Chapter 19

*****The Next Day******
I woke up and did my daily routine and yes I had to wake Stella up. She took a lot of time getting her hair and makeup done. We packed our books in our bags and we got out. We got into a taxi and it drove us to campus.
We got to campus and I had to rush to class. Most of my lecturers are strict and I have to pass all their courses.
After two hours of lecture,I went outside to look for Stella and I was startled by Anderson Miller, omg Anderson Miller. I just kept staring like a maniac.

"Hi Zoe." He smiled.
"Hi. I mean hello." I answered and stretched forth my hand. He shook my hand and I felt his large soft hand against mine.
"Do you mind grabbing coffee or lunch with me? Anyone you want." He asked.
"Ahmm." I was still thinking. I didn't want to ruin my schedule and I've already promised Sam a date.
Just then his friend,George came and whispered into his ear.
"Hey Zoe. Sorry change of plans. Do you mind watching me practice today?" He asked again and I still can't figure out while he's nice to me now. He was my senior in high school and we never talked. Just like normal high school story,he was the most popular boy in school who had lots of girls to his beck and call and there's me who's just admiring from far away.

"Sure." I confirmed. At least its better,my schedule doesn't get ruined and I can still get to meet Sam.

We walked to the basketball. It was a little bit far so we decided to take corners.
We got there in no time and I took a seat with the other girls who were there to cheer for Anderson.

The boys all went in and they changed. Soon the crowd multiplied. The crowds were almost all girls with few boys all just to watch Anderson Practice. It was not even an actual game.

It was when he came out I noticed he was the captain. I had desisted from stalking him in high school when I came back to reality. I can never be his and he can never be mine. Anderson has unique features and exquisite fashion taste. He is very tall and muscular. He has that big brown eyes with double eyelids. His grey eyes draws you in and makes you feel safe in a way His pointed nose and plump pink lips are to die for. His white set of teeth too is an addition to his features.

They started practicing and I watched and enjoyed every bit of it. It looked fun but I'm not a sport person.
He looked at me and I smiled and waved. Then he yelled. "This is for you Zoe." He dribbled his friend and threw the ball. It went straight into the net and he scored,the crowd cheered and the girls eyed me with jealousy.
"Thank you." I yelled.
I placed my hand on my bag and I felt it vibrating. I took out my purse from my bag and brought out my phone from it.
It was Stella. She must be looking for me.
I had to leave the basketball court to pick the call.
"Hey Stella."
"Hey. I've been looking for you. Where have you been?" She yelled and I had to keep the phone from my ear to prevent her from bursting my eardrum.

"I went to the basketball court. Where are you?" I asked.
"Just stay there I'll come meet you." She hung the call before I could even reply.
"Stella." I sighed.

I just sat down by the pavement on the small road leading to the basketball court.

In no time she was here. "Why did you leave without telling me? I was worried." She yelled.
"I'm okay. I just came here to watch that's all." I said.
"I was scared okay don't blame me for yelling." She observed me then hugged me.
"Its okay. I'm fine I promise." I assured.

We were about to leave when Anderson called me.
"Hey Zoe. Are you leaving now?" He asked.
"Yes,I am. Thanks for inviting me." I smiled and he scoffed. "Its nothing."
"Can I have your number?" He asked.
"Sure." I said and called out my number.
"I'll message you." He left.

Stella held my hands and screamed. She hugged me tightly.
"Anderson Miller asked for your number. You're lucky girl." She said.
"Its nothing. We are just friends besides I like Sam more." I declared.
"I dislike Sam. There's something weird about him but Payne, I love him so much." She informed.
"He's handsome,tall..." She went on and on as we continued to walk back to the main campus.

"Why don't you like Sam?" I asked when we boarded a taxi.
"Nothing. He's just off but Payne." She started again and I cut her off.
"I know,I know you like Payne." I acknowledged.

We got home and I took my shower,did my assignment. Stella made food and I ate. I slept off. My phone beeped and it woke me up. It was a message from an unknown number. I checked the message and it was from Anderson. It was then I realized it was few minutes past Six already. I checked my inbox and I saw a call from Sam too.

I quickly texted him an address and went to the fridge. I took some bottles of beer and kept then in my bag then I boarded a taxi, ignoring Anderson's message.
I got there and sat in the small house there to wait for him. As soon as I heard a car pull up I ran outside and it was Sam. He looked so handsome from faraway. He was wearing all black and usual but he added a cream colour jacket on it. He crossed to my side and I hugged him.
"Sorry for late reply. I slept off." I apologized.
"Its okay." His deep voice coaxed me.
I held his hand and took him through the garden.
"This is the only childhood I remember." I said as took him through all the flowers in the garden.
It was evening so he couldn't really see the beauty. It was almost seven.

"I and Stella grew all of them." I informed.
"Its beautiful." He admired.
I went inside the small house and carried a bench out. We both sat and I brought out the drinks.
"Are you sober?" I asked.
"No." He gave me a weird look.
I opened the drink and handed it over to him.
"Enjoy." I chuckled.
We drank and talked and laughed at each others jokes. It was cold and chilly. He removed his jacket and used to cover me just like in the movies. It felt like I was living a fairy tale life now and I wished it should continue forever. The stars were shining and the clouds were dark. It was such a beautiful sight.
"Sing for me." I hit his shoulder playfully.
"I'm a terrible singer." He said for the nth time.
"Please." I begged.
He sang a song I've never heard of but his voice still came out nice,gave me butterflies in my stomach.
He finished singing and I moved closer to him. I moved closer until I could feel his breath against my lips. My head beat to beat faster.
I stared into his eyes and I felt things I've never felt before. I'm sure he felt the same way or he would have pushed me away. My phone beeped and I got startled and moved away from him.
It was now awkward. I was drunk and I can't get a hold of my self.
I felt his hands on my waist and my feet's were no longer on the floor.

We got into a car and he dropped me off at home. He placed me gently on the bed and he went off.