Love Interval

Time waits for no man! Everything moved steadily. Year one in college was showing it's back. Everyone sank their heads in studies. People were revising in groups. Lovet and Cavo were competitors in academics. Either of them wanted to shine to the other. However, Cavo was slightly a head of Lovet in previous exams. Lovet never liked it. Exams ahead was Mid course. All teacher-students were expected to pass that exams or else one was not allowed to join the next academic year. Everyone concentrated in individual work after group discussions. Obong'o who was ever serious in academics carried all the files he could reach. He was known as a researcher. He slept late and woke early. They chose one of the old offices as their study room. This group was comprised of six strong and academic oriented members; Bether who was always in spectacle, sat near Freddy. Emmah sat closely to Obong'o and Jesinter sat near Cavo. Jesinter was a big bodied lady, dark in colour and ever serious in her academics. She was a performer. Mostly, Jesinter was a silent lady. After joining college, she impressed one of the second years. A tall giant man, who was a scout commander by the name Romney. Romney matched her in everything; height,body and academic measurement. Romney was believed to be the most innocent man when it came to relationships.

Results were out. Those who made it to second year were unable to hide their happiness. Lovet and Cavo passed equally. Second years did their PTE and passed marvelously. When colleges resumed, first years were waited eagerly. All eyes were fixed on the new comers, especially men who never got their soulmates in the previous year. Handsome men and beautiful ladies were seen in the college administration block. Abuga who was famous in the compound couldn't settle. He kept on peeping through the class window and waving to the new ladies suggestively. Abuga on his arrival to the college for the first time shocked everyone. He greeted everyone in the compound. He walked bravely to all sections including inside the kitchen and passing his greetings to everyone. One of his funny moment people would never forget,was when he queued where only sponsored students were needed. He queued for more than five hours in a line. When he reached the white Lady Arja, People couldn't control their laughters when he said he only queued to say "how are you" to the White Lady.

After some weeks upon arrival of new students. Many were seen confused in their relationships. Others were breaking up to get new sweethearts. Cavo wanted a new beginning. He wanted to avoid fights with Lovet. He wanted to make a choice from the new students. He accepted the defeat. He loved Lovet so much but it was an impossible mission. He was tired to keep shedding his tears because of love. He decided to make a move. It was his birthday. He invited some of his loyal friends. He wanted to talk about marriage, but he was not going to make it with Lovet. Again, it was not a piece of cake walking away from Lovet. Dining hall was the venue of the party. The party was organized after super. Everyone sat calmly.

" I thank everyone who has taken his or her valuable time to join me in celebrating my new age. You have actually approved to all people that you have cared and loved me. Tonight, I stand before you to show you the most wonderful choiceI have made. My friends, as you know every man needs a future. God was clear in the Bible when he directed man to go thee to the world and multiply. A future cannot be build by one person. I therefore was right in my mind when I made a decision to be engaged. Let me now introduce the most important person in my life..." he stopped. People yelled and noises were heard allover the compound. People looked at each other suspiciously. They believed it was Lovet's big day! The room went grave silent after noticing that Lovet was not among the members present. To people, it was a kind of joke. They only knew about Cavo and Lover to be the best couples of the year. Everyone admired them. Unfortunately, they never realised how much pain the two have been going through. ...." I know this is going to be a surprise to you all,but I want to open your eyes.I want show you the the Lady who has accepted me the way I am. May her excellency madam to come and introduce herself.. "

Among the gathering stood a lady. Medium size with a shining hairstyle. She walked like a peahen swaying her back like American Lady. The lights from the bulbs penetrated through her light skinned body. Her shadow was clearly painted on the orange walls of the hall. She walked with a lot of courage waving at the mouth opened crowd with a wide smile on her face. Her lips were red painted. Eye pencil matched her beauty. She looked like an angel. She appeared like a queen of love, exposed and mature. Bangles in her wrists matched her golden necklace. Her earings matched her nail paint. She wore a sleeve less long dress with high heels opener shoe making her to appear taller than she really was. Murmuring filled the hall and it died shortly after that Lady reached in front of Everyone. She stood still viewing everyone. She showed no fear in her face. She cleared her voice

" I am humbled to be in front of you today. I am Lindre Jewel. Here I am today to celebrate with you my man's birthday. Cavo is not just a man, he is more than what you see. For the fewest day I met him, I am fully convinced that I have gotten the love of my life. Cavo, as you start this journey, I promise you my support and love. I will walk by your side. We shall be umbrella to each other when it rains. I trust you and I will never stop loving you.." She walked towards Cavo and gave him a warm hug. claps claps claps! noise noise noise were all that could be heard from dining hall. People cheered in confusion. All students from the study rooms ran towards the hall. They were amazed to witness what was going on. Information spread all over the compound. Lovet disappeared to hostel in tears. Jewel and Cavo fed each other cake and juice as others joined in celebration.

People gossipped in groups. Was it right for Cavo to do such a thing? He wanted to move on. Lovet closed herself in her room. She jumped on her bed and started sobbing bitterly. What was she crying? was she in love with Cavo? No, it was not possible. She hated herself. She couldn't imagine life without Cavo besides her. It was terrible. She cried. Lynn talked to her. She never wanted anyone close. She wanted to be alone. Deep inside her, she believed Cavo loved her and he was not going to stay away from her. She had the best friendship with Cavo. It looked more than a friendship. What was it then? It wasn't a friendship or a loveship people couldn't understand them. Others supported Cavo. They wanted Cavo to move on. Emelder was happy for Cavo. The two joined the college the same day. They sat on one bench. They talked a lot. Emelder was known to be funny. Anywhere they passed with Lydia Yogoh, they leave everyone laughing. She congratulated him for the move. How was life going to be? Everyone needed space on Frustration block. Stella found herself there after seeing Oduor with a new catch. Rebbecca was crying uncontrollably after Bantorn abandoned her. 'widows' numbers increased. Everyone waited to see the next step between Lovet and Cavo after the 'Queen' took over. Love is cruel.

To be continued...