THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 35

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Engineer Stanley Obinna

My daughter, I sincerely apologize for my actions during your traditional marriage. I did not intend to cancel it; in Igbo land, it is considered an abomination for a man to pour away the drink that symbolizes union.

I wish I could turn back the hands of time. However, it is essential that you find strength amidst this situation. Today is supposed to be your wedding day as planned, so I don’t want you to spend the entire time crying. Instead, let’s go to the hospital and be with your fiancé; perhaps our presence will hasten his recovery, Adaora's father said.

Your mother and I are willing to give both of you our blessings, and I pray he wakes up soon.

The two families gathered at the hospital, anticipating that Adaora’s fiancé might awaken from his coma.

Adaora couldn't stop crying; her tears were uncontrollable. In her frustration, she wore her wedding garment to the hospital despite her friends urging her not to. Many believed that Adaora had lost her mind. The pastor, who was meant to marry the couple, was invited to pray for Adaora's fiancé.

Upon arriving at the hospital, the pastor was surprised to see Adaora in her wedding garment. Nevertheless, your faith has saved your husband. As the pastor was still speaking, Adaora's fiancé awakened from his coma. The doctor was left speechless for about15 minutes while running tests to assess the possibility of his quick recovery. It’s a divine healing, the pastor assured.

What is happening here? Adaora's fiancé asked, amazed to find himself in the hospital surrounded by family, in-laws, and friends. None of them were willing to explain what happened; instead, they replied, "It's your wedding day."

Please allow him to rest, the doctor advised.

Adaora and everyone present, who witnessed the miracle, were filled with excitement and praised God.

Adaora came prepared as if she had known her fiancé would wake up.

Is there anything that could prevent this wedding from taking place today? The pastor asked, testing their faith in God.

When God says yes, no one can say no, Adaora's father replied joyfully, blessing both of them according to tradition. The pastor proceeded to marry them as a couple right there in the hospital.

Adaora's tears turned into joy.

 

THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 34

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Engineer Stanley

Your Highness, there is no need to inform Umuada and our wives about what transpired. Regarding the oil company you mentioned, I will be involved.

This brings to mind, who is that boy whom the medians referred to as Prince?

He is my daughter's son; according to our land's tradition, he is also my son and will succeed me when I join my ancestors. You know very well that the man who impregnated my daughter did not pay her bride price and cannot reclaim Nkem under the current circumstances, the King replied.

I find myself contemplating why our family struggles with childbearing. Our late brother, the King, died without any heirs, and I took over because there was no one else to succeed him. On my side, I have only one child, "Mma." Our sister, the youngest, is facing issues with her husband due to her barrenness. As for you, you are experiencing the same issue, which I believe is what initially drove your wife to seek comfort elsewhere, though her reasons could never justify bringing another man into her husband's house, the King added, recounting their family challenges.

So how do we find a solution to our family's problems? Mma's Uncle inquired of his brother, the King.

I believe we should take the time to invite the Catholic priest for a family liberation.

As their discussion progressed, the chief priest interrupted their private conversation, despite the guards' attempts to halt him.

Mma's Uncle greeted him, saying, "Eyes of the gods, now that you have come to the palace, I hope there are no issues?"

The chief priest delivered a message in parables and departed without clarifying for them to understand.

Maybe he is upset that I have never consulted him since becoming King. Nevertheless, let us continue our conversation, the King suggested.

I have a feeling that his message relates to our family problem we were just discussing, replied Mma's Uncle.

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Long live the King! Mma's Uncle greeted his brother, the Eze Igwe III of Umuazu Accent Kingdom.

With the look on your face, I don't think all is well, the King replied.

The King ordered the guards to leave so they could have a private conversation.

It's about my wife, Mma's Uncle intended to confide in his brother.

What happened to your wife? Did she fall sick? The King asked, eager to understand the situation.

It would have been better if she were sick. The worst has happened to me, Mma's Uncle lamented.

He brought out his phone and showed it to the King. Upon seeing it, His Royal Highness shouted, "Abomination! Abomination!"

You mean you caught your wife naked with another man? the King asked, bewildered.

I did everything a good husband should, but what did I get in return? She didn't just cheat on me; she betrayed my love for her.

Igwe, I have lost everything: my car, my job, my house, and even my lifetime savings are gone because of the woman I married and cared for like any good husband should.

What am I living for? I am childless. Tell me, what exactly am I living for? I just feel like dying, Mma's Uncle cried bitterly.

Please don't say that. You are still young and can bounce back. Besides, you never mentioned to me that you had financial issues when you came for my coronation.

I have good news: Two oil companies are coming to our village. I wanted to send for you when we reached a final agreement with them. I suggest you stay back so you can represent me in our next meeting, the King said.

As for your wife, she will hear from Umuada when she is summoned, the King added.

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My daughter, you missed the directions to my house, Mma's Uncle reminded her.

But Uncle, I lived with you and your wife, so I know your house very well, Mma replied.

As I mentioned earlier, it's a long story. My wife and I have just moved to a smaller apartment. I used my house as collateral for the money I borrowed from the bank to invest in my wife's business, but she squandered all the funds. As I speak to you, I've lost my job. Things are very hard for me now, Mma's Uncle explained.

Okay, let me drop you off at your new apartment. I will come by next time to see if there's any way I can assist you, Mma replied.

Mma's Uncle had no idea that a bigger trouble awaited him at home.

Mma dropped her Uncle off and left with Ejike, who was riding behind her.

Upon entering the compound, he couldn't find the car he had left before traveling to the village. He went inside to find out from his wife. The wicked woman had no idea her husband had returned; it's just as well he hadn't called her before coming back.

Mma's Uncle caught his wife with another man in his matrimonial bed. He pulled out his phone, took pictures of both of them as evidence of what he saw, and left the house immediately without saying a word.

The wicked woman and her lover trembled in fear of the consequences for the abomination they had committed.

At the hospital, an unknown number sent Kunle's voice note to Adaora's father-in-law to be.

Are you saying Kunle set my son up just to ruin his marriage? I will ensure he rots in jail, roared Adaora's father-in-law to be in anger.

Adaora became increasingly frustrated as her fiancé remained in a coma for over five days.

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Upon realizing the extent of the havoc he had wreaked, Kunle retreated into hiding.

Ejike, along with Eriana's husband, was equally astounded; however, they maintained their composure, hopeful for the recovery of Adaora's fiancé.

Merely three days before the coronation, Mma's Uncle made the journey to the village on foot in an effort to economize, oblivious to his wife's malevolent schemes.

Unknown to him, his wife liquidated his car along with other prized possessions, intending to gift the proceeds to her clandestine lover.

The motivation behind her relentless financial demands from her husband was her secret lover.

Her husband, utterly unsuspecting, remained in the dark about her deceit, his affection for her blinding him to the truth.

Notwithstanding their25-year marriage yielding no offspring, he declined to marry another, steadfast in his loyalty despite their childlessness.

The coronation was a resounding success, witnessing Mma's Father being anointed as the Eze Igwe IV of the Amazu Accent Kingdom.

The ceremony was graced by fifteen kings, each bringing along princes who quickly displayed an interest in marrying Princess Mma.

A few days post-coronation, as Princess Mma and her son Prince Nkem were making plans to depart for the city, her parents persuaded them to remain a while longer due to the influx of suitors vying for Mma's hand, among them Ejike, who, despite his visit, had yet to declare his intentions.

Prince Nkem, hoping to extend their stay, pointed out, "Mom, let's linger a bit; my school hasn't resumed yet."

Exasperated, she retorted, "Would you kindly remain silent if you’ve nothing of substance to say? I have my affairs in the city, plus we've already overstayed our welcome, lingering over two weeks in the village."

Conceding, Princess Mma decided, "Fine, you can remain here; I'll return for you once your school reopens."

Upon spotting Mma’s Uncle at the village parking area, preparing for his travel back to the city, Princess Mma and Ejike approached to extend their greetings.

"Good afternoon Uncle," Princess Mma offered warmly.

"Good afternoon, Princess Mma," he responded, his tone carrying a hint of remorse.

Princess Mma inquired, puzzled, "You returned for the coronation, yet I saw you not; we even passed by your residence."

Her Uncle, burdened with regret, confessed, "Indeed, my daughter, I came for the coronation. Yet, shame over how my wife and I have mistreated you prevented me from making myself known. Now, I'm engulfed by troubles. Please forgive me for backing my wife and neglecting your counsel," he pleaded for her forgiveness.

Princess Mma, with a heart of forgiveness, assured him, "It’s fine Uncle, I have forgiven you."

In an effort to switch topics, she introduced, "Please meet my friend Ejike. Ejike, this is my Uncle."

Noticing his absence of a vehicle, Princess Mma queried, "Uncle, you didn't bring your car? What happened?"

He responded, "It’s a tale too long for now, my daughter."

Offering kindness, she suggested, "Come, join me in my car for a ride. As they headed to the city, they engaged in an extended discussion, with Ejike trailing behind in his vehicle."

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As the ceremony unfolded, many departed amidst the chaos. However, Mma and Eriana remained by Adaora's side, offering support and urging her to find strength, cease her tears, and seek a solution.

The groom pleaded, "Please, speak to Adaora and her parents for me. I was led astray by my friend Kunle's poor advice, and now I find myself ensnared in this disaster."

"Kunle?" exclaimed Mma and Eriana in unison.

"That explains everything," they both remarked.

"Explain what? Are you keeping something from me?" the groom pressed.

"You should ask Adaora, your fiancée. She can explain it better," Mma suggested.

This exchange plunged the groom into deeper confusion, as he pondered the unknown conflict between his fiancée and his friend Kunle.

Adaora confessed, "Kunle has been pursuing me, despite knowing I'm committed to you. He never stopped sending gifts, which I consistently refused. When I tried to discuss this with you, you dismissed my concerns. Astonishingly, just five days before our traditional marriage, Kunle implored Mma to convince me to call it off, claiming his love for me. Infuriated by his audacity, Mma slapped him and showed him the door. Despite my warnings about your friends, particularly Kunle, you still chose him as your best man."

Meanwhile, a leaked audio conversation surfaced, showcasing Kunle admitting to a wager of ten million Naira to seduce Adaora.

The revelation was so shocking that the groom suffered a heart attack upon hearing it.

They rushed him to a local village hospital, where the doctor recommended a transfer to a city hospital due to inadequate medical facilities.

Rumors of his death began to circulate shortly after.

Adaora was left in a state of immense distress.

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Adaora's eagerly anticipated traditional wedding ceremony finally took place.

The ceremony was a magnet for dignitaries and high-profile individuals, whose presence lent a grandeur to the festivities.

As the event proceeded without a hitch, an unexpected twist occurred.

A close friend of Adaora's imminent husband pulled him aside to caution, "I suggest you refrain from drinking the palm wine. I'm wary of some Redcap Chiefs possibly poisoning your drink. Just discreetly dispose of it and act as though you've consumed it."

Unaware of the consequences, the groom-to-be heeded his friend's ill advice.

In a revered tradition, Adaora's father blessed the palm wine and presented it to Adaora, signaling her to reveal her chosen spouse to all in attendance.

The joyous atmosphere was palpable as Adaora, escorted by the Ashebi, danced gracefully around, seeking her groom. Upon locating him and kneeling to offer the wine, he subtly spilled it onto the ground, transforming the festivity into chaos. Elders immediately recognized the gravity of his actions, exclaiming, "Abomination! Such an act is unprecedented in the history of the Umuazu Accent Kingdom."

Enraged by the breach of tradition, Adaora's father declared the marriage null and void. Adaora retreated in distress, while the groom's family expressed their profound disappointment in his actions.

The groom's friend, harboring secret affections for Adaora, felt a twisted satisfaction, having achieved his aim of sabotaging the marriage.

The gathered guests were engulfed in embarrassment by the turn of events.

Blame was squarely placed on the friend by the groom, who realized the calamity his advice had spawned.

The unfortunate collapse of Adaora's Traditional Marriage became a tale that resonated deeply within the community and beyond.

In a plea for forgiveness, the groom implored, "Please accept my apologies, my dear in-laws; it was an unintended mistake," although his pleas fell on deaf ears.

This incident inadvertently provided fodder for Adaora's detractors, who wasted no time reveling in and spreading the gossip.

 

THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 28

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Engineer Stanley

Ejike, Mma, and Nkem traveled to the village to attend Adaora's traditional marriage ceremony. Their appearance at Nze Okoro's house during an elders' meeting sparked reactions as they were greeted with "Welcome our in-law."

The misconception even extended to Mma's parents, who confused Ejike for Nkem's father. Ejike, a young man with fair complexion, exudes wealth through his appearance, making him look distinguished.

Mma's mother discreetly approached her husband, Nze Okoro, expressing her concerns.

"My husband, with the young man's visit, it's evident he intends to proceed with our daughter's marriage rites. Once that is done, he will officially reclaim Nkem," voiced Mma's mother, filled with anticipation.

"I find no fault in that. I'm relieved the man who impregnated our daughter at such a young age is responsible. Perhaps our daughter was in a relationship with him but feared telling us the truth," Nze Okoro pondered aloud.

"Let's summon Mma, our daughter, to ascertain if the gentleman has come to propose marriage," added Nze Okoro optimistically.

Their discussion with Mma revealed that Ejike was not Nkem's father, leading Mma's mother to inquire, "Who then is Nkem's father?"

As Mma was about to reveal the truth, she became overwhelmed with emotions, bursting into tears. The effort to calm her down was interrupted by the arrival of Ejike and Nkem, who were taken aback by Mma's distress.

After Ejike shared the tale, Nze Okoro and his wife empathized deeply. "So, a mere gateman fathered our daughter's child. No wonder she was too ashamed to speak up. We must instill in Nkem our customs and show him the fatherly affection he lacked," resolved Nze Okoro.

"How far is Adaora's house from here?" Ejike inquired.

"It's not very far," Mma responded.

Subsequently, Ejike and Mma decided to visit Adaora's house together.

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THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 27

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Engineer Stanley

Life turned exceedingly difficult for Mma's Uncle and his wife as they embarked on their tough journey. He secured a loan from the bank and invested it in his wife's business. Unfortunately, she squandered all the money, leading to the closure of her business. Despite not having children, she kept making extravagant demands from her husband, leaving one to wonder on her expenditure. The situation worsened when the bank seized their house, which had been put up as collateral.

Unwavering, she failed to heed the warning signs. Mma's Uncle proposed relocating to a more affordable dwelling, but his wife staunchly refused.

A cautionary tale surfaces: a man dominated by his wife's whims may only recognize his folly when recovery is beyond reach. He found himself unemployed, stripped of his sole income, with his wife still resistant to any form of economizing.

“We shall be traveling to the village for my brother's coronation as Eze Igwe III of the Amazu Accent Kingdom,” Mma's Uncle announced, envisioning a semblance of joy amidst their turmoil.

In response, his wife decided to concoct a prank.

“Darling, I neglected to tell you - my mother's birthday falls on the same day as the coronation. We must celebrate in my village instead,” his wife cunningly said.

“Truly? In that case, we'll send a message and a birthday gift to your mother,” Mma's Uncle offered, attempting to mediate.

“No, we are attending my mother's birthday in my village, end of discussion,” she declared with finality.

“What then, shall we purchase for your mother's birthday?” Mma's Uncle inquired, seeking compromise.

“Simply buy her a car and a few other things, that's all,” she casually replied.

The suggestion left the man in utter disbelief.

“From where do you expect me to conjure such funds? Times are especially hard for us; I'm jobless and contemplating selling our cars to start a business I can manage,” Mma's Uncle explained, the weight of their predicament bearing down on him.

Their home turned into a battlefield as she berated her husband, hurling insults and exacerbating their strife.

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Engineer Stanley

The incident  left Mma and her son deeply shaken, grappling with the unintended consequences of her efforts to reconnect her son with his father - an endeavor that tragically culminated in the worst experience of her life. This event was particularly harrowing for Nkem, who had to witness his biological father's death.

The predicament extended to the two other girls he had impregnated, along with their mothers, who found themselves at a loss for what to do next.

Nkem spent three days isolated in his room, withdrawing from food and conversation, a situation that only compounded Mma's grief.

Despite her attempts to persuade Nkem to leave his room, he remained inside, unresponsive to her efforts. It wasn't until Ejike hurried to Mma's residence after receiving her distressing text message that a glimmer of hope appeared.

Ejike endeavored to uplift both Mma and Nkem's spirits by taking them out, although he himself was saddled with sorrow for the loss of his former gateman.

Ejike invariably puts others' happiness above his own, demonstrating a willingness to sacrifice for their well-being.

"Can we go to the village together?" Ejike inquired, suggesting a change of scenery.

"Yes, but I need to inform my parents first," Mma responded, contemplating the logistics of the trip.

"However, I have one condition," Mma added affectionately.

"What might that be?" Ejike asked, curious about her stipulation.

"You must stay with us in the village for at least two weeks because Adaora's traditional marriage is next week, and my father's coronation is scheduled for the following week," Mma explained, outlining the packed agenda.

Ejike, showing his deep affection, replied, "I could spend my entire lifetime in the village with you."

"I've already taken leave because of Adaora's traditional marriage; her husband is a close friend of mine," Ejike shared, highlighting his connection to the upcoming events.

The mutual warmth and understanding between them was evident as they exchanged smiles, acknowledging their shared anticipation.

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When Mma and her son Nkem departed for the city as planned, she opted not to inform Ejike of their impending arrival at his house.

Mma debated internally, "Should I inform Ejike of our arrival? No, he might be at work by the time we get there."

Despite Nkem's attempts to engage his mother in conversation, Mma's somber mood kept her from responding.

Upon reaching Ejike's residence, they found it deserted, with the gate firmly locked. Attempts to reach Ejike by phone were unsuccessful, as his number appeared to be out of service.

This turn of events only added to Mma's growing frustration.<

In a moment of curiosity, Nkem inquired, "Is this my father's house?"

Frustrated, Mma directed him, "Get back into the car now," as they prepared to leave.

While driving to Ejike's workplace, they witnessed an altercation involving two women and Nkem's father, the gateman. Mma decided to stop.

"You think you can impregnate our daughters and just run away? Today, you will either kill us or we will kill you," the women declared, filled with rage.

As Mma approached, the gateman recognized her and managed to escape from the women, only to meet a tragic fate when a speeding trailer hit him as he crossed the road.

The shocking incident left onlookers in tears, screaming from the trauma of witnessing such a gruesome scene.

With tears in her eyes, Mma revealed to Nkem that the man was his biological father, expressing frustration over Nkem's persistent inquiries about him despite her warnings.

She lamented his unwillingness to acknowledge Nkem, emphasizing that her intention had been to reconcile them before fate intervened tragically. The crowd that had gathered remained at a distance, horrified by the condition of the deceased.

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Nkem swelled with pride when the locals referred to him as Prince.

"Where is Daddy?" Nkem yelled, thrilled about his first visit to the village.

Nze Okoro was delighted to welcome his grandson Nkem, the one destined to succeed him after his reign.

"Come here, my grandson," he said joyfully. "It's wonderful to have you and your mother visit. You've grown so much."

"Are you my grandpa? But Mom said we were going to see my dad in the village. She didn't tell me the truth," Nkem complained, his face twisted in a frown.

"My friends mock me for not having a father," Nkem admitted, tears streaming down his face.

Mma's mother pulled her aside for a private conversation. "Why haven’t you told him the truth about his father? He's such a smart boy," she inquired.

"He's too young to understand; that's why I've kept it from him," Mma defended her decision.

"Did you register his school forms under my husband's name?" asked Mma's mother.

"Yes, but a few months ago I saw Nkem's father working as a gateman at my friend's place. I was too upset to speak to him about our son; he took advantage of me," Mma revealed.

Little did Mma and her mother know, Nkem had eavesdropped on their conversation.

What was meant to be a happy reunion for Nze Okoro's family became overshadowed by Nkem's insistent demands to meet his biological father.

"What shall we do about this situation?" Nze Okoro pondered aloud.

"There’s no need for concern. I'll take him to see his father first thing tomorrow morning. I don’t know why he's dredging up my past," Mma responded, clearly frustrated.

"I'll take you to meet your biological father tomorrow. We'll be heading back to the city early in the morning," Mma assured Nkem.

Nkem's mood instantly brightened at the news.

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The journey from the city to the village was exceedingly smooth. Throughout the trip, Nkem bombarded his mom with questions, which almost irritated her.

Nkem's intelligence is undeniable; even his teachers tread carefully when they respond to his queries due to his sharpness.

"Why does a child of his age seek to understand nearly everything?" Mma wondered silently while attempting to devise an answer to his latest question.

"Nkem, can't you see I'm driving? I will address your question once we arrive at the village," she said, using it as a pretext. Although Mma is bright, Nkem's wisdom and high IQ set him apart.

As they neared their village, a group of youths who remembered Mma's car from her previous visit began to chant, "Welcome our Princess, Welcome our Princess."

"Mom, they're calling you Princess," Nkem observed, curious about the reason behind it.

"Yes, I am and so are you, Prince Nkem, because Dad is going to be crowned King in the next eight market days," she explained.

Overjoyed, Nkem responded, "Mom, that means I will become King in the future. I've always dreamed of becoming a leader, just like King Charles."

"Nkem, you talk too much. Could you be quiet just this once? Besides, I envision your future as a medical doctor," Mma countered.

At this, Nkem's expression soured as he thought to himself, "I don't want to be a doctor."

Upon arriving home, Mma was greeted by some villagers who joyfully welcomed her with the words, "Welcome, my princess."

Mma's mother was overjoyed to finally reunite with her grandchild after a lengthy anticipation.

Ecstatic, she exclaimed, "Wow, good to see you, my son. Come and give grandma a hug," unable to contain her excitement.

The villagers respectfully greeted, "Greetings, My Queen."

Discontented with the oversight, Mma's mother voiced, "Didn't you notice my grandchild? Is he not mature enough to warrant a greeting?"

Quickly remedying the situation, the villagers corrected themselves, "We apologize, my queen. Greetings, My Prince," extending their respect to Nkem.

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Mma and her son, Nkem, were making preparations for their journey to the village to attend her father's Coronation and Adaora's Traditional Marriage.

Mma: We will be traveling to the village tomorrow.

Nkem: Mom, do we have a village?

Mma: Yes, my son.

Nkem: Okay, Mom. So, I will see Dad when we travel to the village tomorrow?

Mma: Yes, but didn't I warn you never to bring it up again?

Nkem: I'm sorry, Mom.<

Gateman: Good afternoon, sir.

Ejike: Good afternoon, please open the gate for me.

Gateman: No, my Madam is not around.

Ejike: Open the gate, I will wait for her inside.

Gateman: No, sir. Just go, please.

While they exchanged words, Mma heard their voices and approached to investigate.

Mma: What is going on there?

Gateman: Nothing, madam.

Upon hearing Mma's voice, Ejike sounded his horn again and then alighted from his car.

"Why did you lie to me saying your madam isn't around?" questioned Ejike.

Mma and Ejike then proceeded inside to have a discussion.

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Right around8:00am, Ejike was alerted by some commotion, only to discover two women and their daughters loudly berating his gateman, accusing him of impregnating both young women.

"What's happening here?" Ejike demanded.

One of the mothers, seething with anger, exclaimed, "Can you believe this? Your despicable gateman impregnated my daughter."

"And my daughter as well," the second woman added with equal vehemence.

"Please, let's all stay calm. Yelling won't fix anything. I'm utterly disheartened by this," Ejike stated, visibly upset.

Facing the gateman, Ejike's frustration escalated.

"Have you been using my security post as a love nest, engaging in liaisons with young women in my absence?" he confronted.

The altercation lasted nearly an hour.

"I must ask you to return later; I'm already late for work," Ejike hurriedly said.

"Fine, but we're leaving our daughters here. It's his duty to accept responsibility for their pregnancies," the women declared.

"No, you will take your daughters back home. It's the gateman's place, not mine, to provide them a home," Ejike insisted as he departed for work.

Ejike later recounted the morning's chaos over a phone call, saying, "You wouldn't believe the commotion at my house this morning before I left for work."

"What happened?" asked his friend.

"My gateman managed to impregnate two girls simultaneously. The noise from their mothers nearly brought down my house."

"Really? He impregnated two during these tough times? What are you planning to do?" his friend inquired over the phone.

"You know,15 years ago, my own gateman fled after a similar incident. A month later, a girl he impregnated came looking for him," his friend added.

Unbeknownst to Ejike, his friend was talking about Mma.

Upon returning home, Ejike found his gateman missing and the gate unattended. He was nowhere to be found, leaving Ejike with no choice but to enter and wait, though his gateman never returned.

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"Mma, you are so beautiful," Ejike said, his voice dripping with romance.

"Thanks, but you've said that countless times," Mma responded with a smile lighting up her face.

While driving, Ejike couldn't help but continue showering Mma with his romantic words.

"Just your smile is enough to brighten my day, even when I'm feeling down," Ejike professed.

"You're flattering me again with your words, but please focus on the road," Mma replied, concern lacing her voice.

With a playful tone, Ejike responded, "Your wish is my command, my princess," as a smile played on his lips.

Ejike then took her to one of the best restaurants, where Mma's beauty caused quite a stir, leading to some comical yet awkward situations among the other patrons. One girlfriend, unable to contain her jealousy, slapped her boyfriend and stormed out after catching him admiring Mma, exclaiming, "Can you believe this idiot? You're with me and still ogling another woman!" The tension prompted the other girlfriends to leave as well.

"Guys, we messed up, but honestly, this girl is stunning," one of the men commented, still in awe of Mma's beauty.

Mma and Ejike, oblivious to the commotion, enjoyed their time together, deep in conversation and fun.

"Thank you for going on this date with me," Ejike said, his appreciation evident.

"I caught you stealing my heart. Do you know why I didn't 'arrest' you?" Ejike playfully inquired.

"No, tell me why," Mma responded, intrigued.

"It's because I knew my heart would be safe with you," Ejike answered sincerely.

Taking out his smartphone, Ejike captured a picture of Mma.

"Why did you take a picture of me?" Mma asked, curiosity in her voice.

"So I can show our future children how beautiful their mother was when she was young," Ejike replied, a smile illuminating his face.

"You speak with such certainty. How sure are you?" Mma inquired.

"One hundred percent," Ejike replied fondly, his confidence unwavering.

The phone call that Mma received was from one of her salesgirls, informing her about the closing time and asking about taking Nkem along.

"Okay, I'm coming. Just give me a few minutes," Mma answered.

With hearts full of happiness, Ejike and Mma headed home, each lost in thoughts of the wonderful time they had shared together.

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 THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 19

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"My daughter, we are nearly done with the preparations for my coronation," Nze Okoro informed Mma.

"You've truly made your mother and me proud. Who would have thought that after we disowned you, you would rise to such remarkable heights," Nze Okoro added.

The next day, Mma went back to the city as planned. She made her way directly to Nkem's school to pick him up. When they surpassed their usual turnoff, Nkem inquired, "Mom, haven't we passed our street?"

"I've secured a new apartment for us," Mma explained.

Upon arrival, Nkem was brimming with excitement.

"Mom, I absolutely adore this place. My room is stunning; I no longer wish to live in the hostel," declared Nkem.

"How quickly can you get ready? I'm dropping you at my boutique, where my sales assistant will look after you. I've got an appointment to keep," Mma said.

By now, Mma had resolved to go on a date with Ejike.

Mma sent Ejike a text, "Could you pick me up at my boutique as you suggested? I'll leave my car there."

Ejike, overjoyed, responded immediately, "Yes, heading over now."

"Good afternoon, Uncle," Nkem greeted.

"Wow, it's great to see you've grown so much, you're such a big boy now," Ejike remarked.

"Nkem, go inside, can't you see I have a guest?" Mma said sternly.

"You got here quickly, did you fly?" Mma teased.

"They say opportunity only knocks once. I've been waiting for this moment for a long time, 'My Princess,'" Ejike confessed.

"Your Princess? Wait a minute. Has someone been talking about me?" Mma inquired with a puzzled look.

"What do you mean?" Ejike asked, eager for clarification.

"I'm curious, how did you know I am a Princess?" Mma queried.

"It's simple; my heart belongs to you," Ejike declared.

"Stop it with the flattery already, where are you taking me?" Mma playfully protested.

"It's going to be a surprise. Come on, let's get in the car and go," Ejike said enticingly.

And with that, they drove off.

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THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 18

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Engineer Stanley

Ejike sent a message to Mma, expressing his concern about not having received a response to his date request.

Mma responded with a text message, explaining that she had gone to the village but would be back soon. She suggested they could discuss the date upon her return.

While visiting the village market square, Mma's beauty captured everyone's attention, earning her the adoration as their new princess. However, some maidens whispered rumors about her pregnancy, questioning if she had terminated it since she returned without a child after many years.

The market women welcomed her warmly, offering gifts and addressing her as "My Princess."

Word of her return spread throughout the village, leading some maidens at the market to volunteer to carry the gifts to Mma's house since she couldn't manage them by herself.

Upon her arrival home, her parents were pleasantly surprised to see her accompanied by maidens laden with gifts.

The maidens greeted Mma's parents respectfully as "My King" and "My Queen."

Nze Okoro, warmly welcoming the maidens, responded with gratitude.

Mma's mother, surprised by the abundance of goods, remarked that Mma should have used her car for such purchases. Mma informed her that those were gifts from the market women.

Mma shared her experience at the market, expressing her astonishment at the attention and gifts she received, unsure of whether to accept or ignore them.

Turning to her father, Mma inquired about the preparations for his coronation, mentioning her plan to return to the city early the next morning but intending to visit her friend Adaora that evening.

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THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 17

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Adaora reached out to Mma over the phone.

"Mma, I have some news for you," Adaora announced on the call.

"So much has unfolded in the village. Unfortunately, the King has passed away; your Uncle, who was the Eze Igwe III of the Amazu Accent Kingdom, has been laid to rest," shared Adaora further.

Mma was overwhelmed with shock and began to weep uncontrollably.

"Please, Mma, try to compose yourself. The news of the King's demise wasn't the sole reason for my call," Adaora attempted to soothe her.

"Your parents were overjoyed with the gifts you sent them. Moreover, your father is poised to be crowned the next King, becoming the Eze Igwe IV of the Amazu Accent Kingdom," she conveyed the uplifting news.

"Do you grasp the significance? You'll be Princess, and your mother will ascend to the status of Queen," Adaora continued, building on the joyous future awaiting Mma.

Yet, Mma remained distraught over the loss of the King.

"I regret mentioning the King's passing initially; you really must gather your strength," Adaora admitted remorsefully.

"I'll be returning to the city in a couple of days," she then informed Mma.

The very next morning, Mma made her journey back to the village to reunite with her parents.

Her parents welcomed her with immense joy, having not seen her for years.

"My child, your mother and I deeply regret the way we treated you during your time of need," Eze Okoro confessed.

"We were blinded by our desire to protect our standing within the church, not realizing it only exacerbated the issues," Eze Okoro continued, expressing his remorse.

"It's all in the past now, Dad. Those times were challenging, but I am thankful for where I stand today," Mma responded with grace.

"When you left, you were pregnant. What happened to the child?" inquired Mma's mother with concern.

"I didn't bring him with me. I was supposed to pick him up today, but I hurried back to the village after hearing the news from Adaora," Mma clarified.

"His name is Nkem; he's grown so much," she shared fondly.

"He's a boy? This is wonderful news! At least there is someone to continue your legacy after your reign," Mma's mother exclaimed with happiness.

"Mma, whose red car did you arrive in?" Eze Okoro asked with curiosity.

"The car is mine; thanks to my friend Eriana's help, I have now achieved considerable success in the city," Mma proudly explained.

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THE STORY OF MMA EPISODE 16

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"Have you tried reaching out to Mma's childhood friends, Eriana and Adaora? They might know Mma's whereabouts or at least have her contact," Adanne asked.

"Not really, but I don't think either of them is still in the village. The last time I saw them was when they came to plead on Mma's behalf, but my wife and I didn't give them the time of day. My wife said a lot of things that drove them away in anger," Nze Okoro responded.

"Well, I suggest going to see their parents; maybe I could get their contact numbers," Adanne said.

When she arrived at Adaora's house, she found it empty. Just as she was about to leave, Adaora arrived, honking her horn to signal her parents that she was back.

"Good afternoon, Auntie Adanne," Adaora greeted.

"Good afternoon, Adaora. It's good to see you. It seems your parents and siblings are at the farm. I've been knocking, but no one answered," Adanne said.

"Is everything okay? It's unusual for you to come by our house," Adaora replied.

"There's no problem. I'm actually here to see you. I was going to visit Eriana's house next, but something told me to come here first," Adanne explained.

"You look beautiful; city life must be treating you well," Adanne added.

"I have a message for your brother and his wife. Their daughter Mma asked me to deliver something to them," Adaora replied.

"Really? How is Mma? Is she okay? Her father sent me to collect your number from your parents, in case you knew anything about Mma's whereabouts," Adanne inquired.

"Mma is doing very well; she misses her parents a lot. Come, let's get into my car and go see Mma's parents," Adaora suggested.

"This is your car?" Adanne asked, curious.

"Yes, it is. I'm back in town for my traditional and white wedding preparations and I wanted to officially invite you," Adaora happily shared.

"This is indeed a double blessing - a car and a husband! I'm overjoyed for you," Adanne remarked.

They continued their conversation on the way to Mma's parents' house.

Nze Okoro was overjoyed to hear that Mma and his grandchild were doing well. Mma's mother apologized to Adaora for how she had treated her and Eriana before, likening them to "birds of the same feather."

Mma's parents joyfully accepted the gifts from their daughter Mma.

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