Shadow of love episode 74

Seeing Tobe again made me happy, he was even standing without support. The family I had here, in this estate and around were all outside as I stepped out from my house that Friday evening. Harry, Tobe, William, Leonard, Lois, Greg and Amber.
William had insisted he was coming to our side so we'll all go to the party in a group.
There was a lady beside Tobe and I couldn't help but notice how he always smothered her hair that flew around with the evening wind.
Greg was by my side immediately, giving me a quick kiss that got me blushing while the others wowed at us.

Greg: you look great babe.

I had chosen a black mini gown that had cuts at the ribs and a diamond pendant which hung gracefully at the neck line. I marched the gown with a silver purse and silver heels. My hair was in a messy bun and my make up was a little on the heavy side.

Me: Thanks honey. You're also looking like the handsome man I fell in love with.

He smiled and gave me assess to the others. I hugged Tobe first, letting him rub my back like I was a kid, then the lady with him. Then Leonard was next, I hugged him like I used to, not minding the fact that we've not said a word yet about what had happened. I went to William and he already had a grin on his face, pulling me to himself and stroking my nose. I giggled and went to Harry. We just hugged and Amber pushed me off.

Amber: His girlfriend is here please.

Everyone laughed at her display of jealousy and I smacked her with my purse.
Upon turning, I noticed William looking at me with an you're-forgetting-something look.
I knew what he meant because we had spoken about it earlier on the phone.
It was time to have that conversation with Lois.

William: Yes guys, let's grab a drink for the road from Harry's place since the princess finally showed up.

Harry: Yes. I really need that drink for the road.

Greg winked at me as they trooped to Harry's house. Lois made to join but I tapped her as she walked past me.

Me: Can we talk?

She looked at me and nodded, clearly surprised that I made the first move. Call me dumb or anything but you see, I love to keep a clean sheet. If after the talk and I still don't want her around, its still my decision to make. I've made a mistake once by allowing a friend turn into an enemy and it almost cost me my life. I'll speak with my mouth and clear whatever that's gonna break down the bridge to this almost perfect life I'm living now.

Me: So I want to hear it, why did you ever choose Leonard over me? How many years did we spend together? And then Leonard pops out from the blues and you fall so hard for him that even when he told you trash about me, you believed him without hearing from me?

She swallowed hard and rested on the car which I think belonged to Tobe.

Lois: Pamela, I really am ashamed of myself. I still don't believe I allowed him break our ......

Me: you're deviating Lois. Why did you fu'cking choose Leonard over me.

Lois: because I was in love. I was crazy for him, I wanted him in same way you wanted Tobe all these years. I .....

Me: And then you refused to listen to the voice of reasoning huh? You chose to believe that I would stoop so low to going after Leonard?

Lois: I'm sorry.

Me: What?

Lois: Yes. I know, I know sorry won't atone for the hurt you felt. This past weeks that I spent alone really showed me how you must have felt but believe me, I'm really very sorry Pamel.

Me: And what happened huh? If I had not sent you a screenshot of our message, will you be ashamed, will you have believed me now? Will......

Lois: Destiny decided to test us and I'm sorry it had to be me who broke off.

Me: Not destiny Lois. Destiny can't do that. Just know that I'm so so disappointed in you. We've been through a lot over the years, you helped me conquer most of my problems and just when I thought we were good to go? Oh!

I turned to leave but she held me back, pleading with her eyes.

Lois: Don't you think you've punished me enough?

I heaved a sigh and stood back.

Lois: I'm sorry, I'm very sorry Pamela. Your anger is justified, trust me, it's justified but please, forgive my ignorance. I love and cherish you so much that I'm willing to do anything to get back into your life. Don't just leave me like this, don't walk out of my life like this because I'll be doomed, I.....

Me: Let's go inside.

Lois: Please.

I watched her for a moment and felt the knot in my throat loosen.
My shoulders eased up and I opened my arms to take her in.
She willingly came to me, letting her guards loose.

Me: you're wetting my gown, and you wouldn't want to smear mascara all over your face. I'm sure there'll be a fine specimen of a guy that'll sweep you off your feet tonight.

She raised her head and looked at me, surprise written all over.

Lois: Where did you learn to talk like that?

I giggled like a child and we shared another hug.

Me: If we go in there, help me spank Greg for turning me into a naughty girl.

And that was how we entered the house, laughing like first class fools.
Without a word to the guys who were surprised, our first stop was the rest room where we fixed our faces. About stepping out when Amber joined us. She hugged us and gave us a long lecture about do's and don'ts of friendship.

After delaying the guys more, we stepped into the sitting room at exactly 9;18pm.

Lois: Is William still here? How can you be late for your own party?

She downed a glass she didn't know who owned before turning to the others.

Lois: My loud mouth is back so everyone, let's bounce. I've got a night of fun waiting for me.

Amber: Go girl. I missed you like mad.

Me: You missed her, or you missed this loud version of her?

Amber: Both.