Let It Go - Episode 2

 

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NANCY
God, she’s just so adamant and stubborn. To think I left my house so early to talk to her, pfft. 
I stood up and paced her room a bit as I heard the shower running in the bathroom . I’m definite she brushed her teeth before coming to open the door. I don’t even know if it’s only because of mouth odour because it’s already a sacrifice. Maddy won’t speak to anyone until she brushes her teeth.
My phone vibrated in my jeans so I checked the caller and picked it up. “Hello Ken, yes I’m there, no she’s not, she’s taking her bath, probably not on, not yet, she says it’s over, calm down, you don’t worry, continue with the plans, I’ll speak to her, come on, I give you my word, you’re welcome, you too, amen bless you too, bye”. 
I put my phone back in my jeans. Some people just don’t appreciate what they have until they’ve lost it. 
She entered and started dressing up

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. “I threw the water away Nan, I was just so fast”. 
“Hype yourself. It’s okay because I won’t” I replied.
“Wicked soul” she said and made faces at me” I think I heard your voice. Did you call someone?” 
“Nah, Ken called” 
“Oohhkayy, I see” she drawled showing she’s totally uninterested in the discussion. 
I ignored her attitude and continued “He wanted to talk to you. He said he couldn’t get across to you. I told him your phone is probably not on. Well, Maddy, you and I both know your phone is on. Did you block his number?”
“Welll” she shrugged and started applying her make-up. 
“You blocked him?” I stood, my voice higher than normal. 
“Yes, I did” she said and faced me “What will I do with a cheater’s number? I don’t keep things that are of no benefit to me”
“Ooh come on” I sat back. “What evidence do you have that he cheated on you? Don’t be silly, you’re just dancing to Rita’s tune. This is exactly what she wants and she must be loving it right now. After being in a relationship for over two years, have you no trust in your man?”
“Oh damn trust Nancy! The same trust I had in Jimmy that turned me into a fool. He impregnated another woman. Kennie had two buttons on his shirt undone, his hands were on the door knob and Rita was behind him almost undressed when I walked in. He was probably going to lock the door so the act could begin but I spoilt their show. You should’ve seen his face Nancy, like a child caught stealing meat red-handed”
“That was Jimmy, girl, this is Ken. You don’t bring the past into the present, it spoils issues. Did you give him any chance to explain himself? Plus, Jimmy was not God’s plan for you, you just went ahead to hurt yourself but you were so sure, even confirmations came from outside that Ken is the one. I don’t think he can ever do that to you. At least, hear him out” I said and took a deep breath. I’m not one who talks fast and much at once, unlike Maddy.
“Don’t stress yourself. Men,” she scoffed “they are all the same. Their erection dictates their action. I knew this would happen, I was just waiting for it. He even shook Rita the other day before yesterday, in my presence.  See, I’m no longer interested in men, they can go to hell for…”
“Come on, keep mute.” I interrupted her.  “Yan yan yan yan” I mimicked her “Are you talking sensibly at all? They can go to hell? At this rate, you may have to lead them there. You are too insecure. It’s even good this is happening before the wedding or you might make him fill a divorce paper. If not, become his prayer point. Just because Rita is his ex, he can’t shake her. Who knew Rita would actually do that rubbish? Plus, you said you were waiting for it? For the sake of all that’s holy and just, while some women are busy building hedges round their men, you are waiting for yours to fall into error? Better grow sense quick and keep your man before…” 
“Wait Nancy, are you advising me right now? You’re seriously teaching me how to keep a man? You of all people?” she clapped her hands and moved in front of me. “Great teacher” she bowed “why haven’t you applied it for yourself? No no, just show me the man you have kept. Oops” she said like she forgot something “you can’t keep any because they don’t even come. All the guys have friend-zoned you. So, why do you think I should take to your advice, oh teacher? State your theories ma’am” she sat on the bed “I’m listening, go on”
I put my hand on my face, tears threatening to come out. 
“You don’t know how bad it hurts me that he cheated on me. Just don’t advise me, please” she said, looking a bit sober.
I stared at her with my glassy eyes in astonishment and she face palmed herself. She probably just discovered she had said too much.

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. Well, the deed is done already. I went to the sitting room and she followed me. Picking up my bag, I faced her. 
“I’m leaving. Don’t be late for work”
“Wait…”
“To do what? Who am I to talk to you? I’m not experienced in the relationship field, dear” I smiled bitterly “I just hope you deal with your issues before it becomes too late”. 
She got transfixed at a point and I left the house. I looked back to see she isn’t following me. Well, not like I expected her to anyway. 
I know her well, she didn’t mean most of what she said. Still, in every lie, there is a hint of truth. But then, Maddy just can’t insult… Oh my God. The tears that lurked at the corner of my eyes fell freely. I walked on, turned a corner and cried my heart out to God.

SO, WHO ELSE BRUSHES BEFORE SAYING MUCH IN THE MORNING? I DO! HAS MADDY DONE WELL SHA??? LET ME KNOW YOUR THOUGHTS IN THE COMMENT SECTION. THANK YOU.