Becoming

Chapter 7

Okay now I know I may seem rude to just stare at him without taking the pamphlet, but I wasn't expecting him to invite me to his church. "Oh?" I finally say. "I don't mean to be forward and I know we are not that close, but my church is hosting a Women's day brunch this coming Saturday" he says.

"Women's day brunch?" I ask and look at the nicely designed pamphlet. "I thought since you're a woman and my neighbor you might like to come" he scratches the back of his neck. I'm guessing he is stressing or thinking I'm finding this awkward, I mean I don't even go to his church however it's an invitation for anyone.

"Okay thank you" I don't mention that there is a possibility that I might not show up, because my parents are coming over. "Great. See you tomorrow to finish up the ceiling" he walks towards the door. "Alright see you".

*****

My parents call me to confirm that they are coming Thursday and it's already Tuesday. Yesterday Kevin and his guys finished fixing the damage from my burst geyser. So now here I am taking my items back to my bedroom. By the time I finish its 21:07 I'm hungry and tired so I decide to have cereal for dinner.

The silence in my apartment is making me emotional. I know I love my peace, but sometimes I wish I was living with someone. I also wish I had more friends here in Cape Town, because to be honest Seun is a colleague that I'm close with I can't really say we are friends. We don't hang out outside work.

I notice the pamphlet that Kevin came to give me Sunday night. He goes to Hillsong and the event starts at 11 am till 1 pm. I find myself wondering if Kevin is originally a Capetonian. Where he lived before moving to this complex. How old he is and what he studied etc. Why am I sitting here and wondering all these things about my neighbour?!

Wednesday comes and goes quickly and it's now Thursday. My parents are arriving at 7pm so I will go pick them up from the airport and drop them at the hotel they are staying at. This is one of the reasons why I should've picked an apartment with at least two bedrooms, but I could only afford the one I'm currently living at so I can't be mad at myself.

"I'm not coming in tomorrow" Seun tells me while I pack my laptop. "Oh?" I say finally looking at him. "I'm flying to London tonight. My brother is getting married Saturday" this is news to me. "How nice. I didn't know you had a brother, one that lives in London at that" I notice I haven't stopped smiling. Everyone seems to be getting married lately. Thando just got engaged and now Seun is telling me his brother is getting married.

"Yep, he met his soon-to-be Wife while he was studying in England which I guess is why he decided to permanently reside that side" he informs me. "Love is a beautiful thing" I say. "Well, I'm just hoping I spot a fine Lad while I'm at the wedding" he laughs and I join him. "I could die for a hot British man right now!" he adds once more.

I love how comfortable Seun is about his sexuality. I remember when I first met him when I arrived at this law firm. He connected with me instantly and it wasn't long until he told me he was gay. I love how he opened up to me about such a big factor about his life which is why I opened up about some things about my life.

"Enjoy yourself and travel safely" I tell him when we both exit the office. I look at the time and realise I have two and a half hours left before I pick up my parents.

Summer is approaching and I think I need to join the gym soon or pick a yoga class. I could use some sort of activity that gets me out of the house. Tomorrow will be my seventh month here. It will be five months away till I finish my internship and get to know if I will permanently be placed or practice with another Law firm.

I must say I have come to love "Simmons and Adkins". The firm is not far from my apartment and the people here are lovely to work with. I have learnt a lot and I'm very grateful for this opportunity. I must also say that the salary is pleasing for someone who's still a legal intern.