BEAUTY AND THE BEAST
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Amber
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The Weekend has been a really disturbing and stupid one as everybody was busy planning for the wedding. Dad stayed at home to make sure everything runs smoothly. he's really going all out to please this woman.
Tasha also went out of her way to throw a glamorous party with my dad's money.
She hired new maids to run all the errands in the house and did practically nothing but going through magazines to pick out a wedding dress.
For someone who's getting married for the second time, she sure seems really excited.
I refused to partake in anything concerning this wedding. in fact Chad is coming over to the house. we're going out for dinner and I asked him to pick me up from home so that he would meet the groom — My father.
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I got a text from Chad later saying that he was outside my door so I picked up my phone and keys and headed downstairs.
I met him seated on the couch as dad couldn't take his eyes off him.
But what I couldn't comprehend was the look on Denisha's face. it almost looked like she was gonna eat him right there and now.
From the look on Chad face, he appeared nervous hoping for someone to come to his rescue.
"Hello baby" I said kissing his cheeks "I'm going out don't wait up for me" I say as I practically dragged him to the door
"You're not going to tell me who he is?" I heard dad say so I turned to face him almost immediately.
"I didn't think it was necessary but since you asked, Chad my dad. Dad this is Chad my boyfriend" I said rolling the words off my tongue without thinking it through.
"Good day Sir" he greeted
"Can we go now. we're late for our date" I tell him and walked out of the house with Chad.
"What was that all about?"
"Don't worry he doesn't bite" I tell him
"this isn't a joke Amber, I was practically sweating my life out there"
"no kidding. are we going or not?" I asked, anger evident in my voice. I'm sure he got the message cause he said
"Sure we are"
"thank you"
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This time around he drove the bike while I held unto him from behind.
We arrived at beautiful garden which was richly decorated.
He held my hand as he walked me to a table which was beautifully decorated with flowers, chocolates, food, drinks and a ring in the centre.
"I wanted our second date to be special" he announced as if reading my mind.
He pulled out a chair for me and I sat down still confused about everything that was happening.
"Chad what's all this?"
he smiled and took a seat next to me
"I'm proposing? what does it look like?"
"You're asking me to marry you?" I asked not sure I heard properly
"Yes I am"
"but we don't know ourselves that much and it's just too soon" I tell him and I notice his face went sour.
"oh come on Amber. we've come of age and we love each other so what's left" he asked
"I–... " I trailed off but my voice got stuck in my throat
"I love you Amber and I really want to spend the rest of my life with you"
"please give me time to think about this first OK" I beg and after a minute of silence, he shook his head
"thank you"
"Let's eat" he told me and I picked up my cutlery as I prepared to dig into my meal.
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TWO WEEKS LATER
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AMBER
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It's been two weeks since Dad and Tasha tied the knot.
She was now his legal wife in the eyes of the law.
Well, what can I say for myself, I moved out of the house cause I couldn't stand the sight of both of them. Thank Goodness Chad offered me a place to stay in his house. His mother accepted me wholeheartedly and it's like this was my second home.
I missed Dad a lot but I can't afford to stay in that house, he made his choice when he chose Tasha over me and now I'm making mine.
He still calls though begging me to come home but I simply refused.
I sat on my bed as I rummaged my room looking for something to wear.
Chad asked me out on a date and I agreed to go out with him.
I scan my wardrobe looking for something pleasant to wear.
I settled for a black Chitenge pants and T-shirt.
then I wore my sneakers.
I cut my hair so I only brushed it.
looking at myself sometimes, I wonder why Chad is stuck with me.
I'm far from an ideal lady.
I don't wear makeup, I don't dress fashionably, I don't paint my nails and do girlish stuff. I have piercings all over my body and I can't even cook so why me?
Love is a strange thing isn't?
He texted me the address of the place he wanted to meet me and I drove there to meet him.
It was a fancy restaurant and there was reservation for both of us so I sat down waiting for him.
Minutes turned into hours and hours turned into more hours but no sign of him.
where could he be?
Some minutes later, I got a text from him saying that he couldn't make it and that something came up. he apologized and told me to come back home on time later. I sighed and stood up and headed out of the restaurant.
On reaching to where my bike was parked, I noticed a familiar person hiding in the shadows.
Am I in trouble?
I looked around the parking lot to see if maybe there were people who I could scream for help but it was sadly deserted.
I quickly brought out my keys and in a swift motion, I hopped on my bike.
He was now walking up to where I was.
After Fumbling with my keys, I finally found the right one and started the ignition.
I drove off as fast as I could.
what if he's sent by Tasha to kill me?
i couldn't stand any of that.
i got home and went straight up to my bedroom.
I quickly undressed and took a quick shower and that's when it hits me that Chad isn't back yet. I tried calling his cell but it sent me straight to voicemail. What if something bad happens to him?
I couldn't help but worry
and pulled up the duvet to cover myself.
I guess I must have slept off cause the next thing I heard was the door creaking open.
I groaned and sat up on the bed.
"Where did you go?" I asked but he walked past me to the bathroom completely ignoring me.
I waited for him to finish. and he later did.
"Chad where are you coming from?"
"I was busy with something. and I'm really tired" he said as he sat down on the bed to lie down.
"Chad–"
"Amber please we'll talk tomorrow alright. I'm dead tired"
And that was all he said before he closed his eyes to sleep.
I stood there like a statue trying to process what just happened. I took one look at him hoping that it's not what I think he's doing cause that would be the death of me.
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST *** Weeks turned into months and I was still stuck with Chad. I haven't spoken to Dad at all and the mysterious stranger hasn't shown himself yet. I really miss Dad but I'm just too stubborn to admit it. Chad on the other hand has been acting a bit strange ever since I agreed to get married to him though we haven't fixed the date yet. He keeps late night and comes back in the morning and most times for days, when I try to talk to him about it, he shoves me off saying that he's been busy. And anytime he's home, he's always on the phone talking to someone that only the heaven knows. And when I confront him, he ends up saying that I'm too controlling and not understanding. I made up my mind not to stalk him or anything but what if he's cheating on me? what if there's someone else that he's seeing. the thought of Chad cheating on me will completely ruin me. he's the first guy that I've ever loved and I t
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST***I woke up feeling tired, and my head was aching badly.My mind instantly played back to what happened yesterday and the tears suddenly welled up in my eyes.I stood up and walked to the full length mirror while I stared at my reflection.What was I thinking when I said yes to him? he's cheating on me, not just with any random person but my step sister and he's been lying to me about it to.I broke down in tears.Daddy was right, I should never have trusted him. he was nothing but a cheat and a liar.I instantly slumped to the floor as I clasped my legs together allowing the tears to fall freely.He was just using me and I completely fell for it.what was I thinking?who told me that I was beautiful and that I could compete with other girls.who told me that I was beautiful and that there's someone out there who would love me for me?Why did I ever think t
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST . *** I woke up to the sound of indistinct chattering. What's that smell? I feel like I'm about to throw up. I slowly opened my eyes but blinked severally to adjust the rays of sun passing through them. It took me a minute or two to realize that I was in a hospital. my head was throbbing badly. it felt like someone was pulling a saw through it. "Doctor she's awake" The nursed hollered at the doctor who walked up to my bed. He picked up his stethoscope and touched some of my body parts then scribbled something on the paper and handed it to the nurse. "well Amber it's a miracle you're awake. The impact of the accident did a major damage to your system that I wasn't sure if you were gonna come back alive" He said in the most quiet voice he could muster. That's when it all came rushing back to me. I remembered that night, dad and I were in his car when suddenly he slumped
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST***“YOU can't dance with the devil and wonder why you're still in hell“... Ella***AMBER***Right now I'm standing in front of the porch.Part of me is telling me to run away from everything and never come back but another part of me is telling me to face my demons.I can't believe that I'm now an orphan and that I've lost both parents.I wiped the tears that threatened to fall.After weighing all the pros and cons in my mind, I finally decided to knock. I was hesitant at first but then I took another step by opening up the door.I stepped inside the living room.the house was dark as all the lights were turned off."I knew you wouldn't resist coming to your own funeral" A voice spoke, I recognized it as Tasha's before the lights suddenly came on.She was seated on the couch as she sipped on her whisky she poured into the glass."I thought you
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST***"How is she Doctor?" I ask immediately I noticed that he was done with the check up as I waited patiently for his reply."She's responding to treatment and the baby is alright. we just need her to wake up" he said and I nod. "She's a fighter. I didn't think she would ever survive this. When I first came to treat her, I had already registered her dead but I relied on hope. it makes the impossible quite possible" he told me and patted my shoulder "Take good care of her and if you notice any changes then alert me at once." he said"Of course."After he left, I sat down next to her as I watched her intently.She had bandages on her head and most of her body parts were covered in bruises.I'm really glad that I arrived there just in time.I never really wanted to follow her anymore. cause each time I tried to reach out to her, she runs off and acts scared but Grandpa made me do it.Ever
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST****MIGUEL***The doctor arrived and came to the room where she was.He checked her pulse and eyes and examined other parts of her body before turning to face me."She's gonna be alright. she just needs to rest and here" he said giving me a piece of paper "I prescribed some drugs that she would need. make sure she takes them, it'll be good for her health and the baby's" he explained and I nod"Thanks doc. I'll make sure I get these""that'll be all. I'll take my leave and don't hesitate to contact me if need be. I'm only a call away""Will do that""great" he said and left us alone.she coughed and I turned to face her."how are you feeling?'" Grossed out. I feel like puking but other than that, I'm okay " she tells me.I stare at her only for me to realize that she's looking at me too."Who are you? have we met before?""No I'm Miguel. I sa
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST***I stare at Miguel but somehow he seemed uninterested and unaffected.Somehow I couldn't help but feel sorry for him.we all have our bad days too.If maybe I ever thought that one day, I would be declared dead and be in hiding for a crime I didn't commit then I would never have believed it.I am now an orphan with no properties to my name.I've been deprived everything that is mine and as if it's not enough, I am carrying the child of that bastard man who I thought loved me.Life never gives us what we want, it throws stuff in our direction and gives us the choice to either pick it or leave it."I'm sorry Miguel" I finally manage to say after the long silence.He shakes his head and looks on."I'm fine".A very long silence settles over us as none of us uttered a word."So" grandpa began "Miguel told me you wanted to get rid of the baby"I
BEAUTY AND THE BEAST***MONTH'S LATER***AMBER***"You're doing great Bella. But you lack poise and confidence. I want you to walk like a peacock with pride. flaunt that beautiful feathers for everyone to admire. when they see you, all they should think of is Grace" My catwalk instructor Ann told me. "so don't hold back on anything" she addsI slightly nod my head with a smile as I recalled events earlier before today.she blew her whistle of death and I catwalk round the entire gym space..These past months has been the months of my life. I have finally decided to take what is mine but not without putting up a fight. Tasha is smart but I'm prove to her that I'm smarter and better.I am going back home but not as the once broken and unfixed girl, I'm going back to throw a bomb and trust me when I say that everyone who hurt me is gonna pay. i will ruin them. I will make them suffer. I will give every one