Chapter 1

This is an African story.

Iris and ivy. The perfect identical twins. Both have different personalities but supports each other. After the death of Mr Davids,the family chose to return back to Nigeria due to financial crisis and much persuasion from their mom 'Mary' to find suitable men from their hometown.

The introduction of iris.

A group of elders gathers together with the supposed groom to see the girls family and know of his intentions to their daughter.

Mary: Woww "smiles,slumps into the chair "

I'm really happy this marriage is happening. I can't wait. All my enemies will be put to shame "laughs" Finally one of my daughters will be married "sings"

Iris: Yes mom. I'm glad you're happy. Gabriel is a nice man after all. I just don't get why you desperately want us to get married to a Nigerian. "Furrowed eyebrows"

Mary: Aren't you a Nigerian?

So what's your problem? 'Inhales' Please don't ask questions. "Retires inside"

Iris: I'm not particularly sure I'm ready for commitment. I have lots of things to do. I need my freedom. I don't want anyone to hinder me. But I guess I'll give it a try. If it isn't worth it I'm damn out.

Mary: 'Comes out' Have you called your sister?

Iris: Uhmm yeah. You know she got a teaching job after we relaxed here. She always forms to be busy. Excuse me mum I have to take a call.

Iris: Hello.

Oh my God! "Exclaims excitedly" you got me gifts. That's why I love you darling.

"Rings" I'll call you back,I have to take this call.

Hey babe what's up?

Gabriel: I'm fine. I couldn't help but call you. Anyway I called you to thank you for accepting my proposal.

Iris: "laughs" is that why you called?

You're welcome love.

Gabriel: You were on a call when I called. Who was that?

Iris: Uhmm ivy my twin. She called to let me know she'll be back for my wedding.

Gabriel: Okay that's great. Goodbye my love

Iris: "Hangs up" He sounds clingy. I won't jeopardize my freedom for marriage. Africa is just something else "rolls eyes"

"Calls Bob back" sorry love that was my mum.

I promise to see you tomorrow. "Hangs up" falls on the bed. I can't wait to see what marriage is all about. I kept thinking till I drifted to sleep.

Next morning,I thought of an excuse to give mum since I was going to bob's house

Iris: Mum..I'm leaving for Gabriel's house.

Mary: Why? You guys aren't even married. He hasn't completed all necessary things.

Iris: "rolls eyes" Chill ma I'm just going to cook for him.

Mary: So..who has been cooking for him before he met you huh?

Iris: Mom..please I don't have time for your lectures. I'm leaving.

Ivy comes back home

Ivy: Hey mum "smiles"

Mary: Ahhh my love is finally back. How are you my baby? You look slim. Do you eat well. You know, I know it's hard for you guys to adjust in Nigeria but it's alright.

Ivy: Mum!! Too much questions "laughs"

I'm fine and I haven't lost weight. I look just fine. I do miss America but I guess we can't do anything.

Mary: I'll make sure I save a lot so we can go back.

Ivy: you don't have to mom. You've done so much for us. Now it's our turn to repay you. I got a job at a private school and although their pay is nothing compared to America. It's manageable.

Mary: " exclaims" Why can't iris be like you?

Ivy: "laughs" No more chitchat mum. I'm starving.

Mary : I'll go dish your food.

Ivy: Thanks mum. Uhmm.."scans the room"

I can't seem to find iris. Where is she mum?

Mary: She went to Gabriel's house. She'll be back soon.

Ivy: Ohh okay.

Hours later,iris come back. I quickly embraced her. It's been quite long we saw each other. She was as delighted as I was.

We head inside. I head to the kitchen to prepare pasta. Which I served once done with a bottle of red wine. Mum went to bed while iris and I chatted for a while before drifting to sleep.