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Phillip immediately recognized him. Both guys stared at each other for a few seconds. Then Phillip looked her way and she took the phone away from her ear.He looked back at Fidelis, who maintained the phone at his ear, and walked towards his car.Phillip immediately turned and returned to the car, slipping into the driver's seat."What is it?" She asked, her heart pounding with anxiety, because she already knew the reason for his actions. And that reason did not bode well for her."I have to tell Donovan I just saw his cousin."She could not hide her panic, especially after hearing his intentions."You don't have to, please." She pleaded, hoping to dissuade him."Why were you lying? Wasn't he the person you came to see?""What are you talking about?" she still tried to feign ignorance."Donovan's cousin. Stop playing." Phillip wasn’t buying it."Please, don't tell Donovan.” She begged. “Fidelis just wanted to say goodbye. Please? I don't want any trouble."He took a deep breath and si
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Days passed, and along with them, Boma's routine as Donovan's girlfriend for the time being. She spent the next three days in the hostel with Donovan picking and dropping her off at times. She attended classes regularly and had no trouble with the bullies in her class. She sat on her hostel bed on a lecture-free day, reading a novel but she was distracted by memories of her immediate past. She recalled her encounter with the three girls. Upon accosting her in the restroom one afternoon where they prepared to cut her hair, one of them accidentally saw her ring and called her friends' attention to it. Shocked, they backed off and she could not remember them bothering her again. Afterward, she often caught them staring at her in class as they whispered among themselves. Sometimes she felt like they were planning something bad against her. But since they didn't bother her, she told herself it was just paranoia. She had found peace and wished she could get her peace without Donovan bein
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Threatened by Donovan's message, Boma buried her head in her book for about ten minutes.A Christian student rose and apologized to everyone for interrupting their reading. He urged them to bow their heads in prayer after quoting scripture that said -it is not by might or by power but by the spirit says the Lord. Then he urged everyone to depend on God to pass their tests and exams.Some students told him to shut up while others listened to him. Hilda bluntly told him that without reading, one would fail whether they prayed or not. She said God did not work that way. He would help but you had to be willing to do the work.The student agreed that she was correct. He also told her that he didn't want any trouble. He just needed to conduct a collective prayer. She shrugged and ignored him.The student began to pray for God's help on behalf of everyone there.Boma found herself bowing her head to his prayer and when he was done, she said amen with the rest of the others who had joined in t
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Boma briefly considered telling Donovan the truth but she was sorely afraid of what he would do to her.Her words came out in a rush as from a distance, she spotted the building that housed her lecture room."I was outside with- with Hilda and we were we went for dinner and- and- "She paused, lost for words as his eyes left the road and glanced at her."Are you lying to me?""No." she denied, shaking her head as he returned his gaze to the road.“I'm not lying," she said.The fear already gripping her slightly tremulous body was heightening with every passing second. Her lips were starting to waver. She was not used to lying but the fear of him was forcing her to try and learn."I'm not lying," she repeated."Then stop stuttering and speak clearly."Boma managed to comport herself. The car was fast approaching her stop."I was- we were out to dinner and the phone was with me. It was in my pocket. I don't know how it happened. Maybe it fell out of the shuttle we entered. I don't know b
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Donovan watched Boma's body press further against her side of the car as she wished she could just disappear, her expression, rueful, scared. She kept her eyes on her lap."I said come here, don't make me repeat myself."She managed to look at him, nervously observing his quiet but stormy demeanor."Please, I studied," she said pleadingly. "I read my book and... ""Shut your mouth." he interrupted, silencing her. Then he patted the spot beside him. "Over here, now.""P.O, I'm sorry to interfere but can we move away from here first?" Phillip asked cautiously."Phillip, please, I beg you in the name of God. You don't want to piss me off this morning.""Sorry," Phillip raised his hands in surrender. He had just wanted to help the girl out by postponing or delaying her coming ordeal."And you," Donovan addressed Boma, "Will you get the hell over here?"His exchange with Phillip seemed to have escalated his anger as his attractive light green eyes narrowed at her.Reluctantly, she moved her
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A few minutes passed and Boma's neighborhood came into view.It was a decent layout of low-cost houses kept together by a fence and a broken-down gate that was being repaired.Boma pointed at the estate. "My house is among those," she told Donovan."Cool. I figured. Is it the B apartments or the A? ""The A""That means one of your parents is a civil servant?""Yes. My dad.""He's a Senior civil servant?""Yes.""That's fine. I figured that out since I know that the A part is for senior civil servants while the B part is for juniors.""Okay.""What does your mum do?""She's a tailor.""I see they work hard to foot the bills.""Yes.""All the more reason why you can't afford to joke with your studies, don't you agree?""I agree." On this, Boma knew he was right."There are many opportunities for students who are four pointers. Do you know that?""No.""No? Didn't you attend school orientation?""I missed it.""Many students do. They think it's not important.""I didn't think it was not
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The grand-looking interior of the house intimidated Boma. She had never been in such a lavish residential home before.Long drape curtains, shiny chandeliers, mild, gray, and earthy color tones on furniture with touches of red on decor like throw pillows and wallpaper.Intricate Led lights that were meant for decor other than lighting. Clean wide tiles on the ground, wine bar, large TV, colorful aquarium. Family portraits and other decorative portraits graced the wall.Donovan took her through a flight of stairs graced with more decor lights and some artificial plants.As he walked her down a cozy corridor, her eyes were glued to the sheer beauty of her surroundings. Coming from a humble background, she could not help it."Our rooms are here on this wing. My parent's room is on the other side of the wing. There is another living room here so we don't have to go downstairs. There's a kitchen downstairs but there is also a kitchen up here. Let's just say that everything upstairs is repl
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Boma watched nervously as Donovan took purposeful steps toward his phone. She knew that if he got hold of the phone and noticed what had happened, she would be in serious trouble.She clutched at her stomach and doubled over, feeling like she was about to puke. Her fear had forced the action out of her.Donovan was immediately before her showing concern as he placed one gentle palm on her back."Oh my baby, what's wrong?" He gently rubbed his palm across her back. "Are you okay? Come with me to the bathroom."Boma allowed him to lead her into the bathroom where he took her to the sink." It's okay if you want to puke over here, okay?"He bent her over the sink and continued to gently rub her back. "You should have told me you weren't feeling well. We could have gone to the sick bay at the campus before hitting the road.""I was... I was okay." Boma managed to respond. She could feel the strong urge to vomit losing its strength."I understand," he replied. "How are you feeling now? is th
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Donovan 170: Epilogue 4 - Shadows of Danger
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Donovan 169: Epilogue 3 - A New Beginning
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Donovan 168: Epilogue 2 - The Balance of Love
Back to School – One Month After the HoneymoonThe late afternoon sun filtered through the windows of the sleek SUV as it made its way back to campus.Boma leaned against the plush seat, her hand resting gently on her small but noticeable bump, a tender reminder of the new life growing inside her.Beside her, Donovan sat silently, his fingers interlaced with hers, his protective presence a constant source of strength.Phillip, Donovan’s right-hand man, was focused on the road, driving them back to the reality of school life after their whirlwind honeymoon.It had only been a month of travelling the world as newlyweds. Now, they were returning to their roles as students, but life had changed dramatically. Boma wasn’t just a student anymore; she was Mrs. Donovan. She was also carrying his child, and while her heart was full of joy, she found herself longing for some semblance of the independence she once cherished.As the car rolled through the gates of the university, Boma’s thoughts l
Donovan 167: Epilogue 1 - The Honeymoon
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In the depth of his grief, Donovan clung tightly to Boma."No, you can't leave. Come back to me. Please, come back to me. I know you can hear me. I choose to believe you can hear me. Boma!"The family doctor gently placed a hand on his shoulder. "She's gone, Son. I'm sorry.""No!" Donovan shook off the doctor's hand and looked at Boma's face, growing cold in his arms. "Boma, hear me! Come back to me. It's D. Don't go, please!"Boma, floating towards the light, heard a distant voice calling her. The light beckoned her, but so did the voice. She heard her name, then the words, "Don't go- Come back to me- It's D- I love you- Please-"The voice grew louder, pulling her back. The light faded as she heard, "It's Papa- please don't leave me. Live again!"She gasped, her eyes shooting open. Seizures wracked her body, and she became aware of herself in Donovan's familiar arms. A beeping sound filled the air.People in white coats surrounded her, and she realized she was on a hospital bed in Do
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Ken stood before a pacing Harry in the living room of the cabin. As a frat house it was simple, rustic with minimal furniture."Calm down, bro." Ken said, causing him to pause."That bastard is not taking me seriously." He shouted. "Does he think I'm joking?" "No. But it's just his way to assert his power. You are still the one in power. You have the leverage, so calm down."Hearing that, Harry sank down on a chair. Ken followed suit as Harry called Donovan who picked up after the second ring. This delay also infuriated Harry. Donovan should be desperate, calling him all the time. "I will kill your wife by tomorrow if you've not resigned by 12:00pm." He declared and ended the call.He sat back, satisfied that this time, it was he who had ended the call."Good one, bro." Ken praised."Thanks for having my back.""Anytime bro."They were silent for a while, anticipating their victory."Look at this place. It's a mess." Harry said. "Once we get the money by any means necessary, we'll pu
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After what felt like an hour, the car finally slowed down, bumping along a rough road.Boma sensed they were far from the island, possibly near the city outskirts. God, where were they taking her?The car stopped, and her captors dragged her out. She heard nothing but forest sounds. Maybe they were at a cabin in the woods, she thought. Barely able to struggle, she was carried into a house. The creaking of boots on wood told her it was a wooden structure. A door lock clicked open, and she was carried inside. The air was stale, as if the place hadn't been aired out in ages. She heard a window opening, letting in some much-needed ventilation. Inwardly, she was grateful; she could have suffocated otherwise.Finally, they dropped her to the floor and removed her blindfold. She faced Harry. His gaze was cold, devoid of the compassion she once saw in him. He was a man consumed by envy and a thirst for power. She wanted to speak, to appeal to his better nature, but her lips were sealed.Fear
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Donovan called Hilda, his fingers tapping impatiently against the phone as it rang."Hello, Hilda," he said as soon as she picked up. "I need to talk to you. It’s about Boma."Hilda's voice, already laced with worry, deepened. "What’s going on, Presido?""I’ve been trying to piece together where she might be. The security guard saw her leave with someone in a black car. Do you remember anything unusual about her recently?"Hilda paused, thinking hard. "The last time we saw her was at the faculty block, and she was alone but was later joined by Harry. They went to check his exam results together."Donovan’s grip tightened on the phone. He remembered encountering her that day as well. He had even seen Harry's car as he left. "Harry? Are you sure?""Yes," Hilda replied. "We didn't like it and didn't think much of it at the time, but now- it worries me.""Thanks, Hilda. I’ll do all I can to handle it from here," Donovan said, ending the call abruptly.His mind raced, fury bubbling to the s
