BONDED FOREVER. 16. I’M READY. BONUS chapter sponsored by Anonymous PEARL I haven’t seen Andziso since Tuesday when things were heated up but for the past two nights I haven’t gone to sleep without getting my goodnight text. Since we began dating, this is is the first big fight we’ve ever had and I’m hoping … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 15. YOU AND VIOLENCE. PEARL I find Mika waiting for me next to my car and one look at her had me wishing there was a quicker way to get us back to work because I can’t trust myself to stay calm around her after what just happened in that restaurant. I wish … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 14. I’M NOT A THREAT. SHAMISO My day started off good because I had a great night. I don’t remember the last time I was restless not because of all my troubles but because I have something to look forward to. Andziso probably has no idea of the burden that he has lifted … Read more
BONDED FOREVER 13. START OUT SLOWLY. SHAMISO “Who was that?” Simon asks while following me. I thought I was off the hook but clearly not so I slightly turn to respond while I continue to walk. “A customer.” “He didn’t buy anything and customers don’t just say ‘later’ what was that about?” he catches up … Read more
BONDED FOREVER 12. WHAT SHE SAID. BONUS chapter sponsored by Anonymous SHAMISO “There you go, pretty girl! You’re ready to go to school now.” I hold up the mirror so my little customer can marvel over her new hairstyle and Ana holds one at the back too so she can see what the back looks … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. BONUS chapter sponsored by Anonymous 11. LIFETIME REMINDER. BONUS chapter sponsored by Anonymous ANDZISO “Is she still in her room?” I ask Enelo when I get back from filling my car. “You know she is, your little girl is dramatic and she’s waiting for you to go see her.” “She’s waiting to make … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 10. EARLY DAYS. ANDZISO I stare at the wall of fame by the staircase in my brother’s house. It was set up my ses’Voni and just like in my brother’s first house, our mom’s picture is right at the centre. On the sides there’s mine and Tiyani’s graduation photos. The recent addition is … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 9. DEAD TO EVERYONE. BONUS chapter sponsored by Anonymous SHAMISO Andziso’s arms loosen around me when Anaishe clears her throat from behind me and I turn to look at her. She already has her handbag and overnight bag ready. “I’ll be on my way now, I’ll call to let you know if I’m … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 8. AFTER THIS EVENING. SHAMISO With the sudden change of plans, I race against time to get ready and make it to work on time. The last thing I need is Simon breathing down my neck about late coming when he’s the one who switched things up at the eleventh hour. It’s crazy … Read more
BONDED FOREVER. 7. RETALIATION. SHAMISO “Are you almost done?” Ana taps her hand on her thigh, she’s asking me this question for the second time in a span of a few minutes. “Almost, what’s the rush?” “I’m just tired, I want to get home and wait for you to fix us something to eat.” she … Read more