WILD OBSESSION
Episode 15
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Frank watched Sarah go back to her room. He felt for her.
Frank’s parents already knew that nothing would change Sarah’s father’s mind concerning his decision, so they switched topics.
Later, Sarah’s parents offered their inlaws some food and drinks. They ate and drank, then left afterwards.
From that day, Frank and Sarah started communicating over the phone. Sarah was always feeling guilty but Frank kept reminding her that he had forgiven her.
On the following Sunday, Frank told his parents that he would be worshipping at Sarah’s church. They commended him and also decided to join him.
In no time, they arrived at the church and joined the rest of the congregation. Frank looked towards the secluded area and still saw Sarah seated alone and lonely. He wished he could sit with her but he didn’t want to break the rules of the church.
When the service was over, Frank and his parents went outside and waited for Sarah and her parents to come out.
Later on, both families met outside. They exchanged pleasantries.
Frank and Sarah stepped aside to talk.
“I can’t wait for this ex-communication to be over,” Frank said.
“It will end next Sunday,” Sarah said shyly.
“Thank goodness, I’m sorry about the pain and humiliation.”
“It’s nothing, I accepted it wholeheartedly because I knew I was at fault.”
“It’s ok.”
They were still talking when Sarah’s father called her for them to leave.
“We will talk over the phone, okay,” Frank said.
“Okay, bye.”
Both families then parted ways.
After that, Frank and Sarah continued talking over the phone.
A few days later, Frank was with his parents in the living room.
“Dad, Mum, Sarah’s excommunication will be ending this Sunday and I want her to come back immediately.”
“That’s nice,” his mother said.
“Please I want you to inform her parents so she can go to church with her luggage.”
Franks’s father laughed hysterically.
“Why carry the bags to church?” his father asked.
“Daddy is not a laughing matter, that’s just the way I want it.”
“Don’t worry, we will go to their house.”
“Does it make any difference?”
“Yes, a lot. Most importantly we need to show respect to her family. I’ll inform them that we will come for her on Sunday.”
“Ok.”
A few days later, on a Sunday, Frank and his family prepared as early as possible and left for Sarah’s church.
Sarah prepared specially for that day’s service. It was her last day of ex-communication and Frank already informed her that they would worship in her church.
Sarah sat in the secluded area looking so cheerful, knowing fully well that Frank her support system was there. She remained focused on the service though.
Just before the dismissal, the pastor called Sarah out prayed for her and gave her words of encouragement. Later on, they dismissed.
Sarah felt as if a heavy burden was taken off her. She was so happy. She quickly rushed to where Frank was and they hugged.
Both families came together and happily exchanged greetings.
Sarah and her parents left afterwards. Frank and his parents followed them.
In no time, they all arrived at Sarah’s place. They all sat in the living room. Sarah quickly left for her room and brought her luggage.
Sarah’s parents offered their inlaws some drinks, they took a little portion just for formalities sake. They later left with Sarah.
They arrived at Frank’s family house. They were all happy about the reunion. They celebrated it with some special delicacies.
In the evening of that day, Frank’s parents called both of them. They advised and encouraged them on the best ways to live as a couple.
“I have already placed adverts for managers for my different branches. You will manage only the branch in this state. From today onwards, I want you to focus on building your home,” Frank’s father said to Frank.
“Thanks, Dad for your concern.”
Sarah was later asked to choose between securing a job for her and setting up a business for her. She said she loved the clothing business. They promised to set up a boutique for her. Sarah was grateful to them all.
The following day, Frank and Sarah went back to their matrimonial home.
It was as if they got married newly.
Later on, a large boutique was set up for Sarah and Frank was always available for his wife.
Sarah never went back to her old habits again.
They loved and cherished each other more, they never knew that kind of love existed between them.
A few months later, Sarah announced to Frank that she was pregnant. Nine months later, she gave birth to a baby boy. They were overjoyed by the new addition to their home.
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Sarah’s excommunication, even though was strict, played an important role in breaking her old habit, there is no way she would remember the embarrassment and pain she went through and still go back to it.
Old habits that are hard to break could be replaced with new interesting and healthier habits.
Couples need to address marital challenges together and seek support when needed to strengthen their marriage and overcome obstacles.
Parents should also strive to be a source of love, support and guidance in their children’s marriage.
THE END
I am Ayogu Oluchi Eze
Frank you’ve done well