Dr. Lulu and two other nurses went into the solitary room but no one was there.
"Yaa Kareem! She must have escaped!!"
Looking through the window, she saw her running into the main road.
Hajia Zainab didn't even know how to drive a car. She beat up a man making call in his car and threw him out. She drove away saying she's going to all around Nigeria to find her daughter. Dr. Lulu immediate followed her but my mum was so fast. Dr. Lulu called the police and informed them to track her down, it was a stolen car. Soon, she hit the car to a lorry parked at the corner of the road.
She was bleeding on het forehead but she was still conscious. Dr. Lulu immediately took her out of the car but she started throwing stones and sands on everybody. The ambula
A Week Later...For a while, she has been seeing me in her dreams, prayering for her good health, well being and her fruitlfulness.Hajia maryam became sick with guilt and her conscience wasn't clear. She kept on crying and couldn't stop feeling guilty about sending me out. One day,as she was cooking dinner, her vision suddenly clouded as she held her head in pain. Everything around her spinned as her vision became blurry, she fell down and fainted.Alhaji Akereke was just entering from office when he decided to check on her (even though they were still mad at each other.) He was shocked to see her lying on the floor and quickly rushed her to the hospital.***Later in the hospital, In t
Abuja,8:30 a.m.When Zainab entered. She called me into her room."I want to advice you as a sister and a friend. Stay away from that doctor, He didn't deserve anything from you, not even a portion of your friendship."I sat beside her master-sized bed. It was as if she was preparing to go out for another blind-date or something."The way you guys acted today, I think you're somehow destined to meet. I mean... He felt really sad and he really wants to be friend with you."She let out a laughter and hissed."Excuse me.. but, what are you saying Aisha?""For goodness sake
***Hajia Maryam and her husband decided to visit to Lagos. They only met Ibro and Danlami at home. Dad went to visit mum in the hospital, It haven't been easy for everyone.Ibrahim first heard the horn of their jeep. Thinking it was dad, he rushed to open the gate. It was more than welcoming to see the Akerele's in our compound. Like expecting rain in dry season and it actually rained."Finally, the Akerele's are here meaning they came with Aisha." He thought within himself as his eyes caught their red jeep. "Aisha is here meaning mum would regain consciousness. Alhamdulillah!"Ibrahim called Danlami as they both rushed to welcome them. They bought lots of foodstuffs and cloths."Assalam Alai
***"It's so unbelievable. Did he tell his mother what happened? Why would he do this to me?..." I thought."Doctor Abdullah?""Yes, I'm his mother. He sent me your picture about a month ago so you see... I know you well... I mean, you would be surprised how much I know about you, darling." She swiped the screen of her phone and showed me the picture he sent. I looked so confused, letting in the wrong person."I suggested he propose to you but you rejected him. Why? Aren't you close enough to trust him yet? Why are you avoiding him, what about your treatments?""No, no... It's not like that ma... I mean..."She moved closer.
**In Lagos...One Morning, Mum and Dr. Lulu had a sincere hearty talk."Why do I have to be the only one feeling that I'm left behind, thrown away. I feel I'm thrown in a bust-bin like a dirt by the people I call my family. The family I built with my hands.""I'm sorry ma, I know it's not your fault.""Please, doctor. Do me this favour... Don't lie to comfort me. Help me find the truth and find my daughter. Even if my family lies, pretends and stabs me at the back, please tell me the truth, Okay?""Okay, ma." Dr. Lulu replied, not sure if she can meet her expectations. She gulped in her own saliva and nodded her head in ag
***In AbujaAt the doctor's house...After watching a Nollywood movie, I felt a lump in my throat as I was thirsty. I decided to check in kitchen, I think hajia Amina was busy with something in her room. Just then, my eyes caught the dirty plates lying in the sink. I decided do the dishes when Hajia Amina walked in."Our wife... What are you doing?"My whole body shivered as she said our wife. It's clear that she surely wants me for her son. Uhhh?..."I'm washing the plate-""No no no oo... Stop... s...top stoop! Ahhh!! How can you wash plates? Don't you know you're in the late stage of pregnancy. How many times did I tell you
***A while later, She left us both and asked Abdul to take me home. I felt goosebumps crawling on my skin as my heart started beating harder, but I tried as much as possible to control my breath."And please, be romantic, okay?" She added as he took me to his car.I waved her goodbye and we left their compound.We listened to Al-qunut till we entered Zainab's extra-large compound."Ummm... Aren't you leaving?""Can't I sleep over?""No you can't." I burst out laughing."We are going to live together when we get m
***In a while, Dr. Abdullah and. Mallam dogo, hajia Amina's personal driver entered. They rushed to me first, I and zainab of were lying powerless on the floor, unable to move. I was still breathing, Zainab wasn't."Help...zainab first." I mumbled.He held my arms and helped me up."I promised to take away your sorrows remember?"He took me into his car while his driver carried zainab. In no time, we reached the hospital and were both attended to right away. We were taken to different wards.I was given an injection to reduce the pain and help me relax.About
***"Okay. So, when I got there, she said she was tired of staying indoor all day. You know, deens has no one here and she's always busy on her phone so I suggested we take a stroll outside the hotel. That was when she started.""She started what?""She psyche up when I told her I can't hold hands with her in public. She thought I had someone else and got pissed up for no reason.""That your girl sef! Her own too much.""Yeah. So, I bought a rose with a ring in it. I wasn't sure if it would work but I tried and… Madinah rejected it.""Why?""She said that I was dating the shopkeeper and ran back to her room, breaking everything her hand could touch.""Uh! I wonder what is going on with that Madinah sef. I thought she said she was getting better…""Nothing is wrong with Madinah,
***They jerked to its vibration. Zayd's heart felt as if it suddenly dropped as he picked his phone. It was Zaytoon."Excuse me please," He told Madinah and picked the call, taking few steps away from her."It's almost dark, aren't you coming home?!" I started."I'll be on my way dummy! Hajia, You can't even salama!" He replied and hissed at the same time I did. "Don't bother making dinner for me, okay?""Whatever Mr. Lover-boy! As if I care!" I finally cut the call.After the call, an awkward silence remained between them. Zayd remembered what he was doing before the call.'How stupid could I be!' He smirked, nibbling his lower lip, anxiously."So you're no longer angry at me, are you?"Zayd broke the face-stuffing silence that was killing them both."Not at all..." A s
It was a cool afternoon. One of those days that early afternoons would grow enough to look like late evenings -The time when one could mistake Thursday to be a Saturday...Madinah and Zayd decided to go for a simple stroll outside the hotel, under the warm sun, side by side, the way lovers usually do. The yellow sun hide under the thick clouds as if it was shy about their little romance. Of course, there's nothing as beautiful as roaming the streets of Lagos with someone you truly love so much... You'll end up rather impressed than disappointed.Madinah wore a tight black leggings and a long, purple, indian-gown with a black pashmina that fits her well. She hanged her long-armed, purple purse and wore a shiny, black sneakers to match the outfit. Zayd on his own was wearing a casual, white polo shirt and a black jean. This outing was what Madinah needs at least, to Zayd. He stared at her from time to time, admiring how gorgeous she looked even withou
"How is he doctor?!" Madinah rushed to the doctor in charge of Zayd."Calm down young lady, he's alright now. Thank God the wound wasn't beyond his tissues and didn't lot slot of blood. Well, You can now see him.""Thank you doctor. I'm so grateful Zayd is alive!" She smiled."Thank God. We'll be discharging him later in the evening because he needs a lot of rest." He said and left for his office while Madinah went to Zayd's word.Zayd was sleeping when she entered and bandaged at the side of his back. A short nurse that was giving him a drip signalled her to sit and quietly left.Madinah sat on a red plastic chair facing where Zayd was lying. She stared at his weak face and held his hands tenderly.Tears gathered her eyes at she watched him breath slowly. It's all my fault. It's my fault you have you go through these. She weep silently.***
A Month later...I was watching an interview of the president Muhammadu Buhari on National Television Authority (NTA). It was an interesting Saturday program that I really loved. Grandmother was in her room having her usual afternoon nap when Zayd ran out of his room. I came rushing out after him with great enthusiasm."Zayd! What happened?! Any problem?!""No o, not at all." He said sweating pefusely.Tears gathered in his eyes and he was rubbing his head confusedly. It's so strange of him, I couldn't figure it out."But why are you acting this way?""I had a nightmare! I'm scared, Zay! Dynah was going to die. I felt her breath slowly leaving her body, it was so real...""Calm down Zayd. Why are you acting like a baby. It's just a dream, nothing more, please come inside." I pleaded."No... I can't. How would I
"Excuse me, please." She smiled at his face and answered the call."Assalam Alaikum, Jazid!""Yes, I got here minutes ago... It's just so hot here like hell.I miss you too. Don't worry... I'll be back in three months time. I just had to visit Nigeria, At least once before I die.I'm with one of my friend... Just family friends you know?"Okay bye, I'll chat with you later."She smiled and tapped the end call space on her phone.***Zayd's P. O. VWait... Who was that? Jazid. Was he her boyfriend? Why would she refer me as just one of her family friends? How long have she known him? How close are they?"Zayd!" Madinah called."Zayd! Zayd!!" She gently tapped his hand. He went silent as if he was off minded. She must have noticed since his bright smile
3 Days Later..."So you're going to meet Madinah today?""Yes..." His eyes immediately turns to me, looking kind of teary. "I can't help but to feel nervous.""Huh-huh... My twin brother is in love." I joked.He replied with a silly look."So, have you called her yet?""No, just email.""So how would you two meet? I mean how would you understand each other?...""Don't worry, Zay. I'll call her when she gets here."I couldn't help but to smile... Since our parents passed away, it's been so difficult to see so much joy and happiness in Zayd's smile. He looks so cute with it. I stared at him lovingly. He seemed so happy."You seem so happy, bro?""Yes, of course... I'm so happy, I'll finally meet the love of my life today. It also seems she has friends in Nigeria."
3 Days Later..."So you're going to meet Madinah today?""Yes..." His eyes immediately turns to me, looking kind of teary. "I can't help but to feel nervous.""Huh-huh... My twin brother is in love." I joked.He replied with a silly look."So, have you called her yet?""No, just email.""So how would you two meet? I mean how would you understand each other?...""Don't worry, Zay. I'll call her when she gets here."I couldn't help but to smile... Since our parents passed away, it's been so difficult to see so much joy and happiness in Zayd's smile. He looks so cute with it. I stared at him lovingly. He seemed so happy."You seem so happy, bro?""Yes, of course... I'm so happy, I'll finally meet the love of my life today. It also seems she has friends in Nigeria."
"May I have your order, please?" The waiter ordered."Shall we order?" Zayd asked her staring at her beautiful pearl-like face and doe-like eyes. It was as if he was having dinner with the moon."Yes, sure." She let out a soft smile, exposing her cute dimpled cheek.She collected the food menu from the waiter and ordered what she would like.Zayd couldn't help but to keep staring at her mesmerising beauty."What should I ask you first?" He smirked, still staring into her eyes. There is so much I'm curious about."Me too... It's nice seeing you, I was only 5 then... about 15 years now, right?""Yes... It is. What about studies? What did you study?"Studies is fine... I'm through with my degree. I studied business administration and I'll be taking over dad's company after him. What about you?"