The Loverboys
(Take off it cloth)
Grand finale Season_2
Episode 4
By: Faith Lucky.
Jeanne’s Pov:
We stood, staring at each other, speechless for a while.
He was undoubtedly confused at the way he had seen me – with my luggage.
“Jeanne, I’ve…I’ve been looking for you. I waited for you at the garden, but you didn’t show up. I…I tried calling you as well, but your line wasn’t going through”.
He paused and drew closer.
“Are you going somewhere?” He finally asked and I felt my heart breaking into two.
Oh, God!
Is this really happening?
“Jeanne…”
“Alex,” I interrupted him and sniffed.
His eyes explained he was overly curious.
“I’m leaving” I released the bombshell and stared at the floor.
I couldn’t afford to look into his eyes.
For a moment, he was silent; but the next moment, he scoffed.
“Leaving?” He repeated grimly.
“I..I don’t get you. What do you mean you’re leaving?”
I was trying so hard not to shed a tear.
How can I do this? Leave the same guy I’ve always wanted to be with?
Why should Theo be this cold hearted?
“I’m sorry, Alex; but it’s not working out – this…this relationship – it’s not working out. I’m sorry if I’ve hurt you by this. But…I’m going to stay with Theo from now on. Forgive me, Alex” I said tearfully and rolled my luggage.
He kept mute, staring at me as I rolled my luggage to where he was. But , when I was about walking pass him, he held my hand.
“Jeanne” he called in a crack tone.
I stopped and stood backing him, my hand still in his.
Oh, God! I couldn’t even look at him.
Then, he hugged me from behind and that was when I couldn’t hold back the tears anymore.
“What’re you talking about?” He asked ruefully, still holding me.
I bent my head and wept.
“You can’t leave me, Jeanne. Please, don’t listen to anything they say to you. You can’t leave me” he added morosefully and it was obvious he was already crying.
Oh, God! I can’t believe I’m making Alex cry.
What am I doing?
“Alex” I called tearfully and touched his hands that held me.
I don’t want to do this. But, I’m scared of Theo. He’s threatened to kill Alex. And I won’t be able to take it if something were to happen to Alex and I knew there was a way I could’ve prevented it.
We stayed that way for some time, just holding each other without saying a word.
But, I have to go.
Theo has warned me not to exceed 30 minutes and I’m scared of what his reaction would be if I disobey him. I can’t believe I’ll be living with someone like him.
What have I done to deserve this?
“I’m sorry, Alex. But, I have to go. Please, don’t stop me” I said as I forcefully removed his hands from mine, disengaging from the hug.
“Jeanne, please…” he called, but I tilted my head and slowly went for my luggage.
Oh, Alex; I wish I could tell you the truth.
But I’m scared.
I was about lifting my luggage when I heard someone call:
“Nanny?”
What?
I swiftly turned and found Molly standing by the doorway, tears rolling down her cheeks.
What the hell is she doing here? Shouldn’t she be asleep in her room?
With whimpers; she walked from the doorway and drew closer to me.
“You’re leaving?” She asked tearfully.
“You never coming back? But you told me you’d be back. You told me you just wanted to give your clothes to someone. Were you lying to me?”
My heart ached as I busted into tears, uncontrollably.
No; I couldn’t take it anymore. I might just slump.
I took my luggage and was about running off when Alex said something that stopped me.
“He’s making you do this, right?” He asked and I stopped; but didn’t turn to look at him.
“He’s…he’s forcing you into this?” He added and I sniffed.
“I’m sorry” was all I could say as I finally ran off with my luggage.
***
I sat in the back seat and continued crying profusely as the driver drove me back to Theo’s place. I felt so much pains and wanted all these to be a dream.
Oh, Alex; I’m sorry for doing this. And I wish things could change so we could be together again.
But for now, I need to do this for your safety. That’s just how much I love you. And I hope you’ll be able to wait for me until I get rid of Theo.
I cried throughout the drive until we finally got to our destination and I had to stop the tears since I was going to face Theo.
Gosh! I was so scared of him. How am I going to cope with living with someone like him?
Carl was right when he had told me he was responsible for the deaths of Alex’s girlfriends. And he was also right when he had told me he had become cold hearted.
Truly, I have seen how cold hearted he was and it’s making me scared to even breath around him.
But; since he really was responsible for the deaths of Alex’s past girlfriends, then why didn’t he kill me as well? Or…could it be possible he just wants to give me a greater punishment by using me as a revenge tool against Alex?
But, what really transpired between him and Alex that turned him this way? And why does it have to be this unforgivable?
No matter what, I’ll try my best to get rid of Theo, so I can go back to Alex.
After parking in front of the house, I opened the door and came out of the car and the driver helped me with my luggage from the boot.
I was so scared as I rolled my luggage into the house; so many thoughts kept flashing through my mind.
What and what does Theo have in store for me? If he’s really using me as a revenge tool, what punishments would he have in mind for me?
Why do I have a feeling I’ll be going through hell?
I entered into the breezy sitting room and found him sitting on the couch, watching the TV with a glass of wine in his hand.
I stopped by the door and suddenly felt like running out since I had a feeling I was walking into hell.
I stood speechless for some time, but not until he broke the silence.
“I said 30 minutes” he said without looking at me.
“Do you know what the time is?”
I gulped nervously and entered fully into the house with my bag.
I stood behind the couch where he sat and stared at the floor.
“I’m…I’m sorry. Alex wasn’t around when I arrived. I had to wait for him” I replied anxiously.
He didn’t say anything for a while and levelly, he stood up and signalled me to follow him and I did.
We took the stairs and arrived at a door which he opened and asked me to go in and I did.
He also came in with me and it made me really really nervous.
No; no matter what he’s willing to do to me, I’m never going to let him take advantage of me.
Alex is the first person to pass through my legs, and if God helps us to overcome all these and be together, I want him to be the only person that’d ever do what he did.
“This will be your room for now” he said coldly.
“But remember, Jeanne; you live only on my orders. So, you only eat when I want you to; you only sleep when I want you to. You don’t leave the house without my permission. And even when I permit you to, you must never spend a second above the time frame I give to you.
“you know you violated tonight’s own, but I’m only letting it go because it’s your first time. But the next time it happens, you won’t like my reaction. Is that understood?” He asked and I nodded perfunctorily.
Tears were already building up in my eyes.
What sort of conditions are these?
Next, he dipped his hand into his pocket and brought out a…what???
A pocket knife!
I gasped and moved backwards and he followed me until I got to the wall where I became stuck.
I looked at the knife which he opened and pointed towards me and my fears increased.
He drew very close to me and since I was stuck to the wall, I couldn’t move. What’s he doing?
“I wonder why you had to fall for someone like Alex” he said lowly as he made the tip of the knife touch my face.
“I understand he’s rich, handsome and all that; but you didn’t look deeper to see the evil side of him”.
He paused and moved the knife from my head down to my jaw.
My heart was beating heavily.
But…what was he talking about?
“Well, none of that is important anymore, because the fact remains; you fell in love with him and that’s something you gonna have to pay for.”
I closed my eyes and whimpered as he took the knife back to my face again and pressed it a little harder against my skin.
Oh, my God! I felt a cut there.
What does he want with me?
“What if I decide to make your face disgusting?” He spoke almost in a whisper and my heart pounded.
Oh, God! Please.
“What if I decide to make holes in your face with this and make you ugly? What would Alex do? Seeing his pretty Jeanne becoming something else? Hm? Mine wasn’t that pretty, afterall”.
I shut my eyes as a tear came rolling down. I was so scared. I just felt I was standing right in front of the devil.
He took the knife from my chest and made it touch my chest.
He used the tip to punch a hole in the middle of my shirt and I winced.
Then, in a soft breath, he whispered into my ears:
“Take off your clothes, Jeanne”.
The Loverboys
(She knows my past)
Grand finale #Season_2
Episode 5
By: Faith Lucky.
Jeanne’s Pov:
I gasped as conniption gripped me. My breathing had become tensed.
What was he talking about?
I looked at the knife which he pointed to my chest and felt so scared.
He moved the knife from my chest and moved it up to my face.
“Did you hear what I said?” He asked, making me feel his breath on my face.
My eyes were already glistening.
“I…I” I stuttered and gulped nervously.
He chuckled and turned around, backing me.
I suddenly heaved.
“Has Alex been down there before?” He asked, still backing me and I shivered, not knowing what to say.
Why’s he asking such question?
Immediately, he turned around and slapped me with the back of his palm and I felt a little cut on my lips.
What?
“When I ask a question, you don’t keep silent” he said huskily and I wept.
Why’s he doing this to me?
He came close to me and I had no idea what he was about doing as a call that came into his phone stopped him.
He paused and brought the phone out of his pocket and that was when I realised it was actually my phone.
He was still with my phone.
I glanced at the screen and discovered it was Carl calling. Oh, God! He’s probably been told of my leaving.
Theo ended the call and turned off the phone.
“You won’t be receiving any calls for now” he said and I nodded forcefully.
I didn’t want him to hit me again.
He sighed and brushed his fingers into his hair. Then, he turned again, backing me me.
“You can go to bed for now. I might change my mind” he stated and flounced out of the room and I fell on the floor, weakly, bursting into more tears.
I huddled my arms and legs together, weeping profusely.
The pains were excruciating.
Why do I have to pay for the sins of something I know nothing about? Why can’t Theo just let bygones be bygones? Why does he have to take out his anger on me?
I cried for a long time, rethinking my quandary. It was hurting a lot.
I needed a way out of this hellhound I’ve gotten into.
?????
I opened my eyes, feeling very cold and that was when I realised I was lying on the floor.
Oh, my! I had fallen asleep on the floor.
I stood up, feeling very stressed, dizzy and tired. My eyes felt so hot and I couldn’t explain why. It was probably because I’ve been crying the whole night.
I felt little cramps around my abdomen and felt like throwing up, but didn’t.
Oh, please; don’t tell me I’m about falling sick; not in this condition.
I sat on the bed and rested my head in my palms for a while.
We were having a meeting that morning at Alpha Records – all the lovergirls. And I guess I’m gonna have to tell Theo about it since he’s said he’s the only one that can permit my leaving the house.
God! I feel so scared facing him. What if he decides to do something nasty.
God, please; save me from him.
I stood up from the bed and sauntered to the bed, counting my steps.
I tried opening the door, but noticed it was locked.
what? Did Theo really lock me in here?
Gosh!
I left the door and went back to the bed, sitting tiredly on it. I can’t believe I’m being treated this way. It feels just like I’m being kidnapped.
Not long after, I heard the knob turning and the door opened afterwards with Theo coming in.
I sprang on my feet immediately, take abacked by his entrance. I just wish it’d be possible not to see him during my stay here.
“G…Good morning, sir” I stuttered, keeping my gaze on the floor.
I couldn’t afford to look into those dark eyes of his.
“You’re having a meeting at Alpha Records, right?” He asked and I posed.
How did he get to know about it?
“Yes” I replied immediately, before he’d get angry and hit me.
“Well you can get ready and go. But, you have just an hour and 30 minutes to spend over there. Even if they aren’t done with the meeting, get back here. If it goes a second beyond an hour and 30 minutes…you’d wish you were dead.” He said grumpily and saying that, he left the room.
I sighed and touched my head. I felt like slumping. This was so not funny.
I can’t believe this guy’s bent on making my life a living hell for me.
I went into the bathroom and after brushing and taking my bath, I took out some clothes and changed into a short red gown and pair of blue shoes.
I brushed my hair in front of the mirror and did a very light make up- just a pink lipstick and mascara.
I was only trying to look a bit good cause of my status.
When I was done, I took my red handbag and left the room. This time around, he left the door open.
I came out of the room and took my eyes around. That was when I could notice the beauty of the house. It was massive and pretty.
I took the stairs and went down to the sitting room and there I met Theo sitting on the couch.
I reduced my pace when I got to where he was and he turned and shot me a stare.
“You won’t be eating till you return” he said and I nodded and he stared away.
Then, I started towards the door and left.
???
One of his drivers had taken me to the institute and when I got there, I felt so reluctant going out of the car.
I hope the news of my resignation from the lover boy’s mansion hadn’t spread out yet.
I came out of the car and walked into the building and all the people kept smiling and waving at me.
I’ve almost forgotten I’ve become a model. I wonder why Theo had to show up now.
I entered into the elevator and headed for the fourth floor where the meeting was taking place.
All eyes were on me as I came out of the elevator and without any reluctance, I headed straight for the meeting hall.
When I got into the hall, I discovered I was the only lovergirl that was yet to arrive as I found every other person there already.
Two women in suits were standing in front of the lovergirls and they all looked at me as I walked in.
“Miss Jeanne” one of them called with a smile.
“I’m glad you’re finally here. We’ve been waiting for you” she said and I tried to brighten up a bit.
“Good morning, ma’am. Sorry, I’m late” I replied frazzled as I took a seat behind the rest of the girls.
Hetty was staring keenly at me and after staring for a while, she took her eyes away, back to the stage.
Kim and her crew just turned and glared at mea for a short time and also stared away.
well, they were the least of my problems at this moment.
“Okay” the woman on stage continued.
“Since we’re finally complete, I guess we can proceed with the meeting.” She paused and looked into a piece of paper in her hand.
I glanced at the time. I was having just one more hour to spare. I hope I get to meet up.
“First, I’d like to personally inform you of the company’s 50th anniversary party which would be coming up this Thursday. Although, some of you might have heard the information already, I just wanted to inform you personally. So, brace yourselves up for it.” She paused and adjusted the specs on her eyes.
“Secondly, I’d like to inform you of this year’s ratings in the band…”
She kept talking for sometime and it didn’t really catch my attention because I was occupied with something else.
I kept thinking of how miserable my life was going to be in the hands of Theo.
It’d have been a good idea to perhaps, tell the police about it, since Theo was threatening Alex’s life. But, I felt scared.
I mean, I have have no idea what transpired between both of them and I also have no idea what Alex’s offence could have been. What if it’s something that might get him into trouble if the police gets to know about it?
I don’t want to put him in danger. But, what could it be? And why was Theo saying something about the evil side of him?
No; the short time I spent with Alex has made me aware of the kind of person he is. Although, he’s a little grumpy and rude, I know he can’t be evil.
But I really feel bad for him. I wish I can explain things to him, but I’m scared. What if Theo finds out? He seems to be aware of almost everything. I’m scared of what he might do to me or Alex if he gets to know I violated his rules. And I hope Alex doesn’t take any drastic decision yet so he doesn’t get to offend Theo. I’m just too scared of that guy. I mean, I’ve seen the devil in him.
Oh, God! I hope all this gets to end soon.
Finally, the woman on stage said something that gripped my attention.
“it’s time to chose a new leader of the band. So, there’s going to a contest as soon as…”
“What?” Kim shrieked, interrupting the woman.
“What’re you talking about? What do you mean it’s time for another contest?” She asked, standing on her feet.
Wow!
“Please, ma’am, I need you to calm down…”
“What the hell do you mean calm down? What’s the need for a new leader?” She rasped.
“I’m sorry, but according to the calendar, a new leader’s to be selected at this time” the woman replied and she scoffed.
“Well, that’s gibberish. I don’t give a damn about the calendar. There’s going to be…”
“Kim!” Hetty called and she stopped talking.
“Have you lost your senses? How can you speak so disrespectfully to someone like her?” She asked and Kim flared up.
“Really? I’m being disrespectful? I think you need some lessons, Hetty, because you’re really getting on my nerves.”
“Kim!” The other woman on suit called and stood on her feet.
“What’s wrong with you? Can’t you respect our presence here? Listen, if you’re not ready for this, you can as well leave the band”.
Kim still looked Infuriated, but Eva tapped her and she angrily returned to her seat.
Gosh! This Kim is something else.
The other woman on suit also took her seat and the one on stage took in a deep breath before proceeding.
“So,” she said.
“The contest will be starting as soon as possible and as a matter of fact, it’ll be commencing on Friday, after the anniversary party.
“So, like we normally do it, you’re all going to contest as well. We’ve sent out notice already and you’ll be singing in front of a large crowd when it’s time. After each performance, which would be aired live, the people would be asked to vote and when they do, the lovergirl with the lowest votes for that night would be out of the contest. And that’s how it’s going to be until the very best is left standing.
“So, I’d suggest you all brace up yourselves from now on. Are there any questions?” She said in conclusion, but the entire place was dead silent.
Wow! I can’t believe there’s going to be a contest for a new leader of the band.
“You’re gonna receive further informations as time goes on. And…”
She diverted into other topics and after a while, the meeting came to a close.
Hah! Finally.
“Thank you all for your time. Enjoy the rest of your day” she said in a smile and left with the other woman in suit.
“This is crazy” Kim said angrily as she stood up with her crew and left.
I checked the time and discovered I had less than 20 minutes left to get home. Please, I don’t want to get into any trouble with Theo.
Immediately, Hetty walked up to me. Mia and Lea were still seated at the front, talking to themselves.
“Jeanne” Hetty called as she got to where I was and sat close to me.
“Hi” I said with a perfunctory smile, hoping she wouldn’t notice my doleful look.
“Jeanne, what’s up with you? I’ve been trying to reach you for some time now. Where’s your phone?” She asked and I itched the back of my nape.
“Um…I…It slipped from my hands and fell on the floor and as a result, the screen got broken. So…”
“What happened to your lips?” She asked and that was when I remembered I had gotten a little cut from the slap Theo had given me last night.
“Uh…its nothing. Just a little scratch. Don’t bother about it” I said with a smile, but she still looked insatiated.
Oh, God! I need to head home.
“O…kay. why don’t we hang out together?” She asked and I chuckled.
“I’m so sorry, but I have to hurry home right away. There’s something important I need to catch up with” I replied and she flinched a little.
“Jeanne, are you sure you’re okay? You look kind of pale” she said and I tried dissembling my nervouity with a smile.
“Please, don’t worry about me. I’m totally fine”.
Just then, a call came into her phone and I felt so relieved.
I stood up immediately and signalled her I was leaving before she’d pick the call.
She signalled me to hold on as she picked the call but I also signaled her I needed to be on my way and I left afterwards.
Oh, God! I hate this; I hate everything!
I walked into the elevator and finally allowed my tears to pour since I was alone.
why does such misfortune have to be fall me at this time? Oh, God help me to get out of this predicament.
As the elevator was about landing, I decided to clean off my tears and when the door opened, I came out of it. I wonder what awaits me at home.
I walked out of the elevator and accidentally bumped into someone who was carrying a pile of files. It was a young pretty lady and the files she held fell from her hands to the floor.
Oh, Jeanne.
“I’m so sorry” I said apologetically as I bent to help her with the files.
“it’s okay, ma’am” she replied as we finally picked the files together and I gave the ones I was holding to her.
Oh! There was a piece of paper on the floor which had fallen off from one of the files. But, I think she had seen it.
Then, why didn’t she pick it up?
She looked at me and started heading to the elevator and I was muddled.
I bent and picked the paper from the floor and turned back to her.
“Ma’am, you forgot this” I told her with the paper in my hand.
But the elevator closed up immediately, with her staring uncannily at me.
I opened the paper to have a look at its content to see if it was something of little relevance.
I checked it out and my eyes dilated at what I had seen.
In it was boldly written:
“Miss Jeanne, I know everything about your past. If you wanna know the truth, meet up with me at the garden behind the building in 5 minutes”.
I gasped as my lips were wide agaped.
What?
Is this for real?
I looked at the time, I had just fifteen minutes left to get home.
If I meet up with this lady, I’m definitely going to get home late, violating Theo’s rule.
Oh, God! What do I do?
I’ve just seen someone who knows my past! Something I’ve been looking for my entire life.
Is this for real?
I can’t let go of this opportunity.
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