Chioma's POV.

I opened my eyes with great difficulty, due to the terrible migraine I was having, and I immediately shut them back the minute the rays of light from the sun_ which reflected from the windows_ fell directly into my eyes, blurring my vision for only a split second.

I muttered words incoherently as I tried getting up but failed miserably; slumping _ once more _ against the bed. It was then that I took notice of my environment and realized I was in Amanda's room, with her massive duvet over my body. The minute I tried getting up again, I heard a groan right next to me and I turned my head to the direction of the sound and was beyond shocked to see Agozie sleeping right next to me, without any care in the world. Luckily, he was fully dressed and that saved me the embarrassment of having wild thoughts on what might have happened last night.

Last night...

I tried my best to recall the events from last night but my head kept making that excessive bang sound in my head, that only I could hear. I contemplated waking him up but decided against it, seeing as he looked so peaceful and I didn't what to bother him. I decided we'd talk about it the minute he wakes up. My headache made things really difficult and it made me groan in pain as I tried massaging my forehead.

Finally pulling the big duvet off my body, I got out of bed but then I realized I wasn't putting on my clothes but Amanda's panda bear nightie.

The fudge?! He changed me?!

Without thinking twice, I smacked Agozie so hard on his legs that he jumped out of bed and fell to the floor; face flat. I couldn't care less about if he broke a few bones as he fell, the main issue at hand was that he changed me without my consent.

"You changed me last night, didn't you?" I asked more calmly than expected, shocking myself with the amount of eery calmness I withheld in my voice. I was feeling so embarrassed, definitely, but I certainly couldn't act like it never happened. For Pete's sake, he's Amanda cousin and I don't even know him that well! And we definitely haven't gotten to changing each other's clothes stage... Which is certainly not even a thing!

"I did, but only because you reeked so much last night. You took too much alcohol and that made you, well, smell bad. I was only trying to help" he said with a shrug, running a hand through his hair and yawning extensively.

Don't even get me started on his morning breath, Eww!

"I got drunk because you made me drink all that alcohol, you didn't even pity me" I argued.

"I didn't push the drink down your throat, you took it willingly" he replied nonchalantly, doing a few stretches, which only irked me further. He doesn't even understand the gravity of what he did.
"And chill, my eyes were closed the entire time" he winked with a smile grazing his lips.

Of course I know he's definitely lying! I'm not stupid!

I felt my cheeks burn with embarrassment and I groaned while cradling my head in my palms.

"How much did you see?" I asked and he grinned.

"A lot!" He beamed and my eyes bulged out of their sockets. "I saw a whole lot!" His goofy grin was on full display at this point.

"Seriously?" I asked, my voice a little shaky.

"Relax," he chuckled. "I'm just kidding!" He chuckled once more and I exhaled and plopped on the bed once more.

"By the way," he started. "... do you remember what you did last night? I'm sure you don't" He asked and I sprang up and looked him in the eye.

"What did I do last night?" I asked and he smiled and scratched the nape of his neck, nervously.

"You, um, you kissed me" he replied and I gasped.

"I what?" It came out in a whisper.

"Kissed me" he said once more and I glared at him.

"You don't have to say it again, I heard you the first time" I snapped and he raised his hand in surrender and mouthed a "sorry" to me. I huffed as I ran a hand through my disheveled braids, each sticking out carelessly.

How did I let this happen?!

"Okay so, how...? Um," I cleared my throat. "How did that happen?" I asked and he chuckled and sat right next to me while putting his arm around my shoulder.

"So, we played for sometime and you kept forfeiting most of the dares and truths you were asked to do and that's why you got drunk from taking too many shots__"

"But that's because your questions and dares were awfully brutally and way too embarrassing to say or do" I interrupted and he let out a sigh.

"Let me finish" he said. "Finally, I noticed you were too drunk to continue and plus; you began to misbehave, you said so many stupid things..." He laughed. "...So many stupid things that I'm sure you'll regret if you heard yourself. Don't ask me what you said cause I won't tell, it's best you don't know about them",

"Shortly after that, I had to take you upstairs to Amanda's room but then you reeked of alcohol so badly and you didn't seem to be comfortable in your clothes and that's why I helped you change into Amanda's nightwear. And you kissed me while I was helping you out, to be honest, I was shocked but then I kissed back...just so I don't seem rude, ya know? And then I ended up sleeping here with you, cause you refused to let go of my arm." He grinned and I groaned from all the embarrassment.

"I actually did that?" I asked, making sure to avoid eye contact.

"Yeah" he grinned, clearly enjoying how miserable and embarrassed I was feeling and looking.

"Just know that whatever it was that I said last night was just the alcohol talking, not me. I had no idea what I was doing and the worse part is that I don't even remember anything that happened. Everything just seems a bit blurry, I never meant to kiss you" I replied and he nodded his head affirmatively.

"I understand" he grinned.

Why does he keep smiling at everything?! I'm busy here, dying of embarrassment and he's just smiling at that fact!

"And Amanda? Where is she? Cause I see no reason for you to be in here or even undress me with her around" I asked and he shrugged.

"Mandy came home in the evenings and met you, well, drunk. But she had to go pick her parents from the airport and unfortunately they had to lodge in a hotel cause of the terrible rain that fell last night and flooded the roads. You can call her to confirm. She was the one who told me to take good care of you. They'll be back tis morning" he said and I grunted in frustration. I wish Amanda came home last night, all this wouldn't have happened.

"You know what? Let's act like none of this ever happened and the next time you come to me to play a 'game'... " I put air quote at game. "... Just know that you'll receive a slap instead. Deal?" I said and he nodded his head amusedly.

"Deal" he said and headed for the door. "Also, you should be thanking me. Unlike some guys, I could've had my way with you last night and trust me when I say I was tempted to, but I didn't. Not all guys can do that, especially with that body of yours" he shot me a smile once more before leaving. To say I was flabbergasted was an understatement.

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Femi's POV.

I stared at my phone, my eyes still glued on one specific contact which stared back at me, and I groaned afterwards. The name written on the screen; Sassy Brat, stared back at me as my thumb hovered over the speed dial option. I know it's not my business at all, but I was really worried about Chioma. I couldn't call yesterday cause I was afraid she wouldn't pick, that, and the fact that she might still be feeling a bit downcast.

Finally, after much contemplation, I finally dialed her number and it rang. I waited patiently for her to pick, but that didn't happen. I tried once again and she still didn't pick.

Obviously, I knew she wouldn't pick.

With a sigh escaping my lips, I tossed my phone on my bed and lay down on my bed to sleep. I won't be heading to the office today, because there isn't much work to be done there, and that meant I could rest and relax. I was just about turning on the TV when my phone rang right next to me, on my bed. I got up and retrieved the phone, answering the call without bothering to check for the caller's ID.

"Hello?" I said.

"You called" and that response was enough to make me realize who I speaking to. It was Chioma.

"Yeah, I did. Good morning, how d'you sleep last night?" I replied and waited for her response which was a bit delayed.

"Good morning to you too. I slept fine" she finally replied and I found myself grinning. Despite the fact that I couldn't see her as we spoke, I knew she was definitely showing off some attitude, probably rolling her eyes at some point and putting on a scowl.

"Okay. Do you feel better now? I hope you're not still upset about everything that happened yesterday" I said and I could hear her grunt from across the line.

"Like you care. Why are you even trying to seem nice to me? It's best you stop cause I don't want anymore complications in my life. As it is, I'm pretty sure your parents hate me now, you should too. It's better that way" she replied and sighed, shaking my head at her bluntly honest reply.

"Don't say that. They don't hate you" I replied. I wasn't sure if they did, but I also hoped they didn't. After all that happened yesterday, we barely said anything concerning Chioma's outburst. Only dad asked about Chioma's whereabouts but my mom didn't seem to care, in fact, she acted like she never met her in the first place. And when I asked why, she said it was because she knew Chioma was safe and sound and she also didn't want to interfere in the personal matters concerning the Aniobi's. I understood her point of view and so I didn't bother stretching the matter any further.

"Don't lie to me. I'm fine so don't bother calling to show fake sympathy towards me. I just... I just don't need it" she replied and I huffed, wondering what I did to this girl this time around. Just when I thought there was hope for us ever getting along, I wanted to understand her better; to read her like a book but I found out she turned out to be a series. There's no understanding Chioma Aniobi cause she's a very confusing individual. One time she's hot and the next she's cold. Trying to wrap my head around the urgencies of her behavior always threw me off balance, she's just difficult. If she were to be a course in the university, then she'd be categorized into sections.

"Chioma, I'm not trying to show fake sympathy or concern. I'm calling cause I actually care, for once, quit trying to point out all the flaws in my efforts and actually see what I'm actually trying to do and at least acknowledge it wholeheartedly. It's not fair that you attack me each time I try to help you" I said, my voice solemn.

"I didn't ask for your help, Femi. That's not an excuse. You're the one always butting in" she replied and I kept quiet, dumbfounded by her reply.

What kind of person says that to someone who's helped them so much?

I wonder why I try to help her. I shouldn't put so much effort into an obnoxiously arrogant girl.

"Okay. Since that's what you feel is best then that's okay. I won't bother you anymore" I replied solemnly, about to hang up when she stopped me.

"Try and understand me. I just don't want trouble, a lot is going on in my life right now and the last thing I want is more trouble" and with that I let out an exasperated sigh.

"I understand" and then I hung up.

I certainly do not understand. I don't get her!

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