Bolanle

Chapter 12- Invite

"Would you like to come by my house for a movie?" Marlon asked suddenly.
"What would your lady think?"
"We live separately." He replied smiling.
"Okay, what time?"
"7 pm"
"What will we be watching?"
"The Monsters."
"What's that?"
"A new movie by the Simpsons."

The Simpsons were the 5th out of the 5 richest families in Nisean. They were in charge of the movie industry. Most of the movies they produce portrayed the lower class as nuisance to society and the rich as well respected people. I didn't think this one was any different. Even though, I wasn't interested in the movie, I was definitely going to hang with Marlon.

I got ready at 6 pm in a grey joggers and pink blouse that I paired with my grey and pink sneakers. After that I went downstairs for dinner.

"Where you off to?" my mom asked.
"I'll be going by Marlon's house for a movie." I replied, focusing on my food.
"You two have gotten pretty close these past months." She implied.
" I guess."
"Are you sure you guys are just friends?" she asked, taking a seat around the table.
"I'm sure as day."
"Remember to choose wisely, don't be as me. Any one that you choose should be your husband. Also remember to look within your class and don't get carried away by Mr. Hanks kindness."

As I was finished eating, I rinsed my plate and headed out. I caught a cab and came to my workplace. I decided to meet Marlon in front of the firm for him to carry me to our destination. I took out my phone and phoned him and he told me he was on his way. In the next 5 minutes he came.

His chauffeur drove us to his house and along the ride we had a small talk. Eventually, we came to this big gate that opened automatically. He drove us in and drove right into the garage that opened automatically too. He led us out of the car and Marlon led me into his house. We took the elevator from the third floor to the first floor. His house had an open concept layout and was decorated with luxurious gold finishes that went well with the white painting.

"You have quite a beautiful house." I commented, while looking around.
"Thanks, it was designed by me." He replied.
"You're a really great architect." I said, while touching certain finishes.
"I'll pop some popcorn and air fry some nuggets and fries as my maid got off early then start the movie." He stated.

As he was finished, we started watching the movie and while it played we ate.

"How come I never heard you mention your dad?" Marlon asked out the blue.
I hated when anyone ask me about my dad. It opened certain doors that I was trying to close.
"That's because I don't have one." I shrugged.
"What do you mean?"
"Can we watch the movie in peace?" I retorted.
"Is it that bad?"
"Yes," I answered after a while.
"Why is it so?" he asked, coming closer to me on the sofa.

Even though, I hated to speak of my dad, I found Marlon to be my confidant as I was his.