Dark Nights ✔️

Chapter Five

The ride to the police station was a long, boring and intense one. The police men didn't say anything to me all through neither did they make eye contact or anything like that. I was already tired of the suspense.

"Oga please. I don't want to go." I pleaded as I was grabbing the handle of my bag tightly.

"Don't worry Ma. Everything will be fine." The officer in front said without even making eye contact.. this was probably what got me more scared.

We got to the police station finally and they helped me get down from the vehicle. I was escorted to the Inspector office immediately.

"Miss Thelma Badmus. Sorry for bringing in you this way but we just needed to be sure you would make it. Sorry for any inconveniences." He said with a smile.

"It's fine sir. Please Sir, nothing happened.. I fell down that's all and I injured myself in the process no serious issue." I lied almost immediately which is probably why he didn't believe me.. I was also sweating where a/c was present.

"Miss Badmus," He started softly "I promise you justice will be served. You aren't the first victim of Mr Peterson because he manages to bribe them or whatever but I'm pretty sure with you bearing as a witness, we'll be able to apprehend him. So you can talk with me."

I had a deep conversation with my myself for the forty eight seconds I kept quiet. I wanted to tell him everything was fine so I could get back to work and forget all this ever happened, but also I wanted justice to be served. Mr Peterson was an animal that needed to be punished.

With all my thinking, I came to decision finally. I heard myself yelling "yes sir he raped me." Followed back a series of tears. The inspector made me relive the day it happened so as to get detailed explanation and have all his facts in order.

"Thank you Mrs Badmus we'll get back to you shortly. Keep your phone line active and working and should in case anything happen, he try to threaten you or whatever, let us know immediately."

I was beginning to feel peace knowing that justice would be served and I could send an animal like that were he belongs.

I left the police station and went straight home. It was already late so I didn't really have time to do anything... I just changed to my pajamas and jumped on the bed. I said a short prayer and slept off. If only I knew that was the beginning of hell.

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*beep beep*

My alarm went off as I managed to summon strength to switch it off. It was already 4:30am and I needed to be in work by 7. I got up from bed and rushed to the bathroom, I played my playlist on my phone which was filled with a couple of Old school Nigerian jams which I enjoyed. I went to my drawer and flung it open as I picked the nice blue velvet shirt my best friend 'Ada' got me for Christmas last year.. I matched it with my black trousers in which I tucked the shirt in. I filled the room with my 'Axe' body spray which exhaled from my clothes. I was ready for work.

I tapped the side button on my infinix phone so I could access the time but the screen was acting up again. Ever since the incident with Mr Peterson and my bag fell, my phone screen broke and I haven't had enough money to take it to a designated place to repair. I couldn't trust all those Ikeja boys they'll just scam me and get away with it. It finally unlocked and I checked the time which was already 6am. I made my way to work. I wasn't using an Uber or a cab because they were getting more expensive for me. I wanted to go by public transport.

I got to work and immediately the tensed situation in the office.. everyone was on their best behavior which got my worried.. I got to my desk when Mr Agunji called for me.

"Yes sir." I said as he jumped up from his chair. He was pissed I could tell.

"What's this I'm hearing that Mr Peterson is being questioned for whatever he may or may have not done to you?" He accused more than asking.. I just stared dumb no knowing how to answer him.

"Get out of my office now." He shot his hand at the door, as I made my way to it, he called me "Thelma, you're fired!"

Those words came as a shock to me! I could barely breath nor swallow my saliva. I just stared again unable to defend myself. What was happening to my life? Why do I have to be a victim of evil all the time?

I left his office and went to my desk as I began to pack my documents and files. Subsequently clearing for whoever he was to hire next.

"I'm really sorry Thelma." Maria said and I could really see the sympathy in her eyes. I had not cried at all, uncommon of me. I finished packing and carried my box outside waiting for a cab or something. My phone rang and I picked it up.

"Hello Miss Thelma can you come to the station? I have some news to tell you." The officer said.

Since I was already without job, seeing Mr Peterson get arrested is probably the only consolation I could get.

I got to the police station and was led immediately to the inspector office.

"Miss Thelma please take you seat." I did and then he continued. "I'm really sorry to tell you this but the case has been called off."

What!! What is this man saying? I risked my job to see this man in prison and you're telling me the case is off!

"I d-don't understand s-sir." I stuttered as I could feel the tears already packing about to burst out.

"I'm really sorry. The people ahead of me have given their say. I'm sorry."

"Y-you made me go through with this... assuring me that justice would be served." I was beginning to sob little by little. I was devastated.

I jumped off and ran away! I entered the first cab I saw and told him to drive me anywhere. I hated my life! I just want to die!!!!!!

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How was this chapter guys? Tensed I know.

I'm really sorry for not updating in a long time. Been occupied with school!

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