Chapter 30: Dying Again

Her words came out too quickly, and she made sure to look at Nnenna, waiting for some kind of approval. But Nnenna, still quiet, didn't show much emotion in return.

Somto studied the situation carefully. He could sense the tension in the room, the heavy silence that followed her words.

Queen Chioma's smile faltered just slightly, and it didn't take much for Somto to realize that her excitement over the gifts was feigned.

She wasn't pleased at all with the way her children had acted, but she was doing her best to maintain a facade of civility.

The fact that she emphasized the gifts so much, almost too much, made it clear that something wasn't right. Somto's suspicions deepened.

Nnenna finally decided to follow Queen Chioma's lead and replied, "That's right," her tone calm but measured. The scene before her didn't quite match the words spoken, but she chose to go along with it, for the sake of the situation.

Somto, who was still standing silently at the back, could still feel the tension in the room, but he didn't show any emotion.

His thoughts raced, but he decided to hold off on speaking for now. The contradictions weren't lost on him, but he would bide his time.

Turning to Nnenna, Somto continued, "Alright, that's why we're here. I spoke to the director, and since you still have physical therapy to complete, you'll be staying here for a while.

gentle, a stark contrast to the frustration he

ease the tension, but his words were laced with a quiet concern. "Just... don't talk

If they don't have a proper name, avoid them. It's better

as Somto's words lingered in her mind. "If they don't have a proper name, avoid

and Four. She didn't know much about them, but

didn't want to ask him directly, after all, if he hadn't revealed it himself, there must be a reason to keep it to himself. It wasn't

mind. "Okay, brother," she said, nodding in agreement. "If you've stayed long enough, I think it's time for you all to leave. I

was clear in her tone and body language that she didn't want them there

they slowly made their way toward the door, respecting her

she was having a seizure. Her eyes widened, her lips

an instant. Nnenna's body convulsed violently, her limbs trembling uncontrollably, and her head tilted to the side as

The room, which had been tense just moments

unsure of what to do next. For a split second, there was a glint of what

she quickly masked her expression with one of concern, blending in

the calm and composed Somto, who snapped into action. While the rest of the family remained rooted to their spots, unable to process what was happening, he was already reaching for

need a doctor!" Somto's voice cut through the

he rushed toward Nnenna's side. With steady hands and focused

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