Motherhood ๐๐ Part 9.
It was as though my body was waiting for the pregnancy to be revealed before breaking down. The hormonal changes was overwhelming.
Everyday I wake up nauseous. I can’t even eat without puking. I stopped my husband from using perfumes and body sprays because I found the smell offensive. There’s always a bowl beside me to spit on.
I became really aggressive both verbally and nonverbally. Thank God for my husband who was really patient and understanding. My boys had their own share. My husband had to advise them to stay away from mummy because she can bite ๐คฃ.
I was losing my mind. I couldn’t take care of my home. My husband took an emergency sabbatical leave for a month inorder to assist me in running the home.
The one month leave elapsed so we had to employ a maid. I was against it at first but I had no other choice left.
Through the help of an agent, we were able to get a girl named Cynthia. She just finished secondary school. She wanted to work for a while before furthering her education.
Cynthia is a very hardworking girl. She’s very diligent and dedicated. Before 7am, she has already served breakfast and the kids uniforms ironed. I don’t need to order around before getting things done.
Even when I ask her to rest, she will always find something to do to while away time. I was really pleased with her. Her presence really eased my burden. I was no longer bored at home as I used to.
This made me welcome her with an open hand. I treat her like my own child. I even promised to assist her when she gains admission into the university.
One evening, my husband insisted I follow him to his friends birthday party.
“I don’t have the strength for that. I can barely move around”. I grumbled.
“I don’t like the way you are always indoor. You need to go out. I miss our alone time together. Let’s go out jor”. My husband insisted.
He searched my wardrobe and brought out a gown for me to wear.
I didn’t know when i started laughing.
“There’s no way my big belly can fit into this gown”. I said amidst laughter.
“Get up and get something for yourself naaa. Why are you behaving like this?”. My husband queried.
“Okay Sir. Your wish is my command”. I said and lazily stood up to get ready.
At about 30mins time, we were ready to head out.
“Please watch over the boys. We are heading out”. I said to Cynthia.
“Okay ma”. She said.
My husband and I left the house for the party. We stayed in the party till it was getting really late. I was so tired and drained. Seeing my mood, my husband had to excuse himself from the party.
We drove home. I couldn’t be happier. I missed my bed and my maternity gown mehn! I couldn’t wait to off the clothes i was putting on and my bra.
When we entered the house, Cynthia and Julius were watching a movie in Cynthia’s phone. They were so engrossed in the movie that they didn’t notice our presence.
“What are you guys watching with so much attention?”. I asked innocently.
Immediately she heard my voice, she quickly removed the movie. I found that really suspicious.
“Bring the phone”. I ordered.
“Ehn… Ehn… We were watching cartoons”. Cynthia stammered.
“Let’s see the cartoon”. My husband demanded.
Cynthia started fidgeting. She was obviously shaking.
Seeing how reluctant she was, I snatched the phone from her.
“Open the phone now!!”. I shouted.
She reluctantly opened it. I minimized the phone and saw the movie. My hands began to shake as I opened the movie. I was scared of what I may see.
Lo and behold, it was an adult movie with a lot of sรฉx scenes. I lost my balance and almost fell thanks to my husband who held me firm.
My husband gave Cynthia a very resounding slรฃp.
“How dare you watch that with my child”. My husband asked angrily.
“I am sorry sir. He was the one that.. ”
I gave her another slap as she tried to come up with a flimsy excuse.
My husband beat the hell out of the both of them. Their noise awakened Jude who was fast asleep.
The next morning, Cynthia was sent out of the house.
My husband and I tried to orientate Julius on what he watched and told him it was meant only for married adults and he shouldn’t try it.
That was how I came back to square one. All the house chores fell back on me. Though weak, I tried my best to care for my home the little way I could.
One Sunday afternoon, we were all in the palour having a family time when Julius left for his room. He was alone for a long time.
The dispatch rider delivered the pizza we ordered so I decided to go call Julius to join us in eating the pizza.
Surprisingly, his room door was locked. I knocked. I had to wait for over 3mins before he opened the door.
“What are you doing inside that you even locked the door?”. I asked.
“I was sleeping”. He lied.
I checked his shorts and discovered he had an e******n “.
“Abomination “. I screamed.
To be continued
Judith Onyoyibo
