SHE’S STUBBORN HE’S ARROGANT
STELLA
"...the test is positive. Congratulations ma'am, you're five days pregnant" he said cheerfully.
I stared at him gob smacked.
Oh my God!
I am pregnant just like I hoped for!
A huge smile appeared on my face.
The doctor handed me the paper and glanced at it.
POSITIVE.
I put the paper in my bag and zipped up.
"Thank you doctor, I'll be on my way now" I said as I stood on my feet.
"Congratulations" he said again and I nodded before leaving.
I was excessively happy about the news.
And I was worried for nothing. I walked through the hallway at the hospital with my arms folded.
Jeremy.
How do I tell him about it?
I think I shouldn't just yet...
Hm...
Since Jeremy will be returning late, I'll go shopping and have a great time all by myself
I left the hospital and got into my car. I drove to the mall playing one of my favorite songs.
I took some money from my purse before going into the mall. I took a shopping cart and went straight to the vegetable section.
Since I am pregnant, I think I need to watch what I eat from now on.
I took three big cabbages and dropped them in the cart.
I gathered other veggies before going to get yoghurts and more milk.
I took some ice cream too.
YVONNE
"Tristan...can...can I talk to you?" I asked, walking into his bedroom.
He glanced at me and looked away.
"I'm busy" he muttered.
"I just wanted to ask you about the 2 million dollars in my bank account...it's...it's gone" I said feeling scared that he'll get angry.
"I took it.. So?" He asked and I flinched.
"But that's my money. All of it is not even mine. Some belong to my friend, Alex. You should have told me before withdrawing my money!" I rasped.
He flared up.
"Are you saying!? That I shouldn't have touched your money! Since when did I become someone else!?" He yelled.
Seriously?
"Tristan!" I rasped.
"Fu×k off!" He yelled and left the room.
I stared at him so shocked.
Unbelievable.
STELLA
I was on my way home when my phone rang.
Ohh...Kelvin.
I answered his call.
"What's up bestie?" I asked, remembering the good times we shared.
"S...Stella" he muttered.
"Kelvin, are you alright?. Your voice sounds shallow. What's wrong with you?" I was concerned.
He really doesn't sound fine.
"It..hurts..but don't worry" he mumbled and that's when I realized he's really sick.
"Kelvin, hold on. Am coming over!" I rasped and turned the car around.
The weather was cloudy but I really want to know Kelvin's wellbeing.
He was my best friend.
What if he's terribly ill and there's nobody to help him.
I sped up the car.
JEREMY
The meeting is over but another one will be taking place tonight. I was watching the news and the caster said there's a storm. coming.
Heavy rain!
I have to tell Stella to wear something cozy before she catches a cold.
I can't believe I care for her so much.
I dialed her number.
Huh...
She's not picking up.
Why???
STELLA
By the time I arrived at Kelvin's street, it was raining so much.
I parked in front of his house and rushed into the house.
I gasped on seeing Kelvin on the floor.
He looked pale...sick!
I rushed to him and knelt beside him. I felt his temperature. So hot.
"Have you taken drugs?" I asked him curiously.
He nodded weakly.
"It hurts. The drug won't stop...the pain" he muttered and I felt so much pity for him.
I went to the kitchen and boiled water for him.
"Have you eaten?" I asked him.
He shook his head.
"I can't stand," he muttered.
I nodded and went to the kitchen. I checked the cupboards and shelf taking ingredients for a simple macaroni and cheese.
It's getting dark outside.
I was done cooking and dished the meal for him. I dropped the plate beside him.
I guess I'll have to feed him too.
I turned on the television and tuned to a news channel.
They were talking about the rain.
...AND AS IT LOOKS NOW, THE ROAD HAS BEEN BLOCKED BY THE AUTHORITIES AND EVERYONE SHOULD STAY INDOORS FOR THE NIGHT. I REPEAT, THE ROADS HAVE BEEN BLOCKED. NO. MOVEMENT TONIGHT CAUSE THERE'S A STORM COMING.
The newscaster emphasized.
I gasped.
The roads have been blocked
I'll...I'll have to spend the night here??
Jeremy...
He's not going to like this one bit.
I am so dead.