Chapter 49 & 50 : Love you too
“What are you guys doing, are you for real?” Amara said shockingly.
“Yes, we know that we have treat you badly so please find a place in your heart to forgive us.” Rose said.
“Well, it’s okay. Am really happy you guys changed.” Amara said and smiled before leaving.
“Kate, how did you know that I want to apologise.” Rose said.
“Actually, I have been having some bad times, so I thought I really want to make peace with everyone cause I will be traveling next week.” Kate said.
“Traveling, why.” Rose asked.
“Actually, my parents are asking me to go join my aunt and uncle in Switzerland.” Kate said.
“I will really miss you.” Rose said and she hug her.
√Maxwell Mansion√
Mr and Mrs Maxwell had summoned the three children to have some discussion with them. They’re finally seated in the living room.
“I called you all because I want to tell you something important.” Mr Maxwell said.
“About what Dad?” Alice asked.
“Jemimah, I know you must be thinking that it’s family matter, well since you have been staying here for some months now I really hope you are a family member now.” He said and Jemimah nodded before looking at Jackson’s face.
“Yes sir, am glad to hear that.” Jemimah responded.
“My brother which is your uncle will be coming home a day after tomorrow, and you know how strict he is. So all I want to inform you is that you should know how you will behave yourself.” He said.
“It’s will be more better for us to inform you about it now especially because of Jemimah, so you guys should know how you will behave yourself.”. Mrs Maxwell added.
“Alright, are we done.” Jackson said.
“Yes.” Mrs Maxwell said.
“Jemimah, I need you in my room now.” Jackso said before going to his room.
“I will get going now.” Jemimah said before she went after him.
When she got to his room, she didn’t even bother to knock. Immediately, Jackson pulled her to his arm.
“Jackson, what.. what are you doing, what if someone enters.” Jemimah said.
“I don’t care, but what’s on my mind now is something disturbing.” Jackson said which got her serious.
“What’s that, is it our relationship?” Jemimah said.
“Well, my uncle coming now is somehow a problem, cause he believes in arranged marriage and he will want to find a girl for me.” Jackson said.
“What, are we going to stop our relationship then.” Jemimah said pouting.
“No, we will try to fix it.” Jackson said and she nodded.
“Next week is my birthday actually.” Jackson said.
“Wow, I can’t wait.” Jemimah said happily.
“Then you should prepare for my gift then.” Jackson said holding her waist.
“Hmm let’s see, now let’s me get going please.” Jemimah said tried to release herself.
“Okay since you are leaving.” Jackson said.
“Wow, didn’t know you are such a cutie, love you bye.” Jemimah said and ran out.
“Love you too.” He said smiling.
“Wow, she got me smiling.” Jackson thought before laying on his bed with a smile still on his face.
√ Amusement park√
“Why did you call me here Alex.” Lucy said.
“Just wanted to hang out with you, I don’t want to be a boring boyfriend.” Alex said.
“Hmmm, but am really scared of this. When I was little, my parents took me to a amusement park and you have to see how scared I was, I was really shouting on top of my voice saying’ mom put me down put me down’. Lucy said only to find Alex already laughing.
“What’s funny, you are making jest of me right?” Lucy said pouting.
” Okay okay, am sorry but it’s really funny.” Alex said before smiling.
“You are still laughing.” Lucy said.
“No am not, common let’s go I will teach you how you won’t be scared again.” Alex said before dragging her.
“No no Alex, stop.” Lucy said but it’s seems she was talking to herself cause Alex had paid for the ride and ready to get on it.
After a successful ride with Lucy really enjoying it, they got down from it.
“Wow, didn’t know it’s was this fun.” Lucy said smiling.
“You just have to have someone to depend on, and I am here for you babe.” Alex said.
“Thank you, am really hungry now.” Lucy said.
“Let’s go to a restaurant then, can’t let my babe be hungry. Let’s go.” Alex said.
“Thank you.” Lucy said.
“You’re welcome.” He said as he bowed.
√ Rodriguez mansion√
Rose was with Ellis in his room, they were just discussing with their parents before they left the room for them.
“Brother, I want to ask you something.” Rose said.
“What?”
“You do know that Amara loves you right?” Rose said.
“Yes, I do but I don’t know what my response should be.” Ellis said.
“Common bro, Amara is a good girl really, just try her and see.” Rose said.
“Hmmmmm, but you have accept what I want to tell you too.” Ellis said which got Rose scrunching her brows.
“What’s that?” Rose asked.
“There is a one of my friend who’s interested in you please will you meet him once too?” Ellis said.
“Okay for your sake.” Rose said.
“Okay, thanks.” Ellis said.
“So should I call Amara over?” Rose asked.
“Sure.” Ellis said.
“Okay.” She said as she called her over the phone.
Not too long, Amara arrived at their place, she greeted their parents before they direct her to the room.
“Can I come in?” Amara asked as she knocked.
“Sure.” Rose answered.
“Why did you call me here?” Amara asked.
“Ellis have something important to say to you.” Rose said before leaving the room.
“Ellis, what….”
I want to say to you that…”
“If it’s about that day, then am sorry I shouldn’t have said it, am…”
“I love you too Amara.”
“What.”
“Yes, I love you.” Ellis said.
Chapter 51 & 52 : Birthday party
“What are you saying.” Amara asked.
“It’s the truth Amara, have chosen you now.” Ellis said.
“Listen, you don’t have to say this if it’s not from your heart, I know I shouldn’t have said it that day. Don’t feel any pity for me.” Amara said.
“No no, it’s from the bottom of my heart. Please trust me.” Ellis tried to convince.
“No.” Amara said and tried to walk off when Ellis held her hand.
“Why aren’t you believing me huh?” Ellis said.
“Because I don’t know how you were able to get over Jemimah so quick, I mean you really loved her so I don’t expect you to love me now.” Amara said.
“I have gotten over her Amara, Please trust me. I really do love you because I have notice you now so please trust me.” Ellis said but he didn’t passed in convincing her instead she released herself from him and ran off.
“Don’t worry brother, she will come around.” Rose said as soon as she walked in and patted his shoulder.
√ Next week~ Maxwell college√
Jackson, Jemimah, Alex, Lucy and Rose were sitted in the cafeteria, they were waiting for the waiter to serve them.
“Am really hungry, why isn’t he attending to us. After a long lecture today, please be fast too.” Jemimah said.
“Calm down foodie.” Lucy said.
“Whatever.” Jemimah said and rolled her eyes.
“Can’t believe we’re all seated here together, am really happy to see us this way.” Lucy said.
“Yes same here, I want to use this opportunity to ask for forgiveness again from you guys.” Rose said.
“It’s okay, it’s in the past now. Forget about it.” Jemimah said before the waiter arrived with their food, Jemimah immediately Munch on the food.
“Guys, next week is my birthday and guess the saddest and annoying part.” Jackson finally spoke up.
“Do you want to celebrate your birthday?” Alex asked worriedly.
“Yes since I have been cured now and I have this cute angel by my side, have got nothing to worry about. You know I couldn’t hug or touch my sister and Mom, so it wasn’t interesting at all. That’s was why I stopped celebrating it, but I will now that my cutie is here.” Jackson said and Jemimah blushed.
“Hmm okay.” Alex said.
“So what’s the saddest and annoying part?” Rose asked.
“Uncle Adrian is coming!” Jackson said.
“What, uncle Adrian?” Alex asked surprisingly.
“Yes.” Jackson replied.
“Wow can’t wait to see him.” Rose said.
“Really, I don’t blame you because you are his favorite and he really fancy since you are the daughter brother’s friend.” Jackson said.
“Well, do you remember the time that what was supposed to be given to you, was given to me and Alice instead. It’s was really interesting seeing you complain back then, so funny.” Rose said.
“Okay now, it’s okay change of topic.” Jemimah said.
“Hmm hmm, someone is jealous.” Alex and Lucy said at the same time and they all laughed.
They were interrupted by Ellis who came drag Rose away telling her that she needs to see someone important.
“What happened brother?” Rose said upon reaching the music room.
“A person crushing on you is here to see you, actually he is my friend so do well and act nice.” Ellis said and Rose nodded before entering the room.
“Hi.” The boy said.
“Hello, am Rose.” She said and stretched her hand for a handshake.
“Am Peter.” Peter ( the boy) said and received the handshake.
“So can we know each other more?” Peter said.
“Sure but am somehow busy now so some other time, am sorry.” Rose said.
“Okay no problem, can I have your contact then.” Peter said.
“Sure.” Rose said and she gave her contact.
Rose came outside and saw her friends at the college gate ready to go, she quickly went to join them and they went home.
√Maxwell school√
Adam and Alice were ready to go home when they sighted Olivia looking their way. They made to go talk to her.
“Hi Olivia.” Alice greeted but Olivia just hissed and walk out on them.
“Why is she like this, seems it’s going to be tough trying to convince her.” Adam said.
“Yes but we won’t give up.” Alice said.
“Sure.” Adam said.
“Uhmm, am inviting you to my brother’s birthday next week, though I don’t know if he wants to celebrate it cause he doesn’t celebrate his birthday but if he is going to celebrate it, I will inform you.” Alice said.
“Okay no problem.” Adam said.
“Let’s go.” Alice said.
√ Next week ~ D-Day before Jackson’s birthday√
Jackson was waiting for his dad to come back from work when he saw Jemimah coming downstairs.
“Why are you still up?” Jemimah asked.
“Waiting for Dad, I want to tell him something.” Jackson said.
“Okay, am going to bed now goodnight.” Jemimah said.
“What that’s, that not the way to say goodnight.” Jackson said.
“Then how.” Jemimah said.
“Like this.” Jackson said while touching his lips.
“I don’t understand.” Jemimah said.
“Kiss me.” Jackson said.
“Okay, close your eyes.” Jemimah said.
Jackson closed his eyes but he only felt a peck on his check and opened his eyes.
“I didn’t say Peck, I mean a kiss. So do it.” Jackson said.
Jackson was expecting it with his eyes closed when he heard her laughing.
“You cheater, what are you doing there.” Jackson said.
“I will kiss you when it’s time but for now take this.” Jemimah said and she blew him a kiss and smiled.
“Hmm okay then.” Jackson said.
“Good night sweetie, love you.” Jemimah said and went upstairs.
“Love you too cutie.” Jackson said before smiling.
Just then, Mr Maxwell walked in and Jackson walked up to him.
“Welcome Dad, I want to ask a question.” Jackson said.
“What that.” Mr Maxwell said.
“When is uncle arriving.” Jackson said.
“Tomorrow.” Mr Maxwell said.
“Tomorrow! Okay good night.” Jackson said.
√ The next day~ Birthday party√
They decorated the house beautifully, and the guests started coming in. They danced and did some games. The guests weren’t really much, just some relatives and friends.
It’s was time to cut the cake now after all the fun they have had.
“Let’s call the name Jackson and cut the cake, let’s go.”
“J..A…”
“Are you going to cut the cake without me then.”
They heard someone say and they all turned to the direction. Jackson eyes widened at what he saw, Mr Maxwell seems to be happy to see the person.
“Welcome Adrian.” Mr Maxwell said walking towards him.
“Uncle Adrian?.” Jackson and Jemimah said before looking at each other surprisingly.
Chapter 53 & 54 : A girl for him
“How have you been brother?” Adrian asked as he hug his brother.
“Am good, welcome back.” Mr Maxwell said.
Mrs Maxwell came to their and greet him also. Adrian Walk over to where Jackson and Jemimah is.
“Jackson my boy, you’re such a grown up. Have really missed you.” Adrian said and hug him.
“Same here uncle.” Jackson said.
“Where’s Alice.” Adrian asked.
“Am here uncle.” Alice said and ran to him, they hugged each other.
“Wow, Alice how are you. How is your studies.” Adrian said.
“They’re all going well, thanks.” Alice said.
“So today is my boy’s birthday, so why is it so boring huh?” Adrian said.
“We were about to cut the cake after we can play some music.” Mr Maxwell said.
“That’s a very good idea, let’s cut the cake.” Adrian said.
They cut the cake on pronouncing Jackson’s name and they fed each other the day.
“Uncle, I want to introduce someone to you.” Jackson said.
“Who is that?”
“Meet Jemimah Jubel, she is my personal maid. She’s been like a family now to us.” Jackson said.
“Personal maid? Thought you have a phobia.” Adrian said.
“Actually it’s gone all thanks to her. She cured me uncle.” Jackson said.
“She cured you? How is that possible.” Adrian asked.
“I don’t know how but it’s gone.” Jackson said.
“Hmm but she resembles someone I have seen before.” Adrian said.
“No brother, I also thought have seen her before but unfortunately I can’t remember.” Mr Maxwell said.
“Hmm okay, thanks anyway.” Adrian said.
“You are welcome sir, nice to meet you.” Jemimah said and she smiled.
“Let’s go play some games now.” Adrian said.
They played some games and danced as well, Jackson and Jemimah friends came as well.
Ellis saw Amara going towards the restroom and he followed her.
“Amara.”
“What are you doing here Ellis?” Amara said.
“I.. I want to talk to you please listen to me.” Ellis said.
“What’s that, don’t tell me it’s about that…”
“It is, is about it. Why aren’t you giving me a chance. Please stop driving me crazy and show me love.” Ellis said.
“It.. it not that I don’t love you but.. just stop making me feel guilty.” Amara said and Ellis smiled.
“So is that a yes?” Ellis asked.
“Yes.” Amara said and they hugged.
√ Jackson’s room√
“Jackson don’t you think that we have to tell them the truth.” Jemimah said.
“Yes but definitely not now at least.” Jackson said.
“Hmm but when will that be.” Jemimah said pouting.
“My cutie, we just have to wait for some times. Please give me some times.” Jackson said and she nodded.
“Okay.”
Rose was on one of the chairs sitted there before Peter came to meet her.
“Hi.” Peter said.
“Hello.”
“Hope you are enjoying yourself.” Peter asked.
“Yes I am.” Rose said.
“So, I really have a small confession to make.” Peter said and Rose looked at him.
“You look beautiful today.” Peter and Rose couldn’t help but to smile.
“Thank you , you look Handsome too.” Rose said.
“Thanks.” Peter said before they started having their discussion which got Rose smiling.
After when the party is finished, everyone had a lot of fun so they were tired before going to their various Houses.
Jemimah came outside to do the cleaning when she saw Adrian.
“Uncle, why are you still up.” Jemimah said.
“About to go in, any problem.” Adrian asked.
“No not all.” Jemimah said startling her.
“Good now continue what you are doing.” Adrian said.
“Good night sir.” Jemimah said but he didn’t bother to answer.
“He is somehow weird.” Jemimah muttered.
√ The next day~Maxwell mansion√
Jackson and Jemimah were about to go to college after greeting their family before Adrian stop them.
“Jackson, I have something to say.” Adrian said.
“Okay uncle What’s that.” Jackson asked.
“Listen, I know you are no more a child and I also know that you don’t want any girl in your life this moment but that’s going to stop.” Adrian said.
“Huh, why.” Jackson said before looking at Jemimah.
“You have to meet a girl that I have for you, you need to meet her and both of you need to get along.” Adrian said.
” No uncle, I..”
“No excuse, the girl is coming over today. She will be going to your college henceforth. Her name is Stephanie.” Adrian said not too long before hearing someone’s voice.
“Hi Uncle.” Stephanie said.
“Welcome dear.”
“Hi.. Jackson nice to meet you.” Stephanie said as she hugged him.
“She is the girl for you, beautiful isn’t it.” Adrian said.
” Girl for him.” Jemimah said inwardly.
Chapter 55 & 56 : Studying at the college
“But uncle Adrian, I don’t need any girl now.” Jackson said.
“Both of you just have to know each other more and trust me she is a good girl.” Adrian said.
“Uncle….”
“Stop now okay, are you going to disobey me now.” Adrian said.
“Am sorry.” Jackson apologized.
“Wow, you have really changed. Before you used to Walk out when you are angry, am really impressed.” Adrian said and Jackson just faked a smile.
“Let’s just get going.” Jemimah whispered to Jackson.
“Oh Jackson, I can’t wait to know more about you and mingle with you.” Stephanie said as she hugged him. Jemimah eyes widened.
“How dare she.” Jemimah said inwardly.
“It’s okay, uncle we are going to college now.” Jackson said and released himself from the hug.
“Bye handsome.” Stephanie said.
“Handsome?” Jemimah thought.
“Bye everyone.” Jackson said before going towards the door.
“Bye.” Jemimah said too and she followed.
√ Maxwell college√
Jemimah and Jackson entered the class as a lecturer followed suite.
“Morning class.” The lecturer said.
“Morning ma.” They chorused.
“Before we start today’s work, I have to tell you all something important.” The lecturer paused to see their reaction, he continued again.
“As you all know that the first semester is almost ending, so you all have to buckle up and reset your schedule.” She said.
“Okay ma.” The students chorused.
“Okay, let’s continue today’s work.” The lecturer continued.
√ Maxwell School√
Adam and Alice were in the cafeteria. They were discussing which got them smiling, they were so engrossed in their discussion that they didn’t notice people glaring at them.
Alice heard most of them talking.
👥: Wow, such a friend
👥: After which she had betrayed her friend.
👥: She knows her friend likes him till she still hang out with him.
👥: So shameless.
Adam got angry at those words and he stood up and walk over to them.
“Hi gossipers, I really do think that you guys don’t have anything doing cause if you have you wouldn’t be here gossiping about something that doesn’t concern you. Well let me burst your bubble, I don’t even like Olivia. It is her that I like so I really don’t give a fuck about what y’all saying. What we have for each other is called True love.” Adam said to them.
“And one more thing, the next time you talk or insult her that way, you all are going to regret. So you all should just back off and find something interesting to do.” Haven said that, he grabbed Alice’s hand and walk out of the cafeteria.
👥: Wow, I really love that.
👥: It is true love truly.
👥: As for me I love them together.
When they got outside, Alice stopped.
“Why, why did you have to say all that just for me.” Alice said with tears already forming in her eyes.
” Why won’t I. I won’t tolerate anyone talking to you like that love. It is you or no one else, I don’t care what they’re all saying as long as you are with me.” Adam said and Alice pulled him into a hug.
“Thank you.” Alice said already crying.
“Stop now okay, it’s hurt seeing you this way.” Adam said and she released herself from the hug.
“Thanks.” Alice said.
“It’s okay now smile for me please please .” Adam said and she smiled.
√ Maxwell college√
Jemimah and Lucy went to one of the hall and they were surprised to see the Hall.
“Wow, this is nice. Never been here though.”. Lucy said.
“Yeah, it’s nice.” Jemimah said.
“Seems I will start coming here quite often.” Lucy said.
“Same, umm… I have something to tell you.” Jemimah said and Lucy faced her.
“Uncle Adrian brought a girl for Jackson, and am really Disturbed about that.”
“What, a girl for him. Haven’t you tell them about your relationship.” Lucy said.
“No not yet, he told me to give him some times.” Jemimah said.
“Hmm it better it’s not too late.” Lucy said.
“Pray so too.” Jemimah said.
“Common, am hungry let’s go eat.”
√ Library√
“What! A girl for you.” Alex said after Jackson told him about it.
“Yes, her name is Stephanie.” Jackson said.
“You guys really have to tell them about you guys relationship.” Alex said.
“Yea, I think I will have to tell them now.” Jackson said.
“I pray everything goes well.” Alex said.
√ Rodriguez mansion√
Rose had not been feeling too well so she didn’t go to college. She was in her room when she heard the ringing of the door bell.
She managed to go and opened the door, she was shocked by the person standing right there.
“You! What are you doing here.” Rose managed to say.
“Hi, I came to visit you, hope you don’t mind?” Peter said.
“No of course not, come in.” Rose said.
“Nice house.”
“Thanks.”
“So how are you feeling now.” Peter asked.
“Much better but how do you know.” Rose said.
“Ellis told me, he asked me to come keep you company.” Peter said
“What, Ellis am going to kill you.” Rose said inwardly.
“Let me get you something.” Rose said.
“No nevermind, just rest I will goT.b.V.” Peter said and she nodded.
Soon they discussed and Rose actually felt much better by his presence.
√Maxwell mansion√
Jemimah, Jackson and Alice arrived home and they met the whole member in the sitting room.
“Welcome, welcome. Have been waiting for you.” Adrian said.
“Why.” Jackson said.
“I want to inform you that Stephanie will be attending your college tomorrow.”
“What.” They ( Jemimah, Jackson and Alice) said.