I began to think about the words said by Uncle Thomas. I began to realize how true the words have been. I mean I don't even have a chance with him. When I look deep into it, I don't have good background to match him. Even If have it, I don't have a good face to stand beside him. Yes, I am neither a beautiful girl nor have an hourglass figure. I am what you consider below average. Just Ok to look once.
When I thought about these, I began to tear up. I was thinking about those when suddenly Rex came near me rubbing his paw on my leg near him. He was trying to soothe me. But on seeing some comfort from someone, I only managed to sob more. Why do Uncle's words have to be so true?
When my poor heart was already suffering, there came the childhood sweethearts. My heart ached to see them waking hand-in-hand enjoying the climate. I decided to spare my heart by looking away from them.
I looked at my wristwatch to realize that 40 minutes has already passed. I have to take Rex home. The weather seems to worsen than before. I have to be quick.
I then guided Rex out of the park. Finally, I took Rex to his home before the rain. But, the rain decided to pour now. Fortunately, Mrs. Johnson gave me an umbrella. How kind of her!
When I am walking towards my dorm, I noticed that My Ame and his Amelia were standing under a tree due to the rain. Are they dumb to stand under a tree during the rain and thunder? They don't seem to have an umbrella. So I began to think about how to give my umbrella to him without him knowing.
At the time, a little boy crosses me carrying his umbrella. Suddenly, I got an idea.
" Excuse me! Sweetie, Look here, please!" I awkwardly called not knowing how to call him.
He turned towards me with a questioned expression.
"Mmm..... Can you give this umbrella to them?" I pointed towards Samuel.
"But, For You?" He asked. Oh! My boy! He even cares about strangers.
" I am fine! My house is near, Sweetie. Please, give this to them." I pleaded with him.
" Why don't you give them?" He questioned quite reasonably.
" Mmmm,...I have to go somewhere Urgently. Please!" I asked him again.
He nodded hesitantly. I don't bother him telling him not to tell Samuel it's me. Obviously, Samuel will not bother to even think it's me for a second thought. It's the least I can do for him.
I sighed and proceeded to my dorm drenching in the rain.
When I reached the dorm, I saw Emily sitting on her bed scrolling through her phone urgently like she was concerned about something.
I cleared my throat making her aware of my presence. When she saw me, She quickly jumped to her feet like a lightning
" Where were you, Calla? I have been calling you at least 10 times. I was worried about you. It's already dark and raining cats and dogs. Can't you at least message me about your whereabouts? She asked me worried.
" I am fine, Em. Sorry, I forgot to check my phone. I am really sorry. Forgive me?" I asked her holding both my ears apologizing.
"Ok! Look you are drenched. Go and change before you become sick." She instructed in her mom mode.
" Ok, mom!" I laughed mocking her raising my hand in mock surrender.
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" It's a beautiful day. Isn't it, Cal?" exclaimed Emily walking beside me.
Currently, we are walking along the corridor of our college going to our next class. But, my mind was still on the conservation of me and uncle Thomas.
When suddenly Liam, Emily's boyfriend out of nowhere came in front of us making my eyes go wide in surprise.
" LIAM! You scared me." I yelled at him.
" Your mind is not here, Cal. So, you don't see me coming." He said with a serious expression.
"Liam, What a surprise?" Emily tried to make the mood light.
" So, Liam, How was your date yesterday?" I changed the topic. Emily blushed near me. Liam nervously rubbed the nape of his neck. So, something has happened yesterday, That's for sure.
I cleared my throat.
"So, Liam, It seems that you took Emily's virginity yesterday," I asked wiggling my eyebrows at them.
Emily and Liam both began to cough at the same time. I Laughed.
"What, NO!... Wait a damn minute! Emily! ARE YOU A VIRGIN?" Liam shouted completely shocked at this newfound information.
So, he doesn't know.
"LIAM! SHUT UP! Do you want the whole campus to hear this?" Emily whispered.
"Are you, Emily? He whispered near her ear.
" Yes!" Emily shyly said before hiding her face in his chest. Liam laughed at her shyness.
Oh! How cute!
" Oh! Liam, Don't think I don't know that you are a virgin too." I said to him smiling widely.
"Ho...w!...How do you know?" he asked his eyes wide out of shock.
" I just said. But you spilled." I raised my shoulders like it was not a big deal.
"Really?" Emily asked laughing.
"Why don't you tell me before?" Emily asked him throwing her arms around his neck not even considering they are in college.
"I can ask you the same. Can't I?" He asked raising his eyebrows in question wrapping his arms around her waist.
I took that as a cue to leave them alone. What can I say They are sweethearts.
I walked past them smiling shaking my head.
When I noticed Samuel walking toward me, I thought that maybe he want to go in the opposite direction. But who will exit college now?
I met his gaze to find his intention. I was surprised to find that he was already looking at me. My body shivers just his gaze. ut How? Maybe that's love?
Before I could embarrass myself by staring at him that too was in his way, I quickly duck my head, fasten my heels and walk past him. But before I could walk away from him, he stopped me by holding my hand.
It's like a shiver running down my spine. I mean come on, It's the first time he touched me. Like, imagine your unrequited love of 4 years finally making contact with you willingly even if it's not a romantic one. It's enough for me.
But when I remember Amelia, I quickly removed my hand from his but a little too quickly. It felt like cheating to even like this much contact. I am already guilty of having feelings about a committed man.
The emotion of surprise flashed clearly in his eyes. He covered it with a knee-weakening smile. I looked at him in awe. He raised an eyebrow at it. I quickly lowered my head.
"Calla!" He finally spoke. I raised my head at that. That single word, that too my name made my heart explode with many feelings but love being the majority. I longed to hear it from him, his lips. It felt like a blessing to finally hear him say my name. Or Maybe, I am really blessed.