Must Read: Mariana Episode 10

Ten

 

But first I have to inform Pablo that there is a change of plan.

 

I tried calling but he was wasn’t picking.

 

I called again but he didn’t pick.

 

This is unusual.

 

I signed and trekked to the roadside for a cab.

 

” Excuse me Miss”

 

I turned and It was a man, he was dressed in a neatly ironed uniform.

 

“How may I help?” I asked

 

“I’m your new personal driver assigned by Mr Dominguez.” He explained.

 

May I see your credentials. Your identity card or any thing that shows that you were really sent by Mr Dominguez?”.

 

“Sure” he walked to a jet black Lamborghini which was parked in front of me. I didn’t observe that much. I don’t really know much about cars but this car really look glamorous.

 

I have to call Pablo again. I don’t understand anything. I thought.

 

I hope his discussion with his mum goes well.

 

He came back and gave me his phone,” sir told me to show you this in case you don’t believe”. He said and tapped the phone and immediately Pablo’s image and voice displayed.

 

Hi, gorgeous I know you won’t believe him so I decided to do this. He is at your service you don’t have to worry… See you later bye”

 

That’s all I needed.

 

I handed the phone back to him and entered the car.

 

“Home?” He asked.

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“Nope. East Lane”.

 

The ride was quiet throughout. Well is not like I have something to discuss with him.

 

I stole a glance at him. He was humming a familiar tune. His features were sharp and chiseled.

 

He looked good in his long sleeved shirt which was neatly tucked into her black trouser. He looked young for this job. Last time I checked , no young guy will like to be someone’s driver.

 

I think he has a good reason for deciding to do this work.

 

“Thank you”. I said as he opened the door for me to alight at Amy’s driveway.

 

I walked over to her door about to knock but stopped. I felt uneasy. It’s as if someone was watching me. My every move.

 

I turned, and the chauffeur was still there, staring at me. He smiled gently when my eyes met his.

 

He looked decent and innocent for what I’m thinking right now.

 

I returned the smile awkwardly.

 

But why is he still here?

 

I walked back to where he stood.

 

“Erm..you can go. I don’t think I will be leaving here soon” I reasoned.

 

No Ma’am. I’m ask to stay and take you to wherever you will wish to go.” He replied.

 

“Okay, how about you hung around somewhere and after I’m done I call you”. I suggested.

 

“Not bad. But I don’t have your number” he replied shyly.

 

Here” I gave him my card. “Thanks”

 

“Welcome” I walked back to the door and this time around, I brought out my key.

 

Just like she also have my house key, I also have hers.

 

I slipped the key in the keyhole and twirled it around but it didn’t move.

 

Okay this means it’s locked inside and also means Amy is around.

 

I knocked slightly. And it opened instantly. Is she expecting someone?

 

She didn’t look surprised.

 

“I knew you will come. Besides that, I saw you in my security camera” she stated and paved way for me to get inside.

 

She closed the door and walked a distance from me.

 

Her back was facing me.

 

I actually came to apologise for what happened the previous night. I just want to set things right. And of course. The good news. She might be mad at me but she will skin me alive if I dare hide this from her.

 

I walked closer to her and turned her to face me.

 

I cupped her face with both hands and studied her face. Her eyes are glued to the floor. Her ocean blue eyes had had black bugs around them. It seems she didn’t have enough sleep last night. Her platinum blonde hair which I was so fond of was a mess.

 

“Look at me, Amy” I spoke calmly.

 

She didn’t look, instead she removed my hands from her face.

 

 

“Amy, I’m deeply sorry for what happened last night I didn’t mean to hurt you.

 

Trust me I didn’t want to do any of those things at all but, look I’m very sorry… please forgive me I promise to make it up to you. Tell me what to do and I will do it without a second thought….”

 

Just Keep it shut, Anna! You can at least do that for me. Can’t you?” She yelled turning to face me.

 

“Amy…I ..”

 

“Not a word from you again!” She cut me off.

 

I took a step forward.

 

“No. Stay. Don’t come near me.” She said going back.

 

“Why do you choose to taunt me this way, Anna?” She asked and drop sluggishly to the floor.

 

I looked at her in confusion.

 

“Don’t let me feel bad than I already am. Don’t make this hard for me please.” ” She pleaded with eyes glistening with tears.

 

You shouldn’t be doing this, rather I should. I’ve been a horrible friend all this time. Despite everything you went through because of Jude, I still trusted him over you, Ignored all your advices and didn’t believe anything you told me about him.

 

Why didn’t you show me those evidences before?

 

Why did you choose to waste your breath to advise me?

 

And when he went to the extreme, I still believed him. I didn’t think about what you were going through. I was so self-centered.

 

The worst part is even after showing those evidences, a little part of me still hoped that it wasn’t true and even if it was true, he had changed by now.

 

But no.

 

I was wrong once again.

 

When I heard you scream my name that night I didn’t come to check on you. It was this morning that I checked my camera and i..I saw…”

 

I went over and hugged her tightly. Is true I did went through hell with Jude. But a crying Amy is sure not a sight I will wish to behold.

 

“Anna I’m so sorry” she sobbed.

 

“Shss. It’s okay. Is not your fault that Jude is a jerk and a pervert. You’ve done nothing wrong.” I withdraw from the hug and wiped her tears,” Is not your fault huh.stop blaming yourself for this okay” I consoled her.

 

“Does that mean I’m forgiven?” She asked hopefully.

 

“Nope.” I stood with hands akimbo.” Why should I ?” I feigned annoyance.

 

Her face fell instantly.”is okay. I shouldn’t have asked anyway” she whispered.

 

I looked at her tear–stained cheeks and the way her red lips form a pout each time she spoke and I couldn’t help but giggle quietly.

 

She looked like a whining pregnant woman.

 

I struggled as I tried to stifle my laughter. But then a giggle escaped from my lips again.

 

She looked at me instantly with those puffy eyes, “What?”

 

“Nothing” I said and bursted into laughter.

 

 

Then she started crying again ” Do I look that pathetic?” She asked.

 

 

“Hey, c’mon! Don’t be silly. Why should I forgive you if there is nothing to be forgiven for?” I asked throwing my arms about.

 

 

“But you got angry just now when I asked for your forgiveness?. You’re impossible!. You just gave me a heart attack.” She said placing her hands on her chest dramatically.

 

“I did remember telling you that I will take revenge for that stupid stunt you pulled at my house the other time. Remember?”

 

“You did?” She asked.

 

I nodded.

 

She squinted her eyes slightly and used her index finger to tap her head lightly as if she was trying to remember then suddenly, her eyes lit up, ” Unbelievable!” She exclaimed and aimed for me.

 

I took to my heels laughing all the way.

 

She run behind throwing whatever light object she could find my way.

 

I run through the hallway and climbed the stairs to her bedroom. I looked back and she was relatively close.

 

 

 

I entered quickly about to close it but she pushed the door so hard that it had me stumbling backwards till I landed on something soft. Before I realize, a heavy body landed on me.

 

We both rolled together on the bed, each a laughing mess.

 

I could be anything with Amy. She is everything I can ever asked for in a friend.

 

TBC…..

 

Thanks for waiting patiently…I’m grateful.

 

Thanks for reading.

 

 

MARIANA

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