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I have been reading this story since yesterday. Nice story.. Please come and finish up

emmyreb:
I love dis story oo.... can't wait to c d end

Melgy:
This storyline is great but need 2 see d end 2 make a better comment. Keep it rolling, it's boosting my faith in God and teaching me 2 hand it all over 2 Him. Thank U

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Matt is in a place right now that only consistent and regular prayer can bring him out of. I want you to be patient with him, don’t get angry or upset with him, I know it would not be easy given his behavior but the good Lord will give you the strength, show him love like he hasn’t seen, be the perfect example of a good wife and mother, don’t allow him to find a fault with you in anyway.

Lucy give no more room to the devil at all in your home, you need to take these words of mine very seriously please and may the Lord remember you according to times and seasons in Jesus Name.


Ibi, I came here for answers but I’m more confused, did Matt complain to you about me? She demanded
No! He didn’t say anything like that, he really loves you Lucy and the children, but

But what Ibi, please tell me as your friend’s wife now please what’s going on? Lucy demanded grabbing his hands and shaking them as if to get the words out of him.
Looking at her closely, he suddenly had this revelation and told her simply ‘Lucy I think deep down you already know’.


Casting her mind back to present, Lucy remembered she’d been afraid to ask what he meant, realizing that she feared the truth as much as she needed to know it. It’s not every woman that wants to be told that she failed in her role as a wife, and has being replaced by someone else in her husband’s affections, although she was just 31 and young. No matter what angle she played it she still could not find out at what point she pressed the wrong button, yes! It had to be her fault but how, was it her fault that she couldn’t help her feminine nature? She’d hearkened to what Ibi had said about being a good wife, and she could see how much it galled Matt that she could not be faulted in any way in spite of his treatment of her now that bothered her on so many levels because she could have sworn that there were times when she really looked at him, she felt his love for her when he let his guard down and played with her and the kids, so what was holding him from loving her what?.


And then there was Logan, ever since that night, she’d been afraid to enquire from God, about him. And the result of that was every time she closed her eyes, she saw him, making it even more difficult for her to pray for she didn’t have liberty in her spirit anymore. She felt as though something was brewing but she didn’t know what it was.


Finally finding the strength she spoke in tongues and poured out her concerns unto the Lord.
The week went by so fast, by Saturday she woke up to an empty house, the kids had gone for two weeks to Edinburgh with Matt’s parents. She had been delighted when they’d offered to take the kids away with them for what was actually 17 days counting from Friday till Monday when the school October holiday actually began.


Because of the early train journey they had to take, they’d decided it was best if the kids stayed with their grandparents the night before, which was a great idea at the time, but when the time arrived she couldn’t bring herself to say goodbye to them. Now they were gone she felt free, and hoped may be the time alone would help Matt relax and truly be with her. So far so good, they’d been talking, she’d been waiting up for him to come home, and as if he too had shared the same thought, he’d been coming home early. Lucy allowed herself to think it was because he wanted to be alone with her and not because of anybody else not being available.

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Shugarlipz:
Please continue oooo. God bless

kenigwe18:
I really love this story, 1st Godly story I've read here on nL thread

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The following Sunday after that meeting Ibi had come up to ask her about Matt, and why he wasn’t in church. She herself was confused, for he’d woken up that morning gotten dressed and breezed out saying he wasn’t going to church and that she could keep the Jeep for the day as he would take the jag. Confused she’d gotten the kids ready and drove to church in a haze, and now Ibi was asking her where he was? Looking bewildered she’d told she honestly didn’t know, feeling embarrassed as she said so. Pulling her aside, he asked her if everything was okay, she replied yes!

Everything was fine, at least from her point of view. He’d looked at her closely and asked again, how this week had been for them? She’d replied, it had been a good week. The kids were growing up and were a handful but the grannies were a big help to her, so she always had time to herself, to relax and ease the stress off. He asked after Matt she told him he was okay and for some reason she mentioned his late nights return which had become a thing of habit with him lately, and he often used the excuse of being busy which for the sake of their marriage she tried to believe.


She said all this to Ibi, leaving the part about her not believing Matt out, and to her amazement he was instantly upset. He tried to say something, but stopped himself, and then giving her a sympathetic look he asked her to tell Matt to call me when he got home.


With that he walked away. Later that night she’d given Matt the message when he got home earlier than usual probably out of guilt, and he’d muttered something about pastors who don’t mind their businesses and went back to watching his sky TV. More curious than ever she’d gone to the church office during her lunch the next day to see Ibi hoping he would have a slot in his schedule for her. He’d told her he wasn’t surprised when the church administrator had called him to see if he could see her that day. Welcoming her into the office, he sat her down on the sofa just by the corner away from his desk. Sitting opposite her, he asked why she’d come to see him.


Well Ibi she began feeling a bit self conscious as she adjusted herself, ‘I don’t know what to say, but yesterday when I spoke to you, I kind of got this feeling that you were fishing for some information from me. And when I told Matt that you’d asked him to call you, his reaction bothered me mostly because of your friendship which precedes any other relationship you have with him, besides you could have called him on his mobile without asking me to deliver a message to him. All these things bother me on so many levels, and I know that as my pastor, she continued looking at directly, you wouldn’t lie to me. You’d rather not tell me the truth than lie to me and I’m really hoping you would tell me the truth. Please Ibi what’s going on with Matt, he came to see you last Sunday right?


Ibi nodding his head to answer her question, perspiration gathering under his arms.

He must have said something to you so please tell me what’s going on please? Lucy pleaded
Sighing, he stared back at her, and then quoted a scripture ‘Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivered them from it all…’ remember Lucy the Bible says ‘for it is by the Lord’s mercies that we are not consumed’.

Also the same bible says that those ‘who wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength…’ ‘…for the Lord is a God of judgement and blessed are all they that wait for him’.

Wondering why the pastor was saying all this, she looked at him more confused the scriptures barely registering; being a student of the bible she knew he was paraphrasing Psalm 34 vs 19, Lamentations 3 vs 22, Isiah 40 vs 31 and Isiah 30 vs 18.


The pastor continued ‘you need to be strong Lucy, you have a great and tedious journey ahead of you, you cannot afford to be weary, remember what God kept saying to Moses and Joshua through the old testament
Nodding her head. She replied as it came to her mind in a flash, she said it out loud ‘ …be strong and be of good courage…’


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Babysuccess02:
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Please upload more na. Can't wait to read the rest and share it with my friends

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Hi there little man, he greeted sweeping him up in the air and putting him down again.
Giggling Tim said Hi Uncle Logan.
How are you? He continued
I’m fine, the boy replied in his tiny voice. Looking so shy as if the ground would open up and swallow him. Logan decided that was enough for now, he would have to make sure he spent quality time with his nephew, so he would learn to relax with him.

Reading his thoughts, Liam said to him don’t worry mate, just give him time, he’s usually like that with everyone he meets for the first time. Moving towards the exit the men and the little boy went ahead, while Susan and Naomi came up behind, mentally assessing each other.

The trip wasn’t that long, for Liam had moved his family to Dyce, which was close to the airport, so they were just few minutes away from home. Even though it was still dark Logan tried to look through the window and visualize Aberdeen again, wondering how he could have stayed away for so long. Then remembering he pushed her out of his mind, even as he did that he knew it was just a waste of time. For six years now he’d come to the realization that there was no woman out there for him, and the only one he wanted was married. Looking at Naomi he smiled, she was a good woman and she deserved a faithful husband one who would put her first, he prayed God would make that possible for her.

They arrived home safely, dragging their luggage in, Liam had also commented on the amount of boxes and smiling at each other they’d both laughed out loud. Susan guessing the reason for the laughter joined in and said
Don’t worry Naomi, I’m on your side on this one. A woman needs her effects around her all the time especially when you have to come all the way across the ocean, you cannot afford to forget anything. She declared
Nay! I disagree Liam cut in If you dinna want to forgit anything at least bring one of it not three kinds of it.
Everyone burst out laughing again, this time around none of the women had no retort for they knew he was right.

The small chat had relaxed everyone and after another brief chit-chat, they removed to their respective bedrooms to catch some last minute sleep, thankfully it was a Saturday, so they could sleep in as much as they wanted.


Lucy struggled through the weekend moving in auto pilot and now it was Monday she’d dropped the kids at school and was on her way to work taking her time to drive slowly, for her thoughts were really occupied. Six years!


She thought she’d gotten him out of her mind and now everywhere she looked she saw him, which was impossible since she had it on good authority from Susan, he was in the States. They were practically family buddies now, Liam was the one who had helped her to move her beauty makeover business into a bigger space, negotiating the mortgage and all for her, his business too had grown over the years and they now had a solicitors department, to add to their estate agencies. Her business too had expanded to include new services apart from hair makeovers, face makeovers, using major make-up brands for all skin types also she ran a monthly make up school carving out a niche for herself in the industry. Right now she was working on launching her own hair beauty products which would be the only products used for all her clients, who she knew trusted her instincts and would surely patronize her thereby spreading the word around but she was hoping to rise above the saloon brand success myth and go global with it, using a very good public relations agency and promotional ideas that are bound to succeed especially around this time of the year.


But all that was still in the works, she still had to convince the banks to shell out some funds for her, and she also needed a good business partner to come in to partnership with her. She hadn’t discussed it yet with Matt though, not completely sure why. Maybe it was because for the past six years, he’d been nothing to her but a face constantly in and out of her life as he pleased. Even the kids barely knew him, whenever he was home he only wanted to play with them when they were smiling and cute, whenever they got upset or became too excited and playful, he would grab his keys and walk out living her to deal with it muttering something about the noise not been good for his state of mind as if they were not his kids!


That got her so angry at first, until she realized, there was no point wasting her emotions feeling anything for him since he wasn’t really there for her to vent it on, besides she needed to be free when she had to commune with God, it just didn’t make sense being angry with a man, who barely acknowledged her existence. Even in bed, he never wanted to touch her, he came in and just dozed off. He would reach for her later in the night for a cuddle now and then, and sometimes she got this feeling he thought she was someone else. She never really wanted to think about it, but the question was begging itself to be asked because the fact was a man like Matt couldn’t understand the ethics of celibacy especially not this long, we are talking almost six years now! Since they’d had sex so if Matt wasn’t sleeping with her who was he sleeping with? No! She couldn’t bear going down that road yet, feelings wise, she wasn’t sure what she felt any longer.


Few years ago, she’d gone to Ibi, curious about what Matt had come to discuss with him that Sunday. He hadn’t come until late at night, and there was a funny smell about him, that kind of bothered her.


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Op abeg come oh.

Phi001:
Oya coman finish the story...

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mercy says yes

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That same night...



Lucy woke up with a start, it was 3am in the morning, she listened for the sound of the kids crying but heard nothing. Instantly she became spiritually alert, she reached for her bible, remembering she'd being reading the book of first Samuel chapter 1 the story of Hannah and how God remembered her after her many years of barrenness suddenly she felt the urge to pray using that scripture particularly dwelling on verse 19 in The message version . Unsure of how to begin she started to speak in tongues asking the Holy Spirit to help her. She became overwhelmed by emotions she couldn't recognize, it was more like a feeling of love mixed with pain but it felt so overwhelming to her that a sob escaped from her, instantly she went on her knees and started to cry to God to have mercy, she thought maybe something was wrong with Matt.



She started to pray harder speaking in tongues thinking of all her loved ones, this wasn't the first time she'd done this she was a member of the group called the prayer champions in church so praying was one of her gifts by God's grace. She kept praying till the early hours of 5am, felt the peace of God overwhelm her and just as she was about to share the grace, she saw a face in her spirit mind, it was Logan's.



Logan arrived at the Aberdeen airport at 3am on the beautiful morning of the 30th of September; his flight had been a direct one from the states. He cleared through customs in thirty minutes, went to collect his bags, and to look for Naomi, since she'd cleared customs ahead of him. Waving to him from afar, she came up to him pushing a trolley and shaking her head 'there you are what took you so long?' she asked



Guess seeing an American with a British passport got them flustered he replied smiling. Looking down he said, 'I see you have all our luggage, mentally wondering why women always had to over pack, they were just here for 4 weeks and she had to go and pack 3 boxes filled with God knows what!



I know what you're thinking but we've had this conversation before and we won't have it again. Naomi spoke up hand on hip and waving her finger at him.



Logan raised up his hands in a goodwill gesture 'Okay then my dear let's go. I'm sure Liam and Susan are both waiting for us outside'.



Their travel had been an unplanned one, it was a last minute decision for him. Staying away from Aberdeen was a lifelong decision he'd been determined to keep, since there was nothing but painful memories down there for him. Ever since he arrived in the States he'd quickly got settled, running the business and also trying to rebuild and renew his social contacts. He'd located a bible believing church to attend and soon found himself with so many friends that he never had time to think about Lucy. He tried to be what she had been to him, to his new female friends, the one good thing he'd learned from their time together. It had helped him to become the man he was today, A better one.



His main reason for coming to Aberdeen was due to this new him, Naomi his friend was going through a heartbreak now because Shane her husband had cheated on her, and had left her to be with his mistress. Devastated and hurt, she'd turned to him for comfort, and after months of holding her hands and offering words of comfort, he suddenly decided to take her away from those hurtful memories and bring her down to Scotland, hoping that maybe a change of Location for her might force Shane to go through a change of perspective regarding the wife of his youth.



Walking hurriedly, they got out in to the arrival lounge where Liam and Susan were already waiting, waving at them the minute they were spotted. By now the time was around four thirtyish, he was surprised to see the kids were with them too. Everyone talked excitedly at once, kissing and hugging, he introduced Naomi and bending down he greeted little Tim who was six years and already a big boy. He stretched out his hand to greet him, he'd spoken to he and his sister on the phone but this was the first time he'd met them ever since Susan had Tim. His three year old sister Julie was asleep in her car seat.


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Lucy had soon adjusted to the estranged relationship that had developed between Matt and Ibi, she and Abby had gotten together to discuss their thoughts on it and they both had no idea what was going on. Ibi at least obviously bore no malice towards his friend, always asking after him, sending his regards, praying for him and greeting him whenever they met in town, since Matt had stubbornly refused to come to Church again. Matt on the other hand took the immature high handed road, refusing to offer a hand of peace towards his friend.



It was almost like Lucy's concerns for Matt grew with every year they stayed married. Her kids were the only source of joy for her, they filled her days and nights with their childish demands and needs that took her mind off the greater issues in her marriage.



Sighting Susan she waved at her hurriedly aware of the time going by. She waited as Susan caught up to meet her, quickly rounding up her discussions with a member of the choir. Lucy smiled at her and together they walked out of the church, Lucy was glad to focus her mind on other things.



At 3am in the morning the pastor's eyes jerked open, his spirit alert as he quickly got off the bed careful not to wake up his wife. Reaching for his bible he went into his quiet room, ready to commune with his God. He knelt down and started to pray, he could feel The Spirit nudging him to pray for his members, he began to pray earnestly for them individually, as many names he could remember asking the Lord for specific areas to direct his prayers. The door behind him opened and Abby joined him, kneeling next to him, she too began to pray, speaking in tongues and asking for mercy.



Instantly he knew she was in the spirit with him, they held hands together as they began to pray earnestly for the church and for God's children. This wasn't the first time they'd had to do this but this was different, The Spirit was nudging them to pray for strength to bear losses for their members and for the church. Ibi was then led to the book of 2kings 22 where a judgment was passed in heaven on a King of Judah. They both read the scripture and became suddenly afraid asking God for mercy, against any judgment that had been passed on any of his flock, they prayed and prayed till the early hours of morning and just before they rounded up, Ibi had a confirmation in his spirit that it was about Matt and Lucy.



And God remembered Lucy.


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That was quite a night, Susan said wiping her eyes that had gotten wet with the laughter



Oh! I 've decided this time around for everyone to come dressed formally. Ladies in their dinner gowns and Men in their Black suit and tie, much simpler that way. Don't you think? She asked Lucy



You little imp, you've gone and order a sexy little number for yourself haven't you? Lucy accused jokingly



No! I have not, alright you got me, I found this beautiful gown and I couldn't resist buying it, except I didn't have any event to wear it too, so I thought to myself why not wear it to this year's dinner party? Better still get all the guests to come dressed formally so I don't look like an overdressed host, so voila! That's the plan



You smart lady, I think it's a great idea too, can't wait to go through my closet for the perfect dress.



Now Lucy remember it's just a dinner so don't go bringing out the big guns Susan teased



Aw! Are you scared of a little competition my dear?



Of course not! Susan retorted even though she was Lucy had a knack for making a simple dress look like an expensive number, and she admired her style a lot.



Lucy looked at the time, it was almost time for Choir practice at church, and they were both choristers. Quickly they stood up to get the kids ready



The Choir rehearsal was quick and on time, Kevin the choir director liked to start and end on time. He was a man of integrity and his word was his bond. After it ended Lucy ran into Ibi as she hurriedly went in search for Susan, as they'd dropped the kids off with Alice who had an appointment later that evening. They exchanged pleasantries asked about their spouses and said their goodbyes.


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Now it was Susan's turn to Laugh. Yeah! I see what you mean she said in between laughing



By the way is he in town? Susan asked



No! he's gone again, not even sure when he's coming back, I find that it's best if I don't accept the date he says he should be back as given, so when he calls and says that plans have changed I wouldn't be bothered. She said this looking at the kids wondering how they must feel about their father's constant absence. Their grand dad, Liam and a few non related uncles in church served as a substitute but still it wasn't the real thing. Her heart ached for her son who she knew adored his father a lot and kept bothering her about when his dad was coming home and if he was going to get him his current favorite toy...



Susan grew quiet, listening to her friend's words and watching her thoughts play around on her face. She wasn't sure really but she sensed that all wasn't right with her marriage, but how Lucy managed to put on brave face marveled her, because she knew most women would have called it a day a long time ago. Lucy, Lucy



Yeah oh! Sorry did you call me. Lucy answered snapping out of her reverie.



I was wondering if I could move our next play date till the upper week, we've decided to have the dinner party next Saturday.



That's great, wow I can't wait for that, I look forward to your party every year. Remember last year's dress theme



Yeah! And the Thompsons came as beauty and the beast, Ha! Ha! Ha!



I remember that one, Lucy said laughing harder too. They looked so...



So weird right! Susan finished



Yes! Everyone kept trying to say offer some nice compliments but kept struggling for words



Yes! And then you said they looked fine.



I remember thinking to myself there and there, Fine what does that mean.

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Episode 9



Oi! Come off that rail this instant Tim, Susan called to Tim her son to come off the stair rail he was playing on. They had a play date at Lucy's house with Michael and Michelle. Both mums worked on setting up these dates on the weekend using it as an opportunity to catch up and spend time together.



Kids it's time for lunch Lucy called from the kitchen, she'd been working on getting lunch ready while Susan kept her eye on the kids. Few minutes later they were all seated to eat, the kids were much older now so eating at the table was no longer an issue. Tim was the oldest being six years, and his sister was three years old, the twins were both 4 years old. An hour later they were done with and the kids settled down to do some school exercise. Susan and Lucy chatted together while they kept an eye on them.



How has your week been? Lucy asked sipping a glass a juice



Oh! Great the kids have been a handful, and Liam being out of town made things difficult for me especially at nights with Tim. She said



How So? Lucy asked



It's quite funny really. Liam has this special dance routine he does for Tim just before he goes off to sleep, and now the poor boy has gotten hooked with it, he won't sleep without it. I had to learn to do it you know. You needed to have seen me yesterday night, I'm sure I looked like a clown, but my son was not satisfied he kept telling me where I got it wrong, I can't count the number of times he made me do it all over before he dosed off eventually. I'm so not looking forward to tonight can't believe I encouraged Liam to start this little charade. She spoke indignantly.


Lucy was sure she'd cracked a rib as she kept laughing and laughing at Susan's complaint. Oh stop complaining at least you've got your Liam home with you to help with the kids. I bet if you left Liam with the kids he would handle them properly, but I can't afford to leave Matt with the kids, God it would be a disaster. Can you imagine Matt giving the kids a bath or reading them a bed time story. Lucy joking retorted.

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He hoped they had a room at such short notice, he wasn't even bothered about the cost, all he wanted was to save his marriage, all he wanted was to take her to a place where she had no choice but to listen him and most importantly where there were no sharp objects! He'd never see his wife angry before but he'd seen her upset, in fact for some reason he would never understand she never got angry with him visibly, she held it in and smiled through it all very stubborn about it.



The only memory he had of her being visibly upset was that day at church when she was with Logan, again he wondered what that guy did to upset her, for she never really told him till date their relationship had faded into the background till he left for the states and he never really knew why, he'd thought she would but she never did remembering they'd had a fight at the Pizza Hut that day, which must have been the reason why she forgot to tell him.



Well that fateful night, he'd meant to drive back home, but for some reason, he felt it would be better if he first went to see Beth and explain to her rationally why they couldn't see each other again then he could go home on a clean slate. He felt she deserved that after all she wasn't some bimbo he'd picked off the streets, she was a decent person who'd fallen innocently into this web with him and she deserved to be treated as such, less he incurred more than her love remembering the proverb about the woman scorned... So he drove to her house on king street, composing himself he'd meant to press the buzzer so she could let him in or even come out to see him but a neighbor was coming in so he came in with him instead. He knocked on the door as she lived on the ground floor.



He heard her come up to the door and peep through the peep hole then realizing who it was she hastily opened the door, asking him everything was okay, she was fully clothed this time around he'd noticed finding himself being quickly ushered in to the flat. He turned around and bumped into her embrace, she held tightly comforting and soothing him, thinking something was bothering him since they weren't planning to see that night, he found himself holding her back with much gusto too, inhaling her sweet body scent, he remembered she'd smelled fruity and he'd narrowed it down to strawberry, but he'd later found out it was passion fruit. She pulled back and kissed him slowly almost as if she knew he needed to be convinced about something then she looked up into his eyes and told him she loved him, shocked he looked back at her finding himself at loss for words. She continued



'Yes! I've been in love with you for a while now matt, I know what you're thinking but if you'll just listen to me first. Stepping back she brought him into the living room and made him sit down, kneeling down in front him she confessed her love for him in the most erotic manner that ever was, she said things he never thought he'd heard, how he made her feel, how she could make him feel, she told him she didn't want him to leave his wife that he could stay with her for as long as he wanted, even forever!, but he shouldn't cut her out of his life, she told she would play it his way, and wouldn't tell a soul it would be their secret. By now she was crying softly.



He listened watching the tears slipping down her face baring her heart to him and gradually he felt his resolve slip away, and along with it every guilty feeling he'd associated to being with her, he took them all and threw them out of the window. He started to process Beth's line of reasoning finding himself warming up to it what was so wrong with loving another woman? People did it all the time in between juggling their home life and work life, He thought of his friend and knew he would never be comfortable around him again let alone even in church knowing what he'd told him and instantly regretting it. He decided he would avoid Ibi and his God from now on.



Pulling Beth up he kissed her passionately, telling her he loved her too, knowing it had to be true, it must be, he would never had broken his vows for any other reason. They kissed each other for a while, professing their love for each other then he carried her in his arms moved to her room, and there he laid her on the bed and turned off the lights.



The shower had stopped which meant Beth had finished, he pretended to be asleep knowing what she would do when she came in. As predicted she came into the room, seeing matt was asleep knew he was pretending for he never could abide noise, another reason why he never stayed at home.



Tiptoeing to his side of the bed, he was already smiling unknown to him, and as she reached down to tickle him, he laughed knowing what she was about to do, but that didn't stop her anyway she tickled him over and over and she didn't stop until she saw that look in his eyes that told her he was in the mood for something else.

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Matt rolled on his back, listening to Beth's shower running. Knowing her she'd probably take longer than expected, she loved having long showers and sometimes he got so frustrated waiting for her to come out that he ended up jumping in with her and taking it to another level as a result. But he wasn't going to give in today all he wanted was to stay in bed and just sleep. This time around they were in Europe far away from Lucy and the kids, away from Ibi and most especially from God.

At that he grimaced, he no longer felt guilty any longer, he'd soon accepted the facts as they were and that was that. He was a married man having an affair with not just any woman, but with one he believed he was in love with and who loved him back. Did that mean he didn't love his wife, not at all, he did, or maybe he once did?



When she was his queen and he was her knight in shining armour, when he courted her dutifully and treated her with the respect a woman like her deserved. When he looked forward to making her his, and spending days and nights just thinking of her over and over again. He'd loved the anticipation and expectation, the way he'd felt when he looked forward to their wedding night. The nights after that night were special to him and he would always treasure them.

But then she had to go and ruin it by getting pregnant, and that was when things changed. He grew bored being with her and he stopped caring, he lost the desire to be around her, making every legitimate excuse he could to be a way from the image of perfection Lucy was turning into. The worse he became, the more perfect she acted, smiling and loving him giving nothing away, and she prayed, always prayed, too much, making him feel like a sinner.



Even his children behaved different around him, they used to be excited to see him, when they were younger but now even though they were still quite young they acted almost older. They looked through him, especially his daughter she was just like her mother, quiet and watchful. His son Michael would run to greet him always but his daughter Michelle, she would stand there waiting for him to come to her and only then would she smile and give him a kiss on the cheek. One time when she pecked him he swore she said Bad Daddy! When he turned to look at her she just smiled at him innocently.



He felt guilty knowing he was missing a huge part of their lives, but he was providing for them and that had to count for something right? Sometimes he felt sorry for himself. Deep down in his heart when all chips were down and his demeanor sober, when he really felt alone and by himself, he regretted it all, he wished he'd listened to what his friend Ibi had told him that day. The peace he'd felt that day was so overwhelming that he was ready to go home and confess everything to Lucy. He'd thanked Ibi and dashed out of the church into his jag as he drove back home, he started to rehearse the words he was going to say, he had it all planned. He would pick up his mum at his parents' place to come and stay with the kids, he would pick her up at home and take to a neutral place where she could think rationally probably the Skene House hotel.


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FOUR YEARS LATER...



Oh! Matt, the woman moaned you're the best. That was great, giving him a kiss, she ran into the shower. She was due to return back to work few hours ago. Smiling at her reflection in the mirror, she was pleased to see the years have been good to her, at age 30 she still had a great body. She Elizabeth Morgan had it all, she had her career, her own house, her own money safely tucked away in the bank and grounded in lucrative investments. Not only that she could have any man she wanted without the strings, she wanted something that she could have whenever she wanted no demands attached, and that was where Matt came in.

He was a great catch she would admit and she was never going to let go, until she was ready to seal the deal forever, then all she had to do was turn on those water taps, apply the pressure in every way and get him to divorce his wife. She knew she could do that, she had him safely wrapped around her hands, and yes! It sounded strange but she loved him, really! That's why she couldn't let him go not even to that pathetic wife of his who she still allowed to make her hair however expensive, Lucy had one of the best hair salons in town and she Elizabeth paid big bucks to have Lucy make her look beautiful for her husband! Beth laughed aloud at the irony of it, She curled her hair in her hands remembering her last appointment, for her own satisfaction she always insisted on Lucy doing her hair even though the other stylist could equally do the job...



Hi there Lucy called; you're back in town again.



Yeah! She replied airily. Not wanting to give more details about her job as always.



So what do you want to do with your hair today? Lucy asked going through Beth's hair and removing extensions. Wow! You've really had a rough time with this one all the curls are out.



Laughing at the irony of it, Beth replied what can I say? My boyfriend is a very naughty boy.



Getting the message, Lucy smiled and changed the subject briskly; she hated it when women gave too much detail about their sex life. She just wanted to make small talk for God sakes, and this client in particular was always too eager to tell it all, and sometimes it felt like she was being mocked. But nobody knew how chaste her sex life had been for the past six years. How could they, she played the perfect charming wife.



Beth quickly answered Lucy's question regarding her hair style, responding to the change in her tone, knowing that she'd hit a nerve once again for Lucy wasn't getting any at home, she would know because she kept her husband so busy, that when he got home he was too tired to do anything but sleep! Laughing at the memory she jumped into the shower. Women like Lucy were good for one thing only no two and that was breeding and being good faithful housewives, they should leave the business of handling their men to women like her.


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Ibi raised his voice suddenly angry Matt are out of your senses, what about Lucy and the twins, aren't you even scared of God's judgment. What is wrong with you Matt, open your eyes this is not you. Ibi spoke frustrated



Matt told Beth to excuse them and after she'd gone far ahead out of hearing range, he smiled defiantly at his pastor and said, Ibi if loving Beth is wrong then I don't want to be right, I'm through with your God and I have no further business with him, this is my life I ask politely that you butt out and mind your own business hm!



Mind my own business or what Matt, even if you want to avoid God you can't avoid me forever, our families are connected and even you know that you can't tear that kind of bond apart without giving a reason to your wife. What do you want to tell Lucy hm!? Ibi asked amused



A vein threatened to pop out from Matt's neck as Ibi's words sank through him. Look Pastor I thank you for your concern and everything but I promise a lawsuit that will drag from now till kingdom if you tell my wife what I haven't asked you to. Mind your business do you hear me, He shouted. Butt out this does not concern you Ibi, go and follow after your other flock and leave me alone to live my life the way I please.



Matt it doesn't have to be this way, we can still be friends I'm always here for you, you know that. The church is there for you to come in to, don't shut out everything you've known all your life because of this woman, please. Ibi pleaded



That's the whole point Ibi, everything that I've believed rejects the whole idea of what I have with Beth, and I can't be a part of that world any longer. Matt said matter of fact



Okay, okay I will try to understand that, but what about your family; surely you don't think you can get away with this for that long Ibi said



I can and I will so mind your business and leave me alone you old gizzard. Matt shouted at Ibi, as he entered his car and drove off leaving his shocked friend behind.



Ibi went home that day, more determined than ever not to leave the issue alone, this had become his business and he would see to it that something went right for Lucy for once. Getting on his knees he prayed for the Peters family asking God and his angels to guide and protect them from all plans of the enemy to wreck what he had blessed in heaven.



Amazingly he never knew he would have to pray this prayer diligently for years before a miracle would happen.

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Matt finished work at 6.00pm, and walked towards his car with Beth right behind him. They looked like two innocent people having a conversation. They stopped by his Jag to make evening plans and just then Matt heard Ibi call his name.



He turned and saw his friend walking towards him, he felt cornered not sure of what to really do.



Hi Matt, Hi Beth, Ibi greeted following his spirit's revelation regarding the woman next to Matt.



Beth greeted recognizing Ibi from the Church, which she hadn't attended in a while upon Matt's insistence.



Matt stood there, unsure of what to say knowing he'd been caught, deciding to go on the offensive, he spoke gruffly to Ibi



Ibi what are you doing here? He demanded



Ibi smiled, not surprised at his friend's reaction, it was his usual tactic to launch and offence once he felt cornered.



I came to see for myself what steps you've taken since we last spoke Ibi stated



Ibi I don't know what to say to you except this is not what it looks like really, Beth and I are in love Matt declared



What? Ibi asked



Yes! We are in love. Beth confirmed happily.


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Episode 8



FOUR MONTHS LATER....



Ibi sighed again frustrated as the call he was making rang on and on till it went to voicemail, the receiver refusing to pick up. It was Matt and ever since that day, he'd refused to make contact with him. As a Pastor, Ibi was scared, scared for one of his flock who he'd married with the wrong assumptions, he couldn't believe he ignored the signs that were so out there for him to see, he'd allowed his friendship to blindside his spiritual responsibility, and now he felt responsible.

Constantly asking God for mercy to right this wrong he'd allowed under his authority, the sad part was, he had no one to talk to about it. Meanwhile Abby and Lucy had met and compared notes and now it was obvious to them that his relationship with Matt was getting estranged. Matt refusing to pick up his calls or call him back even when Lucy delivered his messages.



A part of him wanted to make excuses for his friend, maybe he was too busy with work and with Lucy, but there was this constant awareness in him that told him what Matt was really up to.



Abba Father have mercy of him, please for the sake of Lucy and the twins Lord have mercy and restore this marriage back on the right foundation. Which is You.



Ibi never realized how pained he was until the tears stared to spill, God please give me a chance to make it right, he cried. Make a way for me Lord, help me please to set this son of yours back on track.


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Ibi's eyes widened at Matt's revelation, not because of Lucy's sexual inexperience but because she hadn't felt comfortable enough to tell him and even then most men would have guessed or broached the subject with the espoused at some point, besides any woman would be eager to share that sort of news with her husband to be, and Matt not been aware at all on any level, bothered Ibi greatly. It revealed that there was never the required level of openness and oneness that was to be expected in engaged couples at that stage, and he their marriage counselor had failed to notice it.



Also as a Pastor he felt bothered by this revelation, because it meant that there was a possibility that Matt did not really know his wife and neither did Lucy, and as he and his wife had been in charge of their marriage counseling he felt largely responsible for Matt's actions. Speaking up in an anguished voice he continued 'Matt I discussed this issue with you and Lucy at the marriage counseling, I particularly called you aside as a friend to further explain the vows of marriage to you and how divorce was not an option, why didn't you confide in me about this then? I actually sensed something in you which was why I called you aside, I wasn't sure what it was,but now I wish I had probed further.



Matt looked anguished too, the words of his friend piercing through him like a whip, he knew this was what he needed to stop, somebody to tell him the truth as it was, without mincing words, but his friend feeling guilty on his behalf now that felt worse.



If Beth set out to seduce him from the start, well she won! Because he never really had a chance did he? He felt like a fool, he felt used, he felt guilty. Looking at his friend, he asked meekly what can I do Ibi? I want to stop; I want to save my marriage. Please?



Ibi nodded understandingly and said first let us pray? Holding hands he prayed for God's mercy to be upon Matt, asking for Him to forgive him and cleanse him with the precious blood of Jesus. He committed the marriage into His hands, asking God to take control over the couples' relationship with each other, that He should surround them with His Love and give them the grace to make it through this trying time.



Matt felt the peace of God overwhelm him as he said Amen.



Then Ibi looked up and told him in a serious tone 'Matt you have to tell Lucy.'



On hearing that, Matt started to shake his head. No! No!



Ibi spoke earnestly 'Listen you cannot afford not to tell your wife, marriage is all about pureness and honesty. Remember Adam and his wife stood naked before one another and they were not ashamed. You cannot have a Christian marriage without total openness. For God to dwell in your home as the Head and Foundation there has to be purity. His Spirit cannot dwell where there isn't any of these factors, remember the bible says if we hide iniquity in our hearts, God cannot see us.



I believe Lucy has been quite prayerful and closer to God through these times, that's why your home has not been totally destroyed by this act, but how long can that grace endure? May be forever I'm not God, besides His ways are not our ways neither are His thoughts. But I advise you as your friend and your spiritual Leader as you are my responsibility, and God is going to ask me to account for your soul when we get to heaven, so listen to me'. Ibi demanded



'Go to your wife and confess to her, it's not going to be easy I understand, but in the long run it would be worth it, because you will truly be able to overcome and end that adulterous relationship with Beth. And Beth will keep her claws off you once she knows your wife is aware, and that will be an indication to her that you intend to keep your marriage and not break it apart like you've been doing, it's all about what kind of message you pass across Matt, you are not the first man to get tempted and you would not be the last, but what makes one victorious is due to a direct effect of the things you consciously surround yourself with, your foundation in God, your marriage etc and above all the grace of God to flee. When Beth sees this, she would back off and I know she might want to try a few attempts to break your resolve but with your wife's support and your love stronger, she will back off eventually.



You can further strengthen your resolve by working on getting that transfer out of your department like you suggested earlier, do anything to stay away from her and don't see it as acting cowardly, because the bible did not instruct us to fight, it said Flee from all appearances of evil and that was where you made the mistake Matt. Ibi pointed out



Go home and talk to your wife, you've done the right thing first, you've confessed to God and asked for his forgiveness, now He has made your burden lighter, He has taken it over by bearing it for you, so go now and talk to Lucy tonight, don't leave it any longer, the longer you delay, the weaker your resolve and the bigger the chance of the devil taking advantage.



Also if I may point out, I sense that the closeness between you and Lucy is not as deep as it appears on the surface, Matt nodded in agreement. Ibi noted this, glad to know he was right all along, he then suggested to Matt, focus on your wife, try to know her as a person and let her try to know you as a person, rediscover yourselves all over again, you've got the rest of your lives to be together, remember that and start enjoying the time you have from now on.'



Ask Lucy to call me tomorrow and the both of you can come and see me at the Church on Wednesday at 6pm, you can drop the kids off with Abby, I will let her know you are coming and that's all I will be telling her. Ibi emphasized.



Understandingly Matt nodded allowing the impact of Ibi's words to sink in, knowing every single word he spoke was true.



As for Beth, Ibi continued, I will speak to her in church, I think I recognize her, she's one of the new members that come in now and then but just to be sure I will confirm her identity with the church records. What's her surname?



Morgan. Elizabeth Morgan Matt replied finally speaking up 'thanks pastor I will speak to my wife tonight I just hope she forgives me, and I will let Beth know tomorrow at work that it's over.'



That's a good plan Ibi answered, 'don't worry about Lucy's reaction for now, focus on doing your part, the road to recovery is fraught with pain so focus on the healing and welcome the pain that is going to come hm! It's only for a while but it will make you stronger! Call me every day from now on anytime you feel these urges to think about Beth, or you're worried, sad or just anything at all just call me. I'm a phone call away' Let us pray. Praying once again Ibi committed the plan to God's hands and asked Him to see it to the end.



Amen. Matt answered.



Later that night Beth glanced briefly at the window while she watched weekend TV, instantly she glanced back again surprised as she saw Matt come out of his Jag which he packed by the side road, wearing a forlorn expression. She knew there and then that something wasn't right; they hadn't planned on seeing tonight, so why was he here? Her mind desperately searched for missing signals from the last time they'd met, her actions this afternoon sprang back to mind, oh! This does not feel good she said to herself. Quickly a plan formed in her mind one she knew had never failed her, whatever Matt was coming up to do, she Elizabeth Morgan had no intention of accepting it.

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So what happened afterwards? Ibi asked, fighting the compulsive need he felt, to box Matt between his ears. But the situation didn't demand that yet! The man wanted to talk and he would let him, they were friends. He'd been married for 14 years, and as a pastor and a counselor he could confidently say he'd heard it all. So he allowed him to continue.



Matt continued refusing to look his friend in the eye, if you meant that night, Yes! we did it, and not just once, every other night we managed to sneak in between shifts to be together, that was how the whole 6 months we were together was spent. I thought it would end once we got back, but it's like one part of me feels married to Lucy and I play that part so well, giving nothing away, and then when I'm away from her, I'm this other person constantly looking forward to the house call I'm going to make at Beth's before I go home to my family.



What about at work? Ibi asked sitting back



At work, we are strictly professional, it's important to both of us to keep things outside work, especially with me being a self proclaimed Christian and all. But something happened today in church that shook me.



What happened? Ibi asked



After I spoke to you, I turned to go back to Lucy, and right there speaking with her was Beth, apparently Lucy does her hair.



Wait a minute, the pastor asked shocked, you mean Beth attends this church?



Sometimes she comes now and then because I have always tried to invite my colleagues to work but I don't know for a fact that she's a regular member, besides I'm really not happy with her right now, argh! He exclaimed holding his heads in his hands.



So let me get this straight, Ibi continued you and Lucy have been married for almost two years and three months, August this year making it two, and few months in your marriage your wife got pregnant, four months into the pregnancy you had to go off-shore and there you started an affair with a woman who was out to get you from the moment she set her eyes on you, before you were married?



Matt tried to talk, now that you put it that way it sounds like it was planned and manipulative but No! You've got it wrong; Beth is not that kind of person.



Ibi raised his hand to stop him and went on analyzing the facts as they were. Believe what you want to believe Matt, but let me finish. The twins are a year and a half old, which means that not only did you miss your first Christmas together as a couple, you missed the birth of your only children, if what Lucy says is true about you guys not wanting more kids.



You've been having an affair for the past 19 months of your marriage, so out of the 24 months of your married life, you've only been faithful to Lucy literally for about 5 months! Literarily because you entered that marriage with a desire for another woman in your loins, and as far as I'm concerned you were never faithful to Lucy, because the Bible teaches that if man lust at a woman in his heart, he might as well have committed the sin. Ibi stated



Ibi continued, Hm! I know I've asked you before but I still need to be sure. Matt, did you and Lucy ever have sex before you got married?



What! Mat exclaimed Of course not Lucy would never have allowed me get that far not even once, I didn't realize she was a virgin until our wedding night, she never told me.


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