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Wow! Can't believe I read through this thread less than 24hours!
I bumped into this thread late yesteday, now I'm in the last page, I couldn't sleep because of this thread


Omoshelwa! You've done a great job here


[/b]Keep 'em coming

thanks thanks thanks. really grateful

Eyah I pity Tara oh even wen she's trying to change her ways. @op ure forgiven for nt updating buh pls don't let us forget d story pls.

I felt bad fo tara o. Why are they(cynthia, jolade, aisha...) So blind to see that tara has finally come to her sense now?, at least she's their roomate...

Looking forward for the next updates thou

Really feel Sorry for Tara. nice update. OmoShelwa the way u treating us in ds thread eh hmn. A friend of mine came visiting to my house and was so surprise wen she told me she also follow "roommates" but she's not motivated again cos d updates as inconsistent. please please improve on ur updates no matter How tight ur schedules are. ur have readers.

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Bolajoko Cynthia

Ivy suspects, and keeps a close watch on Mike. She didn't believe Mike was really the owner of the phone but she hasn't been able to prove otherwise nor find out why Mike claimed it was his. She had tried to get words out of me sometimes but I only hum her questions away which always got her teeth clenched together furiously. She even made to slap me once but cautioned herself for reasons best known to her.

This Leo of a guy still remains a figment of my imagination. He never showed up in my little cell but Mike said he had been busy. He said I'll surely see him soon. I have tried to imagine him with the fearful description Ivy and Mike laid down as a huge, fearful being. I know if my description isn't actually right, it will be something close to it.

I have tried avoiding Ivy's meal knowing too well it must have been drugged. I do tell her to take it away with the excuse that I've got no appetite. She always ignore me and leave the food where it is. When it's Mike's turn to be my watch dog, i eat the meal he brings while he dispose Ivy's.

After a week of being watched 24/7, the watch on me slackened a bit. Ivy watches me in the morning while Mike takes over in the afternoon then leaves in the evening and I'm left alone at nights. I guessed this change of plans was due to the believe that the drug is gradually having effects on my system.

When Mike comes at noon, we chat and he brings enough food to last for lunch and dinner. He told me about Clara and her stubornness. He told me that my friends tried to take her away. I knew that must be Jola's doing. I pray she suceed.

I began getting used to the situation I found myself. Mike being the only pal I've got.

"When am I getting out of this place, Mike?" I asked Mike one fateful afternoon after a meal of yam and fried egg.

Mike smiled.

"You have no idea who we are dealing with. Leo is no dumbass nor is Ivy. Ivy thinks I'm helping you and I know she might be feeding Leo with her suspiction. I have to be careful and plan well in such a way that your escape won't get hands pointing at me as the prime suspect. I haven't been able to figure out how yet."

"I was thinking I should escape tonight"

"and while you are safe and sound, the reverse would be the case for me?"

I looked at him not understanding what he meant by that.

"Leo would surely come after me. He would come with the idea that I helped you and Ivy will help him. I'm planning things already. You'll escape, alright but I'll also be safe too. The time is just not right yet"

"Can I ask you a question Mike?"

"Go ahead. I'm all hears."

"Are you guys keeping Femi somewhere around here? In this very building?"

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Mike lips parted to reveal a set of white teeth in a sily grin.

"What? This Femi Guy is really lucky to have a girlfriend like you. You are in a big mess just as he is and you can still think about him? Wow! You've got a big, soft and warm heart. I'll remember to put that in my diary." he broke into a deafening laugh.

I ignored his silly laughter.

"Are you telling me or not?"

"I ain't telling you. I don't know where he is. Why are you even asking? It is not as if i'm going to help you both. I'm helping you and you can bet that is enough."

"Why are you even helping me Mike?" I asked, lost. I have been trying to create answers for that question myself.

"Huh?"

"I mean we are like tom and jerry while we lived together. I have never been nice to you and you've even tried to assault me once although I hate talking about it. We can't even be described as anything near friends. Why are you helping me? Why are you risking this? Are you expecting something in return"

"That's a good question. We lived together under the same roof for days. I know I'm arrogant but I like you. I was crazy that night. Agreed. I became a pervert all of a sudden. We might not really be good friends but Leo isn't human. What he does to people isn't what I would wish for a stranger. You are a friend and I won't let that happen to you. And you can as well say I'm expecting something in return. That is if we both get out of here alive maybe you might want to repay me. I won't mind." He winked at me.

A smile slipped off my lips.

"Wow. You look good when you smile. All I ever see you do is frown."

We talked for sometimes and I got to know how Mike became one of Leo's gang. He told me it was not really intentional. He said a friend of his cajoled him into joining.

"But the guy is late now"

"What happened?" I asked alarmed

"The gang has got rivals. And we sometimes get into fights with these rivals of ours. It was during one of those fights that Edward was murdered."

"C'mon Mike! You guys are putting your life on the line for this stupid gang of yours. Wake up and quit."

"It's not as easy as you think. There is no going back when you're in. I'm trying to help you so that my quiting would be a lot easier..."

"How?"

"I'm trying to figure that out..."

Thanks ma'am, for the update, and welcome back

love ringing on the air! Hello Shelwa. Thanks for the update. How's studies

Thanks Omoshelwa, compliments of the season. Missed u much

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where art thou? Update! Update!! Update pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeez!!!

Lol Am really missing her updates too. shelwa please come update

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I love it
Wish D op ll finish it

I'm sorry guys but it will soon be over. Will update as soon as I'm chanced. I'm mighty sorry. Here's my apology

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Shelwa its a promis u making o. Am waitin oo ur update

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Wey this babe nah? I just dey refresh every sec

Ayodele Jolade Kehinde

Back here in the hostel. Everything is awfully dull. Aisha and I seem to breath a different oxygen from others. the hostels organised inter-hostel competition including 'gele night' and neither of us participated in any. The cheers within us are lost or where would they have come from anyway? we try hard not to dwell on Cynthia and Femi too much but our trial is not even great. Girls from other hostels heard about Cynthia's disappearance and some took the trouble to ask about her from us while some just stare at us when we walk even those we don't or seldom talk to. Everybody seems to care for her. It was not much surprise when some asked after Tara. She made more friends than any of us did.

One faithful evening, Aisha and I were in our room when I received a message from an unknown number and I informed Aisha after I went through the content.

''hey, I don't know why I believe you are Cynthia's friend. I have lots and lots of questions I need reasonable answers to. just some few days ago, my Uncle told me about my mum and dad and my younger sis but he refused to tell me about Cynthia. He was utterly unreasonable not to let me know about the fire incident beforehand. well , I have these bad feeling and I really need to see Cynthia. Can we meet at ROYALS in 30 minutes? Clara- Cynthia's sis''
Aisha stared at me after reading the message and the next thing I knew was that we were in front of ROYALS . Clara was early and it wasn't hard spotting her. She wore her hair like the last time we saw her, the ponytail hairstyle. she wore striped T-shirt and a black trouser with a black sneaker. she must be some kind of tomboy. she walked up to us. An unsure look on her face. A hidden, unsure and questionable expression.
'Where is Cynthia?' You should know who asked that.

'Hey Clara, take it easy. You should at least get to know us first before asking about your sister' Aisha said trying to fake a smile. It was her weak attempt to avoid talking about Cynthia.

'hmmm.... Clara, did anyone know you came here?' I came to Aisha's rescue

'hell no! No one was in. Jummy seem kinda ill and her mum took her to the clinic and that Mike of a guy is seldom home especially in the evening. I came here after taking some money from her wardrobe. I want to get away from that witch!' If I go back home I know she'll do a lot of yelling and screaming and she might probably spank me. I want you guys to do me some favour. you gonn' gimme some dough and I’m sure Cynthia will give it back. I promise that. I don't want the witch plugging her teeth on me.'

I thought for awhile before saying

'Clara would you mind staying somewhere else? I assure you, it's totally safe. it's just for the meantime till your vacation ends.'

'That would be great. I love that. I would Love to stay anywhere right now asides Uncle's place. I just want to get away from that woman. she's a she-devil. she wasn't like that the last time I saw her though and my Uncle seems to be... to be... something else.' the last words were silent and disappointment laden.
'Wait, wait, wait.... you guys aren't telling me where Cynthia is. Where the hell is she?'

'Clara...'

;No, no, no. Don't change topic. I won't allow that. Just tell me where Cynthia is and why she has refused to show up and why she left me like this. Just tell me that first'


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There is no way of hiding the truth from her anymore. The girl is a smart one and there is no way we are escaping her questions. So, I told her with Aisha looking elsewhere trying to avoid Clara's face and saying nothing at all.

While narrating to Clara, I could see her squinted brow, surprised look and the 'what?' expression plastered like a mask on her face.
'Tell me you are kidding.' Clara said searching my face and Aisha's although Aisha wasn't even looking at her.

'You know what I think? This is some bullshit. some big bullshit! Argh!... this is ridiculous. it is outrageous. so my uncle and that witch tried to hide this from me?.....BUT I can't believe this. You guys don't know Cynthia. She is a tough one.... a strong one.... she can handle anything. You know what I call her? Queen Kong.... she is my role model' as she said every word, tears fell off her face. 'I lost my parent, my little sis and now Cynthia? OMG! What's wrong with me am I some bad omen or what!' Clara sobbed quietly

It was hard consoling Clara I felt so bad for her. Aisha was already weeping. she hid her face in her veil. now, how can I handle that?....

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tnx for d update n welcome back omoshelwa

Tara Carlos
'HEY, where do you think you are going?' That was Aunt Tasha throwing that time bomb at me. She was sitting on the couch in front of the huge plasma T.V in the sitting room with a glass of wine in her hand. It was her favourite Soap Opera 'Tangled Hearts' and I think my presence made her turn away from the T.V. I don't know what went wrong with her though. She seem to get irritated at any slight mistake I make. She didn't stop at that, she monitors my movements and I caught her on several occasions going through my phone. I can't fathom why she couldn't just forget about the whole dinner episode. She seem frightened that I’m the agent that would stop her present relationship. I know you will wonder how I knew that. You won't believe she told me herself even though she didn't mention names, it was as direct as a blow on the jaw.

'Pastor James told me a lady would try to destroy my relationship this time around' that was her saying that when she came back from an outing. It was the next day after the dinner incident. I had no idea she went to the church. She was expecting me to say something but I know what was good for me so I kept shut trying to hide under the hot intense stares she gave me. I could barely look her in the eyes these days. When she knew I was not going to say anything. She came right beside me and sat down.

’Pastor James told me the insect pest that feeds on water leaf lives on the water leaf! I wonder who this pest would be or what do you think?' She asked deliberately waiting for how I would react.

'Well... my only prayer is that your present relationship won't crash'

She looked at me then stood up and went inside singing a praise song as she goes.

Now back at the present. I looked at her calmly, I don't know what I've really done wrong to deserve all these contempt from her. I feel rather choked in the house. She condemns everything I do, even my cooking (something she had never done before). Now I don't cook her meals anymore. She does that herself. I pushed my handbag closer to my side and patted my lips before replying. I didn't look at her in the eye like I used to. I can't afford being rude to her. I owe her a lot.

'I want to get my things at my friend's place. I told you I would be going today already'

'Oh, did you?'

I nodded

'Okay. When are you leaving for your school anyway?' she asked not looking at me. 'You are too clumsy and you are really of no need around here.' she mumbled this but my hearing is sharp enough to hear that without any stress. She waved me off and draw her gaze back to the T.V. She seems to have lost interest because of my presence. I bowed a little before exiting.

My handbag felt too light and its straps keep falling and I have to keep pulling it back at my shoulder. I waited before the house waiting to see a bike. I don't like taking the rough walk to the main road.

I was still standing like a model posing for an artist when I felt someone come close to me. I could see the shadow on the ground and it was a 'HE' I looked up to see who was standing so close. My heart gave three successive leaps. It was Aunt Tasha's boyfriend. The root of my present dilemma.

'Tara!' He smiled broadly at me showing off his white, well set teeth.

'Oh sir, It's you.' I said and looking right behind him was his car. I guess I didn't notice him when I came out 'You scared me!' I tried to smile as well which I know wasn't working. He was the least person I was expecting to see and I felt really terrified.

'You don't really seem happy to see me whereas I feel right on top of the world seeing you again. I missed you face.' the next thing I knew after he said the last word was that he was giving me a warm hug! My face was right on his chest. It was late realizing this. I draw myself off him immediately I saw the danger of this and quickly looked away from him pulling my hand bag closer to me.

'What are you doing here?' That was a dumb question and even I knew it but there was nothing to say. It feels so awkward. Aunt Tasha must never come out and see us talking and here is David being so nice. I can't be rude to him.

'Oh, me? Well, I came to see to Tasha but seeing you right now I feel great. you look all dressed up. where are you going? I can drop you off so that we can talk' When the words fell from his mouth and he closed it, no word came out of mine and I opened it. Irony.

'Excuse me?' I couldn't believe my ears

'You have a problem with that?'

I have lots of problem with that. I wish I could say it out for him to hear

'No but you can't'

'Why? You know I gave you my card and I was expecting you to call. You didn't so I think this is the right time for us talk. Tasha seems really worked up the other night.

Exactly! You get it. Now, can you let me be? I wished I could say that

'I really need to go.' I was determined to go this time around but before I knew what was happening, he swapped my bag from me and dumped it on the front seat of his car, the next thing he did was coming to me and holding my hand. My eyes widen to its limit.

'Let's go' He said

'I appreciate it sir but Aunt Tasha...'

'Common, stop being a baby. I'll come back here but I need to save you the energy and to also save your beautiful skin from this wicked sunlight. ' he laughed at his own joke

Before I knew what was happening, I saw Aunt Tasha, arms akimbo, staring at us from her door. I . was still trying to act calm like nothing happened . It was then I realized David's grip on my wrist. I yanked my hand off his immediately. He caused this.

Aunt Tasha saw us alright. I can't bear looking at her so I looked at the ground. When I looked up again, she had gone inside. She said nothing to either of us. I looked at David maliciously and went to his car, picked my bag and began my walk to the main road. David is making me the insect pest.
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When I got I was some few meters away from Leo's place, I stopped. My mind was unsettled about the David trouble. Leo's place was as usual, packed with his friends. They sat on chairs before his house and were gambling. some were smoking and some were just spectators. I just realized how messy my life had been.

Leo was sitting at a different place, he was busy with his phone but when he looked up, our eyes met. When he saw me, a smirk grew on his face. None of the other guys saw me. When he saw I wasn't moving an inch from where I stood. He stood up and came to me

'Long time'

I only looked at him. He seemed to be pleased with himself

'You came here to say Yes right?'

'To what?'

'TO my terms.'

In your dreams! I said to myself.

'I didn't come for that. Please, just let me pack some stuffs. Not everything. I'll come back after then I promise you. We'll talk about those terms' I felt stupid inwards.

'You really think I'm some slowpoke don't you? Tara you are so hilarious. You don't play games with me. It's because I like you that I'm doing this. You know me Tara, you do know me.'

Yes I know you are a son.of.a.b.itch!

'If you are not ready for that, Oya scram.'

I'll be coming back for my things whether you like it or not. I will get to know when nobody comes here you fool! I said to myself after giving him a long disgusting stare then turned back. I knew talking to a deaf, blind and dumb guy is a waste of time. I just had to give it a try.

I went back to Aunt Tasha's place after wasting a lot time walking slowly and taking a long cut instead of a short one. I was expecting the worse and it was also waiting for me. Aunt Tasha was in the sitting room and so was David......

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o shelwa am so glad u re back afta the 'lonnnnnnnnnnnnnnnng break'.:i hope whatever kept u away was successful? welcome back and how i missed u.

I don dey forget this story small small oo... Make I kia kia catch up, before I proceed



BTW, welcome back ma'am

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Babe, pls don't tell me u v abandoned dis story.. pls don't abandone it o.. eager to know what happened to d room mates at last..

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