41 episode 41

The BrideGloom

Finale

Mr Ambrose has just married Judith in a private wedding in an undisclosed location in the Federal Capital Territory.

It was a lovely ceremony but not without the occasional moments of tears and sadness

During the exchange of vows, Mr Ambrose could hardly say out the words as he read them out amidst tears.

Generally, It was a sweet and sad day for the family.

The attendees of the wedding were:

Mr Ambrose's parents

Late Chioma's mother

Judith's immediate family

Kate( bridesmaid)

Tatiana(flower girl)

Shasha(little bride)

Joshua

The priest

The family already knew that they were all leaving for Canada at 6pm today, but they were not aware of Mr Ambrose's big surprise for them.

To the best of Kate's knowledge, she was going to look after the house while they are away.

They got home, undressed and Mr Ambrose summoned them in the living room.

MR AMBROSE: first of all, I just want to congratulate all of us. It's our day; not just that of I and Judith. It's our day!

I know you all know that we are all going to Canada for a month this night.

But actually, we are not just going for a month. We are relocating to Canada.

JUDITH: wow!

MR AMBROSE: Kate?

KATE: sir?

MR AMBROSE: you've been with us since you were 17 and now you are 25. You are like a daughter to me and saying Goodbye to you is the hardest thing in the world for me. But I have to do it.

But what would you like me to do for You?

KATE: sir, I just want to thank you for picking up a poor orphan like me and giving me a great life. I never thought I would live in a house like this.

When my mother died, you single handedly paid for her funeral. You sent me to school and you always ensured I have whatever I need.

Madam, wherever you Are, may your soul find rest. Sir, I don't want anything from you just don't forget to call me so I can speak with my Tatiana, Shasha and Joshua when he starts talking.??

I …I ..I will miss them so much. Sister Judith I will miss you. Sir, i will miss you too.

May God grant you favour wherever you go in Jesus name amen.

I will go back to my auntie in the village.

MR AMBROSE: Kate?

KATE: sir

MR AMBROSE: you are coming with us to Canada.

KATE: oh my God!!??

MR AMBROSE: yes. I can't leave you behind. You are my daughter and Chioma asked me never to send you away

KATE: (Hugs him and breaks down in tears) thank you so much, sir. I can't believe my ears???

JUDITH: awwwww!

MR AMBROSE: erm, one more thing, we must go to Chioma's resting place and say goodbye to her. From There, we will make our way to the airport. Terry will take us there, and then to the airport.

(The family made their way to the graveyard. And on their way, Mr Ambrose bought a bunch of flower and gave them one each. When they got to the graveyard, they went to Chioma's final resting place and stood around her grave..)

MR AMBROSE: exactly, this day twelve years ago, I got married to you. And on this same day, I just got married to your friend.

I have found love in her arms just like I did in your arms. But moving on in this same environment looks impossible to me. I know you want me to be happy. Therefore, In search of happiness, I am leaving to start all over again.

But I cannot do so without coming to say goodbye once again.

Goodbye my love?

Goodbye my baby?

Goodbye! for I must now let you rest in peace?( kisses the flower and lays it on the grave⚘)

Tatiana, say goodbye to mummy

TATIANA: I love you mummy. I hope Jesus and the angels are giving you lots of ice cream and chocolates. Goodbye, mummy (kisses the flower and lays it on the grave ⚘)

MR AMBROSE: Shasha, say goodbye to mummy

SHASHA: I lof you mummy. Bye bye (kisses the flower and lays it on the grave ⚘)

MR AMBROSE: Kate, say goodbye to your auntie

KATE: even in death, you are still kind. Whatever I become tomorrow, you made me. Thanks for everything. Good night, ma. Rest in peace??? (kisses the flower and lays it on the grave ⚘)

MR AMBROSE: Judy, it's your turn

JUDITH: (starts crying )?????

MR AMBROSE: Come On, babe! You can't do this. The kids are here!

JUDITH: (amidst tears) babe, this is it! This is goodbye… this is goodbye? I did it, girl I did it for You! I will continue to do it. I know how much you love them, I will never love them less. They are the you I see everyday.

Thanks for giving me a great home. Ah! Bye babe.

Unbehalf of baby Joshua, this is goodbye!

(Kisses the flower and lays it on the grave ⚘)

(The family walked back to the car and as they were about to enter into the car, Mr Ambrose slightly pulled Judith back)

MR AMBROSE: I know I have caused you pain. Yes, through my carelessness, you lost a dear friend but thank you for accepting to be my bride.

I am not worthy to be called your bridegroom.

For now, let me be your BRIDEGLOOM, but I will spend the rest of my life trying to merit the title "Bridegroom"

THE END