Chapter 58
Saturday Afternoon
Ice Cream parlor
Michel came to pick up Malia at her house not quite long because their parents had planned a meeting for them to have fun together alone and to get to know each other better for their future ahead.
Although, when they heard, Malia was so sad. She wanted to use the weekend to boost her strength before Monday after a week of fighting with those idiots b*tch but her dad as cut it off because of a stupid date.
They both felt it isn't necessary because the parents want them to bond well before getting engaged.
After, the incident that happened yesterday in the cafeteria, Malia and Michel didn't talk again. So it was awkward between them.
Michel just kept staring at Malia silently as she kept licking her ice cream sadly. He didn't know where he could bring her too that was why he brought her here since most girls love ice cream just like Rose.
Since the time he brought her out, she hadn't uttered any statement and he felt unease. He can't predict the new Malia Stewart.
One moment he can pity her, another moment, I will be angry with her," He said inwardly
"I can do this," he said within himself urging himself to talk to her.
"Ermm..., Malia," Michel called her attention and she looked up at him with a cold expression.
"What," she muttered
"Why are you suddenly quiet," He asked.
He doesn't know why he is now always disturbed about her. Her behavior freaks him out.
"What did you want me to say," She shrugged
"You are now bold, confident at least you changed," Michel Said
"I only act strong because of Ivy and the others and that is in school, I'm still learning to live that act outside," she shrugged
"That is true but you can let it out, don't bolt it in," He said and held her hand tightly
"I feel you want to cry it all out, cry it out, don't keep it in," He added
"Easier said than done" She sighed as she removed her hand and a tear left her face.
Michel pitted her because despite all she didn't have any friends or family members except Kelly and Isabel.
"You hate me and here you are acting like you are nice," she asked
"I don't know why I'm even acting like that," he said and she saw the sincerity in his eyes.
"I feel guilty every day because of Rose, if she hadn't followed, she won't have died," she sighed
"It is alright," he said nodded.
"So you have forgiven me," Malia asked
"Nope,"
"Then, stop acting nice, I prefer the wicked Michel at least that reminds me why I'm tagged as a murder," She sighed
"Yes, but don't blame me, it is your new attitude that is making me behave this way,"
"It doesn't fit you at all," she shook her head and focused on her already melting ice cream.
"I know, I miss that part of me," he shrugged
"Tell me, how did you feel now," He asked
"I don't get your question," she frowned
"I mean your feelings for David, is it still there or as it has gone,"
"I don't know," she shrugged," Definitely, I know I'm still in love with him, the feelings I have for him isn't a feeling that can just be let go just like that, just like your feelings for Rose,"
"I thought so," he nodded cleaning his hand for any stain of ice cream
"Huh," she raised her brows
"I never expected you to stop loving him,"
"Really, or you meant the opposite, huh,"
"The opposite," he repeated
"Yes, maybe you wanted me to forget about David and get to love you, huh,"
" Love you," he scoffed and chuckled
"I can never pray for me to love you and vice versa, you remain Rose murder, whether you like it or not," he snapped
"Now, this sounds like the Michel Smith I know," she nodded smirking
"Are you pulling my legs," he snorted in laughter
"Nope, I'm just saying what is obviously on your mind," She shrugged
"Aiiisssshhh," he hissed tired of her banters
"Thank you anyway, it's been a long I come outside for ice cream,"
"I accept that appreciation," he smiled
"Can't we just go home, I'm tired sitting down here," she suddenly said
"What will your parents say I can still confront mine,"
"Well, mum will be happy but dad will flare up, I just need to put him in his place," She shrugged," I just have to act like Isabel,"
"Ok, so what will you do when you get home,"
"Maybe sob and then sleep,"
"Stupid plan," he hissed
"Yes But I love it,"
"What if I make your day happy," he asked
"Why will you,"
"Stop answering questions with questions, I'm your husband-to-be, show respect," he snapped
"Ohh, sorry, Mr. Michel Smith, the soon-to-be husband of miss Malia Stewart," she mocked and rolled her eyes
"Whatever," He hissed
"Sorry," she mouthed
"I know where to take you to," he said smiling
"Where,"
"Somewhere that people love you,"
"Hmmm, really, now I'm curious," she nodded
"But I want to sleep," She whined
"Then, that will be after this outing, lazy ass, come here," He snapped as he dropped his ice cream on the table and dragged me out of the chair to his car.
Well, he drove the car himself today because his parents feel it is among the reasons he and Malia could get together.
"Get in," he ordered
"So annoying," she hissed as she entered
"Yes but thank me later," He told her as he sat near her and drive out.
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Ice Cream Parlor
David crossed to the ice cream parlor and sat down where Malia and Michel sat when they were taking their ice cream.
He came out of the house to visit the library because he needed to get a new book by his favorite author, Blessing Adebayo.
He never expected to see Michel and Malia, the sworn enemies smiling and taking ice cream together openly ignoring the stares.
"Dummy, they will be engaged soon," His subconscious mind told him
The moment he saw them, he felt this inner anger and jealousy rising in him.
He wanted to go and drag Malia to himself possessively but it wasn't polite because Michel is her betrothed, while he is just a family friend's son which he keeps forgetting every time.
"Gosh, this is annoying," he sighed looking at the road Michel drove off.
"He told me to get her despite that he is claiming his territory, so pathetic,"
"It is so hard to get her out of my head," he shook his head sadly.
"I still love her but will she be able to accept me after abandoning her,"
"I'm so dumb, I should have asked her the truth before choosing who to believe, this is making me go crazy,"
"I love You, Malia and I hope it won't be too late for me to tell you," he half yelled and got the attention of the customers in the Parlor.
He mouthed a "sorry" to them and left the place sadly.
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Wright's Resident
Michel horned for the gate man to open the gate so that he parks his car. The gateman opened the gate and Michel greeted them as he entered.
"... And we are here," Michel told the annoyed Malia happily as he of the car expecting her to get out.
"Ok....," She shrugged
"And what is that supposed to mean," He frowned
"Why did you bring me here," she asked
"Because I'm sure you said you will take me to the place I will love, so why are we here,"
"This is the place I'm talking about,"
"Why, Michel," she scoffed and chuckled," I thought we were already getting along even if you still hate me but tch, the hatred can never leave you,"
"Do you hate me that much, huh," she added," Now, I'm afraid I will live like this till I die because I'm afraid the truth will never be revealed," she said as tears ran down her cheeks.
"Malia....," He called me and held her hand but she removed it immediately looking outside.
"I know how you are feeling but I think this is the best place for you," he sighed
"How, you brought me to my best friend the house so the parents can keep reminding me I killed their daughter,"
"Malia, I wouldn't have brought you here without a reason," he paused, "The Wright insisted I bring you here when I came here last week,"
"Why,"
"They feel like you didn't Kill Rose, they want you to be happy,"
"They made me promise and I'm fulfilling it just for Rose because I know she will want more for you,"
"Ohh, you should have told me,"
"I don't want to because I know you won't follow me here,"
"Yes, that is true," she nodded cleaning get face
"So he rests assured because my hatred feelings are still intact," he tapped his chest.
"I know that venom can't leave and that makes me happy," She smiled
"Weeks," he laughed," shall we," and she nodded
They got down and headed towards the house, Michel assured her that everything is ok, she should just trust him.
The moment the door was opened by Kiara and she saw Malia, she shouted happily that George came rushing down for any emergency.
"Malia, you are here," she hugged her tightly
"Malia, What a pleasant surprise," George smiled
"Yes ma'am, dad" she nodded putting her head down
"Ma'am," Kiara frowned and gave her a knowing face
"I mean mum and dad," Malia corrected herself
"Now, that is good," Kiara nodded
"Michel, you brought her," Kiara smiled
"I promised," Michel shrugged," although it was hard,"
"I know it will be," George laughed
"Now, I'm invisible," Michel rolled his eyes
"Of course not, son, come in," George said as they entered
"Let me prepare something for you, he never told me he will bring you here," Kiara said
"No, mum, we will soon be going, we just dropped by to greet," Malia declined
"Well, we aren't going anytime soon because I'm hungry and I need good food," Michel hissed
"Why are you so reluctant, huh Malia," Kiara asked
"Is it because of Rose," she added? Malia looked up at her and returned her gaze to her legs.
"Malia, you are also my child, yes, I know that there is no how, I will feel sad because of Rose's death but I know deep in my heart that you aren't the one, I believe it, so please stop blaming yourself," Kiara held her hand
"Yes, Malia you need to move on, two years as gone, another year is already counting," George added
"This is your house, you feel to come at any time," Kiara said
"I will try," Malia said amidst tears hugging Kiara.
"Good," Kiara nodded
"Now, who is hungry," Kiara asked
"Me," Michel giggled
"Yes, foodie," Malia said after she as calmed down
"Thank you," he brought out his tongue
"I'm coming," Kiara said heading to the kitchen
"Let's me assist," Malia said and followed her
George faced Michel and asked," When are they starting this year's champions league,"
Michel hissed because he hates football but loves tennis," I think the question should be when is Wimbledon competition starting,"
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Rex's Resident
Tega stood outside Christy's house waiting for when she will come out because he is taking her out on a date.
You can't say their relationship is just two days but it was like they have known themselves for years and speak of the devil, she came out looking different from the sassy Christy in East High School uniform with Ivan, her cousin.
They got to him and he hugged her first before greeting Ivan.
"Hi, you are looking great," Tega complimented her and pecked her cheeks
"Aww, thanks dear," she pecked him on the lips.
"Can both of you quit the PDA," Ivan hissed
"If you are jealous, go meet your girlfriend," Christy smiled clinging to Tega
"Thanks for reminding me I have one," Ivan snapped
"Ya welcome," Christy giggled
"Thank goodness, you got your senses back before it is too late," Ivan told Tega
"Yes but Thanks man for your patience," Tega appreciated
"Yeah, leave now before I make You late for your date, I'm going back home now," Ivan said
"Sure," Tega nodded and faced his girlfriend," shall we," and she nodded smiling
They entered the car and drove off before Ivan entered and left.
When Tega got to their destination, he off the engine.
"Thank you for accepting to be my girlfriend, I love you," Tega said
"I love you too,"
"Ermmm... Before I take you home after our date, my mum wants you to come home to see her,"
"I hope no problem," she asked panicking
"No, she only wanted to know the person who stole the
Chapter 57
Friday Morning
East High School
Senior High Building
Senior Year Three Class
Extra Class Teaching
David and Michel were the first people to enter the classroom waiting for Davina and the teacher to start the class.
David sat down staring into space thinking. Michel has been watching David since the time he stopped being friends with Malia.
He noticed that after he stopped being friends with her, he became quieter than before.
He knew David is deeply in love with her but he is trying hard to keep it in and Michel is sure he won't be able to hold it in longer.
Michel sighed and shook his head, "dummy,"
"He fell hard for her," He said in his thoughts.
"I know he can't cope with it forever," he scoffed
"Love sucks sometimes," he shook his head
Michel watched David sigh as he place his head on the table probably to sleep before the teacher comes.
"It seems it is hard for you to take in, huh," Michel said loud enough for David to hear.
"Are you talking to me," David asked raising his head and staring at Michel with a hidden expression
"Why did you like using the same sentences, huh, are you talking to me," he repeated and scoffed," ain't You tired of using the same sentences every time,"
"I don't know," David shrugged sadly
"How will you know," Michel hissed," Dickhead," he added but David didn't hear.
"Of course, I'm talking to you," Michel said
"Why are you even talking to me," David frowned
"Of course, it isn't because of Malia I'm talking to you," He said
"Why are you talking to me about her," David frowned at him
"Wait, don't tell me you don't want to talk about her," Michel scoffed
"I never said anything," David rolled his eyes
"Your answer said it all, don't worry I won't say anything about Malia again," he shrugged
"What did you want to say," David asked eager to know what he wants to say.
"You look lovesick," Michel shook his head
"I'm not, I just don't get myself," David sighed.
"Yes, you are, since the incident between you and Malia, you have been quiet,"
"But I....," David trailed off
"Anyway, Do you think you can forget about it like that," Michel blurted out
"About what," David asked confused
"Your feelings for Malia," Michel quirked a brow
"Are you trying to mock me about my feelings,"
"I'm not, but I'm just saying the truth," Michel shrugged
"Can You really forget about her like that," He asked
"I can never be able to forget about her like that, I haven't gotten her out of my head, it isn't easy for me," David said truthfully
"Despite what they say about her, I still can't stop loving her," he added
"I knew it won't be able for you to because you really did love her," Michel nodded
"Yes but why are you asking, she is yours anyway,"
"Yes, but we don't love each other, we are the greatest enemy of all times, we will surely collect the award for it if it is given,"
"Really, despite that you guys are already engaged,"
"Will soon be engaged," Michel corrected him
"Yes but they are both sane anyway," David shrugged
"Hmmm ..." Michel nodded
"Why are you even telling me this since she is your property or are you trying to it to rub it on my face," David said shrugging
"No, instead I want to tell you something good for you,"
"What,"
"It is better you talk to her, that is the only way out because you will keep sulking every day if you don't,"
"Are You giving me the permission," David said
"Yes," Michel nodded
"But you told me to stay away from her and now, you are saying I should talk to her," David said confused
"Of course, that is the best way to be free, follow your mind,"
"Why are you urging me,"
"Why is it always in your statement, huh,"
"Answer me, you hate me and now, you are helping me,"
"Yes, I told you to stay away from her because I wanted her to feel lonely and pained but when I look at it, I suddenly felt guilty," Michel Said
"I say she deserves it but the other me says she doesn't," he added sighing
"And you think this is the way out," David asked
"Yes because with the way she is acting, she might kill herself and Rose won't like it," Michel concluded
"Will she forgive me,"
"If she truly loves you, she will," Michel said," but I can't assure you,"
"But I believe you will correct all the mistakes," he added
"Thank you," David smiled lightly
"Hmm, I'm doing this for Rose because she will want to do everything for her too," Michel said
"Hmmm ...," David nodded
"Oops, I can't believe that bald Mr. Harry is getting on my mind," Davina groaned annoying without assessing her environment.
"What is wrong with....," David trailed off as Mr. Harry entered the classroom
"Let's go straight into today's work without wasting any time because time is precious," Mt Harry said and starts writing on the whiteboard without waiting for their response.
"Not again," Davina groaned and hissed
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Lunch Break
The bell rang and the students rushed out in troops. It is obvious everyone is hungry.
Malia held Michel's hands lazily which she has been doing for days now.
"Why can't you leave me alone," Michel said as he tried to remove his hand from hers.
"I can't because we are together in this," Malia said
"Never," Michel shook his head
"Anyway, I'm sitting with you today again," Malia told Michel
"No, what about Kelly," Michel asked
"He is busy," Malia snapped
"But I don't want to eat with you," Michel hissed
"Same here but you have to deal with it," She rolled her eyes.
They got their food looking for an empty table to eat, mistakenly, Ivy bumped into Malia.
Ivy screamed," Are you blind b*tch," The girls are present except David who insisted that he isn't eating.
"You are the b*tch, you bumped into m first and despite that, you opened your stinking mouth to talk to me," Malia lashed her back confidently.
Everyone in the cafeteria is now watching with keen attention.
"I have heard enough with your b*tchy self" Ivy hissed and tried to walk away but stopped
"Really, same here," Malia shrugged smiling
"Why don't you move out of the way because I see no reason why I will be exchanging banters with you because I can't see anything good in you," Ivy replied
"You can't see anything because life is too hard for the blind to see," Malia smirked and Michel laughed
"Malia, stop getting worked up because it won't change who you are, if you say anything else, I won't hesitate to tell the whole school who you are, before your dad saves you, everyone will hate you," Ivy said as she came closer to Malia and whispered in her eyes.
"Yes, go on, then I will tell everyone about yesterday when you pushed me in the pool," Malia said loud enough for the other girls to hear.
"What," A shocked expression came out of their mouth and they became pale.
"What are you talking about," Alexis stuttered
"I heard you, girls," Malia shrugged
"So, you don't have evidence against us, so there is nothing," Davina shrugged nonchalantly
"That would have been possible if there Kelly didn't notice it before Michel saved me," Malia smiled
"I might be crazy but being crazy is better than being stupid," Malia added
"What," Their mouth was still left opened
"Wow, cat got your tongue, huh, nobody can hurt me without my permission," Malia laughed
"Enough of this trash you are uttering," Grace said pissed off
"Trash, just because I'm silent doesn't mean I can't talk, it means your stupid a*s don't have ain't worth my time," Malia told them.
"You are a fool, Malia," Mabel said angrily
"I'm not a fool because I'm not arguing with you, only fools toes that and they become foolish, but I'm just clearing some facts," Malia said
"Malia, move out of the way, let's leave," Mabel said annoyed as she pushed Malia
"Don't you ever try that again," Michel said as he held Malia from falling.
"Don't tell me you are taking her side," Ivy scoffed
"Of course, all hubbies are to take their spouse's side whether right or wrong, isn't it darling," Michel asked Malia who is still surprised that he took her side
"Yes," Malia mumbled
"This is unbelievable," Alexis shook her head
"Move," Grace told her
"Can't your common sense tell you that you are the one obstructing us," Malia said as she moved closer to Ivy and smirked mischievously
"Oh, I forgot," Malia said and tapped her head as she added," Common sense is a flower that doesn't grow in everyone's garden,"
Ivy was fuming in anger as she raised her hands to slap but Malia held her hand as she slapped her instead
"This is for betraying me, for insulting me, and for using me," Malia slapped her three times.
Grace cane forward and said," what did you just do,"
"What did you see me do," Malia replied.
Malia took Michel's food and poured it on Ivy who is still shocked by Malia's slap.
"Malia, that is my lunch," Michel hissed
"Sorry," Malia giggled
Malia pushed Alexis as she came forward to her and starts beating her.
"Malia, stop," Michel had to drag her outside till he got to the hallway.
"Why did you stop me, I would have been them to a stupor," Malia removed her hand from him angrily and walked away
"Geez, she is even angry with me when I saved her f*cking damn a*s," Michel hissed
"Now, I missed lunch," He shook and head as he went back to the classroom.
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In The Afternoon
5:45 pm...
The Unknown Lady
The Unknown Lady has been trailing after Mabel when jerk face told her about the hidden house in the bush. She wants to know what she is keeping in that house because she feels Mabel knows something about Rose's death.
For the past few days, She noticed Mabel is always going out every day and cautiously look around to notice if anyone is following her.
Today, just like the unknown lady who knew that Mabel would go to the hidden house, so she had come outside early and stayed around that vicinity awaiting Mabel.
As if she had known, Mabel came down from a cab and paid the cab man to watch the area for people that might be watching her.
She starts walking down to the outskirts of the town and the lady follows her silently. She kept turning it on at intervals to check around for anyone suspicious.
"What is she doing here," the Lady thoughts
Then, she got to the bush and kept walking deeper inside till she gets to a bridge and crossed the bridge to the other side revealing a big beautiful house.
She looked around before running inside quickly like she is been followed.
The Unknown Lady followed and silently entered as she saw Mabel hugging another lady but couldn't see the person's face well because the room is dark.
"I have missed you," The girl staying in the house said giggling
"I can't keep coming here, it is dangerous," Mabel sighed and sat down
"I feel someone is following me," Mabel added
"No, I believe you are always careful," The girl said
"Yes,...," Mabel nodded
"Hey, you can't be standing there without offering me something," Michel hissed
"I'm hungry or didn't you cook,"
"Of course, I did, you know I don't have any work to do here precisely," the girl shrugged
"Get me food...," Mabel trailed off
"Mabel Wilhelm," The unknown lady called out her name still standing at the doorstep listening to their banters.
"What," the girl moved back sacred
"What," Mabel said as she stood up nervously afraid of what might happen to stare at the unknown lady... of her son,"
"Alright," she nodded
"But we leave, I haven't done something that I should have done since I saw you today," Tega said staring at her lips.
"What...,"
"This," he said and connected his lips with her cute soft lips kissing...