In Search For My Twin - Episode 13

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Immy's pov 

We came up with the plan for looking into my past and we decided I will be living at Nancy's place for a week in order not to arouse suspicion.  On Saturday morning I packed some of the things I needed and then told my dad that we were going for research work which will take us seven days. 

Dad gave me some cash and promised to send me money anytime am in need. I wished him a nice stay and good health before walking out . Nana our housemaid carried my suitcase to my car and then I left. Through out my drive to Nancy's apartment million thoughts were running into my head .

I have to look for Mr Francis so that I can get some clues but only God knows what is in store for me. It was a thirty minute drive to Nancy's place who lived in a girl's hostel in Nakulabye. We hugged and went on with our plans after Vicky joining us. 

I had some clues where Mr Francis could be since he worked for my dad for almost six years. We went to the first place where we expected him to be and trust me fortune was on our side . On seeing me he looked shocked and at first he didn't want to talk me but thanks to Nancy and Vicky who calmed him down.

She's here to inquire something from you please listen to her for only five minutes.Nancy said in a very polite voice. He looked way older than his age and most of his hair had turned white

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. He looked a bit thin than when I last saw him and his eyes looked so tired. Am here to inquire about my past,I said calmly.  Am sorry for your child and to you as well. You worked for my dad even before becoming his butler so I figured you're the right person to answer my burning questions. 

He took us inside his room and served us with tea and some groundnuts. He spoke in a very faint voice and we all listened attentively to him. What do you want to know ? He asked looking me straight in the eyes. I want to hear about my mom. I begged. He was silent for about a minute or two and then he said,"am not sure who your mom was for I never met her. Am not so certain but since you're persistent I will tell you what I know. Your father's wife was barren and couldn't bear children I had in rumours that she sacrificed her womb for wealth. 

later she died in an accident and your dad lived alone for two years or more. His Secretary was a very beautiful young woman who even made his wife jealousy when she was still alive. He then offered to promote his Secretary to his personal assistant on condition for love interests which she denied.

For she was in love with Andrew the by then askari of your dad's company. Your father felt belittled by his Secretary and we heard that he forcefully took advantage of her and even dismissed Andrew from the company. Evelyn worked as the Secretary even after being raped until she realised she was pregnant. 

Your father offered to make her his wife but she refused and ran away. For a long time no one knew what she did or where she lived. Months later your father received news that some one saw her and that she had given birth. Your father sent some of his men and later they came back with the baby which must be you" he said looking at me?

So what happened to the woman or no my mom I said tears coming out. 

I don't know some people say she was killed by the men and some say she wasn't killed,he said . So where was she leaving I asked looking at him straight in the eyes praying silently in my heart he gives me the answer.

I don't know where she lived but I think you can ask Andrew he might know something. He said taking a sip on his tea. So where are the men who brought the child asked Vicky wide eyed. How am I supposed to know my child, he said turning to Vicky.

At that time I felt betrayed, weak and I couldn't find my tongue. I wanted to thank Mr Francis but I just couldn't find the words. My friends thanked him as they stood up to leave but I remained in the same place tears running down my face. Let's go immy ,said Nancy helping me up. I looked at Mr Francis as I silently prayed that all what he said was wrong.

We left for our car,Nancy drove, Vicky sat in the front seat and I sat behind.  I couldn't say anything for I was lost in thoughts. Am I an outcome of rape?  Did I cause suffering to my mom? Was she killed because of me?  Before I knew it I burst out crying so hard and loud. Nancy parked the car to the roadside as they both came to comfort me in the back. 

Tell me its just a dream I cried. My dad can't have done that to anyone. His not a beast I said still crying so hard. Calm down immy he wasn't sure we will have to ask Mr Andrew for more. Or if its breaking your heart we can end here and forget about what he said, added Vicky rubbing my back. No No I have to find out all the truth about my mom I said wailing. 

We later went back to Nancy's apartment and they prepared lunch which was instant noodles.  I couldn't eat even a spoonful all I could hear were Mr Francis's words echoing in my ears. Eat some they both said Vicky lifting a spoonful towards my mouth . Am ok am not hungry I said putting her hand down. 

It is a very difficult and heart breaking mission that I have started  I said to myself however I will get to its root. I thought about all the time I spent with my dad. His been the best dad to me. He loved me more than he loved anyone and I could trust him with my life.

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. But what's all this am starting to hear? I know dad will never heart anyone else. He has a good heart and always helps those in need. How can I live without him?  I wished everything was just a dream that once I wake up everything will go back to normal. I silently prayed y hat I wake up to see that it was a dream and then Irene ntale's song which is my ringtone and that's when reality hit me. 

I picked my phone without looking at the screen and then I heard dad's voice,"how are you princess? He said in a bright voice. Yes this is my dad a happy and caring man I thought to myself before answering am good dad .

You don't sound so good are you sick? He asked in a concerned tone . No dad am just so tired i want to take nap I replied.  Ok rest up I don't want my princess falling sick. Take care. He added and then hung up. 

I put my phone down and wondered what I would do if everything is true. Including the rumours I heard whilst still young. I fell asleep wishing to wake up in a different world.

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