FATE

83 - March Month

My face brightened up as I went through my wardrobe in the closet. I had so many clothes to choose from because my closet was an unlimited edition stocked by Lemuel with the help of the best fashion stylists in Lagos.

According to him, he wanted me to always look good for him and that, I was going to do today.

After so much deliberation, I decided to go with a baggy ankara jumpsuit with tiny straps and low neckline, that cut right unto my protruding stomach. At least, it made me feel comfy.

I didn't bother to pack my hair because I was avoiding discomfort, so I just braided it into pigtails.

According to Doctor James, I had to wear comfy clothes and hairstyles. He even signed me up with a pregnant - women yoga class.

Once I was done, I picked my brown leather purse from the dressing table and headed out of the room.

"Lemuel, babe." His name rolled off my lips like honey. He was on a call but turned to look up at me immediately.

He didn't need to be told. I was calling him so he could rate my outfit. Immediately, he got the gist and raised a brow. Then I smiled satisfactorily and descended the stairs.

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My lips almost touch my ear as soon as I sight my one and only best friend, Charlie. He was wearing a bright smile as he awaited our arrival, just in the front yard of his new house.

He and Nancy got a house in preparation for their married life.

I was just so happy for my friends. Excitedly, I jumped out of the car even before I was sure that Lemuel had parked. I hadn't seen Charlie since he and Nancy's engagement which was a month ago.

I jumped on Charlie who was also overwhelmed by the strength I possessed, for a woman in her third trimester. He just managed to chuckle, because my grip on him was tight.

"I missed you, missed you." I chattered, grinning as I kissed his cheek repeatedly like it was my pillow.

Charlie giggled. "I didn't travel now." He gave me a puzzled look and I almost punched him if not that Lemuel rescued him.

"My man." They exchanged handshakes smiling. Charlie started to lead us inside when Nancy rushed out.

She smiled widely, her arms open as she squealed. "The Daniel's are here!"

I chuckled. Who is the Daniel's?

"Who are the Daniel's?" I asked jokingly and nervously turned to see Lemuel's reaction. He expression was blank, so I just went into Nancy's arms.

She hissed and smiled at me. "Our husband is really taking care of you." Her brows danced up and down.

I just chuckled.

We just got to the door when my 'lover boy' greeted me.

"It's the sexiest mother of the year. Lilly. Opooor." He announced and gestured to the me, then to the door which he got for me.

I laughed because I was caught unawares. Then he took my hand and kissed it as I passed.

"Ah Ah! Hot mama! Pregnancy never looked this good!" He continued, making me twirl for him.

"See the back of the clothe sef..." Nancy whisked him away, not letting him finish.

I managed to settle down in the living room which looked almost bare. At least, I found a cushion; I rolled my eyes.

It was like, we weren't here for a get together but house warming party. Even a house warming party wouldn't turn out this bad.

Lemuel sat next to me.