MARIE RICHWOOD
Sauntering into the cafeteria in my extremely tight and short uniform, I loved the feel of eyes on me. My beauty was a charmer and I was proud of it. I walked smugly to Cyrus who was busy reading a book at a table, his food forgotten. He was looking so cool and handsome sitting there; I blushed at the thought of those sexy mouths of his that had been on mine the day before. I hoped to recreate that scene soon.He was so transfixed he did not notice me walking towards him and the many stares we were getting. Sliding into a chair next to him, I collected the book he was holding; I leaned forward and gave him a peck on the cheek
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MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VPrincipal Francis had Cyrus and I in his office the next day, after he had sufficiently threatened us the day before, he called our parents to the school. My Mom and Dad was sitted across Cyrus’s Cook, Mrs. Adams. This was not a big deal but since Principal Francis was bent on making it one. I will make sure to take my pint of blood with satisfactory fervor.My mom being the dutiful mother she was, sat quietly, Mrs. Adams also, it was hard to note if she was listening to Principal Francis since she neither changed expression. My Dad was the only furious one and he and Principal Francis dominated the conversation. “Mr. Richwoo
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VMrs. Adams and Cyrus were nowhere to be seen so I just made my way to class. It was a free period when I got back. Anna rushed to meet me immediately I entered. I almost spit out in disgust when she grabbed my arm linking mine with hers.I shrugged her off irritably “What is it? Did you not get what you wanted? Principal Francis made I and Cyrus break up “I accused her for good effect. I told them lies so they would help spread it around the school, minions are a good source of rumormongering that way Principal Francis can get off my back for a while. She looked taken aba
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VI saw Mrs. Adams off to the school gate, standing in front of me in her full motherly figure, she took my hand in hers giving it a reassuring squeeze“Don’t think too much about this sugar. Your Dad is not going to have his way this time around I will not let him. Do not end things with that girl. I can see she makes you happy. It is high time you show your father you are not the selfish man he is. You are capable of love my dear and you also need to be loved. “She pulled me into a hug. I wrapped my hands around her needing an extra bout of encouragement. It would be my first time of opening fighting for my needs. Marie was worth fighting for, and I will
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VStaring at the shiny pink phone ringing endlessly in my hand, I knew I had to pick up the call or else Dad would have a fit. But I was not ready to face Dad. He would ask me endless questions about Cyrus and I was not in the mood for his fatherly advice. Class had ended long ago, and I was waiting for Cyrus in the nearly empty classroom. Forced to answer greetings from my classmates, hypocritical or genuine I could not care less. All I wanted was Cyrus Kaye to materialize in front of me.I waited a little longer but Cyrus was nowhere to be found including Nicole who I was most definitely not searching for. I heaved a sigh of relief when my phone stopped ringing. I sat
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VThe tension in the room was large enough to be splintered into two by an axe. George and I sat dutifully on the settee; the both of us had been shocked into silence by Dad’s earlier expression of anger. George expression of sadness had gradually waned slowly being replaced by annoyance. My displeasure at being kept sitted in the living room was slowly edging its way into my face and I knew my patience was waning with Dad’s continual pacing which was blowing me out of my mind. Mom sat in front of us, I knew Mom would always take our side no matter what. She was my mother after all, in as much as she gives off the humble aura shit. She was a tigress within and even D
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VI searched for Marie to no avail. I needed to tell her about Nicole, Nicole had been sincere with me in her explanation and I knew it was the truth. Whatever scheme Marie had George on, it needs to be aborted right away. I sighed in defeat. The school compound was nearly devoid of students. I scanned the area for any jot of blond hair around but I saw none.Recalling where I last saw Nicole, I went there, hoping I would see Nicole and George and clear out this issue, before it became a mess.I ran towards the building hastingly, I could heard no noise, or any sign of movement. I went in noiselessly, entering the administrative part of the lab
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VDad’s mahogany desk had never fascinated me this much before; I kept my eye glued to the wide beautiful desk. It was also my first time of describing the desk as beautiful. However, I would do anything to avoid the stares Mom and Dad were currently giving each other. Are you shocked? I am as well. It had been a complete turnaround of tables. After I took the bend to his office, I could hear the loud exchange of words between Mom and Dad. I chuckled. This was unusual; they have been able to tolerate each other all this while and ended up treating me unimportantly. What could have lighted the buried tension between them? My answer was not far-fetched. They were arguing because of me. This was a new happening as well. Know
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VStanding in front of her door, I waited anxiously for Marie to pick up the call. My voice was blocked with so much tears, I just wanted a shoulder to lean on.Turning back, I sauntered into the night. But the sound of my name being called made me halt my steps, I turned to look at Marie, she was leaning against the door frame, she slipped out quietly, her hair was flowing all around her, giving her some sort of angelic look. She had a short blue nightgown on, which stopped mid thighs; I forced my eye to leave her smooth legs that were on full display, fully accentuated by the street light.
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VWe stayed in that position for a long time, Mom held me tightly also not letting go. Gradually she released me, Tears slipping from her eyes, she smiled at me; her happy expression was enough to cure me of all the age long hatred. Giving way for her love“I am sorry, I spoke to you that way. I always thought you did not want me.”
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VI locked myself in my room immediately I came back from school. Mom had tried to talk to me but I did not listen to her. Nan had also tried to get me to talk to her but I ignored them both. Somehow, those two were in cohort. I never knew they were friends; though Mom was rarely home anyway. I noticed the continued absence of my father at home. I refrained from asking. He is a grownup man; he would find his way home. He was probably stewing somewhere having loosed to Mom for the first time in his life.I occupied myself with my compu
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VI waited until I heard the last bell. Cyrus had kept to himself throughout the day and I was sick and tired of the sullen attitude. I watched him from the corner of my eye as he arranged his books absentmindedly into his school bag. I sighed; I waited for him to finish with his packing. He threw the bag over his shoulder, ignoring Nicole’s goodbye wish. He stood up from his seat; giving me a small wave, he left the class looking unfocused.
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.V“How soon can we get your Mom to hand over the evidence we need? “ I asked Nicole when George released her“As soon as possible, I would have called her but Dad seized my phone. Therefore, if I can get a phone or I can go her house, I am allowed to go to her house once a month “She said embarrassed, “Alright, make use of my phone, delay is dangerous
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VHow Mom got Dad to retract his words were none of my concern. I had no idea what scheme my mother was cooking. How did she know I was the sole owner of the house we lived in? Something is fishy. She had always made it plain she does not have any interest in me. She even told me I was a mistake that put a hitch on her career, so why the sudden change in attitude.I just could not wrap my head around why she came to get me in the morning at Marie’s house; she offered no further explanation as we walked into the house. Dad had go
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VNicole was pressed fully into George who held her soft body trying to pacify her; I had taken a few steps from her. Though I had been joyous when my deal with George started, but I was not so happy to see the outcome of it.George steadied her with his body, finally getting a grip of herself, Nicole pushed him away from her in rage, I was surprised at the force that came from such a small body,”I am not a game for the both of you to play with as you want. How dare you play with me like that?” backing away from him, she covered her tearful face with the back of her hand ”I am such a fool,” She muttered and began walking out of the sport complex.
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VElated at Dad’s approval to let me stay back in South Africa. I was beyond joyous at his affirmation that morning when Mom gave me the news. Mom was grinning too seeing how happy I was. I had no doubt she must have a hand in Dad changing his mind. I thanked her appropriately before entering the car. George was already sitted with Dad who ignored me as I took my seat at the backseat.Cyrus had left the house early in the morning after receiving a call from his mother, a call he had been reluctant to take. Whatever miracle happened. Mrs. Kaye had been able to argue her way out with her husband. Her son was not going to leave his birth home; she had also disclosed that the huge house belonged to Cyrus as his grandfather
MARIE RICHWOOD P.O.VI could not believe what I was being told. Cyrus was an extremely intelligent person. He must have guessed the connection. I was speechless. I never mentioned anything to him but he was able to decode game plan with George and Marie.I looked at him content with my choice, he was so relaxed sitting on my bed, bare chested, the chest I had just been touching minutes ago. He was looking so cool and handsome, I could not believe my luck, not only was he smart, he was gorgeous.“So what you are trying to say now is that Nicole is not in love with you?” George asked for the thi
CYRUS KAYE P.O.VStanding in front of her door, I waited anxiously for Marie to pick up the call. My voice was blocked with so much tears, I just wanted a shoulder to lean on.Turning back, I sauntered into the night. But the sound of my name being called made me halt my steps, I turned to look at Marie, she was leaning against the door frame, she slipped out quietly, her hair was flowing all around her, giving her some sort of angelic look. She had a short blue nightgown on, which stopped mid thighs; I forced my eye to leave her smooth legs that were on full display, fully accentuated by the street light.