The hotel looked like money had decided to get married. From the moment you stepped into the lobby, you could smell wealth. Imported flowers, expensive cologne, and the kind of air conditioning that made you forget NEPA ever existed. The marble floor was so shiny that guests kept checking their shoes, afraid they had stepped on water.
Nancy stood behind the service counter, adjusting her waitress uniform for the fifth time. Jesus, take control, she muttered, pulling down her apron. This wedding alone can pay my village rent. Beside her, another waitress, Kem leaned closer and whispered, “See as these people, they throw money like pure water.
If Dem dash me small change now, I fit resign.” Nancy laughed. Don’t resign. Oh, madam go pursue you with broom. The wedding reception was already in full swing. Gold chairs, white roses, a live band playing soft high life that made even rich uncles nod their heads slowly like they were approving a business deal. Guests moved around like royalty, snapping fingers for service.
Waitress, madam, bring champagne. No, not that one. This one is too small. Nancy sighed. Today fingers no get respect. She balanced a tray of drinks and walked carefully across the hall, praying silently. God, a bag. No, let me disgrace myself today. Enter the billionaire. Meanwhile, outside, a black luxury car glided into the hotel driveway.
Security straightened immediately. The car door opened and Abiola Adyami stepped out. tall, calm, dressed in a perfectly tailored suit that probably cost more than NY’s entire yearly salary. One security guard whispered to another, “Nahim, billionaire CEO, the mand by companies like Gala.” Abiola handed his car keys to the valet.
“Park it well,” he said casually. “Yes, sir.” Inside, the hotel manager nearly swallowed his tie when he saw Abiola. “Ah, sir, Abiola, welcome. Welcome. You’re in the presidential suite. Anything you need? Anything at all? Abiola smiled faintly. Just peace. The manager nodded too fast. Yes, sir. Peace. Plenty peace. NY’s assignment.
Back in the service room, the supervisor clapped her hands sharply. All special guests weigh lodge for hotel. Listen carefully. The room went silent. You will serve them personally in their rooms after the wedding. No mistake, no flirting, no sorry sir too much. Kem nudged Nancy. She talked like say we want toast them.
Nancy whispered back me. I just want go house. The supervisor read out names. Room 701. Room 705. Room 710. Then she paused. Presidential suite. Room 900. The room gasped. Nancy felt her heart jump. The supervisor pointed at her. You Nancy. Nancy blinked. Me? Yes, you. You’ll serve the special guest there. Tammy grabbed her hand dramatically. Uh-uh.
Nancy, remember us when you reach billionaire level. Nancy rolled her eyes. A bag rest. I know fit even afford bottled water there. Wedding madness. The wedding ended in full Nigerian fashion. Spraying money, dancing, and aunties arguing about who wore the better lace. 1 million naira cake, someone shouted. And Demno even allow us. Terry leftover.
Nancy moved from table to table, serving tirelessly. At one point, a guest asked her, “Waitress, is this champagne original?” Nancy smiled politely. “Sir, if it’s not original, the price will be original.” The man laughed and tipped her generously. By midnight, her legs were shaking. “All special guests to their rooms,” the supervisor announced.
Nancy sighed in relief. “One more round, then freedom.” The missing guest. Nancy checked her list. Room 701. Served. Room 705. Served. Room 710. Served. Presidential suite. Not served. She knocked. No answer. She checked the time. Uh-uh. Maybe OG billionaire still day party. She sat outside the suite, hugging her tray like a lifeline.
Minutes passed, then hours. See my life,” she muttered. “I fordone sleep since.” Just when she was about to give up, the elevator dinged. A tall man stepped out slightly unsteady. It was Abiola. Nancy stood up quickly. “Good evening, sir.” He looked at her, smiled lazily, and said softly. “You came?” Nancy frowned. “Yes, sir.
Your food?” Abiola chuckled. “I knew you wouldn’t disappoint me.” Nancy swallowed. Disappoint who? She followed him into the suite, unaware that the night ahead would rewrite her entire life. The presidential suite looked like it belonged in a music video. Florida ceiling glass windows revealed Legos glowing like a necklace of lights.
A lever couch sat in the middle like it had never been used by anyone who paid bills. Soft jazz hummed from hidden speakers. The kind of music that made people feel rich even when they weren’t. Nancy stepped inside carefully. As if the marble floor might suddenly ask for her bank statement. God, I beg.
Let me not break anything here. She prayed silently. Abiola walked in ahead of her, shrugging off his jacket and tossing it carelessly onto a chair that probably cost more than NY’s entire family combined. He turned to her and smiled lazily. “You’re late?” Nancy blinked. “Late, sir?” he chuckled. “I thought you wouldn’t come again.
” Nancy frowned so hard her eyebrows almost met. “Again?” She quickly placed the food tray on the glass table. “Sir, your food. Enjoy.” She turned sharply, ready to disappear like fuel during scarcity. “Hey.” His voice stopped her. She paused. Abiola stepped closer, gently catching her wrists.
Nancy nearly screamed inside her head. “Jesus, not today.” Outwardly, she forced a polite smile. “Sir, please relax,” he said calmly. “You’re shaking like Nepa just took light. That almost made her laugh.” “Almost sit,” Abiola said, pointing to the couch. Nancy hesitated. “Sir, I’m not supposed to sit. I still have.” “Please,” he interrupted gently. “Just for a minute.
I promise I won’t bite. Nancy sat at the very edge of the couch, back straight, hands folded like a student waiting for exam results. Abiola leaned back comfortably. So, he said smiling. How have you been? Nancy swallowed. How have I been, Uncle? You don’t even know me. I’ve been fine, sir, she replied cautiously. You sound angry. No, sir.
You are. No, sir. Abola laughed. I like when you lie with confidence. Nancy stared at him. This man is drunk drunk. Mistaken identity comedy. Abiola rubbed his temples. You know, he said, I was starting to think you wouldn’t show up. Nancy raised her hand slowly. Sir, I think you might be confusing me with someone else. He squinted at her.
No, it’s you. Sir, I just met you tonight. He smiled wider. Exactly. NY’s brain almost overheated. Is this man mad or rich mad? She stood up abruptly. “Sir, if there’s nothing else, I should go.” Abiola reached for her again, this time gently pulling her back down. “Don’t run,” he said softly. “Sit before you fall and I’ll be blamed.
” Nancy sighed and sat. “Sir, with all due respect, I’m just doing my job.” “And I’m just having a conversation,” he replied smoothly. “Why are you afraid?” Nancy muttered. because HR exists. Abiola started talking slowly, thoughtfully, like a philosopher that had too much wine. You know, he said, “People think money solves everything.” Nancy nodded.
“It doesn’t solve generator problems, sir.” He laughed loudly. “That’s true. Even my house has three generators and still no peace.” Nancy smiled before she could stop herself. “Okay, he’s funny. You’re too young to look this tired,” Abiola said suddenly. Nancy shrugged. “Nigeria will humble you early.
” He stared at her for a moment. “I could change your life.” Nancy almost choked. “Sir, please don’t change my life tonight. I’m tired.” He laughed again. “I like you. You’re different.” Nancy whispered, “God forbid.” The moment turned serious. Abiola leaned closer, his voice softer now. “You deserve comfort,” he said. You deserve more than serving people who snap their fingers at you.
Nancy felt something shift. But she quickly shook her head. Sir, you’ve had too much to drink. He smiled. I haven’t. Yes, sir, you have. He gently cupped her face. Nancy froze. Sir. Before she could finish, the world slowed. The city lights blurred and fate stepped in quietly. Hours later, Dawn crept into the room.
Nancy dressed quickly, heart racing, guilt sitting heavy on her chest. She looked back once. Abiola slept peacefully, unaware that the girl beside him would disappear like a dream. Nancy whispered softly, “forgive me.” She slipped out, leaving behind nothing but silence and a destiny waiting to wake up. Abiola woke up smiling. That alone should have warned him that something was wrong.
He stretched lazily, rolling over on the king-sized bed, humming like a man whose life was perfectly balanced. “H,” he murmured. “Good morning.” Silence answered him. He opened one eye. The other side of the bed was empty. Abiola frowned. “That’s strange.” He sat up slowly and scanned the room.
No lady, no handbag, no shoes, no evidence, just the city of Lego staring back at him through the glass window like, “Oga, good morning. You mess up.” He scratched his head. “Maybe she went to the bathroom.” He waited. Nothing. He cleared his throat. “Hello?” Only the air conditioning replied. Abiola stood up and checked the bathroom. Empty. He opened the wardrobe.
Empty. He checked under the bed like someone who had misplaced a remote control. Ah, evidence that refused to explain itself. Abiola noticed the food tray still sitting untouched on the glass table. He stared at it. So, she served me food but didn’t eat. He lifted the cover. The aroma hit his nose. This smells good. Oh. Then it dawned on him.
She didn’t come here to eat. He sat down heavily on the couch. His head began to pound. Okay, Abiola, think. Last night replayed in broken clips. Laughter, conversation, a girl with calm eyes, a voice he couldn’t fully remember, but her face blank. He pressed his palm to his forehead. Jesus.
He reached for his phone instinctively, then paused. Wait, did I even ask her name? The room stared back at him judgmentally. The billionaire calls for help. Abiola picked up the phone and dialed the hotel manager. “Good morning, sir,” the manager answered too cheerfully. “Yes,” Abiola said slowly. “I need a small clarification.
” “Anything, sir?” “The waitress that served me last night. Where is she?” There was a pause. “Which one, sir?” Abiola frowned. “The one, sir, we had about 20 waitresses on duty.” Abiola closed his eyes. “Okay, narrow it down. young, dark-skinned, serious face. Looks like she doesn’t laugh. Anyhow, another pause. Sir, that still sounds like at least 10 of them.
Abola sighed. Never mind. He dropped the call. Reality hits. Abiola walked back to the bed and sat down slowly. “So, let me get this straight,” he muttered. I brought a stranger into my room. Didn’t ask her name. Didn’t collect her number. Didn’t even see her leave. He laughed softly.
billionaire with village behavior. He stood up and looked at himself in the mirror. His tie was crooked. His shirt was rumpled. His dignity questionable. If this story leaks, I’m finished. Meanwhile, Nancy. At the same time, Nancy sat on her narrow bed in her small room, staring at the wall like it owed her money. Her uniform lay folded neatly beside her.
She hadn’t slept. “God,” she whispered. “What have I done?” She replayed the night in her head and groaned. Why didn’t I just leave? Then she shook her head. No. Why did I even enter that room? That man didn’t even know my name. She peeked through her fingers. Good. Then she frowned. Why am I disappointed? Nancy stood up abruptly. Focus.
Contract ends tomorrow. You need another job, not romance. She grabbed her bag from today. No rich men. Only food and sleep. Abiola sat by the window watching traffic build. For the first time in a long while, money couldn’t fix his problem. He didn’t miss the night. He missed the girl. Who are you? He whispered. He stood up suddenly.
Find her. Then he paused. How? He sighed again and sat down. This is what happens when you drink like a village youth at a billionaire wedding. The sun rose fully. And somewhere between confusion and destiny, two lives had already been permanently tied together without either of them knowing.
Few weeks later, Nancy first suspected something was wrong on a Monday morning. Monday had always been her enemy, but this one came with extra aggression. She stood in the small bathroom of her one- room apartment, staring at her reflection. Her face looked normal. Her body felt normal. But her stomach her stomach was behaving like a stubborn tenant.
“Why are you angry?” she asked it quietly. “Did I offend you?” The stomach replied by making her nauseous. Nancy rushed to the sink. “Uh-uh, not like this.” After a few dramatic minutes, she stood up slowly, breathing hard. “This is not malaria,” she muttered. Malaria doesn’t choose morning like this. Later that day, Nancy sat on her bed counting dates on her phone. 1 2 3. Her eyes widened.
She counted again. No. She checked a third time. God forbid. She dropped the phone. Jesus. Is this how people’s lives change? Her neighbor, Auntie Bose, knocked loudly on the door. Nancy, you day inside? Nancy groaned. Yes. Oh, you never go work. I’m resting. Resting? K, at your age? Nancy rolled her eyes. Auntie a beg.
As soon as Auntie Bose left, Nancy grabbed her bag and ran out. Pregnancy test panic. At the pharmacy, Nancy whispered to the attendant like she was buying contraband. Please, I need pregnancy test. The attendant raised an eyebrow. Which one? One line or two lines? Nancy swallowed. One line. The woman laughed. My sister, nobody comes here praying for one line.
Nancy forced a laugh. Please don’t joke with my destiny. She paid quickly and hurried home. Nancy locked her door like someone hiding government secrets. She followed the instructions carefully. Wait 5 minutes, she read aloud. 5 minutes felt like 5 years. She paced the room. God, if this thing is positive, I promise I will. The test beeped. She looked.
Two lines. Nancy sat down hard on the bed. Ha. She looked again. Ha. She brought it close to her face. Excuse me, why are you two? She shook it. The lines didn’t move. This must be fake. She checked the expiration date. Valid. She checked her pulse. Racing. She whispered. I slept with a stranger. Silence, then laughter.
Hysterical laughter. See my life. Nancy spent the next week bargaining with reality. It could be stress. It could be food poisoning. It could be spiritual. She even drank bitter leaf water. Nothing changed. Finally, she accepted it. She sat on her bed one night and spoke to her stomach. So, you’re staying? The stomach responded with a gentle kick. Nancy sighed.
Okay, but no nonsense. Oh, I’m poor. The job ends. The drama begins. As if things weren’t already bad, the hotel contract ended that same week. The supervisor announced it casually. Thank you all. That will be all. Nancy blinked. That’s it. Yes. No job, no savings, one pregnancy. Nancy laughed quietly.
This life you don’t even give warning. That night, Nancy cried. Then she wiped her tears. I will keep you. She whispered to her stomach. She smiled weakly. But please don’t come out with billionaire appetite. Meanwhile, somewhere in Legos, Abiola sneezed. Au, his assistant looked up. Sir, I don’t know why, Abiola muttered. I feel like someone just mentioned my name with anger.
Sometimes destiny doesn’t knock. Sometimes it kicks down the door, enters your house, and says, “Congratulations, you’re a parent.” Few months later, the hospital smelled like antiseptic fear and too much drama. Nancy sat on the hospital bed. her legs swinging like a pendulum of doom, clutching her stomach and groaning every 5 seconds. “Now wahu,” she muttered.
“Why this life so dramatic? I swear if this baby no cooperate, I go complain to the Lagos traffic gods for adding stress to my life.” The nurse, a woman with the patience of a saint, raised an eyebrow. “Madame, this is normal,” she said. Nancy looked at her with horror. “Normal? My normal? No be this. She kicked the bed sheets and yelled dramatically as another contraction hit.
I beg, somebody call my mother or maybe call Jesus directly, I need backup. The hospital ward was full of people, crying babies, anxious fathers, and one man loudly snoring in the corner. NY’s roommate and older woman who had been shouting half the morning leaned over and whispered, “Madame, the baby day come. Nasoe day. Relax small.
” Nancy glared. Relax. You don’t understand. This baby never even greet me politely. Nasoi day just enter my stomach without RSVP. Hours later, after dramatic groans, a symphony of ah and oh mo echoed through the ward. The nurse held a tiny squirming bundle wrapped in a soft pink blanket. Congratulations, it’s a girl.
Nancy looked at the baby and gasped. Oh mozzy, fine. Who do I blame her? Thank Jesus. Legos traffic myself. The baby yawned, stretched, and then sneezed. Nancy jumped. See, even she day talk say Legos life day stresso. She laughed and cried at the same time. Nancy sat back in the hospital chair, exhausted but giddy, staring at the little girl.
What will I call you? She muttered. Her mind raced through names. Shinier. No, too serious. Ada. Everyone’s child is a h son Sonia. He sounds soft and mysterious like me when I walk up her hotel like ninja last time. She laughed again softly rocking the baby. Yes, Sonia. You are Sonia your mother and survivor and you go survive too.
The baby blinked, tiny eyes sparkling like she understood everything. Nancy nodded. See, she’s sobbby already. The door swung open. Auntie Bose barged in like a whirlwind. Nancy, I hear say baby don’t come. Make I see my future granddaughter. Nancy groaned. Auntie, please. I day tired. Can you just admire with your eyes only? Auntie Bose ignored her completely and swooped in, poking the baby’s tiny feet.
Oh, she fine. Who be the father? Nancy froze. Why is that your first question? Auntie B shrugged. Now, Legos life we curious. Nancy sighed, muttering under her breath. Curiosity almost kill person, not true talk. Sonia’s first laugh, comic relief. Later that evening, as Nancy dozed lightly, the baby stirred, yawned, and then let out a tiny adorable laugh. Nancy woke with a start.
Oh, Mo, you day laugh at me after everything? She laughed too, tears mixing with exhaustion. Yes, my little Sonia, we go survive Legos together. You go laugh, me go cry. And we go still day and joy life. Small, small. The night settled, and for the first time since discovering her pregnancy, Nancy felt something warm in her chest.
Hope, pride, and just a hint of humor at the absurdity of life. And so, in a small Lagos hospital, amidst laughter, dramatic groans, and one very suspicious aunt, Sonia was born. Already a little with the power to steal hearts. and later maybe even confuse billionaires. Years later, Nancy had never thought a restaurant could feel like a battlefield.
Yet, here she was, juggling trays, dodging customers, and navigating Sonia’s tiny hands everywhere. Her new job was in a sleek, modern Lagos restaurant. Glass walls, shiny floors, and enough plants to confuse a botonist. It smelled of fried yam, roasted chicken, and ambition. Sonia, now five, was a whirlwind of energy, dark-skinned like her mother, hair tied in two bouncy pony buns, eyes wide with curiosity.
“Mommy!” Sonia shouted, running straight for the counter. “Can I help?” NY’s heart sank. “No, not today. I just survived Legos traffic, people, and life itself. You stay put, madam. Sonia pouted dramatically. But I’m bored. Nancy huffed. Bored? You are a small child. You don’t have boredom allowance in Legos, child. Sit. Wait. Be quiet.
Nancy decided to make a small playroom in the corner of the restaurant. It wasn’t much. A few colorful mats, some toys, and a tiny table. But it was better than Sonia running behind trays and confusing hungry customers with gymnastics. Sonia, of course, decided that the room was a temporary jail and dramatically yelled, “Mommy, I’m kidnapped. You abandoned me.
” Nancy replied without missing a beat. “Yes, and I have witnesses, your toys.” Sonia rolled her eyes so hard it almost made a sound. The restaurant was full, orders flying like bullets, and Nancy was moving trays like a pro. Then disaster struck. Sonia climbed out of the children’s room for emergency water and ran straight into a customer, a very seriousl looking man in a dark suit.
“Ma’am, sorry!” Nancy yelled, diving forward. The man looked down at Sonia, and Sonia froze. She blinked and whispered softly. “You are handsome.” Nancy froze midstep. “Madam, what are you saying?” The man smiled slightly. His eyes sharp and deep scanned Sonia and then looked at Nancy. Nancy blinked. “Uh, thank you.
” The man’s lips twitched in amusement. Sonia whispered again, “I wish you were my father.” Nancy’s jaw dropped. Nancy Abiola blinked, watching Sonia like a man who had suddenly found a puzzle piece he never knew he lost. Sonia curtsied dramatically, 5-year-old style, and said, “I’m Sonia. You are handsome. I wish you were my father.
” Nancy froze mid-breath. Aviola looked at her confused, amused, and slightly nostalgic. your daughter?” he asked cautiously, leaning closer. NY’s eyes widened. “Yes, she is my daughter, and no, she is not for adoption.” The surrounding diners noticed the commotion. A woman snorted tea through her nose. A man dropped his fork.
Sonia grinned and said proudly, “I am very powerful.” Nancy groaned, “Yes, child. You are very powerful and loud.” Aola chuckled softly, “Oh, no. Legos has a billionaire in my restaurant looking at my child, composed and dangerously handsome. And here I am trying not to faint while serving fufu and jolaf rice. Nancy whispered under her breath.
God, why today? Why now? Why my life? Sonia tugged her hand. Mommy, he is nice. Can I play with him? Nancy pinched her nose. No, you don’t even know him. He might be evil billionaire guy with scary mustache powers. Sonia shook her head. No, he looks like father material. Nancy groaned audibly, rolling her eyes so hard she almost saw her own brain.
And so began a new chapter of chaos. Nancy juggling work. Sonia and a billionaire who had mysteriously reappeared in their lives. Logos had officially leveled up. It was another busy Thursday at the restaurant, and Nancy was running around like a Legos Danfo driver, trying to avoid potholes, only with trays instead of passengers.
Sonia, as usual, had her own agenda. She had already escaped the children’s room jail twice before 10:00 a.m., climbing tables, testing the chairs, and occasionally shouting, “Mommy, I think I’m a superhero today.” Nancy groaned loudly, holding a tray of Jolaf rice. Yes, superhero, and your superpower is giving me heart attacks.
Aola had apparently decided the restaurant was the best surveillance spot for meeting Sonia again. He entered quietly at first, walking in like a man who owned Lagos, which he basically did. His sharp eyes scanned the restaurant until they landed on Sonia, who was currently dangling from a chair like a tiny acrobat. Sonia froze mid swing.
Oh, it’s you again. Aviola smiled faintly. Hello, little lady. I missed you. NY’s heart skipped a beat. She sprinted toward them like a Legos marathon runner. Sir, please do not do anything. This is my workplace. My child is not a toy. And I swear. Sonia interrupted. Mommy, he’s nice. He’s not scary. Nancy pinched the bridge of her nose.
Nice child. You don’t know what nice means. Nice can come with secret billionaire taxes. Nancy tried to scoop Sonia back into the children’s room, but Sonia had other plans. No, I want to sit with him. I like him. Nancy groaned. You like him? You don’t even know him. He could be an evil billionaire with scary money powers. Abiola laughed softly.
Scary money powers? Nancy whipped around. Yes, he could tax your happiness, steal your toys, or worse, make you eat vegetables for fun. Sonia giggled. Mommy, he doesn’t look scary. Nancy muttered under her breath. Legos traffic more scary than you, child. The nearby diners were starting to notice.
A man accidentally snorted soup through his nose, and another woman’s phone fell off the table because she was laughing too hard. Sonia realizing she had an audience puffed up her chest like a tiny queen and said, “I am powerful and he is my friend and you cannot stop me.” Nancy groaned so loudly that a tray nearly slipped from her hands. “Child, powerful? You are five.
You can barely lift a cup without causing chaos.” Aola watched silently, amusement written all over his face. God, why today? Why now? Why is Legos giving me billionaire problems on top of mother problems? I just want to serve food in peace. I just want a little corner where chaos does not find me. Nancy whispered to herself.
Child, if you touch that chair one more time, I will personally put you in a wrapper and send you home like traditional post. Sonia looked confused. Mommy, why wrap me? Nancy pinched her nose for protection against your own nonsense. Abiola leaned slightly forward, resting a hand on the table, eyes fixed on Sonia.
You know, I feel like I’m connected to you. It’s strange. Sonia blinked. Connected like friends or magic? Nancy shot him a glare. Magic, sir? No. Nothing magical here. Only Legos chaos and my unpaid bills. Abola chuckled softly, shaking his head. No, something else. Nancy muttered. If this is about your billionaire intuition, I swear I don’t have small change for tips.
And so the restaurant became a battlefield of motherly warnings, toddler declarations of power, and billionaire curiosity, all under Lego sunlight streaming through glass walls. Nancy sighed, muttering to herself, “Somehow I’m surviving. Somehow Sonia is thriving. And somehow Abiola is still standing there smiling like he owns my chaos.
Nancy shaking her head and Abiola smiling knowingly foreshadowing the eventual revelation of their real connection. Abiola had everything money could buy. Luxury cars, a mansion that echoed when he sneezed, and a wardrobe so expensive even his mirrors felt intimidated. Yet that night, sleep refused to buy into his billionaire status.
He tossed, he turned, he fluffed the pillow. Nothing worked. “Is this how poor people feel?” he muttered, staring at the ceiling. “Because if it is, I don’t like it.” Every time he closed his eyes, Sonia’s face appeared. Her smile, her bold mouth, her tiny voice saying, “I wish you were my father.” Aola sat up suddenly.
Why is this small child disturbing my spirit? He asked the empty room. I don’t even know her. He paced around his bedroom in silk pajamas, rubbing his face. I have board meetings tomorrow. Billion naira decisions. Why am I thinking about a 5-year-old with two pony buns? His phone buzzed. It was his assistant.
Sir, are you okay? You sneezed three times in the office today. That’s not normal. Aola sighed. I’m not sick. I’m confused. There was silence on the other end. Sir, should I book a doctor or a pastor? Aola snapped. Neither. Go and sleep. Meanwhile, in a tiny apartment across town, Nancy lay on her bed, staring at the ceiling with one eye open.
Sonia slept peacefully beside her, hugging her new toy tightly. Nancy hissed quietly. This man is dangerous. dangerous, not because he was wicked, but because he was stirring memories she had buried deep. How can a stranger feel so familiar? She whispered. She glanced at Sonia. Same skin tone, same stubborn chin, same fearless eyes, Nancy groaned softly. No, God forbid.
That man is not your father. Your father is somewhere in the universe. Sonia murmured in her sleep. Daddy. Nancy nearly fell off the bed. Jesus, even in sleep, you are embarrassing me. Back in his mansion, sleep finally attacked Abiola without warning. And when it did, it didn’t come gently. He found himself standing in a hotel hallway.
Cream carpets, golden lights, wedding music echoing faintly. “Wait,” he whispered. “I know this place.” A door creaked open. Inside, a young woman stood frozen, dark-skinned, curly hair tied in a bun, eyes wide with fear. Nancy, but younger, shaking, holding a tray. He watched himself, drunk, smiling foolishly, talking too much. I promised her things.
Dream Aola muttered in horror. He saw himself pull her gently. Saw her hesitate. Saw the moment she whispered, “Sir, you’re drunk.” And heard his own voice reply, “I’m not drunk. I just don’t want you to go.” Aola screamed, “Stop.” But the dream continued. The kiss, the bed, the morning light, and then emptiness. The girl gone. No name, no trace.
Aola jolted awake, breathing hard. Her. It was her. He sat up, running a hand through his hair. That waitress, the hotel, the wedding. He laughed weakly. So I finally remember 5 years later. Brain, you’re very useless. He stood and stared at his reflection. What if? He whispered slowly. What if that child? His heart skipped. Don’t be stupid.
Billionaires don’t get surprised children from wedding nights. Then he paused. Or do they? Decision time. Aviola grabbed his phone and stood. I need to see that girl again, Sonia. He smirked nervously. If she’s not my daughter, fine. I’ll buy her ice cream and disappear. Then he sighed. But if she is, he shook his head, half smiling, half terrified.
Logos will hear this story. That night, two adults lay awake in different parts of Logos. Both haunted by the same child. One out of fear, the other out of hope. And Sonia, she slept peacefully, unaware that her innocent wish had just shaken a billionaire’s entire world. Nancy knew something was wrong the moment Sonia refused breakfast.
In Legagos, no child rejects food without reason. Take this bread, Nancy pleaded, waving it gently. Sonia shook her head weakly. Mommy, I’m tired. Nancy touched her forehead. Hot. Too hot. Her soul left her body. Jesus, Sonia, why are you cooking like Sunday rice? Within minutes, Nancy was on the road, half running, half praying, dragging Sonia toward the nearest hospital.
At the reception desk, the nurse blinked lazily. Nancy slammed the counter. My child is burning like generator. Please help me. The nurse adjusted her glasses. Madam, calm down. Nancy shouted, “Calm down. If I calm down, this child will finish roasting.” The doctor came out later, serious. “Madam, your daughter needs blood transfusion urgently.
” Nancy nodded frantically. anything. Take mine. Take my neighbors. Take NEPAS if necessary. The doctor cleared his throat. Her blood type is rare. We don’t have it available. Nancy froze. What do you mean you don’t have it? The doctor shrugged gently. We need a matching donor. Nancy sat down slowly. Legos stood still. Enter the billionaire again.
At that exact moment, Abiola walked into the hospital like fate, wearing expensive shoes. He had gone to the restaurant earlier and found it empty. A waiter had whispered, “Madam NY’s daughter is sick. They’re in the hospital.” Abiola didn’t even finish hearing the hospital name before driving off.
When he saw Nancy pacing like a cage lion, his heart squeezed. “What happened?” he asked softly. Nancy snapped, eyes blazing. “Why are you here?” He raised his hands. I came because because what? To disturb us again? The doctor interrupted. Sir, are you family? Abola didn’t hesitate. Yes. Nancy turned sharply. Family? Sir, are you mad? Aviola shrugged.
I don’t know, but I feel like I am. The doctor sighed. Sir, if your family, we can test your blood. Aola nodded. Test anything. If my blood wants to help, let it help. Nancy muttered. This man is not normal. Minutes later, the nurse rushed out. Doctor, the blood matches. NY’s mouth fell open.
She stared at Aviola like he had just walked on water. You mean his billionaire blood matched my daughter? Aviola smirked weakly. Looks like money isn’t the only thing I give. Nancy rolled her eyes. Sir, please don’t joke at this time. The transfusion. Sonia lay quietly as the transfusion began. Abiola sat beside her, holding her tiny hand.
“You’ll be fine,” he whispered. “You still owe me many conversations.” Sonia smiled weakly. “You promise to be my daddy.” Nancy hissed quietly. “Child, hospital is not playground.” The nurse laughed softly. “Madam, she’s strong.” Nancy sighed. Too strong. I’m scared of her. The secret DNA test.
Later, while Nancy went to buy water, Aviola stood outside the doctor’s office. Doctor,” he said quietly, sliding a card forward. “Please do a DNA test.” “Sir, are you suspecting something?” Abiola nodded. “I’ve been suspecting since she told me I’m handsome.” The doctor sighed, “Say no more. The result that shook Legos.
” 2 days later, Aola sat alone in his car as the doctor called, “Sir, the DNA result is back.” Aviola swallowed. “Yes, 99.9%. She’s your biological daughter. Silence. Then Abiola laughed. A loud broken laugh. So I slept with a waitress at a wedding and produced a whole human being.
Abiola found Nancy sitting by Sonia’s bed. “We need to talk,” he said softly. Nancy frowned. “If this is about your blood again, it’s about that night,” he interrupted. Nancy froze. “The wedding hotel,” he continued. I was drunk. NY’s face turned pale. You? She whispered? He nodded slowly. I woke up the next morning searching for you, but you were gone. Tears filled NY’s eyes.
So, it was you? Sonia stirred. Mommy, daddy. Both adults froze. Nancy whispered. God help me. Abola smiled gently, tears in his eyes. Yes, princess. Daddy is here. In a Legos hospital room full of machines, fear, and laughter, truth finally knocked loudly. And this time, nobody could ignore it.
The hospital room was unusually quiet. The kind of quiet that came after storms, after shouting, tears, panic, and prayers that were not even spoken properly. Sonia slept peacefully, her tiny chest rising and falling like she had no idea she had just rearranged two adults lives with one innocent blood transfusion. Nancy sat stiffly on the chair, arms folded, eyes glued to the floor as if it owed her money.
Abiola stood by the window, hands in his pockets, staring at Legos traffic like it might suddenly explain how he had a child he didn’t know about. So he finally said, clearing his throat. You hid my daughter from me for 5 years. Nancy lifted her head slowly. I didn’t hide her. I misplaced you. Abiola turned. Misplaced.
You vanished the morning after. She snapped like a thief in the night. No note, no number, nothing. I thought you were a mistake that came with muscles and perfume. Abola blinked. Perfume? You smelled rich. Nancy added bitterly. For a moment, he stared at her. Then, to her surprise, he laughed. Not a small laugh, an actual full laugh that made two nurses peek into the room like, “Is this man okay? I left because I thought you’d disappear by morning,” he admitted.
“I panicked. Billionaire or not, I panicked.” Nancy scoffed. “Congratulations. Your panic produced a child.” They both went quiet. Then Sonia shifted in her sleep and murmured, “Daddy!” Abiola’s breath caught. He walked slowly to the bed, gently brushing her hair back. “I’m here,” he whispered like he was promising himself as much as her.
From that moment on, things moved fast, too fast. “Abiola insisted they move into his house temporarily.” Nancy insisted on keeping her job. Abiola insisted on private schools. Nancy insisted Sonia remained humble. They fought about everything and laughed about most of it. The staff didn’t know whether to call Nancy madam or future madam.
The assistant once addressed her as Mrs. Almost Billionaire and got fired, then rehired after Sonia begged. The media tried to sniff around, but Abiola shut it down with one press statement. My private life is not a public investment. What he didn’t say was that love had returned quietly without contracts, without mistakes, without running away.
One evening, months later, as Sonia played in the living room wearing his oversized slippers, Abiola turned to Nancy and said, “You know, we were terrible at timing.” Nancy smiled softly, but perfect at consequences. He knelt then. No audience, no cameras, just them. I didn’t choose love the first time, he said, but I’m choosing it now.
Will you marry me officially this time? Nancy looked at their daughter, then back at him. Only as you promised not to disappear again. He grinned. I’m stuck. Sonia already knows my bank password. They laughed. And for the first time, nothing felt accidental. Because sometimes love doesn’t come right. It comes back stronger, funnier, and right on time.
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