Chapter 101
Edna
"Michael, you are obviously in the house. Why are you trying to ignore me?" A sonorous voice came from the person outside the door.noveldrama
The knocks didn't stop even as the person spoke.
Barely veiled anger was weaved through the man's voice. The intensity behind his knocks increased as time went by.
"Michael, come out. When are you going to pay me my money?" The person's voice was very loud.
I was sure that even Michael's neighbors would hear every word coming out of the man's mouth. It was total embarrassment.
Everything was very strange. I seem to have stumbled on what I was not supposed to encounter. This benefactor that took me in seemed to not be doing as well as he showed.
Why would a person that still has a debt to pay bring a stranger into his home till the stranger would get back to her feet?
Something was up. It seems my plan to stay in Michael's house for a single night would not be possible anymore.
I didn't make any moves that would point at my presence. I did not get up to open the door too.
Firstly, I didn't want to be implicated by Michael's mess. Besides, I didn't want to cause embarrassment to Michael by showing my face to his debtor.
I sat in my seat patiently. Footsteps came from the depth of the house and Michael rushed into the living room.
He looked at me apologetically before opening the door.
The person outside the house pushed his way in. He observed the living room like a bandit coming to steal.
His eyes rested on me for a few seconds before landing on Micheal. Michael's demeanor was humble.
"Micheal, this wasn't what we agreed on." The new arrival said as he folded his arms across his chest.
The stranger that pushed his way into Michael's house has blue hair that faded into a pale sea green at the tips. His brown eyes hid calculations.
I strived to be the kind of person that doesn't judge people by any first impression but
it doesn't apply in this case. This guy looks like a bad person at first glance. It would be for the best to stay away from him.
"Now that you have a lover, do you think you can skimp on paying what you owe?" The stranger continued.
"Joseph, please give me more time and correction, she is not my lover." Michael explained.
Joseph clicked his tongue, "This is the same words you said when I came the last time. I don't want promises. I can't eat empty promises. Where is my money? Michael, give me a definite date and it can't be too long."
Michael paused and glanced at me. There was something boiling in his eyes that I couldn't decipher.
"Joseph, can we speak outside? I have a plan to pay in installments and I would like to run the idea by you real quick." Michael said.
Joseph took a brief look in my direction, "We can say anything right here. Why are you trying to hide your predicament from who you claim is not your lover? Things are nut making sense."
Joseph was deliberately being difficult. Sweat beaded on Michael's face and he stared at Joseph with a plea in his pupils.
Finally, Joseph sighed.
If you're loving the book, nel5s.com is where the adventure continues. Join us for the complete experience all for free. The next chapter is eagerly waiting for you! "Alright, you win. Let's go outside." Joseph said before walking out of the house. Michael followed him out.
Michael shut the door after leaving the house. The sound of a low discussion seeped into the house but I couldn't hear the exact words.
I continued to wait as I counted sheeps. After an unknown amount of time passed by, the door opened again.
I had counted up to 300 sheep's before the discussion ended.
My benefactor walked in slowly. His face wasn't as pale as it was when he discovered Joseph's presence.
Still, the ruddy expression he had when he brought me to his house was nowhere to be
seen.
"I am so sorry about that." Michael apologized as he came towards me.
I shook my head, "It is not a big deal, you don't have to worry about me. I just have a few concerns that I want to bring to your notice."
"What are those concerns?" Michael prompted.
"I don't know if my presence here would be an inconvenience for you and I don't want
to step on any toes. Besides, I don't want to make your situation worse." I spoke.
"Sophia, that little scene Joseph caused is related to something else. You don't have to be skeptical. I can feed you and myself so don't worry about stepping on any toes. You are not doing anything wrong." Michael replied.
Michael didn't mention anything about his debt or the plans of repayment he promised Joseph. I didn't really mind.
Micheal and I were not close. I was just worried because I was in a tight spot. I don't want anything to go wrong.
Joseph looked like a thug. I don't really want to be here the next time he comes to this house.
Since Michael said it was no big deal, I would still stay for a night. I don't really have food and a place to stay so I can't leave arbitrarily. The only change in my plan is the time. I would leave this house as soon as possible.
"Let me finish preparing what I was doing. I would be back." Michael said before going back into the house.
Michael came back a few minutes later. There were dark patches around his armpit and his chest.
I can't even imagine the effort he put into preparing the things he promised earlier.
Michael pointed at the depth of the house with his thumb, "I have prepared a little room for you and there is a bathroom connected to it. You can freshen up first and come to the living room for food after. The meals would be ready before you are done."
I nodded in acknowledgment and rose to my feet.
I followed Michael to the room he mentioned. The room was tidy and everything smelled fresh. There was a pair of androgynous clothes on the small bed.
Michael closed the door after he left the room considerably. I went into the bathroom and took a long shower.
The problems I was facing did not seem as bad as it was after a refreshing bath. I came out of the bathroom and wore the available clothes.
My stomach rumbled loudly again. I sighed as I looked downwards.
Fortunately, there wasn't anyone around to hear my stomach protest for food.
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