Chapter 116

Mike was able to find a way out to convince Cindy into accepting his going on the planned trip alone. This wasn't an easy task even though he had to sacrifice his time and gave her a memorable sex experience to hold on with, he had to also do a lot of talking as a follow up. As it is with human life, it's often regarded or compared to the huddle race, when one had succeeded in jumping one, soon enough one will see another and so on, untill it is over. This also was Mike's case. He had jumped Cindy's huddle, but it didn't take time for him to remember his circle of friends, he was beginning to feel bad again that Philip, Brains and himself were no longer together the way they used to. This was another huddle he needed not to fail jumping over. He was packing his things in his box, few of the things he felt would b useful while at Margaret's family house. He could only imagine what the place would be like, the only picture that came to his mind was based on the family size. Having such a huge family and gathering in a particular house yearly meant the house must be a big one, 

Cindy came to Mike's room and offered to help him in parking some of his stuff, she was more relaxed when she saw the little box that Mike was traveling with, which further convinced her that he wasn't staying that long. They were able to select few of the clothings that they felt would be okay for such event. Mike had told her that he was to meet with a large family, he described exactly Margaret's family the way she (Margaret) described it, but he told Cindy the head of family was his fathers friend and business partner, he was invited to a reunion and possibly sign some documents for transfer of shares and other things to his name. Cindy couldn't spot out any lie in the story, so she swallowed it hook and sinker. When they were done packing, Cindy could not help tears that rolled down her cheeks, she had got used to seeing and being with Mike almost every day, it seemed his absence would be forever. Mike had to start all over again to talk to her, he held her close to himself and kissed her after a little time of taking. 

It wasn't long that Mike's phone rang, he picked and it was the driver sent by Margaret. Mike was happy when the driver told him Margaret directed that he should pick him from the hotel to the house where both of them would take off together. He had been thinking of how he would manage Cindy if Margaret decided to make his room a take off point. After the call, he took his little luggage, his phones and left. Cindy had to accompany him to the lift, she decided to stop there as she felt it would be embarrassing to shed tears when saying good bye down the ground lobby which was always filled with people. Again this was a plus for Mike, the driver wouldn't see any drama that he would possibly tell his madam.

Mike got into the car, the driver also after keeping the luggage in the trunk of the car. They drove at an average speed, Mike answering calls and giving out information to his office as regards the goods. He was mostly joyous that the ship was on its way to France. The letter he received from his direct boss, also added to his joy, it was a good commendation although from those on the higher position because he didn't give up even with the accident. The remaining time of the ride, Mike had his head on the head rest part of his seat, his eyes shut while he got his mind off everything around and within him. 

On his arrival at "D Maggies', Margaret was outside, it was as if she knew they weren't so close. Mike was able to see her while the driver was going in, it was the first time he would see her without notice. This helped him to have a better appraisal of her beauty. He could see that although she was home, and on her nightie, she looked stunning. When the driver parked, he came down, and walked towards her. Margaret who wasn't expecting the driver so soon, felt he probably didn't come back with Mike, she continued with her instructions to her members of staff. This time she had face them, with her back on Mike's side. Mike waited until the staff had dispersed before covering her eyes from behind. It was a playtime that Margaret appreciated so much as she didn't struggle to know who it was that could do so, all she did was to allow herself fall backwards towards him, making Mike to remove his hands and hold her firmly. The driver brought out his luggage, and they walked to the guest room where they spent time he last visit.

Once in the room, Mike kissed her, and commended her looks even as she wasn't wearing any make up or dressed up. He told her jokingly that he would have loved to eat he up the way she looked but he wouldn't because that would cause them to spend the whole day inside that room. Margaret was turned on with that comment, she didn't understand it as a joke initially, she had already threw herself on his body asking him to do whatever he wanted, that there was enough time before their flight schedule. Mike had to kiss her again and made her understand he was actually joking. This made her to take the pillow and hit him, with Mike defending himself with his hands. This turned to play for some minutes, before they could know it, the play had turned to another round of kisses. Mike had to consciously stop them from carrying on, he told Margaret to go get ready so they wouldn't miss their flight.

Olivia and Mira got home after the outing and the story series from Kelly, they were already filled at the eatery, all they had to do was shower and relax. They analysis that followed afterwards included Mike and Brains. They brought the men to the table and began a long time conversation that included comparison. It happened that Pat got home early enough, so she was invited to the conversation. Olivia talked about Kelly and the qualities that he got which she said separated him from the others, he mentioned that he was a patient man and that was the only explanation for taking such long time let down and insult from a lady. She believed that money wasn't the motivating factor neither would it be the job. Mira seemed to differ a little, she was of the opinion that the patience as exhibited by Kelly wasn't on the positive side, hence it wouldn't be regarded as a quality. She believed it was weakness and that a man shouldn't get to that level that he would tolerate such insults, even though it might not be as the sister said, because of money or job. She went further to compare Kelly with Mike and asked Olivia if she had option to choose between Mike and Kelly, who would she chose. At this point, the two ladies had to give Pat a little insight into the conversation and have her room to speak. Pat took a different dimension, she told them that it would be a hasty judgment if it was only based on the story, because none of them had verified the story, not to forget that the story hadn't ended. Olivia and Mira saw reasons with Pat, they decided that they must get to the end of the story so as to get the right conclusion as regards their judgment. When Brains part was brought in, Mira asked they let it slide for now, that they would bring it in after they had got the end of the story.Olivia was asked to put a call through and schedule a date with Kelly, which she did almost immediately.

The flight from the US to UK was a cool and safe one, Margaret booked a first class for both of them. It was a British airways Boeing 575 and a direct flight. They had a nice time in the flight, as they were served with tea and drinks. One of the things that kept Mike busy was the Time magazine that he got, he spent time reading and enjoying the news and stories therein. The airplane touched down Heathrow airport at exactly 6pm Greenwich meridian time, surprisingly, Mike noticed that there was a car and a driver waiting to pick them up. He wondered why Margaret never mentioned it, he had been waiting for them to get out of the airport routine checks before asking her of how they were going to get to the house. They got to the car park, the driver dragging their luggages along in front of them as he lead them to the car. He loaded them in the trunk of the car, then opened the car doors for them to get in. He then got behind the wheels and drive off. The evening was a beautiful time and would always remain the best time to see a city's beauty, the street lights and that of the magnificent building with the bill boards. The central Tower with the huge clock, the London buses, the London bridge which coincidentally made them stop as it opened up for the ship to pass. These and many more were the first things Mike's eyes caught while they got into the heart of London.