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  • Ikenga- Episode 5

    Ikenga- Episode 5

    IKENGA
    Ikenga- Episode 5

    Theme: (The Demon I Saw)

    By Praise Chidera Obiora 


    A flash of lightning followed almost immediately, causing thick darkness. The eyes of the tiny
    scorpions flashed like lighted touches running in my direction. I turned and ran as fast as I could. I
    searched with my eyes for the nearest tree I could climb. I turned to my left and sighted the Kola
    nut tree I had passed earlier on. My only hope of survival depended on that tree. It was the only
    hiding place I had.
    Six tiny scorpions which had successfully climbed my cloths, landed random stings on my back
    and ears. I shouted in terror and winced in great pain. With my hands, I dusted them off my cloths
    and increased my steps faster towards the Kola nut tree.
    I was running and panting in great fear. I ran like a man chased by ten lions. The fearful sight of
    the scorpions had increased my adrenaline. My legs quickened as I ran like a horse.
    Little had I gotten to the tree when I lifted my legs and jumped like an aragutan on one of the
    branches of Kola nut tree.
    The branch I had stepped foot on, made a creaking sound. I grabbed on to another which was
    above my head and held on to it. I watched from above as the tiny scorpions lifted their tails and
    clasped their hungry claws in disappointment.
    I felt their rage. The creaking sound from their incessant clasping of their claws, sounded like the
    raining of Ice blocks on a metal zinc. I used the palm of my hands to close my both ears as the
    noice became louder. I tried to find a perfect branch to place my both legs, while I kept a stern eye
    on the hungry creatures.
    With the way I stared at them, it felt to me like I could see every single one of them. They didn’t
    make an attempt to climb the tree. I really did not know if they could even climb the tree.
    It felt like the gathering of soldiers. They had surrounded the whole tree and made the floor look
    like a carpet of scorpions.
    I heaved a sigh and sat down on one of the thick branches. Immediately, I remembered the tree
    with the seven headed snakes. I remembered how it had slowly turned soft while I leaned on it. I
    used my hands to feel the kola nut tree just to make sure it was still hard and was not turning into
    yet another snake.
    In my heart, I silently prayed that the tree remained as it were. I prayed that it was just an ordinary
    kolanut tree, and not another trap set by the gods.
    “Let all this be a dream. Let me be dreaming.” I prayed as I looked down at the creatures.
    I lifted my eyes to find the biggest of them all- it was the first tiny scorpion I had seen- the very
    first scorpion that had grown into a giant scorpion.
    It seemed to have been the mother of all the other tiny scorpions that surrounded the tree. This
    creature was two times bigger than the kolanut tree l was resting on.
    My fear arose again. I watched keenly as it approached slowly. It looked like one which was not in
    a hurry to hunt me. It walked like a king and didn’t run like the rest of the other scorpions.
    Aside the red set of tongue in the claws of this creature, I saw the tail erupt with hot fire that shined
    from the distance. It had horns which was planted at its jaws like an elephant. I saw its its eyes shine brighter than the tiny scorpions. It approached the tree and stood still. I noticed its ten giant
    legs stand firm like that of an iroko tree.
    It sniffed with its nose like a woman who had received red roses from her husband. I felt its breath
    blow the leaves of the kolanut tree. The creature sneezed and the tiny scorpions scampered
    behind it in fear. The tree bent backwards and my hands slipped of the branch I was holding on to.
    I screamed and quickly grabbed on to another branch. This time, I held it tightly with my both
    hands. The giant scorpion sneezed a second time causing the tree to curve backwards once
    more.
    Just like an explosion of gunpowder, a loud sound reverbrated in my ears. I turned towards the
    creature to find its body crashed to the floor, with its ten legs widely spread open. The creature
    seemed to have fallen asleep or probably collapsed.
    Its fall raised dust which filled the air like smoke. The clouds covering the bright sun melted, giving
    way to the bright sun. The thick darkeness disappeared instantly. The sun flashed its light upon
    my face. The tiny scorpions had mysteriously disappeared with the dust.
    I watched with my both eyes as the fire from the tail of the giant scorpion, spread and consumed
    its own body. The giant scorpion turned into ashes and was blown away into thin air.
    I jumped down from the Kola nut tree happily. On the floor, I could see kolanuts which had fallen
    down from the tree during the giant sneeze of the creature. I bent down and picked just a single
    piece of Kolanut.
    “You must be a lucky child. You are very lucky to have escaped the Second demon sent to you.”
    Amara voice echoed in my ears.
    I quickly buried the kolanuts in my pockets and turned in search of her.
    “Where are you? Why can’t I see your face any more? Why are you hiding from me?” I asked.
    Amara let out a great laugh.
    “Ikengaaa… Only those who eat the sweet red Igbuala mango are capable of seeing what the
    gods see. The powers from the Igbuala mangoes are fading off from your eyes Ikenga.”
    “What do you mean by that?”
    “You threw away your mangoes Ikenga. Without the red Igbuala mangoes, you will not be able to
    see me. And that means you will not be able to see the five demons that await you. Poor Ikenga,
    you shall die a miserable death now.”
    “But my grandmother never mentioned anything about the powers from the Igbula mangoes fading
    off. Why did mine fade off. Why didn’t Ijeoma eyes not fade off when she ate hers.”
    “You mean the god mother of beauty?”
    “Yes.”
    “My mother Ijeoma had been feeding on the red Igbuala mangoes for a very long time Ikenga. She
    slowly metamorphosed into a god after consuming so many red Igbuala mangoes in nine months.”
    “In your own case, this is the first time of you eating the Igbuala mangoes. You shall only be able
    to see two set of demons per mango.”
    I quickly thought about the three red Igbuala mangoes I had thrown in the bush. I calculated
    carefully. The three red Igbuala mangoes were enough for me to see the five demons that awaited
    me.
    Ijeoma was right. Without the red Igbuala mangoes, I stood no chance. I was going to look like a
    blind warrior going to war with men who can see clearly with both eyes. I was actually going to die
    a miserable death.
    I quickly turned and ran back. I was heading for the three mangoes. I was heading back to pick the
    only thing that guaranteed my spiritual eyes to see the demons.
    As I ran fast like a wounded lion, I prayed fervently in my heart that the mangoes were still going to
    be there by the time I arrive.
    To be continued….

  • Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    AUDIO BOYFRIEND
    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    By Rejoice Jeremiah. C 


    [Previously on Audio Boyfriend]
    “N noo, you can’t do that.” Ha nah said.
    “I have to. I guess you know who I am and who my boss would be already. You should be  lucky he didn’t decide to bring the police with him. Now, if you would excuse me, I would search every nook and cranny.” he said.
     You can’t.”
    I have to do this. I have to do this.
    I inhaled, then exhaled.
    Yes, alright Sara. It’s time. It’s time.
    One, two, three!
    I came out of my hiding.
    “Here I am, I’m Sara.” I said, facing the man in suit.

    Sara

    The man slide his hands into his trouser pocket.
    “I’d make a great detective, what do you think?” he asked.
    “Huh?” I said.
    His face look deadly.
    “Hello, Park Sara. My name is Williams and outside, in the car is my boss by the name Mr
    Jasmin Taylor. I don’t need to go further, now come with me. He wants to speak with you.”
    he said.
    “Ar are you with the police?” I asked.
    “I wish I did. Now come on. You don’t keep him waiting.” he said.
    “I will go, I will go.. Don’t call the police.” I said.
    “I have no idea you can be afraid of the police.” he said as we headed out.
    Ha nah was standing behind her working machines, almost in tears for me.
    “Sara,” she called. “be careful.”
    “I will. Please take care of the shop if anything happens to me.” I said.
    She rushed to me. “Here, your phone.” she said.
    I took it. “Thanks. Don’t worry, he just want to speak with me.” I said.
    “I’m really scared.” she said.
    “I’m more, so please be strong.” I said.
    “Get going please,” Williams said.
    “Of course I am.” I said and walked out.
    My eyes were fixed on the car as we walked down the staircase. My heart beating loudly that
    I fear the man behind me could hear it.
    I placed my hands on My chest trying to calm myself down.
    ‘Relax Sara. You can do this.’ I told myself.
    We finally got to the car even though I tried relaxing, my heart still beated fast and so loud
    and I was scared, nervous and at the point of going unconscious. I think I suddenly fell ill.
    Williams opened the back door and I saw him sitting comfortably on the backseat.
    I moved back as my heart flew.. I felt nausea, I feel like my eyes were turning. I felt weak
    and not able to move again.
    “Get in.” Williams said.
    Then I think I passed out, cos everything became blank.

    Jasmin

    From the car window, I watched as the girl walked down the stair with Williams behind her.
    It’s really her?
    Why do she look this pretty…
    She seem quite scared. Of course she should. I could arrest her this minute and pay dearly
    for messing with my name.
    But I’m holding back and I don’t know why.
    No I do, the tears in her eyes on those pictures. I can’t help but wonder why she was in tears
    and why someone in tears had to do something like that few days later.’
    She finally got to the car and I could say she is beautiful.
    She look so scared and her face appear so innocent. She doesn’t look like someone who
    can do such a thing.
    Williams opened the door. She stepped back, shaking. I could see her lips shaking like she
    is covered in snow.
    “Get in.” Williams said, but then she scared the hell outta me – she fainted.
    “Oh my.. What? This lady is really a drama queen!” Williams said, bent down and began
    shaking her.
    “Sara! Sara! Stop being a con artist and get up!”
    I tried getting out but William halted me. “Don’t come out J, people are coming. I will know
    what to do with her.” he said.
    “She’s unconscious. She isn’t pretending.” I said, got out and knelt beside her.
    I can few people coming and a girl running down the staircase too.
    “Shift Williams, let me try something.” I said.
    “What?”
    “Just move back,” I said and he did.
    I placed my two hands on her chest, and pushed. ‘One! two! three! Four!’
    I leaned, opened her mouth, and passed air into her mouth with my mouth.

    Ha nah

    Reaching downstairs, i halted at the scene before me.
    Jesus! What I’m I seeing?
    Jasmin trying to save Sara!
    Oh my God! we are in more trouble!
    People are taking pictures and videos already.
    Williams is standing transfixed.
    We are in for more trouble.

    Jasmin

    One, two, three four! I pushed again and passed air into her mouth and at the third push, she
    opened her eyes and seeing me, her eyes went wide open.
    Oh my God.. He just saved his girlfriend.
    I can’t believe this. This is more than amazing.
    Wowww
    Wonderful… This got me smiling so wide
    Aww she is so lucky
    Jasmin taylor saved his girlfriend who collapsed
    This is sweet.
    “Huh? What..why are you close to to me?” she asked with a scared eyes. The crowd couldn’t
    hear her since everywhere went noisy.
    “Are you okay?” I asked.
    “I..I I’m fine but-“
    “You fainted so I had to do the common life saving method. Are you sure you are okay
    now?” I asked.
    “I..I’m fine. Thank you si sir,” she said.
    “Sara!” The girl shouted and rushed over. “Are you alright Sara?”
    I stood up and looked at Williams.
    I could understand his eyes.
    I gave him a look of -at-least-she’s-awake.
    He gave me a look of -are-you-still-gonna-speakk-with-her.
    “Yes,” I said and turned to Sara who had stood up by the help of her friend.
    “Can she rest for awhile please?” The girl asked.
    “No, come inside the car.” I said but Sara was moving back so I grabbed her and pulled her
    into the car, shut the door and wind up the tinted glass.
    I pressed ‘record’ on my phone.
    “Please give me a chance, I will explain everything.” she said.
    “Of course that’s what I’m giving you to do.”
    Williams got into the driver’s seat, started the car and zoomed off.
    “Whe..where are we going? Please don’t take me to the police. I will explain everything.” she
    begged.
    “Then start!” I half yelled. “Do you understand the mess you did huh! Are you really a con
    artist and pretended not to see where you were heading to and then you bump into me and
    had someone take pictures for you to mess with my name?!”
    “No, no, not that..I will explain. I’m really going to say the truth.” she said.
    “Then start now.”
    “I… actually.. I didnt see you coming that night at Love Hospital because my eyes were filled
    with tears and I never placed anyone to take pictures of you and me. It was all a
    coincidence. When I bumped into you, I had no idea who you were at all.”
    “She’s lying.” William said.
    “I’m not” She said.
    “Who doesn’t know Jasmin Taylor!” he said
    “I didn’t!”
    “She has the guts to yell huh! You just caused another mess by collapsing and the videos
    would be all over the media now. Are you crazy?” He yelled.
    “Let her go on Williams.” I said.
    “Don’t listen to this liar. Don’t get deceived by her innocent face. You are a superstar Jasmin.
    You are not to fall for this kind of things. She is temptation!” Williams said.
    “Excuse me Williams, let her finish her story.” I said. “Go on,” I told the lady who was in tears now.
    “I’m really telling the truth, I had no idea who is Jasmin Taylor and didn’t know he was the
    one I bumped into. But there’s someone you made me know. She is only a little girl, please
    don’t ask about her. You can put all the blames on me. She didn’t expect me to do this when
    she showed me the pictures that she took. When she showed me the picture, truthfully, I
    was angry at her for taking pictures of people and in such position. Then she told me a brief
    detail about you and even after she told me, I didn’t want to take the pictures but then I felt like taking it.
    I’m sure it’s the kind of excitement that you collided with a celebrity and I didn’t have the thought of posting them online with those captions but something made me do it.” she said,
    sniffled and wiped her tears with her hand.
    I took out a tissue and stretched to her. “Take, clean your tears and go on.” I said.
    She looked at the tissue and at me, then she took it but blew her nose instead.
    “My father had been in the hospital for five months. He had an accident and it was all my fault.
     I shouldn’t have told him to come to the shop. He got into an accident on his way and
    because.. because I haven’t paid half of his bill for the five months he had been in the
    hospital, he have been treated with less interest. I was told that night that if I don’t get the money in two weeks.
     Then I have to take my dad.
    I could have been able to pay the bill if my business was working fine but it isn’t. We hardly have a sell in a day.
    Everyone that came, talk ill about my designs and walk away.
    I kept thinking of what to do until the idea of posting the pictures with the caption came in.
    I thought that if I do that, I will be able to get lots of customers since females really like you
    and might want to meet Jasmin Taylor’s girlfriend.
    I didn’t mean to get social attention but to get customers to buy my sales so I can pay my
    father’s bill and it..it really is working for me. I’m sorry I had to do this. I know it was so foolish
    of me and I promise to refix everything tonight. Please don’t take me to the police. I promise to end everything today”
    “Do you think you can end it all today? Do you know how far the news has gone? You must
    be out of your mind to think of such an idea. You could have find something else to do, and
    pay your father’s bill.” Williams said.
    I exhaled. “I will give you a chance to fix this today. You knew how you started this, end it.
    I have the record and I’m going to share this so everyone can hear you speaking the truth. I
    pity you and don’t think arresting you would be a good idea.” I said and showed her my phone.
    “Do you understand?” I said.
    She nodded. “I promise to fix it.”
    “How?” William asked.
    “I will..I will share a video of me saying the truth.” she said.
    “Nice idea.” Williams said. I saved the record.
    “Take her back to her shop Williams,” I said and Williams reversed.
    She was still in tears, and sniffing. I picked the tissue roll and dropped on her thighs.
    She looked at me and I don’t know why my eyes landed on her lips.

    Sara

    He dropped a tissue roll on my thighs and I raised my face to look at him but my eyes landed
    on his lips.
    I quickly looked away.
    ‘I can’t believe that lips touched mine.
    Why did I have to faint? Was I too scared?
    I can’t believe he saved me.
    I can’t believe I said the whole truth either.
    Somehow I’m relieved, He isn’t arresting me but then I’m unhappy, everything would end today.
    I would loose all the customers I’ve gathered this few days if I say the truth.
    Maybe I would look for another way of paying the other half. Maybe leaving designing for few
    weeks and working part time jobs.
    That’s the only way for me.
    I looked at him again and he was looking ahead.
    ‘He’s really handsome. Lisa was very right. I can’t blame her.
    The car pulled up a little distance from my shop.
    Jasmin turned to me.
    “It mustn’t exceed today,” he said.
    I nodded.
    “Thank you so much for not arresting me.” I said.
    “Get out of the car!” Williams said.
    I opened the door, went out and closed it back. The car zoomed off.
    I headed towards my shop.
    ‘But why didn’t he stop me in front of my shop? That annoying man. Acting like he’s the boss!
    Ahh I shouldn’t be complaining, I should be happy that I got saved out of a lion’s den.’
    Once I walked into the premises of the my shop, I saw people everywhere. Some held
    phones, some camera, some mics.
    I remembered that morning at my house. Then I thought of why I was dropped a distance
    away.
    They must have known that this people would be here.
    They rushed to me immediately.
    Excuse me, Miss Park Sara. There’s a video of you collapsing and Jasmin saved you.
    Can we know what caused the fainting?
    After he saved you, you both went off in his car, can we know where he took you to?
    Are you two planning on getting married soon?
    “Excuse me, I can’t answer all that now.” I said and headed upstairs. They followed me.
    Why? Are you having issues with him already
    please can you answer even one?
    I decided to run. They ran after me.
    Miss Park Sara
    Miss Park Sara
    Where did you get a kiss from him?
    What do you like most about him?
    I pushed into the shop and Ha nah was at the door, waiting. She shut the door immediately and locked it.
    “Ah thank you for that.” I said and collapsed on a chair.
    “When they leave, I will.” I said, “please help me with a glass of water, I’m dying.” I said.
    She ran off to the fridge to get it.
    [Written by, Rejoice Jeremiah)

     Jasmin

    We pulled into the house and got down from the car. A motorbike was parked.
    “That should be your brother’s.” Williams said.
    “He’s here again.” I said.
    “He likes to be with you, not minding any issue.” Williams said.
    “He’s still seventeen and doesn’t know really understand all that. I guess he will when he
    gets to twenty or so.”
    “He do Jasmin. He’s not a kid. But he’s s smart enough to know that you are the first son
    even if your mom and dad got divorced, you are still the Moon’s son. Have you forgotten the
    reason why you didn’t change your surname officially? You said you’d be back to take what
    rightfully belongs to your mom and you.
    Why didn’t your mom get married? She is waiting for you to do that. You fooled them by making them think you changed your surname.”
    “Well, I don’t want to go on with that anymore.” I said and made my way into the house.
    Once in, I met Young throwing dart.
    He smiled widely on seeing me.
    “Hello hyung (brother), welcome. I’ve been waiting earnestly for you.” he said.
    “When did you get here?” I asked.
    “Uhm. Almost three hours now. I’m so exhausted waiting for you. I’m happy you are back.”
    he said and threw the next dark. It got in the bullseye.
    “Whoa… I’m really good at this brother.” he said.
    “I’m going for some rest. If you get hungry, tell Minah to serve you something.” I said to him
    and his face went into a sad frown.
    “Ain’t you going to play a little with your kid brother?” he asked.
    “Young, I’m tired and I need to rest.” I said and turned to Williams. “Williams you can play
    with him. Answer the telephone when it rings. I’m off to sleep for awhile.” I said and headed upstairs.

    Hours Later
    The calling of my name woke me up.
    “Jasmin, can you wake up now.. This is very important.”
    I opened my eyes and it’s Williams.
    “Oh my.. Is it night already?” I asked.
    “Yes. You have to hear this.” he said.
    I sat up.
    “What’s that? Have you checked if that girl had shared the video? If she haven’t, then let’s go
    first by sharing this record.” I said.
    “Actually, the SBX entertainment called and they said something else.
    SBX.. I have interview with them tomorrow.
    “What did they call for?”
    “They want your girlfriend at the interview with you tomorrow.”
    “What? What did you tell them?”
    “I told them that, their request came really too late and your girlfriend won’t be prepared for
    such thing.”
    “What, my girlfriend?” I said.
    He rubbed his neck and sighed.
    “Well I think I made a mistake by saying that. I wonder what I could have told them.” he said.

    Sara

    “It’s time Ha nah. Immediately I share this video then we’ve lost everything.” I said.
    She exhaled. “I know but what can we do. Just go ahead with it.” she said.
    “He was quite nice to me in the car.” I said.
    “You’ve said that a million times already.” She said.
    I smiled. “And really handsome.” I said.
    “I don’t feel like doing this, not because of the money anymore but because..” I looked at her.
    “My heart is flustering. What do you think Ha nah?”
    “You..like him?” she asked.
    I breathed out. “I think so. The way he talked to me. He gave me a tissue to wipe my tears.
    I’ve never seen someone so nice. I thought every superstar is always arrogant and introvert
    like in the movies but Jasmin was different. And didn’t he save when I passed out?”
    “Snap out of this girl.. He only felt sorry for you and that’s where it ends. Your parts are really
    different. Nice people can be worse too. You did a terrible thing which you should wipe out
    now so please go on before it’s too late. I read that he have an interview with the SBX
    tomorrow. If you don’t correct this now, I wonder what will happen tomorrow at the interview.
    Please go on.. Or you can shift, I’ll do it.” Ha nah said.
    “Of course I’m going to do it, I just need a little minute.” I said.
    “What?”
    “Being such a person’s girlfriend would be really great. I can’t believe he forgot his
    personality and saved me when I passed out because of fright. How did he learn to do that?
    He must be good at so many things.” I said.
    “I was wondering too. But this isn’t the time to recall about this things, come on, do this girl.
    You can do this.” she said.
    I exhaled. “Yes I will.” I said and moved my hand to the ‘send button’ but my phone which
    began ringing interrupted.
    I took it..
    ‘An unsaved number.’
    “I’m sure it’s a customer calling, ignore it.” Ha nah said.
    “No, I will pick it.” I said and picked it up.
    “Hello,” I said.
    “hello, is this Park Sara?”
    Immediately, I remembered the voice. It’s Jasmin’s.
    I gasped and looked at Ha nah who looked curious.
    “Ye yes it’s Park Sara.” I answered as my heart began beating.
    “Are you free tomorrow?” he asked.
    Uh? Why’s he asking that?
    “I..I’m -” I didn’t know what to say.
    “Do I need to ask you anyway, you caused this for me.”
    “Wh..huh?”
    “I was supposed to have an interview alone tomorrow but now we are going to be two
    because of what you did! This is crazy!!
    Get ready tomorrow morning, someone would pick you up. You are going to the interview
    with me,…as my girlfriend.”

    The phone fell off my hand.

    TBC

  • Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    AUDIO BOYFRIEND
    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 4

    By Rejoice Jeremiah. C 


    [Previously on Audio Boyfriend]
    “N noo, you can’t do that.” Ha nah said.
    “I have to. I guess you know who I am and who my boss would be already. You should be  lucky he didn’t decide to bring the police with him. Now, if you would excuse me, I would search every nook and cranny.” he said.
     You can’t.”
    I have to do this. I have to do this.
    I inhaled, then exhaled.
    Yes, alright Sara. It’s time. It’s time.
    One, two, three!
    I came out of my hiding.
    “Here I am, I’m Sara.” I said, facing the man in suit.

    Sara

    The man slide his hands into his trouser pocket.
    “I’d make a great detective, what do you think?” he asked.
    “Huh?” I said.
    His face look deadly.
    “Hello, Park Sara. My name is Williams and outside, in the car is my boss by the name Mr
    Jasmin Taylor. I don’t need to go further, now come with me. He wants to speak with you.”
    he said.
    “Ar are you with the police?” I asked.
    “I wish I did. Now come on. You don’t keep him waiting.” he said.
    “I will go, I will go.. Don’t call the police.” I said.
    “I have no idea you can be afraid of the police.” he said as we headed out.
    Ha nah was standing behind her working machines, almost in tears for me.
    “Sara,” she called. “be careful.”
    “I will. Please take care of the shop if anything happens to me.” I said.
    She rushed to me. “Here, your phone.” she said.
    I took it. “Thanks. Don’t worry, he just want to speak with me.” I said.
    “I’m really scared.” she said.
    “I’m more, so please be strong.” I said.
    “Get going please,” Williams said.
    “Of course I am.” I said and walked out.
    My eyes were fixed on the car as we walked down the staircase. My heart beating loudly that
    I fear the man behind me could hear it.
    I placed my hands on My chest trying to calm myself down.
    ‘Relax Sara. You can do this.’ I told myself.
    We finally got to the car even though I tried relaxing, my heart still beated fast and so loud
    and I was scared, nervous and at the point of going unconscious. I think I suddenly fell ill.
    Williams opened the back door and I saw him sitting comfortably on the backseat.
    I moved back as my heart flew.. I felt nausea, I feel like my eyes were turning. I felt weak
    and not able to move again.
    “Get in.” Williams said.
    Then I think I passed out, cos everything became blank.

    Jasmin

    From the car window, I watched as the girl walked down the stair with Williams behind her.
    It’s really her?
    Why do she look this pretty…
    She seem quite scared. Of course she should. I could arrest her this minute and pay dearly
    for messing with my name.
    But I’m holding back and I don’t know why.
    No I do, the tears in her eyes on those pictures. I can’t help but wonder why she was in tears
    and why someone in tears had to do something like that few days later.’
    She finally got to the car and I could say she is beautiful.
    She look so scared and her face appear so innocent. She doesn’t look like someone who
    can do such a thing.
    Williams opened the door. She stepped back, shaking. I could see her lips shaking like she
    is covered in snow.
    “Get in.” Williams said, but then she scared the hell outta me – she fainted.
    “Oh my.. What? This lady is really a drama queen!” Williams said, bent down and began
    shaking her.
    “Sara! Sara! Stop being a con artist and get up!”
    I tried getting out but William halted me. “Don’t come out J, people are coming. I will know
    what to do with her.” he said.
    “She’s unconscious. She isn’t pretending.” I said, got out and knelt beside her.
    I can few people coming and a girl running down the staircase too.
    “Shift Williams, let me try something.” I said.
    “What?”
    “Just move back,” I said and he did.
    I placed my two hands on her chest, and pushed. ‘One! two! three! Four!’
    I leaned, opened her mouth, and passed air into her mouth with my mouth.

    Ha nah

    Reaching downstairs, i halted at the scene before me.
    Jesus! What I’m I seeing?
    Jasmin trying to save Sara!
    Oh my God! we are in more trouble!
    People are taking pictures and videos already.
    Williams is standing transfixed.
    We are in for more trouble.

    Jasmin

    One, two, three four! I pushed again and passed air into her mouth and at the third push, she
    opened her eyes and seeing me, her eyes went wide open.
    Oh my God.. He just saved his girlfriend.
    I can’t believe this. This is more than amazing.
    Wowww
    Wonderful… This got me smiling so wide
    Aww she is so lucky
    Jasmin taylor saved his girlfriend who collapsed
    This is sweet.
    “Huh? What..why are you close to to me?” she asked with a scared eyes. The crowd couldn’t
    hear her since everywhere went noisy.
    “Are you okay?” I asked.
    “I..I I’m fine but-“
    “You fainted so I had to do the common life saving method. Are you sure you are okay
    now?” I asked.
    “I..I’m fine. Thank you si sir,” she said.
    “Sara!” The girl shouted and rushed over. “Are you alright Sara?”
    I stood up and looked at Williams.
    I could understand his eyes.
    I gave him a look of -at-least-she’s-awake.
    He gave me a look of -are-you-still-gonna-speakk-with-her.
    “Yes,” I said and turned to Sara who had stood up by the help of her friend.
    “Can she rest for awhile please?” The girl asked.
    “No, come inside the car.” I said but Sara was moving back so I grabbed her and pulled her
    into the car, shut the door and wind up the tinted glass.
    I pressed ‘record’ on my phone.
    “Please give me a chance, I will explain everything.” she said.
    “Of course that’s what I’m giving you to do.”
    Williams got into the driver’s seat, started the car and zoomed off.
    “Whe..where are we going? Please don’t take me to the police. I will explain everything.” she
    begged.
    “Then start!” I half yelled. “Do you understand the mess you did huh! Are you really a con
    artist and pretended not to see where you were heading to and then you bump into me and
    had someone take pictures for you to mess with my name?!”
    “No, no, not that..I will explain. I’m really going to say the truth.” she said.
    “Then start now.”
    “I… actually.. I didnt see you coming that night at Love Hospital because my eyes were filled
    with tears and I never placed anyone to take pictures of you and me. It was all a
    coincidence. When I bumped into you, I had no idea who you were at all.”
    “She’s lying.” William said.
    “I’m not” She said.
    “Who doesn’t know Jasmin Taylor!” he said
    “I didn’t!”
    “She has the guts to yell huh! You just caused another mess by collapsing and the videos
    would be all over the media now. Are you crazy?” He yelled.
    “Let her go on Williams.” I said.
    “Don’t listen to this liar. Don’t get deceived by her innocent face. You are a superstar Jasmin.
    You are not to fall for this kind of things. She is temptation!” Williams said.
    “Excuse me Williams, let her finish her story.” I said. “Go on,” I told the lady who was in tears now.
    “I’m really telling the truth, I had no idea who is Jasmin Taylor and didn’t know he was the
    one I bumped into. But there’s someone you made me know. She is only a little girl, please
    don’t ask about her. You can put all the blames on me. She didn’t expect me to do this when
    she showed me the pictures that she took. When she showed me the picture, truthfully, I
    was angry at her for taking pictures of people and in such position. Then she told me a brief
    detail about you and even after she told me, I didn’t want to take the pictures but then I felt like taking it.
    I’m sure it’s the kind of excitement that you collided with a celebrity and I didn’t have the thought of posting them online with those captions but something made me do it.” she said,
    sniffled and wiped her tears with her hand.
    I took out a tissue and stretched to her. “Take, clean your tears and go on.” I said.
    She looked at the tissue and at me, then she took it but blew her nose instead.
    “My father had been in the hospital for five months. He had an accident and it was all my fault.
     I shouldn’t have told him to come to the shop. He got into an accident on his way and
    because.. because I haven’t paid half of his bill for the five months he had been in the
    hospital, he have been treated with less interest. I was told that night that if I don’t get the money in two weeks.
     Then I have to take my dad.
    I could have been able to pay the bill if my business was working fine but it isn’t. We hardly have a sell in a day.
    Everyone that came, talk ill about my designs and walk away.
    I kept thinking of what to do until the idea of posting the pictures with the caption came in.
    I thought that if I do that, I will be able to get lots of customers since females really like you
    and might want to meet Jasmin Taylor’s girlfriend.
    I didn’t mean to get social attention but to get customers to buy my sales so I can pay my
    father’s bill and it..it really is working for me. I’m sorry I had to do this. I know it was so foolish
    of me and I promise to refix everything tonight. Please don’t take me to the police. I promise to end everything today”
    “Do you think you can end it all today? Do you know how far the news has gone? You must
    be out of your mind to think of such an idea. You could have find something else to do, and
    pay your father’s bill.” Williams said.
    I exhaled. “I will give you a chance to fix this today. You knew how you started this, end it.
    I have the record and I’m going to share this so everyone can hear you speaking the truth. I
    pity you and don’t think arresting you would be a good idea.” I said and showed her my phone.
    “Do you understand?” I said.
    She nodded. “I promise to fix it.”
    “How?” William asked.
    “I will..I will share a video of me saying the truth.” she said.
    “Nice idea.” Williams said. I saved the record.
    “Take her back to her shop Williams,” I said and Williams reversed.
    She was still in tears, and sniffing. I picked the tissue roll and dropped on her thighs.
    She looked at me and I don’t know why my eyes landed on her lips.

    Sara

    He dropped a tissue roll on my thighs and I raised my face to look at him but my eyes landed
    on his lips.
    I quickly looked away.
    ‘I can’t believe that lips touched mine.
    Why did I have to faint? Was I too scared?
    I can’t believe he saved me.
    I can’t believe I said the whole truth either.
    Somehow I’m relieved, He isn’t arresting me but then I’m unhappy, everything would end today.
    I would loose all the customers I’ve gathered this few days if I say the truth.
    Maybe I would look for another way of paying the other half. Maybe leaving designing for few
    weeks and working part time jobs.
    That’s the only way for me.
    I looked at him again and he was looking ahead.
    ‘He’s really handsome. Lisa was very right. I can’t blame her.
    The car pulled up a little distance from my shop.
    Jasmin turned to me.
    “It mustn’t exceed today,” he said.
    I nodded.
    “Thank you so much for not arresting me.” I said.
    “Get out of the car!” Williams said.
    I opened the door, went out and closed it back. The car zoomed off.
    I headed towards my shop.
    ‘But why didn’t he stop me in front of my shop? That annoying man. Acting like he’s the boss!
    Ahh I shouldn’t be complaining, I should be happy that I got saved out of a lion’s den.’
    Once I walked into the premises of the my shop, I saw people everywhere. Some held
    phones, some camera, some mics.
    I remembered that morning at my house. Then I thought of why I was dropped a distance
    away.
    They must have known that this people would be here.
    They rushed to me immediately.
    Excuse me, Miss Park Sara. There’s a video of you collapsing and Jasmin saved you.
    Can we know what caused the fainting?
    After he saved you, you both went off in his car, can we know where he took you to?
    Are you two planning on getting married soon?
    “Excuse me, I can’t answer all that now.” I said and headed upstairs. They followed me.
    Why? Are you having issues with him already
    please can you answer even one?
    I decided to run. They ran after me.
    Miss Park Sara
    Miss Park Sara
    Where did you get a kiss from him?
    What do you like most about him?
    I pushed into the shop and Ha nah was at the door, waiting. She shut the door immediately and locked it.
    “Ah thank you for that.” I said and collapsed on a chair.
    “When they leave, I will.” I said, “please help me with a glass of water, I’m dying.” I said.
    She ran off to the fridge to get it.
    [Written by, Rejoice Jeremiah)

     Jasmin

    We pulled into the house and got down from the car. A motorbike was parked.
    “That should be your brother’s.” Williams said.
    “He’s here again.” I said.
    “He likes to be with you, not minding any issue.” Williams said.
    “He’s still seventeen and doesn’t know really understand all that. I guess he will when he
    gets to twenty or so.”
    “He do Jasmin. He’s not a kid. But he’s s smart enough to know that you are the first son
    even if your mom and dad got divorced, you are still the Moon’s son. Have you forgotten the
    reason why you didn’t change your surname officially? You said you’d be back to take what
    rightfully belongs to your mom and you.
    Why didn’t your mom get married? She is waiting for you to do that. You fooled them by making them think you changed your surname.”
    “Well, I don’t want to go on with that anymore.” I said and made my way into the house.
    Once in, I met Young throwing dart.
    He smiled widely on seeing me.
    “Hello hyung (brother), welcome. I’ve been waiting earnestly for you.” he said.
    “When did you get here?” I asked.
    “Uhm. Almost three hours now. I’m so exhausted waiting for you. I’m happy you are back.”
    he said and threw the next dark. It got in the bullseye.
    “Whoa… I’m really good at this brother.” he said.
    “I’m going for some rest. If you get hungry, tell Minah to serve you something.” I said to him
    and his face went into a sad frown.
    “Ain’t you going to play a little with your kid brother?” he asked.
    “Young, I’m tired and I need to rest.” I said and turned to Williams. “Williams you can play
    with him. Answer the telephone when it rings. I’m off to sleep for awhile.” I said and headed upstairs.

    Hours Later
    The calling of my name woke me up.
    “Jasmin, can you wake up now.. This is very important.”
    I opened my eyes and it’s Williams.
    “Oh my.. Is it night already?” I asked.
    “Yes. You have to hear this.” he said.
    I sat up.
    “What’s that? Have you checked if that girl had shared the video? If she haven’t, then let’s go
    first by sharing this record.” I said.
    “Actually, the SBX entertainment called and they said something else.
    SBX.. I have interview with them tomorrow.
    “What did they call for?”
    “They want your girlfriend at the interview with you tomorrow.”
    “What? What did you tell them?”
    “I told them that, their request came really too late and your girlfriend won’t be prepared for
    such thing.”
    “What, my girlfriend?” I said.
    He rubbed his neck and sighed.
    “Well I think I made a mistake by saying that. I wonder what I could have told them.” he said.

    Sara

    “It’s time Ha nah. Immediately I share this video then we’ve lost everything.” I said.
    She exhaled. “I know but what can we do. Just go ahead with it.” she said.
    “He was quite nice to me in the car.” I said.
    “You’ve said that a million times already.” She said.
    I smiled. “And really handsome.” I said.
    “I don’t feel like doing this, not because of the money anymore but because..” I looked at her.
    “My heart is flustering. What do you think Ha nah?”
    “You..like him?” she asked.
    I breathed out. “I think so. The way he talked to me. He gave me a tissue to wipe my tears.
    I’ve never seen someone so nice. I thought every superstar is always arrogant and introvert
    like in the movies but Jasmin was different. And didn’t he save when I passed out?”
    “Snap out of this girl.. He only felt sorry for you and that’s where it ends. Your parts are really
    different. Nice people can be worse too. You did a terrible thing which you should wipe out
    now so please go on before it’s too late. I read that he have an interview with the SBX
    tomorrow. If you don’t correct this now, I wonder what will happen tomorrow at the interview.
    Please go on.. Or you can shift, I’ll do it.” Ha nah said.
    “Of course I’m going to do it, I just need a little minute.” I said.
    “What?”
    “Being such a person’s girlfriend would be really great. I can’t believe he forgot his
    personality and saved me when I passed out because of fright. How did he learn to do that?
    He must be good at so many things.” I said.
    “I was wondering too. But this isn’t the time to recall about this things, come on, do this girl.
    You can do this.” she said.
    I exhaled. “Yes I will.” I said and moved my hand to the ‘send button’ but my phone which
    began ringing interrupted.
    I took it..
    ‘An unsaved number.’
    “I’m sure it’s a customer calling, ignore it.” Ha nah said.
    “No, I will pick it.” I said and picked it up.
    “Hello,” I said.
    “hello, is this Park Sara?”
    Immediately, I remembered the voice. It’s Jasmin’s.
    I gasped and looked at Ha nah who looked curious.
    “Ye yes it’s Park Sara.” I answered as my heart began beating.
    “Are you free tomorrow?” he asked.
    Uh? Why’s he asking that?
    “I..I’m -” I didn’t know what to say.
    “Do I need to ask you anyway, you caused this for me.”
    “Wh..huh?”
    “I was supposed to have an interview alone tomorrow but now we are going to be two
    because of what you did! This is crazy!!
    Get ready tomorrow morning, someone would pick you up. You are going to the interview
    with me,…as my girlfriend.”

    The phone fell off my hand.

    TBC

  • Ikenga- Episode 4

    Ikenga- Episode 4



    IKENGA
    Ikenga- Episode 4

    Theme: (The Demon I Saw)

    By Praise Chidera Obiora 

    I staggered backward and came crashing down to the floor like a fallen Udara tree. I stared at
    Amara piercingly in the eyes. I could feel my pulse beat very fast. The sweat on my forehead was
    triggered by the sudden fear I felt.
    “No please, take back the mangoes. Tell Agundaobi to take back his mangoes. I do not want any
    more. I just want to go home. I want to go home to the arms of my poor grandmother. She must be
    worried about me now. It is already noon and I am not yet back home. Please let me go. Forgive
    me.” I pleaded with my hands raised high.
    Amara kept staring at me. She never said a word or replied me.
    I stood up and ran away from her, leaving my three red Igbuala mangoes behind. I was bent on getting back home as fast as possible. When I do get home, I was going to pull off every cloth I
    had on me and run straight to the shower to take my bath, there after, I shall remain inside the
    house for days without going out.
    Just yesterday, I had fetched enough water from the stream to last us seven market days.
    Grandma had bought food just yesterday too. My stay indoors was going to be guaranteed.
    I got tired of running and soon started walking. I was literarily staggering like a drunk man
    intoxicated by palmwine. The short cut had soon became a long walk. Despite my fast run and fast
    walk, I still could not see the end of the bush path. It seemed to me like I was on a long journey
    through the wilderness.
    I turned left and sighted the kola nut tree. It was there in a distance. I stopped and stared at it. This
    was my first time of seeing a cola nut tree with my own eyes. It was not as tall as the coconut
    trees. It was exactly the size of the mango trees and the apple tree that were planted in the farms
    of villagers, and road paths in Agugu.
    At that moment, I thought of grandma. I remembered how she took her kola nuts as her favourite
    companion and her greatest muse.
    Grandma had once told me “Give me kola nuts and you would be making me the happiest woman
    on earth.”
    “Give me kolanuts and I shall tell you the sweetest stories you want to hear.”
    She said a child who offers Kolanut to his elders, also increases his own life span, because such
    an elder will spend the rest of their days chewing the kolanut and praying that the gods preserve
    them.
    I still remember the first kolanuts I bought her. It was on a market day. I had gone to buy tubers of
    yams in the market and had sighted this woman with a tray of kola. I stopped to buy grandma
    some kolanuts. I knew she was going to love them.
    When I got home and handed it over to her. Grandma smiled. She planted a deep kiss on my
    forehead and laid her hands on my head.
    “Ehennnn. This is how a child should behave. This is what a child should give to his parents. A
    child who buys sweets for his parents shortens their life span, because he feeds them with sugar.
    But one who buys kola wants his parents to live long, and they will definitely live long.”
    That day, grandma blessed me with both hands. I watched as she broke the kola in two and threw
    half in her mouth while she put in the other half in her breast wear.
    I thought of grandma and how disappointed she will be with me, when she finds out that I had
    eaten from the Igbuala mango tree – the same mangoes she had warned me not to eat from.
    With my hands on my waist, I kicked a big stone and turned to continue my journey.
    “Do you really think you will get home after all you have done.?”
    I turned in search of the voice that spoke. I had recognized that voice. It was that of Amara the
    daughter of Agundoabi the god of love and beauty.
    “Where are you? Why are you following me?” I thundered in fear.
    “Too sad you cannot see me any more.”
    “But why? Show me your face Amara.”
    “I am a god remember? I am the only daughter of Agundaobi the god of love and beauty.chat
    MartinMartino on zero eight one eighty thirty fourteen twenty one to be added to his WhatsApp
    group. I am a spirit and not human.”
    “But you were human few minutes back. I saw you. I felt your feet touch the floor. I saw the
    bushes give way as you walked through it. I felt your soft hands on my shoulders. You are a
    human and not a spirit.”
    “Well yes. Somehow I look like a human and I am also a spirit. That is because the gods look like
    humans, but can’t be seen. The gods created every human that walks upon the surface of the
    earth to look exactly like them.”
    “But he never gave them powers to rule the world. Because humans are greedy, selfish and
    thieves. Humans are like grasshoppers. All they do is destroy what the gods have created.”
    I heaved a sigh.
    “Why do you call us greedy and selfish? I am not greedy, neither am I selfish.”
    “Will you keep quite.” Amara’s voice thundered in my ears.
    “Over two hundred mango trees planted and provided to you by the gods, yet just one mango tree-
    one mango tree you were asked not to touch, you still went your way to have it.”
    “You did not only have one to eat, but you made sure you plucked four and filled up your pockets  like a stingy thief. Are you not a selfish human? Are you not?”
    “But humans are not as perfect as the gods. I was tempted. We are created to fall into
    temptations. Even the gods themselves fell into temptation by dating a beautiful human. That
    shows even the gods make mistakes.”
    “Will you keep quiet Ikenga. I will roast your mouth with fire for the words you have just spoken.
    Are you trying to mock my father? Ikenga do you want to make a jest of my own father?”
    “No. I am just saying. We are not perfect. I fell a victim to the beauty of the fruit. I admired it
    instead of looking away from it.”
    “I could not stop admiring those red ripe mangoes, just the same way I couldn’t stop looking into
    your beautiful eyes when you emerged behind me.”
    “I couldn’t get myself to run away from you. I had never seen such beauty as yours. It was like
    it….”
    “Keep quiet you human with a sweet tongue.” Amara roared loudly.
    “Speak to me no more. You think you can woo me with your sweet words?”
    I felt Amara voice rise in anger. I bowed my head to the floor and buried my knees to the grass.
    “I am only a human who saw true beauty and appreciated it. The least I ask for now is forgiveness
    from the gods. Please forgive me. I have long let go of the mangoes. I am no longer with them.
    Please let the gods forgive me for this I have committed.” I pleaded.
    I felt my eyes being soaked with tears. I felt my throat suddenly dry.
    “Ikenga, the gods only forgives the sins of those who did not know that they have sinned. When
    the gods warn and you disobey their instructions despite their warning, you shall be punished.”
    “Now Ikenga, you must face your second demon.”
    “Nooooooo!” I shouted with every strength in the fibres of my body.
    I saw a scorpion emerge from the bushes onto the path way. It stood in front of me, glaring at my
    feet and pointing its telson in my direction Its stinger lifted high above its head. I lifted my legs to
    smash the scorpions head, when suddenly a thunder struck. I heard a rushing sound like ants
    moving through the bushes. It sounded like a bunch of bees flying in my direction. Soon, I saw
    many more scorpions of black, white and brown rush out of the bush.
    The scorpion which was standing in front of me, suddenly grew tall with long legs. Its tail was as
    long as a rope. It was thick and bigger than my both hands.
    In its eyes I could see fury. I saw its claws grow bigger in size. Inside of claws was a big red
    tongue with two edges. I followed with my eyes piercingly fixed on this giant scorpion, as I saw its
    legs grow thicker and its body become fatter.
    The Tiny scorpions which were over three thousand, rushed in my direction like a broken pipe of
    water.
    My tried to move my feet but it couldn’t be moved. I found myself glued to where I was standing.
    “Agundaobi forgive me.” Were the three words that left my lips in whispers.
    To be continued…

  • Only You – Chapter Five

    Only You – Chapter Five

    ONLY YOU
    Only You – Chapter Five

    By Kim Lina
    _________________________
    Warning
    Trigger/Content warning : may contain vulgar language , matured and sensual scene and scence related to gore.
    .
    This book is clearly a figment of my imagination and a work of fiction any resemblance of place, name dead or alive is highly conincidental.
    _______________________

    •••QUINN•••
    I was at Mandy’s she was on her laptop probably working while I was busy watching TV while eating take out.

    “Astrid Shane found dead in her hotel room.” the news read which felt a bit off.

    “Mandy are you hearing this? ” I asked her she looked away from the screen of the laptop she paid only little attention and then back to her screen.

    “She kinda deserved it after she died it was later revealed she’d seduced some millionaires, dupe them and then kill them the force thinks AXE-L had something to do with it but it’s just odd why would they do something like this they’re gangsters.” she mummered confuse.

    “Maybe they were paid to kill her.”
    I stated as Mandy stares at me with her eyes wide open.

    “You maybe on to something Quinn but they would have to pay a lot of money, I can’t get their DNA and Zoe is already at my neck they could strike anytime to anyone, I wonder who’s their next target.” she said shutting down her laptop.

    “I hope it’s Noemie, probably she’s their next target and her stupid fiance.” I said
    .
    “Are you really quitting the force, you just got back and after everything your mom just wants you to grant her every wish?..” she walked up to me and sat down next to me.

    “I can’t do anything about it, it’s what she thinks it’s best for me if only she could just understand but she thinks I’m just going to hurt myself again.” The bell rings, I sat down comfy on the couch until I heard a familiar voice, I looked up to see Calvin.

    Both our eyes met, I looked away focusing my stare on the TV.

    “I thought you said you wanted to hang out why is she here? ” I felt insulted I just scoffed ignoring him. “Look both of you are my best friend and I just got Quinn back and Calvin you have a car, make up right now or else you’re not gonna like it when I’m pissed.” she strongly warned.

    Calvin rolled his eyes round the room and sat down next to me, I just heave a deep breath as we manage to glance at each other.
    “Look Quinn just apologize and I’ll forgive you.” he worded I just laughed hard at his statement. “What’s so funny? ” he asked confused.

    “You said I should apologize, for what exactly Calvin should I apologize for? ” I questioned.

    “For being bitchy, you bullied Noemie and got her arrested and act like a kid around her I even heard you pulled another stunt on them at their pre wedding bash, mom had to convince Noemie to put up a good word for you so Uncle Charles could still have you in mind.” he said and all I wanted to do was to scream but I remained calm.

    “I didn’t bully Noemie, she did first she always has and I gave her a taste of her own medicine. I understand mom siding with her but you it’s a huge downfall. We grew up together almost our entire life and you are treating me like you don’t know me, like you hate me.” I sobbed.

    “I don’t hate you I’m looking out for you. “

    “Then where were you when Noemie was treating me like trash and William smack my butt? ” he looked at me stunned.

    “He what? “

    “Now you care? Seriously you didn’t care when mom finally decided that I quit the force and work in some stupid company, you didn’t care and I needed the guy I grew up with to at least care but no you don’t.” I yelled at him as we finally locked eyes.

    “The only person that ever cared is dead and if he was alive this shit wouldn’t have happened and I wouldn’t have to hear you tell me to my face that you ain’t my brother and pretend I didn’t care when actually I felt I was stabbed Calvin, you did the most damage.” I said my eyes well up trying to force my sob into words.

    “And bringing back the issue of Terry was the worst thing you could have done and you proved your point I hope you’re happy.” I said picking up my cardigan and putting it on.

    “Quinn I’m sorry.” Calvin spoke up I just walked past him and waved Mandy goodbye.

    “Quinn you don’t have to go home you can still stay..” Mandy persisted but I ignored her.

    “I need to start packing again since I’m going to start living my uncle I’ll text you when I get home.” I said leaving the apartment.

    •••••••••
    It was the day before the wedding and unfortunately Noemie’s bachelorette party she had it at a palm springs resort, I was the towel girl giving and taking towels.

    I wore a two piece bathing suit in black and a flower patterned towel at the bottom
    .
    Noemie and her friends just talked behind my back and gossiped about me but I didn’t mind.

    “Quinn?? ” I ran to where my name was being called, they were all in a pool flocking behind Noemie.

    “What do you want? ” I asked.
    “There are some trash, be a dear and go handle that will you? ” she said as I breathe and walked away from her to get the pool equipment.

    I went to where the trash was and used the equipment to pick the trash in the net.

    I pulled it back see it was lipstick with Noemie initial on it.

    “Quinn? ” they called again I went over to them to see Noemie with her friends at the edge of the pool mumbling.

    “Yes…” I muttered under my breath.

    “We are hungry be a dear and order us something to eat like noodles.” I brought out my phone to call the noodle place and place all their order and waited for it to arrive, soon it came and I went over to give them their order.

    “This isn’t what we ordered.” they complained.

    “It’s what you told me and what was delivered deal with it that’s not my problem.” I yelled frustrated, Noemie pulled me back and pushed me into the water and then dumped her noodles on me same with her friends.

    “That’s it..” I muttered under my breath and took hold of her leg and dragged her in with me, I pulled her face up and slapped the hell out of her, tugging her hair and pushing her face into the water to the point I wanted her to die.

    “Quinn? ” I stopped and looked up to see Calvin.

    “What are you doing let go of her.” Calvin said as I let go of Noemie, I quickly swam over to the edge and lifted myself back up as the girls helped her, Noemie whined softly holding on to Calvin I just felt annoyed and pissed she’s using this to get his attention.

    I just went to a lounge room, one of the employees was nice enough to give me a towel while I dried off, I just decided to scroll through my phone looking at previous pictures of me and my dad.

    I felt a presence I looked up to see Calvin, he wore a leather jacket with black jeans, a few ladies that were going about eyed him he just walked over to me and sat down next to me.

    “Are you okay? ” he asked I just scoffed.

    “Now you care..” I mouthed switching off my phone so he wouldn’t figure out what I was looking at. “What are you doing here? ” I asked.

    “Did mom send you here so I won’t kill her only ticket to my uncle? ” I asked as he just chuckled. “Like I care if you kill Noemie, I’m here for a different reason.” he said.

    “All the springs are booked by Noemie come back tomorrow.” I said glaring at him but he just smirked. “I came to see you dummy.” he blurted out.

    “Well you’ve seen me, now get out.” I urged.

    “Look, I’m sorry if my words hurt you I didn’t mean to after dad’s death it’s kinda hard hearing him advice me not to loose shit on you.” he started. “When you told me you had a miscarriage I was mad, I’m supposed to protect be your elder brother but I failed you and I’ve been mad at myself I don’t deserve to be your elder brother I’m sorry it hurt you I just don’t want you going through shit again.” he muttered reading my expression.

    “So what are you trying to say? ” I pester on being stubborn.

    “If you think I’m gonna apologize again your loss I already said I’m sorry.” he said I pulled him into a hug.

    “I’m sorry too as from now on I’ll try to make my punishment less brutal.” I giggled.

    “Oh no Noemie deserved it big time I saw everything, I just decided to stop you before you kill her.” he said looking over to see both Noemie and her friends coming our way.

    “I know of a way to make her more upset if you are up for it? ” he smirked at me, I could only look lost as he pulled up my chin and our eyes locked.

    He leaned closer before I could process what was actually happening, Calvin kissed me I was stunned, I didn’t respond to the kiss but I felt Calvin’s palms graze up my thigh until I pushed him off.

    Noemie stormed off angrily I could hear some of her clique whisper, “Isn’t that her brother?? “

    I got up with my cheeks flushed crimson, I couldn’t look Calvin in the eye it was all a way to make Noemie mad but I felt uncomfortable.

    Wait? Does Calvin have feelings for me?

    “Why did you kiss me? ” I yelled.
    “This isn’t the first time we’ve kissed Quinn.” he muttered back.

    “That was 14 years ago and it was a school play and that kiss was different.” I muttered back.

    “It was 14 years ago of course it would be different we were kids and this one isn’t different what’s the big deal.” he mummered and I just felt tipsy all of a sudden.

    “The big deal is that you’re my brother, this is wrong.” I mummered.

    “I’m not your brother Quinn, I grew up with you but that doesn’t mean I’m your brother and it doesn’t mean one of us isn’t going to have feelings for the other. I tried to stop pushing it away but they always bounce back to you.” he muttered lowly.

    “You have a girlfriend.” I blurted.
    “We broke up when I decided to help you move in, she was mad when she heard you were back.” he said and I couldn’t take it anymore.

    “I’m going home, I need to get ready for the wedding tomorrow, thanks for stopping by.” I groaned out walking out on him.

    ••••••••••••••
    The next day was the wedding, I sat down wearing blue I was in Noemie’s room with the other bridesmaids.

    My mom and aunt came in, I was all dolled up looking presentable.

    “Oh sweetie you look beautiful soon you’ll be walking down the aisle next time, I’m so proud of you.” she smiled at me all I did was nod.

    I was needed to hold Noemie’s gown that swept the floors while she needed to walk up to the altar.
    The wedding was done in one of the oldest church In town.

    Soon the bell rang and the doors to the church opened, I pulled up the white fold helping Noemie to the altar till she got there.

    I let go of her dress and stood next to a few bridesmaids, the priest began the talk and they both took their vows before finally being hitched.

    After the wedding we went to the reception which was one of the biggest houses my Uncle Charles rented out.

    Everyone was busy dancing their legs out, I just roamed the building probably to get my mind off everything.

    Suddenly I heard a scream it sounded like Noemie’s I traced her to where she was screaming to see her next a build stranger in mask, he held a gun up to her head and I heard shooting in a different room.

    “She’s here let me go you dick..” Noemie foolishly blurted he pointed the gun at her head about to shoot.

    “Don’t kill her, I’ll give you anything you want just don’t kill her I’m begging you.” I mummered as he had her on her knees.

    He walked up to me with a smirk, his facial expression seemed familiar but I was too tensed up to guess.

    “You get out..” he told Noemie, she quickly got up and left without looking back.

    He slowly took of his mask revealing the smirk of a devil, he clicked tight on his gun, my heart dropped it’s the same man wounds I clean and the same man I found unconscious everything was different about him, from his dark creamed hair to the lip ring that nested on the side of his lips, his tattoos that inked up on his body and his cold souless eyes that breed nothing but darkness.

    He pointed the gun over my head ready to end my life, I couldn’t believe it after all he was a gangster and nothing could stop him.

    If I could go back again I could have left him to die.

    “Shouldn’t we sell her to the Cunningham as planned? ” one of them asked but retreated when he glared at him.

    He squatted down tangling his fingers through my hair, a smile worked up his lips his hands stuck on my necklace.

    “How much is she worth? ” he asked

    “20 million.”

    He smirked locking eyes with me, he could read the peril in my eyes it entertained him it made it all too exciting for him.

    “We can keep her until her price is satisfactory as far as she’s alive she belongs to me.”

    Two other men walked in all in mask, only him with his masks off.
    They were four now, i gulped down nervously as he left me, one of them walked up to me with a knife pointing up my chin, I was on my knees.

    “The Cunninghams have terrible taste can’t we just kill her I wanna see if her blood is pretty.” he said pointing his knife at my throat.
    I grabbed his knife and kicked him down to the floor, I quickly got up and tossed the knife as they dodged I was almost out until I heard a gunshot.

    I turned to see a smirk on the strangers face.

    “Take another step and I’ll shoot you, I’ve never missed.” he said while I wore a frown.

    “And I should trust you why? ” I challenged.

    “Try me, you will be responsible for ending your own life.” he said with a fixed gaze.

    “What do you want from me, Who are you? ” I asked.

    “I’m Seth Leader of AXE-L, you’re Quinn Fields and the Cunningham requested for you but I have other plans especially for you, let’s make this peaceful, come with us..”
    “And what makes you think I’ll follow you bastards.” I yelled.

    “Come with us, If you want everyone in this building to live, it’s not them we are after its you, so make up your mind should we do it the easy way or the hard way.” he smirked and I had no choice.

    “I’ll come with you.”

    To be continued

    Next Chapter

  • Audio Boyfriend – Episode 3

    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 3

    AUDIO BOYFRIEND
    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 3 


    By Rejoice Jeremiah. C 

    [Previously on Audio boyfriend:] Once, I was near the hallway, I heard low noises.
    Omo.. It’s really him..
    Aigoo, it’s him indeed. The Thailand superstar
    I gasped and stepped back.
    Hello everyone.. How are you doing?
    he said.
    I didn’t wait for another second, I removed the high heels I wore, and raced back to the room my dad is.
    Once in, I placed my hands on my knees to catch my breath.
    ‘Will I be able to go tonight. I have loads of works! Why’s he at the hospital again?’
    Sara
    After fifteen minutes of standing in dad’s ward.. I finally got an idea of what to do. I searched my bag and found a nose cover. I wore it, then removed my jacket and pulled it over my head.
    “Now I can leave.”
    I wore back my heels. “Goodnight dad,” I whispered and off I went, quietly but quickly, I walked through the corridor until I got to the hallway, once I stepped into the hallway, I heard a voice that sounded like his coming suddenly from the wards corridor I just passed.
    I peeped and flinched back when I saw him walking towards with a man.
    ‘Oh my God!’ I took off. I didn’t care if my heels made loud noise as I ran for my dear life.
    Hello ms, please don’t run in a hospital. Your heels are making noises and you might bump into a patient. a nurse said.
    “Biane Biane Biane Biane” I apologised continuously as I kept running.
    I finally walked out of the long hallway but didn’t stop to catch my breath.
    I ran out of the gate and waved on a taxi.
    The taxi pulled up and I jumped in.
    “Go go,” I said to the taxi driver and he zoomed off but why is he staring at me like that from the rear view mirror.
    Oh! The jacket over my head and the nose cover.
    I quickly removed them. I must have looked like a pyscho.
    Argh it’s all because of that guy.

    Jasmin
    Omo, she almost bumped into me. How could she be running like that?
    Who is she?
    She must be sick
    And she wore such a high heel and dare use it to makes noises. Ah my poor ears almost got blocked.
    We heard the patients complain as we got to the hallway.
    Oh the Thailand superstar.
    He look so young and handsome
    But why is he in a hospital? Is he here to see us?
    I smiled and turned to them.
    “Hello everyone. I’m happy to see all of you and I’m happy that even in this circumstance, you all still have a smiling face..”
    I paused when I heard camera shots. People were gathering.
    Can’t I just talk without being videoed or something?
    “…So I wanna plead with you not to unviel this smile no matter the situation and pain you might be going through.” I asked.
    Aigoo, he speaks so amazing.
    I feel like hugging him.
    I smiled. “..If you find yourself in a condition where you think you can’t take it anymore, just place your right hand on your chest,” I said and placed my right hand on my chest. “..and say all is well.”
    They all placed their hand on their chest and said it.
    I smiled.
    “Goodnight everyone. Have a blissful night rest.” I said and made my way out.
    Oh his girlfriend must be really lucky
    Yes she is indeed. He choose her even though she is a poor designer.
    They were friends from childhood
    “Why did you do that?” William asked.
    “What did I do?” I asked.
    “Paying half of every patients bill in this hospital”
    “It’s something I felt I should do. And I thought I’m gonna see that girl anyway, I think someone close to her is in this hospital.” I said.
    “You can’t be sure. Maybe she came for treatment. The doctor could have given us the answer.” William said.
    “I’ll get all the answers I want by tomorrow.” I said.
    “You are really going the wrong way J. Arresting that girl is the best thing to do. Could you see, those patients in the hospital talking about her being lucky to be your girlfriend all. Damn it’s freaking me out.”
    “I will handle this without the police.” I said.
    “As your manager J, i think I’ve tried enough to tell you the right thing to do.”
    “Thanks for trying. Just drive me to the girl tomorrow.” I said and got into the car, he got in too and drove off.

    (Sara’s residence)
    Sara
    The taxi pulled in front of my house. I got down, paid the Taxi driver and turned to hurry up inside.
    “Excuse me miss,” he called.
    I turned. “Huh. Isn’t that the amount?”
    “Not that. I was right, I was staring at your face all this while and you looked familiar.” he said.
    “How? Do you know me from somewhere?” I asked.
    “On the TV. You are the Thailand superstar girlfriend right?” he smiled. “Of course you are.”
    I gasped. What is this now?
    How did he know.
    Argh of course he should.
    “Are you really his girlfriend?” he asked.
    Displaying a smile, I said,. “Yes I am.” and hurried to my house.
    I got in, switched on the lights and collapsed on a chair.
    “Ah I’m going crazy really.”
    My stomache grumbled. “Aishh.. I’m hungry.”
    I stood up and walked to the kitchen. Opening the refrigerator, it was empty only two packs of noodles.
    I sighed, took out one to cook.
    (Later that night)
    “If the left sleeve should be this way, then the right should be a tiny sleeve with a lace sleeve that stops at the ankle.” I said as I was drawing it.
    “V neck with a touch of rose design.”
    (Hours later )
    My legs are soaked in water to chase sleep away.
    “…No, this isn’t very nice. I would need to draw it one more.”
    I took another sheet and began drawing the design again. I’ve succeeded in two designs but this one is getting too tough for me.
    I checked the time. 2:32am.
    “Argh im so sleepy. I will just draw this one and go to sleep,” I said.
    (Next Day )
    I opened my eyes and saw that I had slept off on the desk while still drawing the neck of the dress.
    “Arghhh.. I was really sleepy.” I mumbled and sat up. I yawned and stretched myself.
    The ray of the morning sun was coming from the window.
    I turned off the lamp, looked down and my legs are still in the bucket of water. I sighed and pulled out my legs, stood up, carried the bucket and headed to the bathroom.
    Once I faced the mirror in the bathroom, I gasped at my eye bags.
    Why are they so out and dark.
    “Ahhgh! This is not nice.”
    I grabbed my toothbrush, applied paste and proceeded to brush my teeth.
    After brushing, I walked out and headed to the kitchen.
    “Argh I need to go to the grocery shop today. The kitchen is totally empty.” I said, took out the remaining pack of noodle to cook.
    While cooking it, I heard my phone ringing, since the ringtone is really loud.
    I hurried up to get it with the thought that it would be another person who wants to purchase from Saara collection.
    But on getting to the desk, I saw it’s Love hospital calling.
    I moved away from the phone and shook my head.
    “No, I can’t pick this call. Of course I can’t.” I said.
    I left it and walked back to the kitchen.
    “Tch… this hospital don’t deserve to be called Love Hospital. Money hospital would have suited it well. So annoying!”
    I finished cooking and served it on a dish.
    “I need to call Ha nah and let her know of the new designs I drew last night.”
    I walked over to the desk, picked the phone and walked back to my food.
    I sat down and put a call to her.
    She picked up at the second ring.
    “Hello Sara. Any news?” she said.
    “Yes. I got two designs last night and they are really nice but there’s this third one that’s proving really hard. I think it’s the most beautiful, and that’s why it’s proving hard to draw but I will try to finish it.” I said.
    “Alright. I have goodnews. Five of Saara’s collection would be sold today. We have three buyers already.” she said.
    I jumped up. “Really. I can’t believe the miracle.” I said.
    “Me too.” she said.
    “See you at the shop.” I said.
    “Yeah.”
    The call dropped and I smiled.
    Before next week ends, I’m sure to get the money for dad’s hospital bill.
    I sat down, picked a chopsticks and began eating.
    It’s good that the hospital haven’t called back.
    Just then a message came on my phone.
    I took the phone and it’s from Love Hospital.
    I sighed.
    “I’m certainly changing the name to Money Hospital.” I said.
    ‘Should I open it?
    Nope.
    Maybe I should.
    No, not yet.
    Let me just read it.’
    I opened the message and read, the chopsticks fell off my hand at what I read.
    Half of my dad’s hospital bill has been paid by someone they kept anonymous.
    __________________________________________
    _________________________________________
    (Jasmin’s residence)
    Jasmin
    Coming out from the bathroom, my phone was ringing. I’ve decided to switch them on.
    I picked it up from the bed and smiled at the caller id. Tee tee.
    I picked the call.
    “What a relief, I was able to get you today. Did you have to switch all the lines. I was really worried.” she said.
    “I’m sorry Tee tee. I don’t need to explain to you. You must have seen it.” I said.
    “Yes I did. It’s all over the newspapers and TV news. Why haven’t you done anything about it?” she said.
    “Williams, T.A and everyone says she should be arrested but I don’t think it’s a nice idea. I think meeting her and letting her explain herself would be much better, then I would know what to do after her explanations.” I said.
    “You think so? Meeting her would only worsen things. She would certainly give you some well practiced lies and make you believe her. Seriously that’s what con artist are all about. They will make you see and believe every lies they say and dupe you more. Get her arrested J.”
    “Tee I don’t think she’s a con artist.” I said.
    “Then what is she, some crazy social media girl seeking attentions?” she asked.
    “I don’t think it’s that either.” I said.
    “Then what?”
    “I’m gonna find out today.”
    “Wait, don’t tell me you are going to see her?”
    “Yeah I am.”
    “Come on Jasmin. You have no idea what you are doing! Everyone is telling you the right thing to do. Come on.”
    “Tee for once, I wanna do what I think is right, not what everyone think is right.” I said.
    I heard her sigh. “You are being stubborn J.”
    “I know. So how is King. Did you guys go on a date?” I asked. I have no idea why I did. Maybe cos I can’t help the jealousy.
    “Not yet. He’s always busy,” she said.
    I exhaled. “I hope he gets the little time for you.”
    “I hope so too.” she said.
    “I think we have to talk later Tee, bye for now.”
    “Come on, are you getting annoyed?”
    “No, I’m just busy. I will call you after. Bye Tee,” I said, dropped the call and fling the phone on the bed in anger, stared at the phone until the anger subsided. I exhaled and sat down on the bed.
    I’m sorry J but I can’t date a superstar and I don’t love you romantically. I love you like a brother. Im sorry,” that was what Tee tee had said the day I finally mustered courage and told her that I really love her and want us to date.
    “Why Tee, why should I be your brother and not your boyfriend. If it’s about being a superstar, I promise It won’t come in between us. I would always love only you and be beside you all the time. I promise. I’ve loved you all this years and I finally had the courage to confess to you today.” I had said.
    “No J, I’m really sorry. It can’t work between us. I want us to be the best friends that we’ve been.” She had said.
    “Is it really about me being a superstar and me being like your brother, or is there something else I need to know?” I had asked.
    “Actually, there’s someone that I love.” she said.
    “You mean romantically?” I asked.
    “Yes.”
    “Wh..who?”
    “It’s King. I love King.” she had said.
    That night I fell ill and missed a show I was supposed to go two days later.
    Tee tee and King became my friends when I resumed high school in Thailand. They were the only friends I had and still have.
    I’ve always loved Tee tee but i had no idea that she loved King not me.
    For all I know, King is a playboy and don’t love Tee tee like I do.
    He doesn’t get out time for her but she still keep on loving him still and want to be with him.
    Even though I’ve tried to stop my love for Tee but it’s still there. I still want her and seeing that she is crazy about a guy who doesn’t love her or cherish her love for him makes me go insane.
    The door opened and Minah walked in.
    “Breakfast is ready sir,” she said.
    “I don’t feel like eating. Take it away.” I said.
    “Ye yes sir,” she bowed and left.
    (Hours later At Saara Collection )
    Sara
    “Oh my, it fits me really good.” Lisa said. Lisa is one of the three ladies that Ha nah talked about.
    I smiled. “Yes it does. Oh my, your hips are all out.” I said.
    She smiled. “And I love the way, my cleavage is out.. but I think here is kinda bulky.” she said.
    “Uhm yeah, I think so. My tailor will give it more touches but you’ll have to be back tomorrow for it.” I said.
    “No problem. Let me go pull it off,” she said.
    “I will help you with the zip.” I said and unzipped the dress.
    “Thank you sweetie, you are really lucky.” she said.
    “Ah?” I said.
    She smiled. “Being Jasmin’s girlfriend must be really wonderful. He’s so handsome and his body is one in a million. He shows of his six packs when he dances and I go crazy about that.
    I always go through his photoshoots and I’ll be like wow, such a breathtaking guy and to top it all, he’s super rich.
    He’s net worth is breathtaking.
    Everything about him is so sweet. I’m sure he’ll build you a mall soon. You are really lucky baby girl.”
    My brows were raised all this while she was talking..and when she finished and was grinning at me, I got myself together, cleared my throat and smiled. “Yes that’s right. That’s right. He really loves me. We love each other.” I said.
    “What do you like most on his body?” she asked.
    What?
    “Ehm,,, uhm.. I love everything about his body. Yes, everything.” I said.
    “Of course everything about it is perfect, but you should know, dating a superstar who dances and walks the stage shirtless is really dangerous. He has millions of crush. It’s impossible he would not cheat on you. Every girl would want to..” she came closer to my ear.. “..F U C K him.”
    What?
    “Uhm.. I will leave now, I think my tailor want to see me.” I said and walked out before she says something more.
    Who talks so carefree like that?
    Arghh I’m really going crazy.
    Lisa
    I chuckled as she left.
    ‘I’m really good at talking, right?
    But that’s the truth anyways. If I grab such an opportunity, geez.. He’s so hot.’
    She isn’t even that beautiful or sexy.
    So annoying!
    Tch!
    I pulled off the dress and took more look at it.
    ‘She’s quite good at it, but not really good. I wouldn’t be here if she isn’t his girlfriend.
    Still annoying!
    I hope they break up soon!’
    ___________________________________________
    Sara
    “…that girl is a loud mouth.” I said to Ha nah.
    “I noticed it once she walked in. She look like a hoe. The way she dressed and praised her cleavage. She certainly here for something other than buying a dress.” Ha nah said.
    “Like what?” I asked.
    “Like she was hoping to see Jasmin or something like that.” She said.
    “Really?”
    “Okay babes!” That was her as she walked out with the dress.
    Ha nah got up and collected it from her.
    “My designer have told me where to give it touches, I will do that fine. We apologise for you not being able to take it today.” Han ah said.
    She smiled. “That’s okay. I’m not annoyed abit. It would be nice to be here tomorrow.” she said and with that, she left.
    I sighed.
    “That was quite funny. Why was she flivking her lashes up and down. That was something else.” Ha nah said and sat down.
    “Let’s drop talks about the girl for now. About the tailors needed, have anyone contacted you. You need helps you know.” I said.
    “Are we gradually turning into a big fashion company?” she asked.
    I laughed.
    “Anyways, lots of them called me. Why won’t they? When their boss would be Jasmin’s girlfriend.”
    “I’m not his girlfriend.” I said.
    “Well, he’s your audio boyfriend then. That’s what I call it.” She said.
    “Audio boyfriend, tch..”
    “Miracles are really happening lately. I wonder the person who paid half bill of every patients in Love Hospital. That person must be swimming in the ocean of money.” Ha nah said.
    “Whoever it is, I’m very grateful. I might kiss his or her feet if I’m told to do so.” I said.
    “Stop joking. The Sara that I know can’t do such. A thank you would be enough.” Ha nah said.
    “I’m serious here.” I said.
    She looked out. “I heard a car pull up. Are we getting another customer?” she said.
    “I turned and looked out the window. “Such a nice car.” I said.
    “Even the rich are coming to buy from us. I’m actually dreaming, I don’t think this is reality,” Ha nah said.
    The car door opened and a man stepped out..
    “It’s a man,” Ha nah said.
    I gasped when I saw the man’s face.
    “Oh my God Ha nah it’s the man with Jasmin at the hospital yesterday.” I said.
    “Oh my!! What are we going to do?” She asked.
    “I don’t know. I’m freaking scared! He’s coming.” I said.
    She turned to me.
    “You know, go and hide. I will know what to say to him.”
    “Hide? What are you going to say to him?”
    “That you are not in the shop. Go now, he’s almost getting to the door.”
    “Huh, should I go hide?”
    “Go Sara.. For now, go and hide.” she said.
    “Okay okay,” I said and ran off to hide.
    From where I hide, with my heart fast and loud, I could hear Ha nah say
    “hello, welcome sir,” to him.
    “Thank you. I’m very sure this is Saara Collection, right?” The baritone voice asked.
    “Ye yes, you are right sir, this is Saara collection.” Ha nah said, I could feel the fear in her voice.
    “And you are not the owner of this place, right?”
    “Uhm, we run the shop together, she’s the.. the designer and Im the tailor.” Ha nah said. “Sir, what can I help you with..do do you want a dress for your girlfriend,?” she asked.
    Ha! What?
    “You don’t have to worry, you you are in the right place. May I see her full picture so I can pick out a dress that will look really beautiful on her.” Ha nah said.
    Ha nah what are you doing. You should be sending him out not welcoming him in.
    “Ofcourse, im in the right place.” he said.
    “Yes sir,” she said.
    “Well, I’m here to see the designer. She have to come with me downstairs to that car over there. My boss is waiting to talk with her.” he said.
    I felt terrifying goosebumps on my skin.
    What I’m I going to do?
    Sara you are really in a big mess.
    “Eh sir, actually, she isn’t in the shop now. I would suggest you come back later. Tomorrow because she won’t be at the shop today.” Ha nah lied through her teeth.
    “Really? but why do I feel like you are lying young lady?” He asked.
    Oh..my!
    “Uh.. What? Why would I lie to you about that. She isn’t in the shop.”
    “Then I’m I permitted to search around. I’m very good at that.” he said.
    “N noo, you can’t do that.” Ha nah said.
    “I have to. I guess you know who I am and who my boss would be already. You should be lucky he didn’t decide to bring the police with him. Now, if you would excuse me, I would search every nook and cranny.” he said.
    “You can’t search sir. You can’t.”
    I have to do this. I have to do this.
    I inhaled, then exhaled.
    Yes, alright Sara. It’s time. It’s time.
    One, two, three!
    I came out of my hiding.
    “Here I am, I’m Sara.” I said, facing the man in suit.

    TBC

  • Forcible Wedlock- Chapter 25

    Forcible Wedlock- Chapter 25

    FORCIBLE WEDLOCK
    Forcible Wedlock- Chapter 25

    Theme : The village Girl

    ©Khalee


    Ladies and gentlemens. You all have been asking who is Laura? Who is she? Where is Tiwa? I can’t read the story if Tiwa is not there again o. Well first of all. Mr Philips has only one child and thats Alex. First puzzle solved.


    Ladies and gentlemens. Am happy to tell you this, Our Tiwa has been here with us since episode 22. Laura is Tiwa Christian Name and Justin is Olamide Christian Name.
    Someone can nor play with you guys small ni . If I say unknown POV you’ll all know the person. So I hope you enjoy this little trick of mine. Authoress Khalee
    Enjoy……

    Alex
    Rotimi and I exchanged looks. “Who is Laura? “.

    “Your wife. Tiwalade. She’s back. I was there but she doesnt seem to recognize Fiona and i”.

    I leaned forward immediately. “What do you mean Tiwalade is back and she’s the new CEO? “.

    “That’s what I saw”.

    “Does that mean, my Dad knew where she was the whole time? “.

    “Exactly Alex.You need to see her looking very hot”.

    “Wait, are you kidding right now? “.

    “Of course not. I saw her myself, I swear. You need to see her looking very classic, even her accent has changed. According to the rumors,she studied in England and not just that, she had one year experience in the company your Dad has shares with. Whats the name again ooo….. Royal Company”.

    I was suddenly sweating. Tiwa is alive. Tiwa is alive. My phone buzzed and I glance to see Basil’s Mom. Yes she’s not LOML again. Have changed it.

    Hello, Basil has started again o.
    what?!

    You heard me clearly, be fast and bring money. So I can take him to the hospital
    Okay, i’ll be with you.

    “Whats up? “. Rotimi asked immediately Nora disconnected the call.

    “It Basil again”.

    “Are you sure that boy is not a sickler”. Lewis asked. For Christ sake, that boy can’t be a sickler. Nora is As and am AA.

    “Thats what I just told him, you need to get a test done”.

    I nodded, pick my car key and left the bar without saying bye to my friends. I had lots on my mind.How come Tiwa is back as the CEO and Basil, could it be true? Thats he’s not my son. I feel like my head is gonna explode, I need answers.

    Tiwa
    “Laura, won’t you go and say hi to Alex? “. Justin asked chewing a gum busy on his phone. Probably flirting with girls again..
    “Why do you have to bring that up now? “..
    “Am just saying…..

    “Then you should stop saying”.

    “Laura, you know quite well. His parent sent us to school and took us like their kids. You can….

    “Then we’re their children”.

    “We are not. Our parents is in the Village”..

    “Olamide, can’t you just stop”.
    “It Justin please”
    .
    I rolled my eyes. “We’re not in England again”.

    “Tiwa…….
    “Don’t call me that, We’re not in England. Am your elder sister, three years older than you. Behave yourself”.

    “Seriously…… Is this because I talked about Alex? But you can’t run away from the fact that you’re still married to him”.

    “Get out of my room, Olamide…. “. I said pointing at the door. “It was a mistake opening the door for you in the first place”.

    “E don reach like that? “. He asked in pidgin.

    I maintained my angry face. “Get the hell out of my room”.

    “Okay okay, sorry “. With that he stood up and tried to carry the French fries.

    “And what the hell, do you think you’re doing, huh? “.

    “Shuuuu…. I was the one that brought it na. Why can’t I carry it again”.

    “I dont care”.

    “Okay o, please eat everything including the bowl. Mind you, am going to the villa this weekend”. I ignored him and he left the room.
    I locked the door behind then move to the full length mirror, where I stripped. I stared at my naked body. I touched a burn on my stomach. I can never forget it, I got it on the day I mistakenly scorch Nora’s dress and she use the iron to burn me.

    I move to the wardrobe where I brought my towel out. I tied it around me then move to the door. I opened to look out whether i’ll see any maid.

    “Hey”. I called out to a maid going downstairs.

    She turned and came to me. “Madam Laura”. She bowed.
    “Are you doing anything right now? “.

    “No madam”.

    “Okay, I need you to help prepare my bath water”.

    “Sure Ma, right away”. With that I entered the room and she followed suite. I sat on the bed while she went into the bathroom.
    Soon she came out. “Am done, Ma”.

    “Oh right, thank you so much”.

    “Anything you want me to help with, Ma? “.

    “Ummm, not at all… Okay just go tell Dad, I’ll be with him shortly.

    He had told me to give feedback on my first day at work.

    The maid left the room and i locked the door. Ever since the incidents between Nora and I, that she always barge in. I always make sure to lock my door.

    I entered the bathroom, placed my towel on the basin, covered my hair with net and got in the bathtub soaking myself.

    Lots has happened over the years. It been five good years since I ran from Alex’s house. It was Mr Philips plan. He told me to leave the house and I lodged in a hotel because Alex might come to their place.

    I was surprised when I saw Mrs Philips with him. She asked for my forgiveness again and I told her, I have forgiven her already. Then they took me to the village.

    I was shocked when they made the reason why they made me escape known. They wanted me to continue my education. I was so happy and same with my family. Since my immediate brother was through with secondary school.
    They sent both of us abroad and took us like their own children. We never lacked anything. And here we are today, all thanks to Mr Philips and his wife. He won’t stop amazing me. Imagine him, making me the CEO of his Factory.

    Alex
    I stood by the dressing mirror and adjusted my shirt. Am putting on a neat well ironed white and a blue jean trouser. I had my hair barb the previous day. I made sure I sprayed a fine perfume on my shirt and trouser.

    I dont know why am doing this, all because am going to see Tiwa but I find myself doing it.I feel so nervous. Today is the D-day, am going to Basil test result and check my wife in the factory. Yes she’s my wife. Only her. We’re legally married..

    Next Chapter

  • Audio Boyfriend – Episode 2

    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 2

    AUDIO BOYFRIEND

    Audio Boyfriend – Episode 2

    By Rejoice Jeremiah. C

    [Previously on Audio boyfriend:]

    “What’s the noise?” I came out from the bed, wore my slippers and headed out to the door.
    Once I opened the door, I flinched at the number of mics and phones that were stretched to
    my mouth.
    Miss Park Sara, is it true that you are dating Jasmin Taylor?
    Did he really propose to you the day he arrived to south Korea?
    As a poor girl, How does it feel being a girlfriend to the superstar?
    You both were bestfriends, how did it feel when you both got separated?

    Sara
    How did you become bestfriends with Jasmin?
    Are you the reason why he came back to South Korea?
    I inhaled, exhaled, cleared my throat and smiled.
    “May I speak now?” I asked.
    Yes, go on.
    I widened my smile, making sure it appear convincing.
    “Jasmin and I were friends from kindergarten. His mom and my mom were close friends…
    Actually my mom worked in his house so I was always there. We kept being very close
    friends until he…” I paused to show that I’m about to say something that is saddening.. “..he
    left with his mom and for weeks, I didn’t see him. How saddening it was for me. All this
    years, I’ve been waiting for him to come back. I thought he’s never gonna remember me..” I
    exhaled. “..I’m really speechless. I don’t know what else to say, I’m too excited to say
    anything.”
    how does it feel to be Jasmin’s girlfriend?
    “Like I just said, I’m excited. I love you J! I said.
    Wowwww. Awwwn
    You are a designer, right?
    I smiled.
    The Opportunity is now!
    “Yes I am. Saara collection. It’s located at 302 Baeking. You can visit my website at
    www.Saaracollection.com.” I said and grinned.
    Wow, I guess it would be sooo pretty to be Jasmin’s designer. Right?
    “We are talking about that.” I said, smiling.
    such a sweet match.
    “May I go in now?”
    One more question.
    One more question
    Arghhh, quite tiring.

    (Jasmin’s residence)
    Jasmin
    “Jasmin and I were friends from kindergarten. His mom and my mom were close friends…
    Actually my mom worked in his house so I was always there. We kept being very close
    friends until he…” I paused to show that I’m about to say something that is saddening.. “..he
    left with his mom and for weeks, I didn’t see him. How saddening it was for me. All this
    years, I’ve been waiting on him. I thought he’s never gonna remember me..” I exhaled. “..I’m
    really speechless. I don’t know what else to say, I’m too excited to say anything.”
    “Oh what the damn.. How can some lie so good?” William said.
    how does it feel to be Jasmin’s girlfriend?
    “Like I just said, I’m excited. I love you J!
    I grabbed the remote to switch off the damn TV.
    “No J.. Wait, don’t.” Williams said and collected the remote from me.
    Williams is my manager.
    “You are a designer, right?
    “Yes I am. Saara collection. It’s located at 302 Baeking. You can visit my website at
    www.Saaracollection.com.”
    Wow, I guess it would be sooo pretty to be Jasmin’s designer. Right?
    “We are talking about that.”
    such a sweet match.
    “May I go in now?”
    One more question.
    “Switch off the damn TV Williams,” I said.
    He did and dropped the remote.
    “Wow.. Some people are damn good at lying. I’m most surprised.” he said.
    I stood up from the couch.
    “What did she say her address is?” I asked.
    “Uhmm I can’t remember the address but I remember the website. I’m gonna search for it
    now.” he said and picked his phone.
    “Saara collections. Her shop address is at 302 Baeking. It’s not that far from her. A twenty
    minutes drive, if I should guess.” he said.
    “Alright. I’ll think of what to do.” I said.
    “What to do? arresting that lady is what should be done and it shouldn’t exceed today. She
    deserves an arrest. I can’t let this exceed today.” he said.
    “Don’t do anything. I will know what to do.”
    “Come on J..”
    The landline began ringing and he went for it.
    I headed to the bedroom, once in, I sat down.
    “What do I do?”
    I lay down and exhaled.
    “I can’t arrest her over this. Of course arresting her should be the best idea but I
    can’t..just..arrest that lady.”
    A phone began ringing.
    I picked it up from the bed.
    Ms T.A calling.
    I sighed and picked it up.
    “Hello T.A”
    “Jasmin, I saw the news some moment ago. This lady dropped her address which makes
    it easier for the police to get her. What’s keeping you from calling the police? Do you
    understand what this means?”
    “T.A the police doesn’t need to be involved in this. I will sort this out myself.” I said.
    “What are you talking about Jasmin. What are you gonna sort out yourself. Get her
    arrested and she will say the truth and you are free. This is a serious issue Jasmin.”
    “I know it is and believe me, I’m gonna sort it out myself. I’m dropping the call now.”
    “No wait, you have an interview next tomorrow and a show on saturday. What do you
    think they are gonna ask you Jasmin?”
    “I will know what to answer. Don’t worry about me. Bye.” I dropped the call.
    Ms T.A -Tonia Anthony, is the CEO of Créme Mode.
    I dropped the phone and moved over to the landline. I made a call.
    “Hello sir,”
    “Bring me a bottle of wine and tell Williams I’m gonna be alone for awhile.”
    “yes sir.”
    I dropped the handset.
    I need to think of how to sort this out.
    She must have had a reason for doing this.
    She came out of a ward and she was in tears, then she bumped into me.
    Was that some drama or a coincidence? Then what about the pictures.
    Ohh She planned it all, but no one knew I was going to the hospital.
    The more I think of this, the more my head seem to be splitting into ten.
    The door opened and Minah walked in.
    She dropped the tray, opened the wine and poured to the half of the wine glass.
    “He said he’ll be going out for awhile sir.” she said.
    “Alright.”
    She bowed and left.

    (Eli’s residence)
    Elizabeth

    “Ohhh Sister can you just change the channel. I don’t like news.” I pleaded.
    “Shh, you should go and complete your home works.” she said.
    “I have, three hours ago.” I said.
    “Let’s watch a little news then,” she said.
    “No please.. The news is so boring and annoying.” I said.
    “Wait, what’s this? Who’s she!? Jasmin and a poor designer dating.. The reason behind his
    visit to Seoul after fifteen years.” she said.
    My eyes went to the TV screen.
    “What!!” I screamed, almost terrified.
    The Unni at the hospital!
    “What’s that? Are you mad? I am too.” Sister said.
    “What.. What that Unni. The pictures. What”
    “What? Do you know her?”
    “Ehmm yes but that was days ago.” I said.
    She grabbed my arm. “Where Eli?”
    Aghsh I can’t tell her the truth.
    “I..I can’t rememember.” I lied.
    “Why can’t you? You are very smart. Are you lying to me?”
    You are a designer, right?
    “Yes I am. Saara collection. It’s located at Location 302 Baeking. You can visit my website at
    www.Saaracollection.com
    She let go off my arms.
    “Her address. I’m going to visit her.” she said.
    I raised my brows, “Why?”
    “She’s dating my oppa!” Sister said.
    I inhaled. “Alright.”
    That Unni… How could she?
    I was so right after all. She didnt only take the pictures but did the worse.
    Argh if my sister and my mom finds out, then I’m in a bigg trouble. What do I do.
    If she gets arrested, she mustn’t say I was behind the pictures taking.
    Please Lord, save me.
    ‘Oh my God, she is vomiting so much lies. Is she a con Artist?’
    Now I regret taking those pictured. “You don’t have to say much girl. I started it and I’m gonna end it after I’ve gotten
    what I want.” I said.
    “Really?”
    “Yes.. See I think you should bring your machines here. We will be getting so much work
    from onwards. I’m receiving so much emails and Dm’s already.” I said. “Here see,” I showed
    her my laptop screen.
    “Wow.. I can’t believe so many people want a design from Jasmin’s fake girlfriend.” Ha nah
    said.
    “I’m going to see my dad at the hospital soon. You should lock the shop okay,” I said.
    “No probs.”
    “Look at this one Ha nah. She’s saying how beautiful my designs are. This person is saying
    the same thing too. I can’t remember the last time someone said that about my designs,” I
    said.
    “This is really working. That was a smart thought tho.” Ha nah said.
    “Yes it is.”
    “But this is trouble too Sara. You are calling trouble. What if he bring cops to arrest you for
    lying about him huh?”
    I signed. “Yeah I did think about that,”
    “So?” she asked.
    “Nothing came in. I was getting this kinda trust that he wouldn’t call the police on me and I’m
    still getting it even now.” I said.
    “You better not be decieved by some kinda trust. Be expecting the police soon. “
    I sighed.
    “There’s nothing I could have done. This is between life and death. My dad’s life depend on
    this. I have to get this money for my dad to be treated. I’m tired of seeing him on that hospital
    bed. Tell me what I could have done. The doctor said I have only two weeks.” I said as tears
    gathered in my eyes.
    “I had nothing else I could think about than this.” I said as the tears rolled down.
    “If I get arrested then I’ll tell him the reason for my act.”
    She came over and hugged me. “That’s okay, you don’t have to cry.”
    “I have to. I’m tired of a day, no sell. I’m tired of seeing my dad still on the sick bed. I have to
    do something.” I cried.
    “I know. It’s fine. Stop the tears.”
    “No, let me cry ha nah.”
    “Alright then, cry OK, cry. Don’t hold back. Cry out.” she said and I did.

    (Jasmin’s residence)

     Jasmin’s

    I pulled on the leather jacket, followed by a watch, spread cologne and picked an eyeglass.
    The door opened and Williams walked in.
    “I’m done, you wanna come with me?” I said.
    “Of course I have to.” he said.
    “Gah-ja” I said.
    “You still good at the language tho,” he smiled.
    We walked out, got to my car and entered. He drove off.
    “I don’t know why I’m going to see this man again. I only thought of seeing him once. Do
    what I’m here to do and leave.” I said.
    “He’s your father and he’s on the sick bed. No matter what, you should feel it. It’s the blood.”
    He said
    “Then I wish I never had that blood. It freaks and added nothing good to my life.” I said.
    “Maybe you should see him for this last time, what do you think?”
    “Of course, for this last time. I don’t wanna get involved with him ever again.” I said.
    “Your step brother, do you like him? He’s young and doesn’t give a damn about taking over
    father’s business and all.” he said.
    “He gotta take it anyways. That’s their business.” I said.
    He smiled. “About the lady.”
    “I’ve gotten what to do.”
    “What”
    “I’m going to see her myself.” I said.
    “What, you want to..”
    “Yes and why I’m I having the feeling that I’m gonna see her at the hospital tonight? I don’t
    know.”

    (Love Hospital)

    Sara

    “Dad, I’m sorry I would have love to stay much longer with you but I’m getting lots of works
    already and I have to be busy this night, drawing and getting designs. I’m so sorry. Please
    hold on for me. I promise to get you up this bed soon. I promise dad,” I said and kissed his
    hand.
    “I will leave now, goodnight dad. I love you.”
    I got up from the chair, took a brief look at him and then walked out.
    Once, I was near the hallway, I heard low noises.
    Omo.. It’s really him..
    Aigoo, it’s him indeed. The Thailand superstar
    I gasped and stepped back.
    Hello everyone.. How are you doing?
    he said.
    I didn’t wait for another second, I removed the high heels I wore, and raced back to the room
    my dad is.
    Once in, I placed my hands on my knees to catch my breath.
    ‘Will I be able to go tonight. I have loads of works! Why’s he at the hospital again?’
    Tbc

  • Sovereign Alphas-Chapter 13

    Sovereign Alphas-Chapter 13

    SOVEREIGN ALPHAS
    Sovereign Alphas-Chapter 13

    ©Bunmi B. Gabriel

    >>>>>>>>>>>>> Bechira <<<<<<<<<<<<<
    Moments beats moments in our lives, one thing is always either better or lesser than the other. For me, that moment, on the bed, enfolded by heat and the whole new feeling he gave me was perfect. The feeling his lips and tongues gave to my mouth, neck, cleavage, bosoms and stomachs was nothing. What I was experiencing was far more advance, deadly advance. I had my fingers squeezing the life out of the sheets with eyes closed and head thrown back into the pillow as he explore my lower part.

    The feeling was a great mix of fire, lightning and…and…geez! I don’t know. The hot draw of his lips, the moist of his warm tongue swept me clean. His hard male fingers slid past my soft folds of skin, pushing in and out of me, filling me up and burning me. My stomach tightened with every new pace he drove at, the pleasure built up higher at each passing minutes. I could feel my heart struggling to keep up with the demands the new feeling was placing on it, I could barely breathe. It beat hard and fast, a pleasure in and of itself. It was the best feeling in the world, at least to me it was.

    ‘Noriel,’ I moaned under my very breath. I was right when I said sex would kill me, the heat alone would have if I wasn’t well already. He smirked against me, he wasn’t done yet. My hands left the sheet as he took a new method, one that had me screaming and pulling at my own hair as the pleasure burst inside of me. Desperate for more, I bucked my hips like I would die if I don’t do that. That was it, hot pulsing relief flooded out through my cunt, causing it to grip tighter around his plunging fingers. He wiped it all off with his tongue, leaving me to shudder and gasp with pleasure and exhaustion.
    I covered my face with my hands, couldn’t believe I was the one under a guy and getting a head. Hope he won’t suggest I queen him, I won’t be able to stand properly. ‘Tired?’ He asked playfully.

    ‘I can’t breathe,’ I puffed, dropping my hands. ‘Where did you learn how to do that when you have always been stuck in here?’

    ‘I’m a three thousand years old being who have seen a lot, I watched civilization grow and rotten and it is partially my doing, I would know what to do to tempt a woman.’ True, very true. He didn’t let me ask the next bothering question, his lips came back to mine, reminding of how I almost died of lack of breath the first time. Nevertheless, I couldn’t resist the sour sweetness it gave, I was tasting myself and I liked it.

    He sat up and reached for his drawer, what for? ‘What’s wrong?’
    ‘You wouldn’t want a baby, would you?’ The thought alone made me shudder spastically, I didn’t mind at all. I’ve always wanted a baby, one I could pamper and give the life I never got to live. Carrying his would make me the happiest person. I swayed my mind back to the present happening, him unwrapping a sheath. I rolled my eyes, it’s my baby, right?

    ‘I don’t want to use that,’

    ‘If we don’t use that, you’ll get pregnant for sure, no doubting it.’

    ‘Well, I don’t mind carrying your baby, or do you?’

    ‘That’s a big step love, you sure about it?’

    ‘Don’t use that on me,’ I said adamantly.

    ‘As milady wishes,’ he smiled, throwing the sheath away. He climbed back on the bed and took my lips in his, sure it was a big and fast decision but I’d always wanted one. Imagine having a child for him, my baby will be gorgeous. A spasm of excitement, nervousness and anticipation rushed through my veins as his choad rubbed against me. My toes curled up, awaiting the bittersweet feeling but he was intentionally torturing me.

    ‘Noriel,’ I groaned. He let out a low chuckle and slid his tongue back to the place where he marked me.
    That was all the distraction I needed, I sank my teeth into my inside cheek and lip. The pain was suggesting a syncope for me but I wasn’t going to take the offer. I sealed my eyes shut and embraced the pain.

    ‘Sorry,’ he whispered. I nodded, sooner than any word called later, the bitterness was gone and my body was soon vibrating with pleasure. I moaned and threw my hands around his shoulders as he started off with gentle thrusts. The pleasure tore through me, heaving my body. It was undeniably sweet and better than any I had felt in my entire life.

    What have been done had already been done, I was his mate now.

    >>>>>>>>>>>>> Aaron <<<<<<<<<<<<<
    Jeff was reckless, in pain, in tears. I knew what was up, she had hidden chosen him over me or he forced her; either way, she was his now. The anger raging me was so intense my body shuddered endlessly. She was gone now, never to be mine again.
    ‘Sovereign,’ Leslie called.

    ‘I demanded to be left alone,’ I snapped.

    ‘It is very important I speak to you….’

    ‘Get out Leslie!!!’ I roared, she squeaked and ran out. Noriel, Noriel, Noriel!!! I puffed out through my nostrils, now I will really end you.

    >>>>>>>>>>>>> Bechira <<<<<<<<<<<<<
    I skipped down the mountain as I sang to myself, woke up to a beautiful morning. Noriel refused to wake up, he was in a deep sleep with his entire body glowing so I took a walk. Washed up, wore his long shirt and woolly sneakers for fun. My hands were buried along with my neck but at least, he scent was allover me. Some guards greeted me warmly, I waved at them happily. The next thing is calling dad and filling him on the detail, I’m no longer a virgin!
    I cupped my mouth and giggled, last night was amazing to me. He was really gentle and I appreciate that. I was about jumping down a small slope when my feet left the ground. At first, I thought it was him but the thing was lifting me far above the mountain. I started screaming and calling for help but all the men were rooted to the ground by force. ‘Noriel!!! Noriel!!!’ I hollered in great fright.

     A oyster portal opened up in the sky above me and dragged me in.

    I screamed loudly as I was whipped to and forth in the portal, whirled and joggled as I fell down or up, whatever, it was severe. Another portal opened below me, I fell through it and landed in a bluish gray water. I spluttered and swam out to the glass floor, where the heck am I?! I sat down and looked around the crystal cave, where am I?

    ‘Unimportant,’ I screamed at first before relaxing and staring at the woman. ‘I’m not his mother, just borrowed her face. ‘

    ‘Where am I?’

    ‘Where you will get your answers,’
    ‘Which is?’

    ‘Why you were reincarnated,’ she smiled, interesting topic. I folded my legs and listened. ‘The main question should be why were you given to Noriel who is of pure darkness than Aaron who has light. Simple, your mission was to separate the darkness from the light, remove the dark force from the other. Aaron is loyal, nice, easy to change because he will never hurt people but Noriel is a killer, god of discord. Aaron’s light conquered his darkness in a way but if Noriel was to have conquered his light,’ she paused and laughed sinisterly. ‘That would have been the end. We the force of all force, the universe and powers beyond your comprehension came to the conclusion that he needed something to keep his light active, someone who would give it a reason to be active; in other world, you.’

    ‘Then why did I free Aaron?’

    ‘One, Aaron walking the earth wouldn’t cause damage but Noriel,’ she chuckled again. ‘He would have destroyed everything, killed Aaron beforehand. Reason number two, by touching his stone, you connected Noriel’s light to the full one in Aaron. As long as Aaron’s light grew brighter, it helped weaken the darkness in him and also helped give Noriel enough compassion to love him very dearly. Noriel love Aaron with his life, that is the link you created between them. You are not Aaron’s mate, just the bridge connecting both emotionally.

    By loving both you and Aaron dearly and being connected to the light in him, Noriel remained at bay somehow. Now, your final job is to have Noriel himself give up his darkness for the sake of his good side, his love for you.’

    ‘How?’

    ‘A life for a life Bechira,’ she said sadly. ‘He will trade his darkness, for you.’

    Huh?

    >>>>>>>>>>>>> Aaron <<<<<<<<<<<<<
    Both brothers were enraged, one angry because his brother marked his mate and the other thinking his brother stole her while he was stuck in his sleep. The battle was on, something they decided to settle once and for all. Armies of good and evil faced each other in a clear desert ground under a thundering gray sky. It was dark already, late in the night yet both side were ready to fight. The twins stared at each other with so much hate or anger rather.

    ‘Where is Bechira?’ Noriel snarled.
    ‘Why are you asking me? You stole her away from me and claimed her,’ Aaron hissed. ‘I will make you pay!’

    ‘Aaron!!!’ Noriel thundered.
    ‘Where is my mate!!!!’

    ‘Where is she!!!!’ They roared at each other. Both sides quickly clashed together like a raging tide, falling and rising. Neither of the twins moved nor did anyone neared them as they slayed each other. Growls, snarls, barks, bite, slashes, fire and every means were thrown at each other. The two brothers remained rooted, eyeing themselves from their position.

    ‘For the last time Aaron, where is my mate?’ Noriel asked rather calmly.

    ‘I should be asking you that!’ That was all it took, Noriel ran across the large ground in a flicker and threw Aaron far away from the others. Like a cat, he landed on his feet, refusing to let his back touch the ground because of a single toss. The others stopped, all paying attention to the Sovereign Alphas battle. Aaron and snarled at Noriel, his mane flowing down as he slowly shifted.

    The others were not aware of their size, so they didn’t shift away, not until the large black Alpha lion with golden lightning stood up way tall. Noriel was fast enough to shift too, their colours brought confusion. How was Aaron black and Noriel white? Their confusion did nothing to hold the battle, the beasts charged at each other with vicious snarls. They wrestled and clawed at each other, rolling on the quaking ground and passing electricity to the other. Noriel got a good bite at his brother’s lion’s neck, just one rip but he let go, his better conscience sweeping in. Aaron was fast to use that opportunity to bulldoze him, hurling him across the trembling supernaturals watching the fight. They hadn’t even started using their real powers yet, powers that would cause greater destruction.

    Aaron roared to the sky, surge of golden lightning whipped down to strike Noriel, in a blink of an eye, a pair of double blade wings sprouted out of his back and shielded him from the attack. The wings were red, thick, sharp. He spread the wings and flapped it, sending the lightning back to it owner. Aaron slammed his heavy and large paws on the ground, the earth shielded him from his own lightning. The earth lowered it armour around him, revealing his own addition form. Two large golden tusks and long golden spikes trailing on his back. They had shifted to kinetic energy, stage two.

    From the core of the galaxy, a large ray of light burst in between them, breaking deep into the earth. The entire desert split, like a bad drought. Some already fled, flew still stayed. ‘Today wasn’t the day,’ a deep voice said calmly from the middle of the ray. ‘Why did you fight?’

    ‘He took my mate!’

    ‘You took her from me first!’ Of course, no one could hear their telepathic accusations. Bechira’s body lowered down, her hands and legs chained apart by invisible forces. ‘What are you….’
    ‘Everything is set with time, she is the reason you broke the rules so her life will be used as replacement for yours.’

    ‘Who the fuck are you to tell me that!’

    ‘Nothing but something, in other to save her, one must remove his stone from his own chest.’ The voice said again.

    ‘What! Removing it will kill us!’ Aaron shouted.

    ‘It’s either her, or you. Whom will it be?’ Noriel looked at Aaron’s large lion, he wasn’t ready to leave but he couldn’t let her nor his brother die. Bechira was his life, the only thing he lived for. His lion whimpered as his stone glowed, the darkness trying to fight his emotions. He slowly shifted back to his human form, his body trembling from his sad decision.
    ‘I’ll give up mine,’ he said softly. ‘You must promise to take care of her, love her like I do or more,: he said not looking at his brother. His eyes went deep and red as blood flowed out of his nose because of the internal battle. ‘Remind her of why she must ne’er forget me.’ With that said, he sank his claws into his chest and with a painful smile, ripped his stone out.

    Black energy burst out of the red stone and dashed into the sky, it rolled around in a dancy manner and flashed down to Aaron to take his remaining dark energy. Jeff roared, the pain tearing his own stone open and releasing all the energy in him, the light and little dark force. The two separated dark force combined as did the light. Both forces entangled each other again like they used to and dashed into the ray, back to where they ought to be.

    The clash sent a heavy wave of power through the desert, causing an intense explosion of wind. Everyone in sight, blacked out.

    Next Chapter

  • Life In Roody Woods – Episode 3

    Life In Roody Woods – Episode 3

    LIFE IN ROODY WOODS
    Life In Roody Woods – Episode 3

    Theme: (A bloody adventure) 

    By Authoress Ti Fe
                 
                    BETTY’S POV

    We walked up to the hill in silence. I was still very shocked about what happened to Jay.

    He should have just come out, Now we have lost him. It is so horrifying, I can’t seem to forget about it.

    “Hey.” The guy that lead us from the river said close to me.

    “Hi” I replied cleaning my tears.

    “Am sorry about your friend.” He said and I nodded trying not to let another tear out.

    I looked back and I saw Tessy crying profusely in Steven’s hand.

    “I guess we have to work together now, I am Ray.” He said stretching his hand to me.

    “Betty.” I replied receiving it.

    “Nice name.” He replied smiling.

    “Thanks.” I said trying to smile a little.

    “When did you get here?” He asked as we lead the way, Tessy, Steven and another guy that came with Ray trialed behind us.

    “Today, and this happened.” I said frustratingly.

    “Am sorry about that. Actually, I have been in the woods for three days now and like jay, three of them are dead. Living Den and I.” He said sadly.

    “Am sorry about that. I never knew this wood is this dangerous.” I said shivering.

    “It really is, you just need to be courageous and we all need to stick together. No playing around, strictly business.” He said smiling.

    “Yeah I understand. I am just so scared, I can’t wait to be down here.” I said rubbing my arms with my palm.

    “It will be fine, just stay brave. But can I ask you a question?” He asked narrowing his eyes.

    “Sure go ahead.” I said shrugging my shoulders.

    “Why are you here after the news that it is dangerous.” He said.

    “Actually, I am not really here for the Treasure.” I said sighing.

    “So what are you here for?” He asked looking puzzled.

    “I came here to forget all about my Ex. He was getting to me so much so I thought of going on an adventure to forget about him.” I said rolling my eyes.

    “Oh I am so sorry Betty.” He said sadly.

    “Its nothing.” I said looking up to the skies.

    “Its running late, we need to look for a place to overnight.” He said bringing our his torchlight and putting it on the map.

    “Guys I think I found a place to lay our heads for the night!” He said loudly so the people behind us could hear.

    “Yes please, I need to rest. I feel like I am going to collapse soon, this is so hard to bear.” Tessy said sobbing in Steven’s arms.

    I looked at her and I understood exactly how she felt.

    “Please pull yourself together Tessy.” I said trying to smile, and she nodded sadly.
    We walked some meters till we got to an open space. It was a sea shore, it was dark already.

    Everyone and I brought out our torchlight to help us see. We had tents in our backpacks.

    We got to a spot and placed our bags on the ground.

    “We need to make a fire to keep us warm. I will be back.” Ray said and we all nodded.

    We started making our tents, and in no time we were done. We had four tents altogether.

    One for Tessy and Steven, one for Den, one for me and one for Ray. Den made Ray’s tent close to him.

    He was silent throughout we made the tent. My tent was at right side of Ray’s tent while Den’s was at the left.

    We all sat in front of our tents waiting for Ray to come with the firewood. I checked my bag for my phone, then I remembered we had bread in our bag.

    “Tessy, Steven, eat up.” I said showing them the bread in my hand. They nodded and I faced my phone.

    “There can’t be network.” Den said coldly.

    “Yeah, just saw it.” I said sighing. I looked at him and I saw him stare at the waters.

    “I am Betty.” I said smiling.

    “Den.” He replied still staring at the sea.

    “You want some?” I asked stretching my bread to him.

    “Yes, I haven’t eaten since last night.” He said sadly and I felt pity for him.

    That means Ray is yet to eat too, I will have to keep some for him.

    “Thank you?” He said cutting part of the bread. I reached for my bag and brought out my bottle water.

    “Here.” I said stretching it to him.

    “Thank you.” He mumbled as he devoured the bread.

    I nodded and took a bite of my bread chewing it slowly. I sat on the ground hugging my legs to my body.

    The sea breeze kept blowing her hair around, covering my face with it. I wasn’t really affected with the breeze because I had my fur coat on.

    Soon I heard footsteps walking towards us. I quickly lighted my touch in fear, and I saw Ray carrying some woods on his shoulders.

    He threw them on the floor, and squatted to start preparing the fire. I watched him with my torch on and I saw a snake tattoo on his arm close to his shoulders.

    It looked very beautiful and black. The fire was on in no time and we all moved to sit around it.

    He sat staring into the fire, while I moved close to him sitting near him.
    “Here, eat this.” I said giving him the bread.

    “Thanks, was starving already.” He said biting the bread slowly. I moved my water to him and he looked at me smiling.

    Everywhere became so quiet, i could hear the sound of the waves of the sea and that of animals.

    Tessy was in Steven arms and Den was just speechlessly staring at the fire. Ray chewed his bread silently, while I closed my eyes remembering home.

    TBC….