Chapter 62: meeting with mum
The next morning I got ready before Jayden and grabbed one of his car keys and left for the car garage.
I got in and drove off.
I arrived at Tricia's apartment and went in. Tricia was almost ready to leave when she paused and turned to me.
"What's the plan? Tricia asked.
"What plan?
"What we're going to do to Cynthia?
"I thought we discussed this over the phone?
"Right. Can we go over it again please?
"Ugh! Tricia. Fine. We have to find mum"
"What? Find her where?
"Remember? We have to create a huge rift between Tricia and mum, that way ... Tricia won't go back for more of my history and mum would see her as an enemy"
"So, how do we go about that?
"It's simple. Let's get going "
"And how do we find your mum?
"Don't worry. I already found her"
"You did? Wow! You're awesome. Let's go. I can't wait to kick that bitch's ass off" Tricia said rubbing her palms.
I arrived at the hotel her mum had lodged in. She texted her mum to come meet her outside.
Monalisa and Tricia got out of the car and found a perfect place to sit and wait for her to come to them.
My mum rushed down in search of us. She quickly dialed my number and I directed her to where we were.
My mum was excited to her and in excitement tried to hug me but Tricia intercepted her and pulled her back, leaving her shocked.
"Why did you do that to me? Monalisa who is she? Mum asked.
"She? She is Tricia my real best friend who had given me all the love and happiness of a family when I was ousted by my own family"
"What are you saying? But I met your best friend"
"My best friend? Show her that bitch's picture"
"Sure. Is this the bitch who tried to take my place by claiming to be Monalisa's best friend?
"Yes. That's her. She said she is your best friend"
"Wow! Monalisa.... I'm going to murder that bitch when I meet her"
"How did you two know each other?
"I met her in the rest room of that restaurant I had ran into you the other day. In fact, she overheard our conversation and insisted on meeting with me, claiming to be your best friend. She gave your mobile number to me"
"Oh! I see. She's such a cunning bitch and then without confirming the truth... you... you opened up my story to her? That girl is my enemy "
"What?
"Yes. She's her enemy. She tried killing Monalisa on her wedding day"
"You are married dear? To who? She told me already and that she works in your husband's company. Something like that"
"Oh she did. I never knew that snakes do tell the truth" Tricia scoffed.
"She did? I'm surprised"
"She did. Tell me dear. What's the circumstances of your marriage? Your husband is unknown to the world and the world does not know that you are his wife. What's going on?
"Who told you that? I asked
"Your best friend..."
Tricia immediately glared at mum.
"I mean that girl. She also said that you two might be in some contract marriage. Maybe a sex contract, probably to give him a child. Something of that sort"
"What!! Monalisa...I think I have exhausted my patience"
"Calm down. So you believed her?
"I don't know what to do. I was so worried about you and.."
"That's enough. You believed a stranger. So much for someone who claimed to be my mother. You can never protect me. You have not protected me for once and you won't".
"Monalisa. Why are you saying such hurtful things to me? That hurts so bad"
"Wanna hear some more? A bitch popped up claiming to be my best friend and told you I'm in a sex contract marriage with a guy claiming he is my husband and what else and you believed her? Well... I'm not here to talk much. I do not know why you are in this city. Whatever you are here for, round it up and get out. I do not need you ruining my lovely life. And that girl Cynthia... she is really evil. All she said are lies. She...is pissed off that I'm married to her boss whom she has tried every means to seduce him and marry her. He's quite a man, our marriage is of no concern to anyone. Got it? Come on Tricia, let's go teach that bitch a lesson"
"Sure "
"Hold on Monalisa. Will I be able to see you again? I really want to sit and talk with you and resolve the whole issue. It has lingered for long"
"What are you still doing here Tricia? Let's leave "
"Yes "
Tricia and I returned back to the car. My heart sank in sadness. I leaned back and exhaled softly.
"Babes, I know that I have no right to comment on your relationship with your mum but girl, I think you should give her a chance and talk with her."
"No. I have no chance to spare for her. She hurt me. She hurt me so much "
"You are hurting her the more"
"Tricia!
"Look Bess. I agree. She hurt you. I do not know how and why she hurt you. Maybe she was helpless to come to your rescue at that time. Maybe, she thought...it was best for you. Look, our parents love us so much that they're blinded by the love they have for us that they make crazy decisions which they think and feel is in our best interest, unfortunately it is not and we end up hating on them without trying to reason with them and talk things through with them. Maybe, she did that because she wanted to protect you but she actually went the wrong way. Babe..." Tricia touched my hand. "I know you're hurting but your mum is also Hurting. Who knows how she has lived her life all these years with no idea where her daughter is. Whether her daughter is dead or alive, whether she is in a good condition or suffering. She truly loves you and I can see it in her eyes that she regrets her actions"
"I'm not going to talk about my mum right now. First of... let's fix that bitch Cynthia "
"Yeah sure. My blood boils at the mention of that bitch's name"
"Now, that's my Tricia. Let's go kick some real ass"
Tricia and I arrived at the company and angrily went in.
I was able to find Cynthia talking with some people.
I walked straight to her.
Pulled her closer, leaving her stunned.
"Monalisa...what are you..."
Without letting her complete her sentence, my hand moved swiftly and left a strong smack on her face which made a loud noise, drawing everyone's attention.
She grabbed her cheek and glared at me while Tricia was bracing herself up to tear Cynthia apart.