A Little Story on Courage

 LIZ SHARES...

I had gone for a walk in the fields. A friend of mine Jeff, whom I thought was a good, respectful and obedient boy, had some other plans when he saw me. He had earlier proposed to me to be his girlfriend but I felt that I was still too young and didn’t accept. I didn’t know that the opportunity had presented itself to him to show his true self. He had come from having a shower and after putting on his garments, he came to say talk to me. I was pensive because I didn’t want him to ask me again. I tried to remain calm and clear minded. He was ready to have sex with me but I could no put myself in such a risk. He suddenly pulled me into a room and started asking for sex. He was so mad and very aroused. I was in a situation that I almost gave in but something inside me told me to hold on. I waited for him to finish speaking and then he tried to caress me and wanted to kiss me. As he tried to reach for my mouth, I pushed him aside and told him that if he really wanted me, he should wait for the right time. Moreover, I stated that I respected his body and mine too and so should he. I made him understand the risks involved especially to me as a woman and also the fact that I was in Form One and him in Form Four. He grudgingly agreed and made a very surprising statement that greatly improved my self-worth, “I thought you were very easy but now I see that you are very strong.” I surely gained lots of confidence and pride despite the tough and tempting experience.