I've always loved home especially the river that flowed near it. The trees, The warm sun that seemed to radiate it with love all around and my favourite thing my mother's cooking. Everyone was so friendly and cordial most of the time. That was all I lived for. Being in a new place far from home wasn't easy but home was right here in some individuals. The school received new individuals every term. This time someone caught my eye. Everyone was rushing to pick their stuff. I really never believed in meet cutes but this was it. I locked eyes with this tall, dark skinned boy. ''Sophy!'' move. I quickly moved out of the way. What did I just see. That was pure bliss. Friday evenings I had art classes. The art teacher never liked me. I walked slowly into class and sat in hope that she would not notice me. ''Today we have a new student'' Miss Lorry asked him to introduce himself. He stood right behind me. My heart raced. '' Don't look at him I told myself as I slowly looked back this time he smiled at me. He had this warm smile that felt like home and his voice I could really die for. After the introduction he tapped me. ''Do you have an extra pencil? I'm Alvon by the way'' he said. Oh! I stammered. My name is Sophy. I handed the pencil over to him his soft yet firm hand touched mine. I quickly withdrew my hand. After the art class was over Bella came over. ''I saw that,'' She giggled. ''What did you see? '' I said shoving her from me. You like the new boy right? No! I don't even know him. '' You can deny all you want but I see how your cheeks turn rosy red whenever he walks by or talks to you.'' Bella laughed while looking at Alvon. So cute. One thing I never liked was when Bella was right about something. Anyway this was my first encounter with him. The minor crush would soon go away and I had to maintain my good grades if I wanted to stay in that school. ''Hey Sophy I forgot to give this back I love the cat prints on it,'' Alvon said smiling so adorably. I'm glad I have it back. I didn't want to get all sweet with him. I'm sorry pretty Sophy. He looked straight into my eyes. The science instructor came in. ''Settle down everyone!'' He shouted. Alvon had to go back to his seat. I was kind of relieved. I have your results for the test you guys did. I forgot about the test we did.'' The person who has the highest score on the test is Sophy,'' The instructor looked impressed. Someone else was impressed. ''Congrats Sophy'' Alvon smiled while saying this. The class was over. Bella came to congratulate me. My best friend is so smart. I giggled. Thanks Bells. After that Alvon kept calling me smarty pants. The next few days followed interesting conversations with him. I looked foward to talk to him everyday.. His eyes lit up every time he spoke about something he loved. I took long to know and actually connect with him but I felt safe and warm around him. He took care of me in different ways and I did the same for him. School days were getting better my grades were good and I had a boy I liked. During the school breaks we had late night talks. The constant ''Take care of yourself'' ''I'm here for you if you need me.'' After the longest school break I was so excited to come back not because of the program which was so depressing or the people who were mean. It was because of my sweet boy. Something different happened. Alvon wasn't there. I thought he would come back after some time but he didn't. Bella came over to console me. I told her everything and how I developed feelings for Alvon. ''I think you can go ask Joash why Alvon didn't come back. I sat with him during lunch to get some information. There was transfers made by people to Heralds a school known for its football equipment. He was the best football player around. So he transferred for the new program. Joash gave me a letter later on in class. ''Alvon thinks your the smartest girl he knows. The kindest and prettiest and he wants you to never forget that. I really never heard from Alvon after his transfer. I've never known what it is to be a proper team with someone or relaxed into their company. Some people come into our lives to show us how meaningful a conversation can be. How love can come through a simple take care of yourself. I always hoped Alvon was thriving. Oh! How pleasant it would be to see Alvon again. How heartwarming it would be to experience his smile, touch and words. I went out for a walk and heard my favourite song play and for some minutes I cried. I really felt the words cause sometimes I wish he knew how I disguise the truth I say I'm happy but I'm still stuck on us. I guess I'll just pretend till it all makes sense. Exams were nearly done. I was doing really poorly academically. I used to be the best. My worth was all I could think of. The one thing I was good at I lost it. I spent most of my time overthinking. Experiences passed. I never got the time to live in the moment. What was there to actually be happy about. I finally got recognized from the popular crew. That was something. I still felt the void in my life. I missed my old company. I missed Sophy and most of all I missed Alvon.
