Love is basically bese on the foundation of a family. But when one family member dies, the foundation is shaken. This story is based on a nine years old girl who has suffer in the hands of some wicked family members because she lost her father.
1 CHAPTER 1: A SISTER'S LOVE
My name is AMa, and I am nine years old. I have an older sister named J , and I love her deeply. She is more than just a sister, she more than a second mother to me. J is so caring, always making sure I am okay, and she never complains, no matter how hard things get. I Look up to her, and I know that she will always be there for me.
Life was easier when our father was alive.
He was my hero, my evening light. He was always there when I needed someone to talk to, and we were so close. But after he passed away, everything changed. Our home was different, quieter, and emptier without him. It was hard for us all, especially for my mom, who is beautiful and kind but also heartbroken.
J stepped in to help us. She made sure I was okay, even when I could see the pain in her eyes. She's doing everything she can to hold our family together, and for that, I love her even more.
After our father passed away , things took a turn with my extended family. While they pretended to care about me and J, I began to notice that their love wasn't real. When Dad was alive, they would visit often, acting as if they care about us. But after he was gone. It became clear they were only interested in one thing our social security benefits that our father left for us.
J , being the eldest daughter was the one who had to take care of everything. The burden was to heavy for her to carry alone, but she never complained. She work hard to make sure I was okay, even paying my for my school tuition,my Texbooks and my bag to school, her boyfriend helps her from time to time, but most of the responsibility falls on her .
Despite all this, our family members weren't happy. They fought us over the social security funds, forgetting that sister J is just as much our late father's Daughter as I am. It was unfair, but that didn't stop them from taking what doesn't belong to them.
After my father passed away , I was to go live with one family member. I hoped things will be okay, but they were far from it. The treatment I received from them was hell, I felt like an outsider, unwanted and lonely. The family member I was staying with made me to feel that I was never part of them. I was treated as if I was no body.
But when the social security office called, they will put on a show, pretending that she was taken good care of me and it was all an act. I felt trapped, not knowing how to tell anyone what was really happening to me.
Then one day sister J came to visit us in the village. And it was the moment I had been waiting for. I finally had the opportunity to explain each an every detail to her , the mistreatment, and loneliness, and the lies. I could see the hurt in her eyes as I was talking and I know she was very angry, with the family members who pretended as if they loved and care for me. Then she knew that all they said from the beginning was all a big lie, they were just looking for a way to get closer to the social security funds . By taking care of my little sister . Sister J got ferocious and angry at them why should you guys treat my little sister like this ooh I see come to think of it, it could be that you guys killed my father . All because he work so hard for his children, now I understand how it feels to be in the dark alone wow this was you plan .
Then the family members became very angry at what sister J just said.
One of my uncle could not stand the heat or the confusion that was coming. It true into a bitter argument.
One of the family members stood up ooh yes it is our brother,?when he was alive he did not do anything for us , now that he is dead we want the money to our self.
The uncle stood up and shouted at them . Shut up , this is what you have to say about your late brother, father to this children. I am totally ashamed ashamed to call you guys my family. It could be true that you all killed him because of his property . I am disappointed at all of you the fight against Sister J continues,
2 CHAPTER 2 : A NEW BEGINNING
Living With J has brought peace to my life, even though it hasn't been easy for her . The load she carries is to heavy for one person, but she handles it with strength and love . Her boyfriend helps when he can't, but J does most of the work, ensuring I have everything I need for school and life.
The fights with the rest of the family haven't stopped, but j stands here ground. She knows that I am her
Responsibility. And she will do whatever it takes to make sure I have like our would have wanted.
Though life has its struggles, I am thankful for my sister j as my father once was , and I know that with her by my side , we can get through. The tension with our family members continued to grow. Recently, they called a meeting, demanding that my sister j bring all the documents related to the social security benefits. They wanted control over everything, as if they had some right to the money our father left for us , his children. Their greed was clear, and they didn't care about us or our future only money.
But J, being the strong person she is , stood her ground. She told them straight to their face that they could go to hell . She wasn't go to hand over anything to them. She knew what they were after, and she refused to let them take what rightfully belongs to us .
If you push this any further, she warned them, I will take the matter to the police station.
Her words hit them hard. She wasn't playing their game anymore. They knew J was serious, and they knew she wasn't someone to mess with.
But even with her standing so strong, I could tell this constant battle was wearing her down. The weight on her shoulders was becoming heavier, but J would never let them win . She had promised to protect us and I knew she wouldn't stop fighting.
Sister J is now begging to fully understand what I went through. She had always believed me , but now she was experiencing the same harsh treatment from our family members. It became clear to her that their behavior wasn't just directed at me because I was younger it was their true nature, driven by greed and selfishness. They treated us as if we didn't belong, as if we were only valuable because of the money our father left behind
I'd heart ached , knowing that this was the same cruelty that forced me to leave the family members I once stayed with. She realized that everything I had gone through was because of their toxic behavior, and it fueled more to protect us from them.
Her boyfriend, Bro k was also deeply affected by the situation. He had always stood by J , but now, seeing how the family was treating her he couldn't stay silent. Bro K wasn't happy about any of it and he made his feelings clear. He promised J that if the family members continued to harass her and theirs , they would all end up in the high court.
I won't let them get away with this, Bro K said firmly. If they push you further, we'll take legal action. They won't be able to treat you like this anymore.
His support meant everything to J. She wasn't fighting this battle alone anymore. With Bro K by her side and the strength she found within here self, she knew that no matter how far the family pushed, she would stand her ground. If it came down to it they were ready to take the fight to h the highest level of justice.
Little did they know the family wasn't done causing trouble
Uncle Kwesi pace around his living room, his face dark with frustration.
He had thought getting rid of Ama would be the end of it but now a bigger problem loomed before him . If sister j and Ama were left alone, they could legally claim their late father's social security funds pension, and other benefits. That was money he and the rest of the family had planned to divide among themselves.
He couldn't let that happen.
Without wasting time, he called for a family meeting. By evening, the house was filled with relatives, uncles, aunties, cousins, and all murmuring among themselves, curious about why they had been summoned.
When everyone was seated, uncle Kwesi cleared his throat. We have a problem, he bagan , his voice firm .
Sister j and her little sister Ama , have been taken away from us . And if we are not careful, they will soon claim all of Nana's he paused, referring to his late brother by name, his social security benefits pension, and everything else meant for the family.
Auntie Afia clicked her tongue in annoyance.
How can we allow that? After all , we are his family too!
One of the uncles,yaw Mensa, leaned forward. But technically, the money belongs to his children. We can't just take it .
Uncle Kwesi shot him a sharp look . Yaw don't be naive.we have ways of handling things. If we let them be, sister j will take all that money and used it for herself, we must act now.
A murmur of agreement spread through the room .
They all knew what this meant if they wanted the money, they had to fine ways to take control Ama and her sister j aging.
But how do we do that ? A cousin asked, sister j has that boyfriend of hers he's a government worker, and he won't allow us to touch them.
A sly smile spread across uncle Kwesi face . We don't need to fight them directly. We just need to make sure they are seen as unfit to handle their father's benefit
Auntie Afia gasped. "Are you saying?
Yes uncle Kwesi said , we will go to social welfare and report that sister j is incapable of taking care of Ama . We will say she is to young and has no stable job .
And as for Ama, we will claim her, she is better of in the hands of responsible elders, us.
A wicked silence filled the room as the plan settled. In their minds,
Uncle Kwesi leaned back, satisfied, by the time we are done, the government itself will hand Ama over to us . And with her under our control… the money will follow.
The meeting ended with nods of agreement. The nettle for their late brother's wealth had just begun
Meanwhile, sister j and Ama had no idea what was coming their way.
Now that Ama was living with sister j and Kwame , she finally felt safe, for the first time in a long while, she slept peacefully without worrying about waking up to harsh punishment or being treated like a servant. Sister j and Kwame made sure she had everything she needed, love, care, and a real home.
But unknow to them , the family had already started their wicked plans. Uncle yaw , however, wasn't at peace. Ever since the meeting, his conscience had been troubling him, he couldn't sit back and watch uncle Kwesi and the other destroy the lives of his late brother's children.
He had to do something.
Late in the evening, he picked up his phone and called sister j . This time , the call went through .
Uncle yaw ? Sister J voice sounded surprised.
Yes my dear , he said in a low voice I need to see you. It's very important.
Sister J hesitate, But is something wrong.
Uncle yaw sighed, just come alone I will explain everything.
A few minutes later Sister J walked to the roadside, where uncle yaw was waiting in his car . She got in and he immediately drove to a quiet place, away from prying eyes.
When he parked, he turned to her . Sister J listen to me carefully. You uncle Kwesi and the others are not done , They are planning to report you to social welfare, saying you are to young and unfit to take care of Ama .
Sister J eyes widened. But that's not true . Ama loves me , I take good care of her.
I know uncle yaw said nodding. But they will want to used the law against you , so that the government will take Ama away from you. Once that happens, they will gain control over your late father's money.
Tears welled up in Sister J's eyes. What do we do ,
Uncle ? I don't want to leave Ama she is all I have , she is my younger sister.
Uncle yaw took a deep breath. Go home and tell ama and your boyfriend everything. Tell her to prepare, if they want to fight with the law , then we must fight back with the truth.
Sister J nodded wiping her tears . But now she felt determined.
When she got home she rushed inside and found AMA and Kwame sitting in the living room watching tv.
Kwame, and Ama ! My uncle yaw just told me something terrible.
They both turned to her concern on their faces.
What is it Kwame and Ama asked.
Sister J took a deep breath uncle Kwesi is planning to use social welfare to take you away from me and kwame.
Sister J hand clenched into fists she had , had enough of their games.
Kwame face darkened. Then it's time we make our move . They want to use the law against us? Fine , we will go to social welfare first and expose them before they even get the chance."
Sister J nodded , her voice firm . We won't let them win
The battle line has been drawn. This time , it was a fight for justice and sister J and Kwame were ready.
3 CHAPTER:3 THE TRUTH UNFOLDS
The following morning Kwame and sister J wasted no time. They dressed Ama in her best clothes and took her straight to the social welfare office.
When they arrived, they were directed to an officer who listened carefully as they explained everything the mistreatment Ama had suffered, the family's plans to take her away and their attempts to claim their father's benefit.
The officer , an elderly woman with a kind but firm expression, shook her head. In disappointment. This is a sad situation, but unfortunately, it's not uncommon. Many families fight over a deceased person's wealth forgetting the wellbeing of the children left behind.
Sister J's voice was steady but filled with emotion madam , all I want is to take care of my sister, I don't want anything else. I just want her to be safe and happy.
Kwame added, we came here first because we know the family might try to twist the story we want to do the right thing.
The officer nodded approving you did well coming here frist . Now let me advise you . The best way to prove that Ama is better off with you is to show that she is in school and been well cared for if any family member challenges your guardianship, we will need proof that you are responsible for her welfare
Sister J and Kwame exchanged a glance. " so, what do we do? Sister J asked. The officer smiled warmly. Put AMa in a good school as soon as possible.keep all the receipts, school fees , books, uniforms,everything. Those will serve as evidence that you are providing for her .
Also , if you can , find a stable source of income it will strengthen your case.
Sister J exhaled in relief. Thank you , madam we will do that immediately.
Before they left , the officer reassured them . If your uncle come here with false claims, we will already have your report on record. You have taken the right step.
As they walked out of the office, Ama held sister J's hand tightly .
Sister J , does this means I can stay with you forever?
Sister J knelt and hugged her yes , my love no one will take you away from me.
Kwame placed a reassuring hand on sister J's shoulder. Let go fine the best school for Ama .
That way , no one can never question whether she belongs to you .
As they left, sister J felt felt a new sense of hope . The battle wasn't over yet, but at least now , they were fighting with the law on their side,
Meanwhile, uncle Kwesi and the family had no idea that their plan was already falling apart.
Sister J and Kwame spent the whole afternoon searching for the best school for Ama . They visited a few places, but none of them felt right. Some school were too far, didn't have have the right environment.
Kwame wanted Ama to have the best education possible somewhere he had always dreamed of for his own future children.
Then they found Achimota primary school.
The moment they stepped into the school compound, Kwame felt a sense of pride. The school had a strong academic reputation, excellent teachers, and a beautiful learning environment. More importantly, it was close to their home, making it easy for ama to attend without much stress.
This is it", Kwame said, turning to sister J . This is where Ama belongs
Sister J smiled it. Perfect.
They walked into the administration office and met the headmistress, a kind looking woman in her fifties, she welcome them warmly and listened as they explained AMA's situation,
We want the best for her, Kwame said firmly. She has gone through a lot and we want her to have a fresh start in a good school."
The headmistress nodded thoughtfully. You have come to the right place. Achimota primary school. Has a strong tradition of academic excellence, and we take the well , being of our students seriously.
We would be happy to enroll Ama.
Sister J squeezed AMA's hand with excitement.
Did you hear that Ama ?
You will be starting school here!
AMA's face lit up with joy really?
Yes my dear, the headmistress said with a smile. But we will need her brith certificate, passport pictures , and admission fees to complete the process."
Bro Kwame nodded. No problem we will get everything ready immediately.
They left the school with a renewed sense of hope.
That evening, Kwame and sister J worked together all the necessary documents. Kwame paid the school fees and sister J bought AMA's books, uniforms, and other school supplies, making sure to keep every receipt as the social welfare officer advised.
By the next morning, Ama was officially a student at Achimota primary school
As sister J dressed Ama in her new school uniform, tears welled up in her eyes, she had fought so hard for this moment. Ama looked at herself in the mirror, beaming with happiness.
I look like a real school girl now!
She giggled.
Sister J kissed her forehead. That's because you are my younger sister."
Bro Kwame smiled, watching them. This is just the beginning. No one will ever take you away from us again. Ama."
But even as they celebrated this victory.
Uncle Kwesi and the rest of the family were preparing their next move. When they heard that Ama had been enrolled in a top school, they were furious. They think they have won ? Uncle Kwesi sneered. Let's see how long they can keep up.
The war was far from over.
After putting Ama in school and watching her walk happily into her new classroom, sister J . Finally felt a sense of relief. Ama was safe , her future was secure, and for the second time in a long while things seemed to be going right .
Later that afternoon, after Kwame had left for work, sister J sat alone in their small living room, reflecting on everything she had been through.
She remember the night she cried herself to sleep, worrying about her younger sister AMA's future. She thought about the times she had begged her uncle's and auntie's to treat Ama better, only to be ignored or insulted she had struggled alone for so long ,until Kwame came into her life.
Bro Kwame had been her rock , her protector, when the family tried to take Ama away, he stood by her side . When they plotted to claim her late father's money, he helped her fight back . Ama was in a good school , finally living like a child should!
Sister J smiled softly to herself.
Now that Kwame is in my life , I will love him , cherish him, and take care of him, she though . He has proven that he truly loves Ama as his own , and for that ,I will never leave him.
Just as she was lost in thought she heard a knock at the door.
Her heart skipped a beat something about the knock felt wrong.
When she opened the door, her stomach turned.
Standing outside was uncle Kwesi , along with two elders from the family. Their face were cold and serious.
We have come for Ama , uncle Kwesi announced. It's time to take her back were she belongs.
Sister J heart pounded.
They were not done with their wicked plans.
But this time , she was ready
The battle was not yet over.
The moment uncle Kwesi and the elders barged in , their intentions were clear. They weren't just here to talk , they wanted to take Ama by force.
If you don't bring Ama and those documents."uncle Kwesi hissed stepping closer to sister J , I will personally kill you .
Sister J heart pounded .
She has dealt with their threats before, but this time , the look in uncle Kwesi eyes was different.
What she didn't know was that Kwame , alway thinking ahead, he had installed a CCTV camera in the house. Every word, every action , everything was being recorded.
Just as uncle Kwesi raised a hand as if to hit her , sister J screamed at the top of her voice.
Help, help , help ! These people have come to kill me !
Her cries echoed through the neighborhood. Within seconds, the young men from the area stormed into the house.
What is going on? One of them asked, eyes darting between sister J and the intruders.
These men want to attack me!
Sister J cried
That was all it took.
The young men descended on uncle Kwesi and the elders like a atom . Punches flew , slaps landed and kicks sent the wicked men staggering uncle Kwesi tried to escape, but a well aimed blow sent him tumbling onto the floor..
The elders screamed for mercy.
We are sorry! We are sorry! We are sorry!
But the young men didn't stop until they had dragged them out of the house, out of the street, and chased them far from the neighborhood.
Sister J stood at the door, breathing heavily, watching them flee.
Then she turned and saw the small blinking red lights in the corner of the room .
She froze.
What is that ? She muttered.
Then it hit her, Kwame's CCTV camera!
She rushed over to the device, her hands shaking every single thing uncle Kwesi had done had been recorded.
Her lips curled into a slow victorious smile.
This time, they wouldn't just run away. This time, she had proof
And when Kwame came home that evening, she would tell him everything.
It was time to end this war once and for all ,
After the chaotic event of the day, sister J sat alone in the quite house, her mind racing, she knew uncle kwesi and the rest of the family had been fighting for their late father's money, but she had never bothered to check on it herself
Now , with the house finally peaceful and Ama safe in school,she decided it was time to look into their father's document.
She went into the small wooden box where her father had kept all his important papers. Dust covered most of them , untouched since his passing slowly ,she flipped through birth certificate, land document, and old letters.
Then , she saw it.
A bank statement.
Her fingers trembled as she pulled it out and unfolded it ,at first, her eyes scanned through the transcition without much throught . But when she reached the bottom and saw the leftover balance , her heart nearly stopped.
The amount staring back at her was far more than she had ever expected.
Millions of cedis.
Sister J gasped ,covering her mouth. So this is what they were fighting for all this time ? No wonder uncle kwesi had been so desperate. No wonder they had threatened her life.
4 CHAPTER:4 THE ONLY HELPER IN MY LIFE
For a moment, she felt anger rise in her chest. They had never cared about Ama or her wellbeing. All they wanted was the money.
But now , the money was in her hands.
She took a deep breath and folded the statement carefully. This was something she couldn't handle alone.
She need to wait for Kwame
That evening, as soon as Kwame returned from work, she rushed to him , and welcome him home with a kiss .
Kwame , I found something." She said, her voice still shaky .
Kwame looked at her , concerned what is it?
She handed him the bank statement. Kwame's eyes scanned the document, and when he saw the amount, his brows lifted in shock.
Sister J ….. this is a lot of money.
I know , she whispered. And I don't even know what to do with it."
Kwame exhaled and sat down, thinking. First, we need to secure it . We need to make sure uncle Kwesi and his people can never touch a pesewa of this money.
Sister J nodded . But how?
Kwame's face hardened.
We go legal. We make sure this money belongs to you and Ama alone , and we used that cctv footage to put uncle in his place once and for all.
Sister J looked at him , her heart swelling with love . He wasn't just here for her , he was ready to fight for her and Ama till the end.
She reached out and held his hand tightly. Kwame I trust you .
He squeezed her hand back . Then let's end this .
It was time to take back what rightfully belongs to them
The next morning, sister J and Kwame decided to visit the bank to confirm the details of the account. They knew they had to act fast before uncle Kwesi tried another tricks .
When they arrived at the bank, they went straight to the customer service desk. Good morning, sister J said politely we are here to make inquiries about my late father's account."
The banker , a middle aged man with glasses, looked up from his computer. May I have his name, please?"
Sister J provided the details and the man began typing, within moments, his expression changed
We have been looking for he said .
Sister J and Kwame exchanged a surprise glance. Looking for me?"
Yes ." The banker continued. For months now, your father's account has a significant amount of money, and according to our records, his next of kin is listed as you and your younger sister Ama.
Sister J's heart pounded. Then why didn't we hear about this earlier?
The banker frowned, we have sent multiple messages through a man named uncle Kwesi, who claimed to be a family elder. But he never brought you here . Instead, he insisted that only ama should come and collect the money."
Sister J clenched her fists . That wicked man! So this is why he was so desperate to take ama !
Kwame's jaw tightened. That means he was planning to manipulate her into singing over the money to him
The banker shook his head, well we warned him that we would not release the funds without you and Ama present. Bank policy is very clear, minors cannot withdraw such funds alone, and the rightful next of kin must be involved in any transactions .
Sister J signed in relief. Thank you for that , I had no idea any of this was happening.
Kwame turned to her . This is good news. Now we have confirmation that the money is legally yours and Ama we just need to finalize everything and make sure uncle Kwesi can never interfere again.
The banker nodded to proceed. You will need to provide proof of identity, legal documents proving your relationship with the deceased, and a letter from social welfare department confirming AMA's guardianship under you.
Sister J smiled. We already have that."
Kwame grinned. And we have something else, CCTV footage of uncle Kwesi threatening sister J over her late father's money. That should be enough to keep him far away from us.
The banker eyes widened. That will definitely help if he tries anything legal. Once you bring the request documents, we will release the funds directly to you and ensure they are protected."
As they left the bank , sister J felt a deep sense of relief
The truth was finally out.
Uncle Kwesi wicked plans had failed, and now, she and Ama could truly claim what was rightfully theirs
But they knew one thing for sure uncle Kwesi would never give up easily.
The final battle was just beginning.
That evening, after everything that had happened at the bank kwame and sister J sat quietly in the living room. Ama was already asleep. Exhausted from school.
The house was finally peaceful, but there was still a lot on sister J's mind.
Kwame noticed how deep in thought she was . He reached out and held her hand.
Sister J , he said gently, where is your mother?
Sister J hesitated. She hadn't thought about her mother in a long time. The question brought back painful memories. She took a deep breath before answering.
I don't know where she is , she admitted. All know she left my father when he was sick , she never showed up till this day.
Kwame, sister J nodded it was just me and Ama and my father. And when he died , I had to take care of Ama alone.
Kwame squeezed her hand. Have you tried to find her?
Sister J shook her head. No I don't even know if she is still alive
Kwame thought for a moment. Maybe it's time to look for her.
Sister J's eyes widened Why?
Because she is till your mother, Kwame said gently. And she might have answers , answers about why she left , about your father's past , maybe even about this whole inheritance situation.
Sister J signed. I don't know, Kwame, what if she doesn't want to be found?
Kwame looked at her with determination. Then at least you will have closure. But what if she does want to be found ? What if she regrets leaving? You will never know unless you try.
Sister J was silent for a long time. Deep down, she had always wondered about her mother but she had buried those feelings under years of pain and anger. Maybe Kwame was right. Maybe it was time to find out the truth.
She looked at him and nodded slowly . Okay let's find her."
Kwame smile. I will help you.
Little did they know, finding sister J's mother would uncover secrets they never expected, secrets that would change everything.
The past was about to come back in ways they never imagined.
That hot afternoon,as sister J and Kwame stepped out of the bank , a woman walking down the street caught sister J's attention.
There was something about her the way she carried herself, the way she walked. It was familiar.
For a moment, sister J felt her heart race. Could it be….?
She watched as the woman entered a nearby shop , a well established boutique. Curiosity took over, and before she could think twice, sister J found herself following the woman inside.
Kwame noticed her , hesitation. Sister J , what is it ?
She didn't answer. She just kept walking, her eyes fixed on the woman. Inside the store, the woman was arranging some clothes on a rack. She looked successful, well dressed and elegant.
Sister J's throat felt dry . It can't be….
She took a deep breath and in a shaky voice, called out , Grace. The woman froze.
Slowly, she turned around, her eyes locking onto sister J's,
For a moment, the world seemed to stop.
Then , in a low shocked voice the woman spoke.
What are you doing here?
Sister J felt a lump from in her throat after all these years, after all the suffering, this was the first thing her mother had to say to her?
Kwame standing behind sister J, look between the two women his eyes widening in disbelief
This was mama Grace.
Sister J's long lost mother, tears welled up in sister J's eyes but she quickly wipe them away
I should be asking you that , she said her voice trembling where have you been all this time ?
Why did you leave us ?
Mama Grace looked away , as if struggling with something deep inside her.
I had my reason, she said finally but this is not the place to talk
Sister j clenched her fists . Then tell me where is the place to talk ? Because I have waited years for this moment."
Mama Grace took a deep breath, her expression unreachable. Then she nodded.
Fine , she said fine come with me she led them to a quiet session of the store, away from the customers.
Sister J's heart pounded.
She had so many questions.
And she was finally going to get answers.
Mama Grace took a deep breath and looked away , as if shamed to meet sister J's eyes .
Your father was a good man , she began . When we got married, he did everything for me . He loves me . He provided for me . But she hesitated.
Sister J's hand tightened into fists . But what mama?
Mama Grace. Along the line, I stopped feeling the same way about him . He wasn't the same man I fell in love with.
His business started falling, money became tight and life got harder.
I...I wasn't happy anymore."
Sister J, felt anger rise in her chest, so because he wasn't rich anymore , you left him? You left us."
Mama Grace, winch. It wasn't just about the money, J I felt trapped. I felt like was wasting my life in struggle when I had the chance to start over."
Sister J couldn't believe what she was hearing. Start over with who?
Mama Grace was silent for a moment before she finally whispered someone else."
Sister J's breath caught. So there was another man."
Mama Grace nodded slowly. Yes And he promised me a better life.
Kwame , who had been quite watching finally spoke. And did he give you that better life?
Mama Grace looked around at her expensive boutique and signed. At first yes . He had money , he took care of me , and I thought I have made the right decision. But in the end I lost everything.
Sister J folded her arms , then how are you here running this business?
Mama Grace looked guilty. After everything felt apart, I had to start from scratch, i worked hard to build this store , I survived.