The Royals: A Kings Heart

Chapter 105

PETU'S POV_

Today was Saturday, and the weather was fantastic. I'd moved with Siza to Mnqobi's house when she was discharged. We have decided to stay, and accept the help from the Biyela's. In the same breath, working for our own. We're in a safe neighborhood, Jackson won't get access here no matter how much money he has, it would never even be a fraction of the Biyela family. He can't get to Siza anymore. I can continue with school without stress, continue saving and Siza was looking for a job. Mama Biyela wanted her to go back to school funded by the family companies. I think she was going to agree. She wasn't closing herself off and shying away as she usually did. That made me so happy because she deserved this. She deserved a real chance. After my shower, I went downstairs.

Petu: "Big sis. Was someone here?" I smelt the strong cologne still lingering in the air.

Siza: "Yes, Sibonelo came to fetch the kids for a day out."

Petu: "Oh." She cleaned the lounge. "He's really good with the kids."

Siza: "Very."

Petu: "I think he likes you."

Siza: "That's ridiculous." She chuckled. "Sibonelo is a little rough around the edges but he's a good guy. I think he's just being nice."

Petu: "Really now." I rolled my eyes, going to the kitchen.

Siza: "What does that mean?"

Petu: "Nothing. Just be careful with him Siza. You're in a vulnerable space right now. You're allowed to have comfort but please guard your heart when it comes to Sibonelo."

Siza: "What does that even mean? What comfort?"

Petu: "Any Siza. We're human. I'm just saying, whatever it is you decide to do with him, guard your heart."

Siza: "I'm not about to sleep with your brother in law Petunia."

Petu: "I'm not saying you will-"

Siza: "No, that's what you're implying. I'm not a whore. I'm trying to rebuild my life and the only thing you can think of me is that I need sex?"

Petu: "I didn't say that Siza. And even if you did, there's nothing wrong with having sex whilst rebuilding your life. You're not a whore and I'll never think that of you so please never say that word again."

Siza: "I don't need men right now Petu. I am in a very dark place because of them. I'm sorry I snapped. "

Petu: "That's okay." I went over to hug her. "We're going to get through this."

Siza: "Thank you baby. Sometimes I feel so out of place here but I've never seen my kids so happy. Miles is running around, laughing. Mia sings, Petu. My child can sing. I didn't even know that." I smiled.

Petu: "And she has a beautiful voice. We'll be fine here. I'm happy that you're safe and here with me. So, what will you do today since the kids aren't here?" She laughed.

Siza: "I don't know. I haven't had time alone in years."

Petu: "Write something."

Siza: "I don't think I can-"

Petu: "Don't even. Sizani please. Write a short story. In fact, I'm asking Mnqobi to take the kids to the palace for a sleepover tonight. You, are going to write like you used to write for me in high school. Remember?"

Siza: "That was such a long time ago Petu."

Petu: "I'm begging you."

Siza: "Okay, fine. I'll need my laptop."