Whispers

Balcony

School was over, Antra was done packing her books,She walked out of the class quitely, she had no friends so she walked alone.

Weirdo Weirdo!! She heard some group of boys scream behind her, she didn't turn to look, cause she was used to them calling her a weirdo, she stood outside patiently waiting for her mom.

Then she saw her mom's car approaching, which came to a halt when it reached where she was standing. Hey mom, hey baby how was school today??? was normal as always....... she said fastening her sit belt.

They drove home silently, immediately they got home,Antra got off the car and went straight to her room. Camilla Antra's mom was already sick of her weird behaviour and each time she approach Antra about it, Antra's reaction hits so bad, but right now she's planning on using a positive reinforcement but she's yet to figure it

Hey honey, can I come in?? Camilla asked continuously buh got no answer,Antra can u open this door?? We need to talk, she still got no reply, then she pushed the door a little bit.

Antra??

She called entering the room. Antra didn't turn but continued her painting, Camilla was quite, she dared not to stop her from painting, because it wasn't going to help.

she sat on Antra's bed for 5 minutes before Antra kept the painting brush.

Hey mom, she called coldly, how long have you been here?? For like 5 minutes Antra but it doesn't matter, alright then.. how may I help you??

Antra I made your favourite food........

not letting her finish what she was saying Antra huffed and rolled her balls, mum am not hungry, but Antra you didn't eat before leaving this morning, tell me how are you not hungry, mum??

please Antra don't start now, her mum interrupted her.....ok mum but you have to bring it to my room.

Ok then, Camilla agreed reluctantly.

A few minutes later she brought the food and sat there to make sure she finished it.

Thanks mother she greeted once she was done eating, you're welcome Antra.

Seems like you're really in a good mood today, Camilla said keeping the plates on the table, yeah mom I am will you like to know why???

No huni,

as long as you're happy, am okay, knowing why isn't necessary, Camilla smiled or maybe faked a smile, ok then, Antra returned the smile.

You're done with me right??

why do you ask Antra.. because I want to do my homework, she stood up from the bed going to unpack her bag,

can't I help??? No mum I can do it alone, the reply came sharp.

Okay then but before I leave, I want to tell you we have a new neighbour,

Okay???

so what about him??I invited him for dinner, you need to see him, he's so handsome,blonde hair and cute eyes, so I thought that maybe the both of you could talk and have some time together, what do u think?? Camilla asked smiling heartly.

Mmmmmh?? that's so thoughtful of you mom but am not interested,

what is your problem Antra?? You're 18 now you're not a kid anymore you need to have a boyfriend,Camilla yelled.

Mom I have one already....,...

Antra???? Are you sick in your brain?? Can I possibly break you out from this shackles??

Antra everyone knows, you are my only daughter and I bet you, you can't continue like this, she yelled. Mum?? please leave my room now and please and so please am not interested in your dinner date. Camilla left the room banging the door behind.

Swish, she's so mean, Antra lamented.

She was almost done with her assignment.

Night was approaching gradually,she could hear the rumbling of the sky and splashes from the little lake behind their building, it'll be a very long night,Antra said as she slumped on the bed.

I haven't heard from Delvin, she kept a sad face, maybe I should try sleeping, but am not feeling sleepy, I don't know why she murmured, she checked her time it was 13 minutes past 8, oh maybe he's still angry about the last time.

She took her painting brush and continued paining Delvin, she painted for two hours till she fell asleep.

Delvin!!!! She screamed and hugged him so tight... Delvin didn't say a word , he just rested on the wall. Antra felt so unhappy that Delvin didn't react to her hug,but she didn't keep mute.

What have I done this time??Not answering her, he gave her a soft push and walked to the paintings.

You didn't complete it again??

Today??

So sorry Delvin I've been busy with school works , you know exams are fast approaching,

Is that an excuse??? Delvin asked gently displaying his sharp looking features. He came closer, held her neck gently but she was not scared, she only enjoyed the moment, like she knew what was in his mind, he gave her a soft kiss and then sat her on the bed. They stayed and played all night. They had a great time.

They walked towards the balcony, then Antra told him her encounter with her mom about the new neighbour.

You know Antra they'll try as much as possible to separate us, but trust me it won't happen, our love has gone beyond separable. They help each others hand as they watched the water from the little lake splash.

Antra??Delvin called

Yes,Delvin

promise me you won't listen to them promise me you won't leave me for any mortal being

I...............

Antra the voice echoed as she was about to make her promise.

Oh my God, Philip come upstairs now, Camilla yelled, still trying to drag Antra out from the rail,why is she sleeping at the balcony??? Philip asked immediately he got there the question turned to be rhetorical.

I met her sleeping close to the rail, she almost fell into the lake, I guess am really tired of all this drama.

Antra!!Antra!!

Wake up now and get back to your room,

she stroke her gently severally till she woke up.

She was feeling heavy, she continued to open her eyes slowly till she opened it completely. Mum?? what are you doing in my room ?? Can't you see it's 7:30 and you are late for school. She looked up and saw the happy bright sky then shifted her gave to her dad who hasn't said anything....

Good morning dad,

Go on dress up Antra

Huni, let's go downstairs we need to talk.

He left with Camilla.