Novels by Lola, Julia, Igho

Ever sat down wondering what your "big day"would be like?That's what I was almost doing when my name boomed from across the room that Saturday morning. Of course it was my sister's wedding day. She was so tensed up that I felt the same way for her. If there's such a thing as one being worried on another's behalf then I was in that position. It was 9am and we were supposed to be at the church by 10am for the service but someone spent her morning getting all emotional cuddling with mum who was comforting her.I had never seen her that way before.Wedding jitters are sure scaryDad came in as mom beckoned him to, while she was snuggled up against my sister."Having second thoughts?" He asked with an arched eyebrow in a cold tone that sent shivers down my spine, I'm sure the same happened to Laila as she sat up immediately wiping her tears

The house was bustling with activity that Thursday morning, I was trying to not be languid in any activity I engaged myself as I hardly had any sleep the previous night."Aunty Lola, grandma said you should come and keep some fried meat for grandpa" Tobi said to me eagerly, he was obviously excited about the errand as he would have a taste of the delicacy."Oh" I groaned inwardly,Where do they want me to put it now?It was like my nephew had read my thoughts"She said you should put inside this cooler" Ayo jumped out of nowhere startling me"And put it in their bedroom" Arinola completedIt's like you people practiced this thingI frowned at the thought of climbing the stairs over and over again. I was exasperated already"Thank you for dropping the message, run along now"

"Good day sir" Grey greeted dad prostrating. There was a plastered smile on his face, I could tell it was because of the lady by his side. He isn't exactly cold as Travis but he's not very jovial, in fact, none of us were jovial when it came to Dad.Sad... Isn't it? "My son, how are you?"Seriously though, he has to call him "my son"?Does he have to do everything to spite Travis?God epp us o..."I'm fine Dad"Mum came in just before Dad could say anything else, with a small smile playing on her lips."Mummy good afternoon" Grey said still with that plastered smileWhat's doing this one? all because of woman, mtcheww"Femi..." Mum called languidly, she looked tired. Who wouldn't? Planning

"Titilola, Tolani, Tana ooo!"Who's shouting laidis na?Oh shoot! It was 9am! And all three of us were snuggled up in bed. Mummy would have our heads on a plate except for Laila thoughLemme do and become bride too..."Yes mummy!" I squealed.The speech will not finish today"Is this how you'll act in your husband's house? "That one would be more of Laila's question than mine and Tana's"My friend! Would you people hurry up and get down here!!" My mum screamed from downstairsI'm sure her lungs would have hurt after that statement.Nigerian mothers!I found my self scurrying on my heels into the bathroom to freshen and prepare for the days work.I stopped at the bathroom door just as I was about

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤So... Before we knew it, we found ourselves the Greggs mansion. The place was getting really busy already.Wedding wahalaI groaned inside of me as I thought of all the teasing I would get, with everyone wanting me to get married. I was sure, they'd start asking for my boyfriend in fact.Typical of Nigerians to poke their noses into other people's business.No one ever asked Grey about marriage because he's a guy and according to them, He's just 29. Seriously though, that's unfair. He's free to have all the wild fun while I have to pestered, almost on a daily basis about my relationship status.I'm just 24 nau!Tanya's parents never put pressure on her for anything. But in my family it's the exact opposite, they coerced us into doing almost everything concerning our lives. Rebellion would be a major struggle but I was con

It's finally Saturday!oh what a feeling!No work, just chores.. Ugh"Wait for it... In three, two, one.... ""Tolani!!,Titilola!!" Mummy screamed our names simultaneously.The countdown was me waiting for that call along with Laila. Mummy couldn't sit with the fact that we we didn't have anything doing, as we had finished up our chores for the morning.But it is typical of Nigerian mothers to dig up house chores at the slightest hint of inactivity from her children.Trust me it's exhausting to have her around."Coming mummy!" Laila yelled pulling me along with her, down the stairs.#Sister goals, I know right"Ehen, it's good you're here" Mom said, "I just fixed an appointment with the person who'll design your dress, she said she'll be here next Thursday, so you might have to leave w

I woke up feeling refreshed by the next day. Being open minded and positive about how my day was going to be, I stepped into the shower, humming to different tunes as the water pelted my skin. The refreshing feeling made me not want to step out of thereKukuma sleep there ode...A laugh eluded my lips as the thought slipped out of my subconscious self.I picked out a pink chiffon top with a pair of blue jeans and put them on shortly afterwards. I had barely touched my phone, so I swiftly ransacked my bag surreptitiously hoping that my dad had called or texted begging me to come home but I knew better than to expect that. He was a hard hearted man after all. No calls from mum or any of my siblings. Thinking of siblings, I hadn't heard from my newly married sister, she was probably too occupied in her honeymoon to give me a call and I didn't want to bother her with my issues.I walked

I heard the cars drive in while I was sprawled on my bed, lost in thoughts as usual. The benign breeze brushing across my face, I tucked my hair behind my ears as I sat up on my bed, debating within myself whether or not I should step out of the room to meet with my menacing parents or wait for them to come to me. I didn't have to ponder on that for much longer as I soon heard a tap on the door."Come in" I said quickly adjusting things that were in place already, out of habit. The door opened to reveal my mum."Good evening mummy" I greeted"Evening Lola, your dad is calling for you" I nodded quicklyShe could have just sent Martha to call me, why did she have to come herself?Those were my thoughts before my mum interjected"Now Lola" She reminded and I responded by getting up abruptly. I followed her in tow as she walked down

It was dark already and the ride home was silent. I was nervous to go in my parents vehicle so I rode with Grey and Igho. Tana had gone with her parents, they didn't want her in the middle any family drama. They obviously understood my family issues.She left with them after speaking to me with soothing words"Las las we go dey alright" She said reassuring me I almost chuckled at the thought but I was too tired to do that.The ride home was filled with uncomfortable silence, it sent cold chills down my spineWe arrived sooner than I had expected, and I gulped as I stepped out of the vehicle. I had removed my shoes earlier and put on a pair of fancy slippers that were more comfortable.My parents had arrived much earlier than we had and I walked into the living room after Grey and Igho. My father was speaking to someone over the phone which was most probably a well wishe

Ever sat down wondering what your "big day"would be like?That's what I was almost doing when my name boomed from across the room that Saturday morning. Of course it was my sister's wedding day. She was so tensed up that I felt the same way for her. If there's such a thing as one being worried on another's behalf then I was in that position. It was 9am and we were supposed to be at the church by 10am for the service but someone spent her morning getting all emotional cuddling with mum who was comforting her.I had never seen her that way before.Wedding jitters are sure scaryDad came in as mom beckoned him to, while she was snuggled up against my sister."Having second thoughts?" He asked with an arched eyebrow in a cold tone that sent shivers down my spine, I'm sure the same happened to Laila as she sat up immediately wiping her tears

The house was bustling with activity that Thursday morning, I was trying to not be languid in any activity I engaged myself as I hardly had any sleep the previous night."Aunty Lola, grandma said you should come and keep some fried meat for grandpa" Tobi said to me eagerly, he was obviously excited about the errand as he would have a taste of the delicacy."Oh" I groaned inwardly,Where do they want me to put it now?It was like my nephew had read my thoughts"She said you should put inside this cooler" Ayo jumped out of nowhere startling me"And put it in their bedroom" Arinola completedIt's like you people practiced this thingI frowned at the thought of climbing the stairs over and over again. I was exasperated already"Thank you for dropping the message, run along now"

"Good day sir" Grey greeted dad prostrating. There was a plastered smile on his face, I could tell it was because of the lady by his side. He isn't exactly cold as Travis but he's not very jovial, in fact, none of us were jovial when it came to Dad.Sad... Isn't it? "My son, how are you?"Seriously though, he has to call him "my son"?Does he have to do everything to spite Travis?God epp us o..."I'm fine Dad"Mum came in just before Dad could say anything else, with a small smile playing on her lips."Mummy good afternoon" Grey said still with that plastered smileWhat's doing this one? all because of woman, mtcheww"Femi..." Mum called languidly, she looked tired. Who wouldn't? Planning