Paparazzi

I can't believe Tania was able to convince me to go to the mall with her even when I was so sure that the outcome wasn't going to be as planned. Trust Tania, she just can't take No for an answer. Now look at me hidding in the change room because of the paparazzi outside. There's nothing wrong in going to a shopping mall but when you become a star, you can't risk having a carefree life as you will always be on camera.

Mrs King: "Tania!" I called her, but she didn't seem to hear me as she was busy flirting with one of the workers here. For real, this girl doesn't have shame. She's that kind of friend that can annoy the shit out of you and still manage to make you smile. Tania and I have come a long way, we've known each other since we were in high school and she was there for me when I was struggling with my life and career. Whenever I didn't get a role I auditioned for then, Tania will always say "You did your best but that role wasn't for you" she will get ice cream for me from the little salary she gets from her job to cheer me up. She will always be my best friend and I can't trade her for anything.

Tania: "Did you see that hot white guy?" She interrupted my thoughts and I had no idea when she got here. "Dude that guy is so fineeee" she said, acting like a kid that was given candy.

Mrs King: "First of all Tania, I'm not your dude. Secondly, stop hopping like a squirrel and thirdly, get me out of this dress!"

Tania: "What's wrong with the dress?"

Mrs King: "It's too tight!"

Tania: "It's not!" She said, coming closer to check out the dress, "it's perfect" she concluded. "Stop whining girl and just try the others" my eyes instantly went to the heap of clothes that was selected by Tania which made me growl and ask myself why I agreed to shop with Tania when I know she's a fashion freak.

Mrs King: "Tania do I really need these much clothes?" I queried some more, hoping to change her mind.

Tania: "Dude you know you can't whine your way out of these beauty" she said, pointing at the heap of clothes before she unzipped the dress I was wearing "Change Now!" She hit my ass and walked out of the change room. I growled at her but she probably didn't hear me seeing that she had resumed flirting with the 'hot white guy'. 

I can't believe this whole place is still choked up by paparazzi after two hours! I really need to go home and rest, hiding from paparazzi won't work as they are ready to wait. So I waited for Tania to finish with the payment so we can leave but she was taking so much time which made me go back to check on her. I was amazed at the sight of Tania and the hot sales guy hugging each other as the hot guy took a selfie of them with his phone. "Is it even ethical?" I wondered, I just stood there with my bodyguard Jack who didn't seem to care about what Tania was doing as he kept looking around and watching everyone. They both exchanged phone numbers and waved themselves bye before Tania picked up our bags and happily bounced towards us.

Mrs King: "You don't have shame" I told her when she got close to me.

Tania: "Shut up!" She rolled her big eyes which made us burst into laughter. "C'mon let's leave here!"

My bodyguard Jack led the way and as soon as we stepped out of the elevator, the paparazzi started taking photos of us, of me especially, while I kept giving them my best smile. Jason my driver walked up to us and helped carry the bags Tania was struggling with into the booth while jack opened the door for us. In no time we were out of the premises, with the paparazzi still taking photos. "These people must really love their jobs" I thought.

Tania: "Dude have you gone through the script? Will you need me to help you with it?"

Mrs King: "Yes I have and I must say it's a good one. Don't worry about helping out, I'm good."

Tania: "Africa huh!" She raised her brows while smirking.

Mrs King: "I know, right?! Do we have to go that far?" 

Tania: "C'mon girl! It's going to be so much fun and trust me you are going to love it in Nigeria" she happily chiped in 

Mrs King: "I hope so." I just can't seem to stop myself from thinking about our movie trip to Africa. I love Africa so much not just because I'm Kenyan but there's something unique about Africans, their culture, their food and they are so accommodating but I have never been to Nigeria although Tania has told me so much about Nigeria. Yes, she's a Nigerian by birth and I know she must have missed so much there. I have some scenes that will be shot in Nigeria and it makes me nervous since I will be leaving my comfort zone for a while but I kind of also love the challenge and I have this feeling that it's going to be a wonderful experience.

Tania: "Do you know that Cardi B just came back from Nigeria and she loved it there?! Trust me baby girl, you will love it there."

Mrs King: "Tania you already told me that so many times that I can't keep count. I know you are happy going home and I hope it will be as you have said it. Plus I can't wait to taste the famous Nigerian jollof rice!"

Tania: "Yes! I promise you are going to love Nigerian delicacies."

I could see the excitement all over her. When I first got the movie script and found out about our trip to Nigeri, I had to let Tania know and since then she has been so excited. Our visit to the mall today was because of the trip to Africa next month, she wants us to look out best in Nigeria, which made me wonder what the country looks like. Apart from the knowledge that the country is quite hot and they love spicy food, I really don't know anything else.

The door of my car was opened by my driver. I didn't know when we got to the mansion. I stepped out with Tania as some maids came out to grab our stuff as we walked into the house. I quickly opened the fridge to get water and quench my thirst.

Tania: "Dude I'm going up to your room to see what else you will be needing for the trip" she said before taking the stairs.

Mrs King: "Alright. I will be with you soon" when she was completely out of sight, I called one of the maids to ask if my husband returned home today and she responded "yes" adding that he came home to freshen up and went out again. I nodded my head and thanked her before taking the stairs up.