Chapter 102: Surprise!

If he…

Makes you laugh.

Kisses your forehead.

Says sorry.

Makes an effort.

Holds your hand.

Works hard.

Attempts to understand you.

then believe it or not,

He's quite perfect.

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I walked to the lecture hall teary eyed. I still couldn't digest the news—I passed the exam. Not just passed it but I did it with flying colors. I landed in eighteenth place. I'm officially a college student from Harvey University. The thought brought another tear to my eyes and I wiped it quickly with my fingers before anyone could see them.

Father would be elated to hear the news. Grandmama and my eight brothers would be happy too once they heard about my first ever achievement in the University. I clasped my fingers together and sighed contentedly as I sat on the last available chair on the third row facing the stage. 

I couldn't wait to tell them the news!