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2024-10-29 19:42:56My lecture was to start by eight in the morning, so I left my hostel thirty minutes before the time. Tony was yet to return from wherever he went and I couldn't care less. I didn't want him back anyway.
The class was scanty when I got there; only a few students were seated. I walked to the front seat knowing fully well my caucus will be there. We always sat at the front seats and all lecturers of ours knew us to the extent that when one of us wasn't around, questions were asked. Tunde was part of my caucus. We were six in number. We organized group study most of the time.
I exchanged greetings with the crew and sat down on my regular chair: a seat at the middle of Tunde and Chineye.
"Have you bought your textbook for Acc 413?" Chineye asked me. Chineye was part of our crew. She disturbed me always and I wondered why. She kept trying to get me into discussions I clearly didn't want to engage in.
The
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I tried all my best to avoid going to the Friday party. I tried convincing Tony that my group study every Saturday was compulsory.I told him I had to have a good night rest to be refreshed for the group study the next day. But all my excuses were rendered useless. Tony was bent on taking me along with him to the party. I wondered why he wanted so badly for me to be there.I sat in the car brooding over the misfortune that had befallen me. Three of Tony's friends had come to take us along with them to the party.Two of the guys were heavily designed with tattoos and piercing while the other smoked silently in the car. I could barely breathe since the smoker was sitting next to me.I wondered where Tony had picked his friends. It was funny how my life had suddenly taken up a huge turn within such a short scale. A week ago, I wouldn't have believed that I'd be wi
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"Nothing changed. Let's go." I snapped as I walked out of the building with Tony. The same guys we came with were the same guys we left with. I was quiet throughout the journey to the hostel while Tony chatted with his tattooed friends. They were all smelling of alcohol and I felt like I was suffocating. I rested my head on the chair and closed my eyes. My eyes were heavy. I could not wait to fall on my bed and have a good night rest. I still needed to make it to the group study today by noon.Immediately we got to the hostel, I fell to the bed without removing my shoes or cloth. I lazily picked up my phone and set an alarm then dozed off to sleep.I woke up with pains all over my body. Tony was nowhere to be found — which wasn't surprising. I was seriously tired of this roommate of mine. I lazily had my bath and wore my cloth as I locked the door, dropping the key with the porters. The group study was to be done at the lag
A Stranger I Met EIGHT
I decided to go with Tony to his friend's party. I knew I shouldn't be doing this but I really wanted to see that girl. As Tony said, I might see her at this party. I made up my mind to forget the girl if I didn't see her at the party. I couldn't continue to attend parties and ruin my life and studies because of a mysterious girl that shared just three minutes of my life - the short experience now my everyday dream.As usual, I was quiet throughout the drive to Tony's friend's house while Tony chattered and bickered. He was talkative. I had never seen a guy who talked that much before. He never got tired of talking instead he derived joy from it. I could tell from the tired smile on the faces of the guys in the car that they were already tired of his talks but Tony didn't notice this.Tony's friend's house was a storey building. Tony had earlier informed me that the parents of the host were always away on a business trip, so all
A Stranger I Met NINE
I sat on the stool thinking of what to do next when I sighted the bottle she had left behind. There were still some content remaining. I picked it up and before I could think, I poured the content into my mouth. The burn was still there but it felt nice. Not long, the strippers came and I sat watching my favourite Ella dance around the pole.I ordered for more bottles and I continued to drink. I couldn't believe that I, Daniel could ever attend a party, let alone drink to stupor. It was so funny to me and I laughed quietly. The night had been wonderful. I got to meet the mysterious girl, speak to her and laugh with her. I felt fulfilled. All thanks to Tony who persuaded me to go with him.As I sat drinking, I felt dizzy. I knew I had had enough but I couldn't stop myself from drinking. My vision was blurred as I stood up to find Tony. I managed to get to him after much staggering. Tony quickly got up the moment he saw me."Daniel, I
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I was surprised to find myself awake very early in the morning. My alarm was yet to ring and I was already awake. I smiled as I thought of my date with Veronica. It was by noon, the same time with the group study. A year back, I would have chosen to go for the group study, but right now, I wouldn't dare. I ironed my shirt and cleaned my shoes. I whistled as I had my bath. I was so happy. Tony was awake when I came out of the bathroom."Going for your group study?" He rubbed his eyes sleepily."Nope." I smiled at him. "I have a date with Veronica."He sat up immediately with a dropped jaw. "So fast?I shrugged and sat on my bed. Tony watched me as I got dressed."Well. . .Daniel. . .It's not like I'm not happy for you o. I know how much you worked hard for this. But, let's be realistic. That girl is not your type.""What's that supposed to mean?" I looked at him.He
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Each day was like plain torture to me. The fact I couldn't see or call Veronica was killing me. The tears I saw in her eyes back at the eatery haunted me. I tried to convince myself that those tears were deceitful; fake tears; crocodile tears but each time I thought I had myself convinced, an accusation crept into my chest, screaming at me for being so foolish.Chineye and Tunde added to my misery as they concentrated on being a pest. Chineye kept throwing it to my face my date with Veronica. She said she suspected that something was up ever since I stopped coming for the group study. She wanted to know who the lady was and why I chose someone else over her.Tunde kept ringing it to my hearing that I would fail if I kept doing what I was doing. No one was helping me out! Tony didn't speak much to me he was rarely around. Many a time, I had picked my phone to call Veronica only to drop it down. I ached badly to see her even though we wouldn't talk. I
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I waited for another Friday night like a groom waiting for his bride. I decided against telling Tony my new agenda for I felt he'd try to stop me from attending any party with him. That Friday night Tony returned from wherever he went to have his bath and change his cloth for the party. I watched him secretly as he got dressed.I had earlier heard him say he was going to the frat house for a party one of the frat members was throwing. Immediately he left the room, I dashed into the bathroom to have my bath. I rummaged my wardrobe looking for the perfect outfit. I needed to look good for her. I went over the memorized speech I intended to pour out to her immediately I saw her. I walked out of my room praying for grace.The frathouse was difficult to locate for I knew not my way. I had often gone with Tony who knew the way. I finally got to the venue after many troubles.The frathouse was like I remembered. I walked i
A Stranger I Met THIRTEEN
I got an apartment through an agent, some distance away from school. I quickly informed my mother about it for I longed desperately to pack into my new house. I didn't want to inconvenient Chibuzor anymore. I knew he had no problem with me staying with him but I deemed it wise to leave. I decided to get a car since my new apartment was far from the school. I told my mum about this also and she tried to persuade me to find somewhere closer."Your father doesn't like you been far away from school." She had said."Mum! I don't have time to search for another place to stay. I need to leave that hostel immediately. I can't stay there anymore. Tell dad not to worry besides it's just for a year and I'd be done with school. There's nothing to be worried about.""What about the car you're asking for? I don't think your father will give you money. . .""I'm not asking him to give me money. He has two cars and
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I gave a heavy sigh as I turned to leave the prison yard which had been my abode for five days. My trial had been the day before and just as my father had promised, I was pronounced innocent.It was moments like this that I was most grateful to have an Illustrious and eminent person for a father. However, I hadn't done anything wrong so being imprisoned for a crime I didn't commit would be an infringement on my rights. Nevertheless, I was joyous to be out of prison.It was refreshing to see the broad daylight again after my being in an enclosed area. My family had insisted that I came along with them after the court proceedings but I had refused for some reasons which I couldn't pinpoint. I guess I didn't like the way I looked and so wouldn't want my kids to see me this way. I took a last glance at the prison gate and made a vow never to step my feet there again.The road was busy as usual a
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I grabbed my phone to call the number he used in calling me when I saw him coming; dragging my son haphazardly. My son looked dirty and tattered and there was an injury on his head. My heart broke as I stared at my son."Daddy!" My son whimpered as he struggled to free himself from Tony's grip."Well! Well!! Well!!! Look who's here. The Almighty Daniel." He laughed. He was much older with an unkempt beard and hair. He looked so shaggy, so unlike the Tony who liked to be fresh. There was an ugly scar on his face and wondered where he got such scar from."You haven't changed at all. You look good. You don de count money, don de chop money de enjoy yourself, sheybi?" He laughed and I ignored him."Where is Veronica? Still hiding under your shell?""She's in the car. She's pregnant and can't climb all the way here." I coldly replied."Mmmm. So are you suggesting we go down t
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I sat in my office when I received a call. It was from Veronica. I had grown lean due to the stress Tony was pouring on me. He was so smart to confiscate any sim card he used in calling me. This way, it was difficult for the police to track him down and no one knew his whereabouts. I picked my phone up and placed it on my ear."Daniel!" Veronica's voice was haunted and I stiffened immediately."What is it?" I asked."Somto. . .Somto. . .""What happened to Somto? What happened to my son?""Somto has been kidnapped." She wailed.My hands began to shake and I struggled to keep my phone in place. "How did this happen? Where are the guards? How could they allow such a thing to happen?""He was kidnapped before they came to pick him up. Jonathan said that they were sitting in front of the classroom waiting for the guards to come. Somto i
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It had been quite some days since I saw Veronica for It was my test week and I was occupied with so much reading and group study. I had a lot to catch up with for I was seriously lagging; a lot had happened this semester. I had missed Veronica so much and I couldn't wait for Friday for that was the end of my numerous tests.The dinner we had with my family had gone perfectly fine. Veronica had been nervous and scared thinking my parents wouldn't approve of her but like I told her earlier, my mum fell in love with her instantly and the two of them moved about like best friends who hadn't seen each other in a while. My dad too was good to her and this made my heart glow.I returned to my room after the two tests we had that Friday morning. Since I had a lot to cover, I had skipped eating and bathing to have enough time to read. For this reason, I returned immediately to my apartment to bathe and eat.After showe
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It had been three days since my fight with Tony and I sat in my room, staring at my textbook. Veronica left that day for she had classes in the morning. I had not seen Tony and I was grateful for that. Fortunately, Tony hadn't pressed any charges against me.After all that happened, I promised myself not to engage in such a thing again. Tony wasn't worth my attention, I told me. He had done more harm than good to me and so I sought to avoid him.My mum had called earlier to ensure I was okay. She was very happy that I had a girlfriend and she invited us for a dinner at home during the weekend. Veronica had been tensed ever since she heard the news. She felt my parents wouldn't like her; she was scared to go. I tried my best to calm her down by ensuring her that there was nothing to be worried about.I seriously was looking forward to the dinner for I wanted Veronica to get to know my mum. I knew my mother woul
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Tunde and I sat in the school's love garden using the Internet service the school provided. I was downloading some movies on my phone while Tunde was downloading some materials he deemed helpful. I had downloaded five movies and the sixth one was downloading slowly. I got tired of looking at my phone; monitoring the pace. I felt if I got distracted somehow, the movie would download quicker. So I looked around, observing my environment and then I saw him. My stomach folded into knots and I felt nauseous and infuriated at the same time. I tried to look away but I couldn't.He was with a girl I hadn't seen before and they were laughing sheepishly. I wondered why he was so conspicuous by girls. To me, he had a very ugly face and to top it all, he had a horrible character. Suddenly he looked up and his eyes met with mine. He looked shocked for a moment but quickly recovered. A goofy grin appeared on his face and I felt a need to
A Stranger I Met EIGHTEEN
I hated Tony with every ounce of energy in me. The abhorrence I felt towards Tony was so huge. It was like a giant cloud hanging over my head, threatening to consume me. I had never hated anyone this way. Just the mention of his name irritated me. I tore a book to shred just because it had a character whose name was Tony. I never knew I could hate anyone this way.Each time I looked at Veronica and the pain she was undergoing, I felt like killing Tony. Veronica had refused to go back to her hostel to avoid attending her lectures. The news about her being the popular stripper had spread like wildfire throughout her school. I knew how she felt and this made me hate Tony even more for causing such pain to her. Just because he wanted to hurt me, he had hurt someone else. It had been a week since the incident happened but Veronica was yet to recover.I didn't attend my lectures also that week. I had to stay with her for I feared she'd hurt he
A Stranger I Met SIXTEEN-SEVENTEEN
It had been one week since Veronica left my house and I missed her so terribly. Though she spoke to me about attending that week's party so we could meet, I declined. I really didn't want to go to any party again. As I sat amid my group members with Chibuzor explaining a topic for it was his turn, I wished I had gone. Not seeing her face for a week was like plain torture. I wished to see her every day.I sat chewing my pen as I tried to concentrate on what Chibuzor was saying. Chineye was not around again. After the group discussion, Tunde told me they were going to visit her again since she was not around last Saturday. I wished them luck and asked him to give me feedback if they met her for I was curious to know what her reasons were.On Monday, after lectures, Tunde told me that she wasn't in her hostel again. I wondered where she went on Saturdays or was she intentionally avoiding them? Partying came to my mind but I waved it away. I
