AFTER ALL THESE YEARS Episode 13

On our way home, Mr Mike and I were chatting while driving, when he suddenly changed the topic.

You are a Christian right He asked

Yes I am I replied

I’m sorry, but what I’m about to say may sound like I’m intruding

Mr Mike, feel free to say whatever you want to say

Miss Henrietta , once again I’m sorry for intruding

Intrude, you have my permission I said

I think you should start praying about him

About who I asked

Mr Henry he replied

You are still talking in parables Mr Mike

I think he really likes you, I’m a man and I know when a man likes a woman, I can see it in his eyes that he likes you

How can I start praying about someone I just met?

I know you just met, but that did not change the fact that he likes you. Anytime I’m with him in the hotel, he only talks about...

AFTER ALL THESE YEARS Episode 12

...Days later, I got a call from him.

You know I’m travelling next weekend and I really wish we could meet one more time before I leave he saidIs that really necessary, we can talk on phone I said Henrietta , I really had a nice time the other day can you please oblige me I told you I’m always busy during the week, there’s no way I can meet up with you Are you saying I won’t get to see you before leaving When exactly are you leaving? On Saturday

Ok, let’s do it this way, we could meet on Saturday at the Airport and keep you company until your flight is ready to take off That idea is not bad, I’m happy you’ll be the last person I’ll see before I leave but I would have loved it if we meet before then he said.

Sorry about that

Promise me you’ll find time to chat with me everyday online before saturday

Promise

Good, thanks

We’ll see on Saturday

Saturday it is then, good night and sleep tight

Good night I said and the line went off.

Seriously, I don’t trust all this America based Nigerian guys, some just come down to Nigeria and trick girls, some will even claim single when they are

AFTER ALL THESE YEARS Episode 11

...Henry called on Friday evening, I told him our meeting place, he said Mr Mike will bring him.

See you tomorrow then I said

Good night Miss Henrietta

Good night Mr Henry

I woke up on Saturday morning and I realized my mind was at ease. I checked my wardrobe and I pick a simple royal blue gown. Took my bath, dressed up with silver accessories to match. I styled my hair and wore little make up. I think I’m good to go I said checking out myself in front of the mirror.

I just told my Mum that I want to see a friend, but I explained everything to my younger sister and with this I left the house.

When I got to the restaurant I called him and he said he was already there so I went in still talking to him on phone so that I could easily locate him. He got the idea and waved when he saw me on phone. I moved towards his table. Another man was with him, I guessed he’s Mr. Mike.

Miss Henrietta ! He said and smiled

Mr Henry! I said and smiled back.

Meet Mr. Mike

I thought as much I said and exchanged greetings with him.

Let me take my leave now. I have a...

AFTER ALL THESE YEARS Episode 10

 ...After my break up with Olu, I kept myself busy with work and Church activities. I don’t party or club but I make sure I use my free time to engage myself in things that makes me happy. I fed my soul with good music. Yes music is food for the soul.

Sincerely I enGraceed my single status, I was free, I don’t owe anyone any explanation for my life, I do things my way and I buy less recharge card. I know how much I spend on recharge cards when I was dating.

My Parents were very happy because I was happy. My Daddy called me once and told me I never knew you are this strong, I’m proud of you .He actually said this after My cousins wedding. My cousin got married to her....Price charming, her wedding was awesome. I was there for her all through.

I just told him Daddy, the Grace of the Lord is my strength. What does’nt kill you, make you stronger.

Five months later, I was in my room relaxing after doing my chores. I was about to see a movie on my laptop when I heard my phone ring, I looked around for my phone then I noticed the sound is coming from the bathroom.

I remembered I left it there when I washing. My Mom always warn me not to take my phone to the bathroom, but I love listening to music when washing or doing other chores.

In my Mummy’s voice The day that phone will drop inside water, ehn. Thank God you are working, you know how easy it is to earn money

I rushed into the bathroom to pick my phone. I checked the caller Id it was an international number, I was wondering who it was, although I have few friends abroad, but we only communicate via social media platforms, we rarely talk on...