Chapter 12. Flashback

Two years ago

I dabbed on some of the red lipstick that Olamide gave me when we were in the ladies’ room and rubbed my lips together to spread the colour evenly. 

“Is it too much?” I asked nervously. 

“Nope, it is just enough. You look hot.” She winked at me. I laughed and nudged her shoulder. We were at Jeffery’s party that night, and she hinted that there was someone special who wanted to see me. I made an extra effort to look good that evening. My parents permitted it because it was a birthday party, and they knew Olamide would be with me. I had been cooped up in the house for days since we were on holiday, so it was nice to go out. I adjusted the hem of my black gown and walked out with Olamide. She led us to a group of her friends. As I looked at the faces of some of the partygoers, I saw only a few of my set-mates were present. I barely knew anyone there. It was an ‘exclusive party’, most guests were senior students. Olamide had convinced Jeffery to