Love-life on Campus: Episode 5 ********* Betty sipped some water and swirled it in her mouth before swallowing it., that was her fifth glass, she was lying down on the soft rug watching Tv with Jay-Jay who was sipping some wine. Her eyes drifted to the wall clock. She suddenly became time conscious. Jeez!... she quickly got up did anything bite you? Jay-jay asked sipping more wine yes...no..time she pointed at the clock whats with time? he didnt look up. Its past 8pm already, and the gate to the hostel closes by 7:30. she said pitying herself you can pass the night here if you wish..he started she stared at him- in her wildest dreams. If you think you can spend the night in the harem of cultists, then you are welcomed. He added smiling. No. She said almost in a whisper uhm? Im leaving now she said picking her purse. okay. he picking up something that looked like a recieverbring over the camry he said into it. Lemme drop you off. he told her. Im going to Emekas place- I..ill spend the night there her voice was low. Ill drop you there, he chuckled. He didnt seem to care. He led the way out, they got into the car and drove off. The journey to Emekas place took 30 minutes. here we are. Jay-Jay whispered, stoping the car right in front of Emekas flat. Thank you she smiled Il call you tomorrow morning he was smiling too. She knocked gently on Emekas door, she is really gonna suprise him. Hi.. she said as Emeka opened the door. wow.. was all Emeka could say before pulling her into a warm hug. Sit down, let me get you something to eat he sounded excited. She sat down; the thought of food made her happy. To what do I owe this visit? he asked placing a plate of jollof rice before her. Visit! I was at Jay-Jays place, I wasnt time conscious, it got late, so I decided to come and..you know..spend the night here she explained slowly. Because Jay-Jay couldnt accomodate you for the night or what? Emeka asked with a low laugh. Betty felt insulted, she stood up gently, picking her purse and phone Im sorry for the trouble she said moving towards the door. Hey, cmon baby, that was not what I meant... he said apologetically. She wasnt listening, she left, he followed her, he looked left and right but no trace of her. He sighed heavily, he was in deep poo! He shouldnt have said those words...He felt the world crashing at his feet. ************ Betty was standing by the road side, she was breathing heavily, she was trying her best not to cry. Damn it! She cursed under her breathe, who does he think he was anyway! She felt her forehead, her head was aching badly. Damn the headache! damn Emeka! Damn the hunger she felt! Damn... A car pulled up beside her, Jay-Jay got down, Lets go home little sis he whispered taking her hands gently, opened the door and she got in without a word. He looked at her briefly before driving off. He helped her out of the car, sat her down on a cushion in the living room Stop crying He said gently, she had been crying all the way. He opened a foil paper that contained suya Eat he whispered but she shook her head please Nnem he was pleading with her. She has never heard that softness in his voice before, she never knew he had the word please in his dictionary. She took a piece, it tasted foul, she made an attempt to throw up, but he held her down. steady there! Its not the suya, but your heart- its full of pains he said gently, pouring some creamy substance into a mug. here, drink up, its milk she drank it all,and drank another serving halfway before keeping the mug down. He pulled her up and moved her towards his bedroom. you need to sleep He whispered tucking her in bed. He put off the lights leaving only the bedside lamp. If you need anything, press the bell he told her showing her a button by the bedside. goodnight, Ill share the spare room with Tiger he explained before leaving the room. Her eyelids were heavy, she closed them gently, this is where she belongs-home. ************* She was awakened by the sound of a gun shot. She sat up abruptly pushing the bed covers away, she looked around; Yikes! It was morning. She pressed the bell button on impulse. The door squeaked and opened with Tigers head poking in. You need anything? he asked he doesnt have the courtesy to greet! Mtchew. Wheres Jay-Jay? she ignored his question. him don comot, e say make I tell you say him dey come now now tiger replied alittle bit politely. the gunshot? her voice was low, Rox was loading his gun he explained with an amused look who ever Rox was! Mtchew! Thanksshe watched him shut the door. What the heck was Jay-Jay thinking leaving her here? What if Tiger beheaded her? She shuddered. Getting up gently, she moved towards the bathroom. Slowly she washed her face trying to wave Tigers murderous face off her mind. She looked up at the mirror, her eyes were swollen. Mtchew! Maybe... Betty? Jay-Jay called her she froze, Wheres this girl? she quickly wiped her face and ran out. There you are! How was your night? he asked dropping a polythene bag on the table . Good morning she sat down uhm...your eyes are swollen, you cried alot yesterday.. he squatted beside her wanna talk about it? he continued. She shook her head. okay he sighed pulling the polythene bag towards him. He brought out a flask, bread, butter and boiled eggs. breakfast he told her standing up to get a mug. Gently he served her while she ate. You have lectures today? he asked, she nodded. Eat up let me take back to school. he sounded like a father, she wanted to laugh but kept a straight face. ********* Betty was walking as fast as her legs could carry her, Emeka too was running after her. Why was he following anyway, cant he just leave her alone? Mtchew! Please Betty... emeka pleaded holding her arm. whats it? she glared at him please Im sorry, I swear I didnt mean to hurt you by those words he sounded desperate. hmmn, Ive heard, you didnt mean those words but you said them? I thought you were a friend she started walking away But I love you He screamed after her. She stopped in her track, her heart racing fast, did he just say those words to her? A crowd of students began to gather. Please baby, I truly love you, I wouldnt hurt you emeka was now on his knees. gosh! Please stand up she was nervous forgive me he pleaded I forgive you, please stand up, were creating a scene her voice was shaky. He stood up gently thanks you. he was searching her eyes I love you too she said quitely, those tears were welling up again. They hugged each other warmly and the crowd of student clapped and cheered. ehen! See love nwantiti! a plump girl exclaimed before walking off, the crowd began to disperse. That was the most romantic display, Ive ever seen it was Chuks. olboy I feel you! Chisom exclaimed HI Betty was grinning widely Nwa oma, I never knew Romeo and Juliet were still alive Chuks chuckled. Oh yes! She felt fulfilled, at least. This calls for a celebration Edith said from behind them. Betty hugged her. yeschuks and chisom chorused. I guess sahara sweets will do Edith suggested and they all moved towards Emekas car. Bettys phone rang, it was a text message, she opened it... Hey little sis, I saw that episode, I never knew you were that romantic...that was lovely, right now ama pop champagne with my guys. Ill call ya later. Take kia and Enjoy! Jay-Jay She smiled, Jay-Jay saw it too...G-gal can go hell and burn to ash, she doesnt care. Episode 6 @8pm
Posted on: Thu, 31 Jul 2014 16:11:36 +0000
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