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RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 12:09pm On Sep 02, 2016
Me: Yes. Fantasy.

Tobe: Uhm. Where's my phone?

Me: It's in the drawer.

He stormed out of the kitchen and I couldn't help but wonder who this fantasy is.

Breakfast was cool but the tension between us was annoying. I didn't want to know who the caller is but why will she spoil my weekend?

Me: Look, if we're going to keep quiet now, I'll just pick my bag and leave. I'm not comfortable with this annoying silence

He looked up and smiled at me.

Tobe: Fantasy is my fiancée.

I choked on my toast. It went down the wrong pipe and I had to take refuge in the water on the table.

Tobe: She lives abroad, that's why she called late. That's the time we normally spoke to each other.

Tears filled my throat. What is wrong with me? What is wrong with my life? Am I cursed?

With blurred vision, I stood up and found my way to the room. I refused to cry out, I refused to open the spring which was begging to be released.

He came into the room and held me, he helped me sit down on the bed.

Tobe: But I love you. I love you so much that it hurts. I love you so much that I'm willing to do anything to be with you.

Me: Why? Why didn't you tell me? Why didn't you tell me before now? At least, I wouldn't have fallen for you this much. Why will you even do that to me?

He held me again, this time, I released myself from his grip and started packing my things.

Tobe: Baby, what are you doing?

Me: I'm going home.

Tobe: You can't do that. Pamela I love you. I love you very much.

Me: I'm sorry Tobe. You can't have a fiancée and still keep me by the side. I need a relationship where I know my stand, where I'm sure of the future.

Tobe: You're with me, I'm also with you. Fantasy is still in my life because I need her to smoothen things out for me. If I'm not with her, dad will stop all the privileges I get. It's a family thing and trust me, I've got plans for that.

Me: Tobe, I'm not falling for that okay. Just let me go.

I was through with my bag now. I went into the bathroom and began to UnCloth. I got into the shower and cuddled in it, letting the water run through my body to calm my nerves and get me back to thinking straight.
The water did help a lot. I spent close to thirty minutes in it before soaping up. Once I leave this house, I'll stop all communications with Tobe. He can go to his fiancée for all I care.

I stepped out of the shower only to see him sitting on the bed with his phone. He dropped it and came to me.

Tobe: You don't know how much I love you Pamela, don't leave me like this.

Me: My mind is already made up. I'm leaving.

Tobe: Baby we're just starting. Do you want to leave me in ruins? heartbroken and alone?

Me: Please stop. What if she'd not called when I was awake, will you have told me? You would have kept it a secret right?

Tobe: Baby I planned to tell you before you leave. Trust me baby. I just need to remain with her till I graduate.

Me: Tobechukwu, it's no use. I stand no chance in your life. I'm glad I found out early. Your family will never accept me. Do you know that?

He held me tight and rubbed my hair.

Tobe: It's you and I baby. Just don't leave me like this.

He began to kiss my forehead, my ear, my neck, every part of my face, I wiggled out of his embrace and went to the wardrobe, I was leaving and I'm not coming back
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 6:44pm On Sep 01, 2016
Happy birthday ROHY. Wishing you long life and good health
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 6:41pm On Sep 01, 2016
Amen
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 9:38am On Sep 01, 2016
That night, after we took tons of selfies together in his room, I curled beside my boyfriend and slept.

When I woke up in the middle of the night to drink water, we were still in that position. I released myself from his grip and slowly got down from his king sized bed. I went straight to the fridge in the room and got a sachet of water to drink. His phone started ringing but he didn't even move. I picked the phone and looked at the caller. Who would be calling someone at 3am? The number was saved as "fantasy". I switched the phone off and went back to bed. I couldn't sleep again. That was my life. Once I wake up to drink water, it won't be easy to go back to sleep. I picked my phone and went to my WhatsApp. I had just two messages from Flord and the rest was from the pub admin groups.

Flord was asking of my location, saying he wanted to see me. I've known Flord ever since Franca and Charles started dating. He always visited even in Franca's absence. I'd caught him on several occasion ogling me but I never gave it any strong meaning. Boys love to stare and he is one of " demboyz "

I told him I went to my boyfriend's house and he should drop any message with Franca. I got busy with my phone and didn't know when I slept off, only to wake up to the strong smell of toast. I looked beside me and Tobe wasn't there so I smiled. I'm dating a chef so what do I expect? I got to the bathroom and brushed before going to meet him.

Me: Good morning Chef

Tobe: Wife of a chef.

We laughed and he came and hugged me.

Tobe: How was your night?

Me: I slept like a baby.

Tobe: It's obvious. Give me ten minutes and I'll serve breakfast.

Me: Okay. I'll be in the dinning then.

I made to walk out but remembered last night.

Me: Ehe. Before I forget, Fantasy called.

He turned immediately and looked at me.

Tobe: Fantasy?
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 8:55am On Sep 01, 2016
As I showered, I could hear Franca's laughter. It filled me with so much joy that my boyfriend is a lovable person who can make things happen, positively of course.

I had earlier packed my weekend bag (lols) so I just dressed up, applied a little make up and stepped into the sitting room.

Tobe: Here comes the beauty queen. My love.

I smiled and went beside him and sat my heavy behind down.

Tobe: You're beautiful.

I chuckled and he tucked my hair behind my ear.

Tobe: You set?

Me: Yes.

He stood up and helped me stand.

Me: Girlfriend, I'll see you on Sunday.

Franca didn't look up. She just nodded and we left.

As we drove out of independent layout, I couldn't help but wonder what was really happening between Charles and Franca.

Me: Did she tell you?

Tobe: What? Who?

Me: Franca. I mean, did she tell you about Charles?

Tobe: No. Is anything the matter? Cause she looked so happy.

Me: I think they're having issues.

Tobe: If she didn't tell you, do you think she'll tell me?

I shrugged and we continued in silence. Old GRA told me it's name the very moment we drove into the estate. It was quiet and peaceful, like nature was giving you peace.
We drove into a compound, the gate was short, not something I'll call a gate shaa. The gateman locked it behind us and approached the car.

GM: Good afternoon sir.

Tobe: Afternoon Felix. Is my neighbour back?

GM: No sir.

Tobe: Okay. If I need anything, I'll call you. And this is my girlfriend, her name is Pamela.

GM: Welcome aunt.

I smiled at him and he walked away. He looked like he was between the age of 23-25.

Tobe: So babe, this is my house. I live downstairs though, my neighbour stays upstairs.

I looked around, the compound was big, very big. There were flowers and small trees in the compound, his sienna and one other car was parked at the end of the compound, the house itself looked beautiful and I couldn't help but imagine what the interior would look like.

Me: Tobe you're just a student o.

Tobe: Student with class.

He carried my bag and led me inside. It was as breathtaking as I had imagined outside. The paintings, the furnishings, the gadgets, everything was as beautiful as the owner.

Me: Wow

Tobe: Now don't do that. You're making me blush

We shared a laugh before he started taking me round the house. It was a three bedroom apartment, each room with it's bathroom, the sitting room and a dinning, then a big kitchen.

He showed me his room where he dropped my bag. It was the master bedroom, with a jacuzzi that got me longing for a shower immediately.

Tobe: Change your clothes while I get you something to eat.

He pecked me and left the room. I quickly brought out my phone and called Franca but she didn't pick. I took selfies in the room before changing into a baggy polo and one of my favourite thongs.

He had made the table where he served jollof rice with lots of fried plantain and fried fish. We ate together, laughing and remembering our first day together.

I was in love with this guy and I'm willing to do anything to prove that even if it includes stepping on toes, I'll step on toes
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 8:14am On Sep 01, 2016
It's the first day of September, many longed to see this day, many wished to be here but they didn't make it. You and I are living testimonies of the Lord's goodness. We shall experience love, joy, prosperity and life in abundance. Amen

I rep 12.
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 8:12am On Sep 01, 2016
sabyjunior:
I think am in love with this writer.
you r doing a wonderful work dear.#repented ghost reader#
lols. tanx
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 8:11am On Sep 01, 2016
Niyinficient:
Wow! For d past 3 days I cudnt go to frontage cos I av been reading up d whole story. Nice one. I can't believe I read up d whole story tho cos am not really a fan of all these luvy-dovey stories but u got me wit dis. Sorry I didn't give my comment till now. I am not happy my man Gospel ended up wit Nenye, and dat Amanda girl sef undecided d girl life ehn....i no want biko....at a point e come b like say na only she waka come. I feel for Rose tho....too much embarrassment.

Nice story PameLB. God bless
and Bless you too. tanx for the comment
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 9:41pm On Aug 31, 2016
I'm not one to hide my true feelings about something, the same way I'm not one to argue unnecessarily with someone. If you want me in, bring me in but if you want me out, just tell me straight up. I know it'll hurt but I love being with the truth. That was (is) Pamela for you.

I had tried to question Franca about her sudden mood but she ignored me, she had walked out and boom, she banged the door to her room and I knew I wasn't wanted in any way. I didn't know why she was suddenly behaving this way. Ever since I've known her which is all my life, she'd never acted this way. I couldn't finish the rest of my meal. I sat down, going through different thoughts as to why my best friend was acting this way. Wasn't she comfortable with the house? I will tell Tobe and we'll find somewhere else. No. I don't think it's the house. Was it the call I placed to Tobe? Then it struck me, she must be having issues with Charles and seeing me so excited about Tobe must have triggered something.

I smiled. That was it. It's not the first time they would be having problems actually and just like old times, they'll pull it off soon. But since this one is affecting her seriously because of Tobe and I, I'll give her some space and I believe that they will make up by the time I'm back on Sunday evening.


I didn't see or hear from her till the next morning. I had made cornflakes for the both of us. I knocked on her door but got no response.

Me: Franca it's me, open up. Breakfast is here.

Franca: I'm not hungry.

Her voice was calm and sounded not so Franca-like.

Me: I'm sure you've shat that spag out. Open up, I made cornflakes.

Franca: Pamela just go. Go enjoy your weekend. It's still morning so don't let me ruin it for you.

Me: I don't know what you're saying. I'm not leaving until you open up.

Franca: Why?

Me: Cause you're my best friend. You're like my sister.

Franca: Alright. But I'm not coming out. I....

Me: Look, whatever issues you have with Charles can be sorted out later. You don't have to treat yourself this way. Come out now.

Franca: Don't you have Tobe's place to go to?

Me: He's coming to pick me. We spoke this morning so since I've never being there, he decided to come and......

The door opened.

Franca: He's coming?

I was startled. She finally opened the door? Oh! She must believe that Tobe will help sort out issues between she and her boyfriend. I smiled.

Me: Yes. He's coming.

Her face lit up immediately. The first smile since yesterday.

Me: Tobe needs to hear this. His name now helps people snap out from their moods.

She took a bowl of cornflakes from me which was already drained due to the time it had spent in the thick mixture.

We ate away happily, cracking jokes and yabbing each other. She was my best friend after all and I loved her back to back.



Good night y'all.
It's your girl PamelB.
PEACE
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 6:25pm On Aug 31, 2016
I'd never being this satisfied in my entire life. Tobe and I were officially together, school was becoming more fun as almost all the girls envied me, wanted to be me. Hell. I was dating the son of the vice chancellor, the cute guy every girl wanted to be with. Hmmm.

Things wouldn't get better. He's found us a better apartment which happened to be a two bedroom flat, each room with it's own bathroom, a big sitting room, an awesome kitchen and a cool sitout. Franca had whined and complained about how we were going to be spending more going to school and coming home but I cared less. Who sigh? My boyfriend won't make sure I lack money. I was living in paradise just three weeks after he had asked me out, jocularly.

Some days after we'd settled down in our new apartment, we were in the kitchen, making spaghetti when the big discussion came.

Franca: So what plans do you have already?

I looked up from where I was slicing Irish potatoes.

Me: Plans about what?

Franca: Tobe and yourself.

I smiled. I've learnt to smile each time Tobe's name was called. That was how much I had fallen in love with him.

Franca: Quit being dramatic joor.

Me: Maybe you should rephrase.

Franca: See this girl, you think I'm joking with you?

Me: I know you're serious. But I'm yet to figure out the plans you're talking about.

She dropped the knife she had and came closer to where I was standing.

Franca: We've being friends for years. You better not start hiding stuffs from me now o. Not because of Tobechukwu o.

Me: Ahn Ahn. Stop nau. Okay. We're very serious and I love him a lot. He's everything I've dreamt of and wanted in a man.

Franca: Ewww.

I frowned at her and she smacked me playfully.

Franca: Kidding. Sex yet?

Me: A little romance here and there. Maybe he's not ready for sex.

Franca: Or maybe it's you who's not.

I shrugged my shoulders.

Franca: Either ways, just be careful. You can't trust men this days.

Me: I hear. But you trust Charles.

Franca: Mine is different.

Me: Same here. Mine is different.

Franca: Fine. Let's get back to the food. I'm starving.

She went back to chopping the tomatoes. I was sure I had seen something in her eyes but I couldn't place it. I just couldn't.

I shrugged it off and continued with what I was doing.


The dinning was quiet as we ate. I had gotten used to saying something while I ate. Franca was busy on her phone, any discussion I brought up, she'd give it a straight answer immediately and go back to whatever she was doing with her phone.

I picked up my phone and called Tobe. At least, I'll try to engage him in a discussion while I ate.

Tobe: Queency

Me: My love. How're you?

Tobe; I'm alright. Just missing you a lot.

Me: I miss you too dear. I'm eating and felt I should engage you in....

Tobe: Nope. You felt I should engage you right.

I laughed. Which ever way, he was right.

Tobe: How's FranC (he now called her name like it was Francee)

Me: She's fine. Do I hand her the phone?

i peeked at Franca and she waved her hand in a "no"

Tobe: But you just said you were eating? I'll talk to her later in the evening okay?

Me: Okay my dear. Tomorrow is Friday, mind if I come?

Tobe: Sure. I'll get the house ready for my princess.

Me: Please do.

Tobe: I love you Pamela, more than life itself.

Me: I love you Tobechukwu, my Prince in shinning armour.

We both giggled and hung up. I turned to Franca. Was it tears I saw at the edges of her eyes?
She caught me staring at her.

Franca: I'll be inside my room
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 11:00am On Aug 31, 2016
I opened the door and there he was, looking all cute and handsome. I couldn't help but stare at this wonderful creature God had brought to me.

Tobe: Queency?

I came out from my trance and ushered him in.

Tobe: Why were you staring so hard like you've not seen me before?

Me: Forgive me. I'm sorry.

Tobe: Anyways, looks like you're just stepping out from the shower.

Me: Yes. I just did. Give me a second so I can put something on.

Tobe: I don't really feel like going out. Let me rush to the mall and get us something to be busy with.

Me: That will be nice.

Tobe: And better be dressed before I return so you won't push me into committing the sins of the flesh.

I smiled and he stepped out. I bolted the door and started scanning through my wardrobe for what to wear. I finally settled for a crop singlet and a jean short. I was about going to put on my gen when my phone rang. It was Flord. He is a friend to Charles, Franca's boyfriend.

Me: Hello Flord.

Flord: Hi beautiful. How're you?

Me: I'm fine.

Flord: Do you have an idea if Charles is with Franca?

Me: Nope. She went to Holy Ghost.

Flord: Alright. He's not taking my calls same with Franca. If you reach them before me, tell them its important that I speak to both of them.

Me; You can drop the message with me. You sound so urgent.

Flord: Tell Franca that...... never mind.

Me: Flord?

Flord: I'll still call you. Take care.


That was strange. Something must be happening and I pray it's not bad.
I stepped out of the room and walked to the gen house, thinking deeply about what's been happening around me today. First, it was two mad girls coming to my room to talk trash and then Flord. I finished my business in the gen house and walked back to my block only to see that Tobe was already back. We went into the room together with the bags.

Me: Tobe?

Tobe: Yes my love.

Me: Are we dating?

He looked up from the bag with a smile.

Tobe: You haven't said yes just yet.

Me: Because you've not asked. You've not.

Tobe: Because you've not given me a chance to do that. I told you the other day that I'm falling in love with you and you acted like you saw a ghost. If I ask you out then, I'm sure you'll pass out.

He laughed at his own joke and I fell for him the more.

Tobe: Now I'm serious. I don't know what you're thinking but you're my girlfriend now. Do you have any objections?

Me: Two girls were here just before you came in the first time.

Tobe: How does that come in line to what I asked you?

Me: They asked me to stay away from you that you belong to someone else.

He scoffed and started laughing, clapping his hands and throwing his head backwards.

I looked on in shock, amazed at the reaction I was getting.

Tobe: And what did you tell them?

Me: What could I say?

Tobe: Wait! You mean, they said I belong to another and not one of them? Girls can be stupid.

He stood up and came to where I was sitting

Tobe: My love. ESUT is a complicated place, including the human beings in it. Don't listen to anyone of them. I belong to you and only you okay?

I nodded and he pecked me.

Tobe: I bought Scrabble. Let's play.
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 10:28am On Aug 31, 2016
FlordFlorez:
Hi PamelB sweetie. Missing ur work...plz do invite me to any of ur new work and....My name must be featured this time around. OK? Hehehe, a romantic role. God bless ya!!
valley of the shadow of love.
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LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 8:54am On Aug 31, 2016
Wow. Comments are still coming. Amen to all your prayers, thanks to all your good wishes. You all are the best
LiteratureRe: HERO (A Violence, Mind Control And Sex Story) a story by Queenliz by PamelB(f): 10:26am On Aug 30, 2016
SmartestPopQUEEN:
never mention mate... Its not something yhu haven't done for me already... Am just repaying the mentioning gesture...
tanx
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 8:50pm On Aug 29, 2016
Really wish I could quote you all. You're the best. This story wouldn't have reached it's end without you guys. I appreciate everyone.

Follow the next story, Valley of the shadow of love which I'll continue on Wednesday.

And wait,I never said this story is about me, I'm talking about someone who wants to fill this thread with 'whatever'. I just happen to know who it happened to.

All the same, thanks for commenting. I still app you all
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LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 11:59am On Aug 29, 2016
Thank you. Thank you
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 7:46am On Aug 29, 2016
optimusmind:
Any luck!?
Its working now my dear.
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 7:45am On Aug 29, 2016
SmartestPopQUEEN:
ooops... Got the I.V this night... Hope am not too late for the ceremony?... And if I am... May Gawd bless their union with Vage alike children... Amen....
Queen. No Nau. Its not fair o
LiteratureRe: HERO (A Violence, Mind Control And Sex Story) a story by Queenliz by PamelB(f): 7:38am On Aug 29, 2016
“Careful PamelB, he may look young, but that kid knows how to handle power. I’ll tell you what he did earlier, once we get settled.” They never stopped talking and gigling as they move out of hearing range, and I was forced to ask myself, if allowing Nigerians to join the Team is really a good idea.. Only time will tell.


T.b.c.[/b][/color][/quote]tanx for the mention mate and welcome back.
LiteratureRe: Lost Of Virginity; An Early Mistake by PamelB(f): 7:31am On Aug 29, 2016
Tgold1:
Royh ,TheBlessedMAN , SmartestPopQueen , Mrlemuel , fobiflex , AOB1 , Fiyah, PamelB , Princedami....... Comma See oooo
I'm late o....but I still join Shaa. AOB1, you no call me,even my admin princedami. Oya shift for me sharp sharp
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RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 7:34pm On Aug 28, 2016
optimusmind:
Try sign out and sign in again, try a different browser
the quote and like button are there quite alright. I'll try a different browser like you suggested
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 5:17pm On Aug 28, 2016
AOB1:
Am here dear kiss I promise u dat u won't av any problem again wink grin
tanx my husband
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 5:16pm On Aug 28, 2016
optimusmind:
Has it started working?
No. Upon I've emailed them
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 4:21pm On Aug 28, 2016
optimusmind:
Please complain to one of the moderators, scroll down on the literature page and click contact mods


Lalasticlala come and see this complain
I'll do that right away
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 4:20pm On Aug 28, 2016
Yuneehk:
I loved ALONE so I'm gonna follow this. How come it's on Romance Section? That's how I'd have missed out.

Chopsyray you need to see this oh. Emorse, Ogtavia, JoeCutie Nkem cheesy , y'all should see this too.
ALONE is on literature section
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 12:10pm On Aug 28, 2016
Dunno how it is on Nairaland but surprisingly,I can't get access to the reply button on ALONE anymore.

Someone please tell me what its about?

Meanwhile, Valley of the shadow of love will be on full mode by Wednesday. Thank you
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 9:34pm On Aug 27, 2016
ELMICHELDA:
Wow this is truly a masterpiece, like Mino Raiola said, it would be a sin if I didn't comment. Kudos to u, more power to ur elbow
thank you
RomanceRe: Valley Of The Shadow Of Love. by PamelB(op): 9:31pm On Aug 27, 2016
biejibbs93:
Hey PamelB, i read ur story titled 'ALONE' it was such a nice story, filled with lot of lessons to be learnt. I kw many will love d sex part but i think instead of writin hw d whole tin started, u can just shorten it to d 3 letter words SEX. You are a great lady dear. If u wouldn't mind, i will like to kw u sis.

@naija1stpikin, u r such a wonderful guy but pls humility and simplicity will help to go a long way. No mata wat pple do to u, even if dey r at fault bt refuses to tell u sorry, prove to dem ur a real man by telln dem sorry. You gat a purpose to fulfil in life bro.

#JibbsCare's.
tanx my dear
LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 7:28pm On Aug 27, 2016
Had to copy all these names. The story is real life actually but its not mua.

Princedami, ROYH my second husband, saxwizard my moderator, AOB1 my first husband, Tgold, vidamia, vickiey192, blessinzy, tessygold, damsel14, lubixy, taduma1, yuneehk, mykel4God, tife101, Ayoomolabake, Nmaglit, Isabel2457, mobecs, Pchinak, adeyinka028, chyEndowed, kakamorufu, arosunshine, oluwabuqqYOLO, sweetieconstie, stainless239, ceecane2, vickysnipe147, paulohgirlie,betapikin15, oladeleJohn, shakyroh320, zicokarisma, adefunke62, jmk9600, princelegacylemoha, niwdog, lillyana, mzdee01, homestic01, cruzzbint, maggielovely, flordflorez, princessadeola, patriciakase, aumeehn, mztemmy, thonieNwako, charleynmuo, opeoluwa99, raffyhat, changeholder,uyut, ikdbabie and every other person I couldn't mention. You all brought these story to front page and with your prayers and support,we'll do more on Nairaland. One love


It's your girl Pamela.
Peace
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LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 7:08pm On Aug 27, 2016
Wow
where do I start from?
Who do I quote and who won't I quote?
I never expected this number of reactions and love from you guys. You've proven to be more than just readers but friends. I love you all.
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LiteratureRe: Alone.. by PamelB(op): 9:29pm On Aug 26, 2016
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As I sat at the airport that morning,waiting patiently for my flight to be announced,I took a look at the event of the last two weeks.

I had remained indoors after Rose had shamefully left. I didn't even know when the others left. I only got busy with my laptop,always expecting emails from the university

The mail finally arrived on Friday morning. I was about going to shower when it came in. I was so excited that I placed a call to mum immediately. She was also happy,telling me what to do in anticipation for my journey. I started packing my stuffs immediately. I choose to go to the bank that day. I got the money mum had given me transfered into a new account,withdrew the amount I needed for a little shopping, stopped at a supermarket and got all the things I thought I needed before going back home.

The house was extremely quiet when I arrived so I just stole in the things I had bought. I continued my packing till I eventually got tired, had my dinner in my room and went to bed.

Saturday morning,I left for the embassy like mum had advised. I showed them my admission letter and after series of questions,they booked a flight for me on Tuesday morning.
I got my flight ticket and left for home in the mid afternoon.
While I drove in,I met Gospel about leaving the house. Before I could finish parking the car,he was already waiting for me to get down.

Gospel: Hi.

Me: Good day.

Gospel: What's up? Earlier this week,you've refused to be seen and now,you're going in and out. Tell me,are we celebrating anything soon?

I smiled and locked the car.

Me: Of course. But mum will be the one to tell you that.

Gospel: You no longer go to school. Why?

Me: Cause I gave myself a break. Besides,you don't think it's easy for me to come to terms with the fact that my companion just left.

Gospel: Hmmm. I get.

Me: You going out?

Gospel: Yeah. Want to get one or two things.

Me: Alright. See you then.

I walked into the house with my handbag and began to recheck my stuffs.

Now,I was ready to travel and begin a new life.

On Monday evening,I decided to join. the guys for dinner. The girls had sent my food upstairs but I asked them to take it down. I walked down the stairs with my heart beating fast.

Ken: You decided to join us,thank God for that.

I smiled and Gospel peered at me.

Gospel: This girl is up to something. She acts weird this days. Or is it the absence of Kamsi? We both feel same way too

Ken: I think it's more than that. I just can't place my hand on it

Me: You both should just quit gossiping about me in my own presence and eat. Not because mum isn't around.

They laughed and we settled down to our food. After eating,I took away the plates and quickly went outside to inform the gateman that he'll be taking me to the airport as early as 5:30am tomorrow. He was confused and I pleaded with him to keep it confidential.

That night,I parked my things into the car I intended to use in order to make my departure unnoticeable to the two brothers. I was leaving the Kalu's residence for good and I know it is far more better than the way I had left the Okoyes'.

My flight was scheduled for 8:00 but I was at the airport as early as 6:30. I got a room where I intended to get an hour sleep but sleep wouldn't come. I hadn't closed my eyes one bit last night and I knew it was going to affect me.

Exactly one hour later,I'm now here,waiting for my flight to be announced. It came just as I looked at my wristwatch the 100th time that morning.

As I walked out of the departure door,a single tear dropped from my eyes as I thought about Ken and Gospel. I had left them in the dark and they wouldn't forgive me for that.

I found my seat and sat down,bent my head and let my tears flow.

Ken: Excuse me ma'am,you should be sitting this side.

I looked up and behold,it was Ken. My tongue suddenly went dry. He lowered himself beside me and shook his head.

Ken: Why are you crying? Since you think you're doing the right thing?

I bent my head again and wept audibly.

Ken: I knew something was wrong. I knew it,so I followed you,I monitored all your movements,I knew everything you did,all the calls you made,even your admission. Why did you choose to do that to me? You know how much I love you and you chose to walk out of my life when I needed you most.

Me: I had to,I had to do it. There was Gospel and then you. What was I supposed to do?

Ken: Gospel will be going back to owerri today do you know that?

I shook my head in the negative.

Ken: I told him and he asked me to follow you. Reject me again and I'll scream loud and clear for everyone to know how badly you've been treating me.

Me: Ken please. I have to go.

Ken: I'm not stopping you from going. I'm following you. I'm actually in this flight. We're going together.

Me: What?

Ken: Yes.

The fasten your seatbelt announcement came immediately and we did that. I still looked on in surprise.
Immediately we took off,he held my hand and I turned to him

Ken: Don't love me and I'll keep on following you till I die.

Me: Ken?

Ken: We'll meet mum,she'll give us her blessings.

He hugged me and I cried in his arms. He cuddled me like life depended on it and I felt safe in his hands.

Ken: Remember I had promised you,I'll never leave you alone. We're in this together and that's how it'll remain.





And so it came to pass,five years later,I've graduated from university and is now a certified medical doctor,returning home for my traditional and white wedding.
As I walked into the arrival of the airport,the faces I saw were all faces of people I had loved and will always love.

Ken was with a billboard with the inscription "Mrs Kalu" on it.

Gospel: Was holding a pregnant Nenye. They had wedded the previous year and I had seen their pictures.

Mum: Still looking young and full of life.

Ted: All smiles with a child that looked just like him

Kamsi: Heavily pregnant with face full of smiles.

We all went into a long embrace,each trying to say something against the other playfully.
On our way home in the sienna,I got a text message on my phone,

"we'll never leave you alone. didn't I promise?"

It was Ken who was sitting behind me. I looked at him and smiled.

I had a loving family and a lovely fiance who would be my husband tomorrow. I've got a fulfilled life and I'm happy I never ended up ALONE.....






It doesn't matter what life throws at you. Pick it up and make something good out of it. All bitter stories don't always end sorrowfully the same way all beautifully stories never end happily. There's a light at the end of every tunnel the same way every dark cloud has a silver lining.
Your story today may be a lesson to someone else tomorrow so take life suffry and never regret any second of it.





Thank you all for sharing in my story. I love you all to the moon and back to earth especially everyone of you who supported the growth of this story,who invited friends to the thread,who shared the links,and those who read and refused to acknowledge it. I love you all.


ALONE
.......the end
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