Empire High School Episode 23

Empire High School Episode 23 by Ademide

Katherine’s POV
Jeffrey was already waiting outside his home. Charles previous home wasn’t far from Jeffrey’s. A huge smile formed on his face as he waved at me. And I was super excited to see him!
“Good Morning Jeffrey!” I said
Jeffrey pulled me in for an embrace.
“Good Morning” He said
“Hey..Let’s go in Mister” I punched his back gently. Jeffrey stepped backward.
“You look..good” he complimented.
I felt heat rising on my cheekbones. I was dressed in a simple slacks and pink top.
“Let’s go in, My stepmom is waiting”
“How is she feeling now?”
“Better” he replied
Jeffrey unlocked the gate and we stepped in. I couldn’t help but glance around, I took in the beauty of Jeffrey’s home. It was an enormous building.
“Nice home” I said when we walked into the luxurious sitting room.
“Take your seat” he said.
I settled down on a soft couch. Jeffrey’s home was beautiful! EHS students didn’t do a proper background cheek on Jeffrey before concluding that he was attending school on welfare.
A soft voice snapped me out of thought. I looked up. She was young and beautiful. Jeffrey did a quick introduction.
“Kate meet my stepmom”
“Good Morning Ma” I greeted
“Its nice to meet you Katherine” She said
“Same here Ma”
“Please Sit down” She said
Jeffrey settled down beside me while his stepmom exited the room but soon came back with a tray filled with two glasses of orange juice.
“So..I’ll leave you alone to do your assignment” she said before leaving again
“She has an appointment with the doctor” Jeff said
“Aren’t you supposed to go with her?”
He nodded
“I couldn’t say no to you” he winked
“Our driver will go with her” he added
“O..Okay” I flashed him a half smile
That means I’ll be alone with Jeffrey! Kate maintain your train of thoughts! I said to myself blocking every improper image that was forming in my mind’s eye.
“Let’s get to work” I said bringing out my books from my backpack. Jeffrey’s notes was already on the table.
“Should we write the notes first or work the mathematics questions?” I asked
“Notes first because I don’t know much about mathematics. I can’t even solve these questions!” He tapped on my note.
Well, that’s why I’m here to help!
“We’ll try our best” I replied
I looked up when I heard footsteps approaching. Mrs Adams was there -looking gorgeous, all dressed up to leave.
“I’m leaving Jeffrey” she said
“Okay..”
“Please Katherine feel comfortable” she said
“Thank you Ma” I replied with a nod. Jeffrey followed her.
I dropped a fluffy pillow on the floor and sat close to the table. Jeffrey came back.
“Ahmm..Do you want some chocolate?” He asked
“I have some in my bag too” I reached for my bag on the couch and brought out a small box of chocolate and 4 Pinpop Sweets.
Jeffrey face lightened and he sat down quickly.

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Jeffrey’s POV
“Life of a chocoholic” I said to kate.
She was really in my home! And we’re alone! My stepmom has an appointment with the doctor. Minutes clicked by and we were done with writing my notes. I stared at Katherine as she explained an algebraic expression to me.
“Do you understand?” She asked
“Huh?” I stunned out of thought
“Y.. You are not listening..” She hit my head with a pencil.
“Au..Aush!” I rubbed my forehead
She flashed me a concerned look
“Sorry..” She apologized in a low tone
I studied Katherine’s expression.
How can I listen when she’s the one teaching me!
It was hard to concentrate!
“Don’t worry we’re almost down with the questions” she said
I nodded
“Jeffrey..can you stop staring..at me like that..It makes me…nervous” Kate said after a minute.
I stunned out of reverie again!
Oh! She caught me!
“Oh..Sorry..Kate” I apologized
“I can’t seem to take my eyes off you” I said loudly
Then I realized I didn’t mean to say it out! I was supposed to say that to myself!
I took a quick glance at Katherine. She was all red. I could see the flush on her cheeks.
“Ahmm..I..think..I’ll be right back” I rushed out of the sitting room.
That was so awkward!
I let out a shaky breath when I got to the entrance of my bedroom.
What’s wrong with you Jeffrey?! Try to be a Man!
My heartbeat Faster.
I was so lost of Words! Oh God! I can’t do this! I can’t confess to Kate!
“All you have to do is build up your self confidence” My stepmom voice whispered at the back of my mind.
Yeah! She had given me a Confession Lecture in the Kitchen Yesternight.
“Make use of the tactics i told you. I’m sure Katherine won’t hide her feelings” My stepmom said to me before I stepped out to bring Katherine in.
I reached for the sheet of paper in my pocket. I had searched the Internet to learn more before going bed.
What do you say to a girl you love?
And Heartfelt Approach!
I’d written some points down too.
I’ve taken out time to get to know her as a close friend before deciding to progress to something more. Kate and I are close now and we’ve spent some time together over the past weeks.
“Consider giving her a small, inexpensive gift, tell her seriously how you feel and accept her answer calmly” I recalled my stepmom words to me.
I haven’t considered he type of gift to give to Katherine.
“I can do this!” I tried to build up my courage..
Slowly I walked back to the sitting room. Kate already packed my books on the table. And I couldn’t find her books.
Kate was leaving!
“Are you leaving?” I asked
“Yes..My mom just called now” she said
“She’s back home?”
“No but she will be home soon..Probably in the evening”
“O..okay” I scratched the back of my head
“Yeah..See you on monday” she said
Kate stood up to leave
Do something Boy! She’s leaving!
“Kate..” I called at her
She faced me
“Jeffrey..I’ve always wanted to ask you something” she said
“Sure..G..ahead” I stuttered
“Did you mean it when you referred to me as..Your Girl..”
I exchanged glances with her as I scratched the bridge of my nose.
“I’ve been wondering if you..only said it to make Joseph stay away from me” she added
“I meant everything I said that day” I admitted
“Well..but..you know am not your girl”
She fiddled with her fingers without looking at me.
This is my chance!
“Do you want to be my girl?” I said boldly but calmly
Kate gave me a surprised look. She tried to speak up but it seems her voice failed her.
“There’s always a point in life when you have a burning desire to be with someone. Someone you find very attractive and someone you find very interesting. Its falling in love. And loving someone can be exciting and terrifying..” I said
“And its frustrating when the one you love doesn’t even notice you..Or feel the same” Kate said in a low tone.
Kate thinks I don’t love her?!
I stepped forward to cover the gap between us.
“There’s a feeling in my heart, I just can’t deny it. My heartbeats reminds me of it trills and how I’m drawn to be with you. I just can’t deny this..”
I stopped
Kate was silent
“So..can I love you?” I asked
We were incredibly close. A shiver ran down my spine as I waited for her response.
Suddenly Kate made a move on me. She leaned up and her lips crashed on mine. It was obvious I was expecting a kiss from Kate, so it took me a second to adjust and I pulled her to myself. I places my hands on her waist as she wrapped her arms around my neck to deepen the kiss.
Seconds clicked by, and I never wanted it to end but really I have to break the kiss. I drew back and kissed the lower part of her lips.
“Kate all I need is just a chance to prove the great stuffs I’m made of..You won’t regret it” I rested my forehead on hers.
“My heart loves you already Jeffrey” she said with a huge smile on her lips. I almost bursted of happimess at her words.
“I can’t deny that I Love You Jeffrey” she bit her lower lips.
“I Love You Too” I kissed her lips quickly again.
“So..Can we..date?” I said amidst the quick kiss.
Kate nodded with a bright smile.
Yes!
Then I hugged her!
“Thank you!”
For not saying No to Me!
I realized that confessing to Kate wasn’t as hard as I thought!
I took the bold step!
She said Yes!
Kate Loves Me too!
And now she was Mine!

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Did I hear you say they aren’t meant to be together? ?
Who Gave you such Idea?! ?
Better go and eat Beans ?
Hulala! ?
Team Jeffrey Won the Love Chase! ?
I didn’t involve Jeffrey at the beginning of the story because I wanted to confuse you guys.
I wanted the least character to later be Hero! ?
You probably thought Emeka or Joseph was gonna win (you didn’t predict it well) but some of you stood by Jeffrey (True Fans) They are kinda used to my System of writing.
But I might change that anytime soon ?

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