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Chumzypinky:
onset as i? You're a journalist or an actress?

actress dear, though, this one is my first. Thanks to "ALONE" that got producers knocking on my door

I was tempted to go to them and help sort out things but on a second thought, I decided against it. I opened the door to my room only for a bottle to come crashing on my head.
I looked up and it was Yvonne.
The bottle had broken on my head but she still held half of it in hand, ready to attack me. I touched my head, just where the bottle had landed and thankfully, my head was still intact.

I looked at her and she had this wicked smirk on her face. I looked from her face to her hand, then to the crashed pieces on the floor. My voice failed me as I couldn't say a word.
She was standing there, blocking me from entering my room.

Yvonne; you see Pamela, i can't leave. No, I couldn't bring myself to leave my husband and daughter without doing something to the witch who decided to take them away from me.

She dragged me by the hand but i held on tight, making her stagger. I took it as an opportunity to break free and i started to run, making for the stairs.
The sound of my footstep stopped the brother's argument just as I landed at the foot of the stairs with Yvonne in hot pursuit.
Greg came to me immediately, pulling me up and pushing me behind him as we looked at Yvonne who was now in front of Greg, brandishing the sharp edge of the bottle in the air.

Greg; What are you doing Yvonne? Put down that thing.

Yvonne: if you don't leave my way right now, I'll make sure I carve fine lines on your face before going to that of your mistress.

Greg: she is not my mistress.

Yvonne: Oh! Then a bedmate?

Greg: You're so pathetic Yvonne. I can't believe I didn't see this qualities in you before you had my baby. You see Pamela here, she's one woman you'll never become in the next century. I don't want to be hard on you but if you don't leave my house right now, I'll .....

Yvonne: You'll do nothing. You want me to go, tobleave this house, then she's coming with me.

Kosi: Yvonne, stop this thing you're doing.

His voice was calm, unlike the voice that was going on a heated conversation with his brother moments ago. He stepped out from behind me and came face to face with Yvonne.

Kosi: Don't you think you've done enough?

Yvonne: You're not involved in this so shut that thing you call a mouth and go back to sitting your a$$ down and bleeping whatever bi+ch your brother brings home.

Kosi's face turned into a frown and he shifted aside, putting both hands into his pocket.

Yvonne: you don't stand there and talk to me, no, you don't. I'm fighting for a place in this house because I've got a child for this family. I'm not like you Koz, I'm not.

Kosi: Glad you know that you're a bi+ch Yvonne, little wonder you're .....

Yvonne's hand came up, about slicing his face but he held her hand and gave her a deafening slap which caused her to bend her face.
Greg held me tight as we watched the drama.
He took the bottle from her and placed the pointed edge on her throat.

Kosi: Right. So it's time for me to do the talking now.

He used his free hand to hold her throat while she widened her eyes in shock.

Kosi: I've heard enough. You've ruined the relationship I had with my brother, you tore our family apart tell me now, what crime did we commit against you. Speak up before I tear your throat up and feed your dirty flesh to the dogs.

She struggled to speak but words failed her. Kosi's grip was getting tighter and I felt emotions curling up inside me.

Greg: Koz that's enough. You're gonna hurt her.

Kosi: Won't it make sense? So you'll believe me that I'm no longer strafing her.

He released her and she fell with a thud.

Kosi: I swear with the life of my children G, ever since your divorce, ever since you caught me on bed with her, I've never laid her again. It hurts me that you've failed to trust me again because of this woman. I'm ready to do anything to return that relationship we had, even if it means killing her, I don't mind, I don't care. Anything for the peace we used to have here.

Greg left me and went to his brother, enveloping him in his arms.
Tears dropped from my eyes as I remembered Lois, so why won't I forgive her? She was misinformed, coupled with the fact that she was in love. I was brought back to the present when i heard footsteps running the stairs.

Greg: Get her things. She's not spending five minutes in this house again.

Yvonne: Greg please I'm sorry, I ....

Greg: Save it for whoever cares to listen. You didn't want to leave right? Watch as I'll drag you out like the low life you are.

That was when Amber came out with Kosi behind her, carrying the same big box I had seen that day which sent me scampering up the stairs like a fool.

Greg, upon seeing Kosi, started pulling Yvonne by the hand, dragging her on the floor like she was a thief while Kosi rolled the box after him.
Amber came to my side and we watched them drag her out of the house.

Amber: This is really not how I expected her to leave. What happened?

Me: She wanted to kill me

I said, pointing at the bottle which Kosi had dropped on the floor.

Amber: Jesus

Dearies, I'm so very sorry. I've been on set since last week and I just got home this afternoon.
Biko, bear with me my dear(s) and thanks for keeping this thread alive. I love you all to the moon and back. Update dropping soon.

Tgold1:
fire on with the Tori.... I dey enjoy am though

I'm sorry dear, I wasn't aware it was your birthday today. Forgive me please. Happy birthday, wishing you abundant favour, breakthrough and blessings. We'll all live to celebrate you in a lot more years to come. Hope you had fun?

And thanks for the comment, it means a lot.

Harry was done packing his things when I got to their room.

Me: you guys are leaving without me? I haven't even showered.

Harry: not at all dear. Its just me who's leaving. I've got some things to take care of in the office.

Me: alright.

Harry: so when do I expect you girls to be home?

Amber: once Greg proposes.

We all laughed and Harry lifted his bag.

Harry: alright then. No fightings. Just have fun and let me know once you are ready to come home.

Amber: come on, we're not babies. We can board a bus. It's just an hour journey or maybe 30 minutes tops.

She said these and stood up, going to meet Harry.

Me: And I .....

Amber; Close your eyes Pamel, I don't want you to get corrupt before you clock 18.

I watched dumbfounded as they shared a very long, sensual kiss. They broke off and Amber giggled and turned towards me.

Amber: sorry about that.

Me: do I excuse you two?

Harry: Not again please. I'll leave now okay.

Me: call us as soon as you get home.

Harry: I will.

He left, closing the door after him.

Amber: Heard the commotion at the balcony. Were you there?

Me: Yes babe. I witnessed it all.

Amber: But is Yvonne sleeping with Kosi?

Me: I don't know about now but they used to.

She sat beside me and held my hands.

Amber: I know you're worried right?

Me: yes. I'm very worried. Every man I meet already has someone before me. It's eating me up seriously.

Amber: do you believe you can work things out with Greg? Do you see him in your future?

I heaved a sigh and stood up, making my way to the built in bar at the far end of the room. I poured myself a glass of whiskey and allowed it to burn my throat before turning back to Amber.

Me: He's everything I know now, he means a whole lot to me. I told you that I fell for him even before he started talking to me. But I don't know if the love he has for me will lead us to the future. He has a lot of problems going on and ......

Amber: Pamela?

I poured another glass and sat down, looking at the glass like it wasn't me who wanted it.

Amber; you two are good for each other. I've seen you both, even before last night, the way he looks at you, the way he gets tensed if he doesn't see you around for a few minutes. If you ask me, your match is already made in heaven

Me: Really?

Amber: And hey, you don't need to drink alcohol before you express yourself.

I dropped the glass and smiled at her. Now, I missed Lois because if she were here, she would tell me exactly what Amber just said. She has all the answers to any question or riddle. I wondered ehy she hasn't called since the last time I reprimanded her.

Amber: So let me suggest something, since we'll be here for a few more days, we need to explore town, have fun and spoil ourselves. What do you think?

Me: It's cool.

She looked at me questionably.

Amber: a penny for your thought?

Me: Lois. It's been long I heard from her, even William seems to have gone out from our clique.

Amber: No worries. I'll call them up right now. Who do I call first?

Me: call Lois.

She picked her phone from the dresser and dialled Lois's number. It rang a couple of times and went straight to voicemail. Amber tried again continuously but it kept going to voicemail.
I became worried immediately. Why wasn't she taking her calls?

Amber: let me call Leonard and see if she's with him. They might have gone back together or ....

Me: Lois won't do that. Call William first.

She placed the call and he picked it on the second ring. I signalled to her to put it on speak out and she did

William: Look who remembered me today. Amber, how are you?

Amber: You always say that whenever I call you. I'm good.

William: You guys back?

Amber: Harry left few minutes ago. I'll be home by weekend.

William: so I heard Pamela didn't make it again.

I breathed out, that means he's been hearing from Lois.
Amber noticed my expression and nodded.

Amber: guess Lois told you huh?

William: yea. You girls just dumped us, not fair if you ask me.

Amber: William don't say that. We all aren't around or we would still hang out like before. Besides, Harry told you about this trip but you said you had work to do.

William: yea. I'm sorry. I miss you all that's why I'm talking nonsense. So where is Pamela?

Amber: You haven't been talking to her?

William: yea. I know, I know I'm a bad person but I've been so busy with work. I've not also been speaking to the guys. I'm so tied down with work.

Amber: Alright. Just try to reach out once in a while okay?

William: I will ma'am.

They both laughed.

Amber: And where are you William?

William; Home at the moment. Returned from asaba where another branch of my company officially started work two days ago.

Amber: Congrats dear. You owe us

William: Of course I know that. I'll call the group before the day runs off. There'll be a party at my place in a fortnight to celebrate this.

Amber: Perfect.

I signalled to her and mouthed "Lois". She nodded again.

Amber: Make sure to inform Lois too.

William: Funny enough but Lois has been with me for a week now. She met up with me at Asaba a day after you guys left.

Amber: Okay. I'll call you guys as soon as I return.

William: you better do because we all need to sit and talk. All of us.

Amber: you better tell Pamel too.

William: Why won't I? Let me ring her up immediately. Talk to you soon okay?

Amber: Alright dear. Bye. Say me hi to Lois.

William: I will.

They disconnected añd Amber turned to me.

Amber: puzzle is solved, you better not give us away when he calls you.

Me: I'm not a kid Amber.

Amber; I didn't say you were a kid.

Me: you ....

My phone started ringing and it was the awaited gentleman calling. Long story cut short, told him I was at a friend's place because I needed a break from what's been happening. He told me about the party and the supposed meeting the clique would be having. He also told me Lois was putting up with him because she was afraid of staying alone.
We ended the call after promising each other that we'll keep in touch.

Amber: So right now, go and hit the shower let's cruise Enugu a little.

Me: All correct ma.

I stood up and left for my room, stopping halfway in the corridor when I heard heated arguments. My jolly mood turned sour because I knew it was the two brothers.
Then, I prayed, "good Lord, if in the next life you decide to give me brothers, do not let a woman come between them, same as my sons"

Virgin1990:
I'm not kom4table with any of doz guys at all...... (Tobe, William, Greg, etc.)
I still bliv somtin will happen 2 Amber and.........his guy would switch 2 Pamela,,,, 4 good.

funny. But ur head dey there

damsel14:
tobe?....but wait o.where is tobe in diz story..pamelb no.more tobe

dear, read back. Tobe travelled to get treatments. Let's just keep our fingers crossed.

Tanx for ur comments. I really appreciate them. Let them keep coming. Share your thoughts. Next updates comes tomorrow morning, let's pray NEPA brings light.

I took her in my arms, not knowing what exactly to tell this little princess. The door opened ang Greg walked in. He was surprised at the position we were in.

Greg: Babe, what's going on here?

Gab looked up and she broke into a smile.

Gab: Dad you're late. I asked you to come soon didn't I?

Greg: I'm sorry my love.

He walked to us and sat down beside his daughter.

Greg: Daddy had something to fix so he wasted a little time. But I'm sure your aunt here took care of you right?

The little girl looked at me and went into my arms again. I felt for her. She was innocent and very vulnerable. I swore to kill Yvonne if anything should happen to this kid.

Me: Greg can I talk to you outside?

Greg: yea. Come on. Gab, we'll be right back okay?

Gab: okay dad.

She left me and I smothered her hair before following Greg to the living room we had been in earlier.

Greg: what happened to her?

Me: let's sit down.

Greg: but is she alright?

Me: she's fine.

He sat down and I followed suit, allowing a few seconds pass by before I started.

Me: are you aware of the plan to start a new school for Gab?

Greg: new school? Who's sending....... Wait. Is this what I'm thinking?

Me: Yvonne told her that she'll go to school from her place.

Greg: never!

He slammed his fist on the sofa and stood up. He looked at me again and started pacing the sitting room.

Me: I didn't call you here for these. We need to speak with Yvonne.

Greg: she wants to take my child away from me? She wants to.....

He stormed out and I followed him, almost running. We got to the main living room and it was just Kosi, watching a sport highlight.

Greg: where's your woman?

Kosi looked at him and stood up.

Greg: Don't give me that look. Where is Yvonne?

Kosi: She should be upstairs or somewhere around, I don't know.

Greg: Alright.

He ran up the stairs and I followed in pursuit, trying to figure out exactly if these two brothers have turned enemies because of these Yvonne.
Yvonne was right where I had thought she'd be, the balcony.
She was smoking and pressing her phone. Greg rushed to her and grabbed her neck, trying to squeeze life out of her, I don't know but the look om her face got me worried so I ran to them and started pulling Greg.

Me: you're going to kill her Greg.

Greg: let me kill her, this witch that has ruined my life and wants to do same to my child. Let me kill her.

Me: Greg stop this. This is not the way to handle a situation as serious as this.

He yanked away from her and went to the railing which he held tight for support. Yvonne coughed and cursed him at same time but he paid her no attention. I think he got his sanity back and went to her.

Greg: Yvonne why are you bent on destroying me? What have I don't wrong that you'll keep haunting my life? Tell me.

Yvonne: you're crazy Greg......cough..... You've seen nothing Greg.

Greg: Fine. You wanna do anything? Do it to me. You've involved my family enough.

Yvonne: .......coughs.... Family? Is that all you care about? Your family? What about me? Tell me what's going to happen to me. That I become a baby mama? No husband?

Greg: you choose your path yourself Yvonne.

He sat down and faced her.

Greg: Why do you want to take Gabriella away from me?

Yvonne: She's my child. She's the only thing I have now so I'm keeping her.

Greg: What about the court orders?

Yvonne: What orders? F*uck the orders Greg. I love you Greg and it was meant to be just us.

Greg: That was until you turned into something I don't know. You his your true identity from me and when I found out, instead of apologising, what did you do? You went to my brother.

Yvonne: you denied me sex. Who denies his wife sex?

Greg: an angry man who's been hurt by his wife. Yvonne you broke my family apart. You messed up my life and you wanna do the same to Gab?

Yvonne: Gabriella is my responsibility and I'm going to do anything to keep her, away from you or any woman who's trying to be miss goodness just to walk her way into my baby's life.

I smirked and said nothing. The silence spoke volume of the anger and hatred in each heart. Greg finally stood up.

Greg: let me be sincere here, the same way you're willing to do anything to keep Gabriella, I will do a thousand more to keep her away from you. You're a stupid excuse of a woman so.....

Yvonne: you don't insult me.

Greg: I'll insult you and you'll do nothing. Go inside, pack whatever is yours and get out of my house while I'm still sane. If you let me do that for you, consider this the last time you'll see Gab because I'm willing to go back to court and have a legal fight with you over my daughter and oh Yvonne you know, you know how nobody will let you keep even a sixteen year old because of your outrageous lifestyle so I'm giving you two hours tops to leave my house and my life.

The words hung in the air. I looked at Yvonne and her eyes were fixed on me. Tears fell from her eyes and I took my eyes away.

Yvonne: Greg

Greg: Don't speak a word to me. You don't.

She picked her phone and stood up, then walked out without saying a word.

Greg: I should have done this a long time ago.

Me: Will she be fine?

Greg: I don't care so long as she's out of my life for good. My next stop is Kosi, come.

Me: No dear. You both trash it out alone and please, let it not end like this one.

Greg: He's my brother and nothing will change that.

Me: I'll go see Amber now.

Greg: you guys ain't going nowhere so relax

Me: I know that already.

He kissed me and walked out while I headed to Amber and Harry's room, praying that words don't fly between the two brothers.

i turned to Greg and he too had surprise written on his face.

Greg: Uhm. Gab, we're actually here to tell you that .....

Gab: You're getting married?

Me: No, not .....

Gab: Why not?

There was silence in the room as Greg and I searched our souls for answers to give this little girl who's got brains.

Gab: Dad?

Greg: Yes honey.

Gab: Why not?

Greg: Baby, it's not like it's not going to happen. Pamela and I just started courting, and we hope and sincerely pray we walk down the aisle together.

Courting? I didn't see that one coming.

Gab: So, it's going to happen but not yet.

Greg: Exactly.

I started going through the picture album she had given me earlier, distracting myself from whatever they were saying.

Greg: Baby, I'll leave you and Pamela for now, I need to freshen up

Gab: Alright dad. Come soon.

He pecked his daughter, then gave me a kiss before leaving Gab's sitting room.
The little girl was beside me the next moment, explaining each picture and the people in it. She was so intelligent.

Gab: Aunt, do you live around?

Me: No dear. I live in Anambra, I just came with my friends to be with Greg for a while.

Gab: Yes. My mum said grandma went to heaven and she's not coming back.

Me: But she'll be praying for us from there.

Gab: I believe you, because my grandma was .....

Yvonne: Gabriella, have you washed up this morning?

The little girl stood up and her expression changed to that of fear.

Gab: Yes, I have.

Yvonne walked into the sitting room with her eyes fixed on me.

Yvonne: And you've got nothing better to do with your time? You should be reading or sketching something, now, be in your room before I count down to ten.

The little girl ran off but I could hear her sobs. I stood up and turned to Yvonne.

Me: That was harsh.

Yvonne: I know. She's my daughter, isn't she?

Me: I know she's your daughter but Yvonne you're just being wicked or you don't want her talking to me.

Yvonne: Don't care what you're thinking. She's got to act like the child she is, not mingling with overgrown adults who only knows how to take people's man.

Me: Let's keep aside the overgrown adult thing. We're talking about Gabriella now. What you just did, is wrong. What are you trying to teach her? That it's right to walk into two people who're chatting and dismiss one of them? Or you're trying to turn her into an introvert? Parents love their children to be outspoken, to know how to interact with the public and not ......

Yvonne: Wait a minute! Are you trying to teach me how to raise my child? Is that what you're trying to do? And so, Queeneth and Greg over pampered her, turned her into some icy princess and you want me to follow that line?

I smiled.

Me: If Gabriella is pampered, with all her intelligence and level of reasoning, I'll pamper my kids to stupor. If the girl I just spoke with is an icy princess, then Greg and Queeneth really need to give me recipes on how to do that. Yvonne, what kind of woman are you exactly?

Yvonne: A woman, who's man you stole.

Me: Because of your inability to keep him.

Yvonne: You say?

Me: You heard right. All I'm asking is that you stop treating Gab that way. If you'll excuse me, I've got someone that needs me.

Yvonne: You don't make her disrupt my orders.

Me: Your orders? Yvonne you should be thankful your daughter is the way she is. Look at you, its not ten yet and you've downed half a bottle of spirit. Is that what you want your daughter to be doing?

Yvonne: My life is none of your business.

Me: Then leave the people with clear head to raise your child for you.

Yvonne: Are you insulting me? Wait, did Greg bring you to this house to insult me?

Me: Excuse me.

I shook my head and walked out, taking the way I had seen Gab run into. There was just one door before the hallway came to an end so I just opened it. Her room was beautiful, pink and blue and a little touch of white adorned the room. There were pictures of her on the wall. There was a shelve filled with toys on the right and then beside her bedpost, there was a smaller shelve which contained books. The little girl was on the bed, cuddling a big teddy. She was humming a song.

Me: You okay?

She sat up and a smile appeared on her face. She wasn't crying anymore but the dried white lines on her face proved that she did cry.

Me: Your room is beautiful. Who decorated it for you?

Gab: My grandma did.

Me: It's beautiful

Gab: Thanks.

I sat down beside her and placed her head on my laps.

Me: When are you resuming school?

Gab; Monday

Me: Will you come visit me when you're on vacation?

She raised her head and hugged me warmly. I was surprised.

Gab: My mum said I'll go to school from her place. I don't want to. My friends are here and I don't want to leave them, I don't want to go away from here.

I could feel her tears wet my nightie and I held her head, rubbing her hair and looking for the right words to say to her

Getting downstairs was a big task for me since I was entering another phase of my life where I'll not only take care of my boyfriend but his daughter. He kept reassuring me that it'll go down well with everyone.
Amber, Harry, Kosi, Yvonne and two other guys who's been around were in the sitting room watching football. Amber was on her phone while Yvonne was drinking from a glass. She was the first to notice us as we walked down the stairs.
i refused to look at her, instead, I busied myself by tying the knot of my nightie.
We were at the foot of the stair when Amber noticed us. She flashed me a smile and I hastily walked to her and sat between her and Harry.

Amber: Good morning. I can see you're glowing so there's no need to ask how your night was.

Me: Get out.

I waved at the other guys who were comfortably making noise upon seeing Greg.

Harry: So I'm too small to be noticed huh?

I spanked him playfully before saying my good morning.

Harry: It's really a beautiful morning.

Amber: I was actually waiting for your big question.

Me: Which is?

Amber: What time are we leaving please?

My face flushed in embarrassment as she laughed. I looked at Harry who has gone back to watching football and he had a smirk on his face.

Amber: So tell me, when do you want us to leave?

Me: Come on, don't be like this Amber.

Amber: I'm only trying to be nice, so as not to spoil your honeymoon you know?

Me: You know what, we're leaving now.

Amber: i doubt if you'll be able to leave your newly wedded husband just to return to work. It's so not possible.

I looked at her and heaved a sigh.

Me: You're tormenting my life Amber.

Amber: I know. That's to make life fun. If we dont have one friend who we enjoy tormenting, then, we're not living life yet.

Me: I see, so who'll be tormenting you?

Amber: Harry is doing that already.

It was my turn to laugh as the look on Harry's face became obvious he was listening to us. The house help who had brought breakfast to my room walked in and whispered to Greg before walking out. He stood up and came straight to me.

Greg: Hi Amber, I'm stealing your friend for something really important.

Amber: Don't be like that Greg, asking permission to open the door when the house is yours.

To my surprise, everyone in the room started laughing, which means they've been listening.

Greg: Don't mind these gossips babe, let's bounce.

He held out a hand and I took it, leaving the guys something to gossip about, all except Yvonne who was busy with her glass.
We followed the same hallway I had entered the first day we came here and we came out in another living room which was smaller than the main one. I wondered how many plots of land would have been used to build this castle. Little Gabriella was sitting on a ball sofa, watching little mermaid on the big flat screen which was adjacent to her. She didn't notice us walk in.

Greg: Morning princess.

She got down and was beside her father immediately

Gab: Good morning daddy

Greg: Thank you baby, hope you slept well?

Gab: Yes, thank you.

She looked at me and a smile appeared at the corners of her mouth.

Gab: Good morning aunt.

Me: Morning darling. How're you?

Gab: No, how are you? You looked like you could use a cuddle last night.

I looked at Greg and he pulled me close.

Greg: And she still needs it now, you mind sharing with her?

The little girl embraced me and I couldn't hold back my tears. She was so lovely and well mannered too.

Me: Thanks my dear.

Gab: You're welcome. Please, come and sit down. Welcome to my little quarter.

I smiled widely, surprised at her show of warm reception.
I sat down beside her and Greg sat on the ball sofa.

Gab: Don't ruin my sofa dad.

Greg: It was mine before you stole it.

Gab: But it's mine now so don't ruin it.

Greg: Alright, I won't

I listened to them argue and it reminded me of my relationship with my parents. i was closer to my dad and it always made my mum jealous.

Gab: Isn't it time for introductions yet?

Me: Oh my God.

It was said out of surprised and the little girl turned to me.

Gab: I'm Gabriella, and you are?

Me: I'm Pamela. It's nice meeting you Gabby.

Gab: I prefer Gab. And the pleasure is all mine.

I looked at Greg and he had a proud smile on his face. He deserves to be proud. It's not everyday you run into kids who can express themselves, especially, the rich ones.

Me: Thanks Gab.

She leaned in and gave me a hug while I struggled with my inner thoughts not to end up kidnapping her. Yvonne did a very excellent job raising this girl, I would give her the credits where she really deserves it.

Gab: Excuse me please.

Greg: Don't keep your guest waiting.

She flashed me a smile and disappeared inside.

Me: Yvonne really raised her well.

Greg: My mum did. I just sent her to Yvonne's parents the day I got news of my mum's death. Yvonne can't take care of herself let alone a child.

Me: I'm.....

Greg: No dear. It's alright.

Me: How old is she?

Greg: Will be seven in a couple of months.

Me: Wow.

Gabriella came back with an album and passed it to me before settling down beside me.

Gab: So aunt Pamela, are you my dad's girlfriend?

I smiled, slapping his shoulder lightly.

Greg: Wait a minute, are you a bully?

Me: If I were one, you won't be sitting down here, trust me.

Greg: Aha! Let the ancestors be praised. The food is getting cold.

While I laughed, he got up and drew the stool to where I was, carefully opening the dishes. White rice and tomato sauce.

Greg: We missed coffee, all thanks to you.

Me: And I know you don't wanna miss this one, because you're so not eating this food if you don't shut your mouth.

Greg: The evil Queen. I knew you were the Nigerian Morgana all along but it won't work for you. If I don't eat this, you won't eat it too.

Me: Hells. I'm hungry so ......

Greg; Goodness me, but some moments ago, you gave me this I'm not hungry response. You should be grateful I'm in love with you, if not, I would have had breakfast upstairs while you'll be here, forming angry birds.

I laughed heartily, feeling at peace with myself again.
We ate, cracking jokes and yabbing each other. He was good in everything and I didn't regret falling for him.

Greg: Good. So tell me, was it love at first sight or love at second sight or ?

Me: What are you saying?

Greg: Dummy. I'm asking you when you fell in love with me.

Me: Oh! It's probably the day we got here.

Greg: Liar. Mogana you're lying.

Me: I'm serious.

Greg: Hmmm. What if I tell you that you fell in love with me the day we met at shoprite?

Me: Oops. You failed

Greg: Then its love at first sight.

Me: Maybe.

Greg: Tell me about it.

He crossed his legs like he were in a cinema and that got me laughing, at his display of childishness.

Me: There's nothing to talk about. Girls don't disclose their innermost secrets.

Greg: Then I'll tell you mine, stingy Morgana.

Me: Yes please, I'm all ears.

His words flew, as he recalled that fateful day like it was yesterday. How he didn't notice me till I reminded him to tell the driver my location, how he had to pretend to be a customer at Chitis just so he could talk to me, how he was disappointed when I left without telling him a word about me, even after he helped me from the agbero guy.

Me: Since I didn't do it, what stopped you?

Greg: It wasn't my day I guess, I lost my mum that day, remember?

I nodded and allowed the silence to hang over the room.

Me: I need to see Amber so I'll know what time we'll be leaving.

Greg: Okay, but I'll really want you to stay back for a couple of days, please.

Me: Your offer is tempting but ......

Greg: Come one please, just two days, or maybe four.

Me: I'll think about it as we go downstairs.

Greg: Good. But first things first, I need to introduce you to Gabriella, she asked after the aunty who ran upstairs last night.

Me: For real?

Greg: Come, let's not waste much time. You need to get accustomed to a whole lot of things

I felt someone cuddle me and I opened my eyes slowly, the morning sun stealing into the room through the raised blinds.

Greg: Morning honey.

He was still here? He didn't leave?
I turned and I was facing him. He had a warm smile and his hair looked rough, after effects of last night I guess.

Greg: You mind breakfast in bed?

I couldn't figure out the right words to say. I just moped, confused and surprised at same time.

Greg: Baby?

Me: Greg, I think you should leave now.

Greg: Why?

He sat up and the bedspread fell off, exposing his morning wood.
I raised the bedspread, covering my half exposed bosoms.

Greg: Don't tell me you still have doubts after what we shared last night

Me: Not everyone who has sex goes into a relationship afterwards. Whatever we had was just for the moment.

Greg: What?

He stood up, not minding his nak€dness.

Greg: Pamela did you just say that? Don't give me the impression that you can go to bed with .....

Me: Save yourself the stress Greg. I was just trying to make a point.

He breathed out and picked his boxer, putting them on and maintaining eye contact with me.

Greg: What are you made of? Free yourself from whatever insecurity you're having. Don't ruin your life because of your stubbornness.

Me: I'm not stubborn or insecure.

Greg: You are. Maybe later you'll still tell me it's experience that made you who you are. Who doesn't have a story? At a point, we've all experienced something harsh so stop trying to make yourself the only victim of love gone bad.

His words pricked me hard and the tears started forming behind my ears. TRUTH! How hard and how much it hurts.

Greg: You keep blocking every good deed I've tried to come up with, you keep thinking I'm not good enough for you, you keep thinking I'll do the same thing they did to you. Pamela if you remain insecure, when will you meet the so called right man for you? You know what? I'm done here, suit ......

I broke down, stopping him midway. He allowed me to cry, using that time to dress up and raise the rest of the blinds.

Greg: Put something on let's go downstairs for breakfast. I believe everyone is waiting for us.

Me: I'm ...... I'm not hungry.

Greg: Really? It's okay if you're not. For me, I'm starving.

He left the room without throwing me another glance. I wiped my tear, wondering how stupid I had become. I got down and put on my nightie from the night before and walked to the window. It was a good sight cause it had a beautiful scenery.
I stood there for a while and decided to hit the shower, I didn't want to keep Amber and Harry waiting, just like I did the day we left for this place.
Just as I left the window, a knock came and the door swung open. Greg walked in, followed by a house help. She was carrying a tray which she dropped on the bedside stool and left, closing the door behind her.
I looked at Greg who was looking at me in return and I was tempted to laugh.

Greg: You should eat something okay? What am I saying? We're eating together.

Me: Can we at least, talk before eating?

Greg: If you say so my lady.

He sat down and I followed, sitting beside him on the bed which we had left unmade.

Me: Greg.…..

Greg; Before you start, let me apologise for what I said some minutes back. I'm sorry, didn't mean to make you cry or ....

Me: No Greg. You said the right thing, it was the truth and somehow, I was meant to hear them. I'm also tired of myself. I failed myself, I failed my friends and they failed me in return. I just wish I can turn the hands of time and start afresh. Sometimes, when I look back at the beautiful life I had years ago in school, I ask God to rewind the earth so I can make the right choices. Greg, I'm tired.

Greg: Exactly what I'm saying. We all have our stories. A lot of people create a beautiful life out of whatever ruins their story made of them but some foolish ones let their stories break them. Look at you, praying to have the ability to turn back the hands of time when you're still young. If you clock fifty, what will you now pray for?

He turned properly and made me face him, then he held my hands.

Greg: You're a beautiful woman, you've got everything life has to offer in its goodness. Why the hell do you need a turn back? I always pray that I'll be able to grow old because its a blessing. Why pause nature? Baby, you need to break free, comr out of that web and embrace life. You're a light drinker, you don't smoke, you don't have a tattoo so why pray to rewind? I don't intend to talk much but then, I want you to be better than this woman that spoke nonsense to me first thing this morning.

smokeydrinky:
PamelB, plz do u write for okadabooks? Do u have any completed story apart from alone?

Reading this is making my heart so gidi gidi.....the suspense is much mehn.. .. Who will pamela end up with? I can't wait to read til the end!!!!

tanx dear and no, I don't have any finished work apart from alone(for now)

Greg: I bet you've already figured out why I'm choosing you over Yvonne

Me: No matter what Greg, she's the mother of your child.

Greg: I know Pamela but what kind of wife does what she do?

Me: Wait. You two are married?

Greg: We were. Till she started having an affair with Kosi.

Me: What?

He sat down on the bed and carried his head in his palms, like they were suddenly heavy for him.
I pulled out the chair beside the dressing table and sat down in expectation.

Greg: I married her when Gabriella was two. She didn't want the marriage, that's why we couldn't tie the knot before Gabriella was born. But I wanted my family to be with me, I wanted to give my daughter a good life. Yvonne accepted my proposal and we got married. It was the best day of my life because I was madly in love with her and my child.

He stood up and came to the table, looked at me and poured himself a drink before going back to his former position.

Greg: Two months into the marriage, I noticed my wife is a chain smoker. I felt devastated that she could hide such information from me and when I confronted her, she spoke in a way and manner I never expected. That was when our marriage started falling apart. She goes out and doesn't come back for days and she wouldn't care about me or Gabriella. I decided we were going to move to this place so my mum would help bring her to order but I was so wrong. We left Lagos and relocated to this place and Yvonne ended up screwing my brother right under my nose, not once, not twice and .......

Me: Do you have issues with ...... Uhm ..... I know its none of my business but do you have health issues?

He gulped down his drink and stared at me with questioning eyes.

Greg: Is that what she told you? That I can't function as a man? Who in his right senses will make love to his wife knowing that she's a cheat? I tried my very best to make her comfortable, I gave her every satisfaction she needed but .......

He stood up and made for the door. I stood up too, not knowing why I was standing.

Greg; I'm sorry I couldn't make you enjoy your short time here, but if it were in my power, things wouldn't have turned out this way. I'm sorry.

He held the door handle and smiled at me, that kind of smile you give to someone just for them to stop bugging you.

Me: Greg

Greg: Don't worry Pamela, what will be will be no matter what. If it's destined that Yvonne will never leave my life, who am I to change that?

Me: Are you both divorced now?

Greg: We divorced two years ago but we have joint custody of Gabriella.

Me: Uhm...... do you still love her?

Greg: There's only one woman that I have love for right now. She's standing here with me but sadly, we can't do anything about the love we both share. She's afraid I'm going to hurt her, she's afraid of committing herself to me. All I want to do is love her and create my future with her, to spend my eternity by her side but she's afraid. And I've got to respect her decision.

We both stood there, staring at each other. His hand left the door handle and he began to walk towards me, our eyes locked together. He was in front of me the next second and I couldn't help but breathe in his masculinity.

Greg: Let me love you dear, I promise, not to hurt you or play with your emotions anymore.

Me: Greg

Our lips bonded, crashing together with each of us struggling to get the greater taste of the other. As if he noticed my legs were beginning to fail me, he carried me to the bed and placed me gently on it, then delivered light kisses from my toe to every part of my body. I moaned out in ecstasy, not wanting the moment to come to an end.
He helped me out of my nightie and stared at my pointed ni'pples with lustful eyes. I closed my eyes, trying to remember the last time I felt pleasure between my legs.
It's been such a long time, with Williams.
The feeling of his tongue on my tips brought me back to the moment. I opened my eyes and he was looking at me, at same time, sucking on my tips like a baby.

I moaned, current flowing through my veins and hitting all parts of me. I closed my eyes again and felt his hands trail an imaginary line from my stomach down to my organ, he played with the little hair there before sliding a finger into my pu'ssy.

"ah" I moaned as he tried to put in a second finger.
He withdrew and came up to give me a kiss which I returned willingly.

Greg: Baby

I opened my eyes and looked at him, loving the man I was seeing before me.

Greg: I .....

I hushed him with a kiss, trying my best not to give away my fears. i knew it would hurt but I had to do it, to have this memory with me forever.
I tugged at his shirt and the buttons flew to different directions, exposing his hairy chest and hard darkened ni'pples. I took one into my mouth and he grunted, holding the back of my head softly.
I trailed my finger to his belt, unhooked it and found my way into his boxer, freeing the monster that was being suppressed by his jean.
He left my head and fell to the bed while I took my time to UnCloth him, admiring his elegant body while I did so.
It was obvious he took time to work out on himself, he had a beautiful body which turned me on the more.
I lowered my head to his di¢k, taking his full length into my mouth. He murmured the name of the Lord and I began to suck him in, licking the head which was leaking with precum and taking him by his full length again, his veins, growing thicker by each second.
Like a flash, he turned me over and started a slow journey from my neck to my stomach, drawing circles and straight lines in most sensitive parts.
He pushed my legs open and I shuddered, praying that he doesn't waste extra time.
He brought his head down and his beards brushed my cl!t. I moaned, holding his head and urging him to do more. He teased my cl!t with his tongue at the same time, sliding a finger into my hole.

He stopped and looked at me, holding his di¢k and stroking it with his left hand

Greg: It's going to hurt dear

What do I care? I was sure he was going to disappear before morning and I won't be able to see him before we leave so why should he care?

Greg: Baby

Me: Take me Greg

[quote author=OLAFIMIX post=52638898][/quote]I'm sorry dear. e kpele

Perfectionist11:
Nice one... kEep it up.

tanx

Maryclaire1:
Pamela has suffered too much from heart break from the beginning till now biko nu PamelB help her .happy new year

same to you dear. tanx for joining d train

ArinzeAlec:
I told him how surprised i was that you do this. Funny enough, he's reading this too. Better hasten up ososo!

chamber? Reading? beta 2017 o

Dedicated to chumzypinky. I've not seen her yet but I'm sure she's a very stubborn girl. #kidding.




I ran all the way up to my room and locked the door, then I began to bring out my stuffs from the walk in closet and folding them into my box. Jesus help me because I'm so leaving this house first thing tomorrow. To think Greg is married and even has a child, yet he's been playing with my emotions while I got attracted to him the more.
What kind of curse did any sorcerer place on me? Tears ran down my eyes and dropped on my clothes but it didn't stop me from what I was doing.
I heard the door open and I cursed under my breadth, realisation dawning on me that I had left the door open. I looked up and it was Amber. She looked at me with eyes filled with emotions and I just had to let it loose.

Amber: What are you doing to yourself?

She was beside me immediately, holding me like I was going to topple over.

Amber: Hey hey. Get a hold on it, easy babe.

She helped me sit and I buried my head in her laps, letting all the pent up emotions run out. She kept stroking my hair, not saying a word.
When I was able to bring myself together, I raised my head to look at her.

Amber: Damn babe, you're an eyesore.

I smiled a little and shifted comfortably.

Me: We're leaving tomorrow huh?

Amber: Yes, can see you're ready.

Me; hmmm. What time exactly?

Amber: I'll try to make it as early as possible. I have missed the estate too.

Me: I won't be going to the estate. I'll be going to my parents. I've missed them and I want to share my recent experience with dad. He'll have one or two things to tell me.

Amber: That'll be nice dear. How long are you staying?

Me: Are you asking me that? So long as my mum is around, I might end up staying for a month or two.

She threw her head back and laughed heartily.

Amber: Mums will always be mums right?

Me: Right.

We kept quiet as if the room was a haunted one. I stood up and drew my box down. My only property which isn't in the box is the nightie I was wearing and the cloth I intend to wear home the next day. I heaved a sigh after I had dropped the bag on the floor and raised my head in time to meet Amber's gaze.

Amber: You're in love with him right?

I swallowed hard but didn't loose my smile.

Amber: Pamela?

Me: Isn't it obvious? At least, to you, it is.

I sat down and looked at my feet.

Amber: And you know it's not wrong right?

Me: It's wrong? Didn't you see that woman? I've never felt so intimidated in my entire life by my fellow woman. She's clearly everything I'm not.

The door swung open and my Greg, sorry, Greg walked in, looking from me to Amber.
I stood up out of impulse and I felt my heartbeat increase in a multiple of hundred.

Greg: She's everything you're not and that is why I love you Pamela.

I looked at his lips as they formed those words and my legs began to shake. Amber stood up and looked at me.

Amber: I'll excuse you two now. Baby, see you in the morning.

Me: Wait! Please ......

She nodded with a smile and left the room. Greg bolted the door and walked to the bed. I shifted and he pulled me into himself.

Greg: How long has it been?

I pushed him away, silently hoping that he holds me again, so I can perceive his musky scent.

Me: What?

I couldn't believe my voice. It was unsure and unsteady. I doubted my ability to resist him for much.

Greg: You love me Pamela

Me: Well, I used to.

Greg: Why? Did I do something wrong?

Me: Gregory please, I need to go to bed now because I'll be having a long day tomorrow. So I beg to be left alone.

Greg: Pamela, tell me what's wrong. I admit I've not been the best person to you since you came in, there are a lot of things I would have done but I failed to do them. Forgive me, but believe me as well, I love you. I've thought about it and realised it's not wrong.

I sat down and he followed suit.

Greg: The first time we met, you were so affectionate to me, without knowing who I was, you shared in my sorrow, you listened to me, you care Pamela and it's more than enough reason to choose you over Yvonne.

I looked at him and sighed. So her name is Yvonne, the mother of his daughter.

Greg: Talk to me Pamela. The silence is killing me.

Me: What do you want me to say?

Greg: That you love me

Me: I'm not stupid. What's the point of saying it when there's a woman in your life, someone who already has a place in your family? I'm not ready to subject myself to that kind of heartbreak anymore so please, leave me alone because this girl here knows her limits.

I stood up and walked to the door, unbolted it and walked the long corridor that will take me to the smaller living room where I'll get myself a drink to calm my nerves and maybe induce me to sleep.
There was no one in the living room so I just walked to the bar, got a bottle of spirit and a glass and began to walk out, my destination being the balcony where I'll clearly see the beautiful city of Enugu.

Getting to the balcony, the lights were out but someone was already there before me, smoking. i wondered who it could be before going to the opposite direction. Not to upset anyone, I didn't put on the light, I just walked to where I know a chair was, having spent most times in that balcony since I came.
I poured myself a drink and took it down in one gulp, opening my mouth to breath out once it hit my throat.

Yvonne: Impressive.

That voice. I struggled to recall where I had heard that voice and the image of the pretty woman with the little girl came to my head.
I suddenly felt the urge to throw up on her face. She was smoking? What kind of mother does that?
I heard her steps coming towards me and I braced myself for what was coming my way.

Yvonne: Are you his woman?

She turned on the lights and sat opposite to me and we stared at each other. The make up was off now and I clearly hated myself for wanting to be like her.

Yvonne: Let's drink to sharing the same man.

She made for my bottle and when I didn't object, she uncocked it, took a long drag and slammed the bottle on the table, thank goodness it's a plastic table though.

Yvonne: So why did you run? You stampeded like a mad ....... anyways, if Queeneth were alive, she would have sent you out of this house immediately.

She drank again from the bottle and I just looked at her.

Yvonne: So tell me, is he good in bed? Does he give it to you like a man or a boy?

I was forced to smile, this woman is really crazy, I swear to God.

Me: Uhm, Yvonne, I came here because I wanted a quiet time. If I needed company, I would have let my friend tag along with me.

Yvonne: Fate. It's destined already that we'll have this conversation.

Me: Sorry because I'm not interested in talking with you. I've got lots of things in my head.

Yvonne: Oops. Did he go flaccid on you? I mean, did he go soft on you? Then it's no biggie, his bro is equal to the task, trust me.

I became tongue tied. What did she just say? I stood up, picked my glass and the bottle and began to walk away but she ran after me.

Yvonne: It's clear you're this girlfriend of his who has taken him away from me but get something into this your thick head, I'm not leaving Greg for you? Not now, not ever.

Me: Okay!

Yvonne: Okay?

Me: Yes. Were you expecting to hear something else?

Yvonne: Are you crazy?

Me: It's you who's crazy. What kind of woman are you? To think that ..... Anyways, good night. I won't let you add to my burden tonight.

I turned and Greg was staring at us. I looked at Yvonne who was already going to him and shook my head. How did Greg end up with this crazy woman?

Yvonne: She's the reason you didn't want me here?

Greg: Yvonne don't start now. Pamel, let's go.

I walked past Yvonne and Greg took my free hand in his while we walked back to my room. My heart was thumping and I was scared it would jump out from my body.
I refused to look back, afraid of the hurt I'd see in Yvonne's eyes.
We got to my door and o stepped in while he remained out.

Greg: Pamela, please, can I come in?

I nodded and he came in and locked the door behind me.

"did he go flaccid on you? I mean, did he go soft on you?".
This words kept ringing in my head as I walked to the dressing table.

ArinzeAlec:
Long time, Yes! You decide to go low for sometime & it shows on your posts here!

my dear, who hides talent? Chamber was aware I write o. And about going lowkey on you guys, just ask Chamber. The guy gatz lots of explanation to give us. lol.

ArinzeAlec:
Hey Rose. I never knew you had this writing prowes rightly hidden in you. For bleeps sake, this got to be one intriguing story i have read on Nairaland. Remember me? I will wait!

And I just remembered d name, Arshavin right?

Olafimix, I see you bro.
I'm sorry i couldn't update yesterday. Was very busy.





Kosi stared from me to his brother without saying a word. Greg just sipped from his glass like he wasn't the one who dropped the bomb.

Kosi: Wow! I'm ..... really, I don't know what to say.

Greg: Alright

Kosi: Welcome to the family Pamela. I think I'll let you two be for now.

He picked the tray and left with it just the way he had come with it.

Greg: So babe, .....

Me: Shut up. What do you think you are? This is the height of it.

He stifled a laugh and smiled instead. I felt irritated and angry. How could he be so selfish. Right! I enjoyed him calling me his girlfriend but for what reason? When hr hasn't as much as said a meaningful word to me. We haven't even had a conversation that hinted wanting a relationship from me.

Greg: Height of what? Are you angry with me? Decades ago, parents arrange marriages for their wards. If Harry says you're good for me, then you're good and you're my girlfriend then.

I dropped my glass and turned to him, my insides burning with desire and need while my facial expression said something different, anger.

Me: And did you care about what I want? Is that all relationship is about? Matchmaking and arrangements? You're just running your mouth like a goat on heat without thinking to know what I want, if I really like you, if I'm attracted to you. Men will always be men. Yuck.

I brushed past him and almost ran downstairs. I just blew my luck. What if in playing hard to get, I had lost my chance of being with him forever? I wanted to slap myself or maybe go back to that terrace and tell him how I truly feel.
I entered the living room and it was empty. In my state, I had refused to notice the number of people outside who were coming in numbers for the wake keep. I had even forgotten I was here for the funeral of a well known woman.
I lowered myself into a cushion and closed my eyes. I heard steps coming from the staircase but I refused to open my eyes. I needed silence and I'm so getting it, I thought.

Amber: Hey lover girl, what's up?

I opened my eyes and looked at her. She had changed into a short and a "connect" baggy singlet.

Amber: Tell me, give me gist, what happened at the terrace? Kissing, smooching?

I shook my head and looked away before she settled beside me.

Amber: Did Greg spoil things for you two?

Me: I knew it. I knew you told him where I was.

Amber: Because he was worried, you needed to have seen him pacing around this sitting room. Anyways, I've taken your bag to the room he assigned to you. Pamela it's heavenly, it's more of a honeymoon suite, I .......

Me: Will I be staying alone?

Amber: Before nko? Or you want him to stay with you?

Me: I really don't have your time Amber. Are you aware that the guy who took me to the terrace is his younger brother?

She opened her mouth but nothing came out. It was my turn to smile because of her expression.

Amber: Uhm..... did he see anything?

Me: Nothing happened up there but I have this feeling Kosi is attracted to me.

Amber: Awww. Poor boy.

Me: You needed to have seen him walk out, I felt for him, and imagine Greg, introducing me as his girlfriend. That boy is so annoying.

Amber: I'm speechless, believe me, I'm speechless.

Me: Where's Greg, I mean, Harry?

She started laughing while I became embarrassed.

Amber: Look how much this Greg is affecting you babe. Harry is outside, they have a group stuff, more like a committee.

Me: Alright, show me to the room, I need to get out of these dress.

Amber: Okay. Let's go.

I didn't see Greg again that night because I didn't step out for the wake keep. I had kept myself busy with my phone since the music didn't allow me to sleep.
The next day, after the services and after Mrs Queeneth was lowered to mother earth, I also disappeared into the house and into the room I was given.
Staying away was better than showing yourself and being disregarded.
We spent two extra days at Chidi's residence after the burial before Harry announced over dinner that we would be leaving the next day. Greg had looked at him but didn't say anything. I was done eating and was about to head upstairs when a little girl of about six ran into the sitting room and straight to the dinning.
I watched her bubble with excitement straight into Greg's arms and the words she said next took half of my life out,

"daddy, I missed you."

Then, he kissed her on her forehead and replied in the affirmative. My throat burned and I held the railing for support.
As if that wasn't enough, a gorgeous lady, very beautiful like she wasn't from our planet walked in, carrying boxes that showed they had been on vacation or something. She looked around and I her eyes rested on the little girl.

"get down baby, your father is eating."
That was all it took to get me running upstairs.

ArinzeAlec:
Hey Rose. I never knew you had this writing prowes rightly hidden in you. For bleeps sake, this got to be one intriguing story i have read on Nairaland. Remember me? I will wait!

why won't I remember you? wow! its bin a long tym. This world is really a small place

Chumzypinky:
PamelB, u've nt answered my question oo. Were u Rosebernny

Do I look like someone u know?

update comes in a while please. Good morning you all

NazzyNaz:
Well done pamelb. U've really got talent.

tanx. I'm still learning dear

Lillyarna:
Thank you pamelB for the update

uwc dear

Your comments got me laughing so hard this morning.
And btw, I'm not married, neither I'm I engaged with anybody.






I hung up, angry at myself for picking the call in the first place.
I stood up and started going back to the house. I'm not going to let anger follow me all the way to this place.
Just before I got to the house, a guy walked to me, he wasn't really cute but he would pass as a macho guy.
His smile was also very decent. I recognised him as one of the guys I had seen inside.

Kosi: Hi

Me: Hi.

Kosi: I'm Kosi, saw you back inside.

He brought his hand for a handshake and I accepted it, his palm very soft that I was tempted to ask if he did any chores at all. Again, the way he pronounced "Kosi" was more of "Kozi".

Me: I'm Pamela, Pamela Bernards.

Kosi: Nice meeting you Pams.

I smiled at the name he called, reminding me of school days when we'll always shorten everybody's name for the sake of pet names.

Me: The feeling is mutual Kosi.

Kosi: So I've been watching you from here, you look like you need company.

Me: Yeah! I think that's why I'm heading back inside.

Kosi: I can do that for you, give you a tour of the house you know?

Me: Yes please. I'll so much love that.

Kosi: So then, be my guest.

He opened his right palm and j placed my left in it, he gave it a gentle squeeze and we began to walk. The sun was going home now and looking at everybody in the compound, it was becoming clear that something was going to take place that night and the next day.
We turned to a corner and I looked at him, expecting him to say something as regards to where we were since he was my tour guide but he said nothing so I just followed quietly. We followed a wide corridor and very soon, we were walking up a flock of stairs, still, he said nothing. We soon reached to the top of the roof, the terrace. It was another beautiful abode on it's own. He took me to the edge and I was able to see what looked like the city of Enugu in it's glory. The compound itself looked more beautiful from there, like a big castle of a king.

Kosi: This is my favourite place, reminds me always that there's truly a God who knows what's beautiful and keeps them beautiful even from up there.

Me: Wow! This place is another planet on its own.

Kosi: I'm glad you love it. So let's sit down and know more about ourselves, we could make a good team if we're both extroverts.

I laughed, like I was no introvert but I'm the simple kind of extrovert. lol right.

Me: What team would that be?

Kosi: We'll map it out when we're done talking.

Me: Right!

We sat down on a cushion just as a message got into my phone. I opened it and smiled, it was from Amber.
"did I just see you disappear with that guy?"

I quickly texted, "at the terrace" and sent it to her, then I looked at Kosi who was staring at me.

Me: Sorry, my friend wanted to know my location.

Kosi: Clean. So, you mind telling me something about you?

I wasn't going to make that mistake again. I had blurted out everything about me to Greg and he still played with my emotions, I'm not doing it now or ever again.

Me: Hmmm. You go first.

He looked at me and smiled.

Kosi: By my guess, you're more of a business person. It's alright then, use your time.

Me: Thank you Kozi.

I said pronouncing the "z" just the way he had said it before causing a smile to appear at the sides of his mouth.

Kosi: Second guess, you're here alone.

Me: Why would you think like that? You just saw me and ......

Kosi: And you were alone. No sane guy would leave his beautiful girlfriend alone, knowing there are so many hot guys around here who would gladly open his hands and take her from him.

Me: Word. But what if my boyfriend is busy at the moment or he trusts me so much to know I won't fall out of line?

Kosi: Hmmm. But at same time, I know you're alone because when we came in, it was just your friend and her boyfriend except your boyfriend is invisible.

We both laughed. Somehow, I felt very comfortable with this guy, not that I'll jump into giving him details about myself. He was free and very much knows how to entertain someone.

Kosi: Forgive me my lady. I need to get us drinks. What would you mind? Something hard?

Me: As long as we're taking it together.

Kosi: Alright. I'll be right back.

Before he stood up, Greg walked in with hands in his pocket.

Kosi: Good! Chidi please keep her company while I get us drinks. You're joining us right?

Greg: Sure.

Kosi winked at me and left before I turned my attention to Greg, the young man who counts in billions. He had smiled at Kosi a while ago but that smile had vanished. I saw jealousy in his eyes and then it struck me. If he is really jealous seeing me with Kosi, then I have to step up my game, he played hard to get with me so I'll have to do same.
I dropped my gaze to my phone, determined to look anywhere but not at him so I won't blow my cover.

Greg: Amber told me where you are, ain't you comfortable inside?

Me: I feel better here, having someone to talk to and have a good sight of the city.

Greg: So you're saying we were boring you back there? You would have said so and I'll do something about it.

Me: Something which doesn't include showing me nature. I don't know how Kosi read me so easily to know .....

Greg: Pamela you need to come back inside with me right now. I'm not comfortable with where you are.

Me: I'm not outside the house Greg.

Greg: You're my guest and I need to take care of you. Besides, you're supposed to be around me not ......

Me: I think I've heard enough.

I stood up and walked to him. It's working. He's jealous. Then why is he pretending not to like me?

Me: Kosi is a perfect company. I prefer it here.

Greg: I've got friends who just came in and wants to meet you.

Me: As what?

He breathed out and looked at me. I'm so enjoying this reaction.

Greg: Wait. I hope you're not trying to spend your time here with Kosi. Pamela, you're.....

Me: Is anything wrong with him? I'm having fun with him, he's actually made here lively for me.

Greg: Are you shitting me?

Me: Nah! I'm being serious.

Kosi came up just then with a tray with three glasses and a bottle of champaign. He looked at us and smiled before setting the tray down.

Kosi: Getting to know each other huh? Chidi, .......

Greg: Pour the wine Koz. I need to introduce you both.

Kosi: Wo wo wo! You guys know each other huh?

What's this guy doing? He had this beautiful smile on him which advertised his cute dimples. Kosi poured the wine and gave us each a glass. They sipped while I watched my drink like it was poison.
Greg came to me and held me by the waist, I shuddered, wondering why his touch affected me that much.

Greg: Baby, meet Koz, my younger brother.

I'm sure my eyes widened in shock because that moment, it was like they were gonna fall from it's socket.

Greg: Koz, meet my girlfriend, your soon to be sister in law.

Greg: Take the door by your left baby, its the first door you'll see when you walk down right.

I stood up and took the direction he gave me, finding myself in a huge hallway. Opening the door by my right, I got into the rest room and was surprised it had cubicles. Was this a hotel or a guest house? Honestly, I wasn't pressed or anything but i just needed to ease up on seeing him. I supported myself on the wall and breathed out.
"Pamela, you can do this, you need to be focused. He didn't show any interest in me so I don't have to show him how much his presence affects me."

I looked at myself in the mirror and was about speaking more sense to my brain when the door opened and he walked in.
I turned and looked away but he came closer and touched my shoulder, turning me to face him.

Greg: Did I tell you that you looked more beautiful in person than in pictures?

My eyes widened in shock and I swallowed hard. What was he saying?

Greg: You've got beautiful eyes Pamela. You know I couldn't stop thinking about you after the first time we met, then Harry told me about this cute neighbour of his and he sent your picture ......

"oh God! I'm so going to kill Harry. Is that it? Pairing me with this guy who knows he's playing with someone's feelings"

Greg: ........the last time we were together, it was Harry who called to confirm if I had seen the picture he sent me, I looked at it and it was you, I was speechless and ....

Me: Can I leave now? I'm done here.

He gave a cute smile and held my hand. I felt a current run down my spine and the hairs on my body stood up on alert.

Greg: Leaving the restroom or my house?

Me: The rest room of course.

I took my hands off his and walked out, going back to the sitting room. Harry and Amber were no longer alone. There were six more people in the room, four guys and two girls. I said my "hi" and went to Amber.

Me: Let's see outside.

She had this naughty smile on her face as she stood up. I looked at Harry and he made it obvious they were talking about me.
We got outside and I leaned on the rail.

Me: You know about it right?

Amber: Trust me, Harry is just telling me about it now.

Me: Do you know I've met that guy twice?

Amber: Are you serious?

Me: Yes.

I filled her in on how I met him and she couldn't stop wowing.

Amber: So with all you've said, I'm coming to the conclusion that you like this guy, correct me if I'm wrong.

Me: You're not wrong but ......

Amber: Cool. So just let everything play out the way it should be. I'm thinking that God is in support of this one, you two even met before Harry told him about you, so you see?

Me: But he doesn't like me. Do you know how much I fought myself not to cry that second day? He acted like ....... anyways, let's forget it but I'm not here for this hook up thing. We'll just do our thing and leave. By the way, we should leave for a hotel right away.

Amber: Nah. He made provisions for us.

Me: What! I'm not staying in this house. Go get the car key from Harry, I'll pick my bag and go ......

Amber: Calm down babe. You're acting like a teenager come on, it's obvious you're into this guy, look, its clearly written on your face but then,

She held my shoulder and tilted my head up.

Amber: I don't want to give you pep talks now. You're a big girl. In your own words, why not do your thing and leave when you want to? Running away from here or getting tensed up when you see him will only make him see how vulnerable you are and we don't want that.

Me: Seriously, if I knew we were coming to his place, I wouldn't agree to come along, seriously.

Amber: Let's call it fate. Come, let's go in and see what's up.

Me: Amber, let me take a walk, I'll join you guys shortly. But I need to get my phone.

Amber: It's with Harry. Do I get it for you?

Me: Now you're making me look like the teenager, I'll get it myself

We laughed and headed inside. They were in a conversation so I just picked my phone from Harry's side and exited without a word.
I walked to the fountain which was in the middle of the huge compound, surprised at the number of people who were already turning up. Everyone looked busy, either with arranging the chairs, filling the cooling vans, decorating canopies, taking pictures or even gossiping. I sat down on the pavement and took a beautiful picture for Instagram. I smiled at it and was about playing my favourite game of gardenscapes when my phone rang. It was Lois.
I contemplated between picking the call or letting it go to my voicemail. I picked it and listened.

Lois: Hello babe, I know you're listening to me, please where are you?

Me: Work.

Lois: Pamela, I'm so sorry for what happened between us, i was misguided. I .......

Me: Lois, I'm in the middle of something. I'll advice you call back.

Lois: Okay. Can I see you when you return?

Me: I'm not coming back soon. And, I want all the peace and quiet I can get. I'll talk to you later please.

Lois: Wait.

Me: I'm listening.

Lois: Take care of yourself.

Anger tightened in my throat and I just had to give it to her.

Me: I don't think I need that from you anymore. What do you care anyways if I take care of myself or not? I'm perfectly doing fine without you or your advice so quit trying to work your way back into my life. I'm sure you can't forget last night so soon.