018 - A Reunion

When Lola opened the door, she was surprised to see the manly figure standing outside with some bags in his hands. He had a playful smile on his face as he stared back at her. “It’s good to see you again, Lola.”

“James?”, Lola called out as she stared at the familiar face in surprise.

“Are you surprised to see me?”, James asked, his lips curling up by the side.

“No.. oh yeah. Mum has been expecting you and Petra.” Lola answered a little absent-mindedly.” Are you here alone?”...

“No. Mom will be right up. Forgot her phone in the car..”

Lola glanced at his hands and regained her manners.

“Oh, forgive me. Please come in.” She said and opened the door wide enough for him to pass through with the bags in his hand.

James walked past her and just as the door was about to close, it was held back and Mrs Andrew’s round face came into view. “Hold up.. coming through!”

Petra was plump and had a cheerful demeanor.

“Oh, dear. Is that you Lola?. You look so big now, come here!.”, She smiled wide