For years, Mercy Achieng’ carried a heavy heart. Growing up in a modest neighborhood in Nairobi, she had always dreamed of a stable life, filled with love, respect, and independence. But life seemed determined to test her. Mercy’s family struggled to make ends meet. Her mother sold vegetables at the market, her father worked as a casual laborer, and Mercy often had to skip school to help at home. Despite the hardships, she remained determined to pursue her dreams and build a life she could be proud of.
At twenty-two, Mercy fell in love with Kevin, a young man from her neighborhood. Kevin was charming and confident, and he seemed to genuinely care for her. For a while, life felt bright. She imagined a future together, dreaming of a small wedding, a modest home, and shared happiness. But Kevin’s love had a condition she could never meet at the time: money.…CONTINUE READING
