Fate of love

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Inexorable joy got hold of Tayo’s heart with a crystal expression to show it, it was Tayo’s first day at work. He was so excited that he benevolently sat at his position with overwhelming joy. Good morning sir; he greeted with a smile but Segun wasn’t mindful of him he just walk straight to his car to his surprise, Favor waved at him but she didn’t move away from where she was standing. He looked further to see the gate suddenly, he paused then came out of his car walked straight up to his wife; who his that boy at the gate? Oh, he is our new watch man, he resumed today. Oops, you should have told me I almost called the police to inform them that there is a stranger in my house. No, he is not, you were exhausted yesterday so I don’t want to disturb you; but you should know already because I told you that Mr Taju Seun’s watchman found someone already. How could I have known he was the one Mr Taju found?

Life is delicate as time flies by, Tayo felt so much comfortable as a gateman having nothing to worry about. It’s just two months since he started but it seem he has been doing it for years with the way he masters things and did the needful. Ibukun came out to give Tayo his lunge; but Ibukun, isn’t it time to go pick Adeola from school? Oh yes, I almost forgot, thank you for reminding me. She pulled out her apron, dropping it on the long bench beside Tayo; I will be right back, she left in hurry. After a while, Ibukun walked in with Adeola. Good afternoon brother Tayo, Adeola greeted with her counting voice, she just had her sixth birthday few days past. Good afternoon my dear, how are you and how’s school today? Fine sir, she pulled her bag firmly to her back has she smiled and walked in holding Ibukun’s hand. When you’re set, bring your difficult assignment ok? He made a thumps up, Adeola reciprocated also and with a smile as usual.

Hello ma, I sent some money to you for your check ups and also your allowance; probably by weekend I should come home to see you, how is dad doing? The smile on his face shows he bat a thousand at his work place. Brother Tayo, here is my assignment’ I did the ones I know but this particular one seems difficult. That’s why I am here for you Adeola, come on bring it here; he furiously said words after words like he was bound to. You see, they seem very difficult but with the right approach and understanding, it is very simple; okay, look at it this way. The minors behind the number means it is ill and need to be treated, so if it lives with this number, that means this number will also share in its burdens; , 5 already pays it bills better still, you can say -2 owes a debt of #2 and has a cheque of #5. If it pays up it dept of #2, how much will be left? With excitement, Adeola shouted 3.

As the moves in diverse directions making gentle waving sound, whirling of birds at distant the horn over shadowed all. Hmmm, mummy is back; hold your note, let me open the gate for her. The gates were wide opened, the lexus 350RX flashes and drove in creating a curve immediately it got inside the compound then it stopped under the shade. The door opens, Favor stepped out of the car placing her feet step by step letting her moves call for attention. Welcome Ma, Tayo greeted bowing his head so he can bury his mawkish look towards Favor. How are you dear? Adeola ran to hug her mother as Ibukun approaches the ground to greet. Adeola walked ahead towards the entrance door as Tayo poked Ibukun; Mummy looks beautiful today o. Ha money is good, see how money brings out the beauty in her? Let God answer our secret prayers too one day. Ibukun added heading towards the entrance with Favor’s bag.

Mummy, I like brother Tayo. Hmmm, Favor smiled as she Sieve out the fried plantain from the oil; what did you see that made like him? A lot, like he helps me with my assignment talking with a lot of smile on her face. As she would continue with her words Favor cut her; does Ibukun not help you with your assignment too? Yes she does but sister Ibukun is sassy, she gets mad each time I find it difficult to understand things she thought me but Brother Tayo will even take his time go back over and over again just for me to understand. Oh, so it’s me that is sassy? Ibukun over heard Adeola’s words while walking into the kitchen; why won’t you understand? I already broke it to its simplest form. Mum, see what I was telling you? She’s mad at me again, she hits Ibukun’s butt then ran out of the kitchen. Without any hesitation, Ibukun went after her. Favor just smiled continuously where she stood.

The sun heads home as night sets in, Favor dries her hand with a towel then sat on the couch. Ibukun please call Tayo let’s pray, I’m really sleepy right now. Adeola folded already as she placed her head on her Dad’s thigh dozing gently hitting her head on the couch’s arm, Ibukun headed out. Tayo!!! She called out only to find Tayo sitting at the entrance of his door with a headset moving his head to the rhythm of the song he was listening to. Jeez, look at this boy, she poked him; mummy is calling you. Have she been calling me that I did not hear to answer her? Oh, are you seriously asking me that? That, I don’t know just come and answer her that’s all I know. Tayo inexorably doubtful of himself walking slowly behind Ibukun; please give me a hint the reason why she is calling me. It’s like you have a problem, can’t you just walk quietly without talking? The door open, Tayo sweats even as the room was cool with an air conditional. Tension flows round him tickling all courage inside of him. Ibukun sat beside Favor on the arm of the couch smiling but laughing inwardly at Tayo. Swallowed by fear Tayo shivers but suddenly the word hits him; Tayo my dear, lead us in prayer. Tayo sigh leading Ibukun into a bowl of laughter. Ibukun, can you please tell me the reason why you are laughing? Nothing Ma she nodded. There was a cool wind flowing within Tayo that brought all his waving sea to calmness and he could catch his breath. The prayer ended shortly, then Tayo arose to Ibukun; you are a very wicked person, you kept me burning in tension thinking mummy as mad at me. Giggling continuously; why were you scared, did you do something bad? No, I didn’t, I was only scared if mum had called my name countless times and I didn’t hear.

Honey, Favor walked away from the mirror after cleaning her face slowly, she sat in bed; I think Deola has gotten fond of this Tayo, their bond is really strong. Which bond? Segun placed Adeola at the centre of the bed as he looked at his wife stylishly. When did Tayo arrived that they are building bonds? It’s not only bond it’s chemistry. Let my baby rest, don’t disturb her and you too, go to bed already. But honey, I…I… she stamared. But what? He cuts her sharply then wore a mawkish look on his face; Honey, will you just go to bed please, you still have another work day ahead of you tomorrow. I know but honey, don’t you think the bond is getting stronger every day? Segun rubbed his eyes, adjusting himself and resting his back by the bed top; but honey, don’t you think it is a good thing that we are all one family in this house and the love chain is very strong? Yes, you are right.

Tayo got to the entrance of his door then felt the ease in his heart. My heart almost fell off my mouth, like I was going to die. Jeez, Ibukun is such a wicked girl, she purposely filled me with tension but why did she do that? She is even used to picking up fight at every instance. Maybe that is the main reason Adeola is avoiding her. Different thought runs through Tayo’s head as he fights to get rid of the bombarded thoughts accumulated in his head. Ibukun on the other hand rolled on her bed with devilish smiles; it seems like he was almost going to freeze to death, she paused and smiled for a while. Picking at him has always been fun.