*EPISODE 11*
(THE GIRLS CLUB)
Back at Lawrence’s house that morning, Lawrence was walking restlessly from one end of the sitting room to another when madam Flora opened the door and walked in.
“Any good news yet?.” She asked as soon as she sighted Lawrence.
“Not at all mom. This girl has never slept outside no matter what I did to her. It’s strange that she ignored all my calls and disappeared just like that. We were even supposed to have a photo shoot yesterday.” Lawrence complained.
Without saying a word, madam Flora gave Lawrence a dirty slap.
“How dare you? I gave you that child hoping that she would help you fix your ugly habits of molesting, raping and drugging women but you turned her into a punching bag instead. Lawrence what in God’s name have I not done to make you change from your bad ways? Why do you keep breaking my heart? I had to lie to her that I sold her to you whereas, she didn’t know that I wanted to use her to change you. I thought that being with an innocent 18 years old girl would make my son to start having feelings for girls. I thought she would help you gain remorse and pity towards women but hell no. You still went ahead to molest her with every little chance you had. Do you know that she came to me yesterday looking all broken and defenseless?. Lawrence She wanted to back out. She literally blames me for everything. And honestly speaking, I felt guilty after she left my house in a hurry. Only God knows what must have happened to her. What if she has gone to the police to reveal the truth?.” Madam Flora asked worriedly.
“No mom she won’t speak out because I have total control over her. And besides, I know every of her weaknesses. She won’t even think of trying anything stupid because of her sisters.” Lawrence said confidently.
“I just hope so Lawrence cause I wouldn’t want you to ruin all my hardworks. I just don’t understand why you won’t change. Tell me the truth. Have you no atom of feelings for Philomena? I mean, you’ve been with her for five good years already. Don’t she interest you in anyway?.” Madam Flora asked curioused.
“Mom you know very well that I’m still into guys. All these years you’ve been making me have sex with different girls but that has never in anyway changed my desire for men. I still prefer men over women mom. And every time I see Philomena, I get angry and irritated. I’ve literally done everything possible to control my rage towards her but none of my tactics have worked so far.” Lawrence lamented.
“Why are you doing this to me Lawrence. When will you change and become a better man? When will you finally decide to settle down and raise a family of your own like every other man? Haven’t I tried enough for you? I have literally soaked my hands in different disgusting and prohibited stuffs just because I wanted to change my only son into a straight and a better man. But nothing is working on you. Lawrence haven’t I paid enough dues already?.” Madam Flora lamented with tears rolling down her cheeks.
“Don’t act like it’s my fault that I turned out this way mom. It was all your fault to begin with. If you had not been too busy to raise your child, if you had paid attention to me while growing up, then maybe I wouldn’t have turned out this way.” Lawrence lamented.
“Stop it Lawrence. Stop it please.” Madam Flora shouted covering her ears.
“Is everything I just heard the truth? Is Lawrence truly your biological son?.” Philomena asked walking into the sitting room.
“Philomena???.” Madam Flora called out in shock.
“Answer me!.” Philomena yelled at the top of her voice in anger. “How is Lawrence your son? What in God’s name is going on? Did you send me to him knowing fully well that he was gay, a narcissist, a woman beater, a molester, a rapist, and a drug addict? Answer me before I do something stupid.” Philomena threatened.
“Please. Don’t try anything stupid. I will tell you everything you need to know.” Madam Flora pleaded.
“Then you better start talking before I lose my mind and do something stupid.” Philomena threatened.
“Please have a seat first.” Madam Flora said.
Lawrence couldn’t say a word as he just stood and watched helplessly like a thief caught in the act. When they finally got seated, Madam Flora revealed the most shocking secrets to Philomena.
“I got married to my late husband at an early age. I was just 17 when my parents forced me into marrying a 54 years old man because of his money. When my son clocked 6, I was at the peak of my life by then I was already at the age of 23 and he was 60. And i desperately wanted to flex life so bad and be far away from my old husband whom I didn’t love but felt caged living with him. I also didn’t want to be seen carrying his child around. Since my husband was very rich and owned the car company that Lawrence is currently managing, I suggested he got my son a nanny so I can be free to go about my normal activities without having to worry about carrying my child around. He agreed and got him a nanny. A lady in her 20’s who ended up defiling my son. She would always go naked before him and ask him to lick her public region and sometimes she sat on him and rode on my little boy. We didn’t realize it on time cause she always warned him never to speak of it to us. My son grew in fear and hatred for women as she abused him for months. We finally got to discover of it when he fell ill due to the sexually transmitted infection he got from his nanny. It was then that my little boy opened up to us. I was broken and regretted ever transferring my hatred and anger to my innocent son. From that day, I swore to be there for him. But his life never remained the same again. He had this fear and hatred for women that he often beats them as he grew older. Due to the countless reports we got from the school and parents, we had to transfer him to an all boys school when he was 15. I thought that keeping him amongst his fellow boys will help tame his fear and hatred for girls. But It only exposed him to having sex with his fellow boys. My son was caught and expelled from the school. I tried everything possible to bring him back on track but nothing changed. My husband and I had to fly him out of the country. He returned after 10years when my husband died and then I discovered he was already into drugs. I took him to different therapists but nothing changed because his mind was made up. I then went into prostitution and human trafficking business in order to get girls for my son. I was hoping that if he kept having sex with them, he would have a change in taste and start liking women. So I started Recruiting different young girls and sending some abroad. This went on for five good years yet nothing changed. Then finally, I met you in the village. I fell in love with your innocence and determination to see your sisters through school. Then I thought to myself, that you were the perfect person for my son.” Madam Flora revealed.
“What?.” Philomena asked in tears.
“I’m sorry Philomena. I found out that your sisters were your weaknesses. And that you would do anything for them. So I used that against you by pretending to have sold you out to my son. The truth is, you weren’t sold. I sent you to him because I thought maybe if he had something to do with a virgin, an innocent and a young blooded girl, then perhaps he will realize the pleasure and sweetness of a woman. I was hoping that he would change. But he didn’t. He only got worse even after spending five whole years with you.” Madam Flora cried.
“I can’t believe this. You practically knew I would do anything to see my sisters through school because we had no parents and no helper. Yet, instead of helping us, you decided to exploit me by using my innocence against me. You gave me to your son knowing fully well that he is a rapist and a drug addict?.” Philomena asked shedding tears profusely.
“Your gender turned me into who I am today. All my life I have lived in fear and agony because of that single act by my nanny and the negligence of my own mother. I found out that there is this peace, joy, satisfaction and fulfilment I feel whenever I trample at a woman. Whenever I rape women, hearing them scream and struggle in pains healed my broken heart. I see every woman as a beast that shouldn’t be pitied or loved. So I pour out my anger, frustration and hate on them without any remorse. And I don’t feel bad doing all the things I’ve done to you. Cause you are my property. I have been paying for all your services by training your sisters in school, and by spending lavishly on you. So don’t act like I did anything wrong.” Lawrence said confidently.
“You are such a trash Lawrence. You think by so doing you will get over your traumas, I’m sorry to disappoint you dear. Your traumas would continue haunting you as long as you live cause you are not in any way different from your nanny. You have molested me and done so many unspeakable things to me same way she molested and took advantage of you. You think that transferring your aggressions on all women will heal you? It will only destroy your soul. No wonder you’ve turned into a beast. I have not in anyway wronged you and your mother. I’m just an innocent orphan who only wanted to better her sisters life.” Philomena said crying.
“Please forgive me Philomena. I Know I failed as a mother and I should be the one taking the blames. Please understand my son and forgive him for his actions. Believe me, with time he would change for good.” Madam Flora pleaded
“And who will wait for him to change? I’m sorry to disappoint you both. I’m not going to keep quiet any more. I’m going to tell the world the whole truth.” Philomena said
“And who would believe you? No one will believe you so just quit trying. Besides, you have no evidence to back up your claims.” Lawrence said confidently.
“Hahahahaha. And you thought I would be so stupid and naive to issue out threats without a back up plan? Keep dreaming Lawrence. Everything you both have spoken so far, have been recorded here in my phone. And I am going to the police station to put an end to all your evil deeds with this voice record. It’s over for you both.” Philomena said.
Before Lawrence and his mother could stop her, she quickly dashed out of the room and rushed to her car and drove away.
“What are we going to do now?.” Madam Flora turned to Lawrence who was also confused.
“Don’t worry mom. I will go after her and stop her from handing the voice record to the police.” Lawrence said reaching for his car keys that was on the table.
“How do you intend to convince her not to hand it over?.” Madam Flora asked worriedly.
“I’m not going to make negotiations with her. I’m going to stop her by any means possible.” Lawrence said after which he rushed out of the house, entered his car, started his car engine, and drove away chasing after Philomena who was crying in her car while driving to the police station.
She quickly forwarded the voice note to Joshua on WhatsApp. After which she dialed Joshua’s number.
“Hello Philomena. Where are you?.” Joshua asked worried.
“Joshua……..” Philomena cried.
“What’s wrong? Did he beat you again?.” He asked feeling worried.
“I wish he did. I’ve gotten the evidence I need to put an end to Lawrence.” She said sobbing.
“Really? That’s very good. But why are you crying? What’s going on?.” Joshua asked curioused.
“I’m heading to the police station right now to report the case to them. I just sent you a copy of the evidence on Whatsapp. Please open and save it.” She said.
“Alright I will. Which of the police station are you headed to? So I can come over and meet with you.” Joshua said.
“It’s……..”
Before Philomena could finish the word, Lawrence car came and knocked her out of the road thereby, leading to a fatal accident.
“Hello…. Philomena…are you there?…hello…” Joshua kept calling on the phone.
“J….o….s….h…u…a……” Philomena managed to voice out in pains as she shut her eyes losing consciousness with blood dripping from her head.
