Michelle

 She was a student at St. Matthew high school. Michelle was waiting for her dad who is the general manager at a company that produces ICT gadgets . Obviously, he had to wait for everything to be well organized before leaving. Michelle's father had wished for her to study Computer Engineering.  Being a very smart girl,she  opposed the idea saying she would do better in the field of education. The lass was an aspiring professor. Her mother didn't really mind her choice of profession but her dad did. 

 Finally, he's here. She heaved a sigh of relief. It was the start of a new term. And she was in her 5th year in high school. Michelle's dad had promised to get her a cell phone if she won the award of "Best mathematics student"in her class during the previous prize giving day. She accomplished that great feat but not without much struggling. Her father was yet to fulfill his promise. Good evening, sir. She greeted her father, who responded with only a nod. You're late. Michelle said. My apologies, tomorrow I will be so early. Mr. Daniel said. That was her dad's name. As soon as they got into the car, her dad turned round to give her a present. It her her dream cell phone. Samsung Galaxy. Thank you so much. Michelle gave her dad a hug. You're welcome, you made me proud. Her father said. That day was the happiest moment of her life but her happiness was short lived. Michelle's rival was at it again .  Her name was Sarah. She detests Michelle a lot.

 She looked at her wrist. It was already half past five. She would go to school the next day to show off with her new cell phone. She would fancy around with it and take at least 50 selfies before the day ends. She would make sure Sarah sees the phone. Sarah was the second best student in Michelle's class. It was also in that term that they would be selected as the new school functionaries because, their predecessors are in for a serious business of Final exams. Michelle's father who had made most of the important decisions in her life advised her to apply for the post of a " Deputy Senior Prefect" . Michelle wasn't really ready for all that responsibility so she declined applying for any post at all. Sarah said this as a great opportunity and she grabbed it with full hands. 

She was among the first students to rapidly submit their request letters. Sarah had applied for the post of the Deputy Senior Prefect. During the interview, the teachers felt like they were not really seeing what they ought to see . And so that was was how Michelle was made Deputy Senior Prefect. Henry was made Senior Prefect. He was the smartest male student in Michelle's class and was very cautious of his personal hygiene. Summarily, he was very neat. 

It was first term and also a term that the Christmas party was to be celebrated. The new school functionaries were given the task of making the program a huge success. Sarah ended up with the post of a Sanitary Prefect. Sarah had for long thought of what to do to expose Michelle 's flaw. One would wonder why Michelle would have any flaw. But after, all we're humans every one has their little secret. On the day of the Christmas party, the new school functionaries were to be officially introduced to the school. The Head boy and Head girl were automatically crowned Prom king and queen. So, Henry and Michelle looked forward to that day with so much eagerness.

On that day, Henry was  clothed on a suit which was navy blue in colour. He had his hair well trimmed and his shoes were glittering. Michelle on the other hand wasn't dressed yet. She stepped into the girls'closet, went straight into her locker but couldn't find her dress. She was confused like never before. Where did you keep it? That was Henry. It was just here, I'm sure it was here. She pointed at her locker. But the dress had vanished into thin air, just like that. Please, be calm . Let's look for this dress, the school is waiting. Henry said soothing her troubled nerves. They searched for the dress but nobody knew that Sarah was at it again. She was the one responsible for the missing dress. 

Finally, Michelle found the dress. Where did you find it ? Henry asked. Unbelievable, I found the dress in the boys' closet. Just, can you believe that? She was red with anger. It's okay, get dressed. I'll excuse you. Henry left her . Michelle hurriedly put on the dress. Now it was her heels this time around. My goodness , no,not again,this cannot be happening to me. She found herself crying. These were hot tears. Henry after waiting for a long time decided to go and check up on her. Immediately she thought she heard someone knocking and wiped her tears with the back of her palm. What's the issue now ? Henry asked. He was becoming impatient. Prom queen? He said. I can't find my heels. Wait, maybe it's in the boys'closet. She beamed a smile. If you say so, let's go check. Henry escorted her. He had been her... You might say "guardian angel" all through the day.

Lo and behold! The shoe wasn't there. Michelle began to shed tears again. The worst part of it was that all her friends were no where to be found. What do I do ? This day can't be ruined because of me. She asked herself questions upon questions. Wait a minute, I'll be right back . Henry rushed out. He came back some  minutes later with a pair of heels. This isn't mine. She said. Yes, I know. It might sound funny but I met with my sister. She's in her final year, you know. I told her about this and she offered to give out her own heels. Henry explained. Michelle saw herself hugging Henry tightly. Wait, what's she wearing now ? Michelle asked after she had gained relief. Henry chuckled and told her that she was inside bare - footed. Henry, you're a darling. Said Michelle. Sure, I am . Now get dressed quickly, there's no time. Henry said with a smile.

She quickly got dressed. Styled her hair and looked lavishing. I know who is responsible for this and I must get back at her. Michelle said to herself while in the girls'closet. She knew it was no other person but Sarah. I must get my pound of flesh. 

To be continued...