[Ayanda's pov 🎀]

Kwenzo takes out my phone and hands it to me.

Me: My phone?

I take it, but I'm genuinely surprised. Why is he giving me this. I could call the police. It's not like I'm gonna do it because I'm in love with it, but he doesn't know that, right? Wait... my thoughts are disturbed by Kwenzo saying—

Kwenzo: I thought about what you said earlier, and I want you to have your freedom. The rest will take some time, but you can have this.

I don't even think about it, I just run to him and wrap my arms around his neck. I can see that he's taken aback by my sudden actions, but he wraps his arms around my waist, and they relax on my butt.

Me: Thank you so much.

Kwenzo: Welcome, but remember, say nothing about–

Me: Where I am, or what happened, I know. I won't, I promise

Kwenzo: Good. Tomorrow, Matthew will drive us to the man who designs the outfits for everything. Then later take us to the bridal store to design your wedding dress for the white wedding so make sure that you're ready.

Me: Wait, we actually gonna get married, like for real? Like for life?

Kwenzo: I know this isn't exactly how either of us pictured it... but yeah. For the record, I kinda like the idea of being married to you.

Before I could respond, he left the room. This is it. This is how I'm gonna spend the rest of my life actually loving someone without them feeling the same for me. But wait, he said he loves the idea of getting married to ME?! I get back to making my dessert. Should I continue making dessert for him??? Neh. I then go to the living room to eat my dessert.

Have you ever wondered why they call it a living room. 🤔 I know my thoughts are stupid, but why? Anyway, I take my phone unlock it and text my mom. She must be worried sick...

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Mummy ♾️💖

Me: Hey, Mommy. I'm sorry I didn't call. I've been really busy the last few days. Hope you're well. I'll come by when I can. Love you 💖

Mum: My baby❤️. Where have you been. I'm going to video call you now!

Me: Sorry, mum. The network here is really bad. And I don't have data. I'll explain everything soon.

End of chat

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I should also text Zamo because she was the last person to see me .

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Bestie 💕

Me: Heyy bestie 😘. Hope you are well. I'm sure you have no one to gossip with😂. I hope work is not hectic because without me, you are for sure going to bite their heads off😂😂. Just know I miss you so much and that I'll be back soon. Love you 😍 💗

Zamo: Girl!!! Where have you been. ??! Crazy shit went down here. And yes, I almost bit Linda's head off😂😂 she gets on my nerves😡😡.[ her boss ] Also, everyone has been saying you're missing and probably dead by now.

Me: No. I'm good. I just need some time away from everything 😩. Don't worry about me.

End of chat

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I just finished my dessert, and I'm glad that my best friend and mum are okay.

The next day

We just arrived at the bridal store. The other outfits are all sorted. The lady takes my measurements, and we start looking at the other dresses. I picked out five that I like now. I have to choose which one I want out of all the dresses.

Matthew: Ekse (yo), can we speed this up. We don't have all day.

StoreLady: Of course. Let me go fetch the dresses for her to try on, then we done

She's so annoying. I wish my mom and Zamo were here, Kwenzo's uncles are going to send the letter to my mom next week Saturday. Ukuthi , why don't they do it now? I also don't know. I actually miss my mom soooo much. I want her to be here with me to help me choose my dress. I wish my dad could see me walk down the aisle or give Kwenzo trouble. He always said he doesn't want anything lower than 10 billion rand and 1000 cows for my lobola 😂 I feel tears run down my cheek and quickly wipe them away.

Kwenzo: Are you okay?

He sounds genuine

Me: Yeah

I look down, and he pulls me into his embrace

Kwenzo: Hey.... ucabangani (what are you thinking about )

Me: it's nothing

Kwenzo: Are you sure?

I just nodded. Then Kwenzo's phone rang. He looked at the caller ID and then let out a heavy sigh.

Kwenzo: I need to take. I'll be back.

I nod again, and I watch as he walks out of the store. I'm left alone with Matthew, and I realize that I haven't spoken to him since I knocked him out.

Me: Matthew, I'm–

Matthew: Sorry for almost murdering me? Nah, don't apologize. I wouldn't want to be stuck with his ass for longer than necessary, either.

Me: So you're not mad at me.

Matthew: I was prepared to shoot you in the hospital. I'm hardly gonna make judgments. It hurt a little, though not gonna lie.

Me: Is he always like that?

Matthew: Honestly? He's usually a lot worse. He's... different with you.

Me: different. How?

Matthew: it's hard to explain. But you'll see.

Me: Okay. I'm gonna call you Matt. Your name is too long. Wait, can I call you.

Matthew: Sure, no problem

I offer him a small smile, and he smiles back. The lady came back.

StoreLady: ready to try on your dresses.

Me: Yeah. Can't wait...

Matt laughs as the lady skips to the changing room.

Matt: she's super annoying.

I just let out a laugh. Shaking my head.

StoreLady: Are you ready to get started?

Me: Yeah

StoreLady: Let's try on first!

...........

I just finished trying on all the dresses, and I've narrowed it down to two. I'm now wearing my clothes. Kwenzo walks in with Matt behind him.

Kwenzo: So Doc, which dress do you prefer?

Before I could speak, the lady said...

StoreLady: she's narrowed it down to two dresses, but she can't decide which one she wants.

Kwenzo: Take the two that she wants. My fiancée can then decide later on. And throw in any accessories that may go with the dresses.

My jaw is mopping the ground

StoreLady: Okay, let me pack the dress. I'll be right there.

Kwenzo and Matt go to the till.

StoreLady: Come with me!

Me: What? Where we're going, I thought we were done–

She just pulls me towards the staff door and then to the back exit that leads to the back gate, which leads to the streets.

Me: Whoa! Whoa! Can you slow down? Who are y—?

StoreLady: I'm an undercover cop. Your mom called the police once you'd been gone for two months.

That's a lie. My mom would have called the cops in two days. And I haven't been missing for two months.

StoreLady: Once I told my unit where you were and that you were safe, they went to pick up your mom, and she's in the back of that black car. Right now.

Lies!! My mom would've ran out of the car the second she saw me.

StoreLady: What are you waiting for? Go! Go!!

Me: I think I left so...

StoreLady: You make a sound you're dead.

She takes out her gun and points it at my head and drags me to the car, opens the door, pushes me in, and goes to the passenger seat. The driver turns on the car and speeds off. I look back and see Kwenzo running out of the gate and shooting at the car tires. His figure is smaller and smaller in the distance.

Me: Where are you'll taking me?

She looks back and smiles

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