Gems world is a firm with four branches,two on the mainland in Lagos ,the branch I worked at was on the mainland,Festac and two in different states with the Headquarters on the Island,Ikoyi to be precised.It is one of the top interior decorating and designs firm with lot of awards in Nigeria ,only the top and wealthy people could afford them,we have senators , musicians and other categories of people who chose us ,it also have five star ratings.It has been part of my prayers to get a promotion and move out of my parents home and upon hearing the news ,I was elated my double shifts and prayers paid off.We were given permission to leave work on time as we were no longer considered as workers there,fellow colleagues came around and bade us farewell.
When I got home,I found out that my mum had announced my promotion news to the neighbours,I wasn't even leaving the country and the people who came to congratulate me acted like I'm never coming back,as for my mum ,it felt like she was the one that got the promotion and not me . Matthew and Sarah called to wish me well,Jordan who was at home because of the strike had been grinning like Cheshire cat,of course not senior sister again to shout or boss him around,he owns the house now.My dad even left work on time to celebrate me ,the generator was on throughout the day for well wishers to come and celebrate me .It was indeed a joyous moment for everyone at home.I had to retire to bed early but I didn't forget to thank God for the promotion I got.
The day I left for the Island,I felt relieved,I felt like I had a new call and a new life also,Fresh air.Apart from my family and few friends,I didn't really have much people to miss.My mum helped me out in packing,she also packed few foodstuffs for me,she said she wouldn't want me to become malnourished because of work.The night before I left,I had stayed up arrangimg and separating,even brought out two choices of clothes to wear on the Dday .Jordan stayed up also to assist me.i was going to miss him and even if he doesn't show it,I know he also would miss me.My ex called also,I would never believe he had the guts to call after he cheated on me with his ex.As I left,I wondered how different my life would be,the new distractions and new resolutions,I was changing environment as all my life was based in Festac.My friends had earlier told me about how different Banana island was,about how it was ruled by the influential, wealthy, nouveau roturier and the bourgeoisie."Will I ever fit in",then I shunned myself and said I was going to put aside any bad thoughts to focus on my new life and position.I was going to use this opportunity wisely
Banana island was beautiful,it felt like I was going for a vacation.I faced oppression .I saw people from different walks of life but that wasn't what bothered me.I got jealous of the way the ladies were and practically lusted over every guy I locked eyes with.It wasn't because I was not beautiful,I am beautiful,I am a five foot eight, chocolate skinned and curvy lady.The bus conveying us made different stops to drop,we were not staying together,as They want us to mix with others better.I was the fourth person to be dropped off.
Gems world gave me an apartment in the luxurious Rich springs estate.The apartment I got was occupied by three other ladies.It was exquisite, I don't think I had ever stepped into such a beauty to live in ,it felt like staying in a work of art,the popular Big brother houses could not be compared to this.I had a room to myself and was as wide as a self contained home with a private restroom.The walls were insanely beautiful,as I ran my fingers on the wall I was afraid I would deny the decor.The graphics on the roof,the paintings and the three-dimensional wallpaper were picturesque,and the lighting;it felt like a disco party in my room.It has an air conditioning unit and the window gave a breathtaking view of the estate from one angle.