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  • My Name is AKA – Episode 5

    My Name is AKA – Episode 5

     

    MY NAME IS AKA

    My Name is AKA – Episode 5

    Written By Amah’s Heart

    “I’m not going back, I want to go home..” I finally summoned courage and said and I stood headstrong on my word

    I knew that saying such will land me in trøuble but I refused to waver.

    I’m not backing down no matter what comes out of it.

    “What did you just say..? My aunty asked, pretending like she didn’t hear me well

    I cleared my throat loudly and repeatedly said.

    “Aunty, I’m sorry but i have to disobey just this once, I have never gone  against your words or argue with your orders. I’m an obedient girl and my parents raised me well but since nobody wants to listen to me, I just have to look out for myself..”

    “…my both parents are still alive, I want to go back to them, I’m not going back to Uncle Lambert house…”

    “…I just explained what transpired in his house, how he has been making strange advances at me for a while now, I was afráid going to his house but nobody was willing to listen to me, I took a friend with me to his place but as my friend and one of his domestic boy went to the kitchen, uncle Lambert said I will be cleaning his room, on getting to the room he began to touch me inappropriately, I told him to leave me to do my job, I even said I will tell my uncle and aunty and he said nobody will believe me..”

    “… and he’s obviously right because no matter how many times I said this, none of you believe that your favorite,  uncle Lambert is capable of such évil, you want to cover him up, I’m not surprise at all, I know if It was Nunu or Molly, you will definitely take this up untill the truth surface. You all won’t hesitate to dig up the truth and expose this culprit..”

    “You really got some nerve, your guts needs to be unwinged you daughter of a nobody, stúpíd girl..”

    My Aunty stood up and try to sláp me but the camouflage human among them, in the person of Lambert stopped her.

    “Is okay Aina, she’s just naive and misled. I’m afraid she’s probably moving with group of kids that are dëcéiving her…”

    “.. I will forgive her for everything she said because of the Love I have for this family. is actually painful, so painful that my good deed will turn out bād…”

    “I’m very sorry Lambert, so so sorry. I know this is dirts to your person and reputation. I never knew that this girl is capable of such évil accusations..” my uncle said before Turning to me.

    “… Aka, we took you in as ours, cared for you, food on your belle, shelter and even pays school fees every term for you. How could you do this, lie against a good friend of this family because you begged him for money and he refused and while he was trying to advice you, you angrily pushed him and he fell..”

    “,I didn’t just fall because of her pushing..” Lambert interrupted

    “… something slipped me right down and at that moment my Life flashed before me. I was in shock on the ground for about five minutes and when I finally recovered she was gone, I checked and realized that it was the banana peel she ate and left on the ground that brought down…”

    “Hey! This girl is capable of kílling, imagine what she went to do because she was given freedom to come clean your house, this is why is not good to help the poor. She even have the nerve to start talking trash..hey! Human being..” my aunty kept exclaiming angrily.

    “She had requested for the banana, after I asked her if she had eaten and she said she was hungry but will rather take money instead of food. I even asked my domestic staff to prepare something for she and her friend. But Aka refused and it was until I was pointing out the important places in my room I needed her to tidy because she came late, my boy has already cleaned almost the entire house. Aka surprised me and you can ask my boy or even her friend if any of what I said is a lie. I’m a very important person and I will not want anything that will ruine my reputation..”

    “We understand that very clearly and so sorry for everything. She’s always acting like she can’t hürt a fly in the house, unknown to us that she’s a viper, very dangerous girl and is not even safe for her to live with us again..” my aunty said

    “No, no.. I’m not asking you to drive her away, I only want her to be cautioned. My reputation is on the line, let me put it to you that Aka can make a very good actress, she surprised me today.”

    “Uncle Lambert, so how did you get out and come down here without Aka seeing you leave..” Molly whom I thought was watching her favorite Barbie show on her iPad said while looking up at Lambert.

    “Stay quiet or better go to your room when adults are talking. This is not a kid discussion so quit bothering everyone..” Nunu warned her sister while demonstrating with her phone in hand.

    “Why are you also here Nunu, when you’re not yet an adult? I’m eight years and will soon be nine, I’m not a kid. If I’m not meant to be here then that includes you too, beside uncle Lambert can explain how he left the house unnoticed. Aka doesn’t like lying, she said so herself…”

    “Shush your childish mouth Molly, don’t talk when adults are having discussion that doesn’t concern you. I’m thirteen and that makes me old enough to be here. And your question is irrelevant because your Aka, the common maid you always support went to steal from Uncle Lambert but get caught in the trap and she’s a big liár, Hope all this will make you have a rethink when next you want to defend a commoner…”

    Their father asked them to keep quiet and go to their room

    Austin wasn’t home, if not he would have joined the gang to condemñ me.

    Mr Lambert asked that Nunu and Molly to stay back so that he can explain to them clearly.

    “She asked for money and I said I was going to give her after she is through with the cleaning. She went to the fridge in my room and took apple and banana without my permission but I didn’t take offense since she’s from here. After I left Aka to clean my room, I returned back and saw that she was busy searching my bedside cabinets for money. I try to advice her because I’m sure she must be getting the wrøng advise either from school somewhere, Aka became angry and said she wasn’t cleaning the room anymore, she pushed me aside and that was when the banana peel she dropped on the floor sent me crashing down, my glass bedside table that I got from Paris, is very fragile and have been with me for ten years, sadly it broke into pieces. The saddest part of this whole thing is that Aka left me struggling with my life and went to the kitchen to eat. She initially said she was not hungry but after the incident..”

    He sighed sadly, shakes his head.

    This whole lie came out very smooth in his mouth. He must’ve properly cooked it up on his way here or planned it ahead.

    . Lambert is indeed a wícked man.

    “…did you all know that they were busy eating and making serious noise in my kitchen when I walked out of the house unnoticed? I drove out with my driver, I stopped to quickly see my doctor at the hospital. After the check up, I felt relieved when he assured me that there’s no serious hürt. He took care of the little wound I sustained and gave me some pain relief, I felt fit again. I decided to drive by myself down here, thinking she was already home…”

    “… The main purpose of her coming to my place is still not fulfilled. That’s why I wanted her to come over, maybe by tomorrow to finish up with the cleaning

    “Sorry uncle Lambert..” the kids chorused.

    “We can’t stop apologizing for Aka’s attitude. Please my friend, don’t take it to heart..” my uncle said

    “Once she’s done cleaning your place tomorrow, she’s going back to the village. I can’t live with such maid, who knows what next she will do, causing problem for us or even running away with our money. Before my help will turn to my doom, she will have to go back to her wretched parents…” My aunty said añgrily.

    “Aka, com’on kneel down and apologies to Lambert, ask for his forgiveness and make sure you remain on your knees until he forgives you..” my uncle barked at me

    “Uncle, he’s lying. I have been here for three years and you all knows that I’m not capable of any of what he mentioned, I haven’t stolen anything in my life before. I have already said the truth, please don’t send me back to his hy. Mr Lambert wanted to râpé me, I’m not lying. None of what he said is true. He was touching my bréâst and..”

    My Aunty angrily rose up from her seat, pounce on me like a prey, the next thing is double slap on my face

    She kicked and hit me none stop until I was on the ground.

    Her husband asked her to let me go

    “Mummy beat her very well..” that’s Nunu’s voice.

    Lambert was acting like a savior telling them to stop beating me.

    I was left with injuries

    I was forced to apologise to Lambert.

    Mr Lambert said such accusations I Iabelled on him is huge, if care is not taking he may even get me arrested.

    my aunty said he can go ahead and lock me up.

    My uncle told his friend that it haven’t gotten up to involving the police.

    “..since there’s a witness, the friend Aka went with to your place we should go get her since she stays not too far from here. Atleast the girl will get to say all that happened..”

    I felt better atleast I told Eliza what happened and she knows some of this things. 

    It will be my word against Lambert.

    I hope Eliza will stick to the truth.

    (Do NOT TAKE CREDIT OR PLAGIARIZE AMAH’S HEART STORIES)

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  • My Name is AKA – Episode 5

    My Name is AKA – Episode 5

     

    MY NAME IS AKA

    My Name is AKA – Episode 5

    Written By Amah’s Heart

    “I’m not going back, I want to go home..” I finally summoned courage and said and I stood headstrong on my word

    I knew that saying such will land me in trøuble but I refused to waver.

    I’m not backing down no matter what comes out of it.

    “What did you just say..? My aunty asked, pretending like she didn’t hear me well

    I cleared my throat loudly and repeatedly said.

    “Aunty, I’m sorry but i have to disobey just this once, I have never gone  against your words or argue with your orders. I’m an obedient girl and my parents raised me well but since nobody wants to listen to me, I just have to look out for myself..”

    “…my both parents are still alive, I want to go back to them, I’m not going back to Uncle Lambert house…”

    “…I just explained what transpired in his house, how he has been making strange advances at me for a while now, I was afráid going to his house but nobody was willing to listen to me, I took a friend with me to his place but as my friend and one of his domestic boy went to the kitchen, uncle Lambert said I will be cleaning his room, on getting to the room he began to touch me inappropriately, I told him to leave me to do my job, I even said I will tell my uncle and aunty and he said nobody will believe me..”

    “… and he’s obviously right because no matter how many times I said this, none of you believe that your favorite,  uncle Lambert is capable of such évil, you want to cover him up, I’m not surprise at all, I know if It was Nunu or Molly, you will definitely take this up untill the truth surface. You all won’t hesitate to dig up the truth and expose this culprit..”

    “You really got some nerve, your guts needs to be unwinged you daughter of a nobody, stúpíd girl..”

    My Aunty stood up and try to sláp me but the camouflage human among them, in the person of Lambert stopped her.

    “Is okay Aina, she’s just naive and misled. I’m afraid she’s probably moving with group of kids that are dëcéiving her…”

    “.. I will forgive her for everything she said because of the Love I have for this family. is actually painful, so painful that my good deed will turn out bād…”

    “I’m very sorry Lambert, so so sorry. I know this is dirts to your person and reputation. I never knew that this girl is capable of such évil accusations..” my uncle said before Turning to me.

    “… Aka, we took you in as ours, cared for you, food on your belle, shelter and even pays school fees every term for you. How could you do this, lie against a good friend of this family because you begged him for money and he refused and while he was trying to advice you, you angrily pushed him and he fell..”

    “,I didn’t just fall because of her pushing..” Lambert interrupted

    “… something slipped me right down and at that moment my Life flashed before me. I was in shock on the ground for about five minutes and when I finally recovered she was gone, I checked and realized that it was the banana peel she ate and left on the ground that brought down…”

    “Hey! This girl is capable of kílling, imagine what she went to do because she was given freedom to come clean your house, this is why is not good to help the poor. She even have the nerve to start talking trash..hey! Human being..” my aunty kept exclaiming angrily.

    “She had requested for the banana, after I asked her if she had eaten and she said she was hungry but will rather take money instead of food. I even asked my domestic staff to prepare something for she and her friend. But Aka refused and it was until I was pointing out the important places in my room I needed her to tidy because she came late, my boy has already cleaned almost the entire house. Aka surprised me and you can ask my boy or even her friend if any of what I said is a lie. I’m a very important person and I will not want anything that will ruine my reputation..”

    “We understand that very clearly and so sorry for everything. She’s always acting like she can’t hürt a fly in the house, unknown to us that she’s a viper, very dangerous girl and is not even safe for her to live with us again..” my aunty said

    “No, no.. I’m not asking you to drive her away, I only want her to be cautioned. My reputation is on the line, let me put it to you that Aka can make a very good actress, she surprised me today.”

    “Uncle Lambert, so how did you get out and come down here without Aka seeing you leave..” Molly whom I thought was watching her favorite Barbie show on her iPad said while looking up at Lambert.

    “Stay quiet or better go to your room when adults are talking. This is not a kid discussion so quit bothering everyone..” Nunu warned her sister while demonstrating with her phone in hand.

    “Why are you also here Nunu, when you’re not yet an adult? I’m eight years and will soon be nine, I’m not a kid. If I’m not meant to be here then that includes you too, beside uncle Lambert can explain how he left the house unnoticed. Aka doesn’t like lying, she said so herself…”

    “Shush your childish mouth Molly, don’t talk when adults are having discussion that doesn’t concern you. I’m thirteen and that makes me old enough to be here. And your question is irrelevant because your Aka, the common maid you always support went to steal from Uncle Lambert but get caught in the trap and she’s a big liár, Hope all this will make you have a rethink when next you want to defend a commoner…”

    Their father asked them to keep quiet and go to their room

    Austin wasn’t home, if not he would have joined the gang to condemñ me.

    Mr Lambert asked that Nunu and Molly to stay back so that he can explain to them clearly.

    “She asked for money and I said I was going to give her after she is through with the cleaning. She went to the fridge in my room and took apple and banana without my permission but I didn’t take offense since she’s from here. After I left Aka to clean my room, I returned back and saw that she was busy searching my bedside cabinets for money. I try to advice her because I’m sure she must be getting the wrøng advise either from school somewhere, Aka became angry and said she wasn’t cleaning the room anymore, she pushed me aside and that was when the banana peel she dropped on the floor sent me crashing down, my glass bedside table that I got from Paris, is very fragile and have been with me for ten years, sadly it broke into pieces. The saddest part of this whole thing is that Aka left me struggling with my life and went to the kitchen to eat. She initially said she was not hungry but after the incident..”

    He sighed sadly, shakes his head.

    This whole lie came out very smooth in his mouth. He must’ve properly cooked it up on his way here or planned it ahead.

    . Lambert is indeed a wícked man.

    “…did you all know that they were busy eating and making serious noise in my kitchen when I walked out of the house unnoticed? I drove out with my driver, I stopped to quickly see my doctor at the hospital. After the check up, I felt relieved when he assured me that there’s no serious hürt. He took care of the little wound I sustained and gave me some pain relief, I felt fit again. I decided to drive by myself down here, thinking she was already home…”

    “… The main purpose of her coming to my place is still not fulfilled. That’s why I wanted her to come over, maybe by tomorrow to finish up with the cleaning

    “Sorry uncle Lambert..” the kids chorused.

    “We can’t stop apologizing for Aka’s attitude. Please my friend, don’t take it to heart..” my uncle said

    “Once she’s done cleaning your place tomorrow, she’s going back to the village. I can’t live with such maid, who knows what next she will do, causing problem for us or even running away with our money. Before my help will turn to my doom, she will have to go back to her wretched parents…” My aunty said añgrily.

    “Aka, com’on kneel down and apologies to Lambert, ask for his forgiveness and make sure you remain on your knees until he forgives you..” my uncle barked at me

    “Uncle, he’s lying. I have been here for three years and you all knows that I’m not capable of any of what he mentioned, I haven’t stolen anything in my life before. I have already said the truth, please don’t send me back to his hy. Mr Lambert wanted to râpé me, I’m not lying. None of what he said is true. He was touching my bréâst and..”

    My Aunty angrily rose up from her seat, pounce on me like a prey, the next thing is double slap on my face

    She kicked and hit me none stop until I was on the ground.

    Her husband asked her to let me go

    “Mummy beat her very well..” that’s Nunu’s voice.

    Lambert was acting like a savior telling them to stop beating me.

    I was left with injuries

    I was forced to apologise to Lambert.

    Mr Lambert said such accusations I Iabelled on him is huge, if care is not taking he may even get me arrested.

    my aunty said he can go ahead and lock me up.

    My uncle told his friend that it haven’t gotten up to involving the police.

    “..since there’s a witness, the friend Aka went with to your place we should go get her since she stays not too far from here. Atleast the girl will get to say all that happened..”

    I felt better atleast I told Eliza what happened and she knows some of this things. 

    It will be my word against Lambert.

    I hope Eliza will stick to the truth.

    (Do NOT TAKE CREDIT OR PLAGIARIZE AMAH’S HEART STORIES)

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  • Endless Tears 2 – Episode 3

    Endless Tears 2 – Episode 3

     

    ENDLESS TEARS (REBOUND)

    Endless Tears 2 – Episode 3

    Subtle: we met again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                  

                                       (THE MEETING )

        Amara entered her office the next day with a splitting headache. She barely responded to the greetings of her staff as she went into her office. The impromptu blind date was this evening and 

    thoughts of sitting opposite a man discussing topics other than business had kept her up for the most part of the night. She dropped 

    her bag on the table and sat on her chair, trying to bring her thoughts back together. An ordinary date should not destabilize her this much, 

    she told herself sternly, booting up her system. Even though she had never been on dates, she knew what it was like and it was very 

    similar to the lunch meetings she had with clients. It was nothing to 

    get worked up about but still, her brain hovered over that piece of 

    riddle continuously, trying to figure out who she might be meeting. 

        Even though men were the least on her agenda, she hoped the man would at least be handsome because that would probably make the outing less of a chore than it already was. She grunted. Tega entered with a concerned frown on her face. 

    “Are you ok boss?” she asked in concern.

    “Perfectly” Amara murmured. Tega was about to probe further but a glare from Amara definitely gave her a clear warning. Amara waited for her system to fully boot and she faced Tega. “What was the response you got from Bracket?” she asked.

            “Well, they prefer to give the full details of what they want physically” she said.

    “That was expected” Amara said. “Call me Aisha; she should go there as soon as possible”

    “That may not be a good idea boss” Tega said.

    “And why not Miss Tega?” Amara asked with an irritated look.

    “Well, because the M.D clearly wants you to come yourself. In fact, the message says that he would be able to make out time to see you around 5 pm”

    Amara frowned. “And just who does he think he is? Does he think I sit here waiting for an opportunity to see him? I don‟t give a damn if his company is the biggest in Africa, no one orders me around. If they cannot come here and he won‟t have me send someone, then he is going to have to follow my timetable.” She ranted, letting her anger from last night take over.

    “But you are free 5 pm” Tega said.

    Not anymore, Amara thought in annoyance,thinking of the ridiculous date with God knows who. “No, I am not”

    “And 3 pm”Amara sighed. “Tega, tell Bracket that I am only free 3 pm today. If that time is not ok with their boss then too bad” she said and 

    Tega hastily exited to carry out her boss‟ orders.

    Less than an hour later, Tega entered, confirming the three o‟clock appointment with a soft smile. Amara exhaled, she not only 

    had to deal with a date, but also an arrogant man.

    “Looks like you would be seeing the incredibly handsome man after all boss” Tega said as she left. Perfect, Amara thought in anger. 

    The day couldn‟t be going any better!

    ________$$$$

    The sounds of kitchen wares rang out softly as several people went around the large kitchen. Tina monitored the actions of her staff, ensuring that no mistakes were made even though she was sure that nothing like that could happen. Opening a restaurant was an excellent choice, along with coming to Lagos. The crowd in Lagos was what made it a perfect place for her. People were always there to dine in her shop, and Tina felt fulfilled. „Tina Cooks‟ had quickly gained ground, thanks to her excellent meals which had people 

    begging for more and Tina used the profits she gathered to expand her shop. Meeting Amara about a year ago had been like a dream 

    come true because Tina had been searching for her for years. She still hadn‟t told Tola and she felt guilty about it but she knew that Amara 

    would not want that now. Tina had the feeling that Amara hadn‟t fully recovered from the past but she had no way of helping since Amara completely shut her out. She only hoped that the blind date 

    stunt would serve to bridge the gap between them and not further widen it.

    _____$$$$$______$

    Amara sat at the reception, waiting to see the „almighty‟ owner of Bracket – Mr. Babs. Mr. Babs was obviously in a meeting and had been keeping her waiting for the past twenty minutes. Amara stared irritated at her watch again. Couldn‟t he have left this task for his employees? She shook her head and took in a deep breath. Five more 

    minutes, she told herself sternly. She couldn‟t afford to waste her time here. She still had to meet with someone, and then there was that blasted date with someone she did not even know. 

    Could the day get any better! She thought grimly.

    She saw three men leave Mr. Babs‟ office and she looked at the secretary who hastily placed a call to her boss. “You can go in, ma‟am”

    “About time” Amara said drily, jumping to her feet with her bag in her hand, placing a forced smile on her face. She knocked on the door softly and heard a low „come in‟. She took in much needed air and opened the door. She was going to need all her willpower to prevent herself from schooling the Mr Babs on the importance of punctuality and timing. She concentrated on closing the door firmly, but as she straightened, her eyes landed on the man behind the desk and her eyes momentarily got stuck. Jeez, so Tega hadn‟t exaggerated 

    at all… the man was so staggeringly handsome that Amara had to blink several times to be sure he was real. She might have mistakened him for a sculpture or a piece of art if he hadn‟t moved. 

    Then, a soft smile appeared on his face as he studied her. He reminded her 

    sharply of someone and that thought was one she did not want to pursue. But that slow smile and peering eyes was remarkably familiar, she just couldn‟t place where she had noticed it.

    She remembered herself and moved away from the door, with her professional smile firmly in place. She stretched her hand for a handshake as she reached the table. “Hello sir, Ara Peters” she said.

    The man stood with a smile still playing on his face. He took her hand and shook it firmly. “Maxwell Babs…”

    T.b.c

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  • Endless Tears – Last Episode

    Endless Tears – Last Episode

     

    ENDLESS TEARS

    Endless Tears – Last Episode

    Subtle: I just wanna make you Smile again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                  

                             (FAREWELL)

    Kelvin paused as he was about to open a door. I looked at him and he smiled down at me. He kissed my forehead and opened the door, and then I saw them. All of them! Everyone that helped in 

    destroying my life! I stood still and turned my eyes to Kelvin. “I prevented them from seeing you throughout your stay here, honey, but I could not prevent this” he explained.

    I sighed and faced them. I had no feelings left. I could not even feel anger, hatred or dismay; I just wanted this to be the last time I ever saw them or most of them at least.

    “Amara… My baby… Amara… How are you…? I am 

    sorry……” different things were thrown hurriedly by everyone; I did not even bother to know who was asking what. I just wanted to leave 

    this place. But a few last words were in order.

    “Please listen to me” I said, raising my voice. “I am fine. You all do not have to worry falsely about me. It is too late to worry about what I might be feeling.” I said with a vague amused look. “I am 

    happy that I am seeing you all now, because I might not see you anymore, and I would be extremely happy if I never see most of you again.” Silence fell over everyone and I turned to Alex. 

    I raised my amused brows at him. “So you can really be worried about me now Corper? It is funny right? Men do things to women that they would not want to happen to their own sisters. 

    When you were mocking me and dishonoring me behind my back, you never knew you were doing those things against your own sister. 

    Well, I am sure you would be a lesson to all men. Before you do things to women because you can, think of how you would feel if the same is done to your own sister.‟‟

    I shook my head and turned to Mr. Sinja. The police officer who just happened to be my father. “Sir, I am sure you would forgive me if I can‟t call you dad now” I said and he nodded vigorously.

                      “Of course my dear…” he said.

    “I was right in thinking that you had seen so many things in your life. I don‟t know half of your story and I am sorry if I would not have enough time to learn them. You look like a good man and I 

    am pretty sure that you would have been a very good father if you had been given a chance.” I said.

    I turned to the parents I have known all my life. “Papa, mama… I know that I have overemphasized my anger towards you and I am sorry. Even though I know that Papa never really loved me and accepted me, I still am eternally grateful to you. When I was rejected and tossed into the trash like a messed up diaper, you took me, welcomed me into your home and provided shelter for me. You 

    took care of me for years and provided for me even though you had next to nothing. I would remain grateful to you for as long as I live, 

    and you would never stop being my parents” I hugged my dad briefly and hugged my mum who held me tightly.

    “I love you my baby… I love you so much… I am sorry.” she whispered in tears.

    I saw the senator and turned to him. “Sir” I bowed my head in respect. “I instantly developed respect for you the minute I saw you. I have never seen a man as principled as you are. Even though I was not in a happy marriage, I saw you as the best father-in-law. You should hate me for what I stand for in your family but then; you are here, worried about me. I respect you sir. I really hope you find 

    happiness because you deserve it more than anyone.”

    I really wanted to leave but there was one person left. I turned to Mrs. Bello. I just could not smile at her. She stood shakily, looking at me. “I hated you the instant I saw you” I began without preamble. 

    “You were a terrible mother-in-law but as a mother, you were worse. If there is one person I never want to set my eyes on, it is you”

    “Pleeeaaaase… I am sorry…” she pleaded.

    “You are not my mother; I can never accept you as my mother. 

    You rejected me then, now, I am rejecting you… You hated me, now; I hate you beyond measure… You did not want me then, now I tell you, I do not and would not have any cause to need you in my life. 

    You have caused so many people sadness” I shook my head. “You are not worthy to be called a mother. Please don‟t look for me. You 

    won‟t find me” I said and turned to face kelvin, who was standing with Tina and Tola now. “I need to leave now”

    Despite the protests of those in the room, I hastily walked out of the hospital with the only people who really mattered to me. Who says blood is thicker than water?

    *******************

    I stood with my luggage in the sitting room, waiting for Kelvin to enter. The door opened and he came inside. Immediately he saw me, his legs stopped moving and he stood still, looking at everything 

    before him. “Where are you going to Ara?” he asked as his face grew pale.

    I sighed, wondering how I was going to handle this. “I am leaving Kel, I am going away.”

    He marched towards me in an instant. “What are you talking about? Where are you going?”

    “Anywhere. I am going anywhere, I want to rebuild my life, on my own, putting all my garbage behind me” I was now legally divorced from Alex. All I needed was a totally new environment to 

    begin my life from the scratch.

    “B… But… but you can‟t go” he lamented as his arms fisted beside him. “I won‟t let you” he said on raised voice. He looked as if his life had just snapped.

    This was becoming harder. I could not quite look into his eyes. 

    It was hard to see him struggling for composure. “I have to do this Kelvin” I said as my eyes watered. “Staying here would make me fade out Kel. I have nothing but bad memories now and no matter 

    how much I try, you have also been linked with those memories. I want to go far away, to a place where I can build new memories and forget all that has happened. You understand me Kelvin, I know you do” I held his face, forcing myself to gaze into his eyes. “I need to start all over again Kel, please don‟t stop me… please” I pleaded. Of everyone in the world, I really wanted him to understand me.

    “But… But…” he sighed and walked over to the window. I stood behind him, tense and confused. His muscles vibrated with tension. I just wanted him to hold me. To tell me that he understands me… to tell me… “I love you Amara”

    I froze and swallowed as his words sank in, creating a terrible ache in my chest. Kelvin turned to face me. “I love you”

    “Please… please don‟t do this…” I murmured.

    He smiled painfully and pulled me into his arms. My heart raced as kelvin kissed my forehead lingeringly. I have never stood this close to him before and the effect was heady and scary. He 

    lowered his head and kissed my eyes. “Kelvin” I gasped as my legs threatened to give way.

    Before I could think of protesting, his mouth lowered and closed over mine. The kiss was so tender and gentle that I felt I would melt like butter on hot coal. My heart threatened to break 

    through my chest as his mouth moved from gentle to insistent. I held onto his neck as we kissed and I was alarmed, just thinking of the effect of what was going on. I should have nothing to do with a man, so what was I doing kissing Kelvin and not wanting it to end? 

    Everything in me was screaming at me, forcing me to pull away, but I could not muster the will to do so. I wanted Kelvin‟s kiss, I needed it. 

    Kelvin stopped suddenly and gazed at me with blazing, unreadable eyes. I was pretty sure my face mirrored his. His breathing was just 

    as labored as mine. “Go” he said suddenly. “Be happy” he said and swallowed, moving away from me. He raked his fingers through his hair and exhaled audibly.

    I swallowed hard, dragging in much needed air. “Kelvin…” I called questioningly, not sure I even wanted to leave anymore.

    “Please promise me you would be fine Ara” he asked breathlessly.

    I nodded. “I would take care of myself Kelvin”

    He nodded. “I would take you anywhere you want”

    I shook my head. “I want to do this on my own Kelvin; you have done more than enough.” He nodded again, running his fingers through his hair again. “I would see you again, I promise. But I 

    would have achieved my dreams by then, so you can be proud of what I have become”.

    He smiled. “I would move heaven and hell to see you again honey”.

    I nodded and quickly wiped the tears that slipped off my eyes. 

    I bent to pick up my two bags. I walked to the door with my heart feeling heavier than the bags. I turned to see Kelvin standing where 

    he was, with his hands buried deep in his trousers. “Goodbye Kelvin”

    He nodded. “Take care of yourself”

    I nodded and wiped at my tears again. “I will. Take care of yourself” I said. He nodded and I quickly opened the door, lifted my bags and walked out. Breaking through your walls of pain can be 

    very difficult, but when you finally succeed, you emerge stronger and better. I go to make a better person of myself; to pursue my 

    dreams and gain back everything life took away from me because of my mistakes. Falling down in life is expected but how you get back up is what matters. A mistake that does not kill you makes you wiser. 

    I turned to look back at the house, knowing that Kelvin was there, probably looking at me through the window. I would achieve my goals this time; I would do it for the one person who loves me 

    wholeheartedly – Kelvin.

    T.b.c

    Season 2

    Previous Episode 

  • Endless Tears – Last Episode

    Endless Tears – Last Episode

     

    ENDLESS TEARS

    Endless Tears – Last Episode

    Subtle: I just wanna make you Smile again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                  

                             (FAREWELL)

    Kelvin paused as he was about to open a door. I looked at him and he smiled down at me. He kissed my forehead and opened the door, and then I saw them. All of them! Everyone that helped in 

    destroying my life! I stood still and turned my eyes to Kelvin. “I prevented them from seeing you throughout your stay here, honey, but I could not prevent this” he explained.

    I sighed and faced them. I had no feelings left. I could not even feel anger, hatred or dismay; I just wanted this to be the last time I ever saw them or most of them at least.

    “Amara… My baby… Amara… How are you…? I am 

    sorry……” different things were thrown hurriedly by everyone; I did not even bother to know who was asking what. I just wanted to leave 

    this place. But a few last words were in order.

    “Please listen to me” I said, raising my voice. “I am fine. You all do not have to worry falsely about me. It is too late to worry about what I might be feeling.” I said with a vague amused look. “I am 

    happy that I am seeing you all now, because I might not see you anymore, and I would be extremely happy if I never see most of you again.” Silence fell over everyone and I turned to Alex. 

    I raised my amused brows at him. “So you can really be worried about me now Corper? It is funny right? Men do things to women that they would not want to happen to their own sisters. 

    When you were mocking me and dishonoring me behind my back, you never knew you were doing those things against your own sister. 

    Well, I am sure you would be a lesson to all men. Before you do things to women because you can, think of how you would feel if the same is done to your own sister.‟‟

    I shook my head and turned to Mr. Sinja. The police officer who just happened to be my father. “Sir, I am sure you would forgive me if I can‟t call you dad now” I said and he nodded vigorously.

                      “Of course my dear…” he said.

    “I was right in thinking that you had seen so many things in your life. I don‟t know half of your story and I am sorry if I would not have enough time to learn them. You look like a good man and I 

    am pretty sure that you would have been a very good father if you had been given a chance.” I said.

    I turned to the parents I have known all my life. “Papa, mama… I know that I have overemphasized my anger towards you and I am sorry. Even though I know that Papa never really loved me and accepted me, I still am eternally grateful to you. When I was rejected and tossed into the trash like a messed up diaper, you took me, welcomed me into your home and provided shelter for me. You 

    took care of me for years and provided for me even though you had next to nothing. I would remain grateful to you for as long as I live, 

    and you would never stop being my parents” I hugged my dad briefly and hugged my mum who held me tightly.

    “I love you my baby… I love you so much… I am sorry.” she whispered in tears.

    I saw the senator and turned to him. “Sir” I bowed my head in respect. “I instantly developed respect for you the minute I saw you. I have never seen a man as principled as you are. Even though I was not in a happy marriage, I saw you as the best father-in-law. You should hate me for what I stand for in your family but then; you are here, worried about me. I respect you sir. I really hope you find 

    happiness because you deserve it more than anyone.”

    I really wanted to leave but there was one person left. I turned to Mrs. Bello. I just could not smile at her. She stood shakily, looking at me. “I hated you the instant I saw you” I began without preamble. 

    “You were a terrible mother-in-law but as a mother, you were worse. If there is one person I never want to set my eyes on, it is you”

    “Pleeeaaaase… I am sorry…” she pleaded.

    “You are not my mother; I can never accept you as my mother. 

    You rejected me then, now, I am rejecting you… You hated me, now; I hate you beyond measure… You did not want me then, now I tell you, I do not and would not have any cause to need you in my life. 

    You have caused so many people sadness” I shook my head. “You are not worthy to be called a mother. Please don‟t look for me. You 

    won‟t find me” I said and turned to face kelvin, who was standing with Tina and Tola now. “I need to leave now”

    Despite the protests of those in the room, I hastily walked out of the hospital with the only people who really mattered to me. Who says blood is thicker than water?

    *******************

    I stood with my luggage in the sitting room, waiting for Kelvin to enter. The door opened and he came inside. Immediately he saw me, his legs stopped moving and he stood still, looking at everything 

    before him. “Where are you going to Ara?” he asked as his face grew pale.

    I sighed, wondering how I was going to handle this. “I am leaving Kel, I am going away.”

    He marched towards me in an instant. “What are you talking about? Where are you going?”

    “Anywhere. I am going anywhere, I want to rebuild my life, on my own, putting all my garbage behind me” I was now legally divorced from Alex. All I needed was a totally new environment to 

    begin my life from the scratch.

    “B… But… but you can‟t go” he lamented as his arms fisted beside him. “I won‟t let you” he said on raised voice. He looked as if his life had just snapped.

    This was becoming harder. I could not quite look into his eyes. 

    It was hard to see him struggling for composure. “I have to do this Kelvin” I said as my eyes watered. “Staying here would make me fade out Kel. I have nothing but bad memories now and no matter 

    how much I try, you have also been linked with those memories. I want to go far away, to a place where I can build new memories and forget all that has happened. You understand me Kelvin, I know you do” I held his face, forcing myself to gaze into his eyes. “I need to start all over again Kel, please don‟t stop me… please” I pleaded. Of everyone in the world, I really wanted him to understand me.

    “But… But…” he sighed and walked over to the window. I stood behind him, tense and confused. His muscles vibrated with tension. I just wanted him to hold me. To tell me that he understands me… to tell me… “I love you Amara”

    I froze and swallowed as his words sank in, creating a terrible ache in my chest. Kelvin turned to face me. “I love you”

    “Please… please don‟t do this…” I murmured.

    He smiled painfully and pulled me into his arms. My heart raced as kelvin kissed my forehead lingeringly. I have never stood this close to him before and the effect was heady and scary. He 

    lowered his head and kissed my eyes. “Kelvin” I gasped as my legs threatened to give way.

    Before I could think of protesting, his mouth lowered and closed over mine. The kiss was so tender and gentle that I felt I would melt like butter on hot coal. My heart threatened to break 

    through my chest as his mouth moved from gentle to insistent. I held onto his neck as we kissed and I was alarmed, just thinking of the effect of what was going on. I should have nothing to do with a man, so what was I doing kissing Kelvin and not wanting it to end? 

    Everything in me was screaming at me, forcing me to pull away, but I could not muster the will to do so. I wanted Kelvin‟s kiss, I needed it. 

    Kelvin stopped suddenly and gazed at me with blazing, unreadable eyes. I was pretty sure my face mirrored his. His breathing was just 

    as labored as mine. “Go” he said suddenly. “Be happy” he said and swallowed, moving away from me. He raked his fingers through his hair and exhaled audibly.

    I swallowed hard, dragging in much needed air. “Kelvin…” I called questioningly, not sure I even wanted to leave anymore.

    “Please promise me you would be fine Ara” he asked breathlessly.

    I nodded. “I would take care of myself Kelvin”

    He nodded. “I would take you anywhere you want”

    I shook my head. “I want to do this on my own Kelvin; you have done more than enough.” He nodded again, running his fingers through his hair again. “I would see you again, I promise. But I 

    would have achieved my dreams by then, so you can be proud of what I have become”.

    He smiled. “I would move heaven and hell to see you again honey”.

    I nodded and quickly wiped the tears that slipped off my eyes. 

    I bent to pick up my two bags. I walked to the door with my heart feeling heavier than the bags. I turned to see Kelvin standing where 

    he was, with his hands buried deep in his trousers. “Goodbye Kelvin”

    He nodded. “Take care of yourself”

    I nodded and wiped at my tears again. “I will. Take care of yourself” I said. He nodded and I quickly opened the door, lifted my bags and walked out. Breaking through your walls of pain can be 

    very difficult, but when you finally succeed, you emerge stronger and better. I go to make a better person of myself; to pursue my 

    dreams and gain back everything life took away from me because of my mistakes. Falling down in life is expected but how you get back up is what matters. A mistake that does not kill you makes you wiser. 

    I turned to look back at the house, knowing that Kelvin was there, probably looking at me through the window. I would achieve my goals this time; I would do it for the one person who loves me 

    wholeheartedly – Kelvin.

    T.b.c

    Season 2

    Previous Episode 

  • His Nanny – Final Episode

    His Nanny – Final Episode

     

    HIS NANNY

    His Nanny – Final  Episode

    She Is Crazy 

    Written by Author Jenny

                      

    KIRA

     “Maria”i yelled from where i sat down 

      ‘Ma’am”she replied running into my office

      “Take over from here i going to pick my kids from school and wont come back’”i said and she nodded 

      “Ma’am are you okay”she asked

       “Yes why did you ask” i replied 

       “ma’am you just look really different recently”she replied 

       “Okay maria thank you”i replied 

    I carried my bag and walked out of the restaurant 

    I entered into my car and drove straight to the kids school.

    Its been like two months now

     Everything has been going really well for Austin ,the kids and i 

    We are now like the perfect couples 

    Austin opened a big restaurant for me and i have been working to make sure it is one of the best and thankfully that is happening.

     “Mommy”mitchell yelled running to hug me 

      “Ma…ma” stacy called exictedly 

     “How was school”i asked as i carried them to my car 

      “Fine mom”mitchell replied 

    Minutes later we arrived home i carried the kids in and began searching for what to eat

    I dont know why i have been feeling hungry recently and its making me fat

    ***

     “Morning sleeping beauty” austin said and kissed my cheeks 

      “Ready for work”i asked and he nodded

      “Sorry i couldnt make you breakfast,,i dont feel so good”i pouted

       “Dont worry its okay”he replied spraying his perfume 

      “Omg stop that”i yelled 

    I collected the perfume threw it down the stairs before running into the bathroom to throw up 

     “Are you okay” astin asked coming close to me 

      “Dont come close to me”i yelled and he ran back immediately

     I washed my face and walked out of the bathroom 

    “I hate the smell of that perfume”i said and before i knew it i was crying 

      “What is wrong”austin asked confused  and sad 

      “I dont know” i replied

       “I think you need to see a doctor ,,all this excess eating,constant fever and all is getting much “Austin said sadly

      “i am fine” i replied

      “i will drop the kids at school”he said and left 

    I starred at my self in the mirror confused ,,what is wrong with me recently 

    Its not like i’m about to see my period or anything

    wait!

    Period!

    I didnt see it last month and now 

    Omg ,hope this isnt what i’m thinking 

    I quickly ran into the bathroom , took my bath ,dressed up and ran to the near by hospital for test 

       “Congratulations ma’am your one month pregnant”he said smiling 

    His words struck my heart

    So i’m pregnant 

    So a child is forming in my stomach 

    Gosh this feels so weird

     I walked out of the hospital in deep thoughts

    I’m so happy that i cant even express the happiness

      i reached my house and saw someone standing at akimbo with her laugages 

      “Sylvia”

     “What are you doing here”i asked and she rolled her eyes rubbing her stomach so i could see her baby bump

      “as you can see i’m carrying austins baby” please open the gate for me 

    I was shattered on hearing that

    I opened the gate and we both entered.

    We sat down in the sitting room starring at each other waiting for Austin to come.

     “Welcome honey”sylvia yelled as she hugged austin tightly 

      “WTH is going on here sylvia ? why are you in my house”Austin asked pushing her away 

      “Well remember the last night ? it resulted in this”she said rubbing her stomach and smiling 

      “What” he yelled angrily 

    He looked at me and walked close to me 

      “when did it happen”i asked 

      “Before you came like two -three months ago ,,i was drunk”he replied 

     Wait…That isnt enough time to make her have such a baby bump 

    “Can you help me pin her down” i whispered  into austins ears and he nodded 

    Austin ran and pined sylvia down ,,i quickly lifted her top and looked at her stomach 

      “Let me Go”

     “I will sue you”she kept struggling 

     “Got ya”its a fake baby bump 

    I removed the fake baby bump from her stomach and she stood up embrassed in tears 

    I used her and her things out of my house and closed my gate 

     “dont ever dare a pregnant woman b*tch “i yelled and walked back into the apartment 

     *******

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  • Endless Tears – Episode 33

    Endless Tears – Episode 33

     

    ENDLESS TEARS

    Endless Tears – Episode 33

    Subtle: I just wanna make you Smile again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                                                                    

        

                             (A NEW ENVIRONMENT)

    .

    I strolled on the street of my new residential environment, feeling exhaustion. Kelvin brought me to this apartment about a month ago just as he promised and I have been here ever since. The 

    house was of moderate size and there was a woman who was in charge of maintaining the house. Apparently, Kelvin inherited the 

    building from his grandfather but he hadn‟t lived there. He had instead hired Mrs. Kalu – a widowed caretaker – to keep the building in shape. The building was very fashionable but with an ancient look to it, showing that it had been built a long time ago; although, one could easily see the exquisite taste of the builder in the structure and design of the building.

    But after spending a month there, I was bored half to death. I was about eight months gone and my tummy protruded like a car‟s bonnet but I feared the silence of the building was making me feel as ancient as the building itself. Mrs. Kalu was as mute as a fish, going about the house soundlessly like a ghost. Although I wished she would talk more so I don‟t feel so bored, my efforts were useless. She is the perfect definition of an Introvert with a capital ‘I’. Trying to get her to talk even worsened my state of boredom until I gave up hope. I always looked forward to Kelvin‟s visits which were not so often. I always found myself missing him immediately he stood up to leave. I never mentioned my boredom to him because I would not want him to think I am not grateful for his help. Quite the opposite, if not for Kelvin, I have no idea where I would be now. Probably dumped in one of the worst graves in town, I presume. Kelvin is a funny and interesting company and I found myself drawing closer to him with each passing day. He visits once or twice a week, depending on his work schedule.

    I sighted a church as I strolled – the only church on the street –and for the first time, I stopped. I always passed by the church without a glance but now, I stopped to gaze at the building. I raised 

    my eyes to the signboard and read. „God‟s Love‟. I shook my head again. The name of the church seemed unusual. I had always heard of God‟s immense love for humanity which made him sacrifice his only child; but thinking about it, I don‟t think I deserve that love. I have made mistakes; the worst kind of mistakes. I don‟t think God can love the likes of me. I blinked and turned away from the church.

    I walked back to the house and sat in the sitting room. I seemed to have a fixed routine: eat, watch TV, stroll, watch TV, eat, watch TV, sleep. The number of times I watched TV was staggering and 

    tiring. I really wished I had books to read but there was none and I definitely could not imagine myself asking Kelvin for it; he has done more than enough. Although, I tried to while away time by cooking 

    and doing the laundry, Mrs. Kalu would have none of it, stating that she had been given express orders to make sure I did nothing stressful. It was irritating because the woman, though mute, was firm and unshakeable; even Kelvin would not listen to reason. Little did they know that my idle state was posing more stress than any physical activity could. Reluctantly, I accepted my state of 

    joblessness, hoping that I don‟t die of boredom.

    I sensed a movement close to me and raised my eyes to see Mrs. Kalu approaching me with her face as straight as an arrow. “Lunch is served” she stated.

    I don‟t think I have ever heard the woman utter a statement above ten words; it was like she was economizing her words. “Thank you ma” I said, smiling gratefully. It was such a burden to have this elderly woman attending to my needs. I missed my mother – or fake mother, as the case might be. 

    “You are welcome” she said and turned back, retreating to her room, where she almost always stayed.

    I went to the dinning and started eating. The good side of her is that her meals are always perfect. I never could refuse any of her meals. As I started eating, I heard the familiar sound of Kelvin‟s car 

    and frowned. Kelvin had never visited on a Thursday and having him around now was as relieving as it was worrisome.

    I left my half-finished food and walked hastily to the door. As much as I was happy that I would have a great company to drive away the boredom I was feeling, I was slightly worried, just thinking 

    of why he was coming on a Thursday when he clearly stated once that Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays were his busiest days. Was he coming to tell me that he no longer wanted to help me or what? I would not be surprised. I am too much baggage to take on.

    I opened the door and truly, Kelvin was walking towards the entrance, looking more handsome than before. It was like he grew more handsome with each passing day. He was carrying a bag and I 

    wanted to collect it from him but I could not do anything but stare at him.

    “Hey beautiful” he called. “You still find me handsome?” he asked with a grin.

    I shook my head. “You are still too full of yourself?” I returned with a smile. “Can I help you?” I asked referring to the bag he was carrying. 

    His smile widened. “If only I can help you with the one you are carrying” he said.

    I shook my head and hid a smile, giving him a straight look that did not last long. He was always teasing me about my pregnancy, never for once mentioning the paternity of the child and I was grateful for that. I only wish it could be easily forgotten, because for as long as I live and see the child, I would always remember what he stands for. “Well, you arrive just in time to join me for lunch. Eating alone can be so tedious” I said as we entered.

    I heard him make a sound and I knew he was at it again. “Is it eating with company that you really enjoy or eating with ‘my’ company?” 

    I shook my head, grateful that he was behind me; he would not be able to see my ridiculous grin. “You are impossible.”

    He laughed heartily. “You look spectacular when you grin”I totally ignored him and my face which flamed at his compliment and sat down at the dinning with Kelvin pulling out the chair like a real gentleman instead of the ladies‟ man that he was. I 

    stopped him from serving himself and insisted on serving him. “If having a wife feels like this, I might as well get married as soon as possible” he said and I laughed, placing the food before him.

    “It is a wonder you are still single, getting ladies should be as easy as the road to hell” I said.

    Kelvin laughed. “Oh, I see. My charm is working on you now, isn’t‟t it?” he raised a brow.

    “You wish” I returned. He shook his head with a knowing smile on his face and I wanted to slap that smug look out of his face. 

    Oh men! Too full of themselves! We ate in companionable silence but I noticed the seemingly innocent glances he shot my way; probably 

    because I was glancing at him also. I noticed a little tension in him. 

    Despite his carefree flirtatious attitude, I still sensed a little tension in him; especially when we ate in silence.

    Mrs. Kalu miraculously surfaced as we finished our meal and her surprise was evident when she saw Kelvin but it only lasted a few seconds after which her face rearranged into its usual straight 

    form. “Never knew you were here sir” she said with a faded smile on her face. “You are welcome” she said as she cleared the table.

    “Thank you Mrs. K” Kelvin said.

    “Thank you ma, the meal was delicious as always” I said and 

    she smiled. I have noticed that the only time she really smiled was when someone praised her cooking skills.

    “I almost bit my tongue” Kelvin emphasized with a boyish smile.

        

    “Thanks” she said smiling and quickly retreated to the kitchen

    Kelvin and I sat on the couch in the sitting room, staring at the television without actually seeing it. I had the vague impression that he was hiding something from me and my instincts always prove 

    right; when I follow it, that is. “Spit it out Kel, what are you hiding?”

    He smiled. “I love it when you call me that”I frowned. “I am not smiling now Kelvin, what do you want to tell me? I know there is something” I demanded.

    He sighed. “Ok. Someone came to see me in my office some days back” he began and his face took on a serious look, shedding the playboy look he always had on.

    “And?” I asked nervously.

    “He is a police officer – Detective Sinja. Following what you told me, I guess that is the man who secured Lisa‟s arrest” he said. 

    “Well, he came asking to see you. I wondered how he discovered that I had any dealings with you but he is a police officer and they have their means of getting information.”

    I breathed. “What does he want?” I asked nervously. The last thing I wanted was to face anyone from my past. Kelvin had convinced me to forget about all that happened and try to build new memories, seeing ghosts from the past might be a good step in the wrong direction.

    “He wants to meet you” he said with a concerned look. “He said you both have unfinished business. I guess he is referring to Lisa‟s case” he said.

    I nodded. “I have not visited the station once ever since she was arrested” I said.

    “What are we going to do?” he asked. 

    I looked at him. He always used that word – „we‟. He always saw my problems as his own responsibility too and I wondered how I could ever repay him for willingly caring, I will go with him and be done with it. I am withdrawing my charges against Lisa. 

    If she had gone through with her plan, as evil as it was, I would have been saved from a great level of pain” I said, internally apologizing to my child.

    “Are you sure honey? You shouldn‟t go through any form of stress in your condition”

    I smiled. “I am not made of glass Kel, I am sure”

    T.b.c

    Next Episode

    Previous Episode 

  • Endless Tears – Episode 31

    Endless Tears – Episode 31

     

    ENDLESS TEARS

    Endless Tears – Episode 31

    Subtle: I just wanna make you Smile again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                                                                    

        

                  

                             (JOURNEY)

    Alex entered his father‟s house and slammed the door behind him in anger, shaking the house. His mother who was busy pacing 

    the length of the sitting room froze in her strides as her son stormed into the sitting room. 

    “Alex” she called nervously.

    “No” he barked. “Don‟t ever call my name. You have destroyed 

    my life. What sort of a mother are you?”

    “I am sorry my son; I am so sorry” she cried.

    “My son? Don‟t ever call me that! I would be extremely glad to hear that you are not my mother. You are not worthy to be called a 

    mother” he roared. “I always boasted of you but now, I am forced to 

    realize that you are just a filthy harlot. My sister! I married my sister” 

    he exclaimed in complete bewilderment. “She is carrying my child” 

    he yelled again. “Oh God!!! A product of incest”

    Mrs. Bello did not even bother to hinder her flowing tears. “I 

    am sorry” she cried.

    “Sorry?” he returned. “Is that all you can say? Would that 

    change anything? You destroyed the lives of your children. You 

    threw a child away! A human being! And now, I am expecting a child 

    from my sister. I have always wanted a sibling or a sister but now, I 

    am married to her. Imagine, I unknowingly placed a bet on my 

    sister‟s pride and innocence. What goes around comes around right? 

    I have unknowingly stabbed myself in the back. I am as guilty as you 

    are” he declared in anger.

    “She is your half-sister” she said.

    “Half?” he roared in laughter. “The word „sister‟ is still there. 

    How can you still speak? I hate you just as much as I hate myself. 

    You are the worst thing that ever happened to me”

    ______________

    I opened my eyes and everything my eyes saw was white. Yes! 

    I have heard of heaven and this was no doubt heaven. I have never 

    seen any place as white and an unfamiliar cool breeze blew me, 

    making me feel good. But there is a problem. Why does it feel like I 

    have been breaking firewood for a very long time? I wondered 

    vaguely. My open eyes opened wider and for the first time, I noticed 

    a fan above my head. This couldn‟t be heaven! I shouldn‟t feel so 

    weak in heaven; neither should I see a ceiling fan, I thought vaguely.

    A rumbling sound came from my side and for the first time, I 

    tried turning my head to see the cause of the noise but the pain I 

    received from my neck almost made me pass out. What is wrong? 

    Everything seemed blank. A face appeared before me and I had to 

    focus on the face. The guy before me was exceedingly handsome and 

    I remembered vaguely that only two men have seemed that way to 

    me. Kelvin? What on earth am I doing with him? A deep frown 

    crossed my face, matching his equally worried and slightly frowning 

    face, and my brain started racing.

    “Easy now” Kelvin whispered in his baritone voice. “I am glad you are finally awake” a soft smile touched his face and he seemed to 

    relax a bit. He brushed what I assumed to be a strand of my hair out 

    of my face and my frown deepened as the situation became 

    confusing.

    I opened my mouth to talk and my mouth felt so heavy

    “You don‟t have to talk honey” Kelvin said hastily

    Honey? I wondered in alarm. Despite my distress and sore 

    throat, I forced my mouth open. “Where am I?” I whispered in pain.

    He gave me a weak smile. “In a hospital. You have been here for more than a day now. You need your rest. Let me get the doctor”

    He scrambled out of the room and all I could do was stare blankly after him. My brain ran wild with thoughts, trying to come 

    up with a suitable explanation. What on earth am I doing in a hospital? I wondered. And of all the people in the world, why should  

    Kelvin be here with me? I raised my hand weakly and rubbed it 

    against my throbbing neck and all of a sudden, it all came flooding 

    my senses. I almost jumped out of the bed but all I succeeded in 

    doing was jerking into a sitting position. My eyes became dizzy and I 

    swayed even in my sitting position. The door jerked open and Kelvin 

    walked in with a doctor. He hastened to my side. “You should be 

    lying down” he scolded and gently pushed me to a lying position 

    before the doctor got to my side.

    The doctor loomed over me and smiled. “How are you feeling 

    miss?” he asked.

    “Angry” I replied in anger. “What am I still doing on earth? 

    Who is the unfortunate person who saved my equally unfortunate 

    self from dying?” I spat out despite the difficulty I encountered from 

    talking. 

    Kelvin looked at me. He did not look hurt, instead he looked 

    very worried. “If you put it that way, I guess I am the fortunate 

    person because it would be highly unfortunate if I allowed such a 

    spectacular person slip from the face of the earth”

    “Well, that is so unfortunate” I returned. “You should have

    minded your own business, because if you have, I would be spared 

    the trauma of staying alive.” As my own words sank in, I began to 

    see the truth in those words. But they would not understand, would 

    they? They would not know that suicide is a great option for me, 

    would they? They would not know that there were times when death 

    is the best option.

    I fully looked at Kelvin for the first time, and apart from 

    noticing his handsome features, I noticed that his hair was slightly 

    longer than most men‟s, just long enough to envelope my fingers, I 

    thought strangely. A faint smile crossed his face. “I am glad you are 

    checking me out because if you see something you like, you might 

    consider living” 

                         That statement effectively drove my thoughts away from my 

    failed suicide. I raised my brow. “Even if I was checking you out, 

    what makes you think I like what I see uhn? I don‟t see anything I 

    feel I should like” I returned cheekily.

    Instead of frowning, he actually grinned. “Oh, I am sure you 

    like what you see”

    I resisted shaking my head, knowing it would hurt like hell. 

    “You are just too full of yourself if you think so”

    “No, sweetheart. The way your fingers twitched when you 

    looked at my hair was a telltale sign that you liked what you saw a lot” he said grinning.

    I froze slightly and quickly gave him a blank look. “You are just imagining things”

    He smiled. “A really good imagination that must be.”

    I sighed and shifted my eyes to the doctor who seemed to have 

    also been infected with the „grinning‟ disease. I sighed again. “I have 

    seen grinning faces enough to last me a lifetime. It is just ironic that I find nothing substantial enough to grin about” I said in annoyance

    “Watching you are a good cause to grin” Kelvin said before the 

    doctor had his mouth open.

    “Absolutely” I exclaimed. “My life is such a terrible heap of 

    mess, if I were not the mess, I am sure I would also be laughing. I 

    don‟t blame you guys for doing that”

    The smile on their faces wiped out. “You know that is not what 

    I mean” he said seriously.

    “Well, it is a delight to see that you are not whining about pain 

    and distress like every other woman in your situation would, and 

    that is why we are smiling. You are interesting to watch, you are 

    almost making me forget my professional etiquettes” the doctor said.

    I winced. “You cannot imagine just how interesting I am; my 

    life could make a fantastic movie. In fact, I won‟t be surprised if a 

    movie is in the making just because of me” I said as my predicament

    loomed over me. The smiles on their faces were non-existent again. I 

    looked at Kelvin. “Don‟t expect me to thank you for preventing my 

    death because you did not do me a favour, you just succeeded giving 

    me another chance at pain and tears. Don‟t worry, I am already used 

    to tears.”

    Silence reigned until the doctor cleared his throat and went 

    about his duty, fussing over me like I was puppy in distress. “You are 

    responding well. You should be out of here in another twenty four 

    hours. This should at least calm Kelvin down; he has been glued to 

    you like a second skin”

    Although this was no good news to me, I had to blame myself 

    for the haughty way I have been behaving. No matter what my 

    problem might be, these people were at least showing some kindness 

    and I ought to show some gratitude.

    “I know what you are thinking” Kelvin said suddenly. “You 

    promised not to thank me and I am holding you to your word. I hate 

    being appreciated, it makes me feel ancient. Now, stop thinking too 

    much”

    I blushed slightly, wondering why I always felt on guard and 

    spontaneous with this guy. He always gets me on my toes, ranting 

    like an idiot and saying some things that I don‟t really mean. “You 

    don‟t have to stay here” I said quietly. “Please go, I would be fine.

    He smiled. “I won‟t give you a chance to repeat what you did. I 

    am going to make sure that you and your child are protected. Once 

    you get out of here, you are coming with me.” I opened my mouth. 

    “No arguments” he said, silencing me, not with his words but with 

    his look. “If you can‟t take care of yourself, I would gladly do that for you. I won‟t watch the flower wither before my very eyes” he said quietly, reminding me of the last time I saw him. I swallowed 

    painfully and sighed.

    ________________

         “Bello” Mrs. Bello called softly as she approached her husband 

    in fear. They have not shared a word since the whole confession took 

    place. Mr. Bello did not move a muscle as he read the newspaper. He 

    opened a page and did not even seem to notice the presence of his 

    wife.

    “Please talk to me Bello. When would we talk about this? I am 

    sorry” she said in tears.

    He remained quiet and she shifted nervously. “Would you ever forgive me?‟‟

    He raised his eyes to her and finally opened her mouth and talked. “We are strangers and we would continue to live that way until I am able to get a divorce” Mrs. Bello gasped in shock. “Just tell 

    me something” he continued. “Who did you cheat on me with?” he asked. “Who is Amara‟s father? Or are they many?” he asked with a sneer.

    She swallowed and took a step back.

    “It is Habeeb”

    He frowned deeply. “Which Habeeb?”

    “Habeeb Sinja; my former driver” she declared.

    .

    .

    .

    T.b.c

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  • His Nanny – Episode 19

    His Nanny – Episode 19

     

    HIS NANNY

    His Nanny – Episode 19

    She Is Crazy 

    Written by Author Jenny

                      

     AUSTIN

    I ran my hand through my hair frustrated 

    How the hell did i allow this happen

    Everything is just so messed up 

    I took my phone and starred at kira’s phone number 

    i couldnt dial it 

    What will i say?that i want her back 

    I starred at my phone screen and finally found the courage to dail the number 

      “Hi”i heard her tiny voice 

       “Hiii its Austin ” i said 

        “Yeah,i know “she replied with a chuckle

       “How is training going “i asked 

        “Fine ,almost done”she replied 

       “Woah really”i half yelled but kept cool immediately 

         “Ohh i see”i added 

      “how’s the kids and sylvia” she asked 

       “Fine Fine” i replied 

       “Cool ..i gat to go…bye”she said and ended the call before i could say another word 

       I walked to my kids room and they were still sleeping 

     My eyes roam arround the room and i remembered when kira came new 

    She was really a pain in the neck 

    Mitchell birthday is this weekend ,,since am not use to throwing a party for her i will just take her shopping 

    But the greatest news right now is that sylvia is out of my life for good .

    ————————————————————

    Kira

    I’m now an chef 

    I could open any resturant if i want 

    Even if my dream was complete there was still something missing 

     I did skype with mitchell and she told me sylvia left 

    I wont lie i’m really happy 

    I came back into the city last night because mitchell birthday is today and i have a surprise for her 

    I entered the shopping mall and got a whole lot of stuffs 

    I carried them to my car and drove to austin’s apartment 

    I stayed out till i saw austin drove out with the kids am sure his taking her shopping or something 

    I know how to open the gate and also have spare key to the apartment 

    I packed all the things i bought for her into the apartment and began setting it up 

    I build the princess castle i bought for her and also the tiara and her wand 

    She always wanted to be  a princess and thats what am going to give to her 

    I dropped the massive cake and started working on the ballons and gifts 

    It wasnt that easy at all i spent two houra working on it 

    I entered the kitchen and began baking cookies 

    I no time i was done 

    the door bell rang and i went to open it

     “Thanks for coming”i said to the kids i invited with their parents 

      Well lets just say ,,since i sometimes take the kids to school i got to meet some of her friends 

    So i was able to invite them 

    I mean we cant eat all the cake alone 

    Everthing was all set and i kinda praised my self for the decoration 

    I heard austins car drove in 

    “They are here” i said and everyone hide behind the couch while i put off all the lights 

       They opened the door and entered it 

      “Daddy why is everywhere dark”mitchell asked 

      “Dont worry i will put it on” Austin said and turned on the light

     “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” we all yelled in  union 

    i could see the shock and exictment written all over their face 

      “Mommy” mitchell yelled and ran to me 

    I carried her up and hugged her tightly 

      “Happy birthday angel”i wisphered in her ears 

    I put her down as she ran to meet her frriends 

       “Stacy”i called and she kept jumping exictedly on seeing me 

     I kissed her and pinched her cheeks as she giggled 

    i dropped her in the baby carrier as other kids ran to play with her 

      “Austin” i called who has been starring at me for long 

    His face held no expression so i couldnt tell what he was thinking 

    Before i knew it he hugged me tightly 

     “Thank you”he said and i smiled and hugged him back 

    I wore mitchell the princess gown i bought for her with her tiara

    She was so excited 

    We sang happy birthday song,cut the cake 

    And took lots of pictures 

    **

    “Thanks for coming ones again” I said to the parents as they said goodbye and left

     “Come let me take you guys to bed”i said and carried the kids to their room 

    They ate too much 

    “promise you wont ever leave me again “mitchell said and i used the duvet to cover her 

      “I wont” i replied and she hugged 

     “I love you mom”she said ,pecked my cheeks and closed her eyes 

    I kissed her forehead ,put off the lights and closed the door 

    I went downstairs and saw Austin packing up and arranging the place 

      “Oh you are almost done” i said to him and he nodded 

    I joined him and in no time the whole place was in order 

      We both collapsed on the floor exhausted 

     “Today was fun thanks to you” austin said and i smiled 

      “your welcome ” replied back 

    There was an awkward silence between us ,,i turned to see he was starring at me 

      “You look beautiful tonight”he said and i blushed 

    Since things was getting really awkward i stood up to go to my room when he dragged me back and our lips met 

    We kissed like our lives depends on it ,,we broke the kiss and starred into each others eyes 

    Our lips crashed and this time we were undressing each other 

      “Wait stop” i half yelled 

      “I’m sorry we shouldnt” austin said

       “Yeah we shouldnt do it here” i said and we both dragged each other into austins room still kissing 

    We collapsed on the bed and helped me remove my clothes 

    We were both unclad and as austin kept massaging my boobs and giving me soft kissed 

     He played with my V. before thrusting in

    I felt a sharp pain cut through me as tears excapsed from the sides of my eyes 

     “Omg your a virgin”

      “Omg i’m so sorry” 

       ” i had no idea ” 

    I shut him up with a wet kiss and he began thrusting in gently before increasing his pace 

    We both moaned in pleasure as we both released at the same time ans collapsed on the bed exhausted 

    It was the best moment of my life 

    Tbc

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  • Endless Tears – Episode 29

    Endless Tears – Episode 29

     

    ENDLESS TEARS

    Endless Tears – Episode 29

    Subtle: I just wanna make you Smile again

    Genres: Billionaire, Deceit

    Tags: Deceit,love, jealousy,hatred, marriage

    Written by Adeola Nissi                                                                                    

        

                         (IT WILL NEVER HAPPENED AGAIN)

    Now, Mrs. Bello could fully agree that nothing is hidden under 

    the sun. You might hide it for a while but a secret would always 

    bounce to the surface sooner or later. She had thought that that 

    mistake with Habeeb was gone and gone forever and that her secret 

    had been successfully buried, but now, she had to face the glaring reality of the situation at hand. Her mistake of years back was back, 

    and not only was it back to taunt her, but it was ready to destroy everything and everyone in its path. The woman had given the baby girl a permanent black (+) mark at the back of her left ear. She had told her that it might be very helpful in future and that it was always important to have a mark on the child with which the child can be 

    identified, in case her path crossed with her child in future. She had prayed it never happened then but now, it was obvious that her prayer has gone unanswered. If Amara was truly that unwanted 

    child of hers, then…

     “Oh No!” she said with a sickly pale face. “My son cannot be married to my daughter” she whispered in fright. She shook her head. “No! It is a coincidence” she tried to reassure herself. “Amara 

    can NEVER be my child. My Daughter cannot be married to my son. 

    It has to be a coincidence”

    ____________

    I sat at the edge of the bed and put my head in my hands. Try as I may, I could not forget the scenario of the past hour. What could have been Mrs. Bello‟s problem? I knew my mother-in-law was so 

    harsh and wicked but she had seemed almost insane. She had been totally different from the composed woman I knew her to be and she 

    had looked completely shaken and scared. 

    And she had noticed my birthmark! It was totally confusing. 

    She not only noticed the birthmark, it seemed to be the main reason why she was agitated and scared. Thinking about the drama again, 

    my brain was in overdrive. It almost looked as if Mrs. Bello recognized my birthmark! I frowned and shook my head as I stood up to wash my face in the bathroom, hoping that it would at least 

    clear my mumbled thoughts. It didn‟t though.

    I had only been able to see the mark with the aid of a mirror and the feel of my fingers. Why did it seem as though my mother-in-law knew the mark? And why had my mother seemed uncomfortable by it? She had remained uncomfortable even after 

    Mrs. Bello‟s departure, until she finally left with my dad. The whole drama was beginning to confuse me and I hoped something would distract me from my thoughts before I run mad from thinking too 

    much.

    I heard a knock and heaved a sigh of relief, ordering the person to come in without even noticing the difference in the knocking 

    pattern. The door opened and I was so surprised to see Alex. It was so surprising that I found myself gaping idiotically. 

    “Sorry to disturb you Amara” he said, gaining my attention.

    I blinked several times to gather my scattered wits. “What do you want with me Alex” I was impressed that my voice was very firm.

    He stood straight, confident as ever, but he looked a bit uneasy. 

    “I… I have not wished you happy birthday, and I wanted to do so before you went to bed” he said.

    I stared in surprise. I have had too many surprises in one day. 

    First, he said I was pretty, now, he is wishing me happy birthday. 

    “Why do you want to do that?” I asked.

    He shrugged, “I just wanted to” he responded.

    I did not know what it was, but somehow, he looked different. 

    For a second, I could almost glimpse the man I had fallen in love with in the village. Did he think that he could win me over by being sweet? I almost laughed. The easily deceived Amara was already 

    gone, replaced by a cautious one. “Why? You want to acquire my sympathy? Since Lisa is not home, you are looking for a woman to share your bed right?” I laughed. He looked a bit hurt but I really 

    wanted to slap his face for his audacity. “I am not a fool Alex, I have a brain, and neither am I an object of sexual sport. If you are looking 

    for someone to roll with in your bed, go outside and get one, I am not available for such rubbish. Now, can you leave my room?” I boomed 

    in a perfectly pitched voice, with my feet tapping the floor in anger.

    For some seconds, he stood there, frozen. He looked at me and I stared back boldly until he finally turned, opened the door and left. I breathed deeply and sank onto the bed.

    ____________

    The senator stared at his wife, who sat opposite him in the dinning, trying hard to eat her food. He saw the shake in her hands and watched her trembling lips as the half-filled forks went in 

    periodically. It was already hours since they arrived home, yet, they   have not exchanged a single word. He smiled to himself and 

    pretended to concentrate on his food, making noticeable noise with his cutleries. 

    “I am sure you have come up with a perfect explanation for your actions earlier” he said, seeming unconcerned. “Tell me Kate, 

    what lie would you tell me?”

    He heard the fork drop from his wife‟s fingers and refused to raise his eyes from his plate. “What… what do you mean?” 

    He raised his eyes slowly. “You know what I mean Katherine. 

    What was the meaning of your display earlier? I sense there is something you are hiding from me” he said bluntly.

    She fixed a brave look on her face and faced him. “Without listening to me, you assumed I was planning to tell you that? Are you calling me a liar? Why would I need to lie to you?” she looked hurt.

    The senator decided to go subtle. “I am sorry then. Can you now explain the drama?”

    “Yes!” she declared. “I told you, didn‟t i? I told you it was a bad idea to allow that girl marry Alex. Did you see that mark behind her ear? It is a diabolic sign; only incarnates have that mark behind the 

    ear.” She said.

    The senator looked at his wife in complete surprise. “Kate! 

    Since when did you start believing in all these trash? You said you do not believe in witches or stuffs like that, and now, you know the marks?”

    “I don‟t forget things, a friend told me that mermaid queens exist in the normal world and they destroy the lives of people they are associated with. She told me of the mark. Just imagine, since she came into the family, Alex has turned into something else. She destroyed the relationship between Lisa and Alex, now; she is making you turn against him. Now you have suspended him from  your own company. Isn‟t that enough proof? You need to drive her out of our lives. She is evil” she declared.

    ***********

                ***********

    Today, the Senator slept in his room without his wife. They had had a heated argument over a totally bizarre issue. Nothing his wife 

    could say could convince him that Amara was a „mami-water‟ or whatever it was that his wife was insisting she actually is. Nothing 

    she did could also make him agree with the fact that their son needed to divorce her. Maybe the reason why he could not make himself 

    believe anything she said was because he knew her too well. She gets shaky and tense when she is hiding something really important, and 

    would always hide secrets under believable shades of lies. It was disheartening that he never could trust his own wife to be completely 

    honest with him. A lot of times, he wondered why he married her, and now was one of those times. Katherine was keeping something 

    from him, and if all her fretting was any indication, this was not something small. What he did not know was what Amara had to do 

    with this. What was it about Amara that unsettled Katherine so much? He had never seen his wife this distressed before; she was 

    almost like a moth skipping through fire. No doubt, Mr. Bello surmised, that birthmark was the key to this. That plus mark definitely had a history if his wife had looked ghostly immediately 

    she saw it. The ridiculous explanation of Amara being with an evil spirit was senseless to him. He needed to find out what this was all 

    about.

    Finally decided, he picked up his phone and dialed the number of a secret private investigator. He waited patiently until the investigator picked up. Without waiting for pleasantries, he went 

    straight to the point. “Luke, see me in my office tomorrow. I need you to do something for me”

    __________________

    “What the hell is the matter with you?” Toba asked in anger. 

    “Are you really sure there is nothing going on between you and your village bet? You seem to have changed”. 

    “Of course there is nothing going on, besides, even if I want it to, Amara would not accept anything with me on a platter of gold” Alex retorted feeling anger creep into him as he remembered the way 

    his own wife chased him out of her room like a piece of trash.

    “Why do I have a feeling that you already want it?” Toba bellowed.

    Alex fixed Toba an angry questioning look. “And why does it seem to bother you so much?” he asked.

    Toba glowered at him. “Why should it not bother me? You come running to me for help, yet I give you advices and you don‟t follow them. Don‟t come bothering me if you would always do what 

    you want to do”

    Alex‟ eyes narrowed. “You asked me to beat her up, see where that led me?” he returned in anger.

    “The only thing I see here is that you have become a chicken just because of that thing you keep in your house. She is keeping you on your toes like a puppet. When did you become so soft?” Toba 

    bellowed, looking at Alex as if he could not quite believe he was the one.

    “Say that one more time and I would show you how unsoft I am with my fist” he said with clenched fists. He looked just as dangerous as Toba knew he was, or used to be before Amara surfaced.

    “Oh, you can display your fists here but when you see Amara, you turn to jelly” he spat out.

    “I am warning you Toba”

    Toba saw the telltale flash in Alex‟s eyes and knew he had to tread softly if he would be leaving the bar without a swollen eye. He sighed. “Alex. All I am saying is that this girl is too small to keep you  locked firmly in her small palm, how old is she? She just clocked twenty!” she exclaimed like he could not quite believe it. “You are a 

    whooping five years older, yet she seems to be the boss in that little house of yours, where is your edge? Why can‟t you put her in her 

    place?”

    Alex grimaced. “I let her have her way. I have really destroyed her life”

    Toba‟s frown deepened. “And now you are regretting your actions!” he exclaimed in bewilderment. “Are you sure something is 

    not wrong with you? What has that girl done to you?”

    Alex stared long at Toba. His coming to meet his friend was not helping matters at all. After listening to his friend rant and rave like a 

    frozen dock, he was certain that he would not be able to help him in 

    any way; not like he had been of any help ever since. To be sincere, 

    Alex did not know the type of help he sought. His head had been in 

    the clouds lately and he was beginning to wonder at what he actually 

    needed. “I think I need to go home now” he said, paid the bill and stood up. Toba shook his head and trailed after him.

    “You are being pathetic Alex. What do you plan on doing about Lisa uhn? You did not get her out of jail until her poor parents were able to pull the required strings to get her out on bail. When she 

    surfaces, you would be in for it; remember, Amara is not the only one carrying your child in her womb” he said with piercing clarity.

    Alex swallowed as he marched to his car. “You don‟t have to remind me that I have two babies on the way; if I don‟t remember, who will?”

    “I think the only child you remember is that of the little whore in your house. How sure are you that the child is even yours?”

    Alex stopped suddenly and fixed Toba with a firm glare. “As much as I am not overjoyed at the prospect of having a baby at this early stage of my life, I know the child is mine. The reason is simple I was the one who made her a woman, and there was no other  person, I assure you. She has never lied to me, despite all I have done; I am the only lying party here, that much cannot be denied” he said and entered his car without waiting for another annoying comment from his friend.

    As Alex drove home, his anger grew until it became gravely unbearable. He almost started soliloquizing in anger as he drove 

    home. What angered him most was that Toba had been right. He had changed! Even the blind would see it vividly. He could not tell what 

    triggered it. He was beginning to blame himself for what he did to Amara; and why? He could not even tell. Maybe because Amara had 

    picked up her pieces so bravely, doing the damnest to put the past behind her. Or maybe it was because she had become so bold that she 

    now had the effrontery to stand up to him; even Lisa could not that effectively as Amara did; it was as annoying as it was amusing. It 

    was probably her growing beauty that was getting to his head, he mused. With each passing day, she grew in beauty and it was not half as annoying as it was fascinating. It was even more surprising 

    that she was that way with the bulging pregnancy.

    Alex rubbed his palm over his face and stroked his thumb against his day‟s growth of beards, in frustration. He did not understand what was going on. There was this strange feeling he had 

    towards Amara that could not be named. He felt a strange connection between them. It was not a feeling he identified with. He had loved 

    before, yes, but he was did not think this growing feeling was love. 

    On the contrary, he would have known instantly if it was love; or

    wouldn‟t he? Lisa did not hold his heart, there was just this strong sexual attraction between them that Alex could not do away with. He 

    had loved a woman only once in his life and got burnt from it. But now, what was this that he was developing for Amara? He groaned 

    in frustration. He hated something he could not name or identify 

    more than anything. He sighed and drove into the compound………..

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    I adjusted my silk night robe about my body as I walked the stairs to grab a cup of water. I was finding it difficult to sleep. It 

    was one of those nights when my memories would come floating back through my mind emotions all worked up. Many times, I thought I had gotten past the hurt and anger and bitterness, 

    that I have them successfully locked away never to resurface; but more often than not, they always came back to haunt me, especially 

    when I find myself alone in my massive bedroom.

    As I walked fully into the sitting room, I found Alex sitting at the mini bar in the sitting room, drinking. His head turned and his 

    eyes bore into me as I stood transfixed, staring back at him. 

    “Are you willing to join the party?” he slurred. “It seems you also could not find sleep”

    I noticed the drunken state he was in by the way his voice dragged. I shook my head slightly. “It startles me that everything I knew about you was wrong” I said in amused anger. “So you are also 

    a drunkard”

    His posture still seemed composed even though he was obviously drunk. Only his voice could make someone realize it. “I am not drunk madam, only tipsy” he said and raised a half-filled cup. 

    “You should join me”

    I eyed him. “You are pathetic, you know? You need help” I said as I made my way to the dispenser.

    He smiled. “Yeah! I need help to get to my bedroom safely. My legs feel shaky”

    I hissed. “You can sleep on the bar, even sleep on your feet; it is none of my concern” I drank my water and replaced the cup. Out of 

    the corner of my eyes, I saw Alex rise to his feet. He seemed stable enough until he took a step and swayed. My first instinct was to 

    hurriedly grab him but I caught myself in time. „I don‟t care‟ I told  myself again. I don‟t care if he falls and breaks his pretty nose; it 

    won‟t mean a thing to me!

    He closed his eyes tight for some seconds and later opened them. He seemed to be trying to keep his gaze straight. He took four 

    unstable steps again and nearly fell over; before I knew it, I was at his side. Realizing it, I became so angry; more at myself that him. I should happily watch him fall without helping him. I should even 

    walk over his fallen body; so why am I here, worried that he might hurt himself by falling over? I sighed slightly and grabbed his hand 

    roughly. I but it around my neck roughly, supporting him with my shoulder. “I guess it would not hurt to prevent you from breaking 

    your neck” I said as I dragged him up the stairs in anger.

    He smiled annoyingly. “I guess you still care about my neck” he drawled.

    I felt the great urge to topple him down the stairs. “It would be better if you keep your mouth shut if not, I would gladly watch your head roll down the stairs.

    He continued smiling but kept quiet. I had a cause to enter his 

    room for the second time since I entered the house and it brought 

    back the remembrance of the terrible day Alex told me I was nothing 

    more than a bet. My teeth bit into my lips as I shook away the 

    overwhelming emotions and anger that took over me. I practically tumbled Alex onto the bed and straightened.

    Alex looked sleepily at me. “It feels so good to have your arms around me again” he said with half open eyes.

    I stiffened and almost slapped him at that. Controlling myself with great difficulty, I turned to leave. “Savor it while you can cause it would never happen again, you can count on it”. I exited the room and slammed the door shut……….

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