Must Read: A SECOND CHANCE - Season 1 - Episode 14

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Must Read: A SECOND CHANCE - Season 1 - Episode 14

‘who is Alice?’ Tony asked
‘oh! She is my wonderful cousin’ Ansa announced.
‘really?’
‘yes. She is coming with her son i guess. Today is saturday right? No school’ Ansa said sipping his red label.
‘where is her husband?’ Tony asked. It was strange for him to ask such a question, he knew.
Ansa shook his head ‘she’s got none’
Tony was about sipping his drink but he dropped the cup
‘what? Then how come she has a son?’
‘well, its such a long and pathetic story. Her fiance died a week to their wedding. It was after his death, she knew she was pregnant.’ Ansa narrated
‘wow! I can imagine how she felt’
‘really, i tried my possible best to comfort her, but it was impossible. She was miserable’
‘hmmm’ Tony sighed
‘i pity her but she must have gotten over it by now. I mean she must have gotten re-married’
Ansa only chuckled ‘Alice doesnt want to get married. We have all tried convincing her all through. She isnt giving it a second thought. We are tired.’
‘thats not good. She needs to remarry’
Ansa laughed ‘what about you? Are you planning on marrying again?’
‘i am a man Ansa. She is a lady. There’s a huge difference you know. I can choose to get married anytime of my life and i will see someone. But she’s a lady. And time wont wait for her. By the way, how old is she?’
’29.’
‘she’s not that young again.’
‘forget about Alice, lets talk about you. Who is the lady that you are currently?’ Ansa asked.
Tony looked up ‘none’
‘really? But you just broke up with one right?’
‘not really. I havent dated since Naomi passed away

******

Alice dressed up in a blue-green tight gown which made her look sexy. She applied a little make-up and she was ready to go.
Felix was waiting patiently for his mother. Felix was cute just like his father and intelligent.
Alice and Felix left the house holding hands and chatting like long lost friends. If not for Felix’s age and size, one would have thought they were in a relationship. A black camry pulled up before them. Gilbert came down and rushed to where they were.
‘you again?’ Alice asked as the memories of last time flashed through her. She felt a great urge to slap him but contained herself.
‘Alice, i was on my way to your house’ Gilbert said with a smile as he looked at the curious eyes of Felix.
‘havent i told you never to come close to me again? Stay away from me, jerk!’ Alice said angrily.
‘Alice, if it was about last time, i’m so sorry. Forgive me, i lost my temper.’
‘to hell with you and your apology. Be reminded that this is a public place and my son is also here. Do you want to be embarrassed?’ Alice said
‘i am so sorry Alice. You know i love you. I never meant to hurt you’ Gilbert said as he went on his knees not minding the busy street. People walked past and spoke in hush tones. Alice was embarrased.
‘i am so sorry Alice. Pardon me’
Felix raised a brow. Alice was angry. She didnt want this. She dragged Felix along but Gilbert stopped her, dragging her to his arms. Alice pushed him away, raising her hands to slap but her hands stopped midway.
‘Gilbert, what part of stay away from me, dont you understand? For your information, i am going on a date. I wont let you spoil the moment. Leave me alone!’

She walked away as briskly as she can, boarded a taxi and drove away.
‘mother, who was that uncle?’ Felix asked.
Alice forced a smile.
‘its no one. Forget about him.’
‘okay,where are we going to?’
‘its a surprise’
******
‘really, Tony you and Maria are something else. I cant imagine that you two dont want progress in your…….’.
Ansa’s phone rang and he picked it up and after speaking for awhile, hung up.
‘Alice and her son is here.’