It was dark when Rim woke up. Realizing that she didn't have evening work today, she decided to learn more of her cooking by the help of YouTube.
Tomorrow is her day to cook she must practice what she has learnt.
As the old lady didn't see Rim when she by passed the kitchen, she told one one of the maids Rosalinda to go and call her. Hearing the knock on her room door, Rim logged out of YouTube and opened the door. Grandma want to see you. Rosalinda said un willingly and disappeared from Rim's sight like she was being chased by a ghost.
Rim got used to their behaviors so she wasn't affected but only wondered what the old lady could be wanting her for.
She put her phone into her suit case, locked it and strolled out of the room. She looked for the old lady and she wasn't in the living room or dinning table Rim went straight to the kitchen.
Reaching there, Rim saw the old lady happily chatting with Magdalena. She waited for them to stop and then approached the old lady. Yes grandma she outtered.
My dear Rim did you plan on going on hungry strike. You haven't had lunch and dinner now you ain't willing to eat. Is the fever that much? The old lady asked her with love. Rim felt warmth with in because of the old lady's words. The care she gets from her is like that of her real grandma. It's bad that she can't visit her because she fear those relatives to harm her.
Grandma l wasn't feeling hungry so l slept. Rim replied. No dear you have to eat whether hungry or not. You will get diseases of you don't eat.Magdalena get a plate filled with food for Rim here. She will eat when am here watching.
The old lady knows that this child is suffering emotionally even though she is trying to be strong. But she is after all a child. Who was raised in richness. In fact the old lady never blamed Rim for anything. Being also grown up in wealth, she understand how rich parents raise their children. All house work is done by the servants. These parents don't take time to educate the kids on the chores. They sometimes forget that they won't always be with their kids forever. That the kids will sometimes have to live on their own and suffer because of their parents' carelessness.
The old lady sighed as her mind came back from wondering thoughts. She glanced at Rim and shook her head.
Rim obediently sat down under the killing gazes of other maids which she turned a blind eye too as usual and begun eating the food Magdalena put on the plate. The old lady is the only one good too her she wouldn't want to make her angry.
After eating, Rim thanked Magdalena for the food and went to watch the plate. The old woman was happy that she ate and thus told all the maids to gather near her.
They are five maids in the villa. Magdalena and Rim inclusive.
It has been a while since we went to the beach all of you. So tomorrow,we will all have a family day out on the beach.You are all coming with us. No one is staying. With that said, the old lady left the kitchen. Although the old lady said all of them, but Rim understood that she was referring to her. She thought that Rim will make an excuse to stay at home. Rim laughed at that thought.
The old lady little did she know that swimming and playing at the beach are one of Rim's favorite. She felt happy instantly. May be l should use the opportunity to bring myself back to live. She decided in her mind.
All the other maid's mood also lit up. For those who have been with the Johnson family over the years like Rosalinda, Kate and Harriet knows what it means to go out with them. They enjoyed traveling with this family. They got themselves to see various things outside. Some of the things they wouldn't get a chance to see when they are outside the Johnson family.
Apart from the high salaries they get, these are the other things they love about Johnson family.
That night Rim spoke with her brother over the phone. She was happy to know that he got the first position in the mid term exams. Rim promised him a gift if he also gets the same position in the end of the term exams.
After hunging of the phone, Rim looked into suit case for something to wear tomorrow. For a period of time, she realized that she needs new clothes. All the one she has now are one year old. I think the salary for one month will be enough for the dam shopping. She whispered to herself.
She finally ironed a denim damaged Jean pant navy blue in color and a yellow crop top. She hanged them on her drawer. Afterward she got her back pack and put her red bikini into it. She got another set of bikini and also shoved it on the bag. Just in case l need a change. She muttered to herself. When she was done putting all her required things in the bag, Rim played with her phone and later went in the dreamland.
She woke up early morning and went to the kitchen to start cooking breakfast. Magdalena was shocked to see her early in the morning.
Good morning Magdalena. What's for breakfast today? Rim asked. Magdalena this time didn't look at her with disguise. But asked her if she wants to cook. It's written on their maid's chart that Rim is the one cooking today. But as usually, the old lady told Magdalena to cook instead of Rim yesterday.
Yes since it's my day l want to try cooking. Rim answered pitifully.
Hmm okay l will be here to help you incase you need anything. Here is the bread, eggs and cheese. Some bread put black chill because sir want spicy food. Magdalena explained. Rim thought that Magdalena has changed her attitude towards her. She noticed it from yesterday at dinner.
Okay let me start then. Rim said as she got the salmon bread and eggs and cheese.
She fried eggs using butter. When they were done, she sliced the cheese into square cubes. She then got the bread and cut it in the middle, the eggs also she made them into rectangular shapes to match the size of the bread.
Rim filled the bread with the eggs pieces and cheese. She did like that to more than twenty breads.
She asked Magdalena if she missed something. Magdalena was happy that she decided to do something. After testing everything, she told Rim that everything was fine.
So together they put breakfast on the dinning table.
When the old lady got to know that today's breakfast was prepared by Rim, she was so happy that she rewarded her with money.
Rim didn't want to take the money. After all she is paid her salary.And thinking that there is no difference from her and other maids, she was really reluctant. But the old lady pretended to be hurt.She had no choice but to take it. Am so happy my child that you did something like that.I knew it that you will make me proud one day. But l didnt expect it to be too soon. The old lady resumed her smile and said to Rim.Hmm training her into someone good won't be that diffucult. The old lady cheered with in.Hmm thank you grandma and don't worry l will do my best to learn everything slowly. Like a child that has been praised of doing something, Rim told with a beaming smile.Hmm okay dear did you finish preparing yourself if not go and do it quickly because the moment Malik comes down, we will be leaving. The old lady informed. Magdalena please go check on others if they are done. By the way did you all finished having breakfast? The old lady continued.No
Rim dressed in her clothes she prepared last night. She was looking too good in them. Malik found staring at her more than necessary. So maids dress like this. Hmm slowly by slowly her true aim will be out soon. Can a maid dress like this. Actually Malik loved her way of dressing but he was finding it difficult to accept it.So sorry grandma to make you wait but l couldn't find my hair pins in time so l delaid. Rim apologized. The moment she sat in the car. It's okay dear we didn't wait that long. What's important is that you are here now. The old lady replied. And ordered the driver to start the car.Rim sat in front with the driver, the old lady and Malik behind. If not the ring of his phone, Rim wouldn't have realized that Malik was also inside the car.She didn't see him when she entered.The drive to Sand beach was in silent most of the time, only the old lady and Malik could exchange few words. took them only 45 minutes. It is Sunday making the road free of
Rim this my daughter in law also Malik's mother. Next to her is lsaac Johnson Malik's father also my son. This Tariq Johnson Malik's youngest brother. Same age as you. Next to him is Malik you know him. And Tanasha here also. Plus Kim Malik's best friend..The old lady finished her introduction. Helo Rim Tariq was the first one to great her and others went on. Helo she replied. Come sit next to me here who knows we will become friends. Tariq continued.Seeing Tariq's carefree ways, Rim was again reminded of her brothers. She slowly went and sat down. From now on wards am your elder brother. Okay! Tariq suggested. No am the oldest why do l have to call your big brother. Rim said rolling her eyes to him.How old are you? Tariq asked. Am 19 and you Rim replied. I just turned 20 yesterday. See am the oldest Tariq said proudly. OK fine big brother. Rim called him and Tariq beamed with a smile.Rim am 27 will you date me. Kim on the other hand asked. No uncle.. Rim
Rim got out of Sarah's embrace. She was about to ask her some questions but then she caught a glimpse of Tanasha staring at them as she came nearer. So Rim hesitated.Mother in law here you are! I was looking for you everywhere. Tanasha choroused not sparing Rim an eye like she is invisible.Ahh Tanasha l have been here all along what is it you want to tell me. You can go a head. Sarah replied.When Rim heard that Tanasha wanted to have a word with her mother in law, she said;Mom l will leave the two of you talk. Am going in the water now.Okay dear but be careful. Don't drown yourself okay? Sarah replied to her. Okay l will was Rim's reply before she disappeared out of their sight.She went straight into the bathroom and changed her red bikini to pink one. After she was done, she tired her hair into two big pigtails. She also applied pink lipstick to her lips before she went down near the lake. She started taking selfies.Every thing she c
Malik repeated the process two times until Rim's chest begun to rise. She started to breath again. But she was too weak to even lift a finger.Malik then pamped her chest by his strong fingures and Rim released all the water she had drunk.Rim later opened her eyes slowly but then she closed it. She needs hospital now. Malik informed them.Tariq where is my car keys or go get the car ready we will send her to the hospital right away. Sarah said worriedly. Malik will she be okay why has she closed her eyes again? The old lady asked. She was blaming herself to bring them here. Such a little girl to suffer what if she wasn't seen in time. Oh God please heal her soon. She kept on praying in her mind.Don't worry grandma. The first aid l gave her will help for a while until she reaches the hospital. Be rest assured. She is just too weak. Malik explained again.Hmm okay was the reply for the old lady.But she really felt uncomfortable about Rim's situatio
Johnson group of companiesIn the CEO's office the lights are still on despite the fact that it was already time to get off work. Malik sitting in his chair and his assistant and best friend Kim besides in another chair.Are you working over night again today? Kim asked. The all previous week is best friend as been working like crazy.He doesn't understand the reason. The company doesn't have any urgent orders per now. He just don't understand that is going on in his mind recently.No am not working today am going home. Yesterday it marked six months since that marriage so l need to get rigid of it..Malik said as he cleared his table.Do you think she will agree to what you are about to do? Have you got enough evidence? Kim asked Malik.Whether she agree or not, it's isn't her decision though. They thought that they are more smarter than me. They forgot that am Malik Johnson who can't tolerate anyone's trick. Malik continued.Then good
Am not hungry l already had dinner. With that Malik ascended the stairs into their room. Hitting his brief case loudly on the glass table. He was angry. Angry that his chance to get time alone in his bedroom was disturbed.He zoomed into his closet, go his black short and a shirt. After dressing, he headed out of the house to the swimming pool. Swimming has been one of his stress killer for along time now.He passed through the back. One reason not to bump into Tanasha and the other is that the back door is way near the pool.As he came near, he eyes glanced at the figure that was enjoying water. He wondered who could it be. He strode to the pool and realized who it was.Come out now he ordered.Rim had failed to sleep. Unknowingly her thoughts kept on lingering on the story the maids told her during the day. Malik had done the first aid for her. She wondered what it feels like to be kissed by someone.Actually she couldn't believe the other maids but
Saying so, Malik like a ghost disappeared from where he was in no time and was in front of Rim who didn't see that coming. She was settled as they stand face to face his eyes boring into hers. Run her mind advised. Putting that into action, Rim took few steps backwards only to be pulled back by Malik's strong hand. Where do you think you are running too. He told into her ears.. The scared Rim actually found his voice nice listening too. But she knows very well that standing in the embrace of a married man like this is a wrong thing. So Rim shouted;Let me go. She never knew that he will actually come to get her. Was he that free? Isn't he married to be outside this time?! She wondered.Why should l didnt you ask for it? Malik responded. Rim got more scared as she heard the roughness and coldness in his tone. Trouble she inwardly said.she then heard him say ;Those who are disobedient get punished. Am your boss when l tell you something, you have to do it.