HUMMING ROSE - Episode 6

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The whole place was in the normal chaos when I arrived early today. As I was walking to my office, I was scrolling through my emails and responding to my messages when an envelope popped up. I clicked on it and it was an SMS from my elder sister.

"Baby girl, you have his permission now. Do you girl, have a great day ahead. Xoxo" I smiled like a baby that was just given a lollipop.

Last week, I had called my sister telling her about everything that has been happening between myself and dad . She knew him well so she understood my plight perfectly. She had said nothing about that issue ever since then till this morning when I received this text.

Now, I understood clearly what happened early this morning when my dad came knocking. I opened up thinking it was Bryan only to be greeted by an unusual smile. 

"Tee, about last week, I'm really sorry. Just go ahead and enjoy yourself but please, keep an eye on your manager. I do not trust him. Be careful." He said stressing his last statement. 

Coming to my room this morning was quite weird because my dad doesn't come to my room unless there's something really important and immediately I saw him, my heart leapt out of my mouth, though he was smiling.

"Yes dad" i answered trying to hug him when he turned and left the room. I shouted for joy and hugged my pillow instead

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. She sure knew how to talk sense into that old man.

For once, I felt like I was doing the right thing as well as obeying my dad. 

"This man could really be sweet at times" I thought to myself.

Standing right in front of my office now, I felt on top of the world. I started taking selfies, waiting for my meeting and shift.

"Madam Tee o, burn down this building! Hottie! Is it just the meeting or is there something you ain't telling me?" Annie joked.

I laughed real hard, "babe, never to be caught unfresh is the new girl code. Mr. Right could be anywhere, you know" I said laughing out loud when she joined in too.

Annie was a real friend, a shoulder to cry on and a huge clown. She was happy with my every success and the feeling was a mutual one too. She wasn't even selected for this conference yet she didn't care at all.

"More selfies please" she said and we took more pictures and headed for our morning shift.

TWO HOURS LATER

The boardroom was a fairly big one with a U-setting, a projector in the middle, a coffee stand and a water dispenser. 

I walked in carrying my file and laptop. The room was almost filled up I noticed as I was looking for somewhere to sit. I had barely put down my laptop when I sighted someone. Dave?

"Dave, how are you? Wow, it's been a while really. When did you fly in? No calls, texts or emails? You just shut everyone out, what's up?" I said in just a breath hugging him passionately. 

"Tee, you're looking beautiful babe. I flew in two nights ago. How are you my love?" He said giving me a peck.

Dave has always been my friend ever since I started working. We clicked the first time we met at the cafeteria giving to how playful and funny he was. He was a typical Nigerian guy, average, dark and muscular. Apart from his job, he was an athlete too. He had dreadlocks on, well carved beards and really dark lips. He was a very friendly guy; the type that hugs every Tom, Dick and Harry on skirt without blinking an eye; a huge flirt! Of course, he had asked me out severally but I declined all. Dave was not one to be trusted with your emotions, so I thought.

"I'm good D. You ain't looking bad either." I said smiling.

"I've missed you Tee, I really have missed you. I'll be representing environmental department there at Abuja. What about you?" He asked.

"Me too, customer service na." I said laughing.

He laughed, hugged me again and whispered into my ears,"let's eat out after this". 

He wanted to give me another peck when I pushed him slightly, he knew me well and we both laughed.

"Good morning ladies and gentlemen" the speakers blared. We all faced the podium and standing there was our general manager; amidst the Head of Departments and other workers. After much introduction,

"Our representative from the department of operations should please come over and give us a briefing" he announced.

There was an uproar and a thundering applause when he stood up and climbed the podium. He wore a white collar shirt, a red jacket and navy blue pants. A perfect combo! He was clean shaven, well chiseled jawline and full pink lips that were looking glossy. He was drop dead gorgeous!

The emotions came flying back, and I felt uneasy. I had this butterflies I couldn't explain. I tried to comport myself but my emotions were stronger than I thought!

He opened his laptop, adjusted his mic and began to speak. "Hello ladies and gentlemen, a very good day to you all. My name is George...." 

THREE HOURS LATER

"Thank you ladies and gentlemen for coming. Do have a safe trip to Abuja" the moderator said.

We all stood up as everyone left in one's and two's. I had already packed my laptop and files, was walking down the corridor when Dave caught up with me.

"Hey beautiful." I turned around, smiled and held his hands as we walked towards the cafeteria. Ella walked past us.

"Hi Dave, welcome back buddy" she said in a hurry.

"Thanks Ella" Dave replied as she gave a quick smile.

We stopped over at ice cream store for a cup each before getting to  the cafeteria. We  kept talking about everything and nothing in particular, catching up on old gists as we made our orders when someone tapped me from behind.

"Hey Thelma, you forgot your ID card in the boardroom" a familiar voice said. I turned around, it was him! I was tongue tied when Dave came to my rescue.

"Thanks Mr. George. We are grateful, thanks again." He said collecting my ID from him. 

I was still looking blankly when he stretched forth his arm for a handshake, "my pleasure and do enjoy the rest of the day, Thelma".

Did he just ignore Dave?

I just nodded, smiling as he left.

We continued to the cafeteria and when we got there, Dave ordered a plate of fried rice, salad, meat kebab and a bottle of soda while I settled for just sharwama and fruit juice. He continued his gist, adding jokes too and trying to be funny but suddenly, I felt uneasy and didn't find anything he said funny again.

I was there but my mind was somewhere else. He noticed my discomfort and enquired if I was okay but I just faked a smile. We continued eating silently and when we were done, Dave took the bill. Hmmm.... He was really trying to get me by all means. I just thanked him and stood up to leave.

"Tee, please can you hold on some more, we need to catch up. I could walk you back to your office too." He begged.

"No Dave, you already have done a lot." I said smiling but he didn't find it funny.

"I need to work on something very urgent. You can go to your office from here. See you tomorrow" I lied.

I didn't give a second thought when I collected my ID from him, swayed my hair and left the place. I was looking forward to see him again- George!

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