She Locks Herself In with Her Daughter’s Fiancé | Love Put to the Test
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She explained that she was using her money to help Soki pay his school fees.
Sarah, furious and convinced that Soki was taking advantage of her daughter, decided to take drastic measures.
She went to the police and filed a complaint against Soki, claiming that he had manipulated Adanna into stealing money.
The authorities, influenced by Sarah’s dramatic version of events, arrested Soki and took him to the police station.
Adanna, desperate, tried to plead Soki’s case, explaining that it was her choice to help him and that there had been no manipulation.
But her mother, blinded by anger and prejudice, refused to listen.
For her, Soki represented a danger to her daughter’s future, and she was determined to separate him from Adanna by any means necessary.
Thus, Soki found himself in prison, innocent but falsely accused.
Adanna, torn between her love for Soki and her family’s pressures, had to find a way to prove his innocence and overcome the obstacles before them.
Adanna, in tears and devastated by Soki’s arrest, rushed to Soki’s parents to inform them of the situation.
Upon arriving, with red eyes from sorrow and fatigue, she found Léa and Kojo deep in conversation in their small home.
As soon as they saw Adanna in tears, they knew something serious had happened.
Adanna told them everything, from beginning to end, explaining how she had used her money to help Soki and how her enraged mother had filed a complaint against him.
Léa and Kojo, distraught by Adanna’s words, decided to accompany her to see Thomas, Adanna’s father.
They knew that only quick intervention could save Soki.
Together, they headed to Adanna’s large house.
Thomas, unaware of Soki’s arrest, was surprised to see his daughter arrive with her parents.
Adanna, still in tears, begged her father to listen.
She explained in detail everything that had happened, insisting that Soki had done nothing wrong and that he was unjustly imprisoned.
As she explained, her mother, Sarah, entered the room and began to contest her daughter’s words.
A heated exchange ensued between Adanna and her mother.
Adanna, red with anger and despair, tried to make her mother understand that Soki was not a manipulator but a good and honest person.
Sarah, blinded by her prejudices, refused to listen.
Thomas, shocked and moved by his daughter’s distress, finally spoke to calm the situation.
He decided to act immediately.
He went with Léa, Kojo, and Adanna to the police station.
Using his influence and resources, he explained the true version of events to the authorities, vouching for Soki’s innocence.
Thanks to Thomas’s intervention, Soki was released.
Adanna, relieved but still upset, returned home with her parents.
A serious discussion ensued.
Sarah, still furious, decided to take a radical decision to separate Adanna and Soki.
She announced that Adanna would finish her senior year at a very expensive private school, far from Soki.
This new school, renowned for its academic excellence but also for its exorbitant fees, ensured that Soki could not follow her, given his financial difficulties.
Adanna, devastated by this news, understood that her mother would do anything to separate them.
Despite her protests, the decision was made.
She was transferred to the distant private school, and the two lovers had to part ways.
Soki, back at school, found the year particularly difficult without Adanna by his side.
The pain of separation and financial challenges continued to weigh heavily on him.
However, he was determined to succeed, knowing that this was what Adanna would have wanted for him.
With Adanna’s absence weighing heavily on his morale, Soki faced a mountain of financial difficulties.
To help him finish his school year, his father, Kojo, decided to double his efforts.
Kojo found a second job as a night watchman, in addition to his daytime work at the construction company.
He embarked on this mission with determination, even though it meant less sleep and exhausting days.
The three months remaining before the end of the school year were crucial.
Léa and Chloé understood Kojo’s sacrifices and did everything they could to support him, tightening their belts and reducing expenses to the bare minimum.
Soki, touched by his father’s efforts, focused more on his studies, determined not to let his family’s sacrifices be in vain.
Finally, thanks to his family’s combined efforts and his own determination, Soki completed his year successfully and passed his high school exams.
Adanna, on her part, also passed her exams with flying colors, despite the distance and trials they had faced.
However, the joy of success was short-lived.
Kojo, exhausted by months of relentless work and sleepless nights, fell seriously ill.
The family, already financially strained, faced a new challenge: finding the money needed for Kojo’s medical care.
Desperate and willing to do anything to save his father, Soki made a bold decision.
He went to Adanna’s house, the only wealthy family he knew, hoping to get help.
Upon arriving, he discovered that Adanna and her father were absent.
Sarah, Adanna’s mother, received him.
Trembling with worry and hope, Soki explained the critical situation of his father and the urgent need for money for medical care.
Although Sarah was initially reluctant, the urgency of the situation and the sincerity in Soki’s eyes made her reconsider.
She asked him to wipe his tears and stay calm, then invited him into the house to discuss in more detail.
Later, Soki returned to the hospital with the necessary money for his father’s treatment.
Thanks to this unexpected help, Kojo received the treatment he needed, and his condition gradually improved.
Soki’s family, though still modest, found in this ordeal a new source of strength and unity.
The next day, after helping Soki, Sarah was pondering how to talk to her daughter.
Since Soki’s arrest, Adanna hadn’t spoken to her.
The pain and resentment Adanna felt towards her mother had created a chasm between them, gnawing at Sarah with guilt.
Timidly, Sarah approached Adanna’s room.
She gently knocked on the door before entering.
“Adanna, can I talk to you for a moment?” she asked, her voice trembling.
Adanna, surprised by this unusual approach from her mother, looked up from her book.
“What do you want?” she replied curtly.
Sarah took a deep breath before continuing.
“Yesterday, your friend came here.
” Adanna, suddenly on guard, frowned.
“Which friend?” “The boy that.
.
.
that we had imprisoned,” Sarah said, choosing her words carefully.
“He had a problem.
His father was very ill.
” Adanna felt a wave of anger and worry rise within her.
“And what did you do to him? Did you chase him away? Why didn’t you tell me about this yesterday?” She was already anticipating the worst, knowing her mother’s typical reaction.
Sarah moved closer gently, her hands outstretched as a sign of peace.
“No, no, listen to me.
Yesterday, when you came back with your father, you were tired after traveling a long distance.
That’s why I preferred to tell you today.
” She continued, “Your friend, Soki, came here for help.
His father was very sick, and he wanted to see you.
Since you weren’t here, I gave him the money needed for his father’s medical care.
” Adanna, stunned, didn’t know what to say.
“So his father was really sick?” Sarah nodded.
“Yes, he was very ill.
The way I saw Soki, it was serious.
Given the courage he showed by coming here, I understood it was urgent.
I had to give him the money.
” Overwhelmed with emotion, Adanna approached her mother and hugged her.
“Thank you, Mom.
I’m sorry for all our fights.
Thank you for helping Soki and his family.
” A relieved smile appeared on Sarah’s face.
“So, do you think this boy is really good for you? If that’s the case, we will help him even more.
We can even offer him a job so he can help his family.
” Adanna, delighted, responded, “That’s a great idea.
I’ll go visit him to tell him that my parents want to offer him a job.
” Thus, a new understanding was born between Adanna and her mother, marking the beginning of a reconciliation and renewed support for Soki and his family.
Adanna prepared to visit Soki with hopeful news for their future.
Adanna went to Soki’s house to announce the news.
Upon arrival, she found Soki in their modest home, surrounded by his family.
After inquiring about Kojo’s health, she explained to Soki why she wasn’t home the day before.
“I didn’t feel comfortable at home,” Adanna admitted.
“I preferred to accompany my father out of town to handle a business matter.
There was too much tension with my mother, and I didn’t want to stay.
” Soki, understanding, nodded.
“I understand, Adanna.
Thank you for coming.
How did it go with your mother?” Adanna smiled slightly.
“That’s where it gets interesting.
My mother told me what happened yesterday.
She said she gave you the money for your father’s care.
And she has a proposition for you.
” Soki, surprised, frowned.
“What proposition?” “My parents want to help you.
They are offering you a position in one of their companies.
They can train you and give you a good job.
It’s a great opportunity for you, Soki.
” Soki, taken aback, hesitated.
“But Adanna, I just graduated.
I had planned to continue my studies.
” Adanna quickly reassured him.
“I know, but this opportunity can help you become responsible and support your family.
You can always resume your studies later.
The training lasts six months, and then you’ll have a stable job.
Think about your family, Soki.
” Soki pondered for a moment, weighing his options.
The proposition was tempting and, at the same time, daunting.
However, he knew this opportunity could really change his family’s life.
“Alright, Adanna.
I accept,” he finally said.
Adanna smiled, relieved.
“That’s great, Soki! I’ll tell my parents the news, and we’ll schedule a meeting for you.
” The next day, Soki went to the company’s office with Adanna and her parents.
Sarah, Adanna’s mother, introduced him to the company officials.
Soki was warmly welcomed and informed that he would undergo six months of training before starting his job.
Over the following months, Soki worked hard, learning the necessary skills and integrating into the company.
Thanks to this new opportunity, he began to earn a living and support his family.
Soki and his loved ones’ lives took a positive turn, marking the beginning of a new era of stability and prosperity.
Shortly after Soki started working, Adanna’s parents made her an unexpected proposal: to go abroad for three years to pursue a master’s degree.
Adanna, deeply attached to Soki, disapproved of this idea.
She didn’t want to leave Soki or their country.
However, Soki, understanding the importance of this opportunity for her future, took the time to talk to her carefully and thoughtfully.
“Adanna,” he began gently, “I understand you don’t want to leave, that you want to stay here with me.
But think about what this chance could bring you.
A master’s degree abroad would open so many doors for you.
You could access knowledge and experiences you wouldn’t find anywhere else.
” Seeing her still hesitating, he added, “I know it’s hard, but our love is strong.
We’ve already overcome so many obstacles.
And then, it’s not like we have to give up everything.
We can stay in touch, support each other despite the distance.
This isn’t a final separation; it’s just a different chapter of our story.
” Adanna listened attentively, tears in her eyes.
Soki took her hand and continued, “I want you to achieve your dreams, to explore your abilities to the fullest.
Don’t let the fear of distance deprive us of this opportunity.
We will find each other again, stronger and more accomplished.
” Convinced by Soki’s sincere and profound words, Adanna finally agreed to leave.
During the first months of her absence, Soki devoted himself to his work, becoming more and more competent and confident.
Thanks to his job and the training he received, he started earning well, improving his family’s conditions.
During this period, a relationship of trust and friendship developed between Soki and Sarah, Adanna’s mother.
Sarah, initially skeptical and reluctant, discovered in Soki a respectful, hardworking, and loyal young man.
Their bond became strong, often leading to discussions on various topics.
However, Adanna, on her part, began to feel increasing discomfort.
Since she left for abroad, Soki called her less and less.
The few times they did speak, the conversations seemed short and distant.
Adanna sent him messages, but often, they went unanswered.
This lack of communication plunged her into doubt and worry.
She started to wonder if Soki had forgotten her or if he was too absorbed in his new life.
Her studies, once a passion, became a burden.
She struggled to concentrate, and her results suffered.
One evening, after a particularly difficult day, Adanna found herself alone in her dorm room, tears in her eyes.
She felt abandoned, far from home and from Soki.
The silence from her once reassuring friend was now a source of pain.
Meanwhile, Soki, though aware of the growing distance between him and Adanna, was getting absorbed in his work and new responsibilities.
The closeness with Sarah, who appreciated him more and more, also contributed to this unintended detachment.
Adanna, lost in her thoughts and emotions, began to consider returning earlier than planned.
The pain of separation was becoming unbearable, and she knew she had to make a decision for her emotional well-being.
That evening, overwhelmed by her emotions, Adanna decided to call her mother.
Tears streamed down her cheeks as she tried to gather her thoughts.
“Mom, I need to talk to you,” she began, her voice trembling.
Sarah, on the other end of the line, immediately sensed her daughter’s distress.
“What’s wrong, my dear?” Adanna took a deep breath before spilling everything.
“Since I left, I’ve noticed that Soki hardly ever calls me anymore.
He doesn’t respond to my messages, and I’m starting to wonder if he’s forgotten me.
My grades are suffering.
I can’t concentrate.
I’m so far away from all of you, and I feel so alone.
” Sarah, trying to comfort her daughter, replied softly, “Adanna, I understand your pain.
Life sometimes throws difficult trials our way.
But you must stay strong.
Sometimes, when someone gets what they desire, their true colors show.
Maybe Soki wasn’t who you thought he was when he was in a position of weakness.
Now that he has means, perhaps he’s showing his true self.
” She continued, trying to offer another perspective: “Maybe Soki is influenced by the money and his new position.
He might be starting to look elsewhere, to think differently.
It’s something I feared from the start.
But that’s not a reason for you to give up on your studies.
You have to fight, be strong.
Pursue your dreams, my dear.
” Adanna, though comforted by her mother’s words, remained worried.
“Mom, is Dad there? I tried calling him, but his phone doesn’t seem to be working.
” Sarah explained, “No, your father is away on a business trip.
He might be in an area with poor reception or just very busy.
” After finishing the call with Adanna, Sarah decided to call Soki.
She knew this situation couldn’t last.
When Soki picked up, she didn’t waste any time expressing her concern.
“Soki, it’s Sarah.
I need to talk to you about something very important.
Adanna called me tonight.
She’s very worried and in pain because of you.
She’s even considering coming back to the country and dropping out of her studies.
Soki, I can’t understand how she can still be capable of making such decisions because of you.
I don’t understand.
” Soki wanted to explain.
“Sarah, I can explain.
.
.
” But Sarah interrupted him brusquely.
“I don’t need explanations, I need facts.
” Soki, realizing the gravity of the situation, responded calmly, “Okay, understood, ma’am.
I will sort this out.
” “Okay, I hope so,” Sarah concluded before hanging up.
The next morning, Soki woke up deep in thought.
He stayed in bed for a few minutes, holding his phone, hesitant to make a call.
Lost in his thoughts, tears began to quietly stream down his cheeks.
He felt torn between his responsibilities and his feelings for Adanna.
Suddenly, his little sister Chloé walked into his room.
She immediately noticed her brother’s tears.
“Why are you crying?” she asked, her tone innocent but concerned.
Soki jumped, quickly wiped his tears, and tried to smile.
“I’m not crying, Chloé.
I was just lost in thought.
” Chloé, though young, was intelligent and perceptive.
She understood that something was troubling her brother, but chose not to press.
“I’d like you to drop me at school this morning when you go to work.
I have things to do early with my friends, and I don’t want to wait for the bus.
” Soki nodded.
“Of course, Chloé.
Get ready, we’ll leave soon.
” He hurried to dress and prepare, trying to push his troubling thoughts aside.
Once they were ready, they got in the car, and Soki drove Chloé to school.
Upon arrival, Chloé gave him a hug before getting out of the car.
“I don’t know what’s bothering you, but I know you’ll make the right choice,” she said confidently.
“You’ve always known how to make the right decisions.
I trust you.
” Her words resonated with him.
Soki was moved by Chloé’s insight.
He realized she had understood that he was facing a difficult decision.
“Okay, Chloé.
I’ll keep that in mind.
Have a good day at school.
” He watched his sister enter the school, then continued on to work.
Throughout the day, he remained absorbed in his thoughts, trying to find a solution to the situation with Adanna and the pressure from Sarah.
By the end of his shift, Soki knew he had to act.
He couldn’t let the situation deteriorate any further.
He took a deep breath, determined to find a way to resolve this dilemma.
Soki then went to the human resources office to submit his resignation.
The HR manager, surprised and puzzled, looked at Soki with some confusion.
“Soki, why this sudden resignation? You are a key asset to our company, and your position is not easy to replace.
You do excellent work here.
” Soki, visibly determined, placed the resignation letter on the desk.
“I’m sorry, but I’ve made my decision.
It’s something I have to do.
” The HR manager, concerned, couldn’t approve this resignation without understanding the deeper reasons.
“Soki, let me at least try to understand.
Is there a problem we can solve?” Soki shook his head.
“No, it’s a personal decision.
Thank you for everything, but I have to go.
” After his departure, the HR manager immediately called Sarah to inform her of the situation.
“Mr.s.
Sarah, I received Soki’s resignation this morning.
I don’t know the exact reasons, but he seemed very determined.
This is troubling, especially since he holds a key position and replacing him will be difficult.
” Sarah, worried, immediately understood the gravity of the situation.
“Thank you for informing me.
I will talk to Soki right away.
” Meanwhile, Soki was on his way home, deep in thought.
His phone rang, and he saw it was Sarah calling.
He answered.
“Soki, come to the house immediately.
We need to talk.
” Upon arriving at Sarah’s, Soki was greeted by a visibly disturbed and worried woman.
“Soki, why did you resign? What’s going on?” Soki took a deep breath and began to speak.
It turned out that when he had come to ask Sarah for money to treat his father, Sarah had made him a conditional offer.
She had given him the necessary money for the treatment and promised him a stable job in exchange for a few strict conditions.
The main condition was that Soki had to convince Adanna to pursue her studies abroad, thus creating a distance between them.
Additionally, Soki had to gradually detach himself from Adanna and eventually break up with her.
Sarah had seen this as a technique to separate the two young lovers, believing that the distance and the breakup would eventually pull Adanna away from Soki for good.
In return, she had promised to help Soki financially and professionally, which she had done.
However, after following the first two steps of their agreement, Soki now faced the reality of his feelings for Adanna.
He couldn’t bring himself to betray her by breaking up with her.
The guilt and love he felt were pushing him to end this agreement.
Soki continued: “I can’t continue with what we agreed on.
I convinced Adanna to go abroad for her studies.
I did my best to create distance between us.
But as for breaking up with her, I can’t do it.
I don’t think I can.
The money you gave me for my father’s treatment, I can repay you.
As for the rest, I prefer to resign because if I have this job today, it was partly because of this agreement.
But since I can’t break up with Adanna, I can’t continue.
” Sarah remained silent for a moment, absorbing Soki’s words.
She hadn’t anticipated that Soki’s feelings for Adanna were so deep.
“Soki, do you realize the complicated situation we are in now?” “Yes, I understand,” Soki replied, “but I can’t continue living a lie.
I’m sorry.
” After a few moments of reflection, Sarah sighed and looked Soki straight in the eyes.
“Okay, I understand, Soki.
I realize how much you love my daughter.
You don’t need to resign.
The company needs you, and I don’t want you to leave.
” Sarah chose her words carefully to convince him to stay.
“We will cancel what we agreed upon.
You don’t have to break up with Adanna anymore.
But I ask you not to resign.
You are a valuable asset to the company, and you have proven your loyalty and integrity.
” Soki, relieved, sincerely thanked Sarah.
“Thank you, Mr.s.
Sarah.
This means a lot to me.
” Sarah smiled and gently placed a hand on his shoulder.
“It’s alright.
You know, you are like a son to me now.
I believe you will be good for my daughter.
” With these reassuring words, Sarah managed to calm Soki, who left the house feeling relieved.
However, once Soki was gone, Sarah began to devise a new plan.
She had not completely given up on the idea of separating Soki and Adanna.
She called a young woman named Lisa, who also worked at their company.
“Lisa, I need your help with a small project.
You need to bump into Soki and try to seduce him.
Suggest going for a drink and get close to him.
Make it seem natural.
” Intrigued, Lisa accepted the mission.
The following evening, she crossed paths with Soki by chance in the company hallway.
“Hi Soki, you look tired.
How about grabbing a drink after work? Just to unwind a bit.
” Soki, thoughtful, accepted the invitation.
They met at a quiet bar.
At the beginning of their conversation, Lisa tried to get closer to Soki.
However, he quickly made his boundaries clear.
“Listen, Lisa,” Soki said, “I’m flattered that you suggested having a drink, but I need to be clear.
I’m in a relationship with someone I deeply love.
I’m not looking for anything more.
” Lisa, smiling despite everything, responded, “I understand, Soki.
No problem, I just wanted to get to know you a bit better.
” Meanwhile, Sarah, who had orchestrated everything, drove by the bar.
With her phone, she discreetly filmed Soki and Lisa chatting and sharing a drink.
Satisfied with her work, she returned home with proof to exploit.
The next day, Sarah called Adanna.
“My dear, there’s something I need to talk to you about.
” Adanna, worried, replied, “What? What’s happening, Mom?” Sarah took a deep breath before starting her speech.
“Actually, my dear, I told you that boy wasn’t good for you.
Since you left, I’ve often seen him with other girls.
I’ve heard a lot about him, but I didn’t say anything because I didn’t want to interfere in your relationship.
But now, I think it’s gone too far.
” Adanna listened, shocked and incredulous.
“What do you mean, Mom?” Sarah continued, “I caught him with a girl.
That’s why I decided to take a video so you can see for yourself.
These are not just rumors, it’s something I’ve seen multiple times.
Today, I have concrete proof.
” Adanna, her voice trembling, asked, “What? You have a video?” “Yes, I do.
Look,” said Sarah, sending the video to Adanna.
Seeing the video, Adanna felt her heart break.
She didn’t know what to think anymore.
Sarah’s manipulation began to take effect, sowing doubt and pain in Adanna’s heart.
After watching the video, Adanna cried all night.
She was devastated, her heart shattered by the images she had seen.
That same evening, when Soki returned home after his conversation with Lisa, he felt the need to talk to Adanna.
He took his phone and called her, but she didn’t answer.
Worried, he kept trying, calling multiple times, but each call went unanswered.
Soki started to worry, wondering if something serious had happened to Adanna.
He went to bed with a sense of unease, unable to understand what was happening.
The next morning, Sarah called Lisa for an update.
“So, how did it go with Soki last night?” Lisa, disappointed, replied, “It didn’t work.
He didn’t accept my advances.
He told me he was in love with someone else and wasn’t looking for anything else.
” Sarah gritted her teeth, frustrated that her plan had failed.
Later that day, she decided to call Soki for help.
“Soki, can you come to the house? I need your help with something.
” Intrigued but obedient, Soki agreed and went to Sarah’s house.
Upon arrival, she finally explained the problem.
“There’s a shelf that came loose in my bedroom.
Can you help me fix it?” Soki, finding it strange, responded, “Why didn’t you call the technicians?” Sarah quickly explained, “I don’t want just anyone in my bedroom, especially with all the valuables we have here.
I trust you, you’re practically part of the family.
” Reassured by her words, Soki agreed and followed Sarah to the bedroom.
Upon arrival, she showed him the loose shelf, and Soki began to work on fixing it.
However, while he was focused on the repair, he heard a noise behind him.
Turning around, he saw that Sarah had closed the bedroom door.
Surprised, Soki asked, “Why did you close the door?” Sarah suddenly changed her demeanor, her gaze becoming intense and her tone softer.
“Soki, I need to tell you something.
I’m in love with you.
Take me.
I need you.
” Soki, shocked and uncomfortable, tried to resist.
“I can’t do this, Sarah.
It’s impossible.
You’re almost like a mother to me.
You’re Adanna’s mother.
” Sarah approached him, tears in her eyes.
“I’m not Adanna’s mother.
Her mother died right after giving birth to her.
I raised her, but I’m not her biological mother.
Please, Soki, I’m in love with you.
Take me.
” Soki backed away, horrified by the situation.
“No, I can’t.
I’m sorry, but I have to leave.
” He headed for the door, but realized the key was in Sarah’s hand.
“Give me the key,” he demanded, trying to stay calm.
Sarah, determined, put the key behind her back.
“No, I won’t give you the key.
Not until you kiss me.
” Soki insisted, “Give me the key, now.
” Seeing he wouldn’t relent, Soki moved closer to her to try to take the key.
At that moment, Sarah forcibly kissed him.
Furious, Soki pushed her away, but she continued to hold onto him.
“Give me the key!” he shouted.
Enraged, Sarah finally threw the key at him.
“Take your key and leave!” she screamed.
Soki grabbed the key, quickly unlocked the door, and left the bedroom, his heart pounding.
Leaving the house, he felt the weight of the revelation and the situation bearing down on him.
After leaving Sarah, Soki was angry, furious, realizing how diabolical Sarah was.
In his car, he began to suspect Sarah’s destructive capabilities.
He decided to call Adanna to inform her before she learned the truth in another way.
However, when he tried to call her, the call wouldn’t go through.
It didn’t even ring.
Apparently, Adanna had changed her number, not wanting anything more to do with Soki after seeing the evidence her mother had sent.
Frustrated and worried, Soki went home, his heart heavy and his mind tormented.
Days passed, and Soki tried to focus on his work despite everything.
One morning, he welcomed a new intern, Marc, who was supposed to work with him.
Marc, enthusiastic and curious, made an effort to understand what Soki was doing, showing diligence and attentiveness.
Over the next two months, Soki and Marc worked closely together.
Marc learned quickly and seemed to integrate perfectly with the team.
However, Soki couldn’t shake the persistent worry and frustration caused by recent events.
One morning, after two months of working with Marc, Soki was summoned to the human resources office.
Upon arrival, he sensed an unusual tension in the air.
The HR manager, looking serious, greeted him and asked him to sit down.
“Soki, we regret to inform you that your contract has been terminated.
You are being let go as of today,” he announced bluntly.
Stunned, Soki asked, “Why? What did I do wrong? What are the reasons for this decision?” The manager dodged the question, offering vague and standardized answers.
“We have determined that your skills no longer match the current needs of the company.
It’s a difficult but necessary decision.
” Soki felt a wave of frustration and anger rising within him.
“And who will replace me?” he asked, trying to understand the extent of the situation.
The HR manager replied, “Marc, the intern, will take your position.
We believe he is well-suited for the role.
” Soki left the HR office, bewildered.
He headed to his desk to gather his belongings before leaving.
Walking down the hallway, he passed by Lisa’s office and saw Marc and Lisa kissing.
Lisa was congratulating Marc, welcoming him to his new position.
Seeing this, Soki instantly understood that Marc, the intern, was actually Lisa’s boyfriend, the woman Sarah had used to try to seduce him.
Soki smiled ironically and shook his head, realizing the extent of the betrayal.
Lisa and Marc, seeing Soki, felt embarrassed and ashamed.
They avoided his gaze, aware of the uncomfortable situation.
Without a word, Soki continued to his desk, gathered his things, and left the company.
After being unexpectedly fired, Soki, furious, drove home, his thoughts swirling with anger and frustration.
Upon arriving home, he immediately felt an atmosphere of sadness.
His mother was crying, his sister looked dejected, and his father, Kojo, sat silent and despairing.
Soki, disturbed, asked, “What’s going on here?” Chloé, his little sister, found the strength to reply, “They just fired Dad.
They let him go without paying his dues.
It’s unfair.
” Soki instantly understood what was happening.
Knowing the influence of Adanna’s parents and Sarah’s recent schemes, he knew this could only be the result of her machinations.
Without seeking more details, he got in his car and sped towards Sarah’s house, determined to get answers.
On the way, he tried calling Sarah, but she didn’t answer.
He persisted, dialing her number repeatedly, but each call went unanswered.
Soki’s anger rose another notch.
Arriving in front of Sarah’s house, he tried to enter, but the guard stopped him.
“Madame said that if you came here, I should not let you in,” the guard said firmly.
Soki, boiling with rage, shouted, “I need to talk to her!” He started yelling loudly, “Sarah! Sarah!” Thomas, Adanna’s father, heard the shouting from inside the house.
Curious and worried, he came out to see what was happening.
“What’s going on here?” he asked.
Soki, desperate, replied, “The guard won’t let me in.
I need to talk to Sarah.
It’s urgent.
” Thomas, seeing the distress on Soki’s face, signaled the guard to let him in.
“Let him in,” he ordered.
Soki quickly entered the house, his eyes searching for Sarah.
When he saw her, he approached her, his hands trembling with anger.
“Why did you do this? Why did you get my father and me fired? What are you trying to prove?” Sarah, unfazed, replied calmly, “I don’t know what you’re talking about, Soki.
But I think you should leave now.
” Soki, feeling betrayed and manipulated, turned to Thomas.
“You need to know what your wife has done.
She orchestrated everything to destroy us, my family and me.
” Thomas, confused and troubled by the accusations, looked at Sarah, seeking answers.
“Sarah, what is Soki talking about?” Sarah, caught off guard, tried to defend herself by denying everything.
“I don’t know what you’re talking about, Soki.
I have nothing to do with your firing or your father’s.
” Soki, looking at Sarah with controlled intensity, began reasoning inwardly.
He knew that revealing all of Sarah’s actions, including what she had tried to do when her husband was away, would create chaos in their home.
The truths Sarah had confided in him—that Adanna was not her biological daughter and her advances in the bedroom—could have dramatic repercussions.
If he told Thomas everything, it would negatively impact Adanna, which he didn’t want.
He took a deep breath, searching for his words.
“Sarah, I can accept that you fired me from your company.
But using your connections and influence to get my father fired from another company is unforgivable.
My father did nothing wrong, he has no issue with you.
But I know you’re behind this.
Know this, God is watching, and sooner or later, you’ll pay for it.
” Thomas, perplexed and confused, asked, “But what’s going on here? What did she do, Soki?” Sarah continued to deny, her voice trembling.
“What are you talking about? I know nothing of all this.
Why would you say such things, Soki?” Soki stared at Sarah for a moment before responding calmly, “I’m not trying to cause problems, but you know very well what you did.
You used your influence to get revenge, and it has nothing to do with skill or merit.
My father lost his job because of your scheming.
You can deny all you want, but the truth will come out one day.
” Thomas, still lost, turned his gaze to Sarah.
“Why is he saying all this, Sarah? Is there something I should know?” Sarah, trying to defend herself, replied, “I did nothing of the sort.
All I know is that Soki had resigned some time ago, but we refused his resignation.
Maybe the company felt he wanted to leave and found someone to replace him.
I have no control over what happened with his father.
” Thomas, feeling more and more confused and frustrated, looked at Soki with a silent plea for clarity.
But Soki, seeing the impact his words could have, decided to withdraw, knowing he had sown enough doubt for Thomas to start asking questions.
Soki left Sarah’s house, his heart still heavy but determined to find a way to restore justice for his family.
A week passed, and Soki still struggled to hide the truth from his parents.
He hadn’t told them that he had also been fired.
Meanwhile, he desperately searched for a new job but to no avail.
Every day, he returned home trying to maintain a calm and reassuring facade for his family.
One afternoon, while he was at home, his phone rang.
It was a call from the bank.
With a heavy heart, Soki answered.
The bank agent informed him that, given the loss of his job, he would no longer be able to repay the loan for his car.
They were going to repossess the car and recover the little money he had in his accounts.
This news was a hammer blow for Soki.
Defeated, disappointed, and exhausted, he knew he could no longer hide the truth from his parents.
They had to know everything.
That evening, he gathered his family in the living room.
His mother, Léa, his little sister, Chloé, and his father, Kojo, looked at him with concern.
“I need to talk to you about something important,” he began, his voice trembling.
“I’ve been hiding something from you.
.
.
A week ago, I was fired the same day as Dad.
” A heavy silence settled in the room.
His parents’ faces froze in shock.
“Why didn’t you tell us earlier, Soki?” asked Léa, tears in her eyes.
Soki took a deep breath and continued.
“I didn’t want to worry you.
I tried to find another job but I haven’t succeeded.
And that’s not all.
.
.
That day, I went to see Sarah because I suspected she was behind all this.
” He explained in detail the confrontation with Sarah, his unsuccessful attempts to reach Adanna, and the trap set by Lisa and Marc.
“I think Sarah used her influence to get us fired, Dad and me.
It’s revenge for what happened between us.
” No sooner had he finished his story than Kojo, his face red with anger and frustration, clutched his chest.
He collapsed, suffering a heart attack.
Léa screamed, and Chloé ran for help.
They rushed Kojo to the emergency room.
A few hours later, the doctor came out of the emergency room, looking grave.
“I’m sorry,” he announced.
“Your father didn’t survive the heart attack.
We did everything we could.
” The news of Kojo’s death plunged the family into deep sadness.
Soki felt overwhelmed with guilt and pain.
The next day, the bank came to repossess the car, adding to their misery.
Now, Soki, his mother, and his sister found themselves with nothing, with the loss of their father as an immense burden on their shoulders.
They faced an uncertain and dark future, but Soki knew he had to find a way to rise, for himself and his family.
A few months passed since Kojo’s death, and Soki’s family’s situation only worsened.
The house they could afford thanks to Soki’s and his father’s jobs became increasingly difficult to maintain.
Bills piled up, and they struggled to pay the exorbitant rent.
Chloé’s schooling also became a financial burden they could no longer bear.
To try and support his family, Soki found a small job at a restaurant owned by a friend of his father.
As a waiter, he worked long hours to earn enough to feed them, but it wasn’t enough to cover all their expenses.
One evening, as Soki returned from the restaurant, he found his mother and sister sitting outside, visibly upset.
Chloé, her eyes filled with tears, ran to him.
“Soki, the landlord.
.
.
he put locks on the door of the house.
He says we owe too many months of rent.
” Soki felt a surge of anger and despair.
He asked his mother what had happened.
Léa, exhausted and dejected, explained, “We were at the market, and when we returned, we found the landlord.
He confiscated all our belongings.
He says he will keep everything until we can pay what we owe.
” Without wasting a moment, Soki went to see the landlord to try to negotiate.
After a long discussion, the landlord, moved by their plight, agreed to let them retrieve some clothes and suitcases.
“You owe me more than five months of rent.
That’s a lot of money.
I will keep the house’s belongings until you can pay.
” With a deep sense of humiliation, Soki and his family returned to the house to gather some essential items.
They took only what they could carry and left their home for good.
Now homeless, they began to wander the streets.
The first few nights, they slept in dark, uncomfortable corners, trying to find shelter from the elements.
Fatigue and stress weighed heavily on Léa.
She fell ill, catching a high fever that left her too weak to walk.
One afternoon, as the rain began to fall, Soki realized his mother needed urgent medical care.
He lifted Léa in his arms, determined to take her to the hospital.
Soaked by the rain, with Chloé by his side, they headed to the nearest hospital, battling the elements and despair.
The pouring rain seemed to reflect their misery and growing hopelessness.
Soki, tears mingled with the rain on his face, knew they had hit rock bottom.
But even in these darkest moments, he remained determined to protect and save his family, no matter what it took.
As he tried to cross the road, a car suddenly stopped.
It was Thomas.
Seeing Soki carrying his mother, he immediately understood the gravity of the situation.
He got out of the car, his eyes full of compassion.
“Soki, what’s going on?” Thomas asked as he approached.
Soki, his voice broken with emotion, replied, “Thomas, hello.
Mom is very sick.
We need to get her to the hospital.
” Thomas, seeing their distress, opened his car door.
“Get in, I’ll take you there.
” Once they arrived at the hospital, Thomas helped Soki get his mother onto a stretcher.
He then turned to Soki.
“Do you have money for the treatment?” Soki lowered his eyes.
“Honestly, I don’t even know how we’re going to manage.
We’ve been evicted, we have nowhere to go.
It’s because of our living conditions that Mom got sick.
” Touched by their situation, Thomas took out his wallet and handed a wad of bills to Soki.
“Take this money.
Use it for your mother’s treatment.
And try to find a place where you can stay.
” Tears in his eyes, Soki accepted the money.
“Thank you, Thomas.
Thank you so much.
” Thomas placed a comforting hand on Soki’s shoulder.
“Be strong, Soki.
Take care of your family.
If you need anything, don’t hesitate to call me.
” After giving this advice, Thomas had to leave for his own matters, leaving Soki and Chloé to take care of Léa at the hospital.
Thanks to Thomas’s money, they were able to put their mother in good conditions and start the necessary treatments.
As they waited for the results of the initial care, Soki realized that despite everything, there were still people willing to help them.
This gave him a glimmer of hope for the future, even though the road ahead looked long and difficult.
After assisting Soki, Thomas felt very pensive.
Reflecting on what he had seen and Soki’s desperate situation, he decided to contact his daughter, Adanna.
“Adanna,” he began on the phone, “have you heard from Soki recently?” Adanna, surprised by the question, replied, “No, Dad.
I don’t talk to Soki anymore.
I lost his number when my phone was stolen, and besides, we weren’t on good terms.
He stopped calling me, and I heard bad things about him.
” Thomas took a deep breath before responding.
“I just ran into Soki.
He no longer works for us.
He was fired.
His father is dead, and they were evicted from their home.
They are living in very difficult conditions.
” Adanna, shaken by this revelation, asked, “Why didn’t anyone tell me this? I didn’t know anything.
” Thomas continued, “Soki told me they have nowhere to go and that his mother is very sick.
I tried to help them as much as I could.
” “Thank you for telling me, Dad.
Send me his number by message, I will try to call him,” Adanna said, her heart heavy.
She tried to contact Soki, but his number was no longer reachable.
Soki had sold his phone to survive.
Adanna was deeply troubled by this situation.
She called her mother to learn more.
“Mom, why was Soki fired? Why didn’t anyone tell me about all this?” she asked, her voice trembling with emotion.
Sarah, caught off guard, quickly responded, “It wasn’t me, Adanna.
It was the company.
They made the decision.
I had nothing to do with it.
” Adanna, though wanting to believe her mother, sensed that something was not right.
After a few difficult days in the hospital, Léa, Soki’s mother, recovered her health thanks to the treatment received and the money given by Thomas.
With what was left of the money, Soki, his mother, and his sister managed to rent a small house in town.
However, life remained difficult, and they struggled to make ends meet.
One evening, Léa made a tough decision.
“We need to go back to the village,” she announced.
“We have a house left by my parents.
There, we can live more simply and meet our needs.
” Soki and Chloé agreed, understanding that it was their best option.
They left the city to settle in their grandparents’ house, located in a quiet village.
There, they began to live off the land and fishing.
Soki took up farming and fishing, while Léa and Chloé handled domestic tasks and the small vegetable garden.
Meanwhile, Adanna finished her studies abroad.
Three years had passed since she left.
Once she graduated, she returned to her home country, eager to reunite with her family.
Her parents welcomed her with joy and pride.
“Welcome home, my dear!” exclaimed Sarah, hugging her.
Thomas added, “We are so proud of you, Adanna.
” After the reunion, Adanna couldn’t help but ask about Soki.
“How is Soki?” she asked, hoping he would be there to share her success.
Thomas and Sarah exchanged a glance.
“We don’t know where he is,” Thomas replied.
“He disappeared after leaving the city.
We heard that his father died and that they were evicted, but since then, no news.
” Despite the past bad relations, Adanna still had feelings for Soki.
She decided to look for him.
She went to Soki’s old house, but the landlord explained that the family had left everything behind.
“I had to sell their belongings to recover my money,” he explained.
Disappointed but determined, Adanna searched for Soki throughout the city, questioning neighbors and acquaintances.
However, her efforts were in vain.
Finally, she returned home, exhausted and discouraged.
To celebrate her return and her degree, her family organized a big party.
Friends and colleagues from the company where Soki worked were invited, including Marc, Lisa, and others.
The house was filled with music, laughter, and joyful conversations.
During the party, Adanna noticed Lisa among the guests.
Her face seemed familiar.
Intrigued, she approached her.
“Your face looks familiar to me.
I think I’ve seen you somewhere before,” Adanna said, trying to recall.
The conversation continued, and the blurry memories began to clear.
Meanwhile, Sarah spotted the two women from afar.
A hint of worry crossed her mind as she wondered what they might be talking about.
She decided to move closer to intervene.
“Lisa, how are you?” Sarah greeted, approaching with a strained smile.
Lisa replied politely, but before she could say anything, Adanna spoke up.
“Mom, I was just talking to Lisa, and I feel like I know her.
Haven’t we invited her to the house before? Her face looks so familiar.
” Sarah, trying to stay calm, quickly responded, “No, I don’t think so.
We’ve never invited her here.
I believe this is the first time she’s come.
It’s probably just a confusion.
Lisa is one of our employees; I don’t think you could know her.
” But Adanna wasn’t convinced.
“Mom, I remember now.
She’s the girl Soki cheated on me with.
Do you remember, when you sent me the video while I was on campus? This is the girl who was with Soki that day in the bar.
I can’t forget that face.
” Turning to Lisa, Adanna demanded angrily, “Who invited you here? It’s because of you that I had problems with my fiancé.
I don’t need you here.
Leave this house now! If you don’t leave, I will, Mom.
” Sarah, panicking, tried to deny it.
“No, it’s not her.
I don’t think it’s her, Adanna.
” Adanna, determined, insisted, “Mom, I remember well.
It’s her.
” At that moment, Thomas arrived, alerted by the raised voices.
“What’s going on, my daughter? Is there a problem?” Adanna turned to her father, tears in her eyes.
“Dad, if I had problems with Soki, it’s because Mom sent me a video showing him with a woman in a bar.
Mom told me that Soki often cheated on me with women and that she had taken this video as proof.
And this woman, it was her, Dad.
I saw her, I can’t forget her face.
It’s haunted me for months.
If she doesn’t leave this party, I will.
” Thomas, surprised, looked at Lisa incredulously.
“She was with Soki? I don’t think so.
Lisa is one of our employees.
She was here even before Soki arrived.
” Adanna turned to her mother, demanding an explanation.
“Mom, explain yourself.
You sent me this video.
How did it happen?” Sarah, caught off guard and trying to maintain her lie, stammered, “No, it wasn’t her.
.
.
” The atmosphere was tense, and all eyes turned to Sarah, awaiting a clear and honest answer.
The moment of truth was approaching, and well-kept secrets were starting to unravel.
At that moment, Marc, noticing the tension, approached.
“Lisa, what’s going on?” Lisa, visibly nervous, replied, “Adanna is accusing me of causing the breakup between her and her fiancé, saying I was involved with her boyfriend.
I don’t remember any of it; I’m innocent.
I know nothing about this.
” Marc, confused, asked, “What? You were involved with who?” “She says I was involved with Soki,” Lisa responded, desperate.
“Soki? The Soki who worked with us and whom I replaced?” Marc asked, surprised.
“Yes, it’s him,” confirmed Lisa.
Marc turned to Adanna: “I remember Soki.
He was a good guy.
We worked together, and I learned a lot from him.
I don’t think he was involved with Lisa.
She’s my fiancée.
I’m sure there was nothing between them.
” Adanna, her voice trembling, explained: “My mom sent me a video where my boyfriend was cheating on me with this girl.
I saw the video.
I can’t forget her face.
” Marc, trying to understand, turned to Lisa: “So, you were cheating on me with Soki?” Lisa, panicking, replied: “No, I never was involved with Soki.
” Marc, getting angry, insisted: “Then why is Adanna saying this? She’s sure of something.
Tell me the truth, Sarah.
What happened?” Sarah, attempting to calm the situation, said: “No, it’s not true.
Nothing like that happened.
” But Marc, recalling the events, added: “That’s why, Lisa, you were obsessed with the idea that I should quit to work here.
You knew there was something between you and Soki.
That’s why you wanted me to replace Soki.
You wanted to get rid of him.
Otherwise, I would have discovered the truth.
Now, things are starting to make sense.
” Furious, Marc turned to Lisa: “Tell me the truth, or it’s over between us.
” Lisa, in tears, turned to Sarah: “Sarah, stop Marc.
He can’t do this.
” Sarah, trying to calm Marc, said: “No, Marc, what she’s saying isn’t true.
” Marc insisted, and Lisa, desperate, finally confessed: “Okay, I’ll tell the truth.
One day, Sarah called me.
She asked me to try to get close to Soki to test him.
She wanted to ensure that Soki was a good match for her daughter.
That was all.
I had a drink with him, I tried to seduce him, but he refused my advances.
I reported this to Sarah, and that’s all I know.
I didn’t even know she had taken a video of us.
” Marc, turning to Sarah, asked: “Sarah, what does this mean? You filmed them?” Sarah, trying to deny it, replied in vain.
But Marc, finally understanding the situation, calmed down slightly.
“Sarah, you are not normal.
How can you do such things?” Adanna, devastated by the revelation, turned to her mother: “Mom, I knew you didn’t like Soki, but I couldn’t believe you could go this far.
I thought you had gotten better with him, but you were deceitful.
You betrayed me, Mom.
” She burst into tears and, unable to bear the situation any longer, ran out of the party crying, leaving the guests in confusion and astonishment.
After Adanna ran out, Thomas turned to Sarah, furious.
“But you, really, I don’t understand you.
You’re a witch.
How could you do this to our daughter? How dare you betray our family this way and hurt Soki? His father died because of you.
I’m sure you orchestrated his firing and Soki’s.
Honestly, when Soki talked about these things, I didn’t believe him.
But now, I realize everything he said was true.
You’re a bad mother.
How can you do such things? I’m really disappointed in you.
There are deaths on your conscience.
If my daughter doesn’t come back, I don’t want to see you here anymore.
Go find my daughter right now.
” Sarah, desperate, hurried to follow Adanna but couldn’t find her.
Adanna ran through the streets, crying, recalling all the good times she had shared with Soki.
She couldn’t believe how much time and emotion she had lost due to her mother’s manipulations.
Her tears mixed with the falling rain, blurring her vision.
As she walked, lost in thought, she encountered Mr. Diallo, a friend of Soki’s father who owned the restaurant where Soki had worked.
Mr. Diallo recognized her immediately.
“My child, what’s wrong? Is it you, Adanna? I remember you.
I used to see you with Soki when I came to visit his father.
Why are you crying?” Adanna, her eyes filled with tears, replied: “I was betrayed by my mother.
She betrayed me.
Today, I discovered that it was because of her that I had problems, that I broke up with Soki.
And since I came back, I’ve been looking for him, but I can’t find him.
” Mr. Diallo, seeing her distress, explained: “Soki had a lot of difficulties.
His father died, and they couldn’t survive in the city.
They had to return to the village.
Soki worked for me for a while, but eventually, he left with his family.
I believe they went back to his mother’s native village in Moukaza.
” Adanna, full of hope, asked: “Are you sure it’s that village?” Mr. Diallo nodded: “Yes, it’s Moukaza.
That’s where they went.
” Adanna thanked Mr. Diallo and headed immediately to the bus station.
She took a bus towards Moukaza, determined to find Soki and make amends for her mother’s wrongdoings.
Upon arriving at the village, she began asking the locals if they knew Soki, Chloé, or their mother Léa.
She moved from house to house, farm to farm, hoping to find the family.
Each negative response only strengthened her determination.
Finally, after several hours of searching, an old woman directed her to a small wooden house surrounded by fields.
“Yes, I know that family.
They live over there, in that house.
” Adanna, her heart pounding, approached the house indicated by the old woman.
She stopped at the door, took a deep breath, and knocked gently.
The door opened slowly, revealing Soki, visibly surprised to see her.
“Soki!” exclaimed Adanna, tears in her eyes.
“Adanna!” replied Soki, equally overwhelmed with emotion.
Immediately, they threw themselves into each other’s arms, crying and embracing.
Between sobs, they repeatedly said: “I’m sorry, I’m sorry for everything that happened.
” Adanna, her eyes still filled with tears, explained: “It was my mother who was behind all this.
I discovered the whole truth, everything she did.
She sent me videos showing you with a woman, telling me it was with this girl that you were cheating on me.
Today, I discovered that the girl in question was Lisa and that she had asked her to test you to see if you were faithful to me.
She took that video and sent it to me as proof that you were cheating on me.
And I, stupidly, believed her word and stopped calling you.
I had also lost my phone, but I didn’t want your number anymore.
It’s because of her.
Today, I learned the whole truth.
” Soki, moved and with teary eyes, replied: “I’m sorry, Adanna.
I accepted your mother’s proposal to encourage you to study abroad.
The plan was for me to break up with you, distance myself, and in return, she would give me a job.
That’s what she did.
But I couldn’t break up with you.
That’s why she got angry with me and arranged for me to be fired.
She also used her connections to get my father fired.
That’s when things started going wrong for my family and me.
I’m sorry for what I did.
” They apologized to each other, tears streaming freely down their faces.
At that moment, Léa, Soki’s mother, and Chloé, his little sister, appeared at the door, attracted by the voices.
Léa, moved, approached Adanna and embraced her.
“Thank you for coming, Adanna.
We have suffered a lot, but your presence here is a great comfort.
” Chloé, her eyes shining with tears, added: “I’m so happy to see you, Adanna.
” The four stood there, crying but filled with new hope.
They hugged and shared their stories, asking for forgiveness for past wrongs and promising a more serene and honest future.
Their reunion, though marked by the pain of the past, symbolized a new beginning, forged in truth and forgiveness.
Together, they knew they could overcome the trials and build a brighter future.
That evening, Adanna decided to stay in the village.
She spent the night at Soki’s home with his family.
About an hour after her arrival, her phone rang.
It was her father, Thomas, worried.
“My daughter, where are you? Please come home.
We will sort this out, we will find a solution.
But please, come back,” Thomas pleaded.
Adanna, her voice firm but sad, replied: “Dad, I’m with Soki.
I’ve learned even more awful things that Mom did.
I will never live with that woman again.
I’m not coming back.
” Thomas, desperate, begged: “No, please, don’t do this to me, Adanna.
Don’t do this to me.
You need to come back.
I’ll do anything you want.
But don’t stay there.
” “Anyway, Dad, I’m staying here tonight.
I’m spending the night here.
” “Where are you? Tell me where you are, and I’ll come get you,” insisted Thomas.
“Dad, I’m in the village.
I’m with Soki.
I came to see them here and discovered their living conditions.
I’d rather stay here than live with Mom.
I will never live with her again.
I’ve realized she can kill me.
She doesn’t love me.
She never loved me.
” Thomas, realizing the gravity of the situation, asked: “What is the name of this village?” “I’m in the village of Moukaza, Dad.
I’m with Soki.
” “Alright, my dear.
I’ll come get you tomorrow morning,” Thomas replied, resigned.
“Thank you, Dad.
See you tomorrow,” said Adanna before hanging up.
The next morning, Thomas arrived in the village of Moukaza with his car.
Upon arriving, he warmly greeted Soki and his family.
Léa, Soki’s mother, remembered Thomas’s help when she had fallen gravely ill.
“Thank you again for what you did for us that day, Thomas.
You found us in the rain, took me to the hospital, and even gave money for the treatments and to survive for a few days,” she said, moved.
Thomas, turning to Adanna, said: “My dear, I want you to come home with me.
” Adanna, determined, replied: “Dad, I will never live with Mom again.
I’d rather go back abroad or stay here in the village with Soki.
But I will not stay there anymore.
” Thomas, trying to calm the situation, proposed: “Alright, we’ll sort this out.
We’ll find a job for Soki and improve their living conditions.
Trust me.
” Adanna then added another condition: “Dad, you’re my father.
I can never forget or disown you.
But I can’t live at home anymore.
I want to live in another city.
Find a job for Soki in our other company, in another city.
That way, I can also live there and work.
I don’t want to stay in the same city as you.
That’s my condition if you want us to stay on good terms.
” Thomas, realizing the seriousness of the situation, agreed: “Alright, we’ll do as you wish.
” They then prepared their bags.
Soki, his mother Léa, and his sister Chloé packed their belongings.
Adanna and her family left the village of Moukaza in Thomas’s large car, heading to the city.
Upon arriving in the city, Thomas arranged a suite in a hotel to accommodate Soki and his family while preparing the necessary documents for their settlement.
Adanna returned home to pack her bags, ready to start a new life away from her mother’s manipulations.
Back home, Adanna started packing her bags.
She no longer wanted to stay under the same roof as her mother, Sarah.
As she was packing, Sarah entered the room, her face full of remorse.
“My dear, forgive me.
I won’t do those things again.
I’m sorry,” Sarah pleaded, her voice trembling.
Adanna, determined, replied: “I forgive you, but I can’t stay with you anymore.
I can’t live with you, Mom.
You are not a good mother to me.
I’m packing my bags and moving elsewhere.
Leave me alone, please.
” Sarah tried to reason with her, making excuses and promising to change, but Adanna remained inflexible.
After a while, Thomas entered the room.
Sarah turned to him, desperate.
“Why are you letting her leave? She’s our daughter.
I know I did awful things, but you can’t separate me from her,” Sarah pleaded.
Thomas, calm but firm, replied: “Don’t be a hypocrite, Sarah.
I know you never loved this girl.
Everything you did confirms what I already knew.
Let me fix the mistakes you made.
Adanna is going to live elsewhere, and I will arrange to put Soki in better conditions so that the heavens can forgive us for what you did.
If their family is in ruins today, if their father is dead, it’s largely because of you.
Let me try to repair the damage.
” Sarah burst into tears, realizing the extent of her actions.
Adanna finished packing her bags.
Two days later, Thomas organized their trip to another city.
He found a house for Soki, his mother Léa, and his sister Chloé to live in.
Adanna had her own separate apartment.
Six months later, Adanna and Soki got married.
They started a family, with Léa living with them.
Chloé, after a few years, went abroad to continue her studies.
Adanna and Soki had a little boy, and their home became a warm and loving place.
Two months after Adanna and Soki left, Sarah had a car accident.
The accident was severe, and she lost the use of her legs, becoming handicapped and confined to a wheelchair.
It was a harsh consequence of her bad actions.
Adanna and Soki were informed of the accident, but they decided not to visit her.
Despite this, Adanna made sure her mother received the necessary care, ensuring from a distance that she lacked nothing.
Thomas continued to visit his daughter and her new family, trying to mend the broken ties.
Thus, despite the trials and manipulations, Adanna, Soki, and their family finally found peace and happiness.
Their lives were filled with love and promises for the future, united by bonds stronger than ever.
This story teaches us several important lessons: Truth always comes out: Lies and manipulations cannot last forever.
The truth eventually reveals itself, and it’s crucial to act with honesty and integrity.
Forgiveness and reconciliation are essential: Forgiveness allows deep wounds to heal and broken relationships to be rebuilt.
It frees the heart from grudges and opens the way to a better future.
Consequences of actions: Every action, good or bad, has repercussions.
It’s important to think about the consequences of our actions and always choose to act with kindness.
Resilience in the face of adversity: Never give up, even in the darkest moments.
Perseverance and inner strength help overcome challenges and find the light at the end of the tunnel.
Importance of family and community support: Solidarity and mutual aid are crucial in difficult times.
The support of family and the community can make all the difference.
Love always triumphs: True love is resilient and capable of overcoming the toughest trials.
It is the guiding thread that supports and guides in times of challenge.
