Chapter 6

Jane’s POV.

Still sitting on the black office chair, with anxiety filling me. I was eager to hear the decision of the boss.

I watched him as he glued his eyes to my certificate and took a few glances at me. My hands became more sweaty, my feet were not an exception.

Although, Sarah had already encouraged me. She made mention of the job being a piece of cake for me to get because I was just the perfect fit for it.

“Mrs. Collins.” The boss called out again. This time I could see a slight smile on his face.

I became more worried because a smile like that could only mean two things, I got the job or he found something foolish about me.

“After my rigorous study of your certificate….” He uttered and paused, making me more eager to judge.

I knew he could see the tension written all over me. Maybe my sweaty palms became too visible or maybe he could see the pale look I had on my face.

“Well, the job’s yours. You are a perfect fit for this role in our company.” He added, causing a string of excitement in me to pull up.

Immediately, a smile plastered on my face as I thanked him for his kindness.

“Thank you so much, Sir, I promise I will not disappoint you or this company,” I spoke.

Saying this, I was already on my feet with my hands folded together, trying my best not to explode in happiness or even do my “weird” happy dance, as Sarah would say.

“Of course, I know you wouldn't.” The boss retorted.

I was sure he trusted me now, that I was a woman of hard work. I had to do my part by making sure I never gave him any doubts about my work.

He soon informed me I could resume on Monday.

As I was about to take my life, the boss called me.

Immediately, I turned to him. Ready to listen to his commands.

“You will get an email soon with all you need concerning your new job. Our dos and don'ts of the company.” 

I nodded in approval and then took my leave.

Outside his office, a different wave of happiness hit me. I wanted to cry. I knew it was tears of joy but I could not cry here now.

In a large company Hallway, tens of people passed. That was a no-no. I needed to get a hold of my emotions.

Soon, Sarah sighted me from where she sat.

“Janie!” She called out.

She wrapped her arms around me. 

“Hey Sarah, don't get me all emotional here,” I spoke to her. I tried my best not to let out the caged tears.

“You mean I can not congratulate my best friend anymore?” She added, her hands were now off me by this time.

“What if I said I didn't get the job?” I uttered.

Sarah rolled her eyes at me and burst out into uncontrollable laughter.

I pinched her on her arm, “Sarah, we are in the hallway.” I said, reminding her of where we were so she couldn't just burst out laughing in such a way.

These people could think she was going crazy.

Well, Sarah didn't care about anyone's opinion and that was one of her traits I admired a lot. 

“Okay, I’m calm now. What were you saying? What prank were you planning to play now?” 

She knew there was no way I got rejected but still, there was no harm in pulling her legs.

I chuckled slightly before I proceeded to tell her I was kidding.

Sarah celebrated. It was as if she was the one who got a new job.

“We need to pop champagne. This calls for a celebration.” She added.

“Fine fine but not here,” I said. 

I held her arm and led her to an elevator with me to exit the company.

Now on the ground floor, we proceeded to the exits and Sarah suddenly screamed “Guys! My bestie got a job here.”

I felt embarrassed at first but soon everyone who heard her began to congratulate me.

My cheeks became light pink as I blushed and hurriedly left the company.

“I knew you were crazy but not to this extent.” I teased Sarah.

She didn’t even bother giving me a response all I got was a silly wink.

We both burst out into uncontrollable laughter.

Soon, we found a bus and headed home.

On our way, Sarah had to alight at a store to get the champagne for the celebration. 

I couldn’t accompany her because I needed to get to my children soon.

Hopefully, they hadn't turned their grandparents into clowns to entertain them.

••••

Immediately I opened the day to pace my way into the house. Keana glued her little body to mine. 

Her little cute hands were wrapped around my legs, with her head on my tummy. She was that short.

It was all cute but I thought of how she knew I had arrived.

“Keana,” I called out.

She moved her head away a bit and looked up at me.

“Are you sitting at the doorstep waiting for me?” 

She nodded a yes.

Keana could be emotional sometimes. She wasn't used to anything having me around but I guess she would just have to adjust somehow.

“Let’s get this party started!” I heard Sarah scream behind me.

Sarah had the energy of a teenager, not a pregnant woman.

Well, Keana pulled away from me and hugged her Aunty Sarah. Her brothers soon joined.

My parents hurried out as well wondering what all the noise was for.

Sarah of course enlightened them on the good news.

We all had a wonderful time dancing and eating away.

Night fell soon and the children were in bed.

I could take a rest now.

I stared at the ceiling wondering what the next two days would have installed for me before drifting away into my wonderland.