MY DESKMATE

"I said seat 23 besides Leo, Lyla can't you hear me!??''

" Sorry, Mrs. Graves."

'' It's ok dear, now seat down"

I could see angry stares following me as I walked towards Leo.

" HI, I'm Lyla" I said as I sat down

"HI Lyla, I'm Leo."

He introduced himself like I didn't know him. Like what the hell, I know your name don't be so cute and adorable.

Before I could talk more Mrs. Graves started teaching English. My favorite subject.

" Lyla do you know the format for diary writing?" Mrs. Graves asked me at the near end of the session.

I knew the answer perfectly, but before I could answer the bell rung and it was time for the P.T. session.

"OK Lyla, I know that you knew the answer honey, we will continue in the next class. BYE "