Just The Beginning ?
Episode thirty three
Vee
Sht! I say sitting up the bed. I’ve just woken up and I have this crazy headache.
Ugh!
What kind of drugs did that idiot give me? Was he trying to kill me or something?!
I get off the bed but feel dizzy the second I stand and so I decide to sit back down for a while. I take this moment to look around and scan the room which is decorated so beautifully.
There’s a fusion of style and influence that gives this bedroom a comforting vibe. The oversized headboard is the main focal point of its decor, setting the tone for a color palette based on neutrals.
A few hints of gold and yellow add a chic and modern hint to the place. There are also this huge bay windows at the corner with two chairs on each side, forming a very cozy sitting area, while also allowing natural light to the room.
It’s as if this space has its own balcony but inside. It’s gorgeous! And I bet the whole house looks just as amazing.
I’d never imagined that I’d ever step foot in Alex’s house, let alone his bedroom! It’s so crazy!
Who would have thought that I’d even end up sharing a bed with him! Am not sure if he’s just putting up an act with me but I sure hope not. Am already tired of everyone stabbing me in the back and I truly don’t feel like I have enough strength to fight, right now.
I slowly stand and walk to a room which I presume is the bathroom and step in. I wash my face and stare at myself in the mirror for a while thinking of how unlucky I am.
Am very confused not sure of what I’ll do next. I just wish Maya gets better soon, she’s the one that gives me strength to move on and fight all the battles. She’s my motivation.
I can’t believe that am now officially homeless, again! after working my ass off for over five years. Anyway, if I have to start all over again, I will for my sister. I surely hope I still have my job at the law firm after missing work for two days with no explanation. I plan to pass by before heading to the hospital.
I walk out of the bathroom just to find some clothes and a tooth brush neatly arranged on the bed. Am sure Rita did this, she’s so thoughtful.
I have a quick shower and after getting dressed walk out of the room. Am not familiar with the place and so I walk slowly my eyes scanning for any kind of exit. I smile to my self when I spot the stairs and head towards them.
Rita is busy in the kitchen when I get down stairs.She’s so distracted, that she nearly drops a cup, when I call out to her.
” Oh my God Vee! ” She says her palms against her chest. ” You nearly gave me a heart attack! ”
” Am really sorry, I didn’t mean startle you, ” I say apologetically and watch as she calms down.
” It’s okay. ”
” What were you thinking about that got you so distracted? ”
” Nothing much, ” she says wiping off her hands. ” Am glad you are up. You look much better now. ”
” Yeah. I have to go to the firm and ask for some days off. ”
” Okay, I’ll go with you right after you have your breakfast. ”
” No thank you, am okay…….
” I wasn’t asking vee, ” she says taking my hand and leading me to the dinning table. ” You have to eat something whether you like it or not.”
” She hands me a cup of coffee and places some pancakes, eggs, bacon and sausages in front of me as i look at her my eyes wide open.
” I hope you don’t expect me to eat all this!”
” I actually do, ” she says sitting next to me. “You haven’t had a good meal since God knows when. ”
I open my mouth to say something but the look she’s giving me, makes me shut up.
” Now eat up ,” she says feeding me some pancakes and I can’t help but roll my eyes. She’s treating me like a child! ” So how was your night? I hope Alex didn’t bother you? ”
” No, it’s hard to believe but he was surprisingly…..sweet. ”
” That’s good. He’s a very sweet guy once you get to know him. ”
” Yeah, okay, ” I say not really convinced. ” I’ve been meaning to ask, why does your family call you Ava and not Rita? ”
” They are used to Ava since its my first name. I only decided to use the name Rita since I was on the run and not many people know it. ”
” Okay.”
Am full after some minutes and Rita excuses herself to freshen up so we could leave.
As am busy clearing the table the door bell rings and I get it. A very pretty, middle aged woman is standing outside gazing at me and i can tell she’s shocked to see me. She’s stiffly slim, her hair long and silky and her skin is glowing. She also has this gorgeous eyes…wait, her eyes are so similar to Alex’s.
Could she be his mum?
” Who are you and what are you doing here? ” she asks looking me up and down. ” Wait,, ” She continues before I can answer. ” You must be the girl that Alex was telling me about. ”
He told her about me?!
Maybe he did tell her about my situation and that he was letting me stay here, right? She’s his mother after all and according to Rita they are kind of close.
” Yes I am. ”
” Am Alicia, Alex’s mum. It’s nice to finally meet you, ” she says a smile on her face as she gives me a hug.
Okay…… I wasn’t expecting that at all.
” Uuumh… Am violet and it’s nice to meet you to, ” I say as soon as she pulls back from the hug.
” You are so beautiful. My son sure has good taste, ” she says scanning me from my head to my toe, again. ” How’s my grandchild doing? I hope you are taking good care of yourself. ”
” Grandchild? ” I ask confused.
What’s she talking about?!
” Yes, my grandchild. Alex already told me about your pregnancy and the fact that he’s in love with you.
Alex is in love with me?!
Okay, am completely lost now!
” I really don’t know what you are talking about, ” I say nervously.
” Do be nervous and no need trying to hide it, ” she says taking my hand. ” I already like you and I just can’t wait for my grandchild to be born, ” she says excitedly.
Its hard believing that this is the same woman that made Rita’s life unbearable and what makes her think am Alex’s girlfriend and that am pregnant?!
” Am sorry but I am ………. ”
” Mum?! Rita calls out before i can clear the confusion.
Alicia turns her head and looks at her coldly. If looks could kill, Rita would be six feet under by now.
” I am not you mother! “Alicia says her voice hostile.
That kind of surprises me and i can’t help but think, what happened to the sweet woman who was here seconds ago?
” Can you please leave us alone ?” she says looking at me and i tur to look at Rita who’s all nervous, waiting for her approval.
” It’s okay vee. I’ll be fine,” she says.
I head upstairs, hoping that she’ll be fine.
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