Shadow Of Love

Episode 6

As I showered, I could hear Franca’s laughter. It filled me with so much joy that my boyfriend is a lovable person who can make things happen, positively of course.

I had earlier packed my weekend bag (lols) so I just dressed up, applied a little make up and stepped into the sitting room.

Tobe: Here comes the beauty queen. My love.
I smiled and went beside him and sat my heavy behind down.

Tobe: You’re beautiful.

I chuckled and he tucked my hair behind my ear.

Tobe: You set?

Me: Yes.

He stood up and helped me stand.

Me: Girlfriend, I’ll see you on Sunday.
Franca didn’t look up. She just nodded and we left.

As we drove out of independent layout, I couldn’t help but wonder what was really happening between Charles and Franca.

Me: Did she tell you?

Tobe: What? Who?

Me: Franca. I mean, did she tell you about Charles?

Tobe: No. Is anything the matter? Cause she looked so happy.

Me: I think they’re having issues.

Tobe: If she didn’t tell you, do you think she’ll tell me?

I shrugged and we continued in silence. Old GRA told me it’s name the very moment we drove into the estate. It was quiet and peaceful, like nature was giving you peace.

We drove into a compound, the gate was short, not something I’ll call a gate shaa. The gateman locked it behind us and approached the car.

GM: Good afternoon sir.

Tobe: Afternoon Felix. Is my neighbour back?

GM: No sir.

Tobe: Okay. If I need anything, I’ll call you. And this is my girlfriend, her name is Pamela.

GM: Welcome aunt.

I smiled at him and he walked away. He looked like he was between the age of 23-25.

Tobe: So babe, this is my house. I live downstairs though, my neighbour stays upstairs.

I looked around, the compound was big, very big. There were flowers and small trees in the compound, his sienna and one other car was parked at the end of the compound, the house itself looked beautiful and I couldn’t help but imagine what the interior would look like.

Me: Tobe you’re just a student o.

Tobe: Student with class.