding a lot from me. I do not blame you for that but I would not stop investigating", he said locking eyes with my figure. "I think you should try to reconsider that. You might get in trouble looking through my life", I cautioned looking at him. He scoffed and picked the fork as he fed himself a mouthful of the warm spaghetti. The food made its movement down his throat, as his A
"Wakey, wakey. It is your first day at the University", Christopher's voice woke me up as I almost sprang out of the bed.I quickly checked the time and saw 7:05 am. I checked my phone and noticed it was switched off, and my backup alarm was nowhere to be found." What the heck happened? What did you do Chris?", I asked as he put on a blue-collar shirt.He smiled looking at me, and for a few seconds, I felt furious."I just deactivated the alarm on your phone and that of the backup a
Walking alongside Christopher and Joy, I could not help but keep thinking about the messages sent by Raphael. Yes, Raphael, the 200 level student I met this morning sent it leaving a bitter taste at the tip of my tongue, and my heart racing.I tried not to imagine that he liked my voice the instant we met. That sounds crazy and ridiculous as well. Maybe I need to talk with him since I never replied to his messages. Oh God, I hope that what I am thinking will not happen."Earth to Michael", Chris whispered to my ear, bringing me out of my trance as I held my chest feeling frightened already.