THE ONE I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR: Chapter 1 – 10
WRITTEN BY: AUTHORESS MEEYAH
?CHAPTER 4?
??? MATILDA’S POV???
“Matilda stop it please! let bygone be bygone, I told you he’s apologized for what he did” Anita pleaded.
The last time I checked I didn’t ask you to follow me, I told you I was coming to thank him for what he did to you and that’s what I’m doing right now… I said while I continued dealing with him.
Thanks for your cooperation, I hope you learn how to be patient before judging people next time… I said to the fool I just finished beating and pulled Anita along with me. ‘Still you shouldn’t have done that, you should’ve just let us prove to him that we’ve got a good heart than he does’… she said and I shot her a glare in return.
Let’s just sleep for now, I’ve got gist for you, it’s about how my day went but I’ll have to tell you tomorrow… I said to her and she giggled. I tutted at her reaction upon hearing that I have gist for her, she can do anything because of listening to gist.
The following day was weekend, so it took us some time before going out to search for our daily bread, make sure you return on time, so we will go to the place on time. “Remember and early bird catches the worm” she said to me as we set to leave.
“Also remember that a patient dog eats the fattest bone” I said and she hit my shoulder playfully but that doesn’t mean I’ll return late… I added and we hugged each other before finally departing.
?ANITA’S POV?
I was busy pleading to a trader to give me the fruits she wanted to throw into the bin with the thought that it’s rotten when it seem perfectly fine to me, when I felt someone tap me. I turned only to see a guy who looks so much like my late brother, I almost hugged him, but not until I realized he can’t be the one because I was there when he was being carried into the grave.
Excuse me! How can I help you? I asked him trying to sniff back the tears I was trying to hold back, I hate myself for being the weak type.
My boss seeks your attention… he replied and I arched an eyebrow with a questioning look. And who is your boss? wait a sec, are you sure you’re not mistaken? I asked and he pointed at the car parked at a distance. “that’s the car she is in, why don’t you come with me to check who it is” he replied.
Of course I need to be careful as it’s so hard for someone in a lexus jeep call on a poor lady like me… I said again.
Lady! You’re not gonna enter the car, no one mean any harm towards you here, I’m just running the errand I was being sent… he replied
Fine let’s go! I said but not without collecting the fruit I was begging for earlier. Can I ask you a question? I said to him as we walked. “Well! I’d answer any question you ask me except the one that pertains to who called you and why”… he replied
What’s your name? I asked Desmond he replied perfunctorily
Oh! That was too fast” I said disappointed. By any chance, did I offend you? Mean what have I done wrong, you answered in a way that shows you’re not interested in any conversation… I said.
I’m sorry about that, but us conversing while we walk to meet the boss is somehow disrespectful I wouldn’t want the boss to be pissed… he said and I nodded in assent.
“Good afternoon ma’am” I said to the woman I guess is the boss as I got to the car. Why does she look so familiar? I murmured softly
“Yeah I ought to” She replied and my eyes widened. You heard that? I asked and she nodded.
I’m the woman you helped with the things I bought from a supermarket a long time ago. I’ve always thought of meeting you again because I have an offer for you which I’m not sure you’d accept. She replied
Oh! No wonder why you seem familiar to me. It’s really been a long time. What’s the offer you have for me? I asked hoping it’ll be a good one that’d suit me.
I need a house help urgently and you happen to be the first person that came to my mind. I don’t know if you’d like to be my house help, I’m sure it’d help you a little.
I seriously don’t like the fact that you beg before feeding yourself, so would you like to work for me? She requested and I almost jumped on her.
Sure, why won’t I, when it’s always been my prayer to leave this begging lifestyle. I replied with much excitement.
Ma’am I’d gladly accept the offer, but we’re two. I mean, I’ve got a friend who is like a sister to me and we’ve been hoping to have a better lifestyle.
I don’t know if you can find a job for her too. I’m sorry for making the request because I’m not in the position to do that, I just have to. I’m so sorry ma’am… I begged
I like and appreciate the fact that you’re considerate. I promise to help her find one soon though not now because I’ve got nothing right now… She replied
Alright thank you so much ma’am, so when do I start and how do I know where I’ll be working at? I asked again
You can follow me to my house now if you don’t mind and you can start immediately as well… She replied
Ma’am I can’t start now, I have to discuss it with my friend first. I can’t just leave her like that and besides I wasn’t prepared for this but I’d love to go with you now so I’ll have a view of my new workplace.. I said
“That won’t be a problem, hop in” she said
But ma’am, I’m not well dressed, I can just take a cab and follow you to your destination, I wouldn’t wanna stain your car… I said sincerely and she laughed.
Did you just say stain? If only you know how happy I am to have you accept my offer right now, you wouldn’t be saying this. She said and I entered reluctantly.
“Let’s go” she said to the driver and he obeyed immediately.
??? MATILDA’S POV???
Today has really been a great day for me, I just don’t know why I keep having a good and positive feeling.
Hey! Someone called as I was sitting on a bench under a shade and I looked at the direction the voice came from.
I guess you’re the beggar who isn’t ashamed of yourself and instead you keep causing trouble for yourself. You beat my brother up and ran away like that.
Imma let you know today that you can’t be having everything in your favour at all times… He said and brought out his phone. I smirked and stood up to leave quietly to avoid trouble.
I dusted my dress and set to leave but he pulled me back instead, I’m here because of you, so where on earth do you think you’re going to!!! He barked angrily and I scoffed “Let go off me while I’m being nice” I said calmly and innocently.
And what if I don’t? He said, just then I sighted some guys walking towards our direction.
I grabbed him by the hair immediately and started giving him series of slaps making those coming stop walking.
I gestured for them to turn back, but some of them chose to be mules as they ran up to us.
Good evening, sirs! Please I need something to feed on, could you assist me with anything? I said as soon as they got to us as the beggar that I am. And they all stood transfixed
I know you all are aware that I’m a beggar, so please I just need something to feed on. Don’t mind this man right here, I seriously did nothing wrong, yet he’s trying to fight for his kid brother when he knows I have no one to fight for me.
Had I have anyone to take my side, I wouldn’t be on the street begging for alms.. I said putting on some acting and giving a fake tears.
They brought out their wallets and gave me some cash. “Thank you sirs” I said thankfully and sauntered away. “Fools” I made sure I mutter before leaving their presence.
I got home later and met Anita waiting for me outside the house with a wide grin on her face.
Yo! What’s up girl… I said cheerfully. How was your day? She asked.
Fine, and I’m sure yours was fine too. Your face says it all, tell me what the matter is. I said pulling out an old chair we got from a dumpsite a long time ago that we use as our chair.
Please have your sit and let’s talk… I said and she did.
“I got a job offer today” she said. Really!!! I screamed and she nodded.
Wow! I’m so happy right now, I said and hugged her tight.
I’d be leaving you for the house I’ll be working in. was told I’ll be living in the house since I’ll be their house help. Trust me I asked for a job on your behalf and she promised to help me find one for you… She said and I could sense disappointment in her voice.
C’mon girl! You needn’t worry about me, I’ll be fine. Just make sure you don’t forget about me, you know I’ve always wanted the best for us both and here’s an opportunity for you to quit begging forever
Please make sure you do your work diligently, I wouldn’t want any misfortune for you anymore… I said and she did nothing but hug me.
I’ll miss us… She said with a hoarse voice. I will too, but we can’t be together forever. I’m sure something good Will definitely come my way soon… I said
I went to get something for us to eat and was returning when I saw a figure trailing behind me. I acted like I didn’t notice at first.
I continued walking and turned suddenly to see who the person was. He was so quick to hide himself but I saw what was so shocking about him.
I took to my heels immediately and noticed he was running too. Oh Lord! Why is this happening right now… I said as I kept running while he follow.
TBC…
Who could that possibly be?
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