Shadow of love episode 76

After much argument, I mean, loving argument between the guys, it was settled that we drive ourselves back to town. I'm sure you all know what that means, we'll sure waste more time. Lois was already in the estate so Amber and I hurried with our coffee before we left, with me behind the wheel while she dozed beside me.

We got to the estate about 40 minutes later and Lois was just at the cafe waiting for us. She sat at the back and did the first thing I never thought of; waking Amber up.

Amber: Are we there already?

Lois: We're taking you back to your village. Pamela please hurry up so Harry won't suspect a thing.

Amber's eye flew open immediately and I burst into laughter as she scanned the neighbourhood.
She realised Lois was joking and she feigned a frown.

Amber: You got me there.

Lois: I know.

Me: I just realised you look more beautiful when you're surprised.

Amber: Biggest joke of the century.

Me: Heard the sarcasm in that. Lois, how was your night?

Lois: Dude wasn't what he appeared to be. Under the two piece suit and cute face was a one inch junior. Bottom line, I had a terrible night.

Amber and I couldn't stop laughing. I swerved into my zone and was soon parked in front of my house.

Me: So the plan is, since none of the guys were gentleman enough to drive us here, we're gonna waste their time the much we can. We'll shower, change our clothes, pack up and head out with no exact location.

Lois: We're having breakfast out then, plus I'll wanna do a little shopping you know?

Me: Right. Where are your bags?

Lois: William already has that covered. I'll just change into one of your clothes.

Amber: Let's start going joor. Cause I'm really hungry.

Lois: I wonder where all the food you eat goes.

Me: I wonder too. She's so skinny yet she eats like an elephant.

It took that to get us out of the car because Amber started the chase. We all landed in a heap in front of my door and she relaxed comfortably on top of us. Woe betide me cause I was on the floor and Lois was on top me. Anyone who had seen us would either think we're fighting or we're a set of 18 year olds.



Our first stop was at Chittis where we had breaklunch(lol). Amber and Lois kept on teasing me that of all places, I had to bring them to my boyfriend's eatery. I blushed nonstop as they each bared their minds.
Second stop was at the mall where we bought gifts for everyone one of us. It was at the mall that Amber started something I'll call indirect discrimination.

Lois: What do we buy for Tobe's girlfriend?

Me: I'll just get her a necklace. I noticed she has an eye for good jewelry

Amber: I'm not getting anything for her. Do you see how she carries herself like she's some goddess? She can't even stick with the ladies. She's forever perched on Tobe's side. Does she think we'll steal her man or what?

Lois and I shared a look.

Lois: Do you have a problem with her before now?

Amber; Of course not. I don't even know her so why should I have a p with her? I remember how the three of us met nau. Nobody acted classy or bossy but she?

Me: Babe, if you don't want to get her anything, its fine, nobody will force you to. You know, people differ so just forget her, she doesn't really count.

Lois: And we're stuck to her because she's one of us now. Trust me, I'll bring her out of her attitude and get her to join our team instead of the guys.

Amber: Good luck then.

We did the rest of the shopping amidst small talks. We were at the counter when Greg's call came in. We were running late for the meeting.

We promised to be there in a few but that wasn't the plan. We were still going for a drink before we head to the resort.
They didn't want to drive us home so they're gonna allow us do our thing.

Lois: They don't know but we're heading to that resort by 7pm. They either take it or leave it.

Amber: Big time.

Me: Who wants that drink now?

Amber/Lois: Me!!!!!

I hit the road with only one place at the back of my mind, Dolly hills.



Tobe: You girls are late. It's past 7.

Lois: trust me, we're so sorry guys. Pamela had little health issues so ........

Greg was beside me that instant. He looked at me with care

Greg: What happened baby?

Me: It's my stomach. But I'm fine now.

Now don't think that's true because we had agreed we'll give them that as the reason why we had delayed.

William: You girls should have called us. We were worried, plus you weren't taking your calls.

Amber: We're sorry.

They were at the bar waiting for us. Tobe, his girlfriend, Harry, William and Greg

Harry: Don't just put us in this situation next time. Learn to involve all of us because we're a team now. Learn to trust us to be by your side you get?

I nodded and sat down next to William.

Lois: Where's Leonard?

Everyone turned their attention to her. I also turned to her, she had this look on her face like she was going to tear up the next minute.

William: Lois, come here.

There was love in his voice and he had his eyes fixed on Lois.
She smiled, but I could see uncertainty in her eyes.

Lois: Isn't this supposed to be a meeting? We're all supposed to be here isn't that true William? Where's your friend?

And now, she cried. I went to her and embraced her while Amber stood with us.

Lois: He left, without even apologising, without looking back he just up and left. Who does that?

Me: Pull yourself together dear.

Lois: Look at me Pamela just look ....

Sally: Eddy, don't tell me this is how you survive around this drama queens. It's so disgusting.

Silence fell amongst us. Even Lois stopped crying. The guys all looked at Tobe while I had my eyes fixed on the loudmouth that just spoke.

Sally: I'll be in our room please

Amber: You're not going anywhere until you explain what's really disgusting here.

Sally: Is she talking to me? Eddy like seriously, is she talking to me?

Amber; Of course I'm talking to you.

Harry went to her.

Harry: Baby let it go. Come let's .....

Amber: Baby no. If I don't talk to her now, she'll believe we've got no rules around

Sally: You're just hopeless. And do you think i plan on doing this clique rubbish?

I saw Tobe stiffen and look at the girl.

Amber: Says the girl who nobody likes. Let me give you a quick rundown of who you are. Your case is what I'll call a retirement study. You're carrying yourself like you're one classy bae but guess what, you're nothing. Tobe will choose anyone of us drama Queens over you, anytime.

Sally: Shut up you....

Amber: No you shut up silly. And you Lois, this is the good for nothing lady you bought gifts for. Didn't I tell you two, she's a bit¢h. A......

Harry: That's enough. What are you two? Ten year olds? This is embarrassing. Amber I'm disappointed. There are things you don't reply, words you don't say. Someone who wasn't there when we started, how do you expect her to understand the kind of bond we share?

He looked at Sally who's face was red.

Harry: I understand that you may have issues bonding with people but hey, we don't use curse words here. Anyone who is not cool here should take a walk. Meeting starts in exactly one hour.

He walked out without looking back. Silence hung in the air until Lois's sob broke it.

William: Lois? Can you not do that?

Lois; I love him

William: Who doesn't know that?

Amber: Some people don't. When some think that relationships are about hanging around your partner, letting him stroke your hair and not relating nicely with his friends, they don't know what love is.

Me: Amber please let it just go.

Amber: Why? Didn't I tell you girls? You bought what in heaven's name for her yet she......

Greg: Girls please. What is this?

Amber: Ask the spoiler.

Sally: You're stupid. You call me a spoiler? You're so screwed.

Tobe: Sally that's enough. These people are my friends for God's sake. You should be bonding with these girls and not fighting them. I told you these before didn't I? What? You still feel threatened by Pamela's presence when you're seeing her with her boyfriend here? Tell me, what is wrong with you?

Greg came to Lois and I, he helped her up and signalled for us to go inside. Amber joined us, leaving the couple to sort themselves out.

We walked out of the bar and headed to the lobby where we saw him walking in. He had his big box with him and it was clear he changed his mind. Lois left my arms and ran to him, jumping on him as he caught her, wrapping his arms around her.

Greg: William said it, that he was gonna come back.

Me: I didn't think so. But I'm glad he came back.

They walked to us and the first thing I did was to punch his shoulder.

Me: Try this expensive joke on us again and I'll kill you.

Leonard: I'm sorry. Forgive me.

Greg: you did the right thing man.

Leonard: Thanks

Amber: So, I've got an apology to give to my boyfriend. I'll see you all soon.

Me: Alright then

Amber: Lois, smile now please.

We laughed and she left.

Me: Uhm, baby can you take Lois upstairs? I need to speak with Leo

Greg: Okay. Cry cry baby, it's the two of us now so come on.

They left, after Lois had communicated with me using her eyes.

Me: I'm glad you came back.

Leonard; I'm also glad I did. I would have ended up committing suicide.

Me: hmmm. Why?

Leonard: I'll still leave. But this time, I'll leave after I've done the right thing. Come, let's go and see the others. Did the meeting start without me?

Me: of course not. You're the secretary so why should a meeting start without the secretary?

He laughed as we walked to the elevator. Our happy ending is coming afterall