Before either of them could say more, a firm knock sounded at the door.
Standing outside was Mama Jibril, the landlord’s wife. Her expression was serious, and her presence immediately drew attention from neighbors nearby.
“I need to speak with you,” she said, her voice calm but direct.
She held something in her hand—a small object that hinted at a deeper issue. Without raising her voice or creating a scene, she asked a question that left both Chinelo and Monday frozen.
“There are things we need to clarify,” she said.
The moment shifted everything. What had started as a misunderstanding between husband and wife now seemed part of a larger situation—one that required honesty, courage, and reflection.
Chinelo instinctively placed her hand on her stomach, her thoughts racing. Monday looked at her, confusion and concern replacing his earlier anger.
In that moment, both of them realized something important: their challenges were not just about money or survival, but about trust, communication, and the choices people make under pressure.
What lay ahead was uncertain—but one thing was clear: they would need to face it together, with truth and understanding
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