Episode 6 : Struggles During Pregnancy
I ran into Dave’s sister again and asked her if Dave’s number.
Please Lilian, help me with Dave’s number,, there’s something he needs to know.
I’m sorry Erica, my parents warned me not to give out his number,especially to you.. I can’t do it.. she said.
She walked out of me while I stood like a stature for hours thinking of what to do.
I can’t keep this pregnancy, I don’t even know if Dave is coming back soon, what have I done? How will my family react when they eventually find out? I said to myself.
I ran to my grandmas place, she took me in and I confided in her.
I knew you’d carry his child Erica, I told you from the beginning , but the love you feel you have for Dave overpowered your ability to think.. what do you want to do now? She asked me.
I don’t know granny, I want to terminate it, I am sacred, I don’t want to die and I don’t want to raise a child alone.. I answered.
How far is this pregnancy? She asked again.
Going to two months.. I said ..
You have to keep it, be prepared for this journey alone”” Dave is not coming back.. you can’t even reach him..
Stop crying Erica, I made yam, there’s oil too, go and eat..
Two days later my parents came..
I saw their faces and I knew my granny has told them..
Pregnancy cannot be hidden Erica, my mum told me .
You’ve decided to choose this path..I warned you about Dave, you allowed him use you,, I never knew you were this senseless, how can you not tell him to protect himself.. what if he had a deadly disease? Now look at the result.. A child out of wedlock nd without a father to carry the responsibilities.. I am disappointed Erica, just look at Bella your sister, she’s focused and have a huge plan for herself and the family. You keep bringing disgrace to me and your mother..
I can’t stay here, cause there’s nothing more to say..
My dad finished talking and left.. he left without my mother..
Erica, the deed has been done and you’re keeping this child.. I will talk to your father so we can go to Dave’s house and see his parents, they might give us his number..my mum said to me.
I couldn’t say anything..what should I say? Nothing..
My mum left and she persuaded my father, my father agreed.
Mum returned to her mothers place(granny).
Let’s go Erica, your father is waiting for us.
We got to Dave’s house and met his parents..This time we weren’t welcomed.
What is it this time? Dave’s dad asked.
My dad: We’re not to banter words, my daughter is pregnant and your son Dave is responsible..
Dave’s mum: my son is not here, and he is not responsible for your daughter’s pregnancy.. it must be one of those boys she slept with..
My mum: I am surprised you talk like this, you’re a mother and you know how they started their relationship.. My daughter is not the friendly type, I am surprised how your son brainwashed her, from taking her v!rginity now to pregnancy..
Dave’s dad: we cannot take the responsibility of another man’s child.. lastly Dave is not responsible for her pregnancy.. I don’t want to see you or ur family near my door step..
Erica: please sir, Dave is the father of my child, I can’t do this alone,, let me just talk to him.. call him let me talk to him cause I am aware you gave him a new sim nd you told everyone not to let me have his number,, just call the father of my child let me talk to him..
Dave’s mum: Erica, Dave is not the father of that thing you’re carrying.. and you will never see Dave again, you miserable fellow, you want my sons life to be miserable like yours, I’ve had enough of this.. please leave..
I never wanted to com here, the embarrassment we get all the time is enough.. my dad told my mum.
I went home and my sister encouraged me..
Bella:You have to be strong for your baby, soon you’ll become a mother, anytime Dave comes back he will take up his responsibilities, Dave loves you Erica, I know he is also looking for means to reach you…. You entered the wrong family Erica, but it will be fine, I will support you the little way I can.
You’ve been silent for days Erica, what’s wrong? Simon asked.
Nothing bro, I just need time to think and rethink…I am wondering!! Dave is in school and he hasn’t reached out to me yet, I wanted to take jamb next year, but I can’t, he is living his life without me and his child..
Simon:You should stop crying and thinking, have you forgotten how Dave always shout at his mum for your sake, how he disrespected his parents publicly for your sake, and how he told dad that you’re his soul mate..
remember the good times and give yourself happiness, you need to smile each time you think of Dave Erica.
Erica: I think of the times you beat me Simon.** I’m just joking.. thanks..
Two weeks later I went to the market to help my mother sell when I saw Dave’s mum..
She came to me, looked at me and said, Erica, I believe you okay, I came with this drugs for you, I already told dave(she lied) and he is happy about everything, take this drugs, it’s for sound sleep nd the growth of the baby…she said.
Thank you ma..I took the drugs from her.
I will keep checking on you till the day of your delivery..
After selling I went home, freshened up, ate and took the drugs. I was soo tired due to the stress.. after I took the drugs I slept.
It was 6am in the morning when my mother came to my room to wake me up..
Erica ,wake up, don’t be lazy,
I woke up and realized something coming out from my private part.. I went to the bathroom and found out I was bleeding.
Mum! Mummy!! Bella!!!simon. I fainted .
Two hours later I opened my eyes and saw that I was already admitted at the hospital..
What happend mum? I asked my mother..
Erica, I do not know! You fainted this morning, still waiting for the doctor.
Few minutes later the doctor came in.
How are you feeling? He asked.
I am fine doc, what happend?
You tried to terminate your pregnancy Erica, the drugs you took is meant for abortion..
Erica, you want to kill your own child? My mum said.
No mum, Dave’s mum gave me those drugs at the market yesterday, she told me it’s meant for the growth of the baby and sound sleep.. she wants to terminate her sons child not me..
My God!!!!!! You collected drugs from someone that hates you? Erica? How can you be soo dumb?
I thought she has changed..* I was already crying *
Doctor please, how’s my child? Am I still pregnant ?
Yes you are, you almost lost the baby…. I’ll get you some drugs to stop the bleeding.. your baby is still intact..be careful next time.
This woman wants to kill me and my baby, it means one thing mum. She knows Dave is the biological father.. I’ll stay clear from her henceforth.. ..
She wants to kill the only thing that reminds me of Dave..
Be strong Erica, you’re my daughter and I can’t abandon you.. I forgive you my child.. my mum said to me.
I got my prenatal drugs from the hospital and left with my mum..
Dave’s mother is an ev!l woman..
Episode 7 : Birth of Olivia and Continued Hardships
My pregnancy journey began.
My father got to hear about what Dave’s mother did’. Thank God you didn’t miscarry it.. he said to me..
Going to the market with my mother became a challenge as my pregnancy progressed” but I also needed to survive, most times my mother would be down with chest pains letting me go to the farm alone. Also go the market to make sales,
It was as-if the house was uncomfortable for me as everyone thinks of themselves, it wasn’t their fault, I got myself into this mess and gradually I will be out of it.
Erica, don’t do that, do this, don’t eat that food it belongs to your sister Bella, you can no longer go to school for now, you need to hustle for money, “”these words became the words of my father””.
I sat down and adviced myself,, .
One faithful day I pack my things and told them I’d be staying with my grandma till I give birth..I will still help my mother in the market whenever I am fit..
I got to my granny’s place and she welcomed me,, I got a space in her backyard and planted my own vegetables.. I also need to contribute financially..
Weeks passed and my vegetables were ready to be harvested, 😊 I harvested them, tied them, put them in a tray and began to hawk them,, initially I made little sales but with time I began to make huge sales..
Most times I’d walk a long distance Befor I could finish selling, and sometimes I walk round the market to sell them off..
I’ve heard people laugh at me, mock me, some even call me stupid.
That’s Erica, she’s pregnant and the guy responsible is no where to be found..they sayI got used to it
One day I met Dave’s mother at the road side,
Erica, this is what you do now? Thank God my son left for school he would have wasted his time with you…she said.
At least, my mother is better than you ma, you that almost killed me and my child.. I have no time for you anymore..extend my greetings to Dave when he calls,you can eat his number, I no longer want it..I responded to her continued hawking my veggies in peace..
You should stop hawking Erica, give the vegetables to your mother, she’ll help you sell them.. you need lots of rest..granny told me.
You know mum is ill and most times she doesn’t go to the market, I cannot rely on her granny..
Erica, keep your vegetables outside I’ll help you sell them whenever I am free,,
Erica, I hear you cry every night Befor you sleep, what is wrong?she asked me.
Erica: it’s Dave, I have this feeling he doesn’t care about me, I am suffering, don’t he deserve to know that I am carrying the burden alone?what did I do to his parents? I met his friend prince, he said he doesn’t have his number.. what has Dave heard that he can not reach out to me?
Granny: you should stop crying all the time,, you’re not alone in this journey, we will help you the little way we can Erica, don’t criticize Dave yet,you also do not know what he is going through, he’ll come back, and you will see him again, forget about his parents and focus on yourself and your child..go inside and sleep.
The next morning I went in search for a job,I successfully saw a vacancy in one of the schools along the market..
I had already written an application, I went in and gave it to the management,,An interview was conducted and I got the job..
I went home to share the news with my granny..
I sold your veggies today, here’s your money..
Thank you grandma..
Work started, I got very busy but it wasn’t easy, waking up early to school, standing for hours, writing on the chalk board and the constant noise from pupils, I endured every pain..
Five months later,still no news from Dave, sometimes I wished I never met Dave..
I went to visit my parents one weekend when I got a visitor, guess who? It was lilian(Dave’s sis)
Erica, you’re truly pregnant… she said to me.
What do you want here? Did your mother send you to confirm if I am still alive?
No, Erica I came to tell you something..
I’m listening…
Lilian::Dave is trying to come back but my parents are threatening him.. he is not aware that you’re pregnant and I can’t tell him, my parents will kill me if they find out..
My brother Dave still loves you, he has begged me several times to give your number to him for communication..I am sorry you’re going through this but there’s nothing I can do..
Erica: Are you done?
Lilian:No, my mother has told Dave soo many lies about you, for now I don’t know if he believes.. my phone has been taken away from me..
Erica:Lilian please, my sanity matters to me, you see this pregnancy, Dave is not responsible, and don’t even try to tell him that I am pregnant, I am not carrying his child, all of you are bunch of liars..
Lilian: I’m not lying to you, my mum has already told him not to com back during holiday, she said we will visit him in school..I’m here to clear my conscience.
Please leave lilian, I’ve heard enough, I do not want Dave’s number cause you won’t give it to me, there’s nothing to explain..go back and tell your mother her son is not responsible for my pregnancy..
I can’t tell her, she knows Dave is responsible..please don’t tell her I came here..
I did not see you lilian , just go..is it your fault? Noo, it’s my fault, I gave myself to your brother free of charge..
Moments later bella came,
I saw lilian on my way back home, she came here?
Yes, she came to tell me her own soft side of the story, Dave this, Dave that, my mum this , bla bla bla..
You haven’t told me what she said Erica,
Bella, it is useless, okay just listen to her story*I told Bella everything Dave’s sis lilian said
She might be right sis, cause , think about it..
anyway, I got some baby clothes for you, your delivery is approaching..I hope you give birth to a boy.. where’s mum and dad?
They went to their meeting..Bella,, do you think Dave is worried about me?
Erica, Carry your big tommy inside, you want us to start discussing about the father of your child.. laughs please try and find out the gender of your child, I need to stop buying unisex..
Fast forward to Sunday, I went to church and prayed God grant me safe delivery and bring Dave back as soon as possible, I prayed for financial blessings so I can take care of my child..
Episode 8 : Overcoming Adversity and Growing Stronger
My mother’s sickness worsen, she stopped selling in the market..
My dad called for a meeting.
My children, I know how difficult things are, but as you all know, your mother can no longer hustle for now, and I also cannot provide as I used to Befor.. your mother and I will be needing little support from all of you.
Simon: I will try my best to provide.
Bella: I am already working, I will assist with her drugs nd some other minor things .
I didn’t say anything.
Erica, what do you have to say? Dad asked.
Dad, I have nothing to say for now, I earn little and I am yet to get the stuffs I need for delivery, when I have I will bring mine across, but please, it shouldn’t be my burden now, I already have one I cannot carry..I told him.
I don’t put you in that condition Erica, you made the wrong choice.. and it’s your cross to bear, he told me.
Leave Erica out of this dad, you know how she assisted mum in the market and how she helped you with your farm Befor this whole thing happened.”” She’s right, she will becom a mother soon and her burden will increase, don’t you think she also need assistance from us? Simon said
Dad, if you’re still angry with me, you should let the anger go. I can’t change everything..
I think I should leave now.. granny will be looking for me, if mum wakes up tell her I will be back by weekend..
- I took my bag and left*
My dad was the reason I left the house, now he is trying to make me feel less of a human, yea, I know I made a mistake with Dave, but it’s in the past, my baby needs an atmosphere of love..
I bumped into Dave’s parents all the time,, I hate it whenever I see them.. all they tell me, Dave is not coming back, he is no longer interested in you, go find who is the father of your child,stop hoping and praying..
it was a torn in my flesh as I grew more hatred than love for them.
I went to the hospital to find out the gender of my child, turns out to be a baby girl..
I am having a girl granny,, do you think it’s alright?
Yes, erica, it’s cool you’re birthing a girl first.. I am proud of you.
I enjoyed every kick my baby gave me, I spoke several times to my child, asking her about her father, but she will always respond with her tiny kicks,,
Oh, you’re right, your father is doing well without us..
One Saturday, I was soo hungry, my granny had gone to the farm,, I got up and went to check my little farm in my granny’s backyard,, I was disappointed as they’re yet to mature,
I can’t put it up for sale, it’s not mature yet, I am hungry ooo, no salary yet.. I said to myself.
Let me go to my parents house, i got dressed and headed home..
I got home, met my dad.”” Good afternoon dad, I greeted him” and went straight to the kitchen.
Don’t open the pot Erica, the food in this house is not for you and your child.. you don’t contribute…stop coming home to eat the little we have.. you no longer have any right in my kitchen…dad said.
I left the kitchen with a cup of water.. I sat outside..
Erica, you came, mum said.. you look pale, are you alright?
Mum, I’m fine..
Go and eat, I know you’re hungry..
No mum, dad said I no longer have rights in the kitchen..let me wait for Bella, I’ll borrow money from her..
She went inside and began to quarell with my dad.
Your pregnant child, you asked her not to eat? Why? Do you hate your own daughter ? What if she starves to death? She asked my dad(her husband)
She can’t bring more problem and more burden here… she ran after the private part of Dave.. now she is hungry’’ she will not eat the food in that kitchen, let her go and work for her own food..my dad replied.
Mum there’s no need for this, let me just go back to granny’s place..
I stood up and left.
I cried back to my granny’s place,, I took the premature vegetables, sliced them and boiled them, I added salt nd lilttle oil..
My tears dropped in my food while I was cooking..
Few minutes later I began to eat what I prepared, I enjoyed it though..
Erica,
I looked up it is granny.
Why are you eating this? I’ve told you to tell me when you need anything..
I don’t want to bother you, you’ve been putting me first, I know how you struggle for my sake..
I went home and my dad asked me not to eat what they have..
I got fresh fish for you.. stop eating that.. take,go make soup.. don’t be angry with your father. I will talk to your mother..
I continued teaching till I was 8months and 2 weeks pregnant, I needed to rest Befor I give birth, I applied for maternity leave which was granted, and I went home to rest.
I used one week to sell my veggies..to gather up money together with my previous salary..
Erica, your mum is here..granny called out.
You’re almost due Erica, I came to stay with you incase your labor starts.. you need me by your side..mum said
Thank you mum..
Have you gotten everything needed for delivery?
Tomorrow morning.. I told Bella to meet me up.
How do you feel Erica?
starts to cry 😭 I feel tired and scared, I do not know what will become of this child after delivery.. Dave broke my heart mum, I thought he loved me, I am having his baby without his support and without his presence.. who will I run to if things gets worse?
It’s okay Erica, you’ll be fine..
The next day we got to the market and bought the remaining things, Bella got some too..
Exactly 9month I went into labour..
It was by 5am when my water broke, I was rushed to the hospital I registered, the pains was unbearable, I kept screaming, hours later I wasn’t dilated up to 10cm, the labour pain increased but my baby wasn’t coming out, I was induced twice, no way, no sign.
We have to book her for an emergency Caesarean section(CS) if not she’ll lose the baby, the baby is too big and she cannot push it..Doctor said.
It was a tough decision, the money involved was huge,I needed to save my baby,, Bella signed the papers and I was taken to the theatre..
Hours later, they finished the operation ,sewed me up nd took me back to my ward..
My mother and sister was with my baby, I couldn’t hold my baby as the pains was soo severe..
I woke up and prayed to God for saving me and my baby..
She’s soo beautiful Erica, Bella said kissing my child.
she looks like Dave erica, she has his lips and the nose is not yours, she took her father’s complexion…
Hold your daughter Erica,,breastfeed her..
Here is the bill,, doctor handed the bill to me.
This is not what I budgeted, it’s too much..
That’s the bill Erica, it’s not normal delivery..mum said.
We gathered the money we had but it still wasn’t enough.
Mum began to run around for money, she sold most of her expensive wrappers, yet the money wasn’t complete.
Grandma sold two of her chais to assist too.
You should tell Dave’s parents to help us.. please.. I can no longer stay in this hospital,
God please help me. Touch them to assist us for the sake of this child..
My mum went there and told Dave’s parents about my delivery and hospital bills..
She came back with tears on her face..
What happend? Bella asked her.
They chased me out with lots of insults..
Even after hearing about Dave’s child? Their grand daughter? It’s okay mum.. I can stay here forever..
I talked to your father, but he said he is not selling any of his farm land for your sake … mum said.
Still talking when Simon came..
I sold the land dad gave me mum..here’s the money.. I will work hard and get another land.
Thank you Simon.. 😢
Stop crying erica…You’re alive. You’re strong too.
We balanced the bills and I was discharged.
I took my daughter to my granny’s place…
Episode 9 : Moving On and Seeking New Opportunities
People kept coming the morning I arrived home to congratulate me..
I got lots of gifts, money, clothes and food stuffs.
Congratulations Erica, oh! Wow! She’s soo beautiful,, what about her father? She doesn’t look like you,, who’s her biological father? Questions I had no answer to.
She must have slept with different men, so she can’t identify who the real father is”some said”.
Days later I named my daughter 😊
Her name (Olivia).
I wasn’t sad anymore, I was happy…but it was a lot of stress, from the late night sleep to her constant cries,
Mum, you didn’t tell me this was what you suffered when you gave birth to us.
It’s the stage Erica.. she’ll outgrow it..
My grand child is soo beautiful.
She’s Dave’s daughter, , granny responded..
I am glad you kept this pregnancy, I wish Dave’s here to see his daughter .
It took me two weeks to finally stand upright,, my mum was the one bathing me and my daughter, my scar finally healed, but I was still in pain
I was told by the doctor not to lift any heavy thing aside my daughter.
My dad finally came to see his grandchild after two weeks..he apologized and we settled our differences…
Bella stayed with us for some time Befor she left for work, she complained about Olivia’s disturbance.
Things become soo tough for us, Olivia keeps getting sick for no reason,
We could no longer afford to get drugs we adopted making use of herbs..
She’s too young to fall sick all the time, what is happening?
Granny was worried,,
I became my daughters night guard,
Erica please bath her with those leaves I got from the bush,, put her to sleep, she’ll be fine…
At a time Olivia stopped using diapers,we could no longer afford diapers as we have no money..
I adopted the use of different pieces of cloth as her diaper..
I wasn’t feeding too well, my breast stoped producing milk cause of malnutrition..
Simon assisted us severely, Bella too, but Olivia’s sickness was too much for all of us.
I need to go back to work mum..
You can’t Erica, you’re still healing from the operation you did,, who will care for your child?
I will take her to work, we can’t continue like this..
I went back to the school I taught, I was accepted..
Olivia was just 3months when I went back to teach, I would carry her on my back, stand for hours and write on the chalk board.. I developed back and chest pain, cause she’s always on my back..her feeding habit dropped, and sickness started again, it was from one excuse to another.
I’m sorry ma, I can’t come to school today, my daughter is ill,,, im sorry ma, I can’t come today my back pain is severe,, these were my constant complain.
The management got tired of me and asked me to stop working, they paid for the few weeks I worked.
Everything wasn’t falling in place, ain’t children suppose to be a blessing? God why am I facing so much pain?
My tears was my own food..
My mum stayed for some time Befor she finally went to my dads place..
Bella gave me some money and I decided to go into groundnut selling..
I got the groundnuts, fried them and hawk them with my daughter..
Sometimes, rain would drench on us,I couldn’t even afford an umbrella..
I kept selling groundnuts till I made huge sales, I used part of the money to plant cassava in my dads farm..
At 6 months , I took Olivia for her immunization when I saw Dave’s parents and their daughter lilian..
The news about you is true Erica,, I thought you died at the hospital, I know you must have sold your destiny to pay those bills..she said.
Mum, her daughter looks like Dave,, just look at her eyes,, her lips.. mum.. why not tell Dave about his daughter..lilian said.
God forbid, this ugly child is not my grandchild, lilian I have told you to stop saying Dave is the father of this child, erica was a prostitute, everyone knows,, she had the guts to disrespect me the first day she saw me..
Your son is not the father of my child… and I will not take it if you continue to rain insults on me… the next time you will do it, I will slap you….you can have Dave and even marry him..
I got my daughter immunized and went back home..
Months later my Cassava was ready to be harvested 😊 I harvested it and made garri out of it..
I began to sell garri in basins..
I learnt how to live without Dave..
Bella gained admission and went to school..
Simon struggled to pay up her fees and he also took care of mum and dad, he supported me sometimes too.
I watched my daughter crawl, her growth process was very fast and amazing,
You’re doing a great job Erica, I said to myself.
Olivia took her first step at 8months, it was a day of celebration, soon she started walking..
You walked Befor your first birthday ,Just look how cute you are 😊 daddy is not here right now, you remind me of him Olivia..I hope he comes back soon..
Olivia clocked A year, i managed to celebrate it in a little way.. got her a cake..
My daughter has now grown without her father.
Episode 10 : Finding Stability and New Relationships
You know you’re now a single mum, granny said to me..
You should be careful choosing a life partner, any partner that doesn’t accept your child shouldn’t be in your life..
Gramma, I am not interested in any relationship for now, I want to make money, I want to give Olivia the best life.. I also want to go back to school..
Erica, I know.. you’re still waiting for Dave.. Olivia just celebrated her first birthday and Dave is still not back, I am not saying you should not hope, but you really have to move on..
I’ve moved on granny,, let me go sell the remaining garri in the market, please look after Olivia for me.. she’s teething again..
I left for the market.
Got to the market and made a sample of my goods..
How much is this?
It’s #600
Can I have two rubbers? He said .
I measured it, packed it and gave it to him..
Erica, right?
This time I asked the buyer what he wanted..
Nothing, I want nothing.. he responded.
Then leave, I am done with you,, thank you for your patronage..
this was exactly how Dave got me*
Someone is trying to talk to you, you’re acting like a god, my next neighbor said to me frowning her face.
I ignored her..but she continued .
Have you forgotten that you’re single mother? You should learn to free yourself.. if you like keep rejecting suitors, no one will even marry you, you’re a used object,, second hand property..
Faith, please mind your business.. you can follow him if you want..
Few minutes later, a woman approached me..
Hello dear, I searched for you yesterday, how’s your daughter?
She’s fine ma, good day!
I bought garri from you last week, and I enjoyed it.. I also do this business, I sell in basins and bags , lately customers have been complaining, I guess the person supplying me is not frying it very well again..
You make it yourself right? She asked
Yes ma..
Okay, I want you to be the one to supply me in basins and bags.. is that possible??
It is very possible ma… when should I start??
Just name your price.. and get the job delivered to me by weekend.. here’s my card.
I scratch my head””ma, I do not have a phone””.
Brought out a small phone from her bag,, get SIM card today and call me.. Cash or transfer??
Cash ma.. I have no account yet..
Okay,, how much for 27 bags??
I will calculate and call you..
Take care, bye..
She left..
Excitement made me close for that day.. I rushed home to share the good news with my granny..
Erica, are you okay? Can you cope? You can’t deliver 27 bags alone..
Granny, I am not doing it alone.. you and mum will help me 😊 I will pay you 😂
How’s Olivia?
She’s fine, she didn’t cry.. she is learning to be calm without you around..
Let me go home and tell mum.. I think we will be the ones to plant, harvest,and fry it.. I will charge her for laborers too.
Don’t be greedy Erica.. hey!come carry your baby, I need to rest a little.
I got a sim, and boom.. I have a new phone 😊
I got to my mums place and told her everything..
I will help you Erica, congratulations..
Your daughter is a blessing in disguise.. I am proud of you..
I made rice, please feed Olivia..you guys can sleep here too..
The next day I called the lady and we agreed to meet,
We met and finalized everything.. she paid in full…
I and my mum harvested the cassava in my dads farm, planted new ones and boom, work began.
We started work.. granny assisted us.. we didn’t sleep for days , we made sure we finished everything..
Finally we were done,, I called her and she came with her car, carried her goods and left.
I gave my mum and granny their share,, tipped my dad..and asked my parents to advice me on the type of business to start immediately..
First of all Erica, give Olivia a treat, buy clothes for ursef so you can look presentable..take care of your daughter first.. then you can get a small shop in the market first, stock it with different items, food stuffs etc….. in no time you’ll be fine..
I got another phone..
I met this guy Peter, he asked me out.. I decided to give relationship another try..
I told my mum about Peter..
Hope you told him about your daughter?
Yea mum, I told him about Olivia..
Do you love him?
No mum, I just want to give love another chance..
Erica, it’s okay..
I and Peter started started our relationship..
Just few weeks, he began to complain..
Erica, you don’t always visit, it’s always about your daughter, you don’t even have time for me, you should learn to leave Olivia for your granny so we can spend the night together…I want to have sex with you..
Peter, I should leave Olivia for my granny cause you want to have sex with me?
Yes Erica, we need to bond, Olivia is a distraction in our relationship, another man’s child trying to spoil everything for me..I should be your priority,.Peter said.
Okay, Peter, you know what? I can’t choose you over my daughter, it’s clear that sex is the reason for all this, I think you should leave.. I am no longer interested….
I should leave Erica?
Please leave.. I should neglect my child for your sake cause she’s not yours… you’re not even serious.. thank God for my life,you came to useless me in the name of love..
You think you will get married with this your attitude,, no am will accept your child. Peter said..
The door is open Peter..
Peter left..