Episode 5 - The Guest
Author's POV
Life is all about the choices that will make and why we make them. You become a good person when you make more of a good choice but know we all make mistakes. - Zara
Farad - Sofiat?... She came quite early
Zara - who's she? You've never spoke of her
Farad - she's a new friend and I'm sure you're going to like her.
Zara - she's melancholy, I hope so... Go freshing up.... We are about to eat breakfast.
Farad - okay my love... (I got up from my bed and quickly freshened up to meet my guest)
I kept wondering if Sofiat would be comfortable around my family. How will I introduce her to my dad and step mom. I was a bit worried but I know I'll come up with something. After bathing, I put on my favourite white Polo and black long sleeve top so after breakfast, Sofiat and I will have to drive to Adeiza's place.
Sofiat - Hi Farad.. Good morning. I hope you slept well?
Farad - Yes I did. You look gorgeous in that red dress
Sofiat - (Blushing...) You got me with the compliment Farad. I hardly give in a smile but Thanks.
Farad - You are welcome... We are about eating you should join us.
Sofiat - Okay (she stood up and walk towards the dinning table)
I helped her with her chair to sit comfortably (just like in the movies) after doing the same for Zara. it's a way of being polite to a lady.
Zara - (feeling a bit Jealous) So Sofiat how did you met with Farad?
Sofiat - If I told you, you won't believe..
I was so anxious to hear what she would but dad and step mom joined us on the dining.
Dad - Who's this beautiful young lady?
She greeted my dad and step mom as they prepare to take a sit.
Step mom - I think that's Farad's friend, I heard when Priscilla came to tell Naomi Farad had a guest while we were in the kitchen.
Dad - Okay... You are welcome Young Lady... What's your name?
Sofiat - I'm Sofiat
Step mom - What a nice name
Dad - You are a Muslim and I guess you are from the west?
Sofiat - Yes sir.
Dad - How are your parents?
Sofiat - I'm an orphan
We all felt heartbroken learning she's an orphan and that's the reason why she hardly put a smile on and talk less. She narrate how her family were murdered and she fell into coma for three years. It was really a tragic story and everyone was hoping to know more about her.
After the meal Sofiat and I prepared to leave. Zara kissed me and waved me bye.
Step mom - we hope to see you again soon.
Priscilla - Me too..
Sofiat - Inshallah... Thank you very much Sir/ma
Let's get going Soffie... I'll drive she said politely. That won't be a problem I replied. I informed Adeiza we were on our way and in the next 20minutes we got there.
Farad - we are here...(she parked the car) This is Adeiza. Adeiza meet my friend Sofiat.
Adeiza - (Smiles) I know Sofiat more than you know her.
Sofiat - it's good to see you again John. (They hugged each other)
Adeiza - Now I do have a guest... Let's go inside we have a lot to talk about....
Watch out for Next Episode...
Faridah (in her cell) heard footsteps coming towards her direction, so she waited to see who it was, behold she put a smile on.
Faridah - (smiled) What do we call this? I was thinking... "a surprise visit"...
To be continued...
Written by Masud Umoru