Adaeze, a tender soul of merely 15 years, endured a heart breaking loss that shook the whole body of her being. The tragic motor accident that mercilessly snatched away her beloved parents left her stranded in a sea of pain and loneliness, pushing her into the world of orphanhood.

In the midst of this misery, a gleam of hope appeared in the form of her Aunt, Victoria, the almighty "Madam Gold" famous for her flourishing restaurant business in the bustling streets of Choba, Port Harcourt. In a moment of supposed Homely unity, a decision was made during a serious gathering after the funeral in the village - Adaeze would find refuge under the care of Madam Gold, who agreed to train her and pave the way for a brighter future, including education and daily bread.

The kinsmen, touched by the honeyed words of Madam Gold, entrusted her with the responsibility of keeping the remains of Adaeze's family legacy - the precious property and hard-earned money left behind by her late parents. Little did they know that beneath the pretense of kindness lay a deceitful shadow, covered in betrayal and deceit.

As days gave way to nights, it became painfully evident that Madam Gold's promises were mere lies ringing through the corridors of Adaeze's shattered life.

Adaeze's departure with Madam Gold to the bustling city of Port Harcourt was filled with a mixture of hope and doubt. She held to the belief that this move would bring about a better life, one where she could finally resume her education and perhaps even find a mother figure in Madam Gold.

However, her rosy expectations were shattered when Madam Gold's true colors were revealed. The morning she was suddenly awakened by the sharp burn of a cane and the harsh command to accompany Madam Gold to the restaurant marked the beginning of a nightmare Adaeze never saw coming.

As Adaeze stood there in shock, the reality of her situation sank in like a heavy weight in her chest. The figure she once looked up to, the woman her late parents had trusted and treated as family, had now turned into a wicked boss lady , treating her not as a daughter figure, but as a mere slave.

Speechless and shocked, Adaeze went inside to prepare as she followed Madam Gold to the restaurant, a place where Adaeze's once hopeful journey would take a dark and unexpected turn.

As they arrived at the restaurant, Adaeze was immediately put to work serving tables and cleaning up after customers. She worked long hours, often late into the night, with barely enough time to eat or rest.

Madam Gold was wicked and demanding, constantly insulting and beating Adaeze for the smallest mistakes and never showing any appreciation for her hard work. Adaeze felt trapped and alone in this new city, far away from her home and the dreams she once held dear.

In the quiet afternoon, as Adaeze diligently washed the used plates at the back of the restaurant, she heard the familiar call of her aunt, "Madam Gold". Setting down the plate in her hands, she hurriedly made her way to where her aunt was standing.

Madam Gold quickly directed her to serve the new guest who had just entered the restaurant ─a wealthy old man whose appearance speaks of Money. Without hesitation, Adaeze took the tray of carefully prepared food and gracefully walked through tables to reach where the elderly customer was seated.

Approaching him with a warm smile and a respectful greeting, Adaeze was met with a response that sent cold down her spine. The old man's friendly manner quickly disappeared as he began to address her with inappropriate pet names and disturbing gestures that made her skin crawl.

Adaeze felt uncomfortable with the old man's behavior, but she remained composed and continued to serve him. As she placed the food in front of him, he continued to make inappropriate comments and gestures towards her.

She angrily left after serving him and returned back to her duty.

After finishing his meal, the Oldman confidently approached Madam Gold, expressing his attraction to Adaeze and his desire to spend the night with her. Madam Gold hesitated, unsure of how to respond, until the man brought out a large wraps of naira notes.

Filled by the opportunity to make some quick money, she agreed, hurriedly instructing Adaeze to accompany the man. With a heavy heart, Adaeze unwillingly followed the man out of the restaurant, knowing that she had no choice but to comply with Madam Gold's wishes.

Because of the desire to make money, she gave her niece to a random old man she hasn't seen before.😔
Do you think the Oldman has any evil intentions?🤔
What has fate in store for Adaeze?😪😥
Find out in the next episode.😊😪

Episode 2, dropping tomorrow.......

The woes of an orphan Episode 2.

Adaeze's tears flowed freely as she watched the old man drive down an unknown path, unfamiliar to her. The memory of her wicked aunt, "Madam Gold," filled her with anger. How could she send her off with a stranger? It was a heartless act, Adaeze murmured to herself.

The old man's inappropriate touches made her skin crawl, a clear warning of possible danger ahead. Adaeze was nervous, picturing the unknown that awaited her. As they arrived at their destination, the old man instructed her to step out of the car. In front of her stood an extraordinarily fine mansion, so grand it could be mistaken for heaven.

Fear ran into her heart as she delayed to enter the lavish home of a stranger.
As the old man led the way, she followed behind, unsure of what to expect next.

The elderly man stepped into the room and returned with a glass of juice which he drugged inside the kitchen , his fake kind gesture accompanied by a warm smile. He extended the glass towards Adaeze, offering her a refreshing drink. However, she politely declined, claiming that she was already full from the meal she had earlier.

Angered by her refusal, the man insisted that she accompany him to his bedroom, suggesting that they spend the night together. Adaeze's heart raced with fear as she questioned the old man's intentions. How could he be so shameless and corrupt to ask a 15year old to sleep with him? Adaeze thought to herself.

As the old man moved closer to where she seated, Adaeze made a quick decision to run away from the scary situation. She made a dash for the door, hoping to escape. But to her disappointment , her escape was hindered when she reached the entrance and discovered that the door was securely locked, trapping her inside with the old man.

Adaeze's heart pounded in her chest as fear gripped her. She quickly looked around the room, searching for another way out, but her options were few. The elderly man's smile had gone, his once friendly expression now turned into something evil and terrifying .

The man approached her, his eyes filled with a dark desire. Without warning, he forcefully grabbed her, dragging her towards his bedroom with a strength that left her powerless to resist. The sound of the door locking behind them rang through the room, sealing her fate in a prison of fear and doubt.

In his evil attempt to abuse Adaeze, he tried to forcefully rape her, but luck intervened when the glass flower vase behind the bed became her unexpected weapon, as she lifted it and hit the man on the head.

Without a moment's hesitation, Adaeze quickly made her way to the room door, opened it, and hurried towards the main door with serious determination driving her actions.

The old man, unable to bear the humiliation of being defeated by a young girl, gathered his strength, raised himself from the bed, snatched the broken glass from the ground, and ran after Adaeze, determined not to let her escape.

As Adaeze was about unlocking the main door, she sensed something sharp going inside her stomach. Turning back was the Oldman who had mercilessly stabbed her at the back with the glass in his hand.
With blood flowing like a river, Adaeze fell down, closing her eyes for the final time.

As the weight of his actions set in, the old man knew he had to hide the evidence of his crime. With a heavy heart and trembling hands, he grabbed a mop and quickly began scrubbing away the bloodstains that stained the floor.

As the clock struck midnight, he carefully lifted Adaeze's lifeless body and carried her to the boot of his car. In the dead of night, he drove speedily , searching for a hidden spot to dispose of her body.
Finally, he decided to dump her body inside of a huge waste bin close to the main road, hoping that no one would ever discover the truth of what he had done.

Madam Gold on the other hand had slept off having partied all night with some of the money the Oldman gave her, unaware that her greediness and wickedness has led to the death of her niece "Adaeze".

Can the truth forever remain hidden? 😔😪😥
EPISODE 3, DROPPING TOMORROW...