LILIES OR THORNS 3

CHAPTER 3 -MR SMOOTH.

Easy took another look at the mirror. The royal blue blazer was totally enchanting. It fitted him like a king ready for the throne. He checked out his cufflinks, buttons, zipper and shoe laces. It was perfect. 

His hair was neatly trimmed, his beard was shaved and his moustache was the perfect teddy. His dark hair and fair skin was a sweet blend. A light touch of gloss on his pink lips told him he was ready to go, looking ravishing like the ladies wanted him to.

He had a meeting with a client who wanted to put up a fashion show. He took his time to creatively come up with smashing and appropriate dresses. He hoped the deal would be productive and bring in cool cash.

He needed the money to be on his feet as a man, after all what’s the usefulness of a man with an empty pocket? 

He wanted to buy materials, make clothes, pay his bills and have the biggest and unforgettable wedding of the year so he decided to bet with the money he collected from Ibironke the lousy wrench who blew his cover with Ene.  All he needed to do was tell her he loved her and reassuring sex and the money was in his hand. He also bet with the money he collected from another client.  

The problem was his loss in betting was far more than his wins. He was already in debt that was close to a million Naira and when he had no one to turn to, he had to call Ene. He knew she borrowed money from work but there was too much at stake. He had to swallow his pride and plead with her for a raise. 

Read:  Lilies or Thorns 2.

Knowing Ene, she would talk but give him the money. All she would do is complain but give it to him.

The drive to VGC from Sabo was smooth for a Tuesday afternoon till he approached the second toll gate. It looked like many people were trying to get through and there weren’t too many personnel at the gates. Thank God Akin’s car had a good AC. After about 12 minutes, they crossed over to the other side.

He arrived at the Client’s place in a few minutes and began to get settled for his presentation.

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“Mama, I have to go. I have a meeting now” said an upset Uju.

“Hmmm, Uju, Uju Uju nwam! How many times did I call you? You know..."

“Mama biko, I’ve heard you. Ka omesia”

Anytime Mama called, she always had to jab her with the ‘get-a-husband-you’re-getting-old’ song. Was she supposed to force a man to marry her? She was 38 with a figure 8 that drew catcall from guys around her but not a husband. 

She wished she had a family of her own but it didn’t seem like it was forth coming. Her friend Loretta advised her to snatch a guy from the club but it seemed she wasn’t meant to be married. She adjusted her burnt orange gown and walked into the presentation room.

She looked at the man who was presenting his work. He looked familiar. Could this be Ezekiel? Suddenly he stopped midway into his presentation and stared at her. It was indeed Ezekiel!

Read: Lilies or Thorns 4.

Watch out for the next part on Sunday.

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