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ALEXANDER“Dad why?.”The beeping of the machines started again today. It's been two days since the last time it beeped and I've been restless ever since.The doctor asked me to make sure I keep an eye on him and boy. My eyes are heavy, even the three hours sleep I enjoyed days ago meant nothing now because I'm drained.I called the doctor and in no time two of them apoeared. I stood frozen in place, my eyes fixed on the two doctors who had rushed into the room to attend to my father. One of them drew the curtain close around my father's bed, effectively blocking my view of what was happening.”i need good news this time around. Dad you have to fight for your life.” I said in a hushed tone consoling myself.What were they doing? Is my father's condition worse than I think? All efforts to tell myself to stay calm that the doctors are doing their job were abortive.I walked back and forth outside the curtain fixing my eyes on the small gap between the curtains where I was seeing the doc
ALEXANDER“I'm back," I said, my voice firm but polite. "how's my dad doing?." I walked into the room, scanning the space as I greeted the guards.“He's doing just fine.'’ one of the guys replied me.“Any changes?.” I asked in hope. Maybe something significant might have happened while I was away.“No sir."Once again, my hopes are crushed. I wanted to hear something different, not just a simple, no sir.“Okay, I'm here now so can leave.”The guards nodded, their faces expressionless, as they begin to file out of the room. “Wait!.” I called out to them.“Yes sir, do you need anything?.” one of them asked.“No. I just wanted to tell you guys to take an hour or two off, go home, shower, eat some good food and lay your head a little before coming back here.”“Thank you sir.” They said in unison and left.I saw the joy evident in their faces as they left. I had slept for three hours, and the rest had done me some good and I think they needed some time to rest too. The three hours rest d
JASMINE“urghhh... Not now.'’ I said out of frustration before opening my eyes to the ringing of my alarm clock. The moment I sat up, the events of how Alexander chased us out the other day came back to my remembrance. How angry his face was and those deep words he threw at me. Prisca may find it very strange but I don't. At least I know the clown better than anyone else.He said I'm a witch forgetting the fact that he's a wizard himself. I tossed my legs over the edge of the bed and set my feet down calmly on the floor. I had to distract myself from thoughts of Alexander so I entered the bathroom to shower.I got ready and stepped into the living room where one of my father's chefs had prepared breakfast for me. I came to my father's house and stayed among people I know who have shown me love and support from when I was little.While eating, I kept thinking about Alexander's reaction. Why had he been so angry with me? From what I know, I wasn't responsible for the accident.“We wer
ALEXANDERObserving my father's expression, I shifted to notice the devices around him beeping consistently."Kindly do not abandon me." "I require you."The devices persisted in beeping, while my father's chest moved up and down.I felt frightened, furious, and upset. Yet above all, I was anxious. Eager for my father to survive, to flourish, to be well.I gazed at his expression, and my heart shattered once more. I was certain I would do whatever it takes to rescue him, to provide him a chance to survive. However, while I remained there, I understood that certain matters were outside my influence.Our connection had been intricate, to put it mildly. We never agreed, and our arguments will likely turn into shouting almost everytime, which I am aware of.Despite everything, I still didn't want him to die. I wanted to hold on to him, even though the flaws in our relationship is visible for everyone to see. Thinking back to all the times we disagreed and when I felt he didn't understand
JASMINEWith her sweet nature, Prisca wrapped her arms around me, giving me a place to cry. After some time, she kindly lifted me up, using her hands to dry my tears. “Let's head out now,” she said in a gentle tone.I responded with a nod, though I remained numb. Prisca took me to the spot where I parked my car.I received a towel from Prisca and dried my face. “I...I find it hard to believe that he's not here anymore.”A warm expression appeared on Prisca's face. '‘I get it honey, believe me and I know It's not easy to embrace this reality. But you'll scale through, trust me”We reached outside to where my car was parked. I stood there, leaning on my car and resumed crying uncontrollably, she held me close, her voice soft and soothing, but her words were firm. '‘Don't cry anymore. Crying won't bring him back. We need to show strength at this moment.'’I understood she was right, yet it was challenging to come to terms with
JASMINE “Prisca, do you think it's true?.” Fixing my eyes on her, I asked. At this point It's really going to be hard for me to believe my dad is no more. “Jas, take it easy, You have my support. ” Memories of my father crossed my mind, and a small lovely smile showed on my lips, making it hard to figure out whether it was born from grief or delight. I also recall those nights he was awake just to watch over me. I have always told myself how fortunate I was to have him as my dad. Even now that I'm an adult, I continue to cherish those treasured memories. I recall the day my mom passed away. I was just eleven, and my world have never been the same ever. Dad's world shattered too, but he held me close, his tears mingling with mine as we mourned the loss of the woman we loved. As years went by, many urged him to find a new wife to serve as a mother figure for me, yet he chose not to. He used to say, “My love for your mother was sincere, and I won't accept anything below that sta