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Chapter 7
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2024-10-29 19:42:56Seven Years Later
TARA'S POV
"What sort of friend am I." I asked myself as I thought about my best friend Cassandra, Cas for short.
She is very beautiful, a definition of the melanin goddess. We clicked at a friend's party during my fresh man year in the uni. How we met will be a story for another day.
My bestie went on a date yesterday and I haven't called her.
The ringing of my phone brought me out of my thoughts. She is the one calling.
(Phone rings:XOXO❤❤) talk of the devil
"Babe watssup" Cas said
"I dey o(Am fine)." I replied her
"You no go work ni(You didn't go to work)?" she asked me
"I dey off duty jawe(Am on off duty)...sorry I couldn't call you since yesterday; how was your date?" I asked her
"God mehn, the date was so fantastic, the guy was so cool and acted gentlemanly." she replied
"Awwn....Awwnn.. I go love o," I cooed
"Abeg free me jare(Leave me alone), he has not even asked me out." she said jokingly
"Continue saying that o, don't you know he already has feelings for you," I said more like a question
"Abeg I don hear you o(I have you)... But Tara don't you think is high time you give a man another chance in your heart." she said with seriousness
"Hmmm... Babes but you know he asked me to wait for him," I said
"I know, but is five years already, you need to move on my sister." She said finally
"OK o, have heard u (Door bell rings)... I need to go now, someone is at the door " I told her
"Okay love, later babe,"
"Bye B."
(Opens the door)
"Mom!.. How are you doing ma?" I asked her
"Oko mi(my dearest), how are you doing?" Mum asked
"Mom am fine....But where are you coming from all dressed up like this?" I asked her
"Am coming from my friend's daughter wedding ceremony, " she said
"Oh ok, which of your friends again this time?" I said her because she is party freak
"You will know her, Mrs Cokers," Mom said
"Oh the same Mrs Cokers that her husband works in AIT abi?" I asked again
"Yes my daughter...the wedding was so interesting ęhn...all the men of timbre and calibre was there. I swear, the wedding scream money." She said finally
"Mum what did you expect...how is Daddy?" I asked her
"He is fine my baby. But Omotara don't you think is high time you bring a man home, you are not getting any younger," she said with a tone of seriousness
"Here we go again." I thought to myself
"I will mum, very soon. What did you want me to prepare for you?" I asked trying to end the subject of discussion
"Anything you cook will do my baby." she said
As I walked to the kitchen, I couldn't help but smile at what my mom said earlier the other time..... All this Nigerian mothers sef.
I looked at the necklace on my neck with the heart shaped pendant, and smiled sadly.... I didn't know when I blurted out
"Hey Idiot when will you come back"
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TARA'S POV
Being a domestic violence nurse could be very stressful at times but it also has its own benefit. You tends to meet different people all the time.
I wonder why some men behave like animal sometimes. The last case brought to my table was so disheartening.
I couldn't help but think about it. The man would beat his wife blue and black and later rape her... Gosh who does that. The lady was so depressed when she came to my office, I had to direct her to my charity organization for better care.
Yeah apart from my modelling and nursing career, I also run a charity organization for domestic violence. My ringing tone jolts me out of my thought....seems like is my manager calling....
"Hy Manager," I said teasing him
"Watssup Babe....have told you to stop this manager teasing stuff," he said
"Lol...am not lying nah, are you not managing me very well?" I couldn't help but laugh
"Yeah I am but it would had been better, if you allowed me to mange the other side of you very well." He said emphasizing the last part
"Alex nah, please let's not go to that discussion today." I said knowing where the discussion will lead to.
"Okay babe. Anyways I called to inform you that you have been chosen to be the brand ambassador of Best Global Petrochemical Ltd," He said
"Yay; are you seriously serious about it?" I asked him
"Yeah babe, your contract with them start in the next three month.... Congratulations baby." He said finally
"Awnn...Awnn....thanks so much dear. Am so happy right now," I said with so much excitement
"Anything for you babe.... I have to go now, will talk to you later. Bye." He said
"Bye and take care of yourself." I said while I hung up the call
Yeah, that is Alexander Badmus. My one hell stubborn manager. We clicked at an audition held for models three years ago.
Being an upcoming, which I was then, he offered to be my manager and I accepted the offer right away.
Apart from being my manager, he had been a supportive, caring and a loyal friend.
But something happened last year, when we went for a photoshoot at Santorini(Greece).....
Flashback
"Alex what is so special about this sunset that everyone came to look at?" I asked
"Babe chillax, you will soon know." he said reassuredly
"Wow, this is very beautiful, I wished am staying here to be able to see the sunset everyday," I said
"I told you... But you know watching you is more beautiful than this sunset.... Because you glow even without a sun. You are the dream woman of every guy. And you wouldn't blame me if I said am already in love with you." Alex said finally
"Gosh.... I can't believe it," I said not knowing what to say
"Yeah I know you wouldn't want to. But babe believe me, I really love you and I wouldn't mind you being my girlfriend. I love you to the extent that you are the only one that comes to my mind day-in-day-out." He said finally
"Alex, I wouldn't want to hurt your feelings because am not ready for a relationship right now. You are a great guy and every lady will want to have you as their husband but am so sorry I can't accept your proposal." I said though I felt sorry for him but there is nothing I could do
"Okay babe... I won't force you but I won't also give up on you." He said with a tone of finality.
(End of flashback )
But ever since then, he never ceased to showed me how much he loves and care for me with every opportunity he got.
Wow am the brand ambassador of Best Global Petrochemical Ltd. But the name rings a bell.
"Could it be that he is back in Nigeria?"
No it can't be.... He can't be in Nigeria without reaching out to me.
"But Tara is being seven years already." My subconscious told me.
I quickly brushed the thought aside and hope it is not true.
Kaugnay na kabanata
Till I Met You Chapter 8
ERIC'S POVEver since I came back to Nigeria, six months ago, I have been very busy. Being the CEO of a rising company was not that easy.Yeah am Olaitan Eric Olaosebikan, only son of Engr. Olaosebikan and the sole apparent heir to the Best Global investments.Her thoughts never left my mind for the past six years have been in London. Little did I know, that my dad had some plans for me when I left the country six years ago.I was so happy when my P.A told me that Tara Banks had been chosen to be our brand ambassador three months ago.I will get to see my Eve again. I wonder what she would think about me."Sir, Miss Omotara Banks is at the reception," My secretary said bringing me out of my thoughts."Tell her to come in." I finally said still feeling a little bit anxious.TARA'S POV
Till I Met You Chapter 9
TARA'S POVAfter that incident at Best Global, I hadn't been myself. I felt like committing suicide but whenever it came to my mind, I always thought about my parents, my friends and everyone around me.I had to take one week absent leave from the hospital. Thanks to Cassandra and Alex, they took turn to take care of me. Alex had been so supportive. He took me out almost everyday.Today being Friday, we settled for the cinema to watch movie, but before that he said we should do some window shopping.So we ended up going to Ikeja City Mall. But something happened, we saw Eric and Annabelle and I lost interest immediately. They walked up to us upon seeing me."Omotara," He said"Mr Olaosebikan how are you doing... Meet Alexander Badmus my manager," I said"Am okay... Wow Alexander the gre
Till I Met You Chapter 10
ERIC'S POVI woke up to a throbing headache. Memories of yesterday came like flash, flooding my brain. I swear, I will not drink much again. As I left my king-size bed, I made up my mind to call my secretary because I won't be able to go to the company today."Hy Pamela." I greeted her"Good morning Sir, how are you doing?" She said at the other end"Am fine and you?" I asked"Am okay sir." She said"Okay, please am not coming to office today, so reschedule all my meetings." I said"Alright sir, hope no problem?" She asked with concern"Not at all. I only had a slight headache." I answered her"Okay sir, do take care of yourself." She said finally"And you too." I saidI dropped my phone an
Till I Met You Chapter 11
TARA'S POVSaturday came really fast. I was anxious because I didn't want to get emotional. Cassandra wouldn't fail to remind me since Tuesday that she would take care of my outfit.She said and I quote 'Omotara, you have to dress to kill on that day, so that he would know what he had lost.' That explained why she was here.Cassandra picked a crop top and a denim jacket with a high waist jeans trouser. She applied little makeup on my face with a gloss on my lips.I matched my outfit with a silver heels and black shade. I sprayed myself my Nautica Perfume and set to go but not without looking at the mirror. I was so in love with myself...Simple but Classy."Not sure yet, but if at all am leaving, I will call you." She said finally"Ok babe." I said while leaving the houseI picked my car keys and drove to the venue.
Till I Met You Chapter 12
A/N: I will be introducing Anabelle POV. Seat back and enjoy because the story just begin.ERIC'S POVI didn't know that I had talked that much but then I had to let it out and I was so happy I did. I was super happy that Omotara finally forgave me.I tried asking her if she could take me back though I knew it was too early but part of me longed for a Yes from her but then I got a No.She offered friendship but am happy she confessed her love which gave me the opportunity to shoot my shot anytime because I still got a space in her heart.I smiled at myself as I thought about her reaction when I told her there was nothing between Anna and I.(Phone ring: Pamela)"Yes Pamela, tell me." I said as soon as I picked the call&
Till I Met You Chapter 13
TARA'S POVMonday morning was always stressful for me either at the hospital or my charity foundation.I was on off duty at the hospital, so I decided to be at the foundation, Tara Banks Domestic Violated Women Foundation.The foundation was meant for the voiceless women to seek justice and helped to overcome their trauma.I picked a recent case file on my table to study it but was distracted by my phone ringing tone.(Phone rings: Alex❤)"Happy new year." I said laughing"Lol... What did you mean nah." He replied at the other end laughing really hard"Nothing o, my Lordship." I replied"You are not serious, so how have you been?" He asked"Great, fine, anything you could think of." I replied smiling"Uhn..hope you didn't miss me too much because I do." He said finally
Till I Met You Chapter 14
ERIC'S POVRECAPI was so angry at Anabelle but I had to conceal it from Tara so that it would not ruin our lunch date.After the date, I dropped her at the foundation and drove to my father's mansion instead of going back to the company....I hoped and prayed that he would be at home.I arrived there some hours later and drove into the compound, his car was there."Thank goodness, he is at home." I thought to myselfI pressed the door bell and nanny Mercy opened the door.Nanny Mercy had been my nanny since childhood. She was like a mother figure to me ever since I lost my mother and I love and cherish her.Rumour had it that her step-mother cast a spell on her which cause her inability to get any suitors not to talk of getting married."Oh, nanny, good afternoon," I greeted smiling&nb
Till I Met You Chapter 15
TARA'S POVI woke up with a throbbing headache, thanks to the girls out I had with Cas yesterday.I got up from my king-size bed and kissed my teddy bear. Childish?, yeah... But I really love teddy bears.I did my prayers and went to the bathroom to freshen up. I left the bathroom some minutes later and wore a blue tank top with a black mini skirt and went to the kitchen.I poured myself some quantity of cornflakes with moderate milk and sugar. I added water and ate it before I took the paracetamol.I left the kitchen for my room to pack the things I will be needing at Ikorodu for the weekend. After I packed it, I took a broom to sweep the house.Having satisfied with the chores, I went to the bathroom for a cold shower. I wore a blue strapless gown and marched it with a pair of black sandal.I sprayed my Nautica perfume and took
Pinakabagong kabanata
Till I Met You Chapter 22
A/N: This chapter will be only in Tara's POV. And most of the songs are Nigerian music so apologies to my non Nigerian readers.We arrived at Caritas event centre some minutes later. The event hall was decorated with wine colour and some mixture of champagne gold and white.The venue screamed money and that have always been my dream since I was young. To find my Prince Charming, get married in an expensive way and live happily ever after.I smiled at the childish thought as I alighted from the vehicle that conveyed my husband and I."This is the time we have all been waiting for," The MC voice blast from the sound systemThe bridal trains were all inside the hall, excluding Eric and I, waiting for the grand entrance. I was so nervous and I couldn't help looking at Eric. He gave me a light kiss and a reassuring smile.
Till I Met You Chapter 21
TARAThe expected day have finally arrived. My wedding day, the day I will finally become Mrs Olaosebikan. It felt like yesterday when the date was picked after we had our introduction.I was so exhausted. I didn't get enough time to rest because my bridal shower was done till late in the night. And my beautiful sleep was disturbed by the yelling of my MUA(Makeup Artist)."Who sleep on her wedding day duh..." My inner mind chided meI had to get ready on time though, if I don't want to be late for the wedding since the church service is scheduled for 9am.All through the makeup session, I was nervous and at the same time happy. The girls were there to make me laugh with their numerous gists.Speaking of the girls, Cassandra was my chief bridesmaid, while Rose, Pamela, Catherine and my cousins from the maternal side(Arabella and Isabella) were my b
Till I Met You Chapter 20
ERICI prayed silently to God to save Omotara throughout the ride to the hospital. We arrived at the hospital premises and the nurses in the ambulance wheeled Tara inside the hospital while I followed suit."Mr Olaosebikan, you aren't allowed to move further than this." One of the nurse said stopping meI stayed back at the reception while I watched my Eve being wheeled to the operating theater. I signed all the required documents.I called her parents and informed them about the outcome of things and told them the address of the hospital. I called my dad also and her friends.Hours later, the doctor came out of the operating theatre and I walked closer to him."Doctor, how is Omotara?" I asked"She is out of danger now but she slipped into coma after the operation. The bullet hit her stomach but thankf
Till I Met You Chapter 19
ANABELLEIt's almost two weeks that I had Tara kidnapped. Though I haven't been to where she was because of the cops but I had cleared my name, thanks to my influential dad.I decided to go pay her a visit at my dad's warehouse. I got there some hours later. I parked my car some distance away to avoid easy recognition, then I trekked to the warehouse.I met one of Sharp Shooter guys, who was securing the entrance. He hailed me and I gave him some money."Where is your boss?" I asked"He is inside with the prey," He replied"Okay." I said smilingI went inside and met Tara with Sharp Shooter. She looked so unkempt and pale."Mama," He hailed me"Uhm... Thanks for the job well done," I said smiling"You welcome," He said&nb
Till I Met You Chapter 18
ERIC"What!"That was the only thing I said before my phone fell off my ear. I was shivering and at the same time sweating. I don't know what to do, whom to call or what to say."Sir are you okay?" Pamela voice brought me out of my thoughtsHave totally forgotten I had a company in the office."You can go now," I said as calmly as I canI watched how she left my office without uttering another word.I paced up and down the office without knowing what to do. I couldn't call her parents now. I picked my phone from the floor to call my dad.Luckily for it, it didn't have any scratch but that was the least of my concern. I dialled his number and he picked almost immediately."Dad," I said"Son, what is the matter, why is your voice down?" He asked wit
Till I Met You Chapter 17
THIRD PERSONAs soon as Eric untied Tara from the chair, Anabelle appeared."Wow, look who we have here, Mr lover boy," She said pointing the gun at Tara"Anabelle, please drop the gun," Eric plead"And why should I drop it?" She fired back.... "Now that you are here, I finally thought of something. Making Tara suffer by watching me kill you first will be best before killing her," She said smiling mischievously as she pointed the gun at Eric"Anabelle, please don't do anything to Eric, am the one you had business with, leave him out of this," Tara said weaklyAnabelle's laughter filled the whole room as Tara begged her"The witch can still talk," She said still laughing"Anna, please don't pull the trigger," Eric beggedBut it was too late, as she pulled the trigger. Eric clo
Till I Met You Chapter 16
ERIC'S POVI laid on my bed while surfing the internet. I had called Pamela earlier today to inform her of my absent to work since my schedule is empty.I stumbled on a post about Tara. Just then my mind went to our phone call in the morning. I smiled as I thought about it."So awkward."I decide to order a banquet of red rose with some chocolate bars to make up for the awkward discussion.As soon as I placed the order, I went to the bathroom for a shower. I wore a casual Tee with a black trouser for the family dinner and drove out of my mansion.I arrived at my dad's mansion two hours later. I pressed the doorbell while nanny Mercy opened the door."Nanny," I said half postrating"Olaitan, how are you doing?" She asked smiling"Am fine ma, what about you?""Am o
Till I Met You Chapter 15
TARA'S POVI woke up with a throbbing headache, thanks to the girls out I had with Cas yesterday.I got up from my king-size bed and kissed my teddy bear. Childish?, yeah... But I really love teddy bears.I did my prayers and went to the bathroom to freshen up. I left the bathroom some minutes later and wore a blue tank top with a black mini skirt and went to the kitchen.I poured myself some quantity of cornflakes with moderate milk and sugar. I added water and ate it before I took the paracetamol.I left the kitchen for my room to pack the things I will be needing at Ikorodu for the weekend. After I packed it, I took a broom to sweep the house.Having satisfied with the chores, I went to the bathroom for a cold shower. I wore a blue strapless gown and marched it with a pair of black sandal.I sprayed my Nautica perfume and took
Till I Met You Chapter 14
ERIC'S POVRECAPI was so angry at Anabelle but I had to conceal it from Tara so that it would not ruin our lunch date.After the date, I dropped her at the foundation and drove to my father's mansion instead of going back to the company....I hoped and prayed that he would be at home.I arrived there some hours later and drove into the compound, his car was there."Thank goodness, he is at home." I thought to myselfI pressed the door bell and nanny Mercy opened the door.Nanny Mercy had been my nanny since childhood. She was like a mother figure to me ever since I lost my mother and I love and cherish her.Rumour had it that her step-mother cast a spell on her which cause her inability to get any suitors not to talk of getting married."Oh, nanny, good afternoon," I greeted smiling&nb
