After I was done talking with her, I called Mom and believe me, mom did not wait for it to ring before she picked it up. It was more like she was waiting anxiously for me to call.
"Hi, Mom!""Sweetheart, I was waiting for you to call. What took you so long? I already called Zain and he said you both had an uneventful Journey still I was dying to hear from you" "I am sorry mom for not calling earlier. I am good though and Susan is fine"I said with the hope she would calm down. She sounded as if she was on the verge of panicking. "I am glad you are my dear. Just don't forget that your stay there is for a short while.""I won't forget, take care of yourself. I have got to go now. Love you" "Love you, baby girl"She said and the call went off.I dropped the phone and went to arrange my clothes in the closet in anticipation of the money for shopping being brought to me. I was lost in my environment to notice a second party in my room. I turned around when I felt uncomfortable and found Zain at the door staring at me. I was contemplating why I could not get to hear him come in or was it that I did not close the door when I entered. He walked into the room after some time and stood in front of me. I stood my ground, I don't want to give him the impression of his presence affecting me. He raised his right hand and tucked a strand of my hair behind my ear and smiled. "You look pretty"He muttered and traced his index finger on my chin."As always"My heart skipped several beats yet I did not step back. I felt my body relaxing and almost responding to his touch. "Don't be a Fool girl. Zain is married and he can never be yours"My inner mind reminded me and I swallowed the lump at the back of my throat. "That's right, he can never be mine"I affirmed to myself and looked up at him."Did you bring the money for the shopping?" He dropped his hand from my face."No, I am taking you shopping myself. So get ready, we leave in ten minutes" He said, turned his back and strolled out of the room. I hissed out loud, I was beginning to get angry for no reason or should I say I am afraid to admit the reason. I know what he is trying to do, to be everywhere I am. He just wants to torment me. Does he think that he still affects me or is he trying to make me uncomfortable here? Whatever his plans are, it's up to me to learn to deal with him. He can't mess with me after choosing my sister over me, he lies if he thinks he can. Ten minutes he said. I wonder why he can't let his brother or whatever take me to the mall. I thought of going with what I am putting on but changed my mind. It's best if I wear something nice but moderate. Zain will regret ever ditching me. I will make him swear. I searched through the dresses I had hung and picked up something nice and a bit sexy. It was an armless green gown, it was a body hug gown and it would be the best for a time like this. I put on my sandals and walked out of my room. Owen was still in the living room, sitting as I left him with his phone in his hand. He looked up when he heard my footsteps and looked away disgustingly. I chuckled in my mind. "I would not want you to like me so that I will have less problem to deal with"Without sparing him another glance, I walked out of the apartment. Zain was waiting for me in the car.Zain's point of view….. I sat in the car waiting for Jenny to come out. When she left the room, I told Susan to let me take her to the mall since I was going out of town to get something and she agreed without questioning. The truth is, I just want to have her in the same space with me, breathing the same air as her. Anything that would make me closer to her I am eager to do it. I know I am asking for trouble indirectly and unnecessary closeness with her might bring issues between Susan and me but then I don't care, it's not like she is aware that I had a thing with Jenny in the past. It's one secret of mine that she is not aware of and I want it to remember as it is until I can figure out how to get over Jenny. If I can ever because as it is now, I don't think I can. Her attitude back in her room when I went to inform her about going to the mall with her was cold. She was over me yet my mind doesn't want to accept it. I feel maybe somewhere in her heart she still has some love left for me, if only she does.I checked my wrist watch and ten minutes had elapsed. I hope she did not stay back inside because she doesn't want to be in the same space as me. I checked to see if she was coming and the sight I saw took my breath away. She wore a simple armless black gown. She was breathtaking and the only thing I could think of was to drag her into the car and kiss a hell out of those sexy lips of hers. I chuckled when I knew that if I dared, I would receive a resounding slap from her. She is more of a tigress now. So to respect myself, I have to keep my feelings in check for heaven knows how long.Jenny's point of view... I got to the car and entered. I was aware of his stares on me but I don't give a damn about it anyway. I settled in and gestured for him to move the car and he did wordlessly. I did not get to see Reben Castle on our way here because I was asleep and I can tell you that what I am seeing, I am impressed with it. The hood is calm but there is no way I will compare it to my neighborhood. I kept looking out through the glass, just to get my mind occupied, away from Zain. His thoughts refused to leave my mind and I am not finding it funny. He can't stay in my mind when I can't have him. He has no right to remain in my head. If it's going to be this way for me then I would go insane before I leave here. I just hope for the will to overcome and not fall and fail my sister because it will hurt her if eventually I do not control myself and have an affair with her husband. Who in his or her right sense would do that? But then love makes you do insane things.
We said nothing to each other ever again. He picked all that he thought we needed and made his way to the counter as I followed him behind. On our way to the counter, I saw this dude looking my way. I thought of something and I decided to shoot my shot. Instead of continuing with Zain, I walked to him and smiled. "Hello handsome, I see you looking my way. My name is Jenny and I like you"The guy chuckled and shook his head. "You bold and I like it, I am Lucas," He said checking me out"You have got a nice name, it suits you anyway. Nice to meet"I complimented him with a wide smile on my face. "I must say the same thing about you, you look pretty and bold and I must say you are my spec. What would you say if we became friends?" He asked with a wide grin."I like the sound of that, we are friends then" I replied, maintaining the smile on my face. I gave him my phone and he keyed in his digits and afterwards, handed the phone back to me. "So tell me, are you just arrivi
Jenny's point of view…. Slapping him was all I could think of when he pushed me into his car. Though he did it gently, it was not nice at all. Pushing a lady is not an ideal thing and for that, I wanted to give him my piece of mind then I remembered he is looking for what will make me say something to him. I am sure my silent treatment has been tailing him. I got settled and ignored him totally after telling myself how I will deal with him if he tries that with me again. I felt suffocated and doing anything to take my mind off Zain was worth my time so I called Moris and the dude had to allow me to call him twice before he was able to pick up. If he did not pick, I could have continued calling him. "Hey boo! you didn't even call to check on me. Is that how a good boyfriend should do?"I said while I eyed Zain. He clutched his hand on the steering which means he is pissed off. "Sorry darling, got busy but I was gonna call you anyway. How are Reben Castle and your siste
Jenny's point of view…. We got home and I ran out of the car without getting the shopping bags. I needed to wash my mouth and it was so urgent. His taste refused to leave my mouth and I could not bear it. I ran into Owen who brushed me aside without saying anything yet I muttered sorry as I ran into my room. I got to my room and searched for my toothbrush. I saw it and I rushed Into the bathroom to brush off Zain's taste in my mouth. I got done quickly and breathed in relief after checking my mouth to see if it was still there as if his breath is visible My stomach growled and I remembered that I had to eat and that will be after cooking which will take up to an hour. I just hope he brought in those bags. I left my room almost immediately. When I got to the kitchen, the bags were lying carelessly on the counter with no one insight. Since I just arrived, I would not know what Susan will be having. You know, pregnant women and trouble are friends. I left to ask her
My noodle was ready and I dished mine out then left the one for Zain and his brother inside the pot and left the kitchen after getting a glass of orange juice for myself. I got to the living room and turned the TV on, then relaxed to have my noodles. It was just me and no one else, hoping that it will remain like that until I am done with lunch but that prayer was not answered. Owen walked in and dropped on my side of the couch. I was wondering when we became friends for him to sit near me. The last time I checked, he never said anything to me. "Is this how you do, you cook and eat all by yourself?"He asked and eyed my food. If he plans to eat my food then it's not going to work. I picked up my plate of Noodles and scooped some into my mouth, ignoring him totally. I gave him no answer to the question he asked rather I chewed my noodles nonchalantly. "I see you are rude"He said and snatched the plate of Noodles from me before I could even stop him. I glared at him then char
I was rooted in the same spot for five minutes. I could not just get the thought of Susan cheating on Zain out of my head. Why would she do that and even if she has to cheat, why with the pregnancy? She is carrying a soul and she doesn't need to discredit the little soul. I was angry that she had to think with her ass instead of her head and fact that it has to be Zain. It suits them both, I should not have a headache because of the two of them. They can live their lives the way they want. I turned around and left the room with the phone in my hand, pretending that I saw nothing. I handed the phone to her and left. I wasn't ready to see her reaction or if she would react. Susan can act and if anyone should know her too well it should be me. I got to my room and lay on the bed. I was not feeling myself and I could say I know why. I am missing mom and Tasha and at the same time feeling giddy which means I miss Moris. I contemplated calling him but decided to call
Their orders came and they settled in to have their drinks. "Zain, I was surprised when you called to say that we will be meeting today. I was wondering when you got back from picking up your sister-in-law. How is she doing?"Harrison said, breaking the silence that was almost enveloping us. "I don't know man, don't ask me. If you see her, you ask her" I said meanly. I don't like the fact that he brought up Jenny here. He had always fancied Jenny and had asked me on several occasions to give him her contact. I could not even bring myself to do it. "If only you would give her digits to me. I don't know why you don't want to do it. Are you planning on making her your second wife or what?"He asked. "Don't even go there, Harrison. I am married for heaven's sake""That's what you keep telling us when it's obvious you are still in love with your ex" I took a sip from my drink. "Zain, you have got to let your past go. She is not yours anymore. The earlier you get that
Jenny's point of view…. I stirred and opened my eyes. It was already dark and I could not believe I had slept for long without Susan waking me up. Or is she trying to be nice? I stretched myself and yawned, my body felt stuffed like I am not the one waking up from sleep now. I was supposed to be relaxed, not otherwise. I scratched my eyes trying to wake up fully. I was fully awake in a minute and placed my feet on the floor. At that moment a knock came out the door. "Perfect timing"I hissed audibly. The person at the door is lucky I am not still sleeping, if not my shadow would have answered him or her. The door opened before I could invite the person in, I was ready to lash at the person when I saw that it was Susan. She walked in and sat on my bed then stare at me. "Were you sleeping, Jenny?"She asked with a soft voice. I had to stylishly clean my ear to be sure I heard her correctly. "I was. Do you want me to do something for you?"I asked politely. "No, so
"We are with you every step of the way," Mom said after a while. The silence was threatening to engulf us, thank God she broke it. "You will have to do me a favor. In no circumstances should you tell anyone where I am. If possible, deny ever seeing me." I pleaded with Mom "It's going to be hard but we will do it," Miss Celine assured me, holding my shoulders. "I guess your mom and I had to be the one keeping ourselves company from now on. This is for the best. Just know that I will miss you dearly." She added, smiling at me. It seemed to break something inside me as tears were already filling my eyes. She held me tight, not letting go for several seconds before letting go and I wiped my tears. " Okay, guys let's go see what there is to eat?" She shouted and Michael wriggled himself down from my arms, both of them ran to her as she took them out of the room. She blew kisses to me before exiting the room "Find the kitchen yourself. You are now part of the family," Mom shouted after t
I continued when it was obvious she was not going to say anything until I was done "It was like nature was with me, your stay back home lingered and school wasn't opening anytime soon. I was initially at Tasha's place and her mom being a nurse, she was getting closer to knowing the truth so I looked for an alternative and that's where Miss Celine came in. My spirit accepted her the moment I saw her and I knew I was going to trust her, so we told her about my pregnancy and the circumstances surrounding it. She took me in without questions. I found out she was unmarried and which I found odd. I was eight months gone when you returned back home, I had to keep lying to you to let me be at Tasha's place. "After I delivered the twins three months to my sixteenth birthday, I could not keep lying to you so a month later I returned home and three months later school was reopened."She let go of my hands and sat on her bed, "so how did they survive without you and what about the money
I walked through the door and halted. The door was slightly opened so I was able to open it noiselessly. She was cooking and it was my favorite, oatmeal. Looked like she missed me and she decided to prepare the meal for her so she doesn't miss me much. I was just so glad she was okay, that b*stard did not harm her. I dropped my handbag on one of the dinner chairs and walked towards the kitchen, tiptoeing. She was having her back on me, facing the pot and stirring the content inside. Her hair was packed up and she had one of her favorite red long gowns on. I saw her back stiffened and she swiftly turned towards me. I stood moving and stared at her speechless. Her expression turned from rigid to surprise then to mild. She walked towards me in a flash and engulfed me in her arms,"oh! My baby! I have missed you so much." She said rocking me to and fro. I had to check my brain to remember when I saw her last and it was yesterday. How come she missed me so much? "Mom, I m
I stood fazed for a moment, trying to understand what she said. Like, was she for real. I have not got out of the one I entered and another lady was on the line to finish me completely but looking at the offer, it was something that would favor me. She was beautiful and curvy. How would Jenny feel if she gets to know that I replaced her the day she left? It would be depressing and I think I like the sound of that. "Is that all?" I asked, smiling. She was surprised, her expression said so. I bet you she was not expecting me to agree to that. "Yeah but are you for real?" she replied slowly, raising her eyebrows at me and looking puzzled. I sighed deeply before nodding and saying, "yes.""Or are you not interested again?" I questioned, raising my brows this time around. "Of course I am interested," she responded, getting up and smiling coyly at me, "I will do anything you want and you will not regret that.""I bet I won't. The name is Zain Zidat and you are?" "Lora Leigh.""Ni
For a moment I froze, not moving, allowing him to kiss me. It was grossing but I must admit, I kind of like the feeling but so to say, it was irritating at the same time.I slowly parted my lips and let out a breathy sigh against his mouth, I could feel Felix smiling against me.As he broke the kiss I felt a tingling sensation in my stomach. "How dare you kiss me like that?!" I snapped as I tried to pull away."How dare I!? Well, what'chu gonna do 'bout it? Don't try to escape me!" He smirked.I scoffed before crossing my arms "Oh yeah?""Yeah, you should feel lucky that it isn't me who is trying to get away right now."I narrowed my eyebrows at him. He smiled at me before chuckling.I huffed, "shut up!""Make me," he murmured under his breath before leaning forward kissing me again. I suddenly became angry and pushed him away, made to get out of the car but he gripped my wrist," I am sorry if I overstepped my boundary." He whispered.I sighed and leaned my head back on the head
"Hi Tasha, were you planning to leave without going into the ice cream shop?" Felix asked, walking over to me. He had a plastic bag with him and it looked like he just stepped out because his sports car was parked a few inches away from the shop or let's say he was just coming into the ice cream shop for the first time today which I doubted. I really don't get it, the Shylins are one of the richest in town yet Mrs Shylin, his grandmother runs an ice cream shop. I chuckled nervously," Ahaaa! not really."I responded, scratching my hair in an awkward manner. "Let me get this straight, you had in mind to come here and at the last minute, you changed your mind because you might run into me?" He caught me right there and I didn't know how to tell him he was wrong which I know he was not. I chuckled as I nodded, "yeah, that's what it sounds like."He gave me an odd look before he turned towards the door and started walking in. "Felix darling, where did you go?"I heard Mrs Shyli
Zain and Thomas met the trio at the entrance of the house as they were about to go out like Thomas requested. Thomas stared at Harrison and cringed, the aura he was getting from Harrison wasn't a good one and before he could understand why, Harrison spoke up. "Hey Zain, where are you going, looking like you lost your life," Harrison commented looking concerned. "I am just stepping out with Thomas, I did not realize you guys were coming over to my house." Zain said, trying not to look like his problem. "Oh, sorry about that. We came to congratulate Jenny on her engagement with you, telling you would have spoiled the surprise."Harrison said and walked in leaving them standing at the door. Zain turned to Thomas,"can we do this later?""Sure. When you are done let me know," Thomas replied, giving him a gentle smile and left for his own house. Zain turned on his heels and walked back into the house followed by Ethan and Nathan. Harrison was seated before the trio walked into the livi
Jenny's point of view… When I saw Celine's call, I was relieved. It means she was safe and sound with my kids. I had to pretend as if nothing was wrong because she was this sensitive person that smells your trouble from faraway. I was sitting inside the car, parked at a stop for over fifteen minutes now with no destination in mind. I knew I was going to go home but was I ready to explain to mom that I had kids? How I was able to hide the pregnancy from her. She will be mad, so mad that it would take grace for her to understand that I did what I did because I wasn't ready to face her. "I am glad you are but we need to talk." That statement alone was ready to give me a heart attack. Though this was not the first time she had mentioned 'we need to talk' that kind of thing. It was like her every other day phrase but today, regarding what I had gone through in the past few hours I wasn't sure if they were okay so I panicked. I was worried and expecting her to talk but she was taking ti
Zain's point of view…. The moment the door closed I went down on my knees, clutching my heart. It was breaking into pieces and I could not do anything about it. I did not stop her from leaving and I was not sure it was the right thing to do. What can I do for her to forgive me? Wasn't she supposed to tell me that she has not forgiven me instead of going this extreme and was I to hate her after everything? It was obvious she stopped loving me a long time ago and I had foolishly thought she still loved me. "Zain, it's your fault. If you had not looked in another direction, what is happening now would have been prevented. Deal with the rejection or find a way to get her back but let her off for a while, you both need your space." I advised myself which seemed like the worst advice ever. I was not strong enough to live without her, she actually gave me my ring back, wow! "Jenny, why?" I kept asking that question. This was too much for me to bear. She indeed planned this reven