Seeing their best friend broken like that, Gia and Nic were getting ready to run to her aid but Gavin beat them to it. Rushing to his lil mama he picked her up off the ground with ease. Wrapping her arms around his neck tightly and crying into his chest she told him, “I miss her Gav, I miss her so much! It’s not fair. She should be here be with me, they both should be here with me Gav.”
“Ssshhh its okay baby. It’s ok. They love you remember that, they might not be here physically but they’re in your heart,” he told her as he walked to his car.
“Aye G, meet me at my crib,” he told Gio.
“She’s good right?”
“Yeah lil mama is good.”
“Iight we’ll meet you there.”
The ride back home, the car was filled with gloom. No music, no talking, just the sounds of Aniya’s sniffles. She sat with her knees to her chest and kept her head down. Her nose was running, she had dry tears covering her face, and her hair was messy but she didn’t care. Nothing mattered at the moment, the hurt, pain and emptiness she felt overpowered everything else. She tried so hard to be strong, but she couldn’t stop the tears from falling. Looking over at her and seeing her bawled up hurt his heart. Grabbing her hand, he brought it to his lips and gave it a soft peck. He continued holding it as he drove. What could he possibly tell her that he hasn’t already said? What could he do to take the pain away? He couldn’t find the answers, but he needed to figure out something quick. Seeing the love of his life looking so helpless and down was tearing him apart.
“Baby do you need anything or want to stop somewhere before we go in?” Gavin asked.
Instead of answering him with words she lightly shook her head telling him no.
“You sure? Because I don’t mind stopping for you lil mama.”
Swallowing her cry she softly answered, “No I just want to go home and go to sleep.”
“Ok you got it baby.”~~~~~~
“Gio speed this damn car up. Niya needs us and you want to drive all slow and shit.” Gia yelled at her brother.
“Yo ma, I know you’re feeling a way or whatever but you better calm you ass down and stop yelling at me before I hurt you.”
“Fool please you’re not going to hurt nobody. Just do what I said and hurry the hell up.”
“Yo GIANNI shut the hell up, you yelling in my ear acting crazy and shit is not going to make me drive faster. You are distracting me so close that big ass mouth of yours.”
“You are so slow yo; you can’t do two things at once? Pull the car over and let me drive then,” Gia demanded.
Nicole sat in the backseat laughing her ass off, no matter what being around them two you were sure to get a laugh. They always went at each other. Any other time she would’ve intervened but with the current situation she needed a laugh.
Not up to keep going back and forth with his sister, knowing how she wouldn’t shut up until she got her way Gio pulled over on the side of the road. He walked to the passenger side and Gia climbed over to the driver’s seat. As she adjusted everything to her liking both, Nicole and Gio strapped their seat belts on. Gia drove as if she was a NASCAR driver. Pressing hard on the gas, Gio’s BMW zoomed on the highway. Going a little over 95mph, Gia was sure to cut the twenty-five minute drive down to fifteen.
That’s what Family is for…
Gavin parked the car and was at Aniya’s door before she had a chance to move. He unbuckled her seatbelt, picked her up and carried her inside the house upstairs to their bedroom. Placing her on the bed he was extra gentle with her while getting her undressed, he handled her as if she was a porcelain doll and was scared he would break her. By then she had stopped crying but had no energy to do anything, so she let him do everything for her. He dressed her in one of his t-shirts and a pair of boxers. When he was finished tucking her in he was getting ready to join her but the ringing of the doorbell stopped him. Remembering the girls and Gio were coming over, he placed a kiss on her forehead while telling her he would be back up to check on her later.
Pushing Gavin out the way as soon as he opened the door, the girls rushed upstairs to be by Aniya’s side. Kicking off their shoes and jackets they climbed in the bed with her, one on each side of her and just held each other. For the past four years after each visit the girls would climb into bed together being Aniya’s strength.
Downstairs Gavin and Gio were having a drink in the kitchen. While they were at the cemetery the Chef came to his house and made dinner. He had his mother come over also, he didn’t know the chef and wasn’t comfortable letting him be there alone. When he told his mom that he needed her to watch his house while the chef cooked for them she told him off, saying she could’ve cooked for him for free instead of having him waste his money on a chef that didn’t cook better than her. The only way he was able to get off the phone and to calm her down was by agreeing to let her make the dessert.
Taking the covers off the food, he checked and saw that everything looked up to par. There was a platter of jerk shrimp with pasta, yellow rice and sausage, hot wings, candy yams and broccoli. For dessert his mom cooked Aniya’s favorite; red velvet cake with vanilla frosting.
“Yo G, how you holding up?” Gio asked.
“I’m good, my feelings don’t matter at this point all I’m worried about is Niy and making sure she’s good.”
“I feel you, but I know it’s not easy for you either.”
“Yeah you’re right especially when I have to see my lil mama hurting the way she is. All I want to do is take the pain away from here. If I could I would have her give me all the pain and hurt and carry it for her. But that’s why I’m going to take her away, maybe a change of scenery and tranquility will help her.”
“Word I hope it does…” Gio said.
Hearing laughing coming from upstairs put a slight smile on Gavin’s face. Glancing at the stairs before turning to Gio, he asked “Aye G what you think their doing up there?”
With a raised eyebrow he replied, “Leave it to my sister, I bet you they’re drinking and talking shit.”
~~~~~
“Oh my god Niya, remember that time that dude was trying to hit on ma and dad looked like he was going to strangle him,” Nicole said while laughing.
Cracking up at the thought, “Yes girl if my mom didn’t grab him and whisper in his ear he probably would’ve but whatever she said calmed him down.”
“Niya you and ma had your dad wrapped around your fingers. He spoiled the hell out of both of y’all. Shit you know you had it good when he even spoiled your friends,” Gia stated.
“Word up, but y’all were his daughters also, him and mommy’s. Remember he said if you call him Mr. Carlos instead of pops or dad you weren’t welcome in his house anymore. And instead of disagreeing with him mommy told y’all to y’all her ma because she was cool.”
The girls were drinking straight out of the Ciroc peach bottle Gia had pulled out of her bag. Aniya thanked God each and every day for her sisters. This year was slightly different though, because not only did she have them she now had Gavin and he was such a blessing. The more time she spent around him the more he reminded her of her father, maybe that’s why she loved him so much. She knew that both of her parents would’ve loved him if they had got the chance to meet him. Grabbing both Nic and Gia hands she held them tightly.
“You ok?” Nicole asked concerned.
“Yeah I’m fine…I just want to y’all how thankful I am to have you guys in my life. Not once did I ever have to go through anything alone. Y’all both had my back countless times I’m just blessed to have great sisters. I love you guys I swear I do.”
“Oh god…she’s drunk. Nic take the bottle and hide it,” Gia joked, “But nah seriously though, you know I love you that goes unsaid. I’m always going to be here for you. No questions mama.”
“Niya you know you don’t owe us no thank you or anything. We do what family is supposed to do. You should know by now that we will never let you go through anything alone. And I love yo
u too.”
The continued to pass the bottle around until it was done and they were left tipsy. Feeling it and hungry, the girls made their way downstairs. By that time the guys had moved into the living and were watching the Miami Heat vs. the New York Knicks game. Walking up to where they were sitting Aniya found a seat on Gavin’s lap while Gia and Nic sat on the love seat.
Wrapping his arms around her, he whispered in her ear asking if she felt better.
“Yeah baby I do and thank you for being here for me. You know I love you right?” she asked.
“You know I got yo lil mama and I love you more. But let me ask you something.”
“What?”
“You drunk?” He asked with a smirk.
Groaning, “Oh my god really Gav? That’s how you feel?”
“What? I’m just saying…you know how you get when you drink.”
“Oh whatever…I’m hungry.”
“Yeah you’re drunk but c’mon get up I had food prepared for us,” he said tapping her thigh for her to get up.
Seeing them get up Gia spat, “About damn time. I thought ya’ll were going to keep whispering secrets forever. Niggas over here is starving and you playing message in a bottle and shit.”
Everyone started cracking up at Gia and her silliness.
“Hell up mini G, you could’ve made you a plate already,” Gavin countered back.
“I didn’t want to be rude and eat before everyone else.”
Gio sucked his teeth while Nicole asked, “Umm…but when aren’t you rude?”
“Oh whatever mama,” she said brushing them off.
While everyone was busy filling up their plates with food, Aniya sat and waited for Gavin to finish making theirs. He made one large plate with enough food on it for both of them and they shared it.
Once the food was finished, the game was over, the kitchen cleaned and everyone went home, Gavin told Aniya they had to take a quick shower so they could make their plane. She became excited and in that moment Gavin was happy he decided to take her away, the smile on her face let him know he did good. She asked him where they were going and as he was walking into the bathroom he pointed to the envelope sitting on top of the dresser. Running to it she hurriedly opened and it saw two tickets to Montego Bay.
“Oh my god really?’ she said to herself. She couldn’t wipe the smile off of her face.
“Aye lil mama, get in here and shower with me. We got to go!” Gavin called out from the shower.
Stripping her clothes off, she joined him. Knowing they were on a time limit, she couldn’t help the naughty feeling that came over her; she wanted to please her man. Kissing from his lips down the middle of his chest she didn’t stop until she was down on her knees face to face with his growing member. Gripping it just enough, she slowly moved her hands up it down its length. He was getting ready to tell her to stop, but once he felt her lips around the head all the thoughts left his head. With her lips wrapped around him, she moved her tongue like a snake all around it. He could only throw his head back as he played in her hair.
“Sssss…just like that Niy just like that.” He moaned as she took him deeper in her mouth. Between her jerking him off with her hands and sucking on his head, his climax was fast approaching. Refusing to get off without her, he pulled her mouth off him by her hair. Pulling her to her feet her turned her around and bent her over while sticking a finger deep inside of her to test her readiness. Feeling her juices on his fingers he pulled his hand out then rammed his member in, filling her up with one stroke. He deep stroked her until he felt her legs begin shaking. Pulling out he pushed her back against the wall, lifted her up while placing her legs around his waist and reentered her. He only stopped once he felt her love come down and she was screaming, shaking and hollering. A couple seconds later he pulled out letting loose in the shower.
They spent about ten minutes more in the shower washing up before getting out. While getting dressed it clicked in Aniya’s head that she didn’t pack anything.
“Gav, how much time do we have until we have to leave? I just remembered I didn’t pack and how many days are we staying so I can know how much I need to pack?” she asked while walking to the closet. Following behind her he stopped her and pulled her back to him.
“No need, I got that covered. Your bags are in the trunk along with mine.”
Smiling up at him she held him around the waist.
“So you just have everything taken care of huh?”
“Yup I did, but let’s go, grab a jacket it’s time for us to head out.”
Before releasing him she stood on her tippy toes and kissed him. Pulling back and looking in his eyes she told him.
“I love you so much Gavin Christian Daniels. I can’t say it enough.”
“And I love you too Aniya Tiffany Martinez.”
After double checking to make sure everything was off except the kitchen light, they got into his car heading for the airport, never paying attention to the guy in the car watching them across the street from their house.
Peace…
The days in Montego Bay seem to go by too fast for Aniya’s liking. Once she really began enjoying herself it was time for them to go. But leaving she would take back the new experiences and memories. During the day Gavin and Aniya went out to enjoy the many activities the hotel offered. They went jet skiing, scuba diving, swimming with dolphins, they even went parasailing. Gavin wanted to go swimming with the sharks but Aniya was terrified even though they were going to be protected by the cage she still wouldn’t go.
During the night, they lived it up and got to party the Jamaican way. They explored the many clubs that were along the strip. Aniya fit right in with the island ladies and danced the night away. Gavin sat and her watched mostly except for the couple of times she pulled him onto the dance floor with her. On the very last day Aniya was sad their getaway was coming to an end. That morning instead of going out, they shared breakfast on the balcony which had the perfect view of the ocean. Later they went around town to get souvenirs to bring home for them and their loved ones. They shared dinner at a nice restaurant which had the best oxtail and curry goat on the island. After dinner they took a walk along the beach, before resting in the sand with Aniya resting comfortably in between Gavin’s legs. Before speaking they sat listening to the crashing of the waves.
“Thank you babe for bringing me here, this trip was everything and more. I had the time of my life.”
“I’m glad lil mama and you know you don’t have to thank me I’m just glad you enjoyed yourself,” Gavin said, resting his chin on top of her head.
“I’m kind of sad we have to leave tomorrow though. It’s just so peaceful and relaxing here. It makes me never want to go home.”
“Yeah it is, but we can always come back, maybe sometime in the summer. Ok?” He asked.
“Ok…”
They headed back to their room a little while later. Gavin went to get the hot tub ready while Aniya went around the room double checking everything, making sure everything was packed along with the gifts they purchased. Being how they had an early flight she did it all tonight instead of having to rush and do it in the morning. Once she was sure everything was packed except for the outfits they were wearing to the airport, she joined Gavin in the hot tub.
The following morning Aniya walked around the room taking mental pictures of everything. Overwhelmed with sadness, but she knew they had to get back to the real world. Besides Gavin told her they would come back in the summer and maybe they would stay longer and bring their friends that time. The entire flight she stared out the window taking in the beauty. Gavin on the other hand slept the whole way.
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Back in New York for over a week, they fell back into their daily routines. Gavin would check on his businesses while Aniya finished up with school, studying for her finals. He would still pick her up and take her to lunch daily. During their down time they would either be relaxing in the house together or hitting the town. Ever
y two weeks Aniya would meet up with Debra and go shopping. Between all of that, they still made time to spend with their friends Gavin would go hang with Gio while Aniya would hang with her two best friends.
What’s a Girl to do???
In the last three months; the relationship between Gavin and Aniya started to change. She didn’t want to complain too much but she needed to know what the problem was and what was going on with them. As of lately he stopped doing everything he used to do, the random texts from him went from every day to maybe once or twice a week. He began to come home later and later each night, most times way after midnight. They barely went out anymore and whenever she did ask he would give her some lame excuse like he was tired or not today. She was far from insecure but she couldn’t help the thoughts that started to pop in her head. Their sex life declined also. Gavin was just as bad is not worst when it came to sex, he wanted it whenever, wherever, and however, if she didn’t initiate it he would. As of now it no longer existed, maybe once in a blue moon. He would come in shower, then go right to sleep. Before he would always put her to sleep, but now by the time he came home she was sleep and almost all the time he was gone by the time she woke up. They only reason she knew he came home was she would see his dirty laundry all over the floor and she would feel him wrap his arms around her in the middle of the night.
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