AMARACHI
"Yes I want to snatch your husband away from you Rebecca!"I added.
"What will you do about it?"I furrowed my brows at her.Becca stared at me with her parted lips and placed her hands on her chest.
"My own husband amarachi?"she mouthed."Everytime Amara is a husband snatcher, Amara is this, Amara is that"I mimicked her tone as a smirk curved on the side of my lips.
"I'll snatch your husband away from you since that is what you want Rebecca and you won't be able to do a thing about it"I threatened.
"Amara!"Rebecca screamed at me as she immediately tried to slap me but I held her hand in mid air.
I gave Becca a menacing look and pushed her away."I have endured all these your rubbish for too long Rebecca. Don't ever in your life try to raise these your filthy hands at me if not I'll make sure I design your facOgechi gasped whilst using her hand to cover her mouth. She looked at her mum intently with her mouth agape.It felt as if the air had been sucked away from Ogechi's lungs. She sat transfixed for a moment, staring at her mother."Mama why now?"Ogechi cried out.Lydia's eyebrow drew to a worried look. She gave Ogechi an angry glare."What do you mean "why"?" Lydia asked, anger laced in her tone.Ogechi crumbled in tears."You shouldn't have done that now. Nne...she was my grandmother too. She wasn't only Amarachi's grandmother. I still loved her. Besides Amarachi is my cousin. Nne loved her more than me and I accepted it. I wasn't bothered. Mama you shouldn't have done that now" Ogechi cried out in a loud wailing. Lydia quickly used her hands to cover Ogechi's mouth which made Ogechi released muffled screams as she tried to free herself from her mother's grip."Are you crazy!? Do you want ever
AMARACHI I stared at kaima with utmost shock. My lips were parted and I couldn't believe what he said."Are you really serious?"I asked astonished by his gift.He nodded his head with a hearty smile on his face. "Kaima this is too much...ummm...why..how..why..You actually bought this for me?"I stuttered unable to bring out the words from my mouth.He laughed and leaned closer, grasping my free hand."Yes i did buy it for you and it's not too much. I'll do more for you Amarachi"I gazed into his eyes and hugged him immediately. I was even shocked by my own actions but he got me a phone so I guess he deserves the hug."Thank you kaima. You are so nice to me. Thank you so much"I was so grateful to him for everything he had done."It's nothing amara"he said with a shrug of shoulders.
Francis turned on his bed and yawned lazily as he slept soundly. He could hear far distant echoes of someone murmuring which disturbed his slumber. His eyes fluttered open and his gaze landed on Lydia who was deeply lost in her thoughts. He was surprised to see her still awake and he noticed she looked so agitated as she was murmuring some incoherent words whilst shaking her head rigorously. It didn't seem like she noticed he was awake."You are still awake?"Francis asked puzzled which cut through Lydia's soliloquy."Yes I'm awake!"Lydia snapped back which startled Francis."I'm awake. While you are busy snoring and sleeping, I am here thinking of our daughter"Francis rolled his eyes and lazily sat up straight, facing Lydia."What did Ogechi do this time?is she pregnant?"Lydia shot him a baleful glare,"Francis are you alright?""Well you
AMARACHI I tilted my head backwards. This felt so good and my body was actually responding to his touch.Jordan's body was so pressed on to mine as his lips began travelling to my jawline until they brushed against my lips.A soft brush that made my toes curl and sent butterflies to my stomach."Should i go on?"Jordan breathed against my ear.I didn't even know how to respond. It felt like the air had been sucked from my lungs. My breathe was caught in my throat as he whispered once more in my ear."My whole body is burning with need for you Amarachi" The moment he said that, i let out a gasp. I felt so weak in the knees and I was feeling so aroused by his words.Did he mean sex?I couldn't think of having sex, not now. I didn't want it. I don't know why i felt so scared even though i was
AMARACHII walked towards aunty Lydia's shop carrying a sack bag of heavy fabrics and linens. She rushed early to her shop today, giving me peace at home.I hadn't even set my eyes on ogechi ever since i woke up this morning. What could mother and daughter be brewing up?"Nonso"i called as I waved at him, spotting him in a nearby shop.He turned around and a broad smile formed on his lips immediately he sited me."Nonso kedi(how are you)?"I asked as I approached him."I am fine o Amara. What about you?"Nonso replied cheerfully.I nodded my head at him"I'm very ok. Longest time o".Nonso gave a quiet laugh and examined my appearance.He pulled his brows together and his eyes widened "You look so different Amara. Why are you so happy?"I chortled at his word and my brows began to furrow."I've always looked like this
AMARACHI I watched Nonso carefully. I could tell he felt very uncomfortable being here with Jordan.Jordan on the other hand seemed really happy to meet Nonso. "Hold on for a second. I just prepared some pastries. Let me get it for you two"Jordan said before heading towards the kitchen."Nonso he is nice right?"I asked snapping Nonso out of what ever reverie he was experiencing.Nonso glanced at me and gave me a small smile.I exhaled and wiggled my nose teasingly at Nonso. "Calm down ok. Jordan is nice. I promise you will enjoy his company"As if on cue, Jordan stepped outside with a tray containing what looked like biscuits.What are these?"I baked cookies. Serve yourself ok. Cynthia is preparing a tasty dish. Take this as an appetizer"Jordan said smiling.I glanced at Nonso. Was that a
JORDANAmara. Amara. Amara.God!She is the only one on my mind. What is this girl doing to me?I never actually imagined i would fall so hard for a girl.What exactly is attracting me to her?Could it be her beautiful face and that lovely smile that makes me never want to see her cry?Could it be her humble attitude and the fact that she is hardworking?I chuckled to myself.I was going crazy for her. I just want the best for her. Looking at her, I can see clear evidence that she is suffering even though she acts like everything is fine.Ever since i witnessed her aunty almost beating her to death and the way Ogechi insulted her when we went out, I knew she wasn't happy in that house.I can only imagine what she goes through everyday. Just the thought of her being mistreated made me clench my fist.Suddenly i heard a honk outside which
"Amara you are awake"Lydia said as she stopped her discussion with ogechi and faced Amara who sluggishly walked into the parlour with a broom.Amarachi nodded her head and yawned lazily."Goodmorning aunty"she greeted before bending down to sweep but was stopped by Lydia."Start from the kitchen. It's very dusty and sandy"Lydia suggested.Amarachi sighed heavily and went towards the kitchen.Ogechi hissed and pinched her mother"Why can't she start sweeping from here?"Lydia snorted."Because i want to tell you that this morning is the D-day. Watch and see the drama that will unfold at Mrs Justice's place" Ogechi drew in her breathe suddenly "We are going there today?""Ofcourse. Just watch and see how things will turn out in your favour"* * * * * * * * * *