ANGELINA Episode 30 By Adelaide Asaf (Daisy Cartel)
(Next Day=Brandon’s Mansion=Nickel’s Room).
When i entered Nickel’s room and when he saw me,that smile I have being seeing every morning on his face upon seeing me wasn’t there. He didn’t even take two minutes to look at me. He just looked through the window. I was not surprised because even though he was sick, he always smiled at me so why not today as well? I got closer and sat besides him on the bed to pamper him but he rejected me. It wasn’t a rude rejection, but it was still a rejection.
” What is it Nickel… have I done anything wrong? ”.
” Please call Rita okay? ”.
” Rita? Why her? I am here and you are asking for Rita? Are you serious? ”.
” I am demn serious Angelina. She is my therapist isn’t she? So why the hell are you starting your jealousy again….you see,this is one thing I really hate about you! ”.
My heart skipped a beat in a painful manner. I couldn’t believe it was Nickel who spoke that way. I got away from him and decided not to talk !such about this and just cooled myself down because I thought he slept on his wrong side last night. O walked to the door and starred at him but he didn’t look back at me.
” I will go and prepare your breakfast, and when am done,I will come help you to take your bath ”.
” It is not necessary, walking again is the most important thing to me okay? ”.
” But Nickel,what the hell is wrong with you? Why are you acting so rude early this morning…. What?! ”.
” Gert out Angelina! Just leave and call Rita, would you? ”. He said rudely and turned his fave away from me ”.
I decided to keep my cool because Mr Brandon had advised to stay united.
(Downstairs).
Diana was arranging breakfast on the dinning table and the television was on in the hall and there was a morning news on it. I walked down the stairs,holding a tray of coffee r and came face to face with the shocking news.
” Good morning good citizens of Belle State. We are very sorry to announce the gory accident which occurred yesterday on the Palama road at exactly 4pm. The man in the cad was doctor Graham who owns the For Life hospital ”. The news caster said.
” Oh my God! ”. I screamed out loud, letting go of the tray of coffee jat onto the floor which busted at my feet into pieces.
” The good news is,we have got information from the For Life hospital that doctor Graham is still alive but the man is completely paralysed and is in a very critical condition… any news of our great doctor will be announced this afternoon. Enjoy the rest if our programmes. Good morning again ”. The news caster said and the programme changed.
” Accident? ”. I was still shaking.
Diana came from the dinning hall with a tray and saw the tray and jar both destroyed on the floor and she came to shook me from my scary world to reality.
” What is it? ”.
” Diana, doctor Graham has got an accident and is completely paralysed in the For Life hospital ”.
” Hey! Chineke! Hey!….just yesterday? ”.
” Yes…when he even said he would come here ”.
” No wonder he was not able to arrive. And we all thought it was because he was busy with hospital duties ”.
” Ei…Diana, this is serious. I mean..just all of a sudden, the man who is coming Herr to give us an important news is suddenly good as dead ”.
” Angelina… Is it not strange that…all this has happened… in a suspecting manner? ”.
” What do you mean? ”.
” Doctor Graham had said he was coming here to see Rita, and he suddenly gets an accident… me I an starting to become scared of that girl oo ”.
” Hmmmm…please clear this mess I have made. As for today,no matter what happens… I will clear my conscience. I will cleat my suspicions ”.
” What do you mean? ”
” Just clear the mess…I will be back ”.
I started to walk slow,heading to Rita’s room.
(Lady Molio’s room).
Lady Molio had taken her bath and gotten herself dressed. She started putting on make ups for a common massaging session, then immediately, Queen Marina appeared behind her,she saw her through the mirror, panicked, screamed and dropped the mirror on the floor and she turned to queen Marina. And she met a be harsh slap from the queen,she was thrown somewhere on the floor with a loud painful moan.
” Your highness! ”. She said puzzled.
” Oh shut up! How dare you act so childish Molio? ”.
” But what have I done queen? ”. She said,holding her cheek and standing up ”.
” Your stupidity has made human beings to see the body of the nurse you killed in the bush,now it is all over the country! ”. The queen said,walking about in the room in a restless state. ” Now everything is talking about it. And even the doctor who sent her has found out that the nurse he sent s being killed ”.
” But that’s impossible. Because we killed her and left her body in the bush ”.
” Exactly you idiot! Now they have found her body. And that doctor has found the truth and was going to expose you yesterday… so while you were busily kissing Nickel Brandon yesterday… I was saving your stupid ass…now you better do the job fast and draw Nickel’s attention from Angelina and kill him fast,or else,I will punish you so much,even more than I did to Angelina… is that clear? ”.
” My queen…Nickel is a nice person ”.
” What?! ”. The queen screamed with flames in her eyes.
” I am sorry queen,I will do ad you have said ”.
When I got upstairs, I heard a loud scream from Rita’s room. I quickly got to the front of her door and batched into the room and found her on the floor with her hand holding her cheek. I quickly got there and folded my arms looking at her on the floor and she quickly got up.
I looked around the room and saw no one there,but she looked like someone had slapped her. Problem was,she didn’t want to remove her hand from her cheek. Her face was all red and I wondered what had happened. She was looking at my face and panting like she didn’t want me there. Oh but indeed, I knew she didn’t want me there.
” What is the matter Rita? ”. I asked, walking around her. ” Why is your fa r so red? And why are you holding your fave like someone slapped you? ”
” Why have you even entered my room without knocking Angelina? Is that what you people do here? ”
” Oh Rita, but I heard you shouting… But then you are suddenly acting rude? Is the truth that.. You are not showing your true colours? ”. I said,smiling evilly.
” What true clouds…can you leave my room? ”.
” I have a news for you. Doctor Graham is on his way here right now to see you ”.
I intentionally said that and her face completely changed from fear to shock. And that is when I realised she was hiding something. Her hand slipped from her face and I se that,her cheek was red and a hand had drawn on her cheek,as if someone had fiercely slapped her. I was so shocked that I touched her fave but she pushed me away from her.
” Stay away from me ”. She went closer to the bed and took her first aid bag. ” I need to go and continue my job,now get out from my room ”.
” Even Nickel is waiting for you…go ahead ”. I said and left the room.
I got closer to her door and she closed it in front of me while she walked away to Nickel’s room. I took my phone from my pocket and quickly dialled Mr Brandon’s number. But it was still switched off. I needed him more than ever. But since he wasn’t picking up…I was going to take matters into my own hands. I switched my phone to camera mode and slowly went closer to Nickel’s door.
Then I saw Diana bringing Nickel’s breakfast on a tray..she got closer to me and an idea flew into my head.
” I need your help Diana ”.
” Did you find out anything Angy? ”.
” Not yet. But I need to confirm from the doctor whether this girl in Nickel’s room is a nurse or not ”.
” So,what are you planning to do? When I was in the kitchen, I heard a loud scream from upstairs… I wanted to come and check,but I saw you walking up the stairs and went back. What was all the scream about? ”.
” I will explain that later,all you should know is that,it was the so called nurse that shouted. I don’t know why,but I will find out soon. For now,I need you to do me a favor and take the breakfast to Nickel… make it a long process when serving him…make sure to interrupt that girl,I need a clear shot of her ”.
” For what? ”.
” Just do it! ”.
” Alright… okay… ”.
I his behind the door when Diana entered without knocking, and she didn’t close the door either. Rita stopped massaging Nickel and stood beside him. As Diana was serving him, I made my phone ready and captured Rita’s face and took a snap.
I took two clear pictures of her and quickly saved it. I tiptoed downstairs and checked the pictures and it was clear enough to show the doctor. I saw Diana coming downstairs and holding the tray,she got by my side with a worried face.
” What is it? ”. I asked and placed the phone in my pocket.
” Angelina… I feel like you have allowed that therapist too close to Nickel. If you would listen to my advice, it will be better if you go to that room and check on them ”.
” What are you talking about Diana… where are you driving at? ”.
” Well…Nickel and that Rita were pretty close when I first entered, and I think that….”.
” What?! Oh come on Diana. Don’t even go there,Nickel will never do that okay? He loves me and I trust him. Please don’t even say that again ”.
” Okay oooo…sorry please. Any way,what are you up to right now? ”.
” Since I don’t want to create a scene right now,I am taking the pictures I took of that girl to the hospital,to ask the doctor whether she’s the nurse he sent ”.
” Tomorrow ”.
” Okay good…when I was coming back,Nickel asked me to call you for him ”.
” Really? ”. I was so excited since he was acting weird towards me earlier in the morning.
” Yes. Go ahead,it must be very important because he was frowning when he asked me to call you ”.
I didn’t waste any time and quickly rushed upstairs and entered Nickel’s room. To my surprise, he was on his feet with the help of Rita. I was overjoyed. I quickly got closer to him,trying to get Rita way from him by standing in her way. But from no where at all,Nickel slapped me hard on the face and pushed me away from him. I was dreaming.
Yes,that’s what I thought, but the pain was so much that..I realised I wasn’t dreaming. I saw the anger and hate in his eyes. And in shock,I saw Rita go closer to him with an evil smile.
” Nickel? ”.
” Shut up and don’t mention my name! You see where your overbearing jealousy has led you…I don’t ecenknow what came over me to propose to you ”.
” What?! Nickel.. you? This is impossible, you are out of your mind! ”.
” Yes I am…Angelina… get out of the mansion now! You are too jealous of Rita,that you could slap her like this? See what you did to her face! ”.
” What?! Me…slapped her? ”.
” Yes! Don’t lie right now Angelina… you slapped me all because you thought I am getting too close to Nickel… try to deny it now and let’s see what happens! ”….
ANGELINA Episode 31 By Adelaide Asaf (Daisy Cartel)
(Nickel’s Bedroom).
I was still in disbelieve. In total shock. I got ti my feet and looked at Nickel and realised that wasn’t my boyfriend. But if he had the gust to slap me,then whatever that is really worse than anything. Then I had to think fast because more than ever,I had to stand on my grounds and fight for what is right,I am going to expose this bitch even if it’s the last thing I ever do.
But for now,I wisely walked away from the room…walked straight into my room and wept bitterly. What the hell as going on? I wished Mr Brandon was here to see this. And my pain as well. This girl has bitten more than she can chew,but if I find out she’s not a nurse and that she’s fake,only God knew what I would to her.
I stood up and entered Mr Brandon’s room then went closer to his telephone, I opened his drawer and took his phone book. I looked through and found the For Life hospital in general, then I called the number…as it was going through, someone answered and it was a woman’s voice coming through.
” Hello…is this the For Life hospital medical team? ”.
” The medical team is at work madam,but anyone can be sent to wherever you are if only it’s an emergency ” .
” Oh no…that won’t be necessary… I only called for a particular reason ” .
” Okay, am all ears…anything the matter? ”.
” Please, this call is from the Brandon’s mansion… and I was calling to ask if your boss,doctor Graham was okay ”.
” Hmmmm…okay ”
” Okay…so is hr fine or not? ”.
” Who am I speaking to please, I can’t give out information to just anyone ”.
” Angelina… hey I just told you am calling from the Brandon’s mansion, you can check the number again if you want. I live with pastor Brandon, and I hope you are aware that he and doctor Graham are the best of friends ”.
” Yes…well,doctor Graham is not okay. He’s still not woken up from his sleep ”
” Oh my God, don’t tell me he’s in a coma ”.
” No..not a coma…but he was badly wounded and he’s paralysed now. Doctors have confirmed that,he won’t be able to walk,talk or even sit up for the rest of his life ”
” Oh no! He can’t talk? Please can I come and check on him tomorrow? ”
” I don’t know about that because his wife and son are here,and they don’t allow outsiders here. But you can come and try your luck Herr ”.
” Okay thank you ”.
I hanged up and sat there,even more paralysed. If doctor Graham is not able to talk,how the hell can he confirm the nurse. I am so wasted and bursted. This is going to be the hardest task I have taken upon myself. But I need to kick the bitch out of here.
But I started wondering, what did she gain by telling Nickel that I was the one that slapped her? Was Diana’s suspicions right? No…I can’t be thinking of this right now. Nickel will never do that. Maybe he was depressed on the fact that,he’s not able to walk this long time.
It was understandable. But all the same,I was going to try my luck tomorrow. But until then,I will keep my distance for now. And after I get the truth God willing tomorrow, I will destroy that girl. She will regret, crossing my lane.
(For Life Hospital=Doctor Graham’s ward).
Mrs Graham and their son sat besides the motionless man who used to be so strong and did everything on his own. He had bandages all over his face except mouth nose and eyes. And his legs were hanging on a rope tied to the bed. He was completely broken. Mrs Graham kept caressing him and their son also kept walking to and fro in the room in his anxiety.
A nurse holding a pan tray of needles and sedatives entered and placed the tray on a shelf board on a wall. She went closer to doctor Graham and checked on him. She checked the drip and blood being fused into him.
” Oh my God ”. Naomi said.
” What is it? ”. Mrs Graham asked.
” Madam… this is strange. Because as I have checked the medication, doctor Graham is responding to treatment. But when I check his body language, he is getting worse ”
” Fuck that girl! What do ya mean my pap is getting worse? Ain’t ya the same person that said he’s getting better? ”. Kelvin said in an angry tone. ” Hope ya ain’t insinuating that my pap is gonna die,are you? ”.
” I don’t know that sir ”.
” Fuck that shit and don’t call me sir! Do ta job as a nurse as you were hired, de!n it! ”.
” Kelvin it’s enough! Show the nurse some respect… she’s trying her best. Naomi, what’s the matter? ”.
” Madam,I think we should wait for a while. We have been giving him medication since yesterday, and the test we have made on him proves that he is responding to treatment, but then as I have come to check on him,his body is becoming weaker and weaker and his condition is becoming worse ”.
” This battle is nothing physical.. I know it! Oh my God, but pastor Brandon has also put his phone off…God have mercy on my husband ”.
” I will take my leave now ma ”. She said and left.
” What we gone do now mam? ”
” Prayer my son. All we have left now is,God. And am waiting for pastor Brandon to one back from the mountains and we’ll see what we can do after that ”.
” Well,I guess both of you trust him much. Got to go now mam,am so tired… I had a long journey from the USA today. Have to go and rest. I will come back tomorrow… will you sleep over here? ”.
” Of course my son,am not leaving your father at all. You go home and rest okay? When you come here tomorrow, I will also go home to take my bath and rest ”.
” Alright mam. Am gone ”.
He said and walked out.
(Next Day=Brandon’s Mansion).
I woke up from my room very early in the morning and stood in front of Nickel’s door. I held the handle and tear run down my cheeks. I couldn’t get myself to believe that,Nickel and I had actually come to this point. My birthday is just in three days time..and who would I spend it with? I was not happy even though my life was taking this path.
It was so sad and disappointing. I slowly opened the door and entered. He was still asleep and I quietly got closer to him and sat beside him. His face was pale and white. I touched his face and brushed my hand through his hair,but he didn’t even turn himself.
He was really deeply asleep. I kissed his forehead and looked around the room. I got up and rolled the curtains from the window and allowed the sun to shine into the room. I turned and got out then met Rita on the walk way. When she saw me,she revealed an unfriendly smile to me and I also folded my arms,she had the ordersity to walk closer to me.
” What were you doing in Nickel’s room? ”
” What? What sort of question is that? ”.
” You heard me right Angelina… what were you doing in Nickel’s room? ”.
” Bitch…I don’t have to explain myself to you at all. I can enter into Nickel’s room..as long as I want. What right do you have to ask me that…is it because Nickel is giving you some little friendship? ”.
” Hahahaaa…oh my goodness. Friendship? Who told you Nickel and I are friends. In any case,I don’t have to tell you anything. But then,you should have realised by now…that Nickel doesn’t love you anymore ”.
” And that’s why you blamed me for your slap yesterday? You snake! I will make sure you don’t get away with this acts of yours ”.
” And how do you intend to do that? ”.
” Oh you worm…you have finally proved to be evil just like I suspected from the start ”.
” There is nothing to do madam suspect ”.
” We’ll see about that ”.
I walked downstairs and met Diana on the way and got her out with me to the compound.
” I am going to the hospital right now okay? So you take care of the house please,keep an eye on her and also make sure not to open your mouth about my whereabouts please ”.
” Ei Angelina, you are leaving me in this house with that witch? ”.
” That bitch witch will soon leave our lives for good. Just make sure to serve them their breakfast so that they won’t complain. I will make sure to come back soon ”. I said and entered one of Mr Brandon’s exclusive cars.
” Make sure you find the truth before coming back ”.
” I will ”.
I drove into the street and drove as speedily as I could. On my way,I passed a short cut road to let me reach early. And I met up with a very big log. A big wooden had stopped my car on the way. But police and road workers should have put a warning on the crossed road to prevent people from passing here and avoiding any inconvenience. I started sweating in the car.
And looking around me,there was no car or anyone passing by. I tried reversing back but I hit something very hard behind me and my forehead hit the steer and hurt my head. I now had a cut on my forehead and blood came out… I was feeling very dizzy, after waking up and taking my bath,I had not eaten anything… I needed to do this before thinking about any food.
But I wondered what the car hit. With blood on my face,coming from the cut on my forehead, I got down from the car and checked behind it,only to find four giant goat men from under the sea,with the queen standing in front of them. This men goat are defenders and guards from the kingdom. They have human body alright. But they had big fat tails and goat feet. And they had goat faces,but human bodies,they were muscular and tall. In a normal human perspective, they looked more dangerous and scarier than a lion. The queen wore her glorious gown from the sea,holding her snake rod in her right hand and a big black anaconda in her left hand.
I was shocked. How the hell did she even get here?
” Oh oh oh…my beautiful, beautiful… most beautiful Angelina. Look what you did to your face,blood all over you ”.
” What do you want Marina? ”. I asked boldly.
” Wow…she called me Marina without the queen ”.
” That’s right,because I don’t work for you anymore… now,take your musketeers away from my sight and let me drive off ”.
” What have you gained Angelina? What have you gained ever since you started walking with that pastor? ”.
” Haha….and what did I gain from you when I sold my soul to you? ”.
” What,you were independent, you were rich,you had your freedom to do what you want and so many advantages ”.
” And so what? ”.
” With this pastor, all you do is follow his orders, am I lying? ”. She said and threw the snake on her neck. ” And fall in love with his son who does not even appreciate you ”.
” What?! ”. I was shocked she said that,due to the current situation between me and Nickel. I was confused, to thinking about how she found out. ” How the hell did you even know what’s going on? ”.
” Is that important? ”.
” Do you have any idea of what’s going on with my life? Ate you spying on me? ”.
” Let’s make long story short my dear Angelina. Lady Sona….”.
” I am not Lady Sona! I am Angelina Christine Jordan! ”. I shouted and pointed at her angrily. ” Get out of my way right now Marina! Take your goons with you,leave my sight right now ”.
” I can give you back the world Angelina! ”. She took the snake off her neck and stretched it towards me. ” All you need to do is one thing my dear…take back your anaconda,let it go back to your stomach where it truly belongs ”.
I was furious. I was fired up. I started burning up in anger. I had pressed my fist so hard and dark smoke coming out of my body. This is what I wanted to avoid, I never wanted to use my powers anymore. But the anger was intense, and I couldn’t control myself.
Red fire appeared from my pressed hand and threw it at the anaconda, burning it up,with a loud scream from the anaconda, the queen quickly let go of it and it falls to the ground, burning up to ashes. The queen was absolutely furious and threw strokes of arrows from nowhere towards me,I bent down dodging the arrows and commanded tons of fire towards her, she turned invisible and the fire disappeared. She appeared back and stretched her rod at me. My eyes turned red and I gave a scream which pulled out trees around us out from their grounds towards the queen.
The scream was so loud that it sounded almost all over the surroundings, and I was sure that people would gather around soon. The queen prevented the trees,making it fall else where. She then turned to the gaot men.
” I am leaving, deal with her bitterly ”.
” Yes your Highness! ”. They responded in chorus and the queen disappeared.
Then they turned to me,and bow and arrows appeared into their hands……
ANGELINA Episode 30
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To be continued…..
