Chapter 4
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Called in sick
Sola , William's driver knocked on the door .
Aishat opened from inside
Good afternoon, how can I help you ? . She asked while observing the strange face at the same time .
Mr Shonekan is here to see Miss Zainab. He said as he stepped aside and then Aishat noticed William standing tall out there .
She was shocked .
Is she in . William said noticing that she was hesitant to speak .
Yes she is , come in . She replied and made way in for him .
William the walked in arrogantly with his hands in his pant's trousers as he examined the house .
A small duplex with mini interior decoration .
Modest . He thought .
You can have your seat , I'll get Zainab .
She said and was about to walk away when they heard Zainab's voice .
Aishat where did you keep........ She was taken aback when she saw William in the living room .
Aishat quickly excused them .
I told Miss Folashade I was sick and wouldn't be able to make it to work today . She said scared that he would query her for not coming to work today .
William on the other hand had a different intention .
I know and that's why I came to check on you . He said as he rose up and then walked close to Zainab .
Zainab cleared her throat.
Hmmn we can just have a seat and do you care for anything , water , juice or wine ?
William nodded negatively and the duo sat down in opposite chairs .
Yes Daddy .Aishat said as she walked downstairs speaking to her father over the phone .
Okay .
Bye . Zainab said to William as she ushered him out .
Did some one visit you ? Lawal asked as he heard his eldest daughter bidding someone goodbye.
Yes , Zainab's boss .
Why ?
To check on her
To check on her . Lawal repeated and Aishat could sense the sarcasm in her voice .
Daddy you must come visit us next month
Hmmn
Daddy please . Aishat. Pleaded as she knew he was reluctant again just as he's always been .
Okay we'll try next month . Thank you Daddy .
Bye.
Aishat hung up and turned around only to bump in to Zainab .
Dad called ? Zainab asked
Yes .
He said they are going to try visit us next month.
It would be good if it really works out this time . Zainab said strolling upstairs
And you know Zainab ....... Aishat continued as she followed her sister .
Aishat are you not tired . Zainab complained
Okay but hear this ........
The next day .
Zainab walked into the conference room and met Folashade with Precious beside her. It seems like she was waiting for her .
Good morning ma. She greeted
What's so good about the morning young lady ? Folashade said taking offence .
Ma ? . Zainab said wondering why she was like this this morning she hasn't behaved like this to her since she's been working here .
You called in sick yesterday.
Yes ma
You're quite capable than I thought .
Precious behind Folashade the signalled to Zainab telling to keep quiet.
Then what was William doing in your house yesterday.
Oops . Zainab thought .
He only visited me .
Folashade sneered .
Listen carefully, I employed you and it would cost me nothing to thrash you out of SHK.
Folashade said and walked away
After she left , Precious walked up to Zainab and held her shoulders .
What were you thinking? Precious asked concerned.
He visited me and was I supposed to shut the door on him and why was he so pissed off. Zainab asked frustrated
You know she likes William but unfortunately for her he doesn't even gives her face that's why she got pissed off .
Oh but she seems older that him.
Not that she seems she his infact old enough to be his big sister but you're lucky I mean , William is very cold arrogant and stubborn.
And also insecure .
Precious chuckled .
Let's get to work .
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