The Bet

Chuka had never been to Pete's house here in Lagos. After their graduation from school about seven years ago, Eric had traveled out of the country for his Masters degree, and they had lost contact. And because Eric's family was based in Abuja, there was no way he could travel all that way from Delta just to get Eric's contact, so he had just let it be. But as fate would have it, he had met Eric a week ago when Eric came around his neighborhood looking to rent an apartment. He had been more than surprised until Eric had confided in him about his bet with his father, so he had offered to accommodate him instead. Especially after remembering all that Eric had done for him when they were in school. 

"You. I need your house to myself, and your cab too." Eric said thoughtfully. 

"But my cab... That's how I earn a living. How will you feed if I don't work? Besides, what about your deal with Kimberly?" Chuka asked in confusion.