On it was written 'ChoCoPoLoGie' she almost screamed,her dream chocolate,she had mentioned it to Jacob once,she had never seen it before,she had only seen it in a movie and in books.
Chocopologie is an expensive kind of chocolate,made by Knidschildt,its made of 70% valrhano cacao,creamy greanache,and handrolled with truffle oil and dusted with cocoa powder.
She removed the cover,it had two rolls,6pieces in each,she ate two pieces at a time,it tasted Yummy,it had a very rich taste.
She finished it before remembering that she had not brushed her teeth.It didn't matter anyway,she rushed to the bathroom to brush her teeth.
Jacob was the only one that could send her such,Jacob was a darling indeed.
She had to freshen up,it was past eight.
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Jacob's House
Jacob had woken up early,he'd also woken the entire staff himself,they were wondering why the boss himself took charge of things.
He wanted to make it up to Janet for the other time,his mother dismissed her.He'd let Jackie in on his plans and they both worked together to ensure everything was spick and span before she arrived.
Jacob wanted her to feel welcome this time,he wanted her to relax and be comfortable in his home.He would never disobey his mother at the same time,he couldn't sacrifice his comfort for her cry about class and money.
What was class and money compared to Love? That four letter word that could turn your world upside,if anyone had made a bet with him that he'd raise his voice over his mother in 10 yrs time,his opponent would have won his money by now.
Jacob had personally chosen the dishes to be prepared,ordering everyone around,he had never been known to fail at anything,including business and deals,he was not prepared to start with Janet the daughter of the Odenugas.
He had notified the staff at the kitchen to inform him about everything,and nothing carried on behind him.He sank on the cream sofa,he looked pleased with himself,he was downing a cup of coffee when Jackie joined him.
'I think we're making headway' Jackie said looking tired.
'Yes sis,thanks for helping me out' Jacob hugged her.
'You can thank me,when the day is over' Jackie smiled warmly at her brother.
'I sure will,i only pray she doesn't change her mind' Jacob said calmly.
'Hey brother,relax,am sure she'll come' Jackie held his hands confidently.
'I'll be so happy.'
A maid came in to ask about something,he answered her promptly and discharged her away.
'You must be crazy in love to have gone this far for Jane,i hope she's worth it' Jackie said in a serious countenance.
Jacob smiled, 'I pick my woman,she doesn't pick me,and i really love her.' he said 'Lets just wait and see.'
'Alright Jay,i haven't seen mum since i woke up' Jackie said looking at the wall clock.'Its quarter to nine already'
'Mummy's girl,you know the way to her room now,check.' Jacob said
He was fully prepared for his mother this morning.
'Don't go looking for me,I AM HERE.' a voice answered.
Jackie and Jacob were both startled,they hadn't seen her come in.
'Good morning mum' They chorused.
'Good morning' Their mother said sitting on a couch opposite theirs.
'I guess you're expecting an important visitor,there is so much fuss in the house this morning' she said aloud.
'So WHO ARE WE EXPECTING?'
Rukayat had met Habeeb exactly nine months ago,they'd glued like bread and butter on the instant,he'd stayed by her even when his muslim brothers were against their relationship.
She poured water on her body as she heard another impatient knock,waiting to use the bath.she packed her soap case and rushed out,only to see two ladies with bucket of water and towel on their bosom eyeing her,she rushed to her room,today was a not a morning for exchange of angry words.
'What took you so long' Cynthia asked, 'You have an impatient caller jare,the person no allow us hear word since o'
Rukayat checked the caller ID,it was Habeeb,she saw the message sign on her screen,
'Words are not enough to explain,how and what i feel for you.
The bright morning has come to cut short my dream about you,
My Lily,please wake up.
May Allah bless you,this day.'
it was from Habeeb,she heaved a sigh dropping her phone on the bed.She had planned to rest all day being a weekend.Her roomies went about,each to her business.
She still found it hard to believe Hannah's story of the other night.
Hannah lay on the bed pinging with God knows,she was giggling all the time,her face glued to the phone.
Shade had just returned from the bathroom,while Cynthia just sat down probably at a loss of what to do or say.
Rukayat,creamed her body,and cleared her throat to get others attention.
'Hmmm Hmmm'
'What is it?' Cynthia asked playing with her hair.
'I need your attention girls' she wore a serious expression on her face.
Hannah placed down her phone reluctantly, 'We are all ears o' she sat upright.
'Am sure this is about what Hannah said last night' Shade said putting on a skirt.
'yes,what do you guys think i ought to do' Rukayat asked.
'In my opinion,i think we should confront pweetyolly or whatever her name is.' Cynthia said.
'I support that idea' Hannah looked at Shade for support.
'Thats good then,how do we go about it' Rukayat asked
'I know her dept and her room,i know some her friends too,we can launch an attack on her' Shade watched as Hannah talked.
'Then?'
'We let her know,she has bitten more than she can chew.'
'When do we go'
'We'll issue a warning to her,and threaten her if need be,the girl is really tough' Cynthia stood up emphasizing her point.
'I am not in this with you' Shade spoke aloud.
'Why' the others chorused.
'Because,we're going about it the wrong way' She said confidenntly.
'And whats the right way?'
'Good,do you guys have any evidence?'
'No'
'Has Habeeb shown you any reason to doubt his love?'
'No' Rukayat answered,'He sent me a text some minutes ago.'
'I think we should wait,till we have concrete evidence against them.' Shade saw the look of defeat on their faces,she rushed on.
'Moreover,olamide is not someone we can confront just like that,i think she belongs.'
The other ladies looked at each other, 'Now,you know that,you're contesting with someone bigger than you.'
'I agree with you.' Hannah said
'Rukayat,lets give them time,so that we don't end up looking like fools' Cynthia gave her support.
'Am so happy to hear this,its a better idea,now i feel better' she said,relieve written on her face.
Pim.......a ping sounded on Hannahs phone,it was Akin,that rascal,Hannah thought.
Akin:Hello pweety
Hanny:Hi
Akin:how was your night?
Hanny:Fine
Akin:Are you busy?
Hanny:y re u askin
Akin:Maybe we could go out.
Hanny:Am with my friends
Akin:I don't mind,we can all go,what do you say?
Hannah called the girls attention,
'Abeg,who wan comot o'
'Se na oshofree' Cynthia asked
'Before nko,na that silly Akin for my class o'
'Am in,no be my money now'Cynthia said laughing
'I trust you' Rukayat said 'am in too o'
'See your mouth,i think say you no go comot' Cynthia laughed.
'Shade,hw far,you wan go?' Hannah asked
'Library things o,i get date with my books' They all burst out laughing.
'I was only pulling your legs.' Hannah said
'I thought you dislike the guy,yet you wan spend im money,God dey o.' Shade laughed packing her books into a small bag.
'Abeg free her o,na your brother?'
'Ask am o'Cynthia said.
Hannah continued pinging.
Hanny:Wia self?
Akin:Your choice.
Hanny: pool nko?
Akin: okay by me.
Hanny:when are u comin to pick us?
Akin:An hours time
Hanny: okay.
'Oya,lets start dressing o,the is coming in an hours time,grrrrrrr the trio began dressing and painting their face.
Shade left them for the library,'Abeg,i don't mind some take away o'
'Trust us now,we go chop remain for you'Cynthia said picking her hand bag.
'He's calling already,' Hannah said 'Hurry up girls'
'I don finish o,wetin you still dey paint Rukayat.'
They rushed like new born babies who just found a new toy downstairs,they walked towards Akin who stood by a car,greeting him,the others sat at the back while,Hannah sat beside Akin in the front seat,while Akin drove .
The car was about to zoom off when Rotimi's call came through.....Aarh
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Morning had a way of coming quietly.when you still enjoy your sleep or probably dreaming about a loved one.
Being a queit environment,you hardly hear noise,Adetoun rolled on her sides,she fought the urge to sleep off,she brought out her Bible and prayed,she sleep walked to the bathroom and rinsed her face.
She rushed to the kitchen to wash last night plate,she was tired and her body still reeked from the afternoon flogging she received,it all came rushing to her memory,her encounter with Adeola,she laughed in her heart,and she was going to make the lazy brat work.
She quietly went to Adeola's room where the girl slept like a log of wood,she tapped her buttocks urging to be queit,she took her to the kitchen,and ordered to wash the plates.
'Adeola,oya,thats soap and here's the sponge,wash and rinse those plates.' Adetoun said.
'Ah ah,all this plates?'
'Yes,thats how i wash them everyday.'
'But the day is still young' Adeola protested.
'You have to wash them before Biyisi wakes up' she said pulling her ears.
'Hurry,let me go and sweep the other rooms.'
Adeola had no other choice,she washed and rinsed the plates and pot complaining as she did so.she didn't know when her mother got in.
'What are you doing here?' Biyisi asked surprised,Adeola never washed.
'What does it look like,am doing?' she retorted rudely.
'Answer me' Biyisi said impatient.
'As you can see,am washing' she said,stacking the plates in a rack.
'Where is Adetoun?'
'I don't know o' Adeola replied.
'Did she ask you to do this?'
'She didn't and dont even ask her'
Biyisi knew that something was wrong,she left the kitchen in search of Adetoun.
Adetoun heard the give and take exchange between mother and daughter,she laughed and prepared for her turn.Biyisi walked in looking angry.
'You!' Biyisi said
'Ma,good morning ma' Adetoun cortisied before her.
'Why did you ask Adeola to wash?'
she quickly feigned innocence
'Wash?'
'She's washing in the kitchen'
'I didn't ask to wash for me'
'Are you sure?'
'Yes ma'
'Good,Uncle Titus will be arriving this morning,your father is going to the airport to collect him,i want you to prepare jollof rice for the family' Biyisi said
'Okay ma'
'Do we still have some Chicken in the freezer?'
'Yes'
'Good,i want a nice dish,any mistake and you're in trouble' She walked out,Adetoun hurried to the kitchen to get started.
She asked Adeola to blend some pepper while she washed the rice and chicken.
The whole family was up by 8,Adekunle had come to the kitchen to assist Adetoun and was surprised to find Adeola there.
'What am i seeing o? My ancestors where are you?' he mocked
Adetoun burst out laughing,she knew the reason for those words.
'Adekunle,you're funny'
'Oh my God,let this be a dream o,Madam adeola herself blending pepper.'
They burst into laughter again,Adeola watched them anger boiling in her,she kept mute.
'what can i do to help' he asked looking around.
'Help me light the cooker,i want to fry this chicken'
In no time,everything moved fast,food was ready and everyone had gone for a bath,awaiting the arrival of their father who had gone to pick his brother.
The honking of the car alerted everyone of their arrival,they all rushed to the sitting room to receive them.
Their father came in with Titus who carried a big leather box,and another small travelling bag,he looked tired,probably from the flight.
Adetoun got the bags from him,and carried it in,she could feel an odd pair of eyes on her,kunle assisted her with the big box.
Uncle Titus smiled as he hugged Biyisi too close for comfort,Adetoun thought.Titus had not changed one bit,he was thirty three but looked Twenty five.
He greeted everyone with a hug,he had hugged her too pressing her to himself for a minute longer,he smiled at her with a wicked lust on his face,he grinned foolishly.
She looked away as everyone was asking about one thing or the other,what was special about him anyway,he had been gone for just two years,she never liked him from the start.
Titus had a quick shower,while Adetoun set the table,Titus sauntered in wearing a round neck polo and a jean,he was handsome in all honesty,he looked cool and sat on a chair on the dinning.
Biyisi served the food,smiling at Adetoun as the aroma of the food wafted through her nose,she dished for everyone and they all ate the food,it tasted delicious.
Titus commented on the food as he sipped his juice in a glass,he was stylishly starring at Adetoun,making sure he was not caught,when Toun served him his drink,he'd brushed his hand on her bosom pretending not to have noticed that.
Adetoun was mad,but kept silent,she ate her meal and only said the necessary,hmmm,yes and all that.Her anger had increased when her father announced that Uncle Titus will be staying with them for a while.
Everyone chatted happily as the meal progressed asking Uncle Titus different questions,meanwhile his eyes was constantly fixed on her.
Trouble loomed!
One of the girls removed her shoe and wack,she hit it on the other girls head,in one instant,they tore each others cloth,clawing at each others face,the fight was getting hot,people stood around watching without trying to separate the frenzied fighters.
To be continued at 3pm.
