Nina was transfixed to the spot where she stood, lost in her thoughts.
" Could this be? My music idol, my inspiration. My dream to meet him turned out to be a nightmare. Wake up, Nina wake up. It's just a dream. I've always wished to hear him sing if only I could meet him, but here I am today encountering a person with a totally different personality than I envisaged " Nina cogitated.
"Oh there you are " Kate sighed aloud as she spotted Nina in the garden.
" What's she doing there "? Kate soliloquized as she walked towards the garden to meet Nina.
" Hey, Nina "! Kate called out and Nina snapped out of her thoughts.
" Oh, Kate " Nina was startled.
" I've been searching the school for you. whatcha doing here "? Kate asked.
" Mmh..just wanted to get some fresh air " Nina answered.
" You really gat some courage out there, are you hurt ? Kate was concerned.
" Nah, my back hurts a bit, but it's fine. Let's just head for class and thanks for your concern" Nina said and they left the garden. Nina's face was pale and that was far-fetched from the lucid Nina everyone knew. This bothered Kate, she felt an urge to decipher why Nina was moody but decided to stay mumchanced.
They both went into the building and got into the elevator, as soon as they stepped into the classroom, everyone turned to their direction. Nina walked to her seat and sat down, everyone kept staring at her to see what she would do next. She looked up from her desk " mmmh..." she cleared her throat aloud and stared back at them. They quickly averted their eyes to what they were previously doing. Nina brought out her song book and started to scribble down a song on how she felt in rhapsody.
" ~ Saddened, my soul is saddened ~
~ disappointed, really disappointed ~
~ Tell me it's not real and I'm gonna believe ya ~
~ I'm gonna belie...ve ya ~
~ Tell me it's okay ~"
She sang in a hushed tone.
A teacher walked into the classroom, they had History. History was actually Nina's favorite subject. She listened attentively and answered tough questions. Everyone were quite amazed at her knowledge, this way Nina was able to feel invigorated.
When school was over, Nina left the classroom and head towards the elevator. She got in and so did some other students and the door shut gently.
" Hi " she felt someone behind her tap her gently. She turned to see who it was.
" Oh, hey Andrew "
" So how are you feeling "? Andrew asked.
" Better, you ?"
" I'm good " he replied.
They came out of the elevator and soon they were outside the building. Nina looked over at the parking lot and she could see her car and her bodyguard waiting for her.
" Look over there " Andrew pointed to a white Corolla, a woman with dark sunshade glasses came out of the car.
" Um, that's mum, I gotta go. Bye " Andrew hurriedly walked towards the car.
"Bye" Nina replied and head for her own car. She could hear the woman yelling at Andrew, Andrew got into the car and so did the woman.
Nina briskly walked to her own car with her eyes taking quick glances at the white Corolla. She finally made eye contact with Andrew and winked at him before she got into her car.
" Why are you smiling "? Mrs Johnson asked.
" Nothing ma " Andrew answered and blinked quickly. Mrs. Johnson ignited the engine and they drove out of the school premises.
" Are you getting ready for your upcoming seminary exam "?
" Yes Ma " Andrew replied and swallowed.
" Hope you are not having any distractions. You really should keep away from music and focus on getting enrolled into the seminary " Mrs. Johnson advised seriously.
" Yes Ma " Andrew replied and silence followed suit. A lot of thoughts were running through their minds as they stared at the windscreen.
" Mum...I love music " Andrew said nervously. Mrs. Johnson did not reply, she just kept driving till they got home.
As Soon as they got into the house, Andrew was about climbing the stair case when his mother's words jolted him.
" Hate music Andrew, and you must do as I say. Don't bring shame to this family, your father wouldn't be happy if he was alive " She said and Andrew sadly walked upstairs to his room.
He collapsed on the bed, his mind racing with thoughts, it felt like his head was going to explode. His mother was in charge of his life, just like how she controls his elder sister, Teresa's life. He felt pain and anger running through his veins, then, the thought of his newly made friend, Nina, came running through his mind and he felt his heartbeat slow down and his soul felt at peace. He remembered her smile and he laughed. Remembering Nina brought back the passion be had for music. He felt his hands tremble, his lips gasp with desire for music, but one thing was for sure, if he dared sing or play any musical instrument, he was in for trouble. Calmly, he lay flat on his bed, lost in a world of thoughts.