Chapter 21: The Weight of TruthDiana’s POV“Mummy,” I called with a low voice . My heart was beating with fear as I stood in our sitting room and was looking that her face.She just come back this evening from church program. She haven’t even removed her clothes before I call her. Her face was full of concern immediately. “Diana, what is the problem ?why are you crying ?”Tears rushed out of my eye again, my tear was uncontrollable . I just knelt down on the floor and was shaking and shading tears like a baby that they just gave birth to.“Mummy… Mummy I have make a very big mistake,” I cried and laid my head on her laps.She held my shoulder, she was already afraid . “Talk to me.what happened?Did they sack you? Or did any other thing happen ? Talk and stop keep me in suspense!!”I handed her the pregnancy test results that doctors Williams gave me.and shouted in tears…..mommy ,”I’m pregnant, mummy,” I said it like someone that swallow stone.She pause. Everything freeze for one
Chapter 20:The RevelationDiana pov I woke up from sleep , my body aching from too much work we did yesterday as a result of the supervisor being around .It had been weeks , maybe months , since I started having this symptoms in my body .But today felt different. Today, I could feel something that had been moving inside me for months something that didn’t feel quite right. Today I will get answers to all my questions about the moving in my body I sat up, my head pounding with a dull ache. I pressed my palm to my forehead, trying to calm the dizziness, but the feeling wouldn’t go away.My body had been telling me something for a while now, and today it seemed too loud to ignore. I glanced around my room.I took my bath ,brush my teeth and Dressed up to go hospital without thinking about going to work. “ I don’t mind if I should face any punishment today for skipping work.What matters is that I’m definitely going to do the test today.My feet led me to the Dr William hospital. An ex
Chapter 19: The Delay. Diana’s POVThe morning light didn’t feel any different. I woke up with the same weight on my chest—the same battle between fear and confusion. But today, I promised myself I wasn’t going to let it consume me completely. At least not yet.I tried standing up from bed but I was very dizzy. I hold my wall as a support.“God please,” I whisper. “Let it not be what I'm thinking about.”I entered the bathroom to take my bath. When I was taking my bath, I looked at myself in the mirror. My face has changed. My cheeks have filled. My breast is swelling. So like my body is giving me a sign that I don't want to accept.After I was dressed, I decided to say that I didn't want to eat. I don't even get an appetite. My mouth was bitter like someone who took medication. I just wore my flat shoes and carried my bag and left for work.As I entered the bus, one small boy who was near me was eating a pineapple. The moment the smell entered my nose, I covered my mouth and bent my
Chapter 18: Battling with thought.Diana’s POVAs I arrived at my house that night, I didn’t even remove my shoe. I just entered my room and fall on my bed like a dead body. My heart was burning me as a result of alcohol that I took . I pressed my pillow to cover my face, but the tears was still flowing like river . I was crying like a small kid that they just gave birth to this night.Why will Chris leave me like that? Why will he not just call or even leave a text say “Diana , something happen, I go explain later”? Or Even lie to save himself than this silence. This type of embarrassment is heartbreaking . To me he purposely disgraced me. In front of Mercy and Xander so my so-called Evil cousin that use every opportunity to mock meI didn’t sleep that night. My phone was on my hand all through. I check it every 10 minutes. Still nothing. No call. No “I’m sorry.” No explanation. Next MorningI wake up with my eyes swelling as a result of yesterday tear . My head knock lik
Chapter 17: Unforgettable Dinner EncountersDiana's POVI felt a wave of discomfort wash over me as our eyes met. Xander's expression was intense, his jaw clenched in surprise. I tried to maintain my composure, but my heart was racing. Chris, oblivious to the tension, continued to talk, but I couldn't focus on his words. I nodded and smiled, trying to play it cool, but inside, I was battling with thoughts and discomfort .Mercy's POVAs I slipped into the beautiful restaurant ,hoping to cool off after a long day of embarrassment from my boss But I was struck by the sophisticated ambiance. The dim lighting, soft music, and elegant decor created a refined atmosphere that made me feel like I was in a luxurious setting. I was taken aback by the beauty of the place, and for a moment, I just stood there, taking it all in.I was greeted by the hostess and led to my table. I took the menu, ordering a dish that caught my eye. As I waited for my food to arrive, I began to scan the environment,
Chapter 16: The Storm is ComingMercy’s POVDefeated?.No That word doesn’t exist in my dictionary.As I stood in front of the mirror , adjusting my makeup , I couldn’t help but feel a surge of determination. My reflection stared back at me, a woman on a mission. I had spent countless nights dreaming about this moment. It is my turn. I’m tired of being in the shadows, and I can’t accept defeat.Never!!!I adjusted my outfit…a fitted dress that matches my curves…..and I left the office that day with a smiled on my face.As I walked towards my desk , I saw them…..Diana and her flower toy boy holding flowers as usual and a beautiful bag filled with gifts I don’t know anything about , Chris. They were laughing, sharing a moment that made my blood boil. I clenched my fists, forcing a fake smile as I passed by.“Enjoy it while it lasts,” I muttered under my breath. “Soon when I becomes the CEO wife , I will change every single rule in this office including avoiding this flower boy inside t