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

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

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 why are you staying behind. Will you come on walk osisor!"Lydia growled at Amarachi who looked so pale.Amarachi used a part of her dress to dab her eyes, trying to restrain the fat tears that won't stop flowing."Mama this girl isn't walking fast o. We have to go meet Mrs Justice quickly and explain to her Amarachi!"Ogechi chirped in as she eyed a distressed Amara.Amarachi couldn't hear their taunts, everything felt non-existent to her. She was lost in her own world of sorrow and anguish.Her eyes were swollen from crying and her eyebags could be clearly seen.She dragged her feet as they all walked to Mrs Justice's house.Lydia hissed loudly and went over to Amarachi, roughly pulling her to the front."Idiot! Instead of you to quicken your pace you are slowing us down. I dont blame you. You just foolishly ruined the fabric. Useless orphan!"Lydia scoffed.Ama

AMARACHI       Jordan must have sensed my apprehension which was why he slowly stopped and let go of my wrists."I'm sorry Amarachi. I didn't mean to scare you like that"he said.I glared at him and turned to go without saying a word but he pulled my wrist back again.God!What does he want!?"Amarachi atleast give me a chance to explain please. Who the fuck told you I have a fiancee?""A dark tall girl. I thought she was your sister when i came the last time with aunty Lydia and ogechi"i replied without glancing at his face."Damn! Nicole"He suddenly yelled out which startled me."It doesn't matter anyways Jordan. I got to know the truth before i became so deeply into you. But what i don't appreciate is the fact that you played with my emotions when you already had someone else. I didn't expect it from someone lik