The Vow episode 9

THE VOW

EPISODE 9

© Jennipher Duru

The following day, Collins decided to call Cynthia, without letting Gabriel know

Collins: I just wanted to inform you that Gabriel is at my place where he spent the night. I heard everything that happened and it pains me a lot. I am informing you so that you will not think he went somewhere else. Whatever the issue is, please try to sort it out in peace.

Cynthia: Well, let him stay wherever he wants, because I definitely don’t care. After cheating on me, he now wants to cover himself to make me look guilty

Collins: Cynthia. Being proud and arrogant will not help you get back your marriage. You need to calm down and behave like a mature woman. Gabriel is your husband, not your boyfriend. You need to…

Cynthia: Listen Collins, I appreciate your call, but I think you are not in the position to tell me what I should do. In fact, I am already getting tired of this marriage and I wouldn’t mind quitting.

Cynthia cut the line and threw the phone on the chair. Collins shook his head in dismay “This is more serious than I thought” he said to himself.

Monday morning, as soon as Gabriel arrived at the office, his boss summoned him to his office.

“Gabriel. I would like to really know what this is?” he said. Gabriel looked surprised. The Director handed him the front page of a daily newspaper that read “Gaby X beaten by wife’s lover”. On it was the picture showing the fight between him and the guy. Gabriel couldn’t believe his eyes “Oh damn! NO!” he exclaimed. The Director kept quiet and looked at him, waiting for his explanation. Gabriel explained everything that had happened

Director: I really don’t care what is happening in your personal life, but you have to understand that you are a public figure and any slight mistake can cost you your entire career. Can you see why I have lifted the phone receiver from the phone? It’s because I have been receiving numerous calls from various media houses and our sponsors asking for an explanation. It is a real embarrassment to our Company.

Gabriel: I am really sorry sir. I know there is no reason that can justify my actions, but I ask you to bear with me. I was only reacting under the influence of anger and frustration. I promise to repair it all.

The Director asked Gabriel to wait for him as he went to discuss with the Top Management. He came back after about 30 minutes.

Director: Listen, besides the fact that I am your boss, I also consider you to be my younger brother. I would really like to help you but this thing has escalated to top Management. I managed to convince the management that you were acting out of anger, which is normal to all of us. Someone actually suggested that you get fired, but I managed to plead your cause. So we all decided to put you on a three months suspension from work. You will continue to receive your monthly salary, but you are to stay away from anything that has to do with your work. I would also personally advise you to avoid public places. And as a brother, I am asking you to work this thing out with your wife. Life is too short to live in sorrow.

Tears flowed from Gabriel’s eyes. He felt so hurt. He went into his office and took his bag and after speaking to Collins, he left. As he came out of the office, he found a group of reporters standing outside. They rushed to him as soon as they saw him. “Gaby X, what are you saying about your fight with that man? Can you confirm that he is your wife’s lover?” they shouted. Gabriel rushed to his car and when he closed the door, he put his head on the steering wheel and sighed “Lord, tell me I am dreaming” he said. He then drove off to Collins’ house. Sasha watched the scene from the window and cried.

Cynthia was at work when her mother called “Cynthia, what is this thing that we have read in the newspaper? Is it true?” she asked. Her mother explained what they had read. Cynthia cut the line and gasped for breathe. She went to the mailroom to ask for a newspaper. She found a group of colleagues chatting and shaking their heads in astonishment. “Cynthia, have you read today’s newspaper” one of them asked. Cynthia did not answer. She grabbed one of the newspapers from her colleague in anger and read the front page. She ran to her office and locked the door. She cried out of frustration knowing that her life had been ruined. Her parents kept calling but she refused to answer the calls. After explaining the whole situation to her boss, she was given a day off. She went home feeling so bad. Monica also called but she refused to pick up her call. Monica then sent a message “Cynthia, I have seen what is in the newspaper. Please don’t pay attention to these liars called journalists. Call me when you are free”

She arrived home and sat down in the living room. After a short while, Gabriel arrived. Cynthia stood up as he entered. Gabriel did not talk. He went to the bedroom and started packing his clothes in a suitcase. Cynthia shouted “Oh so you are finally running away from me hein? You have decided to finally settle with that b***tch!”. Gabriel did not respond. He continued packing his belongings. Cynthia pulled his hand and shouted again “You heard my question. Answer me now or else…?” Gabriel got upset and shouted “Or else what? You will also go and sleep with your new lover? You adulterous woman!” he pushed Cynthia out of his way and left the house. Cynthia fell on the floor and cried. The maid, who had been watching, came near her and tried to comfort her.

Gabriel drove as fast as he could. He had decided to go to his cousin’s house in his hometown, which was about an hour’s drive from his house. When he arrived at his cousin’s house, he found that there was no one there. He called his cousin who told him that he had travelled and had not left any spare key. Gabriel decided to lodge in a small guest house nearby. When he arrived at the reception, he was surprised to see his ex-girlfriend, Helen. “Helen, what are you doing here?” He asked. “Gabriel!!! I am so happy to see you. I work here. What brings you to our guest house Mr. Gaby X? You look so good” Helen said, giving him a warm hug. Gabriel responded “Oh, I just came to have a quiet time alone to think straight”. Helen booked a room for him and said “Well, well well. I have given you a very nice room, just what you need. Let me help you carry your suitcase so that I can show you the room”.

They both entered the room and Helen showed him around. “So, Gaby X. We are pleased to have such a big celebrity in our guest room. I do hope you’ll enjoy your stay here. Remember, if you need anyone to talk to, I am right here” she said, walking modestly towards the door. Gabriel looked at her. She was as sexy as usual. She wore a short yellow dress with black high heels.

To be continued

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