Despite All Odds: Episode 28 ********** Barbra inserted both littles fingers into her ears to block the noise around her, she needed full concentration and a quite environment to study her Bible; but the loud roars of laughter emanating from God knows where wont let her- sheve been repeating a single verse in five minutes. She glanced at the wall clock wearily, it was past five already,she had to break her fast by six. Without much ado; she stamped out of the room in order to shut the mouth of whoever was laughing. Barbra charged towards Joyces room, who else would laugh in that house if not Joyce? She fumed. Her hand froze on the door knob when she discovered the laughter was coming from the dining section. So Joyce had the guts to bring in guest and serve them food on her own dining table? - she fumed. Her anger slowly faded when she saw the laughing guests. They werent Joyces guests but her own kids. Their face wore the excitement she hadnt seen for weeks, when last did her kids smile? That was before Sasha fell ill. They spoke to each other in hushed tones only to laugh when something sounded funny. Gross! You wont believe what I have on my list. Cassandra said recovering from her laughter, she held a notebook and a pen. we aint even done yet, were definitely gonna suprise her Kenny snapped his fingers. But we need money for all these. Kola noted going through the list. I have not less than twenty thousand naira. Kenny put up his hands. thirty thousand Cassandra put her hands up. five thousand Kola covered his face to the amusement of others. We need more money, but I have an idea Cassandra noted Kenny beg your dad for some, I would take some from my daddys study.. Id explain things to him when he gets back she quickly added when the rest gave her the look. Now I know the thieves in this house. Barbra spoke up. They turned to face her, startled. Pass that book on. Barbra ordered as Kenny tried to hide the notebook. we aint thieves o Kenny said innocently giving her the book. Hmmn, so this why you wont let me pray in peace ehn? Arent you supposed to be praying too? Barbra scolded flipping the pages. The children only exchanged looks. Bag of rice, a cow...a cake with eighteen steps...A green coloured customized Ipad...a gold plated customized... Barbra read through the list. whats the meaning of this? she asked looking visibly irritated. Cassie, youre the eldest, you should lead these kids in prayers, but no! Here you are listing unimaginable things. Cassie need I remind you that your sister is offshores battling for her life? Mum were sorry to disturb you... for the last time, whats this rubbish list for? Barbra snarled. Errm... Cassnadra looked confused. were actually making arrangements for her welcome party. Kenny helped her out. her? Whos this her ? Barbra asked Sasha... should incase she comes back alive. he replied making emphasis on alive. Barbra felt weak, without a word she turned to leave. Mum...the book. Kola whined You dont need it. Kenny wheres your mother? She went out with dad to get fresh bread. Good, Cassie take them inside and lead them in prayers. Barbra instructed before going back to her room taking their precious list with her. It was your fault, Kenny pointed at Cassandra accusingly. Liar! Is it not Kola that was laughing so loud? Are you not the one that gave her the book? Cassandra defended herself. like I have much of choice? Kenny shot at her. oh shut up! she shot back. You aint gonna fight me, you dont got the ability. Kenny warned. oh you forgot your other half is off shores, so lets see how youll cope alone. the words fell out to quickly. The look on Kennys face made her regret every bit of it. Im sorry. she whispered. Im leaving. Kenny grabbed his wallet. But were breaking the fast here, your parents... Im breaking my fast in my fathers house. Kenny moved away from her grip. You wanna know why that girl is dying? Kenny paused You-her family caused it! She was treated like an outcast, you called her an oddball, a demon...and eiissh. Thanks for using her present state to mock me, sister indeed! He ran out of the house, slamming the door behind him. Cassandra lighted the stairs, tears blurring her vision. Mummy she banged the door. She threw herself at her mother as soon as the door was opened, she wept sore hugging her mother convulsively. Barbra tried not to stagger under her daughters weight, she led her into the room while listening to Kola who supplied the info ********* Kemi sat lazily on a stool in the kitchen as the helped herself to the leftover food of the night before. She loved being alone, no husband to attend to, no early morning kitchen work..she could wake up anytime she chose to, do her chores anytime she wished and eat whatever she liked- the truth was she hardly cooked, thanks to her mothers eatery. The only thing she missed about her husband was his presence, his massages and the love he showed her else... She dropped the empty plate she was eating from, feeling to lazy to walk over to sink to wash her stew stained fingers- she resolved to licking her fingers clean. Hmmm, good to be alone. she chuckled to herself as she let out a loud belch. She remained in the same position for minutes without any effort to get up, she was enjoying the whole thing, if Tunji was around hed be screaming at her to go wash herself or something. A loud knock nearly made her jump, the babies she was carrying fluttered around. cos Im startled doesnt mean you should jump too. She smacked her bulging tummy Who knows maybe your father is back, so you should reserve your movements she continued rising with difficulty. Im coming already. she shouted as the knockings continued. She silently prayed it wasnt Tunji, she wouldnt want him kicking into a hot bath tub thereby disrupting her newly found freedom. Open the door jor, Im hungry already. a familiar male voice shouted back in reply. Dapo? she whispered to herself as she unbolted the door. the last person I expected to see. she cried as she hugged her brother. Iya Ibeji Eka roo, se dada lewa? Dapo postrated mockingly. Postrate properly jare! Kemi laughed. Call Tunji to do that for you. Dapo laughed letting her take his bag. Tunji travelled o she announced. I know, I called him. Dapo noted. So to what do I owe this early morning visit? To that baby youre carrying. Dapo teased. I was given few weeks leave, wanted to go home, but decided to come over here...how about that? so nice and Im happy o...provided you wont be a pain. Kemi eyed him. Pain abi? Okay lemme start going to my fathers house. Dapo frowned. Haba nah....I was just joking o. Kemi held his hands. So what did you cook? I just ate the leftover eba I had yesternight. Oluwa mi! Kemi? You? Left over food? Dapo gaped at her bewildered. Ehn ehn! Blame it on your nieces and nephews. Kemi defended. eeyyah...sorry o, hope they are kicking properly? Dapo teased as he followed his siter to the guest room. have you heard from Sasha of recent? Kemi dropped the question Why do you ask about her? Dapo stopped surprised at the change of topic. He phone line aint going through, I need her around before next week. Kemi continued. I guess she should be fine. ehen sister mi, hope you have enough kpomo and shaki in your stew, cos thats what I feel like eating o Dapo added tactically changing the subject, the stern warning he got from his father was enough to keep his lips sealed. Kemi laughed quitely Oju kokoro that my name Dapo laughed with her. ********* do you have to prove to the world that you are arrogant and s.tupid Jide screamed at the boy who was fiddling with the TV remote. What do you want me to do now? Kenny asked eyes still fixed on the TV. Go back and apologise to them, you need to see the sorry scene you caused over there, your aunt is crying, your mum too. Jide shouted some more. Maybe you should lower your voice. I have a headache already Kenny said in a calm voice. dont you know somethings are better left unsaid? Do you have to open their already healing wounds? Jide continued their wounds is even healing? Mine is still fresh and Cassie just poured salt on it Need I remind you that Sasha is Cassies sister. Sashas my cousin I know, but more of a sister. I needed a sibling to play with cos Im an only child, and she needed a playmate as her family hated her...and yes we found solace in each other. Kenny replied placing the remote and the centre table. The only person I feel sorry for is my own self, cos you all dont care. Even her father whos with her over there is just acting up, so the world wont start shouting that his child died after he impregnated another woman...my opinion though Kenny mind your mouth. Jide scolded. Im sorry dad, lets just face the truth Kenny concluded picking up the Tv remote once more. Jide exhaled helplessly. Kenny Id be waiting in the car Im going nowhere dad. came the reply. Ken... Okay...lets go, but im not apologising to Cassie o. Kenny pulled a defeated look. We shall see about that. Jide replied. Episode 29 @6am tomorrow morning.
Posted on: Tue, 29 Jul 2014 19:33:58 +0000
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