“Arrghh, can I get a break”, Lily says as her phone rings. She needed a break, looking at the screen it was Mama, at least she could complain to her.“Hello mama,” Lily greeted her mum, but the grave silence just revealed that something was wrong.“Ma, are you okay? Should I come over there?”“Lily, your brother is sick. Philip is sick, I don’t think it’s good. The doctor said he would run some tests to find out what exactly is wrong”“Mama, I’m coming over”. Lily replied with a scared voice.“You have work tomorrow, don’t you?” Her mama asked.Lily couldn’t mention that Mr Damson had asked her to leave and that she might have potentially left her job.“Yes, mama. Is he good Phillip? Can we FaceTime? I’m still worried.”“Oh, yes we can, he’s asleep now, once he’s awake I’ll let you know.”“Alright, ma.”The call ends and puts Lily in confusion and jeopardy of not understanding what to do. She could not let Mama worry about her job, she also could not let her know everything that had h
DAMSONHe could hear his phone ring in the room as he was taking his evening bath. He sunk deeper into the warm hot tub as he needed to relieve some tension off his shoulders and he could not be bothered by a ringing phone. Whoever it was would have to wait till he was chanced to get it. He caught himself dozing off and reluctantly pulled himself up and stepped out of the tub, he reached for his towel and dabbed his body with it. After he ensured that he was dry, he went into his room and put on a lightweight material tee and shorts as he was going down to have dinner next. He picked up his phone from the table and saw the missed call was from Maggie. He assumed she was calling him for dinner but on further thought, she never called him so why would she start now? He put the phone in his pocket as he thought he would see her downstairs at dinner. Settling at the table, the chef came and dished out his meal. It was a three-course meal but he wasn't feeling too hungry so he instructed
FAMILIARIZATIONLILY’S POVThe conversation with Mr. Damson had ended abruptly as Lily hurriedly hushed her goodbyes and went out to meet Fin.Lily and Fin had gone to a nearby restaurant, Fin had mentioned that it was to make her comfortable and she was happy to have another positive energy outside of Mr.Damson’s daily scrutiny of anything and everything she had done.Breaking the ice after finding the right spot, Fin had asked with concern on his face. “Are you good? I suspect not. You sounded so desperate to get the job back” “Yes, I did. Something personal came up and I had no other option than to reach out. Getting a new job would take a long time too.”, Lily explained as briefly as she could.“Would you like to share?” Fin asked persistently to know why.“My mama called me about my brother’s health and I think it's wise to keep my job to help with whatever finances might arise”. Lily had unconsciously blurted out what exactly bothered her.“Your brother? What's wrong?”“We sti
LILY Lily's alarm rings loud as she struggles to get out of bed. The life of being a student hasn't been easy on her but she can't give up. Mr Holland has done quite a lot for her by sponsoring her school fees. At least she wouldn't have to deal with school loans after graduation. "Bless that man", she said aloud. Walking into the bathroom, she took her brush from its holder and pressed the paste, scrubbing her teeth, she couldn't stop smiling. Graduation was in two weeks. She and Justin were finally graduating. Her grin continues to widen as her heart beats fast thinking about Justin. Lily has had a crush on her best friend, Justin since she resumed as a freshman. She had met Justin while she was in search of a decent club to join for better grades and their friendship blew up from there. Lily's alarm rings once again, guessing it's almost time to leave for school. A quick glimpse she notices she has a few minutes left before her bus arrives, so she proceeds to take a shower.
DAMSONWith a quick glimpse at his reflection in the mirror, he looked downright distraught and pathetic. The tears he had tried to hold back at the hospital were forcing their way through.Fatherless, distressed and burdened wasn't how he expected to end his day. The call from Molly informing him of his father suffering a heart attack had flipped his world over. Staring at the chandelier in his room while lying on his back, he recollected the happenings of the seemingly normal day he was having before his phone rang.***It was a new week, he stretched in a disgruntled manner as he pulled the covers off of him and turned over on his side to put off his blaring alarm. It was 4:30 a.m. on a Monday. One would think he would be used to this lifestyle by now, getting up quite early to complete his morning routine of a few exercises and general body care before heading out at exactly 7:00 a.m.His black sedan arrives at the headquarters of the family firm by 7:15 a.m. and he sits at his ta
DAMSONThe expansive mansion was a stunning sight to behold. It had towering columns, long winding staircases and fountains that lay vast across the lawn. Running up the stairs, he entered his father’s room and saw him lying on the sheets looking so calm. Mr Holland was a powerful man with a heavy build. Sharp jaws and piercing eyes which he passed on to his only son, Damson. Seeing him lying helplessly like that cut at his heart. He wasn't ready for this. Since he wasn't the closest person to his father, death was the last thing he wished him. He could hear the ambulance from a distance. His father would be moved to the family’s hospital to get more hands-on deck in a bid to save his life.In the corner was Molly shaking and crying. He understood her plight. Mr Holland has been responsible for her and her family’s upkeep since he was born. He didn't stay home for long so he wasn't familiar with either her or her kids. Their family doctor was on the phone as he awaited and received f
Lily’s POV “He’s gone? Mr.Holland is gone? No, it can’t be.” She screamed as she held her Mama by her shoulders. The doctor coming out to drop the news sent every negative sensation to Lily's body. Damson had left immediately, she was pretty sure he couldn’t handle breaking down with his reputation but she couldn’t hold it in. Her mother was now taking over the consoling she should be doing that instead but she couldn’t. Her mother understood what it meant to lose another figure in her life. She knew it wasn’t going to be the same for her Mama too. She paused her tears, turning to her Mama and giving her a big hug. “ Mama, it hurts. I miss him already. I can’t think of how you feel, you’ve known him for over 25 years”. She had said to her mother. Molly breaks down in tears in her daughter's arms, unable to say anything. “ Mama, don’t cry I trust Mr. Holland, he’ll watch over us all”, Lily had said to console her mother. She hadn't accepted he was dead yet but she knew she ha
Lily’s POV“ You have been selected for an interview, slated 8 days after you receive this mail.” Lily couldn’t believe her eyes. She has been selected for the interview. At least a little excitement in her life would help her out of her dilemma. She would get back to them after the burial. She finally finds a boost to sleep since has wandered around her emotions for some hours, switching off the lights, it was bedtime for Lily.Her phone rings, quite early in the morning, grumbling she picks up her phone, it is her mama. “ Hello Lily”, there was no nickname this time, Lily it must have been serious.“ Hello Mama, is everything okay?” She has asked.“Everything is fine, you might just have to clear your schedule today” Her mama had said.“Why what’s with the urgency? I have plans to meet Justin today”“Today is the will reading and the lawyer has requested we all be there including you.” Her mama responded.“Me? What do I have to do with it? Mama”, Lily had responded confused“ You