#FLASHBACK
My family and I were sitting at the dining table for dinner on a Friday night 2hen my dad mentioned that I should inform him when the application for JAMB examinations is available. The JAMB form has been available for close to a week, which I obviously did not inform my dad about.
The thought of writing that examination, which was a very important criteria for higher education, only left a bitter taste at the back of my tongue. My sixth sense no doubt kept wandering about the consequences of gaining admission into the university. I felt shivers down my body, especially with one of the decisions I made recently.
"Ethan is sick?" I asked to confirm."Yep," Joshua replied, patting my back before leaving my worried self. Ethan is sick? How is that possible?' I questioned myself as I felt concerned for him.I saw him this morning and he was looking hale and hearty. We talked as he even tried to convince me to come to the school hostel. I even forced him to revise his Biology. We concluded the Biology and the next thing was that he was nowhere to be found.I quickened my pace as I hurriedly went to the sickbay. I walked slowly down the corridors of the sickbay when I heard some known voices of some of my classmates.I moved towards the open
It has been over 3 weeks, and a lot of things have happened. The WAEC examination came to an end, and I must confess, I felt as if a burden had been lifted off my shoulder. That very day we concluded our examination, we(the SSS3 students) made our way to the staff room, each one of us saying our words of appreciation to our teachers.All the teachers held on a beautiful smile as they said their blessings, wishing us a good future ahead. We all went back to the hall, with one less task off our way. I decided in my heart to use the next two weeks to rest and prepare for my next examination, the NECO EXAMINATION. Yes, the NECO examination, an exam that is also as important as the previous one.As much as I love reading, I would rather cancel that examination, but
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." I'm sorry for the bre
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