CHAPTER 8: MASON Cynthia stood at the door waiting for him, she saw him pick up his phone and his suitcase heading out. "Good morning," she flashed her brightest smile at him. He sighed, looking at his wristwatch. "There's nothing good about the morning. If you will excuse me, I don't want to be late for my flight." She blocked his pathway. "Just a few minutes, please." "1 minute, that's all you have. Summarize everything you want to say." "I don't know what I did to deserve this treatment from you but at least give me a chance to prove to you that I'm not what you think. I can be a loving wife and trust me, you would not regret it," she proceeded to touch him and he evaded her touch smartly. "Time's up, if you will excuse me woman," he banged the door in her face. "Damn," she cursed. "Why is he proving so hard to please? He is really going to make my work hard. I have to make sure I get pregnant for him but how, when he doesn't even let me touch him or at least eat my food."
Cara's phone beeped at the eatery she worked at. Her heartbeat raced faster and her palms became sweaty, it was the least person she expected. It was a message from Daniel, it read; "Can we talk, please?" She calmed herself and returned his text. "Tonight is fine by me, if you don't mind," she hit the send button and she wondered if she had done the right thing. "Thanks love," a smiling sheepishly emoji followed suit. "Did you hear the news I heard lately?" Janet—one of the ladies working in the kitchen faced her colleague, Alice. Cara was the exact opposite of them, she called them 'low class ladies'. To her, they behaved rough and razz, always running their mouths, never knowing when to stop. "Heard what exactly?" The other lady—Alice—responded with less enthusiasm. "I heard that my crush, Jason Pierce, is married. Can you believe it? Who is the woman he got married to? I've always dreamed of being with him." "Dead the dream Janet, Jason Pierce is far from your league. And e
Daniel set the table for both of them, various assorted dishes filled the table. A bottle of wine and 2 glass cups were placed beside the dishes. The room was illuminated by candles on their stands, one candle stood in the middle of the table. He waited patiently for Cara to come home, she had given him a key before their little fight. The door pushed open, revealing a tired Cara. Her bag hung loosely on her shoulder and she dragged her feet. Her eyes caught the decorated table, she stuck at her position and marveled at the wonders Daniel had done. "My lady," Daniel walked up to her, giving her a hug. "Please come with me." She followed suit like a dog following its master. "Sit," he drew out a chair for her and helped out with her bag and shoes. "Thank you," she said in a small voice, not loud enough but enough for Daniel to hear. Daniel looked around. "Where's my little guy, Mason?" "Oh, he's with Amber. She called not quite long saying she'll bring him." "Oh that's no prob
CHAPTER 12: JASON MEETS CARACara dressed Mason up for school, simultaneously arranging his lunch box."Mama, I want to tell you something," his thin small voice cut through her chores."What's that baby?"He dipped his hand into the bowl of fries Cara had prepared. "I don't like Mr Daniel."His confession halted her chores, she suspended her task and squatted in front of him."Why baby? Daniel is a good man and he is going to be your dad. You've always wanted a dad, right?"He nodded his head gently, the piece of fries he held still stuck in his mouth."So, don't worry about not liking him. He's going to take good care of you, just like he's taking care of mama.""I heard him last night mama, I heard him saying his plan is in action."Cara rubbed his head and kissed his cheeks."Don't worry, baby. I'm sure it's the plan of making mummy his wife and making you his baby.""But mummy–""No more but Mason, eat your food. Daniel is coming to drop you at school," she hardened her voice a b
Cynthia stared at her phone for the 100th time in 2 days, waiting for at least a message or a call from Jason. Unfortunately none seemed to cut through. She sat at the edge of the edge in loose clothings, her womanhood ached badly, she needed the touch of a man.Her mind wandered to Adrian, he knew how and where to touch her perfectly. Working his fingers on her body like a professional, she'd always melt under him.Ever since she got married to Jason, she had ignored his calls and messages, even blocking him in order not to be able to reach her. She decided to ring Jason's cell again, praying for a miracle for it to go through. Unfortunately, it went straight to voicemail, just like the others before it.An idea suddenly lit up in her mind, one person would know where he was, the right number to call to get through to him.She rushed into the bathroom, having a quick shower. She ruffled through the wardrobe, looking for something seductive to wear. Maybe she might be lucky to get lai
Cara lowered her son down carefully without taking her eyes off the man who stood in front of her. A rush of various emotions spun through her body, some sweet, most bitter.Her face broke into a small smile but it quickly evolved back into a frown."Well well well, if it isn't Jason Pierce," her voice reeked of sarcasm mixed with pain.Jason wondered where his sweet Cara had gone."Cara, I, I uhmmmm," his words came out in bits. He scratched his head, knowing fully well that he had nothing to say."Mummy, do you know him?" Mason filled the brewing silence between them.The word mummy took Jason by surprise, his eyes widened and unconsciously his hand went over his lips."Mummy?" Jason repeated, wearing the most surprised look. "Mason is your son?""What do you care about? Nothing, just you and you alone. As far as I'm concerned I'm done with you."She grabbed Mason by the hand and led him away. Jason, still frozen at the same spot, battled his emotions as different memories came cras
Cara directed the cabman to Amber's house, she knew she would be off from work by then. She needed someone to talk to badly.Her red teary eyes welcomed Amber as she pushed the door open."What happened? Are you fine? Where are you coming from? Did someone hit you?"Amber bombarded her with as many questions as she could think of."Which one do you want me to answer first?""Anyone that comes to your mind first."Cara faced her son. "Baby, why don't you go inside Aunty Amber's room and watch TV.""Okay mummy," the little boy, oblivious of what was going on, dropped his bag and dashed inside happily."I saw Jason today, at Mason's school," Cara said.Amber wore a not surprised look and settled beside her. "Oh.""What do you mean oh? You knew?" Cara snapped."Calm down Cara, yes I knew."Cara sprang from her seat and paced around the sitting room angryily. She placed one hand on her forehead and the other rested on her waist."You knew Amber and you couldn't tell me. Why?""Don't even tr
Alexander's help opened the door for Jackson. Both men stood to greet each other, bumping into themselves and settling for their special handshake."My dearest friend Jackson, it's been a while. How have you been?""I've been good, you look chubby," Jackson teased Alexander."Well I've been trying my best, I'm all that is left in this big house.""Ethan, bring a drink for my friend," Alexander motioned for his help."Coming right up sir."The duo went silent for a while, Ethan dropped a bottle of sparkling red wine accompanied with a glass cup beside. He attempted to help him open it but Jackson stopped him."I'm no guest here, I'll do it myself."Ethan bowed and left."How's Jason doing? Hope he's fine? He came to say hi to me a few days ago before he left the country."Jackson's face transformed slightly into an angry one. "He did? Did he say where he was traveling to?""I'm not quite sure I remember, it's been a while. I'm becoming an old man now, you know," Alexander joked, hoping