Pearl05:
Going to see her grandmom should happen already. What if she didn't have the chance to see her upon her return.she should visit her with segun and disclose their intentionabt going for the father.


Pls don't abandon us like that again.

Have a great holiday. #Kisses

I won't ma'am

Toyin223:
Let Her See Her Before Going,Tank U

OK sis, thanks for your opinion

I want to apologize to you all for the delayed updates. Aside from my quite busy schedule I had a writers block. But thanks for your kind comments, they encourage me to write. Now we have just about five chapters to go, so stick around as you can't afford to leave now.

One question though, do you think Rain should go see her grandmom before or after the journey?

Chapter 16


"Hi Segun" Meggy said extending an arm for a handshake
"You must be Meggy" he said taking her hands
"Yes and all the mean things she's told you about me are all true"
"That's funny cos she has'nt said any mean thing, yet"
"Please remind me to do just that Rain added earning her a glare from Meggy which caused her to scowl with laughter
" You're welcome please make yourself comfortable" he said referring to Meggy "so here's the plan i drafted, it's what we'll be working with" he said as he motioned her to the sketchpad on his table
Rain lifted one arm to adjust her spectacles before returning them to her jackets pocket
"Oh well you've done a nice job here but from what i gather it seems we're going by land"
her eyes remained unmoving as she studied the map before her
"What land? What happened to a plane for Chrissake? Rain you know i'm asthmatic she nagged and continued to file her nails
Segun sho Rain the i-don't-believe-it-can-you-explain look, she only opened her arms towards him and shrugged
" You never mentioned she was coming he said after drawing her aside
"I didnt take her seriously, what do we do now?"
"She can't come with us" he stated matter of factly
"But why?" She questioned further
"Because its best that way"
"If it's about the fare she can....
"No, its not about fare and he paused as if holding back something
" Okay I'll go talk to her"

"Meggy, I'm sorry but Segun thinks its better if you dont come with us
" That's unfortunate, I'd have made a fun companion"
"I know, I too dont understand why he'll pass for such a once in a lifetime opportunity of travelling with someone like you"
"No problem"
"Are you okay?"
"Yea sure, i just thought i could escape spending this Christmas holiday at home, you know my dad will be around so i wanted any means just to avoid him . but i guess i have no choice and maybe i should just face him, afterall ill still have to face him someday.
Rain squeezed her hand "- you can do it dear, i believe you can" and Meggy nodded


"So how many days is it going to take us to get to kampla by road?"
Rain asked still scrutinizing the map and sketches, her excitement was visible.
"Three days tops" he said tapping away on his laptop
"I still don't understand why you chose the road transport over air?"
" I have my reasons trust me".
"She gave up and went over to join Meggy who was seating on the sofa as they watched tv
" We're leaving on the third week of december, that's six weeks from now
he said from across his table before" coming to join them after a while
"So have you guys had dinner?"
"I'm famished" Meggy drawled
"Rain, Rain...
"Hmm" she said, quickly tearing her gaze away from the floor her eyes were transfixed upon
"What's the matter? you seem off". Segun inquired genially
"It's nothing, I.. was just thinking of my grandmom
"You should go see her" they chorused simultaneously
"I know, I plan to, I actually miss her it's just that i want to get this sorted out first" she bit on her last finger," I have a bad feeling about going to see her now"
"Sweetie, are you sure about that?" it was Meggys turn to squeze her hands
"Yes" she answered firmly
"Alright, so shall we? Segun declared breaking the awkward silence
" Yea".

Pearl05:
That's nice . Let next update be quick please.

Cbella, this might interest you dear.

Thanks sis, update loading, happy new month in advance

cyber5:
More updates ma

I'd like to point out something, i'm not a writer oo but its my kind of thing


"All thanks to your last school, [s]they
had all your databases on their
website"[/s]


It should be
"they had all your data on their website database"


A database is an organized
collection of data. It is a
collection of schemas, tables,
queries, reports, views, and other
objects.



Hope i helped
More updates ma

Oh wow thank you so much I'm making the correction right away

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Segun had just returned from another of his evening run, he had called Rain earlier and asked her to meet at his place by evening. In truth, he went to meet her at the front of his house waiting for him
He was putting on a body fitted T-shirt and blue slacks, while, she was dressed on a carton brown fitted trouser and black buttoned blouse, she had her signature glasses on and was looking quite cute on her bun hairstyle.

"So what do you think about Christmas in Uganda?" He asked her when they got it to the kitchen

"Uh well, that's a new one for me, you know I haven't really been to lots of places, aside from my state, Lagos and Ibadan where I did my internship, going outside the shores, it's like a big leap, I don't know how I'm supposed to feel, I guess it's high time I did something new".

" Look, I know all of these hasn't been easy for you, and to be honest, I admire your courage focus despite all the challenge, trust me when we've passed this, confronted our fears and are able to solve the missing puzzle, I know it'll be worth it"

"How do you know that? And what makes you so sure he'll be the answer, fill this void and not be a total stranger? Rain whined scrunching up her face.
" Because I feel it too, the hurt, the betrayal,it still stings and I understand that's what we have in common the most. You have no idea what I've gone through all because of this man called my father! " he clenched his teeth and tightened his fists in reflex.

"What did he do to you?" She asked with genuine concern in her eyes, she was sure she saw the intense anger burning in his eyes and how his chest rose and fell faster.

"Its nothing, don't worry about it. Ignoring her quizzical look, he went on " look, let's eat first then I'll show you the drawn out plan and we'll go through it together "
She agreed and in less than 10 minutes, they devoured the meal of noodles, eggs, fried fish and hot beverage, everything.

"You know you cook really good right?"
She said as she helped rinse the dishes.
"Of course I know, don't you wonder why the girls love me so much?" He boasted

"Oh please, I knew I'd regret saying that, just thank God for your Mom, who saved your ass".

" I'm her only child, what did you expect".

"Pfft get over yourself, talk about spoiled rotten" Then she added after a brief pause "what actually killed your Mom?" A wry smile crept up her face.

"I can't... Not today, not now. Please.." His expression dulled instantly.

"I'm sorry, really sorry I shouldn't have said that" Rain thought of her own and how she's missed her and immediately regretted asking Segun such a question.

"It's fine, sorry too, it's just... Can we just get straight to business already?"

"Okay, fine" she wiped her hands on the napkin

Pearl05:


Madam this was posted yesterday yet we never see anything. Abeg no let us change am for you oooo .

Ewo, I don't know what happened o since yesterday my nairaland refused to open both on my chrome and browser it will show one yeye advert like that even when I refresh and refresh it doesn't open. It's a miracle it finally opened today
Sorry abeg no change am for me

arthur16:
Nne my blood de hot.. .i de ya back.. .nice work baby girl

Thank you Arthur

DiegoNakel:
seguir adelante Gracile

Teach me this please

Akazeta:
Gracile dorling,your girl is waiting o

Sorry to keep you waiting biko, I know it's short I'll upload the remaining of the chapter tomorrow by God's grace, if possible later today sef

Chapter 15


Gring gring, Rain's phone rang as she reached for it.

"Hi Segun. Good morning. Yea, I slept well and you?"

"Yes, I was hoping you'd call, sorry I've been quite busy" she murmured

"Today?" her face split into a concerned frown.

"No, yes of course it's important to me and you're not disturbing, it's just.. I've been very occupied lately, especially today". She continued gently but firmly

" Yea, weekend is perfect". She nodded. "Oh that's not a bad idea too. Alright thanks" she said bye and hung up.

"What are you seriously looking for like this?" She asked Meggy who was turning the room upside down in a frantic search for something.

"My book, my Kama Sutra. Did you help me see it?" She inquired while emptying the contents of another handbag.

"Is it one Kama Sutra by Vatsya...

" Yes, yes please where is it?" She implored impatiently.

"What's even so special about that book?"

"Are you kidding me? Did you try going through it."

"I tried to but what I saw in the pages turned me off".

Meggy laughed " so you saw it and you're still asking me what's special about the book, like you don't think it'll be useful especially now that you have a boyfriend". She winked.

"What boyfriend? What are you talking about?"

"Oh please stop feigning ignorance, you think I don't know eh. He was the one on the phone just now, right?" A mischievous grin spread atop her face.

"Seriously? Okay that's just Segun and he's not my boyfriend. So quit the excitement already" she eyed her

"Why is he not your boyfriend? In fact, why have you refused to have a boyfriend?"

"First of all, it's not your business. And secondly, I'm very happy been single, I'm free as a bird and don't have any need to impress anyone".

" meh meh meh meh" she blabbed mimicking Rain's tiny voice. "All of that will change very soon, you wanna bet with me?" She inched closer to Rain

"You and who, abeg free me"

Meggy started to tickle her while she laughed uncontrollably "stop stop stop, please! I won't give you your book o" she threatened for she knew Meggy wouldn't listen.

"Okay okay" and she stopped immediately.

"Jeez, you're weird".

Pearl05:
Thanks for the update ma, please update more already. Don't leave us thirsty for long.

Alright pearl, I'll drop an update latest tomorrow. Thank you

dupsai:
Thanks for the update, more blessings.

Thank you too dear

Nickibeauty:
thanks for the update

Thank you for reading

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cyber5:
warris happening

Ema binu this one like okuta(stone) e no gree to donning, but nau is done

[quote author=emeraldgold1 post=59753742]Abeg kwatinue d story na[/quote
Ah no vex ma, the tory yaff kwantinu and where you is de

Chapter 14

Rain followed Segun closely behind, her thoughts swaying like the flay black skirt she was wearing. She kept wondering what other revelations about her dad she was about to find out, a part of her was scared and confused, the other curious. She was stopped in the middle of her wandering thoughts when a cat meowed from behind. She turned, stooped and rubbed its head, smiling a little.
"He's so cute" she said smiling
"thats Mercy" he replied watching her "she was my moms"
"did she travel? your mom" she inquired, rising up and smoothening her skirt.
"She's dead" anger flashed a little in his eyes
Her shock was open "what happened? I'm so sorry..I..I ne..ver knew" her lips trembled.
"Its okay" he said, back in his usual gallant tone as he led her into another room.
" And here is my office" he said walked to the desk and began shoving some papers aside in an attempt to clear the table "sorry about the mess, i do alot of work in here"
"Its beautiful, nice, i like your office" Rain said, impressed. Typically a mans domain, he obviously wen the extra miles to make it look this classy. her eyes scanned every detail briefly, too in a hurry to see the next item. A big painting of a picturesque landscape hung on the plain white walls, it seemed he loved painting and space. Adjacent it was an extension made of glass overlooking a lush garden behind, it was a beautiful view.
"Boy, you do have taste!"
"I'm glad you think so" he said with a smile, satisfied by her amusement "It's my favorite part of the ouse so i thought it should at least be comfortable.
"Comfortable? thats an understatement, this is luxury" she said as she sauntered towards the book shelf
"hmm, I see you love motivational books"
"Yea, they come in handy at times"
"Mm hmm thats cool"
"What about you? okay no let me guess, you prefer sci-fi?(she shook her head) medical? (she continued to shake her head) okay history?"
"You're so funny" she laughed
"Lets just say I'm a compulsive reader, I read all of the above"
"You sure, okay thats possible but you must have a favourite genre" he said tapping away into his laptop
"Crime and thriller"
"Youre kidding" he exclaimed
"Yea my grandma introduced me to such books at a very early age, they were from her master, he kept a huge collection of books; Hadley Chases', Shakespeares, Saul Bellows, James Patterson, name them, nothing like I've seen since"
"Wow, that explains it, you don't sound like where youre from" he said admiringly "people from that part of the world are not as keen towards books"
"you cant be so sure" she sat herself down on one of the seats across, facing him. "I had this friend, Michael, Michael and I would go into the woods, climb to the top of trees and read every day, i remember we'd discuss what we read and our childish fantasies to each other while eating mangoes or guavas" she smiled longingly
"Okay, I think we should get down to business already. Take a look" he turned the laptop to face her.
The light disappeared from her eyes, with a grave look replacing it.
It was him, her Dad.
Name: Ramachandran Kumar
Occupation: Senior consultant and physician at Renaissance Hospitals Rwanda
Date of Birth: 17/12/1974
Address: 12 New Creek drive, Renaissance quarters, Kampala, Uganda.
Family: Rahab Kumar(wife), Peninah(daughter) and John (son)
Hobbies: Hiking

"How were you able to access all these information?" She finally said after staring at the screen for almost 10minutes
"Same way I found you, only yours was much harder. Unlike you, he's on Facebook!"
"I have an email" she protested
"Tell that to me five years ago"
"Okay I was just 18 and fresh from college?" She splayed her hands as if asking for a justification to his accusation.
He said nothing and wore a vacant expression.


"You haven't still explained how you got to know me, my grandma... everything"

"All thanks to your last school, they had all your data on their website"
"And you had access to my account just like that?"
"I hack for a living, remember?"
Not quite satisfied, "how did you know my name?" She asked further.
"Nana told us about you "
"Who's 'us' ?" She asked scrutinizing his face
"They knew each other, my mom and your grandma, didn't she tell you?"
She looked away "so...your mom met my dad, you've...seen.. him before?"
"I have," he stood, went over to the fridge and pulled out two bottles of beer " You care for some? "
"No thank you. I don't... I'll just have soft drink, if you have it."

He smiled and dropped a bottle of five alive juice and a glass cup before her.
She poured herself some and drank, relishing its coldness against her boiling nerves.
She laughed as she thought of how wrong and thoroughly ignorant she had been. She felt so silly as she imagined herself going to meet her dad, in India, how she had pictured herself jumping into his waiting arms.
"You need to rest, now" he said carefully not sure on how to place her reaction
He was right, she thought, after all she has her exams the next week to prepare for and this was all too much to take in.

OluwabuqqyYOLO:
Whoa! I'm totally blown away. I didn't even know the story was still running, thought you had packed up already. That explains why I haven't commented in a while. You have really improved, very well! Your tenses are fixed (albeit a few errors). I like the mild comparisons you make. Then, watch your punctuations. All that's required of you now is a great writing style. Almost every one can tell a story but style is very important. The average writer has no style. Create an imprint for your art. Write in a distinct manner such that anyone would identify your works even without your name or anything. I want you to be great.

Gorrit dear. Thank you
By the way why did you stop writing here? I've missed your stories

[quote author=crislyn post=59698809]Thanks for the update gracile. It seems u r really busy this period cuz the updates are coming tinny winny..lol[/quote

Don't mind me dear tho I'm busy but its mostly laziness to type

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#Chapter 13


This part of Lagos looked different, it was more serene, less crowdy with tall trees and flowery shrubs lining the neat roads. Towering buildings and smiling billboards stood in their elegance. Everything screamed of opulence. It was such a beautiful sight such that Rain couldn't take her eyes off the view.

"You should go out more often" Segun said glancing over his shoulders. He steered the wheels with an and the other rested on the car window.

She tore her gaze from outside and turned to look at him. "You all can go on thinking I have no life, I don't care one bit"

"Well I didn't say so but since you brought it up, I'm curious to know why. Apparently your roommate is enough to increase your social life top notch, but it doesn't seem..."

"Look, you don't know me okay, you come up claiming to be my brother but you don't know my story same as I don't know yours" she yapped "You and Meggy can think whatever you want, I don't care".

" Okay sassy, but you do care about fulfilling your lifelong dream of meeting your Dad, isn't it? Isn't that why you're trusting a 'stranger'? You know, we have a lot in common.

She simply brushed the straying hairs off her face, ignoring him.

She saw him smile, from the corners of her eyes. He looked calm and relaxed like he got his life together. She almost envied him.

"So do you have other sisters or brothers?"

"No" was all he said. She stared at him quietly for a while then turned and continued looking out her side window.
He stepped on the brakes and made a left turn. The street they now drove by looked almost desolate but beautiful. She concluded the occupants of the big houses must be rich and have good taste.
They arrived in front of a fenced building and Segun blared the horns repeatedly before an aged man came to open the gate. He parked and they climbed down from the car.

"Lukman, how many times do I have to warn you to stop sleeping on duty? Or you think say I can't replace you if I want?" Rain placed a hand over her mouth to keep from laughing at his funny pidgin language.

"Oga sorry wallahi no bex, this one e no go haffen again ai sweaar" he touched a finger on the inter logged ground, brought out his tongue and touched it too before pointing the finger up. Rain laughed at the dramatic scene before her, her dimples sinking inside. "Your gateman is funny".

" Don't mind him, I'm just respecting my mom that's why I haven't sacked him". He opened a wide door and they entered. "Welcome to my humble home he said after switching on the lights.
Rains eyes widened as she took in the sheer beauty before her. The sitting room was big and tastely furnished with a golden chandelier hanging at the centre. It matched with the high curtains and reflected on the tiled marble floor. Every where was polished spick -and-span; they either have a house help or are extremely neat, she thought. Honors and awards of various caliber were all over the place, they bore the names Dr. Bisola Ishola. As she toured the room briefly her eyes rested on a large pencil drawn portrait, it hung proudly on the wall. It bore a beautiful woman with an almost child-like smile and stout jaws. She noted the subtle traces of resemblance between the woman and Segun. Even though their eyes and nose bore no resemblance, he had her harsh forehead and slightly protruding lips.

Curious she asked, "who is she?"

"My mom" he replied

"She's beautiful"

"Thank you he said absentmindedly.
She turned and watched him change channels on the big plasma TV.

" You have a beautiful place too, I'm impressed" her tiny voice overshadowed by the sound coming from the TV.

"Thank you" he grimaced "please make yourself comfortable. I'll be right back" he said and kept down the remote control.

Rain sat herself on one of the conversationally arranged sofas. It was brown in colour and soft against her buttocks. He came back in shortly with a bottled water and glass cups. He's changed into a checkered three quarter shorts and slippers.

"Thank you" she said and poured herself some to drink as she pretended to be interested in the opera showing.

"So what about your parents or relatives?" She leaned forward pressing her lips.

"There's no one. It's just me".

" I don't underground. You live alone in this big house? " her brows arched.

"Yea, I live here alone" he smiled, hiding his pains.

She had more questions to ask, 'what about his mom?' She felt tempted to ask but when she looked at him now, she felt sympathy for him. Or was it fear, but she was strangely comfortable around him. Indeed they had something in common, she was sure of that now.

"Are you ready?" He asked, breaking her thoughts.

"Yes" she straightened up and swallowed.

"Come with me".

Welcome to our newbies, nautybride, marchborn123, sofiaelvis, skimpledawg, 123456dr, mokiks please sit tight and join the family. Crislyn, dupsai, swankmee, I see you.
Thanks for your lovely comments.
I decided we take a peek into Meggy's escapades, next chapter is on Rain and her new found brother; lots of action and secret to be revealed so do sit tight and remember to tell me what you think. Your comments mean a lot.

Chapter 12


Meggy had always been a lucky girl, she didn't have the kind of face you'd see on magazine covers and her almost obese physique isn't the best thing she loves about herself even though she brags in her size calling herself BBB- big bold & beautiful. She wasn't one to feel inferior about her body rather she teases the skinnier girls often referring to them as bones, spaghetti or paper. She firmly believed and preached that men love girls with flesh not bones.
People sometimes marvelled at how easily she had her way with men. But then, what she lacked in looked she made up for in her charms. One time a grown up lady, a lecturer, came asking her for advice on issues concerning her sex life. Meggy listened with rapt attention before she began to proffer solutions like a pro.

"You know what makes sex sweetest? A tight and moist VJ. Tachieve this, tell your man to be more patient with the pre-intimacy so that the place will warm up" she lowered her head and continued almost whispering "Take plenty of watermelon or eat coconut and datepalm, together regularly, really keeps it moist. Trust me when you try it you'll come back and thank me".

" Okay okay " the lady nodded repeatedly. "I'll try it but is that all?"

"Ah no now, you want me to tell you everything at once? No, we'll take it one step at a time. Just carry out this one assignment first then when you come back you more, the tips are inexhaustible".

" okay then, I hope it works. I'll keep you updated"
"No problem. All the best"
The lady thanked her and left.

Meggy adjusted her short black dress and admired herself in the mirror. She found it difficult to breathe as the waist trainer she wore beneath was too tight. She lavished an expensive perfume upon her creamy skin and dress. Rain held her nose together, the fragrance seemed to irritate her.
"Another date eh? Rain asked her roommate who was sneezing into a handkerchief.
" Yea and this is a big one, he's been ignoring my green lights since the beginning of the semester " she said and added more powder unto her flat nose. Her seedy eyes laced under false lashes glancing at Rain. "Don't wait up for me okay, how do I look? Or don't bother.
Rain shook her head " you remember we have Obasi's test tomorrow have you prepared?"

"Right on it" she grinned mischievously. "Alright be a good girl see you tomorrow". She said and left.
" Stay safe." Rain shouted after her.

She got to the hotel Dr. Obasi directed her to and catwalked to the reception. Her heels clinking on the tiled floor, a silver purse firmly clutched at her sides.
"I'm here to see Dr. Obasi please. She flashed a blinding smile, the whiteness of her teeth sparkled against the red shiny lipstick.
"Okay, here's the key, room 47, first floor. Meggy thanked her and left for the elevator.
She slid the key into the door and entered. The room was classic and smelled of lavender. The plentiful blankets and voluptuous pillows on the bed called out to her. She let herself fall onto it it before bringing out her phone to dial the doctors number.
Then she heard him call from the bathroom. She turned and saw him standing in front of the bathroom door in a towel, wet from his rotund belly to his feet.
" You kept me waiting " he said a bit milder than his usually harsh tone.
"Forgive me your majesty, I had to take extra time to look beautiful for you" she winked and bit her lip.
He smiled getting the gesture "give me just a minute" he said and went back into the bathroom.
"Need a help sir I've been told I'm excellent at back scrubbing" she waited for response when none came, she tiptoed to the bathroom door and bent to peep at what he was doing. Then she saw him standing in front of a mirror swallowing a tablet she guessed was Viagra. She held her mouth to keep from laughing and tiptoed back. "This old men won't kill me" she thought, smiling.

He returned and took a long look at her, savouring the exposed creaminess of her thighs and popping cleavages. She was enjoying the thrilling effect her body had on him, she could tell from the glint in his eyes. So she continued taunting him by fluttering her lashes and fiddling with her cleavages casually.

"I take permission to rip off that dress and tousle that hair of yours" he said huskily.

"Your wish is my command milord"
He jumped on the bed and started unbuckling her strapped heels. "If I'm your lord, then please me" his smirk looked awkward on his lousy lips as he began to caress her soft laps.

"Hm hmm not so fast, first things first" she pulled away and brought out a condom wrap, flashing it before his eyes.
" I like you " he smiled and tore it open. "Let me" the rubbery object and unwrapped his towel before sliding it in.
"I hope you have more of this, cos I really don't keep such".

" There's more than enough for the whole " she said, her voice sounding sultry with seduction as she took off her dress.
"What would you have me do for you sir? She asked lacing her voice with fake innocence.
" Take me to heaven with your infamous skills". He replied huskily

nautybride:
Gracile, this is an interesting piece. Permit me to be Oliver twist…a

don't worry just go bring your plates and get seated

Toyin223:
WELDONE God Blessed U

Thank you ma'am

Chapter 11

Rain could not believe her reflection in the mirror. It was the first time she was dressed in an Indian costume. Back then in the village, whenever there was any occasion that called for a cultural display, Nana would dress her as a Fulani lady and sometimes as the usual Hausa attire. Here she is now, fully dressed in a colorful Indian costume along with it's embellishments. All thanks to Meggy, she thought, who went the extra mile to get these outfit for her. Even though she doesn't watch plenty of Bollywood movies, she appreciated the beauty of her heritage and secretly wishes that one day, she could indeed identify herself with them. She continued to scrutinize herself carefully. The yellow top she had on was cropped, revealing her trim waist the see through saree left nothing to the imagination. But she loved the folds and flowing length of the matching skirt that glittered beneath the transparent, golden saree. The saree cascaded down her raven hair and all the way down before falling at her feet. Meggy abused bright colors but this around she must admit that did well to choose this color, golden-yellow, for it contrasted her olive complexion and fiery cat eyes!

'Is this not too revealing? I feel exposed ". She complained to Meggy who had been smiling all the while behind her in the mirror

" You are looking gorgeous girl, gosh! You're going to cause plenty confusion on campus today o" she said as she clasped the gold bracelet on Rain's left wrist. "Why don't you want the nose ring now? It would look really lovely".

" Noo it will be too much, its already too much as it is, even this I feel like wiping it off" she said pointing to the big black dot on her forehead. "God I look like a caricature".

Meggy just rolled her eyes. " Bush girl wetin you sabi, this makeup that is looking dope, look how I transformed your face eh like a bride as if you don't like it" she poked her behind. "See we're not touching anything on that face o, all those shimmering eyeshadows and contours will not waste, I've told you my own"

"Okay ma, can you dress up now".

"Hmm, I almost forgot can you imagine, your beauty has confused me"

"Cheesy confusionist" Rain joked. "Hurry up abeg'.

" I no blame you, fish!".

"Fowl" Rain added before Meggy entered the bathroom.

Grin grin, Rain's phone rang. It was Nana.
After staring at it till it stopped ringing, the dropped the phone "Not today".

It was just like matriculation but a lot more colorful. The school auditorium was full and many students loitered outside the hall; they were clustered in groups, discussing or taking photos. Heads began to turn as they walked, she heard the'wows' and 'ohmygods' from the admirers and she put her head down shyly. Some ladies were taking her photos without asking permission while some complimented and asked her consent before taking the shots.

" Babe are you for real? You are just too beautiful to be real and I love your sweet saree " a lady in skimpy Ankara shots exclaimed playfully.

"Thank you" Rain answered the gorgeous lady, who was the assistant director of socials SUG.

"Girl you're the talk. of. the. town your pictures are already on Instagram. She kept swiping her phones screen. "Even on Twitter too!".

" Uhh, is that a good thing?"

"Are you kidding me this. is. awesome" she dragged each word. "Wait, let me retweet"
It was Rain's turn to roll her eyes. "Can we enter the hall now?"

"Hold on, see my guys! Ah ahn" she grinned and waved a group of guys, leaning on and beside a highlander jeep. "Come let's go"

"No don't worry go ahead, I'll be fine"

"Okay dear, have fun" she announced and left.

After some few seconds, a dark looking guy came approaching, towards where she was standing. He had a small frame and v-shaped face and he wore a white agbada and dark sun shades.

He came closer and she immediately noticed the plain wallpaper background on the phone he held beside his ears, obviously pretending to be making a phone call.

"Hello" he said casually

"Hi" she smiled back.
"I've been watching you from over there, beside my car and I must say you are incredibly beautiful. Uh, don't mind me my name is Tony, I'm an engineer. I just finished my masters program here. Actually I'm here to see a friend of mine, I arrived Lagos this morning through a flight" he yapped, dangling a bunch of keys all the while

"I see" she crossed her arms and tilted her head sideways

"A beautiful girl like you, needs someone to take care of her" he winked small. "Let me take care of you, money is not a problem?"

"Really! " she teased, smiling. In as much as his pride was infuriating it kind of amused her. For one, she disliked talking to people who left their sunshades on while conversing. If only he wasn't so proud and impolite, he might have stood a chance, she thought. He was definitely not her type but today, she was in a light spirit and didn't feel like being too uptight. She could even consider a date with someone cute.
Just then, she caught a glimpse of the figure. Through Tony's dark shades, there he was standing. The black hood, his build and fixed gaze made him stood apart from the others, giving him away. She straightened and peered into the shades for a closer look, he was still standing, unmoved, almost like a statue. She wasn't hallucinating someone is indeed following her. His face was still not clear but she was felt so sure, it was him.

"Hello hey" Tony waved a hand across her face.

"Oh I'm sorry, would you please excuse me, I have to go. She didn't wait for him to answer before adding, " it was nice meeting you Tony. She turned just in time to catch him dart into the small crowd, who were watching a masquerade perform.
She followed swiftly with same speed, swiveling through the cheering crowd. He turned by the next corner and she followed, increasing her steps, one hand held her long skirt up.
Now they were behind the department of works building and he was only several inches away.
"Stop right there!" She ordered and was surprised when he obeyed instantly.
Then he turned to face her squarely. "Hi Rain" he said taking off his hood.

"Wait a minute..I know you! Segun? Right?"

"Yes, you remember".
" of course I do. What are you doing here?" When he made no response, she knew the answer, with shock she added "oh no, it's you, you've been the one following me! Why?"

" Okay, first of all calm down, you have to trust me".

" I've been having problems with that lately "

"With your grandma, I know"

Her brows shot up. "How in hell did you know that?"

"I know so many things about you Rain"

"Talk to me, how is that so? What do you know?"

"That you're my sister".

Thank you toyin223, ehi07 and jasminelove for your encouraging comments they mean a lot, I already drafted the next three chapters been waiting for my system to be fixed hence the delay but thank God its good now I'll type them tomorrow and update hopefully Monday . thanks for sticking around