Based on a TRUE story.

The lesson was over. I ran out of the classroom, in hopes of giving HER an early Valentine's day gift. I fear that she may reject it, and so I hesitated...

I brushed my pessimistic thoughts aside and decided to give myself the 'Green-light'. As I finally stepped out of the classroom, I turned my attention towards her class.

That was when I saw Him. I knew, from my instincts and sources, he was waiting for Her too. Out of due respect, I decided to step back and spectate what would be his next move.

Like other humans, I have feelings. I experienced a kaleidoscope of mixed emotions - Excitement, jealousy, confusion and fear..although I did not let jealousy get the best of me. She would be coming out with her friends anytime soon, and thus I decided to wait for her outside the school.

I stood outside the gates, I had to get the headstart. I saw them heading in my direction. I then ran frantically ahead. I thought the headstart would be useful but to my demise, the darned traffic light stopped me. Her speed soon caught up with me, and that was not good.

As soon as the traffic light changed, I took the lead. Luckily for me, I knew where she stayed. I happened to see her walking up the stairs before, and concluded that she is living there. I got there way faster, by breaking traffic rules and running like a mad dog. Then, she came. Thanks to my shy and sensitive nature, I missed the first chance.

I had this all planned out, apart from some unexpected flaws. I knew what I did was wrong. All wrong. The moment I started getting myself involved in her world - it's wrong.

I stood there like a fool. All hope was lost; or so I thought. I had no choice - I adopted plan B. I was NOT letting my efforts go to waste. At least, hopefully, I would make an effort to get myself noticed by her.

Then, I saw Him. He was following her too, except that he did not know where she lives. Finally, he quickly recedes out of my vision...

My friend had caught up with me. He was following her all along, making sure she got home to put my plan in place. I told him the failure of plan A...and I felt like a failure. My only hope was plan B - to get her out. I assured myself that it would work. Luckily for me, I have her friend's number.

I strategically took her number from the club's record book. I knew that, the extra friend would be of help somewhat, and she did not let me down. Thankfully, the friend followed along my plan. I braced myself for an event that may change my life; forever.

I sat on the ledge, waiting for her. I told myself I must seize this chance. Then, I heard footsteps. My heart was beating faster. I stood up and saw...
a young boy dressed in a red football jersey. I felt relieved, yet devastated at the same time. Relieved that I had more time to prepare, and devastated at the thought that she would not come.

I went back to sit on the ledge. I waited for a minute. Thankfully, she came down, with her sister tagging along. I could vividly remember that she was still in her school uniform.

We, both, being extremely shy, stood there for a second. She has her sister and I got my friend, which supported us emotionally and mentally which I really need. Not wanting my efforts to go to waste and not wanting her to waste her time, I quickly made my move. I handed her the poorly prepared gift. I felt unworthy, yet continued on. She was hesitating and I could still remember the words that she said...

"..Er...Er..." were the words which came out from her mouth. The words were simple, yet clear. No doubt - she was confused. She might be thinking that I'm some crazy idiot who has nothing better to do. I was in a state of lost. I then persuaded her to take the gifts.

I did not know what made her accept the gifts, but I would bet that it was out of sympathy or compassion. Regardless, as she took the gifts, I greeted her with a ' Happy Valentine's Day ', although it was still early. It was impossible for me to do so in the exact day, as it falls on a Saturday. I did not want her to waste her Saturday time on me. She might have another, yet I stood undaunted.

I took my bag and left, being too shy and ashamed to turn back. I could'nt turn back even if I tried, and when I finally controlled my emotions, I looked back and she was gone.

I did have regretted not donning my cosplay suit, maybe it was because I had no time to prepare myself. Maybe my friend was right - I'll make myself look even weirder if I had don the suit.

As for Him, I think he will have to put off his plans until next Monday.

No matter how much I tried to forget what happened, I could not. I could only regret and hope that I made myself clear. I admit, it was not a good first impression. I told my friends about this incident and they consoled me. I did not know what to do, yet until now, I tell myself that such things are controlled by fate.

What will be, will be.