EPISODE 10
THE QUEEN BEE
I woke up that Tuesday morning feeling edgy, I had tried to reach Banky all night to no avail. I needed someone to talk to and Suzie was out of the question. She has been a wonderful friend to me all these years but I can't choose her over Banky. My man needs me to stand up for him, and I won't be a simp.
I rubbed my sleepy eye and knelt down to pray. I whispered few words of thanks and ask for help with the new day. I knew the trouble with Banky and Pure Havens was mine to handle so I didn't bother God. "Would God be interested in helping Mrs Abosede get back her company? Would He be interested in helping her get back her sanity?" I thought to myself as I stood up hurriedly.
I played a song on my stereo and proceeded to start my beauty routine for the morning. I have a free day before me, correction, two free days and I want to spend them with Banky. I just don't know why I couldn't reach him.
I was coming back from the bathroom when a notification dropped on my WhatsApp. I opened it and saw several photographs from Suzie. They are all photographs of Banky dancing with scantily clad ladies in a club. He must have partied all night while I was worried because I couldn't reach him. "Do you really know Banky?" the devil whispered in my ears. "Get thee behind me devil!" I whispered back. I won't judge a man I'm falling in love with without hearing from him.
A call came in from Banky immediately, I allowed it to ring twice before picking it.
"MJ"
"Banky"
"I know you are mad at me I'm very sorry"
"Why should I be mad at you?" I asked coldly.
"Don't go cold on my Baby, it's breaking my heart. I was kidnapped"
"Bankole William- Morrison! Try that with a bimbo not Queen MJ"
"I'm serious Babe".
"I guess you are still in kidnappers' den then. So how much is the ransom?"
"It was technical kidnapping. It was my best friend's birthday, he dragged me to the club and a group of our other friends hid my phone. I almost went crazy, the party was boring because I kept thinking about you all night".
"That explains the photo Suzie sent. They must have forced him to dance with the dumb strippers. Thank God it's not what I thought initially. I must disengage from Suzie because she's becoming a bad influence" I thought in elation.
"Say something MJ, I'm sorry, I never intended to hurt you" He said dejectedly.
He sounded miserable and I knew what I must do. "I'm not letting you off the hook easily Banky" I said sassily.
"Punish me Baby, don't let me off the hook easily but don't stop loving me. You are the air I breath MJ, I don't know how I survived without you all these years. I was miserable in US, I thought about you for 10 years, I thought I healed but I have never stopped loving you. It will kill me to lose you".
"How can a man love me so much? I won't let Suzie come in between me and the best thing that has ever happened to me".
"Dinner this weekend, and a bouquet of a hundred roses" I said still trying to hold on to my sassy tone.
"That's all? You are not going to ask for a limo and trip to Dubai? I handed you a blank cheque and you could even ask for my kidney" He said sounded surprised.
I couldn't help it, I burst into laughter and said teasingly "I didn't know your kidneys are available for me to harvest. Now behave yourself or I'll ask for them next. You didn't murder someone, you only attended your best friend's birthday and I can understand that. I'm not clingy Banky, I just want you to respect my feelings. I love you Baby" I said with all the tingling I was feeling showing in my voice.
"I swear MJ, I'll never take you for granted. Thank you Babe"
"You're welcome my love" I said smiling.
"We are still having dinner with my mom on Saturday, we can have lunch together at an Italian restaurant around Lekki"
"Lesotti? You know "Lesotti" already?" I said in surprise. It's the best Italian restaurant in Lagos and Banky couldn't have discovered it on his own if he came into Nigeria in less than a week as he claimed.
"It was Gerald's apology gift to us. When I made a fuss about him dragging me to his birthday party I told him you'll be mad at me if you can't reach me tonight. He said I can redeem myself if I give you lunch in Lesotti".
"Oh! So that's what happened" I said in a flat tone. I had thought maybe he had been taking other girls to Lesotti, I had allowed Suzie's words get to me.
"MJ, you are the queen of my heart, I would rather die than..."
"It's fine Banky, I believe you. My anger can boil beans right now, you stood up a whole queen MJ all night. You better send me a garden right away or else?" I said in mock anger.
"A thousand roses are on their way as we speak Queen MJ, would you be needing anything else my Lady?" He replied demurely and we both burst into laughter.
I have finally found true love, and I won't be surprised if we are walking down the aisle on my Thirtieth Birthday.
A message dropped on my WhatsApp after I ended my call with Banky. They kept coming incessantly from Suzie.
"Hello MJ, did you see the photographs?" I read the message and didn't reply.
"He was out partying all night and took three ladies to his hotel room" the second message read.
"He was at it all night with the three of them and didn't use protection. MJ, this guy is not for you".
I finally reached the end of my patience and used the block icon. If I'll lose 8 years friendship because of Banky then so be it. Suzie has lost her mind out of envy.
I had brought back some files with me from the office and I plan to spend the whole day working on them. I went for a bath and made myself a hot coffee. I was about settling down to tackle the files when my phone rang. It was an unknown number.
"Hello, this is MJ. How can I help you?"
"Is this MJ of Pure Havens?"
"You are talking to the right person".
"My client has her wedding coming up in two months time. We decided to change our event planner because we believe she has lost her credibility. Can I schedule a meeting with you today? We can meet around 2:00PM in a restaurant of your choice if you don't mind".
"Lesotti" I blurted out without thinking.
"Great. We'll meet in Lesotti around 2:00PM then. You need to convince me why you think your company can handle this event". He said with a serious tone and dropped the call.
I gave myself a mental shake after the call "MJ, you need to think before you speak. Why Lesotti? It's a 1 hour 30 minutes drive from your house, you could have chosen a nearby restaurant"
I placed a call across to Margaret Thatcher immediately and she said we should give this account our best shot.
"This should be a piece of cake for you MJ, make Pure Havens proud. I believe you can handle this and we need money this period".
I wanted to be early so I left home around 12:00Noon, I was loaded with all the arsenals of our business and ready to make Pure Havens proud. I drove into Lesotti and chose a table that is less conspicuous. I chose an attractive suit attire that is something I'm between formal and informal. It's beautiful, and I smell nice in my Chic Dior expensive perfume.
I didn't know what I was expecting, but it wasn't someone middle-aged, wearing an awkward glasses. He wore a plain suit that made me look overdressed and everything around him screamed "Lawyer".
He had called me again before I left home, and I was surprised he could identify me when I'm sure I have not met him before. He sat on the chair in front of me and laid his suitcase on the table.
"Miss MJ, thank you for coming"
"My pleasure my Badmus". I said offering an handshake.
You chose a fine restaurant, do you come here often?" He said smiling.
"When I want to give myself a good treat. My Dad is a great lover of Italian foods. He once took us to Italy for a vacation when I was a Teenager" I returned his smile.
"I already know you are born with a silver spoon, you are really a great asset to Pure Havens" He said casually.
"I beg your pardon, why are you interested in me?" I am beginning to get suspicious and I don't like what I'm thinking.
"Relax MJ. I don't mean any harm. I know a lot about you already, you are a great lady and Mrs Abosede can't do much without you in Pure Havens. My client sent me to you, I'm here with a better offer"
"Your client?"
"Yes, Mrs Toke Akande is Alhaji Akande Amusat's second wife..."
"Side Chick" I muttered
"You said what?"
"I said she's a glorified side chick. She's not a wife, I know the whole story".
He look uncomfortable, and I am sure he didn't find out this much about me. I could be very blunt especially when I'm pissed off and angry and I happen to be both now.
"Well, let's say she's a side chick but she won't remain one forever, she's currently carrying twins. Her two boys belong to Alhaji Akande and she's the rightful owner of Pure Havens".
"Let me understand you, she's the owner of Pure Havens because she's carrying a pregnancy? What if the children happen to be twin girls?" I replied with a skeptical look that is making him feel more uncomfortable.
"The doctor confirmed it. This twins belong to Alhaji Akande, and he wants to give Pure Havens to her as a token of gratitude". He said with an awkward smile.
"Mrs Abosede Amusat built this company for over three decades, she's going to lose it because she could not give Alhaji boys?" I said raising my eyebrows.
"Well, the company belongs to Alhaji Akande Amusat and was registered in his name. He is in the best position to choose whoever he wants to give it to".
"Why is Toke sending you to do her dirty jobs for her?" I said angrily.
"Miss MJ, my client is heavily pregnant and can deliver any moment. The company is a gift to the twins and there is transfer of ownership as we speak. We can offer you six times your salary at the moment. You just have to remain in the company after my client becomes the Chairman...'
"I am not interested" I said and grabbed my handbag. I was about standing when I felt his two hands on my shoulders holding me down and I froze out of shock".
"Don't make any hasty decision MJ, we are increasing your salary to five million naira per month and you'll become the manager of Pure Havens. My client is not interested in running the business, she just needs you to report to her".
The slap landed on his cheek before I could refrain myself. My hand sting from the aftereffect but I was satisfied. I saw him raise his hand to curb his cheek, and the look of shock on his face was priceless.
"You didn't dig up enough information about me, I'm Queen Bee MJ and I sting when I'm cornered. The slap is for you touching me with your filthy hands. Tell your client that she'll get her hands on Pure Havens over my dead body. That company belongs to Mrs Abosede Amusat and I won't watch her take what belong to us".
I stormed out of Lesotti and I almost bumped into a lady at the entrance of the door. She looks familiar but I couldn't place her face.
I knew I had to act fast or Margaret Thatcher will lose Pure Havens, Mrs Abosede Amusat is not as strong as she looks .
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