Marcus can you stop being nosy? It's not everything that you need to know. Emily said rolling her eyes. I'm not nosy. I just like to know what's happening around me. He defended. And what do you call that? Emily asked. It's called being on guard. It's called being careful. Marcus said. For a fourteen year old, u lie through your teeth. It's called not minding your business. Emily said. No, that's not true. He said stomping his foot on the floor. Just admit it. You're a lychee Marcus. Emily said teasingly as Marcus ran to his mum crying. Don't call my son names Emily. Sonia said. Why aunt? I don't see anything wrong with it. We were just joking. No need to take it seriously. After all we're relatives. She said. We aren't relatives. My brother just so happened to marry your aunt. You people can never be my relative. Sonia yelled. So much pent up anger. Then I think you should warn your son to stay out of people's business since we're all living in this house together. Emily stated while smiling. You don't get to tell me what to do. Sonia said. Come on Sonia. You don't have to get worked up over such trivia things. The kids are just having fun. Melody said. You really don't need to speak for me mother. I'm not a child. I'm 21. Emily said not sounding pleased. Shouldn't you be in your husband's house by now? Sonia remarked smirking. Since we're all talking about marriage, for someone who is in her late thirties and has children at the age of 14, should you be speaking to me in that way? Emily said sizing Sonia from her head to her toe. If you don't like your in-laws shouldn't you live on your own rather than staying in this house and depending on my aunt for money? She said feigning disgust. Aren't you ashamed and disgusted with yourself? She further asked as Sonia gasped. How dare you? She asked as she turned to Melody. Teach your daughter manners. She said as her daughter Mary shakes her head. So much drama in this house. She muttered. Shouldn't you be the one teaching your son how to mind his business? Melody asked. Isn't this so lovely? A person entered with a girl by her side. A real family it is with a lot of drama. She said as all eyes turned to them. Sandra, you're here? Cynthia said coming down stairs. Of course sister. I'm here. She said as her daughter smirked. What happened to not ever setting foot into this house again? Sonia said. Well people change and I've learnt that family is everything or I'm I not welcomed here anymore. She said as her daughter scoffed. Of course you are. Melody said smiling as Cynthia nodded. You're always welcomed here dear. Cynthia said as she called the helper. Tony, please take their things inside and show them were they would be staying. Yes ma'am. Tony said taking them. This place hasn't changed much. Sandra's Nelly said as Emily rolled her eyes. A bigger lychee has arrived. She muttered as she left. I wonder when this house would be peaceful and quiet. Melody muttered as she left.
******************************************************Naomi's laughter could be heard through the street as passerby's kept on turning to look at her. Oh my God. You're so funny ardi. I've never has a walk before in my life. She said looking at him. Thanks. This is so refreshing. She added. Is it me or is the situation awkward? Ardi said as naomi laughed. Oh my God ardi! It won't kill you to take a compliment. She said as he rolled his eyes. I can be taking you out on walks if you want. He volunteered as naomi cooed. Look at him trying to be a gentleman. She teased. I take back what I said. Ardi said as naomi held his hands. Please don't. I was only joking. She said stopping at a glass door. What are you doing? He asked. You said I was fat. So I need to check for myself. She said as ardi chuckled. Are you for real? He asked as she didn't respond. He just sighed. I was only kidding. How can you take that seriously? He asked as she looked at him. So I'm beautiful? She asked looking expectant. Not fat but not beautiful. He said not looking at her. You looked away. She teased. Come on. You need to get home. It's late. He said leaving her. Ok. Keep on running, loser. She shouted running to him as she jumped on his back laughing.
******************************************************They walked till they reached were she parked her car. It was fun while it lasted. Naomi stated smiling. Yeah! Surprisingly I enjoyed myself. He smiled back at her as she cocked her head forward. Why? Did you think rich spoilt brats can't be fun? She asked smiling. You know the answer. He responded as they were quiet for some minutes looking elsewhere but themselves. I don't want to go home. Naomi stated breaking the silence. But you have to. Ardi said opening her car door. Goodnight Naomi and drive safely. Nighty night and for the record, I know you're trying to send me away. She said entering her car. Oh, my! Thank God you got the memo. I thought I was going to have to push you inside the car. He said closing the door as they both laughed. Goodnight. He said again as she just nodded turning on the ignition.
******************************************************She came back home to the house being quiet. "Did everyone sleep already?". She asked herself as she was obstructed by her cousin Nelly. Well, well, well. Look who's here? Nelly said weighing Naomi from head to toe. Oh! You're back. Naomi said more like asked as Nelly scoffed. Yeah! We came back this evening. She said looking at her nails as she stared at Naomi. Let's cut to the chase. I'm back and I'll take everything that belongs to you. I'm not holding back. So be prepared. She said glaring as naomi chuckled. What's funny? Nelly asked. You. Naomi said as Nelly became angry. You… as naomi cut her off. Nothing here has ever been yours. You have nothing so you will get nothing. You will just leave empty handed. So my dear cousin, pick a fight which is convenient for you to win. Naomi said as she left. That arrogant bitch. I'll teach her a lesson. Nelly huffed as she left angrily to her room