Doctor........My name is James. i must also advice you that you stop visiting the farm for now and also stop any hard job. You need a good rest.
Pa Udoka......Doctor James thank you so much. i will try and do as you have suggested. Please extent my sincer greeting and thanks to chief douglas who is making this possible.
Doctor........That's ok!
LIGHT FADES
Inside a boutique: Agnes and Chief Douglas were buying the trunk box, cloths and costumes to be used for the trip. After the purchase, they all entered Chief's car headed straight home. they reached the junction leading to where Agnes will drop.
Agnes............Chief, i will be dropping at that junction.
Chief Douglas.... I know let me park the car very well. (Chief Parks the car) ok! see you tomorrow at the office.
Agnes............Chief! How about the small hand box and other things we bought. i need to start making preparation. At least wash and pack all my cloths, plus the new ones we bought and get myself set for the trip.
Chief Douglas.... I will ehm... I will do the packing myself. you don't have to stress yourself. And to remind you you don't need any of your old clothes. so don't worry.
Agnes............ (Looking surprised) you mean you will also pack my cloths for me? you have already done enough for me. just....
Chief Douglas.....(Insistently) you don't understand there are other things i will need to buy which i forgot. Don't just bother. i want to pack everything the way it won't be heavy to carry. Don't worry yourself. on the day of our departure. just put on your clothes, wear your shoe and come straight to the house. You are the African Queen. you don't need all these stress of carrying bag.
Agnes............Ok! Chief. What ever you said.(Open the car stepped down and waved to Chief who waved back and zooms off.
(page 15)
LIGHT FADES
A DREAM
Inside the dream, Mr Udoka was walking along the bank of a river with his daughter Agnes. At the other side of the river, Chief Douglas carries riches, smiling and beckoning to Agnes to come and take them. But the only way she could make it to the other side of the river is to cross the river. Chief Douglas continues to beckon on Agnes to cross over and collect those riches. Agnes made to jump into the water, but the dad restrained her.
Mr Udoka..... Agnes! what do you think you are doing? you want to jump into this water? are you...
Agnes.........(cuts in) don't worry dad. i can cross it.
Mr Udoka...... Cross what?! Are you out of your mind? can't you see that the current is very high do you want to drawn?
Agnes.........I won't get drawn Dad.
Mr Udoka......Is it because of the riches at the other side. Do you think you will make it at other other side? Can you be alive to enjoy those riches? look Agnes, you know God is always there to provide for us.
Agnes.........Dad! Stop worrying yourself. Nothing will happen to me. this is an opportunity for this family. (Before Mr. Udoka will say Agnes she had already plunged herself into the water. As she was crying for help. Chief Douglas deserted her and ran away. Pa Udoka will be crying and calling on Agnes when he came awake and saw Ikerie and Agnes by his side trying to wake him.
Ikerie/Agnes...Daddy wake up! wake up! (shaking their father).
Mr Udoka.......(Wakes, stares at both of them) oh! so it was all a dream. thank you lord. (Holding them to his bosom).
LIGHT FADES
As Chief Douglas zooms off and as driving home. his mind was consumed by the thoughts. "Everything is moving on smoothly as planned. if this trip is successful, than my dear Agnes you are hooked. there is no way i am going to let you go" (hiis phone rings. he picks it) Yeah! John! where are you now? (Pause) Ok! i am almost home. just give me few minutes, i will be with you.
AT CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE:
John waited patiently in his car. Chief Douglas arrived and met John waiting in his car outside the house. he packed beside him. As both men shook hands, Chief Douglas led him into this sitting room.
Chief Douglas....(Apologetically) i'm sorry Mr. John for keepin you waiting for long (shook hand)
Mr John..........No Problem.
Chief Douglas....Now lets get down to business. in two days time, i will embark on a trip.
Mr John..........The Stuff?
Chief Douglas.... (Retorts) of course you know what i am hinting at.
Mr. John..........It will be arranged. Ehm... Are you still using the same courier?
Chief Douglas.....(Puzzles over the statement) Why do you ask?
Mr John...........Mmm.... You know, you told me that the guy nearly messed himself up.
Chief Douglas.....Forget. i've got a new courier. and don't ask me who because it's somebody that wouldn't interest you. the last guy you brought nearly messed up the whole thing. Now i have chosen somebody you will never have imagined for this.
Mr John..........Well, who ever. so when will you be needing it?
Chief Douglas....The trip is in two days time. Can i get it today?
Mr John.........(Thinks it over) Yeah! Could be arranged. But if you don't see me today thn you will see me tomorrow unfailingly.
Chief Douglas...Please do. I want to fasten everything my columbia brothers don't like delay. they will always expect you to stick to the time you agreed with them. Any single default from you will attract sactions.
Mr John..........I will try. And less i forget, how many grams will you be needing?
Chief Douglas..... 10kg will be ok! i will give cheque on delivery to cover for all the payments or do you want cash?
Mr John..........(Heaves his shoulder) As it suits you Chief (As Mr John left the house. chief Douglas soliloquises)
Chief Douglas.....(Soliloquize) i will package this girl as an international artist from Africa. that i believe is enough reason for her to travel without being searched on arrival. Yes! i have already taken care of the airport authorities here in Nigeria. My concern is over there on arrival. i just hope this deal works out as i am planning it. i just hope.
LIGHT FADE
AT SANDRA AND JOHN'S HOUSE
Inside their bedroom, Sandra and John were preparing for their night sleep.
Sandra.......(Turning to face her husband). Honey! You said last month that you will be going into car importation soon, since then nothing has been mentiion of it.
Mr John...... Yes! in fact, i must tell you that before the end of this month, i must have started it.
Sandra.......You know as well as i do that your profession is not an honorable one. Please dear, that profession is a very risky profession. Anything can happen. Please dear, i will continue to remind you about this everyday, because if anything happens, it will not only affect you alone, i will also be involved.
Mr John......(Moves cLoser too Sandra) you know i love you? (Sandra nods in concur). You know as your husband i trust you so much. that was why i don't hide anything from you. you know everything about me. i will be supplying Chief Douglas the stuff in large quantity tomorrow. He intends to travel with it tomorrow. he has promised to pay me on delivery. He inteds to travel with it tomorrow. And i must confess honey, that will be my last deal on cocaine. (Sandra's countenance changed to gloomy) so relax! Before the end of this month, i must have changed to your honourable profession.(looks at Sandra's face) why is your face like that? i thought you will be happy with the news Sandra.
Sandra......(Tries to brighten up) of course! i am happy.
Mr John..... You don't seem happy to me. you seem to have this far away look in your eyes.
Sandra......(Smiles) No honey! i'm ok. its just this little dizziness i do feel at times. Can we sleep now?
Mr John..... Oh sure.
LIGHT FADES
CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Inside the sitting room, Chief Douglas lines up his boys as he addresses them
Chief Douglas..... Jack! Wacko! Shege! (All responded individually) i called you guys out to intimate you about my 3 golden rules or principles. i strictly adhere to this principles because it guides every action of my actions in life. (chief moved to the bar area, poured himself a drink. than carrying the drink, he returned back to his position) you see in life it is good to have a guiding principle or rule, if you let those principles guide you, you will not make a mistake. the first of this principles is reputation. It is your job to buid and continue to restructure my reputation in this town never allow anything to tarnish my image in this town. if you allow my reputation to slip, it will make me vulnerable (he took a long hard look at them and continue). the second of this principle is recognisingb a trouble stirrer. up untill now nobody i has challenged my authority in this town. but that does not mean it will not happen in the future. the only solution to this problem is to strike at the source of the trouble. This third is boldness. you have handled all my assignments to you with boldness, I want to commend you for that now! you may be wondering why i am analysing all this to you guys. these principles, i just now should be seen as your duties towards me as your boss, and as you know anyone who fails in his duties will be severly penelized severely. that will be all guys ( Dismissing them with a wave of the hand. as themade to go) One more thing guys. i will be travelling soon. and for that, this week may be a bit hectic for me, so i will need you guys to be up and doing. And concerning what i just analysed to you guys, i will not fail to add that if you want to succeed in life, make these principles your watch word (Turns to Jack) get the car ready Jack i have an appointment to keep.
Jack.......... ok! Boss!
(page 18)
LIGHT FADES
AT MR UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
(Mr Udoka was relaxing in his parlour when ikerie entered)
Mr Udoka..........Ike, come!where is your sister? i thought you both left together this afternoon.
Ikerie............Yes papa on our way home, she branched to see off her friend Sandra.
Mr Udoka.......... So how is Chief and his wife?
Ikerie............they are fine papa. they even send their regards to you.
Mr Udoka...........Come ikerie, there is something i want to ask you.
Ikerie............What is it papa?
Mr Udoka...........What do you think about this trip Agnes your sister wants to embark with chief douglas?
Ikerie.............Well papa if your aking for my opinion i will say it is the best thing that has ever happened to this family.
Mr Udoka...........(Smiles Mischievously) You see God has a way of revealing thing to me. And the reason been that i have a good heart. though i have enermies my hands are clean before God. No wonder God has continued to protect this family.
Ikerie.............(Looked puzzled) i don't seem to understand where are you going Papa.
Mr Udoka...........I will tell you but i want agnes to be here. What i have to say concerns Agnes. infact it revolves solely on Agnes. God has opened my eyes to see things clearly. i will like to see Agnes the moment she comes in.
Ikerie............ok! papa. hope there is no problem?
Mr Udoka.......... my son! Agnes no na Akirika. all that glitters are not gold oh. (Ikerie stars in confusion).
LIGHT FADES
SANDRA/JOHN'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Sandra.......Believe you me, i was comtemplating coming to your house this afternoon Agnes. Thank God you are here.
Agnes........Hope all is well, this one you are feeling agitated.
Sandra....... It goes to tell you important it is.
Agnes....... You have not spokene like this this before Sandra. what is it?
Sandra....... it's about this trip you want to make in two days time with Chief Douglas.
Agnes........(Change in facial Expression) what about it Sandra?
Sandra.......(sounds philosophical) If You have been following my advice to you concerning Chief Douglas, you will know that i have always being using the word be careful. i could also remember telling you that Chief never venture into anything without an aim. (Agnes Nodes) Now i think i have known his reason for trying to be nice to you and your family.
Agnes.......(Puzzles over the statement) how do you mean Sandra
Sandra......I never wanted reveal this to anyone. But due to the urgency of the matter now at hand, i have no choice but to tell you. you see, my husband John deals on Cocain. (Agnes shakes head in dissapointment) yeah! he doesnot push push cocain, he only makes it available to those who intend to make a trip with it. Now he has supplied this hard drugs to Chief Douglas for his intended trip in 2 days time. And this will be my husbands last deal on cocain he wants to....
Agnes.......(Cuts her Abruptly) Wait are you trying to insinuate that the drugs your husband supplied to Chief was meant for our intended trip next tomorrow?
Sandra...... Well, i wouldn't know Agnes!But he told me last night that he will be supplying Chief the drugs tomorrow for the trip he wants to make in 2 days time.
Agnes.......(Shakes her head in dismay) Sandra! Am sure you don't want me to believe that Chief wants to use me as a courier for drugs? look Sandra my mind is already made up for this trip.
Sandra...... listen to me Agnes! whether you believe me or not, i have already warned you. Remember i told you before, chief doesnot go into anything without an aim.
Agnes........(dismay rises from seat) Ehm... Sandra! want to be going.
Sandra....... you seem to be angry over my advice and warning well the choice is yours Agnes. And please, i want to beg you . donot confront Chief with this issue with issue so that it wouldnot bring problem between me and my husband.
Agnes........(Sarcastic) i will remember your advice and warning Sandra, thank you (Agnes left the house angrily. Camera follows Agnes as she was going home and thinking aloud) "imagine Sandra! i expected her to be happy at my good fortune and here she is trying to pour sand in my garri, i don't know if she is enermy of progress. Chief Douglas could be anything but a drug peddler (she sighs) i wouldnt have told you about it in the first place.
LIGHT FADES
PA UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
(Mr Udoka is talking to his son Ikerie)
Mr Udoka......My son this life we live is all about give and take. Nothing comes easy. in virtually everything we do in life, there is always a price tag. (Agnes entered)
Agnes.........Good day Papa.
Mr Udoka......Good day my daughter. Please come, i was about to send ikerie to go call you.
Agnes.........(Stares expectantly at him) ok! Here i am papa.
Mr Udoka......Please sit down. i have something to discuss with you both, most especially with you Agnes.
Agnes.........(Stares in dismay) hope all is well papa?
Mr Udoka......All is well my daughter, you see, as your father, i have seen many sunsets before you were born. what i see sitting down if you climb mountain you may not see it. i want you to know Agnes that as your father; i will never with hold any good from you. No man in his right senses will with hold good from his own family. Everybody wants prosperity. But when the prosperity is laced with dangerous risk, then i wouldnot want to be part of it. i know that there is something more to this trip than met the ordinary eyes. (Agnes expression change), you see God has always proved to be with us. Last night i had a dream. Infact a nightmare and it all centered on you Agnes.(Agnes pulled a chair and sat next to the door). Since mourning i have been cracking my brain trying to understand the meaning of the dream, what it really entails. But i think God has open my eyes to the meaning. The revelation may not suit you Agnes. But i will implore you to understand. Now let me tell you about that dream. And you Agnes were walking on path, and than we suddenly we come face to face with a stream or was it a river! At the other side was chief Douglas with bags of money, beckoning on you Agnes to come and take them. I, your father adviced you not to cross the river, because the current is very high but due to the riches on the other side of the river, you ignored me and jumpped in but couldn't make it to the other where the riches are, and as you where drowning and shouting for help Chief Douglas deserted you and ran away. I still thank God it was just a dream. Yes see, it is only a fool that gets blinded by ray thrown by the light of wisdom. A fool is in perpetual disaggrement with the teaching of wisdom. But a wise man sees with the rays thrown by the light of wisdom, and also learns from the teachings of wisdom. So what am i really saying? this marks the end and termination of the unwholesome trip Agnes.
Agnes..........Papa?
Mr Udoka.......Yes you heard me well Agnes. Tomorrow i want you to go to Chief Douglas, tell him that i would like to see him.
LIGHT FADES
AT CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (Chief is on phone)
Chief Douglas.....Ehm... So Mr Frank i hope everything is set and in there order (paused) good! i also believe that her banner is well situated is. how abouut the hotel where we will lodge (Pause) that's fine! (pause) ok! you mean the columbia brothers? i know! tell them that the stuff will definately arrive tomorrow at the exact time. (pause) 10 Grams,(pause) yeah, all arrangement is in place (pause) well, there will be no problem on that. my immigration friends will be on duty that very night we will travel so i will make sure she enters his counter and not any other counter. i have already informed him so there will be no problems here.infact he has assured me a hitch free passage with the package. i am only concerned about the immigration and the police over there. (pause) that's fine well, we will leave Nigeria tomorrow. At exactly Nigerian time (there is a knock at the door) Ehm! Frank please i will call youu later, i have a visitor right now. Alright bye (drops the phone goes to open the door) Ah! Agnes coomes in. why are you here so early hope no problem.
Agnes..............No, there is no problem Chief. My dad sent me to call you. he said he would like to have a chat with you.
Chief Douglas...... Ehm... Ok sit down let me pick few things inside, so we can drive down to the house together.
Agnes..............Oh no Cheif, i still have other urgent message i need to deliver to a friend across the road. i see you in the house.
Chief Douglas......Well if you say so. how are you preparing for tomorrow's trip, i expect you to be excited. Well i can understand this is your first step into the world.
Agnes..............(Uneasy) ehm... eh... Yes! yes! Chief (nodding her head)
Chief Douglas......Ok! we will see in the house. (Agnes left and closed the door! Chief stared briefly at the door). Goose pimples! She is very very uneasy. is anything wrong? Because i can see was making an effort to pull herself together. well, could be excitement. i better rush down and see her dad. (entered his room)
LIGHT FADES
AT SANDRA/JOHN'S HOUSE:
(Agnes walked into the sitting room feeling weak despair, than slumps in the chair)
Sandra..............(Puzzled) Agnes! is everything ok! with you. are you still angry over what i revealed to you? well i am sorry if it is still bothering you, you are still my friend. if i said anythiing that will harm you, i will.........
Agnes..............(quickly but timidly cuts her) No! wait Sandra. could you believe that after i left your house, i went straight home to rest. you will not believe that my dad sat me down and claimed he saw a disaster in his dream concerning our trip. Sandra! my dad has cancelled the trip.
Sandra.............I thank God it is coming from your ownn father Agnes. If you don't believe me you will believe you father's dream.
Agnes..............I am so confused Sandra.
Sandra............ You should not be confused Agnes! listen to me your life matters here. But wait! did you say that your father has cancelled the trip?
Agnes.............Yes! Sandra! he has cancelled it.
Sandra.............Are you serious?
Agnes..............Of course! and i can't bring myself to tell Chief that the trip has been cancelled. i just told him that my father wants to have a chat with him.
(page 22)
Sandra.............We should thank God for opening our eyes to discover his intensions earlier enough. All those talk about exposing and promoting you talents was just a front.
Agnes..............But Sandra. seriously! i still don't believe that Chief wanted to use me to peddled drugs.
Sandra.............Well, atleast God has opened your eyes a bit by revealing it to dad in a dream. you should be thankful and grateful to God.
Agnes..............Hmmmmmm! Even when he opted to drive me home. i simply refused. i can't even look at him in the face. i can't bring myself to tell him it's all over (Sighs in frustion)
Sandra.............(Goes and pacifies Agnes) Hold yourself Agnes everything will soon be over. That your fathers has a great meaning of which if you put two and two together you will understand the meaning. Do you know that if you are caught some countries may give you life imprision. others may give you death sentence. Now think of what will happed to your family the people you left behind. the trauma alone will kill your father.(Drys Agnes tears) dont worry Agnes. just see it as a bubble that will soon fizzle out.
LIGHT FADES
AT MR UDOKA'S HOUSE: (Chief Douglas was visibly angry)
Chief Doouuglas...........(Mildly) Mr Udoka why?! do you know how much i have invested in this whole trip arrangement? so you want to tell me you are pulling out at this stage when all arrangements have been concluded because of a dream you had? you want to throw away good fortune because of a mere dream Mr Udoka.
Mr Udoka.................Chief! i am sorry if i have wrong you by my decision to withdraw my daughter. the reason was what i hae just told. i also want to use the medium to thank you for all your good effort and concerns, you have shown to my famiily. i truely appreciated.
Chief Douglas...........(Implores) Mr Udoka you can't do this! we are leaving tomorrow evening. I'm only trying to make your daughter well known in her choosen field. and it is for the betterment of this family. Mr Udoka tell me the real reason you are withdrawing your daughter at this crucial moment. at this last minute i don't believe its because of a mere false dream you had.
Mr Udoka................Well if you also want to know, Chief! Agnes is my only daughter. i just realized that if i let her to go i would not have anyone to look after me. Besides there are other girls who will be willing to go with you.(Chief Douglas stares at Mr Udoka with hatred and disgust. than muttered under his breath and lef. Mr Udoka Stares briefly at the door than relayed back in himself) i cannot see danger and plunge my daughter in to it. i should be a fool to ignore such warning signals. I have always known that there must be a reason for all this fine gestures.
(page 23).
LIGHT FADES
Chief Douglas...............(hits something in anger) me! (grits his teeth) Mr Udoka has beated the finger that fed him. after all i have done for him this is hown he repays me. But he should have realized that, its is better not to ride the tiger in the first place, than to ride ride and want to stop (goes to the bar and pours himself a drink) i can't afford to disappoint the columbia brothers knowing the penalty that comes along with it. Apart from lossing doing business with them for good. they will may sure no body patronizes me auy longer (thinks) how about getting another girl as Mr Udoka suggested? That means i will have to start afresh again, convincing the parents to allow me take their daughter abroad for talent exposure. Well, that is what i may have to do, but first let me call my associats t know if extension will be possible to enable me prepare another (picks up the phone, ddials a number, after sometime) Yeah! Please, Frank there is a very ugly situation here, please can you meet the columbia brothers on my be half and arrange a 5 days Extension (pause) i know it is long over due, i also know they will be furiouse but something has cropped up here, i will explain to you later, i will explain to you later, but please help me solicit for this extension (pause) i know please try (pause) ok! i will be expecting your call, thank you ( hangs up) but come to think of itt something other than the dream he claims must have made Mr Udoka to change his mind and all of a sudden withdraws his daughter and was even suggestin i should go with another girl, or has someone informed him about the drugs? very unlikely (continues to pace) just when you think you gotten it under your control. Well may be i think i have to get another girl, than i will arrange for her international passport, and then start convincing her parents. i just hope they will agree to this Extension. Thers are alot of girls who will jump to this opportunity let me.....(The phone rings he rushes and picks it up lookin expectantly) Yes Frank! how did it go?! (pause) (his face fell. exclaims) What! they gave me two days grace? No! i can't make this trip next tomorrow, there are so many loose ends to tidy up here. please.... hello, hello! Frank!....(he replaces the reciever) (heaves a sigh) what will i do? they said two days. getting another international passport would take even more than two. God! i am determined to make this trip. in fact i must make this trip with Agnes, And Mr Udoka you can't stand on my way to success not after have gotten this far.in fact you have given no choice than to remove you out of my way to success. Mr Udoka you have proved to be a trouble stirrer and i have no choice than to strike you. Yes strike the source of trouble and the sheep will scather and come to think of it if the father is no more the children will be vulnerable. this girl will be more willing for this trip because she will have no choice. Yes!i have just two days too accoomplish these (Moves towards the phone and starts to dial) Mr Udoka you have acted like the pproverbial bird that challenges its Gods for a wrestling competition after a sumptous meal in cell, lets see who will win (As the phone line clicks) Jack! i want to see you and the other boys right now and fast too (drops the phone)
LIGHT FADES
(In the middle of the night at Mr Udoka's house whole town was asleep. Three (3) thugs (Jack,Wacko, and Shegu) wearing face mask moed briskly towards Mr Udoka's House. Expertly, they unlock the door and then sauntered to where Mr Udoka was sleeping with his children. Jack tapped Mr Udoka so hard and he woke with a start.
Mr Udoka...........(Fearfully stammers) Who..who.. who are you? and how did you gain entrance here? (Agnes and Ikeri started screeming when the other two thugs covered the mouth to still their screams while holding them tight).
Jack............ Where is the Money?
Mr Udoka ........ Money? did you say money? there is no money here. how do you expect a wretched old man like me to have money. please.
Shege/Jack....... (cuts him) shut up we have information that you have money here.
Mr Udoka......... you can look for yourself. there is no.......
Wacko/Jack.......No! you go and get it where you have hidden it.
Mr Udoka......... I am wrethed old man. i don't have any money. i am telling you the truth. there is.......
Jack............. you are wasting my time old man now get up! (Moved close to where Mr Udoka sat as Agnes and Ikerie were wailing and screeming struggling to free themselves as the other thugs trys to still there sreems) you will be coming with us.
Mr Udoka.........Me! you can't take me with you, my health is falling me please i am begging you.
Jack............ Your ill health is no concern of mine. And for the money your daughter will have to look for the money to ramsom you. (starts to drag Mr Udoka out of the house as the other thugs pushed Ikerie and Agnes into the inner room and locked them from outside as they wail and hit the door).
LIGHT FADES
(Mr Udoka's house in the mourning of the next day few neighbors and sympathizes and Agnes friend Sandra gathered to console Agnes and Ikerie as they were crying their eyes out refusing to be consoled seconds later Chief Douglas arrived)
Chief Douglas..........(Feigning ignorant) Agnes! Agnes! how did it happen? i came immediately i heard. where is your father! Where is Nna anyi Udoka?
Agnes..................(Tearfully) 3 boys wearing a mask entered our house last night and kidnapped my father
Tuesday, 9 February 2016
Agnes......... I was begining to wonder if no one is at home.
Sandra........Sorry about that. i didn't know you are the door. Please sit down. Ehee! At Caro's birthday, i saw you discussing with Chief Douglas. But i wasn't all that chanced to come and ask what he wants from you. hope no problem.
Agnes.........(Giiggles) That explains my mission here. in fact,i must tell you that i am the luckiest and happiest girl on earth.
Sandra.......(Impores) Mmm.... Please hit. Hit me with the news i can't wait to hear it.
Agnes........After my performance that day, chief came to me and said he liked my dancing. that he wants to develop my talents by arranging foreign tours where my talents could be more developed. And just yesterday he was at my house to get my fathers consent. And you know what? my father was so please with the idea.
Sandra......(Expressionless) Well, that very thoughtful of him. But i must tell you that not all that glitters are Gold. The only advice i can give you is to be careful with him.
Agnes........(Stares in confusion) why did you say that? is he up to mischief?
Sandra.......Well i wouldn't say, but. you see, there is one thing i can tell perfectly well about Chief. that thing is that Chief can never give thought or venture into anything without an aim. But all the same you have to be careful with him.
Agnes........I will. But Sandra! How come you know much about chief.
Sandra.......John, my husband is Chief Douglas pally.He tells me every of his affairs with Chief Douglas. In fact, he does business with chief Douglas. All i can tell you Agnes is to be very careful.
Agnes........Well you have always known me to be careful. thank you for your advice. Ehm... would you accompany me to the market next week to buy the costumes and other things needed in preparation for the trip?
Sandra...... So quick? Around what time next week?
Agnes........By middle of next week, i just wanted to inform you in advance.
Sandra.......Mmm.....I don't really know my schedule. but there is no problem. you can check or call. if i am available, we will go together.
(page 11)
Agnes........ Thank you so much! You are indeed a Friend Sandra. (they hug). and thanks for all your advice to me.
Sandra....... What are friends for?
LIGHT FADES
MALE HOSTEL (INTERIOR)
In the off campus female hostel of a university campus, inside Caro's hostel room, Uche and Caro were hitting it out with the fine rhythmic hip hop coming out of Caro's radio cassette.
Seconds later the door clicks open and julie (Caro's special friend) comes in. Uche and Caro were so engrosed in their dance that they hardly noticed julie's presence. julie went immediately and off the music, and this jolted them.
Uche.......(Aghast) hey! Julie, whats the matter with you?
Julie......(Cautions Mildly) Will you shut up? (Turns to Caro). You never stop to amze me how can you engage yourself with this kind of dance with Uche, or have you forgot that you have been betrothed? what if any of your in law relatives on campus sees you? Don't you think they may start assuming things? and the door, you didnot even care to lock it.
Uche.......(Frays) what your own Julie, tell me what's your business? if her in-inlaws say they don't want her again. she knows that am always available. (lumps into a Chair).
Caro......(Rebukes) Hey! Uche stop it (Turns to Julie) am very sorry it wont happen again.
Julie..... you better be careful. By the way you told me yesterday that your father in-law will be visiting today.
Caro...... Yes! But it is towards evening.
Julie...... But it is now afternoon. Don't you think its time you start arranging things. dishevelled your room is? (Turns to Uche who flips through magazine) lover boy please excuse us.
Uche....... (Indignant) listen Julie, i can't have you ordering me inside my girls apartment. (Sighs and reluctantly walked out. Julie ignored him and continued to arrange the house. Than Julie's Eyes caught sight of a rose flower).
Julie...... That's a real rose you have there. Who gave it to you? is it Chief?
Caro....... No, it's Uche that brought. i don't know where he got from.
Julie......Caro, i must tell you the truth. if this boy should continue like this than your marriage is under threat.
Caro.......(Concurs) Its true Julie. To be frank, i don't love this guy. i only love his money. i know where my heart is. But the fact is that am too damn lonely to fight him off whenever he come signing his love tunes to me. Please i will so much love it if you will help me discourage him.
Julie...... You too try to put up some resistance at times.
Caro....... Ok i will try (Silence reigns as both continue to arrange the house).
Julie....... By the way, have you made or rather reconciled with Donald over last incident?
Caro........Believe you me, i have tried to straighten issues with him before he travelled out, he still remains adamant. Anytime he hears my voice on phone he quickly cuts the phone off. i don't know why he cannot forgive and forget such a mistake. i know i shouldn't have slept with Charlee, but it has happened. Anyway sha! i don't think he will be a problem because his father Chief Douglas and my father i have assured me and i know that both of them can easily influence him.
Julie.......I hope so o! you know men and their ego especially when such things happed and their friend is involved. did Chief tell you the time he will be coming?
Caro........ He Said from 4, 5 PM.
Julie.......I will help you stay at the hostel entrance and look out for him. if i spot him, i will rush down and tell you so that you can feign sickness. that is if you want him to part with enough money.
Caro....... that's a very good idea. (Seconds later a knock at the door and peeped, than returned back).
Jullie...... I don't think i know who is at the door. And don't trhink he is a student either.
Caro........(Rushes to the door and peeped. then turned to julie). I know him. he is one of Chiefs boys. (she opened the door). jack! You are welcome. i hope there is no problem.
Jack........ Well, there is non for now. Chief is outside. (Caro was excited as she run outside to meet Chief).
AT WHERE CHIEFS CAR WAS PARKED (CARO WAS LEANING AT THE CAR DOOR)
Chief DOUGLAS..... Sorry to have come earlier than the scheduled time. How are you doing with your studies? (Jack followed by Julie came out to where chief car was parked) i wouldn't have come at all because i have a tight schedule. But i don't renegage on my promise, that's why am here. so how are you today?
Caro..............Fine, Chief. we thank God.
Julie.............Good day Chief.
Chief Douglas.....How are you Julie? I hope the school stress is not weighing both of you down.
Julie.............It is weiighing us down Chief. but what will we do. we have no choice.
(page 13)
Chief Douglas.....Well you know that old saying, suffer now and enjoy later. And you know this suuffering is for a littlle while (Turns to Caro) i will be going now. this is N20,000. You can use it for your provisions and other school activities. (To Julie) here is your pocket money. this is N5,000.
Julie.............Thank you so much Chief. i am very grateful
Chief Douglas.....(To Caro) Take goood care of yourself. don't do anything you know wouldnn't tell me.
Caro..............Chief you know i will not try anythin stupid knowing fully well that i havve been betrothed.
Chief Douglas..... I like that. its good you are well aware of that. Mmm... Make good use of that money. i will see you around.
Caro............... thank you so much I'm very grateful Chief. I'm very grateful. Please say me well to Donald when next you call him. (Jack starts the car as Caro and Julie step back. they both waved at chief. As they returned back to Caro's room. they saw Uche enjoying a hip hop mmusic. Julie went straight and off the music).
Uche..............(Flares) what in the hell is wrong with you do think you are doing julie, have you gone nuts?
Julie............. Its you that have gone nuts! (Turns To Caro) Its either he leaves this place or i leave.
Caro..............(Walked up to Uche, who cast her an angry look. using hushed tone) please don't be annoyed. I will see you in the evening. we have an issue at hand now.
Uche..............I will go. But warn Julie or whatever she calls herself. the next time she orders me around here again, i will seriously deal with her. (Gives Caro a card). this card came with the rose flower. Sorry, i forget to bring it along with the flower.
Caro..............Thank you. (Collects the card. As Uche left)
Julie.............What was that he gave you?
Caro..............it is a card. He said he forgot to bring it along with the flower.
Julie.............let me see the content of the card.(Caro tossed it to Julie who opens the seal, than reads it aloud).
Baby!
Your love is a great asset to me. if there is anything i desired do much, it is to be the father of your kids.
-Uche.
Julie.......... To save this marriage, this madness had to stop.
Caro........... I totally agree with you Julie. it must definately stop.
(PAGE 14)
LIGHT FADES
AT PA UDOKA'S HOUSES:(Chief Douglas family doctor was administering Medical checkup on Mr Udoka).
Doctor...... Mr Udoka i have check your blood pressure, heart beat and every other thing. i noticed that your B.P is very high and if not checked can lead to hypertension or heart attack. i also detected sugar in your blood stream. You need to cut down on any stress related activities and even watch what you eat.
Pa Udoka.....Thank you doctor! i don't even do much work again. you know as one gets older as i am now all sorts of sickness and diseases will start to spring up.
Doctor....... Well for now i will be administering you treatment here. if the situation did not improve, i will arrange for you to be transfered to the hospital.
Pa Udoka..... Thank you so much doctor. What's your name?
Sandra........Sorry about that. i didn't know you are the door. Please sit down. Ehee! At Caro's birthday, i saw you discussing with Chief Douglas. But i wasn't all that chanced to come and ask what he wants from you. hope no problem.
Agnes.........(Giiggles) That explains my mission here. in fact,i must tell you that i am the luckiest and happiest girl on earth.
Sandra.......(Impores) Mmm.... Please hit. Hit me with the news i can't wait to hear it.
Agnes........After my performance that day, chief came to me and said he liked my dancing. that he wants to develop my talents by arranging foreign tours where my talents could be more developed. And just yesterday he was at my house to get my fathers consent. And you know what? my father was so please with the idea.
Sandra......(Expressionless) Well, that very thoughtful of him. But i must tell you that not all that glitters are Gold. The only advice i can give you is to be careful with him.
Agnes........(Stares in confusion) why did you say that? is he up to mischief?
Sandra.......Well i wouldn't say, but. you see, there is one thing i can tell perfectly well about Chief. that thing is that Chief can never give thought or venture into anything without an aim. But all the same you have to be careful with him.
Agnes........I will. But Sandra! How come you know much about chief.
Sandra.......John, my husband is Chief Douglas pally.He tells me every of his affairs with Chief Douglas. In fact, he does business with chief Douglas. All i can tell you Agnes is to be very careful.
Agnes........Well you have always known me to be careful. thank you for your advice. Ehm... would you accompany me to the market next week to buy the costumes and other things needed in preparation for the trip?
Sandra...... So quick? Around what time next week?
Agnes........By middle of next week, i just wanted to inform you in advance.
Sandra.......Mmm.....I don't really know my schedule. but there is no problem. you can check or call. if i am available, we will go together.
(page 11)
Agnes........ Thank you so much! You are indeed a Friend Sandra. (they hug). and thanks for all your advice to me.
Sandra....... What are friends for?
LIGHT FADES
MALE HOSTEL (INTERIOR)
In the off campus female hostel of a university campus, inside Caro's hostel room, Uche and Caro were hitting it out with the fine rhythmic hip hop coming out of Caro's radio cassette.
Seconds later the door clicks open and julie (Caro's special friend) comes in. Uche and Caro were so engrosed in their dance that they hardly noticed julie's presence. julie went immediately and off the music, and this jolted them.
Uche.......(Aghast) hey! Julie, whats the matter with you?
Julie......(Cautions Mildly) Will you shut up? (Turns to Caro). You never stop to amze me how can you engage yourself with this kind of dance with Uche, or have you forgot that you have been betrothed? what if any of your in law relatives on campus sees you? Don't you think they may start assuming things? and the door, you didnot even care to lock it.
Uche.......(Frays) what your own Julie, tell me what's your business? if her in-inlaws say they don't want her again. she knows that am always available. (lumps into a Chair).
Caro......(Rebukes) Hey! Uche stop it (Turns to Julie) am very sorry it wont happen again.
Julie..... you better be careful. By the way you told me yesterday that your father in-law will be visiting today.
Caro...... Yes! But it is towards evening.
Julie...... But it is now afternoon. Don't you think its time you start arranging things. dishevelled your room is? (Turns to Uche who flips through magazine) lover boy please excuse us.
Uche....... (Indignant) listen Julie, i can't have you ordering me inside my girls apartment. (Sighs and reluctantly walked out. Julie ignored him and continued to arrange the house. Than Julie's Eyes caught sight of a rose flower).
Julie...... That's a real rose you have there. Who gave it to you? is it Chief?
Caro....... No, it's Uche that brought. i don't know where he got from.
Julie......Caro, i must tell you the truth. if this boy should continue like this than your marriage is under threat.
Caro.......(Concurs) Its true Julie. To be frank, i don't love this guy. i only love his money. i know where my heart is. But the fact is that am too damn lonely to fight him off whenever he come signing his love tunes to me. Please i will so much love it if you will help me discourage him.
Julie...... You too try to put up some resistance at times.
Caro....... Ok i will try (Silence reigns as both continue to arrange the house).
Julie....... By the way, have you made or rather reconciled with Donald over last incident?
Caro........Believe you me, i have tried to straighten issues with him before he travelled out, he still remains adamant. Anytime he hears my voice on phone he quickly cuts the phone off. i don't know why he cannot forgive and forget such a mistake. i know i shouldn't have slept with Charlee, but it has happened. Anyway sha! i don't think he will be a problem because his father Chief Douglas and my father i have assured me and i know that both of them can easily influence him.
Julie.......I hope so o! you know men and their ego especially when such things happed and their friend is involved. did Chief tell you the time he will be coming?
Caro........ He Said from 4, 5 PM.
Julie.......I will help you stay at the hostel entrance and look out for him. if i spot him, i will rush down and tell you so that you can feign sickness. that is if you want him to part with enough money.
Caro....... that's a very good idea. (Seconds later a knock at the door and peeped, than returned back).
Jullie...... I don't think i know who is at the door. And don't trhink he is a student either.
Caro........(Rushes to the door and peeped. then turned to julie). I know him. he is one of Chiefs boys. (she opened the door). jack! You are welcome. i hope there is no problem.
Jack........ Well, there is non for now. Chief is outside. (Caro was excited as she run outside to meet Chief).
AT WHERE CHIEFS CAR WAS PARKED (CARO WAS LEANING AT THE CAR DOOR)
Chief DOUGLAS..... Sorry to have come earlier than the scheduled time. How are you doing with your studies? (Jack followed by Julie came out to where chief car was parked) i wouldn't have come at all because i have a tight schedule. But i don't renegage on my promise, that's why am here. so how are you today?
Caro..............Fine, Chief. we thank God.
Julie.............Good day Chief.
Chief Douglas.....How are you Julie? I hope the school stress is not weighing both of you down.
Julie.............It is weiighing us down Chief. but what will we do. we have no choice.
(page 13)
Chief Douglas.....Well you know that old saying, suffer now and enjoy later. And you know this suuffering is for a littlle while (Turns to Caro) i will be going now. this is N20,000. You can use it for your provisions and other school activities. (To Julie) here is your pocket money. this is N5,000.
Julie.............Thank you so much Chief. i am very grateful
Chief Douglas.....(To Caro) Take goood care of yourself. don't do anything you know wouldnn't tell me.
Caro..............Chief you know i will not try anythin stupid knowing fully well that i havve been betrothed.
Chief Douglas..... I like that. its good you are well aware of that. Mmm... Make good use of that money. i will see you around.
Caro............... thank you so much I'm very grateful Chief. I'm very grateful. Please say me well to Donald when next you call him. (Jack starts the car as Caro and Julie step back. they both waved at chief. As they returned back to Caro's room. they saw Uche enjoying a hip hop mmusic. Julie went straight and off the music).
Uche..............(Flares) what in the hell is wrong with you do think you are doing julie, have you gone nuts?
Julie............. Its you that have gone nuts! (Turns To Caro) Its either he leaves this place or i leave.
Caro..............(Walked up to Uche, who cast her an angry look. using hushed tone) please don't be annoyed. I will see you in the evening. we have an issue at hand now.
Uche..............I will go. But warn Julie or whatever she calls herself. the next time she orders me around here again, i will seriously deal with her. (Gives Caro a card). this card came with the rose flower. Sorry, i forget to bring it along with the flower.
Caro..............Thank you. (Collects the card. As Uche left)
Julie.............What was that he gave you?
Caro..............it is a card. He said he forgot to bring it along with the flower.
Julie.............let me see the content of the card.(Caro tossed it to Julie who opens the seal, than reads it aloud).
Baby!
Your love is a great asset to me. if there is anything i desired do much, it is to be the father of your kids.
-Uche.
Julie.......... To save this marriage, this madness had to stop.
Caro........... I totally agree with you Julie. it must definately stop.
(PAGE 14)
LIGHT FADES
AT PA UDOKA'S HOUSES:(Chief Douglas family doctor was administering Medical checkup on Mr Udoka).
Doctor...... Mr Udoka i have check your blood pressure, heart beat and every other thing. i noticed that your B.P is very high and if not checked can lead to hypertension or heart attack. i also detected sugar in your blood stream. You need to cut down on any stress related activities and even watch what you eat.
Pa Udoka.....Thank you doctor! i don't even do much work again. you know as one gets older as i am now all sorts of sickness and diseases will start to spring up.
Doctor....... Well for now i will be administering you treatment here. if the situation did not improve, i will arrange for you to be transfered to the hospital.
Pa Udoka..... Thank you so much doctor. What's your name?
LIGHT FADES
AT CHIEF ONWUGBU'S HOUSE (EXTERIOR)
A social gathering in a closed house conducted by chief Onwugbu to mark his daughters birthday. amoung the special guest invited to to the high table was chief Douglas. he stud, waved to the crowed before proceeding to the high table. The MC makes some funny remarks about chief Douglas and a mixed uproar come from the guest as they began chanting his praise, igwe! igwe! soon the gong chimed and igbo cultural tune was sounded by a traditional flute. minutes later chief Douglas noticed the rare quality of a singer and dancer. strange girl with a strinking personality. he approaches her and starts to stray naira notes lavishly on her as she kept singing and dancing. in the Agnes lost herself entirely gyrating her whole body with captivating smiles and thereby evoking emotions from the audience. Everybody adored her, her manner and method of dance captured Chief Douglas attention and he was watching Agnes with Admired attention.
Soon the celebration was over and Chief Douglas cant butr wait to check out straight to the dance group stall to know more about this lady of exceptional quality.
Chief Douglas........Good day young lady, what is your name?
Agnes................Good day to you sir, i am Agnes Udoka.
Chief Douglas.........What a fine name for a fine lady, i want to express how please i was as i watched you performed this afternoon. you are such a talent.
Agnes.................(Giggles) thank you sir.
Chief Douglas.........how would you like it if your talent is well developed, so that you can engaged on international shows.you know what i mean, big show business.Flights to New York,Tokyo, London, Viena and so on. and of course a cardilac or limosine to take you around the town always.
Agnes.................(Stammers) Chief. I.....I..... I don't understand.
Chief Douglas.........Are you a kid? You understood me very well.
Agnes.................(shyly) Well... well... ehm.
Chief Douglas.........(Gives her a card) this is my complimentary card. call on me any time you get free from your doubts. (The celebrant Caro spots Chief Douglas and ran to him).
Caro..................(Excitedly) Chief! Sorry! i have been searching for you everywhere.
Chief Douglas.........Oh Caro you look splendid.well we can go now. (To Agnes)be seeing you young lady.
Agnes.................OK sir, Thank you.
(CARO NOW WITH CHIEF DOUGLAS)
Caro............ (Flatly what do you have to do with her Chief?
Chief Douglas.... you mean that girl, mmm... nothing really. its justt that i have discovered a talent in her.in fact her splendid performane has earned her my recognition. that girl is a talent and i want to explore those talent in her.
Caro..............That is very kind of you Chief. Ehm.... Chief i will be returning to schhool tomorrow.
Chief DOouglas.....Really, ok i'll see to that but meanwhile, where is your dad?
Caro............... See him over there with some guest (silence reigns as both moves forward to meet Chief Onwuegbu.As Chief Onwuegbu spots them he excuses his other guest. later Chief Douglas and Chief Onwuegbu were on the way to the house.Caro excused both men to attend to her friends.inside the house both men got seated as Chief Onwuegbu opens a both of wine and poured into two cups of glasses.
Chief Onwuegbu..... (Gives One glass too Chief Douglas) Where is Maria I Thought i saw her with you.
Chief Douglas...... Yes! but she left earlier she has a very important appointment to keep.
Chief Onwuegbu.....Please send my warm regards too her.now chief how about Donald. Havve you been hearing from him?
Chief Douglas.....Yes! he actually called me 3 days ago.He told me he will soon be in town but he doesn't know when.
Chief Onwuegbu....Please he better do, and fast too.You know today is marking my daughters 25th birthday. She is not growing young again.
Chief Douglas.....of course i know. Caro only needs to exercise little patience. Donald is my son. And i want to assure you that Caro's Marriage with my son is siigned and sealed and delivered. After all this marriage will briing the two families together and when yor ambition as the nextt governor is realised, i know i will get alot of back boone from you.
Chief Onwuegbu....you can say that again. just let me realize this dream as the next governor. Again in want to thank you for your financial support towards realizing my political dreams.
Chief Douglas.....Oh! Thats nothing.you know it is often said that if you have some money iin your left pocket, and you wish to transfer it to you right pocket the money still belongs to you.(General laughter)
LIGHT FADES
MR UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Agnes.............Dad, you know what happed today?
Mr Udoka..........NO! What happened?
Agnes.............After my performance at chief Onwugbu's compound, Chief Douglas, you know him now, he approached me and ........
Mr Udoka..........(interrupts) Chief Douglas? the wealthy man living at Nkanu lane.
Agnes.............Thank you. know him Papa.
Mr Udoka.......... He wants to make you his second wife? ( snapping hand over his head) its oovver my dead body.
Agnes.............(Matter of fact) No Daddy! listen first, after entertaining the guest he came to me and said that he liked how i performed and he would like to develop my talents by taking me to foreign countries where i can perform better. and you know what that means Dad. it means that our whole problems are over. please dad i don't want you to sayy no. our whole life depends on this golden opportunity.
Mr Udoka.......... Well Agnes my daughter, i will not want to object to the idea. But the fact is that i don't want to do something i will later regret later. you know the mystery surrounding his wealth is not known. you also know we have relatives here. We are just on our own. am not condeming the idea as i said earlier, but if you believe he is doing it in good faith, no problem. just tell him your father wants to speak with him briefly on the issue.
Agnes............ Deliriously) Ok, Daddy.
LIGHT FADES
CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (INTERIOR)
The gate of the house was opened. As Agnes enters inside Chief Douglas compound she meets chief on his way out.
Agnes............. Good mourning Sir.
Chief Douglas......Ah! ehm! (tries to remember her name) Agnes! right?!
Agnes..............Yes Sir!
Chief Douglas...... Can you join me in the car so we can discuss, after which i can drop you off.
Agnes.............. that would be fine chief.
chief opens the rear door for her, than enters through the other side as jack drives off.
INSIDE CHIEF DOUGLAS CAR:
Chief Douglas......... so do you like the idea? if yes have you discussed it with your parents? and what was their reaction?
Agnes................. I like the idea very well, even from the first day we met. And yes! i have informed my dad and he liked the idea.but he said he would like to speak with you briefly about the issue.
Chief douglas........... thats no problem. its quite a natural thing to do. when do you think that i may come and see him.
Agnes....................Anytime you wish Chief, his is always at home.
Chief Douglas............Always at home? he doesn't go to work at all?
Agnes....................Yes, he is out of work of job. He retired two years ago from work. and since than he hhas being farming to make ends meet.
Chief Douglas............what about your mom how did she react to the idea?
Agnes....................ehm..... mom is no more. she dead last year from cancer disease.
Chief Douglas............(sympathises) Oh! i'm sorry to hear that. put down your address here. i will trace your house tomorrow to explain the arrangements in details to your dad. ehm!... this is N5,000. you and your family should manage it. i will come tomorrow to see your dad.
Agnes....................i am very grateful chief. thank you so much.
Chief Douglas............No problem. Anytime you need help do not hesistate to call on me. if i drop you at the next junction can you trace your way?
Agnes....................yes i can!
Chief Douglas............ Jack! Please drop her at the next junction. (At the junction alight from the car and bids chief goodbye as the car speeds off.)
LIGHT FADE
CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Chief and his wife Maria were having dinner.
Chief Douglas............... did you see that splendid performance perfermed by that young at Caro's birthday party?
Maria.......................(Concurs) Yes she is a lovely singer her voice is so nice.
Chief Douglas............... I want to develop those talents in her.
Maria.......................And how do you intend to do that?
Chief Douglas...............Well, its just by organising foreign tours for her where she could do better as a dancer and where i believe her talents can be well developed.
Maria.......................Thats fine!Ehm...have you informed her parents. Atleast they should be aware of your intensions towards their daughter.
Chief Douglas...............Mmm, i have not informed the dad officiall.though the girl has hinted the father who has requested that we discuss on the issue. The mother is no more anyway (Maria shows pity) so i will like you to accompany me to their house tomorrow to formally inform the father. what do you say?
Maria......................(Breaths heavily, heaves up her shoulder) well, anything you say.
LIGHT FADES
AT PA UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Mr Udoka...................Ikerie! Ikerie!
Ikerie.....................Father one Minute. here i am papa
Mr Udoka...................Come over here son.( ikerie comes over)
Ikerie.....................is there anything i can do Papa?
Mr Udoka...................You remember today is the market day. Don't you?
Ikerie.....................yes father i... do remember but papa i want to go for our dancing rehearsals.
Mr Udoka...................No not today. Now don't tell me you have forgotten that Nkechi will be getting Married.
Ikerie.....................(With Adour) sure papa i remember although i have almost forgotten.
Mr Udoka...................You know how helpless i am. Now go get set and take a few tubers of yam to them and explain to them why i can't come myself. ok? (After ikerie gets the yam)
Ikerie....................Ok papa i am right on my way.
MR Udoka..................Yes before you go can you tell me once more about that Douglas and actually what he wants from your sister.
Ikerie....................Father it's just...... (There is a knock at the door)
Mr Udoka..................Come inside please! (the door swings open and Chief Douglas enters with his wife Maria)
Chief Douglas.............Nna Anyi Udoka. I greet you. how are you today?
Mr Udoka..................I am fine for today, God is great. you are all welcome. Have your seat.
Chief Douglas.............Pa Udoka! Do you still remember me?
Mr Udoka..................God Forbids! Why do you imagine i can ever forget who you are. Are you not Ochudos' Son? I mean the son of Rebecca Ochudos' First wife. Are you not?
Chief Douglas.............You are right Pa Udoka.
Mr Udoka..................Any way i don't blame you my son our ancestors used to say that it is the little children that recognises the Elders and not the other way around. you are both welcome chief and lolo. ( turns to ikerie) ikerie go into my room and get me some kolanut and allegator pepper. And look inside that small cupboard beside my bed and you will see a bottle of schnapps, get for my vistors and hurry to where i sent you.
Ikerie................... Yes Papa. Chief i am Grateful that you came, you are both welcome.
Maria....................Good child. What a blessing you have in your child Pa Udoka.
Mr Udoka.................(Smiles proudly) that is the work of God. But i must tell you that children of these days are not the same as the one in our time.They have changed so much (Ikerie comes back with all the items)
Ikerie...................Chief please excuse for i have to run and errand for Papa. i have already told Agnes in the kitchen about your visit. She will be joining you in just a moment.
Chief Douglas............Ok! go and come back Quick. you are a very good child. (ikerie hurries out)
Mr Udoka.................Chief we have kola. (Giving Chief Douglas the kola to break)
Chief Douglas............(collects The kola) well, it is often said that the embers of fire given to a child does not burn him. Pa Udoka! The king kola is in the kings hand.(Returns the kola to Mr Udoka who blessed and dives it into a plate)
Mr Udoka.................(Pass the kola to Chief Douglas) Chief oya! Take and give your wife also.
Chief Douglas............(Takes the Kola) this is a nice kola its not like the one children hawk around in the market see all my mouth has woken up.
Mr Udoka.................(Concurs)Yes! the tree was handed over to me by my grand father (Giving Chief Douglas the schnapps)help yourself.
Chief Douglas............No Pa Udoka the kola is enough. let's go into the issue of our mission here. Ehm...i believe your daughter must have hinted you about this visit. so its no revisting the issue again.Actually my plan on coming to see you is just to get your consent on my plan concerning your daughter. So what do you have to say? (Agnes apears at the door way).
Agnes...................Good day Chief and lolo (stooping slightly in respect).
Maria...................Good day my daughter how are you?
Agnes...................I'm fine. Thank you.
Mr Udoka................(To Agnes) so it had to take you and hour to come out and greet our visitors.
Agnes...................No Papa it'a just that the food need constant attention.if i leave it, it will get burnt.
Mr Udoka................ (To Agnes) Go get a chair and sit beside me you know you are the sole aim of this visit. (To Chief Douglas)Yes! Chief Douglas let me start first by thanking you for the money you gave Agne. we are very grateful indeed.
Chief Douglas...........Oh that's nothing it's ok.
Mr Udoka................Actually Agnes told me of your intentions. i was the one who said she should call you to know more on the arrangement. You see it often said that he ate the testis of a ram is indebted to the disease of a swollen scrotum. Yes! it is also said that, it is only a foolish child who...
Chief Douglas........... (Interrupts. Eager to get down to business) Pa Udoka! Wait! I know where you are going. I don't intend asking for anything in return. So please spare us all these proverbs. if we should continue like this the night may meet us here.
Mr Udoka................. Well, to cut it short i have nothing against the idea so far it is done in good faith. Because, it is very rare to see people like you who would willing offer to help somebody without asking for something in return.
Chief Douglas............I can understand your fears Pa Udoka, and i have resolved never to disappoint you. there is nothing i can ask back from you knowing fully well your condition. I just want to help your daughter be successful in her career as a dancer.
Mr Udoka................(Turns to Agnes) you heard all what he said my daughter. i hope you will agree to go with him.
Agnes...................(Cheerfully) Yes Papa!
Mr Udoka................In that case Chief Douglas, you have no problem. i am giving you my full consent. You can take her with you.But when is the journey likely to take place.
(Page 9)
Chief Douglas...........In no distant time. infact now that i have gotten your approval, i will call my partner and inform them to commence arrangement. i want to organise an international show where your daughter as the queen of African dancer can perform. i will tell you that if this show becomes successful, than you will be saying goodbye to poverty. Because your daughter would have become an international figure. And to make this show a memorable one i will print her bill board and banners to...
Maria..................(Surprised cuts him) Chief why bill boards and banners i don't think its necessary.
Chief Douglas..........Yes! I think is necessary it will make anybody who is from Africa, in fact who has an African origin to come and watch their queen of African dancer. (Mr Udoka nodes in Agreement) Just don't worry. in a few days time arrangements would have been concluded. Now, i believe this is solved. Let's get into other issues. How is your health? Hope its improving.
Mr Udoka..............Not at all Chief! i can't really see what is wrong with me health wise. if i had enermies i would attributed it to the hand work of my enermies.
Maria.................No! Pa Udoka. Don't talk like that. You of all people, nobody in his right senses should do you any evil.
Mr Udoka.............(Retorts) Then how would you explain this sickness. it will improve today, tomorrow it will get worse.
Chief Douglas........In other words you need a full medical check up. I will arrange for my family to see what he can do. But meanwhile, be helping yourself and your family with this little amount. its just N10,000.
Pa Udoka............(collects the money) Ha! ichie Douglas! when a child is given an unbargained gift he enquires who to pass it to. We have not exhuasted the fisrt one and here you are bring another one.
Chief Douglas.......Just add it to the first one. Another thing is,if you need help free to send any of your children.
Mr Udoka............Thank you so much Douglas. Words are not just enough to thank you.
Maria............... Another thing also. Agnes and her brother should also free to come around in the house anytime they have chance. you are all welcome in the house. (To Agnes)I believe you know the house.
Agnes................(Thinks) Ehm!.... Yes! i can trace the house. thank you so much. i am very grateful to both of you.
Chief Douglas........(stands up) Pa Udoka, will be going now. be seeing you later.
Mr Udoka.............Ok Chief Douglas. God will bless all your good efforts towards my family. once again i say thank you.
LIGHT FAZES.
(page 10)
AT SANDRA/JOHN'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Inside the house Sandra is watching an interesting Programme on T.V. Seconds later, a knock sounded on the door.
Sandra........ Oh! who has chosen to disrupt my favorite programme now eh! who is that! (Hurries to open the door) Ah! Agnes you are welcome. ( They hug) please come in come in.
AT CHIEF ONWUGBU'S HOUSE (EXTERIOR)
A social gathering in a closed house conducted by chief Onwugbu to mark his daughters birthday. amoung the special guest invited to to the high table was chief Douglas. he stud, waved to the crowed before proceeding to the high table. The MC makes some funny remarks about chief Douglas and a mixed uproar come from the guest as they began chanting his praise, igwe! igwe! soon the gong chimed and igbo cultural tune was sounded by a traditional flute. minutes later chief Douglas noticed the rare quality of a singer and dancer. strange girl with a strinking personality. he approaches her and starts to stray naira notes lavishly on her as she kept singing and dancing. in the Agnes lost herself entirely gyrating her whole body with captivating smiles and thereby evoking emotions from the audience. Everybody adored her, her manner and method of dance captured Chief Douglas attention and he was watching Agnes with Admired attention.
Soon the celebration was over and Chief Douglas cant butr wait to check out straight to the dance group stall to know more about this lady of exceptional quality.
Chief Douglas........Good day young lady, what is your name?
Agnes................Good day to you sir, i am Agnes Udoka.
Chief Douglas.........What a fine name for a fine lady, i want to express how please i was as i watched you performed this afternoon. you are such a talent.
Agnes.................(Giggles) thank you sir.
Chief Douglas.........how would you like it if your talent is well developed, so that you can engaged on international shows.you know what i mean, big show business.Flights to New York,Tokyo, London, Viena and so on. and of course a cardilac or limosine to take you around the town always.
Agnes.................(Stammers) Chief. I.....I..... I don't understand.
Chief Douglas.........Are you a kid? You understood me very well.
Agnes.................(shyly) Well... well... ehm.
Chief Douglas.........(Gives her a card) this is my complimentary card. call on me any time you get free from your doubts. (The celebrant Caro spots Chief Douglas and ran to him).
Caro..................(Excitedly) Chief! Sorry! i have been searching for you everywhere.
Chief Douglas.........Oh Caro you look splendid.well we can go now. (To Agnes)be seeing you young lady.
Agnes.................OK sir, Thank you.
(CARO NOW WITH CHIEF DOUGLAS)
Caro............ (Flatly what do you have to do with her Chief?
Chief Douglas.... you mean that girl, mmm... nothing really. its justt that i have discovered a talent in her.in fact her splendid performane has earned her my recognition. that girl is a talent and i want to explore those talent in her.
Caro..............That is very kind of you Chief. Ehm.... Chief i will be returning to schhool tomorrow.
Chief DOouglas.....Really, ok i'll see to that but meanwhile, where is your dad?
Caro............... See him over there with some guest (silence reigns as both moves forward to meet Chief Onwuegbu.As Chief Onwuegbu spots them he excuses his other guest. later Chief Douglas and Chief Onwuegbu were on the way to the house.Caro excused both men to attend to her friends.inside the house both men got seated as Chief Onwuegbu opens a both of wine and poured into two cups of glasses.
Chief Onwuegbu..... (Gives One glass too Chief Douglas) Where is Maria I Thought i saw her with you.
Chief Douglas...... Yes! but she left earlier she has a very important appointment to keep.
Chief Onwuegbu.....Please send my warm regards too her.now chief how about Donald. Havve you been hearing from him?
Chief Douglas.....Yes! he actually called me 3 days ago.He told me he will soon be in town but he doesn't know when.
Chief Onwuegbu....Please he better do, and fast too.You know today is marking my daughters 25th birthday. She is not growing young again.
Chief Douglas.....of course i know. Caro only needs to exercise little patience. Donald is my son. And i want to assure you that Caro's Marriage with my son is siigned and sealed and delivered. After all this marriage will briing the two families together and when yor ambition as the nextt governor is realised, i know i will get alot of back boone from you.
Chief Onwuegbu....you can say that again. just let me realize this dream as the next governor. Again in want to thank you for your financial support towards realizing my political dreams.
Chief Douglas.....Oh! Thats nothing.you know it is often said that if you have some money iin your left pocket, and you wish to transfer it to you right pocket the money still belongs to you.(General laughter)
LIGHT FADES
MR UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Agnes.............Dad, you know what happed today?
Mr Udoka..........NO! What happened?
Agnes.............After my performance at chief Onwugbu's compound, Chief Douglas, you know him now, he approached me and ........
Mr Udoka..........(interrupts) Chief Douglas? the wealthy man living at Nkanu lane.
Agnes.............Thank you. know him Papa.
Mr Udoka.......... He wants to make you his second wife? ( snapping hand over his head) its oovver my dead body.
Agnes.............(Matter of fact) No Daddy! listen first, after entertaining the guest he came to me and said that he liked how i performed and he would like to develop my talents by taking me to foreign countries where i can perform better. and you know what that means Dad. it means that our whole problems are over. please dad i don't want you to sayy no. our whole life depends on this golden opportunity.
Mr Udoka.......... Well Agnes my daughter, i will not want to object to the idea. But the fact is that i don't want to do something i will later regret later. you know the mystery surrounding his wealth is not known. you also know we have relatives here. We are just on our own. am not condeming the idea as i said earlier, but if you believe he is doing it in good faith, no problem. just tell him your father wants to speak with him briefly on the issue.
Agnes............ Deliriously) Ok, Daddy.
LIGHT FADES
CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (INTERIOR)
The gate of the house was opened. As Agnes enters inside Chief Douglas compound she meets chief on his way out.
Agnes............. Good mourning Sir.
Chief Douglas......Ah! ehm! (tries to remember her name) Agnes! right?!
Agnes..............Yes Sir!
Chief Douglas...... Can you join me in the car so we can discuss, after which i can drop you off.
Agnes.............. that would be fine chief.
chief opens the rear door for her, than enters through the other side as jack drives off.
INSIDE CHIEF DOUGLAS CAR:
Chief Douglas......... so do you like the idea? if yes have you discussed it with your parents? and what was their reaction?
Agnes................. I like the idea very well, even from the first day we met. And yes! i have informed my dad and he liked the idea.but he said he would like to speak with you briefly about the issue.
Chief douglas........... thats no problem. its quite a natural thing to do. when do you think that i may come and see him.
Agnes....................Anytime you wish Chief, his is always at home.
Chief Douglas............Always at home? he doesn't go to work at all?
Agnes....................Yes, he is out of work of job. He retired two years ago from work. and since than he hhas being farming to make ends meet.
Chief Douglas............what about your mom how did she react to the idea?
Agnes....................ehm..... mom is no more. she dead last year from cancer disease.
Chief Douglas............(sympathises) Oh! i'm sorry to hear that. put down your address here. i will trace your house tomorrow to explain the arrangements in details to your dad. ehm!... this is N5,000. you and your family should manage it. i will come tomorrow to see your dad.
Agnes....................i am very grateful chief. thank you so much.
Chief Douglas............No problem. Anytime you need help do not hesistate to call on me. if i drop you at the next junction can you trace your way?
Agnes....................yes i can!
Chief Douglas............ Jack! Please drop her at the next junction. (At the junction alight from the car and bids chief goodbye as the car speeds off.)
LIGHT FADE
CHIEF DOUGLAS HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Chief and his wife Maria were having dinner.
Chief Douglas............... did you see that splendid performance perfermed by that young at Caro's birthday party?
Maria.......................(Concurs) Yes she is a lovely singer her voice is so nice.
Chief Douglas............... I want to develop those talents in her.
Maria.......................And how do you intend to do that?
Chief Douglas...............Well, its just by organising foreign tours for her where she could do better as a dancer and where i believe her talents can be well developed.
Maria.......................Thats fine!Ehm...have you informed her parents. Atleast they should be aware of your intensions towards their daughter.
Chief Douglas...............Mmm, i have not informed the dad officiall.though the girl has hinted the father who has requested that we discuss on the issue. The mother is no more anyway (Maria shows pity) so i will like you to accompany me to their house tomorrow to formally inform the father. what do you say?
Maria......................(Breaths heavily, heaves up her shoulder) well, anything you say.
LIGHT FADES
AT PA UDOKA'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Mr Udoka...................Ikerie! Ikerie!
Ikerie.....................Father one Minute. here i am papa
Mr Udoka...................Come over here son.( ikerie comes over)
Ikerie.....................is there anything i can do Papa?
Mr Udoka...................You remember today is the market day. Don't you?
Ikerie.....................yes father i... do remember but papa i want to go for our dancing rehearsals.
Mr Udoka...................No not today. Now don't tell me you have forgotten that Nkechi will be getting Married.
Ikerie.....................(With Adour) sure papa i remember although i have almost forgotten.
Mr Udoka...................You know how helpless i am. Now go get set and take a few tubers of yam to them and explain to them why i can't come myself. ok? (After ikerie gets the yam)
Ikerie....................Ok papa i am right on my way.
MR Udoka..................Yes before you go can you tell me once more about that Douglas and actually what he wants from your sister.
Ikerie....................Father it's just...... (There is a knock at the door)
Mr Udoka..................Come inside please! (the door swings open and Chief Douglas enters with his wife Maria)
Chief Douglas.............Nna Anyi Udoka. I greet you. how are you today?
Mr Udoka..................I am fine for today, God is great. you are all welcome. Have your seat.
Chief Douglas.............Pa Udoka! Do you still remember me?
Mr Udoka..................God Forbids! Why do you imagine i can ever forget who you are. Are you not Ochudos' Son? I mean the son of Rebecca Ochudos' First wife. Are you not?
Chief Douglas.............You are right Pa Udoka.
Mr Udoka..................Any way i don't blame you my son our ancestors used to say that it is the little children that recognises the Elders and not the other way around. you are both welcome chief and lolo. ( turns to ikerie) ikerie go into my room and get me some kolanut and allegator pepper. And look inside that small cupboard beside my bed and you will see a bottle of schnapps, get for my vistors and hurry to where i sent you.
Ikerie................... Yes Papa. Chief i am Grateful that you came, you are both welcome.
Maria....................Good child. What a blessing you have in your child Pa Udoka.
Mr Udoka.................(Smiles proudly) that is the work of God. But i must tell you that children of these days are not the same as the one in our time.They have changed so much (Ikerie comes back with all the items)
Ikerie...................Chief please excuse for i have to run and errand for Papa. i have already told Agnes in the kitchen about your visit. She will be joining you in just a moment.
Chief Douglas............Ok! go and come back Quick. you are a very good child. (ikerie hurries out)
Mr Udoka.................Chief we have kola. (Giving Chief Douglas the kola to break)
Chief Douglas............(collects The kola) well, it is often said that the embers of fire given to a child does not burn him. Pa Udoka! The king kola is in the kings hand.(Returns the kola to Mr Udoka who blessed and dives it into a plate)
Mr Udoka.................(Pass the kola to Chief Douglas) Chief oya! Take and give your wife also.
Chief Douglas............(Takes the Kola) this is a nice kola its not like the one children hawk around in the market see all my mouth has woken up.
Mr Udoka.................(Concurs)Yes! the tree was handed over to me by my grand father (Giving Chief Douglas the schnapps)help yourself.
Chief Douglas............No Pa Udoka the kola is enough. let's go into the issue of our mission here. Ehm...i believe your daughter must have hinted you about this visit. so its no revisting the issue again.Actually my plan on coming to see you is just to get your consent on my plan concerning your daughter. So what do you have to say? (Agnes apears at the door way).
Agnes...................Good day Chief and lolo (stooping slightly in respect).
Maria...................Good day my daughter how are you?
Agnes...................I'm fine. Thank you.
Mr Udoka................(To Agnes) so it had to take you and hour to come out and greet our visitors.
Agnes...................No Papa it'a just that the food need constant attention.if i leave it, it will get burnt.
Mr Udoka................ (To Agnes) Go get a chair and sit beside me you know you are the sole aim of this visit. (To Chief Douglas)Yes! Chief Douglas let me start first by thanking you for the money you gave Agne. we are very grateful indeed.
Chief Douglas...........Oh that's nothing it's ok.
Mr Udoka................Actually Agnes told me of your intentions. i was the one who said she should call you to know more on the arrangement. You see it often said that he ate the testis of a ram is indebted to the disease of a swollen scrotum. Yes! it is also said that, it is only a foolish child who...
Chief Douglas........... (Interrupts. Eager to get down to business) Pa Udoka! Wait! I know where you are going. I don't intend asking for anything in return. So please spare us all these proverbs. if we should continue like this the night may meet us here.
Mr Udoka................. Well, to cut it short i have nothing against the idea so far it is done in good faith. Because, it is very rare to see people like you who would willing offer to help somebody without asking for something in return.
Chief Douglas............I can understand your fears Pa Udoka, and i have resolved never to disappoint you. there is nothing i can ask back from you knowing fully well your condition. I just want to help your daughter be successful in her career as a dancer.
Mr Udoka................(Turns to Agnes) you heard all what he said my daughter. i hope you will agree to go with him.
Agnes...................(Cheerfully) Yes Papa!
Mr Udoka................In that case Chief Douglas, you have no problem. i am giving you my full consent. You can take her with you.But when is the journey likely to take place.
(Page 9)
Chief Douglas...........In no distant time. infact now that i have gotten your approval, i will call my partner and inform them to commence arrangement. i want to organise an international show where your daughter as the queen of African dancer can perform. i will tell you that if this show becomes successful, than you will be saying goodbye to poverty. Because your daughter would have become an international figure. And to make this show a memorable one i will print her bill board and banners to...
Maria..................(Surprised cuts him) Chief why bill boards and banners i don't think its necessary.
Chief Douglas..........Yes! I think is necessary it will make anybody who is from Africa, in fact who has an African origin to come and watch their queen of African dancer. (Mr Udoka nodes in Agreement) Just don't worry. in a few days time arrangements would have been concluded. Now, i believe this is solved. Let's get into other issues. How is your health? Hope its improving.
Mr Udoka..............Not at all Chief! i can't really see what is wrong with me health wise. if i had enermies i would attributed it to the hand work of my enermies.
Maria.................No! Pa Udoka. Don't talk like that. You of all people, nobody in his right senses should do you any evil.
Mr Udoka.............(Retorts) Then how would you explain this sickness. it will improve today, tomorrow it will get worse.
Chief Douglas........In other words you need a full medical check up. I will arrange for my family to see what he can do. But meanwhile, be helping yourself and your family with this little amount. its just N10,000.
Pa Udoka............(collects the money) Ha! ichie Douglas! when a child is given an unbargained gift he enquires who to pass it to. We have not exhuasted the fisrt one and here you are bring another one.
Chief Douglas.......Just add it to the first one. Another thing is,if you need help free to send any of your children.
Mr Udoka............Thank you so much Douglas. Words are not just enough to thank you.
Maria............... Another thing also. Agnes and her brother should also free to come around in the house anytime they have chance. you are all welcome in the house. (To Agnes)I believe you know the house.
Agnes................(Thinks) Ehm!.... Yes! i can trace the house. thank you so much. i am very grateful to both of you.
Chief Douglas........(stands up) Pa Udoka, will be going now. be seeing you later.
Mr Udoka.............Ok Chief Douglas. God will bless all your good efforts towards my family. once again i say thank you.
LIGHT FAZES.
(page 10)
AT SANDRA/JOHN'S HOUSE (INTERIOR)
Inside the house Sandra is watching an interesting Programme on T.V. Seconds later, a knock sounded on the door.
Sandra........ Oh! who has chosen to disrupt my favorite programme now eh! who is that! (Hurries to open the door) Ah! Agnes you are welcome. ( They hug) please come in come in.
SCENE ONE
OKPATU TOWNN, ENUGU STATE
AT MR UDOKA'S HOUSE: AT THE BACK OF THE HOUSE (EXTERIOR)
Agnes.... (Packing some musical instrument as her younger brother entered displaying some funny dance steps) ikerie, i hope you have our costumes ready for this grand occasion, or what do you say?
Ikerie....(Smile in reassurance) Ah! Agnes! you know i Can't wait to attend this greatt fiesta. but you worry a bit too much; give me one more hour to get everything ready.
Agnes.... (Exclains) one hour? What do you mean or are you....
ikerie.... (cuts her) take it easy sister.
Agnes......yes! take it easy. that's what you would say eh?! time waits for no one. Remember, if we miss this opportunity you know the consequences.
ikerie......(frowns slightly) sometimes ikerie you make feel like i would get mad. Are you so silly or cant you
remember our whole world in tyhis humble business in this hhumble profession? do you want us to stave?
or maybe you have forgotted that father is out of job and vetry ill. And mama is no more.Mama used to tell me that if you will avert disappointment, you must avvert procrastination.
ikerie......(Apologetically) Sister you havve given me a complete sermon just because......
Agnes.......(interrupts) well if you feel bored, i'm sorry but try to get me right. you are now a grown up.
ikerie......Don't worry just in a moment and the consume is ready.
Agnes.......A stitch in time they say saes nine.
ikerie......Believe me sister, in one moment, i would be through. but come on. i hope your make up is accurate and you must have been through by now.
Aggnes.....(Retorts) what your business with a woman affair.
ikerie...... i just want to be my sisters keeper. enhe! come o! i heard that some high chief in this ttown wiill be present, including chief douglas, that known weallthy man. i will perform vvery well to acquire more money from him.
Agnes.......(Concurs) very well than. i hope your rehearsal have been made perfect if i should take you for your
words.
(2)
ikerie......Ah! Ah! Sister,even without rehearsal, you should know i am the best among the group. Ok take a look
at this style of dance (starts to dance another funny dance steps as Agnes reels in laughter.)
AT MR UDOKA'S HOUSE: AT THE BACK OF THE HOUSE (EXTERIOR)
Agnes.... (Packing some musical instrument as her younger brother entered displaying some funny dance steps) ikerie, i hope you have our costumes ready for this grand occasion, or what do you say?
Ikerie....(Smile in reassurance) Ah! Agnes! you know i Can't wait to attend this greatt fiesta. but you worry a bit too much; give me one more hour to get everything ready.
Agnes.... (Exclains) one hour? What do you mean or are you....
ikerie.... (cuts her) take it easy sister.
Agnes......yes! take it easy. that's what you would say eh?! time waits for no one. Remember, if we miss this opportunity you know the consequences.
ikerie......(frowns slightly) sometimes ikerie you make feel like i would get mad. Are you so silly or cant you
remember our whole world in tyhis humble business in this hhumble profession? do you want us to stave?
or maybe you have forgotted that father is out of job and vetry ill. And mama is no more.Mama used to tell me that if you will avert disappointment, you must avvert procrastination.
ikerie......(Apologetically) Sister you havve given me a complete sermon just because......
Agnes.......(interrupts) well if you feel bored, i'm sorry but try to get me right. you are now a grown up.
ikerie......Don't worry just in a moment and the consume is ready.
Agnes.......A stitch in time they say saes nine.
ikerie......Believe me sister, in one moment, i would be through. but come on. i hope your make up is accurate and you must have been through by now.
Aggnes.....(Retorts) what your business with a woman affair.
ikerie...... i just want to be my sisters keeper. enhe! come o! i heard that some high chief in this ttown wiill be present, including chief douglas, that known weallthy man. i will perform vvery well to acquire more money from him.
Agnes.......(Concurs) very well than. i hope your rehearsal have been made perfect if i should take you for your
words.
(2)
ikerie......Ah! Ah! Sister,even without rehearsal, you should know i am the best among the group. Ok take a look
at this style of dance (starts to dance another funny dance steps as Agnes reels in laughter.)
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