The Life I Never Wanted

Chapter 11

Hello!

Hello, Priscy are you home?

Okay, perfect. I’m on my way before I lose my cool. My precious family is at it again.

Ok. Bye.

Priscy Edward Naime’s childhood friend, they both attended the same school right from preschool.

I wonder what they have done this time, Priscy mutters as she stares down at the book in her hand unable to concentrate She was jerked back to reality at the sound of the doorbell.

Oh my God, hey! You need to calm yourself down and stop tearing up. Priscy said with her hands wide open.

“Thank you Priscy”

You have always been a shoulder for me to cry on, I wonder what my faith could have been if not for a friend like you. You seem to be the only person who understands me perfectly. She said as she teared down profusely.

You have been my one true ally. For the longest time now.

“Thank you Priscy”

From the depth of my heart thank you. she said as she hugged her tightly.

Naime pls calm down, let me get a glass of water. She said quietly more like a whisper.

Drink up please, I don’t like seeing you hurt like this. Always bear in mind “you cannot control how people treat you, but you definitely should learn how to react towards their actions”

What got you this pissed? Her voice softly like a whisper.

I’ve been forced or rather pressured to marry so my family can be relieved of hardship. She said bluntly.

You know I used to envy you. You are allowed to be you, it doesn't matter what you want to do with your paid check, or what you want to do with your life, your family always understands you. You know, nowadays I just feel overwhelmed, I put in a lot of effort but it never counts, I have always loved my family but it's never enough. She complained bitterly.

You are aware that I had to take extra shift job hours so my younger sister could go on an excursion. These are sacrifices made out of love and generosity. But as usual, it will always be taken for granted. Her voice cracked.

Her phone buzzed.

Oh perfect,

Really? Can you imagine the level of shaming I've been subjected to?

What’s up? Priscy quiered reaching for the phone.

Hold on let me read it out to you.

In response to the following mail that reads

“In regard and respect to your company’s integrity, I'm writing in request that you let Naime Williams go, based on her health which needs to be put in check. Signed Sheila Williams.”

You are hereby requested to submit a full health certificate within the next 48 hours or submit any of the office property in your possession. Signed mgt.

Bewildered, they stare at each other.

That means she’s been true to her words, Naime began to speak calmly. She promised me to accept her terms or lose the job.

Can you imagine the level of shaming and damage ? by my own mum in my workplace? Like I have a hidden sickness. This has gone too far beyond what I can tolerate.

Calm down so you don't make a hasty decision. You need to calm down. Priscy said, trying to hide her anger and disappointment. The doorbell rang. Priscy reached for the security scan and found out it's her finance.

Babe, Bobby is here, can we continue this later? Take your time and think things through. You are not alone I promise you.

Hello Naime,

Hi Bobby, you are welcome.

Thank you.

I will excuse you guys. Naime said as she reached for the door.

Oh please don't make me feel bad you can stay, please. He insisted.

No, I was about to go inside to rest my head before you stepped in, it has nothing to do with you.

Are you sure?

I promise.

He watched her disappear into the hallway.

Babe, hope all is well with your friend. He asked, he's face worrisome.

Yes, she is good. Just a little family feud, anyway let’s forget about that. I’m starving can we eat out?

At your service ma’am, he responded as he gently pulled her closer to himself.

Did you miss me? She nodded.

Show me how much. His lip finds its way to hers his hand caressing her back, His eyes closed. They were both carried away.

Hold it right there Priscy smile as she gently pulls out. Don’t forget I said I’m starving. Can we go?

Let me quickly change into something comfortable and also check if Naime would like to come along.

Bobby held her, gently pulled her close again. Babe__with his full gaze searching her face, she wanted to speak, he gently closed her mouth, he leaned closer and whispered. I love you so much, the thought of not seeing you for 2weeks makes me restless. My life made sense when you entered. You my better half make me complete, I love you so dearly and you are my everything. Change into something nice let me spoil you silly.

Okay”” she mutters in her girly tone.

Let me notify Naime, she said as she jogged into the hallway giggling girlishly, with a gentle tap at the door.

Hi girl___Can I come in?

“Yes”

I hope you are not still stressing your mind with that issue?

Not really

Ok, so Bobby and I are stepping out to grab something to eat, do you care to join us? I think you really need the distraction right now.

No, babe, I will be fine

I just need to rest my head small. I might take a stroll later. I will be fine.

“Okay” if you insist but, I'd better not meet you like this when I get back.

Come on girl, cheer up, will you?

The evening was quiet and pretty peaceful. Naime sat facing the window. I need to take a walk down the street to clear my head