clear signs

He was staring at marcy.The new transfer student.

She kept playing with her hair in a childish but cute way.

Even I could admit to that.

A surge of rage and something else boiled inside me. Jealousy?.

My heart dropped,he didn't care.

Mrs Becky carried on with her lecture ,she kept moving away from me and back to her seat.

Before I could think of the whether to say something or not,The period bell rang.The class was over.

I breathed a heavy sigh of relieve.

How am I supposed to tell anyone that Victor constantly plaque my thoughts ? That he was in everything dream,every wish,every fantasy, every prayer request.I have ever made.

Janet,my best friend walked over.

" your becoming popular these days" Janet smiled sheepishly at me.

"I don't think I want to be team Victor anymore!" She continued after I didn't give a response.

"This guy is getting into your head, he is messing you up!"

"Shhhh! Do you want others to hear ?!! I muttered trying to cover her mouth

" Maybe that would end this silly obsession of yours ".she concluded

"You know it's not an obsession".

"Come on,your only 16.what do you know about love?!"

" I just know Janet ". Deep down I knew I didn't, with the way my feelings for him grew . I often grew scared that one day the would overwhelm me.

"Are you ever going to tell him ?" Janet asked.

THis was the one question I dreaded the most. Ever since I transferred to this Mercy's high two years ago. That was three years ago, when I and my family moved to Lagos from Enugu state.

On arrival I didn't like victor. This feeling for him grew over time.

I never actually planned to be this much in love with anyone.

I mean What if he doesn't like me,because of my looks.

I got braises done years ago which made me look funny,it made me feel insecure about my appearance.

I was glad when I went for an appointment with my dentist two weeks ago.

He mentioned I no longer needed them.

That filled my heart with great joy.

" I don't think I can ..." I started off not knowing how else to answer.

" We have the schools annual carol in two days Stacy. You could do it then" she spoke softly as Victor and his friend Isaac walked past us .

I was once again drawn to him.

I stared at his back for the longest time.

Every single day I see him I start to love him over and over again.

I like this guy a lot;I like the way he carries himself he is slender but strong, his chest is broader than most guys I have ever seen. His skin a beautiful shade of caramel,with lips so juicy the begged to be licked .

I lick my lower lip and forced myself to tear my gaze away from his retreating figure .

I have to stop fantasizing about him.

He is way out of my league, he will never like someone like me.

I look too plain.

My parents tell me am pretty but I know it's on an average level.

I shrug when I remember

hE likes someone else.

Eyes they say don't lie,but they do say everything. When we pay utmost attention to listen.

"We need to head to the cafeteria,I'm starving." Janet reminded me while rubbing her hand on her belly.

" Will you pay for the both of us?" I chuckled knowing fully well she wouldn't oblige.

Janet who now stood in front of me,turned to look at me.

She shook her head. A silent resolve,No.

We both into burst laughter.

"Let's go then".I sprang up to follow in Janet's track.

I Thank God for blessing me with Janet.

As an only child,in a family.

I know how lonely the world can be right from childhood.

my parents tried their best to be available,the brought out time to spend with me.

That void,that empty space could never be never filled.It only grew wider with mercy pass year.

Janet keeps me company in school;she is the like sister I never had.

Though older,she never made me feel that gap.

She is just like the older sister I never had.

I smiled at her as we walked hand in hand to eat.

James

" I saw you checking out the transfer student" Israel joked.

That got a loud cheer from the guys around .

One went ahead to give me a light nudge .

They never seem to mind their business. The made it a normality to meddle in other people's affairs.

I sighed loudly,said nothing and just joined in the laughter.

I was indeed looking at Marcy.

I cannot deny that part.

Ever since she transfered here.

I secretly have a thing for her.

She seem to be the only person who didn't noticed.

She is always found reading a book.

Most times I thought she covered herself to hide her beautiful face.

Her best friend let me on the fact that she didn't have a boyfriend.

I wanted to wait till the school ball to ask her out.

Maybe I would have the courage to do so.

I grinned at the thought.

Suddenly as if She could read my mind she walked by us, it was as if I could fell her presence before she came.

"Hi Marcy !"I greeted with great enthusiasm.

"Hey James !"

Her voice sounded like melodies.

A huge smile filled my face, the other guys noticed the shift in emotions.

They laughed amongst themselves.

Their laughter made me weary.

My classmates and I organized a small party I offered to have it in my house.

My dad didn't hesitate before agreeing.He assigned Mr Park to plan the event.

I pray he makes it memorable and one of a kind.

I want to impress Marcy with it

I asked Mr Park specifically to decorate a room upstairs. Preferably mine.

I needed a candle lit dinner with a clear view of the night sky.

And where else in the mansion to do it other than my room.

I also want to have some alone time with Marcy.

Under the stars, in the night .

Something special for the two of us.

my dad's influence extends everywhere. He believes power all over is of utmost importance.

hEr homework on days she couldn't .

I planted the right seeds in her heart.

I just hope the sprout in my favour

I want her and every one else to know that I like her before letting her know.

I am certain if I continue on this track she will eventually feel the same for me.

STacy

On the day of the party. My mom dropped me off at Janet's home. She needed to get back to work as soon as possible.

My dad on the other hand went on a business trip a week before.

I am glad they are busy, I dont want their over protective nature ruining my day.

No one would question what I plan to wear now.

Thankfully we had already made plans.

I wore a stunning red dress that fitted my curvy body so perfectly.the gown had pretty silver stones adorned on it.It had an off shoulder neckline which accentuated my collarbones, though it exposed a little cleavage I loved it.

Being a light skinned girly most colours complimented my skin colour.

Janet helped me wear my makeup.i let my ocean braids run loose.

Today is one of those days when I fell different,where I need to do everything different. To feel different for once in my life .

It also made me scared, what if I was trying so hard to be a different person because I am not proud of the person I am.

Janet had to do a lot of reassuring before I agreed we were ready to leave.

I glanced at myself In the mirror for the last time.

We were already an hour and thirty minutes late .

Janet's brother Luke hurriedly drove us to the venue.

My racing heart never slowed,rather it grew more anxious. Every passing minute felt like an eternity.

I closed my eyes and steadied my breathing.

The car finally stopped in front of a very huge building.

Luke stepped down from the driver's seat and walked over to the passenger seat were I was seating. He opened the door and gave his hand to help me out.

"You ladies look gorgeous! " Luke praised, still holding my hand.

" Thank you Luke" I couldn't help but blush. Though I feel uncomfortable with his touch his appraisal did

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