“Well, I want you to be comfortable here, so feel free to tell me whatever you need.”
“I‘m sure I‘ll enjoy my time here Aunt Isioma.”
“All right, Bunmi will bring the food when it is ready. You can freshen up in the adjoining bathroom.‘ She pointed to a door on the other side of the bed. “It‘s over there.”
“Thank you very much.” Gladys was bursting with happiness and couldn‘t wait for her aunt to leave the room. A wide smile began to bloom on her face.
“You don‘t have to thank me, my dear. Just eat, sleep and relax. I‘ll see you later.”
Her aunt left the room and Gladys finally let rip a whoop of joy. She sang and danced on the spot as she took in the room again. She quieted as she rounded the room, touching everything - bedspreads, curtains, wardrobe, dresser, mirror, chairs. The wonderful house was made even better by Aunt Isioma‘s positive attitude. This was different from what she and her mother assumed but also put her on her guard. And then there was that attractive man that drove her here. She knelt down and said a quick prayer of thanks.