Back to college

Sofie’s POV

Blinding rays of sunlight diffracted through the curtain blinds, and seeped into my tightly shut eyes, yanking me out of a light sleep.

Today was d-day, and I felt extremely giddy at the thought of going back to college.

No, even giddy was an understatement.

I felt elated, ecstatic, joyful, and so merry that I could fly with happiness.

I had missed school so much. I had missed socializing with people of my age.

But underneath the jubilant wave of excitement swirling within me, there was a thin glimmer of anxiety tinged with trepidation.

It had been two years since I last went to school, and I couldn't help but fear that I may seem dull to my course mates.

As if to shake off the fearful thoughts of low self esteem issues away from my mind, the alarm on the nightstand dinged.

With a deep sigh, I turned it off and darted a wistful stare at Roman's side of the bed.

Earlier today, I had sensed him leaving for work, and something inside me wished he was here to encourage me and