starpryde:
It been a while I had time to read a novel (Once a hobby), but this story have re-ignite this passion again. Op I have to say Thank you and congratulation.

I should thank you too for reading, and to everyone else who took out time to read this story.. God bless you all...

Xandred:
Mehn bro u are truly a genius...i really enjoyed this story...God bless u for taking ur time to compose the story

Amin..

zubycharles:
Guy u dy bad....dis na moral lesson 2 all

True talk..

Pabloairmar:
d story seems to b a true life story

Not at all.. It's all fiction..

MrsDan:
I havent enjoyed reading for such a long time. Just stumbled on this and out of curiosity I decided to read, now I cant get enough.
Thanks for brightening my day.

You're welcome MrsDan

soulminister:
You referred to a girl above 20 a minor. In what universe is she a minor?

Trust Nigerian police. Although, Nancy wasn't entirely a minor, she was 22-yrs old, but the police would always twist everything in favour of the victim, since the culprit was older than her..

Nancywill:

Yu aint Far From The Truth Dear, I thought I Should compliment Your Effort. I've Been On This Forum Since 2013, Just Felt Reluctant Of Registering...Good Morning To You, Believe You Slept Well??

Yes I did. Slept like a baby.

jacoik:
guy u did well on this story, at d extreme end of it I didn't know when I started crying. can I have ur mail pls?

I'm indeed touched sir..

Clementayo@gmail.com

Jumat08:
Prof Clemzy! Kindly continue your story bro,it is filled with intrigue,nice write up.

Thanks Jumat

cc: Gracito Kindy51 Adonis3

.........12.........

EPILOGUE

ONE YEAR LATER

Nosa, his wife and daughter travelled abroad to the United states of America where they later settled as a family, with the assistance of Mr. Efosa Osadolor who made the VISA acquisition quicker.

Nosa then enrolled in the University of Pennsylvania, where he continued his education as an intending lawyer, at the age of thirty.

Nancy became a diplomat at the Nigerian embassy in the United States, and they lived happily ever after.


In life, there's no pleasure without pain, and no pain without pleasure. It doesn't matter which one comes first, because in the end; Love is the answer, nobody really cares what the question is... ...

THE END

.........11........

1, Oct, 2012

The nation was thrown into jubilation for yet another independence day celebration. Coincidentally, it was also the same day that Nosa was to gain independence from prison; after serving six years jail term. The prison warden majestically walked towards the cell, opened the gate and told Nosa that his family were outside waiting for him to come home. The news came as a shock to him, many a time, he thought he was gonna remain in custody for the rest of his life. For a moment, he didn't know whether to be excited or not, as prison life had become a part of his existence.

He had met new people in prison who had somehow became his family, some were innocent, some were murderers, some were kidnappers, some were fraudsters, and so on. They all came from different walks of life but they shared some similiarities, they all had different stories which brought them to prison, but one thing was common amongst all of them, they shared the same interest, hoping and praying to regain freedom someday. They had undergone through different orientations, as several organisations would come to share with them, words of inspirations, so that when they leave prison, they won't go back to their formal way of life. Among all of these, Nosa had developed interest in studying the bible always, as he had given his life to christ by becomming born again.

Nosa remained seated on the floor, as though he didn't hear what the prison warden had said; after a moment of silent prayers, he did the sign of the cross, then he reluctantly stood up, went around to bade his fellow inmate farewell, he gave them some words of encouragement, then he stepped out of the cell-room, but not after changing his clothes which was given to him by the prison warden.

Nosa slowly walked behind the prison warden, as they approached towards the entrance of the prison. Immediately they got outside, he met his entire family in a pitiable state, his mom bursted into tears on seeing her son looking tattered and unkept, his hair had grew so long that he looked like a mad man. His best-friends, Ochuko, Emmy, and Badmus were also there to receive him. His father ordered that he was driven home to freshen up, but he refused to follow them, insisting to see his child first. They tried to persuade him to go home first, but he would have none of it; It was either they took him to see his child or totally forget about him. They had no choice as they hopped into the cars that they came with. The driver conveyed him to Nancy's residence while he kept surveying the town which had transformed into a big city, as they were on their way to her house.

As they got to the place, Nosa was accompanied by his friends while his parents stayed back in their car. Nosa knocked on the gate, while Nancy who was dressing up her daughter, left her and made for the gate. As soon as she put the gate open, she couldn't believe her eyes as she met Nosa on the other side, and fainted immediately.

"MUMMY!!!" The daughter screamed as she saw what had happened, and ran towards her mom. Her cries attracted the knowledge of Mr. & Mrs Osadolor, as they came outside to behold what was happening.

Nancy woke up almost immediately in the hands of Nosa who was pleading for her to forgive him. It was a touching scene as tears slowly dropped down his cheek. He then helped Nancy up while she hugged him passionately in the process, and also started crying. She missed Nosa every single day and decided to keep herself hoping he would come back to her someday. Both Nosa's parents, including Nancy's parents walked closer and watched them speechless.

"This is your daughter, I named her Irené. Irené, meet your father. He loves you so much.." Nancy said and drew her closer to them. The five-year old looked exactly like her dad.

"I love you too, Daddy!" The little barbie said. She was so cute. The literal translation of her name means "I have come in Bini." and it's amazing how she finally came, despite all odds.

Nosa squatted and kissed the pretty Irené on her forehead. "I love you right back, my pretty angel." He said.

"Honey! There's something I'd always be willing to tell you, I was rooting for the right time to come. Will you marry me?" Nosa proposed with a racing heartbeat.

Nancy paused for a second, then turned back to look at her parents before spilling the words.

"I'll marry you, my prince charming." She said and kissed him lovingly.

Mr. Osadolor was stunned by the stunt they had pulled as he gave them a round of applause.

Mrs. Osadolor was all smiles to see her first child happy after many years of being lonely. The lecturer later got pregnant and gave birth to a set of twins, a boy and a girl.

Nosa's mom couldn't hide her joy as she moved closer to embrace her daughter-in-law. Mr. Osadolor and his wife also congratulated them and they became one big happy family..........

holuwajaytee:
mehn ! me no dey comment oooo bur dis got my attention baje
am so anxious to knw were it wud end

Thank God you finally came out from the shell..

ableguy:
Chai those guys fall my hands sha

Abi na.. Big time!

elhafeez:
good story. its full of twist and turns. I hope Nancy's aunt wouldn't die. this are the kind of story that deserve FP not Shia , Dasuki and bad news. that's why I love literature section it devoid of religion and tribal sentiments. Ride on OP more power to you elbow.

Thanks elhafeez... I purposely apply the twist to make the story more interesting..

jidjoks:
Charge your phone my friend before I loose my temper!!!!!!! Nice story line thou...

Thanks..

micfranklin:
You won't update nw, u wana spoil d suspense ..until we get tired nd bored of it ur eye go open.. Some guys dnt have time nd patience. Nice story tho. Kudos!

Abeg no vex.. I'll post the concluding update shortly.. Lemme reply the comments first.. Thanks..

Goldpeas:
sir clemz.... I'm waiting for the update on what happened after NANCY'S aunt collapsed

Nice write up Bro

I've done that bro...

Kesmakveli:
Good Write up so far Sir Clemz. Please I wouldnt mind putting on my generator for you o!!!! Weldone brother. #MoreGrace

Awww.. I'm so touched.. God bless you sir!

ezimo777:
I will rather say this Nancy of a girl have killed her aunt ooo!
Bad condition volume 13

You can say that again..

boxypane:
Better come n finish wetin u start OooOooo

No problemo.. The last update dey warm up..

fitness1:
Wow! I'm amazed that you stereotyped this as "A Short Story"..

Lol.. Is it that long?

kindy51:
Abeg clemsy notify me on your next update

I'll do just that..

812clothings:
Nice story line bruh, take your time to check before posting to correct typo-errors,wrong spelling/usage of words e.t.c

Thanks alot.. I'll do better next time..

Richnero:
Oga clemzy oya naw........ Come and continue ur tori

No wahala.. At ur service..

onunwa21:

U wan become Uche Jumbo or Nkem Owoh

It's not my fault bro... We're advised as writers to always put that caveat at the beginning of every story in this section.. It's part of Nairaland rules.. Thanks!

McPicnic:
Mhen oga Clemzy16 you're too much, I can't help but to comment. Keep it rolling bro

Thanks man..

onyi2016:
Don't tell me dat u are sleeping.Finish it.

Hehehe... I neva wanted to sleep, na my bat3 low..

sexymonkey:
Egbon clemzy16 please come and complete the story.

Ok ma... The last update will come in a bit...

MrsPhyno:
Pleasure and Pain, two of Decker 's favourites

Omg that's why it's good to read the OP's post b4 commenting.... I thought this was gonna be poetry

You guessed wrong....

You're welcome Mrsphyno

Madamkilljoy:
Clemzy oh, come and complete this sweet tori. *Spreads camp bed* Abeg, who dey sell pop corn?

Lekinz is the pop-corn seller, he'll be here very soon...