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'Darling, what is wrong? '

Ima heart skipped a beat. 'Ini has been unable to talk for six days.'

'What! ' He glared at her like she just spoke a strange language.

'What did you just say? ' His eyes didn't leave her.

'It is true. ' She lowered her gaze.

'My God! How …how come? ' He managed before looking back to his daughter. 'Oh baby, what happened to you? '

Ini entwained her palms.

He look back at his wife. 'What has been done about this? '

'Nothing.' She replied flatly.

'Nothing? ' He almost thundered. Then he saw the crumbled paper on the rug. He went ahead to pick and straighten it.

'Please send for Indifreke. ' He looked from his wife to his daughter. 'You wrote this? '

Iniobong nodded.

'Your mum crumbled this? '

She nodded once more.

Imaobong felt herself tremble as Omoefe penetrating gaze settled on her.

'Have you called Indi? '

Ima swallowed before shaking her head.

He took quick breaths to calm himself. 'Put a call to him right away.'

She understand the tone of his voice as she ran to the bedroom to get her phone.

Omoefe sat beside her and took her hand. 'You will be all right Sweetheart. I'll make sure you are. '

Ini nodded.

He fetched his phone from his pocket and began to scroll through his contact for the number of a friend of his who was a Psychologist.

Ini rested her head on his lap. Her burden felt lighter.



***

'Eeeya … Babe thank you so much.' Temilade stroll into the kitchen and sat on a stool.

Ifeoma continued offloading the fruits in the nylon into the sink. Then she began washing them. 'Anything for my girl! ' She drawled.

She felt her muscles relax and it felt real good that she could have cried. Lost of what to say, she clung to him.

'Oh babe I'm sorry.' He looked into her eyes and saw tears. 'I have missed you.' He kissed her on the lips once more and her forehead.

'Welcome. ' She whispered.

They walked back into the sitting room with Imaobong carrying his bag.

Iniobong saw him first, though surprised and happy, her facial expression remained blank.

Then he saw her and became baffled when she didn't run to him.Nonetheless, he went and stoop before her.

'Sweetheart, I am sorry.' Omoefe took her hands. 'I understand that I left for so long and you have every right to be angry. I just couldn't come home and I sincerely apologize .' He had been gone for six months.

His apology echoed through her mind as though looking for a part of the broken part of her to soothe, when it couldn't soothe any, tears rolled down her cheeks.

Omoefe scooped her into his arms. 'My God, you're so light! '

For reasons she couldn't fathom, Ima felt a pang of guilt.

With eyes closed, she extended her arms across his neck. 'I thought you will be big momma now.' He twirl her. 'Won't my Sweetie say something like- Welcome back home dad.'

Ini clung tighter while Ima fold her arms tensed.

Omoefe place her back on the sofa and took her face in his palms. 'What is wrong, are you not suppose to be in school? '


Her look lingered on him momentarily and then she directed her gaze to Ima.

Omoefe stood to look at his wife,worry now creeping into his facial expression.

She felt her muscles relax and it felt real good that she could have cried. Lost of what to say, she clung to him.

'Oh babe I'm sorry.' He looked into her eyes and saw tears. 'I have missed you.' He kissed her on the lips once more and her forehead.

'Welcome. ' She whispered.

They walked back into the sitting room with Imaobong carrying his bag.

Iniobong saw him first, though surprised and happy, her facial expression remained blank.

Then he saw her and became baffled when she didn't run to him.Nonetheless, he went and stoop before her.

'Sweetheart, I am sorry.' Omoefe took her hands. 'I understand that I left for so long and you have every right to be angry. I just couldn't come home and I sincerely apologize .' He had been gone for six months.

His apology echoed through her mind as though looking for a part of the broken part of her to soothe, when it couldn't soothe any, tears rolled down her cheeks.

Omoefe scooped her into his arms. 'My God, you're so light! '

For reasons she couldn't fathom, Ima felt a pang of guilt.

With eyes closed, she extended her arms across his neck. 'I thought you will be big momma now.' He twirl her. 'Won't my Sweetie say something like- Welcome back home dad.'

Ini clung tighter while Ima fold her arms tensed.

Omoefe place her back on the sofa and took her face in his palms. 'What is wrong, are you not suppose to be in school? '


Her look lingered on him momentarily and then she directed her gaze to Ima.

Omoefe stood to look at his wife,worry now creeping into his facial expression.

zenie: Nice story dear...curious 2knw whr ds all ends

Thanks dearie. I am trying to update but Network is something else.

ELEVEN


Iniobong sat back and shut her eyes. She was tired of watching her mother pace in agitation.

'I am not going to spend my money unnecessarily, the earlier that sinks, the better. I bore you hale, you were not dumb! Never had it been once mentioned that any was dumb! Ima voice rose. 'It won't start with you my own daughter. Never! You can't be a disgrace to me! '


It was the third day after her arrival back from school.

She had expected her mum to calm down so she could pass the message but now, she was sure that won't happen soon. She opened her eyes, took her notepad and pen. Ini stood and handed her the paper.

'Please send for Indifreke. ' She read out in disgust. 'So he is the one to do finishing slumped into the nearest sofa and laughed haughtily crumbling the paper too.

Iniobong eyes widened more out of worry than fear.

Just then, the door bell rang, it made Ima sit up. It was a working day and she wasn't expecting anybody.

It rang a second time before she stood and head for the door.

Imaobong opened and was rooted stunned.

He laughed, took her into his arms for a warm embrace and a kiss.

Network has not helped and I apologize.

'Yeea …yeea!! ' Temilade screamed with both hands on her head. She was seated on the rug and her legs were outstretched.

It was the umpteenth time she would listen to the voice message after she had received it a couple of days ago.

She was still shocked to her very marrows. When she thought happiness, fulfillment and companionship was hers for life, pain and sadness decided to take charge.

'Yeeaa! ' She screamed and broke into sobs. She had thought screaming would make the pain go away and better still arouse her from the mare.

'Oh Emmanuel … my God will judge you.' She raised an index finger and her body shook.

She had the genotype AS, the previous relationship She had left sore after months of friendship, love and understanding only to discover they shared genotype. The break up had been painful but there was nothing to do about it.

Yes, each left her raw but she decided to try again.

Emmanuel came along and after two months with him, it was like an answered prayer. He was everything …just everything she wanted.

He reverence God,loving, understanding , matured, in fact more than the guys she hard dated in time past, he had a stable finance, good sense of humor, outgoing unlike her, thereby complementing her. She had a Good laugh when he told her his hobbies because they were almost same with his.

He treated her specially.

She remembered a day they were strolling and came across a pool of water they had to jump across. While she stepped back to gather momentum, Emmanuel lifted her by the waist onto his shoulder and they jumped together. She had to plea to be put down.afterwards before spectators thought of their phones and Facebook .

Tears rolled down her cheeks.


He came into her life when her father and mother did more of sending her money than checking up on her. When she lost her maternal grandparents she had been her confidant. She had him her everything and he had turned out to be an embodiment of lies. He dared to be dishonest when he knew she had been so honest with him.

He had send her a recorded voice message with confessions and told him not to bother to find him because it would be wasted effort.

Indeed it was, true to his words.

It was great discipline she didn't have sex with him but she had imagined them married and what their children would look like.

She thought of her childhood, being caught in between.

'Yeeaa!' Temilade shouted wishing her life would end. It was too much for her. 'Yeeaaa!!! ' Her chest tightened and she clinged to it with both hands. She coughed and took quick breaths. She began to wheeze.

Water, she needed water. She made to stand and then slumped.

[quote author=Karev_wite]mehn ar no go lie...ar dn dai misplace 4 ds tori[/quote]where?

'Alone?' He almost whispered, the coldness of her voice penetrated and down his spirit. Something serious must be wrong, he couldn't remember when last she addressed him by his name. 'I can't leave you alone, not now, not ever.

She shook her legs in an effort to calm the agitation that was building within her.


'Baby, what's all this now? I would never have believed a day would come when I have to beg for you to trust me.' His voice portrayed how hurt he was.

'I had a mind set that most men were same but I met you and I felt I was wrong ...' She gave a short laugh . 'Only to be fooled again.'

Astonishment and Confusion found a meeting point in his mind and he blanked out momentarily. His heart beat quickened, he found his voice. 'Cynthia …what are you talking about? '


Cynthia gave him a cold stare that send shivers down he spine. She handed him her phone and his hand trembled as he received it.


He look down the screen and gasped.

The network is terrible, I've been trying so hard to update

Winnie1950: Am i the only one thinks Cynthia is dating both chidubem and prince? This is my first time of commenting on this thread and i must say u are doing a great job but your short updates are discouraging readers I'll advice u to increase the length of ur updates. No offence intended

I wonder if I in anyway suggested that because it's not true. Cynthia has No biz with Prince.

She heard the footsteps and wipe her tears but it came back all in torrents.

He rushed to her side. 'Baby, baby … what is it ?' He tried to cuddle her.

She sniffed and shrugged away his arm.

'Your friend called me to inform me you have been crying and you've not been picking my calls since yesterday. What's wrong? ' His brows creased worried. He had never seen her in this condition before. 'Bestie, talk to me. Is everything all right at home? '

'Chidubem …' Cynthia wiped her tears once more and clear her voice. 'I want to be alone. '

'That girl must have some nerves.' He muttered and pace the room but he wanted her for keeps.

He worked his fingers through his scalp and sat on the bed. His phone sang, on sighting the caller ID, he hissed.

'Superman, how far? ' She was one of his client, a 25 year old, eighth wife to an Emir.

'I'm Good.'

'My body is trembling already and It's aching for your magical touch.' She giggled.



They had an appointment in a couple of hours.

'Bintu, I have something to do right away and don't know when I'll be done.'

'No... no nooo Prince, you can't do that.'

'I will send one of my boys over. '

'I didn't pay half a million to have one of your boys come over!' She was exasperated.


'You will get a refund by morrow. '

'No Prince, why are you like this now. Don't deprive me, don't suffocate me please. ' She was on the verge of tears.

He hissed and ended the call.

He head to his wardrobe, deciding to see Eniola.




***

Jiteshell: Time to change from operation chop-clean-mouth.
I love tonights update, the little step Ini is taking, keep it up.

Shebi?

If una gree fear for even catch me. Emergency Duty called but I promise to update tomorrow, I'll be offduty.

'Sunshine please …'



'Please don't sunshine me, I wasn't your sunshine when you hit me twice. '


'Babe I have said I am sorry. Didn't get you the bouquet of flowers, perfumes and cloths?'

She laughed hysterically. 'Prince do I appear to you like I lack those things?'


'Aww … easy on me already. '

'You think you can hit me and get away with it. Which responsible man hit his girl? '

His anger was brewing but he had to keep it in check.He exhaled. He couldn't believe he had joined the train of guys he used to describe as weaklings, so this what they did to pacify a lady . He was determined to keep a relationship for the first time in his life. He was beginning to grow a soft spot for her bravery and decency.

'Sweetheart I promise not to hit you again. '

'Hmmmm …' Cynthia returned thoughtfully.

'I really want you back babe. I have a show to attend and I want us to walk on the red carpet side by side.

'On one condition Prince...'

'Anything for you babe.' He smiled,loving the fact that he had won.

'You will come to my house, prostrate and apologize. '


'Huh? Babe …' He began to protest when the beep sound of the call being disconnected hit his ears. She had ended the call.

'Damn it! ' He tossed his phone angrily on the bed.

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ceira: Queenstar dearie.....nice update.thumbs up....bt dis update is smal o....pls more

awww Ceira dearie, thanks and your opinion is noted.

[quote author=Karev_wite]erm accordin 2 d conversation its lyk dai are bf n gf nd i saw sutmtn lyk maama! yle readin...jst wnt u 2 clerify dt part 4 me...maib am d 1 confusing ma self[/quote]Maama not mama, that's a pet name.

FIFTEEN MINUTES LATER,

AFTER much interrogation,

Iniobong kept staring at her, her expression unreadable.

'Am I not talking to you? ' She demanded for the second time.

Imaobong slapped her and was about to do so a second time when the school nurse came between them.


'That is not the proper thing to do . Beating her is not the best, it could make her condition worst.'

'Madam, she is pretending! '

'How can you say such a thing, it is no fun to play dumb for three days, three good days .' She emphasize showing her her fingers. 'Iniobong is one of the nicest child and we are quite close. So I can say without any doubt that she is not pretending. You should calm down and find out what's wrong, she needs you to care and love her now more than ever before. Get her professional help please Madam.'

Ima looked at her daughter sizing her up. 'Get your things and meet me in the car.' She hissed.

Ini picked her bag and made to head out with tears rolling down her cheeks but the nurse took her in her arms. 'Hush …dearie, it is okay. I know you will come back to school fine. l want you to know that I won't stop praying for you. ' She look at her face and wipe her tears with her palms. 'It is well.'

Ini nodded and left.

She saw her tremble. 'some mothers ehen …' she mused and exhaled.


***

TEN

'My own daughter?' Imaobong touched her chest and stared at the principal in complete disbelief.

'Yes Mrs Okoh, for three days she has not uttered a sound, she has not talked to anyone. Her expression has been blank. Her best friend and we all have done everything to no avail. ' The principal exhaled. 'I had to send her to the school clinic yet nothing. '

'Is this a joke or something? ' Ima adjusted herself on the seat.

'Iniobong is one of our best student, we are all pained and worried about this new development. I suggest you seek professional help.'

Ima shook her head before she stood and picked her bag. 'I want to see Ini.' She was exasperated. She was going to make sure she wished she never thought of this prank talk.more of executing it. She followed the principal out of the office.

I've been having busy day at work and I come home drained, I'll update as soon as I can. Thanks for understanding.

Jiteshell: The silent readers should not stop you from showing your talent and sharing it online, it gets better with time.

I know better now. Thanks

ceira: Thumbs up dearie....
Next chapter pls....

Sweetie thanks.

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She adjusted the pillow and allow her head sink into it.

'Thank you thank you Lord, thank you Lord, Thank you Lord for everything you have done ...'

'In our lives.' Emmanuel interjected.


'Thank you thank you Lord, thank you Lord, thank you for everything you have done.'



'Every time I see the break of anew day, I say thank you Lord …' Emmanuel sang.


Temilade joined and they sang more worship songs for five minutes.

'Sweetie were you able to read our Bible passage for the week? '


'Yea Gorgeous I did.'

She smiled and turn to lie on her abdomen. she reached out and took her Bible.

'Isaiah chapter 60 verse one to the end is sweet passage, I had to memorized verse one.'


'I'm glad...'She drawled. She quickly inserted a eyepiece and flip the Bible. 'Oya close your eyes and tell me.'


Arise, shine for thy light is come and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee …It is risen upon us,it is risen upon our families, it risen upon all we lay our hands on …'

'Amen.'She supported shutting her eyes.

'From verse one, I learnt that I have no reason to be down, I've no reason not to shine.'


'That's right! ' Temilade seconded.

'So what did my baby learn? '

'l am very happy Sweetie that you read the Scripture for this week .'

'Mmmmh …'

'I learnt that it's a great privilege to be a child of God. The passage speaks explicitly on the blessings and promises for God's children. We will read alternately verse 15,18,to the end and personalise them prayerfully.'

They were having their once in a week midnight devotion.

The day after his expected arrival, he had called and told the accident which left him with a sprain on wrist and ankle and some bruises. His phone screen was smashed and had to make do with that of a fellow passenger. They had been rushed to a cottage hospital.

He had spent three days there and they had communicated.

Though she was disappointed that he had to go back to work but she was grateful he was hale and hearty.

'Have you been able to reach your parents? '

'No. ' She sobered, 'they hardly have my time, all engrossed by their families. '

'I'll always be there for you honey, you know that right? '

She nodded before whispering, 'Yes.'

'I love you.'

'I love you too.'



***

Thanks dear. I'll try to update tomorrow.

Both stared at the strip.

Silence prevailed, the fear of the unknown saturating the room. Wind of fate was present too.

'What if I get pregnant? '

'So be it Ini, I will be there. We will get the needed battles together. I promise to be there even if I have to drop out of school. '

She folded her arms and nodded.

He added pressure on the pipette and three drops of urine entered the hole. He turned to face her. 'We are looking as at this together. Two pink line positive, one pink line negative. '

She nodded her heart beats quickened, her palms were cold.

He exhaled before extending his hand.

They covered the distance and saw the result.

Indi felt Ini became limp on him


***

He held the bottle with both hands as he poured into a glass, knowing it was one of the most expensive in the world. He handed him the glass of chateau d' Yquem, the special vintage white wine.

Prince received the glass and took a sip, he was completely unclad on the bed.He savored the taste, letting it linger. He close his eyes.

'Ambrose, you can indulge yourself. '


'No thanks Boss.' He was in briefs.

'You have lectures? '

'Yes Boss.'

''righty … get me my cheque book.'

He gave him a pen also.

He wrote him a cheque of two hundred thousand naira.

'Thank you sir.' He gave a low bow. 'Boss? '

'Yes Ambrose? ' He took another sip.

'I won't be able to come tomorrow night. A guy died in my department and there will be a candlelight procession.'

'Hmmmm …what happened to him? '

He sobered shaking his head. 'He barked like a dog for a week, his family took him everywhere to no avail. It was revealed that he had sex with a man whose husband was in a fraternity. '

'I see …the reason for your distraction.'

Ambrose lowered his gaze.

'Take your time.' He chuckled.

'Thank you very much sir.' He gave a low bow and started putting on his cloth.

'Whatever …' He waved a hand dismissively and shrugged as an imagination of the story he just heard flashed in his mind.

Prince stood, stretched and strolled to the bathroom.

As the door closed, Ambrose jammed his fist on the wall disappointed.

He had more things to tell him, he wanted to quit, he was becoming afraid of the consequences of his actions but he was scared, scared of his Boss. He shuddered as he remembered How his Boss had almost strangled one of his colleagues in his presence. He quickly put on his shoes.


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ceira: Queenstar deawie....am so enjoyin ur story...pls am expctin ur update....pls continue na

Thanks darling.