Sometimes we don't really understand what makes us whole until we realize what life's really worth. This is what Akanni realized after making a mistake. Do we have to make a mistake before we learn to correct it?

Everything seems to be going according to plan.

Athira felt vulnerable in the darkness, but she kept her cool. She wouldn't want to freak out over a turned-off light. Just then, a flash of lights glowed from another direction, conveying a message to her...

**I AM TRULY SORRY**

Followed by "Cassper Nyovest - Destiny Ft. Goapele"; Akanni had looked up her profile on Facebook for her likes and interests. Athira was swept off her feet; she felt loved and appreciated. She couldn't have herself thinking about his wrong anymore because his way of apologizing is truly unique and satisfying. She walked up to him...

"Good evening; I am truly impressed, but all these for an apology to someone you don't even know," Athira commented.

"Welcome; you deserve better than all these. I am really sorry," Akanni answered.

"Oh! I already forgive you; I won't be here if I haven't. Thanks for all these," Athira replied while staring at him, 'He is really handsome' she thought to herself.

"I hope you like the song; I didn't want to choose the wrong song," Akanni asked.

"You really have good taste in music; it is one of my best songs."

"Wow! Now am satisfied. How was work today?" Akanni asked, but he kept on thinking about the letter; he wanted to ask as fast as he could, also he didn't want to rush her.

Time went by; they had talked about a lot of things, and to their surprise, they had so many things in common. Right at that moment, Akanni felt it's right to ask about the letter. But just before he asked; Da'sean and Demi stepped in, Demi loving up to Da'sean. Da'sean sighted Athira; he could not control himself but charged towards them with Demi right behind him...

"Hmmm, I love this," Da'sean said, directing to no one in particular.

"Da'sean! How did you know that am here? Were you following me again?" Athira asked, looking a little pissed.

"No, he came here with me. And why would he be stalking you when he has me?" Demi jumped in.

Akanni was a little lost; he wanted to jump into their conversation, but he needed a direct invite. He just kept looking at them and thinking about his letter. Athira took a minute out to use the convenience while Da'sean and Demi occupied the empty seats at their table. Akanni looked at Da'sean; he was at least expecting a greeting or something closer, but he was just acting like Akanni isn't there. Athira got back; she saw that Akanni wasn't feeling too comfortable around them, she decided to find a common interest because Da'sean wouldn't let them be even if she shouted on top of her voice. She remembered one of her experiences that almost got a guy beaten up.

"Akanni; this is Da'sean and Demi, my friends," Athira said.

"Oh! I actually thought you wanted to kidnap me after all these, I have been planning my escape plan," Akanni replied. It got everyone laughing, including Da'sean.

"No, I was thinking we should eat dessert first. So you would have enough for the trip," Da'sean stated.

"Smiles; don't mind him, he is joking," Demi said while gulping ice-cream.

"So this is your meeting?" Da'sean asked, directing to Athira.

"It is or does it look like a party?"

"No, but maybe we can turn it into one. Just saying," Akanni chipped in. Demi quickly supported him.

"I think I like him better; he has a great sense of humour," Da'sean commented.

"Who wouldn't?" Athira replied.

The rest of the evening was both hilarious and interesting for everyone; what Athira thought would be disastrous actually turned out to be really fun. About 5 minutes past ten, Athira got a call from her father asking about where she was. It's unlike her to stay out later than eight o'clock. That's when she realized that time had really gone by; she informed them of her departure. Akanni offered to see her off; Da'sean wanted to interfere, but he kept his cool. He had Demi all over him, and he kind of liked Akanni.

"So I guess the night will end like this. I hope you enjoy yourself," Akanni asked. He was still looking for a way to propose his request for the letter.

"Yes, I did, and it's all thanks to you. I haven't seen someone who really goes well with Da'sean, but you did. You are weird, you know."

"I guess I can really be weird then, can I ask you something?" Akanni requested.

"Sure, you can."

"There has been this letter that I have been looking for. I sighted it inside your car that day at the garage. It has two inscriptions; *Your case is different* and *Akanni* by the left corner". I hope it's with you because it really means a great deal to me," Akanni asked.

"Oh! That letter was for you? I was actually at the garage to find its rightful owner. It's okay though, I have it at home. Let's meet tomorrow, and I will bring it for you," Athira replied.

"Thank you so much; I hope you have a peaceful sleep ahead."

"Why don't I drop you off?" Athira offered.

"No, it's okay. My place isn't that far, and we are headed in different directions," Akanni replied.

Akanni gave her a hug, she entered her car, and drove off.

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Athira got home around 10:30 pm; she met her father waiting for her by the door. She had expected him to be asleep or inside his room already. He hugged her, and they went inside the house.

"Welcome my daughter, you are never late. What happened to you?" Mr Duke asked.

"I was on a date, and we lost track of time."

"Wow! You are always against going on a date; this guy must be special," Mr Duke replied jokingly.

"Maybe yes, maybe no; only God knows," Athira replied playfully.

They were about to check into their various rooms when a loud noise drew them back. "It might be the next building," Athira's father assured her. But it wasn't because they were about to be robbed; they came in forcefully, hijacked Mr. Duke by the neck, and made Athira lay on the ground. It was much of an argument because they weren't actually there to steal but to kill. They had mistaken Mr Duke for another. Fortunately, the neighborhood was already on high alert. This made the law enforcement agents standby within the vicinity; before the intruders could gain their stand in Athira's home, the police sirens were closing in on them. The intruders made to leave, but one decided to take the closest shot facing Athira. Mr Duke rushed towards his daughter; he couldn't afford a shot on her while the gateman also rushed towards the intruder, but in a second, the shot was made.

To be continued...

Who got the shot?

Or Did everyone escape?

*If you don't learn from the past mistakes of others, you will end up experiencing the worst pain than theirs. - Omotayo Victor*

*If you don't learn by instructions, you will end up learning by afflictions - Apostle J.S Oluyemi(jp)*