ANGEL'S DIARY

Chapter Eighteen

I was nervously walking into the house, I wished that the ground would open and let me in. Chris held my hands gently and walked into the house. Jane served the lunch. While we were all eating I could feel Dad's glance. If only eyes could kill I'm sure he would have killed me by now.

" I thought this is supposed to be a family meeting, why bring in an outsider" Dad finally let the cat out of the bag.

" Barr. Lawrence can we eat in peace" that was that one bold girl, Jane's voice.

He left the dinning room. Mom stared at Jane and brought the serving spoon to hit her.

" Mrs. Lawrence, seems like you want to lose two children in a day"

" What do you mean by that?"

" Go and call your husband then you will know" Maria said.

Chris held my hand beneath the table.

After lunch, while we were all sitted, Maria took Junior to play with her computer inside while I sat nervously.

" Jane, what do you mean when you said I lost a child?"

" Ma" Chris began " Actually, Angel was pregnant"

" What ! Where's the baby ?"

I could not even believe my ears, was I actually hearing the right things.

" But she had an abortion"

On hearing abortion, my dad gave me a thunderous slap.

" Why would you get pregnant when you know you won't carry the baby?"

" Dad, with all due respect, I'm the only one in this house that truely understands why you and Mom hate us so much and I just recently explained it to Maria. That's the reason for this meeting. First of all, you want a baby boy right that's why you hate your daughters and treasure your only son so much. Secondly, you won't let us leave our lives. Angel introduced Chris last month and he got you gifts, I'm quite sure that those gifts are in your rooms right now. You won't approve their relationship but rather force your daughter to marry a man of your age. How do you expect her to handle the unexpected pregnancy. If you permitted them to be together do you think she would take a risk that might kill her just to hide from you. Mom, Dad, it's okey to pretend you don't like Chris but give Angel a break. That was exactly the way Big Sis had to struggle before you let her have a happy life"

" Angel, did you do the abortion because of us"

" Yes Mom, I would have died if it were not for Chris who cried with me through out the horrible and painful night."

There was silence. My house automatically turned to a grave yard. I was really surprised that my eighteen years old Sister was able to talk sense to my parents. Chris introduced himself again to my parents, unlike the first time, they paid him full attention this time. My parents didn't apologise or accept the fact that they did something wrong. But at least I was happy when they approved my relationship with Chris. I had to thank Jane for that .

When we got home that Sunday, I was too weak for anything else but sleep. When I woke up the next morning, Chris served me breakfast on the bed. I started wondering if he became more romantic than he has always been.

" I have a surprise for you, I need to cover your eyes with a bandana"

He led me to the sitting room. When he opened my eyes, I was so surprised to see all the decorations.

" Happy anniversary!"

" OMG, babe"

I jumped on him and hugged him tight.

" I know you've forgotten Morah"

He brought Morah out, he gave me a Visa to South Korea.

I could not believe it. He has been working this for quite a long time.

" SK is your dream country, why not move there "

" Thank you so much Boo, I will write a story about us and how I dropped out of school in Nigeria to continue baking in South Korea"

" Like a novel right?"

" Just a short story, what do you think I should call it"

" AnChris"

" What ! Look for another name"

" Where's my anniversary gift ?"

" I will write a story about us and publish it, isn't that enough to remember our one year together, that's why I want you to pick a title for the story book"

" What about Angel's diary"

" Are you really sure about that ?"

" Of course"

" You won't be able to change your mind again"

" But you must make me as romantic as I am"

" No I won't, it will be better if I make you a wicked cheat"

He chased me around like Tom would chase Jerry. Anyway I hope you love our love short story.

This is ANGEL'S DIARY .