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CONTINUATION




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Sam woke up in a dark room, the walls were still wet, evident of a leaky roof. There were no windows and he stood and tried to ascertain time from a little crack in the roof. The door jolted open and Gozie dropped a plate of fried eggs and a whole loaf of Butterfield bread.

"Eat this." then he dropped a bottle of tea besides and locked the door behind him.

Sam stared at the food. This in itself sent a signal to his mind. Why would he be treated so well? He expected to be beaten and maltreated, but it seems his captors werent ready to take such actions.


He heard the crickets and concluded night had fallen. So this was his dinner. He felt reluctant to eat it. It could be poisoned- he thought. He brushed aside the thought and tore the loaf and ate a few slices, totally ignoring the plate of fried eggs. He could'nt sell himself away so easily. On the contrary rather, because the plate was empty in fifteen minutes. He was really starved.



He recalled the event of the day, and how Louis tried pacing up with him. His steps saved his best friend. Else, they would have been two. These men didnt look as though they could hurt, even as they looked and acted tough. He got angry at the fact that he would'nt kick a ball come Monday. Then he thought of home..... His mum.... He fell asleep across the wall.




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"Gozie, you never find out why we dey this deal?" Dele queried. He saw no need for such an army of three when all they were after was a young boy.


"Mr Hai go pay sweet cash, no worry Dele. 50 for me, 50 for you, and 50 for for....wetin be una name again?..... Gozie pointed at the third fellow, who sat silently. He was Dele's friend.

"Fredo." he puffed at his cigarette. He wasnt all together perturbed about who directed orders, etc. He was simply after the cash. And he hoped Dele had landed the right deal.


"Let this man call us now." Dele was getting impatient.

"Guy, chill mon......" The call came in a few minutes afterwards.



"Hello boss." Gozie beckoned at the two to keep silent, as they both rounded the table. "We've done all you asked for. And we'l be expecting from you by morning."


"Its alright, and remember to keep him comfortable, unless i order otherwise. His father will wise up in a few days, perhaps hours. And you'l get your desired share. Do not arouse suspicious Gozie. I repeat do not arouse...."


"Boss we've heard. No underrate dem guy now Just leave that aspect for us to handle." Gozie interrupted 'Oga Hai' calmly.

"This will all be over before Tuesday afternoon, i have all things in my favor. So relax boys...." The call ended.


Gozie hissed as he dropped the mobile set. The leaned backward and whistled. This deal was about taking off.


"Check on that boy Dele."


Dele rushed to check on Sam, he met him breathing as he slept across the wall. The floor was cold. Temperature was dropping already. He rushed to get a mat and laid the young boy on it. Then he left Fredo to sit and watch. The time was 9:12pm They would rotate till dawn.



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Sunday morning came faster than expected. It caught the entire family unawares, but Dupe was up early and soon the house was bustling with activities prior to their departure for Church. Aunty Bose prepared a light meal and soon they left in two batches to the church. Mr Ezey felt his sore eyes and remembered the previous day's mishap. It almost ruined his day. But he felt helping and prompt action in such cases needed no second thought. He glanced at Dupe and she smiled as he touched her arm while driving.


"I feel like you're just brand new, from the market...." Mr Ezey teased.


"hmm, thank you! I'l investigate your claims when we are back from Church, besides are ..."


"Its a new church actually. Fiery Preacher- Pastor Zaccheus. Wonderful miracles, testimonies.... We've felt at home since we came across him. Just that...." He heaved and continued driving without completing his statement.


"Just that i wasnt around i guess thats what you meant to say?" Dupe looked at him for an answer. She smiled when he beamed in response. She still understood him like as though she wasnt absent from his life. Perhaps he was still predictable, but he's changed with age.



"We'll pray for Sam..." Louis reminded them ask they dropped at the Church.



" How long have you been attending Ola?" Dupe asked.


"Half a decade now. We're almost late." He replied and walked towards the edifice, greeting some members as he approached. Melodious tunes filled the air- the spirit of worship.



Song: Envy- I'm I wrong

JigsawKillah: ur boy is emulating you!

oga sammyhoe no wan con view him boy story! OK
there's God oooo

lol. We dey behind you. No worry.

JigsawKillah: yes boss
editing it right away!


morning sir DaveP

Jig how far now. Keep it moofin .

JigsawKillah: SammyHoe, missyhorlah xtarxhyne laurinadavid mzmariah daveP abumikey mynd44 foxyflow lanicky cheriepet charijee logodwhiz 3dimension
anybody wey I no mention is also welcome o
na hurryness cause am

okay. Lets get started (rolls in a train of icecream for vips only)

Hmm.




Youre taking it this time.

Prettyspicey..
Your ink bottle plenty ooo