CHAPTER SIX

"Ding dong!!" Went the doorbell of the Joel family house.

The maid rushed in response to the bell "Good morning sir" She greeted with a smile. "Mr. Joel is in the living room" Making way for him to enter

"Thank you" the man took a gentle stride into the house.

"Good morning Mr. Joel" he entered the living room with a wide grin.

"Ahh Seun my boy" Mr. Joel was pleased to see him "Have a sit" He requested while the maid brought Seun a glass of water.

"How was your business trip to Abuja sir?" Seun willing to start up a conversation.

"Fine fine." Throwing a grape into his mouth.

Suen dropped the glass on a small table beside his couch after a sip. His demeanor was strange, constantly tapping his finger on the arm rest and wiggling his legs, exuding a strong sense of nervousness.

Strange, I have always known him to be confident.

Mr. Joel was a very discerning man. Noticing Seun's odd behavior, he decided to investigate and know what was on his mind.

He picked the bowl of grapes and passed it on to Seun "So how was lunch with Shola? She didn't tell me about it" Testing him with the topic of Shola.

After knowing Seun for so many years, Mr. Joel knew he would never be hesistant to bring up a topic relating to business. They had done so many business transactions together for Seun to fidget about just another one. So it had to be something else, that's why he picked the next most probable topic to tease Seun's thought out.

"Uh… She couldn't make it sir" puckering his brows as he cleared his throat. "She was probably busy or something" Nope. The only thing she was busy with was ignoring him all day, and he was going to find out why. One way or another.

"And I guess you are here to see her" Making a remark after his accurate observation.

"Yes sir!"

Mr. Joel chuckled "You clearly don't know her routine" Nodding his head with a smile, but not from disappointment.

"Uh… That's not all sir" Seun aimed to quickly recover Mr. Joel's full attention.

"Oh, so what else then"

Seun cleared his throat and adjusted himself properly on the couch. "You see sir, I and Shola have known each other since childhood and she has been my only friend since then"

"Hmm hmm" A little furrow appeared on Mr. Joel's forehead, trying to follow up with Seun.

Seun continued "We are no longer kids anymore, and I think the time has come for us to take our relationship to the next step sir"

Mr. Joel wore a knowing smile as he rubbed his beardless chin. "Seun I have known you since you were a boy, so from the moment we started talking I already guessed why you were here" He caught Seun's liss with a glance. "Of course I would like to have you and Shola enjoy a couples' life, but you see the decision doesn't lie with me. It's Shola"

"I understand sir" even though it wasn't what he wanted to hear

"Good. So you have my support, but still talk to her first."

"Okay sir." Seun agreed, not that he had any choice. "Um… But where…?"

"She is at work" Mr. Joel picked the TV remote from beside him "Let's watch some tv, shall we?"

As one of the most eligible bachelors in town, Seun always got aboslutely whatever he wanted, he didn't even need to try at times. But this time, things were different, Shola was different. After blowing his first shot with her, he would need to work hard to get her this time.

***

While Seun was on a mission to get himself back into Shola's life, Shola was on an entirely different mission to completely win over Samuels heart. Even though without any attempts Samuel was hers already.

Shola was with Samuel at MaxPax, sitting on his thighs as they held each other and fawned.

MaxPax is a gym that Samuel visited every morning. Being a huge fan of fitness, he always carried out several workout routines to maintain his fitness. Every member of MaxPax was allowed only one visitor when ever they were around, so Samuel took the luxury of inviting Shola over to gym.

"You ever wondered why it rained every time we met?" He stared at Shola's hazel coloured eyes

Shola threw him a puzzed look "It's the raining season and it rains all the time. Its just a coincidence"

Samuel's smile showed he had something else in mind "It's because whenever I am with you I can do anything. I can even make it rain" He kissed her hand, allowing himself to be engulfed by her scent.

"I see" Even her blush was beautiful, reacting to Samuel's flattery.

"Uh huh" he replied tracing her thigh with his hand, slightly going underneath her skirt.

"Stop! Not now" Averting Samuel's virile touches. "And most especially not here!" Shola clipped. If they were alone she would have probably given in and felt how it would be like to have him touch her all over, but sadly they weren't.

Shola was deeply in love with Samuel but she wasn't going to be blinded enough to ignore her principles. If Samuel was to succeed in being intimate with her, it would have to be private.

"Just teasing" he wore a suspicious smile. "I will wait until you are ready" Even though he wished it was sooner. Every part of his being wished for Shola's touch, to learn every part of her body and memorise them in his photographic memory. But he had to be patient.

Shola made an attempt to get off his thighs but he drew her back in, holding her even tighter this time.

"Where to?"

"Remember I have to go to work?" Forcing herself out of his hold and getting up

Samuel tapped his forehead "Come on Shola it's a weekend" he stood to follow her "I can understand my mum being too busy, she is the accounts manager. But you don't need to stress out during weekends"

"But…"

Samuel cut her short with a velvety tone "Hey!" Taking off his shirt and exposing his tantalisingly built body. "Don't you want to watch me work out?" Trying to coax her with his burly body, slowly walking towards her.

"Shut up!" Maxwell came from behind and tapping Samuel on his head "Shola go jare. If you wanted to workout, you for don start since" pulling Samuel away from Shola.

Maxwell was Samuel's friend, they had known each other for a very long time. Ever since their university days and before Samuel travelled out for his masters. He was also the owner of the gym, thus the name.

"Abi!" With a burst of laughter Shola ran out of the gym.

After a flicker she poked her head back into the gym "Psst! Samuel" grabbing his attention. "I love you!" Then continued on to work.

I love you too

Samuel stood there staring until Maxwell yanked at his hand "Thats enough man, lets get to work"

For the first time in a while, the sun shun bright that morning. The weather was almost perfect with a warmth in gentle breeze that flowed around. A new season was coming, and with it came new hope and expectations for Shola. Things were beginning to make sense again as she stood outside the gym leaning on the door, and her hands crossed across her chest.

This is my time!

***

Apart from Mrs. Akande and Shola, the company was expectedly always empty during the weekends. They both stayed dedicated to their work and constantly got promotions and raises. They slowly became very good friends over time as Shola began to respect Mrs. Akande like a daughter would, her own mother. Even though Shola was still very young, her behavior was mature. As a result, earning Mrs. Akande's full trust and respect.

"Shola I have been meaning to talk to you about something" Mrs. Akande turned her chair to face Shola.

In response, Shola dropped her pen and took off her headset. "Yes ma?" Always ready to listen when ever Mrs. Akande was talking.

"Its about you and Samuel" Mrs. Akande started

Oh no! Has she noticed anything? Damn Samuel!

"I and Samuel?" Shola's expression was a mixture of fear and shock

"Yes" Mrs. Akande leaned on her desk "Samuel told me everything already. To be frank I was really disappointed when I heard" Her look was scary enough to make a six year old cry, but only enough to make Shola's legs shudder.

Samuel you fool! I wanted to tell her myself!

"Please don't be. I…"

"I was Shola!" Her tone became even scarier "He shouldn't have said such things about your behind" reffering to the incident that occured when they first met.

My…

"My behind?" Her thought came out loud, driven with a scent relief

Phew! It wasn't what I thought it was.

"Yes! He told me everything and I apologize on his behalf. His behavior was ill"

Shola crouched at Mrs. Akande's feet and held her palm "You don't need to do that ma" She raised her gaze to Mrs. Akande ready to tell her about she and Samuel's relationship "As a matter of fact I and Samuel have gone past that ma"

"Gone past it? I don't understand"

Shola moved closer, taking a deep breath "The thing is, Samuel and I are…"

Mrs. Akande's phone rung, interrupting Shola "Eh! I have to take this"

Again?

Everytime Shola wanted to tell Mrs. Akande about everything, something always came in the way. It was beginning to feel like destiny didn't want her to tell Mrs. Akande just yet.

No! Shola was going to tell Mrs. Akande anyways. She had to get this off her chest, she couldn't hide it for too long. Besides Mrs. Akande would probably be happy to know someone as prim as Shola was in love with her son.

After the phone call I am definitely going to tell her everything!

If only things always went as planned.

"Shola I have to leave now" Mrs. Akande got off the phone immediately

"What?! Now?"

"Yes I need to meet someone." Mrs. Akande packed all her stuff and shut down her computer. "I won't be coming back today"

"Um… okay"

On getting to the elevator, Mrs. Akande turned around. "On second thoughts, would you love to come?"

"Me?" It was the first time Mrs. Akande would volunteer to take her out.

"Who else Shola?" Mrs. Akande laughed. "But i must warn you, we are meeting at a local restaurant. You might not like their food" Quick to judge Shola.

Little did Mrs. Akande know about Shola. She was a very big fan of locally made food, at times she would give money to Jumie to buy her some Amala and Ewedu stew from the local restaurants near her house.

Wait till we get there. You will see my true colours today!

With a sinister smile, Shola nodded her head in agreement to go "No problem ma!"

***

Everyone was happy and excited, all getting what they wanted. Everyone but Seun. He couldn't help but think about Shola all day.

How would he get her?

What he would do when he got her.

His thoughts drove wild, he tried so hard before but to no success, this time was going to be different. He would do what ever it took to get her without a second thought. He couldn't wait to get her legs wrapped around his waist and plung himself deeply into her.

But for now he would make do with what he had, his favorite stripper. Regularly visiting her hotel whenever he was hungry for it, and today he was starving.

“I need it bad.” He complained, turning her naked body over.

"How bad?" She sounded breathless

“Really bad!" Tapping her soft ass, "And tonight you are going to give me all I want" He added, taking off his shirt in haste.

With a giggle she spread her legs a little more, teasing him to come in quick. "Ready?"

In a second he pulled down his zip and his erection jutted out as soon as he lowered the zipper. He didn't even bother taking his pants off completely. He wouldn't want to bore her while waiting for him.

He knew his cock was big, much larger than any average man. It would take many women a while to accomodate him fully, but he had fucked Temi one time too many and she was more than capable of taking everything he brought her way. Likewise, he was ready to strike her with all that he had without mercy.

Centering himself behind her, he grabbed her hips with both hands, about to plung himself into her heat when a phone call came in.

"Who is it?!!!" He groaned, checking his phone. "This fool!" Picking the call as he got off the bed.

"Didn't I tell you not to interrupt me tonight?!"

"Sir its very urgent, and its good news"

"Good news?!" He hadn't heard many in a while.

"Yes sir!"

"Then tell me already!" In a hurry to get back in bed

"Your guess was right sir. It's another guy, and we know exactly who it is"

Seun suddenly broke into a wicked laughter "I have got you now."

"What do we do now sir?"

"Follow him and find out everything about him. We will strike at the right time" He wore a sinister smile. "Now let me be. I have an important visitor" He cut the call, returning to his indeed important visitor.

"Now where were we?" He walked up to his whore.

She turned around, lying on her back and spreading her legs wide. Inviting him to come in at will.

"With pleasure!"