Chapter 4 HOME COMING and CONNECTIONS

After a day full of unexpected connections at school, Wisdom found himself back at his family's new home, a cozy little place that held promises of a fresh start. The comforting scent of home enveloped him as he stepped inside, a feeling he had missed during his time away.

As he settled into his room, he glanced at the photos on his desk – images of his mother, his younger sister Winner, and the father who had chosen to leave them. Each photo carried a story, a piece of his heart intertwined with the complexity of his family's history.

Wisdom's decision to come back home was driven by a mix of reasons. The allure of his hometown offered a refuge after the hustle and bustle of city life, and the chance to reconnect with old friends was a draw too hard to resist. But above all, it was his family, his unbreakable bond with his mother and sister, that tugged at his heartstrings.

Dinner that evening was a lively affair. His mother, a strong and resilient woman, prepared his favorite dish and exchanged stories from her day at work. Winner, a vivacious and curious teenager, shared tales from school, her laughter filling the room. Wisdom couldn't help but smile as he watched Winner animatedly recount her day, her eyes shining with excitement.

Once dinner had ended and the dishes were cleared away, Wisdom and Winner found themselves alone in the living room, wrapped in the warmth of their shared sibling bond.

Winner grinned mischievously. "So, big brother, how's the new school?"

Wisdom chuckled. "It's different, that's for sure. Lots of new faces, interesting classes. I even bumped into someone on my way there."

Winner's eyes widened. "Really? Tell me everything!"

Wisdom recounted his encounter with Stephanie, the teasing conversation they had shared, and how he found himself getting caught up in her charm. Winner listened intently, hanging on to every word.

"Wow, it sounds like you had quite the day!" Winner exclaimed. "And what about that girl Miracle? Did you talk to her?"

Wisdom smiled. "Not much, but we exchanged a few friendly gestures. She seems nice."

Winner nudged him playfully. "You're blushing, big brother! Looks like someone's smitten."

Wisdom chuckled and ruffled her hair. "Don't tease me too much."

As the conversation continued, Wisdom's thoughts turned to his social life beyond school. He realized that he hadn't been very active on social media lately, and it might be a good time to reconnect with old friends and make some new ones.

After Winner had gone to her room, Wisdom opened his laptop and decided to create a new Facebook account. He wanted a fresh start, a chance to share his experiences at the new school and stay connected with those who mattered.

Setting up the account, he uploaded a profile picture and started adding friends he had lost touch with. As he navigated through the process, he couldn't help but feel a sense of excitement about the connections he was about to rekindle.

Winner peeked into his room, her eyes sparkling with curiosity. "Creating a new social media account, big brother?"

Wisdom grinned. "Yep, thought it was about time I caught up with the digital world. Want to help me pick a cover photo?"

Winner eagerly joined him at the computer, scrolling through images and suggesting ones that captured the essence of his new journey.

As they laughed and debated over photo choices, Wisdom felt a renewed sense of gratitude for the bond he shared with Winner. In this ever-changing world, their connection remained constant, a source of comfort and joy.

As the evening drew to a close, Wisdom's heart was full. The connections he had made during the day at school and the cherished bond with his family reminded him that life was about these moments, both big and small. Little did he know that the choices he was making now would shape the path he was destined to follow, weaving a tale of unexpected twists and turns that he was just beginning to uncover.