Previously on D-Siders … Jayden had finally managed to secure a loan. Ntobeko told Blessing about his wife and child. The day had been a bit rough for Jayden. He’d been to over six jewellery stores, searching for the perfect diamond ring for Lindiwe. All the rings that he’d seen were either too pricey or too plain and boring. He wanted a simple wedding ring that would last forever, and that Lindiwe would be able to wear proudly. He stood behind a young couple at a classy jewellery store just outside of the city. They were cheerful, flirting and picking out a ring for the bride-to-be. The jeweller seemed to know the couple well. “These rings are all R55 000 each guys,” the jeweller told them. “They’re excellent value, trust me.” Without flinching, the groom took out his suede leather wallet and bought it. They were so in love. As Jayden watched the rich young couple kiss and fondle in front of everyone, another sales lady approached him. “Can I help you, sir?” “Hi, I’m looking for a nice simple ring that won’t fade,” Jayden said softly. He didn’t want the young couple to hear him. “Just a nice white-gold ring, with small diamonds please – nothing too expensive, I’m afraid.” “I have just the ring for you, sir, please follow me,” she asked, leading Jayden towards the counter where the young couple stood. She bent down and grabbed a precious 18 carat silver ring. There were small sparkling diamonds all over it. She handed it to Jayden. “This is pure silver, sir, it’s just as exquisite as white gold and you’re in luck – we have a discount on it. It’s going for just R17 500, isn’t that great?” The young couple stared at Jayden with the excitement of nearlyweds. They smiled at him as if they were also sales representative at the store. He wanted to smile. He wanted to please them, be the same as them. Why? “It’s beautiful, I’ll take it,” Jayden said to the sales lady. He forced a smile. “Great stuff, I’ll ring it up for you. Can I get your credit card please, sir?.” “Well done,” the couple enthused. “We can tell you’re really in love with your wife-to-be.” Jayden forced an unconvincing laugh. “Yep! He he. Yes, I am.” His voice had a tinge of frustration. “She’s a great lady.” The sales lady wrapped it up and handed Jayden his ring. Jayden accepted it and gave her his debit card. He felt like crying. Meanwhile … Ntobeko had parked his car in Blessing’s driveway that afternoon. He was still in his car, thinking of how to tackle this impossible situation. As enthusiastic as he was about pleading his case to Blessing, it seemed like his luck had finally ran out. The entire ordeal had been such an emotional rollercoaster, he thought. We were getting along so well with our new business venture. How could things turn around so quickly? I shouldn’t have told her about my divorce! Ntobeko thought, stepping out of his hired car. He walked up to Blessing’s front door and knocked. He felt like a sneak, an imposter, a nun in a brothel. He knew he shouldn’t be there. He knocked again. “I know you’re in there Bless, please open up, please dear.” Still no answer. Ntobeko wasn’t going anywhere. He peeked through the windows, noticing that the TV was on. “I know you’re in there, I can see the T…” Then suddenly the door opened. It was her nephew Teko, carrying a small envelope. “Hi Teko, buddy,” Ntobeko said to him with a warm smile. “Is Blessing around?” “Yes she is, but she doesn’t want to see you,” Teko said in a firm voice. “Please respect that.” The words cut Ntobeko like a blade. “Please tell her I’ve just come to say ‘hi’. I won’t take up much of her time. I’ve come to greet, that’s it.” Teko appeared hesitant, seemed to listen for a soft voice somewhere in the house. Ntobeko immediately picked up that Blessing was giving him instructions, from behind the door. “No, Bra Ntobeko,” Teko repeated. “Aunt Blessing won’t see you, she’s busy.” He handed him the envelope. “This is your share of the fragrances money.” “No it’s fine, your aunt can keep it. That’s for her son,” Ntobeko responded, raising his voice. “Please do me a favour and tell Blessing that I’ll return and drop off more stock of the fragrances, later this week. It’s all for her, I don’t want any share or profit from it. Please tell your aunt that I love her dearly and that I’m an open book. She can ask of me whatever she wants. In fact we can go to Port Elizabeth together if she wants – I’m an open book now, no more secrets.” “Okay, I’ll tell her.” “And then finally son; please tell her that she’s my life. And that I’ll always love her.” Blessing stepped forward, revealing herself. “I’ve heard that before Ntobeko. Please don’t bring any perfumes here. It’s over, and I’ll call the police if you trespass on my property again! You’re not welcome here.” All Ntobeko could think about was how beautiful she looked. “You’re angry now, Blessing. I’ll give you a couple of days …” “I’m not angry, Ntobeko, I’m fed up. End of conversation. Goodbye!” She slammed the door hard. It’s okay. I’ll give her a couple of days to cool off, Ntobeko assured himself as he walked back to his car. Coming up soon: Will Jaden have enough money to go through with the wedding? Is this truly the end of the road for Ntobeko and Blessing?
Posted on: Wed, 28 Aug 2013 08:50:45 +0000
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