Back in Nigeria, just two weeks after returning, Raymond called.
Good news, he told Precious. My father is ready to invest in Joshuas idea.
Precious screamed in excitement. Thank you, thank you
She ran to Joshua. Baby Your business Someone wants to fund it
Joshua stared at her in shock. Are you serious?
Yes Remember the guy I told you about in India? Raymond. He said his family wants to help.
Joshua sat down slowly, his face full of wonder.
I dont know how to thank you, Precious.
She smiled. You dont have to. Your success is my joy.

Soon, Raymond and his father came to Lagos. They met Joshua and loved the idea. The deal was signed. Money came in. Equipment was bought. A small factory was set up.
Within six months, Joshuas business began to move. Tyres were turned into strong, creative items. Big companies came to buy. Newspapers wrote about the young man with a special idea.
Joshua was becoming popular.
Then the money started to grow.

He bought new clothes, a nice car, and even moved into a fine apartment in Lekki.
He still came to see Precious sometimes. He gave her money to expand her banana stand into a small fruit shop. He hugged her, thanked her, and told everyone:
She saved my life.
Precious felt like the happiest girl in the world.
But something started to change.

It began small.
Joshua stopped picking her calls sometimes.
Then, when she came to visit him, the guards would say, Hes not around.
He would forget her birthday, but always post party pictures with his new friends online.
One night, Precious saw him on Instagram with a group of people in a club.
She zoomed into the photo and her heart ped.
There was a woman beside him.
A beautiful, rich-looking woman.
Precious held her chest.
No it cant be.

The next day, she called him.
Joshua, who is the lady I saw on your page?
He laughed. Just a friend.
She was sitting on your lap, Precious whispered.
Youre reading too much into things.
Im not stupid, Precious snapped. Youre changing. I see it.
Joshua sighed. Im busy now, Precious. Dont bring drama into my life.
He ended the call.

Precious cried that night. Her heart ached.
The man she gave everything forthe man she nearly died forwas slowly pushing her away.
The next day, she went to his house without calling.
She walked past the gate and straight into the living room.
And there she saw them.
Joshua sitting on the couch
with the same woman from the photo, wearing his T-shirt, laughing.
Precious froze.
Joshua turned.
His face went blank.
Precious? he said, standing up. What are you doing here?
Preciouss voice shook. I came to see you.
The woman stood up and stared at Precious from head to toe. Who is she? she asked.
Joshua laughed nervously. Shes uh just a friend from my past. We go way back.
Preciouss heart broke.
Just a friend? she whispered. Joshua, are you serious?
Dont cause a scene, he said, walking to her. Lets talk outside.

Outside, Precious grabbed his shirt.
After everything? After I gave you my life? My savings? My body? My soul?
Joshua pulled her hand off.
Stop being dramatic, he said coldly. You helped me, yes. But that was your choice.
My CHOICE?? Precious shouted. I did the unthinkable to save you I bled for you
Joshua looked around. Keep your voice down.
Who is she? Precious pointed toward the door. That woman inside?
Shes my girlfriend, Joshua said without shame. Her name is Audrey. Shes better for my new life.
Precious stepped back like he slapped her.
Youre serious.
(PART 2) She cared Saved His Life for years.. BUT WHEN HE GOT RICH ,HE FORGOT ABOUT HER #africantales

Yes, he said. She understands class. You... youre just a market girl, Precious.
Her lips trembled. I got you that business. I found Raymond. Youd still be dying without me.
Joshua shrugged. And Im grateful. But Ive moved on.
Preciouss tears flowed.
You promised me forever.
Joshua walked back toward the house.
Forever doesnt pay bills.
Then he turned around one last time and said,
You were never in my league, Precious. You just got lucky for a short time.

Precious stood in front of his house for ten minutes.
Then she walked away her heart in pieces her soul bleeding.
Back home, she cried in Benitas arms.
I should have listened to you, she whispered.
Benita shook her head. You gave him your heart, and he threw it in the gutter.
But I wont let this be the end, Precious said through her tears.
Im going to rise again.
And this time
She meant it.
Precious didnt leave her room for three days.
She couldnt eat. She couldnt smile. She kept hearing Joshuas voice in her head:
You were never in my league.
Her chest ached like someone had stabbed her heart. She remembered the nights she slept on the hospital floor the hunger the begging the danger she entered just to save him.
And now he had thrown her away.

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