BATHABILE by Avuyile Jange

Description : It only took one simple night,wrong place at the wrong time for
things to go horrible wrong or was it planned?
PROLOGUE
PARIS
I had a dream got everything I wanted honestly must have been a nightmare. Those were some
lines from a song by Billie Eilish I don't quiet remember the name.This song kind of had me hoping
that one day I would get everything I wanted. Growing up with rich parents was literally awesome at
first not knowing that I was being seen as prey by unknown people.I did well in school attended
charities became a public at a early age I was too perfect according to my peers. My older sister was
also a lot like me and then my second oldest sister a troublemaker. Despite our differences we were
still the perfect bunch along with my brothers. Then one night on the 31st of De-
Voice:Here is your money!
I jumped a little and looked up at the ugly man he threw the money to my face.I didn't know I was in
my own planet for this long that I didn't even hear him get off and dressed up. My body feels numb
as I slowly get dressed.I look at the mirror my collarbones are popping the black eye is still visibly my
neck looks bruised maybe because I get choked a lot.My sister and Yolanda walk in they just hug
me I let the tears fall
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I can't seem to get used to this. It has been eight months stuck here well after we were hijacked but
still I can't get used to the fact that I am a prostitute. All the time I always wake up in the middle of
everything because I still fight these people so they just bang my head and carry me to bed. They
don't even use drugs to make us numb apparently our clients don't want addicts.
Yolanda:I am sorry Paris.
My sister wipes the tears from my face before whizzingshe almost falls but we catch her.
Me:I thought they said they will get her a doctor.
Yolanda:They did but he told them that she needs a real hospital.
She has a very nasty wound which I believe is right on her pancreas she got stabbed fighting for me
after they stabbed my back until I blacked out. I was out for a week. Do you think it stopped them for
doing whatever they wanted on my body? They saw an opportunity for themselves while I laid half
dead.We walk with her to our room Yolanda gets the water to clean the wound.
Her:Love.
I stare at my sister she always called me that because of my name. City of Love.
Me:Riri.
Her:Me and Yolanda have put a great plan for you.
Me:Huh?
Her:You are escaping on Thursday.
In two days?
Me:That is impossible.
Yolanda:I still have everything we came with the two thousand rands I had with me.
Me:NoI can't leave you here.
Her:We will all die if we do that you are still young enough to start over Paris.
Yolanda:I already written down the address of my house down the keys and everything. Your ID and
license are still in the bag.
Me:Please I don't want to leave you here. I can't.
Her:They leave on Wednesday night each week and come back Friday morning we need you out
because we can't live for long. Look at me.
Yolanda:You have a chance Paris in living again.
I sigh and watch Yolanda clean the wound.

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PARIS
Mom:Uphi uRiri? (Where is Riri?)
Atha:Yamazi kaloku lowo neparty. (You know her and parties.)
Dad:At least it's her money.
Mom:On the 31st of December?I give up.
Mangi:She is dating that boy that one working somewhere we don't know.
Me:Katlego bloody Mosia.
NK:Language Paris.
I just stare at him and roll my eyes.We are a very big family first Nkanyezi who we call NK then
Mangaliso then comes the girls Athabile being the oldest Rethabile lastly me Bathabile.
Unfortunately I have a middle name which is Paris and is more famous than my first name.Out of all
my siblingsI am the only one with a middle name according to the unfiltered mouth of Mr Boikanyo I
was conceived in a holiday in Paris.I couldn't feel anything for days then they told me I was born
there too. Bloody hell! No wonder the name is so famous.Rethabile is the party animalI don't even
know how she keeps up with work and partying. Mangi is an egoistical doctor with flashy white teeth
then that Nkanyezi who thinks he's literally a bright gynecologistAthabile my sweet optometrist
Rethabile our accountant and ta-da the matric kid me. We had private lecturers to make sure we
pass at school
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me. We had private lecturers to make sure we pass at school we had money to afford anything that's
what happens when you have rich parents.Dad a Minister of Higher Education and Training mom the
wealthiest business woman in the country. We were moulded to be perfect make mistakes when you
got your own money.I wanted to do teachingtrust me my parents died when I told them this they
suggested becoming a dermatologist but Athabile told them it wasn't their future but mine. They can
be controlling sometimes I think they forget they didn't just show up richthey started somewhere too.
Mangi brought this girl this other day my mother legit assumed without asking that she was his maid.
What the hell?My parents can be picky judgemental and noisy too but they try their best not to do
that to us try to love us equal but sometimes I just wanted to tell them to treat other people right too.
Me:Nkanyezi you are not my mother or father.
NK:Ndikuqhwabe ke mna Bathabile. (I will slap you Bathabile.)
Mom:Khawuyeke uchuku Nkanyezi khange sithi mawulahlwe ngula nondindwa. (Stop with the anger
Nkanyezi we never said you should be dumped by that prostitute.)
Mangi:Bamlahlile?(They dumped him?)
Atha:Ba?(They?)
NK:Mangaliso you just betrayed me.
Me:His many girlfriends.
Everyone looks at him before laughing.
Mom:You are your father's son.
Dad:What is that suppose to mean Mami?
Atha:A chip off the old block Dadi.
We burst out laughing again.
Mangi:Dadi?Athabile for president.Viva!
Me:Amandla!(Power!)
NK:Athabile!
Atha:Huh?
Mangi:So slow bra.
Mom:Kaloku uchitha ixesha ejongene nevagina.(He spends his time staring at a vagina)
We gaspNkanyezi is the first one to laugh.
Dad:Savage Mazulu.
Atha:MaZardi B.
Mangi:Guys I said vote for Athabile for president she is her mother's child.
Mom:With my flat ass?
Dad:That thick thang?
Me:Sies parents.
Mom:You children think I don't know that Cardiovascular B of yours.
NK:Cardio-what? I am leaving as soon as possible.
Mangi:Can I eat?In peace too?
We just laughed.

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PARIS
We were all sitting around waiting for the New Year when my phone rang.I stood up and walked out
of the room.
Me:RiRi where are you?
Her:Hey babyjust stuck in this party.
Me:No one asked you to go there.
Her:Kat doesn't want to leave now . Please pick me up.
Me:I should really be looking like a chauffeur to you Rethabile.
Her:I am sorryit is just that I don't really feel good .
Me:Are you okay?
Her:I just want to come home.
Me:I am on my way.
She drops the phoneI have to admit I am quiet shocked as I stare at my phoneshe sounded sober.
Me:I am picking RiRi up.
NK:Again and again?
Mom:She needs to learn responsibility you cannot be picking up after her all the time.
Me: Something is wrong with her.
Dad:I love you.
Me:I will be back before you know itno need to be this dramatic.
I take Riri's car keys and walk out.
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The club is fullpeople making out some lying against the wallsome dancing as I walked in heading to
the VIP section.
I find RiRi making out with him
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I have before getting between them.

Kat:She still doesn't like me.
Me:I am not obliged to do so.
RiRi:I called her to pick me up.
Kat:The party just started most.
Riri:I am tired I have to be home.
I walk out with my hand wrapped around her elbow.
Kat:Paris!
Me:What the hell do you want?
Kat:You should try thick ladies modelling.
Me:You should try rehab or prison.
His friends burst out laughing as we walk out.I find RiRi standing outside the car I open it.
Me:What is up with you?
RiRi:He is going to steal innocent women.
Me:Who?
RiRi:Katlego I heard him point the girls in the club.
Me:Huh?
RiRi:Can we leave?
Me:You are not done talking Rethabile!
RiRi:Can we go?
I just keep my mouth shut and drive.As soon as we drove out Carolinawe could see flashing lights
behind us.
Me:Traffic officers?This time?
I pull over since they indicated they wanted me to stop.Two officers walk out the other goes to Riri's
side.
Office:Miss your license.
I turn to ask RiRi to open the dashboardonly to meet her petrified face.I see the gun on her forehead.
Officer:Step out of the car Miss Boikanyo.
How the hell does he know my surname?I walk out of the car in shock.
RiRi: You can take the car please don't hurt us.
Officer:We are here for you.
My body goes cold as I walk out of the carhe raids the car and comes back with my ID and
license.Inside their car there was another guy with a gas maskthey immediately wear theirs.Riri
coughsI follow as I struggle to breath.

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PARIS
When I woke upmy head hurt I tried to move but still it felt heavy.
RiRi:Stop moving.
Me: What happened?Argh my head hurts.
I stand for a good old fifteen minutes until I can feel myself.I look at the girls in the room
confused.Some looked boredsome scared and others looked to be in their own planet.
RiRi:I am sorrythis is all my fault.
Me:What is going on?
RiRi:Katlego di-
The door opens Katlego and some guys walk in.He looks at me and smiles.
Kat:You are awake I thought you r innocent thick ass died from that gas.
Me:Why would you give a fuck about me?
Kat:You are about to make us rich considering you are still a virgin.
I hide my shock by turning to look at RiRi.
Me:Yooh umvile umntu wakho uthi ndilivirgin?(You did you hear your boyfriendhe says I am virgin?)
Everyone who heard what I said stiffled a laugh.
Kat:What did you just say?
Me:Umuncu.(You are stupid.)
They laugh one of them whispers in his ear.
Kat: I wonder who fucked you but still we will get more money.
Me: Your daddymeoww.
Kat:Shut the fuck up!
A man walks in.
Him:You are making noise!
Kat:Sorry Sir.
He looks at ushis eyes stay on RiRi and I don't think I like the way he's looking at her.
Him:Bring her.
Me:To where?
He looks at me in shock.
Him:Starfire.
He comes closerI just move away from him.
Me:I don't remember asking for a new name.
Him:Soon you will accept it.Take her instead.
I scream as they drag me away from my screaming sister.They threw me in a room and locked the
door.I look around to meet mirrors around me.
Voice:Undress.
Me:Go to hell!
Voice:Take your clothes off!
Me:No.
Voice: Get her sister.
My heart stops I take my hood and track pantsleaving me in tights and vest.
Voice:Good girl.Gentlemen you can see we have fresh girls.
My brain finally register that I was one of too many girls trafficked in South Africa.My body freezes
and the door opens.
Him:You see Starfire you are my ticket to being rich.
Me:In hell.
Then he walked towards meI grabbed the vase and looked at him.More men walked in I hit one of
them as they jumped on me.I felt something connect with my head making me sway.
...........….....................
When I woke up everything hurtmy stomach felt twistedas for my head it felt like I had a very bad
headache..
Riri:Stop moving baby.
I opened my eyes to find Riri and some woman bandaging my thighs and waist.
Me:What are you doing?
Her:He hurt you so bad.
Me:What are you covering?
Riri:Stab wounds and internal bleeding.
The what happened came crashing to my memory and I quickly stand up only to screammy thighs
feel like there are needles wrapped around them.I was violated and stabbed for standing up for
myself.
Riri:I am sorry.
Her:I was trapped by a woman in Gauteng after I arrived from Cape Town.
Riri:Another woman?
Her:Yepwhen they trust you enough they will let you escort men to places.
The more she told us her storyis the more I cried.I wanted my mother and father I wanted to go
home.
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RIRI
I sigh as I watch her lying on the dirty bedI cannot stop blaming myselfI am sure Mom and Dad
blame me for this too.
Me:Thank you for helping with her.
Her:It is okay I am Yolanda Ndumiso and you?
Me:Rethabile Boikanyo and that is Bathabile Paris Boikanyo.
Her:Do you have any other siblings?
Me:NkanyeziMangalisoAthabileme and her.
Her:My parents died when I was thirteen leaving me a huge ass inheritance and an amazing
grannywho unfortunately died three years ago.Wait did you say Boikanyo?Are you who I think you
are?
Me: Yes.
Her:SorryI don't mean to make you uncomfortable.
......…..................
I sat on the floor watching Paris stare into space.Katlego walked in and my stomach twisted in
disgust.
Kat:Follow me.
I pull Paris to her feet and follow Katlego.The man who seemed to be the boss stood before us.
Him: This is your new home you try to escape we will kill you follow instructions and you will be fine.
We just stared at him.
Him:Do you hear me?
Us:Yes.
Then someone gaspsParis had stuck a pen on Katlego's neckhe was trying to breath.I did not even
feel her move from me. They quickly went to himwe were pushed back to our room.Some girls
praised her as some looked scared.

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PARIS[2MONTHS LATER]
Him:She is becoming more violentshe is not stopping Boss.
Boss:Our clients are coming because of her they think all of our girls are like her .She is like our
marketing strategy.
Him:The more she gets famousher family might find her.
Boss:We will cross that bridge when we get there for now little Starfire is off limits.
I feel his hand rubbing my faceI want to gag but I have to remain unmoving until further notice.I have
landed myself to bed rest againI attacked any man touching me.Unfortunately they cannot tie me
because 'our clients' do no want to feel like they are raping us.I attacked Katlegothree of the guards7
clients and the boss during these two months.Sometimes I want to give up but I can't.All the time I
attack themI get stabbed untill I can't fight anymoreat least Katlego stays away from me.I could feel
myself dying each and every dayno hope of ever going back home.I cried all the tears I had but I've
accepted my reality.I hope sometimes they just kill me but they don't.MentallyI am dead physically
like a dead doll.
Riri:Baby.
I open my eyes to find her looking with teary eyes.
Me:I cannot help myself from fighting.
RiRi:You are going to get yourself killed.
Me:I don't careno one will find usso I might as well die.
Riri:Please.
Me:And let them do as they please with my body?Are you crazy?
RiRi:You are crazy.I am trying to stay alive for you instead of being selfish.
Me:Crazy?Selfish?Oh sister you make it sound like you are a saint.You always had been selfishself
centred and selfish.Did I say selfish? We are here because of your selfish reasonsI should have
been attending classes but because of you I am here.You were so selfishyou spent the 31st of
December in a party instead of home and look where that got us.Want to talk about selfish?
I don't even feel bad as I stare at her shocked face.
Riri:I know this is not you Bathabileblame me all you want.
Me:It is the truth nothing but the truth sister and I am not taking it back.
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MRS BOIKANYO
I stared at the statementmy little city of love passed perfectly and was accepted to study for her
teaching..I should have not let her go pick up RethabileGod knows I would have gotten both my
daughters.I clean their rooms
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God knows I would have gotten both my daughters.I clean their roomshoping they come back as
soon as possible.Shona walks in .
Me:She passed with flying coloursshe told us she would be teaching Consumer Studies and
Languages.
Him:I remember we were against her career choice but she seemed to go out of her way not to listen
to us.
Me:All her siblings supported herRiri wanted to open an auditing company but she didn't have the
profitI know how much she sank deeper in anxiety because she didn't see hereself succeeding.I
turned a blind eye on my daughter.
Him:We were both wrong for raising our children not to share everything they are facing.They can't
talk to uswe acknowledged them when we wanted a perfect picture for the world.
We sit in silenceNkanyezi walks in and stared at us.
Me:What is it?
NK:The police are here.
We quickly walk out of the roomwe find the Detective already seated.
Me: Detective Meyer.
Meyer:Mr and Mrs Boikanyo.
Me:Is there something new?
Meyer:Some questions we want to ask about Riri.
Him:That is?
Meyer:What was her relationship with Katlego Mosia?
Me:Who is that?
Him:I think Athabile can answer that.
NK:Are you trying to tell me you don't even know she was dating that boy?I thought you loved
sticking your nose in your children's businesses.
Me:Nkanyezi you will not talk to your father like that!
NK:I am talking to you bothnow you realised you never loved us that you shoved everything down in
our throats.They are nowhere to be found because of you.
Atha:Pointing fingers Nkanyezi is not going to solve this problem.What is going on?
Meyer:Katlego Mosia.
Atha:Her boyfriend?
Meyer:We have a witness telling us that it was him who organised the kidnapping Gauteng police
department also contacted us regarding him.He is a well known human trafficker..
NK:What?
Atha:She once said if something goes wrong with herwe should ask Katlego first.She just loved
speaking in riddles.
Meyer:Which means she knew something that is why they were both targetted.
Me:How did you find this after two months?
Meyer:There is an organisation of private investigatorsjudges and lawyers which was founded in the
early 1900's by a judge back in SpainAlexandro Vorcan.Back then it investigated cases that the
police lacked innow it is trying to destroy human trafficking and drugs.
NK:From Spain?How will they help us?
Atha:I tried contacting them but they are hard to find.Miguel Vorcan moved to South Africa about 40
years agohe founded another branch in Cape Town hoping to destroy human trafficking at its
core.His sons are the executives nowI happen to know them after we went to UCT together.His wife
is a child of one the women transported from here to Brazil.
Meyer:They are trying to find the base here in Mpumalanga.Mosia has proven to be tricky to find.
Me:This boy has been traveling through the country and has never been caught at all?
Him:There is a slight chance that my children will never come back home?
Meyer:It is unlikely for them to be let back home alive.
I stand up and walked out.My children could be coming back home in body bags.
Atha:Do not take Nkanyezi to hearthe is stressed.
Me:Is that why Mangi no longer shows up here or even pick up his phone?
Atha:They are hurting Mom you need to understandthese are our siblings and to be honest we know
them better than you.We know their dreams and hopes unlike youwe are hurt more than you and
you can't change that.
I swallow my pride and keep my mouth shut my kids have grown to say whatever they want to me.I
bit my tongue and try by all my best not to say anything.

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PARIS[THREE MONTHS LATER]

I just stare at my bodythe wounds wrapped around me like a blanket I stare at the bones popping out
of my chest and elbows.I don't look like the fat girl I used to be I look like I am on a very dangerous
dietI look like I am dying.I can walk now RiRi visits me every day with Yolanda sometimes but I just
zip my mouth.I walk out of the room surprisingly there is no one around except the girlsit is way too
quiet as I walk to the rooms.I find everyone sitting chattingthey go quiet when I enter.
Dali:Here comes the princess of this kingdom.
Me:Got a problem?
Dali:The guards might be scared of you but not me sweetheart.
I didn't say anything I launched myself to her as I carried the rod on my hand.We struggledthrowing
punches at each other I managed to trap her and wrapped the rod around her neck.
RiRi:You are going to kill her!
I tightened the rod around her neck until she stopped fighting I let her go and she starts coughing.
Me:Next?
I kick her before going back to my bed.My heart tightens when I look at the mess I did.What have I
become?
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RIRI[WARNING VIOLANCE]
I am defeated as I look at Paris biting her nails.Katlego walks in after they took Dali.
Kat:The Boss is calling you.
I just stand up and follow him.The moment I get in the roomI find him with two men.I know the
routine as I get undressedthey just watch me do that.
Him:Dance for us.
He goes to the speaker and goes through the songs in his phone.
"I mean where the fuck should I really even start
I ghat whores that I am keeping in the dark.
I ghat my niggas across the street living large"
The beat echoed around the room as I moved slowdancing on the pole.I danced until the song
endeddancing on the pole.I danced until the song endedhe went and changed the song.
Him: Continue.
"Id rather keep it real with ya
I'd rather be a B.I.T.CH
cause that's what you gonna call me
When I'm trippin' anyway
You know you can't control mebaby.
Why you wanna play with me?
You know I'm undefeated
A real hot girl knows how to keep a nigga heated
You say you want respect"
One of them stands up and pull me away from the polehe spanks my butt and I wince.He pushes me
on the bed and harshly kisses methe other joins biting my nipples and choking me.The boss decides
to join as he pushes his two fingers in my vagina making me scream.I can't really scream as they
block my mouth.They stop pulling me upthe Boss lies on the bed and pull me on top of him I let the
tears fall as he enters me so rough as usual.I feel the other man push me down I bite my teeth as he
enters my butthole before I could screamthe other one shoves his penis inside my mouth making
gag.The pain was worse as they all decided faster and faster.
They changed each other and only stopped when I started bleeding because I was dry.
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I feel someone shakingI just groan in pain before opening my eyes.
Paris:Sisi.(Sister)
Yolanda:Are you okay? What am I asking?
I let the tears fall on my face.
Me:I want to go home.
Paris:Shhh I am sorry.
I can feel her crying as she hugs me.I want the cold comfort you would get from my mother for even
crying it's better than this hell.
Paris: Remember that song from that Cinderella ish story?The one who worked in a studio.
Me:You hated that movie because you said there was no happily ever after.
Yolanda:I believe there is happily ever after.
Paris:In the movies and books because it's not really! Just someone's 'fantasy'.
Yolanda:Who broke your heart?
Me:Want to know?At 16 she fell for this guy unfortunately he dumped her for being too fat.Her words
not mineshe tried slimming while eating junk for a good 2 months.
Paris:He showed me flames that oneheh okay.
Yolanda:I was engaged once but too bad he left me for a girl younger than me.
Me:Karma knows everyone's door.
Paris:As I was saying but look at you.
I smile weakly.
Yolanda:But I want to hear the song.
Paris:I wanna be a princess
A fairest doll around
If you ever leave my kingdom.Why are you looking at me like that?
Yolanda:Your voice is wonderful.
Me:I am not the only one who agrees.
Paris:Good for you.
I try to sit up only to squirm in pain.
Yolanda:Stay still.
We sit in silenceYolanda stares at me with her eyebrows up.
Me:Bathabile.
Paris: What have I done?I am sorry for how I have been treating you these past three months.

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RIRI
Me:I forgave you ages ago.
Paris:What did I do?
Me:So me and Landa have thought about helping you escape.
Paris:Then clearly you are stupidwe are the middle of nowhere.
Yolanda:We are not far from the national route to Gauteng according to the girls that get to leave this
building.
Paris:Waitwe are still in Mpumalanga?And the police haven't found us? What on earth have they
been doing for the past five months?
Me:Bathabile you are trying to avoid this.
Paris:Where would I even go?These people are dangerousI would be putting the rest of my family in
danger they could die if I show up.
Yolanda:We were thinking that you go to my house in Cape Townlay low there until it's clear enough
for you to find help because they will search for you high and lowwe could die.
Paris:This is why we should just stick together until we can all escape.
Me:We cannot to do thatwe have to stay behind so we can cover for you from the other girls.Haven't
you noticed that we are the only ones who never get out of this building?If we stay out of our rooms
for an hourthey will start talking and that won't be enough.
Yolanda:You still have a chance on life outside thisas for us we are good as dead.You are going to
be nineteenit is still early for you to give up.
Me:Do it for AthaNK and Mangi they don't deserve to lose two siblings at the same time.Please.
She looks at us in fear and sighs.
Yolanda:I have my house keys in my backpackI will write the address and everything else you will
need.
Paris:There are always guards around here.
Me:They leave Wednesday night and come back Friday morning.
Yolanda:Shhh.
The boss walks in the room and stares at us.
Him: You are the only ones here?
We just nod.
Him: You could be out there if you knew how to behave.
Paris:Five months has passed and you are still preaching that sentence.
Him:The fire in you is never dyingis it?
Paris:I can't help itgasoline and petrol can.
He steps closer to her and grab her chin
Him:It turns me on.
Then she did the worst thing possible and spat on his facehe moved and lifted his hand to slap her
but stopped himself.He walks out.
Me:Paris.
Paris:He is going to organise a groupie hoping to destroy me just like the last time.
Me:What?
This was not my little sister
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she did not even careshe did not look the sameshe was still spitting fire but I don't think it was
because she wasn't broken.She was dying each and every day and I couldn't even do anything
about it.
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ATHABILE
I landed in Cape Town early morningwinter was on its way sneaking under my jacket.The western
province seemed to be colder than Mpumalangacome Athabile you studied here for years you
should know this weather by now.I should have taken my car but these people called on the last
minute and I couldn't postpone.I finally managed to get a taxi to Stellenbosch.
The building looking unbelievable longone would swear it touched the sky.Inside it is way too quiet
people are sitting in silence.
Me: Good morning.
Her:Hi Miss-
Me:Athabile Boikanyo.
Her:You are right on time.Take the first elevator on your rightit will take you to the last floor and there
will be someone to get you to the office.
Me: Thank you.
I get on the elevator.The moment I get to the last floor I am sweating in worry about what will
happen.Will they even want to help me?I find a guard waiting for me and leads me to the office.I am
quiet shocked to find both brothers inside.
Me:Good morning.
Liam:Missy.
He smiles and stands upgives me a hug.
Me:You are still annoying and calling me Missy.
Liam:You were the only lady that could wear heels the whole day in varsity.
Xavierhis older brother just continues looking at his phone.He barely talks actually unlike Liam.I met
them both in varsityXavier was doing his honoursLiam doing his degree.Liam complemented me
when he saw me wear heels the whole daywe became acquainted just like that.In all those years I
only heard two to three sentences from Xavier it's either he doesn't like me or he has speech
everyone tried to get his attention because he is the most beautiful man I have ever metbut we can
look but not touch.

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ATHABILE
Liam:How are you?
Me:I am doing fine thanks and you?
Liam:I am good he's good.So you have been nagging us.
Me:Do not call it nagging.
Liam:You left messagesemailsdm's you name them.
Me:I need your help.
Xavier: Everyone is asking for help.
For a moment I looked around for the person only to meet Xavier's cold light brown eyes.His accent
was thicker than his brotherhe surely spoke just fine but slow and intimidating.
Xavier:I came here for you to stare at me?Look Missy whatever is your name I don't have the whole
day you can spit whatever you want to say.Get pictures and stare at them.
Liam:Xavier nolet me talk.
I was humiliated and embarrassed by someone whom I assumed doesn't talk.
Me:I heard about what you do trying to deal with the crime in our country.
Xavier:We are definitely not trying but we are dealing with it.You should left compliments on the
suggestion boxdear.
Liam:Do not mind him he's heart broken and single.
Xavier:I didn't hear her asking you that either.
Liam:Tell me what is wrong?
Me:My sisters disappeared five months agothe police have been trying to find them but there's
nothing.The only information we got was because of youabout Katlego.
Liam:Mosia right?
Me:Yeah him.
Xavier: Just get to the point.
Me:We need your help to find him maybe he would tell us where he took my sisters.
Xavier:Are you that dumb?You think men like him will just spit everything out?Those men would
rather die than sell each other out.Now I get why you are an optometrist you truly need those
glasses.
Oh boy he surely had it for mehe had me by the throat I wanted to cry.
Liam:Atha we can't do anything in Mpumalanga unless we have full co-operation from the police
department in therethe higher ranking policemen are part of this that makes everything
impossible.We could be getting our people in danger because they are watching for every move.We
can't risk our workers' livesI am sorry.Eighty eight percent of policemen in that province have to be
put behind bars
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that there will be slight chance of finding them.They might be shippedif they are already not.
I sigh in defeatmy face feels hot as I stand up and mumble a thank you and good bye.I hear Liam
arguing with his brother as the tears fall on my face.I feel defeated as I walk down the stairs instead
of the elevator.
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PARIS[WARNING VIOLENCE]
I stand still as the whip connected with my backit felt numbmy eyes hurt and I couldn't let any tears
fall.My eyes stay on my unconscious sister on the floorYolanda's head was bleeding.
Him:You will bend under my command!
He screams as he stabs me again and again I scream in pain but that makes him more angry.He
pushes me to the floor I can't feel my body I don't know if I am fighting him and the men holding me
or not.I scream in agony as he pushes himself inside meit hurts so bad but I know the more I scream
the more he's going to push harder.Yolanda tries to stand up but she sways and fall on the floor.My
sister is still lying on the pool of blood on the floorthey shouldn't have tried to stand up for me.My
sight fadesas they take turns in raping memaybe this time I can truly die instead of being alive.I feel
something warm under my hand I already know it's my blood I feel light as I close my eyes and I can
see my family smiling at me.Only the Lord knows how much I have missed them.
Me:Mama.
She smiles and hugs me I feel myself drift off to a slumber.Am I going to hell or heaven?Maybe in
hell I think because I am no saint.

8
✓8.

PARIS[THREE MONTHS LATER]

I had a dream got everything I wanted honestly must have been a nightmare. Those were some
lines from a song by Billie Eilish I don't quiet remember the name.This song kind of had me hoping
that one day I would get everything I wanted. Growing up with rich parents was literally awesome at
first not knowing that I was being seen as prey by unknown people.I did well in school attended
charities became a public at a early age I was too perfect according to my peers. My older sister was
also a lot like me and then my second oldest sister a troublemaker. Despite our differences we were
still the perfect bunch along with my brothers. Then one night on the 31st of De-
Voice:Here is your money!
I jumped a little and looked up at the ugly man he threw the money to my face.I didn't know I was in
my own planet for this long that I didn't even hear him get off and dressed up. My body feels numb
as I slowly get dressed.I look at the mirror my collarbones are popping my back has stitches which
hurt so badthe black eye is still visibly my neck looks bruised maybe because I get choked a lot.My
sister and Yolanda walk in they just hug me I let the tears fall I can't seem to get used to this. It has
been eight months stuck here well after we were hijacked but still I can't get used to the fact that I
am a prostitute. All the time I always wake up in the middle of everything because I still fight these
people so they just bang my head and carry me to bed. They don't even use drugs to make us numb
apparently our clients don't want addicts.
Yolanda:I am sorry Paris.
My sister wipes the tears from my face before whizzingshe almost falls but we catch her.
Me:I thought they said they will get her a doctor.
Yolanda:They did but he told them that she needs a real hospital.This wound is not healing Parisit
has been three months now I am really worried about her.
She has a very nasty wound which I believe is right on her pancreas she got stabbed fighting for me
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after they stabbed my back until I blacked out. I was out for a week at least Landa has a scar on her
head. Do you think it stopped them for doing whatever they wanted on my body? They saw an
opportunity for themselves while I laid half dead.We walk with her to our room Yolanda gets the
water to clean the wound.
Her:Love.
I stare at my sister she always called me that because of my name. City of Love.
Me:Riri.
Her:Me and Yolanda have put a great plan for you.
Me:Huh?Not this again.
Her:You are escaping on Thursday.
In two days?
Me:That is impossible.
Yolanda:I still have everything we came with the two thousand rands I had with me.
Me:NoI can't leave you here.
Her:We will all die if we do that you are still young enough to start over Paris.
Yolanda:I already written down the address of my house down the keys and everything. Your ID and
license are still in the bag.
Me:Please I don't want to leave you here. I can't.
Her:They leave on Wednesday night each week and come back Friday morning we need you out
because we can't live for long. Look at me.
Yolanda:You have a chance Paris in living again.Look at your sistershe doesn't look so goodthe truth
is I am not sure how long she can survive.
I sigh and watch Yolanda clean the wound.Yolanda whizzes and sits down that's what happened
when they fought for me they took her treatment for Diabetes and told her that she must be brave
and face death.I give her the glass of water.
Me:I am sorrythis is all my fault I should have stopped fighting them.
Her:No baby I admire you for staying true to yourself because of that I have hope for you that one
day you will be what you want and you will stand for it.I am proud that one day the kids you will teach
will see you as a role model.A true mbokodo.(A true rock).
I just let the tears fall as I cry in pain.
Yolanda:Do not cry you look ugly.
Me:Hayihayi Landa.(Nono Landa)
She wipes the tears on my face making me smile.
Her:There is that beautiful smile that drove those boys from Brits high crazy.
Me: You are crazy.
Yolanda:Take this chance baby.
Her:I don't have that longwe don't have that longLanda hasn't gotten her treatment for three months
now.She is lucky to be still here.This infected wound is going to kill me baby.
I just hold their hands.
Me:I will do it.
They weakly smile.

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✓9.

PARIS
I watched them through the window as they leave locking us inside the building.I still had no clue
where we were because all I could see were trees.I move back and go back to my seat.Both
Yolanda and RiRi were lying on the bedsLanda was trying so hard to breath normally RiRi looked
pale like there was no blood running in her body.I stare at the back pack and sigh.I check my
sistershe is still sleeping I check her temperature it was still a bit normal.Landa is burning upher
temperature has been rising each and every hourwhich worries me.I grab the bucket of water and
wipe her.She seems to calm down I sit on the chair and put my head on top of the bed.
•••••••••••••••••••••••••••
I didn't think I was going to sleep I felt someone shaking me only to meet my sister's worried eyes.
Her:You were not suppose to sleep look the sun is on its way.
I look at the watchit was past four in the morning.
Me:I-
Her:Take the bag I already opened the window for you.
Me:At least let me wake Landa so I can say bye.
Her:The other girls are going to wake up soon you have to leave now.Landa needs to re-st.
I take the back pack and hurry to the window.I pause with tears on my faceI quickly turn to RiRi who
was trying so hard to stand still I hug her.
Me:I love you.
Her:I love you too baby.
I stare at Landa to find her covered with a blanketI tense and RiRi pushes me away.
Me:Noshe is not.
Her:Leave Bathabile!Now!
She screams making me jump off the window with a heavy heart.I run with tears falling I didn't care
about the thorns and branches as I ran blindly.I cried in silence as I ran I cried for the girl who died
knowing that I was embarking on a new journey I cried for the dying sister I was leaving behind with
no hope of ever seeing her.My chest felt tightmy legs felt tied but I continued running I wasn't going
to stop now.I heard a hoot I turned I was about to cross a very busy road.I pause in fear
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I look at the sign marking the route to Gauteng.I don't even have a sign to hikeI take out the shoes
from the bag and wore them.The sun is rising as I keep trying to stop some cars.After fifteen
minutesa car goes pass but stops.It reservesmy heart stops wondering if I was about to be taken
back to that hell.I find a young white woman inside the car.
Her: Sorry I was busy on the phone I only noticed when I went past you.I could use some company
in this car.
I hesitate before getting inside the car.
Me:Hi.
Her:My name is Paula and yours?
Me:Paris.
Her:Where are you headed?
Me: Cape Town.
Her:Do you mind if I use the route to Bloem?I am heading to Cape Town too.
Me: I don't mind.
Her:Why didn't you book a bus in Nelspruit?
I tense.
Her:Sorry sorry it's just not every day you pick up someone far from civilization.
Me:I get it sometimes we are left with no choice but leave our loved ones behind.
I know she might be confusedat least she shuts up.I sigh in relief because finally I am free.Deep
down I knew how scared I was of being out after this long.
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RIRI
I cried as I wrapped her with the sheet other girls watched in silence and fear.She was deadat least
something good came out of thismy baby sister was long gone.I sat on the floor in tears because of
the pain from the wound and losing Landa.
Me:"Mikhulu ingumangaliso
Imisebenzi yakhe imisebenzi yakhe
NkosiuThixouSomandla×2
UnguMdali weentlanga"
I hear the ladies follow as I sing the song in tears.
Dali:I am so sorry.
••••••••••••••
I could hear noise echoing around me I open my eyes I couldn't move.I looked at the woundit was
bleeding again.
Him:Where is she?
Dali:She was here we don't know where she went.
Him:Paris Boikanyo you better come out wherever you are!Find her!As for you.
He pulls me up making me bleed more but I don't have any energy to fight him.
Kat: She doesn't look so good.
Him:She better hope I find her sister or she's joining her friend soon.
He squeezes my throat I see dots forming in my eyes I can't breath.
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Kat:Boss she's not moving!
Him:Gooddo a CPR.Is any of you lying about Paris?
They shake their heads in fear.
Kat:There is no pulse boss she's not breathing.
Katlego looked scared as he stared at the unmoving Rethabileshe looked so pale.
Him:Make sure they are dead and drop them at home making sure Paris gets the message
wherever she thinks she can go.I am going to find her.Call Detective Meyer and tell him about our
little escapee tell him I want him on the case.

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PARIS
We made a whole lot of stops on our way to Cape Town I couldn't sleep a wink knowing I was on the
run.We spent almost three to four hours in Bloemfontein because of the traffic and the shopping
Paula did.Then when we got to Barkley East we had to wait for hours for a new tyre.It was early
morning FridayCape Town came to view.
Her:So where are you going to?
I take the paper from my pocket.
Me:Newlands.
Her:I know I wasn't the best driver at all so because of that let me take you thereonly if you allow me
to go pass a company.
Me:I don't mind.
She drives between the busy traffic I am quiet shocked by the people up and down so early.It was
freezing cold outsideso much for Spring day.She parks in front of the longest building in this
placeshe walks out with a woman that looks like her a bit.
Her:Hey Paristhis is my sister Sofia.
Me:Hi.
Sofia:She told me about you being new around here I love new people.Do you have anything you
are good at?
Me:I really don't know.
Sofia:The moment I find a job I will call you.Bye.
She leaves.
Her:The address.
Me:15th Avenue.
••••••••••••••••••••
I bid my goodbyes to Paula and stand before the gate.I press the security code there's grass
growing on the driveway.The yard looks like a jungle the house stands looking beautiful.I open the
front doorit is not that dirty inside except the dust.There are two bedroomsan open plan kitchen and
dining room.Everything is placed together.I put the backpack down and lie on the couch.I can't seem
to sleep at all.I go to the bathroom looking for things I can use to clean.
Two hours later I look at the clean househalf of the grass is cut I found a machine in the garage that
I could use to cut it.There was a car a Chevrolet Sparkle in the garageit didn't look old.I continue
cutting the grass even though my body felt so hot. The moment I finish cleaning the sun is on its way
to setting.I take a bath and make myself a cup of coffee before heading to the dining room.I turn the
TVthe news are just starting.
News Reporter:Good evening.Two bodies were discovered this afternoon in the front yard of
Minister of Higher Education and Training
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News Reporter:Good evening.Two bodies were discovered this afternoon in the front yard of
Minister of Higher Education and TrainingShona Boikanyo.One of the bodies was of Rethabile
Boikanyowho disappeared with her younger sister on the 31st of December last year.We have Lydia
Jones outside the house right now.Lydia.
Her: Good afternoonwe are here in Brits outside Minister Boikanyo's house.According to our
sourceMrs Boikanyo walked out after the intercom rang only to find two body bags.She called the
policeonly to find out that it was one of her missing daughters and unknown young woman.
News Reporter:That was Lydia reporting live from the Boikanyo house.
I turn the TV I screamed hitting the vase.My sister diedYolanda died and I could be next.What was I
going to do now?
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ATHABILE
Me:No one should know about this Ma even the policewe can't afford to get her killed.
Mom:How are we suppose to find your sister?
Me: From what I knowthere are some policemen working for these people.We won't be able to do
anything about this now.
NK:But?
Me:The Vorcans can help us nowI believe they won't resist helping us.
Mangi:Do you think they can help us?
Me:YesI do believe.
Dad comes back.
Him:The transfer is donewe have to move her as soon as possible.
Mangi:Let me get going then Gauteng is not around the corner.
Me:You should fly with her.
Mom:Is she going to be okay?
Mangi:She lost too much blood that's why her pulse was too faintwe made a transfusion she's going
to be fine.
Mom: What are we going to tell the police?
Me:Nothing until we are sure she's safeBathabile is still out there Ma telling the police could be
dangerous.

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✓11.

ATHABILE
I was bouncing back and forth as I waited in the office for the two brothers.They walk in.
Liam:You couldn't even sit down?
Me:I just couldn't.
Xavier:We won't be talking to you while standing.
I sit down.
Liam: I saw the news I am sorry.
Me:This is why I am here.
Liam:Ok?
Me: What if we give you all the information you need to find the base?
Xavier: Shouldn't you be using that info to find your little sister?
Me:We can't.
Liam:Missy we don't follow.
Me: What I think they didthey thought both were dead.
Liam:Huh?
Me:Only one is dead.
Xavier:So they dropped them thinking they are both dead?
Me:My sister was unconscious not deadas we are speaking she's awake after three weeks of being
in the hospital.
They looked shocked.
Liam: The police?
Me:We just asked my brother to sign up the death certificate and transfer her to Gauteng's
Baragwanath.So yes my sister is alive.
Xavier:Did she tell you anything?
Me: Except that she won't say anything until we find Bathabile.
Liam:We need information from her.
Me:She is in a state where now she says thisthen she says something else.She is slipping between
reality and a world she has created.Every moment we mention Bathabileshe says "Find her so I can
find peace".Her mind has created a world where she can't feel anything.
Xavier: She's suffering from psychotic disordershe won't be normal until she gets what she wants or
goes through therapy.
Me: I don't know about sending her to a psychiatrist even putting objects around her.She stabs
herself with anything she can findwe had to cut her hair because she's pulling it.
Liam: What do you want us to do?
Me: You need to find Katlego he's the only one who can lead us to her.
Xavier:You have to let us get our own team to help your sisterthey are the best and have helped the
women recovered from these traffickers.
Me:Thank you.
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PARIS
I haven't been eating anything actually I only ate bread I made from the flower I found in the house
and rice since everything else was rotten.Three weeks I haven't gone out of the house in fear that
they may find me.Today was a new day I guess I start the car turning the GPS navigator onI was
going to a shop.I was on the crossroads when everything seemed to changeit seems like I was back
on the day we were kidnapped.I heard a scream and came back to reality as a car came straight to
me.I couldn't movenow I understand that I was on the wrong side of the road.The tyres screeched
and it stopped a few feets away from me.I hear a knock on the window.
Man:Young lady are you okay?
Me:I
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I walk out of the caroh my god I almost caused an accident.The car I was going to hit looked so
expensive and way beyond what I can afford.I literally stopped on the wrong side of the road thank
God there weren't other cars coming my way.It was the car that was following me and the expensive
car skewed before mine.Then a man walks out in anger.
Him: What on earth is wrong with you?Are you trying to cause an accident?Are you blind?
I jump in fear and move backthe woman who screamed is right next to me as I cower in fear.
Me:I am so sorry I was just-I am sorry I didn't mean to.
I didn't know that I was cryinghe finally pauses and looks at mehis face softens a bit.
Him:Tell your parents about thisor I will have you arrested for underage driving.
He takes his phone and takes a picture of the plate and went back to his car.
Woman:Are you okay? Your car swayed first but you didn't seem to be in the car.
Me:I was in a car accident weeks agoso I decided to drive today I should have known that I wasn't
ready.
Man: You should attend therapy young lady.Do you even have license to drive?
Me:Yes I do.Thank you.
They head back to their car and drive off.Something laid on the ground shining I pick it up to find out
it's a silver card.I guess it fell off from the man I am sure he will call the police then I will have this
waiting for him.It's an access card to somewhere I turn it around to find a initials "XV"and
emblem.Let me leave and get to where I was going.
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I walk inside the shop a little paranoidthere was too much noise as I try to cover my face driving the
trolley.I feel eyes watching me as I get inside the shop I quickly try to get everything with the money
Landa had in her bag and house.I grab everything I need and head to the till to pay I hurried went
straight to the car.I take a deep breath and drive away from the shop.

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XAVIER
Liam: Are you sure you want to be involved in this?
Me:We are both executives Liam why wouldn't I be involved?
Liam: You know you need to tone it down a bit on this anger.
Me: I know.
Liam: What happened?
Me: I almost got in a car accident with a car driven by a child.
Liam:What?
Me:She drove on the wrong lane I swear my heart stopped as my brakes couldn't take the sudden
force but it stopped few feets away.
Liam:Why would she do that?
Me:I have met stupid drivers but this one is going through somethingshe was jumpy and
crying.That's what happens when parents leave their children with car keys.
Liam: I am sure she cried because you shouted at her.
I pocket myself.
Liam:What?
Me:My Access card it's not herewait I had it on my hand when I walked out of the car.Damn it!
Liam:Anger problems.
Me: Just call someone to track it I will drive back to Newlands.
Liam: You went to her grave didn't you?
Me:Call someone to track down the card brother.
•••••••••••••••••••
I arrive on the spot and I can't seem to find it anywhere just as I was about to enter the car the
similar car goes pass me.I follow it my phone rings.
Liam: It's on the move on the Avenue street.
Me:Got it.
The car stops in front of a gatethe girl walks out as I park across the streetshe looks around before
pressing the code she's surely paranoid.The moment she gets inside the car I walk out of mineshe
drives inside and goes to park inside the garage.I wait as the garage door closes I wait outside
hoping she would come out.I stand for a good old fifteen minutes and all of a sudden the gate
closes.I knock at the door and nobody answers.The door opens I am blocked by the burglar.She
looks terrified.
Me:Are your parents here?
Her:No
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Me:Are your parents here?
Her:Nono Sir.The-y went on a business trip overseas but my brothers are on their way.
Me:Oh I dropped a card and I tracked it to here and you kind of locked me inside.
She leaves I swear I saw very nasty scars on her back since she was wearing a vest.Before I can
lookshe disappears and comes back so fast.
Her:Here Sir.
Her hand is shaking as she hands the card to the moment our fingers touch she jumps back and
looks more terrified.
Me: Can you at least give me your parents' number.
Her:You-you can ju-st come here if you want to talk to them I am sorry about what almost happened.
Me:It i-
She closes the door on my face and the gate opens .
Me:Okay.
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PARIS
I watch as the man leaves the yard I was so careless I should never forget the remote ever again.I
close it as he leaves the yard I sit in front of the TV I can't hear anything playing.Thank God the WiFi
was paid for three years.I literally ran to the desktop computer and turn it on.
Me:The emblem had an eagle or falcon with some strange language underneath then the initials
.Google come on.Huh?Who on earth is this?No wonder he tracked the card he's rich.Executive
chairperson of The Vorcans multi companythey have judgeslawyers and investigators.Ohh so they
are like some sort of government?Wait they have covered prostitution ringsdrug smuggling
embezzlement etc these people are rich.Would they even help me?
I have to admit that this guy is hot for a white guy.
Me:Since when Bathabile?I should not even think about having a crush on him.Remember men are
dangerous.
I go back to the TV and I just stare at it.

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PARIS
Him:You really thought you could run away from me?Huh?
Me:I am sorry I didn't mean to please don't hurt me.
The whip connects with my back making me scream in pain Landa and RiRi are on the floor dead.I
cry as I stare at their lifeless bodies on the floor.
Him: This is what happens when you think you are clever than me.I will find you and I am going to
chop you into pieces.
I scream and I fall flat on the floor I am sweating.
Me:Was just a nightmare nothing much.
I walk out of the room to the kitchen I take out some biscuits and sit in front of the TV.I look at the
computer I argue with myself before going back to it.I check the website and I fill in the information
and wait for a response.I was going through some info about Cape Town when I stumbled upon a
hospital psychologist who doesn't charge you for booking a personal appointment with hershe only
wants to help.The screen beeps I check the email and I am quiet shocked to see that she has
accepted and wants to see me tomorrow morning.It has been two months since I have been here I
can't seem to leave the house I keep hallucinating having these nightmares making me worried
about walking out of the house I am scared of being taken again I am scared someone will recognise
me and tell my family.I have tried overdosing with pills but instead I vomited all of them leaving me
with cramps for days.
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I swear I know this building as I head inside.I walk to the receptionist desk .
Me:Hi.
The woman is busy picking up some papers.
Her:I am just picking up thesegive me a moment.Oh welcome to The Vorcans multi company.
Huh?
Her:Wait you are Parisright?
Me:Sofia?Oh wow small world.
Her:Yeah so how can I help you?
Me:I have an appointment with Dr Du Toit.
Her: Fourth floorfirst room on your left.
Me:Thank you.
I get inside the elevator as this other man walks in I am trying not to panic.
Him:I don't give a damn about boundariesfind him and I don't care if you bring him with one legfind
him!
I jump a bit as he shouts on the phone.
Him:Sorry about that people can be annoying.
I just mumble an oh.
Him:Are you new here?
Me:I have an appointment.
The elevator stops on the second floor another man walks in I can see from the shoes.
Man:Did they find him?
I looked up so fast to meet the side of his facemy hands are sweating I hear voices and I can't breath
my chest is tight.
Him:Xavier they are trying to do everything the-
Xavier:I don't give a damn about trying men I want something solid or they are out of jobs.Liam get
those results about that boy yourself if you have to I run a court not a playgroundmake sure they
remember that.
Then it goes silentthe moment it stops at the fourth floor I legit ran.I quickly knock at the door in fear.
Voice:Come in.
I step inside and quickly close the door.
Her:Are you okay?
Me:I am fine I am good.
Her: You must be Paris.
Me:Yesyes.
Her:Dr du Toit is just my maiden surname otherwise I am Dr Vorcan.
Me: You are related to the owners?
Her:I must really be looking young then Paris I am their mother.
Me:What? The scary angry man is your son?
Her:Yes my little angel that would be Xavier.I have three boys and three girls.
Me:What?
Her:XavierPaulaLiam
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Me: You look beautiful.
Her:Thank you.So what can I help you with?
Me: I saw your website and I um.
Her: Should check it out and see if it works.Now it doestell me about you.What is your name?
Me:Ba-Paris.
Her:Age?
Me: Turning 19.
Her: I am not going to ask why you are here without a guardian because sometimes teens need to
do everything by themselves in order to be able to talk to their parents.Where are they?
Me:Dead.
She looks shocked.
Her:Any guardian?
Me:No.
Her: For how long?
Me:Ten months.
Her:So what do you eat?
Me:Some groceries I managed to buy with the money I had.
Her:Do you have a boyfriend?
Me:No.
Her:Are you virgin?
Me:No.
Her:So you have dated? What happened?
Me:He said I was too fat for him I kind of lost weight now.
Her: You should never let a man make you think otherwise about yourself.
Me:They terrify me.
She looks worried I can't believe I let that slip.
Me: It's ju-
Her:Don't explain anything.So Paris so far you are running from something or someone you are not
sitting still because you think whatever will find you.All these questions have made me realise that
you have trained yourself on the family questionsno emotion because you are lying. Then I ask you
the other questions you answer with emotionmen do terrify you that is 100 percent truth.So Paris
what is going on with you?
I stare at her in horror.
Me:No.
Her: You forgot to pull the polo neck up my lovethose bruise look healed which means you did
escape whoever hurt you but again my love what is going on with you?
I can't breath I think I am having a panic attack.I get on my feet and ran to the doormy eyesight is
blurry I don't know where I am going I hear someone calling me.I am trying to find something I can
hold on to but I can't find it I have stopped runningscared of falling but I walk away from the voice
calling me.I collide with a wall I move to the side and someone screams.Why can't I hear what they
are saying?I feel the ground disappear under my feetis that even possible?I hear a bang as I fall on
the stairs I cover my head in fear.I reach the end of the stairs I can't believe I didn't scream all this
time.
Her:Oh my god!Paris?
Man: What happened?
Her:She was running.Paris my dear are you okay?
My body really hurt but I had to stand up I opened my eyes to see a lot of eyes looking at me
worried.
Her: Please move away give her space she's having a panic attack.
I didn't know I was breathing hard now.
Her:Heyhey it's mebreath slow.They are not going to hurt you that is a promise.
Man:Are you sure she doesn't have any broken ribs?The stairs are not short.
Her:Xavier please when she finally calms down I would like for you to be gone just trust me.
I hear mumbling then silence I can breath as I try standing upmy ribs hurt as I lean on the wall.
Her: Don't strain your body you just fell off 100 stairs.
What?No wonder I feel pain everywhere.
Me:I am sorry I have to go.
Her: I know you don't want to see a doctorat least go to a clinic.
I limp to the closest elevator with her watching methe moment it closes I bite my tongue in pain.

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PARIS
Going to a clinic after two days proven to be a lot harder plus I had no clue about getting in a taxi.I
have never went to a clinic in my entire life I always went to doctors so I had no clue about going to a
clinic.They gave me pain medssome rubbing stuff and antibiotics.I laid in bed the whole day trying to
figure out what I should do next.I couldn't live like this anymore I had to do something fast too.I had
to get a job something to keep me busy from these nightmares.Wait I couldn't even survive free
counseling.How would I accept working with men?I get uptake a bath before looking for jobs that
don't need much infocleaner job for example babysitting and others.
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ATHABILE
Me:I hope these people can help her.
Liam:They are very qualified psychiatrists highly recommended.You see her?
Me:The woman with grey hair?
Liam: She's barely thirty but the best in worldshe connects with the patients she's what you call a
healer.She is Dr Zwane.
Me:Healers exist?
Liam:I am not really a saint I don't know church stuff but whatever was given to her by God it's
working trust me.
I don't know if I should believe them or what but I just nod.We walk into the room to find the family
inside waiting.
Mom:Thank God you are here I was getting worried.
The woman who is a healer whispers something to Xavier.
Xavier:Mrs Boikanyo please give Dr Zwane a picture you have that has all of youmove back and
keep quiet.
I hand the frame which was hanging on the wallwe move back.The doctors check her as she sat
unmovingthen the woman holds her hand.
Her:This is going to be worse than other cases I have came crossshe doesn't want to heal.
She takes the picture and holds it to her eyelevel she keeps pointing at every person but skipping
Parisshe points on her finally.This seem to get a reaction out of her as she tries to grab the picture
screaming.
RiRi:Find her! Find her!
They hold her back.
Her:Who is she?
RiRi:My little sistershe needs me I should have died so I could protect her.
Her: You would have been her guardian angel.
She smiles.
RiRi:Yes I would have been wearing a long white dress with white bunny ears she would have loved
that.
Her: You know most people call me a guardian angel because I am spiritual healer.
RiRi:So you are like a real angel?
The way she was talkingit was like she was a child again.
Her:So I want to be a guardian angel like youis that okay with you?
RiRi:Are you going to help find her?
Her:We are going to find her me and you how about that?
RiRi:She hated being called princessshe loved pizza.She le-
She pauses and looks around with wide eyes.
RiRi:Nono get him away from me!I won't talk please don't hurt me!I won't say anythingyes I won't.
They tried calming her down until they decided to sedate her.
••••••••••••••••••••
Her:Her mind is not really strongthis might take longer than I had imagined.For now I need you to do
a little exercise take down every picture don't mention her little sister.Put notes on the wall
mentioning things they did
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using the little sister's favourite colour.Put them on the wall without saying anything about it.
Mom:Are you prophetess?All these doctors couldn't even make her talk.
Her: You can say that but I am spiritual healer when I connect with people I can definitely see what
do they need healing from sometimes I don't have to connect to know what is wrong.In this case she
doesn't want to be healed until what she lost comes back working with her is going to be
challenging.She doesn't want to see any other light except her little sistershe already accepted that
she was going to die and protect her but that didn't happen.XavierLiam move fast very fast too
because I am telling you once whoever you are dealing with has a powerful backup.
Dad:What do you mean?
Her:Baba this person sold his soul to the devilno one escapes him and lives to tell the truth.We are
most probably talking about a very rich man with a beautiful family.He is feeding the demon of lust
inside him.Him and the demon are onewhich means they can't be separated.
Mom:He worships the devil?Can this get any dangerous than we can imagine?
Her: That demon is likely to come for her if it realises she's alive and might drive her to a breaking
point.
Dad:How on earth are we suppose to fight this?
Her:Do the first task I will bring someone who will guide you on what to do.We need to focus on
making her stay in reality for a bit longer so we can find more about where she was held.
Mangi:This is a lot worse than I can handle December is in few weeks timewe are finishing a year
without my little sister.
Her: Remember to prayfast and pray I have come across someone who sold his soul to the
devilmany lives were lost I couldn't see for a yearso please don't take the power of prayer lightly.
_______________
MRS BOIKANYO
I haven't gone to church for over three decades I don't even know if God can even recognise me
now.I don't know if I should start praying now I don't know about fasting or him hearing me.
Shona:Sivuyelwe.
I look at him and sigh.
Me:I just can't do it.
Shona:You have to face what made you stop going to church you have to for your own good and for
our children.
Me:No Shona!That churchmy parentsthose elders along with that pastorkilled me Shona.I almost
lost Nkanyezi because of them! What they did to mewha-t tho-those Christians did to me.
Shona:My loveplease listen your parents are still alive that pastor died after confessing mentioning
everyone those elders are sorry for believing in the man of god.You don't want to forgive themnow
that has affected our children you taught them perfection checking their phones because you wanted
to make sure they don't make a mistake that will make you hurt them.Love we haven't been the best
parents to our children forgiving is the start in fixing that relationship.You need to accept what
happened to you need to forgive yourself and them.This has to stop Sivuyelwewe are facing
something we can fight if we just accept our mistakes and ask for forgivenessask for a forgiving
heart.
Me:I want to Shona I really do but nono.No!No!I can't!

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✓15.

[FLASHBACK]
MRS BOIKANYO
Mom:This child has shamed us Pastorshe has forgotten the ways of our lord.
Pastor: What has our fellow Christian has done MamTshawe?
Mom:Umithi.(She is pregnant).
Pastor:Sister is that the truth?
I just look down and don't answer my parents were what I called hardcore Christianswe ate the word
of God each and every day..I was always by their side until this new family moved next door to our
housea single Sotho father with a son and two daughters.Of course my parents invited them over
dinnerslunches and suppersI remember the first time meeting Shonait was love at first sight.We
spent time togetherwent to the same school and church.My parents were still strict and straight I
remember the night me and Shona made loveour parents were in a conference in Thaba Nchu
leaving us to look after his siblings since they were younger.My brother was in his housemy oldest
sister in her own house and I was left alone.Being so inexperienced had gotten us to this messmy
parents hid methey fastedprayed for the demons to leave me.Then Shona and his dad came to my
home to acknowledge that he has impregnated me that is when hell broke loose.They were called
satanists who were trying to lead me astray.
Dad:Umithiswe ngumgqakhwe kubo bonke abafana abakhoyo.(She has been impregnated by a
bastard child out of all young men here.)
Me: He's no bastard child.
Pastor:There is a verse that says"Hlonipha uyihlo nonyoko ukuze yolulwe iiminyaka yakho
emhlabeni"(Respect your father and mother so the days of your life could be prolonged).
Me: There's no need for Baba to call another child of god a bastard Pastor.
My mood swings were playing with me.
Mom:Uyamva?(Do you hear her?)
Dad:MaCirha!
Pastor:We need to pray for this demon in her.
Me: I have no demon.
Pastor:Fellow Christians hold hershe needs prayers.
The Pastor walked out and came back with a bottlethey forced me to drink the holy water so I did.
END OF FLASHBACK
I remember everything they said after making me drink the holy water they labelled me as a
Jezebel.I laid on the hospital bed.
Shona:I am sorry.
Me: They helped the Pastor shove that poison deep in my throat and had the nerve to say it was on
mecalled me a murderer even after the doctor explained how I got the poison.They threw me
outShonamy siblings stood there disappointednot even once they stood by me.I was humiliated in
front of everyone labelled as a liar and devil worshipper.Did they even try talking to me after the
Pastor confessed?No this is unfairwhere was God?The same people who called themselves his
children did this to meNkanyezi would have died.Is this why I am so controlling?Is this why my
children would rather stay away from me?I am just like themaren't I?
I cry for the past rooted in pain.
NK: You are not like them.
I look at my children standing at the door.
Atha:Mama we would have dealt with this together you should have told us.
Mangi: You didn't want us to have no option that is why you pushed ussneaked in our businesses
because you wanted us to have something to hold on to just in case something goes wrong.
NK:I am really sorry for everything I said to you I am really sorry Mama.
Me:Come here.
I just hold them with tears spiralling out of control.
Shona:We are here Mamiwe are with you all the way.
Me:Thank you.
Mangi:We have to go to church!
NK:Argh suit.
Atha:The devil worshipper!
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PARIS
I stood at the door trying so hard to think about my decision to come back here after weeks.I finally
knock and enter.
Her: You are right on time.Let me walk Mr Brown out you can sit down.
They walk out I just stand looking around. The office is big and neat I just look at the pictures
hangingshe has a very beautiful family.Wait?This is the Paula that helped me and the receptionist is
her daughter?
Her:Sofia works as a receptionist part timePaula is a married woman and a social worker.I guess our
careers interact with each other.
Me:Such a big family.
Her:All my children are successful I am left with the ten years old twin to look after.Paula is
marriedLiam tooSofia is engaged and I just don't know about Xavier.
Me:Who would want to marry him?
I gasp when I realise that I said that out loud
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Me:Who would want to marry him?
I gasp when I realise that I said that out loudshe laughs.
Her:I don't condone how harsh he can be but I understand why he's like that he's hurt but we are not
here to talk about him.Let's talk about me.
Me:You?
Her:Ask any question.
Me:Umm I don't know.
Her:Have you read about the organisation?
Me:Yes.
Her:Goodlet me tell you a little story.My mother was born hereat the young age of nineteenshe
drugged and trafficked to Mexico.Three years later she gave birth to meshe had to hide me from her
bossesnot because she didn't want them to know she had a child but for my safety.I had to hide
under the bed when the men came.I had to stay with my neighbour so I could be a little safer I grew
up in an environment where I didn't know what was wrong nor right.It was right after my 16th
birthday party when the boss showed up unannounced demanding that my mother hands me over to
him.I was his daughter after all.He killed her and took mehe was shipping me to Russia his
hometown.His plans were ruined by the Vorcansstory short I was saved.I ran from menif they shout
at me I would start apologising for things I didn't doif they touched me I would do nothing thinking
they would hurt me.I am trying to make you see that the grass is not greener on the other sidethere
are people who have suffered far worse things than meat least I lived to tell the story atleast I
suffered all other abuses except sexual.I have learnt to talk about things I have learnt that those
scars are what make me Anna Du Toitshaping me to be a better mother no matter whata better wife
who knows her value.
We sit in silence as she stares at me.
Me:I had dreams to become a teacherConsumer StudiesEnglish and Xhosa teacher but I had to be
taken.She told me that night we were taken that Mosia was pointing out girls that would be taken.I
just assumed she was drunk but I was wrong.I was wrong for coming here I am sorry I have to go.
Her: Don't you think your family would love to know that you are alive?
I pause at the door.
Me: What use am I to them?I got my sister killed I should have never fought those men.
Her:So you should have let them do whatever they want on your body?
Me: Fighting them made things worsethey would whip me until I blackedthen take turns raping
methey stabbed me on my thighs and back.They stabbed my sister on the stomach I saw on the
news they killed her and they are coming for methey will find me.So what use am I to my family if I
show up?I will bring them only pain and suffering.
Her:What use are you on the run? You hiding in a house with nothing to last youif they are meant to
find youthey will find you.I just told you a story of being saved you also can be helped but that can't
happen if you don't talk to me.When you leave I want you to talk to yourself as to why you are here
and what for? You need to talk Paris your nightmares will not go away if you keep running.
A knock echoes at the door I open the door letting the woman in.
Woman:Sorry I didn't know you had a visitor.
Her:Thuli what do I owe you?
Woman:Money.Do you mind if I steal Mrs Vorcan for a moment?
I shake my head and sit down next to her.
Woman:Paris is a nice name.
I didn't know I was writing my name on my hand.
Her: It's her name.
Woman:Whoever named you surely loved Paris.
Me: According to my father I was conceived and born in Paris.
Woman:Seems like he's a straight man.
Why was I feeling comfortable around her?
Woman:It is a gift people who are hurting tend to feel my spiritual power and talk around me.I am Dr
Thuli Zwanea psychiatrist working for the Vorcans.
Was that even possible?
Me:Paris.
Woman: You will heal don't give uppray you will heal your spirit is still intact which surprises me.You
are a lot stronger than you can imagineall you have to do is believe in yourself.
I look at the woman confusedshocked and surprised.I bid my goodbyes and leave.

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PARIS
I walked out of the elevator and find people all over the placemy hands sweatmy heart rate
increases and I quicken my pace as I try to walk out without bumping anyone.I am hurrying to the
car when I almost collide with a car.I stand frozen before the car.Should I run to mine or? It's him I
move back in fear of him shouting at me.He looked pissed then he stares at me as I stand frozen.
Him: I didn't hurt you?
I just shake my head.
Him:Are you sure?
Me:Ye-ss.
Him:Look left and on your right before crossing.
His brother gasps at himhe was really acting like I was 6.
Me:Yes Sir.
Him:I am sure me and your father are not the same agecall me Mr Vorcan instead of Sir.
His brother looks at him and mumbles something under his breath.
Me:Can I leave?
Him:No need to ask.
____________________
XAVIER
Liam: You amaze me brother you truly do.
Me: What?
Liam; What happened to kids annoy you?Emilia and Aiden annoy you.
Me:This one is going through somethingit has my mother having sleepless nights Liam.I would forget
about annoying kids if those kids have problems making our mother this stressed.Plus it hurts you
knowseeing a girl so young not enjoying lifebut looking scaredshe even asked for permission to
leave.
Liam: I can't wait to tell Mom about this for once you show feelings .
Me:I am only human.
Liam:Shady.
He walks out laughing.Being successful doesn't mean everything is smooth.Mom told us the story of
how she grew up making me realise that us men were entitled when it comes power.We use the fact
that we are stronger than women to hurt and persecute them.We see them as money making
machine because in the end we are stronger than them so they have no choice to do as we
want.Sometimes I wonder what goes through their mind when planning to kidnap a girl it's sickening
when this person has daughters too but hurt other people's daughters.I am no saint I have used the
fact that I was rich and stronger to trap a woman from leaving me.I emotionally and mentally abused
her to a point she tried killing herself.That time I was asking myself why would she leave me for
another man?I felt betrayed and used by herI felt entitled to herall of a sudden I wanted her to give
me each and every cent I spent on her.Then my mother decided to tell us the story of her life making
me realise that I was just like these men I trapped a woman for my own good.I took responsibility of
what I have doneletting her go and now she's happily married.Then I guess I didn't really learn my
lesson because I changed women like socks until I fell in love.That was the most amazing year of
my lifeshe was so beautifulcarefree and amazing.We were so in lovethe tabloids literally followed us
like bees to honey.They were saying that I was finally tamed from my reckless behaviour.What I
didn't know was that I had a targetshe was sent to kill me after I uncovered three prostitution rings
sentencing the men to life in prison.Their associates sent her to kill meinstead she fell for me.She
never told me until the day she took a bullet for me I hated her for thatshe died knowing I hated
her.In her funeral I realised that falling in love with someone can be dangerous if she didn't love me
she would have killed me but she didn't I admitted to being wrong but she was dead.What I had for
her was pure love and I had no intentions of hurting her but I guess karma knows everyone's door.I
forgave her but I couldn't bring myself to love another woman after I just couldn't.Mother says the
anger I feel towards women is the same women feel towards men after being hurt.Now I understood
that this life is a cyclewhat I do wrong to someone right now could rotate slowly until it comes back to
bite me.I knew very well.
Her:Hey.
Me:Mandy what are you doing here?
Her: Can't I come to see my boyfriend at work?
Me:I am busy here can't you see?
Her:You have been busy for weeks Xavier you don't call or send a message I am the one making
efforts.
Me:We have a huge case that needs our attention.
Her:A weekend together wouldn't hurt your case you are always busy as if you are the only one
working here.Your brother even manages to go on a weekend away with his wife.
Me: I can never be my brother Mandy.
Her:Then try acting like a boyfriend maybe I won't have to compare you to him.
Me:I will call you later.
Her:Oh no you are not getting rid of me that easily Xaviernot after I saw the skirt your PA is wearing.I
am staying here.
I look at her as she sits comfortable on the chair and goes through her phone.If on cue the PA walks
in she's wearing a very short dress maybe she should bend a little.
PA:Mr Vorcan um Advocate Kingsley is here.
Me:Send him in.
Mandy stares at me and shakes her head as the PA walks out.Kingsely walks in.
Me:The man of the hour.
Him:Always have been this dramatic Vorcan.
Me: I could never reach your level.Oh this is Mandymy girlfriend.
Him:Hello his girlfriend I am quiet surprised that he's dating.
Her: What is that suppose to mean?
Him:He doesn't get in a relationship with feelings.
Oh boy!
Him:Not after his one true love diedoh she was beauty with brains that one. Grace Midfieldmay her
soul rest in peace.
Mandy looks madshe stands up and walk out.
Him:Since when do you have monitors?
Me:You are so rude.
We laugh I know he always does this if he doesn't like the woman I am with.He believes that my
soulmate is out there waiting for me.
Him: I have to protect you that's what best friends are for.
Me: I have to face an angry woman after you leave.
Him:You shouldn't be having a problem with that I am sure money will shut her up.Be Dj Khaled and
give her money for existing.
Me: Kingsley I am so telling Jordan about this.
Him:I will buy her a diamond necklace just in case you do.
Me:Man how is she?
Him:She is taking everything step by step
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Me:So what do I owe you?
Him:It has been a tough time I didn't know how to get to you.
Me:Is everything okay?
Him: It's about something Jordan said to me.
Me:About?
Him:We have a live in maid apparently they talk about things.This maid told her the story of how her
husband abused herteaching their son the same thing.They would bring young girls and rape them
in the house.
Me:That is sick.
Him:She left them and came hereafter they raped her.
Me:They are still alive? Walking free?
Him:Trust me that man can't be touched literallyshe said something about him being protected by a
traditional healer.First I didn't believe that until I checked him out and realise she's telling the truth.
Me: She managed to escapeso she might be a witness.
Him:No Xavier you don't understand what I am trying to tell you.
Me:Talk then.
Him:Her surname is Mosia.
Me:What? Pieter Kingsley no.
Him:That is what alarmed me only to remember what you told meshe needs protection.
Me:Dr Zwane said we are dealing with a man with power I never thought Mosia had family.
Him:The man remarried and he has childrendaughters to be specific married to an ex Miss SA.
Me:What?
Him:Oh yes we are talking about the fourth richest man in Africa Professor Zweli Mosiahead
chancellor of University of PretoriaPremier of Gautenga shareholder in Mercedes Benza very
respected member of the parliamentthe owner of Mosia Pharmacya shareholder in SBVan owner of
Mosia Private Hospital and lastly but not least the only man in parliament left untouchable.
Me:This a lot worse than I have imagined.I have to brief everyone.
I pick up my phone and call my brother.
Me:Liam call an urgent meeting for this afternoon I want everyone there.Good.No wonder nothing
gets on his wayhe has money.
Him: You are the only who can bring him down this man is a devil worshipper and uses money to
make sure everything is swept under the mat but you are also richer than him making him
uncomfortable as you are also his enemy.
••••••••••••••••••••••
Everyone sat in silenceno one said anything as we stared at the pictures.
Dad: You are telling me this who we are looking for?How on earth are we suppose to get to him?
Liam:No wonder it's hard to uncover this Mpumalanga base it's protected by the entire police officials
because they benefitting.According to this whoever says something about himthey don't last a week
before they are found deadthree journalists five detectives including the journalist who wrote what I
am reading.
Dad:This is worsewe are dealing with a man worshipping a devil.I believe what Dr Zwane saidall
these years this man doesn't fall for even a moment.No one turns against him and lives to tell the
truth.
Zwane:All the Boikanyos can do is pray that is the only powerful thing that can take him down
because he's not going to stop.Trust me this one might just be the Devil's favourite worshipper
because he feeds the demon of lust in him.If one of the girls manages to leave him it's either she
goes crazy or kills herself.For Rethabile it's a shaky casethe only thing keeping her alive is that they
don't know she's alive and her hope is still alive.
Liam: What do you mean?
Zwane: Sometimes we as humans our hope and light is someone we can see and touch without
them we feel doomed.If something happens to that person even if you are not there you die a little
it's a natural instinct.In Rethabile's case her hope and light is her little sister that instinct knows that
she's alive somewhere that's why she keeps insisting we find her.
Me:Can't you find her?
Zwane:I wish I could but I am spiritual healer not a tracker I heal spirits I can't see the past of a
person or their whereabouts.
Liam:We are back to square onethis means there's nothing we can do to Mosia nor his son.We just
have to find the girl and let him be?
Zwane:That is the only optiondemons don't react well when threatenedwe could lose the girl and
every other girl trapped under him.
Me: Because he's a devil worshipper?Can't you talk to this God and ask him to kill him?
Zwane:You are asking too much now I am not an exorcist nor an angel I can't talk to God straight to
him.I pray to him and I worship and praise him.You could try to contact a Prophet .
Liam:But?
Zwane:The only one I know through my pastor is a hard woman to get to.
Me:We need her.
Zwane:Mrs Alizalise Sanchez.
Liam:Let's forget ever getting her to help I mean we wouldn't get her to talk to us in the first place.
Me:We should try at least.

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PARIS
Me: I suffered beyond what I can imagine I mean the man enjoyed stabbing me because it turned
him on to watch me bleed.He couldn't stay away from meother girls said I was his favourite.I don't
know what was wrong with me the strength I had was beyond me.I suffered stab wounds and whip
marks but I would lay unconscious for days then wake up with a strength so strong to fight
again.Something in me just couldn't let me bow to him I don't know what but I just couldn't let him
think he broke me.I fought tooth and nail with themit still surprises me how strong I was.You know I
want to go home but I am so scared I know if I do that he will find me.If he wants he could find mehe
is waiting for me to make a mistake and gothat Detective will find me.
Her:Don't you think they can protect?
Me:They can just not from himhe is um I don't know what to say.
Her:He installed that fear in you that you can't escape him no matter what.
Me:Nono you wouldn't believe me even if I told you.
Her:We have been talking for almost six weeks Parisso I have heard very unbelievable things that
are happening.
Me:Okay.
FLASHBACK
I launched myself and stabbed him right on the chest.He moved back and took out the knife I stole
from one of the clients.He groaned in pain I watched him hoping he was going to die.He sat on the
floor groaning suddenly he stopped.
Me:Well look at you right now Boss.
I got dressed I stood watching him and I headed for the door.It didn't take long for the hair on my
back to stand so fast.When I turned he stood an inch away from me.He looked differenthe was no
longer bleeding.
Him: You should really make sure I am dead before you leave sweetie.
He threw me across the room so fast.I moaned in pain as I tried to stand up but something pushes
me to stand up.
Me:I didn't have to check you I had to leave.
Him:Stop talking!
My heart stops as his eyes looked yellowhis skin looked like charcoalhis nails were longer now as he
stood before me.There was no fear in me as I stared at him.
Him:You just had to wake Asmodeushe doesn't like to be disrespected by our subjects.
Me:Subjects?Where do you come from?Old British kingdom?
His eyes glowed yellow and he moved so fast wrapped his fingers around my neck.I waited for my
airways to be pressed as I closed my eyes.I opened my eyes only to find him shockedhe lets me fall
on the floor I land on my feet.
Me:Pitchy.
Him:Hello sisterthank you for joining us today.
Voice:Hello brother.
Him:I see father sent you to come here favourite child.
Voice:He wants you back home you have overstayed your welcome on earth.
Him:He wants me to go back to hell?Well you can go tell him I am not interested I think I like it
here.As you can see I am busy.
Voice:Too bad I also like it here Asmodeus.
Him:No wonder she doesn't breakshe has you as a friend.We shall see for how long.
I suddenly felt dizzy I couldn't stand so I sat on the floor sleep came so fast.
END OF FLASHBACK
She looked shaken as she stared at me in horror.
Her:Humans don't come across demons or angel and live to tell the story.
Me:I am here aren't I?I have tried to understand for months how was that possible but I couldn't.
Her:For months?
Me:I know my bible history Asmodeus is one of the seven demons besides Luciferhe is a demon of
lust.He is mostly powerful around Aries timehe feeds on the sexual activities the women have to
bend down before him.I don't know if it was an angel or demon who protected me all this time I have
never really faced her at all.I have never really went to church but this is what I knowGod do exist.He
is truly alive.
Her:I love your spirit I really do.Dr Zwane could help youshe is a spiritual healer.Did you get any
nightmares?
Me:No surprisingly I slept like a baby and I must say talking to you has made things a lot easier for
me I no longer get paranoid but men still scare me.
Her:It is going to be a long journey for you take things little by little.Anyway Happy New Year.How is
the job treating you?
Me:Well cleaning is not really that hard I don't have to cook at all but it's a good salary for me.
Her: Since you are free and owe me.
Me:Mrs Vorcan I definitely do not owe you.
Her: You forced me to come here on a holiday so you owe me.
Me:So what do I owe you?
Her:If we leave nowwe will be on time for lunch.
Me:Then let me wear something comfortable.
Her:Paris.
Me:Mrs Vorcan?
Her:I am proud of you.
Me: Thank you.
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My palms are sweating I still don't like crowds especially if there are men involved and from what I
hear this family is quiet big.The house looks like it has been cut out off a magazineit is gigantic and
magnificent.Two children come running.
Girl:Mommy.
Boy:Where were you?
Her: I went to get our guestEmilia and Aiden meet Paris.
Girl:She is pretty.
Boy:Do you have a boyfriend?
Me:Um no.
Boy:Can we date?
Her:Aiden Vorcan!
Boy:I just want a girlfriend Mom.
Her:Respect your elders boy.
Boy:Age is just a number.
We laugh as we go further in the yard
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there are people everywherekids and dogs.It is indeed full I don't know about surviving here.The
decor inside I could only dream.
Her:Hey everyone.
Sofia:Paris hey.Mom you should have told us you were picking her up.
Her:Surprise?
Sofia:Follow me.
She pulls me towards the other ladiesI legit feel uncomfortable herebeing the only black woman had
me feeling all sort of uncomfortability.I couldn't even understand some jokes they madethey talked
about intimate stuff which had me gasping more than usual.I stood up and walked inside the house
from the balcony I the old people inside.
Me:I am sorry to disturb I am looking for the bathroom.
Her: Upstairs fourth door on your left.
Me:Thank you.
Her: Usually the bathrooms on that floor are usually closed I suggest you go to the second floorfirst
room on your right.
I literally ran to the second floor pressed I found the bathroom easily.I walk out of the bathroom to
room only to find a manhe was one of the friends I didn't exactly meet the guys cause they were
busy with braai.
Him:Oh hey what are you doing in Xavier's room?
Me:I didn't know it was his Sir I just needed the bathroom.
Him:You like him do you?
Me:Huh?
Him:Every girl likes him I am just the shadow.
Me:Like who Sir?
Him:You do like me?
Me:Huh? What makes you think I like you?
I stopped breathing when he came way too closeI was trapped between him and the wall.I was
trying so hard to breath normally.
Him:Why wouldn't you like me?
My mind was creating all kind of situations and I was trying so hard to calm me down.The door
opens and Mrs Vorcan walks inthe way I jumped towards her had her shocked I quickly grabbed her
hand as I try to breath.
Her:Theo why?
Him:Why what Mrs Vorcan?
Her:Do you enjoy harrassing women?She is a child don't tell me that bullshit about you two having a
mutual understanding I made it clear that all of you stay away from her.You keep doing this and I
never really thought you would do it under my roof.
Him:You are going to believe her?
Her:Oh so you did try to force yourself on her?Did you hear speak to me?Xavier keeps unnecessary
people in his life I want you out of my house as soon as possible.
Him:Wha-
Her:This is my house damn it and I want you out!
He looks at me and clicks his tongue before walking out.
Her:Are you okay?I became worried when he followed afterhe chases everything wearing a skirt and
can be violent about it.
Me:I am fine I am really fine.
We walk downstairs to find everyone sitting in the dining room table I mean everyone is here even
the man who just tried to harrass me.Mrs Vorcan goes and whispers something to Mr Vorcanhe
looked shocked as he looked at me standing by the stairs.
Mr Vorcan:Silence! Happy New Year everyone.
Them:Happy.
Mr Vorcan:My wife just told me the worse news I could ever receive on a New Year.I keep preaching
that if you have nonsense and you are going to treat other people like trash you shouldn't come to
my house.This family is trying to fight for a better future for women I can't let someone make these
women think otherwise.
Liam:Is everything okay?
MrsVorcan:Paris come here.
They look at me as I step closer.
Xavier looks at Theo and sighs.
Him:Theo what did you do?Not this again.
Theo:I didn't do anything!
Him: I know how aggressive you can get when women reject you.
Theo:You thi-
Mrs Vorcan:I walked in that room I saw what you were doing Theo there's no need to make yourself
innocent.I want you out of my house.
Mr Vorcan: Please and don't ever come back.
The way he looked at me I knew that this wasn't over as he walked out.Now I felt too uncomfortable
with everyone looking at me like a fragile person.I literally walked out in a hurry because I felt too
uncomfortable right now.I was scaredthis man was going to force himself on me.Did I somehow give
him a weakness that I want him?I didn't even know his name at all.
Voice:I am really sorry.
I look up at him and try to smile I moved back brushing my arms in fear.
Him:I didn't mean to make you scared I will stand here you can stand there.
I just nod still skeptically about him.
Him:I try with Theo but then he doesn't want to learn people with money tend to think everything
revolves around him.
I raise my eyebrows at him.
Him:Okayokay I also do that.Okay sometimes.Will you stop looking at me like that?
I chuckle at himhe smiles.
Him:So it makes you happy seeing me suffer I don't mind.
Me: You are crazy.
Him:Your voice is so innocent.
I look at him like crazya woman walks out and looks between us.
Her:I see you have met my boyfriend.
Me:Yes Mandy I met Mr Vorcan ages ago when I almost collided head-on with his car.
She smiles like she has recovered something she likes .
Her:Baby you didn't tell me that.
Him:Was it important?
I look at him shockedhe is not the same man I talked to a few seconds ago.
Me:Let me just go get something to eat I am starving.
I leave them looking each other like they are about to blastold people and their problems.
Sofia:Are they fighting?
Me:Not really I just felt like the third party.
Paula:Those fight like an old coupleone would swear they are married.One moment Xavier brings
her and other holiday brings another woman.
Sofia:Paula you are saying all these things to a child.
Paula:Do you mind babe?
Me:Umm if you need me to listen?
Sofia:How old are you?
Me:Nineteen.
Paula:A teenager?I am sorry I'm literally ten years older than you.
Me:It's okay.
Sofia:Better be sorry sister.
Xavier walks in the kitchenhe pours himself a glass of winehe looks pissed it has me sitting with my
teeth clenched.The glass falls on the floor.
Him:Damn it!
I am the only one who jumped and looked at the door.
Sofia:You are scaring the poor child Xavier.
Him:I am sorry.
Paula: You can leave I will pick the pieces up.Now! Please.
He sighed and walked out of the kitchen.

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✓18.

PARIS
I was working for some woman a single motherall I had to do was clean the house.On Fridays I had
to the laundrynothing much but the pay was better than having nothing.Her children were all girls so
I didn't have to worry about bumping into a man any day.I was on my way home after doing some
shopping when a car came out of nowhere and blocked my way.
Me:They have found me they have found me.
I was struggling to press the numbers on the phone first person on my mind was Mrs Vorcan.
Her:Paris.
Me:The-y ha-ve found me they are here.They have found me.
Her:Paris you are not making sensebreath.
Me:The car just blocked my way they have found me they are going to take me back.
Her:Where are you?
Me:In Bellville at the exit.Someone is coming.
Her:Don't turn the phone offlock the doors I am coming.
The shadow came closer and knocked at the window I lowered the window a bit.
Him:Hello there Paris.
Me:Who are you?
Him:A friend.
Me:Can you just get out of the way?
Him:If you are coming with me.
Me:Why would I come with you?
Him:A friend of mine says that you two need to talkso he asked me to track you so far you live alone.
Me:I don't know anyone around here so I don't know what you are talking about.
Him:He did say you are very stubborn but I came prepared.Are you coming out or should I help you?
My breath hitched and I don't know if I was breathing or what.
Me:I can't get out of this car to meet a stranger I can't.
Him:Call your boyfriend.
Me:Why do you keep insisting?I don't know you or whoever you are talking about.
Him:You better not be talking to me like thatI am not Theo.
Me:Oh God not himplease don't let this happen to me.
Him:Now you remember him? You owe him.
Me:I don't owe him anything!
Him:Get out of this car!
Me:No!
He goes back to the car.
Me:Theo sent himhe is going to break the window.
Her:I am coming I am on my way.
I know he's carrying a crowbar as he comes back I scream as the passenger window shutters in
pieces.I try to open my door but it won't as he opens the passenger door.He pulls me but I kick him
and the door opens.I fell on the ground but I stood up so fast.Before I could run two arms wrapped
around my waisthe pulled me up as I screamed.He shoved me inside the boot as I cried.I tried
kicking the boot but I knew it wouldn't open I took few breaths telling myself to calm down.
Me:I am being kidnapped Bathabile there's no calming down here!
Then the car bumped something making the driver curse I heard screeching of tyresthen we were
flying because I don't think we were still on the road or the ground.My whole body was cold as I tried
to figure out what was going on.I could hear the guy shouting curses I knew something was wrong
as the car threw me all over the boot.Then it movedanother boom sound it has its top on the ground
now I screamed because I knew I was going to die.Silence.My head was bleedingmy body felt like it
was on fire.My arm was stuck on something
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because I couldn't pull itfelt like it had no power at all.Something made the car go back on its wheels
twisting my stuck arm furtherit was painful as I screamed in pain.The boot forcefully opened and I
tried looking but I couldn't see anything someone was saying something as they tried to pulling me
out of the smoking car.It was getting hot but they managed taking me out as I continued crying.They
gentle put me on the groundmy eyes cleared.I completely forgot the pain as my eyes landed on the
two figures looking at mea woman and man.
Man: I thought you said that she can't really see us after the accident.
Woman:Well seems like I was wrongshe only has a broken arm but it will heal.
Man:She i-
Woman:No one should find us here Uriel let's go.Sleep.
My eyes closed so fast and I could feel sleep coming my way.
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XAVIER
Mom:Be a little faster Xavier!Where is your father when I need him!
She was really pressuring me on a the roadshe didn't make sense all I heard was Theo kidnapping
someone.Who?I don't know abruptly came to a stop when she screamed.Next to the a road there
was a car burningshe walked out running.
Mom:Xavier call the paramedics!
My whole world stopped when I saw her on the groundit reminded me on the day I lost the love of
my life.
Mom:Xavier!
Voice:112 what is your emergency?
Me:There has been an accident.
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There were policemen and paramedics all over what confused me is the fact that the were no cars at
all and the accident started far from where we found it.It hit something and rolled on the roadthe
driver laid dead in front of the car.
Policeman:Mam how do you know the young lady?
Mom: I am her therapist I have the recording of what happened.She was kidnappedwell the man
was sent by Theo Van Rooyen.
Me:What?
Mom:That is what he said when he talked to her.
Policeman:That would explain why we found blood inside the boot of the car.She is lucky but we
have belief that someone took her out of the boot.
Mom:You think someone saw what happened here?
Policeman:The way I see it they hit something that made the car to roll on the road for 6 kmbut
something is strange too.There are no stones here..
Mom:Ohh.
I didn't like how she sounded it's like she knew what was going on.
Mom:I have to go with hershe will be paranoid if she see unfamiliar faces.
I watch as she went to the ambulance.
Me: Advocate Kingsley evening I need a favour.You remember my friendTheo Van Rooyen? Exactly
the son of our Honourable Mayorget his files he's not stopping his habit of harrassing women and it
is about time he's stopped.He just went from women to teenagers especially a black teen who is
automatically scared of him because he's white.I want them on my table tomorrow morninghe must
sleep in prison tonight.Thank you.
I have tolerated him for too long because the courts controlled by the government always find him
innocentwe shall see how that will happen in my court.

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✓19.

XAVIER
Dr:She only has a broken arma fractured hipbone and she needs to take these pills because that
was a bad injury.Her lungs suffocated because of the smoke so I suggest she comes back next
week to make sure there's no permanent damage.Otherwise she is lucky considering the driver.
Mom:Thank you.So we can take her with?
Dr:Yesmake sure she relaxes because there will be permanent damage if she pushes herself.
Mom:Thank you.
Paris laid on the bed sleeping soundlyshe looked so young and fragile.Why do a child young as her
keeps suffering?
Mom: I am going to kill that friend of yours.
Me: Don't worry he's being taken care of.
Mom:Better be or I will personally deal with him myself.
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PARIS
They gentle put me on the groundmy eyes cleared.I completely forgot the pain as my eyes landed
on the two figures looking at mea woman and man.
Man: I thought you said that she can't really see us after the accident.
Woman:Well seems like I was wrongshe only has a broken arm but it will heal.
Man:She i-
Woman:No one should find us here Uriel let's go.Sleep.
I opened my eyes so fast and looked up.
Voice:You are safe just calm down.
I looked at the man confused.
Him:My mom is signing your release formsshe will be right here.I really don't want to make you
uncomfortable I don't know why but I think I should ask you.
I just stared at him.
Him:My mother thinks she can do everything by herself forgetting that we are actually here to do
thatshe should be relaxing and enjoying her pension but she's still pushing herself to help.
I really don't think I understood what he was talking about.
Him:Okay I know you feel utterly uncomfortable around men in order to heal you need to get used
being around men so I was thinking instead of staying with my mother you can stay in my house until
Theo is hundred percent behind bars.Most of the times I am not around so you shouldn't be scared
of me shouting at you I will make sure you can visit Momwherever you want to go as long as you
don't strain your body.If you feel uncomfortable with me you can call my Mother to take you I just
want to help for once.I know you are going through something Paris and I would really love to help
you I really do.
Me:Yes.
Him: You want to stay with me?
Me:Yes.
Him:Thank you.
Mrs Vorcan walks in she smiles before wrapping her arms around me.
Her:Oh baby.
I tense.
Her: Someone took you out of that bootthey saved your life.
Me:They did save me.
Her:They?
Me:A man and woman.
They look at each other in confusion.
Me:Such beautiful people too.
I still couldn't understand what they were doing there from what I know the road is flat and we hit
somethingyet we landed right next to the road.And how come the driver died after the man went to
him?
Her:Paris do you agree?
Me:Yesyes I do.
Her:Are you sure?
Me:Yes Mrs Vorcan.
Her:He didn't blackmail you or anything?
Me:He just told me that he really wants to help youif I feel uncomfortable I should leave anytime.
Her:I will check on you every day to make sure his anger doesn't involve you.
Me: I will escape him if I have to.
She kisses my forehead making me smile.
Her:I am sure my house is on fire those twin siblings of his experiment everywhere in the
house.Xavier-
Him:Mom I am trying
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please don't put me down.

Her:Better be trying Xavier I would hate hurting my son.
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Now this was my first time seeing body guards around him I didn't know that they actually follow him
until I saw the car follow us as we entered.His house was way too big for someone living alone or he
lives with his girlfriendeverything was made up of glass.
Me:This house is beautiful.
Him:Well this is your new home.
Me:As soon as I am better Mr Vorcan I will have to leave.
Him:I hope by then you will be fine.How about you study something so far to make sure we don't
bump to each and make you uncomfortable?
Me:I haven't saved any money for tha-
Him:A short coursewe do have scholarships you don't need to have much details if that's what
scares you.
Me:Can I think about it Mr Vorcan?
We walk in to find an elderly black woman waiting with a smile.
Him:Paris this is my housekeeperMama Nolu.
Me:Molo Mama.(Hello Mama).
Her:Molo sana lwam(Hello my child).
Me:Unjani Ma?(How are you Ma?)
Her:Ndiyaphila enkosi wena mntwana wam?(I'm good thanks and you my child?).
Me:Ndiyaphila.(I am good)
Xavier leaves us.
Her:UMnumzana uyaqala ke uzisa umntu apha kule ndlu unless ulala naye.(This is the first time Sir
has brought a woman except those he's sleeping with).
Me:I am just here for the time being Mahe is way older than me and I don't like him like that.
Her:Do not bother yourselflet me show you your room.He gave me orders that your room shouldn't
be far from hisincase you will need help.
Me:Thank you.
I looked at the roomit looked way too big for one person so I just sat on the bed smiling.
•••••••••••••••••••••••
I might have fallen asleep because when I walk up I was covered with a blanketsthe lights on.I
walked out of the room trying to think about where I was going and unfortunately I just got myself on
the 'Missing list'.I opened each and every door until I walked inside a gym.Xavier was doing pushups
so I stood watching so he does have take care of his bodyhe got on his feet sweating and took his t-
shirt off making gasp.Well as a teenager I am sure you are bound to see that men can be hotit
doesn't mean you are in love with them you are just like them because of their bodies.Damn I sound
like a guilty personwe all know what eyes are for.I didn't know I looked like I was talking to myself
because I saw eyes staring me amazed.
Him:I didn't hear a thing you said you were whispering.
Oh boy!
Me:I was just talking to myself.
Him:About?
Me:The man who wanted to kidnap me.
Him: Don't worry about him this time he's rotting in prison.
Me:This time?So he has done this before and got away?
Him:Yeshe has but I believed him before that those women were lying until I-
Me: You believed him?Oh trust me people can be snakes just like himshe was in love with him and
she betrayed him.Next time think twice before believing someone.
Him:Who betrayed who?
Me: You covered for a man who could possible be a rapist you don't get to ask me anything.
He looked hurt and I immediately regretted what I said I shouldn't be taking my frustrations on
people.
Me:I-
Him:Child leave before you piss me off.
He looked very angry so I just walked out of the room and went back to the bedroom.Yes I was
hungry but I didn't want to bump to him I was scared he might hurt me.
••••••••••••••••
Again I fell asleep on top of the blankets someone was shaking me.
Him: You need to eat and drink your pills.
Me:Thank you.
He walks to the door but stops.
Him:Who is Asmodeus?
Me:I don't know.
Him: You said it three times in your sleep Paris?Who on earth calls you Starfire?
I looked at him in horror.
Him: I take it he's responsible for those nasty scars you did say he must stop stabbing you.One way
or another I am going to find out.
He finally leaves me still frozen on the same spot.

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MRS BOIKANYO
We were on our way to Grahamstownto where I grew upmy children don't even know they have an
auntuncle and grandparents out here.My old home looked bigger than I thoughtit was extendedthere
were people in the yardcars parked and smoke.I guess they were waiting for our arrivalwe walked
out of the car.Everyone pausedmy mother stepped towards with tears in her I could feel anger rising
deep within.
Mom:Sivuyelwe?
I stared at her in boredom.
She stepped closer and opened her arms I sidestepped her and walked inside.
Me: I am alive if you thought what you did to me killed me and there is the child you all tried to kill.He
is a gynaecologist you can go ahead tell him you tried to kill him.
My brother and sister sat uncomfortabletheir kids were also quietmy parents sat looking at me.
Shona:Umm this is Nkanyezium MangalisoAthabile umm only Rethabile and Bathabile are not here.
Dad:We heard what happened I am so sorry.
Me:No you are not sorry nonwabe ukufa.(you are so happy)
Mom:Sivuyelwe yintoni eyonwabisayo apho?(Sivuyelwe what makes us happy about this?)
Me: Actually when you tried killing your grandson didn't that make you happy?
Viwe:Sivuyelwe we we-
Me:Ungakhe ulinge bhuti!(Don't you dare brother!)
Shona:Mme Boikanyo calm down.
Me:I thought I could do this but clearly I was wrong these people can never be sorry never.
Dad:Sivu-
Me:Nawe lowo Cirha(Even you too Cirha).
Atha:Mama let's put our broken hearts asidewe have to do this for RiRi and Bathabile's sakebut then
it won't work if you don't forgive.
Me:Why Ma and Baba?
I can't do it but I have to do it because I want my babies to know how sorry I am for how I treated
them I want them to know I am sorry for how I raised the.I am crying as my husband hugs memy
mother and sister are in tears too.
Dad:Sixolele Nojaholosixolele Ncibane.(Forgive us Nojaholoforgive us Ncibane).
To be honest my heart has been at ease these past few weeks after I started praying.
••••••••••••••••
We talkedme and my family with intentions to put this behind us.We all sat in the kitchen just talking.
Mom:Atha is her mother's daughter.
Mangi:You see I told you.
NK:We all know who is her mother's daughter.
Mangi:For now Nkanyezi just let me be.
Shona:Boys we heard you drop it.
NK:His father's son.
They both laughed.
Dad:They get along so well.
Atha:Grandpa these two won Oscars for acting they don't even like each other.
Me: International top actors.
Mangi:Look who is talkingthe two women who are stingy and emotional blackmailing.
Me:Me? What makes you think I was going to allow you to buy yourself a car alone?I had to share
salty water to make him buy me a car.
Shona:You guys are embarassing yourselves.
Mom:Let the kids beSivuyelwe follow me.
I followed her.We walked inside the roomit was my old room.
Mom:I let faith blind me I should have known better because I was also born out of wedlock.I am
really sorry.
Me:I know Ma I was just angry.I couldn't understand why my own would do me like that.It hurt you
know Mamabeing with no family to call when things go hard.My children were kidnapped and I didn't
know who I could talk to as if my mother was dead.
She hugs me as I cry.
Mom:Ixolo mntwana wam(I am sorry my child).I was wrong I let my disappointment blind me and I
could have been a murderer.I should have known the child I gave birth to
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I let my disappointment blind me and I could have been a murderer.I should have known the child I
gave birth to that she would never hurt another soul.I am sorry you suffered when I could have
protected you.I am truly sorry my child.
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ATHABILE
We spent the whole weekend in Grahamstownwe visited the old church the elders that were there
apologised for what they did to our mother then we drove to Cape Town since Liam said it was
urgent.When we walked in the boardroom everyone was there I mean every executive in each and
every organisation that belongs to the Vorcans.
Liam:I was getting worried that you won't make it in time.
Mom:We were in Grahamstown fortunately.
Liam:Please do sit down.
Xavier:We found the man responsible for every prostitution ring in South Africa.
Dad:That is good news.
Liam:We might be facing a lot worse just a devil worshipper.
Mom: What is that suppose to mean?
Liam:He is rich which means he can and will buy his way out.The majority of the police department
in Mpumalanga works for him so I would suggest that you stay careful.
Me: Who is this?
Xavier:Dr Zweli Mosia.
I had no idea who was that at all.
Dad:What?!
NK:Who is he?
Mom:Premier of Gautenga member of the parliament.
Dad: I am going to kill him.
Dr Zwane: You can't kill him but if you provoke himhe will do more than hurting your daughterhe will
kill her and every other girl.
Dad:So I am suppose to stay here and pretend I don't know who took my daughter?
Liam: Creates better chances of ever seeing her again Mr Boikanyo.
Dr Zwane stared at my mother in a strange way.
Dr Zwane: You are doing it you are getting stronger keep doing that.
Mr Vorcan:Okay Dr Zwane I want you to make sure you deal with RiRi so she can at least tell us
something.We need to find Katlego Mosia he's the only one we can try to follow.Remember we are
dealing with a supernatural power which means they are dangerous.We need to do everything
calmly.
This was getting way too dangerous and I didn't know if we will get Paris much alive or not.
Dr Zwane suddenly looked at me weirdly.
DrZwane: You look like someone I have met don't remember who exactly but you do.
Mom:People tend to look alike a lot I know very well.
Xavier's phone rang.
Xavier:Mama Nolucalm down and tell me what happened.What?I am coming don't let her
move.Sorry I have to go.
Mr Vorcan:To where?
Liam:He has Ris in his house.
Dr Zwane:He is growing emotions.
Xavier:Leave me alone.
He walks out.
Mr Vorcan:She is a child.
Liam:Dad!Who said they are dating?
Mr Vorcan: I find it strange that he wants to help this is Xavier we are talking about.
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XAVIER
I found the car parked right outside my yardhe just doesn't get it.The moment I find him in the dining
room with his father.
Me:What on earth are you doing in my house?
Theo:We thought we could talk to Paris to drop the charges.
Me:For attempted murder and kidnapping Van Rooyen?
His father looked shocked.
Him: Didn't you say that the girl was drunk and wants to sue you?
Me: Your son harrassed a minor.
Theo:She is not a minor.
Me: She is under sixteen!
I know that I was lying.
Him:Theo!
Me:Then he sent someone to kidnap the little girl that didn't end wellthey were in a car accidentshe
has broken bones as we speak because of this son you protect so much.Theo I have had it up here
with youthis case is in my court now I am going to teach other spoilt brats a lesson through
you.Please leave I have to comfort the little girl left terrified by this.
I run to her room I look around I can't find her I was about to walk out when I saw the closet door
open.I found her on the floor.
Her:I want to be a princess
A fairest doll around.
She kept singing like she couldn't see me.
Me:Paris.
Her:She called me baby everyone called me baby.Sometimes I would forget I am no longer a baby.
I pull her out of the closetshe didn't flinch as I put her on the bed.
Her:They took me from my familysold me to prostitution.Eight months in that hell with my sister.I
have these nasty scars on my back I survived by escaping from themthey killed my sister and
Yolanda in return.Will men ever stop hurting me?Did I perhaps made it look like I was interested?I
would have been doing my second year in varsity but I am stuck here running from them.Will I ever
find peace in this world?
I just hug her as she criedmy heart was in painthis young girl was going through the most because of
people that should protect her.She was silent now I looked at her thinking she was asleep only to
meet her big brown eyes already staring at me.What was hilarious is that she was holding my suit
tightly.
Me:Did you eat?
She shook her head.
Me:Let me make you something to eat.
Yet she didn't let go.
Me:Paris.
Her:Bathabile.
Me:Huh?
The name sounded familiar.
Her:My name is Bathabile I should acknowledge it by now.
Me:Can I go?
She shook her head and put it on my chest.
Me:I am just going to the kitchen.
She started shaking.
Her:Please don't leave me I don't want to be alone.
Me: I am not going anywhere.
I just pulled her closer with my arms aroundthat moment I vowed to protect her with my life if I had
to.

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I could smell the cologne all over my blankets and clothes.
Me:Oh no!I did not do that!
I quickly got updid my bed well I tried with one arm before brushing my teeth.I could hear people
talking in the dining room I paused and tried composing myself.
Me:I don't have a crush on him.
I whispered to myself but my heart was making drums.I stopped breathing when I saw Xavier half
naked talking to the men sitting on the chairs.
Me:I really have no timing.
I didn't know I said that out loud all eyes were on me.
Me:Good morning.
Xavier: You good?
Me:Yes I am Mr Vorcan.
Xavier:I will be right back gentlemen.
He slowly grabbed my elbow and pulled me towards the kitchen.
Xavier: You are okay?
Me:Yesyes I am really sorry about yesterday it's ju-
Xavier:No need to explain.Look Paris I am willing to help and protect you only if you talk to meif you
take long I will be forced to find where you come from by myself.So I suggest that you tell me soon
your food is in the microwave.
I stare at him in shock after he kissed my forehead and walked out.Wait what?I couldn't stop
smilingMama Nolu stood at the door grinning.
Me: Good morning Ma.
Her: Good morning my child.I can see the difference you are bringing in his lifehe doesn't snap like
beforehe is more calmer.Trust me I expected him to beat Theo up but he didn'the didn't want to
scare you and age is nothing but a number.
Me: Fifteen years is not a number but a huge difference.
Her: I was just saying my child.
Me:I am just saying too.
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XAVIER
Liam:Xavier did you hear what I said?
Me:What?
Liam: What is eating you?
Me:Paris is also human trafficking victim Liam something she said sounds so familiar.I can't put my
finger on it because of these cases coming each and every day but something is familiar about what
she said.
Liam:Maybe it is related to one of the cases we are handling.
Me:She escaped didn't tell me where she escaped but she did.
Liam:She could lead us to another ringif she talks.
Me:The way I see it she won't talk there's something holding her back.I have to be patient.What were
you saying?
Liam:Dr Mosia RSVP'd for the gala dinnerhe is willing to come I am sure it's because he saw the
guest list.
Me:Who did we invite again?
Liam:Boikanyo-
Me:Do you think it's a good idea inviting him?The man knows his daughters were taken by
Mosianow he has to be with him half of the day and night.
Liam:That is why we told him so he can practice.Almost all ministers and premiers are going to be
there.
My PA walks in wearing the tightest and shortest dress ever.
Me:First this is a workplace not a strip club you present me not a strip club.Be a woman and be
modest about it.What do you have for me?
Her:I-umm there's a man on the line.
Me: You could have called me put him through.
She looks like she is about to cry as she walks out.
Liam:Someone is growingRis's effect perhaps?
Me:I just did what is right for all of us.
Liam:Mandy has complained about her for a year now but you did nothing instead you banged her
many times making the poor woman confused.
Me:We move brotherwe move.
Liam:Whatever Xavier.
Me:Xavier Vorcan hello.
I said putting the phone on speaker.
Man: You are a very busy man
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Me:Who are you?
Man:My wife to be precise.Hunter Sanchez.
Liam looked at me shocked.
Me:Oh Mr Sanchez sorry if I sounded rude.
Man: Don't be sillymy wife and I would love to come to your gala so she can talk to youshe says it's
urgent.
Me:I will put you on the guest list thank you.
Man:Thank you.
Liam:Well it seems like we might be healing RiRi faster than we expected.
Me: Surprisingly and Liam please get me information about Rethabile and her little sister.I want
pictures.What is her name?
Liam:I can't believe we never asked for her name don't worry I will contact Atha about it.Let me get
going I have a case that needs my attention.
Me:Damn I am suppose to be in court.
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Theo: You can't do this to me!
Me: Councillor shush your client.
Lawyer: I apologize on his behalf Your Honour.We didn't get the memo about six more witness.
Me:It is not my job to make sure you check information considering your case.There are too many
women coming out about him so bail denied!
Theo:What?
Me:We will proceed next week.
I winked at him before getting off my chair and left.Oh boy I was going to destroy him like I should
have before.Why am I so protective?
Me:Xavier remember she is a child remember.
Voice: You talking alone.
I jump as I turn around.Mandy.
Me:Mandy.
Her:I am not mad.
Me:Why would you be mad Mandy?
Her: You changed the security code of your house gave the guards strict instructions not to let
anyone in when you are not there.I am trying to understand why didn't you consult me.
Me:Consult you about my house?Since when Mandy do I consult you about my house?We are not
married.
Her:Maybe you should marry mewe have been together for ages Xavier and you are not getting any
younger.You are thirty five years old!
Me:Mandy did you come here to shout at me? Remember that you told me you weren't ready for
marriage and children.
Mandy:A girl has a right to change her mind.Why the sudden security?Are you cheating on me?
Me:I need to prepare for a hearingso please use the exit we will talk later.
She looked at me angrily and walked out.
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ATHABILE
I watched as they worked with her but she didn't say anything they walked out of the room.
Dr Zwane: Have you seen any difference?
Me:She stands up and look around.Look she's doing it.
Dr Zwane:Wait she's reading look at her lips moving she's reading the notes on the wall.Dr please
get me a notepad I think we have an improvement.
Me:So she's a little better?
Dr Zwane:More than better.
She takes the notepad.
Dr Zwane:Come with me.
We walk inside to find her standing close to one of the notes.
Her:Baby loved grey and navy.She liked annoying Nkanyezi Mangi and Athabile.
She touched the notes I could feel my heart leap at the joy of seeing her smile.
Dr Zwane:Rethabile.
She turned and looked at usshe stepped towards me.
Her: Have you found her?Where is baby?
Me: RiRi we need your help to find her.
Her:Nono I can't do that he will find her if I do.
Dr Zwane: What do you mean?
Her: When I go crazyhe i-s watchinghe wants me to tell you where is my baby so he can find her
first.
Me: What do you mean find her?
Her:She escapedhe knows that I know where she went and he wants me to spill.He will find her.
Dr Zwane:Is he watching now?
Her:No but he will know if I tell youhe will get to her before you can do.
Me:Can't you write it down?
Her:Batha-he is here.Leave me alone I won't talk please don't hurt me.
She sits on the floorwe leave her to be.
Me:Bathabile escaped now question is to where?

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I arrived late home to find the lights still on I found Paris lying on the couch sleeping.What I noticed
were those nasty scars on her backthey looked better now.I picked her up and went to her room to
drop her off.
Her: Asmodeus I am no Starfire.Never!
Me:Paris!!!
She screamed and jumped in fear.
Me:Heyhey it's me calm down.
Her:He is going to find me Xavierhe is going to.
Me:Who?
She calmed herself and closed her eyes.
Her:Zweli Mosia don't let him find me.
She whispered clear enough for me to hear her.I almost dropped her on the bed because of the
unbelief that all along I was living with a survivor of Mosia.How come she is way better than
Rethabile?
Me:I don't care whether he's a demon or the devil himself.
She snuggled closer to me.
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Voice:Mr Vorcan can you hear me?
I rubbed my eyes and looked up to find my housekeeper looking at us.
Me:Mama Nolu.
Her:Your phone has been ringing nonstop and you are late.
She hands the phone to me before walking out.
Me:Drop everything at my house I am not coming to the office.
I dropped the phone and looked at the sleeping beauty under my shirt.How on earth did she get
under my shirt?
Me:She is such a child.
She was so warm as she kept snuggling on me.
Her:Shhh.
Me: What did I do?
She pulled my shirt up and came out.
Me: You would swear I had a baby under my shirt.
Her:My older sister used to do this to me when I was young to keep me warm so it's a habit.
Me:So I am babysitting now?
Her:Oh yes you are Mr Vorcan.
Me: Just last night you called me Xavier you sounded like a child asking for candy.
She hit me like a punch on the stomach.
Her:I didn't sound like that.
Me: Since you are so violent about it I agree with you.
She snuggled under my arm.
Me:Pariswe need to talk.
Her:About?
Me:Mosia.
She flinches and keeps quiet.
Me:I promise you I will not let him hurt you.
Her: Your mother did tell me about talking to you about this.
Me:Why didn't you talk to me?
Her:Talk to a man?The same being that is responsible for my pain?I am not saying it's you Mr
Vorcan but I was scared of being a victim again look at what Theo did the first time he saw me.
Me:I am sorry.
Her: Your mother told me you were working on the casethe Boikanyo case.
Me:Still am but we're facing difficult situations.
Her:A powerful man who sold his soul to the devil.
Me:She told you everything didn't she?
Her:Oh no I told her thattrust me I have seen Mosia move from being him to the possessed devil
worshipper.
Me:What?
Her:Maybe you will understand if I say this you are looking for me.
Me: Looking for you?
Her:My name is Bathabile Paris Boikanyothe youngest and last born of Shona and Sivuyelwe
Boikanyo.Sister to NkanyeziMangaliso
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I looked at herno wonder what she said sounded familiar.
Me: Your family needs to know that you are alive.
Her:Nono you have no idea what Asmodeus is capable of.
Me: Your sister is suffering because she wants youshe is losing her mind even though she's back
with your family.
Her:My sister?
Oh shit!
Her:Talk!
Me: RiRi is alive.
Her:No!No!
She screamed as I held her tighter.
Her:He is going to kill her if she sees me please don't let me see her.No!
Me:Shhh.
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MOSIA
I grabbed the girl by the throatshe tried to move my hand until she stopped breathing.I let her fall on
the floor.
Me: Is there anyone else who wants to escape here?
They cowered to the corner.
Me:Katlego follow me.
Him:Yes Sir.
Me: Prepare guards I am taking with to the Vorcans' gala dinner this weekend and you are coming
with.
Him:Father those people are looking for me.
Me:They won't do anything to youif they know what is good for them.Have you found Paris?
Him:No.
I look at him and shake my head.
Me:You think I don't know ?
Him: Know what?
Me:That you let Rethabile Boikanyo go whereas you knew she was still alive not dead.Don't worry I
had to let you do that so she can be my eyes out there.Next time you try acting cleverzokubonisa
mfana wami.(I will show you my boy).
Him:Fa-
Me:Uyangizwa?(Do you hear me?).
Him:Yes Father.
Me:Ubucabanga ukuthi ngiyisidakwanxx.(You thought I was a drunkardnxx).Get those guards.
I get in my car and wait for the first car to drive out.
Me: Asmodeus.
Him: I can't find the girl but my sister did save a girl from an accident in Cape Townvery interesting.
Me:Is it her?
Him:Maybe I wouldn't know I don't remember being a seer.
Me:We are going to Cape Town at least.
Him:Then be a little carefulthe Vorcans aren't a play ground.
Me:One of the seven demons is scared of a mere mortal?
Him:Not when they have one of Father's favourite humans on their side which means she knows
someone that can bring you down.Thread careful Mosia.
Me: I won't be intimidated by ants Asmodeusif you can't get rid of them then I will take matters to my
own hands.
Him: Do what you must Mosia but don't say I didn't warn you.
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Me:Hey babe.
Her: I have been trying to call you for the whole day.
Me: And I remember telling you that I had to be in Mpumalanga.
Her: You couldn't even pick up my calls?
Me:Lelethu when do you start questioning me?
Her:We were suppose to go check our clothes for the gala but no.
Me: Forgetting one thing I am being persecuted?I should go back to Mpumalanga.
Her:Zweli buya.(Zweli come back).
Me: For what?
Her:Ngiyaxolisa sithandwa sami(I am sorry my love).
Me:Zikuphi iingane zami?(Where are my children?).
Her:They are already sleeping.
Me:Ohh?
I winked at her.
Her:Mosia don't even think about it.
I kissed hermaking her groan.
Me:Mmm?
Her:Yesright therea little lower.

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Me:I really don't know what to doshe has been here all along.
Dr Zwane:No wonder she looks like them.
Liam:All along she has been under our nose.How come she's not losing her mind?
Mom:She had an account with the demon in Mosia but something fought for her.
Dr Zwane:An archangel.They don't come unless there's something about the girl.
Dad:So witchcraft left and centre?What kind of a man are we talking about?
Dr Zwane:A man who'd rather ask Satan for for a quick way to get riches.It makes him dangerous
too.
Me:At least Mrs Sanchez will join us.
Dr Zwane:She is?
Liam:Her husband called us that she wanted to see us immediately.
Mom:At least from what I read about Asmodeushe doesn't like being challenged.
Me:Paris is scared to even face him againthis man is unnatural powerful I don't know if I should be
worried or what.
Dr Zwane:Things can go wrong when it comes to himso be very careful.
Liam:He might bring his son to rub this on our faces.
Dad:We just have to find a way to get his son without him noticing.
Mom:You can just keep him busy.
Me:Then we shall seebut we are leaving with Katlego this weekend.
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PARIS
I was playing with Emilia and Aiden when a car parked inside the yard.A young mixed man walked
outthe twins ran to him I watched as he hugged them.He was beautifulwith his black hair cut on the
sidesit hanged on top of his forehead.He was beyond beautifulhe was wearing track pants and a
vest showing his ripped arms.
Him:My lady.
Me:Hello.
I was mesmerized as I smiled.Wait what happened to being scared of men?
Him:I am Diego Vorcan.
Aiden:Our cousin.
Me:Paris.
He kissed my hand okay I do have a crush on him.
Him:Such a beautiful senorita.Where is Fifteen?
Emilia:He will kill you if you call him by that name.
As if on cue Xavier's car arrives followed by another.I literally smiled as I see him walking our way.I
don't know why I literally launched myself on him.
Xavier:I was definitely missed.
Me:I am happy to see you too.
He puts me downmy heart stops when I come face to face with Mandy glaring at me.
Her: What is she doing here?
Aiden: What are you doing here?
Emilia:Aiden!
Xavier:She lives here.
Her:What?Is this why you changed your security lock? What's up with this child and your family?
Xavier: It's what my family do in case you have forgotten.
Her:But why can't you put her in a foster care?
Emilia:Mandy we don't do thatwe don't pull other women when they are down.We have had a lot girls
live in our home and you never had a problem.
Her:Yes in your home not his house.Since when does he harbour these people in his house?
I stood there watching as they all argueda grown woman making sure I never get up.
Xavier:It was a bad ideaMandy please leave you can't be saying things like these in front of kids.
Her:Why are you so defensive about her?Are you sleeping with her? You go for black girls now?She
can never be woman enough for youshe is a child.
The security dragged her towards her car.I was already gone by then.
Voice:Here.
I looked at the flower.
Me:Thank you.
Him:I don't know about flowers but this one takes the cupit is my favourite.
Me:That is a petunia.
Him:Ohh? Petty here is my lucky charm I think everyone deserves flowers once or twice a week.
Me: Your girl must be lucky.
Him: You can be lucky by being my girlfriend.
Me:I would be unlucky.
Him:You wound me love oh love.
Me: What a blessed thing oh yeah.
Him:Aah you keep wounding me my love.
Me: You are crazy Diego Vorcan.
Xavier: You guys get along well.
Him:Well cousin I have found love in her like love on the first sight.
Xavier: You don't say?
I don't know if it was me or what he was cold I think what happened to his girlfriend has made him a
little angry.
Me:I said I would help the twins bake.Look at the time.
I ran back inside the house with the flower on my hand.
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At dinner the mood was somber Diego tried making jokes here and there but the man of the house
was mad.We cleared the table and went to our roomsEmilia was sleeping with me.
Her:Xavier was once in love with a woman called Grace Midfield they were the best of best you
know he used to treat women worse before her.All along she was sent to kill him but she fell for him
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those people sent someone else and she took the bullet for him then he found out a lot about her
while she laid dying in hospital.After that he kept everything inside sometimes he blasts affecting
everyone around him but what he has for you is genuine loveonly God knows what kind of love.He
doesn't snap because I swear he would have handled Mandy but he didn't.
Me: That is really sadno wonder he was like this when I met him.
Her phone vibrates.
Her:Speak of the devil.Bro?I am coming.
I look at the pyjamas.
Me:So how will I wear you with this on my arm?
Her:He called me so I can call you.Men.
I walked out of the room I find his room with the lights off.
Me: You called for me?
Him: I've gotten used to sleeping with you on my armsthe way I am angry right now I think I need
you.
Me:I can't see.
The lights turn I gasp he is standing next to the door.
Him:I am not going to hurt you Ris.
He literally pushes me towards the bedopens the blankets for me before getting in .
Him: You don't complain about your arm at all.
Me:I know pain so I am used to it.
Him: You don't have tonot when I am around okay?
Me: There's nothing you can do about it okay?
Him:I want to help you I want you to know that there are people you can count on.
Me:Thank you.
He pulled me closer I know I lied about my arm but I didn't know how I was going to explain that it
didn't hurt for one bit.
Him:I really don't know what is going on with me but there's this thing in me telling me that I can and
will protect you.
I just looked at this man I felt way too comfortable with him.Was I healing or not?
Him:I just sold you my house.
Me: What?
Him: You just disappeared on me what's up?
Me:I just want to thank you for everything you have done for me I am so comfortable with youit is
weird.I believe I am getting better.
Him:And I am proud of you.
He kissed my foreheadthis gesture is becoming a habit now.
Him: You always look at me like that every time I kiss your forehead.
Me:It reminds me of someone.
Him:Who?
Me:Aren't you just too curious? Nobody.
Him:First you compared me to your sister now to the mystery guy.Who is he?
Me:Okay Mr Vorcan it's my ex.
Him:Child don't you talk to me about your ex.
Me: Whatever man.
He laughed I was shocked yes he does smile not laugh.
Him:And then?
Me:You are laughing Xavier.
Him: You are smiling Paris.
I rolled my eyes and snuggled closer to him.
Him:Cats love warmth they snuggle closer to it.
Me:I am not a cat.
Him:Vibrate kitty.
I bit him right on the nipplemaking him groan.
Him: What the fuck?
He was inspecting his nipplepoor man it looked red.He stared at me as I pretended to yawnhe
literally lowered himself and I was waiting for him to pinch me or something so I closed my eyes.
Him:Ris.
Me:Mmhm.
Him: Open your eyes.
I opened them to find him staring at me.
Me:What?
Him:I don't know but I prefer that you look at me instead of closing your eyes .
I stared at himthis was getting heatedhis eyes looked way too dark as he lowered himself.
Him:Breath it's me.
I didn't know I was panicking as I stared at him.
Him:There you gomy little warrior.Come hereshh it's okay.
I guess my brain created the worst scenario within seconds.

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Her:Xavier!
Me:What?
Her:The twins are in schoolDiego went somewhere and as for you I don't know three hours late and
your phone has been ringing.
Me: Have you taken a bath?
Her:Yes.
Me:Get dressed you are leaving with me.
Her: To where you work?Why?
Me:Get dressed and stop asking questions.
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She was so quiet in the car as I drove.
Me: You know you are going to be with me the whole day?
Her:I didn't say I want to come to your workplace Xavier.
Me:I am Xavier now you really don't want to come?
Her:Yes I don't.
Me: I will drop you off late.
Her:Where are you going?
Me:To prepare for the gala dinner this weekend.Want to come?
Her:Crowds are not my favourite so no.
She hesitated when she had to walk out of the carso I went to her side and opened the door.
Me: Look at me please don't cry I am here.
I kissed her forehead and pulled her up.
Me:You good?
Her:Yes.
Me: Let's go.
People were looking at us and I didn't care as we walked inside the elevator.My PA looked shocked
as she saw walking right next to me.
Her: Good morning Mr Vorcan and Miss.
Me: What do I have today?
Her:Umm a meeting in five minutes with Advocate Kingsleyhe is downstairs alreadywell it seems like
all your meetings are going to be here.
Me:Thank you.
I put my hand on Paris's waist since she was looking around.
Me:Let's go.
My PA's nose scrunched in disgust as we left her.
Her: Your office is huge and it has that on the floor rug.
Me:My initials Paris.
Her:Ten and five fifteen.
Me:You better not be calling me that.
She put her headphones on and looked around the office.A knock echoed and I answeredParis was
busy going through the books to mind our visitor.
Him:My friend.
Me:Pieter Kingsley what a pleasure.
Him:Not after you had me handling a case of a lifetimethank you.
Me:I should be thanking you for giving me crucial information.
Her:Vorcan why on earth do you have a book about exorcism?
Kingsley jumped and looked at the girl looking at the book not turning aroundshe had headphones
on.Paris moved them before turning aroundshe gasped as she stared at him.
Her:Sorry I didn't see youhello.
Him:Hello Miss-
Her:Paris.
I pulled him as he was going to shake her handshe was worried.
Him:Pieter Kingsleybest friend to him.
Her:Nice to meet you.
Him:Xavier where is that dragon of yours? And where did you get her?
Me: Kingsley Paris is under my protection nothing seriousMandy is still around and this is a child in
case you haven't noticed.
Him:It would be turnover imagine the headlines'Xavier Vorcan dating a black young beautiful
woman.Where was she all this time?'
Me: You and your crazy stories.How can I help you?
Him: I want to know what you are going to do about Mosia.
Paris froze Kingsley looked at her confusedhe clinged when he realised why.
Her:Can I just go outside?
Me:On the waiting chairs.
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PARIS
I quickly walked out of the office and sat on the waiting chairs outside.I put my headphones back and
sat comfortable someone shook me I opened my eyes to meet the PA.
Her:Hi.
Me:Hi.
Her: I'm Sonja.
Me:Paris.
Her:Are you dating Mr Vorcan?
Me:No.
Her:Phew was shocked that he would stoop so low.
I was getting tired of women attacking other women for a man.
Me:But he stooped way too low when he fucked you Madam.
She looked shocked.
Me: What? Just because you are white you think you are better than me because I am black?News
flash sweetie I don't have to beg or fight for his attention like you.He can see me.
Her:You think whatever you have is going to last?He is going to come back always even if you are
around.
Me: Clearly English is not your mother tongue I am not in a relationship with him.Do you understand
those words?Huh?I am black not white like Mandybitch.
Her: What did you just call me?
Me:A female dogbitch.Women don't scare methe last one to try fight me they had to do a CPR on
her because these hands can be magnificent.
Her: You think you scare me?
Me:Oh no you should be very scared because you might piss me enough that means this could be
your last day working.
Her:Mr Vorcan wouldn't even dream of firing mehe loves me that is why he keeps coming back.
She spat on my face I took a deep breath trying not jump and strangle her.
Him:And what on earth is going on here?
I turned to look at him.
Him: What on earth is that on your face?
Her:She trie-
Him:I wasn't talking to youParis?
Me:Her saliva.
Him:What? Did I hire a racist in my company?
Her:No Sir I can explainshe-
Him:Is a child who wouldn't do anything unless provoked.Security please escort her out of my
building you are fired!
She looked shocked by the gesture I just walked back inside the room as she begged him.I went
straight to the bathroom to wash my face.The voices rang in my head as I washed my face.
"Dali:Here comes the princess of this kingdom.
Me:Got a problem?
Dali:The guards might be scared of you but not me sweetheart.
I didn't say anything I launched myself to her as I carried the rod on my hand.We struggledthrowing
punches at each other I managed to trap her and wrapped the rod around her neck.
RiRi:You are going to kill her!
I tightened the rod around her neck until she stopped fighting I let her go and she starts coughing.
Me:Next?
I kick her before going back to my bed.My heart tightens when I look at the mess I did.What have I
become?"
I tried to block the voices echoing in my head.
"Yolanda:You have a chance Paris
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I let her go and she starts coughing.

Me:Next?
I kick her before going back to my bed.My heart tightens when I look at the mess I did.What have I
become?"
I tried to block the voices echoing in my head.
"Yolanda:You have a chance Paris in living again.Look at your sistershe doesn't look so goodthe
truth is I am not sure how long she can survive."
Me: Please stop!
"Me:I am sorrythis is all my fault I should have stopped fighting them.
Her:No baby I admire you for staying true to yourself because of that I have hope for you that one
day you will be what you want and you will stand for it.I am proud that one day the kids you will teach
will see you as a role model.A true mbokodo.(A true rock)."
Me:Stop!
I punched the mirror cracking it I looked at my only available hand bleeding from the glasses.How
was I going to remove these?I thought my temperature was rising because suddenly the room was
hot I looked at the broken mirror.Damn my hand hurt and I was struggling to wash these broken
glasses off my hand.
Voice:You need to let go of that anger.
I jumped a little and turned around.Her white hair was tied neatly to a high pony.
Me:One strange human being.
Her: I am Jophiel.
Me: What kind of name is that?
Her: God's love it means.
Me:Who are you?
Her:No need to act like you don't remember memy voice has been with you for years now.
Me: What do you mean?
Her: When an angel cry bloodour Father is forced to find out why fortunately I had to be the one to
answer the call.
Me: I am not following Miss Jophiel.
Her:You have an angel looking after you.
Me:Who? If this angel was looking after me why did I suffer?
Her:She cried when you are suffered but some things are meant to happen to people so you can
learn to be better.
Me:Who is this angel?Wait are you saying that you are godsend?
Her: Archangel Jophiel at your service.
Me:This is crazy.
Her:I didn't come here for a social call you are making my job hard.I am suppose to make sure you
that your thoughts are positive strong and powerful towards life etc.I am suppose to make sure that
your heart is filled with warmth and enjoyment.Guide you to believe in yourself to make sure you
trust in yourself.I am an archangel of love Bathabile I was sent to spread that love in you.God
favoured you by listening to your angel but you piss me off.
Me:Why is he helping me?Why did he allow that to happen to me?
Her:Why wouldn't he help his children?It kills him every day to see his children suffering worshipping
other gods whereas he is a very jealous God.He lets some things happen to you because he's
preparing you for better thingsor he's saving you from far worse things.Unfortunately it is not up to
me to make you believe in him as much as he believes in you.But child I know you I know what you
are capable of your strength is what made Mosia scared and worried not because I was around.Your
angel chose you because of what you are capable of you are way stronger than you think.Those
girls you left will only be saved if you stand up and fight again for their freedom.If you trust him he
will make you lie in greener pastures.The high angels believe in you child because no matter how
powerful we are you are the only one capable to push Asmodeus back to purgatory.Believe in
yourself child and your destiny will be clearer.
I kept silent as she cleaned my wound.
Her:There.
I looked at the cleaned fist.
Her:Where there is loveall the pain can be healed.
Me: You are love.
Her:Both of you are love which means you are meant to heal each other your angel let what
happened to you so she can bring you closer to someone whom she believed needs you.
Me:Both of us?Who is she?
Her: Remember Him when you feel like everything is taking a toll on you remember that He rescued
his people from Egypt and He would rescue you too but only if you believe that He is truly alive
acknowledge him and bow your head before himask him to cleanse you with the Holy spirit and
cover you with his wings.Bow to him and accept him as your father and saviourask him to wash
away your sins with his blood.Remember praying is the most powerful thing that can protect you
from all these demons remember that I am also here to protect you I will not let you fight this alone
you have the angels with you.
She touched my cheek softly making me warm.
Her: I am always here my childFather will never forsake nor leave you my childone day you will
testify to that.One step a time.
Me:Thank you for everything you have done for me.
Her:This is your strongest support systemlove.
She touched my chest and held my casted arm before disappearing in front of my eyes.The door
was pushed open.
Xavier:Are you okay?Why did you lock the door?We heard a cracking sound there are no pieces of
glass.
I look at the mirror and it is fixed I turn and smile.
Me: I am sorry I was just stressed didn't mean to worry you.
Xavier:I was so worried.
He hugs me and I just sink in the warmth.
Xavier:You are different.
Me:I just had a reality check with myself.Sonja.
Xavier:What about her?
Me:Do not fire her please.
Xavier:Pari-
Me:Please.
Xavier:Okay.
I don't know why but I went on my tiptoes and kissed his cheek then I went past him leaving him
shocked.

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MOSIA
I sat in the balcony of my hotel room and watched the beautiful city of Cape Town.
Her:Hubby our clothes are here.
Me:I almost thought we were going to be late.
Her:I was going to sue whoever.
Me:Then let's get ready.
Her: I can't wait.
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Her: What is going on tonight? You look very nervous.
Me: It's either we come back with victory or nothing.
Her: You really think he is going to bring him?
Me:Why won't he?
Her:How sure are you that you will be able to kidnap him?
Me:I just have to believe.
I just grabbed her by the waist.
Her:Then I believe in you even though I don't like this one bit.
I kissed the corner of her lipsshe looked shocked.
Me:I am a very patient man I will keep getting there inch by inch.
She tried to move but I held her.
Her:Let me go.
Me:No.
I pulled her up and put her on top of the island.
Her: I get it I am short Xavier.
Me:Every time you say my name I decide not to leave at all.
Her:Aren't you just dramatic?
Me: But you say it with this voice that makes me want to give you all my accounts and pinscars too
and don't forget this house.
Her: You don't say.
She laughed so hard.
Me:I love that smile of yours.
I touched her face she looked at me shyly I pulled her closer and she leaned towards me.
Me: Can I kiss you?
Her: You will leave then?
Me:Yesyes.
Her:Yes you can.
I kissed her cheek and moved.
Her: What the fuck?
Me:Did I say on the lips?Paris I will see you when I come back.
She looked pissed and annoyed as she stared at me.
Me:Bye.
I walked out grinning.
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MOSIA
There were cars all over as my driver parkedthe cameras were flashing left and right it was blinding
for a moment.
Me:Katlego do not stay far from us I want them to see you.
Her:Who do you want to see Kat?
Me: I want them to see my son Lelethu.Clear?
Him:Yes Father.
Me:Good don't be scared.
We walked inside the hall smiling to few cameras.Immediately as we went further I could feel very
heavy eyes on me I looked around but I couldn't find them.Then I did everything felt like a slow
motion as I went pass hershe was directly looking at me.Her eyes moved with memy heart was
hammering my chest hands sweating and my head was banging.Who was she?A man took her
attention away from me I was really worried.
Asmodeus: You just met a prophetess.
Me:I thought you said they were rare to find.
Her:Did you say something love?
Me:This gala looks magnificent my love.
I could see the Vorcans standing not far from where I was.
Me:Let's go greet some old friends.
The more we stepped closer the more Asmodeus kept humming.
Him:I can smell her.
Me:Paris?
Him:Yesher.
Her:Did you say something?
I could only thank the noise.
Me: Gentlemen.
They turned aroundthey didn't even look surprised as they just stared at me.
Xavier:Dr Mosia what an honour to have you come here.
Asmodeus:I can smell her all over him!
He really needed to calm down because he was making my acting very hard.
Me:The youngest Judge Vorcan.
My blood went cold as our hands shook I could smell her too.
Me:Ah this is my beautiful wife Lelethu.
Her:I have heard a lot about you.
Xavier:I can't say the same about I mean I didn't really think a beautiful woman like you would marry
a man like him.
She blushed like a little bitch Asmodeus was pissed.
Her:You flatter me.
Bitch!
Me:I can see you don't like me.
Xavier:Like is a weak word I despise you.
I clenched my teeth in angerthe hair on my back stood up so fast I knew it was that woman again.
Liam:Mr and Mrs Sanchez what a pleasure to see you here.
The woman looked at me and smiled.
Her:You really have outdid yourself on planning the gala I am lucky to be a guest too.
Xavier:Oh meet the Premier of Gauteng
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Xavier:Oh meet the Premier of GautengDr Zweli Mosiathis is Mr and Mrs Sanchez and his beautiful
wife Leléthu.
Me:Nice to meet you.
Her:Dr Mosia.
Her hand was so coldshe snickered as she shook my handmy chest burnt.
Her: Don't burn up Drhell is so far.
I don't know how I heard that but I did yet she wasn't even moving her mouth.
Me:Where can you find the resting room?
I left Lelethu with them in a hurry this was not the plan.
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XAVIER
Me:That was quick.Has anyone spotted Mosia Junior?
Liam:He is standing on the passage.
Me:Get him.
I watched as my guards walked towards himthey surrounded him I walked over to them.
Him: What is going on?
Me:Why is he still talking?Drug him!
They covered him with the cloth.
Him:Le-me goyou-
He fell they dragged him to the storage room and I went back to everyone like nothing happened.
Me:That was very easy.
Mosia comes back and looks aroundmost probably for his son who is nowhere to be seen.
Her:Xavier Vorcan.
Me:Mrs Sanchez.
Her:Call me Aliza.
Me: Congratulations on the pregnancy.
Her:Thank you.I want to talk to you and her.
Me:Is everything okay?
Her: Whatever you are doing tonight is a huge mistake and you have just put someone in danger by
doing so.I really need to talk to hershe needs to stop relaxing and get up I suffered but I had to get
up.
Me:What do you mean we made a mistake?
Her:That man has no ordinary demon in him and you just pissed him off.
I turned to look at Mosia who stared back I swear I saw his eyes go yellow for a second.
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Me:I really don't know Liam something about the way she said it.
Liam: Let's see what she has to say to Paris.
We parked inside the yard and walked inside the house.Paris laid on the couch sleeping.
Me:Ris.
Her:She looks so young and free.Beautiful.
I kissed her forehead making my parents and brother gasp in shock.
Me:You are shouting your ex's name Ris.
Paris:Such a liemove.Oh good evening.
Her: I am very happy to meet you finallyit is not everyday you meet a blessed child protected by
Archangel Jophiel.
Me:This is-
Paris:Alizalise Jange-Sanchezmy role model.
Her:Heh she knows meHunter.
They hug each otherParis gasped and moved.
Her:You have let everything fix itselfit is time you stand up for yourself child.
Paris:Thank you.
We are still here and I don't remember hearing them saying anything at all.
Her:You can do thisGod is with you my little one.Can we talk somewhere else?
Paris:This way.
I watched them leave.
Liam:You have a lot of explaining to do big brother you can help yourself by explaining waking her
up with a kiss.
Me:I don't have to explain myself to you Liam.
Liam:You will explain yourself to our mother and she will tell me.
They come backshe looks teary my legs involuntarily sent me to her and I wrap my arms around
her.Liam literally chuckled.
Paris:I need to be in Mpumalanga tomorrow night.
We all gasped.
Mom:Are you sure about this?
Paris:There is something I need to doif by the end of tomorrow I am not there something bad is
going to happen.
Me: I am coming with you.
Liam gasped with his hand on the chestMom's eyes widened and Aliza chuckled.
Mom:Whatever he was drugged withhe needs to sell it to all the men.

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MOSIA
Me: I want everyone to look for himfind my son!
Them:Yes Boss.
Me: Leave!
Asmodeus:I told you.
Me: You had me keeping Paris alive instead of killing her don't tell me that bullshit.
Asmodeus: You were not suppose to let your guard down when it came to her through killing her you
would have gotten your power but instead you enjoyed her for too long!
Me: I know my mistake and I would have been successful if your sister didn't favour her.
Asmodeus:Then what are you waiting for? Release me so I can do damage control.
Me: Tomorrow Asmodeus just to give them a chance to give him back.With him on their side I might
as well kill myselfhe knows how I got you leading to this power.The way he is a cowardhe would spill
everything.
Asmodeus:Then let me kill him.
Me:If it will fix what this mess then do it.
I tried calming myself then I felt myself fall down on the floor and blackness arrived.
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XAVIER
We were in the car heading to where they held Rethabilewe asked her family to wait there for us.
Her:I can't do this.
Me:Not when I am here with youmy little warrior.
Her:Okayokay let's do it.
The door opened someone screamed as they looked at her.
Mrs Boikanyo:Bathabile?
Her:Ma-ma.
Atha:Baby?
I also felt a bit emotional right nowa bit.
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Her: I need to talk to her.
Mr Boikanyo:Are you sure about this?
Her:I have to do this.
They led her to the room Rethabile stood looking at the wall as if reading the notes on it.Paris
walked inside and we followed.
Her: RiRi.
The way she turned I thought she was going to fall.
RiRi:Baby?
Her:I am here I am here.
They hugged each making the family share tearsthis was a very emotional moment for them so I
understood.
RiRi: You are safe.
Her:I need you to do something for me.
RiRi: Anything.
Something was wrong I knew by the way she clenched her fist.
Her: What is my name?
Riri:Why would I do that? Don't be silly I know your name.
Her: I just want to hear you say it again please.
RiRi:No baby.
Her:Then I am leaving not coming back.
RiRi:My job is done here.
Her: I am sorry that I left you Rethabile I am truly
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I should have been with you and I saw on the news that you were dead but here you are.
RiRi:Stop!
Mangi: What are you doing?
Her: RiRi has someone else with her.
RiRi:No!Stop talking!You really think you can get away from me?!
She looked possessed as she looked ready to attack
RiRi: You came back which means I know where you are!
Her:Of course you do Asmodeus.Do you know purgatory?
Rethabile growledshe looked crazy as she jumped to the wall.I stopped breathing when I saw her
stick to the wall I swear on Grace's grave I have never seen something like this.
Me:Paris where do you think you are going?
RiRi:This is all your fault everything happened to me instead of you.Your fault! You deserve to die!
They stood an inch far from each othertheir mother screamed when she saw what Rethabile held on
her hand.She ran to them but Paris stood her ground.
Her:Kill me Rethabile.
Mrs Boikanyo: RiRi my child please don't kill your little sister we just found her.
She held the knife on her hand.
RiRi:Mama help me.
Her:Ma!
First no one understood why she screamedthen like a slow motion on repeat her mother fell to the
groundthe knife right on her heart as she coughed out the blood.Rethabile pulled the knife in panic
as Paris ran to her mother.
RiRi: I didn't want to hurt my mother I would never do that.
NK:Put the knife downwe know that you didn't know what to do.
RiRi:I told you not to bring herlook at what I have done.How will I live knowing that I did this?
Mangi: Don't do it!We deserve to be happy about something.
RiRi:I am sorry but I can't live knowing that I killed my mother.
She put the knife right on the vein on her kneck.
RiRi:I am sorry.
She slit her throat open and fell on the ground.All I could see was Grace's blood on me I could hear
the screams of everyone as more gunshots fired.That day I didn't only lose the love of my life I lost
four of my employees.I could feel myself slowly falling on the ground.
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MOSIA
Asmodeus: This girl is so stupid!
Me: What did she do?
Asmodeus:She used the blade on a wrong personthen on herself.
Me: Didn't she use it on Paris?
Asmodeus:No!No!That little bitch is still alive!
Me: What else did you see?
Asmodeus:Vorcanwho else?
Me:Kat?
Asmodeus:I can't find himthis is getting to the same thing that happened million years ago.We fought
with the angels that stood by father's sideit was bloody and messywe ended up being thrown down
on earth.
Me:Are you saying other angels are involved now?
Asmodeus: Especially if I kill a human beingthey feel what the oh so great Father feelsso trust me
they won't stop til I am dead.
I looked at his shadow and sighedthis was going to be a little longer than I thought.
Me:With that girl out of my way then I am fine.
Asmodeus:Consult her again then.
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PARIS
I sat in the waiting room with blood all over my clothesI want to believe that there was no way out of
this but I can't.The only way we could take Rethabile out of Asmodeus was to let her do what he
wantedwhich was killing me.I know Mrs Sanchez told me not to do it but I thought I had no choice
and look where my smartness got me I meet my family after a long time and I tried to get myself
killed instead.
Him:Paris!
Me: You are awake.
Him:Yes I am.
Me: Good thing.
Him: You knew what was going to happen if you show up didn't you?
Me:Yes.
Him: What happened to including me in that? You basically let me come here so I can watch you be
slaughtered Paris.
Me:I thought I had no choiceit was the only way I knew to separate RiRi and Asmodeus.
Him: Getting yourself killed? What is wrong with you? You don't think you just do whatever you want
anytime you want to do it.Are you stupid?Why are you so selfish and irrational?Oh don't tell me that
you couldn't tell me you slept on my bedin my arms the night before we came hereit didn't bother you
for even one second to tell me.Bathabile is suppose to mean they are happy.Do you see anyone
happy here?This is all your fault you decided on your own you made the decision that you would hurt
all of us today Paris and I hope you live with that.
Me:Xa-
Him: What was I thinking going after a young woman? You are reckless and ungrateful you just do
whatever you want whenever you want for that matter.I don't get it Paris I gave you my word that I
wouldn't let you face this alone but guess what?I made a promise to the wrong one.I will have
someone bring everything that belongs to you I am leaving.
Me:Xa-
Atha:Let him gohe is angry and you are going to make things worse.
Me:Bu-tt I need him.
Atha:Shhcalm down.
My eyes hurt from all the crying I have been doingmy heart hurt nowthis was worse than the first
heartbreak I endured whereas I am not even dating him.It hurt do bad.
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Dr:Your sister is in a very critical conditionshe missed that vein by an inchshe is lucky that she didn't
cut it otherwise she would have died.
Me:My mother?
My siblings cringed along with my father.Did I sleep for that long or is something wrong with my
memory?
Dr:I should leave you to it.
Me:What?
NK:Baby please sit down.
Me:Bhuti ngoba?(Brother why).
Mangi:Sana lukaMama hlalandiyakucela.(Mommy's baby sitplease ).
My heart wasn't making any sense but I don't think I liked their reactions.
Me:Ndihleli.(I am sitting).
Dad:UMama wakho usishiyile.(Your mother has passed on).
Me: That is impossible Dad!
Atha:That is why we asked you to go with Xaviershe passed on on the scene.
My ears were ringing as I tried to scream but my voice failed me."Do you see anyone happy
here?This is all your fault you decided on your own you made the decision that you would hurt all of
us today Paris and I hope you live with that."The words echoed in my head as I tried to cry but I
couldn'tmy throat hurtmy eyes burntmy nose felt inflamed and my body felt like it was out of this
world.I couldn't breath properly I sat in silencemy eyes feeling like there's sand in them.
Me:Oh Dear Father lead me to your righteous way
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clearly I am doing everything wrong and I didn't listen to your trusted servant.I didn't believe in you
when you gave me full proof that you truly do exist I did whatever I wanted without consulting you.I
should have went on my knee and acknowledge that you are truly alive and the only God we should
worship don't forsake me oh Father.Please don't leave me alone.Mama ndicela uxolondixolele
Mamandixolele ngokuvisa ubuhlungu obungaka.(Mama forgive meforgive me Mamaforgive me for
inflicting this much pain.).
My chest tightened I only could breath a bit by bit I knew I was having a panic attack but I just held
my head between my legs as I suffocated.
Mangi:She is having an attack!Get me water!
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XAVIER
Mom: What happened?
Liam:Xavier why there's blood on your clothes.
Me:Paris touched me with the blood oh?
Mom:Whose blood?
Me:Her mother's blood.
Dad: What happened?
Me:Can you leave me alone?Stop asking questions!
Mom:Xavier!
Me:Leave my house!I need to sleep I have work in the morning.
Dad: You can't talk to your mother like that.
Mom:Honey let's leavewe will talk to him when he wants to.
They walked out leaving Liam behind.
Me:I didn't say you can stay behind Liam.
Liam:We are back to square one aren't we?To the angry Xavier?I am leaving brother.
He left I finally sat down and tried thinking about what to do now.The moment I walked inside my
room I could smell her and hear that innocent voice of hers.I angrily pulled the blanketsturned the
bed upside before pulling the curtains actually tearing them into pieces.I threw the chair to the
window crashing into pieces.I went to my bar and picked the strongest whiskey I could find I emptied
the whole bottle leaving me a little dizzy.I picked another bottle and went back to my room.
Me:So much for falling in love with her.What was I thinking? Falling for a child someone about to turn
twenty and me thirty six.Xavier you can be stupid if you tell me you should have stuck with
Mandy.Ohh Mandy.
I picked up my phone and dialled her number.
Her:Xavier?
Me:Come here.
Her: After ignoring me for that child you are babysitting I don't think so.
Me:Mandy come over otherwise you wouldn't like it if my guards came over and dragged you out of
your house.Do not even think about lying and say you are not home you have twenty minutes before
I let my guards track you and bring you kicking or screaming.
I dropped the call and looked around the room I was on my fourth bottle now but still it didn't remove
the ache on my heart.
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I don't know how many bottles I drank now but this ache didn't even dare disappear.
Me:A child has me feeling like thisXavier come on!
My phone rang.
Me: You are ten later.
Her:I don't live around the corner security pin?
Me:47538.
Her:This is not working Xavier.
Me:47538? Wait that is not it.Change it to password.
Her:Yes?
Me:B-A-T-H-A-B-I-L-E.
Her:Ba-ta-bi-le? What on earth is that?
Me:Are you coming inside?
She walks inside and gasp at the mess around me.
Me:Right here.
Her:What on earth happened here?
Me:I was robbing myselfcome over Mandy and stop asking questions.
She stands in front of me I pull her to my lap.
Her: You are drunk.
I slipped my hand under her night dress making her grab my arm.
Me: Don't tell me you didn't miss me.
Her: You ignore me whenever it suits you Xavier I have to pretend that doesn't hurt me.
Me:I am trying to secure a better future for both of us forgive for thinking ahead and not telling you.
This alcohol is messing up with my vocabulary.
Her: I love you Xavier I really do.
Me:I love you too.
She kissed me with my hand squeezing her ass for a moment my mind flashed to Paris I quickly
thought of something else.

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XAVIER[2 MONTHS LATER]

Dad:Mr Boikanyo contacted me.
He said as he entered my office.
Me: About?
Dad:He asked about Katlego and I am shocked that it has been two months now and none of you
told him that Katlego is dead.
Me:It slipped my mind.
Dad:It slipped your mind?Is that why I made you chairman executive officer?To let things slip your
mind?
Me: I didn't want to bother them considering they just lost their mother.
Dad:If you cared that much Xavier about their well-being you would have went to the funeral and you
didn't.
Me: I just-
Dad: Didn't want to face Paris?Do you know how long it took for your mother to finally trust me?Ten
damned years and you are here whining for less than two months.We are running a business here
not your housepull yourself up boy and do what you are suppose to do don't let your emotions inside
my company and run it down.Hear me?
Me:Yes Father.
Dad: I want that Mpumalanga base found whether you like it or not I don't care whether you pray to
the high priestess but I want that base found like yesterday.Have you seen what Paris has
done?Eleven accomplices of Mosia have been arrested but you haven't done anything.
He walks out angrily.I look at the laptop before searching for her I know what she has been doing
these past few weeksshe was going for every associate of Mosiamost probably the ones she has
met.She had eighty percent of governmental officials helping her as they did marchessecrets were
leaking against Mosia but he was still untouchable.A knock echoesMandy walks in smilingshe kisses
my cheek before sitting down.
Her:How are you?
Me:I am doing good and you?
Her:Greatwas just passing by so I decided to check on you.
Me:Okay?
Her:Anyway I saw something we can do for weekend away.
Me:And?
Her:Brits.
Me:Huh?
Her:It is not far from the nature reserve in Mpumalangaso it is a great idea love.
Me:When do you want to go?
Her:This weekend?
Me:Okay we can do that then.
Her:I love you.
Me: Love you too.
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PARIS
I looked at the map trying to figure out where I can find the traditional healer who helped Mosia.
Me:So you drove him to all these places?
Him:Yes and according to his instructions I have to stay out of the yard lastly but not least we used
this route.
Me:I can see it but I have no clue about where it leads.
Him:It leads to Zambe.
Me: Zambe?That is on the border.
Him:I followed instructionswe stopped outside what you call the biggest farm everit is rich and I have
never seen it at all Miss Boikanyo.He walked inside the yard and went behind the first housemind
you there are trees surrounding the farm and it is not far from the river.
Me:River?
Him:There was a sound of water roaring on the background even if you can't see it.I am pretty sure
of what I heard Miss Boikanyo plus he came back a little too sweaty I am sure that is where he is
getting all the guidance to power.
Me:This our only chance to remove him.
Mangi:Do you know these rituals Bathabile? There are sacrifices to be made.
Me: What am I suppose to do?The only way I can stop him is if I go to the person myself and ask
them what should I get if I want to remove someone who has the unbelievable power like Mosia.Oh I
am sure he's paying whoever a lots of moneyso I have to put a very generous offer on the plate.
NK: What offer?
Atha:She is going to use the inheritance Mom left her.
NK:Are you crazy? You can't do that you are going to school in few months.
Me:Dad already has education fund for me which means I am covered in school.
Mangi:Using your inheritance to buy a traditional healer is not idealistic Bathabile.
Me:I don't have any powers I can use on him Mangalisothis is the only way I can whoever to bring
Asmodeus back to hellJophiel will make sure that he never rises again.
NK:You are being already now you want to mess with demons something I thought I could never
come across with.I really don't want to discourage you Paris but this is too much.
Me:If it is to beit is to be me by God's will.
They looked at me in confusion before laughing.
Me:What?
Atha:You are so motivational and most saintly.
Mangi:If it is to be.
I laughed as he tried mimicking me.
Me:I missed a whole entire year I want to make a lifetime change so we won't have to look over our
shoulders all the time.Look at me I recovered swiftly because Godour Father was with me all the
timehe gave me unconditional love so I can do this.
Atha:I am so proud of you Baby.
Me:One would swear that is my name.
Mangi:The Vorcans were so confused.
NK:"We want to find Babywe have to find her please help us find Baby".The confusion on their faces
they couldn't understand if we were looking for a baby or Baby.
Me:So guys what about a walk in the reserve?Maybe check out if we can find a lion that will share its
cage with Mosia.
Mangi:I have to the perfect spot to look for one.
Atha: You guys are planning to look for a lion?
Us:Yes!
Me: Khaya please get the car inside and tell the guards to get readywe are going on a weekend
away in our Nature Reserve.
Hi.:Yes Mam.
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MANDY
I looked around the restaurantit was full but I couldn't leave my burgers here and wait for more hours
to get it.Guys in black suits walked in and checked inside.
Me:Are those your guards?
Him:I don't hire military guys as guards
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it was full but I couldn't leave my burgers here and wait for more hours to get it.Guys in black suits
walked in and checked inside.
Me:Are those your guards?
Him:I don't hire military guys as guardsmaybe someone else.
I looked at the door a little curious now.The girls sitting next to me squealed .
Girl:Oh my goodness it's her.
Girl2:I love her I don't know why but I just love herthe way she just managed to stand up for herself.
Xavier was looking at his phone not even looking at the girl entering the restaurant.I clenched my
teeth as I watched her walk in and go to the counter.
Girl:Her mother left her Paris LodgeOikanyo BnB and Paris Guest house.I am telling you she's rich.
Paris Guest house?Wait isn't that the place we are going to sleep in?My hatred grew as I stared at
her trying to understand why Xavier would stoop so low and associates himself with her.What on
earth did he see on her?I am sure he was just feeling sorry for hernono I refuse to acknowledge that
he would stoop this low. Did she sleep with him?I crunched my nose at the thought of him giving her
what was mine.She looked around for a place to sit.
Girl:Let her come hereplease Lord.
She looked at them smilingthank God Xavier was still on his phone.
Her:BotsheloMahalia long time no see.
Girl:Damn I thought we would never see you again.
Girl2:I missed you.
Her:I missed you too guys.
Girl:How are you doing?
Girl2:Paris you helped us when no one was there please do talk to us we would love to help you.
Her:I helped you because I could not because in the future I wanted something in return when I do
need your help I will ask you don't worry.
I was getting angry each and every second.Where is the damn order?I have to admit that the man
walking in just happened to be the most beautiful handsome black man I have ever met.
Girl2:Oh my goodness Paris look at that.
Girl:Your crush.
Her:Crush?Oh my goodness it's him!
Girl2:Teboho.
The guy obviously heard his name and turned to themmy breath hitched as I stared at himhe was
just beautiful.He walked towards them smiling.
Him:Bathabile.
My whole entire world stopped when I heard the name Xavier is using as his security password it's
her name.He looked up so fast as she stood uphugging the guy.Her eyes unfortunately met with
Xavier'sshe looked at him and looked at me before breaking the hug.
Her:Long time Teboho.
Him: I am so happy to see you again I am truly.We should do dinner sometime.
Her: I would lo-
Voice:Paris!
Her: That would be my brother.
Two guys who looked a whole lot like her walked in.
Me: You never told me she has brothers very beautiful ones.
Xavier:As if you wanted to know about her.
Me: Considering she's your password I have to know about her cause it seems like I will be stuck
with her for long.
He just looked at me before looking at them they were coming over I tried to sit up straight.
Mangi:Xavier Vorcanwe meet againwe were never really introduced the first time.
Xavier:I am not sure who is who.
Mangi: I am Mangi this is my oldest and only brother Nkanyezi call him NK.
Honestly NK looked beautifulMandy get a grip and focus on Xavier.
Xavier: Nice to officially meet you.
Paris stood next to NK who was holding her by the waist as she leaned on him.He didn't seem like a
talker.
Mangi:Nkanyezi and Bathabile don't be rude.
NK:What makes you think I am interested in introducing myself?Baby told you not to come here but
you are such a doctor.
Mangi:You two share your mother's anger and beauty.
Me: I would love to meet hershe should be proud of at least having two kids looking like her.
The way they looked at me I realised that I shouldn't have said anything else at all.
NK:This is why I don't talk to people who don't like my sisters for no reason they say things that
could make me forget she's a woman.
I gulped when I saw the deadly look.
Xavier:I apologize for her insensitive she has no idea.
Her:I will tell them to deliver it.
Xavier clenched his fist as they walked away from us.
Me:Talk about rude.
Xavier:Their mother is deadshe just died Mandybe a little sensitive even if you don't like Paris.
Me:I don't get your anger towards me.
Xavier:You will find me in the house Mandy.
Me:And then?Geez.
I stand up and find Paris still on the counter.
Me:There are problems everywhere you are.
Her: I don't fit in with your insecurities.
Me: You talk? Surprisingly not so long ago you couldn't utter even thank you.
Her:You are really bored Mandyfind a hobby or something that you people would do.
Me:What is that suppose to mean?
Her:Google helps darling.
I stand fuming as she walks away from me.Did she just insult me?

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I didn't sleep a wink last night with the horror of seeing Paris after two months.She looks
differentmore relaxed or she's good at faking it.I thought I would be the one acting like I have never
met her but it's the way around she didn't even want to look or talk to me.Mandy has been in foul
mood ever since yesterdayso I took a shower and got ready for the day.
Her:Sometimes you should stand up for me in public and correct me in private.
Me:I am not going to stand up for you while you are being insensitive about people's loss.
Her:I didn't know.
Me:There was nothing forcing you to comment Mandyif they don't include you leave them.Anyone
could see that they were not even trying to talk to you at all.
Her:I admit I was wrong.
Me:You didn't say sorry to them Mandy you may not like Paris for absolutely no reason.
Her:I have a rea-
Me:Wanting to protect someone that needed help is a crime? Sometimes I wonder if you are cut out
for the life I have.You would be kicking people out for needing my help.
She looked at me in shock I walk out hoping to wait for her outside.We walked in silence towards the
reserve I stood outside the building and Mandy walked in.
Atha:I never really thanked you for what you did for my family.
I jumped a little.
Me:You gave me a heart attack .
Atha: Apologies Mr Vorcan.
Me:It is okay.How is RiRi?
Atha:Behind you?
First I was confused I turned first I thought it was Paris with a neck supporter.
Me:For a moment I thought you were Paris.
Her: That means you have spent sometime with hermost people know she looks like Atha..
Me:Yes I did.
Atha:Baby over here!
I looked at Paris standing not far where we wereshe looked at us before turning her back and left.
Her:That was rude.
Atha:Her and Nkanyezi came back so moody last nightshe was worse.
Mandy walked out.
Mandy:Hello.
Atha:Hi.We should get goingwe are going to look around and maybe we should join you later.
Me:Yeah.
Riri:Nice to meet you Miss.
They left.
Mandy:They are her siblings aren't they?Why was she in Cape Town then?
Me:If you could notice everything around youmaybe Mandy you would know but you think for
yourself and no one else.
Mandy:I get it I was wrong there's no need for you to remind me each and every day.
Me:Acknowledge your mistakes then I will stop Mandy.
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PARIS
RiRi:And then?What was that for?
Me:Mandy doesn't like me for a bit to her I'm ruining everything for her so I don't want to make her
more uncomfortable.
Atha:Xavier?
Me:What about him?
Atha:Clearly the guy likes you.
Me:Trust me Xavier is not a guy but a man and I just happen to be a teen.No man like him would like
a girl like me I am damaged goods to him.
Riri:You like him?
Me:I do because he put his pride aside and helped me Rethaso I am forever grateful but I need to
stand herefar from him.I can't be liking him too muchno I can't.
Atha:Is this your broken self talking?
Me:No this is reality talking sister I can't be a blocking someone's relationship so I'd rather stay away
from them.
Atha: You almost cried because of him.
Me:He couldn't understand why I did what I did.Why should I be begging him when me and him are
just two people who helped each other?Andinaxesha mna.(I don't have time).
RiRi:Athabile do not force her to feel something for a man who has shown that he is not in love with
her.I know way too well what that leads to.
Then it becomes more somber as we walk to where Mangi and NK are waiting in the car.
Man:Sorry Mr Boikanyo do you mind coming with two of our customers?
Mangi:Bring them Hlumelo.
NK:Oh hell no!It is them?
I get inside to the back chairXavier follows sitting right next to meMandyAthabile and Rethabile sit in
front of us.Silence in the car
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no one is saying anything as we drive around the reserve looking at the animals.
NK:No songs?
Riri:Baby has her phoneask her.
NK:Baby girl.
Me:Big brother.
NK:My little princess.
Me:Stop it you are making me blush.
NK:Please play your music.
Me:Your wish is my command.
"Sometimes we take our clothes off
To find the naked truth".
Mangi:Bathabile don't play those songs.
"I'm going under and this time
I fear there's no one to save me
This all or nothing really got a way of driving me crazy
I need somebody to heal
Somebody to know
Somebody to have
Somebody to hold
It's easy to say
But it's never the same
I guess I kinda liked the way you numbed all the pain
Now the day bleeds Into nightfall
And you're not here
To get me through it all
I let my guard down
And then you pulled the rug
I was getting kinda used to being someone you loved
I'm going under and this time
I fear there's no one to turn to
This all or nothing way of loving got me sleeping without you
Now I need somebody to know
Somebody to heal
Somebody to have
Just to know how it feels
It's easy to say but it's never the same
I guess I kinda liked the way you helped me escape"
Atha:She singsthe broken hearted girl.
Me:I wonder who told you that.
Mangi: Worse she met that highschool crush of hers.
NK:Teboho?I knew it.
Me:He only asked me on a datewell dinner actually.
Riri:I always liked him you know but she chose to stay away from him.
Atha:She might even fall in love with him you know?
NK:Do not fall for men.
Atha:Fall for boys.
NK:Athabile Boikanyo!
Atha:Mmm let the neighbours hear you call my name.Yessss!
We burst out laughingthe couple sit in silence.
Atha:Guys kubi abantu abaWhite abafuni uthetha nathi.(Guys it's bad white people don't want to talk
to us).
Mangi:Baginye iLemon (They swallowed lemon).
NK:Khamjonge uSisi atsho ngoba Blonde(Look at the girl she's so blonde).
Riri:Akamhle lo Vorcan(Vorcan is handsome).
Xavier tenses but still lost.
Me:Niyadika nina.(You are so annoying).
RiRi: Gossip with us.
They were getting uncomfortable with us as they kept shifting.
NK:We could even plan to feed them to the lions and they wouldn't understand a word we are
saying.
Mangi:They heard that now big bro.The Boikanyos planned to murder usimagine a front page like
that.
Me:Mama left unruly undercover little savages I can't with you.
Atha:They get out of control.
Mandy:When are we going back?
NK: You can walk back darling.
She looks at Xavier in shock.
NK:Your boyfriend doesn't scare me darling you can goggle him all you want he won't do anything
about it.
I know what Nkanyezi is capable oftrust me Xavier wouldn't even make it not to my brother.
Xavier:Is there a way we can go back soon?
NK:Of course Mr Vorcanwe just need to check the lion side for future reference.
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The moment we reached our stopMandy literally ran to the bathroom I waited for my siblings to
come out of the car.I had to wait for Xavier too who seemed to take longer to walk out as my siblings
left.He literally helped me as I walked out.
Me:Thank you.
I said that and walked away from him I could hear footsteps behind me as I walked in the passage.
Him:Ris.
I turned and looked at him.
Him:So we are like strangers?
Me:Yes Mr Vorcan.
Him:Paris I know that you went through hell because of me-
Me: Please don't explain anything Mr Vorcan I am very grateful for everything you have done for
me.You helped me a lot because of that men don't scare me that muchall thanks to you.I will be
forever grateful for thatforever.It was nice to know you I will keep saying thank you each and every
day.There is no need for us to keep talking if that makes Mandy uncomfortable I was labelled a lot of
names home wrecker isn't going to be one of them.Keep well.Mandy.
I mean she couldn't exactly hide as she stood not far from us.Damn somehow that really hurt.

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Me:Dear FatherI know I don't pray that muchmaybe only when I pray for food or sleep.I know I am
not a saintI am trying you know.I want to try this a praying woman thing but it is hardI have hit rock
bottom a lot of times that I don't even see when something good is happening to me.I want to do
things but I don't know where to start.I am living testimony that angels and demons do exist.I should
be a lot smarter but I keep making more mistakes instead Father.Now I am on my way to Zambe I
don't know if I will come back the same person or not.I am worried about things going wrong but I
should trust in you.Listen to my heart.Wait that doesn't sound rightokay Lord you understand or you
don't?Okay byeno amen.
NK:Amen.He heard you alright.
Me:Unlike you I can pray brother.
NK: Whatever makes you sleep at night.Are you sure about this?
I looked at the trees I knew we were getting closer as I could hear the running water.
Me:I am sure yes I am scared but I am sure about doing this.
NK:Mama is proud of youokay?
Me:Thank you.
NK:Sometimes I can be difficult but never ever think I would let you do things alone you are all my
little siblingsit hurts when you go through something and I can't do anything about it.Talk to me so
we can find what to do together.
Me:I love you.
NK:I love you too Baby.
We come in front of the gateit does look like a very rich farm.
NK:Good luck Baby.
Me:All God's grace will be with me.
I walked out of the car with my bag and walked through the gate.The front door was open so I
decided to knock before entering I found a young boy sitting and eating.
Me:Hi.
Him:Hi Miss.Are you looking for my father?
Me:Oh yes.
Him:Women never come to see him I guess you are different.
Me:There is always a start for everything.Can I?
Him:There is a way made up of granite leading to his huthe has a guest there but he won't take long.
I walked out at the back door I find the trail leading down.I can see the hut standing on top of the
river as I go down.There are cowssheepgoats and other farm animals.This man is indeed rich.I find
two men talking to each otherI immediately knew who I was looking for.He was tallhis body physical
fit..
Me:Sanibonani(Greetings).
They nodded their heads before he continued telling him what to dothe man left.He looked so
tensedmaybe it was my presence.
Him:Bengingazi ukuthi le mini iyoze isheshe ifike.(I didn't know this day would come fast).
Me:Kungcono ubuyazi iyeza(It is better that you knew it was coming).
Him:Khumula izicathulo.(Take your shoes off).
I followed him as he entered the hut after taking my shoes off.
Me:You already know why I am hereso what should be done?
Him:His blood which I already havethen we will go to the river.
He said looking everywhere.
Me:Sounds too easy.
Him:You are traveling with an angel of deathif I don't do what you want I might as well consider
myself dead.
Me:Then shall we?
I followed him as he walked out of the hut carrying his satchelthe river looked dangerously bigway
too big.I could feel goosebumps on the back of my neck.I watched as he kept shouting words as he
walked around.The sky suddenly changed it became dark so fast as I watched the man do what he
was doing.
Voice:He is not doing what you thinkhe wants to sacrifice you instead and he is all doing is trying to
contact Asmodeus.
Me:Looked way too easy for my liking.
Voice:He doesn't know that Uriel is really here.
Me:Archangel of death?
Voice:Yes.
Him:Step closer girl.
Me:I am fine right here.
Him: You are suppose to see what I will be doing.
Me:Oh no I don't have to that is why I left someone to take care of your son in case you try
something.So again I am fine here.
He looks angry.
Him: Asmodeus!
I heard a scream as a human like person or whatever walked out of the water wait I was the one
screaming.The thing lunged for me but a blinding light sent both of us flying.I looked up as two
figures stood before me.
Asmodeus:Brother and sister nice of you to join us.
Jophiel:For the last time brother!
Asmodeus:You are so sure.
Who I assumed was Uriel grabbed the traditional healer and dragged him towards the river.
Him:He brought you herewhich means if we send him to purgatory that means you are coming along
baby brother.
Asmodeus:Yeah right brother.
Uriel sank inside the water.
Asmodeus:Well?Looks like I a-
He coughed as something blocked himhe tried to move but something was pulling him towards the
river.It started raining hard as I laid on the groundit was thundering so hard I am sure I would have
my hearing taken.I could feel the pain on my back as I tried to move suddenly I felt my head get
lighter.
Me:Please no!
I knew I was fainting.
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Voice:Hey you finally awake.
Me:Damn my head hurts.
NK:I am so glad to see you.
Me:Where are we?
NK:The nearest hospital.
Me:What happened?
NK:Well the boy came screaming that his father was attacking you when I came down half of the
yard was burning while it rained so hard.The poor boy called the police and fire departmentsuch a
clever little soul.
Me:How are is he?
NK:He is six years
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Me:How are is he?
NK:He is six yearstoo young for his heighthis mother was thrown in the river by the father.He has
been living in trauma for yearshe didn't even cry when the doctors told him that his father is dead.
Me:Where is his father?
NK:I found him burning as you laid on the ground bleeding on the head.
Me:Oh?
The door openstwo police officers walked in.
Det:Detective Mokoena and this is Detective Du Soleil.We have few questions for you.
Me:Okay what do you have for me?
Det:Miss according to your brother you come from Brits in Mpumalanga all the way to
hereLimpopoZambe.He just told us that you came here for some business deal.
Me:As you know my mother is originally from Grahamstownshe happens to have a share in a farm in
Gauteng before she died she wanted to buy five cows and she was told that the farm in Zambe
could even give her a discount.Two days ago I decided to fulfill that will and came here unfortunately
I came on the wrong day.
Det:Why did he take you to the river?
Me:He took me where?Last time I checked we were looking at the cowsthen he banged my head
that's it.
Det:There have been complaints against himwhere he was sacrificing humans for his practice but as
you can see we never got him unfortunately for him he lost this time.Your God is truly alive young
lady.
Me: What is going to happen to the boy?
Det:Your brother wants to take him.
NK:He is a child I don't think I would have much problem raising him.
Me:Thank you.
Det: Unfortunately the whole entire farm burnt down.
Me:What?
Det:The fire is still being investigated.We will keep in touch.
NK:I refuse to believe that really happened Bathabile.What really happened?
Me:Pray big brother and you will understand what happened out there.
NK:Mangi should be here to pick you up I have to sign some papersthe Detective promised to make
sure the process is fastened.
Me:Nkanyezi .
NK:Sithandwa sam(My love).
Me: God bless you.
He kissed my forehead before walking out.
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XAVIER
I don't know if it was me or what but my heart was way too heavy.It would hurt more every time I
thought about what she said to me I can't believe I was in love again.At this age I should have been
experiencing fatherhood something else not heartbreak.And what is worse it's from a child fifteen
years younger than me.
Voice:A rand for your thoughts.
Me:Maybe a mil.
Her:You are still dramatic.
Me:Long time.
She hugged me before sitting down.
Me:I am glad to see you Georgia.
Her:I am happy to see you too looking better than before.So what I can do for you?
Me:Oh come on Georgia.
Her:I raised Grace I knew her like the palm of my hand I knew when she joined those gangsters
even though she told me nothing.I know how much she loved you even though she was in a
crossfire plus I am a psychologist for a reason.I mean we helped each other with her passing
considering you didn't want to go to someone else.Again what is going on?
Me:I believe I fell in love with this girl.
Her:You lie?Last time I checked you didn't even like her.What is her name?Melinda or Linda or
whatever.
Me:Mandy.Not her.
Her:You sly fox.
Me:Her name is Paris actually her first name is Bathabile.
Her:That is definitely the first she's black.
Me:Yes and she's very young.
Her:Years?
Me:Fifteen years younger.
Her: Paedophile.Xavier tell me what went wrong?
I told her everything literally everything that occured between us.
Me:So yeah that's it.
Her:You were busy making her feel special while you were and still are dating Mandy?You can be so
stupid Vorcanstew -peed.The young girl clearly was still facing some demons I mean they were
kidnapped by her sister's boyfriend.Few months wasn't enough for her to trust you.Comfortability and
trust are two way different words.Being comfortable around you doesn't mean O fully trust you I can
be comfortable with a stranger but it don't mean I trust them.Trust has to do with me knowing that
you got meif there are people planning against me I know for sure you aren't one of them I know you
would do anything to make sure I know my worth and that I am not hurt.This girl went through
trauma you expected way too much of her Xavier.I suggest you do what you want not what she
wants you to do.
Me:It hurts you know Georgia.
Her:Not as it did with Grace?
Me:I don't know if this is different but the pain is unbearable.
Her:Do you have a picture of her?
Me:Here.
Her:Oh my goodness she is beautiful Xavier.Before Grace diedshe said I quote "Aunty I am going to
send Xavier an angel that angel would mend his broken heart.She will make him full again".Now I
believe you did meet that angel look at you Xavier you were full of anger not so long ago but now I
believe you are getting way better.She was truly an angel.
Me: Should I let her go?
Her:Do you want to let her go?
Me:I believe I should she's young still has to learn something by herself I don't want to trap her with
marriage and children at this age.
Her:She is different isn't she?You bluntly told my niece that marriage was not on the contrary so she
should not even think about it.
Me:I guess I wasn't ready at all but with Paris I suddenly felt like I was ready.
Her:You feel like if you give her timeshe might use it to move on and you are not getting any
younger.
Me:I am not.
Her: Listen to your heart then decide if you want to go along with it.
Me:I should listen to it actually.

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Me:Thank you.
I walked inside followed by the police and moving companythe two towing trucks drove in.The
workers looked confused as I walked to the door and knocked.
Her:Hi?
Me:Mrs Mosia hi.
Her:Can I help you?
Me:Call your husband and please come outside.Pack everything inside according to the list!
Her:You are trespassing young lady.
Me: Actually I have a warrant to take everything out of my house again call your husband.
Her:Your house? You are truly high young lady.Zweli!
Him:Coming.
Our eyes methe looked shocked as he stared at me.
Me:Here the court wants you out by the end of the day I own this now.
Him:What?
Me:You don't watch news ?
Her:Zweli what is going on?
Me:Oh no Miss South Africa you know exactly what is going on I mean you have helped your
husband a couple of times.Remember a girl called Yolanda Ndumiso? Manslaughter and kidnapping
charges perhaps?
They looked at the police standing behind me.He looked angry.
Him:I am being falsely accused here.
Me:But everyone in that base in Mpumalanga has been arrestedso I don't know why you think you
are cleveraaaand Asmodeus is back where he belongs so please don't call him you will hit
voicemail.Pack everything keep it moving.
Her:What about my kids?
Me:When you kidnapped those kidsdid you think about their parents?Your kids are going to suffer
because the government is taking every cent under your names and theirs you can't be feeding them
with money that was harshly taken from us.
Him:You are going to pay for this.
Me:I will make sure you rot in hell Mosia.
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Me:Why are you looking at me?
Atha:Look at this.
I found the biggest bunch of flowers sitting on the island and two boxes of chocolate.
Me:Lucky bitch.
Atha:It is for younot me.
Me:You lie.
Riri: From someone called Teboho.
Atha: She is blushing omg!
Me:I just got flowers woman!Tonight?Come on I should be celebrating defeating Mosia not this.
Riri:Go out Baby.
Me:Then I am going out.
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I walked inside the restaurantI find him already sitting.I take a deep breath before approaching him.
Me:Hey.
Him:You look beautiful Paris.
I sit down.
Me: You don't look bad yourself.
Him:I am glad that you came.
Me:I am glad too.
Him:I saw you on the news you trending too.
Me:I had to do something and make sure he's put behind bars I really didn't care if someone knows
what I went through but it's time.I got your invite and I have to ask you a question.
Him:Shoot.
Me: What are your intentions with me?You already know I am a victim and I am going to college in
less than five weeks.
Him:I know you might think I want to take advantage of you but I am not I always loved you but I
didn't want to pressure you in highschool.
Me:I am entitled to leave you the moment you show me one wrong move Teboho I will not stay in a
relationship like thatforgive me but men have shown me hell in this world.
Him:I want to try one step at a timebear with me.Please?
I looked at him and smiledmaybe
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just maybe this was my happiness other than Xa-.Parisnonono!You are not going to compare men
like that.
Him:Stop looking at me like that.
Me:I am just checking you out boy.
Him:You are making me uncomfortable girl.
Me:Am I?
Him:Yes you are child.
He leaned forward and smirked.Okay I am moving on right now.
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Mom:Seems like Paris didn't need our help after all.
Dad:She did that in a second.
Liam:Xavier you never told me she is this beautifulman I should take her as my second wife.
Paula:Maria would have killed your white asstrust me I know that crazy witch of yours.
Sofia:I rooted for Xavier and Paris but too bad I was wrong.
Me:I see thatno need to keep telling me that.
Mom:I wonder who told you that we were telling youwe are just admiring Paris.
Paula:You have Mandy don't you brother?
Me:Whatever you say people.
Mom:Are you sulking boy?
Me:No!
Sofia:Oh my goodness she's going to be a queen!
Mom:Paris?
Sofia:Says here they were seen on a restaurant very cosy indeed he is a prince of Swaziland.
Mom:Let me see that.Oh my goodness he is.
I stood up.
Mom:You see?We just lied but she was seen on a date with a very handsome man.
Me:I don't care.
Dad:We didn't ask you that now didn't we?
Liam:No one is asking you to deny your relationship with Parismaybe you liked her a bit.Trust me I
would have fallen for her tooshe is gorgeous.
Sofia:He would have been the first Vorcan to date a dark skinned girl history made.
Mom:Your grandmother would have his heard I mean she wanted your Dad to marry a girl that was
born speaking Espanol instead of a girl like me.
Sofia:That woman still call us mixed.
Dad:That woman is my mother your grandmother Sofia.
Sofia:Selfish one if you tellour mother had to teach us equality at the young age because of that
witch.Did you hear what she said when she found out Liam's wife is Spanish?"Gracias Sweet
Virginmy grandson is not like his Papa"
We all keep quietmy grandmother is a very traditional Spanish womanshe is joking about something
Mom told is about and we don't find it funny at all.At the end she is our granny.
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I looked at the news in angerthen turned to everyone.
Me:Prepare me a plane to South Africa I need to deal with some people.
Guard:Boss what are you going to do?
Me:I need to put those stupid Vorcans on their places before they get out of control.They are
messing with my damn fucken business!You!Make sure you find this girl they put on the screen I
need to talk to her.

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I know that Paris seemed to be doing just fine on her ownshe has started school about a month
ago.Who would believe that just last year she was breaking?
PA:Mr Vorcan your next meeting.
Me:I almost forgot about that.If they arrive send them in.
I drop the call the door opens that was fast.A man I have never seen walked in followed by two
guardshis skin looked tanned and the hair so dark.I stared at him confused because I was definitely
sure I have never met him at all.
Him:Very beautiful mat you have here chico.
Wait did he just call me boy?His accent proved he was definitely not from around here.
Him: Clearly you haven't forgotten about your Spanish roots.
I watch him sits down with his guards standing at the door they were carrying AK-47's weird for
guards.
Him:I admire your fatherhe is doing well and good but he seemed to have forgotten our deal.
Me:Deal?
Him:My associates should be left alone and I will leave the girls alone.
Me:I don't understand.
Him:If you managed to get the girls from my associates you leave them aloneno police or anything.
Me:You made that with my father?No he wouldn't do that.
Him:Not when I had a gun on his pregnant wife's head I am sure your twin brother would have been
proud of youmay his soul rest in peace.
Me: Twin?
Him:They didn't tell you? She was pregnant with twins you and the other whom she lost due to the
trauma of having a gun on the head.They have respected my wish for yearsthen suddenly not
anymore.
Me:You are sick!
Him: Chico don't say that because I lose my anger very fast and you wouldn't like what I will do to
you.
Me:What do you think?That I am going to fulfill the deal?
Him:Oh no you fulfill the deal after I am done with everyone involved in destroying my biggest
supplierMosia.
I looked at him shocked.
Him:Good you know who I am talking about.Give me the envelope.
The guard handed him the envelope.
Him:There are cameras everywhere in this city look at this.
I looked at the pictures of me and Paris first time we met each other.
Me: What is this?
Him:Look Vorcan Junior I am not here to play games I am here to remove few thorns on my road
and she happens to be a very big thorn with your help of course.Thirty seven of my associates
working under Mosia arrested and all sentenced to more than three life sentences.That is bad for
business.
Me: What do you want?
Him:I am here to let you know that I am here.What is that famous saying? What belongs to Cesear
give it back to Cesear.
Me:I don't owe you.
Him:Oh yes you do and I am here to make sure that you pay me back.I should be on my way to
Brits.I lost very good men because of you and that stupid girl don't try me Xavier Vorcan.
Me:Are you threatening me?
Him:I threaten with a dead body not words mi chicobut be very careful when you decide to try
me.Your mother is a very beautiful exotic goddessthis time I wouldn't be making trades for her.Those
fraternal siblings of yours are very beautiful and hypercall Paris and tell her I am comingmaybe she
will be a Senorita and make me tea with biscuits.
Me: What do you want?
Him:Mosia and the rest of his crew out then fifteen girls.
Me:You must be crazy to think I would do that.
Him:Your house has girls especially your nieces.Boy give Cesaer his things.I hate repeating myself
mi chico.
He stands upfixes his suit and walk to the door.
Him:Oh how rude of me I am Monte Rodriguez Google helps to know about me even if it exagerate
things.
I didn't know I was holding a breath but I let it out the moment he walked out.I picked up my phone
and called Dad.
Me:You can start explaining a lot of things father.Who on earth is Monte Rodriguez?
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Liam:You made a deal with a man like that and never told us?
Dad:I didn't think it was important.
Me:Look at this now I owe someone I never made a deal with!
Mom:It was to save me.
Me:What happened to honesty is the best policy Mom?You let us plan to take Mosia whereas you
knew we weren't suppose to do that.
Liam: This man is capable of killing all of uswe could have avoided that.
Me:Where is his grave?
Mom:Huh?
Me:My brother's grave Motherhe told me why you guys made that deal.I am turning thirty six years
old and I have never heard you or Dad tell me about having a twin.What else are you hiding?What
more deals did you make with gangsters?
Dad:That is the only deal.
Liam:You think Paris is going to let this go? The poor girl just managed to move on and heal
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he told me why you guys made that deal.I am turning thirty six years old and I have never heard you
or Dad tell me about having a twin.What else are you hiding?What more deals did you make with
gangsters?
Dad:That is the only deal.
Liam:You think Paris is going to let this go? The poor girl just managed to move on and healnow we
have to release Mosia.Do you know what is going to happen? Everyone will surely know it was
usthen this company will be over.We are no longer helping victimswe are about to destroy them over
and over again.
Me:I don't know how on earth are we going to do this I have been trying to call Atha or any Boikanyo
for that matter but none of their numbers are available.
Liam:This is a lot worse than I thoughtthis man may not have what Mosia had but he's a lot
worse.He doesn't leave no stone unturned.
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PARIS
Lecturer:You know English is separated into a lot of piecesit has the language side literature and
drama sides.Each one needs a very dignified way to be able deal with them.For example you could
be able understand a poem but can't explain it to children.That is why you need to make notesmake
sure you understand every sentence of the poem because some poems are written in old
English.That is it for today don't forget my assignment is due in two days time.
We walked out of the class that was the end of my classes.Someone bumped me I turned to look at
the person.
Him: I am very sorry Miss.
Me:It is okay.
I left when I turned he was still standing on the spot I just waved before getting in my car.It has been
two months after I managed to enroll in the university for second semester to get my degree in
teaching.I was driving towards the mall when I arrived there I found Botshelo and Mahalia waiting.
Botshelo:I almost thought you were not coming Bathabile.
Me:It is a Friday kids of course I am coming.
Mahalia:Which restaurant?
Me:Pizza?
Botshelo:Thank you!This one wants us to eat stake over and over and over.
Me:Stake?Please.
Mahalia:I knew she was going to agree with me.
Botshelo:I need to stay slender unlike you.
Me: Don't you want this ass?Fuck them skinny bitches.
Mahalia:Oh yess!
Botshelo:Fuck you!
We laughed as we walked in the restaurant and sat down.
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Mahalia:Guys look!
Some guys walked in the restaurant I remember one of them being the one who bumped into me.He
looked at me and smiled.Okay?
Botshelo:And then?
Me:He bumped me in school.
Mahalia:Do you know he's an international student?Half of them are from Brazil they are so hot.
Me:Good for them.
Botshelo:You and that Teboho of yours.
Me:So I don't have to notice any other man at all.
Our order finally came.
Mahalia:He is coming over.
Me:Who?
Botshelo:The guy you bumped Mateo Cosa.
Me:Oh boy why?
Him:Hello ladies.
Mahalia:Hi.
Him:Do you mind if you join us later?
Botshelo:We don't knowRis?
Me:I am going home after finishing my food.
Mahalia:Come on.
Me:Not interested I made a promise to be home for dinner Mahaliawe have guests remember?
Botshelo:Atha's in laws right?
Mahalia:I completely forgot.
Me:You can join them though.
Him:You will join us next time?
Me:Asoze.(Never).
Botshelo:Ris?
Me:It will depend if I want to.
Him:Oh.
Me:Akandichazi ke lo Neymar(This Neymar doesn't interest me).
Mahalia and Botshelo stifled a laugh.
Him:You really don't like me Ris?
Me:Pa-ris I don't ha-
Botshelo:She is moody she's not usually like this.
Me:Ndiyahlanya.(I am crazy).
He smiled before going back to his friends.
Mahalia:And then?
Me:I don't like him something just doesn't feel right with him.
My phone rang.
Me:Paris Boikanyo speaking.
Man:Miss Boikanyo there is a man who has been trying to set a meeting with you for the past two
weeks.
Me:With me?
Man:Yes but you told me to deal with everything that has to do with the businesshe insists that he
would only talk to youno one else.
Me:Does he have a name?
Man:Monte that's all he said.
Me:Look I gave you the jobif you can't do your job just say so I will fire you and get someone else.
Man:Nono Miss Boikanyohe keeps insisting so I decided to let you know.
Me:Tell the security not to let him in I am busy with school I don't have time for unknown people.
Man:Have a good day Miss.
Me:Bye.Can we go home?
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Me:Bring him in.
Him:Oh hello there Father.
Me:Mateo.
Him: What do you want from me?
Me:I came to see you.
Him:I am suppose to believe that you are here for me?
Me: Your mother misses you boy.
Him:I miss her too.Dad why are you here?
Me:I need your help.
Him:In what?
Me: There's a girl I want you to get close to.
Him:Not this again.
Me:This is your last assignment Mateo.
Him:Let me see.
I handed him the file he looked shocked and worried.
Him:I can't do this.
Me:Why?
Him: Ask someone else not me.
He walked out.
Me:Well it seems like he already knows her follow him and tell me what relationship do they have
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Me:Hello?Hello?
Him:Hello Paris.
Me:How can I help you?
Him:We need to talk.
Me:About?
Him:There is a man called Monte Rodriguez and he's very dangerous.
Me:And ?
Him:He wants us something from us.
Me:This Rodriguez has no reason to want something from me Mr Vorcan I have to go.
I dropped the call in anger.
Me:I was sleeping just fine.
My phone rang again.
Me:I am sleeping!
Him:I used my airtime to call you child don't you ever drop my call ever again!
Me:What do you want from me Xavier Vorcan?
Him:Monte Rodriguez is not mehe will kill everyone to make sure you listen.
Me:Who on earth is this Monte? What does he want from me?
Him:Mosia.
Me:What?
Him:He wants everyone working under Mosia out of jail.
Me:What?Where does he come from?Jupiter?
Him:Brazil actuallythis man is real Paris.
Me:We are real Xavierif you have considered getting Mosia outdo it Mr Vorcan and remember I will
make sure that the entire world knows how fake you are.
Him: You think I want to do this?
Me:Did you lose anything when it came to Mosia?I have lifetime scars I lost my mother because of
him and suddenly the one who lost absolutely nothinghas a nerve to come here and tell me what to
do.Do not bother yourself I will not be dictated by men not now or anytime soon.If he wants my
family dead let him do that but I am not backing down.So much for thinking you were better I was
wrong.
I dropped the call and got off from my bed.
NK:Look who comes crawling.
Dad:Leave her alone.
Me:We have a problem well you know what I mean.Listen to this call.
They listened.
Mangi:Who on earth is this Rodriguez?
Me:I have no ideahe went to them knowing that they have power to get Mosia out.
NK:We should have killed him when we had the chance.
Dad:I will be right back.
Me:Dad.
Dad:Do not worry about me.
Atha:Xavier can't do this.
Me:He can do anythingit is his court after all.
RiRi:He can't let that man out!He would kill usno he can't do that.
Me:Calm downwe will not let him do this no we won't.
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Me:I am doing everything I can to make sure this doesn't happen Teboho but we are talking about
the Vorcans here.They have been around for some time and I am nothing to them.
Him:Come on babe don't let them do this you worked so hard to make sure he doesn't get away from
this.
Me:I won'tI know our families are at stake but it will be a lot worse if he comes back.
Him:Do you really think they would let him out?
Me:They are the Vorcans they can do just whatever they want.
Waiter:Sorry Missthe gentleman over there said I must give you this.
Him:What?Who?
Waiter:Ri-wait he is not there anymore.
Me:Um no thank you.Bring us our bill so we can leave.
Him:Do you know who?
Me:No but I have an ideait is some guy from schoolhe is sending flowers to my house.I don't know if
he's following me now.
Him:Did you report this?
Me:Tell Mpumalanga police I have a stalker after I got their boss arrested?Teboho come on.Thank
you.
Him:Let me pay.
Me:I can too
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The moment we walked outMateo stood at the door.
Me:Cosa you are really getting obsessed with me.
Mateo:I go after what I like even if you have what you think deserve you.
Him: What did you just say?
Me:Teboho calm downhe wants you to be angry.
Mateo: That is rightbeat me up and I might be nice and give you a year in prison.You will be out of
my way in getting her.
Me:You can try a love potion darling might work for you.
Mateo:My kind of woman.
We left him therethis guy is starting to become a nuisance now.Teboho looked very angry as he
drove.
Me: You are angry.
Him:Some guys just piss me off.Who does that?
Me:He wants you angry don't let him do that.I love you.
Him:I love you too.
A car came right in front of us and stoppedreminds me when I did that to Xavier.
Me:And then?
A man carrying a gun came out of the car I walked out of the car.
Teboho:Where are you going?
Me: What on earth is this?
Him:I have a message for you Miss Paris.
Me:You could have sent it.
He pointed the gun at me I looked at him with my eyebrows raised.
Me:Aaah help.Try something else Mr.
He looked shocked.
Him:Mr Rodriguez wants to talk to you.
Me:He could just call me instead of making this look bizzare.
Him:He wants to talk to you.
Me:Tell him to find my number just like he found me and then set an appointment with me.
Him:You should stop thinking you are an immortal.
Me:Oh no I actually do know how to stand up for myselfgo back to your boss and tell him that Paris
Boikanyo said"Set a meeting!".Move your damn car guard!
He looked shocked I went back to the car.
Me:Oh well it seems like I got stalkers after all.
Teboho looked at me in shock and confusion.
Him:Iron lady.
Me:Guns don't scare me they must try something else.
Him: You literally stood in front of the gun like it's nothing.I guess I am the girl here and you happen
to be the man.
Me:I don't need you to act braveif it scares you then it does.Do not force things you will be burnt.
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XAVIER
Me:She threatened to destroy me if I dared!Who the hell is she?
Dad:She put that man by herself and now we come to ruin that for her.
Me:Does she think I want to do this?I don't have a choice.
Mom:We have choices Xavierwe made ours so make yours.
Me:I will be putting everyone in danger.
Dad:That is why we have decided to go to Spain.
Me:When?
Mom:Todaywe are taking your sisters and grandchildren with not forgetting their partners I have to
take them.
Liam:Are they going to take my pregnant wife?
Dad: They have agreed .
Liam:Then leave as soon as possible.
Me:At leastI wish Paris could listen to us.
Liam:She would not even dare listen to us.
Me:Never.
Liam:I should try talking to her.
Me:Go ahead.
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Me:Have you seen her?
Him:We followed her to the houseshe went back to her house three hours later.
Me:Get more pictures and send them to her anonymously.I want it done by tomorrow.
Him:Yes Sir.
Me: Where is she now?
Him:In your house Sir.
Me:Good.
I opened the gate and walked in.
Her:Hey love.
Me:Hi.Let me call someone right now.Oh hey can you not do it tomorrow?Yesyes that would be fine.
Her:What is it?
Me:I wanted some files but I think I should check them today.
Her phone beepedshe looked at the screen in fear.
Me:Everything okay?
Her:I-um it is nothing just a message from my friend about what her boyfriend did.I am actually
shocked he could do that.
Me:Oh let me go take a bath.
She was fidgeting in worry and fear as I left her.
Me:Checkmate.

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Me:Who is it?
NK:I don't knowhe is coming though.
Me:And you let him inside?
A knock echoed I opened the door to meet a man well a foreign man.
Me:Hi can I help you?
Him:You are beautifulmy kind of woman with meat on the right places.
Me:Flattered I guess?Come in.
Him:I see you are not alone.
Me:This is my home not house Mr.Can I help you?
Him:How about a drink and biscuits?
Me:Did you bring them here?
Him:I like you.
NK:She would never like you even if you were the last man on earth.
Him:I see you two are alike like shoe and lace.
Me:Can I help you?
Him:You have been avoiding me for some time so I decided to come here.
Me:You are here aren't you?So you can go ahead tell me.
Him:Senor Monte Rodriguez.
Me:I expected tattooschains and rings like any normal drug king from Brazil but then what you see is
what you get.
Him:Are you insulting me?
Me:I would never do that to a well respected man like younever.Do you want cappuccino and
biscuits?
Him:You are clever.
He looked at me before shaking his headhe stood up and looked at the pictures hanging on the wall.
Him:Your mother was beautiful I guess you do look like her.
Me: Because of Mosia I lost her.
Him:Your sister did that.
Me: Because of Mosia.
Him:Listen to me very careful little girl I don't play games with kids like you.
Me:Then please get outwe both know that I will not do what you want.
Him:Your problem is that you think you are untouchable.
Me:I am very touchable you think that I am scared of you.I am not even bothered by your presence
for that matter you can threaten to kill my brothers and sisters.See if I will back down.
He grabbed my hand twisting it so fastNK pulled his gun out.
NK:Get your hands off my sister!
Him:I already noticed you wouldn't falter that is why I am coming for you I am going to hit you where
it will hurt so much.They say love is a greatest weakness.Are you in love Paris?Do you have
friends? You have forty eight hours to get them out.
Me:Or what?
Him:Love is our greatest weakness.
He let me go then walked out of the house.
NK:Are you okay?
Me:I am fine.
NK:That man is not playing games with us.
Atha:We got everything on camera.
Mangi: What are you going to do about the video?
Me:Make him trend.
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XAVIER
Me:Oh my goodness she did not do that.She knew he was coming.
Liam:Mosia and everyone were sent to a maximum security prison because of thisthe SAPS are
looking for Rodriguez.
Me:I still think she made a grave mistake.
Liam:Well she did what we didn't do.
My phone rang.
Me:Yes?
PA:You have a call on hold.
Me:Who?
PA:Monte Rodriguez.
Me:Put him through then.Seems like Rodriguez wants to talk to me.
Him:Did you see what that little stupid girl did?
Me:I have a phone for a reason Mr Monte.What did you expect?
Him:I guess I read her wrong I thought she would listen to me.Tell her that she has made a grave
mistakeI will show her what I am capable of.
The line went dead.
Liam:Call Paris.
The phone rang for some time before she picked up.
Her:What do you want?
Ouch.
Me:Rodri-
The line went dead.
Me:It seems like she doesn't want to talk to me.
Liam:Give me her number.It is ringing.Hello.
Her:Hi can I help you?
Liam:It is me LiamVorcan.
Her:Oh your brother asked you to call me?
Liam:I asked to call you myself after Rodriguez called us.
Her: What does he want now?
Liam:He wants you to know that you made a grave mistake.
Her:Message delivered then Mr Vorcan.
Liam:You still beautiful?
She laughedwow she laughed.
Her:Way beautiful Mr Vorcan.
Liam:You don't mind becoming my second wife?
Her:Give me a million I will marry you.
Liam: Your account number?
Her:Can I send it?I have to attend something.
Liam:Okay gorgeous.
Me:What was that?
Liam:Me flirting with my future wife.
He smiled before walking out
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MONTE RODRIGUEZ
Me:Damn it!How on earth does she keep slipping between your fingers?You lost her on broad
daylight!I asked you to track her!
Him:We were tracking herthen she got in this clothing shop.That was itshe was gone.
Me:Mateo?
Him:What about me?
Me: I make a deal with you.
Him:Why?
Me:This is what I want you to dokill a thorn on my way.
Him:Not interested.
Me:I knew you would say that you know Paris is very beautifulstrong headedcalculatingclever and a
fast learner.I know you are in love with her.Imagine this"Paris found deadthree bullets on the head"
all because you don't want to do what I want you to do.
Him:You sick old man.
Me:Deal?
Him:Who do I have to kill?
Me:Him.
He looked at the picture and smiled a bit.
Me:And two people.
Him:Who?
Me:Them I want them alive not dead as a souvenir from the disrespect I got from her.
Him:You will leave her alone?
Me:I will touch everyone else except her until I get what I want.
Him:Deal.
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PARIS
I don't know what was wrong about this night but something didn't feel right about it at all.I stood up
and looked at the sleeping Teboho on my sidewe haven't been intimate because he's scared that I
might relapse.I walked to the kitchenstarted making tea for myself.I decided to watch some TV.I fell
asleep crashing sound woke me up.I looked at the cup on the floorit was broken.I picked the pieces
up and walked to the kitchen I paused and looked at the open door.The moment I stepped closer I
found the entire lock on the floormy mind stopped for a second before letting me run to the
room.Boom!I collided with the man coming out of the roomhe wore a balaclavahe looked shocked to
see me.
Me:Who are you?
He looked at me before running out of the housemy only worry was Teboho.I walked inside the room
slowlythere was a trail of blood on the floor I felt my head collide with the wall as I fell.I knew he was
dead.
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Atha:I am so sorry.
Me:No need to say that.
NK:You think Rodriguez is doing what he said?
I looked at my phoneI knew something was wrong with Botsheloshe has been in the dumping site for
ten hours nowas for Mahalia she has been on the road to Durban.I know my siblings think I don't
know what is happening with my friends.
Me:Nka please try calling Botshelo and Mahalia I need to do something from them.
They looked at each other.
Me:What?
NK:I thought you wanted to rest instead of worrying about others.
Me:Teboho is dead because of me I am trying to make sure no one else dies because of
me.Nkanyezi please check on them.
NK:I will.
Dear God have you forsaken me?Can't you send your angel again?

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Me:Worse we haven't told her that Botshelo was found dead and Mahalia is nowhere to be found.
NK:Bad things are going to keep happening if she resist this man.
Mangi:What do you suggest we do?Give the Vorcans a way to get him out?She will be a lot worse
let's make sure she's safe.
Me:Let me go check on her.
I find her sitting on the floor humming.
Me:Hey Baby.
Her:Hi.
Me:Do you want anything to eat?
Her:I am fine don't worryNkanyezi made sure I ate but I would love a creamy cup of coffee.
Me: You are getting comfortable.Do you want me to wash you too?.
Her:I really want someone to wash my back.
Me:Sies.
Her: You offered sister.
Me:Maybe your face not body.
Her:Get me coffee then.
Me:Just this time Bathabile I won't do this for you again.
Her:Move it.
I walked out laughingas I finished making the coffeea knock echoed.
Me:This is a surprise.
Him:Hello.
Me:Liam Vorcan how can I help you?
Him:I heard about what happened so I decided to come and check on her.
Me:You not Xavier though.
Him:My brother is still angry.
Me:Follow me.
Yes it's a good thing he's checking up on her but I didn't like it a bit that it was himthe married
brother.
Me:You have a visitor.
She looked up and stared at him in confusion.
Her:Liam.
Him:Hey.
He hugged her.
Her:Where is your brother?
Him:I am sure he's on his way here.
Her:He is not coming isn't he?
Him:Look Xavier is back to the old Xavier.
Her:He doesn't want to come here.
Him:I am sorry.
She took the cup and walked out.
Him:I need to make a call.
Me:Do that.You are coming to the funeral?
Him:Yes.
Me:We will be leaving in an hour.
Him:Thank you.
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Paris laid on Teboho's mother's lapas his mother brushed her headthis hurt more seeing the two
women that loved him dearly looking so lost.The speakers continued talking about him.We walked
out of the church heading to the graveyard where he was to be laid at rest.I was worried about Paris
because she hasn't cried at all through everything.
Her: Please company me to the bathroom.
Me:Baby?
Her: Sister.
Me: How are you doing?
Her:I try not to cry I am tired of hurting.
Me:You are going to be okay.
Riri: You guys are taking longthey are getting ready to head to the graveyard.
Her:Coming!She is still a time freak.
At least she wasn't too depressed.Our brothers and RiRi stood with Liam and some men.Paris
continued what she was doing on her phone as we approached them.I stared at one of the men then
back to Paris.
Me:Bathabile.
He turned so fast and looked at her.
Her:A moment.Ye-Xavier.
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XAVIER
She wrapped her short arms around my waist shocking everyone I just pulled her a little closer.
Me:Hey please don't cry.
Mangi:She is crying?
NK:She didn't want to cry in our armsshe is bored of them.
Me:So mine are comfortable at least.
Riri:White pillows are very comfy.
Mangi:Buuurn!So much shade Rethabileway too much shade.
Atha:Can we leave them?Don't make her late.
NK:I am not leaving her until she says so.
Riri:I will help you kill him if he hurts her Nkanyezi let's leave.
Me:Hey you good?
Her:Thank you for coming.
Me:I decided to follow afterthen Liam called telling me I needed to come.
Her:I just needed one of your hugs to be honest.
Me:Awe you missed me.
Her:A bit maybe.
Me:You wound me love.
Her:I am really sorry for how I actedI was wrong very wronga day doesn't even go by without
thinking about what I did.I should have understood where you were coming from I get that I have
been too difficult and I am sorry.
Me:I should have understood too Paris that you were in a phase where you didn't fully trust me but
you were just comfortable with me.I was angry but I could have taken a moment to be in your shoes.
She smelt like lavender as she leaned against meshe pulled my jacket covering herself.
Me:You couldn't even call me.
Her:Men and their slow minds.
Me:What?
Her:Slow you heard that right.
Me:I am slow?
Her:Yes.
Voice:Bathabile!We need to leave!
She moved from me and looked up smiling.
Me:As if you weren't crying a while ago.
Her:As if you weren't begging me to stop a while ago.
Me: I should record you.
Her:Then I will understand why I get men murdered.
Me:You are threatening me?
Her:Imagine being hit on the headboom lights out and when you wake upit hurts between your legs.
Me:Huh?You are going to rape?
Her:I am going to rip your balls out of you.
My hand involuntary went to cover myself.
Me:You are one cruel human.
Her:Then keep them hanging on the wall as a reminder
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Me:Huh?You are going to rape?
Her:I am going to rip your balls out of you.
My hand involuntary went to cover myself.
Me:You are one cruel human.
Her:Then keep them hanging on the wall as a reminder just try me boy.
Me:I am a boy?
Voice:Bathabile Boikanyo come over here this instant!
A woman stood waiting for her I watched as the woman shouted at her I am sure about the fact she
was busy standing with me on her boyfriend's funeral.
••••••••••••••••••
The Boikanyo house was a lot bigger than I anticipatedthere were eight doors garageParis has
complained about my house being way too big all along she lived in a castle.
Me:You complained about my shack being too bigall along you live in a castle.
Her:Aren't you just dramatic?This house is not an upstairs like yours plus you live alone unlike me.
Me:You don't want to live with me?
Her:In your dreams.
Me:We do a lot more than live together in my dreamsI don't think you want to try that.
Her:We kill each other I know.
Me:Don't you want me?
Her:No Grandpa.
Me:Okay?I get it my child.
She laughedher siblings stared at her in awe and I just stared.
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PARIS
Damn I am so clingy I couldn't let Xavier go even though he had to leave.Even Teboho's mother kept
saying I was in loveas for his aunt she kept saying I was cheating on him but Lord knows I wasn't
married.Though I didn't cheat on anyoneI just let her think whatever she wanted to say.
Me:Mom I wish you were here I am trying to get up and fight but it gets too much sometimes.I tried
fixing everything but all of it has crashed down on me.I wish I knew how to fix everything I am tired.I
know God is on my side but I feel trapped most times.
My phone rang I quickly swiped not noticing it was a video call.I looked at him in shock then looked
at the mirrorI looked like I walked out of a fight.I fixed my braids and buttoned my top correctly before
going back to my phone.He looked at me with his eyebrows raised before bursting out laughing.
Me:Is something funny?
Him:The way you looked at the screenwas just priceless.
Me:Piss off what do you want?
Him:I forgot to say something.
Me:And?
Him:You are beautiful.
I wanted to scream but I had to compose myself.
Me:Thank you.
Him:I expected that beautiful smile of yours.There you go.
Me:Leave me alone.
Damn I couldn't stop blushing I am sorry Teboho.
Him:I miss you now.
Me:I don't miss you.
Him:You know seeing you makes me feel so light and happy.
Me:Xavier.
Him:Let me talk Ris.From the first time I saw youthere was something making me look at you
differentlyright there I wanted to control my anger.My heart couldn't let me be angry at you I know I
am scaring you but I really don't want you to stay away from me.It makes me angry seeing you away
from me I want you by my side every day I don't want you to forget me.
Me:I-
Him:You are scared I know but please don't shut me out.
I just stared at him speechless.
Him:Say something.
Me:I am scared Xavier I am scared to lose you too.I have lost a lot already I-
Him:Remember I promised to protect you with my life if I had to?I am willing to do that if you just let
me.
Me:I don't want to live another day knowing I will lose you too Xavier please don't leave me.
Him:I am not going to die anytime soon just trust me okay?
Me:I trust you.
Him:Now smile.
Me:What the fuck?
Him:Smile child.
I just laughed at himMangi walked in and looked at me.
Mangi:Who are you talking to?
Me:A friend of mine.
Him:Am I your friend?
Mangi:Who is that?
Me:Marvin.
Him:That is one boring name you could use Ris.
Me:Shut up Xavier.
Mangi:Oh I see.
Me:Do you need anything?
Mangi:Nothing let me leave.
Me:I am going to kill you Xavier Vorcan.
Him:Let me leave you then.Bye.

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I say on the chair eating my lunch in silence.
Him:Hi.
Me:It's you again.
I looked at himhe wore different today his shirt was rolled up.Something caught my eye on his right
arm.
Me:Is that a tattoo?
Him:Infinity tattoo.
He pushed his sleeves up showing me the whole entire tattoomy body froze remembering
something.
Him:Are you okay?
Me:Was it painful?
Him:It was actually.
Me:So Cosa what do you want from me?
Him:I like you Parisa lot too.
Me:I see and what if I don't like you?
Him:Come on we can work on something at least.
Me:Let's seeso you are from Brazil?Parents?
Him:Alive.
Me:Do you live with them?
Him:Yes.
Me:Are they married?
Him:Yes.
Me:Do you look like your father?
Him:Hell no I look like my mother.
Me:Is your father alive?
Him:Why do you think he's dead?
Me:You almost blasted my head for even asking if you look like him.Father and son issues?
Him:You can say that.
Me:I had issues with my mothershe was pushy and loved sticking her nose in my business but I
would trade that annoyance for her to come back you know.
Him: It is different with your mothermy father is a murder-I mean he is heartless.
Me:Aren't you scared to turn out like him?I mean a chip off the old block.
He looked to be in deep thoughts for a moment.
Him:I can't turn out to be like him.
Me:Maybe you already have but you don't want to accept it.
Him: What is that suppose to mean?
Me:I used to say I am not like my mother but look at me sticking my nose in your business.
Him:You are just curious.
Me:Am I Mateo Cosa?Is that even your name or surname?I mean maybe you shortened it to
accomodate us South Africans.
Him:It is but I am using my mother's maiden surname.
Me:I guess you really don't want to be compared to your father.
Him:No.
Me:Where in Brazil?
Him:Rio.
Me: Would you look at the time?It travels fast I have to go.
Him:At least give me your number.
Me:Here.Bye.
The moment I got in the car I dialled Xavier's number.
Me:Guess what?
Him:What?
Me:I know who shot Teboho and most probably killed Botshelo and kidnapped Mahalia.
Him:Who?
Me:Monte Rodriguez's son.
Him:His son?
Me:He happens to have the hugest crush on me and might have given me a clue about their
relationship.I think it is about time I went to Brazil to talk to Mrs Cosa-Rodriguez.
Him:What about the son?
Me:He will work with us if he hears his mother telling him that I am in his home.
Him:Won't he tell his father?
Me:He won't because he wants to be different from daddy dearest.
Him:Then let's do it.
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MONTE RODRIGUEZ
I walked in the room and sat down waiting.They came out in their orange jumpsuitthey both sat
across me in fear.
Me:I see you gentlemen are being treated nicely while you flopped my business.
Mosia: Sorry we di-
Me:I have to clean up this mess I have to find a way to get you out of here.
Mosia:I swear when we get out we will not make this mess again I swear.
Me:A little girl put you herean inexperienced teenager put you here by herself.I am going to ask for
the last timewho was the pimp?
Mosia:No one Sir.
Me:I will be dealing with you after you get out.
••••••••••••••••••••••••••••
Me:You could just tell me more about this friend of yours and I will let you go.I got her boyfriend
killedyet she didn't scream like I wanted to senorita.This makes me realise she didn't love him as
much as I thought.
Her: I'd rather die than tell you!
She spat on my face I slapped her but she didn't even cry anymore.
Me:You are indeed a true friend I salute you.You are willing to die for her?
Her:Yes I am.
Me:Let me help you with that.Hey bring a camerawe are taking a video of this moment of her
life.Good make sure she sees everything.
Her:The one obsessed with you killed your lover killed Botshelo and brought me here.
Me:You are into poetry?
Her:I am into sending a message you wouldn't understand you are just an excuse of a father and
husband
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I let the trigger gothe bullet rammed hard on her forehead.
Me:Send the video to Paris.I am tired of this little girl.Quero estrangular esse bostinha!(I wanna
strangle that little bitch so badly).
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XAVIER
Me:You don't sound good what's up?
Her:I know you said you were not ready for marriage and children but we need to talk.
Me:Sounds seriousgo ahead.
Her:I am pregnant.
My acting went down the drain for a momentthis woman standing in front of me is lying to my face
about something so serious.
Me:Are you serious babe?
Her:I know we did-
Me:Nono don't worry I am actually happy.Let me wrap everything up and I will be there.Love you.
Her:Love you too.
I dropped the phone and groaned before dialling the PI's number.
Me:By the end of today I want her face plastered on each and every media portalong with that
boy.Make sure it is the talk of the day I want you to make sure that they also know she's
pregnant.Understand?
Him:Yes Sir.
I dialled Mama Nolu's number.
Me:Mam please ask the guards to help you pack everything belonging to Mandy before she arrives
in my house I want you to make a bonfire out of them.Burn them.
Two months since we decided to be serious then she goes and gets pregnant hoping to trap me with
a child if she didn't want to try she should have told me that it was over.
•••••••••••••••••••••••
I saw her car parked in my driveway when I arrived back lateshe was already trending and I was
going to pretend like I knew nothing.She jumped when I walked.
Me:Is everything okay?
Her:I can explain.
Me:Explain what?
Her:The pictures the journalists are lyinggossip journalists to be exact that guy is just a friend.
Me:What are you talking about?
Her: Social mediawait didn't you watch news?
Me:I was planning to watch them after I arrive home.What is going on?
Her:They photoshopped pictures of me with me this other guynow they are saying I am cheating.
My phone beepedI looked at the video.
Me:They photoshopped a video too Mandy?
Her:These are lies!I didn't do any of them!
Me:I gave you all the time in the world Mandy to tell me the truth.I am the one who made sure you
are trending sweetheart.
Her:What?
Me:I know what you have been doing behind my back I am the one who sent you those pictures.You
begged to pay me remember?
Her:Xavier we can fix this.
Me:Can we?How?
Her:Look we both cheated while we were in a relationship I am sure we can forgive each other.I
made a mistake because I wanted to get back at you.Please.
Me:Funny I forgive you actually but just like a butterfly I want you to fly away from me.I want you out
of my house and I will not repeat myself because I might forget that you are still a woman.
She closed her mouth before picking her handbag.
Her:We are going to fix us Xavier.
Me:We are going to see Mandy.Bye.

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Me: Look guys it's September holidays I am allowed to go anywhere I want plus I don't want to
spend my birthday here or with you.I am not saying something is wrong with spending it with you
though but I am only twenty once.I am going on a vacation by myself without you I need this to heal
myself.Atha is marriedshe needs to spend time with her in-laws instead of always hovering around
meNkanyezi has a son Sbonisohe should be looking for a motherMangi is engage he should be
planning his wedding and RiRi just started her company.You need to focus on yourself I am doing
fine you don't have to worry about me.Sending text to remind that you will drop everything to be with
meis the assurance I need not you sticking your nose in everything I am doing.We don't have to be
around each other all the time to prove we care about each other I have learnt to talk about whatever
is bothering me I promise to never let myself go the wrong way.I love you all but I will keep making
more mistakes if you guys keep standing by me all the time.I can't be taking baby steps all the
time.Daddy you know how much I want to stand by myself I went through pain and I know you are
scared to let me face life by myself because you know how that destroyed our mother through her I
have learnt that I should stand by myself.If our mother didn't get up and stand we would have been
living with another family but that didn't happenDaddy I know how much it hurts you that you couldn't
protect us against this cruel world I know that Mom cried because we couldn't talk to her.This is my
destiny I have to walk on it by myself but if I fall after two times I know you are all here to help me get
up you are here to save me when I am crying for help.That I know for sure.
They looked tearyshocked and worried.Nkanyezi literally let tears fall as he held me tight and I was a
crying mess too.
Dad:Baby.
Me:I love you Daddy I love you so much.
RiRi:This child always manage to make all of us cryall the time.
We hug each other in silenceas my siblings wiped their tears.
Mangi:I am so proud of you even though I hate the fact that you had to grow up fast.
Atha:I am so proud of you BathabileMama is smiling at you from heaven.Her little girl is going to be
one of the most amazing womanshe is going to turn out good.Look at you RethabileI carried my
heart on my sleeve thinking you would never recover but you proved us all wrong.I am so happy to
have you as little sisters.
NK:I hate crying but I am so happy to have you guys
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so happy to have you as little sisters.
NK:I hate crying but I am so happy to have you guys you are my first bornsSiboniso is my last born
of course but what is important when you want the world I am willing to whatever it takes to get it for
you.Just for youMangalisoAthabileRethabile and Bathabile Boikanyo.
•••••••••••••••••••
Atha:So where are you going?
Me:None of your business.
NK:To Cape Town.
Me:No!I am going somewhere I don't need to tell you thatdo yourself a favour and track me.
Dad:You are going to be safe right?
Me:Oh yes I am.I love you okay?
Atha:Come back your niece or nephew are going to miss you.
Dad:You are pregnant?
Me: Congratulations!You are going to be an amazing mother.My flight is leaving in an hourgood bye.
Mangi:Do not come back here pregnant!
Me:At least someone can score unlike you!
RiRi:Oh shit she didn't!
Mangi:You will be back you little witch!
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XAVIER
Me:I need every file you can find on him and get me someone I can send to the prison.Be quick.
Liam:Are you sure about this?
Me:The only way we can stop this is if Mosia is dead.
Liam:What changed your mind?
Me:Life.
Liam:Is this because of what Mandy did?
Me:Not really to be honest I saw that coming.
Liam:She won't take this lying down you and I know how obsessed she is with you.
Me:She has been begging me for a week nowshe said she will even abort so we can start afresh.
Liam:That is too much.
Me:You think?
A knock echoedmy PA walked in.
PA:Sorry to disturb Sir but you have a visitor.
Me:Okay let them in.Mandy is smoking ecstasy if she thinks I will take her backnever.
I looked up after Liam gasped I shook my head and looked at her standing there smiling.
Her:Hello.
Liam:Paris?Hi and I should leave.
Her:Hi and bye.
Liam:You look stunning.
Her:Thank you.
Liam:We will talk on the phone.
Me:Ris?
Her:Hi.
Me:You are here like here.
Her:I just wanted to surprise you.
Me:I am surprised actually.
Her:Hug?
My heart was making a beat in my chest as I hugged her.
Me:Mi prequeño guerrero.(My little warrior).
Her:I will pretend I understand a word you said.
Me:Google it.
Her:How are you?
Me:Seeing you has made me way better and you?
Her:Well I am very excited.
Me:Why?When did you arrive?
Her:Just seeing you I guess I arrived about an hour ago.
Me:So you did miss me after all?
Her:A little bit Xavier.
I just stared at her sitting across me smiling and grinning.
Her:You are staring.
Me:Te amo.(I love you).
Her: Everytime you are speechless you are going to speak Spanish?
Me:But you heard that sentence.
She blushed and covered her face.
Her:You enjoy making me turn navy that's why.
Me:I make you blush too?I need to congratulate myself.
Her:Whatever.
Me:Aren't you tired? Don't you have guards?
Her:I didn't bring any and I am exhausted.
Me:Let's get going then.
I closed my laptop and put my phone in my pocket.She squealed when I picked her up.
Her:And then?
Me:You are tired aren't you?
Her:I can walk you know.
Me:I know.
People stared in shock as we walked out of the elevator with her on my arms.
Her:This is embarassing.
Me:I don't mind.
I put her on her feet as we got to my car.
Her:Damn they are already taking pictures.
Me:You are going to be famous.
Her:As if I want to be famous.
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Her:I love this house.
Me:Do you want it?
She looked at me and laughed.
Me:What?
Her:If I call you Xavier-
Me:I feel like giving you my housemy cars and cards along with their pins.You remember that?
Her:I thought you were drunk.
Me:I am very touchy when drunk.
Her:Stay sober then Xavier.Where is Mama Nolu?
Me:On leave.Can I get you anything to drink?
Her:Creamed coffee specific.
Me:Be comfortable.
When I came back she had her earphones on sitting on the couch typing on her phone.She looked
at me before singing.
"Remember those walls I built?
Baby they are tumbling down
And they didn't even put up a fight
And they didn't even make a sound
I found a way to let you in
But I never really had a doubt
Standing in the light of your halo.
I got my angel now.
It's like I've been awaken.
Every rule I had to break it.
It's the risk I'm taking
I'm never going to shut you out
Everywhere I am looking now
I'm surrounded by your embrace.
Baby I can see your halo
You know you are my saving grace"
Okay it is okay to blush once in a while men especially if a woman sings for you pouring her feelings
out for you.I put the cups on the table pulled her earphones before leaning towards her.
Me:I am going to kiss you for real this time.
Her lips were so warmtasted like oranges they were soft and addictive.I moved back and looked at
her as she stared at me blushing.
Me:Me siento in poco incômodo al sacarel temapero te quiero.(I feel a little uncomfortable bringing
this upbut I love you).
Her:Back to sender whatever you are saying.
I smirked.
Her:Oh no! What were you saying?
Me:I love you.
She looked at me before kissing me again.
Her:And IBathabile Paris Boikanyolove you too.
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Me: Happy birthday.
Her:Leave me alone.
Me:Breakfast in bed?
She opened her eyes and looked at the tray.
Her:I am awake.
Me:Kiss me.
She did surprisingly.
Her:Can I eat my food in peace?
Me:No thank you.
Her:Thank you.
Me:I have to go shower and you will follow I am taking you out.
Her:I am not taking a bath.
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When I came back from the showershe was sitting on top of the bed in my one of my t-shirt on her
phone.
Me:Aren't you washing?
She looked at me from my face to my stomach.
Me:My face is up here Paris.
Her:Yeahyeah I know that.
Her tongue touched her lower lip as she went back to staring at my stomach.My eyes followed every
little movement she was makingthis was getting out of control.I stepped closer to her I pulled her
face closer letting my lips touch hers.I took the phone and put it on the floor before gently laying her
back on the bed.
Me:The moment you feel uncomfortable tell me okay?
She just nodded.
Me:Look at me it's me okay?
I lowered myself on top of her I could feel her temperature risingher nipples poking my chest.My
teeth raked down her throatnipped her shoulder.
Me:Are you sure?
Her:Yes.
If I wasn't close I wouldn't have heard a word she said to me.I tugged on the t-shirt pulling it upher
hands involuntarily tried covering her from me.I pulled them apart.
Me: Look at me.
Her eyes were glassyher chest going up and down.
Me:Do you want me to stop?
She shook her head before taking deep breath.I yanked the t-shirt and threw it on the floor.Her
breast looked beautiful as my teeth tugged her nipple making her squirm and clench her thighs
together.Her nails sank on my back as I sucked her nipples.I pulled her thighs apart before getting
between them I pulled her panty up as I continued kissing her.I wrapped her legs around my waist
before going back to kissing her.I unwrapped the towel around my waistshe closed her eyes making
me chuckle.I bit her lip making her open her eyes.
Her:Ouch.
She winced when she felt me on her entrance.
Me:Look at me.
She was too tight as I entered making her scream a littleshe was breathing heavily as I waited for
her to register what I was about to do.She was so hot as I pounded in and out of herher sweat
moans echoing in the room.
Me:Fuck!
My teeth scrapping back and forth on her necktaking several hungry bites.I was driving deeper and
deeper even I felt her nails dig way too deep on my back.
Me:I love you.
Her:I love you too.
I couldn't help myself but join her in moaning this love making was going to be a memory stuck in my
brain forever.She tightened her thighs again pulling the blanket moaning louder.Her walls locked me
in as I could feel myself hitting climax.Her body clamped down as she cummed I followed.
Me:Damn you babymi pequeño guerrero.(my little warrior).
I grabbed the towel from the floor wiping us both.I waited for her shudders to calm and for her breath
to be under control.I allowed her legs to drop on the bed.I stroked every inch of heras if I was
painting her with smooth brushstrokes.I lowered my body over hers.I rubbed my body along hers I
kissed her again.I nibbled on her nipple before making my way to her stomach.She was already wet
when I got to hershe pulled the sheets as my tongue worked its magic on her.
Me:Can I buy you a house?
She chuckled.I took my time devouring her burning core I could feel my dick getting really hard
again.I pulled one leg I could feel my dick getting really hard again.I pulled one legyanking it over my
shoulderso fast and thrusted so fast.She half moaned and screamed as I thrusted in and out of
her.Her walls clenched so fast.
Me:Let it out my love.
She grabbed my arm before letting herself cum on my dick.I pulled out cumming on top of her.Damn
I was even sweatingher eyes were closed as I dropped next to her.I wiped us before pulling her
closer and covered us both with a blanket.
Me:Te amo.(I love you).
She nodded as she laid her head on my chest.Damn I am in love.
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MANDY
I looked at the pictures with tears on my eyes.
Her:I am sorry.
Me:How could he move on just like that!With her on top of that?He said I wasn't suppose to worry
but look at thishe made a fool out of me.
Her:I am sorry.
Me:We were evenhe cheated and I did the same but he just leaves me.He can't do that!
Her:What are you going to do?He can't leave you for a black girl.What the hell?
Me:You know what I am going to prove to him that I do love him and I am not letting him go I am not
losing him over some black fat Barbie girlan ex prostitute for that matter.I am going to make sure he
realises how much we are in love with each other.
My sister looked at my best friend then me before shaking her head.
Nita:I can't believe in 2020 we still have racists women who belittle other women and drag them for
men.
Me:What are you saying?
Nita:Now I understand why men turn us against each otherwe have you with this mentality that we
are above other women.
Her:Juanita if you don't want to talk you can just shut up.
Nita:You are trashboth of you are trash now I understand why Xavier left you.
Me:Why wou-
Nita:I am not the other womanslap me sister and I will show you what I do to people like you.You are
toxic stupid and racist can't believe you are my sister.Bloody racist!
She walked out banging the door.
Me:That was a mouthful.
Her:You think?So how are you going to get your man?
Me:I am thinking.
Her:How about offering him a quickie in his office wearing his favourite lingerie?
Me:That is not a bad idea actuallylet me try that.
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MATEO COSA
Me:I am doing fine Ma.
Her:Have you spoken to your father?
Me:I did.
Her:Mateomy son don't follow on your father's steps.
Me:Mo-
Her:Nono I need to tell you this.I made a choice to stay with your father because despite everything
he is doing he is your father and he could have taken you away from me.You saw how he treated
me.I don't want you to follow his footsteps because they will destroy youlook at me I can't even go
out because left rightthere are enemies.I am trapped in a loveless marriage.Do you want to put
someone's daughter in danger all the time?
I suddenly felt guiltyshe thought I was different from my father but she was wrong.
Me:I am sorry Mom.
She paused trying to understand why I was apologizing.
Her:Mateo don't tell me you have fallen in one of his traps please don't.
Me:I had no choice.
Her:Mateo!Mateo Rodriguez!How could you?You made a promise!What is wrong with you?Your
brothers are lying six feet for listening to your fathernow look at you!
Me:He said he would let you go.
Her:You believed him?Are you stupid?What happens between me and your father is our business I
have done my best to make sure you are not affected by itthen you go your own way to destroy that.I
should have been infertileall of my children want one thing in life to die young.I wash my hands when
it comes to youall I have to do is hope Briana would do her best not to follow your footsteps.

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Him:Choose any.
Me:I didn't ask you to get me anything though.
Him:Woman just choose.
Me:I don't want to Xavier.
Him:It still your birthday come on choose something.
Me:So?Seeing you is present enough Xavier.
Him:I know I did you good this morning but I want you to choose heresimple or I will choose.
Me:Cocky bastard.Which one?
Him:Grey?Black?
Me:Gold.
Him:Why did you ask in the first place?We will be taking the gold one.
So I am about to own an iPhone?It should be my birthday everyday then.My phone rang and it was
an international call.
Me:Hi.
Mateo:Hey.
Me:Oh no Cosa what do you want?
Mateo:Was just checking up on you.
Me:Why would you out of all people check on me?
Mateo:I like you a lot.
Me:Isn't that just cute Mateo? Look I am very busy I need to go.
I dropped the call and went to stand next to Xavier at the counter.The cashier literally grinned at us.
Her:You children are so beautiful together.
Him:She is beautiful.
He kissed my forehead.
Me:I thought you were only buying a phone.
Him:The laptop comes with the phone.
Me:You are lying to me.
Him:Please accept them pretty please.
I just sighed and leaned on his shoulder.
•••••••••••••••••••••
When we arrived back at the housewe found a car parked in front of the gate.
Him:This is going to be a lot worse.Let's go.
He parked his car on the sidethe gate was already opened.I carried the phone as he carried the box
of the laptop.The moment we opened the doorthere were rose petals on the floor.There were people
decorating the dining room.
Me:What is going on?
Him:I wanted to do something nice for you but we are about to face something.
As if on cue I heard footstepsMandy came down in a black lingerie.She looked shocked to find both
of us standing there.Oh dear!
Him:You are getting stalker ish Mandy.
Her:Xavier we love each other please don't let her get between us.
Him:Her? Serious?I am letting you go nicely but you are making this hard for me.
Her:Why would you choose a prostitute over me?
A slap echoed for a moment I thought he slapped her then I realise it was me.
Me:Say it again and I will show you how black girls deal with people like you.You sound petty and
obsessed.
Her:You are going to let her slap me?
Him:Babe don't you want to punch her on the eye?Then scream first so she gets arrested.
Me:That is a very good idea my love please hold her for me.
Her: I get it she just fresh when you get tired I wi-
Him:Guards never ever let this woman in my house.
They dragged her as she screamed for him.
Me:I feel bad for her.
Him:You are a woman I get it.
Me:Is she going to leave us alone?
Him:I will make sure of thatso our dinner is going to be ready so how about a shower?
Me:I am too tired.
Him:I am here.
He picked me up.
Me:Really?
Him:It is all because I love you.
Me:I love you.
Him:Are you sure you don't want a house?
Me:I want it when I turn 21 and a baby as a cherry on top.
He gasped in shock.
Him:You want my baby?
Me: With your genes!Hell yes!
Him:Then I will give it to you.I think I am in heaven there's no way someone could be in love this
much.
Me:Maybe we are in a dreamonly the Lord knows.
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HUNTER SANCHEZ
Me:Get him and his four associates to come here.
Him:Yes Boss.
I sat waiting for them to come
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HUNTER SANCHEZ
Me:Get him and his four associates to come here.
Him:Yes Boss.
I sat waiting for them to comethey walked in with handcuffs on their ankles and wrists.
Me:Gentlemen.
Mosia:Ah this I have to hear.Why would you be here visiting me?
Me:You know my wife doesn't even know I am here.
Mosia:Are you here to tell me about your wife Mr Sanchez?
Me:When I realised that you are working for Rodriguez I realised I had to do something about it plus
I like Vorcan he is a good kid making a difference.
Mosia:Again why are you here?
Me: You are too cocky for someone who is about to die.
He froze.
Mosia:What is an Italian doing in black people business?
Me:Shona poured his heart to me that's why plus I don't like you at all.Rest in peace gentlemen.
I stood up and headed to the door I guess they were confused or didn't believe anything I said.The
policemen standing outside got in as I walked out.
Me:Make it rain.
They nodded closing the door I heard the shots as I stood outside.It went silent I opened the door
and looked at the five dead bodies.
Me:Make sure Mosia's wife is dead too.
Him:Yes Boss.
I dialled the number on my phone.
Me:Consider what you asked done I am sure by tomorrow it will be plastered all over the
news.Pleasure.
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MANDY
Me:He kicked me out!He was with her!
Nita just sat watching me as I cried.
Nita:Call your best friend Anneliese.
Me:Why do you have to be mean?
Nita:You attacked a woman who was kidnapped with her sister and sold to human traffickers.
Me:What are you talking about?
Nita:You see you are ignorant!You listened to Anneliese without checking what she was talking
about.That girl is a victim of men's cruelty and then we have you.Xavier fights for women like herwhy
would he take your side when it comes to her?I told you that friendship of yours with that girl is toxic
but what do I know?After all I was practically raised by a black woman.
Me:You are just trying to make me feel bad for wanting my man.
Nita:I hope he gets you arrested for stalking and harrassing his girlfriend.Heal sister and move
on.Aren't you pregnant?Is this why you are pretty?I feel sorry for that childshe or he will be raised to
believe that everything is entitled to him or her.
Me: Get out!
Nita:With pleasure sister.
I looked at her as she walked out swaying her hips on the side.
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MATEO COSA
I looked at the pictures of her smiling for him I couldn't even sleep because he was haunting me.I
couldn't find sleep as I could see his blood all over the floor I killed him in cold blood.The first time I
killed someone yes I felt guilty but as I continued I stopped feeling bad but this time was different.I
killed someone's loverthat someone being the one I am in love with.
Mom:She is beautiful.
Me:She is.
Mom:Is this why your father managed to threaten you?
Me:Yeshe said he would leave her alone.
Mom:You know he is going to do the opposite.
Me:I just keep believing him thinking just maybe.
Mom:I also thought I could kill him.
Me:What?
Mom:I think I forgot to iron my dress for the funerallet me check that out.
I watch her half run back inside the house.Did she just say she wanted to kill Rodriguez?
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News Reporter:Five prisoners in Malfoy Maximum Security prison were found dead in their cells.One
of them happens to be the ex premier of GautengDr Zweli Mosia who was sentenced months ago to
four life sentences in prison for human trafficking kidnapping and embezzlement.The matter is being
investigated.
Me:That is what I woke up tothis morning.
Liam:Who could have done it?
Me:I have no ideathey beat us to it.
Liam:So I last saw you three to four days ago.
Me:Your point?
Liam:You are trending.
Me:I don't follow gossip columns.
Liam: Everyone is literally on your side one hundred this time.
Me:What are you talking about?
Liam:They are happy that you are dating a black girla beautiful exotic black goddess.
Me:What can I say?She is beautiful and exotic.
Liam:Where is she now?
Me:Are you trying to tell me you didn't see her?
Liam:Where?
Me:I will be back right now.
I walked out of my officeParis laid on the couch with her earphones onshe was reading a book.I
lowered myself and kissed her forehead.
Her:NoXavier you are disturbing me.
Me:Liam wants to see you.
Her:Why?
She rolled her eyes and got up.
Her:I was reading just fine without you annoying me.
Liam:Where was she?
Me:On the couch outside reading.
Her:Hi Liam.
Liam:Hi RisI see you are still around.
Her:Only less than three days before I have to go back to Brits.
Liam:You saw the news?
Her:Yes I did and they got what they deserve even if it might make the Brazilian pissed.
Me:We were thinking of finding way to stop him by going to Brazil.His son also studies on the same
university as Ris and he has a crush on her.
Liam:You want to threaten a drug lord with his family?
Her:Him and his son don't exactly get along at allhe would do anything not to turn out like
him.Anything.We just have to put him in the right direction.
Liam:You want him to kill his father?
Me:Nono we want him to be the one destroying him.As you can see we can't get to Monte but we
can get to his son and wife.
Liam:You want to threaten the son not Monteoh I hear you.That means you have to make sure you
are not being followed when you are leaving because he will know.
Her:That is easy.Trust me I lost them many times and they still have no clue how.
I smiled at her as she grinnedshe looked at me and winked.
Liam:I am right here.
Me:I know.
Liam:Let me leave before you both strip each other while I stand here.
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MONTE RODRIGUEZ
Me:I want to know what happened?
Him:Sir they don't want to give us information except it is someone far worse than you.
Me:Who could be better than me?
Him:I don't know Boss.
Me:How on earth do men get multiple gun shots in prison and no one knows anything?Where is the
girl?
Him:She is in Cape Town.
Me:She couldn't have got someone to do this.
Him:We have tracked their movements.
Me:Their?
Him:Her and Xavier Vorcan they are a couple.
Me:What?
Him:The media says so.
Me:Do you know that the media would do anything to create a story that can sell?I thought you had
proof.Get proof damn it!I don't want assumptions I want hard proof not these stupid hearsay of
yours.
I dialled Monte's number.
Monte:What do you want?
Me:Is that how you talk to me boy?
Monte:I will talk to you anyway I want.
Me:I don't mind breaking your mother's few fingers for that attitude.
Monte:Go ahead break them Father.
Me:There is something I need you to do.
Monte:Who do you want dead now?
Me:Xavier Vorcan.
Monte:Are you trying to get me killed Father?
Me:They should have made a deal with me and none of these people would have died
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I dialled Monte's number.
Monte:What do you want?
Me:Is that how you talk to me boy?
Monte:I will talk to you anyway I want.
Me:I don't mind breaking your mother's few fingers for that attitude.
Monte:Go ahead break them Father.
Me:There is something I need you to do.
Monte:Who do you want dead now?
Me:Xavier Vorcan.
Monte:Are you trying to get me killed Father?
Me:They should have made a deal with me and none of these people would have diedit is high time
they know what I am capable of.That little girl is a nuisance.
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RETHABILE (RIRI)
I sat in my new office finally my dream of having an auditing company was finally coming true.I
grimaced when I see the scar on my wrist making me the shirt to cover it.I am trying my best to
forget what I went through but sometimes I can't help I ask God everyday to help me.I look at the
frame sitting on my deskmy family smiling at the camera.They are my strength even though I have
hurt them a lot.
PA:Sister Boss your meeting is on the way.
Me:Let him in then and please offer him at least a drinkthis is a potential shareholder or major client.
PA:Yes Sister Boss.
I try to take a deep breath as I try to think about what I am going to say.The door opens I look up and
the words get stuck in my throat.This man is beautiful.
Him:Good afternoon Miss Boikanyo.
Me:Um Mr Beoana afternoon.
I was expecting an older man not this breathtaking beautiful man before me.
Him:Are you okay?
Me:Sorry I am just nervous.
Him:Do calm down Miss starting a business can be a stress but you have come so far for someone
who just started.
Me:I am trying.
He unbuttoned his jackethis shirt was half buttoned showing the broad chest.
Him:When I saw it I knew I had to come here.I need someone who can audit my books plus I would
love to invest in a business like this.
Me: Actually I just happen to be planning to sell forty percent of the shares since I am the sole
owner.
Him:Please email the prices I want twenty percent of the shares.
I looked at him shocked.
Him:What?
Me: I don't mean to be rude but how old are you?
Him:Old enough to be your husband.
I chuckled.
Him:And you are young enough to be my wife that is all you need to know.
Me: It's just that I think I expected another Beoana not you.
Him:My father is the one you were talking to I was handling other businesses but then I checked you
out I knew I had to meet this breathtakingly beautiful woman.
I am blushing because of a stranger.
Me:So I will send the email.
Him:I forgot to introduce myself.
Me:Rethabile Boikanyo.
He shook my hand sending tingles all over.
Him:Uzile Beoanain case you decide to stalk me I have a twina girl well a queen.
Me:You lie.
Him:I just happen to look like her.Nice to meet you Rethabile.
I was smiling like an idiot while my brain was saying I must run.

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Me:Hi.
RiRi:Hi.
Me:And then?
RiRi:Look at this.
Me:It is a man?
RiRi:He is a twin to her.
Me:Queen Diamond Zalem that means he is Uzile Beoana.What about them?
RiRi:I am the only one who doesn't know himhe is about to own twenty percent of my company and
he is hot.
Me:Heh? RiRi you like him?
RiRi:I don't know maybe but I am scared.
Me:I know but be true to yourselfhe might be your soulmate.
RiRi:I know but the fear is uncontrollable.
Me:You need to ask God to remove this load on you and trust me He willthat man is capable of
doing the impossible I attest to that.
She hugs me.
RiRi:You smell like a man.
Me:Let go of me Rethabile.
Riri:Atha was rightshe called me few days ago saying you were trendi-
Me:I need to prepare for tomorrow.
RiRi:Did you use a condom?
I swear I saw stars in my eyes as I realised my very first big mistake with Xavier.
Me:Riri I didn't do that with Xaviercome on.
Riri:Did you guys sleep on the same bed?
Me:Yes but we did nothing I can't be pregnant.
RiRi:You can't be pregnant? Bathabile you slept with him?
Me:No!I am saying I didn't sleep with him because I don't want to be pregnant.
Riri:You would have used a condom mos.
Me:Leave me alone!I am dead worried.
RiRi: You slept with him without a vondom didn't you?
Me:I can't be pregnantnono I can't be.
RiRi:Lucky you I am going to town I will get you a pregnancy test.Serves you right clearly you lose
your marbles when it comes to Xavier Vorcan.
My phone rang speak of the devil and he shall appear.
Me:Xavier.
Riri stood up laughing and left.
Him:You don't sound happy.
Me:Are you trying to get me pregnant?
Him:Yes.
Me:What the fuck?
Him:I want to make you pregnant.
Me:Nono I don't want a baby now.
Him:If it comes are you going to kill the baby?
Me:No.
Him:Goodif you are pregnant then we will play our parts.
Me:You don't understand do you?I am not ready to be a mother at this age.
Him:I know my love I made a mistake that is why I made you drink those pills but clearly you forgot.
Me:Ohh those I did forget them.
Him:You were about to die.
Me:You think?
Him:I love you.
Me:I love you too.
Him:I managed to get hold of Mrs Rodriguezshe is willing to meet with us.
Me:Already?
Him:I want to put this behind us so we can start our lives free.
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Me:I want you to make sure you track his movements check out a place he usually spends his time
so you can target him.I want a bullet on his forehead.
Him:And the girl?
Me:She will kill herself if she wants to.
The door opens and my personal guard walks in.
Guard:Boss you have a man asking for you.
Me:Who?
Guard:Hunter Sanchez.
Me:That is a shockerbring him in.
Why would an Italian want to talk with me?The man walks inthere was something dark about this
men even other mafias are scared of him.
Me:Mr Sanchez.
Him: Surprisingly you know me but you are messing with my people.
Me:I would never do that.
Him:Why are you keeping tabs on one of my own?
Me:Who?
Him:Paris and Xavier.
I try to contain my surprise.
Me:They don't work for you a-
Him:Someone asked me to protect them and you are pissing me off going after kids.
Me:I-
Him:Mateo and Briana Rodriguez your kids right? You happen to love Briana way too muchimagine
her in a coffin.
Me:You are making yourself unnecessary enemies.
Him:Call BrianaMateo and your wife now Monte.
I looked at him before calling my wife.
Man:Hello.
Me:Give my wife the phone.
Man:No I can't do that.
Him:Put it on speaker.Erin?
Man:Hunter?
Him:I just wanted to prove to Mr Rodriguez I know how to trap a man like him.Monte I have them
and you will do me a favour unless you want to die.
Me:What should I do?
Him:Go back to Brazil confess to your crimes so you can be sentenced to death.
Me:Never!
Him:Prepare three coffins you have ten hours.
He stood up and walked out.I pushed the table in anger making it fall with everything.I looked at the
broken glass as I tried to call my familysame men answered their phones.NoNo!
Me:Do not just stand there!Cancel the hit on Xavier Vorcan!Damn it!
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XAVIER
I look at her pictures smilingdamn I am in love with her.
PA:Mr Vorcan you have a visitor.
Me:Who?
PA:Miss Mandy.
Me:Let her in.
Mandy walks in wearing a coatthe moment she close the doorshe drops it on the floor showing her
black thong.My dick got so hard I think I will be on this chair for hours.I pick up the phone.
Me: Security get to my office now!
Mandy:Come on Xavier you do feel the same please.
Me:Did feel the samepoint I did that was ages ago.
Mandy:You love me Xavier you do.
Me: Security make sure she never enters my building again or you will be fired.
Mandy: Xavier please!Let go of me!I will walkthis is not over and you will choose me not her.
Me:Women.
I can't believe I got turned on because of her.Damn!My phone rangit was an unknown number.
Me:Hi.Hello?What the hell?
All I could hear was silence through the callsoo I just dropped it.
•••••••••••••••••••••••••
I looked at the car following meit has been doing that ever since I left Stellenbosch.I turned so fast
on the left without indicating.The car stopped as other cars blocked its way.I arrived in my house to
find two cars parked on the driveway.
Me: This is weird.
I walked inside the house to find a woman and young girl talking while eating.
Me:Hi.
A young man came out of the kitchen and froze when he saw me.
Me:This is weird who are you?
Woman:Bonjour Senor.
I think I came to the wrong house or something is very wrong with my eyes.I watched Mama Nolu
came with the coffee.Before I could ask more questions Mr Sanchez walked in talking on his phone.
Him:Xavier I have been waiting for your arrival.
Me:Okay I am not sure but am I dreaming?
Him:Meet Mrs Rodriguez.
Me:That should be Mateo Rodriguez right?
I clicked looking at the boy.
Him:I see you already have a problem with him.
Me:He killed innocent people breaking Paris in that process.
Woman:Mateo what is he talking about?
Mateo:I-
Me:Not so long ago he killed my girlfriend's best friend and boyfriend while preaching to her that he
loves her.
Woman:Mateo what?Talk damn it!
Mateo:I was protecting her because Dad wanted to kill her.
Me:Then why don't you stay away from her?You know what you did to herwhy insist that you love
her?
Mateo:I wante-
Me:Stay away from her Rodriguez because you won't like what I will do to you.
Him:Let's save the anger for Paris.
Me:What do you mean?
Him:She should be here now I am sure it's the traffic.
Someone knocks at the door I rush to open.
Me:Ris.
Her:Hey.
I hugged her before kissing her forehead.She looked at everyone before sitting down.
Her:Mr Sanchez is it working?
Me:What is working?
They explained what was happening.
Me:What makes you think these people are working with us especially him?
Her:If he dates goes against he will have to deal with me.Vou matá-lobastardo.(I will kill you I will kill
you bastard).
They looked shockedwell I am shocked but this was such a turn on though.
Me:You speak Portuguese?Why don't you learn Espanol?
Her:Not interested.Mateo after this I want to disappear.Se chegares perto de mim ou da minha
familia de novoeu vou-te destruirentendeste?(If you ever come come near me or my family againI
will destroy you you understand?
Mateo:Entendeste.(Understand).
Me:When did you learn this?
Her:I am a fast learner.
Woman:I am very sorry for what he did I know it won't change anything at all except bring bad
memories.
Her:I understandhe made his choice after his father gets arrestedhe must also go to the police or I
am definitely willing to kill him.
Everyone tensed looking at her.Mr Sanchez answered his phone and smiled.
Him:It seems like a famous Brazilian drug lord has just handed himself to the FBIconfessing to a
whole bunch.
We all sighed.
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UNKNOWN
I watched them standing outside the yard talking.He looked different and carefree.He did look happy
with her making me worried if I still had a chance.The visitors got in the car leaving them standing
outside.He kissed her making me grip the steering wheel in spitehe picked her up making her laugh.I
guess I deserve this after all I am dead.I drove away and went back to the flat I have been using for
the past few years.I found my best friend sitting at the door.
Her:You went to stalk him again?
Me:No I went to town.
Her:Look at this app I just track the whereabouts of my car.
Me:I just had to see himokay?That man was the man that I loved.
Her:You are dead remember?You think he is going to accept you back?
Me:I will tell him the truth of what happened.
Her:That his parents threatened to kill the woman who raised if you didn't disappear?Are you serious
about turning him against his family?
Me:I love himokay?He loved meall I have to do is explain why I had to leavewhy I had to act dead.I
didn't want to turn him against his family what is buried under the mat does come out eventually.
Her:So the poor man has moved on fallen in love again but he has to deal with you coming back to
his life.
Me:This is just another obstacleour love is way too strong not to survive this.
Her:Was strong until death did you part don't forget that.You should have moved on but I know
nothing.
Me:Oh no I am getting my man back.

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i stepped out of the car and punched the password.It has two months after Monte Rodriguez
confessed leading to his arrestFBI were still trying to get more proof even though he was facing
death sentence.Mateo hung himself leaving a letter of what he had doneParis and I were doing just
fine.We were planning to spend our Christmas togethershe was in my house and I went to get
something from the shop.I was about to get back inside the car when the car that has been following
me pulled over.I dropped my phone on the ground when I saw the person coming out.
Her:Hi Xavier.
I just stood there staring at her in shock.
Her:We need to sit down and talk about this.
Me;This is impossibleGrace you are suppose to be dead not alive.
Her:Your parents threatened to kill me if I didn't leave you alone.
Me:What?You are lying to me!
She took hold of my hand making me freeze.
Her:I had to do what I had to I paid for lying to you but I never faked my death your parents wanted
me out of your because I was a destruction and your grandmother said I wasn't Spanish enough for
you.My aunt got in a car accident as a warning I had no choice because the only family O had was
about to die.I am sorry.
Me:Why now Grace?
Her:I can't live with myself knowing that you still believe I am dead I can't do that.
Me:Grace I have moved on.
Her:I know you believe that you have moved on but that is a lie you know that.
She kissed mesomehow I stood there frozen yet I kissed her back.
Me:Nono stay away from me!
Her:Our love is strong Xavier you can't deny that.We will talk.
She went back to the car I stood there still confused before getting in mine.I parked it in the garage I
try to calm myself down before getting inside the house.
Me:Mm smells good Mama Nolu.
Nolu:Stay wherever you are!
Me:Where is Paris?
Nolu:She is sleeping on the couchthe headaches are back.
I find her sleeping soundly on the couch I suddenly feel guilty as I look at her.My family was coming
over for Christmas dinnermy grandmother and cousins were coming too.I ran to my room to take a
shower.
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Me:Babe are you sure you are okay?
Her:The headaches are not stopping.
The door flies open the twins coming running to Paris.
Me:They completely forgot about me.
Emilia:Such a drama king.
Me:Nana.
Granny:Xavier.
I kissed her on the cheekmy parents walked in looking like they swallowed a lemon.Was what Grace
said true?No ways.
Me: Anyway everyone meet my girlfriend ParisRis these are the Vorcans.
I pulled her closer as they looked at herit was indeed a little tense.
Granny:Does she have any Spanish roots?
Me:No.
Granny:Since when do you date someone without Spanish roots?
Dad:Ma he can't decide who he falls in love with.
Granny:Not if that person is out of our culture I let you do that I am not going to let you corrupt my
grandson.
Mom:I will not let you dictate my sonhe will date whoever he wants to date.
Granny:He should have at least dated a woman of colour a-
Uncle:Ma no!This is why we decide not to invite you to our house you are controlling and
judgementalhere in South Africa you can be arrested for those comments.Trust me if you do get
arrested I wouldn't even visit you.
Granny:She looks young toomight just be a gold digger.
I looked at Paris who held her head while looking at my grandmotherwell Mom did tell me it was
going to be a disaster.
Her:Excuse me.
She swayed as she stood up.
Her: This is not good.
Mom:Paris!
Boom!She fell right after taking few steps.
Mom:Call an ambulance!
I was panicking yet I couldn't move even a muscle.
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RETHABILE (RIRI)
We had to take late night flight to Cape Town after Xavier called to tell us about Paris collapsing.Dad
was quiet the whole journey while we were panicking.We found Xavier his brother and parents sitting
in the waiting room.
Dad:Is she okay?
Xavier:The doctors are working with her.
Atha: What happened?
Liam: Apparently she has been complaining about headaches and now she collapsed.
Me: She has been having those for ages.
Xavier: So this is not new?I should have known.
The doctors come talking seriously.
Dr:Miss Paris Boikanyo is out of danger but we do have to talk about her condition.
Me: Condition?
Dr: Yesit is very dangerous for her not to take her treatment considering this stage.
Mangi:We don't know what you are talking about Dr.
Dad:I understand Dr.
Atha:You do?Dad what is going on?
Dr:I thought you already knowlet me leave you so he can explain.
Xavier:Mr Boikanyo.
Dad:While she was doing her eleventh gradeshe had few problems like blacking out.The doctors
found blood clots in her brain but managed to do damage control.Then on her matric yearshe would
complain about these headachesher mother suggested we take her to the doctor again they found
those clots again.They were treated fine but they told us to make sure she comes every two months
because she might be developing something.First two times we did that until she got
kidnapped.Right after your mother's funeral I took her back to the doctor.
He paused and closed his eyes.
Me:Dad.
He opened them looking teary.
NK:The doctor found two tumors in her brain.
I gasped in shock.
Xavier:What is that suppose to mean?
Dad:She could live for plus minus ten years.
Mangi:You all knew and didn't even bother telling us?
Dad:What were you going to do about it?We just lost your mother and you think I wanted to stress
you more?Come on Mangaliso that is my last born lying on that bed.
Xavier got up.
Liam:Xavier!
He ran after him.I just sat down defeated clearly we are never going to be happy.
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PARIS
My head felt so heavy when I woke upit was silent in the room because I was alone.I remember
falling down after I felt too exhausted.A nurse walked in and smiled.
Her:Thank God you are awake.
Me:How long have I been sleeping?
Her:Eleven hours.
Me:Half of a dayis there anyone outside?
Her:Yes my love your boyfriend already left after finding out why you collapsed.
Me:Ohh? What is going on with me?
My father walks in followed by my siblings.They all felt uncomfortable as they didn't know whether
they should touch me or what.
Dad:Baby.
Me:What is wrong with me?I know you know but you did not want to tell me.
NK:You have a tumor well two to be exact.
I could see my whole world collapsing so fast as I understood what they meant.
Me:How long do I have?
Atha:Bathabile.
Me:Oh no this is reality and most probably what will happen to me.
Dad:The doctor said if you are not treated right you might have less than ten.We just have to hope
that the specialists coming this January will be able to do the surgery.
Me:Wait what?
NK:We managed to get some specialists to come down for your surgery.
Me:How long were you going to hide this?Were you going to lie about the surgery too?
Dad:How was I suppose to tell you?I just got you back now I was about to lose you again.
Me:Can you please leave?
RiRi:Ba-
Me: Just leave!
Mangi:Bathabile!
Me:Leave!You are not the one with the possibility of dying!Just leave please.
My heart hurt I can't seem to have peace nothing wants to go right with my life.
"Prayer is the most powerful thing you could ever have".
Me:I don't know Jophiel I really don't know what I am doing wrong.If love is my strongest pointwhy do
I keep failing.Am I not praying right? Haven't I asked for forgiveness?Am I covered with too much
sins for the Lord to see me?
I cried like I never did before I was scared that I was going to die.I finally kept quiet closing my eyes
as I felt sleep wrapping me in a tight embrace.
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GRACE
I watched him as he kept drinking sitting on the barit was clear that something was wrong with him.I
finally stood up and sat next to him.
Me:You are drinking today out of all days.
Him:Wait you are alivealmost forgot.
Me:Xavier stop drinking and tell me what is wrong with you?
Him:So I am really talking to a ghost?Man I loved you but you betrayed me Grace.
Me:Yes I was sent on a mission to get close to you falling for you wasn't part of the mission.I should
have told you about what was going on.I was scared that you wouldn't understand.
Him:I would have understood Grace I loved you everyone has their flaws I wasn't going to use that
against you.I would have been mad but I would have continued loving you still.
Me:I am sorry I am truly.I was scared that your parents would kill my innocent aunt I didn't want you
to think I was trying to turn you against them.
Him:My grandma can be persuasive and my father very lethal if he doesn't get his way I understand
why they did that.
Me:Can you stop drinking?
Him:No.
Me:Let me take you home.
Him:I want to see where you live.
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Me:This is where I live.
I watched him looking around the flatmy brain was telling me to make a move right now but I was
scared of being rejected.I stepped right next to him purposely touching his waisthe turned to look at
mewe stared at each other in silence.I stepped closer and kissed himfirst he didn't respond but the
fact he didn't push me away made me rub my lower body on him.He groaned before harshly
grabbing my face and kissed me.I pulled him towards the bedroom as he pulled my dress up I pulled
his sweater leaving him in only his jeans and shoes.I could feel my clit throbbing as we undress each
otherhe was so hard I didn't know if he was going to fit in or what. He turned me around pushing my
head towards the chair I balanced myselfhe parted my thighs before rubbing me.I could feel myself
getting a little excitedhe entered so fast and rough I screamed.He was so relentless and thrusting
deeper and deeper.He paused and pulled me up while he was inside I looked shocked to find a
condom paper on the floor.He pushed towards with him still inside.
Him:Bend down.
I did just that as I laid on the bed with my head on the pillow.He pulled my butt out and took hold of
my hair before thrusting again.I was moaning I was screaming the same time as he drove deeperin
some moments he would make want to scratch him.He groaned pulling my hair painfullyhe moved
removing the condom and tying before getting another.It was clear he wasn't done at all I laid on my
back with my legs trembling as I stared at the huge dick.He pulled both my legs up pushing them
towards my head I winced when he entered me againhe was going faster and faster like he was
angry despite that he was hitting the right spothe didn't even let go as he felt me cum.Instead he
made me lie on my side before giving it to me behind while we both laid on the bed.He pushed me
up so I could be on top with my back before his face.I wasn't going to disappoint I moved my hips
making him groan while he grabbed them.I put my hands on his knees before getting up and down
on his dick.
Him:Fuck.
He grabbed my waist helping me to go faster I screamed because it was a little painful but the
pleasure I felt was driving me insane.He turned me around making me go slower I felt him getting
tight insidehe flipped me so fast.He was doing missionaryhe thrusted so deeper making me scream
but he held me down.We stayed like that before he moved removing the condom again.He came
back to bed kissing me this time before pulling the blanket to cover us.At least this was a start I
might be getting him back.

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✓43.SEASON FINALE

XAVIER
I could hear my phone ringing I wasn't planning to answer it until I heard someone answering.I
opened my eyes to find Grace standing there in shorts and bra.
Her:Sorry Miss he is not available at the moment I will make sure he calls you back when he wakes
up.
Me:Who is that?
Her:I don't know how to pronounce the namehere.
My whole entire world came crashing down on me when I saw 'Bathabile'.
Me:Why would you answer my phone?Damm it I should have not slept with you while my girl-damn
it.
Her:We did what we did because we still love each other Xavier denying is only going to make it
worse.
Me:Do not tell me about denying!We should never have done this!
I quickly grabbed my clothes and got dressed.
Her:Here use my car.
I grabbed the keys and ran to the car I was dead.
Me:Liam where are you?
Liam:We are on our way to your housebra you have a lot of explaining to do because the call was on
loud speaker.
Me:Damn it!Is Paris with you?
Liam: Yes she is.
Damn I screwed up when she needed me I broke her already fragile trust towards men.I was done
for!
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We all arrived the same time in my house I was worried because I was driving someone else's car.I
walked out as everyone did.
Mom:Whose car is that?
Me:I borrowed it mine had a little problem.Hey Ris.
Her:Hey.
I hugged her.Her sisters literally stared at me with questioning eyes.
Liam:You are dead.
Me: How are you doing?
Her:Much better you smell sweet.
Me:No I don't.Let me.
We walked back inside.
Granny:Is she okay?
Mom:You don't care Mother.
For once Granny kept quiet and didn't answer back as usual.I felt uncomfortable knowing very well
what I have done.
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Everyone eventually left and went to their rooms leaving me and Parisit was weird that she wasn't
asking any questions at all.
Her:I will have to go for surgery early on January before the tumors spread.
Me:Did they tell you what caused them?
Her:I was born with water in my head leading to many complications.
Me: That is bad.
Her:I am going to sleep.
Me:Let me help you.
Her:What is my father going to say?
Me:What do you mean?
Her:I am sleeping with him.
Me:Oh.
She laughed and got up.
Her:Aren't you just a baby?
Me:Are you going to ask me where I was?
Her:Do I have to ask you?
Me:I mean a woman answered my phoneso I assumed I would be ignored or something worse.
Her:I am not here to fight with you Xavier I am not here to monitor your movements at all but shower
you with what I hold dearmy love.I can't be screaming and shouting about something I don't know
you want to cheat you are free to do that but I did my partwhich is loving you.
Damn I felt like she was breaking up with me.
Me:I-
Her:I heard what I heard in that call even when you asked who was calling.You are the one who is
suppose to decide to tell me what happened.
Me:It was one of the waitresses in the bar.
Her:Then it was the waitress Xaviergood night.I love you.
Me:I love you too.
Why did it hurt more?I felt like she was drifting away from me.My phone rang.
Me:Yes.
Grace:I need my car I am outside.
I quickly grabbed the keys and walked out I opened the gate to let her in.She stood before me
smilingshe grabbed my hand putting it under her jacketdamn she wasn't wearing a panty.
Grace:You could come with me.
Me:Take your car and leave.
She grabbed me and kissed me before getting inside the car.
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PARIS
You know that moment you try to hide your anger?I heard everything they said to each other
everyone else heard the part the woman answered then I turned the speaker off I heard what they
said and the woman dropped the call.I should have known he was too good to be true.As I was
stood I heard the front door open I looked down the stairs to see him walk out.I went to the window
and watched both of them standing outside.Damn I was so naive and stupid.He was even willing to
lie to my face I guess this is going to be my second heartbreak when it comes to love.I refused to cry
for three months old relationship.I could not believe how naive I had been
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I got under the blanketsmy father was on his laptop.I couldn't help the tears falling from my face to
the pillow.
Dad:Baby it's okay.
He held me as I cried in pain of what was happening in my lifeXavier just lied to my face and I still
couldn't understand why.
Me:It hurts so bad.
Dad:I am sorry.
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When I woke up my eyes felt like they had sand in them.We sat in the table in silenceno one said
anything as we ate in silence.Clearly something was wrong everyone could sense that.
Dad:We thank you for your hospitalitywe will forever be grateful.
MrVorcan:We will be with you every step of the wayParis made a change in our son's life.
I could not help myself but let the tears fall.
Atha:Baby what is wrong?
Everyone looked at me shocked.Xavier tried to touch me but I pushed him away I couldn't hide my
emotions any longer.
Me:You purposely decided to hurt me Xavierman you made me believe in you.Damn I was so stupid.
Mrs Vorcan:What are you talking about?
Me: How many times?
He looked at me shocked and lost.
Me:I thought I would let you tell me by yourselfafter I heard you say that you weren't suppose to
sleep with her yet you did.I saw you with her last night yet you didn't even tell me anything.It is okay
clearly this is another lesson learnt.Thank you for taking care of me making me believe in myself
again.This is good-bye I hope and pray that you get what you want the most..
I wiped the tears before hugging everyone I was done crying when something goes wrong with my
life.
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ATHABILE
I stared at my little sister sleepingshe was strongshe had grown up so fast and matured.Sometimes I
wish I had taken her place.
Me:Baby you need to wake upwe are in the airport.
She yawned and got up with her blanket.
RiRi:She slept for thirty minutes and she's acting like it was hours.
Her:Time freak.
We laughed as we got out of the carshe was carrying absolutely nothing that is what happens when
Nkanyezi is around.We walked inside the airport.Paris bumped into this guy sending both of them
flying to the floor.
Mangi:Fly!Fly!Paris flies!
Riri:Look at the guy.
Me:He is white and looks very dangerous for my liking.
Riri:Maybe they are soulmates.
Me:Paris can't be falling for another Xavier.
Riri:Not every guy will be Xavier.
NK:Paris is not going to fall for another white manshe can't jump from white to white.
Mangi:She must try black too.
The guy dusted himself in annoyance as Paris picked up her sweets.
Her:You should have watched where you are going.
Him:I should have done what little lady?You fucken bumped me.
Her:Blah blah watch where you are going damn you.
He looked livid as he stared at her picking up her jelly beans.
Her:Look I have to eat them while I got them from the floor and you want me to apologize for
bumpingmen can be cruel sometimes.
She looked teary as she picked them up the guy's face softened a bit before pocketing himself.
Him:Lucky you I have them.
He gave her a packet of jelly beansshe hugged him before leaving us behind.
Me:She doesn't even say thank you.
Him:Clearly she's going through something.
Mangi:Let's get going.
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Her:Home swee-my iPhone!Oh shit I lost a freaking iPhone.
Me:Let me call it before getting it blocked.It is ringing.
It rang then went straight to voicemail.
Her:Again.
Me:Hello.
Man:Hi Miss I am sorry do you perhaps know the owner of the phone because she lost it?
Me:She is right here with me actually I am her sister.
Man:For nowI am out of the country and I will be back in three weeks and I took it with me.
Her:Sorry Sir are you the one I bumped?
Man:Yes.
Her:I need to access some documents in the phone and I can't do that unless you give me
permission.
Man:Your phone has a password.
Her:What is your name first?
Man:Julio Caesar and yours?
Her:Paris.Look Mr Julio Caesar I don't want to bother you and-
Man:You need a helping hand little lady don't refuse it let me do what you want.
Her:Thank you so much.
Me:We will call you back in fifteen.

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✓44.SEASON FINALE

XAVIER[3 WEEKS LATER]

We flew to Mpumalanga for Paris's surgeryher phone was unavailable always answered by a man.I
fucked up big time and I didn't know what to do to make things right.I couldn't believe how fast I hurt
herthree beautiful months down the drain.We stepped inside the hospital in silencewe found her
family sitting outside the room with her lying on a stretcher bed.
Mom:Hey honey.
She looked at us with a smile she was getting beautiful maybe it is because I haven't seen or heard
from her to nearly a month.
Dad:You are doing just fine.
Her:A little nervous.
Voice:I am here!
Atha:He is hot.
I turned to look at the man I gasped along with my parents as we stared at himhis expression went
from smiling to dark as he looked at us.
Mom:What are you doing here?
Atha:We invited him.
Dad:This man is very dangerous.
Him:Hello to you too.
Me:What are you doing here Caesar?
Him:I have been answering your calls for weeksnow you look surprised.
Dad: Give Paris her phone and leave.
Her:Good people you are all here for me not the way around.
Him:Xavier should be worrying himself about Grace being back in his life.She was suppose to stay
buried.
Her:Mr Caesar please sit downSpain is very far.
Him:Thank you my lady.
I wished to slap the smiles from their faces.
Dr:It is time.
I watched as the nurse pulled the the stretcher bed inside the roomit was heartbreaking seeing
clench her fists in fear of not coming back.I sighed before sitting down.
Liam:I am not saying anything is wrong but who is that?
Him:I wouldn't be surprised if anyone didn't tell you about merotten apples do get thrown out.
Dad:You did that to yourself Juliowe never made you go the wrong way.
Him:I didn't need your judgement when all I did was protect you Miguel.
Me:From what?
Him:You didn't tell them about how you made a deal with the Russians?
Liam: Russians?
Dad: What are you doing here?
Him:So I guess he only told you about the part I almost murdered his assor the time I blew up his
car.I was angry that I was the one having to pay for what he did.Your father made a deal to supply
Russians with girlshe delivered two times then stopped when some started talkinga new deal was
made and I had to work for them.
Liam:I still don't understand who you are.
Him:Look at me and tell me why do I look like your father or even you for that matter?
Me:You also tried to have me killed.
Him:If I wanted you dead you would have been deadbrother.
Mom kept quiet and didn't say anything.
Him:Did your grandmother tell you she married a Russian?That is why your father made a deal with
your grandfathertrust me that is why she wants you to marry Spanish people because she married a
Russian mafia who didn't want her but wanted the girls she was harbouring.
Me:This is not what they told us.
Him:The Vorcans and lies they gave me up so fast without even having to think about and yet they
are fighting for damned rights of others.
Mom:What was I suppose to do Caesar?
Him:You should have been my mother not my seller you didn't even argue with themMother.
Liam:Huh?
Him:That's right I am your oldest brother not this twat who thinks the world owes him something.You
piece of nothing!Say shit I promise to kill you this time.
Mom:Julio Caesar please calm-
Him:You dare touch me woman I will do more than slapping you.I didn't come here for you don't
bother me and I won't kill anyone.
The theatre door opened as a nurse walked out shouting for another doctor.She disappeared
coming back with another.We stood there worried.
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ATHABILE
We literally sat quiet as the Vorcans argued with each otherwe were shocked that the man was one
of them.He was too different looked very dangerous toohe didn't smile fullyto be honest he was
much worse than Xavier.What worried me is that he didn't even deny trying to kill them.Same time
we have been here for nearly half a day and there was no one telling us anything about
Bathabile.The theatre door finally opened and finally the doctors walked out.
Dr:The surgery was a success.
We sighed in relief.
Xavier:Can we see her?
Dr:I am afraid that cannot happen
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to be honest he was much worse than Xavier.What worried me is that he didn't even deny trying to
kill them.Same time we have been here for nearly half a day and there was no one telling us
anything about Bathabile.The theatre door finally opened and finally the doctors walked out.
Dr:The surgery was a success.
We sighed in relief.
Xavier:Can we see her?
Dr:I am afraid that cannot happenwe almost lost her in there.We hit too many complications where
she had a seizurewe had to do damage control since she started bleeding in wrong places.We have
to make sure she is out of danger before letting you see her.
Dad:Is she going to be fine?
Dr: Your sister is a fighter believe in her.
Julio Caesar stood looking at us like as if he was reading us or something.
Him:Here is her phone.
Me: Thank you for coming too.
Him:She is a special little lady even though she fell for the wrong VorcanXavier will never stop
cheating it's in his blood.A chip off the old block.
Me:This thing called a heart betrays us most of the time make you fall for the worse.
Him:I never fell in love so I wouldn't know.Give her my greetings I have to go somewhere.
Me:Again thank you.
He flinched when I hugged him like I was doing a very foreign move.I just needed the hug that's all
even if he moved fast.
Me:I am sorry I didn't mean to make you uncomfortable.
Him:I am not used to that.
He clicked his tongue as he went past his family everyone only noticed now that he had a whole
army with him.Mrs Vorcan stared with tears falling down as he walked out.
RiRi:I thought Xavier was itnow I am not sure anymore.
Me:Baby fell for him though.
RiRi:I know that but this guy is all types of dangeryes Xavier looks dangerous but isn'the is a serial
cheater too but I am not saying him and Paris don't deserve a second chance.
Mangi:I am not letting my little sister make the same mistake twicemen don't change unless they
love you.Xavier went to that girl knowing very well he just promised to love Paris yet he spent time
with the other woman while my baby laid in a hospital bed.What is going to make him change?
Clearly her love for him didn't make him stop what he was doing with her.She can forgive but don't
go back to himshe is too young to accept that kind of nonsensewhereas if it was vice versa he would
have walked away fast too.I refuse to let my sister be subjected to that.
Xavier looked ashamed as he looked down but this was reality of what has happened.
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JULIO CAESAR
I sat on my chair spinning around in boredom before taking out my laptop.I stared at the surveillance
cameras of the hospital they were still sitting outside waiting for her to wake up.I go back to the
pictures I took from her phoneshe was beautiful.There was something about her beside the fact she
was in a relationship with my brother.Sometimes I hated when everyone mentioned my surnamemy
parents gave me to my grandfather because he was threatening to destroy everything they worked
for unless they gave me to him to be his successor.They didn't even ask me how I felt and I was just
ten years oldconfused as to why I had to go to Russia.My grandfather was a ruthless Russian mafia
and it still beats me how grandmother fell for him.She is the only one who visited me in Russiaas for
my parents I was no longer their son.Grandfather told me everything making me grow up with hatred
I wanted them dead but I couldn't do that.
Voice:Boss!
I closed the laptop and looked up.
Me:Blanco.
Him:She is here.
Me:Bring her in.Hello Grace.
She winced and tried to walk out.
Her:Please I need more time.
Me:I sent you years ago but no Grace you didn't do what I asked you to do instead you got in my
brother's bed.
Her:No Sir.
Me:Are you trying to say I am lying?
Her:Nono Sir.
Me:Do you have my files?
Her:No Sir.
Me:Why did I send you to Xavier?
Her:To retrieve the files that prove that the Vorcans made a deal to supply the Russians with girls.
Me:Did you get it?
Her:No Boss.
Me:Why?
Her:I fell for Xavier.
Me:I hate dead weight.Blanco give me your gun.
Her:Sir please.
Me:Do not move bitch or I will be shooting your head.
The gun echoed along with her screams I shot her knee.
Me:Now learn how to crawl back to him.Get her out of my office!
I think I should have gotten those files myself sending a fucken woman on a mission was a waste of
my time.I opened my laptop in anger I calmed and stared at this young girl before picking up my
phone.
Me:Hey it's meJulio Caesar Vorcan.You are a neurologist right?Good I need you to find me the best
neurologists in the entire worldtoday and I want them to fly to South Africa tomorrow morning.You
have ten hours to do that.Good start working.
I don't know what I was doing but this was strange I destroy people not build them but here I was
helping.

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✓45.SEASON FINALE

XAVIER
I looked at the picturesI tried callingI tried sending messages instead I got blocked by Paris.Who
could have known I could fuck up someone I held dear?I made mistakes of cheating on her I don't
even know which betrayed the other between heart and lust.In a short period of time I ruined
everything by thinking with my dick instead of my head.Someone knocked.
Me:Come in.
She walked inside using crutches.
Me:And then?
Her:I did what I had to do to protect you but you never appreciated any of it Xavier.I got short not
because they wanted to kill you they were sent to kill me not you.I wasn't sent to kill you I was sent
to find the contract your parents made with your grandfather.
Me:I really don't care why you were here you always fuck up my life every time you are around.First I
had to live with the fact you were shot right next to menow because of you I lost the woman who
loved me purelynot because of my money but me wholeheartedly something you never did.You
loved the idea of having me by your side not in love with me.Grace go back wherever you came from
you are good as dead please don't come back here or I will be telling the police how you faked your
death.
Her:Take me to prison okay? I'd rather stay there than face your brother again.
Me: Security please come and get a lunatic in my office.
Her:You are going to face him yourselfthis time there will be no one shielding you from him.You are
on your own bastard!In fact all you deserve to die for everything you have done to people then hiding
behind the organisation.
Me:Get out!
Her:You piece of nothing!I gave up my life for you!I shielded you from Julio Caesar but you don't give
a damn about that!You are trash you bastard!You promised that young girl the world but you couldn't
even give her Cape Town you manipulative bastard!Made her feel like she was the one yet you
cheated on her the moment you got a chance just like you did to me.Oh yes I know you cheated on
me you conniving bastard!
Me:Where the hell is the security?
Her: You weak bastard!Fuck you pussy!
The security walked in as she stood at the door.
Her:I am leaving you piece of shit promising girls something you can't afford.You bastard!
She walked out swearing leaving me with my own thoughts.Some of the things she said were kind of
true.
Me:Who am I kidding? Everything she said was true about me.
Liam walked in.
Liam:That was a mouthful.
Me:Nothing but the truth.
Liam:I feel for you brotherthe crazy women you have are beyond.
Me:Only Paris didn't go banshee on me.Man I ruin every beautiful thing.
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I was driving back home when I came to cross roads I was crossing the roadthere was a truck on my
right side waiting for me to cross.The moment I got in the middle it moved so fast confusing methen I
saw the driverGrace.The truck collided with mine hitting right on my doorpushing me to the
oncoming traffic.My car collided with another as the truck still pushed me I was trappedthe steering
wheel on my stomach.The windscreen fell on me as I could feel myself get a little lighter.I guess I am
paying for my sins now.
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PARIS
Atha:The video is trending Bathabile.
Me:Trust me I feel sorry for him I mean no matter how much he hurt me I could never try to kill him.
RiRi:The woman literally said he deserved it because of all the women he hurt.Some women are role
models trust me.
Me: Rethabile no!
Atha:Thank you RiRi.
Me:You guys are cruel.
RiRi:I am not about to lie what you do wrong to someone today will come around one day far worse.
Me:Preach sister!I love you gu-
The intercom rangwe looked at each other.
Me:The Royal House.
They laughed.
Man:Sorry Miss I have a delivery for Miss Paris Boikanyo.
Me: Who is it from?
Man:It's from The House of Jange Jewellery.
Me:I am coming.
Atha:The House of Jange?
I ran to the gate and looked at the man confused.He looked way to fit and dressed in swag pants to
be a delivery man.
Me:You look too dressed to be a delivery man.
Him:How do delivery man look like?
He grinned.
Me: Definitely not like you are wearing the latest clothes by Nike and damn you are driving an AMG.
Him:You are fast but I was asked to deliver this by The House of Jange Jewellery.
Me:This box looks too big for jewellery.
I signed before taking the box.
Him:Such a beautiful black girl.
Me:Thank you.
He smiled before getting back in his carthe moment it got on the roadthe two cars parked on the side
of the road followed.Weird.
Me:So guys should we?
Atha:This is a lot!
Me:Heavy too!
We opened the box to find a jewellery boxboxes of chocolates and a plastic.
RiRi:Weaves?Oh my god they look expensive!
Me:Okay necklaces and earringsall sort of chocolatesokay who did this?
Atha:Whoever did this must be my second husband.
Me:There is a card."You mentioned on Facebook that you would love some weaves to cover your
short hairso I got you themthe necklaces and earrings match some of your few dresses I didn't stalk
you I saw the pictures in Facebook.Chocolates just a souvenir"umm this is weird.
RiRi:Did he leave any name?
Me:VJC.
Atha:Victor Junior Cole.
Me:Vukile Jonas Cele.
Atha:That was good.
RiRi:Vuyani Joseph Cirha.
Me:Hayihayi Rethabile.(Nono Rethabile).
Riri:Asimazi nathi nje.(We don't know him though).
Atha: Viviparous Just Call.
We burst out laughingwaking up Siboniso.
Him:Aunty where is Dad?
Atha:To get meat my love.Are you hungry?
Him:Yes.
Riri:Stay still pregnant lady I will get him something to eat.
These are the little moments I love sharing with my family.Our Easter together in peace.I felt bad for
what happened to Xavier but there was nothing I could do about it.Me and him were done I wasn't
sure about checking on him because I couldn't bring myself to feel the pain again.It has been months
last time I talked to himwell the last time was in the hospital.I had to accept that me and him were not
meant to be.
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RETHABILE
We were all sitting chatting and enjoying our Easter weekend.My phone vibrated."Open the gate".
Me:Huh?
I quickly dialled his number in confusion.
Him:I am outside.
Me: Weren't you joking?
Him:No.
I looked at everyonehow on earth was I going to explain this!
Me:I am coming.
I walked out as the gate opened.
Me:Onetwothreefour and five!I didn't take him serious I didn't.
I bowed when the King and Queen walked out.
Her:Don't be silly my love we are here to bow to you.
Me:He didn't tell me he was taking everything I said serious.
Him:You did say that the only way for me and you to be engage is if I come to your home with my
family ask your family to let me ask you to marry me.
Me:I was joking Uzile joking.
Him:We are getting engage today my love I will always listen everything you are saying to me.
I suddenly realised that I was in my nighty in front of the Royal family.I led them inside with my teeth
clencheddamn I was dating a psycho.
Dad:Woah!
Everyone stood up in shock.
Paris:A Royal Family?
That is when they decided to bow confused at the same time.
Her:Nono please get up.
They bowed and my family looked at them like what the fuck.
Granny:Get up and make tea for our guests!
Uzile: Actually we have some drinks and other things we would love to share with you.Just show the
guards the way to the kitchen.
My aunt cousin sisters and us sisters got in the kitchen to get the glasses and biscuits.
Paris:What the hell?
Me:I told him what you said.
Atha:You told him what this weird little sister of yours said?I give up on you I got dumped for
listening to her and you did listen to her.
Aunt:Thank you Bathabilewe finally meet her secret boyfriend.
We walked back to the dining room offering everyone drink and biscuits.
Dad:We didn't even know we were going to have visitors.
King:We didn't even know we were coming here until two days agomy brother in-law ambushed us
knowing very well the Queen will do it without even thinking.
We chuckled.
Her:Aren't you dramatic Milani?You begged me to help him.
King:Oh love we will talk about this backstabbing in Zalem.
Oh damn these two were just cute.
Dad:What exactly brings you here?
Her:My twin brother fell in love with one of your daughtershe just came back one day saying he has
found his wife.As usual we didn't take him serious until he told us that they were in a relationship.
King:A month ago he told us he wants to get marriedwe thought he was getting ahead of himself
until we finally saw RiRi and read her story.Now we understood why.Two days ago he tells us that
she said the only way they could be engaged is if he comes here with us and ask all of you for her
hand in marry.
Everyone laughed.
Granny:That sounds like the last born of this houseshe always gives advices that put people in
trouble.
Dad:I have never heard something like this you have already showed the lengths you would go to
make her happy.I don't need more convincinggo on your knee and propose.
Me:What?
He walked towards me before going on his knees.
Him:I know your mind is trying to find a way to get out of this you don't want to believe that I want to
spend a lifetime with you.I want to try with you I am not perfect I know but for you I will be an
angel.Sometimes I have to wake up and remind you that I am still here and my love is here I want to
do that forever.I want you to face your problems with me on your side I want us to help anyone
together I want to be with you Rethabile Boikanyo.Believe me when I say I love you.Please continue
making me happy and accept my proposal to marry you.
Me:Ye-s.
Everyone clapped as he put the ring on my finger I was crying because I was happy.I was taking a
huge step but I was in love.
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XAVIER
Dr:Sir we treat those kind of nervesnot replace them what you are asking us to do is to try and kill
you.I am sorry.
Me:Find something!You are not the one stuck on this wheelchair!
My guard wheeled the wheelchairthe nurses looked at me with sympathy I hated the looks they were
giving me.I was stuck on a wheelchair for the rest of my life because of the mistakes I made.Grace
pleaded to attempted homicide I never took her as that type of person I did that to her.I should have
known better I lost the woman who loved me unconditionallyshe was getting more beautiful each
day.I guess I assumed she would forgive me the first time I cheated I guess she knew her worth and
wasn't going to stick around and find out if I was going to do it again.Now I had to adjust being on a
wheelchair at thirty seven.Who would have known?I found everyone in my house.
Mom:Hi.
Me:What is going on?
Dad:A lot has happened this year Xavierwe have been down a couple of times but we didn't give
up.We made mistakes that we are not proud ofwe need to learn from them.
Mom:We know we hid a lot of secrets from you thinking we were protecting you.We were suppose to
tell you those secrets so you kids can learn from them.I lost your twin because of those mistakes
when helping someone you have to be careful you could be taking a snake out of its hole.We did
things we are not proud ofnot because we wanted to but at that we thought we had no choice.
Dad:Everyone has a choice childrenwe practically sold Julio Caesar to my father knowing very well
what he was capable of.The man was destroying what the Vorcans worked forwe should have stood
our ground cause he was just a child.We are not proud of the choice we made because he was
raised to kill and ask later.
Mom:I am sorry if I came out perfect yet I wasn't I blame myself for how Xavier treated all these
women.I should have said something instead of shaking my head I was suppose to yell or scream
instead I kept quiet.I am very sorry my children.
Me:It is okaywe are all paying for our sins.
Liam:Well one last thingwe have a guest.
Paris?
Me:Who?
He walked out this guy here doesn't smile at allevery time I came across his pictures I couldn't
believe he was my brother.He looked lethal.
Me:I need to apologize to you Julio for assuming you wanted to kill me.
Dad:Well he did try to kill me.
Him:It is fine I am fine with everyone.I couldn't kill you because in the end we are all familyno matter
how much we hurt each other
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no matter how much we hurt each otherwe should never give up on each other.
Liam:Well spoken brother.
His phone rang.
Him:Yes?Have you gotten her size?Umm four dressesblackumm whatever colour you think will suit
her.Make it snappy.
Mom:So?
He looked at us confused.
Him:Why are you guys looking at me like that?
Dad:Who is she?
Him:Oh fashion designer.
Sofia: Designing clothes for who?
Him:We are cool not enough for you to stick your nose in my business.
Ouch.
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PARIS
Me:I know you are not a delivery guy for sure but you don't want to tell me who asked you to deliver
these.
Him:Miss Paris I follow orders given to meif I am told not to say anything I don't.
Me:At least one clue.
Him:Dangerous.
Me:That is no clue!Snakes are dangerous.
Him:Tall.
Me:You are tall.
Him:VJC?
Me:Do I know anyone with a name that has v in it?Nookay let me ask about your name.
Him:Blanco.
Me:You are not from around here your skin is tanned but your hair is silky means you are from other
country.Are you English?
Him:Nope.
Me:Do you speak Afrikaans?
Him:I have no idea what is that Miss.
Me:What do you speak?
Him:English.
Me:And?
Him:English.
Me:But your English is funny.
Him:You should be a lawyer.Let me leave before I let something slip.
He literally ran back to his car as I dragged the suitcase I wasn't going to return the gifts.I was
unfortunately home alonewell my father has been disappearing a lot RiRi still lived with me and Dad
but she went on some business conference.Mangi worked in Gauteng newlywed too and Nkanyezi
was with his adopted son with another future Mrs Boikanyo.Okay all my siblings are in loveAtha on
maternity leave with her newborn baby girl.Then me I just finished my first yearthree more to come.I
have been receiving gifts every two weeks ever since I came out of the hospital months ago.
Me:Holy shit!
I looked at the four dresses I immediately got dressed they fitted just perfect.I should be panicking
that this person knew my size but I was enjoying this.
Me:Accepting gifts from strangers is dangerous Bathabile.But it's Gucci and-and they are
expensive.You will be kidnapped again.Lord forgive me but please protect me.
My phone rang and it was a private number.
Me:I don't work in case you are selling something and I just turned 16this call is recorded in case you
insult me.It is private but my service provider will track you.Hi.
Him:Hello Paris.
I trembled and I don't even know why.
Me:Who are you?
Him:Do the dresses fit?
Me:They do and who are you?
Him:I am hurt you don't even remember me.
Me: Sorry maybe you slipped my mind.
Him:Julio Caesar Vorcan.
Me:Oh I remember you now you had my phone which your brother bought.
Him:Should I buy you a new one?I am not sure about using the phone your ex bought you.
Me:Aren't you getting ahead of yourself?For a moment I thought you were a normal person but you
sound controlling.Again what exactly do you want from me Mr Vorcan? What is a man your age want
from a twenty one year old? Thinking I will fall for you as I did with your brother?Come on I maybe
be naive but I am not stupid.
I dropped the call in anger.
Me:Men typically of them.
I folded the dresses back inside the suitcase I grabbed the jewellery and put it back inside the
suitcase.Blanco will be leaving with everything next time.
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JULIO CAESAR
The line went deadshe did not.I walked back inside.
Me:Damn it!
Xavier:Are you okay?
Liam:What happened?
Me:Actually let me ask you something.
Xavier:What?
Me:If I were to date one of your exes what would happen?
He kept quiet like he was thinking about something.He stayed for too long and it was getting
annoying.
Xavier:I know exactly who you are talking about and I am fine with itshe wasn't mine to keep.
Liam:Who?
Us: Paris.
Paula:Damn I need to talk with her she is golden.
Mom:Such a sweetheart.
Me: First I met her she shouted at me for the fact she bumped me.She gave me a mouthful.
Dad:You must be talking about another Paris.
Xavier forced a smile I was just doing human thing asking him otherwise I was going after Paris
whether he liked it or not.
Me:Well I guess she doesn't like me that much.
Mom: Unlucky you then.

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PARIS
Me:You should be able to voice out what you feel.
Lulu:I know but men are unpredictableone moment they want you and next don't.
Busi:As Bathabile said Lulu honesty in a relationship makes things light.If he doesn't want to hear
what you think or feelleave him.
Me:For example I kept quiet hoping he would spill everything instead I got"Are you okay?".He
pretended like he didn't do anything wrong at all.
Busi: Keeping silent makes everything go wrongtell him that you don't like what he keeps doing.
Lulu:I hear you guys.
Busi: So you guys I saw this car when I was coming to school-
Me:Another sugar daddy?Busisiwe I wash my hands.
Lulu:What did you do?
Busi:It gets in and I follow I pretended to pick up something from the ground as he walked out.Oh my
lord I saw all kinds of sexy in one man.
Lulu:I can never be you.
Me:How much did he give you?
Busi:That is the thinghe didn't even notice mehe asked for the BEd department and left.No thank
youworse I am freaking hot today.
Lulu:Someone literally survived your flirtation strategieshe needs a bottle of Bells.
Me:Maybe he is already in love.
Busi:No man should be able to resist this.
Lulu: There's already a man resisting your ass.
Me:I have to see him.
Busi:That is his car.
Lulu:If that is his car then I am helping you.
Busi:He is not that old you know.
Me:You can link us with his friends.
I was left with two and half years before I finish my degree.
Busi:He is coming.
We sat on the ground pretending to talk as the man approachedwe were not far from where his car
was parked.
Lulu:Paris you are crazy.
Me:Why do I have to crazy? Say Busi you are crazy.
Busi:You are both psychos.
Me:Witch.
Lulu:Busi is a bitch.
Busi widened her mouth and whispered.
Busi:He is coming.
Him:Ladies.
Me and Lulu just continued looking at Busi.
Busi:Gentleman.
Him:Are you really that tired to sit on the ground?
Busi:Very tired.
Him:I heard a very familiar namea name of one of the most beautiful girls I met last year.
We had to turnwe wanted to know which name.I froze in shockhe looked surprised to see me.
Him:Paris.
Me:Umm Mr Vorcan.
Busi:He is a Vorcan?
Lulu:He heard Paris.You have a lot of explaining to do.
Busi:You will find us in the cafeteria.
Me:Why are you leaving me?
Busi:I am going fishing again you took my fish remember?
Lulu:I am not fishing!
I watched them as they left me still sitting on the ground.
Him:Let me help you.
He pulled me uphis hand rested on my waistthis was awkward so I moved.
Me:Thank you.
Him:I am not stalking you okay?
Me:Ok.
This was very awkward I just kept quiet and started calculating trees.
Him:You still beautiful.
Me:Thank you.
This was really hilarioushe was not really talking something I found very weird.
Me:You are staring.
Him:I am trying to understand why I can't talk to you and I want to know why you are not biting my
head off like you did.
Me:I can say anything on the phone.
Him:This foreign to meall these years I used women for sex nothing else.I mean I don't know about
relationships.
Me:I don't know about them too I got burnt in all of them.
Him:I hate explaining myself but I don't know something makes me uncomfortable around you.Not in
a bad way but makes me excited I don't think that is healthy at all.
One would swear I was talking to a virgin or someone that never fell in love.
Me:Okay you are weirdvery weird and um I don't know what to tell you.
Him:Can we sit inside the car?
I hesitated before going around to the passenger door.
Me:Ask your father or a friend?
Him:He said I was in love something I shouldn't do.
He looked like he was in despair I felt bad because from what I know he doesn't know that much
about love.Poor guy looked like he was about to blast.
Me:I know how it feels to only know pain making it hard for you to differentiate between love and
hate.I know you think it is too late for you to fall in love.
Him:Me falling in love?This must be a joke!
I jumpedhe looked at me and sighed.
Him:I am sorry-what the hell?I am apologising.
I burst out laughinghe looked at me grinning.
Me:I never met a weird man you are telling me this and thatmost important you are feeling this so
you are not sure what is it.
Him:I was fine then I met you everything changeddamn I even collected neurologists to treat you.
Me:What are you talking about?
Him:You know I caused that accident in Cape Town.
Me:What?
Him:I know you might have died but I had to stop the carwell some woman asked me to do that and I
did.The way it rolled I thought you weren't coming out alive.
Me:Jophiel.
Him:You know her?
Me:She is an archangel.
Him: Impossible.
"Her:Both of you are loved which means you are meant to heal each other your angel let what
happened to you so she can bring you closer to someone whom she believed needs you."
Me:Both of you are loved which means you are meant to heal each other your angel let what
happened to you so she can bring you closer to someone whom she believed needs you.
Is it possible I helped the wrong person?I was close alright I didn't know I had to find him.Somehow I
actually believed that I was suppose to help him.
Him:Huh?
Me: Nothing.Friends?
Him:Okay?
Me:Now what can we do as a friends?
Him:A bar.
Me:I don't drink and I am not a fan of crowds.Tomorrow find a way to my home we are going out to
eatI am sure Blanco will lead you.
I just squeezed his handhe looked at me shocked I was just assuring him that I will help him.I don't
know what I will be doing but I was determined to make him see what humanly feelings are like.Oh
my goodness I sound like a therapist?To thirty something man.
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JULIO CAESAR
Me: Which tie?
Blanco stared at me in shock.
Him:Caesar since when do you were ties?
Me:I am going out here with her.
Him:Well she said do not overdress you are doing that.
Me:I am not sure about wearing this suit either maybe I should change to my jeans.
Him:Really?From what I know about hershe doesn't judge.Calm down and go on the date with your
usual clothes.Didn't you say it's a friendly outing?
Me:I know what I said.
My phone rang.
Me:Paris.
Her:Do not come here in your suit I repeat do notwear jeans and a T-shirt.
Blanco looked at me laughing.
Me:Okay.What?
Him:Remind me when I was sixteen.
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I sent her a message that I was outside.She walked out wearing boyfriend jeans and a vest looking
beautiful as usual.I opened the door.
Me:You look beautiful.
She looked at me and smiled.
Her:You are so gorgeous.
Me:What the hell?
Her:You handsome.Say thank you.
Me:Thank you.Where are we going?
Her:I will give you directions the moment we get to town.
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This was crazy I was being thought by a child on how to talk to people.
Her:Smile a bit I am not going to hurt you.
I looked at her shocked.
Her:You helped me a lot of times and I am forever grateful for that.See?You just smiled.
Me:I certainly didn't.
Her:How old are you?
Me:Thirty nine.
Her:Damn you old.
Me:Says the twenty one year old teaching me manners.
Her:I don't know what I am doing but I believe I was suppose to help you not Xavier I mean I made a
little change in his life but he stayed the same.
Me:Do you wish to go back to him?
That hurt even thinking about it.
Her:Nono I don't wish to go back.The love I had for him disappeared so fast amazing me I thought I
would be mourning but instead I continued like it never happened.
Me:Maybe you were never really in love with him.
Her:Sometimes I think that but enough about him so what about you?
Me:You don't want to know.
Her:Tell me.
Me:Well I grew up in Russiaraised by a bunch of nannies who did everything for me.I went to the
most expensive schools thereby sixteen I knew how to use a rifleby eighteen I already murdered ten
people and twenty I took over from my grandfather.
Her:Tell me you are joking.
Me:I was trained to lead one of the most dangerous mafia so I am not joking.Love was weakness
and never a strength I have enemies that would do anything to hurt me but unfortunately they still
can't get to me.
Her:Are you saying you never fell in love?
Me:I did on my late twenties but I found out she was fucking me up so I killed her.
Her:You know what I don't want hear anymore of this.
Me:You asked.
Her:Is that why you have soldiers as guards?
Me:Most definitely.
Her:And Blanco?
Me:My best friend.
Her:Can I be your best friend then?
I chuckledthis child was crazy.
Me:He is a very jealous man doesn't like to share.
Her:Oh no he is going to listen to me.
She got up and stretched since we were sitting on a bench in a park.
Her:Stay here I will be back.
I watched her as she walked towards the shops.One of the boys who kept glancing at us came and
sat down.
Him:Is she your girlfriend?
Me:No.
Him:I used to date her.
This was interesting.
Me:Nice.
Him:A total fat bitch who thought deserved the best.
Something moved in me I heard screams but I didn't stop as I threw fist after fist.No one was doing
anything to stopsome were recording as I beat him up.I felt a soft hand on my back I turned so I
could beat whoever only to see her looking at me scared.I looked at the bloody handsthe boy looking
lifeless on the ground I got up as she pulled me towards the car.My guards were already out for
everyone to see.She was carrying a plastic I realise she went to get us something to eat.I felt guilty
as she kept quiet.
Her:Take us where he lives.
Her voice trembled a bit I felt ashamed that I couldn't control my anger I could have killed him.

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JULIO CAESAR
We arrived at the penthouse in silenceBlanco looked at us shocked.
Him:What happened?
Her:Hello to you too.I don't know I left a second to get us something to eat then I hear screams.I get
back to find him beating a hell out of this guy.
Me:Your ex boyfriend.
Her:Wait what?You were beating him for being my ex?
Me:He said something I hatedfirst he was body shaming you then has the nerve to tell me you were
a bitch and entitled.
Her:Beating is not the way to solve things Julio Caesar.
Me:It is what I know best.
Her:Are you going to beat people who say bad things about others?
Me:Yes.Why don't you just spit it out?
Her:Spit what out?
Me:You wish you never went there with me anywhere for that matter.
Her:I am here aren't I?
Me:Oh no you are scared that I might beat you up or threaten to kill you don't worry I won't do
anything to you.Blanco will take you home.
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PARIS
I watched him disappear down the passage.I couldn't leave at allyes I was scared but not enough to
leave him.He was making progress then that stupid ex of mine had to ruin everything.Why am I still
here? My heart couldn't let me leave.Blanco stared at me curiously.
Me:What?
Him:You are not leaving.
Me: Asking?
Him:I can see that you don't want to leave but you are scared to make him more angrytrust me one
thing I know for sure he wouldn't hurt you.Let me disappeardown the passage on your left is his
suite.
Me:Any first aid kit?
He went to one of the rooms and came back with a bag.
Him:I will see you around.
I walked down the passage I find the room empty but the clothes were on the floor.I knocked at what
I believe was the bathroom.
Him:In.
I find him in the bath tub with his eyes closed.
Me:Do not take too long.
Him: What are you still doing here Paris?
Me:I am not leaving Julio Caesar you can go hang yourself but I am not leaving.
He opened them and looked at me in shock okay maybe I shouldn't have said that.
Him:You are scared.
Me:I am only human after all.
He stood up.
Me:What the fuck?
Him:You know how a dick looks like don't patronize me.
Me:That doesn't mean I want to see you naked.
I walked out of the bathroom with my eyes closed.
Him:I am decent.
He was wearing only boxersthe tattoos provided the dangerous look.
Him:You are staring.
Me:Let me see your fist.
He sat down as I looked at them they looked fine except the nasty bruise on his chest.
Me:I am just going to rub this part and your fists.
He sat in silence not even wincing as I rubbed himhe was staring at me.I was sweating and I felt a
little hotthis was wrong and I shouldn't be thinking about this with Xavier's brother around.I am
whore!He held my wrist.
Him:What are you doing to me?Why do I want to do things differently because of you?
I looked at himhis lips were inviting.You know what we will talk about this tomorrow.I stepped
between his legs and lowered my face towards hisI kissed him and he followed suit with his hands
on my waist.He moved backlaying on the bed with me on top of him.He pulled my vest up leaving
me in my brahe paused and looked at the scars.
Him:Good thing he is dead.
I chuckled a bithe pushed me up before laying me down.He took my shoes and socks off before
getting between my thighs and kissed me.The kisses were mind blowinghe took my bra off before
grabbing my nippleshis hot mouth making me moan.I couldn't believe I just moaned because he was
sucking my nipple.Did I do that with Xavier?
Him:I am just getting started.
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JULIO CAESAR
We arrived at the penthouse in silenceBlanco looked at us shocked.
Him:What happened?
Her:Hello to you too.I don't know I left a second to get us something to eat then I hear screams.I get
back to find him beating a hell out of this guy.
Me:Your ex boyfriend.
Her:Wait what?You were beating him for being my ex?
Me:He said something I hatedfirst he was body shaming you then has the nerve to tell me you were
a bitch and entitled.
Her:Beating is not the way to solve things Julio Caesar.
Me:It is what I know best.
Her:Are you going to beat people who say bad things about others?
Me:Yes.Why don't you just spit it out?
Her:Spit what out?
Me:You wish you never went there with mefirst he was body shaming you then has the nerve to tell
me you were a bitch and entitled.
Her:Beating is not the way to solve things Julio Caesar.
Me:It is what I know best.
Her:Are you going to beat people who say bad things about others?
Me:Yes.Why don't you just spit it out?
Her:Spit what out?
Me:You wish you never went there with me anywhere for that matter.
Her:I am here aren't I?
Me:Oh no you are scared that I might beat you up or threaten to kill you don't worry I won't do
anything to you.Blanco will take you home.
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PARIS
I watched him disappear down the passage.I couldn't leave at allyes I was scared but not enough to
leave him.He was making progress then that stupid ex of mine had to ruin everything.Why am I still
here? My heart couldn't let me leave.Blanco stared at me curiously.
Me:What?
Him:You are not leaving.
Me: Asking?
Him:I can see that you don't want to leave but you are scared to make him more angrytrust me one
thing I know for sure he wouldn't hurt you.Let me disappeardown the passage on your left is his
suite.
Me:Any first aid kit?
He went to one of the rooms and came back with a bag.
Him:I will see you around.
I walked down the passage I find the room empty but the clothes were on the floor.I knocked at what
I believe was the bathroom.
Him:In.
I find him in the bath tub with his eyes closed.
Me:Do not take too long.
Him: What are you still doing here Paris?
Me:I am not leaving Julio Caesar you can go hang yourself but I am not leaving.
He opened them and looked at me in shock okay maybe I shouldn't have said that.
Him:You are scared.
Me:I am only human after all.
He stood up.
Me:What the fuck?
Him:You know how a dick looks like don't patronize me.
Me:That doesn't mean I want to see you naked.
I walked out of the bathroom with my eyes closed.
Him:I am decent.
He was wearing only boxersthe tattoos provided the dangerous look.
Him:You are staring.
Me:Let me see your fist.
He sat down as I looked at them they looked fine except the nasty bruise on his chest.
Me:I am just going to rub this part and your fists.
He sat in silence not even wincing as I rubbed himhe was staring at me.I was sweating and I felt a
little hotthis was wrong and I shouldn't be thinking about this with Xavier's brother around.I am
whore!He held my wrist.
Him:What are you doing to me?Why do I want to do things differently because of you?
I looked at himhis lips were inviting.You know what we will talk about this tomorrow.I stepped
between his legs and lowered my face towards hisI kissed him and he followed suit with his hands
on my waist.He moved backlaying on the bed with me on top of him.He pulled my vest up leaving
me in my brahe paused and looked at the scars.
Him:Good thing he is dead.
I chuckled a bithe pushed me up before laying me down.He took my shoes and socks off before
getting between my thighs and kissed me.The kisses were mind blowinghe took my bra off before
grabbing my nippleshis hot mouth making me moan.I couldn't believe I just moaned because he was
sucking my nipple.Did I do that with Xavier?
Him:I am just getting started.
[REMOVED-FIND IT IN THE GROUP SBAJ PALACE]
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JULIO CAESAR
Me:What do you mean a whole container was retained?
Him:Someone told the police where to find it.
Me:Silva tell me somethingwhy did I hire you?
Him:To make sure nothing goes wrong?
Me:Now you and your team flew from Cape Town to tell me that one of my containers have been
retained because someone is a snitch.
Him: Yes sir.
Me:Blanco can I borrow your gun?
They looked scared.
Me:This is how we are going to do this you are going to take this gun and you are going all six
members of your team dead then shoot yourself.
Him:Sir we-
Me:Blanco make sure they do that and Manuel find me someone to get my container back intact or
this fucken South African police will be burying its members soon.
They stared behind me in surprise I turned to find Paris standing there embarassed because she
was only wearing my shirt whereas I was on my sweat pants.I stepped closer kissing her forehead.
Me:Aren't you just beautiful?
Her:Leave me alone.
Me: Give me a moment I will prepare you something to eat.
Her:Thank you.
They looked stunned by my behaviour.
Me:Blanco make sure they do what I want.Manuel I don't want to hear stories.
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JULIO CAESAR
Me:What do you mean a whole container was retained?
Him:Someone told the police where to find it.
Me:Silva tell me somethingwhy did I hire you?
Him:To make sure nothing goes wrong?
Me:Now you and your team flew from Cape Town to tell me that one of my containers have been
retained because someone is a snitch.
Him: Yes sir.
Me:Blanco can I borrow your gun?
They looked scared.
Me:This is how we are going to do this you are going to take this gun and you are going all six
members of your team dead then shoot yourself.
Him:Sir we-
Me:Blanco make sure they do that and Manuel find me someone to get my container back intact or
this fucken South African police will be burying its members soon.
They stared behind me in surprise I turned to find Paris standing there embarassed because she
was only wearing my shirt whereas I was on my sweat pants.I stepped closer kissing her forehead.
Me:Aren't you just beautiful?
Her:Leave me alone.
Me: Give me a moment I will prepare you something to eat.
Her:Thank you.
They looked stunned by my behaviour.
Me:Blanco make sure they do what I want.Manuel I don't want to hear stories.

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✓49.FINALE

JULIO CAESAR[6 MONTHS LATER]

Her:I am not saying you need to throw a party in order to celebrate your birthday.
Me:What am I suppose to do?
Her:Let me go with Blanco and I will show you when I come back.
Me:No.
Her:Why not?
She was lying on my chest as we laid on the couch watching a movie.Very cheesy right?After we
slept together she tried to avoid me but I didn't let her I was in too deep and I wasn't going to let her
slip between my fingers.
Me:Please stay here I love having you in my arms.
Her:You asked for it.Blanco!
He came running.
Him:What?
Her:My stomach hurts and I can't movehe doesn't want me to move.
I looked at her acting.Blanco pulled her up and brushed her stomach.
Him:Are you pregnant?
She paused and looked at himshe pushed him away.
Her:I was just removing him from me.
Him:What?
Me:She wants to go shopping for me.
The intercom rang.
Me:Yes?
Voice:Sir your family is here.
Me:What?
Voice:Yes Sir.
I looked at Paris who looked stunned.
Me:Let them in.
Now I didn't know how this was going to play outParis was here with me in Cape Town and none of
them knew.
Them: Happy birthday!
I just chuckled as they sang our relationship was improving well they didn't know it was all because
of Paris.
Liam:Paris hi.
Everyone looked at her shocked to see herwell this is going to be the longest weekend of my life.
Mom:I didn't know that you were here.
Me:So Paris you were saying?
She looked at me confused.
Blanco:The shopping.
Her:Where are my shoes?
Me:Here.
Everyone looked at us confusedas if on cue Xavier drives in with his wheelchair.
Him:Paris?
She literally looked at him like a normal person.
Her:Oh hey Xavier please let me pass I have some shopping to do.
Paula:For the birthday boy?I am coming.
Actually all the women literally decided to all leave.
Dad:Are you and Paris in a relationship?
Me: For the past thirteen months.
Him:What?I didn't take you serious the first time I thought you were joking.
Me:Why would I joke with you?
Dad:Caesar no.
Me:It is the truth.
Him:Paris just jumped from brother to brother.
Me:The last person who said something close to that laid in hospital for a month I don't think you
want to lose your hands.
Him:I am in this wheelchair because of youGrace was sent by you.
Me:So I also sent you two feelings for each other?
Dad:Can we calm down?
Me:Oh no I want to hear him shift the blame to me.Did I also send you the mentality to use
women?Why are you quiet brother?You lost Paris on your ownon the same day she needed you the
most you cheated on her.I made you do that?
Him:My life would have been better if you didn't send that psychopath.
Me:Yeah I did now what are you going to do about it?
Him:I should have hunted you like the dog you and killed you damn it.
Me:Says the pussy stuck on a wheelchair for the rest of his life you are selfish brother.You cheat and
expect women to forgive you but when they do that to you I mean you don't even consider listening
to them.Unlike you I own up to my mistakes.
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PARIS
Sofia:So you and Caesar?
Me:Um.
Paula:I don't care what my brothers do I don't care if they marry the same girl but I love this child
here.
MrsVorcan:My only worry is Xavier's reaction towards this.
Maria:He ruined everything by himself Ma you can't keep condoning his behaviour.He cheated on a
woman he said he loveddamn we believed him.What if Paris's real soulmate is Caesar?And in order
for them to find each other was through Xavier?
Sofia:I mean look at me for example I dated the nephew and ended up marrying the uncle.We can't
avoid the people we are meant to end up.
MrsVorcan:Julio is a trained assassin and Xavier acts blindly when angry.
Paula:Let them kill each other then.
We got everything we wanted before going back to the house.Xavier sat in silenceJulio looked
pissed and everyone looked uncomfortable.I went to the kitchen trying to avoid this issue.
Him:There is no way that you love my brother you are just getting back at me.
Me:Really? You think what I am doing is to hurt you?My life didn't end with you Xavier.
Him:Explain thiswhy him?
Me:I realised a lot of things with him I noticed you never loved me Xavier.
Him:I loved you!
Me:You didn't even blink twice before cheating on me on Christmas daythen you lie to my face.You
know what is worse?You told your sisters that I blocked youthen you lie to my face.You know what is
worse?You told your sisters that I blocked youXavier you didn't even apologize what you did to
me.You thought I would come back asking why but I didn't.I know what my sister went through after
begging a man.You did me wrong not me.
Him:I love you.
Me:That is funny Xavier you want to destroy me more you just cannot let me be like you never
existed.If your brother cheats too I won't be asking no questions I will leave him too.
Him:You cannot date him!You can go for anyone else but not him.
Me:Why not him?
Him:I know what I did wrong Paris I regret it and I was wrong for hurting you like that.I love you I
really do and I can't bear the thought of you with my brotherit can be anyone just not him.
Me:You sound selfish and entitled Xavier your brother deserve to be happy too.I thank the Lord for
giving me strength to stay far from youdamn you are not the man I thought you were.You are truly a
jackal in a suit conniving and manipulativeif something goes wrong for youno one else should get it
right.
I packed everything ignoring him.I was about to pass him when he grabbed my hand.
Him:I am really sorry Paris.
Me:You know it is a little too lateget your hands off me.
Julio walked inhe let go before wheeling himself back to the lounge.
Julio:You good?
Me:No.
He hugged me I took a deep breath and leaned on his chest.
Julio:Now?
Me:Close.
Julio:You are behaving like a child.
Me:Not my fault.
Julio:Guilty as charged.
Me:You are fortydamn you old.
Julio:We should get married.
Me:We should be getting married.
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Everything was less tense nowXavier did talk here and there.We all sat chatting in the dining room.
Julio:I would like to take this moment to thank you all for coming here.This has been a long journey
for everyone and we are still learning to be around each other.I had my own therapist all these
months making me realise that falling in love was beautiful.Yes I know how Xavier loved her and I
am sorry for falling for her I can't imagine a day without her.She is my strength and pillarshe made
me see life in a different way.The age is something that I don't worry about the love I have for her is
beyond this world.Come here.
I got up and stood next to him.
Julio:I don't want you to think you have to choose between me and my brother I know you love me
purely.Today I want to go on my knees and ask for your hand in marriage.
I froze trying to understand what was going on.
Me:Yes.
I whispered making everyone laugh.
Xavier:Can I say something?I am really sorry for every word I have said each thing I have done I
realised right now that she is more happy with you.Clearly I wasn't the one her guardian sent her to
help.I am really sorry.
He was crying which shocked all of us.

EPILOGUE
✓50.EPILOGUE

PARIS[15 YEARS LATER]

Hayle:You found your happily ever after Mrs Vorcan.
Lesedi:Can I grow up and be like you?
Zayn:So Mam you are saying cheats if someone you should let them go?
Hayle:Come on Zayn you were not raped you opened the girl's thighs with your eyes working just
fine.
Bobo:So Mrs Vorcan do angels exist?
Xabiso: Actually Mrs Vorcan I admire you for the fact that you managed to stand up for yourself.
Greg:X noshe won't like you.
Zayn:Mrs Vorcan is married.
Faith:You have no shame hitting on your teacher!
They started arguing while I laughed.
Me:Okay guys we have few minutes before school endslet me say this.Stand true to who you are
and you won't have to change yourself to please someone else.In this world not everyone is here to
do good some are here to destroy you.Do not keep quiet that is why I gave you my numberhiding
pain will destroy you.Thinking you are alone is the worst mentality you could ever have.I am here for
each and one of you.Now the school is out.
Them:Goodbye Mrs Vorcan.
Me:Bobo please help me with the books.
Bobo:Yes Mam.
We walked out to my car and put the books on the back seat.
Me:Thank you my love.
Bobo:Welcome Mam.
Me:Here I want you to buy yourself airtime.
Bobo:This is two hundred rands Mam!
Me:I know.Bye.
She looked stunned.
Me:Call me anytime of the day or night.
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I park my car outside before getting inside.
Me:I am home!
Lina:Mommy I need to talk to you.
Julian:Lina stop harrassing Mom she's tired.
Me:You guys where is my prince?
Lina:Mom Julian ate his porridge along with Dad.
Me:What?
Julian:Dad said it was nice and you promised not to tell.
Lina:Well too bad.
Julian:Such a bad sister.
Me:Julio Caesar!Where is my baby!
Lina:He is in a meeting with him in the dining room.
I walked in the dining room to find three men with Julio and baby Brandon on his arm.
Him:Mama!
Me: Gentlemen.Baby.
I pick him up and look at Julio.
Julio:I did not do whatever they said I did.
Me:What are you talking about?
Julio:Oh no!LinaI thought she said she was going to report.
Me:And she did.You ate my child's porridge
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I understand why I always have to buy it all the time.Baby did Daddy eat your food?
Him:With Julio they said that I was full.
We burst out laughing.
Me:He is going to buy pizza.
Julio: Gentlemen we will talk.
They get up and leave.Julio kisses me.
Me:What?
Julio:I missed you and kids are stress your fourteen years old Julian asked about sex your eleven
years old asked about periods.And this one has been screaming his lungs out saying he doesn't
want me as his babysitter.Can I not pick them up ever again?
Me: You always say that yet you wake up in the morning and take them to school and you pick them
up late you complain when I arrive.
Julio:They are stressful but I don't want to miss one single thing in their lives I want them to know
that I am here.
Lina:I love you Daddy and Mommy.
Julian:I love you MomDad we're cool.
Julio:I love you too Mama's boy.
We hug each other in silence.Here was my happily ever after.I fell too many times but I got up and
fought.My name is Bathabile Paris Vorcan and this was my story.
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