Must Read: A man

7 years ago

Must Read: A man

IT WAS TUESDAY MORNING, Pemisire just
finished dressing up when Helen was ready to
leave for school too. She smiled as she waved
at her, picking up her handkerchief. Just then,
Helen walked back in, smiling and winking at
Pemisire as she picked up her call. “Michael.”

She said softly as she conversed with the guy
on phone.

Pemisire cleared her throat and leaned against
the wall as Helen made her call. It was after
some minutes she concluded the call and
grinned up to Pemisire. “He said he’d be here very soon.” She said.

Pemisire hissed dryly. “Honestly, I have
forgotten you made a call the other day, didn’t
he tell you the actual day he would be here?”
She asked.

“He asked after you and said he’d be here very soon.” She replied.

“Honestly, I think we are in danger.” She said.

Helen snorted as she smiled. “You think so?
Do you think it is a lie?”
“I know this a lie! See Helen, I think we should
leave this house as soon as possible.”

“What is Pemisire saying? You’ve taken this
issue serious, why?” Helen hissed, frowning.

Pemisire scratched her head. “This is serious,
honestly. I have something in me telling me
we are in danger. You’ve leaked the secret.”

“I didn’t! I only told him you’ve been here,
that’s all.”

“Didn’t I tell you not to tell anyone?”
“Anyhow.” She hissed and waved her hand.

“Anyways, I have to go and see Richie.”

Pemisire picked up her bag.

“Richard’s wife.” Helen pulled out her tongue and laughed.

“But, give me his mobile number.” Pemisire
brought out her phone.

Helen handed her the phone and flicked her
hand to check what the time was. “I’m running late.” She said.

“I’m through too.” She gave her the phone
back and both walked out.

****

“Now, things are going on smoothly, I think
we can strike tomorrow instead of Friday.”

Lawrence told his guys.

“Yes boss. What is the schedule for today?”
One of his guys enquired.

“Visiting the Estate again, to ask for their
room.” He replied.

“But sir, the money we’ve spent so far is very much, I still see the possibility of we spending more.” One of them complained.

“Yeah. To get a house to rent, within just a
day is not a small things, also the way we’ve
planned everything. But, the documents we
have come for will make even my tenth
generation not to suffer.” He grinned. “I ought to leave everything to you guys but I have to be here to see for myself.” He laughed.

“So, let’s keep hoping and preparing to strike tomorrow.” He said, nodding continuously.

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“Who are you? Please tell me.” Richard asked Pemisire as she sat beside him.

“I don’t know the number of times you want
me to tell you I am the unknown.” She smiled.

“Is it because you care so much because of
me that has made you come early or you ran
away from home? How have you been coping,
leaving your house when your parents and
siblings are around?” He asked her.

“Did I tell you I have parents?” Sher said
taking her face away.

“Really? Please tell me your name. For you to
have left your Bartendering job because of me,
I wish to know you more.”

Pemisire laughed. “I am the unknown, that’s
all.” She replied.

“I am sure my friends must be preparing to go
to work now, but you are here taking care of
me. I appreciate you.” Richard said.

“I told you earlier, maybe God purposely let us
meet for me to let you know of his existence
and let you know you have to forgive all those
who have sinned against you, even when
difficult.”

Richard smiled. “You are twisting the
discussion again.”

Pemisire laughed.

“The Doctor has assured me that I’ll be
discharged this morning. I wish to bury my
sister today.” He said, changing the mood.

Pemisire sniffled. “Just.. be patient, take
everything easy. I don’t want you to start
crying. I will help you start the preparations
now, I think I should check on Doctor Kate.”

She stood up.

“Thanks so much, I appreciate you.” He said,
trying not to cry.

Pemisire smiled faintly. “ALL is well.”

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