Despite All Odds: Episode 32 ************ Mummy...mummy the continuous banging on door made Babra want to strangle who ever was at her bedroom door. The little girl fell into the room as Barbra snatch the door open. Mummy I want The girl struggled to her feet not minding the bruises on her knees and elbow. Your ice cream is in the fridge, ask Cassie to get it for you. Barbra snapped. No mummy! the girl shook her head vehemently. Cant you see Im feeding your brother? Barbra asked frustrated as Kolas cries filtered into her ears. I want...mummy... the girls eyes filled with tears. I dont know why my own children are frustrating me...am I the first to have kids? Barbra murmured angrily as she pulled the girl down the stairs with her. Here you are! Ice-cream it is! No more disturbances okay? Now run off! Barbra ordered. The little girl collected the little container, speeding off her fast as her legs could carry her. Auntie... she wept as she ran into Kemis room. A...who touched my baby sister? Kemi asked pulling the littke girl to herself. Auntie...I want the little girl gave the ice-cream to her. I should open it for you? Kemi asked trying her best to comprehnd what the little girl was saying. No...auntie I want! the girl sobbed some more. You want what? The little girl pointed at the door. Letting out a sigh, Kemi closed her books. Oya lets go, so youll show me what you want. The little girl led Kemi to her room, Auntie...I want...see... she pointed to the ceiling fan. There and then, Kemi saw it; it was a little colourful bird which might have found its way in through the open windows. Auntie...I want... the girl tugged Kemi who was lost admiring the bird. Its very beautiful, and you want me to catch it for you? Kemi asked and girl nodded. But Im not tall now...Kemi complained. Auntie nao...I waaant. Okay then lets try Kemi placed a stool on the bed, lighting it she swooped at the bird. The bird squeaked and found its way through the window. Kemi got down to console her sister who was already weeping silently. Im sorry.. Auntie ...I want... she continued to sob. I promise to buy one for you. Kemi assured. The little girl stopped crying, her eyes searching Kemis face. See...that bird left cos it doesnt belong to you, when I buy one for you, itll be yours forever. Kemi assured once. Thank you auntie.. the little girl hugged Kemi gratefully though Kemi never fulfilled her promise. +++++++++++: But how come you remember all these? Tunji asked looking bewildered. Nobody ever forgets evil memories. Sasha smiled sadly. You should let go! Tunji took her hands in his. Im not holding grudges against anyone. Sasha frowned. Its all clear...baby girl just let all those hard feeling go. Whatever evil your parents and siblings did; whatever good thing Kemi did, shouldnt matter now. Its all past. Tunji tried again. Sasha bit her lower lip, that man thought it was all easy to forget all those forever vivid memories. Not afterall she went through, not after all the endless nights of weepings. She had tried her possible to stay away from them, that frustration led her to the hospital bed in a different country. She was very sure if she goes back home, she would end up in... Maybe you should plead with my father, to let me go to Lagos straight from here. Tunji didnt reply, he was flipping through his Bible pages. He needed some scriptures as a back up to soften her heart. He was tired of the false life his in-laws were living. Putting up the picture of a happy family in public and eating up each others heads in their closet. Who would think his father in-law who was so religious would stoop so low to bring a strange woman into his home, or rather his mother-in- law who looked like shes always doting on her kids. Or was it Sasha who ran back home to save her parents marriage? A family she still held so much spite for? *********** Barbra took a few steps back, so she could have a full view of the room, its new look was beautiful enough to welcome a new bride. Was it the Kingsized bed or the wardrobe and dresser, the beautiful flower vase or the soft curtains. Sheve spent alot, thanks to her sisters contributions. The dresser was filled with body cream, perfumes, lotions, cleansers of different shapes and sizes, everything a young girl would need. The shame she felt was unestimable when she discovered her daughters still using petroleum jelly, using cheap perfume, and using olive oil for her hair. Or was it when she went through Sashas clothes and shoes? She had to change everything. But then, she wasnt sure if the girl would appreciate her efforts. Each time she tried to imagine how she would welcome her daughter; fear grips her heart, the fear of rejection. Her daughter would be with her in less than 16 hours, after all the preparations, shes still nursing the fear. Whatever is going to be would surely be, all she got to do is hold on patiently. Her tensed up muscles relaxed as she tried to console herself that her family would be happy once more. Happy? Something was still missing. Joyce is still in her home! The woman isnt back from wherever she went for two days, and she secretly wish shed never come back. Barbra waved the issue of her mind, resuming her thougts about Sasha. My baby...Id be the best mum I can be...I promise. she smiled at the empty room. *********** my beloved PH. City hasnt changed a bit. Sasha noted looking out of the window. Youre just absent for a few weeks, you shouldnt expect a change. Williams replied. Yea... sasha smiled. Williams smiled too, he was enjoying every bit of her conversation. This was the Sasha he never knew, hes yet to know why she became so nice overnight, or was it the thought of coming back home? And that knowing look she and Tunji exchanged from time to time; something is up. Uncle Tee Jay...thats my school... Sasha pointed out. Before I was bundled the Lagos! the words came out swiftly beyond her control. I mean... she looked sober. The look Tunji gave her just made her melt, or was it the guilty look on her fathers face. Tunji let out a sigh, the girl wasnt prepared to let go. He looked away, as she shifted closer to him. Sorry. she whispered. His lips curved into a smile...Sasha using the word sorry? Unbelievable. Just a few metres drive and you would be home again. Tunji took her hands as the driver turned the Car into the street where The Williams reside. Sasha tightened her grip on Tunjis fingers, her heart beat soared. Just a few seconds and shell be facing them? Her family? How would they welcome her? Would her mother snob or hug her? Would Kola run to hug her? What about cassie? Would Kenny be there too? Or has he forgotten her? Would...? The gate waved at them as he opened the gate, she waved back with trembling hands. Her throat was dry, her eyes moist and her heart threatening to jump out of her chest. Tunji squeezed her fingers, giving her an assuring look. Yes, Sasha tried to assure herself, everything would just work out fine. If her family rejects her this time around Kenny would never reject her, and if he does; Kemi and her husband wont, her newly found faith in God wont fail her. Welcome back home Dada mi... Williams cooed as the car came to a halt. Sasha swallowed as she watched her them alight, her buttocks was still glued to the car seat. Madam oya bo sita jare...that car looks comfy, but I tell you your room would be much more comfortable. Tunji teased. Williams laughed but Sasha didnt, instead she pursed her lips into a thin line. Her feet trembled as she made to get down. dont worry Sassy...be strong. she gripped her dress. Sasha! Ekaabooo... Her ears pricked, her head jerked to the direction of the voice. She was too scared to look at who own the voice, the giggling sounds shows it was not just one person. She turned to see her family rushing to meet her, faces lit with smiles. Whos gonna get your first hug? Tunji whispered. Whom do you think deserves it? she whispered back. Make your choice. Tunji laughed. Sasha scanned their faces as they approached her, the joy on their faces was unmeasurable. She made her choice, her Mother. She took a deep breathe and ran to meet her mother half-way. Barbra held unto her tight, they both trembled. Welcome back...I missed you. Barbra sniffed. I love you momma. Sasha whispered, tears stinging her eyelids as she buried her face in her mothers neck. Episode 32 @5pm
Posted on: Wed, 30 Jul 2014 14:13:43 +0000
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