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Introduction
Meet Lola Gregg, our beautiful protagonist, a young lady from an affluent home, trying to find her place in the middle of an over expectant family. Despite facing a lot of pressure at the time, she decides to follow her dreams to be a fashion designer. Her parents would have none of it though, but deep within lies secrets that could change her life forever.
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Most of the time, one has to give up some things for the ones they love. Family involvs lots of sacrifices. But, there are times you'll have to put yourself first.
Lola is stuck between two tough decisions, living for family or herself. Find out how things go for her.
I do hope you enjoy it.
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Lola's Story Chapter one (Filler chapter)
Greggs' Residence****"Lola" I heard my mum call from downstairs while I was still tucked under my covers, not at all eager to get up and start the day. A tiny part of me hoped I wasn't in trouble again because she had been acting a little cranky as of late, I guessed she was fighting with my dad again."Titilola" I heard her call again, this time, a little more sternly, I knew I was in for it this time. I rolled my eyes and got out of bed, scurried to the bathroom, brushed my teeth and washed my face before heading downstairs."Yes mummy, I'm here" I answered innocently when I finally made my way into the kitchen. She was positioned in front of the gas cooker stirring something that smelled delicious."Madan, good morning o" She responded sarcastically. Gosh, I had not greeted her this morning, that meant I was in for a lecture."Mummy, I'm sorry" I apologized quickly and went on to do the needful. "Good morning mum", she
Lola's Story Chapter Two
Greggs' Residence*****"Hey bestie" Tana half yelled when I finally picked up the phone. I had been so engrossed in my sketching that I totally did not hear the phone ring until the third time my ring tone filled the air. In my defense, the phone was tucked underneath my pillow and my phone's volume wasn't exactly at its loudest."Heyyy"I drawled, not with as much enthusiasm as she gave off. I was exhausted, lethargic, unmoving and she noticed."What's wrong?" She asks concernedly. I couldn't bring myself to explain that I had been trying to get a good sketch out, but they all ended up in the trash. I was not feelibg inspired, I was beginning to let my fears get to me and it was affecting my skills." I.." I started, after much reluctance, but she didn't let me finish."I'll be with t you in a minute, we're going out. No best friend of mine is going to get depressed, not on my watch!" She rolled all of that out so quickly, I could barely ca
Lola's Story Chapter Three
"Hey boo." I heard the very sweet, alluring and enticing voice of my equally sweet sister and I squealed. I rushed straight into her arms while she giggled. Oh! I missed the sweet sound. Meet my beautiful older sister, Laila Tolani Gregg, as I mentioned earlier, she's a corporate lawyer working for a private firm. My sister is indeed a beauty. In all honesty, I was surrounded by lots of beautiful people,make and female alike. We have great genes I tell you. Laila is more of a light skinned person than I am but she's a few shades darker than Tana and I'm proudly chocolate skinned. Something I got from my dad. My facial features though are more likely to my mum's, same as Laila's. "Why didn't tell me you were coming?" I questioned after breaking the hug. "And ruin the surprises? Surely you should know me better sis."She replied with a smug smile. Typical her. "Anyhow..." I drawled as we ascended the stairs."What did you get me?" I grinned.She gave me a blank stare in return and my
Lola's Story Chapter Four
Chapter Four "Daddy" I called calmly. It was the weekend already, and I had to tell him my decision. He looked up from his laptop. I was sitting in front of him in the study, more like his home office. "Lola, what is it?"He asked coldly.I gulped, closed my eyes for a millisecond and answered."Daddy, I... came to tell you about ...my decision, concerning...the job offer" I stuttered. He gave me a stern look then concentrated on his laptop again, as if to tell me to continue with what I was saying."I'll take it" I finally said after much reluctance, I wondered why I was so terrified of him, he's my father for goodness sake! Dad had a way of making us fear him, even mum wasn't left out. There were times she tried to resist his daunting stance on matters, but she had never pulled it off successfully. Although mummy tried to act like she wasn't afraid
Lola's Story Chapter Five
Chapter FiveWorking was indeed hectic. Tana and I couldn't interact often cause she was also very busy with her job.Okay... Confession. I totally envy that girl, her parents are so supportive and she even has her own place. Her parents did not even object to that in any way, read the course of her choice, her life seemed perfect, although she has her own issues. Okay that's enough about my bestie for now. Today's wahala is for Laila. I could not stop laughing when she stomped into my room. She was furious and I knew better than to open my mouth without her giving me the go ahead. Mr and Mrs Gregg were at it again, that's the only thing that makes her look so fierce, scary in fact. I gulped when she sat on my bed, still wondering if I should speak, when she finally spoke up."Your parents want me to get married." She said with an unusu
Lola's Story Chapter Six
Chapter Six **********"Do I have to?" I whined when James called me out to give Tunji a tour of the premises. I was a nervous wreck around that guy. James gave me a skeptical look, and I stood up immediately. Mr James Ololade was a man of few words, he's a strict one. His stares were enough to throw you off balance. He didn't entertain tardiness or flops of any kind, especially because the department we worked in was very delicate - any mishaps and we're done for. He had huge responsibilities in his hands, so I wouldn't blame him for being such a killjoy in spite of him being a young bachelor. "I'll be on my way sir" I walked out of my office, a little bit flustered. I was going to see him again. I took the elevator again and headed straight for the CEO's office. Still nervous,
Lola's Story Chapter Seven
Chapter SevenIt was finally Saturday! Oh what a feeling!No work, just chores.. Ugh."Wait for it... In three, two, one.... ""Tolani!!,Titilola!!" Mum screamed our names simultaneously.The countdown was me waiting for that call along with Laila. Mummy couldn't sit with the fact that we did not have anything doing, as we had finished up our chores for the morning. For the record, it is typical of Nigerian mothers to dig up house chores at the slightest hint of inactivity from her children.Trust me it's exhausting to have her around."Coming mummy!" Laila yelled pulling me along with her, down the stairs.#Sister goals, I know right!"Ehen, it's good you're here" Mom said, "I just fixed an appointment with the person who'll design your dress, she said she'll be here or if she can't make i
Lola's Story Chapter Eight
Chapter eight I'm in deep trouble... I kept chanting to myself all through the ride. The silence throughout the drive from Aunt JoJo's place down to the house was deafening. I was even scared to breathe, I'm sure Laila was in the same situation. Yes, that's how intimidating my mom is. Once in a while she would mumble things we couldn't decipher. She was really pissed. Lola see your life! I fought the urge to face palm myself cause I didn't want any death glares from my mom. Finally the petrifying ride came to an end as she drove into the huge compound. I stepped out turning to face Laila, she gave a pitiful look,at that point I knew I had to be strong. Hardly had we gotten in the living room when mom's voice thundered "Titilola!"
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