[STORY] MY PERFECT MARRIAGE (Episode 18)

Episode 18.

“it was great walking with you.. Patience said as she got the baby.
Pleasure is all mine.. he responded.
You can come in for a chat.. she offered.
No that won’t be necessary I’m sure we’ve talked enough but I will see you at lunch.. he said.
Ok great take care.. she said.
See you at lunch.. he said.
As patience was in the room her mind was starting to play tricks on her, every thought of Elvin gave her chills and butterflies in her stomach.
It was finally lunch time and she was looking stunning as she walked to the restaurant, Elvin was already there and he waited for them to come.
Can I hold the baby?.. he offered.
Oh no you won’t manage, I’m used to her but for you, it will be a challenge to eat and hold her at the same time… actually let me get her car sit I won’t be long.. she said
Oh no don’t stress, give me the keys I will be back.. he said.
Oh thanks it’s in the back sit.. she said
Elvin went away for a couple of minutes while Patience waited.
He took a little longer than expected then suddenly he walked in with the baby seat in his right hand while his other hand was hidden behind.
Why is your hand behind?.. she asked.
When Elvin stretched his hand out he was holding a bouquet of red roses.
Wow… are those for me..? Patience asked as she blushed.
No unfortunately I got them for the little princess, but you can share them with her.. he said.
Mmm for the baby?.. are you sure?… patience giggled.
Elvin did the honour of fastening the baby in position, then they made the order.
As they ate Patience narrated what led to her split with Philip and why she was finding it hard to go back home, Elvin listened attentively.
After lunch Patience went to her room escorted by Elvin.
Aren’t you going to come in? she asked.
No I’m a little sleepy but I will come by later… I promise.. he said.
Patience closed the door then fell asleep with the baby.
After sleeping for almost an hour she heard a knock on the door and when she opened it was room service.
“madam you received a call from the reception and we tried to divert here but it seems like there is a problem with the line, so can you please pick from the reception?” the woman asked.
Patience wondered who it could be but she accepted, at the back of her mind she thought it could be Philip. She quickly peeped on the baby then locked the door before following the woman.
“hello..”.. patience said.
“honey… please come back home”..
Patience automatically knew it was Philip, how did he locate her? Did anyone spot her?.
Immediately tears ran down her cheeks and she wiped them quickly..
“Patience I have a lot of explanations to do but I’m begging you to please come home”.
Philip I don’t want to exchange any words with you but I am not coming home and I don’t intend to so please leave me alone’.. she said.
Patience hung up immediately and left the reception, when she reached the door Elvin was just returning to his room when he noticed the tears.
Hey what’s wrong?.. he asked.
She didn’t respond but just opened her door and entered. Elvin quickly followed her behind and sat next to her.
Patience I know how you feel but again I’m begging you please go back home, go and talk to him. If it doesn’t work then leave him alone but staying out here is not solving the problem..
No!!!.. patience screamed as she burst in tears and sat on the floor,
“I can’t go back, I can’t forgive him.. “.. patience cried out..
The baby woke up with a loud cry immediately and Elvin lifted her from the bed and comforted her, Patience was still crying really loud making the baby more nervous.
Patience I will take the baby for a walk on the beach will come back when you are calm.. Elvin said as he walked out.
It was a bitter pill to swallow and hearing from Philip uncovered a wound she was trying hard to cover, she cried so much until she felt peaceful then walked to the beach to check on Elvin.He wasn’t by the beach and he wasn’t in his room either, she wondered where he would be. After waiting for nearly an hour and panicking Elvin showed up with the baby.
“you got me so worried I looked everywhere for you..” she said.
I took her for a walk, did I not mention? Elvin responded..
I brought you some food.. he said as he put the plastic he had on the bed next to her.
Is she sleeping?.. patience asked.
Yes she is, he said as he led her on the bed.
Patience opened the food then looked at him with a smile.
“what?” he asked.
“cheese burger is my favourite”.. he said.
Oh guess that was a hit.. he responded with a smile.
“He called.” Patience said.
Who? Philip? Elvin asked
Yes.. he wants me back home.. he said.
Are you ready to face him?.. Elvin asked.
I don’t want to ….. she responded
“Look dear someone once told me that marriage is a commitment that you walk in once and vow not to go out, it’s a place where you stay and stay for good until death.. I will be honest with you though, the statement “through bad times and good times” does not mean torture. You see many marriages out are failing because husbands have decided to torture their wives intentionally because the woman has made a vow to stay through good times and bad times.”.. Elvin said.
Why are you not married, you did not mention and do you realise I know nothing about you till now. Patience said.
I was engaged to be married but I dodged the bullet and since then I have never met someone new.. he said.
What do you mean? She asked.

To Be Continued…

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