Love at the Falling Bridge

Love at the Falling Bridge

Love at the Falling Bridge

It was one of the powerful fights I have ever seen. It was light Jackie Chan in a kung fu fight with Jet Lee. At first, when I woke up, I thought my friend was getting destroyed by punches that flew as first as lightning. You would think the guy just graduated from kung fu. I started getting worried about my friend who was at the helm of death. Dinah, just watching happily without offering any assistance. I knew things were thick. But worse enough Dinah`s behavior that drastically changed, not only stressed me but also surprised me.

It was early morning, and a cold wind was blowing, carrying with it all kinds of dirt. I woke up and opened the door only to be hit by dust in my eyes. I regretted why I woke up that early morning when the sun rays were seen from a far distance. I could guess it was 6.00 AM.

This situation made my morning more horrible after a stressful night. I had slept unhappy after a bit of a quarrel with my girlfriend, Brenda, over a few issues. And I thought maybe morning would be a good day.

But those happenings seem to have signified to me that the day was not going to be any better! It was horrible!

I went back to bed, trying to catch up on the remaining sleep so that I can console myself. But all was in vain. I rolled in bed several times without getting any sleep. I turned from west to east to south and north completing a-360° angle. My mind gazed with many questions that lacked answers. The nap was no more!

I tried to figure out how I would pass my sorry request to her without igniting an argument or a fight. It was difficult for me since this was my first relationship, and I had no incurred something of that sort.

You can guess how hard it was for me to navigate through the situation. To me, a bridge was falling, and a big river was going to separate us. My worry was where to get the materials to construct another stable bridge. I needed original products.

Dark shadow followed me purposefully to darken the young relationship that I thought was going far.

A day before that day was her birthday, and I had prepared a surprise gift for her. The gift was to be delivered by her closest friend Dinah. I bought a present together with ice cream and sent it to her friend`s address. She was studying in a different city from where I was. And due to the novel corona-virus restrictions and lockdown, I could not travel.

Since the lady was a bit far from where the birthday was to take place. I had to send her transport money. I later learned that I trusted too much, and she told me that I am too good. I did not know that it will be many consequences on my side.

The party kicked off very well from the start. Towards the end, things changed. Dinah was a no-show at the party! She converted the gift to be hers.

Things went west. It became uncontrollable. Dinah told Brenda that she did not receive her gift, and what she only has was her present. She went ahead and showed her the money that I sent her. “Your guy loves me so much, and he will choose me over you any moment,” she texted.

Moments later, I received a call, what I only heard ‘you are a dog like the other men, trash as usual. I thought you were better.’ I tried to ask what informed such words, she said, ask your baby boo, Dinah. I was shocked!

I later own learned that Dinah did not attend the party nor deliver the present. And that she had turned the gift to be hers. I tried to explain myself to Brenda nut things were out of hand. “You have been too good to her. You have always cared for her before as if we are co-wife,” she said. I knew I was in the frying burn. Proving my point was not easy. She told me that I had several male friends with whom I could send that. But I decided to settle on Dinah. “You have Fred and Juma, who is very close to you, but you trusted Dinah more them! Why?” Brenda shouted.

She could not pick my calls nor reply to my messages anymore. My efforts to use my friends to settle the matter bore no fruits. I felt like I could fly to where she and allow her to beat me to her satisfaction, but it was not possible. She told me that she was done with me. I thought for a moment the world was coming to an end.

Night came and was all a nightmare, just like watching hora movies. And when I woke up, things were the same. I cursed corona, in cursed lockdown, I cursed the government for being irresponsible in handling covid-19 which led to the lockdown. It is because I thought that all this contributed to my tragedies.

The bridge was really falling so fast, and I had nothing, absolutely nothing to help me prevent its fall. The fallen bridge!

When I woke up, I realized that my phone was off because it had already run out of charge. I decided to charge it. When I switched it on, and I found several messages from Brenda that she had tried to call me. I also found a voice mail from her.

At first, I was hesitant to listen to the message because I did not want any heartbreak. But I decided to listen to the voice message. And this was the message, “sweetheart, I am sorry for having overreacted yesterday. I know that you are not to blame. Dinah is to blame for trying to force herself unto you. Forgive me if I have hurt you. I am sorry for my actions towards you. I love you so much. The present is not as important as our love and should not separate us. I treasure you so much but do not trust you so much or be too good. Have a blessed night dear”

I shouted with happiness! I ran to the bathroom, took a shower, and came back so fast. I was relieved at last. I call her with joy and with the eagerness of listening to her soft voice at last! The bridge was firm again, and I was sure it was going far. From that moment, I realized that trusting so much or being too good had a consequence.

Chapter Two

`Hello, ` her soft voice came. I held my voice for a while, then I replied by saying hello also. It was the most awaited moment in my life. At first, I thought I was sleeping, so I had to rub my eyes against my wrist as I pinch myself. It showed to me that I was not sleeping nor hallucinating.

`Hello, ` I replied slowly. I was nervous a bit. She told me that she had forgiven me, and she understood what transpired. To me, this was long overdue because my night was longer than usual.

I thought the world was coming to an end on my side. I knew I had trusted so much. But then, the biggest hurdle was lying ahead of me, and that is how to keep my future relationship flourishing. I knew it wasn`t going to be easy. I realized that learning from your own mistakes was the dense experience than learning from others. I braced myself for what recline ahead of me. I believed that there was hope, light, and good things forthwith for which courage and zealousness were required.

I could afford to lose such a jewel, gold, and a beautiful and glamorous soul on earth. She was the only one who gave me peace of mind now and then. Her appearance was happiness and peace in itself. She was a woman above all else. She inexplicably made me feel good when I am around her and send sadness when she was far.

I promised her that when the lockdown gets lifted, I will visit her in school. I did beg her to consider my humble behavior of generosity. I knew this was going to be a problem for me going forward.

After that call, I felt a little relieved as one problem had gone. I thanked God as I say a little prayer. I prepared myself for the work of the day with happiness and joy.

Two weeks later, the lockdown got lifted, paving waving for free movement across the country. It allowed me to go and see my fiancé. I had kept her with daily communications through calls and messages.

All had gone well. I did prepare myself well the following weekend, just after the lockdown got lifted.

I was eager to see her after seven months, far from each other. I prepared myself one Saturday morning, and off I began the journey. As I traveled, I remembered when we first met. I would say she is loud conceited. She is an exceptionally hardworking lady. Who doesn`t quit when things become tough but pushes them through. This character leaves me admiring her so much.

Within no time, the long-distance came to an end. I alighted from the bus, and I went straight into her place, where she stays. I got filled with happiness and joy. I could feel some somewhat satisfaction in my soul that gave me enormous peace! It was the day I had longed for, and my thirst was getting quenched.

When I saw her come towards me, I became so happy. And smiles were all over my face. As she got closer and closer, her beauty became shining every moment. She is a beautiful jewel that is rare to find. My heart started glowing with happiness. I ran towards her with joy. I could not hide my satisfaction from her, and it was crystal clear from my face.

The moment I got to where she was, I had gathered enough strength to lift her. The hag I got gave me comfort and warmth that is not anywhere other than her madly love. Even though our first meeting was good, I noticed something from a distance from her reaction. It was not usual of her! That psyche in her was low. Because we were meeting after seven months of being away from each other was not such much. I felt like she was hiding something from me. The reason is that I knew her inside out. However, I silently gave myself hope saying that I may have over judged her. I felt weak, it was like my bones and my flesh were eating each other. I was going to lose a jewel a gold and a precious gift.

`Did she not forgive me? is she still holding grudge?` I ask myself but I found no answers. That is where i knew that the world for a boy child is unfair. Trying to please a lady as well as prosper in your own work are two different things altogether. and you have to commit yourself to both and make sure that all succeed. God really created us differently. However this is not an easy thing it require heart, not just heart, but heart coated with iron.

i had to humble myself so that i can solve this situation amicably. I knew it was not going to be easy. I have never prayed before., but that day i knew there is a God in heaven who authors everything. I had to say a small prayer to God and requested him to stand by my side. i told him that even though I have never been his friend, but to have mercy on me. And i had faith!

Chapter Three

`Hello baby, how are you! ` I greeted her as I lift her. It was a long hag after we stay apart from each other for a very long period. The kiss on her mouth was so sweet, and I felt I could kiss her for long. `I am doing good sweetheart! I have missed you a lot! ` Her soft voice came. After the lengthy greetings, we walk together into the house. I got an opportunity to see through her eyes, and I realized that something was wrong.

When we arrived, I got tempted to ask her if something is disturbing her. But then I restrain. But as time goes by, I could not resist anymore, since sometimes she could shout in the middle of the conversation. Could there be something wrong? I kept asking myself. But I could not remember any time I did her wrong.

I decided to ask her to reduce my curiosity. She adamantly refused to admit it. What she could say was that everything was wrong. But her statements were the opposite of what she has been. I knew from the bottom of my heart that’s all was not good.

I was heartbroken! I asked her whether she did not like my visitor or rather the gifts I brought. I was also confused. I thought for a second that maybe she had changed the things she like most. But I needed to know what happened so that I know what to do in the future.

But a huge and heavily built guy entered the house. He greeted her with love and warmth. The hag itself shows that there is more than meets the eye. His name was John. The presence of John made things worse. She started to change her reaction. I knew things were not good, and something was getting hidden from me.

Fortunately, I got a call from my closest friend Joe. It had been a long time hearing from him. So I had to go out. It took me longer than usual catching up with my friend. But as I came, I heard something that shocked me. My nerves were shocked, and I felt weak that I almost fell. But I struggled to put myself together with strength. Was I getting wiped out? I asked myself.

Was he calling my fiancé darling? I could believe it. But what made things worse is that she referred to me as her brother.

I knew my Dinah won`t do much to me. But I might have been wrong! I had to call my friend, a very close ally of mine. He was a graduate of military science. And I knew he could do the best job for me. He did not hesitate my call, and within no time, he arrived.

By this time, we were arguing with the guy who is the legitimate owner of Dinah. Dinah was just silent without saying anything. It disgusted me so much that I felt like I should give in but noo! I needed to fight to the tooth. `You do not know how to take care of a beautiful lady like her. It is beyond you, Mr. Jack! Just leave it to people who know how to provide for them. And stick to your lane! ` John shouted to me. His words were like a two-edged sword piercing through my soul. I wanted to counter him by responding, but I received a resounding slap that sends me down. What I heard last was, `don`t you dare insult me! ` I started seeing stars, and all of a sudden, everywhere turned into darkness.

Good enough my, friend Joe arrived at the point of getting a slap. It created a lot of commotion. I woke up from the heavy fights. The other guy had a heavily built body, a gym guy, and the other one was a military graduate.

It was one of the powerful fights I have ever seen. It was light Jackie Chan in a kung fu fight with Jet Lee. At first, when I woke up, I thought my friend was getting destroyed by punches that flew as first as lightning. You would think the guy just graduated from kung fu. I started getting worried about my friend who was at the helm of death. Dinah, just watching happily without offering any assistance. I knew things were thick. But worse enough Dinah`s behavior that drastically changed, not only stressed me but also surprised me.

But things would turn soon. The military training of my friend Joe had not started to function. I think the hard blows he received made him remember some of the assignments he had forgotten.

He woke up like electricity-charged devices. The blows and punches and tackles were flying at the speed of light. What about the flying kicks? You could think the guy got connected to an electric motor. It was just the beginning!

He jumped so high, stood on the sofa and gave a flying kicks to John. I guess John was served hot. He fell down with a thud. considering the fact that the guy was huge, the sound that was produced due to the impact between his body and the flow, caused some commotions within the neighborhood.

This alone made Dinah to react! She must have felt the pain. `Stop the fight!` She shouted. But this did not stop the fight. in fact it made it worse, the guy and jumped on John`s face. It made him to shout like a young man caught by the sharp teeth of a lion. Joe held his ears and pushed him to the floor, making his head to hit hard on the ground. His grown was show of defeat.

But the guy seems not to give up, he pulled up hi strength and he came back strong. i thought i was watching wrestling. This was terrible! immediately we heard a siren far from a distance. Without a doubt, I knew this was a police car, and police officers were coming for us. i alerted them and we had to take off. This police thing made us united than ever. We had to be one for us to get away from the police.

I thought may be this will bring the ceasefire and tension that was there. But I was wrong. The moment we felt that we were safe, quarrel began again. `I will separate your bones from your flesh,` John shouted. `And I will make you understand why donkeys do not have horns,` Joe replied. i tried to cool the rising temperatures, but all fell on deaf ears. It was like adding water on a quagmire, making it worse