It was the day of the traditional wedding. Everyone was already up at four AM in the morning. They had their traditional clothes on. They were all ready to welcome the new family member Clive had brought for them. There was a buzz of excitement in the air, as everyone prepared for the day ahead. Bethany had called the women and men of the neighborhood to help her everything. Even though Clive said he didn't want something big since there was a lot of people who were there to help it meant that it would be quite a huge turn out. The women were busy cooking, while the men were getting everything ready for the ceremony. Clive stood in the corner, his heart pounding with anticipation. He couldn't believe that this day was finally here.Clive's bride-to-be, was getting ready in a separate room. His hands were shaking with nerves, but he knew that this was the right decision. He had fallen in love with Clive and he knew that this was the life he wanted. He took a deep breath
When the guests finally left and Bethany went to retire to bed Kenneth's mischievous smile came to play. "I wasn't joking you know. Now let's actually party like the young people we are. There's a club I know nearby. Let's go celebrate there." "A club?" David asked, a little unsure. "Are you sure that's a good idea? We've been drinking and dancing all night. Shouldn't we just go home and get some rest?" "Nonsense!" Kenneth said, shaking his head. "We're still young and full of energy. And besides, the night is still young. Come on, live a little!""I don't know..." David said, looking at Clive for support. But Clive only shrugged and said, "I'm up for it if you are."With that, the decision was made. They were going clubbing. They all went to change. Changing into casual clothes and they put away the traditional clothes they had on for the wedding. Naomi stood at the doorway of her bedroom with Kenneth. " I don't really feel like going out Ken." Kenneth was now a littl
Bethany was frozen, shock and horror written all over her face. She turned to David, her eyes wide. "Is this true?"David looked away, unable to meet her gaze. "I..." He stammered, but the words caught in his throat. He had no explanation, no excuse. All he could do was stand there, ashamed and silent.Mother Superior smiled triumphantly. "See? Even he knows he's guilty. Come with us now, David. You'll be punished for your crimes." Bethany read the papers she had on her hands and there it was in black and white. David had killed her daughter in-law... Her unborn grandchild. "David what is this?!" Bethany shouted. " What is this?!" David took a deep breath. "It's true." He said, his voice barely above a whisper. "I was the one who caused the accident. But I swear, I didn't mean to! I would never have hurt them intentionally."Bethany stared at him, trying to comprehend what he was saying. "But... why? Why would you do something like that?""I..." David began, but then he stopp
Clive smiled, and took David in his arms. They kissed again, their lips meeting in a soft, sweet kiss that was full of promise. They began to undress each other slowly, savoring every moment. There was no rush, no need to hurry. They were taking their time, enjoying every second of this special night.As their bodies were revealed, they gazed at each other with awe and wonder. They were both beautiful, and they both knew that this was something they would never forget. Their bodies moved together, as if they were made for each other. As if they were created just for each other in this whole wide world. By a creator that knew that they would melt together like nothing else. Time seemed to stand still as they explored each other's bodies, their skin touching like a thousand tiny electric shocks. It was as if they were in a bubble, cut off from the rest of the world. There was nothing but them, nothing but this moment. And it was perfect.They came together, their bodies moving i
He knew that life would never be the same again. Never ever again. He slapped himself across the face. " You've done it again! You've done it again David Storm! You've made yourself a loner! You had everything! You had everything! A loving husband! His family... His mom, his cousin and a friend! And now you have nothing. Why do you have to be so stupid? Huh?" With these questions he fell on the couch again. His thoughts going to dark thoughts in his mind. " But would I have had the chance to get a husband? If she was still here? Maybe destiny did it. " He chuckled a little feeling crazy because he had lost everything in this very moment. The more David thought about it, the more he realized that maybe things had worked out the way they were supposed to. Maybe it was destiny, as he had said. Maybe there was a reason why his sister had died and why he had ended up with Clive. Maybe, just maybe, this was the way it was meant to be. But even as he thought this, he couldn't help
Andrew and May June were in a Halloween party hosted by Andrew's business partner Goodman Harris. Goodman was a flamboyant man with a sense of humor. He loved throwing parties, and his Halloween parties were the most extravagant of all. This year, the theme was "Fairy Tales Gone Bad." Guests were encouraged to dress as their favorite fairy tale characters, with a dark twist. Bella, Andrew's secretary was dressed as a Cinderella gone bad kind of goth vibe look. Her dress was a torn and tattered version of the classic blue ballgown, and she had smudged black makeup around her eyes. She was chatting with May June, who was dressed as Snow White, but with blood-red lips and nails, and dark circles under her eyes.As they talked, Goodman made his way over to them, dressed as an evil version of the Mad Hatter. He had a crazed look in his eyes, and his costume was covered in stains and rips. "Ladies". He greeted. " Now where's my friend don't tell me he ran away before the part
Part 1"I'm not your friend and I'm also not your enemy so what am I?"Let me tell you a story. A story about love. Hate. Desire. Obsession.Xolo and Lindani have always been together. Everyone knows where there's Lindani then you'll truly see Xolo there with him. Shouting at Lindani with the loudest voice his lungs can be capable of. Everything is Lindani's fault. Even if he knows it was his own fault.They both don't realise what they truly have. They both don't understand it. But they want to. They want to know why they can't leave without each other. Why they can't be in a room without being in the same place. Why they seem jealous of everyone who comes close to the other. Why they feel their hearts beating ever so fast when one is around.This is a love story. A love story stronger than time. And stronger than even death. ***PrefaceWhose to say I can't love my best friend? Whose to say my best friend can't be my enemy too? Whose to say I can't be someone of great power in the
Two: GiftThe day started out like any other day. It was a hot day in Awelima village. Everyone had their summer outfits on. Kids were playing games on their way to school. While young adults were arguing about one thing or the other. This was all normal.But what happened next was not. In fact it was all quite jaw shattering to all."God heavens what have I done to deserve you as a son?! What is all this?!" These were the wails of Xolo's mother as she herded him along the path. Everyone who was either close to them or was just curiously watching them. Everyone knew whose house they were headed to just by the direction they headed to. They were going to the priest's house.All the gossiping parties of the village were already on toe with them ready to know what drama it was this early morning.MamXala held her son by his ear as she dragged him along. He just silently followed her. Without any fight. It was like he had already submitted himself to the punishment or