MATTERS OF THE HEART

MY AFRICAN LOVER. EPISODE 2.

Our eyes met, I couldn't control my smile. This was the beginning of our story. At work, There wasn't a second without a thought of her. Thinking of her words brought butterflies in my belly. Bryan noticed my unusual smile. Is there something I need to know? he asked. I am the most luckiest man on earth. I responded. He nodded in understanding to what I said. You're lucky indeed. Will you take her to meet your parents? He added. Yes I will. I replied. He smiled and went to his desk.

As days went by, My love and I spent special moments together. I asked if she was willing to meet my parents. She accepted my request. I told my parents about her. They were eager to meet her. My dad was very happy to the extent that he learnt some of the African language. She's a Ghanaian. I told them.

On the day of her arrival, my mother prepared many Ghanaian dishes. Afia was welcomed with love and respect. I could sense her comfort but I realised she wasn't that happy. Is something wrong? I asked. She smiled and said, how I wish I had such a loving and a caring parent like yours. I hardly sees my father. And my mum, she sees me as a working tool. She comes to me when she needs someone to complete her task. I smiled and embraced her. Now you have me to care and love you. I promise to take care of you. I said to her.

Months went by with our love being the most notable love everywhere we went. we spent every little time we had together. Afia was called home for a family meeting. I will tell my parents about you when I reach home. she said. I escort her to take her flight home. She called me everyday. I always asked when she will return but she wouldn't give me a specific date.

One morning at work, I heard there will be a new CEO. I tried calling Afia but it wasn't going through. Maybe she is on her way coming here. Bryan said. The new CEO which I later find out was Afia's mum was introduced to us. She called me in her office during lunch time. I am Mrs Eunice, Afia's Mum. What will make you leave my daughter alone? I trained my daughter to be a successful person so that she can get married to a business tycoon not a needy person like you. Name your price and leave my daughter alone. She said. I was shocked by her words.It took me minutes to believe what she said. Thanks you very much Mrs Eunice, but I love your daughter not because of money. I left the room. About fifteen minutes later, I got a later that my service is no longer needed in the company. I tried calling Afia again and again but to no avail. I told Bryan what happened, he calmed me down.

A month later,I got a call from Afia. My heart started beating so fast. Sorry for what happened but I think you should move on. The relationship between you and I won't work. she said. I tried convincing her but she knew how evil her mother was. She wasn't ready to put our lives in danger. My father advised me to let her go after he heard what happened from Bryan. I went through severe trauma to get over Afia.

A year later, My father helped me to start my own company. After the highs and lows in my life, My company became one in a billion cartoon industry worldwide. I became successful in no time. I decided to go after Afia again.

I asked Bryan for support. I bribed Mrs Eunice assistant for Afia's whereabouts. She's home stick by her mum. said the assistant.I sent my assistant, Aaron to Mrs Eunice Company to create patternship.My company's cooperation with Mrs Eunice Company was successful.

It was Mrs Eunice birthday next two weeks.My company got an invitation to the birthday party.I booked a flight to Ghana with Bryan and Aaron.At the party, everyone was present except Afia.I paid one of the maid in order to know the whereabouts of Afia.She is always upstairs.Said the maid.The maid took us to Afia.She was facing her room window when we got there.I hugged her from the back.She was surprised when she saw me.

After a long talk,we both decided to fight for our love.Afia went to talk to her dad and I went to Mrs Eunice.She was surprise to see me. I'm no longer a needy as you claimed the last time. I came to ask how much you'll need in order to live Afia alone.I asked. Mrs Eunice got angry and asked the guards to kick me out of her house.Enough woman! a man shouted.I turned and saw Afia standing beside her father, Mr Mike. My daughter will choose who ever she wish to marry and you can't change that.What kind of a mother are you? He asked his wife. I'm so sorry sweetheart, for not being by your side all these years. Mr Mike apologised to her daughter. Afia ran to her dad's arms with tears. Thank you dad, she said.I went out with Afia to take a stroll.

Later that night,Mr Mike called Afia and I to his house. Afia's mum committed suicide.He said.He gave us a note containing Mrs Eunice hand-writing. This is what she left behind. He added. The note states that "I never wish to be a bad mother but guess I am. Please forgive me for the evil I did against you since childhood.I love you very much and wish you a happy life." I consoled Afia.

Six months after Mrs Eunice funeral, Afia and I got married and had two beautiful girls. Precious and Priscilla. It's been seven years since we got married. Falling Inlove with Afia is the best God given gift I have.