Situationship

depressed

EPISODE 5
Two months into the wedding and Jessica was already feeling extremely frustrated. Ever since they left the beach after the pathetic honeymoon, Andy had gone from bad to worse, leaving the house at seven and arriving a little before midnight when she would have been fast asleep. At first, it did not bother her because she was overtaken by the massive and tastefully furnished house, but after spending a week in the house and being already used to its beauty, the house bored her.
The maid and the gateman in the house were the only people she talked with; aside from that, she talked with herself alone. When she had said ‘Yes’ to Andy, she never imagined it would be this bad. Bad? The word didn’t even do her situation justice. The way Andy had been behaving, it was like he could not even stand one second of being in her company; he even always looked for one reason or another to go out on Sundays. Somehow, she wondered if her stay would have been worse than it already was if Andy had stayed at home more. It was a Saturday and Andy was obviously at work, so Jessica decided to spend the time with her friends.
The three women decided they would all come over to Jessica’s house since they hadn’t visited her since she got married. Jessica was happy about having a little fun, even if it would last for just a few hours.
She entered the kitchen feeling some level of excitement. "Well done, Ada," she greeted the maid.
"Thanks ma," the young girl responded, smiling.
"Uhmmmmnn..." I love this aroma. "
The girl grinned. "It must be the chicken," she said.
I think it is the combination of rice and chicken. What is yet to be done? " Jessica asked, needing something to busy herself with.
Ada looked critically at everything. "I think the only thing left undone is your appearance," she smiled. She had become friends with Jessica, and now she felt comfortable chatting with her mother the way she would normally chat with her friend.
Jessica frowned. "What is wrong with my appearance?"
"You need to look like the hostess, mom." You are not dressed yet. "
Jessica put her hands on her hips. "Now you sound like Lizzy." What is wrong with what I am putting on? I am not going anywhere. "
Ada let her eyes roam over the body of her boss and tried hard not to grimace. The gown Jessica was putting on was specifically for someone who was twice her size, and Ada wondered why Jessica was always trying so hard to look unattractive when it was not even working. Despite the shabby dresses Jessica wore, she still looked exceptionally outstanding with her spotless round face and lengthy hair to die for.
"Anything would look good on you, ma'am," Ada said.
"Hmmm, why the change of tone now?" Don’t worry, I will change the clothes. "
Two hours later, Jessica was waltzing down the staircase in a beautiful but similarly big gown. Ada saw her and shook her head. She sat in the sitting room and put on the TV, relaxing her back as she waited for her friends. She was hungry but she wanted to eat with her friends, so that they wouldn’t be eating and she wouldn't be looking due to an already filled stomach.
She heard the doorbell and went there happily before Ada could even think of leaving the kitchen.
"Open this heavenly door, Jessie," she heard Lizzy say, and she smiled. Paulina’s ‘Comport yourself’ was not lost on her either, as she opened the door with a big smile on her face. The ladies screamed and cooed in delight as they fussed over Jessie.
"See this small babe of yesterday? Oh, your face is so fresh and your cheeks are fuller," Lizzy said with delight.
"Oh please," Jessica giggled.
Sonia kissed Jessica’s cheek. "I have missed you, honey."
"Me too, dear," Jessica said truthfully and stared at Paulina. It is only proper that I greet the mummy of the house last, right? I have her to thank for making the rest of you look so dashing. "
They laughed.
"Who will look after them if I don't?"Paulina asked dramatically.
"We are old enough to take care of ourselves, mummy." Lizzy and Sonia chorused, and they all laughed.
"Well, get your little butts inside before you drill holes into the entrance," Jessica said, and they all left the entrance.
"Oh my God, this house is dynamite," Paulina exclaimed, as they all murmured one thing or the other about the house.
"Comport Yourself," Lizzy said, and Sonia laughed at them.
Babe, you are enjoying the ooo, this house is amazing. "You are the luckiest babe on earth," Sonia said.
"Lucky," Jessica muttered silently under her breath, as they all sat down.
Ada came to the sitting room and greeted everyone before whispering something in her boss’ ear. Jessica nodded and Ada left.
"Well ladies, let’s eat first before we have a nice chat or do both at the same time."
"Neglecting your table manners?" Paulina asked with a raised eyebrow. Sonia and Lizzy rolled their eyes, and Jessica almost did the same.
"Maybe. How does fried rice, salad, and fried chicken sound to you guys? "
Everyone jumped out of their seats and headed for the dining room.
"I think we can forfeit the table manners for today," Paulina said.
*****
They had all eaten and were busy sipping drinks. The food had been so delicious that they all ate their fill and even more. It was even more delicious, filled with their happy chatter. Jessica had missed this.
As they sat in the sitting room, they talked about everything that came to their minds.
"How is life as a married woman?" Paulina asked after some time. Jessica swallowed slightly. "Life is beautiful. You should all get married. "
"Yeah, we are working on it," Sonia said, focusing her eyes on the decorations on the wall.
Lizzy was lost in thought, and Jessica was curious as to what she would say. Lizzy was the one who saw right through things and people, which was one of the reasons Jessica avoided spending so much time with her alone, especially when she had something to hide.
"How are you coping with Andy’s work schedule?" Lizzy asked pointedly.
Jessica swallowed, thought of lying, then decided that it may not be a good idea. "It is my cross but I am coping." It can be hard not to have him around most of the time, but it is fine, we understand each other, "Jessica said with a smile."
"I only wonder why he has to go to work every day." I mean, he is the owner of that money-making company which already has its wings spread across the country; why should he work himself half to death when he has more than enough employees? " Lizzy continued.I have not asked myself the same question, Jessica thought.
"He has shareholders to answer to and he is already used to the office. You can’t blame him."
"Well, to me, if his going to the office is what brought about this beautiful house, he should continue his workaholic routine," Sonia said.
"Sonia!" Paulina called. "Money would not kill you. "Banker"
"Is it easy?" she retorted.
"Jessie, are we expecting Andy junior?"
Jessica choked on her drink at Paulina’s question. She coughed as the drink clung to her throat and made it impossible to talk. The ladies muttered apologies until she became calm, but she caught Lizzy’s curious look. "Most times I forget the type of friends I have." Thinking of a way of escape, she faced Lizzy. "Liz, have you settled your dispute with Alex?" It worked because everyone started talking at once.
"Don’t mind this stubborn girl; she refused to apologize to him," Paulina said.
"Why should I apologize when he is clearly at fault?" He did not remember my birthday and he wants me to just forgive him when he has not begged properly. Free me please, "Lizzy said, hissing."
"I agree with her; the guy should take off his pride and apologize," Sonia said.
"I think Sonia should apologize nonetheless. I mean, men are scarce these days. We should hold on to ours firmly," Paulina pointed out.
"She is right," Sonia said again.
Jessica heaved a sigh, happy that she was not the subject matter again.