Chapter forty-eight

Katherine's POV

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The hardest thing in life is telling the truth especially when the truth can cause more harm than good.

I just couldn't bring myself to tell the truth in front of everyone as each minute that passes becomes harder than the next.

I didn't ask for this and I sure as hell can't rid myself of this cesspool obi has placed me into.

Obi's mom arrived back at the hospital with a thousand new ways to make sure I eat healthy food in order for the baby to grow well. She practically hand fed me herself as if that wasn't enough; she kept coming up with endless list of names for her could be grand child.

Chiamaka if it's going to be a girl!

Chidubem if it's a boy and several other names I can't even remember!

Christ!

"Mom! Mom! Please; can you just stop with the names already?" Obi had scolded her.

"What? Can't I at least make name suggestions for my grandchild?" Her voice filled with hurt as she turned to me and all I could do is look away.

The fact that she thinks my child could be her grandchild is torture enough for me!

"The child is not even born yet mother! And besides Katherine is the only one who can decide names for her child"

She murmured incoherently at no one in particular as she glared silently at her son.

"Children of nowadays, claiming to know all" snorting at her son even more.

This day went slower than necessary with all the drama going on. The moment I was discharged and free to go home; I couldn't be any happier.

Hospital beds are more horrible than I had imagined!

I went straight to my room with the help of obi who is bend of putting up a show for his parent.

"I need to use your phone" turning to obi the moment I lay down on my bed.

"Why?" Giving me the 'what are you up to' kinda eye

"Mine is under a lock down so I need to use yours"

"Okay!" He handed it to me and I speed dial Lavi's number just about immediately.

I haven't spoken to Lavi since the last time I saw him during the last exam. I bet he has been dying to speak with me all these days but to no avail.

His number was turned off and I couldn't be more disappointed.

"Lover boy not answering?"

I glared at him as I hand his phone back.

"Listen; am only doing this for my child until I can figure out a way to tell my dad and yours the whole truth without him trying to make me abort it"

"Whatever you say ma'am as long as you and your child are okay then we are good" winking at me.

"First thing Monday morning, I have to speak with Lavi before he fines out and obviously misunderstand the whole thing" taking a deep breath as I stare at him.

"Whatever" rolling his eyes at me before slipping out through the door.

Sheesh

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I didn't sleep all through the night as I kept tossing and turning. My stomach won't stop growling even as I lay with my stomach pressed to the soft bed . I bet the baby was just as restless as I am.

Gosh.

My mind won't stop racing with thought of Lavi and how he might react to the news of obi claiming responsibility for my pregnancy. He might go all macho on him again and heck,he'd be lucky if I can talk to him before he finds out from someone else.

I'm not sure if he has even talked to his parent yet about the baby and if they will come speak with my dad about it and if they did; how do I explain the mix up regarding the father of the baby.

Heck!

Whatever happens, I can't afford to lose my child cos this baby is mine and I will do anything to protect it. I just need to talk to Lavi about this before he hears about it from someone else.

I snuggled closer to my pillow with my face buried deep into the sheet and let out a muffled scream. How the heck did my life become one crazy story book with all the odd against me. Lavi's has given me strength to not give up yet

Not once did he freak out about me being pregnant. He was more thoughtful than an average teenage boy would have and that's why I have to do whatever it takes to keep our baby safe.

Obi might have his own motives for helping me out; but whatever it's won't be for long cos I have to find a way out of this dilemma once and for all.

I still don't know why Lavi hasn't come looking for me yet.

I just hope he is okay!

If mom was here; I wonder how she would have reacted. Would she have been happy and protected me against dad like Aunt Nene did or would she have treated me like he did.

My finger found my necklace and rub gently at it.

I need all the courage I can get now!

Give me your strength mom...you always had enough courage to take care of us till the end.

I could use some of it now.

A/N

Who else agree with this girl and her plans😕

Xoxo
Agnesomalia