˚°｡☆*.✧∘˚°｡✩ Unconscious.
"And finally, the female top Model and Queen beauty of the year goes to Miss Maybel Storms!"
Camera flashed from various angles almost making one go bound, loud claps, screams and cheers filled the hall again.
So this was her plan from the beginning, she wanted to be sure of herself so to get the last three points she created an abyss for me Mariam to dwell in. Announcing her dirty relationship with Henry Williams on the day of the award to make a particular someone feel down.
Without the right expression, you can't win a prize and that was one thing that made Mariam drop below expectations. Not only did she get a bronze award, her rank in the list would have dropped by now.
Maybel was so happy for her victory, she was offered a red rose bouquet, a golden colored slash with the label that read 'Queen of 20**' before the award was finally presented to her by Henry.
He leaned in and planted a soft kiss on her cheeks, she held the awards tightly with a broad smile. Same victory last year, same this year now she's a double legend, she's rising to the top for sure. She stared at Henry who was watching her so intimately, happily.
"I won." She breathed out. The two of them took pictures together. So many people stepped forwards to congratulate her on her win, the other two were no exception.
"Congratulations on your win, Miss! Storms!" Mariam spoke with a forced smile, she cursed herself bitterly for uttering those words to her again. What's the use of it?
Her gaze travelled from her happy face down to her waist, Henry's hand was playing around her waist. She felt her throat heat up again, inhaling a long shaky breath she turned to leave.
Maybel released Henry's grip around her waist before taking a step forward and enveloping her in a friendly hug. This gave Henry the opportunity to take a clear look at Mariam properly. Ever since she already found out about his stray decision he hasn't been able to take a close look at her.
Mariam couldn't control it, her sympathetic gaze was crying out to him, asking him numerous questions why he chose to dump her in such a way. Who would have thought that this was how their lovey-dovey relationship would end?
"Those who don't count their eggs before they hatch obviously, they don't know when the eggs go missing, all they would get to know is the final result, right?" Maybel's word snapped her back to reality.
Mariam looked away to cut her gaze from Henry. She scoffed when Maybel's scornful hug and words registered. At first she didn't return the hug but now, she hugged the young lady back and patted her back slowly and gently.
"Those who go way too high always fall hard and when they fall, they find it difficult to stand again, right?" She asked, using the same hypocritical tone Maybel used. Sounding Nice, innocent and curious but actually meaning cruel.
"We'll see about that at the end of the day." Maybel says coldly before disengaging the hug with an innocent smile. Her white cute face looked so happy.
Nemah came not too long, the hug got disengaged, went to Mariam and walked her down the stage, pulling her away rather a bit forcefully. Mariam pulled her hands away and glared at him.
"You'll only be causing more harm to yourself by getting involved with her. How much can you hold in your pretence."
"Yes boss, I think it's about time we leave now. Any other activity after this is none of our business." Naomi immediately gathered words to support Nemah.
Mariam nodded and followed them out of the hall like an obedient child. Even without their concerns she knows what is right for her already and getting out of there was her top priority now.
"You didn't have to come." She spoke after a while. Her voice was a little bit rough and husky. Her face was expressionless, she looked more of a living ghost now that she was out. Her vulnerability was starting to resurface.
"Had to talk out at the last minute." He apologized. "You needed me here more than anyone else." He gave a straight reply , holding her shoulders firmly. Even in her state, Mariam couldn't help but roll her eyes.
"Thanks" she muttered after what seemed like hours.
The three walked quietly to the park. Nemah opened the door for her to get in before he left but before she could even make an attempt to get near the door someone called her name from behind. Reflexively the three turned their backs to see who it was.
Henry Williams!!!
"Mariam." The young man pocketed stylishly and walked closer to them. Nemah was so infuriated by his presence he rubbed his temple. What was he doing there after all he had done
"I need to see you in person." Henry spoke again. Mariam just stared at him blankly. Seeing his face only made matters worse for her.
She closed her eyes and spoke softly. "Say whatever you want to say here Mr Williams and if you have nothing to say then I'm leaving."
Henry nodded, accepting her words. "A proper conversation can only be more formal when it has only the people involved."
Mariam scoffed with so much hatred and anger. She just wants to be free but no one is letting her be! She really doesn't understand what this Henry guy wants from her again. "Then I guess we aren't complete then. Where's the last party?!"
Henry sighed, taking a step forward. Mariam stood with folded arms. "Look, Mariam.....there's still more to this. I mean, just...." He was getting way too close ; he finally hit Nemah's red button.
Nemah stepped between them, covering Mariam from Henry's view entirely. Henry couldn't cover his irritation. The two of them stood talking before each other glaring fire at each other.
"Just go away now, what's there to talk about Mr Williams. I advise you to go back to your b°°ch and celebrate with her just like you are expected to do."
Henry flared up when Maybel got tagged a bitch. "Watch your tongue, man!" He countered angrily pushing Nemah back, in the process, hitting Mariam who staggered backwards holding her head tightly.
He was laying a foundation for a physical fight. Nemah smirked lazily. Not ready to get involved with him this time. His main focus and concern was on Mariam, getting involved with the good for nothing would do no good to the case on ground. But he couldn't control it at the same time.
Mariam was completely devastated. He even defended his new found lover in front of her. How cruel and heartless. She was starting to have a splitting headache now and her eyelids were forcefully closing against her will.
"Nemah, it's okay. Let's just leave and let him be." Mariam said before turning to enter the car. Just like a brain had a quick set back, she collapsed, but Naomi was quick in holding her.
" Boss!" Naomi screamed, drifting Nemah and Henry's attention from their brewing fight to the now unconscious damsel in distress.
" What happened to her?" Nemah's defensive look turned into a worrisome one. He didn't wait for Naomi to give an explanation before he carried her in his arms and helped her into the car.
During this period. Henry couldn't do anything because all his steps in helping were being hindered by Nemah who wouldn't even give him a chance to. He really hated the negro with all his heart.
He couldn't even leave to check up on her. He had to wait and support Maybel till the end of the program. Things were starting to get tougher than he imagined it to be.