15 Chapter 14
*He who loves you loves you with your dirt*
Uganda
AS WEEKS passed by Liam and Iris had become fast friends they spent almost all their free time together,mostly at the orchard garden ,Iris realised they were different in many ways ,he told her of his adventures abroad,his dreams to become one of the most successful business man despite the fact fate had offered him the privilege of being born with a platinum spoon this had amazed Iris he was unlike the other rich kids who rambled about inheriting their family business or money.
Iris saw someone with a dream,determined to make it on his own.
Liam admitted he always looked forward to hanging out with Iris and her two crazy friends,he especially enjoyed the frivolous banter between Philip and Ivie ,that wasn't something to miss,leaving those two in a room together was like steaming an already hot iron, Philip and Ivie were always at each other throat ,making the most of it was him watching her pretty smile, the playful nudge on his rib when he teased her or was it her glistening eyes which bespoke innocence.
Liam could had swore he had never seen anyone so full of life ,he had this crazy illusion of taking her far away where he could keep her all to himself to get her undivided attention but 'talk is cheap' he signs if only wishes were horses beggars would ride but he wasn't a beggar . What an Irony he thought.
Iris was aware of how deep she was delving with this Adonis man ,most times she hears her heart sings elatedly 'I love him...I love this man'
He was intelligent, every woman's dream,the worldly polished image he portrayed to the world made him seem older which always piqued her curiosity about him, she thought she would never be able to get enough of him .
'Who the hell was William Obazee?
This past weeks Iris had noted how he listened very attentively to her and gives his opinion only when required ,though he was often outspoken when with her blabbering friends,he didn't hesitate to correct her or object most times to her reactions towards people 'talk of who is rude between the both of them'
Iris wasn't blind to the fact he was the centre of attention in school,she had witnessed how girls shamelessly flaunt themselves around him ,he wasn't wears this expression of he couldn't careless ,it was obvious he had eyes only on her,Iris felt her heart constricts just as Ivie had told her weeks ago she was one lucky bitch but would it require fighting all the other bitches that gloat all around him.
"Seriously pretty you have to stop verbally assaulting people " Liam scolded snapping Iris out of her reverie
Liam had met Iris in the middle of a heated Quarrel with a group of girls ,that was one thing Iris sorely avoided a fight with those hussy cats over him.
"I don't just go about doing it,believe me,they started it" she said in defence
"Why would you stoop so low to their level as to exchange words with them"
"If you are blind ehh let me tell you that almost half the girls in this school wish to swallow me up deep in the ground because I am the one with you"
He chuckled"that's their problem pretty,ignoring them won't hurt "
"My grandfather thought me to defend my self when the needs arises" Iris gave him a sardonic smile
Liam looked at her smiling "just what did the old man teach you" Amusement lurked in his eyes "how to attack people verbally,am weeping already for your victims since have once been there"
Iris looked at him laughing "but you deserved it and I don't regret it one bit"
"Yeah" Liam groaned now looking quite serious "seriously Iris you need to stop cursing people"
"Point noted sir ,but only if they at least try to avoid it,its the only way I know for self defence" she pouted
"Yes madam,can I drop you off now at your hostel" He said as they approached his sleek BMW
"No am on evening shift at the canteen,since I have classes tomorrow"
"It would be more easier for you if you quit" Liam grumbled "lemme help with all your expenses"
"Please don't turn into a father hen on me ,Ivie is enough on my plate"iris rolled her eyes
"Only a few weeks from exam how would you cope"
"I can handle it Liam"
"No you can't, I wish you would let me spend on you"
"Then everyone would think am after your money or am sleeping with you" she said sarcastically
"Sarcasm does not suit you lady and you shouldn't take to heart what people say about you" Liam replied her convincingly
"So the saying goes"
"I already know you are stubborn,people that bear Iris are very stubborn"Liam said frustrated
Iris laughed " you are also demanding ..jeez...let's drop the subject please"
"Since you already know ,if I feel the need to do something for you ,I would do it then without your opinion"
Liam said as he drove out to the school canteen frowning his face.
Iris laughed all through the ride finding his mood ridiculous.
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Liam finally made do his threat a few days later when hordes of designer accessories and jewelries were being shipped into Iris room including an android phone and a laptop with a crisp note reading
A little gift please don't reject it
X Liam
"That man can surely strike a nerve "
Iris hissed left dumbfounded for a moment ,she guessed he also had the power to sweep her off her feet unexpectedly, she growled at Ivie who seemed to be basking in the moment of euphoria admiring the fancy accessories
"Wow this are all latest designers ...finally" Ivie smiled widely shaking her head like a lizard "you found someone who could override your stubbornness and I like him for that...no I love him"
Iris rolled her eyes at her crazy friend who continued rummaging through the pile of gifts that Liam had sent her all trace of sleep off her eyes .
"I have to return all of this ivie"
"No you are not returning anything girl"
"Yes I am...look at all of this " she demonstrated with her hand "it makes me feel like a tramp"
Just looking at them made her want to explode,since when did designers became her priorities
"But you are not one,Liam from the looks of it is loaded to the teeth,so humour him okay ,besides I don't think he goes out spending lavishly on every girl,just learn to accept the fact that you got lucky girl" Ivie spoke convincingly but but Iris was not buying it
"Whose side are you on here" Iris asked trying for the umpteenth time to get Liam on his phone but it was all going to voice message slumping down the bed confused
"He likes you Iris"
"Is this a hunch or also one of your family traits"
"Whatever Iris ,but you know its the truth its so obvious"
"What would people say,am a gold digger ,remember I came to this school with practically nothing ,everyone here know am on scholarship, probably the only girl who works her ass off everyday to make ends meet"
"Your problem is you don't want to admit to yourself that you are in love with that young man,because you Iris prioritize what people think about your actions over your happiness" Ivie replied her annoyed
"You don't know what you are talking about,you know what " Iris said "I rather not have this conversation and am returning this period"
"I know what am talking about because I have watched you two,once upon a time you were both at each other throats now you two act as if you want to eat up each other ,so don't you dare pull up that I don't care shit on me"
Iris sighed giving up the fight ,Ivie was like a mother ,Iris felt like a looking glass exposed when ever Ivie was concerned
"Am not just used to accepting favours especially expensive one at that and Liam really went out of his way to do this for me,he is so overbearing "
Ivie laughed at her"at least someone supports my ideas"
"Am serious here" iris scowled at her
"You finally found your match ,for someone who is as overbearing as Liam like you said ,do you think he like been said no to"
Iris shrugged finally giving up saying anything ,closing her eyes in defeat
Ivie slumped down beside her holding her hand
"I know I am like the sister you never had,so I will tell you Liam is as stubborn and determined as you"
"You are giving yourself territorial promotions now"
Ivie laughed "he loves you Iris"
"What about that girl that always perches around him"
"Hmm,She is just one of those desperadoes ,common give yourself a chance its not as if it will kill you"
"I just don't know ,anytime am around Liam I feel like it won't take long my heart would shatter to pieces" Iris admitted
"Poor girl,I would help reorganise your wardrobe"
Ivie said changing the topic seeing her friend was turning emotional as she took her defeated silence as a chance heaven knows how much joy she derived discarding the old clothes Iris guarded like a soldier ant ,come to wonder why hadn't she done what Liam just did instead of wasting words.
