THE ONE I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR: Chapter 1 – 10
WRITTEN BY: AUTHORESS MEEYAH
?CHAPTER 8?
MATILDA’S POV
He turned the car and followed him but made sure he wasn’t noticed by him. Good he said and I wondered why, I didn’t even know why I looked at the side mirror at that time, but I was surprised when I saw different cars following us and it dawned on me that the boss said the good because of them. He must’ve seen them already…I thought
How were they able to get here so fast? I asked him but he ignored me and focused on the driving instead. I wonder why you chose to be ignoramus in nature… I said inwardly
The cars overtook us and drove faster than the boss. “Make sure he get caught” he ordered
Thanks for doing all these for me though I keep wondering why he’s after me… I said to him and he ignored again. “He’s so annoying” I thought and continued watching them race.
He’s so smart to have noticed he’s been followed… the boss said but to himself I guess. He turned back and followed another direction, but one could easily tell he’s left the task to his workers. “stay in the car and don’t ever get down no matter how I am” he ordered before alighting and I nodded.
I woke up and was feeling hungry, I didn’t even know when I dozed off since he refused to return on time. I checked the time and it was almost 5pm, wow! So he’s been away for good five hours without even considering the fact that he left someone in the car, is that how rude he could be? Well! I dare not to blame him, at least he offered to help me. I said to myself
“I really need to eat something, I’m so hungry” I said to myself as I searched the car to see if I’ll find some cash to go get something to eat, but I didn’t. It seems I’ll have to go back to my old ways… I said and opened the door and thankfully, he didn’t lock me inside.
I walked down the street hoping I’d find someone to give me something to eat. I saw a guy paying for snack he bought and decided to walk up to him to try my luck.
Excuse me sir, I need something to eat, could you buy s… I was saying but paused when the person faced me and he happened to be Desmond. Desmond! I called and hugged him forgetting the fact that I almost embarrassed myself in front of him.
Hey what’s up, what are you doing here and how have you been? He asked “I am fine” how’s my friend doing? Please can I talk to her with your phone? I lost mine a long time ago… I said
She’s been worried too, she tried searching for you by all means and even visited your previous home, but she couldn’t find you. There she comes though… he said and I looked back. Anita! I screamed and ran to hug her. What’s wrong with you, where have you been and what happened to your phone, why have you chosen to kill me with heartache? She said. I just finished explaining to Desmond.
A lot happened when you were away, Elon came back for me and he was at the verge of killing me, but I was saved by the owner of the place I’m currently living in… I explained “you found a better place to live in? she asked and I nodded. “I’m actually living with him under the disguise of memory loss” I added and her eyes widened. HIM? She asked
“Yes! Do you remember the guy I told you I went to his house by hiding myself in his car trunk? I asked and she nodded. Well! He’s the only person that came to my mind when I was being chased by Elon. I went to his house to seek for his help, though he refused at first, but I was surprised when I woke up in the hospital and saw him by my bed… I narrated.
“ Alright, so tell me how you were able to win him over with your fake memory loss” she said and I explained everything to her.
OMG! I said and gasp on remembering that I’m not supposed to be out of the car as it has been given to me as an order. What is wrong?
Desmond and Anita asked as they stopped eating.” The boss” I said and what’s wrong with the boss? They asked again and I told them why I suddenly stopped eating.
Take this, I’ll be calling you on it with the new number I get, but please don’t let it get lost… Anita said handling me the phone she’s using.
Thanks dear, I’ll get going now… I said and made to leave.
I’d have loved to go with you, but since you said he might wanna let go of you if he knows I have any related one. Just make sure you stay safe and avoid getting caught, okay? She said and I nodded.
I’m glad I ran into you two today, it really means a lot to me… I replied.
JOHN’S POV
I was so engrossed with the fun I was having with my friends that I had totally forgotten about the person i left in the car. I was reminded by the call I heard from my men to tell me the outcome of the task I have them earlier which happens to have turned out bad because they lost him, I was so dissapointed when they told me he’s working with someone who happens to be the one that came to his aid during the chase.
I stopped drinking immediately. “I have to get going” I said to my buddies and ran out ignoring their questions and calls.
I got to the car but she isn’t in. I checked around but still couldn’t find her. What am I even thinking? Why would she still be inside when she isn’t an abnormal being. I thought.
Where do I go to find her now, I mean she doesn’t even have a phone… I said to myself as I placed to and fro.
What’s up buddy, why do you look disturbed? Chris, a friend of mine said as he came out.
I left someone in the car and I’ve totally forgotten about her… I said
You mean her? Who is she by the way? He asked. “Just some random girl I decided to help for the mean time” I replied and kept looking around to catch a glimpse of her but I didn’t.
“I totally allowed fun to take over me” I said.
What does she look like? Tell me so we’ll know how to search for her… He said.
How am I supposed to know that, I don’t even look at her for a minute. I don’t know her physique or stature. She isn’t in my league at all, I just decided to assist her, so never would I have thought something like this will come up. I replied
At least you’d know what she looks like, take a look at the lady coming behind you, does she look any way like who you’re looking for? He said and I turned. I heaved a sigh of relief on sighting her walk towards us.
I almost ran to meet her but comported myself. “I don’t even know why I’m this worried about someone I hardly know” I thought as I waited for her to get to us.
“Good evening sirs” she greeted. Evening pretty, how are you? Chris replied cheerfully.
And what is so good about the evening that made you disobey me by leaving the car without my consent!!! I half yelled.
I’m sorry about that, but I was so hungry and I couldn’t help but leave the car to go find something to eat… She replied and I felt guilt eating me up.
Oh! Sorry about that, I hope you’ve gotten something to eat now? Chris chirped in and I shot him a glare.
What? C’mon dude,I’m just trying to save your ass here. You’re at fault. You shouldn’t have left her alone in the car regardless of her personality… He said
I’m sorry once again, but I found myself begging for something to eat when I couldn’t find any money in the car… She said
Of course you would. A beggar, that’s who you are and it’s an indirect way of telling you about your lifestyle. Imagine someone telling me she found herself begging on the street, that’s absurd you know… Wait a sec, were you trying to steal from me with what you just said about searching the car for money? I said and her countenance changed immediately.
“John! C’mon that’s harsh man” Chris interrupted. Okay fine! Can I take her with me? At least she can start working for me if you find her unwanted… He added
“Suit yourself” I said and entered my car and drove away leaving them stunned. I don’t even know how I’m feeling right now… I thought as I hit the steering.
Welcome sir, but where’s Matilda? My gatekeeper asked as soon as I drove in as he kept checking to see if she’s in.
“She’s no longer coming here” I replied coldly
I entered the main house and that was the same question others asked me while I gave them the same answer, though it’s only one among my workers that seem happy that she’s gone, but I care less.
Days later, I found myself guilty of treating her in such way, so I took my car keys and drive straight to Chris’s apartment.
I didn’t even knock and I need to authorization to enter his house since his workers know who I am.
I got in and met them sitted facing each other with a smile on their faces.
“So tell me about yourself” was what I heard Chris say to her but was cut short when I interrupted.
“Let’s go home” I said facing her
Excuse me? They both said in unison
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