Chapter 61

...Jessy! so you're continuing your friendship with that miscreant? Is he not the one you've been discussing with all these while? Madam Ruth asked me while she was standing by the door.

I got scared by her question because I never knew she was standing there. And truly I'd been on a phone call with Dave for more than 20mins and we're still on that same call. As she asked the question, Dave also asked me who made such a statement in a terrifying voice because the question was quite embarrassing. I terminated the call so Dave won't hear more.

Since I was quiet while deliberating on what to answer, Madam Ruth repeated her question in more disgusting sentences. I knew I was not a prisoner but I knew I was in prison. Whatever I answered her, I knew it must result in something else. I did comport myself not to say anything I might regret later. I kept a grave silent

Luckily she created no scene. I don't know whether it's because she saw how shocked I was. She quietly left me in the room. What pissed me off wasn't just what she did, but whenever I think of leaving their house to stay alone, I got discouraged because Jimmy won't agree. And not just because of what Jimmy may say, I don't think I'll have enough resources I can use to sustain myself and do other things I'm supposed to do. Even at that, how secure will I be since I inherited enemies from my parents?

I shook my head and lay down on my bed. I noticed hot tears rolling down my eyes. I wiped it off since I had to console myself because no one would do so for me. I concluded that I had to make Madam Ruth like Dave since he's the only one I feel happy and relaxed while with. Even the questionable character they do mention constantly, I found no such err in him. He only protects himself and his loved ones.

Many things kept knocking on my skull. I knew Dave would need explanations for what Madam Ruth said which I know if I don't play smart, he might think otherwise about my family and that may affect the way we relate. Though Dave isn't that a case to me since I know how to play my way into his heart. I waited for some while before going to meet with Madam Ruth so she would calm down.

I later met her in her room while she was carrying her laptop.

Hi mummy...I greeted

Hmm, what's that smiley face for?...she asked

Nothing ma. ... I continued smiling and even made it too obvious. I walked closer to her

Mummy please I don't know how this may sound, but ill like to discuss something with you. I said

She became more serious folded her laptop Then answered

...My daughter feels free to tell me whatever this bothering you.

While I sat very closer to her on the bed, we continued the discussion

Mummy, I know you don't want me to go closer to Dave, but.

Eeeh! Jessy if this is that's your topic of discussion, please you can discuss it alone. I have something more important to do.

Ma, it's disturbing me and I want us to settle it once and for all

You mean you've terminated everything with him or do you want to compel me to welcome an armed robber in my home? Can't you see how stupid you are?

Well, How has he brainwashed you that you don't see the can't in him, or have he bewitched you?

Jessy, I only want the best for you. Leave that miscreant so he'll leave you. If you don't mind, leave my room. You know I was in the middle of something when you intruded on an unreasonable topic.

I'm sorry for disturbing you ma...

Better. Please leave my room

Okay good night mommy

I quietly left her room and she wasn't in the best mood to hear me out. These people are just playing with my personal life. They are doing what's good for them but won't allow me to do what's good for them. I don't think it could've been the same if my immediate parents were still alive. Anyway, let's see what life has for everyone