The Monster l Married

The Monster l Married Chapter 1 "I could hear his footsteps approaching, his keys jangling in the lock, signaling his return from work. Dread welled up inside me, an all-too-familiar feeling. I knew what was coming next: the sweet smile, the soft, apologetic words, followed by the biting insults and the brutal blows. “Honey, I’m home,” he said, and my heart froze in my chest." His voice alone would send chills through out my body. l was already sweating waiting to hear what l had done wrong. lt was now a daily thing. He had to find something wrong l had done or if not he would ask me why l haven't rewashed clothes that he no longer uses. l had grew to hate my best friend, the love of my my life. l don't know if I can actually call it hatred or it was fear or both. l was scared of him. l wish l could leave him and move on with my life but " what will the society say about me?" How will my daughter feel if she had to grow up without a father all because of the choices l make?. ls it a selfish decision ? l mean it would affect all of us, who could l tell. These were the questions l asked myself every day. l was afraid to make a wrong decision. Why are you still seating there? he shouted as he gets inside the house. How many times do I have to tell you, as soon as I get into this house you need to jump and take my blazer, take off my shoes and start serving me food. l have already wasted a whole minute talking to you. Tell me do you think you are worth it? you are not that special you know and don't act like a spoiled brat, he hissed. As l picked his shoes, tears slowly flawing down my cheeks. Oh so she is crying Queen Elizabeth , l am so sorry that l asked you to do what a wife should do. By the way why were you talking about with our neighbors? how many times do I have to tell you never leave the house when I am not at home. You are not supposed to talk to anyone. Do l need to remind you with a belt or a slap. l know that way you will remember atleast scars can remind you, he said and gave me a slap. For a moment l thought I was dead, then l felt like I had gone blind, l shrugged. l wouldn't dare say any word. l knew more slaps would be coming. My husband didn't want me to talk to my relatives, friends or neighbors. At first l was ok with it. He was my best friend and all that l needed but as time passes by, l felt lonely and had no one to talk to. l remember how loving and romantic he used to be before l got married. He was the nicest and most understanding person I had ever met. He swept me off my feet. He promised me heaven on earth. How he turned to be a monster l don't know. If anyone had warned me at that point, l probably wouldn't have listened anyways. He was my knight in shinning amor. Hurry up, pick yourself and put on some make up , we have visitors coming over. l have invited my boss for dinner tonight. Make sure you prepare a good meal and dress properly, he said as he entered the bathroom to take a shower. You know we need to make a good impression. l have a promotion l am eyeing at work. l sobbed as l walk to the kitchen to prepare dinner. l knew better than to make my husband angry.l finished cooking and heard straight to the bathroom. l took a quick shower and put on a little make up so that l cover the bruises I had. Please come in!. l heard my husband as l finished putting on my make up. l hurried to meet Mr and Mrs Jones my husband's boss and his wife. lts very nice to see you , it's been long, Mrs Jones uttered. Woow Rynel you looking more beautiful from the time I last saw you, he said as he smiled. l felt like closing his mouth . l looked at my husband and he gave me a dreadful look. l was choking from his face alone and already l knew l was in trouble. The whole conversation at the table l couldn't hear it. My mind was already thinking of what my husband would to me after Mr and Mrs Jones leave. l couldn't hide the worry on my face, the make up was not enough to cover the fear of terror about to unleash. " What's wrong Rynel, you look so far away, what are you thinking?" Mr Jones asked out of concern. l faked a smile, " nothing really just a bit tired that's all" l said while trying to hide my face behind my hair. Awww my beautiful wife is tired Mr Jones, this one is a gem l tell you. l am the luckiest person on earth to marry her. It was going to be a surprise but, l am taking her to Dubai next weekend for vacation so that she relax. She works really hard and her business is giving her sleepless nights but no matter how hard it gets she never quits. l love her attitude and resilience my husband said as he caress my hair. Awww what a great couple, Rynel you are so lucky to have a romantic and appreciative husband. You must be the happiest woman ever, l envy you Mrs Jones said. We all laughed, but deep down my heart l was hurt, deep down my heart l was burning with anger. l wishe l could tell her my husband's true colors. How l wished I could leave him everyday. l wanted to scream, my marriage was nowhere near perfect. My heart was bleeding.