A moment in time

Chapter 10: clearing the air

In all that I have to deal with in my life there is Ndumiso. After the long day I had at work yesterday just as I thought I could finally relax he called telling me he is outside to check up on me cause he saw the article written about me. I get it that he cares but right now I really don't need anyone hovering over me and being all fussy thats honestly the last thing I need.

Leaving alone is just stressful cause there is no one to vent to and no one to annoy me,I really miss Zizipho. I just can't bring myself to call her,just the thought of talking to her makes me nervous it just feels like I'm about to talk to a complete stranger.

My phone rings bringing me back from my thoughts.

"Candice, talk to me"

"We managed to find a 30 minute slot for you today at 10:15"

"Perfect,I'll be there"

She drops the call and I continue brushing my black bob fringe weave as I sat in front of the vanity mirror. Since today looks like its going to be hectic I decided to wear my black formal high waisted suit pants with black pointy nose high heels and a maroon blouse shirt.

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The minister opted for us to meet at Sky Eats and I didnt mind especially because it was closer to the Hot Scoops studio so it was perfect.

I got there and he was already there reading a newspaper. Talking about being late on the worst day.

"I'm so sorry for keeping you waiting Mr Ntonga I don't know what happened I actually thought I would make it in time"I explain sitting down on the chair across him.

"Its not a big deal at all" He folded the newspaper and placed it down on the table. I looked around and noticed the 6 bodyguards standing separately far apart near our table.

I looked at him furrowing my eyebrows and he chuckled sipping his steaming hot coffee.

"You know what let's just get to the point. I'm sure you already read the rumors that been spreading around like a wild fire all over newspapers and social media"

He placed the cup in his hand down on the saucer his face turning into a frown. "This boy is just trying to get my attention and I will make sure to teach him a lesson advocate trust me"

"Well thats good to hear but thats not good enough for me. Zwelethu has disrespected me enough and I feel like if I don't teach him not to ever underestimate and disrespect me again then he won't stop being this arrogant jerk he is"

"Advocate I get where you coming from but to be sincere I would really like you to just let me deal with this cause already you in this mess that wasn't even suppose to affect you because of me and I would hate it if your name could get anymore tainted by him"

I take a deep sigh clenching my jaw cause he is right I mean if I involve myself in this any further it could tarnish my name and thats the last thing I want. But I so wanted to crush that mans ego so bad.

"Okey fine I will leave it to you but minister just know if you fail to fix this I will and I won't rest until Zwelethu comes begging for my mercy"

"Thats fine. As long as we on the same page"

"Okey I guess we done then. Thank you for agreeing to meet with me"I gratefully say taking my bag and car keys from the table.

"Its a pleasure advocate and I'm also thankful that you decided to deal with this in such a matured way. You've proven your loyalty"I nod smiling as I stood up.

"Till next time sir"I bowed briefly before walking away.

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"Are you ready?" Candice asks as one of the producers fixed our mic's. I nod smiling.