Desire’s Double Edged Sword‼️

Minniehaha Aku Shika Bulley
3 min readJan 4, 2024

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Double Edged Sword

Kyewaa harbored aspirations and a burning desire to ascend to the position of partner at the law firm. Ironically, it was this very desire that ultimately became the catalyst for her downfall.

In the enchanting saga of love and ambition, Ama and Kwame, entwined in a romantic bond, found themselves navigating the intricate paths of success.

Kwame, a prosperous Managing Director at Kasapreko Group of Companies, enjoyed the comforts of success, while Ama, a Senior Associate at Finer Law Firm, aspired to become a partner.

Ama, determined to focus on her career, turned down Kwame’s marriage proposal, pleading for time until she achieved her coveted partnership.

On a consequential Tuesday, Ama embarked on her professional duties, delving into a board meeting with senior associates.

The challenge was to retain clients, particularly Absa Bank, amid economic downturns.

Ama hesitated at the prospect of meeting Absa Bank officials but was encouraged by the Board to seize the opportunity for partnership.

The meeting took an unexpected turn when Kyewaa, a new senior associate from Ablekuma South, transferred to the Cape Coast firm and sharing an office with Ama.

Kyewaa

Ama extended warmth to Kyewaa, forging a friendship that even led to an invitation to her birthday party.

However, discomfort lingered as Kyewaa expressed her intention to run for partnership, contrary to the firm's protocols. The Head, Dr. Mrs. Mensah, intervened, stating that Kyewaa would have to wait for the next round.

A visit from Kwame, who connected with Kyewaa as a childhood friend, added a layer of complexity to Ama's life. Despite Kyewaa's suspicious acts, Ama struggled to comprehend her true intentions.

Uncomfortable with the situation, Ama confided in Mr. Samua, a colleague, about Kyewaa’s suspicious behavior, which included going through Ama’s files and embarrassing her during client meetings.

Ama and Kyewaa

As Ama approached the threshold of partnership, a sudden accusation marred her journey.

The Head accused Ama of sending an email advising a client to switch firms due to Finer Law Firm’s perceived incompetence.

Despite Ama’s denial, she was abruptly laid off. Suspecting Kyewaa’s involvement, Ama, with Mr. Samua’s support, uncovered evidence through CCTV footage.

Kyewaa, desperate to conceal her actions, killed Mr. Samua before he could reveal the truth. Unbeknownst to Kyewaa, a copy of the footage had already reached the Head.

Ama was summoned again, and the truth emerged. Kyewaa was arrested, facing the consequences of her deceit. Ama was not only exonerated but also granted the partnership she rightfully earned.

🌟 **Moral of the Story: "Resilience Triumphs Over Deceit"** 🌟

"In the face of betrayal and deceit, Ama's unwavering resilience and pursuit of justice prevailed. Her journey stands as a testament that resilience can triumph over the intricate webs of deception that threaten to derail our paths. Trust in oneself and the pursuit of truth are powerful allies on the road to victory." 💪🌈 #ResilienceAgainstDeceit #PursuitOfTruth

Inspired by Home Wreaker.

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Minniehaha Aku Shika Bulley
Minniehaha Aku Shika Bulley

Written by Minniehaha Aku Shika Bulley

I'm a versatile writer that is passionate about writing and committed to bringing fun and information to every work.

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