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"How can somebody this wicked exists?" I wonder with tears rushing out of my eyes and anger clouding my features.
Shamefully We picked out bags and walked out of the house, our house.
Mum and I were walking aimlessly on the way with people giving up the pity look, and some even whispering wondering what had happened to us.
We went back to Dad's elder brother, Richard to accommodate us for the time being, until mum gets a job that would be able to cater for our well being.
He refused, accusing mum of killing his brother that we should not step our foot on his doorstep again.
Mum was broken, we were helpless.
I was feeling sharp pains in my back and legs due ti walking for hours under the scorching sun, until I complained to mum and luckily for us we saw a shop closedby and we stood under the shade.
We waited for sometime and suddenly the weather changed, and it started raining heavily.
The shop was the most comfortable place for us that moment even when the raining was pouring on us due to leaked hole on the zinc, we were comfortable there.
We waited for the rain to stop so we can look for somewhere warm to lay our head, the breeze was cold, the downpour was heavy,I was weak, hungry and shivering.
Everywhere was quiet, it was getting late and dark we had not gotten anywhere in mind to spend the night, We hope for someone to come to our aid, No one came.
Mum told me we will spend the night there and look for somewhere else the next day.
I could hear mum mumuring softly and I knew she was crying.
I started crying too, hoping that everything will get better.
The thunder loudly rumbled, preparing the cloud for another downpour, I silently prayed for God to send someone who will accommodate us for just that night only.
At the end the shop was the safest place for us to sleep that night, we slept with mum sitting on the ground and me lying down on the bare floor with my head on her lap.
We left very early the next morning to look for somewhere better and safer for us.
We got to a huge house where there was a notice board saying ' House help needed urgently'
Mum didn't think twice to grab that golden opportunity, we both knew if mum gets the Job that means our accommodation is settled, maybe feeding too.
We knocked on the gate, the security man came out to answer us, he told us to wait so he can tell his boss what we came for.
We waited outside, the day was bright, it was a Saturday afternoon. The sun was harsh, piercing through our skin, we were tired, hungry and thirsty but the hope of mum getting that job gave us strength to keep standing.
Minutes later the security man opened the gate and allowed us in.
My jaw dropped, mouth wide opened when I saw the house, it was huge and very beautiful, the garden was big!
The artistic drawings, pool. Everything scream money!
Different latest models of cars were parked at the garage, the design of the mansion alone kept us in awe, we kept looking around the compound.
Everywhere was sparkling and well furnished, it shows how wealthy and influential the owner was.
when we entered the room, it was breathtaking, from the furniture to the home appliances they were out of this world.
Luckily for us we met the owner of the house after mum explained our predicament, and how we sincerely need the job he wasted not time to offer mum the job.
Our joy knew no bound, we were so happy, the man was generous to mum and I he also told us to stay in one vacant room in the compound and promised to take care of my school bills.
We were speechless, finally! Mr Raphael Ideh was our answered prayer.
K•E•L•S•I::::Mum had to do everything from laundry to cleaning the house, cooking..... Which we did not mind atall.I noticed Mrs Raphael wasn't happy with her husband generosity, but I ignored it because of how overjoyed we were.He showed us everywhere in the building and also show us where we will be staying.The room he gave us was small, but better and more comfortable than that shade we slept last night, with a bed that can accommodate two people, Chair and table well furnished, what more can we ask for?We quickly arranged our luggages, and mum went out to start her new job as a maid, leaving me alone in the room.I was grateful to God and Mr Raphael too.I got excited about the new school I will attend, questions kept popping in my head.' when will I start this new school?""How will I cope with the new school and the new environment?"I wish dad was still alive wi
K•E•L•S•I::::I used all my will power to focus my attention on the teacher as i overheard soft mumurs from every corner."Ah! There you are, can you please tell me and the class your name? He encouraged."My name is Kelsi Itohan" I tried to be audible as I could."I'm a new student here" my voice slightly shaking.He nodded "Welcome, Kelsi the teacher replied with a smile that soothe my feeling.Sit down please."Thank you", I replied sitting quietly while taking a quick glance at my classmates."Alright everyone today we will start a new topic on mathematics INDCES'Ugh!I hate mathematics even as a science student I love anything that does not involve calculation, but I have no choice than to sit and learn.The teacher taught for over two hours, another came in and the third all asking me to introduce myself, I almost wanted to
K•E•L•S•I::::The closing bell rang, I was the first to rush out of the class, I honestly don't belong here! I hasten my footsteps as i wanted to go home on time.Parents were coming to pick their children, flashy cars were everywhere it was noisy and that made me feel sick the more.I knew I had to trek home, i didn't waste a moment to start my journey home.I walked out of the gate eager to get home, cover myself with a duvet and forget about today.I started trekking under the hot sun, when I got to the junction where there was a pothole with water, I waited for some drivers to pass so I can continue, while trying to pass through the pothole avoiding the water, a vehicle from no where splashed the dirty water on my body, I suddenly became chill wet from head to toe including my school bag.I looked at there I saw the driver slowed down and Anita head came out of the car window laughing.I couldn't
K•E•L•S•I::::Few weeks later I started getting used to Anita and her crew, their constant disturbance and nusiance, pushing me out of the way, mocking my dress, pouring water on my school bag and all of that.I couldn't tell mum about what I've been going through in school, I know she has a lot too.I vowed to keep it to myself and hopefully stand up to the challenge.I had to balance both school and work with mum.later at night mum couldn't hold it anylonger she woke me up and told me everything going on at work, she told me all that Mrs Raphael has been doing to her, sometimes accusing her of stealing, threatening to kill her if she come close to her husband.I felt bad.Mr Raphael took us like his family, but his wife sees mum and I as slaves and nothing more.I was hurt again, even when we think everything is going on well, Life will always show us the bad side.I couldn't follow m
K•E•L•S•I::::The sport teacher asked him to introduce himself."My name is Lexy Ideh", his smooth voice came out"Ideh?" That Sounds familiar....... I thought sitting at the front row in other to watch the match properly.Well, alot of people bears that name, so there is nothing wrong with it being a coincidence.We had sport that morning, I watched the guys played football it was SS1 science department VS SS1 Commercial department that Friday, girls were cheering guys were whistling encouraging their various departments.Lexy and delvin were good player and everybody was cheering and encouraging them, I smiled watching him play with all seriousness dribbling his opponent.They were everybody's favourite, both the teachers and students, smart, handsome and energetic.What else?Few minutes into the match, Lexy kicked the ball flying straight into our rival goal post, a
K•E•L•S•I::::"Oh Well, seems like she saw us smilling at each other", I blurted out softly because I could see smoke coming out of her head and her eyes not leaving our direction."I need to start going" I told lexy quickly standing up from the seat.I really don't want any trouble with Anita, Not today.Lexy nodded and broke into a wide smile when Anita came over putting her arms across his shoulder.I walked passed Anita and heard her hissing like a snake.Friday was a one of the most memorable day for everyone in the school, most especially for the girls.I too was looking forward to seeing Lexy in school on monday.When I got home from school mum noticed I was in a happy mood, she eyed me suspiciously."Hmm.. what happened today Kelsi"? This one you are smilling like this, she teased."Nothing oh! Mummy", I replied smilling mischievously."Are you sur
K•E•L•S•I::::"Kelsi, What's happening here?"Who's that? Mum asked coming towards me with the things she bought, while looking at Anita departing figure."Uhm....She's just a friend", I smiled, taking the goods from my mum who look unconvinced about my reply, I knew she could see my unsettled body language."She is my Friend mum, ermm.... I mean my class mate, she was greeting me" I grinned, trying to reassure my mother."Alright", mum said. "let us start going it's getting late already"I was relieved, finally she reluctantly accepted.I was glad Anita didn't not meet mum,and mum didn't meet her.I hope they don't cross paths.I really hope so.***********We came back late and quickly make dinner for the Raphael's, while mum was still cooking I went outside to complete my assignment
K.E.L.S.I:::on Tuesday evening I decided to follow her to Mr Raphael residence to assist her with the duties.Mom called me to help her with the dish, sitting outside the varenda before I was called, i left the Novel I was reading and walked to the kitchen, after everything was done and set, we went back home and that was when I realized I forgot my book."Mom!...." I called her, standing up from the bed. "...I forgot the book I was reading at Mr Raphael place, I need to go and get it, the english teacher gave us some assignment in it, and iam not done with the book" I told her while at the same time putting on my slippers."Okay, Don't stay long" mum yawned, turning to the other side of the bed.I quickly walked towards Mr Raphael residence, I opened the gate and entered, i was relieved when I saw my book lying exactly where I left it.As I was about picking the book up, I heard the front doo