To Love Or Not To Love

Chapter 36

ZIYANDA

Work is not exciting as I expected it to be. We have been busy going over strategies on how to come up with a suitable phrase for a certain company that is looking to expand its business. I'm not really good when it comes to thinking about slogans and logos for companies. I prefer doing a lot of paper work instead.

Since we opened a few weeks back, things have been a little chaotic because there's a client that is coming in today. Apparently he's looking for something vibrant and different, and he's hoping that this company has what he's looking for.

Mark is super excited about this and he can't even hide it. It's funny to see because he looks like a kid in a candy store and is unable to settle on what he wants. He's had a couple of my colleagues pitch ideas  on how to tackle this upcoming project. I've never seen him this nervous since I started working here. I'm starting to think this person is a big deal.

The boardroom has been thoroughly cleaned, courtesy of Mark himself. Food platters were ordered and drinks I barely even know, are here in our presence. No man...this is too much for just a mere client. We'll just have to wait and see...we're all gathered in the boardroom waiting for his majesty.

While I wait, how about I let you in on the events of this past few weeks. It was amazing to say the least, telling Mnotho how I feel that is. He got too emotional about that moment if you ask me...imagine if I were to fall pregnant for him. He's been dropping hints about babies by watching baby videos or talking about them when we see them in public.

I don't want to burst his bubble but that will not be happening any time soon. I have a 3 year implant that makes sure no unexpected pregnancies occur. One thing I'm glad we did was get tested for any diseases before we got intimate. Sometimes we forget to use condoms and that is a major risk on it's own.

Our level of chemistry has reached a new high since that fateful Saturdy night. He's been more vocal about his feelings more than ever before and I'm glad that he is. I know what he feels and thinks about certain situations rather than just assuming how he feels.

My mother also invited us to come over this Easter holiday. I don't think it's wise that my mom is getting so attached to Mnotho but then, I can never tell 'Thee' MaMkhize what to do and feel. She has her own mindset and I don't agree with the things she does sometimes, but she knows what's best for her.

I am yet to meet his parents though and I am feeling pretty nervous.  He's told me that his father is a real darling but his mother on the other hand, is something else. This scares me because he is a real Mama's boy and that on it's own doesn't sit well with me.

This guy is too old to be babied and now mommy will be included in all of oyr decisions making. I'm not exaggerating, I've seen the show, 'In Love With A Mama's Boy' on TLC and all I can say is that these mothers go overboard. I hope it's not extreme though because I tend to reply shit when I feel like I'm being disrespected or pushed around.

His parents have been inviting us over for dinner but I've been postponing because of you know who. Mnotho says he is getting tired of "lying" to his parents but I don't see it as lying when I coincidentally get diarrhoea three weeks in a row. It happens okay!?

Welk now that I've told you about my relationship and that it's seemingly going well, I can just relax. Lunch has now become a boring part of my job. Zim has finally resigned and let me just say, some women are lucky out there. Finding a man who is willing to go above and beyond for you is truly a blessing.

Zim always had the "tea" about everyone's business here in the company.  I used to laugh at some of her over-exaggerated stories and she'd respond by saying, "I'm telling you friend." I'd act as if I believe knowing very well that it's just gossip. I guess I cam say it comes with the joys of being a receptionist.

All that is over now and my friend is about to be a businesswoman. Now this is the life she ordered. I can't wait to see her thrive and I can assure you, she is going to make a great mother. She's already proven that with her siblings so I am sure she'll nail this.

The meeting has begun and Mark is informing us about the new client. We are dealing with a top dog here who has inherited companies from his family. If I wasn't already hitched I would definitely bag this gent for myself. He's running a few minutes late and honestly, I am not a fan of people who can't keep time. Punctuality is the key to success people!?

"As I was saying, this deal can change this company for good. And I'm hoping everyone will bring their A-game..." he stops talking as the door opens.

In unison, we all turn our heads to the door to see the awaited client. An Indian lady with glasses on, wearing a two-piece walks in first...I'm guessing she is the boss' PA. The man of the hour follows behind...take note of my sarcasm.

Yeah it's true that when it rains it pours. My love life is going great and now God sends one of his temptations. I never thought I'd have to see this guy again...yes you guessed it right, it's my one-night stand Mnqobi.

He smirks immediately when he enters and his face settles on mine. I didn't expect this because as far as I know, we were expecting a Mr Smith. Little did I know that it would be a man who I hadn't thought about since that night.

At this point, I would settle with getting into a minor car crash than staring at this fool that just can't stop smiling. Ugh...why me Lord!?

"Good afternoon folks." He says in that hypnotic voice that made me drop my panties for him that one time. He keeps on smiling like a fool he is. I look around the table and almost every women is taken by this guy. They all respond to his greeting as he settles at the head of the table.

Oh oh....Mnotho is not going to be happy about this. I never told him that I had a one-night stand before we dated. But who would blame me...I didn't think I need to explain myself to any man about my doings before we were even together. Now I'm forced to tell him because that guy is now a client.

I repeat Lord...why me!? Sigh. This is not going to end well.