Hmm, what a day. I chose Silverbird Galleria because it's one of my favorite places in Lagos and one day, I also hope to go there again. Question of the day: Where is your favorite place? (Not country or state, just a place you like to go often)
A friend stays,No matter what...A true friend's advice,Is it more than worth it?©OluwatoyosiPrecious POVI woke up early due to my alarm blaring in my ears. Groaning, I switched it off and stood from my bed to have my morning prayers.I hated Mondays. I had to get to work before 8 am and it was 5:30 am. After my prayers, I entered my bathroom to have my bath. I finished in under 10 minutes and picked out my outfit which consisted of black jeans with a long sleeve black top and my white canvas.I dried off my body and put on some lotion, then I wore my clothes and tucked in the top. Finishing it up with a black belt, I added some powder to my face and lip gloss to my lips before moving to put on my silver stud and long silver cross necklace.I quickly called an Uber to take me to work before proceeding to wear my shoes and put on my wristwatch. I put my phone and purse into my small bag and placed my lab coat on my arm. Satisfied with my appearance, I left my room and went into my
Precious POV Roses are red violets are blue,The world evaporates,when I'm with you. I wanted to get the whole pot of flowers but I didn't think you would be able to carry them home. I miss you and love you so much Ethan xx I smiled at the card like a child who had been taken to the amusement park. This was beautiful but how did he get it to enter the factory? I shrugged, he was a multi-billionaire, and his money could buy this factory. I placed the bouquet into a glass and put water in it then kept it by my table. I opened the box next and my jaw dropped at my favorite chocolates looking delicious. This chocolate was so expensive and I grinned so hard as I put it in my mouth, savoring the taste. I was interrupted from satisfying my taste buds for a little longer when my cabin door opened to reveal the clients I had been waiting for. I composed myself. "Please have your seats and let's get started" I gestured for the two men to sit down. I was finally done with my work for
Pain knocks on my door and says, I've come again... Open up,But freedom enters the house and says,Take my hand... Give me a chance.©OluwatoyosiPrecious POV “Let me see you (go low low low low) let me see you (go low low low low low). Buga wọn(Lemme). Buga wọn"Funke, Arewa, and I sang along to Kizz Daniel and Tecno’s song ‘Buga’ playing from the radio in Arewa's car as he drove us to Abeokuta for our convocation.We all studied at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, and finished very well. We had decided to stay in my family house here in Abeokuta near the school so we could be early for the convocation because the road would be blocked with traffic."Óyá, we are in Abeokuta, let's go and enjoy ourselves before tomorrow. It's still early" Arewa suggested, and I grinned. I checked the time and saw that it was still 1 pm, which meant we had enough time to go wherever we wanted to."Let's go to Obasanjo's library," I clapped my hands in excitement.Obasanjo's
Man can betray,We can go astray...Mistakes are what make us human,But forgiveness is what changes the plan.©Oluwatoyosi Precious POV I woke up to the sound of the door banging. Groaning, I put my pillow over my head. Where were Funke and Arewa when you needed them? The banging continued and my sleep was cut short. Standing grumpily from my bed, I walked to the door and yanked it open, ready to shout at the person. My words got stuck in my throat as I stared at my angry-looking parents. I gulped and opened the door wide for them to enter. "We've been knocking since, what were you doing?" my mum's words were sharp. "Sorry ma, I was still sleeping. I thought those two children would open it." I said in a sorry tone. I was angry at Funke and Arewa. My parents entered the house with one suitcase, and I was sure it held their clothes. I didn't know how many days they would stay, but I was leaving tomorrow. "Isn't your convocation ceremony by 10 am, it's already 7:30 am. Do you kn
Ethan rushed up to me and held my hands tightly in his. He was here. I was not daydreaming. He seemed shocked and grateful, but why? "You replied to my text," he whispered. I was fully aware of some stares but I kept my gaze on the beautiful man in front of me. "Who is that fine man?" I heard a voice from the crowd but I didn't care. "Did you not want me to?" I replied. My heart sank. Did he give up on me? No, he couldn't, I was about to take him back. "No no no, that's not it. I was just stunned," he answered with a frantic shake of his head and a smile. "Was I that bad?" I asked with a raised brow. I was beginning to get angry with myself. He was surprised by the fact that I texted back. I felt awful. "No, my love, you were hurt. I understand that. I just wasn't expecting it but it made me so happy. I came here as soon as I finished leaving the office." Now that he mentioned that, I took the opportunity to look at him. He was wearing a black tux with a white shirt and sky-
I pulled away from him and entered the bathroom to change into an oversized shirt and shorts since we wanted to eat first. I took his arm and we left the room to see everyone in the dining room. I snuggled deeper into Ethan as he walked me to our seats. The smell of food, especially chicken fills my nose making my stomach growl. "So, when am I expecting a wedding" my mum's voice broke the silence and I almost choked on my food. Ethan’s hand immediately rubbed my back to calm me down. "Very soon ma" I choked again. What was he saying? We just got back together. I was not ready for marriage. "You people should let me eat na. Which one is a wedding," I said in pidgin language although I was secretly happy about this question and they all laughed. "Má bínú" (don't be angry). My dad replied, even though he was in support of his wife. We finished eating and went into our rooms to rest and change. We had 30 minutes to get ready and get there. "Did you bring any clothes to change into
“Ethan, drop that now. That is not a toy for kids,” I whisper-yelled at the man beside me who decided pepper spray was a good toy for a kid.“But what if they need to protect themselves,” he defended making me roll my eyes.“Yeah, because children of three to seven are the best at handling such things. They would just go around spraying it into their eyes for fun. Now drop it,” I replied with my hands on my waist.It’s been two weeks since we got back together and since Ethan was leaving soon, we decided to go to an orphanage today. His assistant called to tell him there was an urgent need for his presence on a contract that didn’t want to go through.“All right, what about this?” he asked while holding up a slingshot toy.“No, Ethan, what if they start slinging stones at each other,” I sighed.“Well, I’m clearly out of my league here,” he ran a hand through his face, making me chuckle. I left the basket and went to his side, before grabbing a stuffed teddy bear and holding it out for
We do things in the name of loveGood things surpass the bad...We make dreams come true,In the name of love. ©Oluwatoyosi Precious POV Five months have passed since Ethan and I got back together and it has been total bliss. I joined him in New York to surprise him two months ago along with Funke because according to her, she can't stay without Joel, and honestly, neither could I stay away from Ethan. My parents were the ones that suggested I leave the house for them. Let's just say Ethan loved the surprise. We decided to keep staying at our apartment. I started working for a chocolate factory called 'Godiver Chocolatier' and although my boss was an arrogant oversized jerk, I still loved the fact that I helped process chocolates. I've always worked in the agriculture sector or the beverage sector but it pleased me to be working in a chocolate factory. It felt new and challenging. When I first went for my interview with the CEO, I didn't understand why he was the one to employ but
"To the mall!" I told the driver excitedly. He drove us there, and I quickly got out, rushing to the kids’ section while dragging Funke, who was laughing at my excited face.I bought a small onesie that said "I love Daddy," paid for it, and went to the grocery store. I bought all the ingredients needed to make our favorite food, paid, and left. I checked the time, and it was past 4 p.m., so I decided to go straight home so I could cook."Will you come with me?" I asked Funke, and she shook her head."No, I have something to do in the office; besides, this is something you need to do yourself. I'm happy for you, babe," she hugged me again, and we dropped her off at the office before I left for home.We pulled up at the house. Ethan had surprised me again with this house; he said he wanted us to have a huge family, so he built a mansion with 8 rooms, one for each of our six kids, even though I protested. The house was homely because his mother designed it with my mother. It had an enorm
Being together is greatGrowing old together is amazing,Having a family is betterTaking care of the family is everything.© OluwatoyosiPrecious POV.It's been two months since we got back from our honeymoon. It has been amazing waking up to my husband and going to bed with him."So, what are we going to do about the shipment?" Daphne, my assistant, snapped me out of my daydreaming about my husband."Send it to everyone that ordered," she nodded."You have a meeting by 4 p.m. with Candler Inc." I nodded, not being able to speak because I felt sick in my stomach. I rushed to the bathroom to throw up. I had been throwing up since morning, not to mention the way I've been feeling sick these past few weeks, when we came home. Daphne rushed to my side, holding up my hair and rubbing my back."You need to see the doctor, ma'am. You've been sick the whole week," she said sharply, since I've been denying going to the doctor."It's just the flu. Don't worry," I said, waving it off."It's not
We were about to enter the cart when I saw the little boy who gave me a coin helping out his mother in a food stand. He was wearing worn out clothes and I immediately felt bad for him. I pulled Ethan with me and walked towards them. The little boy smiled at me making his entire chocolate eyes sparkle. "Two tacos please," I told the woman who looked so tired while she placed the tacos. She handed it over to me."5euro," the woman said in a tired voice and I took out a hundred and gave it to her."You can keep the change," I said immediately and her eyes widened. I had my assistant change some money into Euro for me last night. "Thank you so much" the woman held my hand with tears in her eyes and I smiled at her. I bent down to the little boy’s level and brought out a fifty and handed it to him despite his protest."Thank you for your coin" I whispered softly making his eyes widen. I ruffled his long brown hair and took Ethan's hand in mine."Have I ever told you how amazing you are?"
I can show you the worldI can make you smileIt's a promise, my loveFrom me to you. © Oluwatoyosi Precious POV I woke up first to see Ethan still sleeping peacefully. His thick black hair was rumpled, his head was once again on my bare chest with his hands wrapped around me. He looked like a hot mess. I moved his hands gently so I could stand up. Thankfully, he didn't wake up. I wrapped the second duvet around my body and went to press the button and ordered breakfast silently. I was on my honeymoon in Rome, staying in a suit, I was going to enjoy it and even though there was a stocked up kitchen, I didn't feel like cooking. I moved carefully to the bathroom to pee. I brushed my teeth, had a hot shower, and came out wearing a white silk bathrobe when I heard the knock. I rushed to the door careful not to wake him and collected the tray of food from the bellman, tipping him from my purse, he thanked me and left. I sat down by the bed with the tray on my lap and gently removed hi
It's time to spend, spoil, love,It's time to cherish, care, flaunt...Finally as one, thick as thieves,We will be ours, in every way. © Oluwatoyosi Precious’s POV The feeling of hot breath tickling my neck woke me up with a smile as I saw Ethan staring at me with adoration in his eyes. "Hmm... I really think I would love to get used to this" I whispered softly. "Good morning Ífé mi" I blushed at his endearment, letting a yawn escape my lips. "Good morning indeed, babe," I said back making him smile wildly. I don’t think I would get tired of his smile. It simply made his beautiful blue eyes sparkle. "Let's go shower," I let out a squeal as he carried me from the soft bed in the private plane. I should have expected he had other plans, and so after the rough love making, I was really sore. He placed me down with him behind me, switching on the shower he helped me bath. Once we were done, we stepped out and we got dressed when we heard the pilot telling us to take our seats sinc
I am yoursYou are mineIn every sense,In every way...©OluwatoyosiPrecious POVOkay, I was already thinking something was up cause we weren't heading to the airport, instead we were driving to a place I'd never been to but I was sure it was still Lagos."Ethan where are we going?" I asked curiously."It's a surprise" he smirked and I glared at him. I wanted to know now."Fine," I huffed angrily, folding my hands on my chest."Don't be like that love, we'll be here soon. I have a lot to do tonight," he purred seductively kissing me then nibbling my earlobe causing me to moan. I slapped my hand on my mouth. I didn't want the driver to hear me. He kept kissing my exposed neck and switching to my lips simultaneously. I didn't notice we had stopped."We're here," he said with a full blown smile. The door opened making me jump away from Ethan. He pulled me out to see a house. A big beautiful house that could easily be recognized as a mansion stood before me. "Ethan, why am I looking at
"I wasn't prepared to get slapped by a short fierce black girl, so if someone had told me I would be marrying a Nigerian girl then I would have laughed in the person's face. I wasn't prepared to meet you. You came like a light in my dark busy world, you came with your playfulness, your seriousness, your activeness, your fierceness, your Independence, but I love it all. You are my queen, the person who gives me peace, the person who gives me a reason to work harder and faster, the person who gives me a reason to love, the person who gives me a reason to keep going. I know I don't say it a lot but I love you, you are the person I want to wake up to, the person I want to live with, the person I want to see every night. You always told me God puts people in our lives for a reason, well you are my reason. I promise you today before man and God that I will love you, cherish you, take care of you, spoil you, be with you, and stick with you for the rest of our lives. I love you to the infinit
Here I stood, behind the giant doors to the church in all my nervousness."You look beautiful," I jumped at my dad's sudden voice but smiled either way."Thank you daddy. I'm so nervous," I admitted, because if there's anyone who could make my nerves go, it was my dad."You can get out now,"Woah, that wasn't what I expected."But think about how you will feel. Is it worth it with him? Will you be happy with him? You need to be selfish right now and consider yourself. Are you doing this for him or are you doing it for you?, Is he the one you want to wake up next to every day of your life?, Is he the person you want to have children with?, Is he the one you want God to join you to? These questions can only be answered by you. If you can't then you still have time to get out. But I want you to know that I'm proud of you no matter your decision" I thought about it.Ethan was the only one who made me feel peaceful apart from God. He was the person I wanted to see every day of every minute
I have waited so long for this day,Where I hold you in my arms,Where I kiss you with my heart,To tell you, you are finally mine..© OluwatoyosiEthan's POVI have dreamed of this day. I have thought about this day.I have waited for this day. Now it's finally here.It's my wedding day.I was standing in front of my mirror fixing my red tie as I kept thinking of my vows. I had suggested that we write our own vows and here I am, stuck, because there are so many things I want to say."You are going to make a hole in that mirror if you keep glaring at it. Aren't wedding days supposed to be happy days?" my dad's voice brought me back to reality, I hadn't noticed I was glaring at the mirror and made my hand get stuck in the tie. I sighed and looked at my dad. Maybe he could help me."I'm stuck dad. I was the one who suggested we write our own vows and now, I can't seem to make up my mind," I confessed and rubbed my temples while my dad laughed. The old man freaking laughed. I stared at