Chapter 59

On the 3rd day, while Kabir and his accomplice were still in detention, Madam Edna, Sam's wife went to the police station to report the disappearance of Nella her daughter. She looked very tattered. Her, she said her daughter disappeared with her bodyguards after school hours. She went to the police station with the proprietor of the school where her daughter used to attend. The proprietor went to the police station with their school report which shows that Nella left the school gate with her guidance, Mr. Kabir after the school hour.

I know not whether to say she was lucky or unlucky. Jimmy was the person she made the complaint to. After when he must have finished listening to her reports, he started asking about her husband. Mrs. Edna only replied that her husband traveled. Jimmy continued inquiring more about the husband's whereabouts. Mrs. Edna stylishly turned it against Jimmy that she came to report to the police her daughter's disappearance so that the police would help and look for her daughter and not her husband. Officer Jimmy who was looking for any possible means to get Sam saw what the woman was doing as play. She started raising her voice to call for attention. Then Mr. Adeboye came out of his office and met Edna and Jimmy.

...Madam what's going on here? Adeboye asked

This man isn't just doing his work as supposed. I know not what's his problem?... Edna answered

What did he do? Adeboye asked

I came to report that my daughter has been missing for three days now. Since she left her school on that very day with her guidance, I've seen none of them

..Edna answered

Madam if you don't mind, please help us and provide the information of the guidance and that of your daughter. Adeboye asked

This is what I expect to hear. This officer standing right here failed to ask the required question and continued asking about the father of the innocent girl. Well, his name is Kabir Mustapha. Here's his picture. (she brought out a photograph and showed it to Adeboye)

On seeing the picture, Adeboye expressed shock. And asked

How do you know this young man?

Mrs. Edna couldn't wait for Adeboye before she intruded with the question.

...What do you mean by that?

You're here to be helped, we also want to have the best information we need before making any move.

Okay, he's been a friend of My husband, Officer Sam for many years. Sam said he was his colleague.

Do you mean Officer Sam is your husband and Kabir his friend is a police officer too?

Yes sir..... Edna answered

It's okay. Kabir is in our custody. They are prime suspects in kidnap cases. In the process of rescuing the victim, we caught him and one other man, Akim. Meanwhile, we have some information from them on tape. And in the proceedings, we would like to see your husband so that they'll be proven innocent or guilty.

On hearing what Adeboye said, Mrs. Edna started shedding tears.

So madam! Adeboye continued

We would need to see your husband as soon as possible.

You mean because my child's bodyguard is a prime suspect in your so-called kidnap case, that means that my husband is their accomplice... Is that not laughable?

Mrs. Edna asked as she wiped her tears.

That's not what I said unless you're the one saying it now. Adeboye added

Well, what 0f my daughter? Mrs. Edna asked

As she asked about her daughter, Officer Jimmy who had been quiet all this while answered her.

Your daughter is safe and sound. Just help us and provide for your husband. That's all we need.

Wait, you mean you detained my daughter for a crime she didn't commit? I don't think I got you clear.

Did I hear you say "detain" have you asked of her for the past 3 days we brought her here? Does that make you a good mother? You have to listen to yourself... Jimmy angrily said

Stop blackmailing me!! You don't know what I've passed through while looking for my daughter. Besides, I'll be on my way to sue you as a kidnapper since you arrested my innocent daughter for a crime she didn't commit. Mrs. Edna threatened Jimmy

When you're done making jokes, you face the reality.

Jimmy answered her and comfortably sat on his office chair since he got up when the woman wanted to create a scene.

My husband traveled out of the country some days back for some family issues. And besides, he's your fellow police officer, you can inquire from him. Please can I see my daughter?

She's healthy and sound. She feeds well where she is. So, no need to panic.

Adeboye answered her

She's my daughter, and I am her mother. If you don't mind, I can willingly replace her wherever she is so she'll regain her freedom.

She wasn't arrested. We've been waiting for you to come and carry her when you've provided the required information we want and also proof that she's your daughter. .. Jimmy answered her

Haven't I done so? What's remaining? She pitifully begged

You've done everything, come tomorrow so you'll go together. But try and come with your husband or you'll be on house arrest.

...Jimmy added

This is serious. Well, tell her that her mother checked on her. Please don't harm her and also Feed her well for me. I'll provide whatever you need.

That's not a problem, just cooperate with us and we will cooperate with you.

Adeboye answered