Though people claimed joy was fleeting, I knew it was a constant a resistance Within me, an unwavering presence that could never truly leave.
Joy, their said was a transient west purpose I knew it was a perpetual melody echoing within me a harmony that could never be silenced.''
Kaida's tranquil demeanor believe the fire that burned within her driving her to do good.her mother's words echoed in mind. What life in you you come out.'lost in thought, kaida was startle by the door bell 's insistent ringing.feeling drained, she delayed answering, but the persistent chime eventually prompted her to rise and face the visitor.
" it's happened to be her friend from work who notices her absence and decided to check on her."hey what's up."sage greeted.
I'm fine "kaida replied''
"You just woke up? what happened? Within this show up to work today without permission ''her friend said, concerned.
" I'm so tired I'm weak My body adies all over as you can see I've been clinging to this bed since morning,kaida explained.
" site we hit that how are you feeling now.' but have you informed Rowan about your absence from work today?her friend asked.
"I'll do that now,''kaida said turning to leave.
"Where are you haeded?''her friend asked.
"Let's go inside the room so I can collapse on the bed.''kaida replied.
"You've been resistance this money but you need to get up.take a shower.and freshen up.come on, let's go out and catch up.her friend sage encourage.''
Kaida want inside the bathroom freshen up, and then they left together.
"Sage and kaida said that to hang out at Holli Hotel, a popular spoit wear people from different places gathered to socialise.sage or that a place of jollof rice and meat.while kaida opted for a glass of drink.kaida was still preoccupied with her mother's thoughts, but tried to shift the conversation to sage.
Are you enjoy yourself? You seen a bit off.'sage asked,
"Yeah, thanks,no, I'm okay, nothing much let me ask you, I am getting old and ugly? kaida asked, changing the subject.
"No, you're getting more beautiful day by day!why do you ask? sage replied.
"It my mum, she's been disturbing me about getting married I get annoying words from her yesterday.it's too much I won't bore you with the details kaida shared.
"Never mind that's how some mother's are, but do you have a boyfriend or any crush? sage asked.
"No,I don't think so? kaida replied.
"What about Luna?I thought you two were lover,or am just assuming?he seem to like you visiting you at work, home, and doing things together with you "sage observed.'
"No we're just friends nothing else, kaida clarified.
"But...(kaida trailed off as Luna approached their table)
"Look, he's coming.'fine men , kaida, you're missing out on something special,"sage said.'
"Hello, beautiful ladies "Luna greeted with a smile.
"Hi ,both women replied in unison .
"Wow enjoyment kaida how are you ''luna asked his eyes locked on hers.
"I'm fine thanks ''luna replied.
"You all are having a great time,I presume? you've been here for a while right ''luna asked.
"Not so long "kaida replied,her voice brief.
" Luna, have a seat."kaida offered,as he joined them and ordered a drink.
The three of them chatted and laughed together, sharing funny jokes and stories,Luna couldn't help but smile at kaida whenever she made a witty remark or playful tease.they were all having such a great time that they lost track of the hours, until kaida glanced at her watch and realised it was already after 10pm.
"We should get going ", kaida said nudging sage."it's getting late "
"Already?sage replied, surprised.time flies when we're having fun!"
"We'll hang out again soon, kaida promise, smiling at luna.'take care and safe travels "
"No problem, take care of your selves, Luna replied, standing up to bid them farewell.'
As they left, Luna watched them until they disappeared from sight,a smile still on his face.
Kaida and sage walked to their car,got in , and drove away from the hotel.as they rode, kaida's mind began to wander, flashing back to the fun times they had with luna.a gentle smile spread across her face, reliving the happy moments.
After a while, sage dropped kaida off at her house.goodnight,kaida .' see you later!"sage called out, waving goodbye.
Shema smile, waved back, and stepped out of the car"thanks for the ride, sage! see you soon!"she watched as sage drove away,then turned to head into her house, still lost in thought, replaying the evening's events.