Episode 52
By: Eunice Nwodu Ifunanya
……Mrs Forbes……
“The surgery was successful and your son is now conscious but would need a little time before he would be able to talk or move” The doctor said after he stepped out from the theater.
Luckily, my husband made it and was here with me.
“Thank you so much, doctor! This is good news” I said exuberantly.
“Yeah, it is. You will be able to see him in an hour, please excuse me” He said before leaving.
“I always knew Germany would help us with the best doctor for this!” I stated enthusiastically.
“Yeah, you were right. I’m glad our son is okay. He doesn’t deserve any of this. I think it’s one of my haters that sent those thugs. The police are doing all they can to find them too” He replied and I sighed.
“Enough trouble for one day” I stated in a low voice.
…..Rissa’s pov……..
“Thank you, Vivian” I said as she carried my luggage down the stairs.
She had packed my clothes and other necessary things for me.
My heart wasn’t at peace yet.
I’m sure it would be when I’m at grandma’s house with pineapple. We’ll watch movies and catch up on some old comedy skits.
Mykel was ready to leave too. He had called Selena and she would drive him to the airport.
I never expected things to take an odd turn.
This shouldn’t be at all…
Mom came running towards me holding her phone.
“Rissa, Your gymnastic teacher is on the line. She said she needs you to represent the school at the upcoming big competition. What do you say, huh? Do you really wanna leave this behind??” She asked with arched brows.
“What??? What happened to Madison – her beloved?” I asked rolling my eyes sardonically.
“She’s really sick and has been sicking rehearsals. Come on, Rissa. They need you” She pressed with a dulled up expression.
“No, mom. I’m not gonna be the sacrificial lamb this time. She should learn how to treat everyone equally. I can remember clearly when she kept picking Madison over us. Like, we had curved legs. It was really pathetic, mom! I’m leaving and I’m not turning back…” I rasped and stormed out on her.
I took the long stairs rushing outside.
No one is stopping me from leaving this place, today, no one!
I bumped into Mykel outside and it scared the hell out of me.
He looked really cute in the pink jacket he wore and a new hairstyle.
I can’t believe I’ll never see him again!
“What are you still doing here??” I asked spitefully.
“You know I can’t leave without seeing you…” He replied standing before me.
I rolled my eyes as he tried to give me that intense stare he exhibits when I’m livid.
“I’m gonna miss your face, your voice, your glares and stubbornness. You’re an amazing person, Rissa. I had no idea when I fell too. I didn’t want to…” He paused and took I a deep breath.
“You’re just so annoying, Mykel!” I rasped unable to control the surge.
I wish I could just….
Why can’t things work out?!!!
Instead of making me sad, it made me furious and angry.
And then again, why me?…
“But you still love me like that, don’t you?” He asked biting his lower lip.
“I don’t love you. Not anymore” I whimpered afraid that I would soon break into pieces.
“Don’t say things you’d regret later, Rissa. I’m not gonna hide it anymore. I love you so much” He said in one breath.
“Get out of my house, Mykel” I ordered pointing towards the gate which was quite distant from us.
He sighed and brought out his hands from his pockets. He came inches closer and tried kssing me but I withdrew my lips.
I thought I had succeeded in resisting him but immediately, he grabbed me by waist and slammed his lips on mine.
So, out of control!
He wiped them after we had disengaged.
His breath hoarse and panting too.
“I think I love you too” I whispered and he nodded.
“Bye, Rissa. I’ll be back for you if this thing I feel for you is real…” He muttered before taking few steps backwards. He put his hands in the pockets of his hoodie before leaving.
I sniffed and turned around giving our house one last glance before I leave too.
I spotted mom at the window staring.
She gave me a comforting smile before I headed for my own ride. I met Pineapple on the back seat chewing on a plastic toy.
“It’s just us again, P. Bored about life” I breathed out as the car began moving.
I’m surprised that I’m not crying or feeling miserable like I did last two nights when he gave me the news. I just feel stronger though a bit scarce. I’m sure it’ll heal up soon.
There’s nothing my grandma can’t handle.
So, this is it. I’m leaving a city I thought would make me feel important.
I sighed.
Lucas is in hospital.
I lost my two best friends.
I almost lost my innocence.
And lastly, I got ditched by someone I hated at first but gradually fell In love with.
He might be back for me though. I smiled…
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