THE SPARKS WITHIN: CHAPTER 3
Waking up in the cloud filtered sunlight, I thought about all the things I needed to do today. With a sigh, I arose from my bed and walked into the bathroom and brushed my teeth. I managed to get out of bed early today because it’s a Saturday and I wanted to accompany Talatu to the market so that I can get some stuff for myself. I also wanted to get some fresh air because ever since the Alhaji Tanko incident, I haven’t been out. I quickly had my breakfast, took a shower and got ready. Knowing how Talatu is, I know she wouldn’t let me accompany her because she doesn’t want anything bad to happen to me. But I’m not a baby anymore, so to hell with that. I saw Talatu patiently waiting for my mother to give her the money and the list of things she needs to get. My mom has a visitor that’s why it is taking too long. Her friend Hajia Marka is here, I’m sure she brought some juicy gossip. Everyone in this town knows Hajia Marka, she’s an expert at spreading rumors an...
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