The Pawn_Athan Ayo.
Tega's vocal expression of disappointment was the first Richard had heard from him. His stinging words fell on his ears like an ember on a leaf--it burnt with reckless abandon. The silence that gripped the atmosphere did not only make Richard's excruciating reaction obvious, but also the palpitating heartbeat of Jenny who panicked helplessly. And amidst it all was George who would not stop gloating about the victory in his ploy.
''So, I learnt of your shenanigans with Jennifer. Is this how take advantage of my recruits?'' Tega pressed on, more bluntly, ''and you don't feel ashamed or afraid of the consequence?''
Tega's voice was the sole sound that prevailed the atmosphere, even as the serene environs paved a conducive rush of air for his voice to gather momentum.
