The whole place became crowded as a lot of people lined up to receive their own share of the items Alex had brought home. "My daughter, God will bless you. You will have more children and find peace in your home," the women prayed as they gathered around her. She smiled as she wiped the sweat off her brows. She was feeling exhausted as the distribution job has been strenuous. "Thank you my mothers. But the truth is that, my father in-law has sent these things over to you. So you should also direct your blessings to him," she said and they all began to murmur in surprise. "Really? Mateo sent these items to us?" They asked in surprise and she nodded. "You must have really changed that man a lot," they commended and she laughed. The women began to sing her praises and she began to dance to the local drum band which was present. "Alex, we need to capture this moment on camera! The world needs to know what you are doing," Bisi shouted as they all danced . "No..no.. no..when yo
As she walked into the house, she was welcomed by the maids who were all waiting eagerly for her. "Who missed me?" She asked as she dropped her bag on the couch. "Everyone!" Bose exclaimed and they all laughed. "Is Adrian home?" She asked as she moved towards the kitchen. "No, he traveled," Vivian replied. She stopped for a moment and turned to look at the women. She had seen him earlier today and how come he left without informing her? She thought. "Hmm..I..I never knew," she stammered. "One of the guards told us so," Mary said. "He could have just let me sleep over at the Cocoa farm," she lamented. "Really? You sound angry" Sara put in. "She's missing him already," Vivian teased and they all laughed. "It's not funny!" She fumed as she pouted her face like a kid and they all laughed again. ** She hurried down the stairs as she heard the noises coming from the living room. "Father in-law," she cried with excitement as she rushed over to meet him. "Daughter," he called w
She stood in front of the building watching as the cars stopped in front of her. She was donned beautifully in a white maxi dress and white slippers, with a small sling purse hung on her shoulders. A smile appeared on her face as she saw her father in-law stepping out of the car. He was dressed casually in a black short sleeve dress and blue jeans trousers with a face cap over his head. He took off his sunglasses as he walked towards her with the aid of his walking stick. "Hey, are you prepared?" He asked and she nodded. "Is Adrian out already?" He asked again. "Yes, he left for work this morning," she replied. "You took permission from him, didn't you?" He asked and she nodded with a smile. "Shall we?" He asked and she nodded as she clung her hand into his and they both stepped into the car. ** He sat on the black lounge chair in the office, sipping his wine slowly. As he scrolled through the internet that afternoon, he could see videos of his wife and his father taking a to
She laid on the couch tiredly as she thought about everything that happened at the Steel Mansion. Was Adrian right about his father? She thought. He had driven out angrily without her and she wondered why he was so mad. She was the one to be mad, and not him, she thought. What if Mateo Steel was actually using her for his own selfish interest? She reasoned. Well, that's not supposed to be her concern, she thought. Just then, she heard his footsteps approaching the living room and she stood up immediately. Was he going to deal with her tonight? She thought as she saw his exasperated face appear in front of her. He stood for a moment as he watched her with his heart racing. All he could think of was to shove her against the couch, deal with her mercilessly and send her out of his home tonight. But he wasn't going to do that. No way he would make himself a monster because of this peasant, he thought. He thought about his father. Sending her away from his home might escalate the war
She sat before the mirror, applying lotion on her brown smooth skin. Today was the D day and she was feeling so nervous about attending the party with Adrian. He hasn’t spoken a word since the day he informed her about the party and she wondered how she would attend the party without a proper outfit. Just then, a knock came on the door. “Hold on,” she said as she hurried to the door, with her body wrapped in a white towel. She opened the door and saw Bose and Sara standing in front of her room with excitement on their faces. “What?” She asked curiously. “You won’t believe it! The fashion goddess is here in our house, and she made your dress!” Sara exclaimed with excitement. “What.. what fashion goddess?” She asked in surprise. “Queen Saphira of Saphire’s Atelier is downstairs with your dress!” Bose spilled. “What! You mean the fashion goddess made my dress?!” She screamed in excitement. “Yes! And she is here with one of the best makeover artists here in the city. Alex, you’re
The clattering of glasses and voices was heard as they all settled at a table. “It’s such a beautiful night,” Usman remarked as he took a sip from his glass of wine. Alex smiled as she looked around the whole place which was filled with so much Glamour. She took a glance at Adrian and she could see him typing a few words on his phone. A frown appeared on her face as she saw Susan taking her seat at the middle of the table. Their eyes met and she could see the smirk on Susan’s mocking face. She wondered who this lady was and why she had taken interest in her. Not long, a fair slender lady in white dress walked towards the table with a young handsome man dressed in a royal blue suit and bowtie. “Look who we have here,” the girl said with a smile as she walked towards Adrian who was still busy with his phone. He raised his eyes to look at her face. “Adrian,” she called with a smile but he didn’t smile back. “Hey Sharon, what took you guys so long?” Susan asked as she stood up
As she walked along the crowd at the poolside, she could see the Thompsons standing at a distance with a couple. “Excuse me,” she said as she tried to walk past the few people standing in her way. She could see a few eyes staring at her but she paid little or no attention as she walked past them. She didn’t care what they’ll say about her. Not like she does see them everyday, she said to herself as she tried to walk towards the Thompsons. “Alex!” She heard a female voice call beside her. She turned and saw Sharon standing before the pool, holding a glass of wine. She stopped for a moment and frowned. She felt like ignoring her but it wouldn't be a bad idea to hear what she has to say, she reasoned. She walked towards her slowly and they both stood before the pool. “What is it?” She asked in a rather high tone as she stood before her. “Alex, Susan and I are sorry,” she said in a somber voice. She kept silent as she looked at the slim fair lady before her. Was she really sorry?
They walked into the house slowly and they could see the maids lined up in the living room as they stared at Alex’s face anxiously. “Take her upstairs and prepare a warm bath for her,” he ordered and they all nodded immediately. They took hold of her hands and she followed them up the stairs slowly. He heaved a sigh and sat on the couch as he watched them leave. Just then, his phone rang and he saw his father on the caller ID. “Son, what’s this I'm seeing all over the internet? Alex fell into a pool?” Mateo’s anxious voice sounded from the phone. “Yeah, I don't know how she got in there,” he said grumpily. “I’m glad you came through for her. I was proud to see you become her hero tonight. It seems you are about to reveal the other side of you to her,'' he said. Silence fell in and he heaved a sigh. “Father, I’m tired and I need to go to bed,” he lamented. “No, you’re gonna stay beside Alex for tonight. She needs you beside her,” he said. “What! Saving her isn’t enough, you