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~Chloe ~

"What would be the outcome, if Hydrogen and chlorine was mixed together?" Mr Olayika our chemistry teacher asked.

I sighed not even paying a single attention to what he had to say. I had enough reasons why, but most importantly was the fact that I was grounded. It was pathetic to be honest but there was nothing I could do about it.

Immediately we finished the merriment and celebration of the new year 2018, we had a family meeting the following week and as you might have guessed it, I was the subject of conversation. So yeah that's exactly how I got grounded for both what I did and I didn't do. No phones,No WiFi, no way out... perfect! don't you think, not like I needed it any way.

As if my life wasn't pathetic enough, Matilda and Zoe are back to school in full force. Sigh, it's more terrifying than I'm letting on. I've been acting like Tarzan when he first came to the city, always startled by every little suspicious movement. Thanks to them I have eye bags under my eyes due to lack of sleep. What's more, Matilda wouldn't stop bragging about her Dad's new job at that new Broken Hearts galla. Everyone had an invitation to the opening ceremony except me.

What was I really thinking, that I would get an invitation? Yeah right, Matilda would rather kiss her humanity good bye than be in the same party room with me. I was opportuned to get a glimpse of the invitation and found out the party was on the 14th of February. The worst day of my life, like can someone just kill me already? Valentine's day of all days.

Well I guess I wouldn't, no I shouldn't be worried about that. We had our annual inter house sport on that day as well. So yeah, my hands were pretty full even though a part of me yearned to be at Matilda's party, another yearned to be somewhere else celebrating Valentine's day with my boo, haha that's if I even have one. My love life is so dead. It's beyond revival, I don't even bother to make the first move ever, it's always a futile effort.

"Hydrogen chloride, correct Daphne, right again. Moving on..."

That was all I heard before I zoned out again. Who knew being the sports prefect and leader for Emerald house would be so tasking. It's a whole lot of hard work considering Samuel Dawson wouldn't lift a finger leaving all the hard work to me. If I recalled correctly he would say...

"Oh Chloe, why would you want to stress your key to good luck charm in this inter house sport."

He was right, he was our best bet at carrying 1st place in all the inter house sport activities. He was practically a pro at all of them. I just needed to cover for him and make sure our match past was good enough to get us that first place. No, to get Emerald house the first place it deserves. We immediately started our match past rehearsals the minute school resumed and I was glad we were able to cover a lot of grounds in such a short period of time.

Michael Jordan was the king while I was the queen of Emerald house, yea the same M.J Zoe put in the hospital. It wasn't that easy making him king, he outrightly declined the offer and I was heartbroken to say the least. I had to find a way to get him to agree to it. For someone who was my sit partner for a whole year, I guess I did pretty good. I got him all of his favorite chocolate chips, cookies, and waffles and had to find the latest version of PSP. Just to be sure he fully agreed to this, we had a playdate where we played all day and that was how he forgave me and accepted to be king.

"Miss Chloe Babajide, care to let us know what had preoccupied your thoughts so much? Chloe? Chloe?? "

"Hm hm hm ma sir sir"

"Care to share with us what's on your mind?" Mr Olayinka our Chemistry teacher asked frowning at me like I murdered his wife. I was really tempted to roll my eyes but that wasn't the best time to do that. If not, I just might end up moving from the frying pan to fire. I just stared at him, giving him the I am so sorry pls, don't punish me smile. After a minute of awkward silence I responded through my teeth saying... "Ummm what would happen if Hydrogen was mixed with Beryllium?."

Immediately I said that, the time keeper rang the bell for break and I sighed in relief expecting him to drop the subject. I guess I spoke too soon because seconds after he left the class, he yelled loud enough for me to hear.

"Chloe! My office! Now!!"

"Shit!"

I muttered beneath my breath hoping for the life of me that he didn't hear. I packed my things into my school bag, took my lunch box and headed for the exit of my class. Before I got the chance to leave, I heard Matilda saying.

"Awwn poor thing, it must be the realization that she has a dead love life that has got her lost in thought."

I grinded my teeth and walked faster wanting to get away from her as soon as possible. Just when I thought I was out the door Zoe dragged me by my bag causing me to fall and land on my bum. I glared at her and yelled.

"What?"

"You're forgetting something, dumdum, where is my lunch? "

"You brought your lunch with you today, why still take mine?"

"Isn't it obvious, it's further punishment for your existence stupid. Now, I'd suggest you run along before you get expelled for not responding to a teacher's call."

Of course I just stared at her and walked away with just my school back on my shoulder. It's not like I had a choice at least not right now, I haven't had lunch in a week plus now and that's courtesy of Zoe who always hijacked my lunch despite still having hers. It's sad that most of this torture is coming from Zoe my very on twin sister. Trust me if Tarzan and a scarecrow got married their baby will be by far prettier than me right now. Unkept and hideous are the two least words that could be used to describe me right now.

I entered the staff room and greeted the two other teachers who were at their tables before proceeding to Mr Olayinka's table. I greeted him and that got him to look up at me away from his laptop which was sitting on his laps. He looked at me skeptically pushing his glasses to the bridge of his nose. After taking a deep sigh he offered me a seat and asked.

"Chloe Babajide, what exactly is the problem?"

"Umm.. I urrr... what do you mean sir. Ehem I don't quite understand your question." I asked, pretending he would forget the whole thing and just let me off the hook. Alas that never happened, it never really happened with the teachers of this school. They always want to see to the end of every matter before it explodes in their faces.

"Chloe, Don't tattle with me alright. I know something is up, you don't look like you've had much to eat, and my gawd do something with your hair. I've never seen it this unkempt before. Oh for the love of God there is only so much you can conceal with the school uniform, why is there so much scars round your neck and hands. "

I just stared blankly at him not knowing what to say. I honestly didn't think he would see through my false façade. But I wasn't going to let him read me like a novel. I tried coming up with excuses as my mouth hangs open but he spoke before I had the chance to.

"What's really going on? Chloe is your sister torturing you? Is that it? C'mon talk to me. I don't bite."

I opened my mouth again trying to speak but the loud rumble in my stomach made me shut up immediately. Not wanting to witness this embarrassing moment I close my eyes tightly wishing the ground would open and swallow me. As you might have guessed it, the wish wasn't granted and I had to open my eyes at some point hoping maybe he didn't hear my stomach grumble.

"Like seriously, you haven't eaten? My goodness!, and lunch is almost over... you know what, here, get yourself something to eat. For now we'll put a rain check on this conversion."

So much for hoping he didn't hear your tummy growl.

With my mouth slightly ajar like one who was gasping for air, I reluctantly collected the 1000 naira note he gave me. I muttered a "Thank you" and left for the cafeteria hoping and praying that I don't get caught buying food by Matilda or Zoe. Immediately some juniors passed by me and for once I was happy I was a senior prefect.

"Hey, you, the scrawny one, come!." She immediately turned to me with a glare to meet my gaze but lowered it when she realized who I was.

"I'm so sorry senior Zoe I sincerely apologize. "

Ahh, that explains the fear in her eyes .

"Oh no it's ... You know it's quite rude of you and you're lucky I'm in a good mood, if not your name is going to the principal's office. "

"Aahh pls senior Zoe, I'll do anything just please spare me. "

"Well I am in a good mood, and I am willing to spare you but since you said anything. Hmm, here take this 1000 naira and buy that beans and potato pottage with a bottle of fayrouz and table water. Be back here in 5 mins. "

With that she and her friends were up from their kneeling position and out of my site. They all went into the cafeteria together to get me my food.

What, don't give me that look she assumed I was Zoe and that's exactly who I acted as so don't you dare judge me. Exactly 2 mins later I saw her walking out of the cafeteria heading towards me.

I didn't wait for a response before I snatched my food and 500 naira change from her. Without thinking twice, I ran up to our class and occupied my seat. Thank goodness I was sitting at the back. It was easier to finish my food without being noticed. I had successfully carried out the mission of eating without getting caught by Zoe and Matilda. I was busy clearing out the evidence when my hands landed on an envelope. I looked under my desk and found the envelope which was shaped like a heart. To say I was happy was an understatement. I was exhilarated. I couldn't believe I actually got a love letter or so I thought.

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A/N

Awwwwn finally a Letter that is not a death sentence. Who can guess who the love letter is form

I wonder whats in The Letter this time. I Dont know about you but Why do I have a creepy feeling that the love letter isn't a love letter.

Oh well let's just hope for the best because I feel Chloe has gone though a lot and its just The beginning of another year.

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