Chapter Nineteen: The Married Doctor.

The marriage was formalized with a dowry of exactly one hundred thousand Naira. After the men dispersed, they agreed on the day the women would set for the celebration and the collection of the bride, so as not to infringe upon their rights.

Back at the house, after the men had left, Baban Auwal came to Amatu's side of the house. "Yes, where is the woman of the house? Come out."

"Yaya, is that you?" Ama mother asked.

"Yes, I just came in. I’m sure the children told you there was a gathering. . .