HE BROUGHT AN ANCIENT CURSED ON HIS VILLAGE…
Maya was one of the few girls who had earned a scholarship to St. Mary’s, an elite all-girls boarding school known for its high standards and strict rules. She came from a modest background, and her family’s sacrifices meant everything to her. Alongside her friend Luna, Maya dreamed of making the most of this opportunity.
At school, there were three girls who ruled the social scene: Stella, Diana, and Rebecca. They were daughters of powerful men, and every weekend, they visited the local salon to get their hair styled — a luxury Maya and Luna could never afford. The three queens often mocked Maya and Luna, calling them “ugly monkeys” because of their simple hairstyles and humble clothes.
One Saturday, Diana approached Maya. “You want to join us tonight?” she asked slyly. Maya hesitated but agreed, longing to be part of the glamorous world the three queens inhabited.
That night, Maya met Caleb — charming, confident, and generous. He showered her with gifts and attention, making her feel special for the first time. The world of parties, whiskey, and nightlife opened before her like a secret door.
But Maya’s new lifestyle came at a cost. Her mother’s warnings — “Don’t get distracted by boys. Focus on your studies” — echoed in her mind, but she brushed them aside, believing Caleb’s promises. She started drinking, going out late, and neglecting schoolwork.
Then came the pregnancies. Each time, Maya believed everything would be fine. Caleb always said, “We’ll marry after school.” But he wasn’t who he claimed to be. When Maya’s latest pregnancy didn’t end as before, panic set in. Desperate, she turned to Diana for help, who directed her to a cheap, unprofessional clinic.
The procedure went wrong. Maya collapsed outside the school hostel, bleeding heavily. She was rushed to the hospital, but it was too late. Her dreams, her future, all shattered.
Maya’s story became a harsh lesson whispered through St. Mary’s halls: Glamour and peer approval could cost more than anyone realized.
