Ella Maria Idorenyin had already planned out how her life would be in the higher institution, which is the university. She actually thought she'd move in a triangular pattern, from her dorm, attend classes and then to the library and back to her dor...
I lay in my bed, unable to sleep, I kept on twisting and turning throughout the night. I had an unsettling feeling in the pit of my stomach ever since I read that text. I had no clue who it could be from, or why they would send such a thing to me. No one knew what happened between David and I. Heck I haven't even told Ama. And knowing David there's no way he would tell anyone we broke up.
I debated on wether to show my parents the message but I got scared. What if they ask me what my relationship with David was? What if they investigate and find out the whole truth. I could never let that happen.
On the other hand. This might be a silly tactic of his to get me to talk to him. Right? He wouldn't stoop as low as threatening me with death ? But what if something had happened to him. He hadn't called nor texted again. His last seen was 2 days ago. Which was very unlike him.
Beads of Sweat was already forming on my forehead despite the AC being on full blast. I got up and sat down on my bed, I was scared. No cap. This person whoever they are might be dangerous, they might be after me . What if David had hurt himself? I doubt he would that. I mean, he's traveling to England to be with his biological mother so why would he hurt himself when he had been waiting for this moment his entire life. What if this is a joke? Something was just wrong. Terribly wrong somewhere. I pushed that thought to the back of my head and got up to prepare myself for my flight to Lagos in an hour.
I took a hot shower to relax my throbbing head. God I've been so stressed lately, I wasn't even having enough sleep, I literally had eye bags. Thankfully I brought out the outfit I'd wear today, last night.
I wore a white long sleeve shirt, baggy jean overalls, and a pair of white converse sneakers and my glasses.
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I don't even know how to do makeup even though I had a drawer full. I just put on my trusty cherry lipgloss and a little mascara. I was done by the time my mom walked into my room to wake me up. Let's just say she was quite surprised to see me up early and ready for that matter.
Typical Dad had already left for work. But he sent me a heartwarming message saying how proud of me he was. My heart swelled with so much emotions. I can't believe I'm finally going to Lagos for university. On my own, I was going to be ON MY OWN.
Mum was just escorting me she had an event to attend to in Lagos anyway. I didn't even eat though I woke up early, my stomach felt like they were in knots. Last time I went to Unilag for my admission process i saw thousands of different people. Some In groups, some alone. Gosh. Thank God my cousin Danielle was also a fresher like me and we would be sharing an apartment. I don't mind, I love Dani. She's cool.
Thankfully my admission went smoothly and I was done in 2 days. Dani had already started attending classes since last week but I was starting late because my parents wanted the apartment to be properly set up so I would be comfortable.
6:45 AM
"Are you nervous baby?" My mom asked keeping her hands on mine when we found our sit in the plane, I nodded my head "very." She gave me a warm smile. " Don't be sweetheart, Dani is there. Plus this is a new opportunity for you to blossom into an independent young woman that you have always been." That calmed me down just a bit.
Baby gurl🦋~~ Hey babe. I'm sorry I haven't been replying your text messages I've been so freaking busy with school and stuff. Well I hope you good bish I missed you so much! I missed Nigeria! Girlllllll I have so much to tell you. Buttt first how's You and David? I hope this whole distance shit isn't taking a toll on you? Well you both can always FaceTime and shii. I missed you Lala 😭😭😭🥺🥺 get back to me as soon as u see this ❤️😒
My eyes stayed glued to that particular sentence how's you and David. How can I tell my bestie that there's no longer an Ella and David? Jeez. This is the least thing I should be worrying about right now. I wanted to reply her when the flight attendant said all electronic gadgets off. I sighed hopefully I sleep throughout the flight.
By the time we reached Murtala Muhammad international Airport Lagos.All my fears and worries were quickly replaced with excitement. Mostly because I get to see Dani and be freaking roomies!
The flight from port to Lagos wasn't a long one so I wasn't particularly tired. After all the unending packing I brought about 4 cloth suitcases and 2 for shoes not to mention the little bags for my jewelry and other hand bags and stuff. Okay so I do have too much. But I'm staying here for what ? 4 years. Jeez a girls gotta be prepared.
We hired a cab that'll take us Allen avenue where Dani would be waiting for us in our apartment. Just me and Dani. No overbearing mothers. I could literally scream out in joy right now. Lagos was so crowded and really nosey and the traffic was not something to write home about. We reached Allen avenue by 1:23 PM. Mom did buy me some snacks and shawarma on the road side, wasn't the best I've tasted.
We soon reached a lovely looking house with a fancy gate. Well it wasn't bad at all. It looked comfortable and nice I could definitely get used to leaving her Better than our huge mansion that always seemed empty even though it was filled with furnitures.
Standing outside was Danielle! She had her hair in a Huge bun just like mine although hers was a mixture of black and blue. Mine was just brown. I felt like jumping out of the cab already to go meet her.
"Lala!" She screamed running to engulf me in a bone crushing hug. I really don't know where she got her strength from she's smaller than me . I hugged her back laughing. " I missed you so much! I have your room all cleaned and ready. I didn't put up my room decors yet though because I want us to do the same thing and be all matchy matchy!" She rapped on. I listened with keen interest. " Sounds exciting." I replied matching her energy and for the first time in a week I felt so happy.
My mom cleared her throat "Well. It's nice to see you to Danielle."
Dani let go of me and rushed to hug my mom "Aunty welcome I missed you too! You look so beautiful by the way." She gushed. Typical Dani. We laughed. This is perfect. This is exactly what I had always wanted. Infact this is better than what I had imagined.
I went to hug my mom as Dani struggled to drag my bags inside. Luckily the cab man helped since he was still here as he had to take mom to her event.
I was surprised I didn't cry when Mom advised me to keep being the good girl I was and face my studies and avoid boys. I was surprised I didn't cry when she waved good bye to Dani and I. But I missed her already. I missed Dad. But when Dani took my hand and started blabbing about this hottie called Zion and who almost every girl wanted him I laughed and all my worries disappeared. I'll be fine.
