“I’m good. Actually, that’s why I’m calling.”
“Why?”
“I heard about your company shutting down.”
Oena’s expression darkened. “News travels fast.”
“Yes, but listen,” Chuks continued excitedly. “I might have an opportunity for you.”
Oena sat up straight. “What kind of opportunity?”
“The construction firm I work with here in the United States is expanding. They’re looking for experienced supervisors.”
Oena’s heart began beating faster.
“And I recommended you.”
For a moment, Oena could not speak. “You’re serious?”
“Yes. Your experience fits exactly what they need.”
Chidinma watched her husband carefully. She could hear the excitement growing in his voice.
“But there’s a problem,” Oena said.
“What?”
“The visa process, documentation, flight tickets… all those things cost money.”
Chuks sighed. “I know. That’s the difficult part.”
“How much are we talking about?”
Chuks mentioned the amount. Oena’s face slowly fell. It was more money than he had ever saved in his entire life.
“That’s impossible,” Oena said quietly.
“Don’t give up yet,” Chuks replied. “If you can raise the money, I can guarantee the job.”
After the call ended, Oena sat silently. Chidinma finally asked the question.
“What happened?”
Oena looked at her. “There’s a job opportunity for me in America.”
Her eyes widened. “America? That’s amazing.”
Oena shook his head slowly. “No, it’s not.”
“Why?”
“Because we can’t afford it.”
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