I HATE TO LOVE HIM

 I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 1

we meet again.

lola's point of view

I increased my foot steps as I walked down the stairs - 'what did he want now?' I thought .

I had just seen that one guy I hated all my life in the lecture hall, my tormentor. I had swore I would do everything to avoid him the first time I saw him in my department which was during the registrations for courses I'll be taking for the semester.

I just gained an admission into the federal university of technology akure to study quantity survey after two years of sitting at home doing nothing except studying. now that am here I promised myself I was going to enjoy myself no matter what, even though am an introvert. at least things should be better than my days in secondary school, where I had only one friend - now not that it isn't cool, but I wanted more friends.

Noah made it so difficult for me back then to keep friends . why?

1. the stupid kids in my class listened to everything he told them without questioning.

2. I was more like a geek, and nobody liked people like me who dressed unfashionably.

I and Noah had became enemies when I defended my best friend rose , we were both timid girls, but at least some one had to stand up for the other. I had confronted Noah to stay away from rose and ever since that very day he did everything in his power to frustrate me.

Although things never got that physical until a day he tried to touch me, or should I say he did touch me.

yea my breast.

I couldn't tell anyone or report him to the school authourity because I was scared, and it might even make people hate my more. nobody messed with their little 'god'.He had cornered me along the school corridor and dragged me into an empty class which we called the 'dark room'.It was a room which no class used. People go there to do all sort of things, some read there when they don't feel like going to the library while some go there to you-know-what.

Till today I still dont know where I got that crazy strength to push him away from me. I was lost in my thoughts when I felt a warm hand grab me, I looked backed and stared into those small piercing eyes, I stood still and I didn't move. we both stared at each other for some seconds before I broke the silence. "get your hands off me" I growled.

"i know you hate me Lola, but can we move past what had happened - i--am really sorry".

"just get your hands off me" I couldn't think of anything to say to him, I just wanted to be left alone.He shrugged before backing away and raised his hands in surrender.

'arrogant prick' I muffled under my breath.

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"oh! I hate him rose" I groaned. "he's still arrogant, you needed to see the way he spoke sef".

rose sighed before turning her attention to me "yea - I know you do. hate is a strong word you know?"

"yea . whatever" I rolled my eyes before giving my friend the speak to the hands sign.

"don't let him get to you, besides he might truly be sorry and just wants to be your friend. if you don't like the idea of being friends ignore him, with time he'll leave you alone" rose said.

'i think that's what I'll do'. I thought withing my self.

whatsap message

" oh ooo! mummy have heard you jor. am not a baby anymore" I said.

"don't you dare talk to me that way, ever talk to me that way. ever. 7:30pm is late already"my Mimi screamed into the phone , I took the phone away from my ear to avoid hearing more of her screams.

" hello... He - l - lo"my mum shouted from the other end. I pulled my phone back to my ear in other to avoid more scolding.

"motigbo(i have heard you), I'll just go back home then. my regards to dad" I said before my mum cut the call.

I was still grumbling when I heard someone call my name , I looked towards the direction of the figure walking towards me. I couldn't figure who it was, so I backed away. Although the voice sounded so familiar, it was the voice of a guy. He walked closer to me until I realised who it was......

Noah.

I looked at his tall figure. He stopped in front of me and his eyes scanned my face. He looked gorgeously handsome, but I hated the fact someone that wicked could be this good looking. There's Something about his appearance that affects me. Even way back when we were younger.He carried himself with so much confidence or should I say pride.

He smirked at " I don't think it's safe walking alone here. it's getting late alrea-"

"oh! Save it" I waved my hand at his face.

" okay, what's good Lola?"

"nothing"

"would you mind if I take a walk with you?"

"like you are not walking with me already" I said icily, before moving away a little to keep my distance from him.

"can we just start over Lola? please!". I scoffed and looked away, Noah reached for my hand and pulled me closer to him, he tilted my chin up and made me face him. I looked into his eyes, then I pushed him away from me.

" stop acting like you are a better person now. you'll always be that mean arrogant bastard, who thinks too highly of himself". He looked at me with hurtful eyes . He was mad at me, his eyes had already turned red, but I didn't care, I wanted to hurt him with my words.

" okay. can I at least have your number". He looked at me with an innocent eye, and poured like a puppy. He walked towards me again .

"what? I already told you to stay away from me. I don't care if you've. changed or not" I roared . He chuckled at my sudden outburst,and held me.

'wow! what a psycho , what's so funny to him?' I thought.

" give me your phone then"

"you don't control me"i struggled from his grip but he wouldn't let go, he was stronger than ibthought . I was getting irritated and I couldn't stand him any longer, he looked at me intently and snatched my phone from my hand, I tried to get the phone from him but he held on tightly to it as he dialled a number on my phone before pointing it back to me which I snatched away from his hands. I closed my eyes before walking away from him without looking back.

It was already 8pm when I walked back home where rose and I rented a self contained apartment. we had decided we weren't going to stay in the school hostel where four people lived together in a room, we wanted our privacy. once I got to a shop close to my apartment, I decided to get bread , three eggs and a yougurt drink for rose and I before hurrying back home.

I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 2

Noah's pov(point of view)v

I looked at her retreating figure as she walked away from me, I had seen her when she walked out of her apartment and I decided to trail her before calling out her name, she looked so beautiful now, not that she wasn't good looking then. But now she's just so different. I had always had this thing for Lola when we were younger but I couldn't tell her, it had always been easy for me to get any girl I wanted then, but she was different she wasn't the kind of girl with the fake attitude, she had always been real from day one. she had always been a shy but real girl, but there's just something different about her now that fascinates me, the more she hates me the more am attracted to her. I saved her phone number on my phone and stored her name as cutie , yes is a real cutie and an extremely beautiful girl, with a nice complementing skins tone, and a curvacious body. One most guys would do anything to make her their girl, and I am so determined whatever it would take, I'll make her mine, no matter

what it cost me.

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I woke up to someone tapping me, groaned and yawned, before I jerked fully awake to the voice my friend

"Rose" I said

"Yes, how you now?" She said smiling in way that only showed her pearly white teeth, her smile always made her look so beautiful.

"How was your evening? Hope you've eaten"

"Yes I have eaten. And my day was fine until I ran into Noah again,I think he lives in the same area with us".

"Are you serious? So you ran into him again" rose said with an amused smile

"Yea. Why are you smiling"

"Nothing"she chuckled.

"It's not funny"

"I think he likes you Lola, why don't you just give him a chance".

"He's just up to his usual games" I frowned at her.

"Chill, what's with the frown. Am just saying maybe he like you"

Does he like me now? .. I thought within myself before I got a whatsapp message from an unknown number.

Unknown number: hi

Me :hello, who is this pls?

Unknown number:Noah......

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A new friend

lola's POV

I and Rose got to the lecture hall just before lectures were due to start. As soon as I walked in , I could feel two eyes burning through the side of my face as I headed to the back of the class, which is my favourite part of the class, because it was easy for me to avoid the attention of any lecturer. I was still trying to settle down when a guy walked up to me.

"hi"

I didn't answer at first, until I realised Noah was still staring at me and I decided it wouldn't be a bad idea if I had a guy friend who could at least scare Noah away from me.

"hello" I smiled at him, even though I wasn't really comfortable talking with him.

" Am Ade"

" Am Lola" I replied him before he could ask me what my name was. we chatted for a while before he requested for my number and went back to where he sat, I turned back to Rose flashing a smile at her, and she started making remarks about how guys would kill to be my boyfriend and how I was a guy magnet.

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Noah's POV

I watched as the guy spoke with Lola,how she smiled and chatted with him for some time in a friendly manner.

'why is she been that nice to him' I thought aloud not caring if anyone heard me or thought I was going crazy. I had tried to get her to talk with me on whatsap, which she always ignored me and ended up blocking me.several times I had called her but she always ignored my calls.

I had tried to push her out of my mind,but anytime I saw her during lectures or in the street I always stare at her. Lola is gorgeous, if only she paid me as much attention I showed her.

still I was determined to get her to forgive me and maybe like me.

"lola"i said after summoning up courage to go talk to her, even though it's a lot of risk, she could insult me in front of everyone. I still don't know how she became so outspoken,she used to be timid.

she didn't answer.

"hey, it's polite to acknowlegde someone when they say hi"

she looked at me from my head to toe, as if unsure whether to reply me or not. she moved away a little from me, before she turned "how come someone as rude as you know what been polite is?". I was about to reply her when I heard the voice of Mrs gbade our GNS 101 lecturer.

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From another person's POV.

Lola and Rose sat on their seats after lectures, Lola wrote while Rose was pressing her phone.

After she finished writing, she tidied up her books and stuffed it in her bag, just then she saw Noah seated with some guys, their eyes locked and she quickly looked away, he decided he was going to go talk to them.

"um........hello" Noah said smiling.

"Don't you ever learn?" Lola replied annoyed.

"look I wasn't even talking to you, I was greeting Rose" he was already getting irritated by the way she treated him, he knew he didn't really deserve lola's forgiveness but that didn't give her the right to talk to him that way. He looked at her eyes, shook his head before turning his attention to rose.

" how are you rose".

"Uhm-um- am fine" she stuttered .

"since when did you start stuttering" Lola whispered to her friend.

" shut up " she whsipered back.

Lola shot her friend a look, her eyes looked dead, void of my emotion, only if looks could kill. Rose shook her head and smiled at Noah.

"can I talk to you privately about something, I won't take much of your time". Rose froze and choked on saliva, she was surprised Noah wanted to see her, he pulled her to the corner of the lecture hall.

'what could be so important' Lola thought.

Lola watched them go. Noah and rose had never been friends.

"rose, I know I have been an idiot to you and Lola in the past, and now she hates me so much".

"you wouldn't really blame her you know".

"yea I know and am sorry" he said.

"it's okay" rose said awkwardly,she kept twisting her fingers with her other hand in a way that made it obvious she was uncomfortable.

"i need you to talk to Lola on my behalf".

" yea I will" rose said smiling.

"one more thing, can I borrow your MEE 101 note book? I missed the last class" rose searched through her bag and handed her note book to him, before walking towards rose who was still glaring at Noah.

" what was that brief meeting about?" Lola said in a sarcastic tone.

Rose struggled to keep her cool. Her friend would be mad at her if she knew Noah had asked to talk to Lola and she even agreed. She had the stealth of a ninja of course her friend would know if she lied, nothing ever gets past her.

"oh! It's nothing, Noah asked me to borrow him some of my notes, he missed some lectures you know" rose hoped the vague answer would be enough to drop the subject. And it wasn't technically a lie, it just wasn't the full truth either.

" and why would he want your note book, you guys aren't even friends-". A sigh escaped Her lips as she contemplated the inevitable. Rose was going to have to lie to her friend, at least until they got home. she had decided she would tell her when they get to the hostel , she couldn't be sure of her friends reaction so she needed to choose where to talk about Noah,she hated lying to her, mainly because she seemed to be a human lie detector, either that or she's just a bad liar. And judging by her current stance, she had better answer it soon.

Her patience was wearing thin.

" look does it really matter if we are friends or not ", rose quickly cut her off in the middle of her sentence.

"ok-ok-ay I was just curious .

Rose felt victorious as she looked at her friend 's face, giving her a quick smile before changing the topic. She bought it. well more like her friend, she dropped the subject which was more than enough.

I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 3

A morning stroll

From another person's POV

It was drizzling slightly as rose walked down the street, she was going to meet Noah. She had lots of work to do for the day and it was still early in the morning,Noah had called her that he wanted to talk to her about something important, which she knew the 'important' thing was Lola. She saw Noah and another guy near a shop where most students who lived outside campus bought something, he waved at her and she approached them. She noticed the guy looked handsome from a closer look, he had beautiful eyes, with long eyelashes, he had the eyes of a woman but he still has a tall , athletic built, he had a nice pointy nose too and a tattoo on his lower arm.

"ahem ahem" Noah made a sound.

She looked up at Noah and realised she had been staring and checking noah's friend out for God knows how long.

" yea.... Noah ..Uhm. .. what's up?, I hope what you want to tell me is important"he smiled at her,he looked towards his friend and back at rose " meet my friend, danladi" he said .

" hello, it's nice to meet you".

"Uhm ...m... Hi" rose stuttered and took her eyes away before dragging Noah away from danladi. She looked back smiled and flashed him a smile.

" what was that about?" Rose asked.

" he likes you, he saw you just once and he's been crazy about you ever since" rose looked in danladi's direction and bit her lips.

"ohh you could have told me you had company, especially someone who likes me. I would have had my bath at least. My breath stinks". She breathed out on her palm and tried to smell her breath .

"its no big deal , besides isn't it better he saw the real you?" He laughed . "anyway how is lola?"

"she's fine" she looked at him trying to read his mind."do you like her?"

"what- no I don't" he lied.

" look you can tell if you do"

"I don't know-how really. I just find her fascinating, you know?" He scratched the back of his head, he didn't want to disclose too much. He wasn't comfortable talking about this with a girl. He preferred having talks like this with his friends.

"okay then, let's go back to your friend . He looks tired from standing" she said and they approached danladi.

"so-oo danladi it was nice to meet you, am rose by the way"

"Ehn wait, can I have your number ?" He said pointing his phone to Rose which she collected and pressed her digits. She returned it. She smiled at danladi, waved at Noah before walking away.

"oh! We'll be visiting you this evening, I hope you won't be busy" Noah said.

"no, I won't be." She replied.

" okay I'll cal you"he said before walking away.

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"Where did you go now - you couldn't even wake me up to lock the door" she yawned half awake.

"sorry, I went to get bread"

"oh thank God" she looked at her friend, delighted .

"for food only" rose laughed,she looked around and picked up the broom to sweep, just then her phone rang.

"hello" she said.

" Hi , it's me danladi"

"hey , how you"

"am good, are you home yet ?"

"yea I am" she chuckled

"okay , I just wanted to say hi, this is my number"

"okay I'll save it" she grinned and dropped the call.

"danla-diiiii" Lola raised eyebrow.

"he's just a guy I met down the street when I went to get bread".

" no he's not just a guy, you were smiling sheepishly when you were on phone with him" . Rose looked at her friend and smiled, she always feel embarrassed when talking about boys. She didn't have much experience .

"he's coming in the evening" rose blurted

"wow! So fast? You guys are getting down to business sharp sharp . Please make sure you use a condom ooo" she wiggled her tongue at her friend. Rose eyes widened in shocked, she laughed and threw a small plastic spoon that was on the floor at Lola........

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Noah's POV

Danladi and I were ushered in by rose. I must say the room is really beautiful and very feminine, which I like. The wall were painted peach and it had cream on every knobs as well as the bed spread, I looked around the room until my eyes locked with someone seated on a plastic chair.......

From another person's POV

Her brown eyes narrowed " what is he doing here ?" Rose smiled slightly and sat on the bed. She didn't know what to tell her friend.

"I said what is he doing here?"

Rose voice croaked as she tries to explain to Lola.

"answer me now" Lola stood up, her small hands balled into tiny fists and her eyes filled with angry colour. Rose worsened everything with her response " they are my friends- I- have the right to invite anyone here".

Lola saw heat coming into her face, she was ready to throw them out "we both have the right, you should have asked me first"

Rose anger was just below the surface, so she kept silent.

" how would you bring this devil into our room". She looked over at Noah and his friend who were already sitting on the bed.

Rose shouted at her in a loud and unpleasant way " you know what, if you don't feel comfortable- then leave, we both paid for this room".

Lola glared at rose " wow! So this is it, I should leave?" She asked in a softer voice.

" yes go" she waved in a 'whatever ' kind of way.

Lola stuffed her bag with some book,her library card and her phone. She stormed out of the room grumbling as she slammed the door.

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Lola opened the library door and went straight into the reception,where the libarian sat, she showed the woman her library card. The woman fixed her glasses on her nose bridge as she read out her name, she returned the library card to Lola and smiled at her which Lola returned with a quick smile.

Lola walked away from the librarian, she went straight and turned right where there were empty seats, with lots of books on the shelves. She spotted a corner and walked there, she took out her phone and put it on silence mood. She also took out her.chemistry 101 text book and began to study. Five minutes into studying, she noticed she was blocked from the natural light the window provided, she looked up and saw Ade staring down at her.

"hey" his voice was deep and hoarse. She flashed him a smile.

"it's been a while I saw you" he said

"it's been a while I saw you too" she gave him am accusatory look.

" yea, am sorry I didn't call you. I have been busy" he explained with all sincerity.She said with her and they chatted silently. He asked lots of questions, which included some personal things.

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"I had a nice time Ade" she said in a soft voice, which made him smile, he lean In and kissed her on her fore head.

"I hope to see more of you Lola, I promise I'll call you this time." He said and Walks into the darkness, she walked into her compound and knocked the door. A frowning Rose opened the door which made lola's smile disappear. Lola walked past her and lay on her bed until she slept off.

from another person's POV

when people said things like ' best friend's makes the worst enemies, Lola ademola wouldn't have ever thought that quote would mean a thing to her, it had been three weeks she and her best friend rose stopped talking, she had wished things would just go back to normal, but she couldn't bring herself to the level of apologising and asking for forgiveness. things had really changed between them, they've stopped cooking together, in short they've stopped doing things together. there was a day rose had borrowed one of lola's sandals and it had become a serious fight which could have gone really physical, but for the intervention of their neighbours. Lola had insulted rose and called her all sorts of nasty names. those days when they were best friend's are gone now, rose hardly sleeps in the room now that she has new friends, she wanted nothing to do with Lola again. Lola wanted to prove to her best friend, she didn't need her. she was now very close to Ade, they had gone strolled together one evening when ade told her he liked her. "Lola i want you to be mine" he said as he held her hands tight, but in a way that she wouldn't feel Any pressure. she looked into his eyes unsure of what to say. "I don't know ade" she said as she pulls her hand slowly away from ade's grip and looked down. she always felt good around ade. she couldn't explain why it was like that, but what mattered to her was that she liked him.

" What do you mean by you don't k know?" ade asked, as his eyes narrow .his tone had changed which made her a bit frightened. the guy whose eyes was once sparkling with excitement had turn sour.

" Why wouldn't you know,you probably like that other guy in the department. uhn?"his face wrinkled in anger. Lola was surprised by his sudden outburst . she took few steps back and examined his face.

"which guy?" She asked.

Ade slide his fingers through his hair as he walked away from Lola in anger. he left her in the middle of the road, he didn't call her for about three days and even dropped her calls. he had apologised to her through a text on the fourth day, which made Lola finally date him.

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I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 4

The girl sat on a white plastic chair, she felt uncomfortable been her first time of visiting him.

" You look tensed " he said as walked to her and pulled her up from where she sat and led her to his bed. she tried to pull back but he was already dragging her.

" What will you eat jor" he smiled at her,and turned on the tv.she shrugged, she didn't want to eat in his house but he was really pestering her and even said he would be mad at her if she didn't eat. she didn't wanted to annoy him by saying no, so she agreed to prepare spaghetti, fried plantain with stew. she had finished cooking and was washing some plates in his kitchen when she felt his hands around her waist. she wriggled herself from his grip which made her even press her back more on his crotch. she felt his bulge pressed on her, which made her feel more uncomfortable.

" You know the more you try to push me away the more you turn me on" he smirked at her. she was terrified at what he said but she had to act calm.

"not funny" she said as her fore head wrinkled. she had mixed feelings. she was scared, annoyed at what he had said. he backed away when he realised she was scared. he had to act smart, he wanted her badly and would do anything.

she walked back to the room with two plates of spaghetti, he took it from her and put it down. he motioned for her to sit closer which she did and they sat silently together.

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"I hope you liked the food"

Instead of answering, Ade reached for her

putting his hand on the back of

her neck, she scrunched her nose in disgust, she could taste the food in his mouth which irritated her.

He continued kissing her not caring if she didn't return his kiss,he wanted her so bad.

the kiss was light at first, then it became more urgent, his tongue in

her mouth, he pulled her so tight that her whole body pressed against his.

Her breasts against his chest, as her whole body started

sending a message that was undeniable.

He pulled her against

him, thinking that he'd never get her close

enough, he stopped kissing her lips and he pulled her a little away to study face before kissing the crook of her neck. That was the weakest part of her body and if she doesn't act fast, he'll get her to bed. which she wasn't ready for. Not yet. she groaned as she tried to push him off.

"hmm sto- op ple-ase" he continued kissing her neck which aroused her even more. she regained herself when he was starting to push his hand into her skirt, she pushed him away forcefully and slapped him. He looked at her stunned. he angrily stood up and went straight to his door.

"out before I change my mind"ade said.

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from lola's POV

I watched him frowned as he stood up and opened the door "ohh before I change my mind " he said. I stood there confused on what to do. he glared and shouted at me "now!". I shook. I feared for my safety at that moment, because I knew the type of guy I was dealing with, he's a very temperamental person.

I quickly took my bag and my phone and ran out of his room without looking back. I wondered why he didn't even beat me when I hit him. I guess I was only lucky. I felt hot tears roll down my cheeks uncontrollably as I waited in the rain outside his compound.

I saw a bike-man coming towards me and I waved him down. I told him the address of where I was going and he took me there.

when I dropped from his bike, I played him his money and I head straight to my room, I noticed the door was slightly opened so I entered without knocking.

I saw rose laughing hysterically with danladi, I guess he must have said something really funny, you know rose for being rose. she was the type of girl that loved laughing a lot.

I looked at her as our eyes locked, which made her happy face turn into a frown. I greeted them, but only Danladi replied. I could see he was surprised because I had always ignored them whenever I see them.

I was still mad at rose telling me to get out of our room and even choosing a guy over me her best friend, although I was already getting tired of the grudge we kept. it made me feel really guilty any time I see her.

"rose i am greeting you" she looked at me with disdain which made me feel really worthless. she scowled at me and hissed. this was strange to me because rose wasn't that type of girl , she is a very soft girl who hates quarrels.

she stood up and pulled Danladi with her and they both left the room. I watched where she stood before leaving and I slumped on my bed tired of everything, life, school. I have lost my best friend who loved me so much and accepts all my flaws. I resumed crying again, this time sobbed violently and my body shooked uncontrollably.I wish rose would forgive me, but I was to proud to tell her how sorry I was. or maybe I was just scared of what her reactions would be if I apologised.

I sobbed for what felt like hours before drifting to sleep.

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I woke up to the sound coming from my phone. it was an alarm sound which i had set on my phone and it always sounded every weekdays in the morning, so that I wouldn't be late for my early morning lectures.

I didn't want to leave my bed yet. I was really enjoying my sleep and besides my eyes are so heavy due to me crying last night.

for some reasons I didn't want to face Ade just yet , after that incident that happened yesterday evening.

After about two minutes I finally stood up and went straight into the bathroom to have my bath. I left the bathroom almost immediately and I searched through my pile of cloths in the wardrobe as I searched for what to wear.

I got dressed and left for lecture.

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I walked straight into the lecture room and the place was already filled up with familiar faces, some talked while others stopped talking and whispered when they noticed me enter the hall.I walked to the back of the hall and sat at a corner.

I turned around and saw three girls staring and whispering. one of them chuckled when our eyes meet.

"she's a bitch" she said. I turned back and took my book out to read something before the lecture starts. I heard another girl whispered " I can't believe she was stupid Enough to send such to him" she said in a tone that obviously showed she was irritated.which made me feel uneasy.

Just then a guy walked past where I sat and stepped on my leg.I looked up and saw the mischief in his eyes. He must have intentionally stepped on me.

"watch where you going " I said in a low voice, he frowned his face and muttered " slut" before walking off.

later after lectures was over ,I walked out of the hall slowly when a girl approached me. she wasn't my friend but she is a familiar face. she told me about a rumour been spread around about me.

As she spoke my leg weakened.My worst night mare. This was more like de-ja-vu. Everything that happened to me in secondary was repeating itself again.

This time......... worse!

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lola's POV

The following day, i woke up feeling so weak. I had locked myself in the room and avoided people,I couldn't enor drink anything. in short I didn't feel hungry at all. I was scared. I just laid on my bed and stared at the ceiling. I just want to end this. even if I had to take my life.

it was like I was cursed right from birth. people always found a way to make my life miserable.

I was lost in my thoughts, I didn't see rose come in with danladi and Noah. I smiled sadly at my friend. For the first time in a long while she smiled back.

"I heard what happened- is - true?" rose said as she smiled at me and motioned her visitors to sit too.

"No! you know too well . How can I be that foolish to send something like that to him. why? why am I so unlucky"

"yes I know you very well. plea-se stop - stop crying Lola. I'll help you get through this.

"how? this is a stigma " I sobbed . unable to control my emotions.

"we'll get through this. I promise."rose pulled me closer and hugged me,as i wept on her shoulder.

"I just want to die already"

Rose pulled back and stared at me in shock. " No! don't you dare say that again."

"rose am sorry for how I treated you, I never knew it would hurt you" I said sniffing as I tried to clean my tears away with the back of my Palm.

I looked towards where Danladi and Noah sat. Danladi smiled at me in a way that made me feel safe, but as soon as I glanced at Noah, he quickly looked away.

I stood up and went to where danladi and Noah sat.

"Am sorry " I said slowly.

"its okay. Lola. we could just start a fresh" Danladi smiled at me reassuringly.

I looked at Noah, but he never uttered a word. I couldn't even read him at that moment. His face was void of emotions.

"can I even still face people in the department" I said as I turned to rose.

" yes you can." rose said.

I smiled at her. she went towards our wardrobe and brought out a short dress.

"go and have your bath. You wearing this, let's go to the mall" she said.

" No I ca-"

"hmm hmm. Am not taking no for an answer. The four of us are going, so you better get dressed now" rose.

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As soon we entered the mall, I could already feel my mood lighten. it isn't the shopping that made me feel this way. I was just happy I made peace with my best friend and then the fluorescent lights and high ceiling already made me feel alive.

we went where they sold ice creams and we bought it, Danladi paid for the four of us and then we were served. Noah never stopped giving me intense stares which made me feel really shy.

it got to a stage I wanted to tell him to stop staring, but I didn't have the guts to, I just apologised to the three of them. I don't want to act mean again.

As soon as we finished taking our ice creams, we walked down to the cinema to get tickets for a movie. we were told we couldn't take in the edible things we bought because it wasn't a product of the cinema. we had to sit and eat what we could eat and we hid some things in our bags( rose and I).

when we walked into the film theartre. it was so dark I had to hold rose's hand which made her laugh. she told me she was going to sit at the back because she wanted to have an alone time with 'him'.

"I can't sit with Noah" I whispered to rose, which made her laugh even louder.

"He's not going to eat you." she said as she claimed the stairs leading to the back seat.I stood at the fifth step before Turning to my left to sit and the last chair on that row. I sat down until I noticed Noah had followed me too.

I could see the outline of his face from the lights of the screen. He smirked at me, before paying full attention to the film that was been played.

I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 5

lola's POV

I study him as he walked out of the cinema, rose and danladi were already ahead .They look so cute together. rose hasn't really told me anything about them since we just got back to talking.

"hey" Noah stopped in his tracks and turned to look at me. I smiled nervously at him as he waits for me to catch up with him.

" Uh..... so did you like the movie ?" He asked and I nodded and looked down as I twist my fingers.

"good..........." he chuckle. Rose called out to us, we walked faster and quickened our steps.

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The next day I stay glued to my seat, I couldn't walk around the department because of the fear of been made fun of. I couldn't go to the cafeteria. I had to send Rose to help me get something to eat and bring it to class. in fact I came to class because we had a test that I needed to do.

I looked at where Ade sat as he laughed with his friends. I gave him death glares before I was distracted.

"if looks could " Noah said.

I turned around to see him smiling down at me and I smiled back.

" You know .... you'll have to report him to the school authority about what he did to you"

"No! I don't want to report him, besides.... I already cleared my name"

""how ? not everybody believes you"

"does it really .after what they believe?"

" Lola it does, that bastard, released some nude pictures that isn't even yours and claims its you. and there you are saying it doesn't really matter. I didn't even do half of what that idiot did to you and you hated for so many years" he snapped. people turned their attention to us and started mummering. He looked at Ade who cocked his eyebrows in return. I tried to hold Noah's arm but he jerks always from me, not in a violent way but in a way that showed he was very angry. He probably saw me as a coward.

yes I am scared of what would happen if I report him. Noah had told me to tell the authorities that he was blackmailing me and finally released some pictures. I couldn't go with the plan. what if it backfired ? I just wanted to let things slide without hurting anyone. I looked down as tears begin to wet my cheeks just then Rose had entered the class carrying drinks and some snacks in a transparent nylon. while danlandi followed.

"hey I got your fav snacks" she said excitedly, I looked up and Rose's smile dissappeared when she saw my eyes.

"can we just go home?" I asked

"but-"

"please let's just go, it's not like we have any other. important lectures asides the seminar" I pleaded. she smiled at me and pulled me up.

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back in my room

"so what really happened back at school?" Rose asked as she takes off her shoes and her jacket.

I was about to explain to her when I heard a knock on the door. I stood there looking at the person staring down at me when I opened the door.

I was angry at him, but I couldn't help but stare at his gorgeous face. He smiled at me wearily as he steps closer trying to get into my room. I stopped him abruptly as my hand lands on his chest trying to block him from entering. It felt so good touching him and I wish I could just pull him closer and lay my head on his hard chest.

'No! I have to stay away from him' i thought.

I frowned at him.

"enjoying the feeling right?" He smirked at me. I quickly pulled my hand away and he chuckles. I back away as he entered my room and greeted rose who replied him and left the room.

Great! she left me with him. I shrugged

He walks over to the chair and sat down.

" what do you want?" I asked as I crossed my hands on my chest.

"I have to talk to you"

"well am all ears " I replied

" Am sorry" he said and I scoff.

" Why are you so mean to me?"

"hmm.... let's see..... well I just don't like you" He stands up and walk over to me.

" really?, how you get really shakey whenever you are around me?" his lips curve into a smile.

I back away slowly and then I stumbled as my leg crossed the multiple socket cord.just in time his hands catch me, he stares longingly and I looked away. He releases me and I lay back on my bed and then he crawls next to me.

"I really like you" He tried cuddling me as his breath fanned my neck.

"don't you dare-"

"shhhh" he kissed my neck and pulls me even closer this time. he trails my neckline with his tongue. Then he shifts my jaws towards him and slowly rests his lips lightly on mine.

" No " I muttered, unsure of what to do, he pulled his face away and spoke. " You know you want this" .

suddenly he kissed me softly , forcing his tongue into my mouth. I let out a soft moan into his mouth as he cupped my breast, he was about to slide his hand under my shirt when someone walked in...........................

"poo" Noah cursed. Rose choked over her laughter while Danladi laughed uncontrollably. I let out a small groan and push Noah away, just then I noticed the bulge in his trousers. I choked at the sight of it and Noah grinned when he noticed I was looking at him. I quickly stood up and sat down on the chair while Noah followed.

He pulled me from where I sat and whispered into my ear "come see me off".

I nod and followed him out of my room and walked him down the street silently. during this time he never took his eyes away from me. He took my hand in his and smiled. "lets go to my place"

I drew my hand away from his and looked at him. I had never visited his apartment, how come his asking me to come over now.

'gosh How silly am I. of course he wants to sleep with me I thought.

"never" I shook my head and kept walking.

"why?" He replied.

" after what happened ? you know what ...... stop it......stop asking me any question. You almost took my breast out of my bra. so no ... I am not coming to your house" . He looked at my and let out an hearty laugh.

"slow down...... You didn't even stop me when I wanted to touch you... if your friend never came home I would have done more, so why are you mad at me"

I Stare at him in this disbelief, I can't believe he just said that. He was right I should have stopped him, but I enjoyed every inch of what he did. I let out a sigh and shrugged.

"I'll never see you as cheap. Okay?.. so .... please don't make that face. I like you a lot" he said

" Okay... I need to go back" I replied and I turned back.

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"where's your bf?" Rose said as I walk in. I sat down on the bed next to her and shook my head .

"where's yours?" I asked

Rose chuckled, she rolls over to my side and tickled me. I shoved her away and kept panting. " You.... you know I hate that rose". she gave me a cure pout and I laughed.

" Am glad you agree he's your boyfriend" rose said

" No!" I screamed "he's not jor"

"your wahala. The heart knows what it wants" she wiggled her tongue at me and I rolled my eyes.

" anyway.. Danladi's birthday is tommorow. he's throwing a party later in the evening"

"party, I hate parties" I replied. she gave me a blank expression, she took her phone and started playing games on it.

now I have no choice than to go.

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I was listening to a song and dancing to it in my room when my phone rang

" hey, I was wondering if we could hang out today" he said from the other end of the phone.

" shouldn't you be helping your friend for the party?" I replied

"I need an answer, not a question"

"okay... I'll hang out" I replied

"thanks cutie, I'll see you around then " . I could feel his excitement.

" He wants to hangout rose" . she laughed and starts jumping on the bed excitedly. "I'll get something for you"

"he just wants to hang out" I replied. I took my towel and dashed into the bathroom to have my bath...

lola's POV

we strolled around in the neigbourhood . I had told Noah earlier I didn't want to go to any restaurants because to me it was just a waste of resources and besides we wouldn't have as much fun as walking around, laughing and shouting.

I had always believed Noah to be some arrogant, spoilt rich kid but the reverse is the case. he's nicer than I thought and I think I am already falling for him.

I held his hand in glee and kept swinging it. " You such a cutie Lola". I laughed quietly and gave him small squeeze before sliding my hand off his.

God, he looks so irresistible. even though I hate the fact that I already like him, I didn't want to show him but I can't help it.

"I know I look attractive but am I really safe walking with you?" He said softly.

"uh... uh" I stammered.

" You like me don't you?" He grinned and i punched him on his shoulder. we were both arguing on whether I liked him or not when we got interrupted by someone..... a girl.

I turned and looked at her, she looked absolutely gorgeous. she had long shapely legs with a small curvy hips any guy would kill for. she gave me weird looks which I over looked it. she tried to lunch a slap at me before realizing I had been staring for quite sometime. No I am not a lesbian but that girl looks beautiful, I staggered as Noah pushed me away in other to protect me from the assault .

"this thing is the reason why you left me ?" She shouted at Noah while she tried to loosen Noah 's grip from her hands. " I'll show You" .

"I don't even know you..." I replied.

"he's my boyfriend idiot" . I got confused with her response, I looked to Noah for an explanation but he kept muttering I can explain.

I felt like hitting him. ' why would he let me like him when he knew he had someone's I wondered.

I didn't shout, I just glared at him silently. I hated been caught up in situations like this. I walked away from the two and I heard them arguing.

I heard foots steps running behind me and I was suddenly caught in the waist, I turned around to see who it was. Noah was now trying to beg me. I pushed him away and shouted at him "stay away from me"

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later at the party ..........

" hey Lola" Rose said coming over to me, she had abandoned me earlier and went of with danladi.

"do you like the party?"

I nodded "yea I do, not that I have a choice. do i?"

Rose slapped me on the back "stop with act jor, Noah will be here soon. He went to get more drinks. so please loosen up.

my stomach churned at the mention of noah's name.I didn't want to talk about him and I had done a good job avoiding that topic.

Rose too a cup of alcohol and gulped it. I opened my mouth in awe and snatched the cup from her, but she had already finished it. i looked at her and frowned "since when did you start drinking?" I asked.

" since now, don't worry I'll be good" she let out a fruity laugh.

"just be safe" I said. I walked away as soon as I saw ade coming our way.

He caught up with me and dragged me outside.

"what?" I screamed and pulled away from him.

"babe... I... miss you " he belched. I scrunched my nose at the stench of alcohol hoozing out from his breath.

"come on ........don't tell me ....You... don't miss me band's

"don't call me babe". I tried to walk away but he dragged me back " not so fast. don't you.... want to hang out with... me?"

I tried to push him away again but he pulls me back and twists my hand to the back. his height and muscular chest hovered over me. his grip tightened and I screamed but this time he covered my mouth with his palm.

"I let you go that day. it doesn't.. mean you are escaping this time around". He shoved me to the fence at a corner in the compound and turned me around making me back face him.

I cried and shook. I tried to kick him but he was too strong.

"somebody help me!" I screamed through his palm.

"I swear I kill you... if you shout again" he tightened his palm on my mouth when I heard a familiar voice..... Noah. I bit his palm with every strength in me and stomped his foot he lets out a shout and I scream for Noah.

Noah rushed to where I was and pushed ade away which made him fall.

growled, he staggered and raised his fist to hit Noah, but Noah was quick, he kicked Ade in the face which made him fall again. before ade could get up Noah punched his face, I kept crying as I tried to pull noah away. I knew ade is a violent type and I was scared he would hurt Noah.I pleaded to Noah but he didn't listen, he just kept connecting his fists to Ade's face.

Ade lay on the ground weak, I was scared he was dead already so I rush back to the party to get danladi.

we both rushed out to meet them , but was shocked at what we saw...............

Ade's face was covered in blood as he lay there not moving. I rushed to where he was when I noticed he was still breathing which made me heave a sigh of relief.

I gave Noah a look of disbelief which made him shrug " the idiot deserved it" he straightened his wrinkled shirt and dust of some dirts on his jeans. Ade stood up and tried to swing a punch at Noah from the back but Danladi was quick to lunch another punch at him, he shoved ade to the wall and held on to the collar of his polo " back off".

Noah held my wrist and pulled me away while Danladi walked back to the party.

"let me take you home" Noah said.

"no!" I snapped .

"what's wrong ... with you.. I just risked my life for you"

"you see... that is the problem 'risked' .. what if he hurt you" I cried .

"well he didn't" he scoffed .

we walked silently back to my house. when we got to my house i fumbled with the keys which made Noah take it from me and open the door. I entered my room and dropped my bag on the floor. I walked to the table and took my face wipe to remove my make-up. Noah stood at the door and gave me a weak smile "I'll see you tomorrow"

"please stay with me" I said in a shaky voice .He gazed at me in amazement before walking into my room......

*TBC*

I HATE TO LOVE HIM

EPISODE 6

lola's pov

I woke up to the smell of food from the kitchen. I turned around on the bed as I searched around with my hands trying to touch Noah , I opened my eyes when I realised he wasn't beside me.

I got up from the bed. I walked into the kitchen while squinting my eyes.

"Noah I didn't know you'd be up this early" I said surprised. I gulped a bit when I see him turn around. 'uhmmm .....and why aren't you having your shirt on?" I arched my left brow in question. He laughed and returned his attention to what he was doing.

I cleared my throat and glanced at him, he was busy mixing eggs with spice. I heaistated a little then walked to where he was. "let me finish it up for you" I made to collect the fork from him.

"don't worry am almost done, I cooked this potatoes too" he said pointing toward the peeled skin of potatoes left on the side of the sink.

" Am surprised" I said.

"about what?" He asked .

" It's not common seeing a guy cook for a girl". I fixed my eyes on him waiting for his response. he simply frowned a little and shook his head. "it's like you get this ideas in your head and act like you know a lot about every guy. I am not a chauvinist, so me cooking isn't even a big deal. besides my mum......was..... . You know what never mind" he let out a heavy sigh.

"well I don't know much about other guys, but I know you too well" I scoffed.

" Okay...." he replied sounding less concerned about anything I had to say.

" You bullied me for years ...rememb-?"

"Are we still on this? Noah flared "I already apologised to you" his eyes were now red.

"look just because you beat someone up for me ....doesn't make you are any better" I shot back. Noah looked dejected. He switched off the gas and walked out of the kitchen. I followed seconds later.

"where are you going?" I asked

"home" he replied. Not caring to acknowledge my presence.

"I was just pulling your legs" I tried to seize his arm,but he gently removes it from qrasp.

" No you weren't. You believe you know me too well" he replied "but you know nothing". He went straight for the door and left me standing.

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"Noah" I called out as I tried to push through the crowd in front of my faculty. I had lecture by 9:am but I needed to talk to Noah. I had called him a number of times on his phones but he wouldn't pick my calls.

I don't get why he's angry with me, but I needed to apologise and just get this over with.

I stopped to catch my breath before calling out his name again, this time he looked back, with a frown. He stopped walking, which allowed me to catch up.

"why are you even ignoring me?" I let out a heavy breath.

"uh... why would I ignore you?" He asked .

"gosh! stop feigning innocence" I was frustrated by his response.

it was understandable if he didn't want to talk to me, but that didn't give him any reason to act so insensitive. I glare at him and he gave me a nonchalant shrug.

" You know what?...screw you" I tapped his chest with my fingers which made him stagger before walking off.

"come on .." he sprints after me " ok ... Am sorry"

"well you should be. I was only pulling your legs. but you took it way too personal". I replied.

" why won't i?" He looked at me intently. he was obviously angry.

"I should be the one getting all angry, not you.... You led me on into thinking we had a thing-" I was enraged. people gave us stares but I didn't care.

Noah let's out a loud grunt. "that girl is not even my girlfriend, yes we had a thing... but that's it .. just a thing"

"hmm... Am sure that'll be the same thing you say to other girls when you are done with them" I replied.

"I can't believe you'd say this....I like you a lot" he slides his finger through his hair in frustration.

I shooked my head and looked at him straight in the eye " then prove it". I walked straight into the lecture room.

The next two hours of lecture was a bit boring. I couldn't concentrate on what the lecturer taught us, he just kept going on and on about a topic which made me wish I had just stayed home. I kept playing candy crush on my phone.

" So class this is going to be a group work, you'll be grouped according to your matric numbers" the lecturer said.

I was extremely happy when he carried his books and left the class.

As soon as I got to know my group members, I dashed out of the lecture room and went for my next lecture. I quickened my steps when I saw ' the girl's who attacked me. she was chatting gleefully with her friends. I turned around immediately to take the other stair case when I heard her call me. as much as she was beautiful, I hated her voice.

"hey" she gave me a mona-lisa kind of smile which made me so uncomfortable.

'this girl is so fake'. I thought within.

I looked away and adjusted the straps of my bag.

"hi" I replied coldly. I resented her so much even though I know little about her, the little I knew was enough for me. I mean what normal person would blame me for being friendly with Noah. she didn't know our story. we've been practically enemies for a long time, now that I've finally got to know how nice he is, I would do anything to keep him as mine

"its still funny he left me for you". she kept gesturing with her small hands in a way that irritates me. I kept my cool and let out a soft sigh.

" Am sorry ....who?" I asked . she fumed at me and her face turned sour which made chuckle. I love the fact that I was really getting under her skin.

"look here You idiot..... he's mine, you better stay away" she roared.

"I still don't know what you are on about..... Anyway.. I'll see you around" I gave her a disdainful look and walked away.

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I walked into the lecture hall trying to search for rose. she had told me she was going to ditch the first lecture but was going to show up for URP 103.

I found a seat and sat down. I took out my phone , attached it's earpiece to eat and plug it into my ears. I felt someone tap me which made me look back........

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lola's POV

"I came to check on you" he said and I avoid his gaze.

I fumbled with the door knob confused on what to do. I felt like shutting the door on him, but then again I wanted to spend the whole day with him.

I had ditched lectures today because I had a little stomach upset, I couldn't look after myself all day because rose had travelled to get some food stuffs, so it was more like a blessing he visited.

I step aside and let him in.

"rose called me....have you used any drugs?" He looked concerned which made me feel like pulling him into a tight hug. I gave him a soft nod.

slumped back on my bed and drank the water next to me. The water made feel like throwing up but i had no choice but to finish it up because of the powdered drugs I had put in it. Noah sat next to me and brought out some discs.

"I brought some films....I don't know what you would like" he took out his laptop and showed me the CD's

I looked through all the films and one caught my attention.

"kill Bill?... I have been looking for this film" I exclaimed excitedly and played the film. he gave me a smile which showed he was pleased by the way I reacted.

"I really liked this film" I smiled and nudged Noah's arm. He scrunched his face pretending to feel the pain on his arm. " Am glad you did". He took my hand in his palm which made me shudder. I drew my hand back immediately.

" Am still mad at you Noah" . I paused waiting for his response, he kept his gaze and acted calm.

" The girl thinks you are her boyfriend"

"am not" he retorted.

"she really likes you Noah ....I .... don't even think am a match sef, she's so pretty-"

"you are pretty too". Noah took my hands back in his hands. He had a way of looking at me that always make me feel like drawing him closer and kiss him.

He stared into my eyes and licked his lips which made its colour more prominent. I leaned in for a kiss but he pulled back. I was astonished by his action but he simply smiled.

" am not going to kiss you, until you believe me.... Lola that girl isn't even my type".

"stop acting like she's just some girl jor". I wrinkled my face and pout my mouth which made him chuckle.

"what's her name?" I asked

" Why would you need her name". He looked so confused.

"I just want to know jor"

"Ife" he replied.

" Oh okay". I cleared my throat and crossed my arms loosely on my chest.

*🎧I HATE TO LOVE HIM*

EPISODE 7

lola's POV

"Why won't this girl just leave me alone now" . I let out a groan, Rose gave me a questioning look and i handed my phone to her.

" Why would any normal person send this to someone.... don't mind her Lola.... she's just bluffing". Rose returned the phone to me and gave me a reassuring smile. I sighed heavily , took the phone from her and kept it in my bag. I had been getting crazy text messages from Ife for the past one week. How she got my number is what I don't even know.

I initially thought it was all a joke, but right now telling me she'd rip my face off isn't something i can joke with. This message sent a chill down my spine.

I couldn't concentrate throughout the days lectures. I rushed home and left Rose in school.

' I have to tell Noah' i thought within . He is the only one who could stop her from sending further messages to me. I dialled his number as soon as I got home.

'the number you've dialled is not available at the moment , plea.....' I cut the phone and slumped on my bed. I couldn't think straight but I forced my body to cooperate. I slowly fell asleep in my room, the only place I considered safe from harm's way.

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she launched a punch at my face which made me fall to the ground. I tried to get back on my feet but I was too late, she sat on me and scratched my face with her disgusting long nails.

I screamed for Rose but she just stood there fear written all over face.

Ife stood up and rolled me in the mud, she sat on my back , this time she kept hitting me with a big hard stone.

just when I thought my life would be over soon, Rose pushed her off me and they both rolled, each struggling to over power the other. in split seconds Rose took the stone from her and kept smashing her face with it.

I weakly stood up and held Rose's hand , I stared at ife's blood covered face and I couldn't even recognise her any longer.

I kept crying and scream "she dead! oh my God!"

I screamed loud enough to make rose startled.

"are you okay. You sounded like you were crying" she had a concerned look on her face. I decided against telling her, she would only think am been paranoid.......

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Lola POV

I stood in front of Noah's apartment and dialled his number, he picked it up at first ring.

In a few seconds he came out to meet me. " why didn't you just knock on my door, rather than calling me" he furrowed his eyebrows.

" Am...... sorry. look I came to talk to you about Ife" I exhaled and looked at him.

He squinted his eyes " what's with Ife this time".

"she's been threatening me".

He put his arms around my neck and we walked into his apartment.

" are you sure it's her?" He looked confused.

"oh! do you have other girls I should be worried about" I flared.

" hey, come down..... okay?". He sat down on his bed and motioned me to sit too. He gave me a weak smile which made me return it a glare.

I was so not in the mood for a smile or whatsoever. I needed those text messages to stop.

"you need to talk to her...... Am so scared right now,I've been having dreams"

Noah put his palm on his lips trying to hold back his laughter. I punched him a little and gave him i-am-serious look which made him stop laughing.

He leaned on his back and stared at the ceiling.

"those messages are scary Noah.....please tell her to stop"

"oh......Kay okay! I will. but I don't think you should take her seriously"

I glared at him. I stood up and went for the door .

I turned at the doorway to look at him "just help me talk to her... please". I walked out of his room and went back home.

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"Ife you have to stop all this crap!". she just kept looking at me. I felt like smashing her face but I had to be a gentle man.

"I don't even know what you are talking about" she replied.

"next time she gets any message from you.... I swear you'll regret ever knowing me" I shouted.

she wiped the tears on her face" you are threatening me beacuase of that idiot".

"I don't care...... just.. just stop messaging her". I shook my finger at her, in a bid to warn her and stepped back. I gave her one last look then walked off.

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I sat in the lecture room while the lecturer spoke, we had ARC101. "lola" I felt someone tap me from the back, I turned around and smiled at him.

Ife had stopped sending me messages. in fact anytime she sees me, she always avoids me like a plague.

Rose and I went out on several dates with Danladi and Noah (double dates). As for ade, haven't been seeing much of him to my relief.

"what's up" he smiled at me and I chuckled " we'll talk after class.....". He smiled and started jotting.

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"lola". Noah grabbed my wrist.

"Noah" I smiled.

"i was thinking if we could hang out this evening"

"we hang out every time" I rolled my eyes.

"I mean like a real date.... just you and I alone".

" oh that type of da..'te" I dragged my words and raised my eyebrows, which made him laugh.

" Yes that type " he nodded.

" okay...I'll be ready by 7:00, don't keep me waiting".

He smiled and put his hand around my waist and walked to our next class.

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" you should have stayed back now...look at you...your cloth is dripping". I exclaimed and dragged him inside my room,

Rose wasn't around so it was just Noah and I. He went straight into the bathroom and locked the door.

He came out with one of my towels,he placed it around his neck.

"I guess there won't be any date" he sighed, I could see he was frustrated already.

" we can have a date here...we can just play scrabble... I have some slice bread to, so I'll just make a sandwich" I looked at him. He smiled at me and I went to the kitchen to prepare the sandwich.

within ten minutes i was back with the plates of sandwich. i served him his plate and got the scrabble from where I kept it.

"do you want to eat first?" I asked.

"I'll do both" he gave me a slight smile.

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I stood at the bus stop as the heavy rain poured and splattered dirt on my legs. I had been waiting in the school bus stop for the past ten minutes for a bus. I turned and saw a girl behind me. Our eyes met and she walked up to me, shivering.

"please can I share the umberella with you?" She asked.

"yea sure" I nodded and smiled at her.

"ughhhhh can you just stop" she screamed a little, which startled me, I narrowed my eyes and stared at her.

"its the rain.... It's annoying now" she groaned.

"oh the rain.... Yea I get... Oh there's a bus coming" I looked at her and grinned.

We both struggled to get into the bus , there were too many people trying to get on it too.

I sat there silent and kept checking the pictures on my phone.

"he's cute" she said.

"what?" I was confused.

"that guy.... Your boyfriend ..... I can see you've been staring at his picture" she pointed at the screen.I smiled and shook my head " he's just my friend.... Although I like him..." I replied.

"so what are you waiting for?......" She chuckled and held her bag to her chest like she was hugging someone which made me scrunched my nose.

"Uhm... Am still taking my time" I was uncomfortable telling her things about me.

We both got out of the bus and trekked together.

" so I'll see you around..... I live just down the street" she smiled and winked at me. "hey let me have your number" she asked. I called out my digit. " save it as Lola". I said.

"all done... By the way am Rita" she smiled and waved at me.

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Grrgrrgrrr

I rushed towards my phone and picked it.

"hey"

"am on my .. oh..." she said from the other end.

" okay no problem". I replied.

Rita had told me earlier during our chats that she was going to be visting me anytime soon, I just didn't know when it would be until she called now.

I rushed out of the bathroom and prepared some noodles and eggs. I heard a knock on the door and opened it.

" ahaha did you fly?" I asked. She chuckled and pinched my arm.

"I was just around the vicinity when I called now" she replied.

I motioned for her to have a sit. I took out my laptop and played a film for her and headed back to the kitchen. I brought back two plates of noodles and served her one.

She laughed heartily which made me smile. "this Melissa and Joey is a very funny film ooo.... Melissa is so funny" .

I grinned at her "yes she is"

" Am not sure I'll be able to finish it.... But I'll send it to my phone. Do you have the season 2" she asked.

" No I don't... Am not sure if it has a season 2" I answered and she nodded "okay".

We were in the middle of our discussion when Rose, Danladi and Noah walked in.

"hey" I grinned at Noah.

He smiled at me and sat beside me on the bed. While rose dropped her hand bag and removed her sandals. Danladi stood and kept pressing his phone. I looked at Rita who was already flashing Noah a smile.

"guys.. meet Rita. Rita this is Rose,that's her boyfriend Danladi and this is my friend Noah".

She smiled and held out her hand to Noah which he shook.

" You look more cute In person" she said. She totally ignored Rose and Danladi. Not sure this was intentional, but I could see Rose was angry, she scoffed and I arch my brows at her. She shook her head and went to the bathroom. Leaving the four of us.

"thanks" Noah said slowly.

Danladi called Rose and they both left.

" so what department are you Noah?" She asked.

"quantity survey. You?" He replied.

"estate management" she answered. They kept talking and Rita kept flirting with Noah which was beginning to annoy me. Noah looked at me and got the message. "I have to go now, I'll see you some other time Rita" he stood up and pulled me up.

On getting back to my room, Rita was already planning to leave, so I just walked her home too.

🎧

*I HATE TO LOVE HIM*

EPISODE 8

Lola's POV

"I don't like her" Rose groaned after Rita left her seat to get something. I stared at Rose but she glared at me. "I mean she's fake and all... Don't you see it? and she flirts a lot too" she said.

"yea she flirts.. a little, but I don't think you should hate her" I replied.

" No I didn't say I hated her, I only don't like her" Rose exclaimed.

" okay. Whatever" I scoffed " you'll have to get used to her. You are going to be seeing much of her around me" I stated.

Rose gave me little glare and continued eating her food.

I know it's only normal for her to feel threatened, she probably thinks Rita has been taking much of my time , I just wanted her to get along with Rita.

I felt a pinch behind my neck, I looked back and smiled when I realised it was Rita.

The three of us gathered our things as soon as we finished eating and headed home after a long day of lectures.

Rose kept making faces each time Rita talked about herself, I was bit angry at Rose but I decided to ignore her.

I really enjoy been in Rita's company, she was the jovial type and loved having fun.

" You coming with us?" I asked Rita, who just shrugged.

"Uhm..I probably should go" Rita replied.

"come on ... Let's go to my place jor" I said and smiled at her.

" Am not sure your friend wants me around" Rita said and nodded in the direction of Rose who was already walking away from us.

"don't worry about her... You'll get to like each other pretty soon" I suggested.

We walked into the room while Rose was already dressing. Rita kept her gaze on Rose which made her uncomfortable."

stop looking at me that way".

Rose grumbled and left for the bathroom.

We kept talking while Rose was washing her clothes. She told me things about boys. And the things she loved clothes cars and all.

We had been laughing then suddenly Rita became quiet.

"I hate home" Rita sighed.

"why?" I asked. I was confused about her sudden change of mood.

" My roommate can be frustrating... I mean look at you and Rose. She really cares about you and its so obvious" Rita looked really sad and it really touched me.

"what did she do?' I was really concerned.

"she' always finds a problem with everything I do....she's so mean to me".

"well...why don't you stop been her roommate" I asked. I was angry someone could be this mean to her, Rita of all people.

"I don't have anywhere else to live" she sighed.

" what department is she?". I asked.

"chemistry" she answered

" okay...why don't you come stay with us" I suggested.

She shook her head wide-eyed "No...no your roommate doesn't even like me ... I can't"

"I insist. Let's go get your things later at night".

Rose came out of the bathroom with her towel tied around her body. She walked towards me and dragged me out of the room.

"she can't live with us... and don't give me that face, I overheard you guys"

"please Rose , she needs somewhere to stay. At least let her stay till the end of the semester" I held Rose hand and made the most cute face she probably has ever seen.

"fine.. She can stay, but I'll throw her out if she does anything stupid" she threatened . I hugged her and rushed back into the room.

'let's go get your things" I grinned at Rita. She looked stunned.

" But it's not -" she said and I cut her off.

" no questions . Lets go" I said.

lola's POV

I woke up staring at a face smiling at me. I was frightened a bit so I just pulled back and she laughed.

"Rita it's not funny. you scared me" I groaned . She just kept laughing and drew closer to me, and gave me a kiss.Not on the cheek but on the lips.I stared wide-eyes. I quickly drew back from her. She winked at me and got off bed and headed to the bathroom.

She left the door opened so I just walked up to her.

"what was that about?". I asked

She chuckled. "I only kissed you, no big deal" she scoffed.

" Yea you did, which is weird-" she cut me off "what is so weird about that" she replied . She took off her clothes to have her bath, she backed me as she tries to hang her clothes on the bathroom door. She looked at me with the most seductive eyes I've ever seen, I was shocked by her actions. I gulped and turned away .

'why is she doing this' I wondered.

Rita has always been the crazy type, but now this is just weird. She flirts a lot with guys,I just don't know if she likes girls too.

she's a very beautiful girl and way more attractive that I am, her hour glass figure could get her any guy she wanted, I don't just get why she's acting crazy this morning.. She stayed under the shower to wash away the soap, she took her towel and dries herself as she walks out of the bathroom.

I sighed " you can't kiss me again.. Rita it's not funny".

"okay" she rolled her eyes and let her towel drop off her body, I turned away.

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Rita and I walked around the mall, we had been looking for a particular dress for an hour now. She claimed she saw the dress in one of the stores the last time she came here but she couldn't get it because she didn't have enough money.

" Don't you know the place any longer?" I asked.

She shrugged.

I just wish Rose wasn't busy with group projects maybe she'll get to save me from Rita right now. I rubbed my forehead, and groaned in frustration " Rita let's just pick something else now". She nodded her head and went into the next store.

She held the cloth and examined while I payed the sales girl and handed the change back to Rita.

"tonight is gonna be awesome" she wiggled her ass and I just laughed. " you coming right?". She asked.

" Am not sure...". I replied.

"would you be sure if Noah was going?" She winked. "speaking of Noah, do you still like him?".

"why would you ask that? yes I do!" I replied.

"I just wanted to know...I mean you taking things too slow with him.... aren't you going to get serious with him?.... there are many girl who would kill to be his girl". She said and walked towards the gate,she waved a taxi down as soon as we got outside. She was serious from the way she looked at me and spoke.

'maybe she's right' I thought.

we finally got to our apartment, we entered and saw Rose, Danladi and Noah talking.

"Noah" I was surprised to see him, I dropped my things and laid by his side. Rita greeted everyone.

I saw Noah staring at her and nudged him.

" quit staring"

"am not...there's just something about her that I don't get ...that's all" he replied.

"well .... I hope you are not attracted to her". I frowned at him.

"what?.... No! I am not, she's attractive, but I'll never hurt you" he said and I sigh in relief.

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I sat down in a corner and stared at Rita as she danced with the guys, guess she was really enjoying herself while I just kept glancing at people.

She walked towards me holding a guys hand.. " sola this is my good friend Lola" she grinned and I smiled awkwardly .

"hi" I said

"what's up?" He asked. before I could reply him Rita had already left.

"so... how did you meet Rita" he asked, he drank every content in the cup and looked at me. I smiled at him. I told him about how I and Rita met.

" sounds romantic" he chuckled and I glared. " why would you say that"

" Am sure it's romantic to Rita.... she's into girls, you know"

I was speechlesss.

" why are you surprised, it obvious. I guess you don't know her that well after all. he said.

I looked at him and stood up "let's go find her... I need to go home".

sola stood up too and we both walked around to look for Rita. I heard soft cries from one of the rooms so I checked. right there on the bed I saw Rita on all fours. it was just unbelieveable . She just met that guy about 20 minutes ago. I backed away, and left the party to get a fresh air outside and sola followed.....

Lola's POV

I sat down on the stairs outside and sola kept staring at me.

"stop staring" I shouted.

" why are you taking this out on me.... Am not Rita" he replied.

I let out a loud groan. "ugghh she barely knew that guy...they just danced and there she is .... In the room... Screaming ... Gosh! I don't even want to remember that..." I shrieked.

"like I said you don't know much about your friend" he said and shrugged.

"I guess you are right" I sighed.

" You still have a lot to learn about her" he said . I stood up and we both went back in.

Few minutes later Rita came out with a red cup, dancing and shouting.

"hey, why are you frowning" she said in a high-pitched voice which irritated me more.

"let's go home" . I dragged her away...... Without saying good bye to sola.

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I opened my eyes and checked the time it was 9:30am, as usual I saw Rita walking around Unclad, just then Noah popped his head in, he drew back immediately and started apologising.

"its alright" Rita replied and went into the bathroom. I went outside to meet Noah, he was leaning against the wall. " Am sorry"

"no problem the door wasn't locked anyway" I replied him. we walked back into the room this time Rita was already dressed. She stared at Noah and he apologised again.

" its no big... deal" she said slowly. She smirked at him and picked her phone. just then she got a call and answered it.

"uhn-uhn... I'll be there...don't worry, I'll come". She said and cut the phone.

"turns out I'll be travelling" she looked at me.

"where are you going?"

"Lagos" she replied.

"lagos?.....do you even have a family there?".

She ignored me and hissed. She was pretty annoyed. I know i had no right to ask questions, I was just concerned about her.

She packed her clothes in her bag and left without saying a word.

All this time Noah kept pressing his phone.He looked up and smiled. "I have to go" he stood up and walked to the door.

" You just got here" I said unhappyily. He closed the gap between us and kissed me on the lips. He drew back and left.

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Later in the evening...........

"i've got a gist for you" Rose entered and puts her bag down.

" Am all ears" I replied. Eager to hear what she had to say.

"I heard something about Rita" she said .

"is that why you are so happy?" I became less intrigued "spill".

"she's a prostitute" she said.

"Rose!" I shrieked "look I get you don't like her... but stop making up stories".

" Am not lying.... it's the truth, you know shade now. that tall girl in the department, we were together when we saw Rita on the bike and she told me so many disgusting things she's into-"

"enough!" I shouted "I don't care about any craps you say.... stop being jealous....and used to Rita being friends". She looked sober.

"sorry....I just wanted you to know who she really is" she replied.

I hissed and ignored her.

🎧

*I HATE TO LOVE HIM*

EPISODE 10

Look at yourself.... Lola you have to get yourself together" Rose said. she dried the tears on my face with the back of her palm.

It's been three days since I found out Rita was into Noah. I had deleted Noah and blocked him on every social networks. He had also called me several times, but I never picked. I just wanted to be left alone.

yesterday he came over to our apartment, thank God Rose was around. she had to lie to him I wasn't at home.

Rose gave me worried look, she pulled me into an embrace.

"how could she do that?" I cried." she knew.....she knew I liked him".

Didn't know which hurt most, been betrayed by the guy you like so much or by someone who was supposed to have your back, and be a very good friend.

"she's a bitch Lola... but I hate to say I told you so....... so I'll just keep quiet" she sighed.

I chuckled a bit and wiped my tears. " you already said it". I nudged her shoulder and screamed. "yaa".

"I don't even know why am surprised, I saw the signs but i ignored it....this is a girl I saw having sex with a complete stranger at a party"

"eww" Rose scrunched her face and I laughed.

'she even kissed me while I was sleeping". I said.

"what! that girl is a bitch.... she doesn't even know what she wants... you or Noah". she replied.

" yea she's really confused". I nodded.

I looked around the room. I had turned the whole place upside down even after Rose has cleaned it up.

I took the broom to sweep but Rose stopped me "I'll clean it up.. don't worry".

"thanks" I smiled.

"after am done with cleaning.... we should hangout... you know have fun"

"bad idea" I frowned.

"I can't just leave you here" she replied.

I shrugged " let's just watch some films".

she agreed. I took my phone and went on whatsap, I scrolled down to Rita's contact to check on display picture, she still has a picture of her and Noah.

I wanted to cry but I couldn't, I was too exhausted from crying, all I felt that moment was anger.

Rita told me she wanted to get a film and she left. I laid on my bed and shut my eyes, not quite long I heard a knock on the door.

I stood up and opened it, i tried to slam it back but he held the door and I just gave up trying.

I slumped back on my bed and he did the same thing.

" what do you want?" I asked in a tired voice.

"I miss you". he said

"well I don't". I lied.

"Lola please... she didn't mean anything"

"they always don't mean anything.... Ife, now Rita" I screamed.

Noah looked so devastated.

"she's been using your pictures online... pictures of you two".

"she's crazy....I don't like her. it's you I want"

"its too late" I looked at him "she kissed me"

Noah was at loss of words. He shut his eyes and sighed. " bitch" he muttered.

"I won't forgive you.... so stop wasting your time... Noah you need to leave.

He stood up and left without saying another word.

The first semester was coming to an end, Rose and I have been really busy going to the library daily, but I had decided to take a break today.

We both walked down the side walk , when my phone rang again. "urggghh why does he keep calling me".

"pick it now" Rose said.

" No I won't" I argued.

" okay then" she said . We reached the library and I bade her goodbye. I walked home all by myself while I listened to song on my phone using my earpiece.

I saw Rita and my heart skipped, she walked towards me and I clenched fists.

She smirked and walked past me. I fastened my steps until I got home.

I entered my room and took my clothes off. I changed into something clean.As soon as I did that, took out all my dirty clothes and headed to the bathroom.

Just then my phone rang, I rushed to it and saw Danladi on the screen, so I just ignored.

He probably wants to talk to me about Noah, I thought.

It rang like four more times and I decided to pick it.

" look Danladi-"

"Lola come down to the school clinic now" he said from the other end in a shaky voice.

"why... What happened?" I asked.

" Just come... Okay". He said.

I was about to ask further questions when he cut the call on me.

I took my bag and rushed out.

I felt so unsettled, different thoughts ran through my mind and I became extremely scared..........

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As soon as I got to the school clinic I saw Danladi in the waiting room pacing back and forth.

my heart skipped.

I rushed to where he was and i held him. "whats wrong". I asked, jus then I looked around and I saw Noah.

I heaved a sigh of relief before returning my attention to Danladi.

" its Rose". he said.

I froze.

"what?.... what's wrong with her?"

"she slumped in the library".

I placed both hands on my head, I didn't know what to do. I wanted to scream but nothing came out. I Sat down on the floor and leaned on the wall.

A nurse walked up to me and told me to get a seat. I quickly stood up and sat next Noah and Danladi followed.

Few minutes later a doctor came out and danladi rushed to him. I just sat down, I was too scared to hear whatever he heard to say.

Danladi hit the wall with his fists and Noah rushed to him. I screamed and ran out of the clinic.I knew something had happened, something really bad. How could this happened, I thought.

Noah left Danladi and ran after me. He pulled me into his chest and I wept bitterly for what felt like eternity.......

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Second semester had started and I was still a mess. A very big mess. Things had been so difficult for me, I couldn't sleep, eat normally or attend lectures.

Rose's death had been a big blow.

The first exam I ever wrote in the university would have been a disaster, thank God I had Noah. He was the one who helped me most of the time. call it malpractice, I don't care.

I got to know later that my best friend had died of a sudden adult syndrome, which was caused by an underlying heart condition.

Everything happened so fast and I never even got to tell her good bye. Not even a good bye would have been enough, but at least It would have been something.

We had made a pact when we were younger, to be very successful women no matter the obstacles.

Now she's gone. she never got the chance to do so many things...., she never got to graduate, she never even got to write her first exams in this university.

Noah had vowed to monitor me, I guess he was too scared I might hurt myself.I sobbed again when all those events flashed through my mind.

Noah pulled me closer when he saw the tears on my face.......

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Noah's POV

I wiped the tears on her face. I hated seeing her hurt.

The way she cried broke my heart so much, it brought bad memories, ones I never ever want to remember.............

"my dad killed my mum" I blurted. Lola pulled back and looked at me, she was obviously shocked.

I had always made sure I never mentioned anything about her to anyone, but I don't even know why I told her now, probably because I just felt this was the right time.

she continued staring at me wide-eyed and covered her opened mouth with her palm.

"what?" She finally removed her hands from her mouth."oh my God. Am so sorry Noah.." she said.

"i was only ten when he killed her, I heard her screams and I knew something was wrong, but I dare not confront my dad, it would've been another round of beating for me.

As I walked through the passage in our house, I saw my dad rushed out of the room and went out, he had already strangled her,i later got to why he killed her after his arrest,she found out he was having an affair and he has a child with the woman".

I could feel my anger.

Lola stared at me. she was mute all through.

" We used to live in portharcourt, I had to relocate.... and that why I live with my grandma".

"ohhh Noah am so sorry, I can't believe you went through all this at a tender age". she hugged me.

"your eyes are puffy... wait... have you been crying?". Noah asked as he lifted my chin , he tried to examine my face but I pulled back.

" Am fine Noah". I answered and pushed his hand away.

He took my hand and led me out of the lecture room. "where are we going?"

He ignored me and kept dragging me. I was just not in any mood to hang out . I just wanted to go home , curl on my bed and cry my eyes out.

He suddenly stopped and looked at me "do you still hate me?".

I furrowed my eyebrows "Uhm .... no.. why would i?" I cocked my eyebrow, He shrugged. "Rita ish"

"that! am so over that, Noah. I just lost a friend, you don't expect me to keep jumping around". I replied and looked away. I was lonely but Noah wouldn't just understand that, he believed I just kept using Rose's death as a means to finally stay away from him.

He smiled and grabbed my hand again, which made me frown.

If only he knew how depressed I was. The pain of losing a friend forever, not been able to wake-up to see her again.

Noah nudged me and I jerked.

I had zoned out.

We both walked into my room. I tossed my bag to a corner and laid on my bed, I shut my eyes for few seconds and opened them again.

" why...are you staring at me?"

"I want us to hang out.... please don't say no"

"ughhh where k? " I let out a soft groan.

"anywhere you want".He replied.

He slumped on my bed and i cuddled up with him.

I kissed him for some time before laying back on his chest and drift off to sleep.

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later in the evening.........

We both walked around the street quietly, Noah glanced at me a few times and finally broke the silence.

" Am I boring?". He asked.

I glanced back at him. " what....Uhm....

no, why would you say that.....perfect", I put my phone at my back pocket. He shook his head and frowned, not uttering another word.

I guess he was angry at me.

We had both walked for about fifteen minutes and I had been mute all through. Noah had tried to start a conversation, but I just wasn't paying attention, I just kept pressing my phone.

I stopped him and looked into his eyes.

" Am sorry... Noah ...it's just..."

"if you are not feeling this... let's just go home" . He said.

I leaned in and gave him a kiss.

"I know everything is difficult for you right now, but that's why am here for you". He reassured me. He moved my braided hair behind my ear and kissed my forehead.

I looked at him and he gave me the most genuine smile I have ever seen.

"I think am in love with you". I muttered. He smiled . "what did you say?". He grinned at me and I looked away.

"Uhm.....nothing......we should go home". I suggested and we both walked back to my apartment.

*🎧I HATE TO LOVE HIM*

EPISODE 11

lola's Pov

The following day, I walked into the chemist to get some painkillers, and I saw Danladi. I greeted him but he replied coldly.

Now the thing is Danladi has been ignoring me ever since we lost Rose. He always kept to himself. I get the fact that it's difficult especially when you 're still at the grieving stage, but I just didn't get why he just kept pushing everyone away, well except Noah.

He dashed out of the chemist as soon as he got what he wanted, I followed suit and ran towards him. "hey, whatsup?".

" Am good". He avoided my eyes and just kept walking. I pulled him again, this time he jerked his hands away from me, and kept walking. I was surprised at his reaction.... I quickened my pace to catch up with him again. " Dan I get what you are going through.... but ..its ..not cool..you know acting all up".I said.

He stopped and looked at me. "what are you even saying". He frowned his face.

"I just .. you.... know...ok. who's that girl I have been seeing with you lately. Have you started seeing someone again?" I asked.

"Are you okay?".He snapped, looked at me one more time and walked away. I stood there and looked around to be sure no one else was looking. I was embarrassed at the way he reacted to me. I returned to the chemist to get my drugs and left for Noah's house.

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"that guy is rude". I said.

Noah stopped pressing his phone and looked up. "He's grieving Lola, it's no big deal".

"he's not the only one who's grieving, I lost my best friend too, but I didnt jave to go around acting like a jerk to everyone". I exclaimed.

Noah smiled and dropped his phone, he leaned closer and curdled me. "people are different". He replied.

"besides have been seeing one girl like that with him". I grumbled.

"I guess he's moving on, everyone has their healing process Lola.... that's he's own way. you have to respect that"

"yea I know, I just feel so..so bad he's avoiding me". I said.

" you probably remind him of Rose, he wants put all that behind him" . He suggested.

Maybe Noah's right, I thought.Everyone has their way of grieving.

I went into the kitchen to cook something. When I heard a familiar voice. I walked back into the room and saw Danladi. He acted like he didn't see me and just kept talking to Noah.

I called out to him, and he gave me a nod.

" Am sorry Dan, it was not in my place to question you about who you hang out with". I looked at him and he sighed.

He gave me a weak smile. " its okay. besides the girl isn't my girlfriend". He said.

Thank God, I thought.

I wanted Danladi to move on quite alright. but I just didn't think now was the time. it's only been few weeks and we needed to mourn our friend.

" Am leaving the country".He said and looked at me. Noah didn't say anything so I guessed he already knew before now.

I was dumbfounded. I cleared my throat. "Uhm ...really".

"yep! we should all hangout this night". He suggested. I stood up and hugged him. A small tear stained my cheeks, I wiped it away.

"Lola, I'll be visiting once in a while, my parents just wants me around them".He assured.

I drew back and smiled"ok...I'll miss you..I guess you are right, we should hang out". I agreed.

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lola's POV

We had just resumed the first semester of my second year in the university. Everything was a bit better now, Noah and I had gone out on a lots of dates, but I was still taking my time.

He had told me the previous day we were going to hang out, but this time it was going to be in his apartment and I agreed.

I walked into the bathroom and had a bath. I rushed out after few minutes and dried myself with my towel and used the perfume, applied some makeup and wore my dress.

I took my bag and headed to Noah's place.

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"thank God I have your keys, you would have kept me waiting outside". I rolled my eyes at him as he puts some nylon bags down.

"I thought I told you to call me before coming". He replied.

" you know....whatever". I rolled my eyes again. I unwrapped the nylon bag and took out the burger and ice cream he bought. I served him his own and ate mine.

As soon as he finished eating, he went into the bathroom and was out in seconds. He laid next to me and I leaned in. He cupped my face in his palm and kissed me on the lips.

I returned his kiss affectionately,he tasted so good, like mint. He pulled back and whispered.

"the only thing we do is kiss, and kiss. don't you like me?". He furrowed his eyebrows and I smirked.

I pulled him back and my eyes locked with his. My heart pounded so fast that I thought even Noah could hear it.

He looked so doubtful. I was crazy about him, if only he knew how much. I just wanted to be sure I was doing the right thing. And more than anything, i wanted to feel

him touch my body.

It became so unbearable for me, as my lips finally pressed against his soft ones. The warmth of his mouth sent a wave through my body.I wrapped my arms around his neck.

I broke the kiss and smiled at him. " Am in love with you, Noah. please don't just break my heart, i beg you....". My voice shook.

"I'll never hurt you. I promise". He whispered.

He reached for my spaghetti straps and slides it down my arms,next he unhooks my bra, revealing my breast. He wasted no time as he covered my tips with his mouth.

I gulped.

He rolled the tip of his tongue on it and gave it small bits at the same time. I let out a soft moan.

He pulled away from my breasts and removed my pants. He reached for my legs and spread it, making him lay in between them. He kissed the crook of my neck which made me whimper.

He stood up and undressed, I shut my eyes when I saw him harden. I was scared and anxious. I wanted this so bad, but I was still scared of so many things.

He laid on the bed and I slowly opened my eyes. "come on me". He said.

I spread my legs across his laps and closed my eyes again. Noah hugged me tight and resumed kissing me.... He drew back and teased my breast. He looked at me hungrily and I rolled my eyes. He simply smiled. He lifted a side of his bed and brought out a condom , and rolled it on his shaft.

He lifted me and pushed a part of him into me and I let out a sharp cry, his eyes widen "f**k don't tell me you are vir-".

"yes I ..I am..". I cried in pain."just go in" I said and held tightly to him as my nails dug into the back of his neck.

He placed his hands on my hips and plunged into me all of a sudden. I screamed and tried to get up, but he held on to my laps.He cupped my face with his palms and kissed me, with this he pulled out half way and pushed back again. He never stopped kissing ,he probably didn't want people to hear my cries.

He kept his slow pace as pushed in and out of me, although I felt a bit of pleasure, because I could feel myself moisten.,it was mostly pains.

Noah suddenly groaned and I felt him grow bigger in me. I let out a moan and his groan and pace increased. His breath became rough all of a sudden and then slowed down again.

He smiled and gently pulled himself out of me. I turned and backed him which made him lean closer to me, I felt his breath fan my neck as he whispered to me. "I'll never hurt you, I promise".

I turned and faced him"i hope you won't".

*👏🙋🏻‍♂Sorry guys...am really sorry for late update k...I've been busy*

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*I HATE TO LOVE HIM*

*FINAL EPISODE*

lola's POV

3years later.......

I looked to the left, there I saw a huge crowd sitting on

the chairs. It was difficult to spot my parents,at first, but after

I looked around I saw them.

They were on the 7th row. To my right were the school faculty. They looked all happy, so were most parents.

Of course, I sat in front of Noah, he woke up late, so I couldn't wait for him. He looked so good that I couldn't even focus on what was been said on the podium. I smiled at the idea of me finally becoming a quantity surveyor. All those years of writing assignments and exams was finally over. I was finally a graduate.

After about an hour, the event came to an end. As people rushed outside to the field.

Most people in laughed and jumped around , while some took pictures with their friends and family. I stood at the entrance of the hall and saw Noah . I managed to pull him and push him through the crowd so that we could take pictures.

"lola" I heard the familiar voice called, it was my mom. I rushed towards her and gave her a hug, she almost stumbled. she laughed and i cried on her shoulder.

I felt tears burn through my eyes as it threatened to stream down my face.

I controlled my emotions.

It was basically tears of joy though, but then again, I wished my best friend was here with me. I wish she was alive to witness this day. To be part of people who laughed around and hugged their families.

" Good afternoon sir" I heard Noah greet my dad, I pulled from my mum and saw Noah postrating for my dad. I giggled and pulled my mom.

"mum, you remember Noah" I asked her face changed immediately, as she frowned her face. I guess she remembered him, back when I was through with secondary school, I told my mum all the bad things Noah did to me. How He bullied me and turned everyone against me.

"he's my boyfriend" I whispered into her ear. Her face softened.

You see the thing was, I told mum about a guy who I fell in love with, but I always skipped the part where he was the same guy that bullied me in the past.

She pulled him into a hug, while i called a photographer and we all took pictures together.

lola's POV

Well it's been four years after I graduated, things had been great. I got a great job, so did Noah.

He had called me like an hour ago to be sure if I was home. I had prepared some fried rice for him and kept watching a movie while I waited for him.

I heard the sound of my doorbell and I rushed to get the door. I hugged Noah as soon he entered and I kissed him. He smiled at me when we broke the kiss.

I pulled him towards the dinning table and served him his meal.

Five minutes later he was done with eating, he joined on the three-seater chair.

I caught him starring at me and I winked, he grinned and scratched the back of his neck.

what's up with him, I thought

I returned my attention to the movie, but I could still feel his eyes burn through the side of my face.

“What's wrong Noah" i said, curiously.

"Lola, I wanted everything to be perfect for.... for ..you ". He stuttered and I narrowed my eyes.

I stared at him,I was quiet and confused at the same time. Noah kept fumbling with his pocket, he just kept fidgettjng. I finally broke the silence "is everything okay?". I asked.

Noah didn't reply, instead he pulled a ring out from his pocket.

"lola,” Noah began, “I still remember when we were younger and I saw you for the first time in class,you sat alone that day, I could still remember you had this perfect tiny corn rows on your head, I was barely 12, but I had always vowed I would talk to you that day, but I was too scared, you looked more matured than most of us...then when we finally spoke it was you standing up for Rose. I was so childish then you know... I had always wished things could just start over and I could tell you how I felt. I was a coward. Then I was given a second chance when we met again in the university, I guess we were probably meant to be together".

" it doesn't really matter Noah... I forgave you a long time ago". I cleaned the tears off my face.

" it matters Lola, because ever since the day I saw you. I had always imagined you being my girl forever.

I cried and shook my head.

" Lola you complete me… you are more like my other half, my partner in crime. you are that girl who forgave me even when I didn't deserve to be forgiven"

Noah stood up and got on one knee

began to cry and covered my mouth with one hand and allowed the tears to

fall down my cheeks. He reached for his pocket and brought out his handkerchief, I took it from him and dried my tears.

“lola ademola will you marry me?"

“Yes...yes..yes” I screamed . He slipped the ring on my finger and I pulled him into a hug.

You know to some people it wouldn't really make any sense,

me falling In love with someone I would term as a villain,a bully. but well people do change.

He was a villain who became my hero,

This is my story, or let's say our story.

The story of how I fell in love with my secondary school bully.

*THE END.*