The Love of My Life Abandoned Me in Less Than 24 Hours - By Dorathy Oluku

Written By: Dorathy Oluku

Category: Short story

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Dorathy Oluku graces the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 with her compelling short story, "The Love of My Life Abandoned Me in Less Than 24 Hours." In this narrative, Dorathy captures the emotional whirlwind of unexpected love and heartbreak. The competition attracts creative minds from around the world, celebrating diverse storytelling and poetic expression. Dorathy's entry delves into the complexities of young love and fleeting relationships.

About the Work

Dorathy's short story weaves a narrative filled with youthful innocence and the intensity of first love. The protagonist's journey from admiration to heartbreak is portrayed with humor and authenticity. Vivid descriptions and colloquial dialogue draw readers into a relatable world where emotions run deep. The piece explores themes of vulnerability, self-discovery, and the often unpredictable nature of relationships.

The love of my life abandoned me in less than 24 hours

Original Submission by Dorathy Oluku

The Love of My Life Abandoned Me in Less Than 24 Hrs.

Oluku Nkem Dorathy

Nickname: Alërãh

so I had just resumed my first year, going to lectures, hectic shits. Then amidst all hecticness came this beautiful boy... Holy father, this boy was lovely, tall, fair and built.. I almost drooled...

The following week, It was as if God wanted us to be, I kept seeing him, you might say, more frequently than normal, e con be like planned work but neither of us approached the other.

Days passed, weeks passed and then one lovely Thursday, he finally approached me. Omo, you needed to see me that day, it was like my inside was showing more emotions than I was right there.

Sha we had a good conversation and the cutie was surprisingly very funny and I realized the boy sef na werey(in a good way sha), then we exchanged contacts sha.

This is where you guys might judge me but hold off your comments. Sha we talked well for two straight weeks and then one day, he just saw me in the school and said he didn't understand a particular course and mind you, this guy is dead intelligent.

So I was feeling myself that my crush wants me to teach him something na, I said I can come to his place... i went.

i started the explaining and I noticed him staring, Omo, na once shyness hook me, I ask am, if na the book he be wan learn be this?

this boy started complimenting me, and then leaned in to kiss me, Omo, I gree oo. he asked me out, and I was like yes but typical, I like him and I went away skipping, well my insides sha.

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This guy dragged me to a corner the next Morning, no good morning babe, no sweet words, no morning kiss, he just told me he wants to end things with me, Omo, I no fit concentrate that morning, I just weak.

sha I mustered some confidence to ask why, he said I allowed him kiss me so easily and I act proud a lot and I can be toxic with the way things were going, Omo, na once the love comot my eyes ooo

Na so I start to talk ooo, the werey leave me because he dey scared say I go leave am first, his own God darmed insecurities. wo, he collect better talk, make God no punish am for me ooo.

so how is it my fault that my confidence affected his emotions?

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About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026, hosted by Hashtag Kalakar, is a prestigious event that invites writers and poets to share their unique voices. This platform celebrates creativity across genres, offering participants the chance to present their work to a global audience. The competition is a testament to the power of storytelling and the diverse perspectives that art can offer.

We extend our gratitude to Dorathy Oluku for her engaging contribution to the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Her story, "The Love of My Life Abandoned Me in Less Than 24 Hours," offers a poignant glimpse into the highs and lows of love. Thank you, Dorathy, for sharing your narrative with us and enriching the competition with your perspective.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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