The match between the two universities was intense, with both teams fighting for dominance. Vode's determination to win was so palpable, his eyes fixed on the goal as he sprinted down the field. Meanwhile Idara watched from the sidelines, her eyes scanning the crowd with a mix of excitement and concern cheering in her heart, but suddenly she saw someone familiar and couldn't quite place him. He was standing at the other side of the field, his eyes fixed on her, making her look away immediately.
On the pitch Vode was giving it his all, running, dribbling, defending all this making him sweat furiously. He dodged and weaved through their rivals defense with impressive agility, his heart pounding in his chest. Finally, he saw his chance and gave a wonderful assist to Ola, Ola placed the ball with ease giving it a little spin that the keeper get and it crashed into the net. The crowd erupted in cheers, what a moment their hearts lifted up with joy as they took the lead, 2-1.
Vode turned to celebrate with his teammates, they were in the spirit of football and his eyes landed on Aisha, she was locked with a boy Vode saw their lips part ways for they were lost in the joy of the game. Vode's heart skipped a beat he's been secretly crushing on her for a while and this scene struck a part of him, his heart beating faster, his blood pumping and there came a surge of adrenaline mixed with a hint of jealousy as he hissed. He saw an opening to steal the ball from the opponent and he didn't let it slide, tapping the ball from the side changing it's original course then weaving his way behind the player to steal it using the energy rushing inside him to his advantage, he immediately took the ball on a race and with a long shot aimed at the angle of the goal he scored their third and final goal which was few minutes before the final whistle, securing their victory.
The team celebrated laughing, hugging each other and screaming in triumph. Vode joined in, his initial shock giving way to the joy and pride he shared with his mates. They had finally done it! They had beaten their long term Rivals
As they celebrated, her eyes shining with excitement Idara met him on the field, looking beautiful in her worn jeans and the school t-shirt.. "Vode, that was amazing! You guys played so well! I'm proud of y'all"
Vode grinned, still basking in the glory of their win. "Thanks, Idara! We make a great team! Don't we?"
"Yes you guys do, by the way I just remembered this creepy guy I saw earlier he was just staring, but can't remember where I knew him from," she said, her brow furrowed in worry.
Vode nodded, his eyes still distant. "It happens to me too, a lot infact," he replied, his voice laced with a hint of distraction.
He reluctantly agreed to escorting her to back her place, his exhaustion evident in his slow pace.
Idara smiled, her voice husky. "You...'re invited to celebrate the win with us at my place. We'll have food, drinks, and music. It'll be fun, I promise!"
Vode hesitated from giving a response, his mind still reeling from Aisha's actions earlier. He didn't want to ruin the celebration for Idara, but he couldn't shake off the feeling of unease.
"Thanks, Idara, but right now I'm really tired. I need to head back to my place and crash carelessly," he said, his voice laced with a hint of withdrawal.
Idara's face fell, her eyes searching his face for something more. "Okay. I understand. But you're missing out on a lot of fun!" She finally said. Vode smiled weakly and took his leave.