Epiphany

Chapter 28 : Exams

A/n : Lots of Drama ahead. This is the turning point of the book. Please Do lots of inline comments and vote, to boost my motivation.

"Ok Dad. I will try my best."

"Hmm. Byee"

Hanging up my phone, I put my head on the table and sigh.

"What happened, Olivia ? Why are you so stressed ?" Mia asks worriedly.

"Just tired" I mumble.

"Why ?" Luna asks.

"I didn't get a single ounce of sleep yesterday. I am feeling sleepy but I can't sleep." I sighs, pressing my head more on the table.

"Why ? Are you ok ?" Mia further inquires.

I nod my head.

"I am ok, Mia. I am just stressed. We have Exams in one week and day after tomorrow, we have class test with same syllabus of exam. Exams are still ok, but then we have a assignment, manuals and project submission. On the top of that, Meloni is in my home, I just can't concentrate on anything particular. And I am still confused what to do with Lucas ? I am just mentally stressed. Dad told me that he wants full marks in class test and highest marks in exams. With everything going on, I am unable to focus on my studies. How will I manage to get good marks ? I don't want to disappoint Dad" I groan, shutting my eyes tightly.

I felt a hand caressing my hair. I look up at the owner of the hand.

"I understand you are stressed, Olivia. But, I know you can do it." Lucas smiles.

I stare at him.

"I know it will take time for you to forgive me and I am willing to give you that time. That's why forget about me for some time and focus on your studies. And I know, my girlfriend will ace everything." He smiles, proudly. He leans over and kiss my forehead and left from there.

Unknowingly, a smile adorn my face. I did right thing. Giving him second chance is the right decision after all.

"Yes Olivia, Lucas is right. We know you can do it" Luna encourages.

"Obviously, after all, our bestie is the topper" Mia grins, side hugging me.

I smile gratefully at them.

I don't know about relationships but, I am very lucky in friendships.

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"Why we are even writing assignments, when those teachers are just going to sign on the last page ?" I huffs. It's so frustrating. But I guess I have no choice. 

I begrudgingly start my science assignment, the topic being the ecosystem of a local pond. Seriously ? Do I really need to describe every single species living in this pond ? It feels like such a waste of time.

I get distracted when my phone lits up with a message.

'Meet me in half hour, in Day&Night cafe. - Love ❤️'

I frown. "Why at this time ? What happened ?" I messages him. Because, it's literally 8 at night. Not even a second later, Lucas's message pops up. 'I want to talk with you'. After messaging him 'Ok' I again focus on my work.

As I scribble away, irritation bubbles up inside me. I can't help but wonder if the teacher even bothers to read all of this. It's like I'm pouring my efforts into a black hole.

Glancing at the clock, I realize I've been at this for what feels like hours. Time ticks by slowly, each minute dragging on as I struggle to find the motivation to keep going.