Pained

Episode 1

The third person's pov

It's a sunny Saturday afternoon, the streets of Florida is unusual quiet and the atmosphere hot. Everyone surprisedly looking for shelter, some already with an umbrella protecting their fair skins from the angry scourge of the sun. Lizzy has been washing her clothes for the past minutes at the back of the building, she's been hissing loudly and cursing under her breath at what led her to wash her clothes under the sun. She immediately heard her twin sister laughing and shouting inside and wondered what could make her laugh under the condition which they were into. immediately Linda rushed out of the main building startling her with her voice.

"Lizzy, guess what?" Linda ask happily.

" Why are you so happy?" she asked unconcerned.

" Come on, guess what happened now, you'll like it". She urged her.

"You should have known by now that I'm not good at guessing". Lizzy told her and she hissed. knowing fully well that Lizzy wasn't going to comply, she decided to tell her the reason behind her happiness.

"Micheal is back, he's back from Indian." she said jumping up in excitement.

" Are you serious?"Lizzy asked not feeling enthusiastic about the unexpected news.

"Yeah, and we're going on a date." She added. Lizzy started laughing surprising and confusing Linda at the same time.

" Have you forgotten?" she asked her as she dropped the clothe she was washing.

"Forgotten what?"Linda asked confused.

"Don't tell me you've forgotten the scar on your face. How can you go out with that face of yours? And also, he is Michael, your runaway boyfriend." she said

Linda stood like a statue, trying to blink back the tears clouding her eyes. Lizzy stood up, went over to where she was standing and held her hands.

" I know what you are going through, but you got to let him know that you could not make it today" she advised sadly. She was lost in her own thoughts. yeah, she was the one behind the scar but it wasn't intentional. she felt bad for ruining her sister's face, she was jolted back to reality when her sister rushed inside in pains. she felt even worst now.

Linda ran inside, she went straight to her room and fell flat on her soft bed crying bitterly. After lying there for some minutes, she got up and went to her standing mirror, she felt her scar looking more badly, tears finding its way down her red cheeks, she remembered her days as a childhood friend to Mike.

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It was the day her dad was buried at the cemetery. She loved her dad so much, she was always with him but something happened, she blamed herself for killing her dad.

Her dad was on her way to her audition, she earlier told her him to be there on time, but he couldn't make it, he had an accident which caused his life. This incident caused her, her dreams to become an actress. She blamed herself and wanted to end her life. One-day, she decided to execute her plans and sneaked out of their home. She ran all the way to a beach known as Daytona beach in Florida.

She was about to jump and suddenly got hold of by someone. it was a boy .

" Leave me alone" she screamed out to the unfamiliar face.

" What are you trying to do?"

" What sort of question is that?" she scorned.

"Come down, it's dangerous."

knowing fully well that she wouldn't agree to that, he carried her on his shoulders. She was screaming and shouting but he didn't care. He dropped her off in front of the bench and sat down leaving her shouting.

"Sit" he ordered.

"Are you mad?" she asked angrily. He ignored her.

" My mum and dad died on the same day." He told her.

"How does that affect me?" she asked rudely.

"I was a kid then, about two years old. They left me, it was painful seeing my parents laid down on the grave. But I'm still me, I'm still alive, I survived. I don't know why and how many you've lost, but just know that when you are determined to survive, you'll survive, there are many out there who lost and still have no home but they are living fine. No matter what happens, there's still hope". He concluded and stood up to leave.

" What's your name?"she asked him.

"Michael." he said and left immediately. Linda watched him till he was out of sight, she let out a moan and sat down frustrated.

She met him again at the supermarket, he was quite jovial and funny to her. He talked more about himself and became a very good friend of hers. There was a problem, lizzy hates the boy.She was rude and snobbish to him and that earned her the name "rude jerk "from Mike. They were always fighting and had to be always separated by Linda. Linda loved seeing them exchange words because she found it amusing and funny. She almost died of laughter the day Lizzy called Mike a "dumb imbecile ",Mike raged from the insults gave Lizzy a resounding slap which left some marks on her face. That day, he earned a very big beating from his uncle.

He vowed never to touch a woman again.

Linda remembered how Mike was taken to Indian. Mike disclosed that his father owned the famous Orlando hospital in Florida.

"you mean your father owns the big hospital?" she asked bewildered.

"Yes" he answered smiling.

"This is unbelievable, why didnt you tell me?"

"I was waiting for the right time Linda."

" What makes you think this is the right time.?"

" I will be leaving for Indian tomorrow. "

"What? "

" My uncle was posted and made the general in command of the forces in indian."

"So, you're leaving?"she asked him weeping.

" I dreaded telling you but my uncle insisted" he said wiping off her tears with his hands.

"Will you come back?"she asked.

" If not for anything, for you. I will."

" What time are you leaving tomorrow? "

"8.30am.i have something to tell you, I want to see you before I leave. Do make it on time before our plane leaves. "

The next day, Linda was woken up by her mother, she asked her mum the time, her mom answered 7:00.She rushed inside immediately,brushed her mouth, changed her clothes and rushed outside. She boarded a taxi to rush immediately to Daytona international airport.

"What's the time now?" Mike asked his uncle.

" 8.00."

" What's keeping her?" he asked impatiently.

"Get ready please, the plane is about to take off in twenty minutes time. passengers booked by 8.30 should bode the plane. "The air traffic controller announced.

Outside the airport, Linda asked someone if the plane has taken off. She rushed inside to the section where passengers were being borded in. She was crying already as she didn't see Mike anymore.

"Linda. "Mike called.

Linda turned back to see who called her, it turned out to be Mike. She was filled with happiness immediately and ran to him. She hugged him passionately.

"You're crying?do you think I will leave here without seeing you?" He asked as he disengage the hug

"No, I know you wouldn't leave me. I woke up late and I didn't shower before coming." she answered, trying to wipe the tears from her eyes. She was very happy

" You'll wait for me, will you?" He asked

"I promise, I will never let you go." She answered

He brought out a necklace and gave to her.

"Will you be my girlfriend?" he asked. Linda was excited, she immediately jumped on him hugging him.

"Yes, Yes I will." she answered happily

Mike then moved her long hair to her shoulder and wore the necklace round her neck. people watched as they hugged after wards. some even became emotional and cried.

"I love you Linda."

I love you more Micheal "

it was surely a sad and happy moment for Linda. The most important thing here is that he confessed his love for her. she smiled as she ate her dinner. Lizzy asked what was making her smile, she told him. Lizzy laughed making mockery of her, she didn't even talk much. she went to sleep feeling satisfied and happy.

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*Back to the present

Linda touched the necklace and smiled.

"I will not disappoint him, I must look for a way to meet him". An idea immediately struck into her mind, she left immediately and went to see her sister who was at the backyard.

" I have an idea"she said to Lizzy. Lizzy looked at her immediately.

" And what's that?" she asked .

"listen to me, we are identical right?"she asked Lizzy.

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yeah, I know even in my dreams, why the sudden question?"

" I want you to be me and me to be you. "

" meaning?"Lizzy asked confused.

" You're gonna become Linda, I've decided you go on a date with him." she said

" Impossible, how am I going to do that? what are you saying?" she shouted.

" I know what I'm saying, please consider my condition, please, go on a date with him Lizzy. " Linda begged

" yeah, I pity your condition, but I can't do what you are asking me to do, I am not doing it simple. think of another solution please". Lizzy shouted rudely .Her mood changed immediately, Lizzy spoke out.

"okay, fine."She raised up her eyebrows.

" You're gonna do it for me?"she asked.

" Yeah, for you, only you." Linda immediately hugged her.

" I'm gonna dress you up, " linda said smiling as they walked in.

Episode 2

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Linda's POV

"I want to wear my pink gown". Lizzy said sitting on the bed with her leg crossed. I stopped what I was doing to look at her, I could remember the last time she wore that gown got us into trouble. I turned back towards the wardrobe still searching for a suitable gown for her. I brought out my white sleeveless gown and gave it to her. She rolled her eyes as she took it . I stood watching her as she wore the gown.

"You're going on a date with a responsible person not...

"An inappropriate person" She completed. I smiled and grabbed my stuff into my bag .

"Please don't be rude" I begged.

"If he behaves well". She replied nonchalantly .

"Anyway , he's older now". I told her as I packed her hair into a bun. She applied a little powder and a light colored lipstick as she looks at me.

"You're beautiful". I comments.

"I am, always ". She said wearing her pointed mouth heels.

"Turn " I said putting on the necklace round her neck.

"It's old " She voiced out.

"And special". I calmly told her. She shrugged and walked out of the room.

I muttered a bye and layed on the bed thinking of what the outcome of this arranged date might be.

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Lizzy's POV.

I sight Michael at the extreme part of the restaurant.

"wow, he's becomed so handsome. "I muttered to myself as I looked at his pictures on my right hand. "He's even more cuter here". I noticed still looking at the pictures.

"Madam , are you..

"I've found him , thank you". I rudely interrupted as the waiter walks away. I walked briskly ttowards his table as I tap him at the shoulder. He looked up at me and smiled showing his nice dimples.

"You're here". He said standing up as he draws out a seat opposite him for me to sit. I muttered a thank you and sat down.

"you've become so beautiful , anyway I knew you would ". He compliments.

"And you're grown up now, look at you". I said sounding so nice.

"Ohh really?, thank you God for this is coming out from my woman ". I chuckled as he mentions that. If only he knew his woman is at home doing nothing.

"So what would you love to take?" He questioned. I looked through the menu.

" Casserole dish". I said knowing well that was Linda's best .

"As usual". He voiced out.

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Linda's POV

"What's keeping them ?, it's already late and..

"I'm home". I heard her shout outside.

"There she is". I muttered rushing out of the room. I stood resting my back at the door as she watched one of her favorite TV channel.

"How did it go?" I asked.

"It went well". She replied nonchalantly. I walked over to the television set and switched it off.

"You should have just paused it ". She said as i sat beside her.

"Can I get the jist now?" I asked again.

"He's handsome, cute , lovely and charming ". She said.

" Can I see his pictures?" I asked smiling at how she described him. I was feeling proud tho.

"Here". She said showing me her phone and a set of photos.

"Awwwn , my mike is so handsome , oh my God". I shouted. She settled up and turned on the television set. I rolled my eyes and walked out into my room.

"He's a god". I said placing his photo beside mine. I brought it closer to my mouth and kissed it. My phone rang. it's him. Should I pick the call?, no what if he recognizes me. I rushed into the sitting room and gave lizzy the phone.

"Hello darling ". She said immediately she picked up.

"Babe, are you back?" I heard him ask. My heart fluttered hearing his voice.

"Yes , you?" Lizzy asked.

"Just drove in". He answered.

"I think maybe if you could come to my hospital tomorrow , about Lizzy's face". He said . My eyes glittered and I blinked twice. How ?, I thought.

"Alright, we'll be there tomorrow". She said immediately.

"Alright , goodnight ". He said.

"I love you ". I voiced out forgetting I'm not to talk , I thought he did not hear that as I flew my left hand to my mouth.

"I love you more". He said and ended the call. I smiled.

"Lover girl, you're lucky". Lizzy says as I laughs.

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Sir Nathan.

I'm a doctor , and a good friend of luther. I've been incharge of this hospital since he died and I heard his son is currently in town to take over from his father. Now I'm thinking of solving the problem at hand which was why I sent for jessica , my daughter. I employed her to work here so I could succeed in my plans.

"what's up, dad" Jessica came in startling me.

"Ohh, you need to see your face right now". she said laughing.

"Sit down ". I told her. She sat looking seriously at me.

"Why did you call me?" she asked.

"He's back". I said.

"Yes, I know that ". She says nodding.

"I've decided to make you his assistant". I told her. She nodded in agreement. She's very smart and she knows what to do.

"I understand , dad". I nodded.

TBC..

Episode 3

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Linda's POV .

We walked through the hallway leading to Michael's office, the officer asked us to wait outside while he confirms from mike. We waited patiently as the receptionist led us to a seat.

"You should do me good by covering your face". Lizzy whispered. I chuckled hitting her on her shoulder.

"You know you caused it". I muttered.

"Haven't I apologized enough?" She quipped in.

"So you don't complain ". I calmly answered.

"Hello , is doctor Michael around?"A voice said which got us to look up. As our eyes met, I could feel Lizzy's blood boil with anger.

"Oh no, not now". I muttered under my breath.

"Alright, you can go in now". Thank Jesus for the officer, I grabbed Lizzy's hand and walked away. I do not want to start my day calming her.

"What's up?" Lizzy said plastering her face with a smile. I heaved a sign of relief as she could still put on an act.

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Jessica.

I paced to and fro my desk impatiently waiting for Dan's call. I couldn't think straight yet , how would I?, seeing lizzy today made me so scared. Who would believe I'm still scared of her?, what has the bitch done to me?, I cursed under my breath.

" What?" Dan shouted.

"Chill. " I said.

"What do you want?, the last time I checked, I asked you not to disturb me". He says. I could feel his anger over here.

"I met lizzy today". I told him . He paused for a minute before saying something.

"You met lizzy today". He calmly said.

"And I need you to work for me". I continued.

"What do you want?, I already told you I had nothing to do with you, and lizzy , please don't involved me with her again". It sounded more like a beg.

"You're already involved with her and you can't change that, Find out about her, where she lives and what she's been upto". I told him. He said okay before ending the call. I collapsed on the seat thinking of my next line of action to take.

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Linda

"Plastic surgery?". I questioned .

"After experiencing the surgery , you will likely have an incision or scarsite to care for at home.The way you care for your incision means the difference between clean healing and an ugly scar." Max said.

"So what should I do after this?" I asked pointing at my face. Lizzy looked at me and started laughing.

"Why are you laughing?" I asked her quietly. Mike just sat looking at me, saying nothing as I makes eye contact with him . He just looks away whenever my eyes seems to meet his.

"Vitamin E. It's an antioxodent and it helps in lessening inflammation by keeping your skin hydrated. Whenever the skin sustains damage, there is this possibility of scarring example cosmetic surgery, regardless of the skill of your surgeon." Max continued.

"So, it all depends on my surgeon right ?" I quickly asked.

"Sort of , creams that contains steroids and antihistamine may cause itching in the sensitive skin types.please avoid steroids injections at all cost".He said. I looked at lizzy who was pressing her phone already.

"You'll get the cream for me right?" I asked.

"Your choice". He said.

"Pressure treatment and silcone get sheets are also available in the market but it's better you get an expert advice before buying them.If your wound is healed,you can apply dermafface fx7tm. I'll give you the list of the creams to buy at the market later. He concluded. I nodded .

"So, who's to be my surgeon?" I asked.

"Mike". Lizzy said. I immediately looked at him.

"No, not him". I frowned.

"Do you want me to..

"Not at all". I turned to max.

"Why were you sad?" Mike asked.

"was I ?" I asked back. Lizzy was smiling and I wished I could just spank her over there. I smirked and turned back to max.

"Dr.Aaron ". Max said.

"From?" I asked.

"Daytona. " He replied.

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The next day.

Lizzy.

I bumped into someone as I came out from the super market.

"Are you blind?" I fumed.

"I'm really sorry." He said picking up the things I bought.

"John". I called out. He looked at me.

"Lizzy". He called me. I grabbed my things and went off towards my car.

"Stop following me". I shouted as he walks behind me. I got to my car, opened it and dropped my stuff. He held my arm.

"Leave me alone". I shouted angrily.

"Come on, we've passed this, calm". He said. I looked at him angrily and couldn't help but admire him.He's still cute but I'm not falling for that again. I got into the car and drove off.I could still hear him shout my name faintly. I'm not falling for him never.

I got home and sat down.

"You're back". Linda said.

"Yeah". I told her.

"So, where's the stuff?" I questioned. I pointed to the chair where I dumped it.

"Mike called, he asked if you could come over tonight". I looked at her with bloodshot eye.

"What?; I have nothing against it."

"I don't want to". I told her.

"Oh please, you have to and besides this will end in a months time". she says.

" In a months time?" I questioned.

"That's the day scheduled for the surgery sis". she replies.

"Ohh. " I simply said and layed down.

"What do you plan on doing to Jessica?" She asked. I flashed my eyes at her, I've not given a thought to that yet.

"Whatever games she plays, we'll continue from where we stopped. As you know, I have her secrets and she can't and won't fuck up". I told her. I was still thinking of john. What if.

"What are you thinking?" Linda asked me.

"Did mom call?" I asked changing the topic.

"She did". She answered .

"Any news?" I asked again.

"Just asked of you and my scar". She replied.

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Lizzy.

I opened mike's door and got in. I wanted to make dinner before he comes back. He already told me he's on his way. I walked towards the kitchen counter and dropped the can beers I bought on my way coming. I opened his frigde and saw left overs. I decided to warm them and make dinner.

I walked to the rooms and opened them, there were little stuffs at first room I opened. The second room was locked. And third was mike's. That was the last room I opened . I walked to his bed and sat down. I could smell his nice perfume as I layed down.

"What are you doing?" I got up immediately I heard his voice. He was standing behind the door with his hands on his pocket. I smiled.

"Eeh, your house is nice and..

He started coming closer to me. Real close. I sat down on the bed as I looked at his face. I bit my lips. Gosh, He's so cute.

I touched my face and noticed goose pimples all over my face.He squirted down to my level as he touched my hair. He headed for my ear bitting it seductively. I let out a moan as he smiles sucking my neck slowly and slightly heading to my lips...

TBC.