THE PATH

Make your own destiny by choosing the right path...

In a few minutes later, he closed his laptop and pushed it aside. “Good morning Doctor. My name is Fred Meyer. I had an uhm… accident while trying to test my new power bike.” He said as he scratched his head awkwardly.

“It’s okay. Good morning Mr. Meyer.” Dr. Kate replied.
“I’ll like to know you better,” he continued.
“Well, my name is Kate. I am the resident doctor here.” She replied, a bit uncomfortably. “Wait a minute!" She exclaimed. “Meyer, you say? Are you by any means related to Senator Meyer?" Kate enquired. The only Meyer she knew was the Senate President Meyer. “Perhaps, they are from the same family”, she wondered.

“Let’s leave that aside,” Mr. Meyer said as he rose from his previous sitting position and took her hand. “One step at a time”, he continued.
Dr. Kate was bewildered as he drew her up from the chair and looked into her eyes. She felt her heart skip a bit and she grew speechless. Mr. Meyer saved the situation and let go of her hand as he spoke, “I will like to rest now. I have your contact and I promise to call you soon. It was a pleasure seeing you, Dr. Kate.” He extended his hand for a handshake again. "Friends?” he asked.
“Friends.” Kate replied. Her voice sounded strange to her. “What is going on with me?” she thought.
Fred escorted her to the door and bade her goodbye. Dr. Kate walked through the security detail and down the corridor, still somewhat in shock.

Chopsticks Chinese Restaurant, Opebi, Ikeja, Lagos State.

“You are welcome ma’am. Please do not take a seat yet. A reservation has been made for you in the VIP lounge over there ma’am.” A waiter greeted and pointed to a secluded spot as Kate moved from her position as instructed. She wondered why Fred would book a reservation. “This isn’t a date,” she thought. She comported herself and decided to enjoy the evening.
She walked into the lounge slowly while holding up her red gown a bit due to its long tail. She met Fred who was sitting and smiling as though he was expecting his long lost bride. They had been friends for a while now and had assumed a first name basis. He stood up and helped her settle into the chair opposite his.

“Nice spot”, Kate commended as she sipped her drink. Fred snapped his fingers with pride signifying a 'you-are-welcome' response. Kate laughed. “Thank God I chose this spot. It really fits your red dress. Won’t you appreciate me for the hard work?" Fred asked.
Kate looked around and saw that it was true. “Wow! Thank you. It must have been Holy Spirit inspired.” She commended as she laughed.

Fred cleared his throat and swallowed his food. “Kate,” he called softly. “Yes?” Kate replied as she swallowed a spoonful of Chinese rice.
“We have been friends for a while now and I don’t want to take this longer than expected. I believe there is a future for us. I believe God wants us to be partners in His glorious agenda for mankind. I believe, together, we will chase ten thousand and more … please, do me the honour of becoming mine forever."
Kate chewed her food and swallowed all the while, staring at Fred without blinking.

“Kate! Kate! Are you alright?” Fred asked and tapped her out of her reverie.
“I can hear you Fred. I’m sorry for staring like that. I’m just… surprised. To be honest, I didn’t expect that.” Kate began. “I appreciate your kindness and friendship, Fred, you are one of a kind and I’m sure every sensible lady would want someone like you. But, Fred, you have to give me time! You took time before reaching a conclusion. You will also give me time to pray about it. You’ll know my answer soon.” Kate said.
They ate, talked about other things and committed their lives into God’s hands. Fred drove Kate back to her house and left. Kate went to bed, beaming with smiles.

...the path is the way...