Fame arrived at St. Bonifatius College on Monday morning.
Amani noticed the shift immediately upon entering the school grounds conversations pausing as he passed, younger students nudging each other and pointing discreetly, even teachers offering subtle nods of acknowledgment.
Two consecutive impressive Eredivisie performances had transformed his status from curiosity to celebrity, creating a new psychological environment that required navigation alongside his academic responsibilities.
"It's officially weird now," Malik observed as they secured their bicycles in the school's storage area. "Everyone's watching you like you're some kind of exotic animal."
"Temporary," Amani replied, maintaining perspective. "Next weekend someone else will score a spectacular goal, and attention will shift."
