Loving Pezo - Season 1 - Episode 62

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Loving Pezo - Season 1 - Episode 62

Pezo never said anything.

Mukuka: Why don’t you and I go out tonight- its been a while

Pezo: I cant- mum has really been on me lately and she wants me to report for work tommorrow.

They feel I have given enough excuses.

Mukuka: I see. And which branch will you be operating from?

Pezo: am not so sure (innocently) but I got a sense it’s headquarters.

Mukuka: (almost choking her self) what? You mean you and Kalima will be in the same

Pezo; well I doubt so. I bet they placed me under marketing. Its a whole complete different section
if you ask me.

Pezo noticed her friend would never change over her fears of Kalima and her being close. Her
change of mood could not be hidden and Pezo really wished she could do something about that
but it was all impossible at that point
The next morning, Mrs Chinyama was on Pezo just to ensure that she was up on time in readiness
for the office. She however noticed her daughter wasn’t happy and it was difficult for her to justify
their actions on her. The two families sat and decided this way- her hands were really tied. Her
relationship with her daughter was really drowning and each day that passed- Pezo seemed
distant to her.

Mrs. Chinyama: look I really wished I could change things but- this is you Pezo. Belonging to this
family and doing this for us is expected of you.
Pezo: I just wished we could talk about this mummy. You and I like we have always done on any
other issues.
Much as she knew she wasn’t fair on her daughter, she just handed her over some packed food
and gave her a kiss on the fore head.
Mrs. Chinyama: you don’t want to catch up with traffic dear. You need to start off.
Pezo just left with no further comments.
She arrived 15 minutes past 08 o’clock and she noticed everyone was seated in the biggest
boardroom awaiting for a meeting to be chaired by the CEO Mr. Kalima Chomba. As she looked
on, one of them approached her with a warm welcome and led her to Kalima’s office. He
immediately stood up at her appearance, a little formal on her but excited

Kalima: (giving her a handshake) miss Chinyama – its great to finally have you on board. Please
sit.

Pezo: (trying to be all polite) thank you. Its great to be here
Kalima: well allow me to lead the way to the boardroom. Everyone must be waiting for us. We
have a meeting in honor of you and it would only be in order that I officially welcome you from
there.

Pezo: Sure.
As they entered the boardroom, everyone stood up and only sat after Kalima did. Pezo was
equally given a seat a sat comfortably directly opposite to Kalima. She never realise how big the
human resource was till now. It was a really big group and she immediately looked forward to
interacting with each one of them. Kalima never never hesitated in his welcoming remarks and
allowed for everyone to introduce themselves. Immediately they were done- Pezo was shocked to
hear him announce that she would be working very closely with him as his deputy ànd that he
expected everyone to give her the deserved respect. Much as pezo appreciated all this, she felt it
was not necessary for Kalima to emphasise on issues of protocol as what mattered was the
working relationships that would help to determine their output levels.
For that day and the rest of the week, Pezo was expected to undergo an extensive orientation of
the company operations and staff roles and duties. It was quite stressful but better than staying at
home. Kalima always took keen interest in how all these were happening and Pezo was only
happy that he was able to separate their social relations with work. On the friday of that same
week, she was expected to meet with Kalima for their pre board meeting discussions and she had
not even settled down after her arrival and he was already in her office for the meeting

Pezo: Morning – am sorry but I thought I would be the one to come through to your office
Kalima: not a problem miss. What matters is that we hold the meeting right

Pezo: Yes. Sure. (Pressing on a dial button) I will ask the kitchen to assist us with some tea and
coffee
Kalima: don’t worry, that is already figured out

Pezo: uh great.
Kalima: I hope you are settling in well and that everyone is treating you okay Pezo: yes… ofcourse. Thanks. Although I really didn’t need such a big position to start with. Alot is
expected of me yet I have no work experience in this field of work

Kalima: why don’t you Leave that to me madam… am sure together working as a team we can
always manage right?

Pezo: sure.
A month passed and All seemed to have been well. It was so far so good for Pezo and she had to
confess this to her mum and dad. They were happy to see their daughter getting interested in her
own company and contributing effe tively towards its sucess. Through Kalima, the Chombas really
seemed thrilled that their plan was taking shape to have Kalima and Pezo get closer- for now
even if they were not in love. For it was through this friendship that the good would be born.

As for the employees, they all as usual loved Pezo and how she easily related with Kalima and
everyone . It made the atmosphere much more friendly and much easy to operate within. Till now,
Kalima seemed to be within his limits but it was so visible at times that the much interest in Pezo
was still burning within him. It was so strong that he could not help himself hide it. The fact that he
had to work with her everyday was so tempting to even pretend that he never loved her anymore.

He began to regreat having her so close and directly linking her work to his.

Pezo on the other hand always tried to keep her distance and keep all her dealings formal but
Kalima would at times disregard all this and go out of his ways in his conversations with her. She
was always professional enough to drag the conversations back on track for she never had
feelings for him or any other man at the moment.

The week that followed, kalima and Pezo were espected to host a corperate dinner with some
international partners in which they were to seal a big deal with them. A table was reserved at
Radison Blu Hotel as the guests were already accommodated there. Kalima had to pick Pezo first
before heading to The hotel

Kalima: You look beautiful
Pezo: Thank you. Shall we?
Kalima: ofcourse

They didn’t speak much on the way except to discuss and emphasise on a few discussing points
that would inform their decisions that night. They only sat down on the table and the partners
arrived as well. They started with dinner as they were getting a few updates on the company
operations and structures. They were so impressed with the overwhelming works being done and
it was not easy for them to rapidly wrap up on the deal. Once more- they both had some good
news to go back with home. Kalima was the happiest and even as they were leaving the hotel into
the car, Kalima stopped her as he held her hand with a soft massage You were awesomely a great partner. Thanks

Pezo: we did this together sir. Always remember that you equally deserve that piece of thanks
He widely smiled as he pulled her to continue moving towards the car. As she was almost opening
her door, he quickly appeared and stopped her
If only for tonight- please allow me?
Pezo just smiled as she moved out and had Kalima open and close the door for her. He drove not
so far away from the hotel and he Pulled over and stopped the car.
Why- why did you stop. Did you forget something?


Kalima just seemed restless. He couldn’t say anything for a while and Pezo got a little worried.


Are you okay Karl. Please talk to me.
He never said anything but just got hold of her hand and tightly held it.
Am sorry but I can’t keep this to myself anymore Pezo


.
He looked her straight in her eyes and for a while, Pezo never knew what to make of it till he
spoke up
I know you have always made your position clear on this Pezo- you have been hurt and it’s
understood that you may not want to love again but

Pezo: Karl please
Kalima: I love you Pezo. Truly I do.
Pezo: (getting upset) what is this. Are we gonna keep on moving in this circle like this?
Kalima: am sorry. Am sorry if you feel hurt , irritated or frustrated but can’t you see how much I
love you?

Pezo: well I don’t care you hear. I have always made this clear and you can’t force me to just fall in
love with you Karl.
He slowly moved back and sat back on his chair with his eyes closed.


Pezo: (calming down a little) look- i knew working with you this close was a wrong idea but its like
you allowed for it to happened. This isnt good Karl. Not for either of us because we are not helping
ourselves knowing so well how we feel about each other.
Kalima: darling- Pezo- you can still learn to love me too if you could just give me a chance. We can be the best couple if you could allow us to give it a try

Pezo: please- you don’t have to call me that Karl. I would rather we keep our distance and respect
for each other and not ruine what we have right now. Especially if you and I are to work together

Kalima: Am sorry Pezo- but I think i have pretended for long and keeping this to myself isnt
helping.


Pezo: Then help me out of the company Karl- help me get out of this town and disappear from
your life for good. I know you can do it if you talk to my parents. All you have to do is complain that
I don’t add any value to the company
You know I can’t do that Pezo.
He suddenly and unexpectedly grabbed Pezo by the back neck and kissed her on the lips. Pezo
struggled and pulled out of his hands. Without saying a word- she slapped him on his face and
opened the door as she left. Kalima quickly followed her as he held her by the hands.
You let go of my hand- how dare you- you think you can do as you please just because I have
tolerated you this much

Kalima: am sorry
Pezo: for how long huh- for how long are you gonna use that word just to calm me down.
Kalima: atleast you can get back to the car- its rather late for you to walk by the street all by
yourself
Pezo just turned and continued to walk. Kalima was left helpless by the road. When she arrived
home with a cab, her mother was worried
Why did you have to be dropped with the cab- wasn’t Kalima supposed to –

Pezo: he had to stay back while I needed to rest mummy. Its fine.
Mrs. Chinyama: how dare he puts you in a stranger’s car while he knew it was his duty to bring
you back home

Pezo: mummy please don’t worry- am the one who decided to come early- you really don’t have to
blame him.

Just then- Kalima’s car drove in and Pezo more than ever felt so irritated and she just threw her
small bag on the couch and followed him outside not minding what his mother was going to make
out of it.

Pezo: just what do you think you are doing here?

Kalima: I needed to make sure that you were safely home Pezo. Please you don’t have to alarm
the situation here. You mother is actually just behind you
Pezo: and you think I care? Well perhaps it’s high time everyone knows why I have been so
hesitant in getting any close with you
Kalima: we can talk about this like adults Pezo.
Pezo: no Karl. You and I have nothing to talk about and you really don’t have to pretend that you
are all innocent here. Please leave!!

Mrs. Chinyama : Pezo- what is going on here. Why are you two talking from out here- kalima- son please do come in
Pezo: Kalima was just leaving mummy.
Kalima: Thanks mum- I would really love to actually.

Pezo: (Holding him by the hand) this isn’t funny Karl. I swear you won’t like my actions after this.

He ignored her and proceeded to follow Mrs. Chinyama as she led the way. Immediately Pezo
went in, she just picked her bag and went upstairs.


Mrs. Chinyama: (facing Kalima ) will you tell me what is going on here?
Kalima: am sorry mum – we somewhat differed and she decided to get on a cab- I would never risk
leaving a lady getting home by herself at this hour. That is why I needed to come through and
check if she was safely home

Mrs. Chinyama: that was wise of you. (Short silence) listen- I know you may not be comfortable
with me discussing this with you but- I know your intentions over my daughter. If it were up to me you would be with her right at this minute but- son- what Pezo went through was not an easy thing
to overcome and I really need you to be patient with her. You really have to win her heart slowly till
she will be the one to beg for your love eventually

Kalima: I know. Thank you. I really appreciate your guidance. I just hope she will be able to forgive
me – I know I may have messes it all up

Mrs. Chinyama: it’s okay son. Not all women’s hearts are easily won you know. I know one day

Pezo will come around as she realise just how perfect you can be for each other. What matters is
you have both families’ blessings and you shall not fight a losing battle. She is yours

Kalima : (smiling) thank you mum. You don’t know what those words mean to me. (Rising to her
feet) I shall take my leave now.

Mrs. Chinyama: sure! Do send our regards home
He left and immediately Mrs. Chinyama had to pump some sense into her daughter’s head. Pezo
had just gotten out of the shower when her mother got in her room

Mrs. Chinyama: thought you would be asleep by now

Pezo: No mummy. I couldn’t find sleep so I decided to take a shower

Mrs. Chinyama : why- is something bothering your mind?

Pezo: ( hesitantly ) actually yes mummy but- I can handle it

Mrs. Chinyama: is it Kalima?
Pezo was silent once more. Not so sure if her mother would understand her after seeming so
much on the side of the chombas lately.

Mrs. Chinyama: well?
Pezo: I cant work with him anymore mummy. Am sorry.

Mrs. Chinyama: Why? Just because he was being honest with you? Is it wring for a single and
handsome man like him to fall in love with a lady like you?

Pezo: mummy
Mrs. Chinyama: there is nothing wrong with what Kalima did. If anything- you should be the one
apologising for how you behaved here just a while ago

Pezo: mummy please- I dont love him- please don’t make me make do this.

Mrs. Chinyama: I won’t allow you make yet another wrong decision Pezo. Am sure you haven’t
forgotten the mess you just survived from not so long ago

Pezo: this is different mummy. I understand I was wrong on Joe but will I be treated like a little girl
not capable of adding a voice to decisions made over her life Mrs. Chinyama: if that would save
you then yes. Kalima is a well respected man and any woman would do anything to have him in
their arms. You have no choice but to learn to love him. But more than that, you will need to learn
to respect him.


Pezo: what? Mummy- what are you talking about?

Mrs. Chinyama: it’s unfortunate that this is how you want things to be done for you to realise
what’s best for you. Unfortunately- both families have agreed to have you and Kalima marry so
soon. Am afraid there is nothing much you and I can do about that. So I beg you not to embarrass
me or this family again Pezo.

She was left shocked as her mother left the room. She never expected such a turn of events from
her family- worse so from Kalima whom she felt was so civilised