1.30am June 1, 1991
Femi was beside himself with fear and desperation. His wife, Morenike was lying on the mat groaning in terrible pain. She was in labor in the middle of the night and they were stuck on farm, deep inside Okiki forest, miles away from the village and anyone who could help. Femi could only hold her, letting her squeeze his hands painfully as each contraction gripped her. He watched her slender frame writhe, watched tears and sweat pour down her face and felt as useless and as helpless as never before. Was she going to die? He knew nothing about childbirth! He held her close, trying not to weep, he squeezed his eyes shut and prayed silently in his heart. "Dear God, if you are out there watching, please help us, don't let Morenike die, please bring forth our little one safely, we waited so long for this". A gentle breeze began to blow into the hot little hut. Femi opened his eyes and noticed the moon inching slowly out from under a heavy cloud, gradually changing the pitch-black night into a beautiful moonlit night. Despite the ongoing drama and dilemma, Femi stared up at the skies wondering what was happening. The moon wasn't due out and certainly not this full until 2 weeks time! He gradually became aware that his wife had calmed down and was breathing more steadily. "Morenike my love, are you alright?" he asked. "I suddenly feel so much better and I'm so grateful for the reprieve but I don't understand how come I feel so good when the contractions should be increasing" she replied, looking simultaneously relieved and perplexed.
6.30pm June 1, 2018:
It was Diana's 27th birthday and she was out with her friends and having an amazing time. She looked absolutely gorgeous and the contrast of long black hair against her flowing white ball gown was a sight to behold. She was quite used to receiving admiring looks from both guys and ladies and today was no different. She was however acutely aware of Richard's dark and compelling gaze on her all day. His eyes had been calling her but she resisted the urge to go sit with him and instead chose to mingle with other guests. Her phone rang stridently and she knew it was her Mum calling. She stepped away from her dancing friends and pressed the phone to her ear. "Diana, you must return home as fast as you can!", said her Mum. "The moon will be out soon and you know what that means dear". Her parents had named her Diana after the goddess of the moon, hunting and virginity because they were convinced that the goddess had visited them on the day she was born. "I will be home soon Mum, please don't worry" said Diana as she dropped the call. She went back to her friends and told them she had to leave. They didn't want her to, but they were used to her eccentric parents' curfews. They would continue the party without the birthday girl and they didn't mind. Diana said her goodbyes to her guests and turned to leave only to find Richard standing in her way. Her heart skipped a beat as she looked up at him smiling down at her. She couldn't resist smiling shyly back at him. He was so handsome and so much of a gentleman. She had been deeply attracted to him since the first time they met on her 26th birthday last year and she knew he felt pretty much the same for her. "Why do you always have to leave so early birthday girl?" he asked. "Can't you stay a little longer today? I have been wanting to talk to you" he said. Diana knew in her heart what he wanted to talk about. They couldn't be in any kind of close proximity without intense chemistry filling the air. Everyone knew they liked each other and they were all just waiting for them to get together formally. "I'm sorry Richard, I really have to go now" said Diana.
To be continued....
I really love this....
She is my typical girl. I’ll wait on for the rest of it.
Really? Wow! Plsssssss tell me more about your kind of girl. Maybe I can use it in the next part. I need inspiration @tomilolafadipe
She could have her way but she rather respect her parents. I would do the same.
See, freelance lovey dovey is sweeter. They are feeling the breeze. Richard seem as though he could make Diana deviate from the routine. She needs to be calm and upkeep. She likes it tough eventhough she’s soft.
Leads on to some kinda inner conflict. But she’s a bright light, they always find their way to shine.
This also depends on her dad. His temperament will particularly determine how it plays out.
Awwwwn I love the husband and wife story. I felt as though it was real. Thank God Morenike didn't die.
Glad you liked it. You didn't really like the idea of Diana glowing right?
That's because he only glanced the beginning. He didn't read it. It's annoying.
Chai! I didn't think about it that [email protected] you oo
You are good!. Carefully chosen words, beautiful lines and amazing theme. This is good. I need a moon girl to light me up hahaha.
I love that chemistry part though covers face.
I can't wait for the next part. I really enjoyed this. I am coming for some lessons. You still owe me one.
Ha! I do owe you a lesson oo! Chai...Will do it tonight. Forgive me for the delay darling.
You have a moon girl already na, so what else are you looking for...lol...as for chemistry...You are already love's chemical content so you've got that in abundance!
Lmao!. Don't i just love you!!!.
This Is a touching story, parents surfers before children come to the world and that's why we should take good care of them.
You meant "suffer" right? I agree. Thanks bruv!
You made me remember those days when grandma used to tell us stories at night under the moon 🌙
Lol, my Grandma used to do the same for us too. Oh! those were fantastic times! Thanks @fatherfaith!
Amazing thanks for sharing. So much chemistry in here
@willywealth, lol...don't mind them. Thanks for reading!
Very interesting, i love the set up...awesome
Thanks a lot @mistakili...I was a little worried that people wouldn't like the story line.
It is a very unusual one, and that exactly is the spice my friend, i look forward to the next one. Fantastic
Thanks baby..i will do my best not to disappoint
Awwwwnn, Im enjoying the story.
This is awesome.
@raretreasure, I'm so glad to hear that. Thanks a lot!
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Arrrgghhh...this shouldn't end na!! Lol. Wow, such beautiful writing there ma. Can't wait to see the end of this. Upvoted and now following!
Yayyyyy...dancing azonto! I'll do my best to bring on my A game for part 2 tomorrow. Thanks a lot @oludami
Awwwn this is beautiful
Thanks my baby...I appreciate this!
See what I was telling you about this afternoon? There's no denying that.
You write beautifully.
You actually inspired this by your insistence that I write a book. I'm not so good with fiction, but seems I'm getting better at it by the day. Thank God. Thanks baby @sushie
You are welcome sweetheart.
Well.... The world is waiting for your letters....
Sue..
Wow!!! What can i say?...it was very interesting...bravo...when is the season 2 coming out?....can't wait to go through it.
Yayyyy! Thanks bruv! I hope to write it today...
This is lovely! I like the fact that your words in describing every detail made so much sense and had a way of making me intrigued as I read along. Awesome construction there dear @mosunomotunde. I hope this story has up to 10 parts cos I'd be ready to read every. chuckles
High praise indeed! I'm rejoicing here...maybe, just maybe I can write a novel. This is so encouraging. Thanks @thelovejunkie
Oh wow! This is amazing..
The moon girl, will be watching out for this one.
Thanks baby, I'm both excited and a little apprehensive about the way forward though
I didn't realize is come to the end of the read. It was amazing. I know there was gonna be a catch somewhere, given the birth circumstances. The ol' Shreck-Fiona kinda story mixed with a bit of Cinderella-runaway mystery never runs outta style. I await the second one dear.
Excellent.
Thanks darling...Im glad you like it!
Very interesting one indeed...expecting the 2nd part of the story soon
Yayyy...thanks! Part 2 written!
Wow! This is a good story. Watching out for the second part.
I"m really glad you liked it. Thanks a lot!
My goodnesss.....this is epic☺
This obviously should not end, it's getting more interesting.
Episodes will really go along way. Thanks for bringing this appetizer to our doorstep
Yaayyy...Thanks a lot bruv!
Oh oh Oh! Apart from the fact that this is a very great story and I am watching out for more of it, the pictures you used are super cool. 100%!!!
Yayyy...Thank you very much
Where is part two o.... I cannot wait?
Did Richard follow her?
Did he see her?
Who is @adayemi...went to your blog but found no introductory post!
Reason why i waited for the remaining episodes...
Over to part 2
Love you babes!