Eric sat on his office chair in his office writing on a book.
His thoughts wandered to what happened yesterday and he stopped writing.
He didn't know when he started laughing remembering the way Katrina pushed him when she woke up.
Gosh!!, she's really funny.
She had called him an arrogant pig. He was surprised he didn't react to it, he was supposed to be angry but he had found it funny.
He shook his head and took his pen to continue writing when his phone rang. It was his mom calling.
Why was she calling when she knew he was always busy at this time?
He answered the call.
"Hello darling," his mom said at the other end.
"Hello mom, how are you doing?" He asked.
" I'm fine baby, I know you're busy right now. I just wanted to let you know I'm at your house right now" His mom said, going straight to the point.
" But you didn't tell me you were coming. I would have stayed home" Eric argued.
"Don't worry, I'm going to wait till you get back. I'm having dinner with you tonight." His mom said.
" Won't you get bored waiting for me?" He asked.
"No, not when I have Katrina here with me. Why didn't you tell me you have a new maid who's pretty, smart and funny?" She asked.
"Umm, ooh... I forgot mom." He replied.
"Okay baby, take care of yourself. I'm hanging up now. We will talk better when you get home" she said.
"Bye mom," Eric replied.
His mom ended the call. She met Katrina already and he thinks she likes her already.
Wow!!
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Katrina sat in the sitting room laughing her ribs out. Eric's mom was really funny.
His mom was telling Katrina about her childhood experience.
Katrina couldn't stop laughing.
"I used to get chased by so many men, I played with most of their feelings, I must confess.. I was a great flirt then " Eric's mom said.
"Until I met Eric's dad, I fell in love with him. It was love at first sight, I didn't believe I would fall in love with someone, I used to think love is for the weak and foolish people because I did witness the stupid things my friends did for love "she continued.
"I met him at a party, we exchanged numbers, kept in touch, and got to know each other better. Then we started dating, we dated for a year before he proposed to me. I was so happy, we got married and then not up to five months, I became pregnant " she said.
"That was when Eric came into the picture. When he was born, I felt on top of the world, he was sooo gorgeous, my sweet little baby. His dad was very proud of him and still is. He was very pretty just like a girl and he looked like one then, people mistook him for a girl " she said laughing.
"Wow " Katrina exclaimed, she was laughing too.
"I watched him grow up with so much pride. I watched my little boy turn into an adult with so many achievements already but then he took after me in this flirting game " she said and they both laughed.
"He doesn't believe in love too and he thinks all women are after his money, that's true though."Eric's mom said.
"Can you imagine?? some of those women came to meet me asking me to say something good on their behalf in the hope that with my influence Eric might like them " she said.
"I've had my own share of experience with those women too. Molly and Helen" Katrina said laughing.
"Wow, you've seen Molly already? " His mom asked.
"Yes ma.. "Katrina replied and told her everything that happened that night. Mrs Salmadiego, Eric's mom kept on laughing.
"She's going to get engaged to Eric soon, " she said.
"I'm aware "Kat replied.
"But I don't like her. I hate her attitude " Mrs Salmadiego said.
"I don't like her too," Katrina said, agreeing with her.
They kept on talking and laughing.
Mrs Salmadiego said she was going to make lunch, so she and Katrina made lunch together and it was fun.
Katrina stared at Mrs Salmadiego. She reminds her of her mom. Her mom died a long time ago and Katrina missed cooking with her.
Lunch was ready, Katrina served the food and gave Alvin his share. After eating, she washed the plates and cleaned the kitchen, then they sat down to watch a programme on the Tv.
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At exactly six O'clock, they heard the blaring of car horns."My baby is back " Eric's mom said and without waiting for him to come in, she went out to meet him.
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Eric came down from his car after he had parked it well. His Mom came to meet him and hugged him. He hugged her back, Katrina was standing at the door watching them.
Mrs Salmadiego held her son's cheeks and stared at him lovingly.
"How was work today? " she asked.
"It was fine mom. I missed you " Eric said, pouting like a baby.
"Same here baby, come inside, you need to rest " she said and led me inside.
"Good evening Sir " Katrina greeted.
"Evening Katrina " Eric replied and started walking past her. His mom held him back.
"Just like that, you didn't ask her how her day was?? " She asked.
"Mommmm," Eric called.
"Eric, " she replied.
"It's not necessary, " he said.
"Oh my.. Eric... " she started to say but he interrupted her.
"Mom, let me go take my bath and get refreshed. I will talk to you later" he said and pecked her then hurried upstairs before his mom stopped him again.
" Don't mind him.. He's always like that " Eric's mom said to Katrina."I'm not surprised. I'm used to it already " Katrina replied smiling.
"Don't worry, soon he's going to change. He allows you to call him Sir? " she asked.
"Actually he insisted I call him Sir, " Kat replied.
"Wow" she said.
"I want to prepare dinner, he would like to eat anytime from now on, '' Kat reminded.
"I'm cooking dinner with you, " Mrs Salmadiego said.
"No ma, you need to rest. I can handle this " Kat refused.
"I insist. I want to cook for my boy" His mom insisted.
"Okay if you insist, " Kat replied and they went to the kitchen together.
They set about preparing dinner, they prepared Eric's favourite food. Eric's mom taught her how to prepare his favorite food. They were gisting and laughing as they cooked.
Soon the food was ready, Katrina went to set the dining table.
Eric came down looking handsome in his red shorts and white top.The table was set already and the food neatly placed on the table.
"Wow, my favourite " Eric exclaimed and without wasting time, he drew a chair and sat down ready to devour the food.
Katrina took some food to Alvin, when she returned Eric's mom was sitting beside him. She had set the table for two, why was she seeing three plates now??
"Come and eat with us," Eric's mom said.
"Huh?? " Katrina said, surprised.
"Yeah, as you can see there are three plates here. Come and eat with us" his mom said again.
"Don't worry Ma'am. I do eat in the kitchen or in my room. You guys should go ahead and eat, you have lots of things to catch up on" Katrina said, trying to excuse herself.
"I insist, we don't mind, right Eric?? " Mrs Salmadiego asked.
Eric stared at Katrina for a while before nodding.
"You see, so come and join us " she said and Katrina reluctantly sat down.
Katrina dished out her food, there was orange juice on the table too. They prayed then started eating.
Eric was watching Katrina eat, so she felt shy."I've missed your cooking mom.. This is so nice " he said to his mom.
"Thanks baby. I've missed cooking for my baby " his mom replied.
"You now cook for only your husband. I'm going to keep you here and make you my wife so you would cook for only me " he said jokingly.
"Don't let your father hear this, you're going to be in hot soup" she replied laughing.
"I know. Dad's so jealous, he's even jealous of me, his son, he thinks I'm in a competition with him for your attention " Eric said laughing.
"Don't mind him. He doesn't know I love you both equally " his mom replied.
"I'm jealous of you guys, " he said.
"Then get yourself a wife"
"I'm not ready yet, I don't even like anyone " Eric said frowning.
"You should like Katrina, she can cook, she even assisted me in preparing your favorite food, she is neat, she is... "
"Mom, just stop, okay " he said.
Katrina adjusted herself on her seat and cleared her throat.
"Ohh, I'm sorry for the awkwardness, " Mrs Salmadiego said laughing.
They kept on talking and laughing while Katrina sat listening to them and watching them. She could see the love between mother and son, they're so close.
She really misses her mom. The only family she has left was her sister. They used to be so close but after her encounter with Eric, her sister changed completely. She misses how close they used to be. Katrina was starting to get teary, so she stood up and excused herself.
She went up to her room to take her bath. She finished bathing, then wore her pajamas, then came downstairs to clear the table.
Eric and his mom were still chatting while Kat sat watching TV and pressing her phone after she was through with everything she was doing.
She saw the pictures that Eric's mom had sent to her. Eric's mom sent pictures of Eric when he was still very little. He looked like a girl and was so cute. The pictures were funny too.
Katrina smiled an evil smile on seeing the pictures. She was going to use the pictures to tease the hell out of Eric.
Eric's mom got ready to leave at exactly nine o'clock. She hugged Katrina and Katrina hugged her back.
"Mom, did you come with your car?? " Eric asked.
"No, you're going to drive me home, " she replied.
"Okay mom, let's go " he said and they left.
Katrina was left alone at home, she wasn't feeling sleepy so she decided to go to the pool.
She sat down and dipped her legs into the pool when she got there. The water was cold and she loved it.
The moon reflected on the water making it so beautiful. She was lost in thoughts just watching the pool that she didn't know how long she stayed that way.
She felt someone's presence and she looked up. She saw Eric sitting beside her and was shocked.
Katrina made to stand up but he held her back.
Eric had returned back after he took his mom home safely. It was almost eleven pm but he doesn't feel like sleeping. So he decided to go to the pool, he loves staying there whenever He's chanced to. On getting to the pool, he saw Katrina sitting on the floor besides the pool.She comes here too?? She looked lost in thought, she's looking more pretty tonight. He walked towards her but she didn't notice till he sat down and dipped his legs into the pool. Katrina turned to look at Eric and made to stand up but he held her back. Eric held her unconsciously and when he saw Katrina staring at his hands, he let go of her abruptly. "You can stay " he said. "Ummm... Okay" Katrina replied and sat back. "So what were you thinking of?? " Eric asked. "You didn't notice my presence." "Nothing, I was just looking at the beauty of the moon " she replied. "You watch the moon at night? " He asked. "Not always, but I watch it when I can't sleep up in my room" she replied. "Oh, I see. I love w
"My God, " Katrina screamed. Eric's body temperature was high. Could it be the rain?? She started to panic. Then she remembered what her mom usually does when her body temperature is high. "You need to relax Katrina, " she said to herself. Just then Eric's phone rang. The caller was Melinda. Who was she??One of his numerous ladies?? Katrina ignored the call. On second thought, she decided to pick the call. "Hello, " she said. "Sorry, can I speak to Mr Eric? " The caller asked. "Ummm... Who are you? " Katrina asked. "I am his secretary. He has an appointment by nine: thirty with Mr Dennis and he's yet to come " the caller replied. "Ooh.. He can't make it, he's sick" Katrina replied. "Since when?? " The lady asked. "Last night, " Katrina replied. "Damn. That means I have to cancel the appointment, ``she said. "Please do, " Katrina replied. "Extend my greetings to him. I hope he gets well soon " the lady said. "Thanks" Katrina replied and ended the call. Eric was sti
Katrina got carried away with her dancing that she didn't realize Eric was watching her. She got startled when she heard his voice and she stopped dancing immediately. "No don't stop. I love it" he said. "Uhmm... I'm sorry Sir, I got carried away " she apologized. "No it's fine. I enjoyed watching you dance " he replied. "Really? " Kat asked. "Yeah... Teach me how to dance " he said teasingly. "What?? " Katrina asked surprised. "I'm serious " he said laughing at her facial expression. "I'm not a good teacher " she replied laughing. "Hmmm" "Yes Sir " she replied. "So tell me, what else do you know how to do?? I know for a fact that you can cook, clean, dance, bake. Are there more?? " he asked, folding his arms on his chest. "Well, I can wash, I love sewing, I can knit. I think that's all" Kat replied. "Wow, your future husband is really going to be lucky. His wife would know how to do lots of things " he said. "Thank you. At least my husband won't have to waste his money
Katrina saw him bend his head to kiss her. At first she was too surprised to do anything. His lips was almost on hers when she regained her senses. She pushed him away. Eric didn't know when he drew Katrina back. Their faces almost met, she was looking pretty and her lips were too tempting. Without thinking, he bent his head to kiss her and wasn't expecting the push. Okayy, first time a woman was rejecting his kiss! He got pissed and threw his hair back in anger, holding his forehead to calm himself down. "I'm sorry about that. I didn't know what I was doing, if not I wouldn't have tried to kiss someone like you. You're clearly not my type " He said angrily. "Huh? " Katrina asked. She was surprised by his outburst. "I think you over stepped boundaries. You're coming close to me. From now on, I'm going back to the way things were before. You will talk to me formally from now on and a new rule is added." Eric added. "A new rule? " Katrina repeated. "Yes, you won't talk to me unl
Katrina walked to her room in anger.Gosh, she was really angry right now. She felt like punching someone. Eric's so arrogant. She was thinking he's a changed person but she was clearly mistaken. Then she remembered the happy moments and tears dropped out of her eyes. She started sobbing."He's just too cruel!!!" She screamed."Okay Katrina, no more tears for that arrogant pig " she said to herself.But wait, why was she crying?? Katrina stood up and walked over to the dressing mirror. She stared at herself in the mirror still wondering why she cried."Just admit it, you miss him" her inner voice said."No way" Katrina corrected immediately. She dried her face and went downstairs.Eric was no longer there. The used plates was still on the dinning table. She packed the plates to the kitchen and washed them, then she went up to her room to take her bathe after washing the plates. After taking her bathe, she wore her night robe.She wasn't feeling sleepy and she felt like going to t
Katrina was glad when they entered the hall. Eric's mom and another woman walked towards her and Eric."Katrina darling" Eric's mom said hugging her."Good evening Ma'm. Thank you for inviting me over and thank you for... " Katrina started to say but was interrupted."It's nothing, thank you for coming " Mrs Salmadiego said and smiled.The other woman hugged Eric."Nice meeting you " the woman said to Eric."My pleasure " he replied."Come, I reserved a special seat for you "the other woman said. The woman turned to look at Katrina and gave her a brief smile.Eric and Katrina followed his mom and her friend to the seat. Eric caught most ladies attention as they walked. Many ladies were drooling over him. Katrina could see some guys staring at her too.They got to the seat reserved for them. The table was well decorated with different wine and drinks on the table."Come with me son, let me introduce you to my friends " Eric's mom said to Eric."Is it necessary? " Eric asked."Yes darli
Eric kissed Katrina passionately and Katrina kissed him back.Gosh!!, he's a good kisser. Eric couldn't believe Katrina was kissing him back. Her lips tastes so good.He could still taste the wine she drank earlier on in her mouth. He started romancing her while they kept on kissing. He placed his hands on her breasts and she stepped back. Katrina felt his hands on her breasts and came back to her senses. She stepped back immediately interrupting the kiss and was panting for breath."I'm going to my room now " she said and without waiting to hear anything from him, she ran upstairs not minding the high heels she was putting on.When she got to her room, she slammed the door and locked it. Katrina went straight to the mirror to check her lips out.It was swollen, her lipstick was smeared. Unconsciously, she ran her tongue over her lips. She felt like kissing him again."Come on Kat, get a hold of yourself " her inner voice said."Time to undress" she said and started to pull off he
*Back at Sweetgrass * Maureen, Katrina's sister sat in her room drinking and lamenting as usual. There was a knock on the door and she stood up to open it.It was the man that brings the latest newspaper to her. Maureen thanked him and he left.After what Eric did to her, she kept reading the newspaper to know the latest updates about him.She still can't get over Eric!The front page of the paper made me gasp in shock.Maureen stared at the pictures of Eric and Katrina on the paper.Wait! She can't believe this. Maureen cleaned her eyes and stared at it again."Is this really Katrina??my own sister? " She asked herself. Maureen brought the paper closer to her face."It's Katrina. She's the one" she screamed."What's she doing with Eric?? ""His new girl? " She read the headline aloud."Katrina fooled me!!" She screamed.She lied to her, no wonder she never called. Maureen felt betrayed and angry. She threw the bottle of wine away, it shattered into pieces.Just then, she hear