#GOOD_GIRL_BAD_GIRL “The Story Of A Runs Girl†– Episode 28
As September unfurled, all the plans in their
lives seemed to be happening the way they
wanted it. Plans were made for Omote’s mother to
join Tega in Canada, as she and Cheta were
expecting their first child. Omote and Roland had gotten a Visa for their
honeymoon trip to Laplaya Beach and Golf
resort, Naples, Florida. Their traditional wedding was three days
away. Omote had started becoming nervous. “Is everything ready for the big day?â€
Isioma asked delightedly. “Yes.†Omote replied softly. They were in Roland’s large sitting room.
Isioma had left her house early that morning
with her son to go help Omote pack for the
village. “I have something for you.†Isioma said. Her son handed over a small portable box,
while she gave it to Omote. “This is from us to you.†she said in soft
whispers. Omote gently got the box and tried
to open it hastily. Little Roland helped her in
clicking the box open. Omote’s eyes widened as the sight of the
gold colour Indian wrapper caught her eyes.
She was amazed. “Aweeeeee…..Isioma, you gave me a
husband and then this?†she said in a quiet
and tremulous voice. Isioma stared at her with a beamed smile. Omote took a breath and squeezed her
hands, then held the wrapper. “This must
have cost you a lot.†she said, as she placed
the wrapper on her body. “Thank you.†she said in broken whispers,
and then stood to hug her friend tightly. “My son and I will be leaving for Florida
after your wedding. I will sell out the shop. I
am tired of this country. I really want to
spend special time with him in a brand new
place.†Isioma said boldly. “What a coincidence!†Omote exclaimed.
†That’s our honeymoon location! Roland
has a house in Florida and we will be staying
there after we leave Naples.†Omote said
excitedly. “You see? We were meant to be friends
forever.†Isioma said excitedly. The two
women laughed out loud in union and started
packing for the Village. : : The most memorable day of Omote and
Roland’s life came, and even the birds of
the air sang tremendously, until the canopies
were set and the DJ began to roll some
traditional music into the air. Invitees began to troop in with their cars. It
was one of the biggest traditional wedding
ever held in Omote’s village, and even the
villagers were marveled. Isioma was right beside Omote all the while,
while Roland was with his friends, father,
mother and uncle Akporo drinking palm wine
and eating roasted goat meat. Boisterous
laughter was heard from were they were
seated. There was joy and excitement in the air as a
black jeep drove into the compound. Tega stepped out with her protruded belly.
Omote screamed and ran towards her,
hugging her so passionately. “I thought you wouldn’t make it?†“I wanted to surprise you.†Tega said
softly. Her mother ran passed everyone and
hugged Tega so firmly. “Mama, I will be taking you along with me
after the traditional marriage.†She said
delightedly. “Who will take care of the goats and my
market?†“Ah mama, we can pay someone to do
that.†Omote said, as he hugged her sister
firmly again. She placed her face playfully on
Tega’s stomach. “It’s your Aunty’s big
day!†Everyone laughed as Tega began to hug
Isioma, Roland and then hailed the village
women in their native dialect. The Marriage ceremony started at about
6pm, and Omote could not wait to make her
first bridal dance to her husband. Marriage rites were conducted and Omote
was finally allowed to see the face of her
Roland. She danced out elegantly,
accompanied by Isioma and some young
maidens. Just then the fireworks began to rain
brilliantly from the sky. The arbor reflected
the colors, red, blue and gold, bright as day
one moment and dark again the next. Omote
had jumped when the first volley went off,
but Roland wrapped her in his arms. They whole village were marvelled, as they’ve
not seen something like that before. Roland suddenly swept her into his arms, as
they kissed so passionately. It was a kiss
that sealed their love forever. : THE END!!!
