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        April watched Jordan approach her as she stood motionless in one place. She silently cursed her period for coming out so early because she felt so embarrassed. It did not even give her a sign.

"You are not with your blazers," Jordan says from behind. "Unfortunately, I am not with mine," he says, straight-faced. Meanwhile, April mulls over whether to attend class or return to the hostel. She had a pad in her schoolbag, and the hostel was supposed to be locked by them. The toilet was the ideal location, but how does she move without being noticed? For a while, she wished their uniform was not completely white.

"I forgot my blazers in the hostel," April responds, trying to hide her embarrassment. Jordan's smile did not help matters either.
She wondered what he found amusing.

"Calm down. It's normal, this isn't a death sentence. Stop panicking." Jordan says. Meanwhile, April notices Nimi walking with Flourish; they appear to be having a serious conversation, but it was her only option. She does not hesitate to get his attention right away. She notices Flourish's stern expression as he turns to face her.

Nimi walks down to where she stood alongside Flourish. They both greet Jordan who nods in response. Jordan was curious about what she was up to.

"Do you have any papers with you?" April inquiries.

Nimi reaches deep into his pocket and pulls out a small piece of paper.
"Is this okay?" He asks.

"It's more than enough," April says and squats immediately. She quickly pens down a few words immediately and hands it over to him. "Please help me pass it to Light," April says. She could see Flourish's face light up when she heard her twin name; she could tell she was wondering what was on the sheet of paper.

"Okay!" Nimi says before attempting to retrace his steps, but April calls his attention back.

"I am really sorry but I really have no choice, please lend me your blazers. I will return it once I get back." April says with a pleading look.

"It's no biggy, " Nimi responds with a smile. He quietly takes it off before passing it on. She watches him turn to Flourish who fakes a smile immediately. "Let's go!"

"Please do not forget to give him the paper!" April calls out to him. Immediately he was out of sight she turns to Jordan, who had been there all along.

"So, where to?" He asks while with both hands in his pocket. Meanwhile, she ties the blazers around her waist.

"The toilet! Hope it's okay?" She asks referring to the blazers and entirely acting normal.

"Yes!"

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  Wendy immediately cleans her face with her handkerchief when she sees Darlintina.

Darlintina gives her a strange look as she sits at the desk. They were at their usual hangout, the social hall. The Geography teacher was in class, but Wendy and her friends had decided not to offer it, claiming it was unnecessary in their various fields of study.

"Were you crying?" Darlintina asks with a straight face.

"Huh? No, why would I be crying? " Wendy demands.

"You tell me!" Darlintina says while she adjusts on the desks. "You have been acting strangely since we returned from the break," Darlintina says.

"It is nothing. You are overreacting. I am okay." Wendy says with a smile that clearly did not meet the eyes.

"Wendy!"

"Fine. I'm scared." Wendy says.

“Wendy what's wrong? What are you scared of?" Darlintina asks with an inquisitive look on her face?

"I am afraid of failing," Wendy says now, tears streaming down her cheek.

"You never fail," Darlintina affirms.

"I came in second place when we were graded on the midterm test!" Wendy says. Darlintina let out a weak smile. She understood what being at the top meant for her friend.

"It is just a midterm test. We haven't written the second test or the exam yet. You can do better." Darlintina says. Making Wendy turned to her sharply.

"Are you trying to console me?" She asks with a raised eyebrow. "I did not just come in second place; I shared the spot with Light. That girl April was the best. You and I know Light was the issue I had back then in Junior secondary. I was so happy when he left, he didn't just come back alone but someone else decided to join him." Wendy explains.

"You can always do better. Just believe in yourself." Darlintina explains.

"I outdid myself during the test. Do you know how much I read. Darlintina if I fail I will be locked up in my room throughout the holidays, with no phone or any form of technology. Worst still if my mum doesn't travel. You don't just understand." Wendy explains.

"What I do know is that your mother has been too hard on you. You aren't a computer, she doesn't expect you to always do better than everyone. There are always people there, who are also striving to do better than you." Darlintina explains.

"Titi. You don't understand." Wendy buried her face in her hands.

"Wendy, Amibour, and Precious are on their way," Darlintina says as she sees Boma and Precious walking in their direction. Wendy picks up her can of water and immediately applies it to her face.

"What did Boma do to annoy you?" Wendy asks, trying not to smile.

"I told you they would be here!" Precious speaks grudgingly to Boma.

"We were already on our way out!" Wendy responds almost immediately.

"What happened with your face? It appears swollen." Precious explains.

"I washed the foundation off. Titi said it doesn't suit my skin." Wendy says and she gets up immediately. Darlintina follows suit.

"Is Further Maths teacher coming in?" Darlintina asks referring to Boma directly.

"No. Free period," Boma responds while they walk out of the hall.

"I do not understand Tibiebi again. She is been acting funny since we resumed. Like making a conversation with people I didn't expect her to. What is she doing with Ibinabor again?" Boma asks almost right away, which causes her friends to look over to where Ibinabor and Tibiebi were standing. It looked like they were having a serious conversation. Besides Tibiebi was smiling.

"Look at those her tiny legs. Crayfish, " Darlintina says obviously referring to Ibinabor.

"God knows how much she disgusts me." Precious hisses. Meanwhile, Wendy laughs.

A Junoir student hands Wendy a sheet of paper and says, "Senior Wealth said I should give this to you." Wendy's expression of shock was unhidden. She makes an effort to find him. only to catch him smirking while leaning against a wall. She averts her gaze almost instantly.

"Thanks. You can go, " She dismisses the Junoir boy who mutters words of appreciation before scurrying away.

The look her friends were giving her left her speechless. Boma snatches the paper from her almost immediately, and before she can stop herself, she begins reading it aloud.

Smile more often. You are beautiful.
                                              Wealth.

"Hian," Precious says mockingly.

"Give me." Wendy drags it away from her friends.

"It is no longer just Ibinabor; he also wants to get you pregnant." Precious laughs.

"Not funny!" Wendy comments without smiling.

"What is new?" Darlintina inquires with a curious expression.

"There is nothing between us. Duh, I am equally surprised." Wendy pauses and looks at Precious. "Someone once told me I only get anonymous love notes," Wendy says, smiling.

"Honestly. I am not ready for any wahala." Darlintina says while she pulls Wendy away. She knew what was going to happen next. She wasn't ready for their childish problems.

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