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THE BULLY BOSS

(LIFE SAVIOR)

EPISODE 9

# ADMIN_LIXZIE



 

Lucas opened the room and met the room was a little dark. He saw the small figure sitting on the cold floor. Thinking back he could not imagine the tough Amanda he knew could be down graded like this. He knew she was scared. He walked to her and place his hands on her shoulders

“Mandy it’s me” he quickly said as he saw her flinched.

I was confused when I saw him. Why was he here?

“Don’t worry am getting you out of here” he said and swift me off the floor in one go….he carried me out of the room.

 

Bernardo saw his new teddy on Lucas hands.

“Done?” Lucas asked Jo and Jo nodded.


“Bernardo….then our deal is done….you have no business with this woman and her family…if you mess with her…you mess with me…and when you mess with me you know the consequences” Lucas said

“Yes yes yes…..am sorry am so sorry” he said.

 

 

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I opened my eyes and hope it was all a dream. Of course it’s a dream. I smiled as I lay back down.

“Haaa…” I sigh.



“You know if you keep

Sleeping all day you will miss lunch too” I heard a voice. I frown without opening my eyes. Was I still dreaming? Why am I hearing Lucas voice and why……… I jump off the bed.

“You….you…why are you here!!!” I yelled

“Seriously? I wasn’t expecting this kind of reaction after what happened between us last night” he said and smirk.

“What!!!! Las….last night!!!!” I yelled and look at myself….I was on a big sleeve and a mini boxers and they belonged to Lucas

“Aaaahhhh you psycho bastard!!!!” I yelled and bounce on him….immediately Landing a punch on his jaw and a kick followed to his balls……. Lucas was groaning in pains trying to push her away…he didn’t want to hurt her.

 

Jo and Jeremy heard the noise and ran into the room….but met Amanda on Lucas pulling his hair. Lucas on the other hand was trying to pull her away.

“Amanda!!!!!” Jeremy yelled and pulled me away. I was surprised when I saw Jeremy.

“What are you doing here?” I asked

 

 

I was so embarrassed after Jeremy told me everything. I look at Lucas….he was angry and was glaring at me. He had ice in between his legs and another on his jaw.



“Am sorry…..does….does it hurts?” I said and he glared more

“How could you hit him?” Jeremy asked

“It was his fault if only he didn’t make me misunderstand….. he said after what we did last night ….so I ……” I stopped talking I was even embarrassed too finish. “Am sorry” I added

“My brother saved you last night….you should be thankful….he didn’t leave your side….oh and for your clothes it was the female maids that changed them” Jeremy said

“Am so sorry….I didn’t know….I…”

Lucas stood up and walked slowly back into the room.

“Go with him” Jeremy said

“No way!” I whispered

“He’s your savior!” Jeremy pushed me along.

I walked into the room and met him as he frown his eyes like he was in pains.

I walked to him

“Let….let me help you” I said collected the ice from his cheek.

“You really thought I slept with you?” He asked

“Am sorry I misunderstood”

“Mandy….what you don’t know is that I cannot sleep with you until you give me a permission that means summitting yourself to me” He said and I press the ice harder on his face and he hissed in pains

“Sorry!!!” I said mockingly

“Am serious…and I’ve settled the debt with Bernardo he won’t be coming anymore “ he said

“What!!!!! How can I ever repay you……I won’t sleep with you!!!!” I said

“I never ask for you to pay me back with your body…..why are you talking about sex when it comes to me?” He asked

“Because that’s all you know when you see a woman” I said and he smirk

“You owe me Mandy…..” he said

“If you don’t want my body then what do you want?” I asked

“Be my woman” he said

“What!!!!!! That still means sleeping with you” I yelled

“No….it’s means you’re mine and no other man can have you…..I’ll tell you again….if never touch you without your permission “ he said

“That’s too much! What difference do you make from Bernardo?” I asked

“Don’t you dare…..ever in your life compare me with him” he yelled

“Am sorry I don’t belong to anyone and no one owes me….I never even asked you to pay Bernardo the money….so if you want, which I know you can’t do, go to Bernardo and collect your money….. as for the four months? I’ll work in full!!!!!” I yelled

“Mandy!!!!” He yelled

“Stop calling me Mandy…..it’s disgusting!” I yelled

“You’re an ungrateful bitch!” He looks angry. Lucas was angry so angry, after all he had done he thought he could finally get to her pants and Bleep her all he wanted but she’s still getting so hard to get!

“I’d rather be an ungrateful bitch than be one of your bitch!” I replied “thank you for saving me….” I added.

“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked

“Home of course….I have to prepare for work against tomorrow….sir” I added and left the room.

Lucas smash the ice on the floor.

He had never done something he regrets before…now he regret ever helping her. He should be the one using her not her using him.

“Jo!!!!” He yelled and Jo ran in.

“Move Amanda’s desk into my office tomorrow….”

“What…why!??” Jo frown

“Just do as I say and don’t question me!” Lucas yelled

 

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Bernardo was so angry.

“That Lucas is doing too much!!!!” He yelled

“Boss he had pairs you everything….what’s next?”

“You fool! I never wanted the money…all I want was Arlington daughter….why do you think I scammed him!!!! If I don’t have that girl no one can! I’ve got to make a plan fast!” He said

“What if we kidnap her?”

“That’s a beautiful idea but let’s wait for sometime….we can’t be in haste or Lucas will suspect….keep an eye on her for me….I’ll never lose my teddy to anyone!” Bernardo yelled

 

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Jeremy drove me home.

“So what are your plans?” He asked

“I don’t know Jey” I said and lower my head. “I can’t believe they’ll do that to me”

“You can’t go back to that house” he said

“Do I have a choice? I have nowhere else to go” I said

“My grandfather gave me an apartment before he died….it’s small but legit….you can live there for as long as you like” he said

“What!!!!”

“Get all your things Amanda….don’t worry…just live there till everything is fine” Jeremy said

“Come here….” I said and hugged him.

“Aaahhhh Amanda am driving….do you want to cause accident….if I hurt you my brother will kill me” he said

“Lucas? He’s a….”

“Don’t judge him so fast….I think you two are great match…he’s your life savior after all like your soulmate “ Jeremy said

“One more word and I’ll twist your neck!!” I got angry when he said soulmate.

“Sorrrrryyyyyy” He said.

 

When I got home I met the couples at home. I woke pass them and went straight to my room, I packed my stuffs as fast as I could.

“Amanda….” I heard my name but I played dumb. “Honey….are you okay? Am sorry….you know we did it for Nora” she added

I drag my rough packed luggage with me.

I stopped at the sitting room and glared at my father.

“Amand…….”

“Shut up…..don’t you even dare say a word!!!!! You’re a disgrace!” I said and start packing my stuffs out. Jeremy came to assist me. They were too much for me to carry alone.

They watch me pack my things out without saying anything…..when I was done she finally said “what about Nora?”

“Am coming to take my sister with me….and if you refuse am filing a case against you two for human trafficking!” I said and saw the fear in their eyes.

 

Jeremy drove me to the house. On our way, he’ll look at me continuously. “Am fine” I smiled

“You’re not fine….you should not keep pains within you Anda”

“I said am fine Jer…..don’t worry” I lied.

 

We arrived at a little but modern house. It was so cute.

“You like it?” He asked

“No…..but I love it….thanks Her what would I do without you?”

“I’ll help you unpack and clean the house….it’s a bit dusty” he said

“Ok….we got all night long”

 

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I got to work really late the next morning.

When I got to my post, my desk was gone.

“Where’s my desk?” I asked Betty

“Dunno….I came this morning and it was gone…..did the boss fire you?” She asked

“Hahaha….no way….!!!! No way….. I’ll ask Jo” I laughed crazily and went to Jo’s office.

 

“Jo!!!!! Good morning….” I said

“It’s afternoon miss Amanda…..and you’re late” he said

“Hehehehe…..am sorry about that…so where is my desk?” I went straight to the point.

“Come with me” he said. I tagged along.

 

We went into Lucas office and bam!!!!! My desk was in his office.

“Why is my desk in here?” I asked trying to think it’s a joke.

“Well from today Miss Amanda…this is your post…..”

“What!!!! No way!!!!” I yelled

“And…..” he cut in “congratulations….you’re now Mr Lucas personal secretary” he said I almost explode “you have no choice Amanda…..you’ll do as the boss says, remember you owe us four months….so….good luck” he smiled and left.

“Aaaaahhhhhh!!!!!!” I whine. “This is not fair…..he disgust me!!!! Now I have to spend 11 hours seeing his gross face…..and see him do his rubbish!!!!!!!!”

The door opened and Lucas came in smiling a girl tagged along with him.

“Oh God….this can’t be happening……”

 

THE BULLY BOSS

(GRATITUDE)

EPISODE 10

# ADMIN_LIXZIE

 

“Why is my desk in here…..sir?” I went straight to the point.

“Baby you’re hot…..you know that?” He whispered to the girl but I could hear him clearly.

“Am only got for you” she replied

His hands cup the girl’s breast and squeezed it tight. She moan in pleasure.

“You like that don’t you?” He was looking at me as if he was asking me

“Yes….oh yes…..!” She hurriedly said.

I was so angry. I wanted to go outside.

“Where do you think you’re going?” He asked but I didn’t stop. I pulled the door and walk out.

The girl robbed Lucas chest “so when are we starting……”

“Get lost!!!!!” He said and ran after Amanda.

 

Lucas stood. Did he just rejected sex just because he wanted to make sure Amanda was fine This has never happened before. What’s wrong Lucas!!!!!!

“Lucas!!!!” He heard his name.

“My God….the president is back!!!!”

“He’s back!!!!”

“That’s the president!!! MR Harrison!”

People began to murmur and pay respect.

Lucas turned back.

“We didn’t get enough time to talk last time….you know where to meet me!” He said. Lucas mood swift instantly with the presence of the man who ruined his life.

 

Lucas came to his office and met his father sitting on his chair.

“You’re doing good so far….the company is…”

“Why are you here?” Lucas asked

“Oh I forgot….you like going straight to the point……Merge I’ve merge this company with ****** company. For the next variational show both you…….”

“Why did you do that without my concert?!” Lucas tried to be calm

“It’s my company Lucas….I can do whatever I want with it and frankly speaking, Mariam is a nice girl….the fact that you don’t wanna get married doesn’t mean……”

“If you’re done please get out!” Lucas said

“Don’t you have any manner……”

“No I don’t!!!! I’ve lost it long ago….. you should know well that I don’t like seeing your face!” Lucas yelled

“Whether you like it or not imyoull continue to see my face for I am your father!!!!” He yelled

 

It became quite again “Later on Mariam will come to see you….I think she still love you….I don’t want to hear nonsense happen if she comes” he said and left.

 

Immediately the president left, Jo went to Lucas

“Are you okay, do you need anything?” Jo asked

“Am fine Jo…..you can go…..” he said. Jo nodded about to leave but Lucas said “wait….can I ask you a question?”

“Yes anything”

“Well…..It’s not me it’s ….a friend of mine….so this my friend he kind of starting to like this girl….but the girl doesn’t care or like him back….what should my friend do?…uhhmmmmm” he said and cleared his throat.

“Well Mr Lucas, I’ll advise that your friend to give up cause the girl doesn’t like him”

“What!!!!! How do you know she won’t come to like me…uhmmm sorry him” Lucas wasn’t a great actor or liar. Jo knows him well enough.

“Well….let him consult a psychotherapist maybe it’ll be enough help” Jo said.

“Hmmmm ok I’ll tell that my friend” Lucas replied and Jo left the room smiling.

 

On his way he met Amanda. She looks sour.

“Amanda? What’s wrong?” He asked

“I wish I never accepted this job” I smiled bitterly. “It’s a bad luck for me”

“Why do you say that?” He asked

“Jo look around! Four months….good four months!!!!! I haven’t even finished the first four months, am frustrated!!!! If not for the money I owe the him I’d have quit and not just that! I owe him too much!”

“That’s a good thing” he said

“No it’s a bad thing! Now my desk is in his office…..I have to breath the same air with him…..”

“So you’re not grateful after all he did for you?” He asked out of the blue

“Jo….no….am really grateful….he’s my savior….I’ll definitely pay him back one day…..I owe him too much but…….”

“There is no buts Amanda “ he cut in “sometimes you should try to see things from other people’s point of view, not only from yours” he pat my shoulders and left.

‘What does he mean by that?’ I wondered.

 

I went into his office well which was now my office too. It was big enough….at least I’ll just pretend he doesn’t exist when necessary.

“Where did you go??!!!” He sounded angry

“….” I didn’t say anything nor look at him. I just buried my head on my files

“Am talking to you!!!!!” He yelled. But she didn’t even move….it’s like she was ignoring him and it made him more angry….no girl dare to ignore him….infact it has never happened before….

“Amanda!!!!!” He yelled, seeing she was so stubborn Lucas wanted to teach her a lesson….he decided to discipline her.

 

He walked to her and carried her off her girl like a piece of paper.

“Aaaahhhhh put me down!!!! Let me go!!!!!” I yelled beating his hard back. But he just carried me to his room and land me on the sofa….immediately his heavy body rested on me. “Aaaahhhhh What are you doing!!!!!” I yelled

He didn’t say anything…..he pinned my hands and made sure my legs was opened so he can fit in between.

“Let me go….you!!!!!!” I yelled

How he have pinned me down….I couldn’t even move my body.

Finally he said “it’s been long I disciplined you…this attitude of yours is killing me….” he said

“What….what did I do this time…..let me go or else……”

“Or else what?” He smiled

“I….I….I’ll scream…..” I said.

“Go on” he smirked

“W….what…..”

“Go on….you said you wanted to scream…..do it” he said

“I’ll really scream” I said again and He nodded

“HELP!!!!!!!!!!!!! Aaaaaahhhhhhhh HELP MEEEEEEEEE……..!!!!!!!! HELP…………” he suddenly started to laugh really hard “what’s so funny?!” I asked

“Your scream is so sexy….is that how you’ll scream when I enter you from here” he moved his waist.

I got really pissed “I swear to you Lucas….I’ll kill you….I’ll kill you!!!!!!!”

“I know….Infact you’re killing me already but I don’t want my death to be waste. So back to your discipline…..”

“Don’t you dare kiss me…..” I said

“….” he smirked even more. The amusement in his face was too much as his lips crush mine.

‘Oh no this can’t be happening!!!!’ I said in my head.

I sealed my teeth together so his tongue doesn’t drive into my mouth. But the pressure he was applying to my lips was too much I could only give up and allowed his tongue to slide into my mouth.

I felt this sudden sensation but I quickly shake it up and bite his lips hard.

“Aaaarrrrgggghhhhh Mandy!!!! Are you a dog!!!! Why did you bite me!!!!” He yelled but was still holding me.

“Let me go!!!!” I yelled. His lips were swollen and red.

“Aaahhhh you made a big mistake my little doggie….you like to bite don’t you?” He look scary.

“What are you trying to do? You brat!!!” I was so angry he kissed me…..twice already.

“Am going to give you a hickey” he said and smile

“No you won’t!” I said

“Yes I will…..” he replied

“Don’t!!!!!!” I yelled

“Beg me” He said

“Why should I?” I yelled

“I’ll hurt your pride….” he lowered his head to my neck

“No….ok ok Please don’t….Please Lucas!” I said putting my pride away.

“Huh!!!! Make it sexy…..” he said

“What!!!!!!” I yelled and he kissed my neck “aaahhhh ok ok…. am really really sorry….please boss don’t do it….” I said

“Uhhmmmm……Tell me please…more….” he said and suck the spot he just kissed

“Please……please……” I yelled

“Calmly….not so loud…..say please slowly and calmly…..like your body is on fire…..” he said and used his teeth to hold the flesh on my neck.

“Ok…..ok…..please…..please…..” I said but his teeth bite my neck as he began to suck my neck…..

“Aaaahhhhh Stop!!!!!! You dog!!!!!!………”

 

He finally get off me and instead of heading to the door as last time I punched on him and kick him on his stomach. He groan and before he could react I kicked him down below.

“Aaaarrrrgggghhhhh stupid girl!!!!!” He cried

I grab his hand took his thumb into my mouth and bite it so hard. “Aaarrrghhhh……aaaaaaahhhhhhh!!!!!” He yelled as he tried to push me again. Until I taste blood before I let go and ran out of the room

“Stupid bastard!!!!!” I yelled



 

Tbc...

THE BULLY BOSS

(A PRICE TO PAY)

EPISODE 7

# ADMIN_LIXZIE



 

 

 

Jo watched Lucas, this is the first time he had ever seen him being to a bar party and not order for girls. He kept on drinking.

“Are you okay?” Jo asked

“She’s playing hard to get isn’t she?” He said

“Who?”

“Amanda of course!!!!! Who else am I referring to!!!!!” He yelled angrily.

“She doesn’t like your personality….” Jo stopped talking immediately Lucas glared at him.


“Last time she kicked my balls….today she punched my jaw…what’s wrong with her?”He asked but jo was silent. “Jo….why ain’t you saying anything?”

“If I say something now you’d glare at me again…” Jo said

“Go on…it’s better than not saying anything!” Lucas said

“Ok fine…you want me to say something? Then just leave her alone….”

“I can’t….it’s like my mind is trapped by her” Lucas said



“Ok just answer these questions….do you think about her a lot?”

“Well…yes…I already told you she’s trapped in my mind” he answered and took a sip from his beer

“Do you miss her when you don’t see her?” Jo asked

“Where is all this questions leading to?” Lucas was paranoid

“Fine then I’ll stop….it’s like you don’t need my help” Jo said

“Ok…ok fine….I don’t know but….yes….I think I do” Lucas took a big sip again

“Do you feel like some sensation on your chest…like whenever she’s around you?” He asked and Lucas remembered how his heart softened when he saw her red swollen lips

“Yes…..I do” he answered

“Do you find unnecessary excuses just to be with her and spend time with her?”

“Yes….why are you asking all these questions?” Lucas frowned



“If you keep thinking about her,you just miss her for no reason,feel some sweet sensation in your chest whenever she’s around you, find excuses to keep her around you longer, even love the way she piss you off and make you mad…..then….”

“Then what?” Lucas was so curious to know

“You promise not to kill me if I say it?” Jo asked

“I won’t” Lucas said

“Ok then Lucas Harrison….you’re in love man!” Jo said and quickly ran off. Lucas was still in daze.

‘In love That’s the most useless word he had ever heard. How can he be in love with that…..cheap naive girl….he just want to Bleep her that all….nothing more nothing less…jo is crazy….maybe he should go see his psychiatrist tomorrow…..’ Lucas thought and drank really hard that night.

 

Jo drive Lucas home. As Lucas lean on to him into the house, someone walk towards them. Jo flinched as he saw Mr Harrison.

“So you’re still living this useless life of yours Lucas!!!!!” He roared.

Lucas was drunk but he was still himself….the bastard kind of a son he had always been. He removed his hands from Jo’s shoulders and smirked at his father.

“Am drunk father and my head is spinning…..don’t force me to open my mouth in this state…am sure you don’t like hearing my trash” Lucas replied. His father walk to him and slapped him hard.

“Haaaa…..stop both of you!!!” Mrs Harrison ran in between them.

“You good for nothing….you’re a disgrace to my family to my life” he roared

“Am a disgrace? You made me like this!!!!! You turned me into this….it’s all your fault!!!! You think I enjoy the life am leaving? You think I love being like this? The only thing I love is that as I leave the life you made for me it torments you day and night…..I wonder how you’re still alive!”

“Do not speak to your father in that manner!!!” Mrs Harrison yelled

“I don’t have a son like him” mr Harrison said

“And I don’t have a father like you….so please….stay away from my life…..you’ve ruined it already…what more can you do!” Lucas yelled and hold unto Jo “Lead me inside please…” he said softly

Mrs Harrison glared at her husband “do you have to do this all the time!!!!” She yelled.

She went to the kitchen and got a bowl of water…she got a towel and went to Lucas room.

She heard him telling Jo to get out and let him be along. While Jo was leaving he met Mrs Harrison on the way and bow to her before her left.

She entered the room and wet the towel…..she cleaned his hands first. Lucas opened his heavy eyes which was in tears

“It’s your fault too….you sacrificed me….” he could only whisper before he pass out.

 

Mrs Harrison couldn’t help but cry as she remembered when Lucas was just 3 years old.

“Mom I hate going with daddy please don’t let him take when when he’ll be leaving tonight….please mommy” he cried as he cling unto her.

“If you don’t go with him who else do you want him to take with him? Your older brothers?” She yelled

“Mom…daddy do bad things….I hate seeing the things he……”

“Shut up and bare it….what do you know!!!!!” She yelled.

 

 

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Amanda ran into the hospital and with Jeremy behind her.

She saw some men dragging her step mother while the others were trying to pull Nora’s bed.

“Stop what do you think you’re doing?” I yelled

“Amanda….Amanda…” she cried

“Stay back!!!….” Jeremy stopped

“And who do you think you are!!!” The man yelled

“Mom whats going on?” I asked

“This is my elders daughter…..Tell your Boss I’ll send her as a payment for what my husband owe tomorrow…” she said and I was confused…..’ sent as a payment?’

The men seem to smile “I’ll tell my boss…..he’ll love this more than his money” they walk away

“What’s the meaning of that?” I asked

“Amanda….your father got scammed and the money for Nora’s treatment is gonna….he owes his boss too….so what do you expect me to do? Let them have my child?!!!” She have showed her true self.

“So instead you traded me….?” I smiled but then burst into laughter. Jeremy stood there confused. He quickly grab his phone and started calling Lucas….he called and called and called but he wasn’t picking up.

“How could you!!!!!!” I yelled

“What!!!!” She yelled back “you want Nora to die or go with them?” She said.

“So this is what you want? To sell me off?” I asked just then Father walked in.

“Mr Bernardo….accepted the offer….now all we have to do is get you ready tomorrow….it’s just one night….it’ll be over before you know it..please dear” He was about to touch my shoulders but I moved away.

I laughed like a psychopath. “Really So…..” my throat was heavy. I was short of words.

Jeremy knee he had no time to waste so he ran off to look for a solution.

“Fine….I’ll do it…it’s just one night anyway “ I said. They were both surprised that I agreed.

I walk towards the corridor and called Jo. He picked up in one go.

“Amanda…are you okay?” He asked

“Sir….I need your help….can I get my four months salary now? Please….my kid sister needs the surgery and I promise I’ll work for four months and I won’t run away I swears….please” I said

“Hmm….this is a big task you’re asking….it can’t be done but since you’re Jeremy’s friend….I’ll agree” he said

“Oh thank you Mr Jo….God bless you” I said

“It’s okay…”

“And one more favor please….” I asked

“What is it?” He asked

“I need a day off tomorrow….and….maybe next…just two days….I have to be with my sister….” I lied

“It’s okay Jo….don’t worry….make sure you’re back in two days okay” he said

“Ok good night mr Jo” I said.

 

I look at the night sky. It was beautiful.

“Don’t cry Amanda…you’re strong…you can do anything…you’re not weak….you’ll be great tomorrow and all these will be part of your past…..it’s just one night…..aaarrrgggghh you fool!!!! Why are you so soft hearted!!!! Why do you even agree!!!!!!” I yelled to myself.

 

 

 

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Before the next morning Jo transferred the money to me. I deposited everything to my stepmother.

“Amanda….” she tried to be caring again

“Please don’t!!!! From now on…just act like I don’t excite…like am invisible….just as father does…..” I said

“Thank you” She said and I smirk at her.

“May you perish with your gratitude” I cursed and left the hospital.

 

The next day I woke up pretty late. After I freshen up, I went downstairs only to meet two men at our door.

Father wake up to me. He handed me a box.

“These are what he wanted you to wear when coming….I bought them” he said and I almost laugh out like crazy. This is a father who had never once buy me Christmas clothes or birth clothes….ever since mom left….he had never bought me anything. But now he bought me a cloth that I’ll wear to sell my body…my pride…..

I collected the box….I turned back to my room when he said

“You’ve never been useful in this family….maybe this is a chance to provoke yourself “ hesaid and my heart suck in anger. I walk into my room, shut the door and slam the box on the floor.

 

THE BULLY BOSS

(A PRICE TO PAY)

EPISODE 8

# ADMIN_LIXZIE

 

 

 

I got dressed and walk out of the house. I look at my phone as Jeremy kept calling.

“You can’t bring your phone along!” The man said as he drag my phone from me.

“Don’t worry Amanda…they won’t hurt you” Dad said. I didn’t look at him as I climb into the car.

I crush the cat sit with my long fingers. Trying to get myself together and not freak out. I was scared. So scared.

 

 

 

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Jeremy rushed into the house.

“Jer…..” She dash pass her mother….he rushed upstairs to Lucas room. Lucas was still asleep on his bed.

“Lucas…..Lucas!!!!” Jeremy yelled as he drag the blanket off Lucas.

Lucas was not the type that sleep that deep even though he was drunk last night. He opened his eyes and look at Jeremy.

“Lucas…..it’s Amanda…..” upon hearing the name Amanda Lucas body jerk up on its own and before he new it his mouth moved “what about her?!!!” Jeremy was silent “fucking answer me Jeremy!!!!”

“She’s been offered by her parent to Bernardo….her dad owes him money…something like now…now he wants to use Amanda to pay!! Please bro you have to help her….”

Lucas stood up immediately and heard to his bathroom. He took a quick shower and rush back out.

“Call Jo….tell him to get down here right now!” He said to Jeremy.

 

Jo was already nearby when he received the call. So he got there almost immediately.

“Amanda called yesterday asking for her four months salary….”

“Yes she used that to pay for her sister’s hospital bills” Jeremy replied. “If only dad didn’t freeze my acct I would have been able to help her…”

Meanwhile Lucas was calm all through the way. Jo look over to him…. he couldn’t read what was on his mind. He knows Lucas never liked Bernardo, even though Bernardo is afraid of him. They are both strong rivals.

“What do you plan to do Sir?” Jo asked

“Yes bro…”

“Am gonna Kill any jerk who dare touch her if I get there…I don’t give a Bleep who it is!” He roared surprisingly

 

 

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The car stopped at some kind of a villa. I came down from the car and look around. It was a mini hotel, almost like a villa.

“Where are we?” I asked

“Shut up and get inside!” The man push my ass. I provoked, turn around and punch his jaw.

“Don’t you dare touch me again!” I yelled forgetting I hold no ground in here.

“You bitch!!!!” About to hit me but I move back and his hand hit thin air.

“Enough!!!! Mr Bernardo want her inside” another man said

“It’s your lucky day bitch!!! But I swear when my boss is done with you? am gonna take you for another round!” He said

“In your dreams!!!” I rolled my eyes and walk into the house on my own.

 

They lead me to the Bernardo.

I was surprised to see the elderly man, even older than father. His eyes moved all over my body, I felt naked already.

“Arlington know just how much it worth” his disgusting voice said. Finally I’ve found someone as disgusting as Lucas..’wait but why am I suddenly comparing him to Lucas in this case?’

“Come here teddy” he said but I glared at him.

“My name is Amanda and I want to make it clear to you sir….”

“She’s rude….I love her already” he said

“You want my body right? Fine let’s make it quick…am disgusted by you already” I said

“Disgusted? Ahh that’s a hash word to use for someone like me. You see girl? Your father owes me lot of money and one sex won’t be enough to clear the bills….seeing the way I like you…I plan on making you mine forever “ he smiled

“What??!!!!” I yelled

“You’re mine now Amanda….with they way your figure stands and everything….I don’t think I’ll ever get tire of your pussy….am sure it’s as attractive as your face and body” he said

So I wasn’t only gonna sleep with him for one night but for all the days of my life With an old tug him?

“But….but that wasn’t the deal!!!” I yelled

“Who cares….am Bernardo….I don’t give a Bleep!!! Take her to my room….am already wanting with just looking at her!” He said. His man drag me into a room.

Some lady’s walked in….they were so aggressive as they strip my clothes off me….and gave me a pink robe and a pink hair bank.

“The boss love pink….seeing he asked us to wear this expensive robe on you….he must really like you” one of the women said.

 

The locked me inside the room and left. I was still panting heavily…..this wasn’t what I planned and how I planned….!!!

The room had no window….just a door which the maids have locked.

‘So this is it….it would have been better to sleep with Lucas than that old tug!!!’ I began to cry.

 

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Bernardo man ran to him just when he was about to go play with his new teddy.

“Who did you say is here?”

“Harrison Lucas boss!” The man exclaimed

“What…why is he here!!!!…..quickly…..put everything together….” Bernardo said.

 

Lucas matching into the hotel….no one dare stop him. He saw Bernardo rush out with a robe on.

“Mr Harrison…what do I own this unexpected vi….” he didn’t complete his words as a punch landed on his jaw with another kick on his chest.

Bernard men didn’t dare move. They have faced Lucas before and they know what he’s capable of….and they didn’t want another taste of it.

“Where is she?!!!!” Lucas yelled

“She….sh….she Who….” Bernardo asked

“Oh….it’s like your memory is bad, why don’t I amend them for you huh!!!!!” Lucas grab his robe about to punch Bernardo

“She’s in my room….I haven’t touched her yet….I swear……you know me…..I won’t dare to….I swear I didn’t know she was your woman….am sorry am sorry….” Bernardo pleaded.

“Where is the room!?” Lucas asked and Bernardo men quickly pointed and gave Lucas the keys. “Settle whatever her family owns him Jo” Lucas added and walk towards the room.

 

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I was inside when I heard the door being unlocked. I shivered more as my legs failed me. The memories when I was raped filled my head. Back then mom just left and dad gets drunk every time he comes home. I was frustrated by the smell of cigarettes and alcohol at midnight. I was unable to sleep…I was 10 there about, so I ran out of the house.

The sky was beautiful and so I look up like every kid should do.

“Hey little girl?!!!” I heard a voice….I turned back with so much fear. I know how much evil the world is…mom always told me about it. So I took haste running home. I screamed and yelled my dads name….crying as the man catches up with me just in front of my house….he torn my clothes and raped me.

Remembering this, I felt so weak…. this was a memory I promise myself I would try hard to forget. While he raped me he covered my mouth. I was in so much pain…at that young age.



I remembered sneaking back into my room with my legs covered with blood. I was scared, no one to confront me….no one to treat me or take care of me. I wipe myself in my bathroom. I remembered stealing dads money when he was in his bathroom and used the money to go to the clinic. The nurse was so good. She felt so much pity….within the weeks I had an infection too…she treated me…she wanted to report to the police but I begged her not to. She asked why and I told her because I was too embarrassed….and I want the secret to died…. I remembered how she suddenly left too…I ask around and was told she got married and flew abroad. I cried so much that day. I remembered signing up to learn martial art so that I can be able to fight and defend myself…..

 

While all these memories filled my head….a hand grab my shoulders…I flinched fear then I heard the name “Mandy….it’s me……”

 

Tbc

THE BULLY BOSS
(PERFECT MATCH)
EPISODE 5

 

 

I don’t really know what I was doing as a secretary because Jo does everything. Betty and I are getting along well. Lucas has not been calling me to his office and I enjoyed my stay but just for a while.
A girl on heels walked towards the door. Her leather skirt….should I even call it a skirt because it was too short, her pants were showing. I mean I do like short clothes too but hers was too much.
Her red lips moved round and round because she was chewing gum.
“Where do you think you’re going?” I asked and she paused
“Oops sorry sweetheart…” she chewed her gum again and walk towards me. “Is boss around?” She asked
“What if he’s around?” I answered. She smiled
“Just call him…let him know TY is here” she said. Betty did the calling.
“He said you should escort her in Amanda” she said
“What!!!! No way!!! Why me?” I asked and Betty made a Dunno sign.
“Are we going?” She asked
“Sure!!!!” I said and walk towards the door. She followed behind me.

I lead her in.
“Hi boss…” she giggled and walked to him. But his eyes were fixed on me.
“I’ll be on my way!” I said
“Stop right there!!!!” He yelled
“When are we starting boss” The girl sat on his laps and began to rock him “you know am already honey and wet for you….aahhh…..”
I look back at him but his face got angry.
“I want to teach a little liar a lesson!!!” He said.
‘Little liar What does he mean?’ I wondered
He push the girl to his desk as his glass title fell on the ground and shattered.
‘What is he trying to do?’ I was confused but then he stripe the girls pant off and unzip his pants and brought dick out….before I could turn my face away my eyes have already saw them.
I wanted to move again “dare to move out then you lose your job!” He said. Who cares…I wanted to leave but then I remembered the promise I made to Nora. I hold myself but I wasn’t the type that keep promises….I walk out of the office with anger.

Lucas was surprised. Immediately he loses interest in sex. He push the girl aside and said “Get lost” the girl was confused at first but she quickly amend her unders….adjust her skirt and held out.
“Amanda!!!!!” Lucas was angry. No girl has ever rejected him, treat him like trash and gave him a kick on his dick!!!…. it annoys him more that he can’t have her.



I went back to my sit. There is no way he can fire me. It wasn’t him who employed me. It’s his mother. Am stubborn I know.
Betty was curious what happened inside the office but she didn’t dare ask. Amanda look so angry.

I grab my phone and called Jeremy right there on my desk.

******************

Jeremy was playing his video game when he saw Anda appeared on his phone.
“Uh oh….no way am picking that up she’s gonna Kill me” he said
He remembered telling Lucas that he wasn’t Amanda’s boyfriend.
The call didn’t stop so Jeremy quickly switch his phone off.
He went and use the maids phone to call Katie.
“Am died!!!!” He yelled
“What happen Jeremy are you in some trouble? Anda called me just now she’s looking for you like hell….she said she’s gonna Kill you” Katie said. Jeremy put his fingers on his mouth.

Shortly after Lucas came home and went threat to Jeremy.
“Bro…hehehe you….you’re back…..oh you look angry too” he rub his head.
“That friend of yours….she’s getting on my nerves….can you believe I fired her but she refused to leave?!!!! Ha……!!!!”
“She’s just like you…..” Jeremy murmured to himself
“What did you say?”
“Nothing bro…..what did she do this time?” Jeremy asked
“Forget it!!!” Lucas walked away angrily.
“Good for you ….she’s gonna Kill me when she sees me!!!” Jeremy whined.

*****************

Jo brought the news to Mrs Harrison.
“So what do you think?” She asked
“I don’t know but it’s like she’s a match for him” Jo answered
“Let’s just watch some more. All I need is someone to fix his head…this sex of a thing is killing him….” she said
“I’ll always keep an eye on them” Jo said
“I just pray she’s the one” she murmured.
“Mr Harrison will be back tomorrow….” Jo said
“Yes….that’s a very big problem for Lucas….if he finds out Lucas is still a sex addict?…..” she stopped talking

 

 

THE BULLY BOSS
(THE PERFECT MATCH)
EPISODE 6
# ADMIN_LIXZIE

Mr Arlington looked at the files in his hands. He had been scammed. He used his company’s money and the money for Nora’s treatment to pay for the project. Now he got to the company and met everything was fake.
Nora’s treatment is just next week. He didn’t know what to do. His cellphone was ringing. It was his boss Bernard calling.
“Arlington where are you!!!! What the hell did you do!!!” He yelled
“Sir…..sir I was….was scammed and…and the money….!”
“You better find a way to pay me back my money or else I’ll end you!!!” He yelled
“Sir….mr Bernard…..Mr……!!!!” He ended the call. Then another call entered his phone. It was his wife.
He get hold of himself and picked the call.
“Honey…Nora’s condition has gotten worse…her surgery has been rescheduled this Saturday….the doctors said we should pay today” she said but the other end of the phone was silent. “Hello honey Are you there??”
“The money is gone….” he said
“What??!!!! What….what do you mean??!!!” She yelled
“I don’t know I invested the money on a project…but I was scammed and now…..”
“If this is a joke better stop it and bring the money for Nora’s treatment today!!!!” She yelled in tears and ended the called.

*******************

Lucas just finished satisfying himself as the paid the girl off. But he still can’t get his mind off Amanda. Was she a witch or something? How can she be stuck in his head like this!.
(A knock on the door)
The door opened almost immediately after the knock it was the witch.
“Yesterday I summited the profile project of the director…he called me to come collect it back and returned it to him if you’re done reviewing it” I said
“How much do you want I’ll give it to you…anything you want….just let me have you for one night” he said. Lucas was surprised at himself too he had never begged a girl for sex before…infact they are the ones who beg him to sleep with them.
“I am not for sale and am not a hoe” I replied “now can I get the file or should I come back later?” I asked but he smirk.
“You hate me don’t you?” He asked
“A lot” I answered
“Why?” He asked
“I don’t know and I don’t care to know” I was so rude to him and I feel like slapping his handsome face over and over again. His personality was so disgusting.
He stood up and walk close to me. He drag my waist to his body and pinned my hands.
I was about to raise my knee to give him a kick on his balls again but he quickly lift me up in one swift and carry me on his broad shoulders.
“Let me go!!!! Put me down!!!!” I yelled
He carried me into a room and landed me on a bed.
Immediately his legs pin mine as he climb on top of me.
“What are you trying to do!!!!” I yelled
“Don’t overreact I won’t force you to have sex with me. Am not a rapist” he said.
“I swear if I break free am going to break your dick!!!” I yelled and he laughed.
“With pleasure…” he respond “this sharp mouth of yours…” he said and caress them with his thumb. His other hands were still pinning my hands upwards. He bring his face close to mine but I turned my head away. He hold my jaw and moved my head to face him again. His lips crushed mine. I felt so much disgust that I began to struggle but then he bite my lower lips hard and I groan in pains.
Hearing her soft voice groaned in pains his heart suddenly softened and he stopped biting her lips. He looked at her lips which was now red and swollen. He almost swore to himself that he’ll never kiss her too fierce again but then suddenly she spat on his face.
“You trash!! How dare you kiss me!!!” I yelled I couldn’t do anything I couldn’t moved my body so I can slap him or punch him on his face….with the anger burning in me I spat on his face again.
“You!!!!!!” His voice sound angry as he grab my jaw and press a more fierce kiss to my lips. This time he released my hands as both of his hands cup my jaw and press his face harder to mine. My hands punched his back…my fingers drive through his flesh…my struggling hands tried to push his shoulders away but it wasn’t working and I didn’t stop. But soon I was out of breath…but he never stopped kissing my painful lips
“Stopp…!!!!…uhhmmmmm….uhmmmm….” I said but he never stopped. Just when he wanted to stop he bite my lips again even harder than before. He released and and his breath was heavy….he was even sweating. I suddenly felt his hardness. Fear grip me…. I was stiff…my hands couldn’t even struggle.
I heard his groan and moan.
“Bleep!!!!” He cursed “I’ll surely get you Mandy…maybe not today but definitely someday….you’ll be mine!” He said and rise from my body.
Immediately my body was back to normal as I spring up and punch his jaw.
“Ahhhh!!!” I yelled as my wrist hurt.
“Damnnn!!!!” Lucas yelled as he hold his jaw.
I used the opportunity to run out of the room. I meet jo at the door. He saw me running out of the room.



Jo was confused at first. That’s Lucas special room here in his office. He only take girls to the other room. He had never allowed any girl into that room.
Jo walked into the room and saw Lucas sitting on the bed. His hands were on his jaw.
“Sir…..what happened?” He asked “you don’t allow any girl in here”
“She’s not just any girl….Am going to make her my girl….and when am done with her….” he smirk and stood up.
“Your father will soon by back….”
“Let’s go to a bar today…I want to get drunk!” He said avoid what Jo said.

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I got home and I brushed my mouth more than 10 times….I felt so disgusted by what happened…I even puked several times.
Who knows if he sucked those hoes Virginia with his mouth?!!!! Aaahhhhh I started vomiting again. That’s it!!!!! Am done…..I’ll resign tomorrow and I’ll make sure I find Jeremy today and kill him.
It was about 8pm. I dress up. I know Jeremy would be at Katie’s today.

I entered the compound and heard Jeremy’s laugh. I grab a wood. I sneak into the house.

Jeremy was laughing so hard at Katie’s make up when suddenly something hit on his head. He jumped in pains and saw me…
“Aaaaahhhhhh…..!!!!!” He yelled and ran off. I followed him.
“Anda…!!!!” Katie yelled After us.

But she couldn’t keep up. She could only turn back.

Jeremy and I run through town like mad people.
Soon he got tired and I catch up with him.
Immediately I grab his head under my arms and squeezed his neck
“Aaahhhh Amanda am sorry….Amanda let me explain please…..aaaaahhhhhh” he cried
“Shut up…..you know what your stupid brother did to me…..he dare kissed me…….and…..” my phone started ringing….it was my stepmother.
“Shhhh….and if you dare run I’ll kill you” I said and Jeremy nodded.
“Hello?”
“Amanda….they want to take Nora…you have to come here……your father used all the money….now they are here for Nora!!!!” I couldn’t understand what she was saying. But I know it doesn’t sound good………………….

Tbc

THE BULLY BOSS

(FIRST DAY AT WORK)

EPISODE 3



 

Manager Jo immediately called Jeremy to inform him.

“You don’t sound worried why? Your brother could possibly sleep with her” he said

“Hahaha am actually happy….Well Anda is not that type of a girl….she’s gonna kick my brothers ass if he tries anything stupid….. I’ve always wanted to hock them up because they fit perfectly” he said

“What do you mean Jeremy?” Jo asked

“Don’t worry you’ll see it all yourself…enjoy the show” Jeremy ended the call “yes!!!!….” he yelled

“What’s that?” Katie asked
“Amanda got a job to work as my brothers secretary” he said

“What!!! I thought she was supposed to work as an intern?” Katie asked

“Dunno….guess fate is at work….I’ll so much love it if Amanda becomes my sister in law” he smiled but Katie frown

“Oh….ok” she only replied.

 

**************



 

I got home I was really confused. A secretary….with salary instead of an intern? I could only go down on my kneels and pray to thank God. It’s all him.

“Lord Jesus Christ it’s me again, I don’t want to talk about my problems today or ask for anything….I just want to say Thank You. Thank You for everything. Thank You for your provision, your protection, thank you for my Family….Thank you.. And I love you Lord. Amen”

 

Just as I lay on the bed, Jeremy called.

“Jeremy?”

“What’s up? What am I hearing?” He asked he sound excited

“What else…..am a secretary….your brothers secretary” I said

“Cool…..awesome “

“Why are you so excited about this?” I asked

“Nothing….Nothing….just have fun byebye” he ended the call.

“Sis?” Nora entered my room and lay beside me.



“Hmm?”

“How was it?” She asked

“Good” I answered

“Can I sleep here tonight….?” She asked

“No” I answered

“Even if…am still going to sleep here” she insists and I smiled.

 

*******************

 

Today I followed Nora and mother to the hospital for treatment.

“Be happy Nora… Soon you’ll be fine and healthy” the doctor said

“Am really excited” she replied.

“Your surgery is soon so I’ll suggest you stay hospitalized until your surgery….” the doctor said and she pouted

“Don’t worry Nora I’ll come visit you when am free okay?” I said

“When I save lots of money let’s go to Paris and shop lots of fashionable clothes okay?” I said and she smiled.

*****************

 

Monday flew in so quickly. I wore a read dress which is a little above my knees and flat shoes. My hair was tied ponytail but the edges was messy.

I went to the company early to collect my ID card as a working staff and other important stuffs. I met the other girl. She was on black trouser and white shirt. I thought she was at my height but na she was on night heels. I pray she doesn’t fall because am definitely gonna laugh.

“Hi am…..”

“I know you” oh she was rude.

I didn’t answer her anymore or I’d smash my fingers on her makeup face. I sat beside her in my desk. She had long arranged and decorated her desk…I wondered if she slept here.

Manager Jo walked in Betty stood up and greeted him. While me I was still sitting down.

“Good morning Betty”

“Good morning Amanda” he greeted first

“Good morning Jo” I answered and smiled

“How was your night?” He asked

“Dunno I was asleep” I answered and he bursted into laughter “who give that as an answer…you’re one funny girl Amanda”

“When are we starting to work sir?”Betty cut in oh I hate her already

“Soon…the boss will soon be here….when he’s here I’ll take both of you to his office where you can both introduce yourselves and I’ll tell you what to do next” he said

“Ok sir” Betty said

“Cool” I replied.

 

Jo left. “You know you’re rude right?” She said

I looked up at her then look around and went down to my phone again

“Are you deaf am talking to you!” She said and hit my shoulder.

“Hey bitch listen…..I don’t like looking for trouble but when it comes looking for me I won’t hesitate to let it in….Please…am crazy…am a psycho ass bitch…if you don’t want a vessel to be broken on your head, stay away from me” I replied. She seems to be scared and her behavior softened

“I mean….I was just saying…..well…..” she stopped talking and sat down.

 

Not long after Jo came out of the office. Betty and I were surprised….we did see Jo leave but we never saw him come into the office.

“The Boss is in his office….let’s go” he added but the tow ladies where still in daze “don’t worry you’ll know when you start working properly” he added.

 

We walked into the office. His legs were hanged on his desk. He had a cigarette on his mouth. He was wearing a robe exposing his chest, his hair was messy. He looked extremely handsome and sexy but…… immediately I saw him I hated him. I don’t know why but my spirit seems to feel disgust.

“Introduce yourselves…” Jo said

“Am Betty Mike and am a graduate from ******** University, a PhD holder and I’ve worked with ****** company before in Switzerland. Am 25 years old” she said

“I’m Amanda…..I….”

“Good Betty….I like your outfit too” he said

“As I was saying S…..ir…… before you cut in. I don’t have an experience as a secretary and still in school and I’ll be working with you for four months please enjoy my services” I said and the boss was surprised. Now Jo knows why Jeremy said they were both perfect match.

“Did you just cut me shut?” He asked

“With all due respect sir you cut me shut first” I answered. He smiled.

“Betty…..Jo…you two leave….” he said.

“Sir…..” Jo knew what Lucas must be intending to do so he tried to stop him

“I said leave” Lucas added.

“I’ll be fine Jo don’t worry” I assured him.

‘This girl got gust…don’t she?’ Lucas thought.

 

Jo and Betty left.

“You said you’ll serve me well and you don’t have an experience” he said as he stoop up and walk to me. I moved backwards but he came closer until my back hit his sofa. His hands drag me and my back hit the wall. He pinned my hands above my head and used his other hand to hold my waist.

“You smell good” he added as his nose sniff my neck.

“Get off me you dog!!!” I yelled and raise my knee. It landed straight to his balls. Immediately he released me and fell on the sofa as he groan in pains…his hands holding his dick.

I ran out of his office leaving him in his agony

 

“Fucking bitch!!!!!” Lucas cursed

THE BULLY BOSS

(Perfect match)

EPISODE 4

# ADMIN_LIXZIE

 

Jo saw Amanda ran out of the office. He heard Lucas groan. He quickly entered the office and lock the door.

“Ice……Jo give me ice!!!” He yelled his hands were holding his dick as he roll on the sofa…soon he fall on the floor.

Jo rushed to get him ice. Immediately Lucas lowered his trousers and applied ice to ease his pains. “Fucking bitch!!!” He cursed under his breath. Jo didn’t need an explanation, he already know what is going on. He could only suppress his laughter.

Lucas look up. His face was red and so was his eyes. He look at Jo “You’re amazed right?”

“No sir….w…what should I do? Do you want me to fire her?” He asked

“No….no it’ll be too easy….am going to destroy her little by little till she have no other choice than to fall right into my hands” he said

 

*******************

 

On my way home I called Jeremy.

“Hi boss” he said

“Is your brother psych?” I yelled

“Uhmm kinda” he replied

“He tried to seduce me in his office” I yelled

“Wow…and then what happened?” He asked

“I kicked him in his balls….i hope he doesn’t fire me, and if he don’t that means he’s planning a revenge” I said but Jeremy was laughing too hard.

“You kicked him on the ball!!!!! Hahahaha….I should see his face”

“Is it funny?” I asked

“Yes absolutely….So what’s your plan?” He asked

“I don’t want trouble….I’ll just tell him am your girlfriend next time he try’s” I said and Jeremy disagreed “shut up….am telling him am your girlfriend take it or leave him” I ended the call.

 

I was heading home but then I remembered Nora was at the hospital…. I changed direction and head to the hospital.

 

*********************

 

Lucas got home early. Everyone was surprised it was unlike him to come home this early. Mrs Harrison dragged Jo “what’s wrong?” Already Lucas have warned Jo not to tell anyone because it was too humiliating.

“Nothing madam….if you don’t mind I’d like to go now” Jo immediately escaped the question.

 

Jeremy sighted Jo and catch up with him

“She kicked him on his balls didn’t she?” He asked

“How did you…..”

“She’s my friend remember? I told you they were perfect match….enjoy the show Mr Jo…Hahahaha” Jeremy was excited.

 

Inside his room. Lucas did some research about Amanda. A sweet smile escaped from his lips

NAME: Amanda Arlington

AGE: 21 years

LITTLE SISTER NAMED: Nora Arlington, age 13, suffering from leukemia.

He read all bout Amanda. Some part he laughed really hard. She was fun.

Then he saw a picture of her in her Facebook account. She smiled brightly. She was still young back then.

“Pretty witch!” He cursed.

Lucas was still in pains as he crew into his blanket and fell asleep.

 

In his dream. He saw her but not as harsh as she was in real person. She was on bikini. She was hot. Her flat tummy and perfect curve made him hard already. Her tiny lips crushed on him as her hips moved up and down his hardness. They were on the beach. He rolled her over and kissed her harder than he had ever kissed any other girl. He scent was intoxicating. He pinned her closer to his body…..

“Sir?…..Mr Lucas??” He heard a voice which brought him out of his merriments.

Lucas opened his eyes. It was Jo “you have to wake up sir… it’s time” he added.

Lucas took a deep breath. He looked down to his pants and met he cum….”Bleep!!!! Stupid dream!!!” He cursed. But there was feeling he was having….he didn’t want to let go even though it was just a dream. He do dream about having sex a lot but this time it was different….. Suddenly his chest sweetened. Maybe it’s because he just want to Bleep her that’s why or maybe her figure is too tempting. He relaxed for some time to gain his real self before he stood up to take a shower.

 

*********************

 

Lucas normally take his private door to his office but today he decided to follow the main entrance. When he came in his eyes immediately shift to Amanda, she was still in her messy ponytail but this time it was even messier, she had the same clothes she wear yesterday on but she was still so pretty and fucking sexy.

Betty eyes moved up and saw the boss, she hit Amanda. We both stood up.

“Good morning Sir” Betty said

“Sir good morning” I said.

Lucas snuffed, she was so shameless after what she did to him yesterday….she still dare to look at him straight in the eyes and say ‘Sir good morning’, her voice was even harsh and felt disgust.

“You….” he said

“It’s Amanda” I corrected and he smirked and rolled his eyes

“Come to my office now” he said and I followed him behind.

I stood in front of his table as Jo talked to him…..I was still standing.

They both sat down talking business. Jo look over to me and was apologetic. I smiled assuring him I was fine. I took off my shoes and stood barefoot. After what takes like forever he told Jo to leave. Immediately Jo shut the door he turned to me. His eyes first met her barefoot. The first thought that came into his head was licking her feet so it tickles her and make her more aroused. They feet was so sexy and small.

His eyes trace her long legs to her knees where her gown started. The image in his head grew wide as he imagined those long legs hanging in the air for him. And then his eyes moved up to her hips. He couldn’t bare and moved up to her again and trap her on the wall. His hands immediately grab her hips and squeezed them. He left out a gentle moan.

“You can’t be doing this to me…if Jeremy find out he’ll be made….Am Jeremy’s girlfriend!” I said and he immediately withdraw….thank God it worked or else he would have received another kick on his balls

“You’re what??!!!!” He yelled “why didn’t you say that earlier?” He added

I formed and extremely innocent face “Well that’s because you….I thought Jeremy will tell you”



“Get out!!!” He said and I ran out of his office.

After shutting the door behind me I jumped up “yes yes yes!!!!!! Fool!!!!” I whispered

 

Tbc

THE BULLY BOSS- PREFACE

Prologue

 

Amanda Arlington 21 year old whose supposed to be an intern at ******** company end up one unlucky morning becoming the boss personally secretary for Four months.



These four months was like 40years for her. The boss tormented and manipulated her mind. All she had for him was hatred and disgust ‘his handsome face was all a waste!!’ She’d curse in her mind.

He had slept with almost all his female workers and still brings side cheeks to have sex with him at his office!!!, on his desk!!!, in front of me!!!!!’.

When I mean torment my life, he went further and made me move my desk to his office….the distance between us was fine but he still had to do all these rubbish in my face, sometimes he refused me to come out.

I know you’d ask why didn’t I quit the job. At first I wanted to! But Jeremy my best friend who was also my boss’s younger brother gave me strength as I had to lie that Jeremy and I were dating just to keep him away….but the lie didn’t last long. He was smart enough to find out it was a lie.

Then my family issues with Brando one of the most notorious being on earth. My father owns him money!!! On the night I was supposed to pay with my body he showed up…..ever since then he paid the money and said he own me!!!!!!!

“You’re the only girl refusing me….don’t worry one day I’ll make you beg to want me!!” He said as he smirked


“I’d never have sex with you….over my dead body!!!” That’s me…never afraid to say what I want even to my boss.

“That’s why I kinda like you Anda……you’re brave…you know I don’t sex a particular girl twice…but you…” he took his lower lips into his mouth and bite them. “This body of yours….I want it every night beneath me….I sometimes masturbate with you…” he said and I glared at him

“I would never….until I die sleep with you!!! Even if a gun is pointed at me….I’d rather die!!” She said

Lucas Harrison have heard insult worse than those coming out of her sharp mouth but why does every words she says send pains to his chest.

“We shall see Miss Amanda Arlington” he would say and smirk………



 

THE BULLY BOSS

(WORK AS AN INTERN)

EPISODE 1

# ADMIN_LIXZIE

 

The lectures today was so stressful and the worse of it all we have to go work as an intern for 4 months while our mates enjoy their holidays. It was annoying I have already planned my four months tribe. This god forsaken lecturer just have to ruin it.

“Good luck students, hope you enjoy your four months….” blah blah blah, only God knows what he was saying next.

I buried my heavy head on my desk as Jeremy bounced on me.

 

Jeremy Harrison the illegitimate son of the Harrison family. He wasn’t that notice for he lived a simple life. Not that he wasn’t treated like a family he just like being free. To be frank people don’t actually know his identity except for me and Katie. He was spoilt too of course he’s a rich man son and the last child.

“Anda!!!” He yelled

“Oh shut up Jeremy!!!” I replied



“Katie….is she okay?” He asked

 

Katie was my friend too. Well we three are bed of friends. Katie was from an average home. Though she was on scholarship. She was the most intelligent in class, well I was the third though. As for Jeremy? don’t even go there….he doesn’t even study at all….he’s stupid!

“Amanda? Are you okay?” She asked

“I was okay but now you two are getting on my nerves….!” I said

“Uh oh!!” They both said

“Ok….you Katie the school will provide a company where you’ll work as an intern for four good months and you Jeremy ahhhh your internship is already complete….but me!!!! No hope!” I said

“It’s like you’re forgetting something Anda” Jeremy smiles proudly

“And that is?”

“I can help you get an intern job in my brothers company….remember my big brother that I told you you’re a perfect match for him?” He asked and I nodded “yes….I can talk to him….he’ll secure you a job” he said

“Good….aaahhhh I don’t have to worry too much…what would I do without you Jeremy….haaaaa…. come on guys let’s go” Amanda walk ahead.

 

 

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Lucas rolled off the bed and walk to take a shower. After a long bath he came back out with only a towel around his waist.

“Oh baby….you’re up already” the girl stood up from the bed naked.

“I left your cash on the table….take it and get lost” he said

“Oh baby…you were so hot last night….I was think we could….”

“Sorry but I don’t Bleep a hoe twice…..when am out….I’m never going back in” he said and wear his clothes.

The girl felt offended as she walk angrily to the bathroom.

 

Lucas came out of the room. He melt his manager.

“What’s up?” He asked

“Your little brother has been calling you….”

“Next!”

“Ok…the last product we launched has become one of the highest…..”

“Next!”

“Today you’ll be having…..”

“Shut up if you don’t know what to say!!!…..arrange for a party for me tonight….I want a club with lots of hot girl” he smiled.

 

**********************

 

My family was an average family but we were far better that Katie’s family.

“You’re back” oh that’s my step mom….she has been so nice to me ever since my mom left me. Dad remarried her and she was caring.

“Yes….where is Nora?” Nora is my kid sister….she’s always sick nowadays it was becoming worse and worse. Her surgery will be in a few days.

“She’s in your room….she has been waiting for you” she said. Nora was 13. But because of her sickness she looks like 10 but she took her height from her mom…she was y’all but tiny.

“How was the last day of school?” She asked

“bleeped up….” I said and left to my room.

I don’t like talking my problems out too much….I don’t know why but I don’t feel so open. Well since my mom left I’ve been like that….holding things to myself.

 

“Amanda!!!!” Nora ran to hug me

“Don’t run…” I said but she won’t listen. “Am ready for our trip I can’t wait!” She added

“Uhmmm about that Nora am sorry but we won’t be going anymore “ I said

“Why” She looked sad

“My bleeped up lecture said we have to work as interns all through the four months….am sorry” I said and she smiled

“It’s okay….” she said

“Don’t worry I’ll make it up to you I promise” she smiled

“Can we got out to get ice cream?” She asked that’s one thing we’re are common for….ice cream it’s my favorite food in the world and so is Nora.

“I am stressed out and I have headaches but….I still have energy left to eat ice cream” I said and she laughed

“Nora let your sister rest” mom said

“Don’t worry….am fine…go get ready Nora” I said and she rushed to her room.

 

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Jeremy went to Lucas since he wasn’t picking his calls.

He met him at his office.

“Brother….” he pouted acting cute.

“Get him out” Lucas said to his manager

“Okay sir….”

“Brother don’t do this to your baby brother…..all I want is to ask for a Favour….one tiny favor” Jeremy said

“Get lost!” Lucas waves his hands in the air

“If you don’t listen to me am going to tell mom you’re bullying me!!!” Jeremy threaten. Lucas love his mother dearly and if she should hear about that lie she’s go crazy and wide….which he does like. He finally put the papers down and glared at Jeremy

“What?” He asked. Not that he hates Jeremy….no…..he just hates that Jeremy is so clingy to him and not the other brothers…why him of all people

“A good friend of mine…she wants a job as an intern for four months…..after the four months please sign her log so she can pass the business economy subject” Jeremy

“So……?” Lucas frown deeply

“Please give her a job I already promised her….it’s just four months…..” Jeremy said

“Fine if I give her a job you must not cling unto me for the next four months?” Lucas asked and Jeremy agree

“One more thing….please don’t….do that to her” Jeremy was referring to how he sleeps with girls

“Get lost….who wants to Bleep your bunny friends…..University girls nowadays are not my type. She’s your age mate…..and am sure he’ll be as dumb as you. Manager Jo…..take care of her internship…..Happy now?” He asked Jeremy

“Yes bro I love you!” He yelled and ran off.

“Sorry about that sir…”

“Forget it…..get my car ready….am going to the party….I need a good sex to relief my stress” he said and the manager nodded

 

THE BULLY BOSS

(WORK AS AN INTERN)

EPISODE 2

# ADMIN_LIXZIE

 

 

 

Nora and I were about leaving home when daddy walked in. His expression was not good and he was drunk.

“Papa is drunk again isn’t he?” Nora whispered to me.

“Shhhh….” I said and dragged her along. I do love my father but I don’t care about him. I don’t talk to him…it’s as if to him am invisible or I disappeared like my mother. “Let’s go” I drag Nora along.

 

We came to our favorite ice cream shop.

“Here comes your VVIP customers Mr ice…..” Nora said. We call him Mr ice because his skin was so white.

“Hahaha…..Nora…Amanda…. todays ice cream treat is on me” He said.

“Yeeeepppeeeee!!!!” Nora yelled

“Thank you Mr Ice” I said

“Haaa Amanda don’t mention…..you too are my big big fan” he was a very funny and free man

“We are going to eat a lot of ice cream today….so can we come every other day to eat ice cycle free?” I asked

“No….you’ll run my shop shut!!!! I know you two are never satisfied no matter how many ice cream you eat….so today m only giving you five for free you can buy the others yourself” he said

“That’s cruel!!!!” I yelled

“Thank you Mr ice” Nora dragged me along.

 

 

We enjoyed our free ice cream.

“So sis….what’s your plan?” She asked

“Hmm….Jeremy said he’ll help me get a job at his brother’s company….guess I don’t have to worry too much” I replied

“Yes….my surgery date is getting closer…after my surgery sister let’s go on a date” she said

“Well I don’t wanna date you…..!” I said

“Hhahaaa….you won’t date any boy either” she replied “what about Jeremy?” She asked

“Ewww……No way…..as a matter of fact Jeremy likes Katie….”

“Your ex boyfriend remembered him?” She asked

“Which one of them?” I asked

“You have dated so many boys all through the years…why stay single now?” She asked

“Nah…..I don’t know….stop asking me questions okay!” I said

“Anda you’re always keeping things to yourself….” she said with a sad face.

“That’s me….” I replied “now shut up and let’s enjoy this ice cream”

 

**********************

 

Lucas was kissing a girl fiercely. His hands deep into her back as it unzipped her dress.

His Manager saw this and turn his face away.

“Jo…relax….have fun….come on!!!” He said

“Am fine sir….” he replied

“Suit yourself…..” Lucas replied. A girl walked to him and sat on his legs…..she began to rock on him.

“Uhh…..that felt so good baby….aahhhh” he moan…. Someone drag Jo hands.

“Sir….”

“How can I help you young girl?” Jon asked

“A want to sleep with your boss….am a virgin….if you pay me well enough…” she said

“What!!!! You’re too young…” Jo frown

“It doesn’t matter….”

“Sorry lady but my boss doesn’t like virgins…now get lost!0 jo angrily push her away.

 

“Ladies…..ladies….what do you think if we have sex right here?” Lucas asked as the girls giggled. “Hummm let me take you right here….on this table….I’ll Bleep your brains off” he said. Immediately her loosen his belt and unzip his pants. Without taking any of his clothes off, he push the girl down on her kneels and smiled. “Have a taste of me will you?”

“Sure!!!!” The girl was so excited as she took him into her mouth. The other girl kissed his body and suck his nipple.

“Bleep….this is what I call rough sex Jo!!!!!”

Lucas did all his rubbish that night. After he was done with both girls he asked Jo to bring him fresh girls…he lodge a hotel room to await them.

 

The next morning. Lucas felt a hand squeezing him down there. He frown in his sleep. Immediately he opened his eyes and slap the girl’s hands away.

“What do you think you’re doing?” He asked

“What do you think baby….I don’t mind giving my body to you again….do me whatever you want this morning” she said

“Get lost!!!” Lucas said. He grab his jacket,deep his hands into the pockets and throw money at her…..

“But baby….!!!!!” Lucas long legs have long carried him away from the room.

He called Jo “where the hell did you bring that crazy girl from?” He asked

“When you were banging her last night, she wasn’t crazy” Jo respond

“What!!!!!”

“Nothing….”

“Ok…..book me another room right away….I need to rest” Lucas said

“Ok sir”

“Good”

“The lady….I mean Jeremy’s friend will be coming today….I’ve arrange her interview….”

“Whatever……give her the job…bye!” He cut the call.

“Ahhh……” he groan as he rob his neck.

 

 

 

*****************

 

The next day was a total bad luck for me. I have an interview today and I have a ruining stomach.

This is so bad. I took some drugs and still got ready.

“Are you sure you’ll be fine?” Mom asked

“I’ll be…..aaahhhhh……” I ran to the rest room again.

“Just stay back……”

“No…..!!!” I yelled from the bathroom. I look at my time and I was so late. I took a deep breath and adjust my skirt. I rushed out of the house to grab a taxi….. I was 2 hours late. I look at my Phone it was switch up.

“God……hahaha…..this joke is too funny…..Hahahaha!!!!” I was so frustrated.

“Lady!!!!!! Are you going or not” A taxi driver asked.

“Ok….!!!” I jumped in. “****** company….please sir go as fast as you can!” I said

“Late for an interview?” He asked

“Yes…..yes….” I hurriedly said.

 

Jo didn’t see her. She was 3hours late. “Guess she’s not coming…..” he said

“Sir….the interview for the Boss secretary is on going….Mr Lucas asked for you”

“Ok….let’s go”

 

The taxi dropped me in front of the company…”good luck miss” he said

I rushed into the company with my files…..the elevator was long gone and if I wait it’ll only waste more time. I pulled my heels and used the stairs running as fast as I can.

I was sweating all over. My hair was messy….my wet white T-shirt was not transparent as my white bra was a little visible.

“Excuse me sir…..where is the interview room?” I asked panting

“You’re here for an interview?” He asked

“Yes…yes…” I replied.

“It’s almost over quickly run to that room” he pointed

“THANK YOU!!!” I yelled and ran into the room.

 

Lucas was at the middle of his mother who decided to handle the interview by herself and his two elder brothers. When the door barge open.

“Sorry…..sorry am late…..” I said. I ran to the table to drop my file in front of the woman.

“Excuse me the interview is…..” she raised her hands and silence Jo.

“Let me hear you” she said to me

“My name is Amanda Arlington…..” Jo looked up….he has been waiting for her….so this was her……

On the other hand Lucas was stiff. Looking at her messy hair and sweating body….he’s body immediately felt want. He eyed her curves….she was so tin but even at her small body her curves and hip were so sexy.

“It says here you’re still in school….you’re looking for a work as an intern…how come you’re here for a secretary interview?” She asked

“Oh God….Am sorry it must be the wrong room” I said and wipe my forehead.

“Miss you’re late for your interview….you can leave” Jo said.

I hit my forehead…..”Am sorry….am so sorry” I wanted to collect my files but the woman withdraw it.

“I’ll employ you as my son secretary “ she said

“But ma….I….I don’t think I want to become a sec…..”

“Manager Jo….remember that other girl what’s her name again Betty?, yes employ both of them as his secretary….I like her” she said and stood up.

“But ma…..”

“Don’t worry dear it’s just four months and you’ll get good pay too” she added and left.



Lucas was still in his fantasy when Jo hit his hands.

“Sir…..? She’s Jeremy’s friend….good friend” Jo added before Lucas decided to look away.

 

Tbc

WHAT LIES BENEATH
FINAL EPISODE.
BY AMAH’S HEART

 

Our wedding was great and we had a beautiful moment dancing and getting congratulated.
The traditional marriage went so well and ofcourse I saw Oby among the crowd and she did absolutely nothing.

She stood there with a pitiful sorry face but she doesn’t deserve any pity at all.

I saw her parents seated among the villagers looking loss and haggard.
The only person I pity among them was Oby’s mother. She is a wise woman and hard-working mother.
I know someday one of her children will make her proud.
I can’t say Oby or the second daughter who got pregnant and already living with the father of her child as husband and wife but not withstanding anything can happen.
I can’t write them all off because the future is unpredictable.
Life changing transformation may come from anyone which includes Oby or her sisters.



Life is deep. Oby may decide to change her ways and things will start working out for her.
She is beautiful, well endowed and smart and can still make a better name for herself. She may even get to meet a nice man who she will value, love and respect like it should. A man who may change her life for good.



I’m just here hoping things turn out well for them because I do want her mother to be truly happy. Let one or two of the children she suffered to bore greet her face with a smile that comes deep within.
She deserves it and I know it will happen someday.
That’s my wish and prayer for them.

I got married to Eziaku traditionally, she automatically became my wife and I sometimes can’t still believe that “I Austin is a married man”

Our first night together, was… hahahaha!
I look back today and laugh real hard because it seems like a fairy tale, like in a movie or fiction.
Eziaku is golden, she was God’sgift to me.
I sometimes calls her that without mincing word, it is what it is. “,My Godsgift”.
I’m still in shock and speechless at the discovery.
Ezi, my lovely wife blew me off. It seems God gave me double blessings for all my troubles.

I remember that first night with her, I kissed her passionately like I have never done before. I poured out my emotions into her and caressed her entire body without fear.
She belongs to me just like I belongs to only her.
She freely submitted her body to me without withdrawal.
There was no fear or worries in her anymore. She felt free and happy.
For the first time I did not see her shaking or pulling back from me like she used to do before.
It was one night that is boldly written in my memory for life.

At first I couldn’t believe what I was getting as feedback during our intimacy.
But I forcefully pushed forward and she winced in serious pain.
A strong unbroken layer, tight and impenetrable.
She was in pain each time I forced myself to get pass.
I couldn’t believe what I was seeing, it can’t be true that Ezi was truly a virgin like she said.
She was already twenty nine after her birthday.

“Please be gentle, it hurts seriously…”

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She cried out and I was dumbfounded when I realized that Ezi, my God’sgift was truly a virgin.
A virgin, a real… original virgin with real prove.
I almost jumped off the bed with a scream. I couldn’t just believe it. I sat down and stare at her without word.

“…Did I do or say something wrong… what happened? You keep staring at me strangely”?
She said confused.

“I…I can’t believe it. You are truly a virgin? How… how come…I mean how did you do it? Ohh… Ezi… this is too good to be true.
I rubbed a hand on my head roughly still trying to stabilize my emotions.

It was indeed too good to be real.
what adjective Can I really use to qualify what was going on in my mind.
I did try to go gentle on her the second time but while everything was going in it was still a shock to me.

I carried her to the bathroom like a baby treated her to a warm bath and massage.
She was in slite pain but it fades off after few days.
All through this our sweet honey moon period, I served her breakfast in bed, pampered her sweetly. Did not allow her pick a pin.



I did not want to go into much details on how our first night went because Ezi may feel embarrassed but how will you understand the sweet magic of one night that got me deeply and even after three years I can still remember every details.
I’m overwhelmed with happiness having Eziaku as my wife.



Saying that I’m the happiest man alive is understatement.
I loves my wife very much not just because Ezi kept herself undefiled but because she was real to the core.
She never hide who she truly was.

She was quick to take correction, ready to learn. Ezi wanted to be a better version of herself and strive towards that. She was truthful right from time and never hide anything about herself.
She was loving and forgiving, very accommodating with interesting personalities.
Ezi despite having boyfriends in the past, despite how ladies of her age will want to do anything to keep a promising young man riped for marriage. Despite many other things surrounding her that could make her throw caution to the wind and do as she pleases with herself and body but Ezi chosed not to.
She disciplined herself in a world that hardly acknowledges or give a second thought to ladies of her caliber.

She made it known that she was neither after my money or after what I got.
Eziaku loves me for who I am and even if I got nothing she will still love me, that’s certain because she was never moved or carried away by my personality.

I love my wife for many reasons and even if she was not a virgin my love for her will neither change or grow cold. I love and respect her because Eziaku was too real and open minded.

I got one of the best among women and I can only thank God for that.

Is been three years and counting and everything still feels new.
I bought another bigger apartment and we moved in two years ago when she was pregnant for our first son.

Being a sharp shooter, I think I scored on the second week of our honey moon and she became pregnant.
We journey together all through the pregnancy until she had our first child.
My Mom came over to spend time and also assist in nursing the baby.
Her Dad, Mr Benson also visited with lots of gift for both Ezi and the baby.
And after a year plus I scored another goal and she became pregnant again.

Well, you wouldn’t blame me for my sharp shooting. I’m too blessed like that.

Three years later, I’m a husband to the most industrious, beautiful woman on earth and a father of two kids. I feel fulfilled and blessed.
Eziaku also completed her schooling and applied for a higher degree.
She plan to own a school later in future and I’m ready to support her dream to the very end.

Angela got married last year to another man entirely and she is heavily pregnant and I had to give her a maternity leave.



I employed three more staff after expanding my company.
My elder brother is inviting I and my family for the next summer holiday and we will be leaving the country for that purpose and will be back ones the vacation is over.
Stella who is based in England is so eager to see us, we will also meet her fiance. They plan getting married next year.
we will be using that opportunity to also meet with Eziaku’s step brothers abroad who had been communicating with her.

Chuka is now a family friend, Jerome finally settled down early this year.
I hope and pray he remains a faithful husband because that is very much required.

I really don’t know what becomes of Oby or other exs. I hope they all progress and become a better version of theirselves.

My Dad never stopped praising me for indirectly following the lead of God to pick Eziaku as my wife because through our meeting alot of hidden things have been revealed and many incredible things have happened in our lives.

But the actual facts is that Eziaku is the one that followed the leading of God to stick with me.
There are situation that our relationship could have ended without a second thought yet she stayed and loved me despite how foolish I can be sometimes.

I’m a happy man because of the woman God finally gift to me, my God’sgift and I hope this happiness continues in our lives and family.

I can hear my wife calling me from the kitchen where she is making dinner.
she wants me to check up on the kids that are watching animation in the sitting room.

“They’re fine honey… we’re all waiting for dinner. Do you need help in there? I can suspend what I’m doing on the laptop to take over while you watch the kids…

I heard her laughing.

“I’m almost through darlin… dinner will soon be served. Please, help and set the table…”

I told her that I have already done that ten minutes ago.

This my wife is intoxicating me like alcohol. While in the office, I’m watching the time so that I can come home to her and the kids.

Life is making a big sense and I can no longer remember the days of old. My loss, my pain, fear, tears and sad days because God had indeed blessed me with double blessings for every trouble.

I will stop here, my wife is coming with dinner. Let me round up and shut down my laptop so that i can help her.

We are a team and she is my helpmate not a slave, I will assist her in running the house to make it a loving home.
I’m not just going to be making the money, my family’s happiness matters a whole lot.

Is been a very long journey and we finally arrived here peacefully.
Is been only God our pioneer who upholds us in his mercies.
I’m not scared of the future because I know for a truth that God is always in charge.


I have many reasons to be forever grateful to Him.

For as long as I have breath, i and my family will serve the Lord.
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THE END!

What else lies beneath this life that I haven’t encountered. What could be higher than this blow.

“Oh God, this was not in our agreement. You have brought me to dust, you have watched my enemies gloat over me and made a feast over my head. What else is worth living for…oh God, how gravy is my unforgivable fault that is beyond cleansing. Where can I go from here… take my life instead because I really don’t know what I’m living for. I…I..

Emotions choked through my throat with my head bent and tears began to drop to the ground.
I felt transfixed in my seat. It was as if I needed a hard kick to get up.

My Mom continued

“…Je. say something. Take a look at your son, take a look at Ezi… they’re both devastated. They don’t deserve this… is too much to bear. I trust you Je, please tell me none of this is true. I’m ready to pay for a DNA test to ascertain the truth if you’re truly the father of Ezi…deep within me my spirit is undeniable strong. There is a mistake… but you need to say something. Even if it was you… tell everyone here, let’s know the way forward. I can’t bear to watch our son go through this pain…is too much for Christ sake…”

My Dad suddenly cleared his voice and said
“I’m not the one Didi…it wasn’t me. That was all my Dad said while looking at my Mom and she believed him.

Eziaku’s grandma flew into action as he called my Dad a liar.

“You’re lying, if you didn’t then who did? You’re lying and God bear me witness today that you won’t get away with this. Your sin finally visited you after twenty eight years and is going to eat like a rust in your family. It has already started with your son…looked at what a short pleasure and denial have caused you and everyone dear to you. My happiness is that my granddaughter never got intimate with your son… there would have been a big problem if they have unknowingly gotten intimate.

Mr Benson stood as he tries to calm the situation that was looking escalated already.

“My friend, Jerry is right…he wasn’t the one…

There was another uproar, it seems everyone was talking at the same time.
Mr Benson tries to get their attention but they wouldn’t let him speak because they felt he was trying to defend his friend and cover him up.

I wondered why my Mom was still believing my Dad and also defending him.

Eziaku suddenly screamed so loud making the whole place went dead quiet.

She held her head as tears ran down her face..
Just then her mother who has been outside and had refused to come back inside after stepping out earlier rushed inside when she heard Eziaku’s scream.

Eziaku’s grandma seeing her daughter started saying.
“Oluchi, he is denying it. He said he was never the one. His wife and friend supported him… did you see now? The man is denying it…”

Oluchi, Eziaku’s mother charged towards Mr Benson.

“Ben, how could you still lie, you and your friend were on business trip and we met in town where i was learning how to sew cloth, we went talking Ben…and you asked your friend to please drive me back to my village that day and he agreed. He was the owner of the car and while we drove on, we sat at the back and you went touching me and promising me heaven and Earth. You people dropped me right in this my compound and you asked me to visit you in the hotel and I foolishly agreed. We got intimate and I never saw you again and when I discovered I was pregnant I Came searching for you in the hotel but you refused to accept the pregnancy. I remember your friend calling you aside and asking you not to deny me like that because we both had a thing together and your friend was a witness but you refused and said I wanted to rub the pregnancy on you. You mentioned how you have a fiance in Lagos that you planned to marry ones you go back. You left the hotel with your friend that same day because, I came back looking for You the following day and you were both gone. I still recognized your friend… I’m surprised that both you are still friends even till date. Because after what you did to me, I was never expecting anything good to come from you or even to have a nice person as this your friend to still be by your side. Ben, you almost made me commit suicide, I almost killed myself after everything…I couldn’t continue with my apprenticeship program that I was doing. I have to stay home because the shame was too much. After giving birth to Eziaku I had to abandon her with my mother. It was mama that named her, nursed her, cared for her like her own. Without wasting time, I thought my life was over and got married to the first man that showed interest in me. You ruined my life Ben… you ruined my life and still have the gut to deny it…

Now, I was not the only confused here. Eziaku’s mother was referring to Mr Benson not my Dad.

My Dad’s name is Jeremiah, everyone calls him Jerry except my Mom that calls him Je. He was seated why Mr Benson who tries to explain things earlier couldn’t get through because people thought he was trying to defend his friend was the one standing.

Eziaku’s mother, Oluchi was referring to Mr Benson not my Dad and that got us all confused.
Even her mother asked her.
“, Oluchi wait…wait. which of the men are you really taking about. Because it was the one sitting down that I thought was the Ben. Which one do you think is Eziaku’s father…?

Oluchi pointed at Mr Benson.

“Is this one mama, his name is Ben. Is this one right here, even after hundred years I will still recognize him. His friend was married but Ben wasn’t. He told me he had a woman he wanted to marry that time, she was in Lagos. I thought he will never set foot in this village again. So he even had a son then and now he’s here to marry his sister…chai, umunwoke (men) is only God that will judge you for everything you made me go through and still denying it… Ben…aah, this life is deeper than we thought o. Ben, so fate brought you down to my village again with your son…? Heeeyyy…!

This was a total misunderstanding.
All this time I was thinking my Dad was the one and how he has ruined our lives without his past mistakes but I suddenly felt relieved after realizing it was actually Mr Benson.
It was Mr Benson she was referring to and not my Dad.
Oh my goodness!
My Mom was right then, she knows her husband so well to have stood strong and defended him like she did.



Mr Benson continued standing while my Dad remained seated. They both seem calm and quiet as Oluchi went in ranting.

Our introduction today is obviously ruined with this whole misunderstanding and drama.

 

Tbc

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 42
By AMAH’S HEART.

 

 

We all sat after exchanging pleasantries with the village men and women gathered to witness the introduction.

I saw my Dad and his friend whispering something to themselves.
Mr Benson said something and my Dad nod in return.
Then my Dad was doing most of the whispering while Mr Benson will continuesly nod his head.

I wondered what they were talking about. Whispering among themselves like two gossipers.
Just the thought of it makes me want to laugh.
My Mom was surprisingly calm and collected. She appears like a woman that carries herself with charisma.



Kolanut and garden eggs with groundnut pepper source were offered to us first.

After blessings, my Dad gave Mr Benson who broke the kolanut and passed it round.
I don’t know if it was my head playing tricks on me but right in there, something was amidst with either my Dad or Mr Benson.
Either one of them but my assumption was probably because we were seated among strange people.

After sometime, my Dad stepped outside with Mr Benson, I can see that even my Mom was already getting suspicious.

What is this men’s problem?
I thought within my mind as my Dad walked out with his friend.

I was about standing to go and ask my Dad what was going on when Eziaku’s mother came to welcome us.

Eziaku was her replica. She so much looks like her mother even the way they talks.
Their voice sounds the same.
She was all smiles as she greeted my Mom and then me before going back.

She couldn’t greet my Dad because he was out with his friend.

We have already met Eziaku’s grandma. She was seated among the village men and women’s gathered.

They said we have to eat first before we proceed with the main reason that brought us.
It was tradition and the way things are done in their place.
I just hope the food won’t affect me because ever since the days of Oby, that I ate all manner of things during my first visit and my stomach went into war with me. Ever since them I made up my mind to be sure of whatever I take in.

As they were presenting the whole food that was prepared, I silently hope with the ill feeling I kept having hope is not a sign of warning.
Maybe I will eat the simple ones I understand and Skip the rest.



I looked towards the direction my Dad and his friend went to and they are still not coming.
Eziaku’s Mom were among the people that served the food



I whispered to my mom that I was going to call my Dad and his friend.
She nooded.

I went outside towards where we parked the cars and there they were.

“Dad… what’s going on. Eziaku’s people are calling you in there. Is everything alright?

“Yes son, everything is fine…we only came out to discuss something important which we can’t do in the presence of our in-laws. is there a problem?

He replied calmly and asked me the last question with so much worries in his eyes

“I don’t know dad..I don’t know why I feel weird. Let me excuse my whole feeling to be marriage fever. finally getting after a very long toss and turn and it was this same village I had my first failed marriage encounter many years ago…

My Dad spoke.

“Are you having cold feet over proceeding with the Marital rit?

He sounds like he was trying to discourage me from getting married to Eziaku.
But my Dad endorsed her already as the right woman for me, he said she has an aura that connects with his person, he doesn’t know why but she was going to make a great wife and mother.
I remember his every word back in Lagos, what I don’t understand is why he was trying to sound discouraging at this dying minutes.
Or was it my mind making the tune of his word to sound like he was trying to discourage me.
“No Dad, I’m not having cold feet. My mind is totally made up. Please let’s go back and join the gathering so we can finalize with the main purpose of why we came… Mom is the only one in there and is not right.

My Dad nodded while his friend responded.



“That’s right Austin. Go ahead we are coming behind you…”

I went back inside and just when my Mom was asking of my Dad we saw them coming.

Food was served round and we ate the little that we can.
I avoided the Palm wine. Mr Benson drank little but my Dad didn’t. He apologized that he was okay with the malt because his system does not go well with palmy.

After the food and drinks like they insisted they feed their visitor first before main discussion.
We entered into the introduction proper.

Eziaku’s grandma was there except Eziaku and her Mom.

Mr Benson introduced us, he spoke on our behalf and the main reason that brought us.
We were welcomed ones again, Eziaku was called inside and she sat at a far end with two other ladies.

I looked over at her and our eyes met.
I smiled and she returned the smile.

They appreciated us again for coming and the man who was like a spoke person or the villagers representative stood and addressed us all as he listed the required things that needs to be presented for the introduction and if we are ready for the list negotiation is also available.

I love the way they were doing things. I know is the required traditional rite but they makes it very easy for everyone to Understand.
My Dad was quiet, Mr Benson was doing little of the contribution in response.

Is not proper for me to speak when my parents are around, I decided to keep quiet.
I will only speaks when I’m asked to do so.

We were ready to pay up everything today so that next time we come down it will be for the traditional wedding.

Considering where we are coming from, is better we finalize properly today and move on to the next step.

Mr Benson after whispering sometime with my Dad. I saw my Dad shaking his head.
I don’t understand the shaking of head which supposed to be a no.
Maybe he does not agree with what Eziaku’s people are saying or what Mr Benson said.
I was happy that everything was already moving on fine.



Just then, Eziaku’s Mom came in with two other women to clear off the table filled with used plates.

I have seen how she glance towards where my Dad sat.
I never made a big deal out of it until she came again. Stood behind her mother that’s Eziaku’s grandma.

I’m a very observant person, she looked from my Dad side, looked at my Mom and back to me.
I can’t tell if she was looking at my Dad or Mr Benson.
She looked at me again and our eyes met and she looked away.
She Looked towards my Dad again before whispering something to her mother.

Her mother looked up at her, shocked was written all over her.
Eziaku’s grandma looks towards my Dad.
My Dad seems to be avoiding their gaze as he tries to concentrate as Eziaku’s people went on listing out things and the amount in place of the items needed for marriage rites.

I remember my Dad discussing with Mr Benson that he has been to Eziaku’s village.
It sound more like him trying to remind his friend of the time.

I still wonder what brought him all the way down here.

Eziaku’s grandma and Mother walked away. Eziaku’s mother glanced back towards my dad’s side before finally leaving.
I guess Eziaku sensed it and followed behind.

I wish right where I was seated I could also follow to know what exactly was going on.

My Dad excused himself to receive a call. My gut tells me that something was fishy.
My Dad probably used the phone call to step out.
Suddenly, everything started making sense.
Fear gripped me, as my heart began to summersaults. I felt cold all of a sudden.

Eziaku never knew her Dad who was from the City and moved back to the city after mating with her Mom.

Many years ago my Dad came to this village from the city.
My dad’s seems uncomfortable ever since we were seated here and his discomfort became obvious when Eziaku’s Mom showed up.

“God please forbid it… don’t let it be what I’m thinking” no…no… please God. Erase this disturbing thoughts and fear in my head.

When I was thinking of going outside to confront my Dad and hope silently he denies my fear, just then he came back inside and sat down.

The list was finalized and was agreed on by my parents.
Alot of thinking was running through my mind and I wondered why this very important time of my life.

I can’t explain my fear in words and as I silently hope is not true yet more sickening ideas kept swimming in my mind.
Eziaku came back inside, she was moody and looks troubled.
I guess her grandmother sent her back inside.

This is the time I only wish for one thing which is to become a mind reader.



My Dad stood to speak as he tries to negotiate with the given list.



Why is he negotiating? he has the money, I have the money and we can even give them double of whatever they were requesting without feeling any lost.

My Dad was only looking for a way to opt out of the whole thing, I already know what was going on even though I wish is not true but his attitude kept putting him off.
I love Eziaku so much, I have come a very long way and just when things were begining to look greeny another strike hit hard.

Never, I won’t accept this. They should rather kill me because I won’t back down on this.
How exactly will I start all over again
Where will I start from?

I prayed fervently for this day. I implored God to take absolute control. I begged God to take charge and not let anything to go wrong.
Why has he decided to forsake me and make me a laughing stalk. Why did he watch things keep going from bad to worst without doing anything to help me out.

I confessed my wrong doings, condemned them all, pleaded for his mercies. I try to be upright and seek him more than ever.
I did everything I can yet bad luck kept following me up and down.
I won’t be able to survive this kind of blow staring right in front of me. No, I won’t.
Everything pressing me down to frustrates my life should save their strength and take the life instead because I’m truly done trying.

Suddenly Eziaku’s grandma rushed in. She pointed at my Dad who was still standing and speaking.

“Your son can not marry my granddaughter…mba o (no), is not possible. Over my dead body will such happen…”

She mixed up her Igbo with pidgin English but everyone understands what she was talking about.

It was as if everyone stopped breathing at that moment.
Everywhere fell silent only our competitive breathing and heart beats can be hard.

My Dad was not looking surprised. everything was confirming my fear.

Is better I run off from here than to watch the unfolded drama to unfold right under my eyes.
The men there who did not understand what came over her asked her what was the problem.
they said she was happy earlier, she welcomed us happily when we arrived, Sat and watched how everything was being processed only for her daughter, who happens to be the bride’s mother to take her outside and she came back inside with so much anger.

“… is a total abomination before God and man. His son can’t marry my Eziaku…

My Mom stood up and asked her Why. She challenged the elderly woman to state her reasons.
My Dad remained standing he neither looks surprised or shocked.
He looked at Mr Benson who seems a little bit uptight.

“…Your sin has finally caught with you, we recognized you. You may look older but your face haven’t changed one bit, is almost thirty years and our parts crosses again… this is what you men do and thought you will always get away with it. Look at the implications of your deed twenty eight years ago… I hope my grand daughter haven’t gotten intimate with your son oo. Oh Chim oo…chukwu aju. (God forbids it)

She turned to Eziaku and asked her to stand.
From all indication, Eziaku was right when she  said her grandmother was a tough woman. She mixed both the Igbo and English so that everyone can atleast understand.

“… Ezi, my precious daughter. biko, don’t lie to me or to the people here. Say the whole truth so that we can know where to start from. Have you in anyway, knowingly or unknowingly gotten intimate with this man’s son, who was supposed to be your husband?

Eziaku was confused but she shakes her head that she haven’t.
“… Good, I trust you. You have never lied to me…I believe you. Let God be praise” the elderly woman said to Eziaku as she sat back down.

It was like my spirit left me and it was only my body seated there. I couldn’t believe that this was happening to me again.
I’m not sure I will be able to survive this time because I’m truly tired.
Even as my Mom kept asking what was the problem. Eziaku’s grandma replied.

“…. maybe you should start asking your husband what exactly he did to my daughter twenty eight years ago. He came to this village from the city with his friend, deceived and impregnate my daughter. He lied that he was single and not married but looking at your son, he is older than my granddaughter. After my daughter missed her monthly flow two weeks later, she traced him down to the hotel he was lodging with his friend and was able to get him but he refused taking responsibility for it. He said my daughter was lying and wants to pin him down with pregnancy, he already has a woman in Lagos that he planned to get married to. My daughter told me that his friend was there and witnessed everything. His friend even try talking to him to atleast take responsibility of the child or give some money to my daughter for upkeep but he kept insisting that it was all a cooked up lie from my daughter which he won’t fall for. It was his friend that later gave some money to my daughter and they left that hotel that same day, either returned backto the city or they went to another hotel. Nothin was heard of them ever since… untill now.

My Mom looked from my Dad to the elderly woman who was vibrating and ready for a blow.

Everyone exclaimed, The whole place became noisy.
Our introduction was obviously ruined. Eziaku sat hard on chair with total shock.
Her body was shaking as she placed her two hands on her head like she was mourning for a loved one death.

“You’re mistaking my husband for someone else mama. I trust him with my entire being… and I can tell you clearly that he is not the one and will never do such. Even if he fell somehow and got entangled with your daughter, he won’t abandon her like you stated. My husband has his fault but there are things I know he will never do. There’s a mix-up somewhere mama, and we have been married for over thirty-five years. He was not single man twenty eight years ago and I know he can’t deny his family like you mentioned that the man that got your daughter pregnant did.

One of the men asked my Mom to stop defending my Dad and let him speak for himself.

“… ofcourse he will speak but just to let everyone know that my dear husband is innocent. I know the man I married and have lived with for almost forty years. It can’t possibly be him…or…

My Mom turned to my Dad and called him his pet name like she used to do.

“…Je, did you by chance got drunk twenty eight years ago and did everything this people accused you off? I know you are not much of a drinker so getting drunk is even out of the question. I know you did not do it and my spirit confirms it but I want you to tell me the truth in the presence of this whole people gathered…did you in anyway do any of this things they accuse you off?

My Dad sat hard on a chair and held his head. I felt like going over there and strangling him.
What has he done. His past come back to destroy us all.
I was deeply troubled for myself, for my Mom who trusted my father and for Eziaku who appears unstable.

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 41
By AMAH’S HEART

 

 

Back in Lagos, my Dad related well with Eziaku, he never discriminated her or her background.

I guess Mom cleared the way for our arrival and our stay was smooth and cool.

I knew my Dad was going to talk about meeting Eziaku’s people which includes her real parents and every other person involved.



We sat and make plans on how to travel to see her people.
Eziaku mentioned that she does not know her father she only heard from her grandmother that he was from the city and her Mom got entangled with him and after which he probably retuned to the city and maybe married now with family.

After her explanation, my Mom wondered the possibilities of getting to meet the father which was very slim but we were ready to try.

We planned to start the whole marriage preparation next month.
We needed to put things in place before it all begins.

After meeting my parents in Lagos, we stayed few more days.

Eziaku was giving a separate room while I stayed in my room.

She was happy and it shows in her attitudes and facial expressions.

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My Dad who couldn’t hide his observation over Eziaku.
He called me into his study one evening and said.
“Your wife to be is not loud, she has alot of decency in her actions. I’m proud with your kind of choice and my prayers are with both of you. Not withstanding, I feel in a kind of way about her, her inner personality connects magically with ours, is like I have known her all my life with the friendly attitude she exhibit and the warm aura that follows her around. Friendliness is actually very common and well expected especially with brides to be but it comes more naturally with Ezi… your woman. Her name is special and uncomon, Do you understand the meaning of her name?

I was happy listening to my Dad.
“I never get to ask her the true meaning of her name, I believe is something nice…” I replied my dad.

“Yes son, yeah. Is something nice and it means everything good. The “Ezi” in her name stands for either a great family or compound and the “aku” is wealthiness. Is not necessary about money but blessings. Eziaku literally means a family or a home filled with wealth… blessings. That is what she carries and her name is speaking for her. I know you can’t wait this long and ends up with a wayward kind of lady. She is worth the wait son and your mother already sang her praises to my ears, I was already looking forward to meeting her and I’m impressed with what I saw. If we are to be very candid and real in judgement, her upbringing, educational backwardness, outward standard, dress sense will definitely put her off. But son, beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and all i behold is a beautiful lady inside out who will not only make a great wife and mother, Eziaku will equally be a blessing to you… that’s my prayer”

I nodded with a smile because words will fail me if I start describing the exact way I felt at that moment.

My Dad is a practical man, he is also a real criticizer. He say things the way they are and gives no care about others opinion.
Hearing him say all of this about Eziaku makes me happy and makes me want to travel immediately to pay her bride price.



After a week stay in Lagos which was great and fun because Eziaku did not only get to meet my parents, I drove around Lagos in one of my dad’s cars showing her places and we also get to visit some close pals and few other places too.
we had fulfilling stay as we also get to conclude on the next steps to take.

We later traveled back to Abuja and got ready for the journey to the village.

I planned going with my big car this time, my Jeep will do the road trick unlike my old small car that once got stuck in a pothole back in their village during my sad journey to resolve things with Oby and that was when me and Eziaku’s path crossed.

Speaking of Oby, I guess she will hear of my second coming and wish for the good old days.

I could have been married long time ago to Oby, maybe with a kid now but I have no regret rather I’m happy everything is working out for my good.

My closeness with God have increased within this passed months.
having Eziaku as my real wife to be to crown up my whole efforts of wasted years is truly Worth it.
I’m glad, very glad that things are getting better and not bitter as it used to be.
My Mom and Dad had already confirmed her and if there was any doubts before it has been erased.

The second month was the period we agreed to travel but Eziaku had exams in the same month and we had to shift our traveling to another month.

Angela was aware of my plans in getting married soon, even though she tries to look happy but I knew she was forcing it.
She pretends to be happy for me but she was not truly happy.
I can see through her.

And there is nothing I could do about that except to pray and hope she meet a good guy who is worth it all soon.

And it did not take long for my prayers to be answered.
After about five weeks passed, she came to inform me that she met this nice guy, Leo is his name and they have already gone on their first date and the whole idea was marriage but she is taking her time to study Leo.
She wants to be sure that he was nothing like Peter.
She was blunt enough to say that although she doesn’t love him like she did with me first or Peter but she was ready to give it all a try.





I wished her the very best as I kept on with my positive hope that it will all turn out well for her so that she can be happy too.

We finally get to travel after Eziaku’s exams which took a whole month.

It was on the fourth month of our engagement that we traveled back to Lagos and set off from Lagos.

We traveled with my big car. My Mom said she may not be able to join us due to the long journey and it was by road. Her long journey is usually traveled by air not by land.
We all agreed for her to stay back but a day to go she changed her mind that she will be going with us.
She wants to be present at the introduction and also the marriage proper.
My Dad asked her if she was sure of coming and she assured him that she was very eager to meet Eziaku’s people and join in the introduction.

I was happy that my Mom was coming along and even as we fervently prayed that night which was a day to the journey, our main focus was for God to take absolute control over the whole thing.
We prayed that starting from our journeying down and the whole introduction before fixing the traditional wedding date and then coming back to outy base that God will go before us and make every crooked way straight. Averting ill lucks, perfecting our good purpose and bringing us back to our different destination in one piece without any worries.
My Mom prayed like a prayer warrior, my Dad too also prayed.

In my private room, I prayed for hours after reading Psalms.
I prayed with Eziaku that midnight because we agree to pray together and we did before she went back to her room.

I have come a long way and wouldn’t want anything to go wrong.
I felt confidence that God was involved and will take care of every of our worries.

My Dad informed his long time friend, Mr Benson who was also a well to do man and my father’s pal for a very long time.

Mr Benson had two sons who were in abroad studying. I remember my dad telling us that he lost his wife long time ago and had stayed unmarried ever since.
He was also a friend of the family and we all grew up knowing him.
After my Dad informed him about our journey and asked him to please join us he did not hesitate.
He agreed to come along.
I introduced Eziaku to him and he was pleased and Promise to support us both.



Mr Benson traveled with his driver and my Dad joined him in his car.
While my Mom, Ezi and I went in my Jeep.

It was indeed a long journey but we finally arrived Eziaku’s state.
We arrived in the evening and had to lodge in a hotel.
Eziaku insisted that she was going home that night so that she can prepare for our arrival the following day.
She will want to remind the people that needs to be around for the introduction day.
Even though she had been communicating with them on the phone and some of them are already aware of our coming she still need to meet them in person before we come.

My Dad agrees with her idea and asked her to call us immediately she arrives home.
My Dad was already treating her like his blood daughter, same with my Mom.
I was very happy for that.

I overheard my Dad telling his friend that he has been to Eziaku’s state several years ago during his early business days.

I couldn’t hear the rest of the things they were talking because I needed to make a call.

My parents stayed in hotel suit, which was big and very accommodating.

Mr Benson stayed in the executive room.
His driver was lodged in a standard room.
I took standard room which was next to Chike, Mr Benson’s driver’s room.

I stayed out in the hotel casual bar with Mr Benson driver, Chike.
I like the guy, he was very funny as we went talking and laughing at some normal stuffs.
He loved soccer game and couldn’t stop talking about his best players while sipping his drink.
My Dad and his friend where together in another corner of the executive bar while my Mom was resting in the room.

We later retired to our different rooms. I left Chike and went to rest for tomorrow.

This hotel was a five star hotel, not like the hotel I used to stay during me and Oby’s days.
Their service was good and very professional in some of their affairs.

They even gave us a quality complimentary breakfast.

The following day, we agreed to leave around 11am or 12pm because that was the time Eziaku wanted us to come. It will enable her people to be present there.

I communicated with my parents through the hotel room intercom and the time was okay for them.
My Dad also informed his friend, Mr Benson.

The next day, We later got ready and entered the road again to Eziaku’s village
We arrived Eziaku’s village around 11am, she was at the bustop waiting.
I picked her as she led us to their house.

As we came down from the car, my Dad reminded his friend again that the village looks familiar.

I will hear of my dad’s gist later, today is an important day and I can see alot of people gathered already waiting for us.

They all look excited as we arrived.

Eziaku hays already told me that her Mom was around and was among the people cooking in the kitchen.

I looked forward to meeting her Mom as I also wish her Dad was around to witness this day.





My heart was beating as if something was going to go wrong but I waved off such feeling.
I try not to walk on fear but faith.

“God, please take control”
I prayed silently as we were ushered in and took our seat in Eziaku’s grandmother’s compound.

 

 

Tbc

Episode 40
By AMAH’S HEART

 

My Mom tried to find out what transpired between me and Eziaku last night
I told her that nothing serious happened and even though the question seems childish because i and Eziaku are both matured adults I still have to answer her main because she is my mother.

“Austin, I’m not asking to make you feel embarrassed or to belittle you, not asking for you to give me details of everything going on in your private life. Is because I’m concerned…I want the best for you son and can’t keep quiet when I sense something going wrong. How long do you want to continue eating the forbidden fruit before getting married? I know you have had several before Ezi and bedding different women never does good to any man. Is a total downfall for a man who chose that part. Exchanging all manners of spirit with women you know little or nothing about all in the name of satisfying sexual pleasure Or don’t you know whenever you sleep with a lady that is not your wife you indirectly open up your spirit man to be mishandled… thereby blindly digging your own grave. Son, don’t you know sexual intercourse is a spirit and can bring down a man to dust. Is just like exchanging your good spirit with a bad one…it also applies to women who does the same. Austin, you supposed to jealously guard your divine doors securely not giving room to scavengers that crept in through forbidden affairs…

I breathed, my Mom was right but sometimes is easier said than done. I don’t sleep with every woman that crosses my part, I have tried to discipline myself in that area but I fall off once in a while. Not intentionally though.



I need to say something or my Mom won’t stop talking.

“Mom…I understand you totally God will never allows such to be my portion. And also…I never slept with Eziaku. over the years that I have come to know her, I never had sex with her, I won’t lie Mom…I did tried to but she wouldn’t let me. She claims to be a virgin but I don’t believe her…

Mom looked at me surprised.
“Why…why didn’t you believe her?

“Maybe because…of many reasons. She is almost thirty years, and have had boyfriends in the past…I don’t know Mom but my gut tells me that she is lying and do not want me to touch her.

My Mom smiled and said.
“Is probably because you have not been lucky enough to come across a truthful lady because I see no reason for you to doubt her when you haven’t even confirmed it. Ezi, can’t be joking around with That, many ladies around her age will want to jump into bed with you and even tries to pin you down with pregnancy or entitlement stunt but not Ezi. Give her the benefit of doubt son and don’t make her feel like keeping her virginity is some stupid ideas. Because when you bluntly doubt her or ridicule her it may make her feel worst with herself. I knew deep within me that she was very special, despite how much she loves you, she was still willing to keep herself until marriage… that is a very hard thing to do. Eziaku is disciplined and open minded… she will make a great home. Don’t you like her enough for marriage…?

My Mom asked with all seriousness while staring at me.
I couldn’t utter a word, I really don’t know what to reply.
When she saw that I was quiet she asked again.
“…She is not your spec… the kind of woman you will like to settle down with? You don’t love her to that extent Austin…? Say something… anything and I promise not to push because I can’t force you into a life time commitment, it has to be your whole decision.

I rubbed my face while breathing outloudly.

“I don’t know Mom…I love Eziaku. She is a nice lady but I haven’t really sat down to think over settling down with her. The thought crossed my mind in the past but I never entertained it. Now that you mentioned it I’m begining to think it through again, I don’t know if she will be truly happy to settle down with me. I can’t tell of her exact plan or the kind of man she wants. Is not just about me…her feelings also counts. I can’t tell Mom…

“You wouldn’t know untill you ask or try to son. If you want her then don’t waste further time in doing the right thing. Before another man that has good eyes take her away from you, is better you do the required thing by asking her to marry you soon enough….

I looked at my Mom puzzled.
Isn’t it too direct and soon, I have cold feet towards that. what if she turns me down again?
I wondered within me.
But my Mom is not ready to back down.

“…If you are not certain or scared of rejection which I doubt greatly if Ezi will reject you, but… just in case you are… then I can help you and ask her. That way you won’t have anything to loose.



I told my Mom that I will do it. I wasn’t scared to ask Eziaku anything. I have been rejected before and wouldn’t be surprised if it happened again but I will love to take the honor in such a bold step.
I will like to think it through again, maybe a week or a month highest.
If I ask her such question now, she will feel the reason I’m asking is because I want to get intimate with her.
I also need time to make sure I’m fully ready for such.

My Mom agreed and I went about my day.
I called Eziaku within the day to check on her, she did not pick.
She is probably angry with me because of last night.
I concluded within me.

It was towards evening she called back and told me that she was in the class then and couldn’t pick.

We talked generally and she even asked what I ate within the day.
She never mentioned last night drama but I still find the need to apologise again to her.
She asked me to stop apologizing that it was okay.

We later spoke again that night, when I called to know how her day went and she told me she was just getting home from the customer’s house where she went to after school.

She asked how Mom was doing and I love the way she takes my Mom like hers.
The following day, Ezi visited but did not sleep over.
She came in time for church service and we went to church together, came back and had lunch.
Relaxed in the sitting room with drinks and movies.
My Mom was with us as we talked freely like a family.
She later announced that she was leaving after wishing my Mom journey mercies because my Mom will be traveling back to Lagos the following day which is Monday.
My Mom hugged her warmly, Eziaku couldn’t hide her tears when they separated.
I asked her if she was alright and she said.

“I’m sorry…I can’t remember ever getting a hug from a mother figure. It feels really good… like a dream come through for me having someone like Mom who takes me like her own daughter and even hugs me. i feel honored. Thank you so much ma… God bless you.

She said to Mom who equally prayed for her and told her never to worry because she will always be a good mother to her.

All I could do was to smile and pray within me that it ends well with Eziaku and I.

I later went to drop her off that night.



The following day, I took my Mom to the airport and watch her flight take off before driving to work.

Angela was happy to see me as she gives me more update on what went on during my one week absent.

I spoke with my Mom later in the day and she was safely back to Lagos
My Dad’s company car picked her on her arrival to Lagos and took her straight home.
My Mom did not fail to remind me of our discussion and I assured her that I’m still working on it

The week runs on into another. Eziaku came during the weekend but she did not sleep over.
I guess that is the best thing because whenever we are close to each other my mind is not always settled.
I want to respect her decision but at the same time I don’t want to be tempted into getting romantically involved.

I don’t care about her virginity like she said and still has my doubt but i want to respect her as a lady and a very special one at that.

Within two weeks the closest we have gotten is a forehead kiss and a quick peck on the lip when I went to drop her.

My mom’s words rings like bell to my ears, sex is not love.
If I cherish Eziaku enough then I should be able to respect her every decision and wait untill she is ready.
I also have to discipline myself around her to avoid what happened before.

Eziaku on the other hand was getting very comfortable and happy around me.
Sometimes she lies on my chest while we watch television and I try to work on my mind not to think of intimacy during such moments.

Is hard I must confess but I was getting good at it.

I make sure I go to drop her off whenever she visits during the weekend.

Angela came into my office one day to tell me that she broke up with Mr Peter again and this time it was really over.

Angela said Peter does not worth her tears or emotions. After finding out that he has this girlfriend that is based abroad and they are really into each other, she decided to call it quit.

She wanted to still wait and see if he will choose her over but looking at it all Peter only takes her as a substitute whenever he needs intimacy and care.

I told her not to worry that a real man out there is waiting to cherish and love her like she deserves. She should just be patient.

After few days she came back again to ask.
“I have been finding it difficult to forget Peter, I don’t know if I should text him that I’m pregnant for him maybe in that way he will come back to me…”

I scoffed loudly and asked her if she was pregnant and she said no, she wasn’t but she is ready to do anything to have him back to only herself.

I sat her down and talked to her like I will do to my sister.
She needs to understand that Peter does not value her and there is nothing she will do that will change him overnight.
To avoid getting more hurt is better she let go and move on.

I was even surprised that I can give such a good relationship advice.
Years of experience thought me hard lessons.

Angela promised to move on after talking to her.
She is not just my staff anymore, she is someone I trust with my business and she has never disappoint.
Angela, aside the fact she works for me I also see her as a good friend.

After 9 weeks, that is about two months and one week I knew I was ready. I don’t need God to come down from heaven and confirm it to me.
Eziaku was the one for me.

I have spoken to her and asked her indirectly of what she thinks in general about me or about us and her answer was satisfying.

I drove down to a jewelry store, browsed around until I was able to get something fitting.
An engagement ring. After paying and going back into my car. I didn’t drive off immediately.
I kept staring at it like one very special ornament.
I couldn’t believe that I was finally doing this.
I did little more shopping for her before driving home

She visited that weekend and I took her out on a date.
She wore the new dress and moderate beautiful heel shoe I got for her which sized her perfectly.

It was a cool evening at this lovely couples joint.
After our drinks and food, I couldn’t get myself to pop the question.
I brought her to this expensive place for such purpose but I just couldn’t do it.

She was very happy and kept smiling all through the time we were there.
She trust me fully and loves the whole special attention I continued giving her.

I touched my breast Pocket where the tiny box is but I was reluctant and at the end I never asked her if she will marry me.
while we were back home and relaxed in the sitting room, she was obviously going to sleep over and the guest room was where she kept her things.
I decided to try again with the question.
I called her name and she looked at me expectantly.
I suddenly asked her a total different thing from what I intended.

That night as she went to the guest room to sleep after we had our night prayer together just like Mom thought us.

I returned back to my room, knelt down with the ring in front of me and prayed.

I haven’t prayed fervently in a long time and I know the big decision I was trying to take was going to change i and Eziaku’s Life forever.
I confessed my sins thoroughly and prayed it will never be a hindrance to my marital blessings with Ezi.

Anything discouraging me from going forward with Ezi should be cancelled.

I was ready and I needed God more than ever to step in.
I have succeeded in erasing the ill thought of intimacy with Ezi.

I cherish and value her more than before and was no more in a rush to have her.
That midnight as I lie down to sleep I can here Eziaku whispering in her room.
I stood and decided to go closer to listen closely by her door
She was also praying.
i couldn’t here any word except “in Jesus name”

I went back and decided to practice on my own in how to propose to her.

I did great with myself in front of a mirror and hope it goes the same way tomorrow.

The following day, we got ready for church and it was after service that evening that I finally knelt down and asked if she will marry me while presenting the ring.

It seems unbelievable to her, I got few tears drop, an emotional moment that equally engulfed my every being and a big yes.

Finally my fear have been conquered.
She said she had been praying over it too and even told God if I was not the man for her that God should separate her from me.
She never knew the miracle will happen so soon.

Eziaku seems to be the happiest woman alive after I told her that the ring was not to get access to what she carries in between her legs. That I will wait no matter how long it takes.
I was willing to wait until marriage just like she wanted.
I love and respect her and it will be my utmost joy to spend forever with her.

That Sunday night, I drove her home. She couldn’t stop staring at her ring finger and thanking me like I did her a favor.

In the actual facts, I think I’m the luckiest one.
I don’t know what will come after now but I’m glad that I have been able to conquer my first fear.

I later called and told my Mom and she was super excited.
She invited us to Lagos. So that I can introduce Eziaku to my Dad.

Is a normal thing to be done. I informed Eziaku and we got ready to travel to Lagos.
She was very excited.
There are many things she was looking forward to and is not just meeting my Dad but also flying in an airplane for the very first time in her life.



Seeing how happy she was gives me pleasure. It makes me feel alive.

After meeting my Dad, then we can proceed to her village for the normal marriage rite.
I know my parents will want to meet Eziaku’s real mother not just her grandmother.
My Dad specially who is a practical man will want to meet Eziaku’s biological father if possible.
We will see how all of this unfold. at the main time, Lagos is on our mind and we will be leaving tomorrow.

 

Tbc

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 39
By AMAH’S HEART.



I stayed back in my room while going through my laptop.l
Eziaku was out tidying things and she also volunteer to help Mom fix two buttons on her cloth instead of taking it to the tailor tomorrow.
I can hear them talking and laughing loudly in the guest room.

I wish my Mom can release her already so that she can come take her bath and rest.
We have already done our night prayer before I Came to my room.
I was done with what I was doing, I shut down my laptop, picked up my phone and began browsing the internet.

I kept checking the door to know when she will come inside because I can no longer hear noises coming from the guest room.
Which means she has left there and was probably coming inside.



Finally, there was a knock. Why is she knocking, she should open the door and come in. She is not a visitor to be knocking before coming into my room.

I asked her to come in, and told her not to knock next time because she is already part of me and the house too.

She smiles with a nod before asking if I have had my bath.
I told her that I did after dinner which was over an hour already.

She went into the bathroom and took almost 25minutes before she finally came with a towel wrapped around her chest

She picked the clothes she wore the previous night and went back to the bathroom to change up.
I frowned, what exactly is she hidding from me.
Can’t she freely dress up in my presence. Am I not her man? Why is she shy changing clothes in my presence.

I pretend to be browsing but I was looking forward to spending romantic night with her.
I needed something to drink. I walked out, grabbed a bottle water and return back to the room.
She was sitting on the bed.
I sat on the chair without a word because I don’t really know what kind of conversation to start at that moment.

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“Where are you sleeping? She asked

“Uhmmm anywhere…. maybe I will sleep on the bed with you tonight.

I stared at her to see her reaction, she was trying to avoid my gaze.

“You’re not angry with me again… right? She asked as she managed to look at me.

“,No… I’m not Ezi. I’m rather grateful that you’re around. I kinda overacted in a way but you wouldn’t blame me. You really broke me into pieces that Monday with your attitude and sharp tongue. I’m glad we’re putting all of that behind us… and moving ahead like we should…”



“Yes, I’m also happy that you finally let go of your anger. I’m sorry for everything but I was truly hurt and did not know a better way to react than do what I did. You won’t understand how it feels like telling me that you slept with another woman and sustain injury from same person and it was after then you remembered me. I couldn’t pretend to be cool with it…it still hurts when I think of it but I have let go too. I’m glad we’re fine and moving on…

I stood up and went to sit beside her on the bed.
Took her right hand and placed on my chest.
“, You own my entire heart Ezi. What happened before won’t repeat itself…I promise. I’m truly sorry that such even happen in the first place. I can’t stop loving you… even when I’m angry I still can’t forget you. I hated the fact that Mom kept mentioning Olisa…

She began to laugh, I joined her while releasing her hand.

“…I will disown my cousin and challenge him to a fight for your heart if the situation warrants it. My Mom knows exactly how to get me. I’m so happy she came if not you won’t be sitting here with me tonight. You’re beautiful…others may see you as neutral but you’re the most beautiful lady in my eyes. My Mom also confirms it. I’m happy you came into my life when I needed a caring, calm yet a no nonsense lady in my life…

She blushed as she bent her face.
“My mouth almost ruined things for us. I’m very happy hearing you say all of this. I have miss you and I’m glad you’re back to being you again. I promise to control my words and actions to avoid offending you. I can’t bear to see an angry you again. Those moments were scary, but I was silently praying that you Forgive me and let it go…”

I cupped her face and assured her that I love her wholeheartedly.
I wish to kiss her that moment but she replied that she loved me too before standing up.

“I don’t know…but maybe I should sleep on the ground with a blanket. Is not a problem for me… I’m fine sleeping anywhere. I don’t want to inconvenience you on the bed…

I interrupted
“If you sleep on the floor I will sleep beside you, if you choose the kitchen I will be there beside you. Anywhere you want to sleep tonight I also want to be there my love. I missed you so much and wish to cuddle and hold you to myself… Except you’re afraid of something…or are you scared of sleeping next to me?

“Not really…but…is..” she was stuttering and I can see from her eyes that she was troubled.

I moved closer to her and gently draw her close.
“What are you always afraid of…I have told you times without number that I will never hurt you. I promise…try and trust me.



I cupped her face again and kissed her slowly but steady.
She did not respond immediately but later did.
Within a second we were on the bed, we continued kissing.
I couldn’t let go anymore as I put my hands under her top and moaned happily when I freely grabbed the boobs.
I moaned quietly again at how soft and inviting it feels in my hand.
I was about pulling off her clothes when
She suddenly began to shake and she stepped away from me while panting.

Oh no, not now and not again. My pajamas was already burged.

‘i can’t…I can’t do this… I’m sorry…I can’t… please…!
She said repeatedly while still walking to sit on the chair.
I don’t understand what exactly is going on or why she kept shaking.

“What is the problem Ezi…talk to me. I promise I won’t be angry or react negatively. I won’t force you either despite how blown I am right now but I will always respect whatever you decide.

She sat on the chair and held her face in her hand.
I moved towards her and sat on the arm of the chair.
Urging her to speak.

“I have already told you before…I haven’t done it… and I so much desire that it will be with my husband… I’m really sorry that…
She paused.

“Ezi…my love, What is it that you have not done… what are you talking about? Do you mean you haven’t make love before or is there another thing you’re talking about that I’m not understanding…”

“,,Yes, no man has climbed me before. I don’t want it to happen now… I’m afraid that I may give in if you persuade but I’m truly not ready. Please… don’t..

I stopped her from talking.

“Please stop… stop… stop it Ezi. What do you mean that you haven’t made love before…are you trying to tell me that you’re a virgin?

She tries to nod her head but suddenly stopped because of the look in my eyes. I suddenly burst into laughter.
It was a whole funny scenario to know that Eziaku claims to be a virgin.
I wouldn’t have mind if she told me that she was practicing celibacy until her wedding night.
I wouldn’t have cared if she said “I have done it severally before but I have decided not to do it again until I’m married. That’s celibacy and I will respect her decision but claiming to be a virgin got me rolling seriously.

Or she may be confusing herself and do not understand what being a virgin or practicing celibacy means.

She looked at me annoyingly the way I kept laughing but I just couldn’t help it.

I got hold of my self and said.
“,Ezi, you can’t be a virgin, you’re not only twenty eight but have had boyfriend in the past. Is Uche your first man?

She look very serious.
“No, Uche is the second man I dated”
She answered looking away.

“Then you can’t possibly be a virgin Ezi. I see no reason for lying because I’m not after your body count, I mean I’m not after how many men you have slept with in the past. I don’t give a damn about that I only want you and that should matter most.

She went quiet and it felt like she has losed all her defense guard. She replied with all seriousness in her voice.

“I’m not saying it for you to believe or clap for me. I’m saying it because is true… I’m not lying and I see no reason to lie. The first man I dated agreed to my terms of no intimacy but later started disturbing me for sex. I refused which led to a serious fight. And we broke up and went our separate ways. Uche was from the church that I attended with my grandmother. He was the drummer boy and also sings in the choir. From normal friendship we fell in love and he was ready to abide to whatever I want. He actually did for over two years and never disturbs me for sex. But I knew he sometimes wish he can have me even ones. He was also principled and we never had intimacy. I traveled out of the village and we fell apart. He met another free lady and they connected both physically and emotionally. You already know how we ended things mutually without fight or malice. We’re cool and will always be friends.

“Okay… Ezi…I don’t understand where all of this story is going. So you mean that none of the men you dated make out with you? That’s crazy, I’m sorry…but I don’t believe you. Let me tell you a little bit about Oby. I met her when she was 18years and a virgin… well, so I was told. After about two to three years she visited from school and ofcourse she was still supposed to be a virgin…I never touched her before and I was eagerly looking forward to making out with my virgin wife to be. I was patient and waited until she was ready… she confirmed to me that she was still very intact, I believed so. How proud I was and happy that night when we were about to make out. I even assured her severally that I was going to be gentle on her and if she still felt like she can’t do it… I was going to wait. After all she was mine and I see no reason to rush her especially with the fact she never had a man before and wouldn’t know how that feels. We finally did it and at the long run Oby wasn’t a virgin, she was about 20 to 21years then. At that young age she have not only loosed her virginity but also gotten pregnant for another guy and did abortion that damaged her uterus…her bladder. I spent a lot of money on surgery just to correct it. The point I’m trying to make here is that a naive teenage village girl wasn’t naive after all. She was a good liar and very manipulative. Ever since then is hard for me to even trust all this village girls. I don’t even believe that there is a virgin among them… especially those from eighteen and above. You’re 28 Eziaku… you’re neither a kid or naive. You have had ex’s and still claims to be a virgin…. hahahaha… that’s why this whole thing is funny to me. But let’s talk about another thing… because you can’t possibly convince me. I can only pretend to believe you so that you will drop the topic.

She nodded quietly and climbed up the bed again.
She lie down facing up, I sat in the bed but didn’t lie down.

“…Does this mean that I can’t touch you Ezi? you wanted to use the virginity thing to scare me off? You should have told me straight out that I shouldn’t touch you and I will keep off, not trying to lie to me. I don’t know you as a liar Ezi but is okay.

I lie down leaving space between us.
She suddenly began to speak again.

“Maybe if not for how I decided to live my life I would have ended up like my mother who had me out of wedlock… and even at this age i don’t know how my father looks like except that he was one of those womanizers from the city that sweet talk my Mom into his bed and later abandoned her while moving on with another woman. Or I could have be married by now with children, living a poverty stricken life with no choice or exposure. I never wanted to get pregnant and have a child without a responsible father…I took this decision at a very tender age and even though some of the things I wanted never worked out… like getting married at early twenty and other desires but I’m glad I took this part. You’re the first man that I have loved to the extent of wanting to bend my principles to please you. The first man I ever cried for and prayed over. You’re the first man to do alot of things to me… like to the way you kiss or handles my body that makes me want to throw off everything I believed in and have a sexual moment with you. But…I have come this far and despite how I sometimes get scared of loosing you or other important things… I’m not ready to let down my guard yet. I will wait for the man for me. I’m sorry but this is my stand…

I didn’t reply and she did not say another word. she turned her back to me.

My body still yawns for her. I can’t even sleep knowing she was in the same bed with me. I looked over at her, trying to think of some other things but it wasn’t helping.

I waited and kept trying to distract my mind but nothin was working.
I looked down at my pajamas trouser and my manhood was not ready to reason with the fact that she wants to be left alone.
I breathed deeply before moving closer to her in bed.
I touched her gently before placing my head on her shoulder as I whispered.

“Can you let me just this night… please. I won’t disturb you again. I can’t sleep…my body desires you. please…my love. Making love to you tonight will really make me happy and I will continue to cherish you honey…

I kissed her ears, her neck and slowly turned her to face me, I pulled off my top and continued kissing her while my hands were all over her body.
She struggles but I held her tight. As I slipped down my hand to her cloths. She kept struggling but I pinned her down to the bed while pleading for her to corporate.

“You’re hurting me Austin…
she said quietly but I was not ready to come to reasoning.

“Leave me alone…”

She screamed out loudly and slap my eyes.
I quickly covered her mouth from screaming again while blinking severally.

I was trying to catch my breath.
I said quietly to her
“What is wrong with you? Jesus Christ… My Mom could hear you…I wasn’t going to rape you. What…uhhh God…

I felt stupid and embarrassed. I just realized I was literally forcing her beyond her wish.

She immediately jumped out of the bed with speed while readjusting herself.
She was scared and angry.

And just then there was a knock.

“Austin… Austin…is everything okay in there? I heard Ezi screaming… what is going on?

I held my mouth as I began walking around the room like a crazy person.
I begged Ezi not to say anything.

“Yes Mom… she is alright. She… she was having a nightmare…”
That was the first lie that came to my mind. My heart was beating unstoppable.

“Are you sure son? If she is not comfortable in there she can come over to my side. The bed is big enough for two people….

“She is fine Mom… please go back to bed. Eziaku is alright…”
I replied wishing my Mom will leave.

“Can’t she speak…let her speak for herself. Ezi… my daughter are you alright in there? Hope my son is not disturbing you..? You can come and sleep in my room if you’re not comfortable….

Eziaku gasped out before replying my mom.

“I’m alright here ma. Thank you…!

My Mom later left. I opened the door a little to make sure she was gone.
Before going over to Eziaku.

“, I’m really sorry Ezi…I don’t know what came over me. I almost forcefully had you which is beyond your wish. Oh my God…I couldn’t control my urge… please, forgive me…

I knelt down and placed my head on her body. She was shocked to see me knelling but I needed to prove to her that I was truly sorry.

What I try to do was totally wrong and very inappropriate. I have never in my life forced a woman into bed.
I don’t know what came over me tonight.

Mostly everytime I’m with Ezi, it feels like I’m going to explode if I don’t touch her.

She assured me that it was alright and also believed me.

I told her to go back to bed, I will go and sleep in the sitting room.
She wanted to leave rather but I insisted as I reminded her that my Mom won’t be happy if she found out that I was the cause and may get suspicious.

I left with a duvet to the sitting room and remained awake almost all through the night.
I kept replaying the scary scene on my mind and shaking my head pathetically.

What was I even thinking?
That was not man like. A responsible man will never force a lady for sexual pleasure.

I really messed up in there and will never again ask Ezi to get intimate until she feels ready to offer freely.

It was my mom’s tap that woke me up in the morning.
It was time for devotion. I was still very sleepy as Eziaku led the morning prayer.

After prayer, i walked back to the room while she was out tidying things.
I dozed off again immediately my back hit the bed.

She did not wake me up. When I finally woke up and came out, my Mom was in the sitting room.
I asked of Eziaku she told me that she has left already. She did not want to wake me up.
I wish she had, I would have gone to drop her since she will be having class today.

I’m out to pleasing her and making it up to her.



My Mom asked me to come and sit down she wanted to speak to me.
My heart skipped.
I hope she did not find out or did Eziaku told her?
I breathed shakily as I sat to listen to her.

My mind is not settled.
I still feel guilty because of last night.





Tbc

Episode 19

 

 

Natalia’s POV
We watched as he looked at our direction.

“Oh my! His even cuter than I thought” she exclaimed again and I scoffed.



“His not as cute as chase, his kind of ugly” I said and heard her hiss.

“Then you need an eye surgery” she said and focused her attention on him.

He started coming towards us with a smug smile.

Cindy was blushing herself to hell as he got really close.

“Hi beauties” he cooed.

“Hi” she smiled and went to take his hand for a handshake immediately.

I didn’t bother returning his greetings.

“Hi Natty” he called when I didn’t greet back.

“Hi” I mumbled and rolled my eyes at him.

Cindy gave me a confused look as he starred at me.

“So, are you heading somewhere so we could go together?” He asked and licked his lower lip.



I scoffed again and stood akimbo.

What does he think his doing? Trying to get me by acting all sexy?

“Yes we are” Cindy replied when I didn’t and I immediately took my eyes to hers.

“I’m not going anywhere. Are you going somewhere?” I asked Cindy and she gave me an eye which I pretended not to notice.

“Well, if you wanna go somewhere you’re free but I’m gonna be telling mom on you once she gets back” I said less concerned.

I heard Chris cough and I looked at him.

“Maybe some other time then” he winked and left.

I immediately went into our house.

“Natalia?” Cindy called from behind as she ran after me.

“What?” I groaned at her.



“Why did you lie that you don’t know him? Why didn’t you tell me that you both are close? He even called you Natty meaning that you both are so close but you denied it” she half yelled.

“Hey, stop screaming alright. I don’t no him and that’s final, I only know that he schools at Top hill high” I snapped.

“You both school together?” She inquired her voice coming out normal now.

“Yes” I replied.

“Are you in the same class then?” She asked but I nodded negatively.

“I think his in his final year” I replied.

“Oh my! I must be in his class even if I’ll have to forge my age, I’ll ask Aunt to register me first thing tomorrow” she giggled and jumped up.

“Lemme start preparing for my act of seduction” she added and ran into the house.

I watched as she vanished and shook my head pathetically.

She’s not only a witch, she’s also crazy.

I made to go back into the house but decided to look at the window I saw chase at the other day – his room.

I looked up and felt him looking out but wasn’t really sure. It was already getting dark.

I took one last glare at the window and went into the house.

Chris’s POV
I got to the hotel where I was supposed to meet with her – the bit*h for today.

What’s that her name? I think Tina or so but she looks sexy.

Hmm and that reminds me. That girl I saw with the blonde hair girl seems like a very easy catch.

I might have her tomorrow or the next.

She was even seducing with her eyes and smile.

Well she’s also beautiful but not as beautiful as Natalia and coupled with Natalia’s body shape.

I don’t think I’ve seen any girl that beat Natalia in beauty and shape. She’s just so perfect and I won’t hesitate to have her twenty times.

I can have only girls just thrice but her, I’ll exceed the limit. She’s just so beautiful and I’m beginning to like her arrogant self.

Thank goodness chase said he doesn’t like her else I could have been restraining myself.

I opened the door to the room number she texted to me and got in.

Hmm nice fragrance filled my nostril as I took steady steps in.

I got to the bed and saw a bottle of red wine there.

I smiled as I sat down and opened the wine.

Tina sure knows what I like. But where is she?

I don’t wanna go home late before mom starts her complains.

I decanted large quantity of wine into one of the glass cup there and took it to the brim of my mouth and inhaled the scent.

Nice wine. I thought and sipped from it.

I kept it back and unbuckled my shirt.

I was still unbuckling my shirt before my eyes started inching me.

My head became hot and my eyes blurry.

What the f**k is happening? I thought and put on my shirt back.

I made to stand but fell back on the bed.

My eyes was beginning to close.

What the?

“Tina?” I groaned trying to struggle my eyes open.

“Tina?” I called again and I heard a door inside the room open followed by foot steps.

Someone appeared and stood in front of me.

I rubbed my eyes and tried seeing who it was but couldn’t.

“Tina?” I managed to call but heard a different voice.

“She won’t be coming today you murderer” I heard a very harsh voice say.

“What?” I scoffed as I couldn’t believe my ears.

“Murderer?” I asked to be sure.

“Yes, today you’ll die Chris. You’ll die for killing my sister” the voice said again and I felt my throat become dry.

“What…who…who the hell are you?” I managed to ask again.

“You’ll find out in hell bastard” the reply came again.

I struggled to stand on my feet tho I couldn’t see properly and my legs were already numb.

I staggered to the door and felt that person laugh.

“Not today Chris. Not today” was the last thing I heard before I passed out.

 

Episode 20

Charlie’s POV
I was in the sitting room watching wrestling when I heard car hones.

Huh! Could it be uncle or Aunt.

This is bad. Why are they back before Chris?

I stood up and went to the window to see Aunt stepping out of uncle’s car.

What’s happening? Why are they back together? I thought and made to open the door before I heard foot steps behind me.

I looked to see chase.

“Where is Chris?” He asked immediately.

“I don’t no, try calling him while I distract them” I replied and went outside.

Chase’s POV
I brought out my phone from my trouser pocket and checked the time.

Why are they coming back early? And where the hell is Chris? I wondered searching for his number and when i found it, i dialed it.

It started ringing but he didn’t pick.

I dialed it again but he still didn’t pick. The door opened and I immediately inserted the phone back into my trouser pocket.

“Oh my baby” mom beamed and I smiled and went to hug her.

“Mom” I called as she patted my back.

“Welcome dad” I greeted my dad who also came in.

“But..why are you two together? Why are you two back so early?” I questioned looking from mom to dad.

Charlie was just ruffing his hair at the door.

“We decided to spend some time with you guys today. We figured out that we let work distract us too much so today we came back early for you, are you happy son?” She smiled and patted my cheek.

“Yea…yea” I managed to say.

“By the way where is Chris?” She asked and looked behind me.

I looked at Charlie so he could say something.

I seriously don’t no how to lie to her.

“His in the toilet, he drank too much alcohol so…”

“He drank alcohol? That boy doesn’t listen at all” mom cut him in looking pissed.

“Patricia his a man now, you can’t stop him from getting drunk when he wants to” dad chipped in going upstairs.

“Alright, lemme go prepare something special for this special day” mom said and left.

I sighed and brought out my phone again.

“Hey, where is he?” Charlie questioned coming closer to me.

“I don’t no, he refused picking his calls” I replied and dialed his number again.

It rang to the end and he still didn’t pick up.

“Why today of all days? Why?” Charlie groaned angrily.

“I’ll keep trying” I muttered and dialed his line again.

It rang to the end again but still nothing.

“This idiot is trying to put me in trouble, did he forgot himself while drilling a bit*h?” Charlie groaned again.

I kept on trying his line but nothing. He wasn’t picking up.

I know Chris, regardless of what his doing he’ll always pick calls especially from his family members. But what’s happening?

What’s wrong? He left with his phone or is his phone in his room? I thought and rushed up to his room.

I dialed his number again but didn’t hear the sound of a ringing tone.

His phone is with him. But why isn’t he picking up?

Or did he get drunk and forgot how to pick a call? Did he perhaps get into an accident? I thought and shook my head.

No, this mustn’t happen.

The door opened and I saw Charlie coming in.

“Track his location now, cover up for me so I’ll go look for his stupid a*s” he said.

“Okay, lemme go to my room” I replied.

“Use his computer” he said.

“I don’t no how his works, I’ll have to use mine to be faster” I replied and left the room.

He followed me to my room and immediately I unlocked my computer and did my thing real fast.

After some minutes I got the location of his phone.

“Its at golden eye hotel” I turned to Charlie and revealed.

“That idiot, his still at the hotel” Charlie said and left the room.

I shut my computer down and followed him out still trying Chris line.

“Cover up for me with anything, I’ll be quick” he said in a whisper.

He got to the front door and made to open it but mom’s voice stopped him.

“Where the hell are you going to this late Charlie?” She questioned coming out fully from the kitchen.

“Um..I aren’t going anywhere actually” he cracked.

“Then why are you opening the door?” She asked almost immediately.

Oh gosh!

Chris is exactly like mom. They can both sense things out real quick.

Very suspicious of everything. Mom can’t be easily fooled.

“Um..aunt..you see..i..I forgot my car keys in my car so…”

“Go and get Chris down here before you can make a move” she interrupted him and I knew it.

She’ll find out everything in matter of minutes.

“Aunt, chase can do that, I’ll just take the keys, it won’t take long” Charlie tried convincing her.

“Chris?” Mom called from where she was.

“Chris?” She called again and dad appeared instead.

Even if someone will have to take the blame for anything it’ll Charlie because his the eldest but I am really worried.

Once mom get mad then she can’t be easily calmed.

She might do something drastic out of anger.

“Mom, Chris is not yet back from where he went to” I interrupted her screaming.



“What do you mean?” She walking closer to me.

“His still out” I replied.

 

 

TBC

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 38
By AMAH’S HEART.

I silently sat in the sitting room watching Eziaku set the dining while my Mom was back to her room and I can hear her making calls.
Ezi looked towards my end and I quickly returned my eyes to the television.

I saw her coming but i pretended like never noticed her.

“The dinner is set on the dining… please come and eat” she said as she stood close enough for me to feel her presence to my very skin.



I did not reply as I keep watching the television without turning to look at her.

From the corner of my eyes I can still see her standing.
She made attempt to tap me but held back her hand.

“… sir… Austin… Aus…

She was about calling my name again when I turned.
“What is it… what do you want?
I barked with a harsh voice.

“I said that the dinner is ready and the table is set…”

“Okay…so? What do you want me to do with this information now..? I asked with an annoying smirk

She breathed speedily and replied.
“To eat…to go over to the dining and eat.

I returned my attention to the television without another word.
“…can I go and inform your Mom? I don’t know if is okay by you… should I…

The guest room opened and my Mom came out at that moment.
She walked towards us and said

“Ahaa! Just within few minutes two of you’re already talking. I wonder why my son was acting all of that drama in my presence when he obviously wants to settle things. Ezinne…my dear daughter is the food ready? I can perceive the fine aroma…

Eziaku told her that it was ready. She turned and followed her towards the dining.
I can hear her whispering something.
“, He’s still not talking to me ma”



My Mom gently tapped her shoulder and asked her to relax that I will come around.

I sighed and went back watching the television. Come which around?
I’m not talking to her she shouldn’t talk to me either.
It may seem childish but I’m loving my childishness. They should all leave me alone.
I’m very hungry but going over to that table to sit with them and eat the food Eziaku prepared will make my Mom think I’m cool and I actually came around like she predicted or make Eziaku feels I have soften up.
I’m not going anywhere, I will endure the hunger until tomorrow morning.

“Son… aren’t you eating? Please come over let’s have dinner…” My Mom beckoned on me to come over to the table.

“I’m not hungry Mom… I’m fine”
I replied, trying not to show any sign of how hungry I was really.

I wanted to check out the face of the food and why the aroma was directed to my nose.
I stood, walked over to the fridge , and pretend like I wanted to take water.
I stretched out my neck to check out their meal and just then my Mom caught me.

I quickly looked back to the fridge as she began to laugh.

“My dear son, don’t allow pride keep you away from this delicious meal Ezi prepared. I know you’re hungry because you did not eat the food offered to you at the program hall this afternoon. Because you are careful of eating outside food. Come and have a taste is very yummy… come, just take a spoon and if you don’t like it then you’re free to go.

My Mom was already wining me over. I’m seriously salivating, my stomach chose that exact time to make a sound.
Eziaku turned and looked at me, I stared back at her to stop looking at me.

She returned her face back to the food in front of her.

My Mom kept urging me with her sweet words. I made a face as I sluggishly went over to the table and join them.



I took a spoon, then another followed and so it continues.
“It tastes great right? My Mom asked and hope she was not expecting me to answer that.
“…Ezi is not just a beautiful, caring, loving lady… she is also a great cook.
Ezi began to blush shyly as she stylishly turned to look at me again.
Why is she even looking at me instead of my Mom that was filling her head with praise.
I focused more on my food as I took a bite of my fried fish and began to munch quietly.
“…who taught you how to cook like this Ezi? My Mom continued

Ezi who never stopped smiling and was not really eating much maybe because of my presence turned and looked at me again.
“Austin taught me some of the things I know. Especially, how to prepare some of this English food which I was not really used to because I didn’t grow up in the city. Ma, your son is a fantastic cook…”

Eziaku said and my Mom laughed out before saying.
“He learnt from the best. I thought him well….Right from his younger age he was always ready to learn both how things are done in the kitchen and in general. Austin is not only a good listener, he also grab things fast. Just like his father. My husband is very patient… I won’t be able to last a year in marriage with an inpatient man. That’s where Austin got part of his nature from….

My Mom continued laughing as she drank water from a glass cup before setting it down.
I couldn’t help but smile because the whole atmosphere was changing for my good and I was enjoying the whole gist

Maybe because they were both praising me like a little boy that came home with a good grade.

“Dad was not very patient when we were young Mom, I can still remember how he will send us to our room upstairs anytime we play around the house… maybe he becomes more bending with age”.
I said as I wiped my mouth with a serviette.

“Your father had always been cool headed… maybe more with me. I can get on his nerve sometimes but that man will never raise his voice. He has always been calm and patient with everyone. You and your brother at a younger age usually disturbs his study time with your noises and that’s why you are mostly sent off to your rooms.

A drank water before getting up from the table.
My Mom was done too. So we stood up together.
I was happy that I ate because I feel light headed now.
The wonders of food.
Thank God that my Mom persuaded me, I would have allowed my pride get in the way of my stomach.
I stood without saying a words to Eziaku.
My Mom called me back as I was walking away and asked.
“Won’t you atleast say thank you to Ezi for making the delicious dinner?

I raised an eyebrow as I looked at my Mom.
“..yes, thank her for the meal. That was how I raised you…”

“Mom, I have lots of email to reply tonight. I need to go please…

I said pleadingly to my Mom that was holding my hand and stopping me from leaving.

“Not after you have thanked her. She deserved it Austin and you have to show some gratitude and stop all this peacock pride on your shoulder. Anyway, Olisa will be very pleased to have her as a wife. She is a great cook…I know that your cousin likes food. He will be delighted when he learn that Eziaku is the woman he has been searching for all this while. alright, you can go and attend to your mail…”

My Mom left my hand to go.
I hate it whenever she brings Olisa to our conversations. I don’t like it because is annoying.
Can’t Olisa find wife for himself. Why must it be…

I paused from my thought and said more like a whisper to Ezi

“Thanks”
I don’t care if she heard me or not.
I know Ezi actually heard me because mare looking at her ears they were positioned like radio antenna.

My Mom smile as I walked away to my room.

I replied some office mail and sent out some.
I also sent messages to Angela on what to do tomorrow that is Friday.
It took me about an hour before shutting down my laptop.

I went into the bathroom and had my bath then brush my mouth for the night.
I wiped off my body and was wrapping my waist with the big towel while stepping out of my bathroom.

I suddenly exclaimed out as I saw a figure sitting on a cushion close to my bedside.
It was Eziaku.
“What they… what are you doing hee..re?

She quickly said defensively
“I didn’t see anything, I was not even looking at you as you stepped out of the bathroom…”.
she replied while looking from my face to my chest.
I felt embarrassed and wondered why.

“That wasn’t the question I asked you Ezi, I said what do you want and why didn’t you knock before coming inside?

“I knocked ones before your Mom asked me to go inside. You were in the bathroom when I entered not quiet long. Can I atleast have my bath and get something different to wear for the night? Mom said I should sleep in your room…

I looked at her before going over to my wardrobe to get dressed.
When I picked up my night wear, I turned to look at her and she was staring at me

“Can you excuse me? as you can see I want to dress up…

She apologized as she stood up and walked out of the room.
I got dressed, set out new towel because I don’t share my personal towel with anyone.
I brought out new toothbrush for her before stepping out of the room for her to go and bath.
She was sitting in the sitting room as I came out.
I asked her to go and use only the stuffs I kept on top of the bed for her.
She thanked me and went in.
After about 20minutes my Mom came out and asked me to go and call Ezi for night prayer.
I went inside after a double knock to avoid walking into her while she was dressing.
She was standing in the middle of the room confused with a towel wrapped around her chest.
She was done bathing and washed the cloths she wore earlier.
“What is it? My Mom is calling you for night prayer.

“Okay… can i get something to wear for the night.. please?

“You disturb a whole lot Eziaku? I said acting frustrated.

“Or maybe you shouldn’t worry, I will go and ask your Mom if she have cloth that will size me. She asked me not to hesitate to ask for whatever I need…”

I looked at her puzzled. Isn’t it weird asking my Mom for such?
I asked her to hold on. I walked back to my wardrobe checked through my things.
I saw the remaining T-shirt she ones got for me in the past, I pulled out a material short that I have not worn before and tossed it towards her before walking out. And did not reply her thanks.

She came out after few minutes. We all did a night prayer as my Mom led.
After the prayer my Mom said goodnight and went to the guest room.
Eziaku after sometime stood up and went to the room.
I lay on the couch for some time before going in to take a duvet.
I have decided to sleep in the parlour.

Getting into the room, Eziaku has already spread a blanket on the ground and lie down on it with one of my pillows.
She was literally lying on the ground and the air condition was on.

I couldn’t ignore, I called her to climb the bed because I will be sleeping in the living room.
She told me that she was fine sleeping on the ground that I should not worry.

As much as I want to pretend like I don’t care but I know she can’t possible sleep on the ground when I have a family size kind of bed that is wide enough to take atleast three adults.
After a little more persuasive words she agreed and climbed the bed.
I left the room and slept in the sitting room like I intended.
I really don’t want any problem.

My Mom woke up early, she came out to the sitting room and saw me with a duvet.
She smiled as I greeted her. I didn’t have a good sleep because I wasn’t comfortable on the couch but I refused going inside the room.
My Mom surprisingly did not say anything about me sleeping in the sitting room.
She asked me to call Ezi for morning devotion.
I walked back to the room after double knocking.
Ezi was already awake and was about coming out.
She greeted me and we walked back to the sitting room and had our morning devotion.
My Mom asked me to lead and I did.

Ezi began to tidy up the house while I went back to my room to freshen up for the day because I will be driving my Mom out again.
Mom asked Ezi to come with us after having breakfast.
She agreed to do that.

She wore the washed clothes that was already dry by morning.
We went to the program and it was a long day before it finally ended.

I was gradually getting back my ground with Ezi.
I felt free talking to her now and responding like we never had issue.
I assisted as we made dinner that night and even laughed together.
She mentioned of going to school the following day and even when my Mom asked her to come back to the house after her class I was silently hoping she will say yes.
But she had excuses and said she had a customer to attend to after class and won’t be able to come.

Mom mentioned that she maybe going back to Lagos on Monday.
Eziaku promised to come back on Sunday.



With the calm atmosphere unlike Thursday night, I was already contemplating in sleeping in the room that Friday night with Eziaku.

I’m getting all emotional attached and the way Eziaku has been getting close and we are having body contact again I don’t know how the night with her will go.
But I can only wait and see, hoping it goes well this time unlike before.



tbc

Episode 17

 

 

Chase’s POV
Few hours later the bell for lunch break went off, the teacher teaching us left the class.

I stood up immediately but felt a grip on my hand.



I looked down to see that Natalia was the one holding me.

“Chase? Did I do something wrong?” She asked with a sullen face.

I bite my lower lips and sat down back.

I took my gaze to the floor because I couldn’t stare at her.

“Chase?” She called again and I managed to look at her.

“No, you didn’t” I replied and bite my lower lips again.

“But, why are you treating me as if we never met before?” She asked in a sad voice and guilt immediately clouded me.

“I’m..I’m..sorry, I was only being stupid” I muttered.

“What did you say?” She asked straining her ear.

“Um..nothing, let’s just go grab something” I cooed and stood up. She also stood up with me.

“I’ll need to drop this in my locker so can you wait for me at the cafeteria?” I asked her and she nodded and proceeded outside.



I walked slowly behind her until she was out of sight.

I then leaned on the closest wall and sighed.

Get a grip of yourself chase, I thought and hit my temple.

 

Natalia’s POV
I walked sullenly to the cafeteria. It was really hard getting there but I did anyways.

Crazy male students blocked my way but I ignored them and left.

They are mostly bunch of lunatic, especially Chris that guy.

I got to the cafeteria and was about ordering when I heard someone call me from behind.

I turned and behold it was Frank.

“Hey” I muttered and turned my attention back to the attenders.

“White rice and bun with sauce” I ordered and looked back at Frank.



“Let’s sit together, shall we?” He gestured and pointed to a table.

“No, I…um..” I tried to reject but didn’t have the mind to.

He doesn’t look harmful. He just looks cool too.

“Um..okay but someone else is gonna be joining us too” I cooed and he nodded.

“No problem Natalia, its no big deal” he replied as the attender handed my tray over to me.

I followed him to the table he was talking of and we sat. He already ordered his food and we started eating.

I ate slowly and occasionally looked at the door to see when he’ll show up – chase.

“Is it chase? You’re expecting him?” Frank suddenly asked and I looked at him.

“Yes” I replied flatly.

“You like him?” He asked again and I paused and looked at him.

He was also starring at me.

I removed my eyes from his after a while and cleared my voice.

“We’re just friends” I replied.

“But you like him. Well it’s not a crime to like someone like him. All female student likes him and his brothers anyways” he replied taking a bite from his crunched chicken.

“And I’m quite surprised that his talking to you, do you two know each other before here?” He asked and I sipped from a drink he bought.

“Um..kind of,we’re neighbours actually” I replied and he made an “oh” mouth.

“You’re quit lucky, even I have tried being his friend but couldn’t. He doesn’t make friends at all” he explained.

“Hmm but why?” I asked.

“Well, I don’t no. His quit the opposite of his two brothers whom are male bit*h*s” he explained further and I shook my head.

“So he just doesn’t like associating with people is that it?” I inquired.

“Well, it seems like it to me. We have been in the same class for long but I don’t no if he knows my name” he added.

“Hmm well I notice some of those features but his cool yunno?” I said and smiled.

“Yea, his cool because you have feelings for him” Frank replied turning it into a joke.

“Frank?” I called and he cracked.

“I’m sorry” he apologized immediately.

 

 

Chase’s POV
After staying at that same position for long I decided to go meet with her at the cafeteria but bombed into Charlie.

At first I thought he didn’t see me and wanted to escape and even thought I did not until I felt a hand grab my collar.

Damn!

“I caught you, haven’t I?” He asked from behind.

“Can we do this at home Charlie?” I requested.

“Well no because I tried doing it at home but seems you wanted it here in school so spill it out. What happened between you and that big a*s girl?” He asked now standing in front of me.

“Charlie, let’s just do this at home, you’re seriously embarrassing me” I asked calmly.

“No, i wanna hear it now” he insisted.

“But, I’ve told you she only came to study, nothing else happened” I told him.

“Huh, you’re still lying. I’m gonna really embarrass you if you keep on lying to me chase” he threatened.

“Okay, I promise to reveal it to you later. I promise” I said sounding convincing.

“Hmm I know you’re a good boy so I’ll hold you to your promise” he smiled and finally left me.

I sighed and continued on my way.

Natalia’s POV
Why isn’t he here yet? I’m about to finish my lunch? I thought and sighed pathetically.

Maybe his still angry.

I looked at the door and nothing.

I sighed again and looked down on my meal.

“Just go and look for him, stop sighing like the world is about to end” I heard Frank say.

I looked up at the door again and saw him. I smiled as I waved at him.

But immediately he turned back and left.

Huh!

Why is he going back?

But I thought he saw me. Why is he leaving? I thought and stood up running after him.

 

EPISODE 18

 

 

Chase’s POV
I got to the cafeteria and eye searched Natalia.

I sighted her sitting with that Frank guy again and lost my confidence.

Then I decided to leave.

I turned back and started going taking the hallway that leads to the garden of the school.

I was walking so fast and before you know it I got there.

I got in to the garden and stopped.

Why is she always with him? I wondered starring at the beautiful flowers lined up there.

“Chase?” I heard that familiar voice.

Wait, Natalia’s voice. How did she find me here? I wondered and turned to look at her.

She starred directly into my eyes.

“What happened? I’ve been waiting for you. Is this the canteen? Is this where we agreed to meet?” She asked obviously pained by my action.

“Natalia?” I called and took a step towards her. She just stood starring at me.

“I’m sorry, I…I..just, I just..I don’t understand myself either so I’m sorry” I apologized.

“Frank and I are just friends and nothing more, and his a nice guy, are you avoiding me because of him?” She inquired.

“Of..of course, not” I stuttered.

“Then why don’t you like him? I heard be wanted to become friends with you but you didn’t want to” she said.

“Its not as if I don’t like him, the feeling is just unexplainable” I mumbled the last part.

“Feelings? What feelings?” She asked and I sighed.

“You don’t have to mind me, go on and finish your lunch”I urged.

“Well, you’ve ruined my appetite completely” she replied and turned to leave.

“Natalia?” I called and she turned to look at me.

“Just wanted to apologize again” I cooed.

“Its okay, I understand” she replied and left.

I closed my eyes and ruffed my hair.

Sh*t!

 

Natalia’s POV
I was on my way back to the class when I bombed into him.

Oh this creepy guy.

He smiled immediately he saw me.

“Hello beauty, have you considered my request?” He smiled but I kept a straight face.

“No, I haven’t” I replied and he smiled again.

He leaned his hand on one of the lockers.

“I mean you no harm doll, why don’t you wanna be my friend?” He asked in a sexy voice.

I tucked my hair behind my ear and sighed.

“Please just let me pass, I have something more important to do” I cooed and made to pass but the blocked me.

Students around were already starring at us.

“I mean you no harm baby doll, why don’t you wanna be my friend?” He asked with a smug smile.

“Chris, I don’t have time for you alright?” I barked and pushed him out of the way.

I’m still dealing with chase problem, I don’t need you to add yours to it.

**
Few hours later.
**

I got home in mom’s car to see Cindy standing there in front of our house.

The witch.

I got from the car and walked up to her.

I already promised mom that I’ll behave so I will keep to my words.

Mom has already informed me that she brought her from the airport few hours earlier.

“Hey” I called starring at her.

“Hey” she replied.

“Welcome” I added and walked pass her inside.

She followed me in to my room but I didn’t say a word to her.

I kept my bag and pulled off my uniform.

“So you attend crystal high?” She asked after the long silence.

“Yea” I replied simply.

“Then I guess we’ll be in the same class from now on” she added and I looked at her.

“Yea I guess” I mumbled and went into the shower.

“Be fast, I want you to show me around the neighbour” I heard her yell from outside the bathroom.

 

Charlie’s POV
We all came back together and had lunch.

Chase has been a bit off. I don’t understand him again.

Today he looks moody tomorrow he’ll look happy.

What could trigger those changes in him?

Hmm could it be a girl?

That Blondie big a*s is the only girl I’ve seen him with.

Hold on; don’t tell me that they are in a relationship or worst does he like her?

Hmm weird! Maybe I’ll keep on eye on him.

If he falls sick at this rate all the blame will be put on me. I don’t auntie’s problems.

I don’t no why chase doesn’t behave like a guy he is, always behaving so soft like a girl, falling sick every now and then.

I’ll have to keep on eye on him.

I heard foot steps coming down the stairs and looked up to see Chris coming down.

“Where are you heading to?” I asked.

“Just wanna look for bit*h*e” he replied putting on a leather jacket.

“Care to join?” He asked.

“No, do your thing” I replied and sipped from the drink in front of me.

 

Natalia’s POV
After everything Cindy forced me to take her around and I obliged.

We came out from the gate and stood looking at the tall buildings around.

The gate to chase house opened and my eyes went there.

Could it be chase? I wondered still starring at the gate.

The person stepped out and …

Chris?? I thought and scoffed.

Wait, is he chase brother?

Hmm I thought they looked alike but they are brothers?

Wow!

“Oh my gosh! Is he an angel?” I heard Cindy say and looked at her.

Her gaze was focused on Chris who hasn’t seen us yet.

“Wait, you like him?” I asked with a disgusted look.

“I love him, do you know him?” She asked and finally looked at me.

“No, I don’t” I lied.



“Oh my gosh! His so handsome. I wanna talk to him” she said and I scoffed.

Seriously?

 

 

TBC

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 37
BY AMAH’S HEART.

 

I can hear the knock while bathing in the bathroom.
I wondered who it was.
I hope is not Eziaku again.
Yesterday after she left me very broken, just when I was about getting up from the ground to go to my room she came knocking again.
That was about 20minutes later after she left.

“Who’s there? I angrily asked because I wasn’t expecting anyone and not in the mood for anybody.
I was done with women in general and have already made up my mind before the knock came.
“Is me.. Eziaku… please open.



“leave me the hell alone… go away. I have counted you as my lost and do not want to see you again. I’m done Eziaku… for real this time…”



She was quiet for sometimes while I properly locked my door.

“Listen to me first, I never left, I was within the compound…I was only very angry because of what you did. I did not sleep with any…

I quickly interrupted loudly and more angrier.
“I don’t care… I’m using the same line of words you used on me and i repeat it loud and clear…I don’t care anymore Eziaku. You’re no more my business. Go back to the guy that got you better than I do… the guy that you respect more than you respects me, the one that touches you differently, caresses and kisses you specially than I ever would. As much as those things you said to me some minutes ago still hurts so badly I promise you I will get over you in no time. I did before you showed up and try to mess up my life after I reopened it again. No more… I’m very done and I’m not looking back this time. You walked out by yourself and refused every of my plea….remain out and do not come back to my house or to my life. Take your sharp tongue and annoying self to your special man that you are always busy on phone with and have already slept with you after you denied me. I’m not even angry because of that… I’m angry because I foolishly allowed you into my life again and look at how you mess it up… worst than ever. I was fine… very fine before you resurfaced, I never wanted to give another chance to any one yet especially not you but you managed to crept in and devastated every thing in me. I’m really done… no more. I mean my every word…

I turned and started walking away.
She was saying something else and knocking gently for me to open but I no longer care.
Anytime she is tired of knocking then she can go.
She was trying to tell me that she did not sleep with any one after behaving and acting like she has a secret lover, smashing her phone so that I won’t see who she speaks with.
I don’t believe anything she says and like I have already made it clear that is how I want things now.

I managed to take my drugs that night as my head kept banging.
The headache was just too much.

I finally slept off until the following morning.
My Mom called around 6am
Why is my Mom calling me so early, hope there is no problem.
Or did she see me in her dream getting married.
I thought within myself.

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“Hello…Mum, Good morning…is everything okay?

“Morning son, off course everything is fine. How are you doing…and how’s Abuja in general?

I replied and she continued.

“I’m still waiting for the well anticipated news but none from you…yet. Your brother and sister are in abroad now, you’re atleast the one close to us. Do you remember Amanda, the one I try to match make with you…her mother told me that she is already engaged and will be getting married soon. You asked me not to interfere in your relationship life and I stayed out of it but as a mother I can no longer be silent. My darling son… what is going on…?

If I tell my Mom that I don’t care about women she will be mad and disappointed. Is too early and as much as I’m dealing with a whole lot I will find a better ground to dismiss her.



“Nothin Mom. I haven’t find my spec yet but I will someday but for now women are not my problem. But Mom stop getting bothered because of me… I’m very much alright and at the right time it will happen. You called me this early because of this…? I was afraid that it was something very important… I’m glad is nothing to worry about…

She was obviously saying something to my Dad and I heard him say
“no matter how much you worry you can’t force a grown man into what he isn’t ready for”

She put back the phone to her ear and said.

“Your father kept supporting you. I just hope it will end well for you because all my prayers on your head can’t be in vain. You will end up with a well behaved, nice Lady who is everything you ever wanted in a woman. God is already working on that and I know he won’t fail me. Beside this is not the reason I called… I’m flying down to Abuja tomorrow, and before you say anything is not because of you. My church has an outreach program going on every year and I wanted to be part of it this year. They provided hotel but I have already made it clear that I will be staying at my son’s place. Is just for two days… don’t worry I won’t worry you much over your private affairs. I just want to stay with my darlin boy for the period of the church program. You will come to the airport and pick me up tomorrow evening… Hope I’m welcomed…or should I go ahead and join the people in staying at a hotel?

I gasped out quietly.
“No Mom…I will love to have you around.
Please send more details of your arrival time, the exact airport and other necessary info. I will be at the airport to get you”

She later ended the call and I breathed loudly.
I know what it intakes in having my overbearing Mom in the same house, breathing down on my neck and preaching family to me.

She may even notice a sign of my black eye which was healing up and will want to know everything.
I will find a means to dismiss some of her questions.
Her program is just for two days, highest she stay for a week or so.
It won’t hurt to have my Mom around. Maybe it will even be a good distraction.

Around 9am, I heard a knock went to answer the door when I was through with what I was doing inside. The person kept knocking none stop.

This was around 9am in the morning.
I was just finishing from getting dressed after freshining up.

The whole traumatizing moment with Eziaku yesterday haven’t left me fully but my mind was made up.
I’m totally done with women, I feel the anger sucking through me anytime I flashed back to my whole saddening journey with them.
True Love no longer exist in my dictionary and I’m purging my mind from thinking about anything love.





I will live a neutral life and careless of the other gender.
They have knocked me to the ground enough and used me as footmat.
I gave that chance and a wide range room in my life and heart for them to toss and turn me as they wish.

Enough is enough. I don’t care how old I get I’m much more interested in my self acclaimed esteem and happiness that I seem to be loosing because of how much I try to please others.

I love and respect my Mom, I know she only wants the best for me and her desires for me to settle down and have a family of my own just like my elder brother, is a fantastic idea but heaven can bear me witness that I have tried.
Anyone that thinks I didn’t try enough probably walked in a different size of shoe.
They won’t understand anything untill they go through my hard and struggling moment.
All that matters now is I’m totally done with them all.
Women in general. I can no longer deal with their excess baggages.

I know I’m not perfect but I try as much as possible to respect and value women in my life but they will rather throw me to a trash without a second look.

Look at Eziaku? The lady I love and value so much. She speaks with a tongue as sharp as razor blade.
I will sometimes wish she slaps me instead than say those words to my hearing.
Not only that, she denied me from touching her and that caused a big rift between us that pushed me out to meeting Alisha
The so annoying part is that she gave her body freely to another man and then came back to rub it in my face.

“Women…!
I muttered outloudly.

“…Who’s there…
I asked but got no reply.
I checked through the security hole and a hand was covering it up so I won’t see clearly.

I opened the door and there she was again and my first question was.

“Why are you tampering with my security door check?

“I’m sorry… you may not want to open the door if you notice that I’m the one.

She said, her eyes was puffy, a little bit swollen like someone who did not sleep all through the night.

“But I asked you specifically not to ever come back here? Which part of I don’t want to see you or have anything with you again that you don’t understand Ezi? I’m very serious and I expect you to respect that and stay off. You ladies are bunch of trouble and I won’t be caught unaware again. Leave… don’t come back… I’m totally done…I said I’m done with you and women in general.

I turned to walk back inside and she stopped me and began to speak.

“I blew hot yesterday because it hurts really bad to know that you were with another woman and neglected me all through my period of trying to make things work. I was hurt beyond words and said lots of things that I later regretted. I’m sorry…I never got intimate with any man. And nobody called me at your place…i deliberately touched the ringing tone of my phone to make it ring, I bite you, smashed the phone because you will find out that I was only pretending and no serious caller in my list except customers and my school course mates. I have even try to move on after several cold feet from you but I can’t seem to. If it was easy with me I won’t be back here. I acted all of that yesterday to hide how I was hurting inside and to also get back at you for sleeping with another woman…I..

I waved a hand to her face to stop talking

“I don’t care, I don’t want to know… I’m not interested anymore. All of this information would have been very necessary if you stayed back yesterday and talk things through. I know I was a jerk and was covered with guilt when I got intimate with another lady. I couldn’t move on without confessing to you of how much I messed up. You Came and saw me with bruises but never showed any empathy…even little. Ok…I felt I deserved that and it was not just your attitude it was every word you said, even calling me a woman beater a liar and the rest of other God forsaken things. You walked out and then showed up again after about 20minutes to do what exactly…to tell me that your whole drama was your way of showing how hurt you felt. And now you are back..I no longer care or give a damn to whatever you say or do. Ezi, I’m never like this…is your gender and that includes you that hardened me up. You played a huge role in that and I won’t tolerate or allow that again… never again. Don’t come back here Eziaku I don’t want to use force on you but if you keep coming i will have no choice than to push you real hard and it will be deliberate and wouldn’t care of whatever happens next. Leave and stay out of my house and life… Is over.

I turned to go back inside and she said.

“Okay…I will stay out of your life but I no longer have a phone and you promised to get another for me. Are you also going to walk out on your Promise to get me one… phone is not in my budget because I have school and other personal affairs to care about. Please…I need the phone and I promise to stay away after then.

She was the one that destroyed her phone but i will get her another phone so that she can keep off from me.



“You should have thought of not having budget for a phone before smashing the only one you got on the wall but you were thinking through your anus while performing your drama…”

She wanted to say something maybe to get back at me but decided to stay quiet.

“… I’m not going anywhere today especially not because of your phone. I will be out tomorrow and will buy the phone for you. Come down on Thursday and take it and after then I never want to see you or have you come to my house again…”

“I have heard you. You have said that severally already and I get it. I won’t bother you again… after collecting the phone on Thursday. Thanks anyway…

She turned and walked away.
I went back inside.

The following day I drove out in the afternoon to get the phone for her. After buying a good phone that was better off than her old one, like a goodbye kind of gift, I drove to the airport to get my Mom.

I drove back home with my Mom as we kept talking over other less important thing.
The guest room was in place for her arrival and so was everything in the house.

I fixed her a meal after she got refreshed. She was pleased to see my comfortable apartment and wonder why I’m still single.
She also applaud my new car and wondered why I’m not married or in a serious relationship with my whole successful life.

I try not to reply as I listen to her talk on and on.
It was well expected and I was only patient.
She saw the sign of bruise on my face and asked what happened I said something different to stop every other interrogation from her.

She prayed fervently with me that night before bedtime.

The following day, i drove her out to the program venue within the day and was forced to stay for a session.
I’m glad I did because it was awesome moment in God’s presence.
After the day program I drove back home and we arrived around 8pm in the night that Thursday.
I saw Eziaku outside the gate.
Who knows how long she had been waiting. She doesn’t have a phone she could have called.
I will go inside and give her the phone and she can quickly be on her way.

“Who is she…?

My Mom asked while looking at Eziaku.
“Is an ex friend Mom. Nobody serious…

I said it without a care in my tone but my sensitive Mom wanted to know more but I choose not to say anything about it again.
We got in and Eziaku entered the gate and stood at one corner.
I started walking inside with speed so that I can get the phone out.
I heard my mum called her to come and she came and greeted my Mom respectfully.

“I’m Austin’s Mom… are you single? What is your name… you have been waiting for him right? please come inside.

What do my Mom thinks she is doing now.
This is the part of her I dislike
Why is she asking Eziaku to come in.
I hurried up before they will enter.
I picked the phone from where I kept it and was hurrying out again
Just when I was about getting to the door I saw my Mom coming inside with her.
She looked at me and said.



“, she told me that you have already broken up with her few days ago Austin…? Why… did she cheat on you….I guess not because Ezi like she told me is her name does not look wayward or such kind of lady. She is a decent girl and have been waiting outside for over five hours after you asked her to come but did not inform her that you won’t be around. Do you want to stay single forever Austin … why will you break up with a decent girl like this? I don’t want to know what the issue is but she is not leaving tonight…

“Mom… please…I..

She shut me up
“Shut up your mouth Austin. I’m your mother and you will have to respect my decision because I will always mean well for you. Ezi has a good Dearing spirit and she stays until both of you sort your differences. Maybe this was the reason God wanted me to join in this year outreach because I have never wanted to go farther than Lagos until the program was announced. I’m glad I honored it this year.

I refused to be pulled down and have anything with Eziaku or any woman.

“I’m done with her Mom and I’m very serious about it. I don’t want her in my life… there is nothing you will say that will make me have a change of heart. she should stay away from me… I’m tired of them all…”

“Why…? My mom asked and I did not reply.

“….I asked again why don’t you want her? What is her offense…if you tell me what exactly she did maybe I will reason with you and understand the angle your anger is coming from….

she turned to Eziaku and said
….or Ezinne… did my son catch you with another man? What did you do to him that made him this angry…

Eziaku was quiet at first. She looked at me and saw how fierce and angry I was.

“No ma. I never cheated on him rather he was the one that…

She paused and my Mom already grabbed what she was about saying.

“Oh… you mean Austin cheated and still have the nerve to break up with you? Where is the son I raised…I raised you well, to be respectful of others, in a Godly way and care about people’s feeling before making any harsh decision. Can’t you see Ezi loves you, What happened to you son… why have you become so hardened over this lovely innocent girl…?

I looked at Eziaku and found out she was struggling with tears. She kept blinking severally with her face bent until she could no longer hold it in.
I was not moved.
Oby also cried her heart out while vomiting lies. Women are loaded with drama.

Eziaku’s tears poured down her face while my Mom was still bashing me with words.
Eziaku suddenly said.
“Please let him be ma. Is probably for the best…if he does not want to have anything to do with me then is okay… please don’t force him. I have already accepted the end of our relationship I was only here to pick up something. He was the one that asked me to come today and after which I will never bother him again…I agreed ma and I won’t bothe…

Mom interrupted her.
“Keep quiet Ezi… wipe your eyes and don’t cry. I can understand your pain and if Austin does not want you one of his unmarried cousin who is also doing well but based in Lagos is looking for a decent girl like you to settle down. Don’t worry you will like him… his name is Olisa. A very nice young man. my son is not serious and I’m already tired of talking over his issue. I will give Olisa your contact…I like you and want you close to the family Ezinne. If my son can’t see the goodness in you another will appreciate you better. are you not hungry because I am. Go to the kitchen and fix something for us to eat… after eating you can go and freshen up. You’re not going tonight… you will stay in his room… sleep well and don’t worry over anything because I’m right here with you…

I couldn’t stay still anymore I said to my Mom.
“She can’t stay in my room… where will I sleep? Or do you want us to sleep in the same room…what if we get intimate because I know you preach against that and wouldn’t want such or do you Mom?

I try to discourage her from letting Eziaku stay in my room tonight

My Mom began to laugh.
She later said

“Haven’t you been getting intimate before now? I won’t tell you what to do because you are grown. But, what I will tell you is that you’re staying in the same room with her… after all she no longer interest you and sleeping together in the same room makes no difference. She is just going to be your roommate. A given chance also for both of you to talk things through but if there is no desires for that then just accommodate her tonight. She won’t disturb you so don’t disturb her either. Is already late for her to go… the night is dangerous for a beautiful soul like Ezi to walk in.



She turned to Eziaku and took her by hand while they began to go towards the kitchen side.

I sat hard on the chair feeling defeated.

 

Tbc

Episode 15

 

 

Next day.

Natalia’s POV
I woke up early and did my early morning routines.

I got really tired last night from arranging the spare room for the witch.

Get along? There is no way I’m getting along with her with what she did to me in the past.

After everything I left the room for the dinning to have breakfast with mom and Mona.

Mom is a hard worker, even if she’s tired from work, she’ll still wake up early to make breakfast for us.

“Morning mom” I greeted and gave her an early morning kiss.

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I looked at Mona and pinched her nose.

“Learn how to be respectful alright” I said in a hard voice trying to put some fear into her but no.

She’ll rather cry all night than greet me.

“Stop that” mom ordered me and I left her.

She eyed me and munched on her spaghetti.



“Spaghetti in the morning mom? That’s new new” I chuckled.

“What’s so odd about it?” Mona asked rolling her eyes.

“Hey, are you mom?” I questioned.

“You both should stop this rubbish and respect yourself in front of your cousin – especially you Natalia.”

“Don’t fight with her, I’ll get you grounded if she complains of anything” mom said.

“Mom, I’m your daughter and you should always be on my side, why are you always supporting her and not me?”

“Did we perhaps get switched? Is she your real daughter?” I rushed my words and mom dropped her cutleries.

“What nonsense are you talking about Natalia? Do not anger me early this morning” she growled.

“Mom, I’m just joking okay? You don’t have to get mad. I’m sorry” I apologized immediately.

“Joking early this morning” I heard Mona say and rolled my eyes.



“Silly brat” I mumbled.

“Be fast with your meal before you delay me” mom said referring to us both.

“Mom, aren’t you gonna finish your breakfast? I’m so sorry alright? I really didn’t mean what I said” I called out to her as she left the dinning but she didn’t respond so I stood up and went after her.

“Mom” I called holding her both hands when I got to her.

“I won’t pick a fight with her. I promise you that I’ll always behave from now on, it’s just that you always side with her even when she’s wrong and I’m right but I’m so sorry mom. Forgive me please” I pleaded pouting my lips.

“Its alright I’ve heard heard you. Just go and finish up your breakfast, I’ll pick her from the airport when she arrives” she replied and I hugged her slightly.

“Thanks mom” I beamed and left to continue with my unfinished business.

There might be something wrong. Mom is always behaving that way whenever the witch comes into the picture.

Well, maybe its because its her sister’s daughter and we were surprisedly given birth to on the same day.

Well I heard she seniors me with time but she’s always acting bossy so I don’t like her at all.

*
I came down from mom’s vehicle and waved her bye.

She reversed and left.

I sighed and faced the entrance of the school.

Now where is he? I thought and sauntered into the hallway.

I was on the hallway smiling happily to myself ignoring the students that were starring at me.

Well, I am smiling because of yesterday’s incidents.

What happened yesterday hasn’t left my mind one bit.

“Hey pretty” i heard someone call from behind but ignored it since I don’t no the voice.

“Pretty” the voice called again and touched my shoulder.

I turned and looked at him.

He was tall, long face and handsome.

Hmm

What is it now? I thought.

“Can I help you?” I asked giving him a straight face.

“Well, I’m a classmate actually. My name is frank” he introduced extending his hand for a hand shake.

“And you’re Natalia right?” He asked when I didn’t accept the handshake and I reluctantly did.

“Yes” I replied.

“Alright, nice meeting you and you’re really beautiful. If you don’t mind can we be friends?” He asked and I tucked my hair behind my ear and coughed.

“Um..yea, sure” I replied and he smiled.

“Thanks, lemme walk you to the class” he proffered and we started going.

“So, are you new in town?” He asked probably trying to start up a conversation.

“Um..kind of” I cringed.

“Okay, I’m just asking because I’ve never heard of you. Did you know that you’re currently on everyone’s lip. The guys, the ladies are all talking about you” he explained.

“Hmm really? But why are they talking about me. Did I do anything wrong?” I asked and looked at him.

“Of course, not, the guy’s are talking of how beautiful and attractive you are while the ladies are afraid you’ll snatch their boyfriend and crush from them” he said and I found myself laughing.

“Come on, Frank, are you serious?” I laughed and he also laughed.

“Of course, it’s the truth anyways” he replied and I smiled.

“You seem like a joker yunno” I teased and he chuckled.

“You can call me one if you want to” he said and I smiled.

I looked forward and my eyes caught chase.

He was leaning beside the class door starring at us.

I paused and looked at him.

Has he been starring at us for long?

The way I laughed with him and all that.

Don’t tell me he has been watching.

 

 

Episode 16

Natalia’s POV

“Natalia? Natalia? Are you okay?” Frank’s voice broke into my thought.

I turned and looked at him.

“Of course, I’m cool” I replied and turned back to look at chase but couldn’t find him there anymore.

Huh, where is he? I thought and went closer to the class.

I opened the door and looked inside the class but couldn’t find him.

Am I imagining things? I thought puzzled at what just happened.

“Natalia? You’re acting strange, what is it?” Frank came to me and asked.

“Did you see chase? He was standing outside. Did you see him?” I asked peering into his eyes.

“No, I didn’t see him. Why are you looking for him? He barely speaks” frank replied.

I sighed and held my waist.

“I’ll help you ask someone about him then” he said and went into the class.

“Hey, where is chase? Do you know where he is?” I heard him ask a fellow student.

“No, I don’t no where he is but I wish I knew” the student replied and giggled.

Frank turned back to me and I sighed again.

“Do you have anything with him? You are looking so worried” he cooed.

“No, just forget it, thanks for your help anyways” I thanked and went to sit at the position Chase and I sat yesterday.

“Hmm today is your second day in school and you’re looking like this” a voice rang out from the door and I looked up to see him – Chris.

Student gasped and the girls started adjusting properly on their sits smiling broadly at him but he ignored them all and walked up to me.

I kept a straight face watching him as he came closer to me.

“What is your business with it?” I questioned flatly.

“Well, I have a lot of business if its regarding you. One doesn’t get to see a rare beauty in all occasions you no, so one gat to grab any opportunity he has and make use of them” he spoke so proudly taking steady steps towards me until he got really close to me.

He stood facing me but I didn’t spare him a glance.

All the students attention were focused on us as if they were watching a TV show.

He then sat down on a sit in front of me. He sat in a way that he could face me properly and he did.

“Hi Natty” he beamed.

“Hey, don’t call me like that. We aren’t even close so don’t behave like you no me” I hushed and he smiled.

“Come on Nat, what are you afraid of? I came to look for you yesterday but I guess I came too late. I just want us to be friends and nothing me” he said in a soft voice.

I looked at him immediately and threw my eyes away.

Is he the one speaking so softly?

“I’m not interested in having more friends so I’m sorry to disappoint you” I said plainly.

“I’m not gonna force you Nat, friendship can’t be forced so I’ll leave you to decide on it” he smiled then stood up and left.

Gosh! What a jerk!

So proud.

The teacher came in almost immediately Chris left and we greeted him.

He turned to the board to start teaching but the class door opened revealing chase.

My eyes widened as happiness clouded my mind.

Thank goodness. I was beginning to think that his not gonna come to class.

“Chase, why are you late to my class?” The teacher questioned him immediately.

“I’m sorry sir” he apologized and without waiting for his apology to be accepted he came and sat down beside me – the position he sat yesterday.

I smiled more broadly as I looked at him but he wasn’t looking at me.

Could there be any problem? I thought still starring at him.

“Young miss, will you concentrate and stop admiring him?” The teacher’s voice rang out and I looked at him.

Students started laughing immediately.

I became embarrassed and looked down at my desk.

Why does he have to say it out loud?

Chase’s POV
I looked at her as she looked down at her desk and sighed.

I don’t just understand but it could be best if I no how to handle this feeling building inside me.

It could be best if no one notices then I’ll be at peace.

I don’t even no what came over me when I saw her laughing with that frank guy.



It’ll be better. Really better if this feelings remain hidden.

They should remain hidden forever.

 

 

TBC

Sochee123:
Beautiful story!
Finally come to an end. Thank you for this beautiful piece

you're welcome

aprilwise:
This episode got me emotionally. You can’t eat your cake and have it again. Is there any continuation on your blog?

yes

Dancer�
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 33

By: Faith Lucky.



Noah’s Pov:
I woke up after the doctor sedated me and this time around, I felt better.

A whole lot better. My head was calm…and the pains had reduced.

But the fact that Maxine was missing still tormented me to the bones.

I woke up to find just Alexa in the room with me.

“Noah”, she beamed and touched the bed.

“You…you’re awake. How’re you feeling now?”

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“Where’s mum?” I asked after a little silence.

“She’s with the doctor while your dad has been with the police. Come on” she said and helped me sit up.

She took a flask on the floor and opened it, revealing some vegetables.

“The doctor said you should eat this” she said as she took a spoon and started feeding me

She took a spoonful of the vegetables and brought it close to my mouth and I slowly collected it.



“What’s the news on Maxine?” I asked hopefully and noticed her countenance changed.

“The um…the police are still working on it and hopefully, she’ll be found soon” she replied and I felt a twinge of pain in my chest.

God! Damn it. How do I find her? I needed to get out of this hospital.

But with the look of things, I’m sure mum must’ve planted guards outside the door to prevent me from leaving.

“Don’t rack your head over it, Noah. It’s not good for your health.
Maxine will be fine and brought home” she said but all I did was stare restlessly. I couldn’t even eat the vegetables again.
*
*
Alexa’s Pov:
Gosh! I can’t believe he’s so worried over that low life. Like….what’s so special about her anyway to the point he proposed to her and even went for bridal shopping?

Gosh!

I’ve always tried all I could to be close to him. I almost succeeded. But what happened, huh?

I lost him – lost him within the twinkle of an eye.

I tried feeding him with the vegetables again, but he rejected.

Yeah…Crap.



And now, he wouldn’t eat anymore. I just hope that witch is never rescued.

I wish she gets lost forever.

I covered the flask and kept it back on the floor.

“Noah” I called as I stood up and sat next to him on the bed.

“She’ll be fine, okay? Don’t worry about it, please” I assured him but he didn’t say a word and slowly, I placed my head on his shoulder.

Thank goodness he didn’t resist and at that moment, it made me realize what Maxine was trying to take away from me.
*
*
*
Maxine’s Pov:
I felt hungry and weak…debilitated.

How do I escape from here? How can I be sure Noah’s safe?

My heart kept beating rapidly. It was already dark.

Why do I have to be so unfortunate in life?

My parents were taken from me at a tender age, I grew up as a slave in my own parents wealth; and just when I was about finding happiness – this happens.

Tears built up in my eyes as I thought of it. Was I naturally born with badluck?

I was still crying when the door opened and I turned to see it was Ruby.

Oh! Perfect.

I guess I should’ve expected this.

I sniffed and looked up at her as she closed the door silently and came to me.

Definitely, she’s here to have her revenge. Perfect timing.

“Are you here to get back at me – daddy’s girl?” I asked as she squatted in front of me.

She didn’t say a word and surprisingly, she brought out a knife from her dress.

Whaaaat

I flinched and tried moving back, but couldn’t.

What are her intentions?

“Sssh” she signalled me not to make a sound and slowly, she brought the knife to the ropes that bounded me and cut them lose.

Okay….

What’s happening?

“You need to leave, Maxine. Else, you might die in here.

“Right now, the boys are having a meeting and there’d be less guards to avoid.

Go through the window, avoid light and make use of the fence and you’ll be out of the fence. Run as fast as you can and make sure you don’t get caught. Do it quickly, you don’t have much time” she spoke in a husky whisper and my eyes dimmed.

What?

�Crazy
Dancer�
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 34
(Semi – final)

By: Faith Lucky.

Maxine’s Pov:
I looked at her in ultimate surprise.

Is she being serious I should run away?? Why would she want to help me?

“Come on Maxine, you don’t have much time. Don’t let my efforts go to waste, please” she begged and helped me stand, leading me to the window.

“Here. Jump out and like I said, avoid the lights, walk mostly in the dark and you’ll be successful. Please” she whispered and I looked at her one more time.

“Why’re you doing this?” I asked and she stared back at me.

“Because I feel it’s the right thing” she simply said and urged me to climb the window and I did.

“Thank you”, I muttered.

She nodded and I finally left.
*
*
I jumped out the window and stood under the roof, staying in the dark.

I looked around carefully and only spotted one boy moving around – far away. He had a gun with him.

I waited for him to go far away and then I ran to the fence nearby.

I crawled on it and getting to the top, I suddenly heard someone scream:

“Stop right there!!!”

I looked and discovered it was one of the armed guards.

Oh my God!

No!!

He charged towards me but luckily, I’d jumped down the fence already and found myself amidst bushes.

Whaat?
Where the hell am I??

I started running as fast as my legs could carry me, struggling with the dry rustling leaves.

I made my way through the bushes and finally bursted out to the roadside.

Oh! Thank goodness! I made it!!

I just hope the boys aren’t close by cause I don’t even know where am.

I continued running and after a while, came across a car and without even a second thought, I ran to the middle of the road, jumping and waving my hands in the air.

I didn’t even care if I could get possibly get knocked down or something. All I could think about was getting help

I jumped hopefully and the driver screeched to a halt immediately with the front door opening.

It was a young woman.

“Hey! What’s wrong with you? Why’re you…” I didn’t let her finish up before I’d ran to her.

“Please, I’m begging you. Take me out of here. They’re after me. Please” I gibbered and saw surprise on her face.
“Hold on…aren’t you…Maxine? The lady that’s missing?” She asked.

“Yes, yes. It’s me. Please, it’s me” I nodded repeatedly.

“Oh my! Come in immediately” she urged and opened the door for me and I jumped in.

She got into the driver’s seat and took off immediately.

“What the hell happened to you? Your pictures are all over the place and everyone has been on the look out for you” she asked as she drove on the speed I wanted.

Very fast.

“I was kidnapped but just managed to escape. Please, do you have any news on Noah Sigmund?” I asked in fear.

“Yes, dear. He was shot and is currently in a hospital”

Oh my God!! Thank goodness he was saved.

“Please, how’s his condition? Is it critical?” I asked restlessly.

“I have no idea. Id only seen it news and have no idea if he’s fine now or not” she replied, making me panic the more.

“Please ma’am. Take me to him. Take me to the hospital” I pleaded.

“Huh? You need to go to the station so….”

“Please, I’ll still be safe there. I just need to see him. Please, ma’am”.

She looked at me and seeing how desperate I was, she agreed.
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Ruby’s Pov:
“Damn it!!” I heard Oscar growl from outside the room and I flinched.

He sounded really mad.

Tammy was also in the room with me and looked scared.

“How the f**k did she escape? Did some ghosts just show up in the room and set her free or what?” He asked angrily.

“We don’t know boss. When we were done from the meeting, we’d gone back to the room to check on her but she was nowhere to be found. The ropes were just on the floor and the windows open. The boys are still searching for her” I heard another say and I didn’t hear anything from Oscar again.

The next thing was the door opening and he came in

Gosh! He looked so angry.

“What happened to her?” He asked, looking at me.

Huh??

I stared at him surprised and he gripped my hand roughly.

“Answer me, Ruby!!” He yelled into my face

“Let me go, Oscar! I didn’t do anything” I shouted back in fear rather and he looked into my face.

“You’ve just messed up the whole thing, Ruby. Every f**king thing!!” He snarled and I shook a little.

Oh God!

He let go of my hand, pushing me roughly and left the room.

“Ruby, did you do it?” Tammy asked in fear but I couldn’t say a word as I busted into tears.
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Maxine’s Pov:
The car drove into the hospital building and without hesitation, I jumped out of the car and ran into the reception. I just needed to see Noah.

“I’m looking for Noah Sigmund, please” I told the first nurse I met and they all looked surprised.

They exchanged glances at each other.

“Um…come with me” she replied and started leading me to the room.

The woman that’d helped me was already in and followed us behind.

I felt like flying as I walked with the nurse because I just couldn’t wait to see Noah.

She increased her pace and after many turns and climbing the stairs, she stopped in front of a room.

“That’s his room” she pointed out and immediately, I pushed the door open.

Noah, the name danced in my heart as I caught a sight of him on the bed. But he was sitting with Alexa.

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(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 35
(Finale)

By: Faith Lucky.

Noah’s Pov:
I was in the room with mum, dad, Alexa and Charlene when the door suddenly went open and I lifted my eyes to see someone familiar.

Not just anyone – but the same lady I’ve been looking for.

What?

Confusion clouded me as I really couldn’t comprehend it.

What’s going on? Isn’t she the sqme….

Hold on;

Could it be her ghost?

No; never. She can never be dead.

“Maxine?” Mum helped me voice out her name.
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Maxine’s Pov:
I stood,smiling at the door as he stared at me with so much surprise and disbelief like he’d seen a ghost.

“Maxine?” His mum called and immediately, Noah stood up.

“Maxine?” He called this time around and I smiled and jumped into his hands, forgetting the fact he looked injured.

“Noah” I whimpered as he carried me up and held me tight to himself.

It was like something I couldn’t explain. A feeling I’d never experienced.

That hug felt so special to me.

“You came back. You’re back” he hushed.

We pulled from the hug and he kissed me immediately.

“Maxine” his mum called and I turned to look at her.
“What happened to you? We thought you were abducted? Did they just..”

“No; I escaped. Oscar was behind it. He abducted me and wanted me to withdraw the case I have against his parents. But just few minutes ago, Ruby helped me escape” I explained.

“Ruby?” Charlene asked.

“Yes. I…I guess she doesn’t support her brother and wanted to do the right thing. She’s the reason I’m here”

“Hold on; would you be able to locate the place? It’s possible they’re still there, right?” His dad asked.

“I…I don’t know. But I think I should be able to locate it” I said nervously.

“Then come on, let’s get going. I’ll alert the police at once”.

“No, no. She’s going nowhere. She just came back” Noah objected.

“Son come on, we’re talking about criminals here! We need to get them” his dad tried to convince him.

“Then, if she’s going, I’m going with her. That’s the only option. Else, we stay here together” he said and every other attempt to dissuade him proved negative as he wouldn’t listen.

And having no other option, they had take him along.
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Maxine’s Pov:
I came out of the bathroom, wet as water dripped from my hair to my body.

I had just a towel tied round me and met Noah lying on the bed, busy with his phone.

But the moment I entered, he took his eyes from the phone and smiled at me.

“Hey” he cooed and I just smiled and walked to the wardrobe.

“Come over, bae. I think I need some chills” he beckoned on me and I chuckled.

Really?

I closed the wardrobe and went to the bed to join him and he made me lie very close to him.

“How’re you feeling now?” I asked, touching his arm.

“Well…I think I’m great – especially now you’re close to me” he replied and I blushed in a smile.
Teaser.

He dropped his phone and wrapped his hand around me as we stared blankly at the ceiling.

“Are you ready for tomorrow?” He broke the short silence and my heart skipped a bit at the mention of that.

“Well….I guess so” I shrugged and he smiled

Tomorrow was actually the final day for the Star Dance Competition.

“You know you’re already my star, right?” He asked and I blushed again.

For a while, we didn’t say a word.

“Why do you think Rex left?” I asked.

Well, I’ve been really curious about it.

“I…have no idea” he shrugged.
“But whatever it is, I think it’s for the best. At least, I can be free from him now”.

He’d showed up that morning, rendered some apologizes – saying he’d decided to enjoy his life and stop envying other people’s happiness.

Then, he left the country afterwards.

“But do you think he was being sincere with his apologies?” I asked again.

“Seriously Maxine, I don’t know. But I just hope he is” Noah replied simply and I took in a deep breath.

Well, he’d sounded sorry and sincere. I don’t think he was faking it. .

“Maxine” he called after a while.
“Are you really sure of forgiving Ruby and Tammy to the extent of releasing the house to them?”

“Well…of course” I shrugged.
“Ruby’s the reason I escaped and i think she’s really remorseful now. I think she’s changed. And you know Tammy….she’s more of a kid and tends to do what Ruby does. Besides, they’d really apologized. So, I think its okay”.

He didn’t say a word for a while and just sighed.

Well, I’ve made up my mind already. With Oscar and his parents in jail, I think everything’s settled.

“I think I’ll just get dressed. I’m beginning to feel cold” I said and tried standing up, but he pulled down.

“Hey, don’t worry. I’ll warm you up” he cooed and reached for the tip of my towel.

“What’re you…”
Before I could finish up my statement, he crashed his lips on mine and took off my towel.

“Noah!!!” I called and laughed as he tickled me
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Writer’s note;
In less than a week, they got married and she didn’t just become his wife, she also became the World’s Star Dancer where her veil was taken off.
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No matter how long it takes, a stammer would still pronounce his name



Destiny can only be delayed, but can never be denied���

Even if the enemies try, what must be must be.

The end

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 36
By AMAH’S HEART.



I tried calling her line again for the second time and this time around she finally picked up.

“Hey Ezi…how are you?

“I’m alright… and you?



I was quiet for few seconds thinking if to tell her the truth or not.

“I’m not really ok but… is not something to worry over. I have time tomorrow, will you like to come around?…so we can talk…”

“Tomorrow is Monday… aren’t you going to work? She asked with no concerned tone in her voice.

“Ezi, Like I said earlier…I don’t feel too good. I will be taking some days off work to get back myself.

I can hear her long gasped from the phone before she finally replied.

“Alright…I will come around in the morning…

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I waited hoping she will say something else but she didn’t.

“Alright then… Goodnight. I love you Ezi…”

I added the last part hoping to get a reply but all she said was.

“, Okay…I have heard you”

Woah, her reply baffles me. She even used to be the first to say that before and I will reply.
I sometimes say it and get a very quick reply from her but now all she threw back at me was “okay….I have heard you”



“Ezi…is someone there with you?
I asked her because I did not understand her reply except somebody was there and she was either shy to say it or afraid.

“No… nobody is here. I’m alone… why did you ask?

“Because I said that i love you and you rep….

She quickly interrupted me before I will finish my line.

“I know what I replied because that is what I feel like saying. I have to go now, my battery is almost flat. I will see you tomorrow Austin… Goodnight…”

She ended the call.
I held my phone in my hand staring at it for close to five minutes.

The ice block, wrapped in a clean pieces which I was using on my face was already gushing out water.

I walked back to the fridge, got another ice wrapped up and continue massaging my face with it.

Alisha and her cohorts must be having a drink together fun moments with my name in their mouths.
I will be the major topic of their discussion.

I flashed back again to everything that happened that evening.



Alisha’s boyfriend, Dauda like she called his name was trying to scare me off with his men.
I wasn’t moved one bit. I had to wear a thick skin and show them that I wasn’t going to let them break me no matter how they try.
He stupidly asked me of my net worth, how much money I got, how many cars, houses or asset that will make me to think of competiting with him over his girlfriend.
He said I was a nobody and he does not ever want to see me close to his woman ever again.

I remember him holding Alisha’s arm and drawing her to himself while asking

“Baby are you okay… what are you even doing with him. I said I was sorry and kept pleading but you try to move on…with this guy that his total money is not upto my shoe closet. I have missed you honey. Hope he didn’t hurt you in anyway”?

The stupid spoilt brat called Alisha wrapped her arms around him and said.

“He almost deceived me… thanks to Stef Barbie for exposing the kind of man he was. I don’t even know what is special about him… or the reason I was moving with him. Dauda, You are far better off than him and I have really miss you too. I will tell you a whole lot of things tonight…

The Dauda said something like a praise in hausa and held her more closer.

Alisha looked at me angrily and began saying.

“…he slept with Stef Barbie, recorded her and forward to the police. He is an imposter, a liar and pig. The slaps Stef Barbie gave him is small compared to what I could have done if I was in Stef’s shoe. I feel so bad and disgusted right now for letting him close to me…

Stefanie suddenly gave me another hard hit close to my eyes.
Maybe she was energised from what Alisha said.
I held onto my face as the pain traveled round my body.
She deliberately position her ring properly before hitting me
After which she began to rant.

“You coward, cat got your tongue… you can’t talk again. You can also take this to the police… tell them you got into my private space and I did this to you. Don’t forget to bring them over to arrest me…I will be ready and waiting. You’re just unfortunate being, you’re not upto the standard of men that I have dealt with in the past. The same trap you set for me caught you and threw you off guard…. look at where you landed, inside my cooking pot… hahaha. You’re Lucky that today is a good day, I would have mess you up big time so that when next you hear of Stef… you will run without looking back. Rubbish…

She walked back to the party hall with Alisha’s sisters

Dauda asked his men to throw me out and that was what they did.

I flashed back to how it all happened. I shaked my head sadly as i continued massaging my face.

One of my eyes was so swollen before I got home.
I managed to drive home amidst headache and heaviness in my heart.

The only one I kept thinking off was Eziaku. Her thought gave me hope and strength.
I wish she could even come over tonight.
I felt battered and needed somebody to talk to.
I called her and at the end she couldn’t even reply my “I love you”

Nothin else surprises me.
No woman has ever taken me off guard except Eziaku maybe.
I don’t know how I fell in love with her back then. I never wanted to not after what Oby did to me.

And at the end of the day I was still hurt by her rejection.
I suffered emotional breakdown for days turned weeks.
Thanks to Stella for helping me get back on my feet during then.
I moved on only for her to resurface. I started again hoping it will be something beautiful and she pushed me off by her refusal for me to get intimate with her.
No tangible reason.
She allowed me to kiss her, she responded to some extent until I wanted more and off she goes again, spicing it up with her saucy sharp tongue.

I still love her, I hate myself for getting involved with Alisha. I will tell her about it tomorrow

I will confess all about Alisha’s intimate affair and ask for her forgiveness. I will be guilt free and start another phase with her.
I hope she forgives me.

I was really tired as I went to bed that night. I did not even have appetite for food at all.

Within the night I had serious headache.
My head kept echoing, I had to look for pain reliever to take.

The medicine didn’t do much but I managed to sleep until the following day.

The swollen eye became obvious.
It could have been worst but all thanks to the ice I used last night.

I freshened up, quickly drive to a pharmacy and got some penicillin with some other drugs.

I got back, fixed a quick breakfast before taking the drugs.

I made calls to the office to inform them that i won’t be coming.

I felt sleepy around 11am and dozed off on the sitting room couch.

I woke up around 2pm and felt a little bit better.
Eziaku was still not around after saying she will come over today, she will come in the morning precisely.
Is already 2pm and no sign of her .

I called the office to know if there was any important update.
Angela informed me that there was none and if any comes up she will call to inform me.
She also mentioned that she can handle majority of the things and I shouldn’t worry over anything.

I try calling Eziaku but she kept busying my line.

I went into the kitchen to fix a quick lunch. I made pasta with sause and ate.

I was retiring back to the sitting room after clearing the kitchen when I heard a knock on the door.
I stood and went over to open and it was Eziaku.

“Hey… Ezi. I thought you’re not coming again?

I said happy to see her and while ushering her into the house.

“Sorry, I was busy with some all other important things. But I’m here now. How’s your health?

Does she really care, because if she does Eziaku would have been here in the morning like she told me.
I would leave everything aside to attend to her health first if the table was turned.

She was coming almost 4pm. Never called or texted to know how I was doing within the day.

“I’m getting better” I replied back.

She looked at me closely as we sat opposite each other.

“What happened to your face?

There was no sign of true care in her voice.
I answered anyway because i still owe her the truth

“Is a long story Ezi, but I will tell you everything….

I breathed deeply at first before I continued.

“…promise me that you won’t be mad at me please….

She nodded without saying anything.
She have every right to be mad but I only wish it won’t cause further problem between us.
“…. before I start, do you wish to eat anything…or maybe drink…? Let me fix you something to eat…

“, I’m not hungry. I didn’t come here for food or drink… just to check up on you and go back to my place…”

Her harsh tone was like a stone thrown to my heart.

“,Did I do something wrong Ezi, you’re acting all harsh with me. I know…i haven’t been giving you a listening ear or paying much attention but you wouldn’t blame me… Or let me say I wasn’t stable as of then. I’m sorry… very sorry. Please don’t be mad at me….I need you and I truly miss you Ezi. You’re very important to me and that was the reason I called you first yesterday as I got home…I…

She stood up interrupting me.
She went to the fridge, poured herself a cup of juice and returned back with it.

“I’m not angry Austin. Go ahead and tell me what you were about telling me…. concerning your swollen eyes.

I swallowed hard before I continued.

“,I…I…sle…pt… wit…

I began stuttering. I kept thinking of a better way to say it so it wouldn’t sound offensive to her ears.

My heart beat was beating fast as I bent my face to avoid looking at her eyes.

“You slept with…. what? Another woman…?

I looked up and couldn’t decipher anything from her look.

“…. okay continue. You slept with another woman and then what happened… she beat you up and gave you a black eye?

What is going on with Eziaku. This wasn’t what I was expecting from her.
She drank deeply from her juice and looked up at me. Urging me to continue and stop staring at her like a ghost.

“Well…yes and no…not exactly. The lady I got intimate with was related to Stefanie… your former boss. I never knew until yesterday when I got to the party that I was invited to, only for Stefanie to resurface and she was the one that did this to me. She lied that I slept with her and also want to sleep with her cousin which I…

She interrupted again.
“, She is right. Or didn’t you have sex with stefa or whatever her name is….? She did this to you and after your senses came back you remembered me and that’s why you called me right? If this did not happen…I think you would have moved on with the Stef relative that you slept with and leave me to my fate…

I try to apologise but it appears she was prepared for me and wouldn’t let me talk.

“…I also have a bad news for you Austin. I slept with someone too and it was good. I enjoyed it more than I ever imagined.

I stared at her puzzled and she stare back daring me to talk so that she will fire back with her own words.

“Ezi…I don’t understand you? Who did you got intimate with…

I try not to sound angry. I was boiling inside but I acted composed.

“Is none of your business Austin. All that matters is that we both did it. You had your fun and I had mine…

I blinked severally trying hard to digest it all.
“Ezi, is that why your number have been busy? Recently, Like almost everytime I try to call, you are either on phone with somebody or you don’t answer my calls. Is it the guy that you’re always on phone with?

“I said is no more your business and you shouldn’t worry who I speak to on phone and who I don’t. I’m not married to you… stop acting like a dictator to me…

I bit my lips hard trying to suppress my emotions.

“Alright…is okay. I didn’t call you over here for a fight. I only wanted us to sort things out…I wasn’t expecting any of this Ezi. I said that I’m sorry… I’m sincerely sorry for everything…

“You’re only sorry because Stef and the lady you went having sex with gave you a black eye. You are not sorry because you really want to be. You don’t seem to have a choice than to say those words. Anyway… I’m equally sorry. I comfortably got entangled in the arm of another. I got lots of love from him and not a black eye. He caressed me, held me to himself, kissed me like you never did and made love to m..

“Stop… stop it Ezi…” I screamed at her.

I couldn’t keep my cool anymore.
“…stop this madness. What has come over you? Tell me… what has gotten into you…

I wasn’t expecting an answer because I was still talking but she replied.

“Austin nothin… did anything get into you when you were busy sleeping with other ladies…?

She was obviously getting all ready for me too.
She was indeed prepared for a fight no doubt about that.

“I begged to touch you Ezi but you pushed me away… I’m shocked to learn that you slept with another man. I don’t know how to react to that.

“Then don’t react at all. Do you remember that I later offered myself to you, I told you how important it all means to me but instead you made me feel cheap and turned your back on me. I tried, I pleaded just to make things work out, have a talk with you and explain myself clearly, I wanted us to understand each other but no, you refused and wouldn’t even pick my calls or reply my messages. You couldn’t even look at me like you used to, yet you claimed to love me. I’m not fooled…I will not be your second choice. I have a choice of my own… and since you shunned me off…I have also bulshit you.

I was quiet, I have had enough headache and wouldn’t want to add another to it.

I couldn’t talk as I kept staring at her.
Since she came in for a fight, I wasn’t ready for that.
Is better to let her rant. she refused hearing me out.
How could she even sleep with another man and rub it on my face.
No sign of remorse or emotions.
Deep down, I don’t know why I felt she was lying to me.
What if she was actually saying the truth.

She became quiet too. Only our breathing can be hard since the television was on soundless.

I bit my lips again, my emotions was just about to get the best of me in front of Eziaku.
I can’t break down now. I need to be strong even though is quiet obvious that I have losed her.

I looked down at my palm, trying to count the lines in it. I was just trying hard to get distracted from my raging heart.

She did not utter a word either, I did not look at her too as my head remains bent.

I feel like a big failure when it comes to relationship.
I’m a failure and there is no better feeling like what I feel now.

“, Can I go… since you don’t have something else to say?

She asked while still sitting.
With my head bent, I nodded.
She was free to leave, free to go back to her man.
Free to do as she please. She owes me nothing like she already made it clear.

she remained seated.
I wondered why she was still sitting.

I breathed in and out severally just to steady myself and be able to talk without breaking down.
“You’re free to leave Ezi…”
I said very calmly and calculated

Let her go so that I can have time to suck over my internal and external wound in peace

“Isn’t it what you always do? Asking me to leave your house every time we have misunderstanding…

I didn’t reply. I’m not in for another round of word with her.

Her phone rang, i looked up at her.
She began to smile.
I can see she enjoys tormenting me.
she picked up her phone and went over to the kitchen area to answer.

I thought of following her but another part of me wanted her to be.

I couldn’t sit still.
I walked over to the kitchen side. She ended the call before I will get to hear anything.

“Who are you speaking to…”

I asked feeling betrayed.
She opened her eyes wide and with an annoying expression on her face said while looking straight into my eyes.

“,Is none of your business but if you’re too eager to know then is my new man. The one I made out with the other day….

I breathed deeply, scratched my beard roughly.

“Let me see your phone?

I don’t even know what i was doing anymore. I felt so hurt that holding myself from breaking down in front of her was the only dignity left in me.

“For what… Why will you want to see my phone. Please, leave the way let me pass…

I grabbed her hand trying to take the phone from her but she kept struggling with me.

“If anything happens to my phone you will buy a new one for me.. Leave me alone Austin… you’re hurting my hand. You cheat freely but can’t take the same when is done to you. Leave me alone… you will never have my phone..

Just when I was about to collect it, she bite my hand, grabbed her phone and smashed it on the wall.

I pushed her off angrily to walk pass.
I was very angry this time around and couldn’t hide it.
My head was pounding heavily.
I was not thinking at all.
She fell to the ground and began to cry loudly.

I held onto the dining chair from falling, as my head hurt real bad.

I went to where she fell and try to lift her up.
“Stay away from me… don’t touch me Austin. Don’t come close to me… aside being a cheat you’re also a woman beater..

God of heavens! How could she say that? I have never laid a finger on a woman before.

No matter how I’m treated or beaten I have never retaliated back to any lady.
I will rather walk away.
How could she tag me a “woman beater”?
I only pushed her and it was not intentional.

“I’m sorry Ezi… please stop doing this to me. Stop hurting my feelings…I love you. I truly do… I’m tired of this whole thing. I don’t want to loose you Ezi…I can’t bear the thought of you with another man. I’m broken inside… please…. I’m begging you….”

“stay away from me… you are going to buy me a new phone for destroying this one. You’re just like every other ill mannered men out there… cheating and physical hurting their women…

She said standing up from the floor and wiping her eyes.

“Jesus Christ… Ezi. How can you say that…? I never raise a hand on any woman before and I don’t go sleeping with anything in skirt like you ones said. I made a mistake… maybe with few women. I regret it all… I’m not proud of any of that. But what about you… you slept with another man… where you doing that to hurt me or you truly loves this man. Don’t you love me… at all… Ezi answer me…?

She walked to where she smashed her phone, removed her Sim card and went over to her hand bag.
She put her hand bag on her shoulder and started walking towards the door.

I stood at the door preventing her from leaving.
She asked me to leave the way but I refused.
I try to touch her but she took a step back

“I’m going to buy a new phone for you. I will do anything… anything you want Ezi please don’t leave. Is this new guy better off than me… what is he offering you, what did you see in him. Ezi… listen… listen to me first… I’m going to be committed to only you, I’m ready for your terms. No sex, no kissing, no closeness at all… is fine by me…I will abide. Please… don’….

She pushed me off aggressively.
I moved away from the door as she opened and walked out.

I sat hard on the floor holding my head in my hand.
I need a dose of pain reliever.
My head is about to explode.

Eziaku was gone. She belongs to another. I loosed her again.

At the end I’m left alone to nurse my heart and held on tight without breaking down because I’m supposed to be a man.

I’m a total failure.
“Women… women… I’m done.
I muttered to myself.



“…She left… she left me… Eziaku is gone. Why is life so unfair? why am I very unfortunate with women. I’m just tired God… I’m tired and helpless… please help me…

I sat there on the floor whispering to myself and holding my head in my hand.



Tbc

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 35
By AMAH’S HEART.

 

 

There was a knock on the door, I already knew that she was the one.
I only wish she will leave me alone at this time, I’m reclined to my conscience dealing with me.
Her presence tormenting me and now I have to struggle looking into her eyes while talking to her or whatever reason she was knocking.
Her closeness will frighten my guilt self the more.

I was done bathing about 20 minutes ago, I went straight to bed just to avoid her.
Maybe if she did not see me come out of my room she will also go and sleep.
Is not like we have ever gotten intimate before so I see no reason for her wanting me except maybe to talk and sometimes our talk or trying to sort things may end up in disaster.



Eziaku need to understand that from every look of things I was not in the mood to talk or want her closeness. Especially not tonight.



I wish to be left alone. The meeting with Alisha kept eating me up.

I wish I never indulged her but at that moment I wasn’t even thinking straight.
I was thinking through the trunk in between my legs and nothin else makes sense at that time except to get laid.

I suppose to be filled and happy but guilt won’t leave me alone.
Eziaku’s thought refused to go away. I thought that was punishments enough until I came home only to meet her waiting outside for me.

And now she was at the door, knocking and I’m pretending right now to be asleep but she kept knocking.

“Yes…come in.

I finally said, trying to sound sleepy and tired.
She came in and began walking towards me.

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What is she doing right now for heaven sake?
She should keep her distance from me. I can’t deal with her closeness.

“I thought you will be coming out after bath. Hope I didn’t wake you up…?

I yawned tiredly, trying to show her how tired and sleepy I was.

“Yea…I fell asleep immediately my back touched the bed. Sorry… I couldn’t come out. Do you need anything…?

I asked, acting like sleep was about to knock me off the bed.



Let her be going already.

“Ok…I will let you sleep then. I thought we can talk and maybe I…I mean sort out our differences but that can wait for some other time… I will go to sleep then.

I nodded without a word.

She turned to leave, but stopped.
I watched as she opened her mouth to say something but thought against it.

She walked back to the door and pause.

“I just want to know something, do you truly love me?

Oh God! What is all this.
If replying her will make her leave me alone so be it.

“Yes…. Eziaku”

I said wishing she can just leave.

“I also love you…so very much. I don’t want to loose you, I’m ready to do anything to prove how much I adore you and want us to be together. I have never loved anyone the way I fell and love you. Is crazy to say but that is truth from my sincere heart. I find it difficult to carry on for days…I can’t eat or sleep. I kept thinking about you and hoping you will call while praying that you won’t stop loving me. I couldn’t take it anymore and that’s why I came over. I know I turned down your intimacy plea but you won’t understand how scared I was deep down… But I Came because I’m willing to do anything to save our relationship… which I so much value. It sounds odd but I have never done it with anyone before. I want to be good enough for you and worthy to be your woman. I’m working towards achieving that academically. I want to be the woman you will be proud to call yours in the future. I’m sorry for whatever wrongs or hurt you are holding against me. I’m willing to prove to you how much I love you… that is the reason I Came. But I beg you in the name of God… please don’t leave me. Don’t break up with me or cheat on me. Is going to really hurt real bad if you do…I don’t know if I can take it…



I was quiet all through as she kept talking.
I’m not sure I understand anything she just said except “don’t cheat on me” which I kinds did already.

I was not even thinking straight, i feel bad listening to her and wishing I had nothing intimate with another woman.
I fell for Alisha, I wanted it, I fantasize it in my mind and looked forward to the day.
After it happened I started wishing I never desired such.

Eziaku was slowly walking back to the bed again. I see tears trying to fall off from her eyes but she quickly wiped it off.

“…. can i…I…come over. I mean can I climb the bed… beside you?

I blinked severally, is she alright.
Eziaku in her right mind won’t ever ask to get into bed with me.

“Why…why do you want to do that?
I managed to ask as the whole atmosphere gets serious.

She bent her head and said.
“I thought you will want me…I thought that will make you happy…

“Ezi, will sleeping in the same bed with me make you happy?
I asked and she became silent after sometime she said

“Not really. Especially since we’re not married but if it will make you happy I’m willing to give it to you… I hope God understand…

I scoffed and sat up from the bed.

“Give what to me Ezi?
She became silent again with her face bent.
For the first time I see her fear clearly and struggle.
Maybe she does not know what she was saying, I decided to elaborate it for her.

“… Ezi, do you know that sleeping in same bed will warrant me touching you.. like getting intimate. Making love to you…. do you understand what you are asking…?

“I understand…I have thought it through and decided to do it. You said it will make you happy and I really want you to be happy and let things get back as we used to be…



Eziaku could be acting all insane but I won’t fall for that.
I’m not even in the mood for all of this.

“I don’t want you to sleep close to me, I may end up touching you and you wouldn’t want that because I’m not your husband. Only your husband is legible for such. I don’t even understand you or anything you said earlier. I have had a long day and you know tomorrow is Monday, work starts. I need to rest. Please go Ezi… the guest room is vacant. I’m too tired and sleepy…we will talk better tomorrow or some other time.

I turned my back on her, shut my eyes and wait for her to leave.

It took few more minutes before she finally walked out.
I turned, gasped out in relief.

If she had offered herself to me earlier before going to meet Alisha or even yesterday I could have jumped at the offer without caring if she in her right mind or not.
But I have had intimacy with Alisha and had enough guilt to deal with especially with her presence.
That is enough trouble for one night.

Eziaku must have had something to drink before coming here.
Was she offering herself to me in a platter of God which she thinks is the only ticket to fully having me back?

I doubt she knew what she was saying. She was high on something.

I’m happy she finally left me alone.

After sometime I managed to pray before finally sleeping.

The following day, I got ready early for work.
I knocked on the guest room, she came out.
I told her that I was leaving for the office. She should drop my house key at the normal spot whenever she was going.

She nodded without looking at me.

Yesterday, I couldn’t look at her and I’m still struggling within me to stare at her even now but she was not even making effort to look at me.

I did not touch her or asked her to jump into the bed with me.
I don’t understand her not wanting to look at me.
She only said good morning to me before saying she will drop the key as I instructed.

I guess the alcohol she had before coming here yesterday that was pushing her to Join me in bed last night has cleared from her eyes and she felt stupid or ashamed for it.

I turned and was about leaving , she called me by name.
Halting my moves as she began to talk while avoiding my eyes.

“Does this mean we’re never going to sit and talk. You’re tired of me or obviously don’t want me again… isn’t it? She asked with all seriousness.

“Uhmmm Ezi… our talk doesn’t do much good. We talk things out now and the next day we’re no more in talking terms. I hate headache and as old as I am I also don’t want stress…I have had enough of it in the past and won’t want anything or anyone stressing me again. Since the talking is important to you, fine…we will but is either this coming weekend or next but definitely not within the week because I wouldn’t want anyone to interrupt my rest after a hectic day”

I turned and left for work.

Angela who has bounced back from her heart break that Peter caused her was already in office.
She looked a little bit light headed and tacky that morning as she walked into my office

“Good morning sir…how was your weekend?

“Fine Angela. Looks like your weekend was great…no need to ask how it went. You seem to be in a happy mood…

She started grinning seriously.

“He called to apologise…”

I raised an eyebrow in question.

“…I mean Peter.

I already know who she was referring to but wanted to be sure.

“So… what was your response…?
I asked, bringing my laptop and setting it on the table while listening to her.



“Anyway…I kinda forgive him. He took me out on Saturday night and from there to his place. I spent the night at his house and came back yesterday evening. I had fun and he showered me with gifts and praises of how much he adores me and will never hurt me again. I believe him and we’re cool..”

I made a face not knowing how to respond to the whole quickie apology and acceptance like she has been looking forward to it.

“Okay Angela… that’s good then.
That was the only thing I can say as she later left for her office.

Her mood was in different level. Although, her eyes looks like it was deprived of sleep but she was happy.

I spoke with Alisha that afternoon. She was acting all pissed because I didn’t check up on her, which I apologise.

I went home that evening and Eziaku was gone.

She cleaned every where in the house. When I opened the fridge to make dinner, I realized that she prepared dinner for me.

After eating I try calling her but her number was busy for a long time.
I wonder who she was talking with. She did not call back that night or even the next.

My week quickly run into the weekend. I called her on Saturday and she didn’t pick immediately but later called back that she was in class and will be finishing late.
She asked me to call her later and I did around 9pm but her line was busy.

I was angry and put my phone aside.
I settled within me that I wasn’t going to call her again.
Who is she always Speaking to at night while ignoring me.

I shouldn’t care but I took it all personal.

Does it mean she was seeing someone else or what.

I moved on with my life, ignored her calls within the week

I continue interacting with Alisha until the event weekend arrived.

Alisha mentioned that she already told her sisters and cousin about me and they will love to meet me too

I drove down that early afternoon to the event place. Matching the address she sent to me.
People filled inside the event hall. The celebrant was together with her husband and two kids.
Their was a huge customized birthday cake in front of her.

Alisha on seeing me, came out and gave me a kiss which lasted for about few seconds.

She whispered to my hearing that her ex was already around and will be watching her like hawk.
All I need to do was to be all over her.

i don’t understand if she wants to get him jealous or to scare him off.

She described the ex to me and exactly what he was putting on and where he was sitting.
I saw him staring at me with fire in his eyes.
Alisha introduced me to the two single sisters first, one was wearing an engagement ring. Which means she was probably engaged to be married.
they try to pretend and welcome me but I looked past all the glamour and fake friendly laughter.
They don’t look too please to meet me.
It was obvious that they prefer Alisha’s ex because he seems to be a friend to the family.



She was about taking me around when I got a hard tap on my shoulder.

I turned in shock and guess who was standing right in front of me.
Stefanie, the one i had issue in the past with.

“What the hell are you doing here… Austin?

She asked angrily.
Alisha looked from me to her. She asked if we have met before and Stefanie ignored as she stared at me angrily

The two sisters walked upto where the drama was going on.

“What’s going on…?
They chorused

“Is better we take this outside in other not to start a scene and attract people’s attention. I don’t want my big sis party to be ruined due to unnecessary drama”

Alisha said concerned

They started going outside, Alisha took me by hand and asked me how I happened to know her cousin, Stef Barbie.

I could have known two weeks ago when she mentioned Stef but I never thought it will be Stefanie the shrewd lady that Eziaku ones worked with and I had to deal with.
My refusal to sleep with her or dance to her rules made us to be at war with each other.
I told Alisha that she used to be my client

I was unstable been in the means of all this people.
seeing Stef again and being in her corner makes me a little nervous and more worried but since I have Alisha nothing will go wrong.

The good thing is that I never slept with Stefanie. She would have want to hold that down my head

Stefanie began to rant on getting outside.

“This stupid fool called the police on me and made me write an undertaking never to bug him or his househelp. Alisha, where in the world did you see this nonsense guy. He is a total bad news. We had a fling in the past, he took the advantage that I liked him and began to misbehave. he has been in my bed before, invited me to his place for a weekend get together. When I went over, I met this ugly, primitive maid that worked for me in the past, I never liked the maid and because I asked this fool to get the maid fired he picked an offence. Which only explain he was equally sleeping with the maid…

Alisha looked shocked. The sisters laughed sarcastically.
I try to say something but Stefanie shunned me.

…hey shut the hell up. I’m not done talking yet. Did y’all know what this guy did, he recorded my ranting and forwarded to the police. I was called upon for statement never to bother him again. I stayed out of his space but What exactly is he doing in my own space again because I never wanted to set eyes on him after what he did…

Alisha turned to me and said.

“And I thought you’re decent…I thought you’re different. You slept with my cousin and was also sleeping with your maid? Oh gosh! I feel like a fool right now allowing you to touch me…

“No Alisha…I did not sleep with your cousin… Stef is not totally saying the Truth….I

The next thing that I hard was a serious slap on my cheek.
Another one follows

“Are you calling me a liar Austin?
Stefanie was seriously barking as Alisha sisters tries to hold her back.

I felt a sharp pain as I looked at her hand and realized almost all her finger has a ring. Maybe the rings must have broken my cheek bone because the pain felt unbearable.

“…I can kill you here because you stepped into my circle. I stayed away from your space but as Kama will have it you came right into my space with my own baby cousin… trying to deceiv her right? Stefanie continue talking

Alisha who was looking like she was about to blow off my head after listening to her cousin said.

“Dauda was better off than you…his only crime was being over protective but yours is sleeping with anything that greeted your eyes… you disgust me Austin…

I saw her ex coming with two men towards us.
One of the sisters has already gone to inform him.

I know I have to find a means and get out in one piece.
The pain from the two hot slap from Stefanie is not subsiding anytime soon.

I dislike all of this people which includes Alisha.
They’re spoilt brats that wants things done in their terms and ways.

How did I find myself in this corner again.

Watching Alisha’s supposed ex coming with his two body guards sent chill down my spine.
More trouble was brewing.
I either have to run or stay to fight.

How many of them will I even fight.

Stefanie is ready to tear me into pieces. I was caught in her trap and don’t know how to get off at this moment.



I remember Ezi said was coming today I told her that I won’t be around.
if I knew I would have stayed home with her and talk things through like she had always wanted.

All this people smell of trouble and I need to disappear from their means before something worst happens.

 

 

Tbc

Crazy
Dancer
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 31

By: Faith Lucky.



Audrey’s Pov:
I zipped up the last luggage and rolled It to the sitting room where Ella was sitting and playing games with her IPad.

But she paused and looked up at me when I entered.

“Mum…” She called.
“Are we leaving now?”

“Y..Yes, dear. Of course. Is there a problem?” I asked and she shook her head and continued with her game..

Huh?

I was about saying something when my phone rang and I checked and discovered it was Rex.

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Oh! Geez.

I picked it up reluctantly, knowing what he had in mind.

Audrey”, he called immediately.

Hi, Rex” I hushed.

Um…how’re you doing? Wat’s up?”



I’m fine and you?”

I’m…I’m okay. Thanks”

A short silence stepped in.

Were you…able to talk to Noah?” He asked after the brief silence and I sighed.

I guess I was expecting that question.

“Well…yes, I did. Right now, I’m on my way to Paris” I replied and heard him scoff.

“On your way to where” He asked, alarmed.

“I’m leaving, Rex. Noah and I sorted it out. He accepted the baby, but we’re not getting back together. You don’t have to worry about a thing cause its a personal issue. I understand him and he does same. So, we’re fine” I explained and touched my forehead in the end.

It was beginning to feel hot.

He was silent for a while, probably gob smacked.



“Audrey” he called helplessly.
“You…you don’t mean what you’re saying, do you?”

“Hold on, Rex. Were you trying to use me as a tool for ruining your brother’s relationship??

“Sorry, but I’m not some desperate chick who doesn’t have pride. I can only crush on a guy but I’ll never in my life force myself on him.

“Yes, I admire Noah. Maybe the feelings are still there. But he’s in love and I can’t think of stooping so low to force myself cheaply on him. There are other guys out there ready to respect me.

“You’ve always had this dirty character, Rex. I’ve noticed it about you. You’re always against other people’s happiness. What would it take to watch your brother be happy? What exactly would it take??

‘Must you always be a joy – killer even to your own family?? Everyone has their luck and life to live.

“Seriously, Rex. If you really want to go on with this hateful lifestyle of yours, you can. But just don’t involve me in it. Please. Handle your own problems yourself cause life is too precious to spend my time hating on someone who hasn’t offended me.

“Bye”

And with that, I ended the call and took in a deep breath.

Gosh!
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Maxine’s Pov:
I dressed up and left the house with Noah and after a long ride, we arrived at a bridal shop, leaving me in surprise.

Huh?

Is this the surprise he’s talking about

Oh my gee!!!

My eyes beamed as w stepped out of the car together and I couldn’t close my lips in bemusement.

So….he actually brought me shopping for the wedding??

Holy Christ! I guess this is real.

“Come on” he cooed and held my hand and we walked in together.

Gosh! I was so nervous. I never thought I’d be shopping for my wedding anytime soon.

I walked in with him and the workers who looked astound rushed to us immediately and welcomed us.

“Where do you keep your best dresses?” Noah asked after the pleasantries.

“Oh? Right here,sir”.

They led us to a different part of the shop where glittering wedding gowns were displayed.

Wowwwwww

There were so many designs…..Off shoulders, bare back, long, extremely long,…so many types and awesome designs.

“Where do I start?” I asked excitedly and started going through the clothes.

“I took one of the gowns and went into the dressing room to try it on, accompanied by one of the workers who was there to help me with the zip.

I came out when I was done and the first face I searched for was Noah’s.

“What do you think?” I asked but he shook his head and I smiled and decided to try on a different one.

I took an off shoulder one and tried it on and when I came out, his face brightened up a bit.

“I….think this is better. But try something else again” he suggested and we searched for another dress again.

Gosh! It was so stressful, but fun.
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*
We spent long hours at the bridal shop and I just couldn’t believe it could be that stressful.

Geez! Now, I know what couples go through getting prepared for the party. Its really not easy.

Noah paid for everything and the workers assisted us to the car with the heavy bags.

“Thank you so much, sir. It was nice having you here” they said when they were done and Noah only waved at them before entering the car with me.

As soon as we were seated next to each other, I got hold of his face and kissed him.

“Thank you” I beamed shyly.

“For what exactly?” He asked and I chuckled and let him go.

He smiled and started the car and in a giffy, we were on the road.

“Were you serious when you said the wedding was in two days time?” I asked, remembering he had mentioned at the shop.

“Well…yes, of course. Do you have a problem with that?” He asked and I rolled my eyes.

“Of course, not. I’m just…a little surprised its being rushed”.

“Well…I guess I can’t wait any longer” he shrugged and I ran my fingers into his hair.

Then, I discovered he wasn’t taking the way home.

“Are we going elsewhere?” I asked.

“Yes. We’re going for the cake. We need to make a choice now. By tomorrow, you’ll have your hair fixed. In no time, everything will be ready and I…..”

He got interrupted when he had to screech the car to an abrupt halt as a result of a car that blocked ours.

What the heck?

The car just came from nowhere and blocked our path, almost resulting in a crash.

“Who’s that??” I asked, alarmed.

Could it be mere carelessness or what??

Noah didn’t say a word and tried revising back, but not until armed boys came out of the car and started shooting at us.

Whaaaaaat

I flinched and panicked and within the twinkle of an eye, they came to our car and shot at Noah – on the arm.

“Arghhhhhhhhhh!”

I yelped in fear as he started losing consciousness and immediately, they opened my door and pulled me out of the car.

Crazy
Dancer
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 32

By: Faith Lucky.

Maxine’s Pov:
They sedated me and took me away.
*
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I groaned out of sleep, feeling so much pains on my joints – everywhere.

Urgh! My head ached a lot.

I struggled to sit up and discovered my hands were tied to the back.

My eyes adjusted to the dimness in the room and I got to see I was locked up in am empty room and made to sit on a dirty floor.

Oh! My God!

Why do I have a feeling…I already know who it is?

Noah!!!

My mind suddenly drifted to see him and I flinched.

Oh my God!!! Where’s he??

I can remember – he was shot!!

Yes – the animals shot him! Where’s he!!

Just then, the door opened and I looked to see it was Oscar.

Oh my God!!

My guess was right.

The monster. I had a hunch he was behind it. I should’ve known an animal would always be an animal.

He walked in with some boys and a smirk ran across his lips.

“My dear sister is awake, huh?” He teased as he squatted in front of me and if not for the fact my hands were tied, I’d have punched him in the face.

“I can never be your sister” I said angrily and he laughed.

“You monster. Where’s Noah?? Where’s he?” I demanded.

“Oh! Please, I’ve got no business with him. He should be…wherever. I don’t know and don’t f**king care” he spoke with so much nerves and I felt my anger building up.

“If anything happens to him – I’ll kill you. I swear to God, I’ll kill you” I warned tearfully and he laughed.

“Seriously?? Can a dead man kill a living soul?” He asked and laughed again and I gritted my teeth.

“You’re gonna do something for me. You’re gonna drop the charges against my parents so they can be free. And after that, I can decide if you get to live or not” he said.

For a while, I stared at him speechlessly like he was joking or something. Then, I laughed.

“It seems the current change of situation has made u mad, Oscar. What makes you think I’d ever set your criminal parents free?” I asked and immediately, his hands sliced through the air and landed on my cheek.

What
I gasped as I turned the cheek away. How dare he??

It was so painful that I almost cried.

“Trust me,Maxine. You’re gonna do it. By the time I’m done with you, you will” he smirked and stood up.

“I just wanted to give you a hint. So, I guess we’re done here. Have a nice time” .

And he left with the rest of the boys afterwards while I bent my head and wept.

No; I’m never going to do it. Its never gonna happen.

Even if it means me losing my life, I’d die just to make sure those animals pay for what they did to me.
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Noah’s Pov:
I heard little muttering voices that sounded far but got to sound clearer in time.

My lids fluttered and finally opened and the first sight I caught was that of a drip.

“He’s awake!” I heard a familiar voice say and slowly turned to see mum, Charlene and the ABC girls.

“Oh my God! Son” mum cooed and held my shoulders.

“He’s really awake” Alexa said.

“How…How’re you feeling? Should we get the doctor?” She asked but I didn’t say a word immediately.

“Maxine” the only name I could think of suddenly escaped my lips.
I shook restlessly as the image replayed in my head.

She was taken away – right after I was shot.

“Where’s She?” I asked weakly.
“Maxine…they took her away. Where’s she?”

My eyes were fixed on mum who looked perplexed.

“D…Don’t worry, Noah. The police are seriously searching for her. She’ll be found” she replied and my head spun.

Whaaaat??

I tried standing up immediately but noticed my hand was wrapped as a result of the gunshot and mom and the rest pinned me down.

“Noah please, I beg you with God’s name, just stay calm,please. Maxine will be fine, I promise. Don’t move,” mum said tearfully and I felt weak.

No; I still needed to find her.

I couldn’t breath normally knowing she was probably in danger.

“Noah please, you need to calm down. Maxine will be fine, okay? Please” Alexa also said but the only stopping me from leaving the bed was the fact that I was weak and felt so much pains.

“Maxine…” I mumbled and shook sideways.

“Noah please. Get the doctor!!” I heard mum say and running footsteps followed afterwards.

No;

Maxine!
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Ruby’s Pov:
“Oscar, are you sure of this?”,I asked in a half whisper as I stood in front of Oscar in the room.

“Are you sure we should be doing this?? Kidnapping Maxine and trying to force things on her. Its illegal”.

“Come on, Ruby. Grow up! I’m only trying to do what best for the family. Don’t you want mum and dad to get out of jail??” He asked, sounding pissed off.

“Of…Of course, I do. But I never thought it’d go through this process. What if we get caught? We might serve a lifetime in jail!” I poured out my fears.

“That’s never gonna happen, okay? So, quit panicking! I’ve gotten everything completely under control. Maxine will get out our parents outta jail and we’ll leave the county immediately”.he enthused.

“But…”,I paused and sighed.
“I’m just scared, brother. This is illegal and I don’t like it. Besides, mum and dad were wrong. They murdered Maxine’s parents. Do we still have to hurt her?”.

Immediately, he gripped me roughly by the arm.
What?

“Listen to me, Ruby and listen very good. It’s either you’re with the family or against us. It doesn’t matter what our parents did. We still have to save them. Do you understand??” He growled and I just nodded perfunctorily.



Christ! I’ve never seen this part of him.

“Good” he mumbled and let go of my arm before walking out of the room.

TBC.

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 34
By AMAH’S HEART.





“…. she slapped off the drink from his hand before giving him a proper slap on the cheek. He was frozen like Christmas chicken…

I was laughing hysterically as he continued talking.

“… Austin it was like a movie, I didn’t want to go when he invited me that he planned to propose to his babe. It was supposed to be a surprise proposal. He needed senior boys to be there for him, my wife said I shouldn’t go but I can’t turn him down. I went and the whole clubhouse was rent off for his proposal. Only for the girl and her two friends to show up and it happened that he was also running under ground dirty job with one of his babes friend. After the main babe collected the ring, everyone went drinking and dancing to the day only for the other girl to call out the main babe. Say something to her and even showed her stuffs on the phone…. Jerome came to me and whispered that he does not feel too good with the two ladies talking in a corner. I asked him to relax only for the main girl who got the ring to angrily walk up to him, slapped off the drink from his hand before landing him a correct slap. She removed the ring and throw at his face before leaving the clubhouse. The whole party scattered, I asked Jerome what happened he began to explain that he never knew that the other lady will betray him even after settling her with money. He slept with the second lady severally when his girlfriend traveled and they had several fling and it stopped when his babe returned….





Chuka took a sip from his cup of drink before continuing

“… story too much Austin. I felt ashamed for even honoring his invite. If I know I would have stayed home like my wife suggested. I don’t know what is too difficult in staying faithful to one partner. Now, his cheating lifestyle came into play when he was about getting serious with his life. By the way… how far man? Any lucky woman yet or you’re still not ready to settle down?

I breathed as I set down the drink in my hand.
“I don’t know man. Really, I have tried but it seems not working out. The one I recently started a thing with refused me touching her when she came to spend the weekend. Chuka, this same girl has caused me so much heartache in the past but we settled out and started again and she is acting up…”

“If she does not want you to touch her then why not let her be. What exactly is her reasons…is she a small girl, maybe a virgin.. she must probably have her reasons. Is not something to fight over Austin. I know you as a principled man who does not get carried away with women. Your girl should have a core reasons for refusing your touch…

I took a long breath before saying.

“She has none. No single reason chuka. She have had boyfriend in the past which I know off. They dated for about three to four years before breaking up. She can’t possibly be a virgin… chuka she is twenty eight and not afraid to express herself anytime any day. This Lady is outspoken and will talk whenever she wants to. But she never said a thing or reasons for her refusal except she only wants to do it with her future husband. She went on insulting me of how my only interest is to use and dump her. Chuka I don’t understand women and I really don’t care anymore. I have had enough of their hurt, I won’t let anyone of them get into me. If I was a rough player like Jerome, I will have any kind of woman I desire then kick her out when I’m done with her. I respect women generally, but they keep toiling with my feelings…

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I drank deeply from my cup of wine.

“Don’t write love out man. At the right time it will definitely happen. Don’t even try to be anything like Jerome, every expensive play has a payback time. That’s the case with Jerome now. Mhen… you need to get serious in settling down, I want to attend your wedding before next year runs out….

I smiled and replied.
“That’s exactly what my Mom said. I’m presently avoiding her calls, she troubles me with this get married thingy. Last two weekend I attended an event…it was a grand birthday party celebration. The lady that invited me is classic chic. It was her dad’s 60th birthday party. I met him and several other dignitaries. Just last Tuesday I sent pictures of a landing properties and the man selected two.
He transferred half of the money the following day and later sent the remaining one. I was very happy and this lady is very beautiful, I mean her beauty is outstanding. I met her sisters they’re all beautiful but Alisha’s beautiful outsmart them all. She invited me to her place last weekend but I couldn’t make it I told her I will see her this week. I will go over tomorrow, to her house personally for a visit…”

Chuka scoffed in a funny way.
“Slow down man. have you already slept with her, because that will mean a commitment. You’re already committed with the whole connection she is getting you…but just make sure she is not trouble personified and avoid getting intimate if you are not sure of her. Try to settle things with your real woman. Don’t let the lady’s beauty get into your head.

I began to laugh.



“C’mon chuka, what do you take me for? No serious intimacy yet but how can I say no if she offers. She is one hot babe and worth any trouble. I’m ready to take my chances with her..if you know this girl I’m talking about you will also want to try your luck. Alisha is not just with a pretty face and cute body, she is lively, fun to be with, a PhD holder who already owns her own company. She told me of her past relationships, how guys only fall for either because of her money or her looks but such relationship doesn’t last. Her ex who is also a billionaire is begging to come back, but she was not sure if she wants him back. His only sin was being too jealous and over protective and she will never let any man to cage her. We have been speaking over the phone and getting into a serious chat. I may not be able to say no if she offers me intimacy, because she is Worth the try. And to be sincere is been a while I meet a women. Not that they’re not available if I so desire it but I’m very selective and mostly wants to get serious with one woman but that too is far fetched…

I and chuka talked extensively before he left my place.
He spent half of his Saturday with me and I was glad he came.
Things I couldn’t tell anyone I expressed it freely with him.

The following day, as evening approached I left the house to Alisha’s place.
She prepared different dish through the help of her paid cooks.
After dining together, she pooped open Hennessy bottle and poured for me and herself.
Before taking me round her two storey building.
She stopped in a room, a fine built glass room with a disco light upstairs

She dropped her drink and went to the window, raised the curtains and began staring at something.
I also dropped my drink before going to her and she pointed at one of her dad’s outlet that’s is on a faraway end of the road.
I gently place a hand on her waist.
She turned to me and said

“, What in going on in your mind right now… don’t lie to me Austin.

I moved closer to her, properly placed my two hands on her waist and said.

“Nothin else except you my queen. Who will dare disagree that you’re the fairest of them all…

She smiled and also held my waist lightly.

Her pink lips was inviting and very hard to resist.
She appears to be waiting for me to make the first move and I did.
I kissed her slowly but steadily. Her succulent lips was like mint in my mouth.
She responded without resistant as we clung to each other.
I slide down my hand to her body, got hold of her boobs which was so soft.
Her hand was on my belt in no time trying to loosen it.
I wish she can be faster, I was almost loosing control.
Her king size bed was just beckoning on us.
I assisted her in loosing the belt because it seems to be taking almost forever.
We kissed romantically to the bed and fell into it like stupid teenagers in love.

I unhooked her bra and helped her fling it to one corner.
The long fashion single hand gown she wore was obstructing our moments. But she finally pulled it off.
I pulled down my trouser, unbuttoned my shirt in a hurry like a hungry lion ready to devour.
Alisha was offering me what Eziaku failed to give me.





“Is there any cd around?
I suddenly asked as I thought of it.
She nodded, walked naked only in pant to her wardrobe and brought it.
I was high like on a horse and wish she could hasten up her steps.

What was really special about Eziaku’s that she refused me touching her? Somebody that was more special than her was about to get laid.

The thought of Eziaku keep pumping up in my mind. I try as much as possible to wave it off and concentrate on the moment.

For the past two weeks, I have try to avoid thinking about her or wondering. She called twice last week but I didn’t pick up.
That was the period I was chatting with Alisha.
Eziaku should just move on and leave me alone. She has an annoying guts that gets on my nerves.
I kiss her she shivers, I try to touch her she pushes me away and now she has pushed me into a better loving arm of a beautiful woman.

I and Alisha lay panting when the whole hotness was cooled off.

I felt stupid immediately after the deed. I felt really bad for no reason.
Could it be because of I kept thinking of Eziaku just as the whole thing was going on.
“Are you alright?
Alisha asked as she lay on my chest, using her hand to play around my body.

“,Yes…yeah… I’m fine.
I said forcing a smile.

“What do you think of me…do you want more.
She asked again.

“Uhmmm… you are sweet. I enjoyed every part of you. I will have to go now… maybe next time we can try some more…”

I replied while trying to get up from the bed.
I wonder where I threw off my wears.
I will need to go around the big room to pick each of my clothes scattered around.

“I wish you stay longer. There is still time… what’s the rush about.? Please stay for sometime with me… don’t leave right away. By the way I still have a pack of CD in my drawer. My ex used to buy them down when we were together. We broke up seven months ago and I have not been with any man ever since. Having you now means a whole lot to me…I like you Austin and wish you can have eye for only me. I believe you’re not a womanizer starting from the first day we met and you never gave me a second look after helping me with the tin of milk until the second time. Your type is rare and I want us to be more than just friends… what do you think?

I forced a smile and said
“Eziiii… sorry Alisha I also likes you alot. I would love to stay in your arms forever, kissing your soft lips and making love to you all day but I wouldn’t want us to wear out ourselves with each others constant present. I will like us to take things slowly and allow nature takes it curse. Please my queen…do you agree?

She nodded while withdrawing her hand from rubbing my back.

“Do you have a girlfriend? You mentioned Eziiii or some lady’s name earlier. I heard it clearly. Is she your woman.. please tell me the truth.



At this stage I was blown. Why is Eziaku’s name popping out of my mouth in such a time as this.
Why am I suddenly thinking about her.



“,Aaaah…! Ezi… that was a mistake in mentioning her name. I’m sorry about that. I won’t lie, yes Ezi is my girlfriend or was because we’re presently having issue and is been on for sometime now and..

“Do you love her?
She suddenly asked again, interrupting me.

“,What? I replied, pretending like i didn’t hear her well and wishing she can change the topic.

“I said do you love the lady…I mean Ezi?

“Uhmmm…ye..no..yss…I don’t know any more. I…I don’t know. Maybe if I love her or she loves me enough to bend her rules to favor us both…if there was real love with Ezi I won’t be here with you…

She did not say anything immediately.

“She is or was very lucky to have you anyway. If i was Ezi I will do all I can to protect my relationship and to keep my man only to myself. What was the rules she refused to break and is causing the whole rift… can you tell me?

I smiled, kissed her lips and said.
“Can we stop talking about Ezi and focus on our moments. I had a great time… you made me feel like a real man and you are indeed irresistible my queen. Permit me to go tonight but I will be back for some more honey… you’re sweet and satisfying…”

I kept praising her so that she won’t mention Eziaku’s name again. I don’t want to talk about her it makes me angry.

“Next two weekends is my eldest sisters birthday. Although she is married but she wants to throw a party like my Dad did. my two sisters who are still around, and my big cousin Stef will be there . My ex will likely come because he has refused to let me be and my sisters likes him. He is also a friend to my big sis husband. I want you to be around, please come…if he sees that I have moved on and already with a new man he will leave me alone. You will also get to meet my cousin, she is a sassy Queen of slayers. We call her Stef Barbie. You will get to like her because she is very lively…

I nodded and told her I will have to check my schedule first.
But she kept pleading and insisting that I must come.
I had to agree.

Driving home that night, I couldn’t think straight.
I missed Eziaku’s calls again. It could be when the action with Alisha was going on.
Why is she even calling me?
Hope she is not in any kind of trouble.

She maybe in trouble which is the only reason I couldn’t stop thinking about her today and even mistakenly mentioned her name to Alisha’s hearing.

“Jeeezzzz”…

I screamed out to the silent car while still driving.
I felt guilty in a way but I seriously have no reason to feel bad.
Eziaku caused it and besides we are not even talking or settled our differences yet.

I have to act as Alisha’s boyfriend in front of her ex, her cousin and sisters.

The whole thing keep getting deeper.

I got home around 10pm that Sunday and saw Eziaku outside waiting for me.

“,I have been waiting since 7pm. I called severally but You did not pick up. Good evening…how have you been?

“Fine… and you?

I asked as I try as much as possible to avoid looking at her eyes.
Guilt will trap me down if I look into her innocent eyes.

“Not really fine…but I feel better knowing you are alright. Are you still angry with me after all this weeks… don’t you truly want me again? I..I can’t stop worrying or thinking about you.

I kind of miss her even though I have been trying to shut her off.
“Do you want to come inside?
I asked moving ahead.

She followed behind as I unlocked the door and went in with her.

“Were you at chukas place? That’s your only friend I know off…”

I nodded still without looking at her

“I need to shower, check out the fridge and make something to eat if you’re hungry…. only for yourself please. I seriously need a long bath”

She nodded with a smile as I walked away feeling more guilt stricken than ever.
Why did she come tonight, why… why?
I can’t even look at her face.
How will I face her now.
She caused what happened with Alisha and now she is here to punish me more with her presence.

I sat in the bathroom tub thinking of what to do.
The intimacy with Alisha, the invite for another party where I have to act as her man



Then Eziaku showing up in my house all of a sudden same day.
I can’t wrap my head around it all.

My conscience kept hitting me hard no matter how I try to defend my actions.





Tbc

Crazy
Dancer
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 29

By: Faith Lucky.



 

 

Maxine’s Pov:
I watched in amusement and looked at Noah

What’s she doing here? Why’s she here again??

Did she really come to visit him or what?

“Come on, Maxine” Noah hushed and stood up and I became a bit confused.

Why’s he asking me to follow him? Does he want me to welcome her with him or what?

I wouldn’t deny it. I felt a little angry and jealous.

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He held out his hand to me and I sluggishly stood up, placing my palm on his.

We walked towards the door as the maid ushered her into the house.

Oh! She actually came with the baby – I suppose.

Yes, she was with a little girl and I guess that was the “daughter”.

I felt my cheeks turn red as I stood in front of her.



“Noah” she beamed in a smile and looked at me.

“Hi, Maxine” she called simply and I noticed her eyes drooped when she saw Noah and I holding hands.

“Hi. Good morning” I feigned a smile.

I must admit – the baby was kinda pretty.

Just like her father – I guess.

“Please, have a seat” Noah chipped in and we all took our seats.

She sat next to the baby,

While I sat next to Noah – facing her.

“Um…thanks for coming, Audrey. I really appreciate” Noah said and I shot him a stare.

Hold on; was he actually the one who invited her over



“Its nothing,Noah. You don’t need to thank me” she said and the whole drama was startling me.

Gosh!

What’re they really upto?

Well, even if negative thoughts wanted to cloud me, Noah’s words from last night replayed in my head and gave me hope.

“She’s the one, right?” He asked, referring to the baby and Audrey nodded.

Then, he beckoned on the baby to come closer and she did.

Hmm. She seemed sweet.

He lifted the baby and made her sit on his legs.

“She’s so pretty” he said as he stroke the baby’s hair.
The baby was just quiet and didn’t say a word.

He played with the baby for a while without looking up at Audrey.

“Thank you, Audrey” he began.
“For taking care of her all these years. I must say…I really commend you for that.

“She’s pretty, smart”
He paused and scoffed.

“And I’m glad she’s my first child.

“But perhaps, if you’d told me sooner, things would’ve been different right now. Because the thing is…..I’m already engaged and can’t cancel my wedding plans for anything”.

Huh?

I felt my heart skip a bit at the mention of that.

“I promise to check up on Ella from time to time and carry out my responsibilities as her father, but I just want you to know it’s in noway going to affect my relationship with Maxine.

“What ever happened between us, Audrey, is in the past and unfortunately, I’ve moved on already. So, I’d really appreciate it if you could learn to accept it”.

A long silence ensued when he rounded up his *speech*
I kept my eyes glued to the floor,my heart pounding so fast.

Gosh!
I….never expected it.

After a long brooding silence, Audrey finally spoke up.

“Well..” She said with a sigh.
“I might say…I actually expected this.

“You don’t need to worry about it, Noah. I perfectly understand. I mean I….I’ve been really stupid to have hidden it from you all these years and I actually wanna ask for your forgiveness.

“Heaven knows I don’t have the intention of ruining your relationship – never. I just…felt it was necessary telling you about it. I mean, you deserve to know you have a child somewhere and…I really want to thank you for accepting her.

“Actually….we were about leaving the country yesterday morning before I…I decided to inform you about it. We were leaving for Paris. So…I guess the journey will take place after all.

“Maybe once in a while, we’d come visiting and you’ll do same with your wife” she paused and chuckled.

“It’s okay, Noah. I understand.

“And Maxine….I must say you’re one lucky girl to have someone like him. Although, he might get hot-headed sometimes, but he’s still cool”
She paused and laughed again and this time around, I had to join her.

“Thank you – once again” she concluded and stood up.

Wow!

The whole thing just left me speechless.

I stood up with Noah and the baby

“Thanks for your understanding…”

“Hey,its okay…it’s okay” she cut him off and gave him a parting hug.

“I wish you a safe trip. And take care of yourself and the baby” he added calmly.

She smiled and gave me a hug as well which I received without a second thought.

I’ve always sensed it around her.

She was nice.

“Bye, Maxine.

‘Ella, say bye to daddy” she urged the baby while holding her .

“Bye” she hushed and waved at Noah.

She seemed really quiet.

“Bye baby” Noah beamed and kissed her hair.

We nattered a little as we accompanied them outside to their ride and finally, they left.
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Oscar’s Pov:
I walked into the room and met the boys busy with the systems.

“Any news yet?” I asked as I stood behind them.

“Not yet. They still haven’t left the house” one of them replied and it bite me up.

“I hope the boys are ready? As soon as they leave the house, I want Maxine abducted”.

“Yes. We’re working on it”. They replied and I nodded and left the room.

 

Episode 30

 

Maxine’s Pov:
As soon as Noah and I returned to the house, I found myself jumping on him and wrapping my hands around him.

I was shocked beyond words.

He laughed as he held me properly, making sure my feet didn’t touch the floor.

“Hey, Wat’s up?” He chuckled and finally dropped me down.

But I still had my hands wrapped around him and didn’t let go.

“Thank you” I whimpered, our foreheads touching each other’s

“You’re welcome” he cooed and slowly reached for my lips, kissing them softly.

I wasn’t a good kisser and couldn’t reciprocate, but he covered me up by doing the job himself.

“I love you” I heard him say and realized that was actually the First time he was saying that to me.

“I love you too”, I replied a little tearfully and he kissed me again.

I couldn’t believe he’d chosen his baby mama over me – said it straight to her face.

“Come on, let’s get you cleaned up” he said and took me to his room, to his bathroom.

“But I’ve taken my bath already” I tried telling him but he ignored and turned on the shower, pushing me in immediately.

Whaaat

My clothes got wet immediately and I shrieked and tried moving away from it, but he pushed me again and joined me.
I laughed this time around and he helped me undressed.

Holy Molly!

I felt goosebumps all over immediately.

He undressed me, took off my skirt, shirt and p*nties and I couldn’t even look him In the face again.

He took my hand to his belt and made me unhook it, but I couldn’t do the rest myself as my hands shook.

Gosh! There’s no way I’m doing it. No way.

He smiled when he noticed I couldn’t complete it and did it himself.

He pulled off his shirt and trouser and this time around, I kept my eyes fixed on his face because I didn’t want to look *elsewhere*

I didn’t even want it to happen mistakenly.

He wrapped his hands around my waist and with the shower falling heavily on us, he locked his lips on mine.

“You’re beautiful” he whispered when he broke the kiss and my cheeks flushed.

Suddenly, I feared he was gonna do it again.

The thought hit at.me and made me scared because I still felt pains down my legs.

He held my waist and making our foreheads touch, we stayed that way for a long time, still beaten by the shower.
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I couldn’t explain it. And I had no idea if I was just experiencing it for the first time, but at that moment, she felt special to me.
So special; even her breath.

At that moment, I felt like going deep into her again. But even a lame man could tell she was still in pains.

So, perhaps, I’d just endure the urge.

Although, its damn not easy.

Her succulent bo”bs lying against my chest,

Her soft waist resting in my hands.
Her lips so tempting..

Even her bashfulness and resistance motivated me.

I just wanted every part of her.

But perhaps, I’d wait.

I finally decided to let get go before she’d die of anxiety.

I disentangled from the hug and turned off the shower.

“Come on” I hushed and led her out of the bathroom after giving her a towel and taking one for myself.

“Get dresses. We’ll be going out later”, I told her in the room.

“Huh? Where?” She inquired.

“For shopping”, I winked at her and she left.

Thank goodness.

I smiled and took in a deep breath as I plonked myself on the bed.

Then, I reached for my phone and put a call through to dad.

It ringed to an end but he didn’t pick up and I decided to message him instead.

Hi Dad.
I just wanted to tell you I’ve started working towards the wedding.

Maxine and I will be going to shop for her bridal set today. So, I want you to speed up your own plans.



i want the wedding in two days time

And my face crinkled up in a smile as I sent the message.

 

TBC
Awwn! Who else felt that romance between Maxine and Noah

�Crazy
Dancer�
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 27

By: Faith Lucky.

Noah’s Pov:
Something in my guts kept telling me to stop, but I couldn’t control my emotions at that moment.

I couldn’t explain it.

At first, I thought I was only getting married to her because its urgent or I admire her dancing skills.

But…even when Audrey had showed up with that baby, I still couldn’t imagine myself being away from Maxine. I couldn’t imagine myself choosing someone else over her – not even my ex.

As I kissed and took her to the bed, I felt that resisting movement in her. Like she wanted me to stop or something.

I held her down to the bed and resumed kissing her.

Obviously, there’s no way I’m letting her go.
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Maxine’s Pov:
He kissed my lips, neck and almost every part of my body, making me tickle.

One part of me wanted him to stop, but the other part wanted him to proceed.

He was acting so fast, like one who was impatient or something.

His breath was so rough as he pulled down the hand of my dress and made it reach my waist level.

“Noah…wait” I said breathlessly but he fought pass my voice and ripped off my b*a.

I gasped as he took my left nipple into his mouth, tickling me.

I shut my eyes and held his hair tight, feeling so different – an uncanny feeling I’d never experienced.

He s*cked the nipple and fondled the other b*reast.

Then, I felt him dragging my dress off completely and it dawned on me I was becoming stark n*ked in front of him.

He left my b**bs and concentrated on taking the dress off completely and my heart pounded.

“Do you want me to stop?” He asked as he came to lie in between my legs, his head rested on my chest.
I couldn’t say a word as I just stared up at the ceiling, my heart pounding so fast.

I felt his cold hand touch my bare skin as he reached for my p*nt and started pulling it down.

I tried stopping him, but he locked his lips on mine and rendered me helpless.

He unhooked his belt and took off his shirt and believe me or not, the rest of the night was fun.
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Noah’s Pov:
The sun glinted on the window as I opened my eyes and caught the rays.

I stretched slightly and found Maxine still sleeping on the bed.

Oh!

I smiled and moved the hair that flopped carelessly over her eye.

She was so pretty and I kinda felt bad for hurting her last night.

Well, I still felt glad it had to be me.

I smiled and planted a kiss on her forehead before putting on my clothes and leaving the room quietly.

“Make some Creamy coffee for two” I instructed the first maid I came across and she bowed and left.

I went into my room and brought out my phone.

“Finally, I think its time” I thought as I searched for Audrey’s contact.

�Crazy
Dancer�
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 28

By: Faith Lucky.

Noah’s Pov:
I finally found her number and dialed it and luckily, she picked immediately.

☎Noah?” She called, sounding surprised.

☎Hi, Audrey” I cooed.

☎Wat’s up?”

☎I’m…I’m fine”

☎Are you…busy? I was wondering if you’d be chanced to come over to the house”.

☎Oh! This morning?”

☎Yes, now. Its important. And…come with Ella”.

She was silent for a little while.

☎Okay, then. We’ll be there shortly”.

☎Alright. Bye”.

And the call ended.

Hmm.

I just hope everything works out well.
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Maxine’s Pov:
I turned and turned on the bed and finally opened my eyes, feeling so weak

I stretched a bit and itched my eyes before sitting up.

Gosh! I felt…..

Where’s Noah?

Oh God!

I blushed and buried my face in my palms when I suddenly recalled the previous night incidence.

Oh! Maxine, I can’t believe I lost it to Noah.

Why didn’t i control myself? Why??
I sighed and stared up at the ceiling. How do I face him now?

Shortly, I heard a knock on the door and snapped out of my thoughts.

“Who’s it?” I asked, praying fervently it wasn’t him.

“Its the chef,ma’am. Just came to inform you breakfast is ready” she said and I took in a deep breath.

“O….okay. I’ll be there shortly” I replied and heard her leave.

I left the bed afterwards and went into the bathroom to freshen up.

Gosh! The bed was a mess. How do I clean it up? I was so tired.

I got into the bathroom, brushed and took my bath, then came out with a white towel wrapped around me.

When I returned to the bedroom, I was surprised to find a maid cleaning up.

Wow! The bedsheets had been changed and the bed neatly arranged.

“Good morning, ma” she paused and greeted when she noticed me.

“Yeah…good morning” I replied, feeling a little shy she must’ve seen the blood stain.

I went over to the wardrobe to get something suitable and she looked away as I dressed up.

Afterwards, I left the room, headed down for the sitting room and thankfully, I bumped into Charlene.

Thank goodness cause I wasn’t ready to face Noah alone.
“Hi bae” she beamed at me as we exchanged a side hug.

“Good morning” I said shallowly.

“Yeah….you’ve been a little scarce around the house, haven’t you?”

“I just….well, let’s say I’ve been busy. Are you headed for breakfast?” I asked

“Absolutely! Come on”.

And we took the stairs together.

We got to the dining and met Noah there already and my heart skipped a bit at the sight of his face.

He shot me a stare and I noticed a little look of disappointment when he’d seen me with Charlene.

“Hi Noah” Charlene beamed and took a seat.

“Hi” he replied simply and watched me sit.

“Um….Good morning” I said nervously.

“Good morning. How was your night?” He replied and asked.

“It was….fine. Thanks”.

Gosh! I never thought I could be this nervous in my entire life. Especially, because of a guy.

The maids came up and dished out our meals and I started eating afterwards, eating like a snail.

That was when I knew I should be careful with the way I talk, eat and sit.

All because of Noah.

We ate in silence for a long time and I guess Charlene was beginning to get suspicious or something.

“Excuse me” she suddenly said said stood up, as if she’d realized we needed some privacy.

Oh! God, but I wasn’t needing some privacy. I was actually looking for a way to avoid being alone with Noah.

“How’re you feeling now?” He asked as soon as Charlene left.

“I’m….I mean, I think I’m fine” I stuttered a reply.

“You think?” He asked and I cringed.

“No -I…I’m sure I’m fine. Sorry” I added with a chuckle and he smiled.

“Actually…” He started.
“I want to say thank you for last night. I…guess its necessary. Thank you for entrusting me with your dignity. Really, Maxine…I never expected it”.

I felt my head spin and wished he’d just change the topic. I didn’t want to talk about it.

I smiled and looked down at my food, not having anything to say.

“Maxine”, he called softly and placed his hand on mine and I looked up at him in shock.

Just then, the door bell rang and snapped us out of our world of fantasy.

A maid ran to check it out and as she opened the door, it revealed the same lady I’d been scared of – Audrey’s ex.

I flinched and fred my hand from Noah’s.

What’s she doing here again?

 

TBC.
Why do you think Noah called Audrey over?

Continuation


She was grinning again.
I joined her, took her hands into mine and said.
“I love you Ezi…I have always loved you.

She bent her head and then said
“I love you maybe a bit more…”

I kissed her hands before kissing her lips.
She responded as we went crashing on the couch.

I loosed my hold and began to kiss her all over.
I slowly unzipped her cloth, slide my hand into her body.
I noticed she was shivering.
She moaned silently, straightened and removed my hands from her.

“Let’s move to the room Ezi… please. I want you…so much. Let’s go to my room, we will be more comfortable there…”

I said while panting.
She was reluctant, i try to lift her but she resisted.
“… what are you afraid of…I love you Ezi and will never hurt you. I want to be with you…I want to feel your warm and make love t…I…

She stood up, readjusted her cloth.

“I can’t. I’m sorry… we’re rushing things faster than it should be. Can we take it slowly…

She said still standing.
I stood up and took her hands again.

“We’re not rushing anything Ezi. I want you as much as you do… what is the point of denying our passion for each other…my body yawns for you Ezi…my heart beat for you, can’t you feel it…?

I pulled her into my body and began to kiss her again but she stepped away from me and said.
“Maybe next time, I’m not ready now. I have to go please…

“Okay… okay…is fine.
I took a long breath and try to think clear.
“…is alright Ezi. I’m sorry for pushing you. will you come over and spend the next weekend with me? I want you around often and will come and pick you up on Friday evening…

She nodded. I gently draw her into My body and held her very closely for sometime while I try to steady my own heart beat.
Hers was racing with speed.

She later left after sometime.

After I saw her off to the gate, I came inside, sat hard on a chair and try to replay the whole scene.
I can’t resist the fact I want her not just as my girlfriend or whatever, I want more than that.
I looked forward to next weekend, I will get a better chance to express how exactly I truly feel.
I will eat every part of her and make love to her like she has never experienced with her ex boyfriends.

This was my thought as I started my week.
I make sure I speak to her twice or three times in a day.



Alisha called me within the week, we spoke cordially and she said her father will be celebrating his 60th birthday next upper week Sunday and she wanted to specially invite me .
Also she spoke to her father about me and he may likely like to meet me concerning more properties he plans to acquire for his car dealership outlets.

I suppose to be free then, this weekend I will be with Eziaku. I should be free in the next.
I asked her if I can come with a friend.
She said it was okay to come with anyone I feel like coming with.

I will be going with Eziaku then. I will have to ask her first.
That will be our first outing together and I will love go with her to this big occasion.
Except if she doesn’t want to but I don’t see any reason Why she wouldn’t.

I asked Eziaku and she said she will go with me.
If she comes around this weekend we will go shopping together.
I will get her beautiful outing wears and accessories.

On Friday, I called Eziaku that I will be coming in the evening to get her.

“I won’t be able to spend the weekend again. I have to be in school. I have important class which I wouldn’t want to miss. But I promise to come in the next one.

My mood was ruined and I had no choice than to agree.

We kept up with the communication until the following week finally came.
It was slow but it still came after all.
Alisha called to remind me of the party.
I was not much of a party person but I was ready to honor her invitation.

I picked Eziaku on Friday and we went home.
That Friday night, she kept resisting me and did not allow me touch her.
I took her out on a shopping spree on Saturday. got different things for her and picked the best outfit for the tomorrow event.
That Saturday evening, I made attempt on her again but she wouldn’t let me.

“What’s the problem Ezi? I want you so much… what do you want me to do to prove to you how much I desire to be with you. Don’t you want me?

“I do, but not in that other aspects. I mean not right now…I can’t get intimate with you yet.

I gasped and held her more closely.
“So when, when do you want to do it. Intimacy is part of what people in love, in a relationship do. I have tried to exercise patient but I don’t know how long I can go. Do you want me to get involve with another woman and start craving for what you can aswell give me? I want to be dedicated, faithful to you alone. I don’t need any other satisfaction aside from you. No other woman will appeal to me this way like you will do… when do you want to do it?

She looked troubled.
“When I’m ready and that could be with my husband. Doing this doesn’t seem right now…

“Says who?
I said trying not to get angry?
“…it doesn’t seem right with me but seems right with Uche or the rest of your past men? If you’re still in love with Uche or whoever maybe is better you stick with them. Because this is you trying to punish me for what I don’t understand.

The words Left my mouth before I could get hold on myself.
She stared at me with a serious look.
“, Do you claim to love me because you want to get under my pants or you truly love me for who I am? Your whole reaction seems you want to use and dump me as fast as possible. I said I was not ready for it what is difficult to understand. I will respect your decision any day any time but you are finding it difficult to respect mine…

I stood up and walked round, trying to control my temper.
“You think I want to use and dump you? the reason I claim to love you is because I want to get under your skirts… really Eziaku? okay. Believe whatever you want to believe. I’m done trying to explain or expressing how much I feel for you. Have it your way Ezi… I’m cool.

She tries to say something but I stopped her

“… no, is okay with whatever you think. Know this about me atleast, women don’t freak me like they do to other guys. I can stay as long as possible without any intimacy with a woman. But ones I’m in a relationship, my emotions and body needs come knocking and if I can’t get a satisfaction from the woman I claim to love and that loves me too, I wonder where I will get it then. But if me wanting to touch you is taking advantage of you so that i can dump you thereafter then your mindset needs cleansing. And this kind of mindset won’t get us far. Did you also say the same thing to Uche and co when he was sleeping with you. Or .. let me guess, you felt he was in your class and will neither leave nor cheat on you…? Why are you acting like a kid…how old are you again?

She scoffed loudly at me. I felt disrespected buy kept calm.
“I’m twenty eight this year, I’m not a kid and I know what exactly I’m saying. and my decision has nothing to do with my age sir.

Wow, Eziaku was twenty eight and all this while I was thinking she was around twenty three to twenty five.
Looks can be decisive.

“You’re twenty eight and acting like under twenty. Maybe if not for this your kind of mindset you should have been married by now. But you act like you know it all, don’t have any fear or reserve in general. All this attitude of yours is village mentality and I’m not in for it.

She stood up and moved closer to me.
“You’re angry, becoming an aggressive bully because I refused sleeping with you. Your type is the reason why ladies hide their age or pretend what they’re not. Your type is the reason why they will succumbed to pressure, break their principles just to please your egoistic nature. You can aswell break up with me let me know that is all over again. Maybe is also this your mindset that kept you single up till now. I think that your chuka friend is married with two children while you’re still single. You said with my age I should be in a husband’s house but we’re birds of the same feather. The difference is I can’t bend or be threaten by you or anyone to do what I don’t want to. Anyway, I’m leaving…

I asked her to go if she wants.
I hate her damn guts.
I hate myself more for trying again, giving another chance to the same lady that threw me offshore before.
I hate myself for believing all of this will work and she was the one for me.

She picked up her bag that she came with, looked over at the new bags that has the new wears I recently bought for her.
“…Can I still take those things you bought for me along? Or you intend giving it to the next lady that will be warming your bed…”

I stare at her, her last statement deeply cut through me.
She reduced me to a garbage that sleeps with anything.
She saw my hurt through my eyes and
quickly retraced, dropped her bag and walked up to me.
“I’m sorry… I’m really sorry. I did not mean to say that please. I’m sorry for everything… for this misunderstanding and every word we have thrown at each other this evening out of anger and frustration. I apologise for everything and take the whole blame for it. But I’m still not going to sleep with you if I stay…

“Ezi, please Leave…

She looked at me wondering if I was serious.
“What? you want me to leave your house? Seriously…

“Isn’t that what you wanted to do before? Why are sounding surprised? we have had enough of this drama and I seriously need to think this whole thing through. I don’t care about your apology, when a glass is broken it can’t be gumed back no matter what. That’s how I feel right now. I just want to be left alone. Take whatever you want to take and leave me in peace. You’re not worth all this emotional headache I kept getting everytime. My peace of mind comes first for me Ezi. Please leave…

She couldn’t hide her tears again as they dropped down.
“Are you ending the relationship that just started? I truly love you… please don’t do this. For God sake… Austin… please.

She called me by my name for the very first time. .I walked away so I won’t be moved by her tears.
I sat in the living room, increased the volume of the television.
She wiped off a tear from her face as she began walking towards the door with just her bag.
She left the new wears behind and left with only her stuffs.

I locked the door after she left, turned off the television and went to bed at 8pm which was early bed for me.
I kept awake most part of the night, a text message came into My phone.
It was from Alisha.
The venue for the party address and she apologized for sending it late and asked me to make sure I come.

I was already disorganized with the whole Eziaku’s drama.
I intended going with her but not again.
I don’t even feel like going to church the following day.
I want to stay in door but since I have promised Alisha that I was going to come I will have to go.

The following day, I got ready for church and when I returned from service I got ready for Alisha’s father’s party.

I called to let her know that I was coming alone.
She said okay and sound more excited.

I left and drove to the venue, it was about one and half hours drive with no traffic.

She was standing outside the event hall that was well docorated waiting for me With her charming smile and dashing outfit.
exotic cars where lined up at the car park.
She hugged me happily when I got closer to her.
I took her hands into mine, like the queen that she was and walked inside the hall filled with different dignitaries.

 

 

Tbc

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 33
By AMAH’S HEART

 

 

Eziaku said she was coming that weekend, so I decided to go and get more grocery from my normal grocery store where I buy majority of my food items and other supplies.

It was a very big place beside an express road that is an easy connect link to my office route.
I took a cart and wheeled it around picking the needed things and throwing inside the cart.



I was just about to turn into another corner of the shop when I bumped into a lady.



She had things filled up in her hands and almost all fell to the ground.

“Oh my goodness…”
She screamed quietly while bending down to pick her groceries.

“I’m really sorry…i didn’t see you coming. I got carried away checking around for what I need…

I said as I bent to assist her gather up her things.

“No problem…”
That’s all she said without looking up at me.
She was more interested in making sure she picked everything that fell off her hand.
“You could have taken a shopping basket or a small cart. Is better than filling up your hands with things.

She straightened from the ground, looked at me and try to say something but suddenly paused.

“I have seen you before, in this place…”

‘,”really…”
I asked looking at her charming smile. I have not taken notice of her before now. Maybe because I don’t go staring at ladies.
Seeing beautiful women and go staring at them none stop feels like a disrespect to their person.

Is better you walked up to them than a continuous stare.
I admire good looking ladies when I see one but I try to avoid disrespecting any of them with my eyes.



I probably might have seen her but I did not take record of her face.



“Yes, few weeks ago you were at the beverage section, I try to pick up a tin of milk but couldn’t get to it and you helped and passed it down to me. I thanked you and left….you didn’t really looked at me maybe that could be the reason you couldn’t mark my face…”

I remembered helping a lady get a tin of milk from an upper shelf of the store, exactly the spot I was buying my beverage that day.
She was struggling to reach it but couldn’t.
She was right, I did not really see what she looks like.
Neither did I turned to look at her as she thanked me and left.
I went back checking what I needed that day, and only nooded to her thanks.

She continued

“….I was supposed to take a cart but I only came here for just two items. My hair kit and perfume. I did not need a cart or basket for just two items. But along the lines I saw things that I needed at home and decided to pick them. I saw a shop attendant and asked him to help me get a cart, he promised to do that but he told me he was attending to a customer and ones he’s out he will send it…I guess he forgot. I will just manage to the counter…

“,Oh…ok. you can share with me. I mean I have two steps cart. Put yours below while mine stay up… that’s if is okay by you.
I said as I offered her my cart to put her things

“Yes, I’m cool with that. Thank you…”

After packing in her stuffs, I wheeled it out, she was walking beside me as we went talking.
I picked the things I needed and she did also.
It felt like I was shopping with my partner or best friend.
The way we go talking and laughing while walking round, picking things and throwing into the cart.

After we were done, I wheeled the cart to the cashier.
Removed my items for scanning and total cost.
She does the same.
We paid for our items differently.
I waited for her until she was through with hers.
I Picked up the bags and packs back into the cart and wheeled to the parking lot where I parked my car.
She was holding her two bags in her hand as she followed behind.



She followed me to the parking lot and pointed at her car.
Her car was three cars before mine.
After putting in her stuffs inside her car, she came back to where I was.

I was just finishing up from putting mine in my car trunk before closing it up.
I wheeled the cart to where other carts where lined outside, close to the Park.

“By the way, thanks again for assisting me in there…”

This time I looked at her closely, she could pass for miss beauty.
Her charming beauty glitters like the sun. Her smile will penetrate into the saddest soul.
She appears humble and modest in her appearance yet she speaks of class.
Her car was one of the latest models and among the expensive car list.

Is hard to see a lady who has it all and still appears humble. well I can’t tell how much of a humble person she is until I get to know her better.

“I’m Austin, please…what’s your name?

“Alisha Dankaku…my Dad owns one of the biggest car dealership in this state and other states. You might have heard of Danka’s cars…

“Wow, yes I have. It was one the trusted recommendation I came across when I wanted to buy a car few months ago. Oh, Danka is your father…?

“Yes, I’m the last of four girls and have a younger brother. Came back to Nigeria after finishing my PhD. You can call me doctor Alisha Dankaku…

She began to laugh and I looked on her like an idol.
“…I run a company which I started last year after returning home from Portland. We deal in hospital equipment and also into consultant. Here’s my card…

She brought out a complimentary card and stretch it towards me. I took it and glare throughout it.

“, I will give you a call. I’m into real estate. I used to work with one of the famous group of companies in real estate before starting mine. The journey haven’t been easy but is been worth the try. Incase you want a property or you know someone that does… Don’t fail to holla me. I’m always available for business…



I took out my business card from the car and gave her. She took it and Promised to do so.
“,I got to go now…is a pleasure to meet you Austin.

“Same here Doctor Alisha…”

She laughed with the way I added the title.
She waved me goodbye and walked back to her car.
I entered mine, I saw her drive out of the parking lot.

I drove back home and got ready for the weekend.
Eziaku came the following weekend, I was happy to have her around.
We cooked together, sat on the dining and ate while she gist me of all that is going on around her.
She thanked me for the huge amount I sent to her for her school.
she said it was way beyond her expectations.
I asked her not to fail to let me know anytime she needs anything.

After food we sat in the living room, watched a family kind of love movie together for about two hours.

After the movie, I lowered the volume of the television and we started discussing.

“So, are you seeing anyone now…”

I asked amidst our talk.
“Yes… I’m seeing someone.
She replied back while staring at me.

“Oh, really… that was quiet fast. Last week you were very single and this week you’re already seeing someone. Hmmm!

I sounded disappointed and did not know how to react anymore with her new relationship status.
She started grinning and I was not in the mood for that.
“, I’m seeing you….
She began to laugh, I looked at her confused.

“,I don’t understand Ezi… what do you mean by your seeing me?

“, You asked me if I’m seeing someone…and the only person I can see right now, sitting next to me is you. As for relationship, I’m not into any…but for seeing, you already know that there is no other person in this house except you and I…

I smiled after I understood what she meant

I stood up and moved to the same long couch where she sat.
“Ezi…I don’t want to make a mistake twice. I just wanted to be sure you’re not into anyone and no one is into you before saying what am about to say…

She was eager to hear what I was about to say as she assured me that she was very single and wasn’t into anyone.

“What do you think of me…? I mean, I have always wanted you, I felt very hurt when you choose Uche and walked out of my life. I have ever since try to trade with caution and be certain of my next woman. But then you showed up again and rekindling back the feeling I thought was dead. Even when I try to scare you off with another woman being in my life, you did not look threatened… you kept coming. I’m not a kid anymore Ezi, I want a woman who truly loves me and ready for a ride with me. My past relationships history haven’t been nothing to write about, I want to get it right this time and don’t give a damn if the lady is from a poor or rich background, beauty or no beauty… Class or no class. Things like that does not move me into love. I just want a homely, trustworthy… loving lady. Is okay for you to say no Ezi…is better off than giving me reasons to worry or give my whole heart to you only for it to be shattered. I’m done with all of that and want to define everything before it starts. Ezi, I hope I’m making sense to you…?



She nodded and said.
“I understand you very well. When I started having feeling for you I was afraid because we’re not in the same level…am not even close to the kind of girls you will date. But I couldn’t stop the feeling no matter how I try. That was one of the reasons i ended things with Uche… though it was on a mutual ground. I couldn’t stop thinking about you…When I returned back I try to make sure I move on and keep a clean distance, I tried for some months…. I’m here with you now which means my whole trying still did not yield fruit. I’m sorry for whatever hurt I caused you in the past. I was crossed and maybe jealous seeing another lady in your house, putting on the clothes I specially bought for you. I felt disregarded and you did not value me that much or my gifts…. that was how I felt. Like you said…is all in the past now and moving on I will be at my best behavior like the good girl I have always been…

Crazy
Dancer
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 25

By: Faith Lucky.

 

 

Maxine’s Pov;
When I was done dressing up, I put on my veil and left the room, going to meet Noah.

I met him in the sitting room, seeming to be lost in thoughts. He didn’t even notice my presence, not until I’d gotten very close and the sound of my heels awoken him.

“Oh!” He mouthed on seeing me.
“You’re done”.

“Yeah…” I muttered and he stood up and started towards the door while I followed him behind.

We got to the garage and made use of the desired car and in a giffy, we were on our way.
*
*
Ruby’s Pov:
Tammy and I ate sat on the dining, facing each other as we devoured our meals.



Tammy’s own was worst as she ate so hungrily like a lion that’s been starved for years.



She munched and licked her fingers at intervals, looking like she was in heaven.

“Gosh! I’ve nearly forgotten what it felt to eat good food,Ruby” she said with her eyes closed and I smiled.

Well, all thanks to Oscar.

He’d brought us here to this big mansion filled with so many rough – looking boys .

Although, we’re yet to talk and know what happened to him, but he’s assured us everything would be fine.

After a while, he walked in and Tammy stood up and embraced him.

Gosh!

“You’re the best, big brother” she squealed in his arms and he smiled and stroke her hair.

“Come on; hurry up and eat” he cooed and she returned to her seat and continued eating.

“Wat’s up, Ruby?” He asked, holding my chair.

“Yeah…I’m fine. Thanks a lot for coming for us” I replied.

“Yeah…it’s nothing. You’re my blood and responsibilities”.



“But where have you been all these while, brother? We thought somebody had happened to you” Tammy asked.



“Yeah…I’m sorry. I…just had to fix myself and other things”.

“Have you been able to visit mom and dad at the station?” I asked.

“No, I can’t. Because the police are on the lookout for me. But you don’t have to worry about a thing, okay? I’ll be getting them out of there soon enough” he replied with a reassuring smile.
*
*
Maxine’s Pov:
I walked sullenly to the stage, having a muzzy sight.
The crowd were cheering at me, but unlike before, I couldn’t even smile – not to mention wave at them.

I just stood like a statue and awaited the song to come up – the calm one I’d chosen.

The crowd kept cheering, but as soon as the bright lights went off, leaving a soft glow on me, they became calm and awaited the show.

*I actually want you to meet Ella – my daughter. Our daughter* her voice resounded in my head.

They have a child together – a bond. And here I am – thinking he’d get married to me.

I sniffed and the music came up – a slow calm song – one by Enya.

The damn tear came rolling down my cheek as I tried all I could to dance perfectly.

Gosh! I couldn’t believe I’d hoped on Noah this much

Well, you wouldn’t blame me.

The day he’d proposed to me, I felt so happy – so much happiness like I’d never felt in years.

I started imagining a future with him – with the World Best dancer.

Everything was seeming so perfect. Not until his girlfriend showed up, claiming to have a child for him.

She’s more beautiful than me, right? More classy.

Why would Noah leave her for someone like me?

Thankfully, the lights were low
The crowd were cheering at me, but unlike before, I couldn’t even smile – not to mention wave at them.

I just stood like a statue and awaited the song to come up – the calm one I’d chosen.



The crowd kept cheering, but as soon as the bright lights went off, leaving a soft glow on me, they became calm and awaited the show.



*I actually want you to meet Ella – my daughter. Our daughter* her voice resounded in my head.

They have a child together – a bond. And here I am – thinking he’d get married to me.

I sniffed and the music came up – a slow calm song – one by Enya.

The damn tear came rolling down my cheek as I tried all I could to dance perfectly.

Gosh! I couldn’t believe I’d hoped on Noah this much

Well, you wouldn’t blame me.

The day he’d proposed to me, I felt so happy – so much happiness like I’d never felt in years.

I started imagining a future with him – with the World Best dancer.

Everything was seeming so perfect. Not until his girlfriend showed up, claiming to have a child for him.

She’s more beautiful than me, right? More classy.

Why would Noah leave her for someone like me?

Thankfully, the lights were low and the people would probably not notice the tears.

I danced for a long time and wished the song would come to an end soon.
*
*
Noah’s Pov:
I watched her performance from my laptop while I sat in the car – quietly.

It was obvious, wasn’t it? There was something about her mood tonight. Yes, I could clearly read it from her expression – even from her dancing steps

I’d noticed it right from the house – before we left for the contest.

She’d been acting cold and quiet and something was definitely wrong.

Yes – it was.

But she’d been okay a while ago – when we returned from Pablo’s bar. She’d been dancing and laughing all around. So, what could possibly be wrong now?

What?

I suddenly felt scared for her, having a crazy feeling she might mess up on the stage or something.

But she seemed to blend her dancing steps with her mood.

Indeed, she was perfect.
*
*
Rex’s Pov:
I waited in the car for her to come out – the Crazy dancer.

Today, nothing will stop me from knowing who she is.

After a long while, I saw her car driving out.

I smiled and ignited my engines, going after her.

I really wanted to know the mystery behind the amazing crazy dancer.

I trailed behind her car, making sure she I was far off enough to avoid suspicions.

Finally, the car stopped moving and I did same.

I watched keenly, wondering why she’d stopped in such a deserted area.

The door opened and the lady stepped out, holding her veil in her hand.



I looked at her face properly as that familiar look hit at me.

Maxine

Crazy
Dancer
(Her Revenge)

#Grand_finale_Season_2

Episode 26

By: Faith Lucky.

Rex’s Pov:
“Maxine??” I called in shock.

What the….

I scoffed and itched my eyes to be sure I wasn’t dreaming or imagining things.

Why the hell is Maxine coming out of the car

I don’t seem to understand.

Could she….

Could she be the veiled dancer?

No; no; this is not possible.

I watched in confusion as she walked into the second car and the driver took off afterwards.

Definitely, I’m gonna see the end of this.

I started my own car and started trailing after them, still trying as much as possible to maintain the distance.

I followed them for a long time and the car arrived at Noah’s mansion.

What the…..

Holy Christ!!!

It was Noah’s house?!

Then, that only means it is indeed Maxine!!

Maxine is staying with Noah! She’s the veiled dancer.

I sent my fingers into my hair and ruffled it.

Now, I understand. Now, everything has become clear to me.

She’s the veiled dancer.
And that’s her connection with Noah.

No wonder Noah had suddenly picked interest and taken her away from her family
No wonder he stood up for her when actually, she shouldn’t mean a thing to him.

No wonder he’s getting married to her!!

He isn’t just getting married to Maxine, but the crazy Dancer!!

The popular Crazy dancer!
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*
Maxine’s Pov:
I returned home with Noah after the long ride and all I could think about was taking a shower and going to bed.

“Would you like something to eat?” He asked as we walked into the sitting room and I simply shook my head.

I was about walking away when he suddenly pulled me back by the arm.

“Maxine…what’s wrong?” He asked calmly, giving me a cold stare.

For a moment, I was speechless.

“I’m…I’m fine. Its nothing” I replied with a hard gulp, but he didn’t let me go.

“No, you’re not. Is something bothering you? Please, feel free to tell me about it”.

I lowered my gaze and gulped down my sniffles.

“Your…” I paused and sniffed again.
“Your ex was here this evening, right?

“I…I heard everything. She has a child for you”.

His eyes deemed immediately and I smiled ruefully.

“It’s just that….I’m happy for you two” I added and finally walked away,going into my room.

I whacked the door close as soon as I got in and went to sit on the bed.

I buried my face in my palms and wept.

Oh! Maxine, I shouldn’t have spilled it out.

I shouldn’t had told him about it. Why did I have to do such, huh?

Why??

I wept into my palms but lifted my face when I heard the door opening. Please, don’t tell me he’s the one.

I looked and discovered he was the one and I sprang on my feet.



“Maxine” he called and came closer but I moved back.

“Please, we need to….”

“No, no, its fine. I…I perfectly understand. I understand if you prefer her. I mean…she’s your…”

“What’re you talking about?” He cut me off with a smirk and that was when I realized i was actually gibbering.

Oh! God, I wasn’t thinking straight. But its the truth.

“Maxine” he called warmly and held my hand.
“I’m sorry, okay? I…I didn’t mean to hurt you. I mean, I had no idea you had eaves dropped on our conversation.

“Audrey’s my ex and no matter what, she’s just my past. It doesn’t mean anything’s gonna change between us.

“Yes – she might be having a child for me, but it doesn’t mean I’ll be going back to her because of it. There are other ways I can handle it, okay? So, don’t get it twisted” he enthused, making me dumbstruck. .

Is he serious?

I stared into his eyes, surprised and he lifted his hand to my face and wiped off my tears.

“I’m sorry” he cooed and I whimpered and hugged him.
He held me close in the hug and after a while, we unlocked.

Should I be convinced?

“I’m…I’m sorry for overreacting. Its just that…”

Before I could finish up my statement, he locked his lips on mine, making my eyes dilate in shock.

Whaaaat

I gasped and pushed him away, unable to contend the shock.

I know that wasn’t the first time but, I just didn’t expect it.

“I’m…I’m sorry” I mumbled, apologizing for pushing him away in that manner.

He didn’t say a word but just smiled and reached for my lips again.

He kissed me so roughly and tempestuously that I found it difficult getting a grip of my breath.

I felt like I was drowning.

Drowning in the kiss.

“Noah” I said in a muffled breath when he finally gave me a little break.

I panted heavily as he leaned his head on my shoulder, his hand on my waist.

“Maxine” he called in a whisper, but I was still speechless.

He pierced his fingers a little deeper into my waist and next, I found him taking me to the bed.

 

TBC.

WHAT LIES BENEATH
Episode 32
By AMAH’S HEART.

 

 

We talked about several things but she still did not mention anything about her relationship which was the big question on my mind.

Since she did not want to talk about the main thing neither am I going to ask.
And if I will ever ask is definitely not now.



I listened with a smile as she continued speaking freely



“… this is my third time here and I haven’t still met your woman… she must be very scarce and does not come around often…

“Yeah..”

That’s the only answer I could give her.

“You don’t look so lively today… hope there’s no problem? Last week plate of plantain and fish you liked it right?…I brought another one for you is on the dining table…

“Thanks Ezi..but you could have asked me first before buying it.

“I know, sorry sir but if you’re not interested I will take it home and eat. Nothin to waste.

I looked at her and she started grinning.
I wonder what was funny

“I will have to suspend what I planned to eat today and have the plantain later. But if you desperately want it then you can go ahead and have it. No hard feeling…is fine.

“No sir… is yours. I was only pulling your legs.

I nodded quietly and return my look to the television.

I noticed she was looking at me and when I turned to check she looked away.



“Maybe I should be on my way now…”
She said but she was not making any attempt to grab her handbag or get up from where she sat.

“Eehmm… okay…”

I replied back and watched her as she slowly took her bag.
As she was about to stand I said.

“…or do you mind we…w…

I paused to watch her reaction.
She was too eager to hear the rest of the things I was about to say.
“We do what…?
She said as she couldn’t wait for me to complete the sentence.

“We eat the plantain you bought together…I may not be able to enjoy it like the last time but if we eat together it will be more fun…

“If that’s ok with you then am in sir.

I gasped out then smile as I started moving towards the dining, she followed.

I set up the table and she waited until I was done.
We sat beside each other as I opened the food, said short prayer and began to eat.
She didn’t join me.



“What’s wrong… you are not eating.
I asked and she moved uneasy in her sit.

“Sir,Do you mean we should eat together right from the same plate? Hope you won’t feel disrespected…I mean, you can dish out mine in a different plate. It looks somehow eating with you sir…

I straightened from the plate and looked at her.

“, What’s wrong with us eating together, we have done it in the past. Like the days we ate suya and barbecue together…do you remember?

“, yes sir, that one was suya. This is food and…

I quickly interrupted.
“You know what Ezi, if you’re not comfortable then is fine. Take out a disposable plate over there and dish out for yourself. Do whatever you want… alright. Is okay by me…

She remained seated, after sometime she picked up a fork and glare at me.

“Hope you don’t mind sir… I may also end up eating more than you. Ones you notice that I’m rushing the food please tap me because I may get carried away with this plantain…

I nodded jokingly.
She began to eat and she didn’t say anything again neither did I.

Alot must be going through her mind.

She took out pieces of the grilled fish and stare at it as if she was checking for bone.

Then point it towards me. I raised an eyebrow with a question of “what is it?
Hope she was not trying to feed me. No, Ezi wouldn’t do that.

“I wanted to eat the fish, I noticed you haven’t eaten fish yet, you have been eating plantain only and you should be the first tasting the fish because is your food. So you deserve the first bite… please take it. Or you can take yours while I wait for you before going ahead to eat it…

She wanted me to eat the one in her fork, or take the first bite before she it.
Eziaku literally wanted to feed me, that is funny yet serious.

I took a cup of water, drank then set it down. I stare at her while she stare back for sometime before looking away.



“You can have yours, I will take the fish whenever I feel like. I’m more interested in the plantain…



She nodded silently and withdraw back her fork straight into her mouth.
She took two more spoon before dropping it.
Drank a glass of juice and stood up.

“You haven’t really eaten much Ezi…

I said reminding her that there were still alot of food left in the plate.

“I’m not comfortable sir, that’s the truth. I’m not satisfied…I still want to eat more but I will rather not. You’re making me uncomfortable with your closeness and even to chew feels somehow for me. I don’t want to chew loudly because you dislike it and I can’t chew too quietly because that will be unlike me. I will eat when I get home where i can be myself and eat any quantity I pleases…

I scoffed loudly as I went back eating. I was beginning to enjoy the whole meal.

“When does my closeness becomes an issue? I mean when do sitting next to you starts bothering you so much? It never bothers you before so why now… what is going on with you… because I don’t have issue with you..

I took a serviette and wipe my oily mouth before I continued with the food.

“Well, it does not bother me it only put thoughts in my head. Please do not ask me what thought… I will sit in the parlour and wait for you to finish.

She moved to the sitting room and sat down.
I couldn’t finish the food at ones, I put back the remaining in the fridge for later.

I finished one small bottle water before going to Join her.

I walked to the room, took my wallet, counted money and brought to her but she refused to collect

“What for? What’s the money meant for?
She said without collecting it.

“For the food, you bought a plate last week without collecting money and today again. You can’t be spending the little you have for me when i can aswell pay for the food.

She stood and stare at me with a funny look

“I will be rich someday too… you know. You freely buy things for others but when they try to reciprocate the same kindness you want to show off that you are capable of affording anything you want. If I wanted money, trust me I will ask you to pay me for the food. Even in my little I feel like a big woman… don’t belittle me please because yours is in millions and mine is in thousands…

I looked around to be sure she was actually talking to me

“Wait a second…all this long talk for me because I offered you money which you could have simply said no to and I will return the money back with a thank you smile…

She picked up her bag from the chair and said.
“I’m sorry for my use of words Sir. I didn’t mean it to sound like an insult and wasn’t expecting you to pay me for buying something this little for you. You took me in, accommodated me for a long period, feed and even cloth me. You never asked for any payback, the food is nothing Sir compared to many of your uncountable kindness.

She paused, bent her head and continued.
“…. I pray to be very good at what I do and make big living out of it. Meet a good man, get married and have a family someday…but until then, I will continue chasing the stars for brighter tomorrow…



She sat back, looked at me and try to smile but I can see her struggle.
I was pushed to ask her



“What happened to the man you wanted to marry. Your Uche…I can still remember his name. The man who will make a better husband and father to your kids than I will ever be…”

I paused and sat on the arm of a chair while glaring at her.
She started grinning and I kept wondering what exactly was making her laugh at this point

“I thought you will never ask. I have been waiting patiently for you to ask me since. I said I wasn’t going to tell you until you ask and you finally did. Well, I was going to say it someday anyway but I was wishing that you will care to know and I’m happy you finally did… but I never said Uche was better than you, I said things out of anger doesn’t mean I meant them all.

I nodded with a twist in my mouth.
I wish I never asked and wait until she is ready to spill.

“Okay… I finally asked as you wished. Tell me what happened. I care to know…

She breathed uneasy and began to speak.

” Well… nothing serious happened. I did not travel for my introduction as I told you or my colleagues. I only traveled home to see Uche. Maybe seeing him will rekindle our love for each other which seems cold as of then. Maybe we could even take our relationship to another level…all this was my thought.
I traveled and nothin really changed. I couldn’t still love him like i used to seriously do, him on the other side had one or two issue bothering him. He was not also concentrating in the relationship. His uncle was about to sell his late father’s land and Uche was fighting all he can to stop the man. The case was at the village head court which they go almost everyday to settle their land dispute issues. I know I can’t keep forcing myself to remain in the relationship and he had no time for me really. I even had there was a girl from another village he was secretly seeing while I was away. I met the girl ones and he introduced her as just a friend. I spent a week trying to work out things but my mind was not with him anymore. I was the first to approach him and told him that I can’t continue with the whole thing. He felt relieved from his appearance. I guess he has been finding means to say the same thing too. He nodded and began to confess about this other girl and why how the lady has been there for him physically, emotionally and when he desperately needed warmth and a somebody to share things with. I told him I totally understand. I was able to even give him 10k as support to make sure he win his uncle and collect his father’s land. He was dumbfounded…he couldn’t believe that I could afford to give out such a very huge amount…

I raised one brow and looked at her in a funny way.
She began to laugh.
“… see, I understand that 10k isn’t huge to you but for someone like Uche it was like ten million and the good thing is that he won the case and claim back his father’s land. When he called me few weeks ago to let me know I was very happy for him. He asked if I was dating I said no, I was more busy making money and trying to better my life. He wished me the best and said that I had a clean spirit and a pure heart…a man well deserving of me will find me someday because he does not deserve my kind of person. He said I’m too good for him… and…

I waved her to stop talking and she did.

“And you bought his lies…I mean I’m not disputing the fact that you’re nice Ezi but Uche was only saying all of that so you won’t feel bad about the whole break up thing. A smart person won’t fall for that…

“Listen sir, I was the one that approached Uche for a break up not him. If anyone has to feel bad is him not me. I wasn’t interested in the relationship anymore…I know we have come a long way but there was nothing holding us again, not love or physical intimacy. We were world apart after two years, spent more than half a year without really communicating and when I finally got a phone our relationship wasn’t strong as it used to be yet I try to see if it will return back to life. I wanted it to…I remained faithful and kept hoping Uche is the man for me but at the end my heart was saying different thing while my mouth was saying another. We ended things amicably and wished each other well. There was nothing to be smart about there because we’re still friends. The only difference is he had this other girl and I had my God and my self. We’re both happy like that…I spent just two weeks before coming back to Abuja. My grandma did not want me to return back to Abuja again, but I promise her that I will be back by this December to see her…

“Your grandma… what of your parents and siblings…

I asked calmly, she frowned at the question. I watched her facial expression changed. But I still wanted to know more about her so I remained quiet.

“I grew up with my grandma. My mother had me at home before getting married to a man from another village and abandoned me with my grandmother. She had a family and they don’t really fancy me. Nne, like I used to call my grandma raised me. She was a very difficult, tough woman and I learnt to adapt and learn a great deal from her. That’s the end of my story sir, hope you enjoyed it.

I smiled, nodded quietly before looking away from her.

“I will be leaving now… this time around, I’m really leaving…no more sitting down and talking…

She stood with her bag again and began walking towards the door.
I followed her behind.

“Will you like to come around next weekend? We can cook together or you buy what to cook while coming…

I asked, hoping she will be around more often.
“I’m not sure sir, I will be starting a weekend class next weekend. Is a part time study in one college of education. I have been running around to get them to accept me, sitting for different exams and they finally did and my class starts next Saturday. Atleast I will also get a small degree too… not just a skill. I’m putting my time and my little money to a good use. I haven’t paid all the acceptance fee but I promised to do so before exam starts.

“Wow.. that’s nice. I’m happy for you Ezi… really proud of you. Can I assist no matter how little… please?

“Thank you sir, I wouldn’t mind but I can handle my own financial problems. Before starting school, I know what was required and I’m ready to juggle through it.

I try to touch her but suddenly withdraw back my hand.

“I insist Ezi. I know you’re the boss lady and you got it all covered. Allow this little boy to assist you small ma.

She slapped my arm playfully while laughing at my joke and I pretend to be in pain.
She immediately apologize, robbed a hand at the spot she slapped.

We stood close to each other, she held her two hands together like she was cold

“, You don’t really have a woman… you only wanted to scare me away…or do you?
She asked me out of the blues.

“No, I don’t. I’m as single as you’re right now. Haven’t been able to love again ever since you walked away from my life. But is ok…I actually moved passed those days…”

She looked up, straight into my eyes and said.

“, I’m really sorry sir. I did not meant to do that…I was actually hurt too…That I felt being with you will hurt me even more…

Her words were sincere and I believed her

“Is alright, is all in the past now. We have all moved on.
I replied back.

“After class next week, I will probably stop by if that’s okay with you.

I told her it was fine by me.

My emotions began to wage war within me as we stood close to the door together.
I looked from her eyes down to her lips and back to her eyes again.

I took few feet away from her and held the door knob.

“I will see you next week Ezi. Take good care of yourself. I will also transfer a token to your account. Please, don’t forget to send the account details to me today… thanks for the plantain. Don’t buy another next week, we will cook ours…

“That sound great Sir. Thank you…byee.

I opened the door and she walked out.
I stood at the window watching her leave and wishing I could call her back.

I got hold of myself and went back to the living room.

the following weekend, Eziaku told me she couldn’t make it down because she closed late and had to rush to make hair for one of her customers who have been calling her.
She promised to come the following week.

I really miss her and looked forward to having her around again.

When I resumed work that Monday, Angela was not on seat.
After some hours she came and walk straight to my office crying.

“What happened to you?

I asked concerned.

She was crying heavily and tears kept running down her face.

“Is…is Peter. He dumped me…he broke my heart. I caught him with another babe yesterday as I went to pay him a surprise weekend visit like I normally do. There was another chick in his apartment, I was very angry that I began shouting at him and he didn’t make attempt to come after me and apologies, instead he said if I was going to create a scene in his house I should quietly leave. He never called since then and when I try calling he did not pick up. I fell for him and he hurt me…he broke my heart….oh Peter. It hurt so much…I can’t bear the pain…

She kept crying uncontrollably.
I felt so bad for her but I was not really into her again
she no longer interest me like initially when I try to see if things will work out between us.

All I did was to try and console her before she cried to her own office in peace.
I know she will be alright because I have been there, I know how it feels to be heart broken.

I only wish I can help her beyond just spoken words because she was seriously hurting and wouldn’t go home.

 

Tbc