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THE PURITAN....A Story Of Love,treason,freedom Fighting (2) (3) (4)
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Re: Fighting Back! by Jumizie13(f): 7:33pm On Jan 10, 2014 |
Thumbs up dear |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:50pm On Jan 10, 2014 |
Thanks Senator,handmaid and Jumezie |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 10:15pm On Jan 10, 2014 |
Glowingscenes, I want to take time out using this avenue to appreciate you for all the emails we've shared, your patience, maturity and understanding. Indeed you're an epitome of what you teach. I appreciate your criticism and I will take it to heart hook, line and sinker. Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule. God help you and bless you. 1 Like |
Re: Fighting Back! by Nnamnsoj(m): 11:07pm On Jan 10, 2014 |
Good work, keep it up but i can't marry hester because she may beat me up one day o..... just kiding |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 4:36pm On Jul 11, 2014 |
To all readers of generation to generations, it now continues on my blog -www.exceptionalstar. Looking forward to seeing u all. |
Re: Fighting Back! by princesa(f): 10:08pm On Jul 11, 2014 |
Queen why na? No more coming here? I missed you and have been searching for you since. Won't you come and read fast lane again? |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 7:19pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
princesa: Queen why na? No more coming here? I missed you and have been searching for you since. Won't you come and read fast lane again?I felt like i was launched in the heart of a desert, contactless, penniless and compassless. All of generations is gone, most of fighting back and dotted line is gone. |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 7:22pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
@Princesa, please what's the link to fast lane because I can't seem to find it? |
Re: Fighting Back! by princesa(f): 9:22pm On Jul 12, 2014 |
Queenxstar: I can relate with this. So sorry for your loss. But have you searched for the catched in Google like most writers her did? Fast lane is not re-posted yet. I also lost the story but a writer here helped me retrieve it tru Google. You should ask around for assistance instead of just shutting Nl out. Please don't take it so badly. You can definitely still retrieve 70 percent of the story. Don't give up okay? |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 4:30pm On Jul 13, 2014 |
princesa:All right dear Princesa, I will be back, my blog is my back up. Thanks for encouraging me. Looking forward to reading from you. |
Re: Fighting Back! by TiffanyJ(f): 6:43pm On Jul 13, 2014 |
Welcome back Queenxstar, i'm sorry dear. Most of your work got wiped out. How was the xams? |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 10:00pm On Jul 13, 2014 |
TiffanyJ: Welcome back Queenxstar, i'm sorry dear. Most of your work got wiped out.Beautiful darling. Thanks for asking. Hope you've been Fine. |
Re: Fighting Back! by kingphilip(m): 9:09am On Jul 14, 2014 |
Queenxstar: Beautiful darling. Thanks for asking. Hope you've been Fine.Done with d exams Good morning Longest tym |
Re: Fighting Back! by TiffanyJ(f): 9:34am On Jul 14, 2014 |
Queenxstar: Beautiful darling. Thanks for asking. Hope you've been Fine.I'm good, thanks |
Re: Fighting Back! by handmaid: 11:47am On Jul 14, 2014 |
Queenxstar: To all readers of generation to generations, it now continues on my blog -www.exceptionalstar. hi queenstar. i visited your blog. was glad to see the story- generation to genertion there but could not navigate the blog easily. i couldn't find a button/icon with which i could find previous posts. it was difficult/impossible to trace previous posts. your reply would be appreciated. |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:07pm On Jul 14, 2014 |
kingphilip:Yes I am. Miss you, hope you're Splendid. |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:09pm On Jul 14, 2014 |
handmaid:You should go down the blog and click on the. first month, you should see the beginning of GTG |
Re: Fighting Back! by kingphilip(m): 9:35pm On Jul 14, 2014 |
Queenxstar: Yes I am. Miss you, hope you're Splendid.Yes I am Wen will u b back |
Re: Fighting Back! by crislyn(f): 10:21am On Jul 15, 2014 |
Pks queenxter I jst started d story..I will cry if I don't read d conclusion o.plsss |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 2:58pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
FIFTEEN "Happy birthday to ya …happy birthday to ya …happy birthday … " Blasted from the home theatre. Hester alighted the stairs with an inquisitive smile. She beamed at the decoration pattern that greeted her eyes. Some were dancing, some sitting, bobbing their head and some eating. It happened that she knew everyone present. 'Hi our lady.' Precious said with a smile holding a glass of wine. 'I was wondering if I can join. ' 'Our lady …our lady. 'He chided jokingly. 'Why can't you, it's Dominic's birthday party! ' 'Oh yeah? ' 'You don't know? ' He went wide eyed. Her eyes swept faces until it came in contact with the guy of the day. He realized his mistake and immediately came over. 'I'm sorry our lady, I can't comprehend how it ever slip out of my mind.' 'So you didn't invite her? ' Precious glared at him. 'Please forgive me my lady.' Dominic ignored him. 'Oh I almost forgot! ' He took a couple of steps backward. 'Our lady do forgive him, sometimes the fluid in H's head becomes coconut water.' Having said that, he fled. Hester beamed. 'Can I join the party? ' Hester asked when he looked back at her. 'Yes please. I'll get you a drink. ' He decided to be more of a spectator, he realized it was one of the best under his roof. He had never seen everybody so happy and hearty. She danced with the birthday guy and a couple of others, she laughed at jokes, she had caught him looking at her and they had exchanged a smile. She had sang the popular HAPPY BIRTHDAY SONG in French and Latin and had endeavor to teach them. Presently Dominic was giving his voice of thanks . He thanked him graciously and they applauded her. Later she led them all to uniform dance steps like what you see in Tyler Perry's movies. He wanted to escape but she had made him Stand beside her as they all danced, laughing at one another. He never knew so much sparkle abode in her eyes . Ethel couldn't help but wished he had the power for her to stay that way. ++++ **** He copied from the laptop into the flash glad that the project was fully taking shape. The scream came long and piercing. His pen dropped that instant and he stood fully alert. Ethel bolt for the door of his study and ran all the way to the stairs and through corridors. He didn't remember to knock as he opened the door and saw her. She was seated on the bed, the blanket drawned up to her waist. Her head was buried in her palms, she moved it from side to side slowly. 'My God …Oh my God …no …no … Jesus. ' She muttered. He sensed that she had screamed out of a nightmare. 'Hester …Hester.' He called softly and approached her. The table lamp was on. She exhaled deeply before looking up at him through. misty eyes. She massaged her neck. She shook her head from side to side irregularly. 'It was so scary …so horrible and so …so real.' Her gaze swept around and settled on him. 'Did I wake you?'She tried clearing her voice. 'I was in the study. Are you all right? ' 'No …I'm not Ethel. ' She stood. 'Can I come with you? ' 'Yes.' He saw how shaken she was. Was Ola now chasing her to her dreams? Her hands has not left her neck. Was he trying to strangle her? Ethel exhaled. ++++ 'I know you're through Ethel, you don't have to keep me company. It's midnight already and am sure you have appointment later. 'I'm worried about you, I could spare an hour. ' 'No Ethel I feel better. ' She stood as he put what he had on the table in their proper order. 'I will rather you go back to sleep.' 'I'm never going to sleep at night again. ' Her voice was calm. He could have laughed but because of her serious expression, he smiled instead. 'It will pass too soon.' 'Have a splendid night rest and thanks for tonight .' She took a glance at the photographs on the wall. 'I will be downstairs. ' 'Take care.' She nodded before leaving. He pondered for a couple of minutes before leaving the study. ++++ *** 'What is your favorite music? ' 'What do you want to do with my favorite music? ' She popped a slice of apple into her mouth. Ethel dropped the bottle of yoghurt and picked a remote control. 'I want us to dance. ' 'Oh no! Wrong timing Ethel.' She gave him a faint smile. 'I'm not in the mood.' She popped in another slice. 'Can we stroll? ' She nodded still munching. He waited for her to finished her apple while he sipped his yoghurt. As the days became weeks, he realized she had meant her statement. She slept in the afternoon and got busy in the night, a number of times she had asked for his permission to use the gym. She had also relieved the cook who was like a second mum to them all because before she wakes, breakfast was ready or half way prepared. More disturbing to him was that she became reserved. Everytime he felt color was slowly draining from her face. Eventually they strolled out and finally sat by the pool. 'I need you to do me a favor. ' Ethel looked her hopefully. Her eyes left the flower lawn to look at him. 'I know it's kind of huge but I need you to stay indoor while am away in South Africa. Please Hester …' 'Come on already, you don't have to beg me, I will gladly do that and I mean it. ' 'Spend all the time you want. Can I come with you to the airport tomorrow? ' 'Sure. And what will you like me to bring back for you? ' All the balloons in the country. ' She directed her gaze to the pool. 'You are kidding me! ' He burst into laughter then he suddenly dawned on her as he remembered his sister. ++++ *** Down on her knees, she read through the book of Proverbs chapter 5. The heard the first gunshot and then the second. She jolted to her feet and head for the balcony adjoining her room. What she saw made her run back into the room, pulled out a drawer and fetched out two guns. She took her keys from her dressing table and ran out. By the time she got out, the available men of the control room had already set to work. The walls had been lowered automatically as there exchanged of bullets between the ruffians that were about 15, surrounding the premises and Ethelbert men who defended their boss property. She drove her car out of the garage to the back of the house. She parked close to the wall and climbed onto the roof of her car. She began shooting with both guns. In twenty minutes, some were down with bullet wounds. The remaining resigned to flee but the sound of sirens of about five police vehicles blaring from opposite side of the road stopped them. The police men took charge of the situation. Few minutes later, members of press arrived. Wale addressed the press while Dominic spoke to the DPO and wrote a statement. An ambulance arrived few minutes later and Wale and Dominic went to police station in their own car to supervise the torture process. Hester went back to the house to freshen up after parking her car back in the garage. ++++ **** 'The heart of man is desperately wicked, who can know it.' Ethel sipped water. 'Who could have thought Mallam Mustapha Hussein could go ahead to attack me, in my own home. I will use him as an example to others. Contesting for the president is now all about how well you run your opponent down. The cook and the oldest at the table sighed. Hester chewed and dabbed her mouth. Having finished their meal, many dropped their cutleries. Ethel waited for all to finish eating before he continued. 'I want to thank you all for upholding the integrity of this building in my absence. I watched the video recording and saw the part you all played. Shall we all rise please. ' He stood They rose. 'This is a standing ovation, a mark of honor of what our lady did. Let's make it complete and put our hands together for me. They applaud her with smiles on every lips. Hester lowered her eyes. 'Thank you.' She said when silence returned. 'Momma Kate, please round up this celebration with prayer. ' Ethel directed to the cook. +++ *** She inserted the earpiece and continued strolling. 'Hello? ' 'Hello Sweetheart …' Hester ended the call spontaneously. 'Oh my God. ' She took deep breaths to steady herself. ++++ *** Hester was lying on the bed, her arms around her teddy bear . She stared into space blankly. For the second time, the brass knocker sounded. She sat up. 'Come in the door is open. ' He opened the door and step past it. 'Hope I didn't interrupt your sleep. ' 'No Ethel come in and sit.' She looked up at him and noticed he was grinning. 'What's up? ' 'Your birthday was three days ago.' He maintained his smile. 'Three days ago? ' She was confused. 'what is today's date? ' 'Twentieth. ' She remembered without an effort. 'Yeah. ' She returned without enthusiasm. 'Five days ago was Victoria birthday and that made me remember yours. You should have told me.' Ethel eyes didn't leave her face. 'I couldn't have told you something I didn't even remember. ' Hester returned flatly and looked away. Ethel smiled. 'You deserved to be celebrated darling. You're a conqueror. ' Hester shook her head. Ethel was unperturbed. 'Happy birthday in arears my lady. ' 'Thanks. ' She gave him a faint smile. 'Excuse me.' He turned to leave but an afterthought, he looked in her direction. 'Hess could you please close your eyes. ' He hoped she wouldn't object. Hester closed her eyes. Hester closed her eyes. Ethel went out and noiselessly move out some things in the room. 'You can open your eyes now. ' He watched her in anticipation. Her mouth became agape at the sight before her. He saw her face lighten up, saw her beamed and saw her brows creased in uncertainty as she approached the object before her . Hester chuckled at the illumination the object gave her bedroom. She looked up at the stand at the balloon barrage. A Stand with raised bubbling balloons of all the colors you can think of. She picked the pack of chocolate and examined it and the bouquet of flowers. She closed her briefly and exhaled. 'Happy Birthday Hester .' She dropped them on her bed and placed both hands on her cheeks brimming with excitement. 'Thank you so much.' She laughed. 'Thank you.' He saw her face glow and she looked so young. 'I love balloons, I have always loved balloons as far back as I was a child. The combination is heavenly and the design is the best I've ever seen in all my sights.' She glanced at the bouquet of flowers. 'This is special, it is beautiful …contains some of my favorite collection. Same for the chocolate. ' Her gaze settled on him. 'You really did investigate deep into my world. ' She laughed her sweet sounding mesmerizing laughter. 'Heaven knows I can entrust you with my biography if you don't know all of it already. ' 'And heaven can also testify that a superstar has never felt better than the way I do now.' She covered the distance between them and threw her arms around him. 'God bless you and reward you greatly for everything you've done for me.' She kissed him on both cheeks. 'I am happy when you're happy. ' 'I pray all your dreams come true and you become the president of this great country. ' 'Amen. ' He claimed before chuckling. She left his embrace to touch the balloons. When she turned he was looking at her. 'What will you like me to do for you? ' 'I was considering your dress and I think it's good to go. Complete it with a shoe and purse, I'm taking you out for a special lunch... ' She began to shake her head. 'and a karaoke in which we will sing all of your favorite songs. ' 'Ethel please …you will only kill with excitement besides …' 'Hess, I give you five minutes. I will be downstairs. ' He returned firmly. ++++ |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 3:00pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
Those are reading for the first time, welcome to fighting back family and please feel free to drop your 2kobo. |
Re: Fighting Back! by Nobody: 3:13pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
Queenxstar: Those are reading for the first time, welcome to fighting back family and please feel free to drop your 2kobo.hello Estar,hw hv u bin?longest tym....this is a new storywat abt GTG |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 3:26pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
nnekamezor: hello Estar,hw hv u bin?longest tym....this is a new storywat abt GTGIt's coming back. Fighting back is not new. |
Re: Fighting Back! by Nobody: 3:31pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
Queenxstar: It's coming back. Fighting back is not new.okay... I cee |
Re: Fighting Back! by kingphilip(m): 6:44pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
Wow Queenxstar Tnx for the reposting u r always a darling Nice one abeg no slack just continue |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 11:03pm On Jul 15, 2014 |
kingphilip: Wow Queenxstar Tnx for the reposting u r always a darlingYes sir. |
Re: Fighting Back! by crislyn(f): 9:25pm On Jul 16, 2014 |
Tnx dear..kisses! |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:32pm On Jul 16, 2014 |
SIXTEEN Hester rolled into bouts of laughter. 'I'm trying so hard for my intestines not....not to disconnect. ' 'I'll bring them back together with superglue, you shouldn't bother about that.' He smiled. She supported her abdomen with her palm as she rolled into yet another bout of laughter. 'When the day of birthday came, our friends attended and variety of female attended, you know what I mean? ' Hester nodded. 'The celebration progressed smoothly until two ladies started arguing about which was Osagie girlfriend. In no time, they were the centre of all attraction. ' 'What did Osaz do? ' Hester sipped her fruit wine. Ethel shook his head in remembrance with a smile. 'He set the video of his phone to work. A couple of minutes later, he wanted to get his video device inside the house and asked that i continued to cover the happenings. I thought he was crazy and I told him so, knowing how wild ladies fight can get especially when the reason is a man.' 'Especially when the guy has the brains, popularity, wealth and even good looks.' Hester added. 'That's right. ' He acknowledged. 'He ran into the house and came out with a video recorder. Nobody attempted to separate them since it was a reality show with no fee attached. They pushed each other, hurled insults, exchanged a couple of slaps, one poured a glass of wine on the other, the other retaliated with a bowl of salad. Then, they sighted that the reason for their fight and their temper got to it's peak and they both advanced towards him. With a straight face, he shunned them before going to the platform and gave a three minutes talk on public comportment . At the end he was applauded. 'And the girls felt like the greatest fool in the planet.' Hester chirped in. 'I believe they will take a break from parties for two months. ' Hester chuckled. 'That's if they are wise.' He picked the fork and ate from his plate.'Listen to the best part. ' He drank water. 'Later in the day, Osaz made a confession -the don, when those ladies de approach me shuuuu... ,na by God's grace that video no fall from my hand. I bi wan ran outside. In fact ,I don die go sef , na scope I just use.' He tried mimicking Osagie Thankfully there was nothing in her mouth, if not, she would have choked as she laughed heartily. ++++ **** Hester crossed her leg and looked intently at the large plasma screen TV in the sitting room. 'That lady acts so well and she is very beautiful. ' She pointed. 'Ethel what is her name? ' Ethel glared at her momentarily. 'You don't know her?' He was sitting across her seeing the same nollywood movie. 'You sound like the world knows her save me.' 'She has won the award for the best actress in Nigeria for three years back to back. She has been the exclusive face of nollywood. She has even won a Grammy. She is Africa finest and rep even international.' 'How cute! what is her name?' 'Natasha Williams. ' He studied her expression. She shook her head, the name not ringing a bell in her head. He helped her. ' She was Oladimeji lover for a year and half, they were even engaged to be married. They were seen together in almost every occasion until Oladimeji publicly announced their disengagement with preinforming Nat. Hester bit her lower lips to prevent herself from cursing him. 'Good grief.' She frowned. 'He is ruthless Hess. She was so heartbroken, she trimmed and suspended work for a couple of months. She announced publicly that she would have to nothing to do with an intimate relationship with any guy. It was her profession and nothing more.' He grinned. and then chuckled. Hester eyed him. 'You are not about to burst into fits of laughter when there is nothing funny. 'I remember a story linking Osaz to our discussion. ' He flashed his white set of teeth. Hester looked away, exhaled and then chuckled. 'A couple of weeks later, Osaz and I got a guest invite to PROJECT FAME. We got to the car park after the show, Osaz sighted a pink sleek ride in which the plate reads -NATWILLS. ' ''Who is NATWILLS? " Osaz inquired. "That should belong to Natasha Williams. " "Natty …Natty …that means should be in there. '' He smiled mischievously. 'What's up Gem? ' 'I will go in there and come out with Natasha, if in five minutes am not out, you can leave with the car." "Are you sure you are ready to loose half of your head? " "My Don, to every stubborn lady, there is stubborner man. " He laughed and walked away gallantly. Hester rolled her eyes. 'In three minutes, he came out hand in hand with her with his smile reaching his ears not in anyway handicapped. ' Hester smiled. 'We chatted and he invited her for a drink, she agreed and for fortyfive minutes, we were together. Subsequently, Osaz went out with her a couple of more times. Yet bet the tabloids glared with photographs, headlines and captivating story. Osagie could be very dramatic. They became good friends.' 'Osaz was a goal getter. ' She commented calmly. 'While I was away in South Africa, Natasha met me and told me she found out I could lead her to where you are. Said she wanted to relate with you.' Hester uncrossed her legs. She uncrossed her legs and said nothing. 'I did everything to dissuade her yet she was bent on meeting with you. I think she has not gotten over Oladimeji and wants to see for herself what Oladimeji is so crazy about in you.' Ethel stated before glancing at the screen. 'Hmmmm …' Hester resolved thoughtfully. 'Oladimeji is still available for her, I won't see her. The last thing I will not do is to fight another lady for a man.' 'Not even for love …?' He raised his brows. 'Love worketh no ill to his neighbor! therefore love is the fulfilling of the law. Fighting is an I'll and a show of undiscipline.' She stood. 'Goodnight Ethel, it's time for me to sleep. ' It was pass noon. 'Wait Hess, remind me of the Bible passage. ' 'Romans thirteen verse ten, cheerio. ' She head to her bedroom. He sat back and his brows narrowed thoughtfully. ++++ **** 'Though we may not see every time we call his name, He will be there for us.' They all sang. They were having a vigil to conclude the seven days of fasting the entire household had embarked on. They had converged in the sitting room. 'Oh Let's sing it. ' Ethel compelled with closed eyes. 'Though we may not see every time we call his name he will be there for us. It is well …it is well …it is well in the name of Jesus, it is well with our soul today. It is well …it is well …it is well in the name of Jesus …it is well with our soul today. ' Their hands were joined as they sang. 'With Nigeria …' He said. 'It is well …it is well … it is well in the name of Jesus …it is well with Ni-ge-ria today. It is well …it is well with Ni-ge-ria... ' 'Do something new Lord in our lives make a start, do something new Lord, do something new.' With raised voice they sang the new song. Ethel knelt in their midst as the Mummy J took over the prayers. ++++ ++++ '... there was a scheme that was organised at that time and since I was a citizen by birth, I applied and it was approved. I was in the U.S ARMY for a couple of years.' 'Seriously? With the law and criminal justice you did in SA. ' SHE was flabbergasted. 'There so many of my photographs and portrait you're yet to see. Probably I'll take you for an excursion in my bedroom. ' He winked at her. Hester smiled but retained the serious expression on her face. ' There are sometimes when our physical and mental abilities help us a great deal and sometimes it doesn't mean a thing, it doesn't hold water. ' Her brows creased. ' By all standard, I think you're qualified to be a presidential candidate. From the day I met you, something told me you might be the savior and deliverer Nigerians have been longing and praying for.' She smiled. 'I have always prayed for my country, for the well being of her but you made my prayers became focused and direct. Lord let him be your vessel of honor, let me be the one you will use to bring smiles on our faces, the very one you will use to draw those who have strayed due to what they are passing through back to You.' He listened raptly. 'I love Nigeria with everything in me and every time I hear news that suggest we are going down, I'm broken. ' Tears formed in her eyes. 'I know how many people would have willingly given so much for me to stay back in Hollywood. The hospital reviewed my contract and wanted to almost double my pay when I wrote that I was leaving. ' She paused momentarily. She paused momentarily. 'I knew I will never be fulfilled with the knowledge that the country Where am giving my best is near perfection and mine is …' Hester shook her head. 'no where at all. That became the bond between Victoria and I, choosing to suffer for a while for our country to be better. ' She paused momentarily. 'There have been good and bad leaders. Some actually had good and positive intentions but lost it not willingly. Considering this nation of ours alongside the top position, there are lots of distraction, corruption, challenges, responsibility, idols and so on. Physical and mental abilities can't solve them all. You need something more … something more than everything you will face. You need the power that every gods, every human, everything trembles before, a power they all acknowledge. 'Dear you need the Invincible ,the possessor of the power that conquers all.' She was emphatic. 'Let him saturate you, let him fill your body, spirit and soul. Let him take charge of your every abilities. ' Ethel exhaled and closed his eyes briefly. 'Let's share what the Holy book says in the Proverbs eight. ' She used her phone Bible. 'The fear of the Lord is to hate evil :pride and arrogancy, and the evil way and the froward mouth, do I hate. counsel is mine, and sound wisdom! I am understanding! I have strength. By me Kings reign and princes decree justice. By me, princes rule, and nobles, even all the judges of the earth. I love them that love me and those that seek me early shall find me. Riches and honor are with me; yea, durable riches and righteousness. My fruit is better than gold, yea, than fine gold; and my revenue than choice silver. I lead in the way of righteousness, in the midst of the path of judgment. That I may cause those that love me to inherit substance; and I will fill their treasures. The Lord possessed me in the beginning of his way, before his works of old.' She took his hands in hers. 'Let him possess you in the beginning of your way. Seek him early, see He can help with everything only if you ask him.' Hester stood. 'Ask him now.' He held her back.' Let's ask him together. ' He eyes had become glassy with tears. Hester got down on her knees. +++ |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:33pm On Jul 16, 2014 |
**** '... I don't hear you Oladimeji. I can't continue to hear the tales of your obsession and madness. I don't understand Why you chose to exist in a reality that only happens in your head! I am not married to you by any standard. Please I beg of you in whatever you believe in most, stop pestering me!' 'Hester you are mine, nothing you …' Hester tossed the phone to another sofa in the balcony and started sobbing. He had been behind all along and had listened to her end of the conversation. He picked the phone and walked away. 'Hester …Hester hello? You had better not hang up on me! You know what I can do to you …you wouldn't dare. Hello, are you there …? 'What can you do Oladimeji, what do you intend doing Mr Don't Dare Me? ' 'Who am I speaking with!' 'Take a wild guess Oladimeji. ' Ethel beamed. 'Why did you collect the phone from her? ' 'I see no reason Why you should sweat Oladimeji. It's about time we both have a one on one talk.' 'I don't have anything to say to you Ethelbert, give the phone back to my Sweetheart. Give the phone back to her now! ' 'Take it easy colleague, we can't exchange anything that can draw blood via the phone. ' 'I wonder who has been feeding you with rubbish! I am not afraid of you Ethelbert! I do have things to trash out with you. Hester shouldn't be under your roof, she is mine, my property, she belongs to me! You had better not touch me ,you had better not get physically attached to her! ' 'Oh you're still at her that?' He chuckled. 'I'll advise you come over and learn far more than that. ' 'I am not joking Ethelbert! You had better not fool around with me, it's deadly …very deadly. ' He chuckled. 'Hester does not belong to you. She made that fact clear before the world that you're not worthy of her. I am wondering Adeniyi, when last were you examined by a psychiatrist because you have lot of mental issues that needed to be brought under control before you need ropes. I can still send you that tape. ' 'Shut up Ethelbert !Shut up! Just keep quiet! ' 'Sometimes I can't help but be so sorry for you. How can you be a president when you can't respect the simple request of a lady? How will you handle the request of the Nigerian population? Listen …' 'Don't lecture me you jerk! We will see the greatest when the time comes. Goodies like you are good for nothing than to be munched. 'I don't waste my block heads like you.' 'Are you crazy? Do you know who you're calling block head? ' Ethel laughed heartily knowing he had hit a soft spot. 'Hi baby baby, heard daddy has been treating you good. He took you to the amusement park the other day, were you able to count the number of swings, I guess not. I hope you didn't poopoo on your body again. 'He said with a voice laced with mockery and amusement. 'I'll never forget who you are baby president. ' Ethel burst into laughter. 'I don't have time for …' 'As a matter of fact Adeniyi, for your own good, stay away from Hester because before you lay a finger on her from now henceforth, you will have me to contend with. Do I make myself clear! ' His voice roared like that of a soldier. Hester would have been startled if she was close. 'You can't... ' Ethel ended the call and head for the sitting room. 'Oladimeji is taking advantage of your emotions. He can only do that via calling. You have to change your sim. ' Hester lifted her head and wipe her tears. She shook her head. 'I can get you another. ' 'No Ethel, the sim is inbuilt, all of friends near and far can only contact via that. That phone is multifunctional and has saved my life a number of times . It is the last gift I received from Victoria and I can't part ways with it because of that Oladimeji. ' Ethel looked down at the phone. 'I understand. There will be another way. ' ++++ **** Hester exhaled and walked out to the balcony. Ethel followed her and stood in front of her. 'Oladimeji is a chameleon, I don't believe he just changed like that. ' 'I know Ethel.' She looked up at him.'I'll will get ready for whatever might come up.' 'Hester I am coming with you.' He held her gaze. 'Ethelbert. ' Her voice had a plea, 'we don't have to keep arguing about this. I don't want you to get involved. ' 'I'm afraid Hester, I will be involved come Wednesday. ' He looked away from her to the view of the spring out of the balcony. 'I wish I could convince you otherwise but I see your mind is made.' Hester shrugged and took his hand. 'Let's go eat lunch.' ++++ *** WEDNESDAY, Hester took a bird view of what appears to be a ground floor parking space . 'This building appears to be empty but it suit all description. ' 'Let's check up, if we get same there, we'll have to leave immediately. ' He took in the environment before heading up the stairs. They had been no sight of any vehicle as they approached the building. They had parked their car a couple of street away and came via foot. They got to the top of the two storey building. They entered the first room, it was large and empty like a warehouse. Hester entered first and looked out of the only window and inspect the environment. Ethel was close when the iron door that served as their entrance began closing as if on cue . His gymnastics came to play as he swiftly somersaulted twice. He fell short of calculation and thinking because of the little space left for the door to close. Without thinking, he placed his right arm between as a wedge. As the door pulled, the pain hit him, he gnashed his teeth and groaned resisting. She turned around on a heel and was shocked at the sight before her. She ran to the door and put her hands at the space between and pulled with all her might. He didn't remove his arm. 'Remove your arm, damn it! ' She screamed. He removed his arm and fell. He held his arm as the burning pain raked through his entire being from the arm. He gnashed his teeth. She removed her arms and the door slammed shut. 'Oh God! ' He exclaimed. 'What in the world is wrong with you Ethelbert! What is wrong with you!' Her eyes shone in her exasperation coupled with the fact that she felt like beating with both fists until until she was exhausted. 'I was trying …to prevent the door from closing. 'From closing? ' She nearly shrieked. 'If you can't feel the weight of the door, can't you feel it? ' He looked at her a bit taken aback by her outburst, 'That is the only way we can leave here.' Her chest rose and fell. 'Says who? ' 'I just had to do it. Now we are trapped by Oladimeji. ' 'Don't ever do it again! Don't ever sacrifice Any part of your body like that irrationally! 'Why are you sounding like I did it because of you. ' He sat and tried massaging his arm. 'You did it because of me, you did it because am the major one at stake. Oladimeji knows better than to do anything silly to you. You what? ' She paused momentarily, 'That's Why am angry, It is not worth it! I don't worth it because I don't appreciate it and please don't do it again. ' He opened his mouth to protest but couldn't. This was a version of her, he had never seen. She took three steps forward and took deep breaths. 'Let me see your arm.' She stoop. 'No Hester. ' He stood. 'I'm... I'm fine. She stood and looked at him with raised brows baffled at his response when his facial expression and the way he held his arm said otherwise. 'Really am okay. ' He managed a smile. She said nothing more as she walked back to the large window and pointed. 'This part has no fence.' He stood beside her.' I have an idea, we will climb over the window and escape through that bush.' She nodded as she had already thought of that. 'Jump? ' He turned to her suddenly. 'Hester you don't have to be afraid. I'm well aware of the height but you've to jump. I'll jump first after which you, so I cushion you.' 'Hmmmm …' She could have smiled but she maintained a calm face as said 'okay. ' He climbed over the window and helped through it so they could Stand at the little platform it provided. He jumped and rolled over over at landing. He stood, wince and swing his inflamed arm before beckoning to her with both legs apart. She jumped and calculated somersaults, she landed on her feet. 'Whooah! ' He did not hide his shock at her precision. 'Hester how in the world …' She pulled his okay arm. 'Let's get out of here before they come after us.' She glanced back and saw a head peering at the window. 'Ethel we have to run.' A gun shot rented the air. They took to their heels. 'Let me have the Jeep keys. ' She said in between breaths. Feeling the hotness of his arm and the shakiness, he couldn't object as he granted her request. FEW MINUTES LATER, Sweating and panting, they got into the Jeep. Hester buckled her seat belt and turned on the ignition. Ethel sat back and closed his eyes She set the Jeep in motion. She glanced at him with a knowledge of the possible damage and pain he was going through. She was aware he was trying hard to be brave. 'Dearie am sorry about your arm but you have to strap your seat belt. We have to race now because we won't be allowed time go without a chase.' 'That good for nothing …' He sat up and jerked his head back. 'Strap your seat belt dear.' She changed gears waiting for him to be safe before executing her plan. He obeyed. 'Hester are you sure you can …?' 'Can you keep quiet for me dearie. ' She interrupted calmly. 'Four eyes are better than two, you can watch the road with me. 'She took a turn. 'Better still, say -go Hester! Go Hester do your thing. Ethel flashed her a smile displaying his perfect dentition. How could anymore be so calm in such a situation. ++ ** She knew one of the cars was vehicle distance away, two were five cars away and was nine vehicles distant . She looked at the traffic light as it became red and like a bolt from the blue an idea occurred to her. Who are you? Hester Douglas Tobechukwu. Who is beside you? Ethelbert Franklin Onyemakazie. You mean you two are …?'[i][/i] Her thought trailed off as she left the one lane drive swiftly and cautiously, thankfully she had left a considerable space in front of her. She sped up. 'Hester, what are you …?' 'Hold your breathe.' At the round about, she accelerated and it generated blurring dust . Before the road users could digest the sight before them. She had joined the moving lane and swerved into a short cut. 'I didn't know a road was here.' Ethel looked out through the windscreen. 'Bless Wale heart for giving me that book on Nigeria roads and special thanks to the writer. ' 'Mtcheew! They can't follow us.' He almost sang Hester smiled sweetly. 'You can take a nap now.' Ethel sat back and exhaled. He closed his eyes with a smile on his lips. +++++ |
Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:35pm On Jul 16, 2014 |
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Re: Fighting Back! by toykathy(f): 2:11am On Jul 17, 2014 |
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Re: Fighting Back! by Queenxstar(f): 9:12am On Jul 17, 2014 |
toykathy: I must commend ur great effort Queen, u re indeed a good writer. Add some ginger 2d story dearie to make it more captivating. My 2k though.Noted dearie. Thanks 1 Like |
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