MAYA'S POV

Maya sat beneath the ancient oak tree, the rustling leaves above mirroring the tumultuous thoughts swirling within her. Back in the village, she had known Akoma for years, and as time passed, she realized just how deeply she felt for him. But by then, she had already started a relationship with Segun, and it made exploring her emotions for Akoma an intricate web to untangle.

Her heart felt torn between her feelings for Akoma and the commitment she had made to Segun. It disturbed her so much that it began to affect her relationship with Segun, and he noticed. They had fought over it repeatedly, yet the issue remained unsettled, leading to their eventual breakup.

Segun deeply cared for Maya, but Maya’s heart was with Akoma. The decision to end their relationship was not an easy one, but she couldn’t deny her true feelings any longer.

With newfound resolve, Maya made a life-changing decision—to pursue Akoma. She couldn’t bear the thought of missing the chance to explore the depths of their connection. So, with courage in her heart, she applied to the same university where Akoma was studying, hoping that fate would bring them together once more.

Meanwhile, in the bustling city where Akoma pursued his higher studies, he found himself grappling with a mystery that consumed his thoughts. Since his arrival, he had received mysterious gifts and assistance from an unknown person. Each time, a note accompanied the packages, stating that it wasn’t the right time to meet.

The enigmatic gestures puzzled him, and he couldn’t help but wonder who this mysterious benefactor was and why they remained hidden. Akoma asked himself every single time, “Who is this person, and why are they helping me?”

The gifts and notes became a constant source of intrigue and confusion, and he couldn’t shake the feeling that something significant was about to unfold. However, the mystery remained unsolved, leaving Akoma in a state of anticipation and wonder.

As time passed, both Maya and Akoma found themselves drawn closer to their shared destiny. Maya’s relentless pursuit of her heart’s desires and Akoma’s pursuit of knowledge and personal growth set them on paths that were bound to intersect.

Yet, as fate would have it, their meeting was destined to be delayed. The mysterious benefactor’s guidance, the unresolved feelings, and the complexities of their individual journeys conspired to keep them apart.

And as Akoma made to leave his hostel one day, to work on a project that had captured his passion, he got the surprise of his life; standing right in front of him was Maya. Her presence, unexpected and breathtaking, left him momentarily speechless.

Maya’s heart raced with a mix of excitement and trepidation. It was finally the moment she had been waiting for, but her mind was flooded with questions. How would Akoma react to her presence? Would he feel the same way she did?

To be continued…