Black Magic: Book 3 of The Black Butterfly Series

by Nika Michelle

  I was waiting around in front of the television for some breaking news that I couldn’t wait to hear. When I saw the news about Dean’s arrest I almost rejoiced as I turned the television up. It wasn’t surprising to me when I heard what his charges were.

  “Fashion mogul Dean Monross is under arrest today after he was accused of raping ex District Attorney Franklin Williams’s daughter Elisa Williams. Usually in cases like this the minor’s identity would not be revealed, but Dean Monross, DA Franklin and his wife Angeline are very public figures making this a very high profile case. The accuser is only sixteen years of age and the age of consent in the state of Florida is eighteen. Dean Monross is two years over the limitation of the law’s exception. A sixteen year old would be able to engage legally in intercourse if the older person is at least twenty three. Dean Monross is twenty five and was reported to have started a relationship with Elisa online. Elisa’s statement of the account reveals that she didn’t consent to have sexual intercourse with Dean Monross. More details after the break.”

  I wasn’t happy to think that young Elisa may have been a victim of Dean’s wrath, but at least he was finally going down. When it came out that he had a vendetta against Franklin, it would all make sense. They were going to have his head for having sex with the DA’s teenaged daughter. That was one trial that I wanted to be inside the courtroom to witness with my own two eyes.

  After the commercial break it was revealed that Dean had no real, solid alibi. During the time of the alleged rape he claimed to be at home asleep. LaTisha wasn’t there and his house keeper was off on that day. There was no one to vouch for his whereabouts. It looked like his ass was shit out of luck.

  My phone rang and I saw Rah’s number flash across the screen. “Hey baby, are you watching the news?”

  “Hell yeah and it’s good to see that crazy ass psycho bastard caged up like the animal that he is,” I said.

  “Hmm, I feel you on that, but have you heard from the mystery person who sent the text and email?”

  “Fortunately, I haven’t. I guess it’s a good thing that the two big ass dudes you got following me are as intimidating as they are. Then again, it may have just been Dean’s crazy ass the entire time. I didn’t think so at first, but maybe he added the twist about my family to throw me off.” I shrugged my shoulders. “Fuck him. His plans all folded and you and I are still here, still standing strong. I love you baby.”

  “I love you too. What do you have planned for today?” He asked. “I know you’ve been busy planning your ad campaign for your clothing line and planning the fashion show. I also know how busy I have been trying to get this album finished. We haven’t really spent any time together.”

  “I know babe and I am actually free today. What do you have in mind?” I asked with a big smile on my face. I was giddy now that Dean was finally getting what he deserved. I just wished that Elisa didn’t have to go through the media scrutiny and the stigma that came with rape.

  “I am dying to see your gorgeous face woman. How about we go for another boat ride?”

  “Does Chang and Reba have to come this time? I want you all to myself.”

  “Speaking of them, did she tell you that they’re dating?” He asked.

  I giggled. “Hell yeah. That bitch was talking all that shit about not being hooked up. She told me she’s taking her time though.”

  “Cool. No, I don’t need Chang. He actually taught me the basics and I got my boating license a couple days ago. I wanted to surprise you. I have dinner and a nice bottle of White Zinfandel. I can dock somewhere and we can have a romantic night alone. There’s a beautiful young lady who I would love to see on the deck of my yacht with a two piece on. After we eat some food, drink some wine, puff on some good trees and get our fuck on, I’ll take you home. What do you say sexy?”

  I smiled. “I say it’s a date.”

  “Good, we have to celebrate. We’re finally free of Dean the demon,” he said with a chuckle in his voice. “I hate that that girl has to go through this, but at least he’s finally getting some kind of punishment for his bullshit.”

  “I agree.” I sighed. “I can’t wait for you to relieve some of my stress. I am so wound up and tense.”

  “Mmm, I know just what to do to loosen your ass up.” His voice had suddenly gotten all low and sexy like.

  “I know you do. That’s why I need to know when you’re coming to get me.”

  “I’m in the car now baby. I’ll be there in fifteen.”

  “Anxious are we?”

  “Soooo anxious,” he sang like Genuwine

  I laughed.

  * * *

  Reba

  My impending civil case against Aric was starting to get to me and Chang had been a very good friend. We’d only kissed and gone on a few dates, but I wanted more. Despite my reservations, I had a chemistry with him. It was different and scary, but I welcomed the feelings. I loved the fact that he didn’t mind taking his time with me. He had invited me over to his crib for dinner. Yes, he was going to cook and I was kind of excited about what the evening would bring. I was also a little horny, but I was going to try to be good.

  When Chang opened the door for me I could smell the aroma of an exquisite, gourmet dinner. He was wearing a pair of tan slacks, a nice beige and dark brown printed button down and dark brown gators. I had to admit that he was looking extra fine.

  He kissed my cheek. “Wassup beautiful?” As he closed the door behind me I couldn’t help but notice that he had something behind his back.

  “Hi cutie,” I smiled.

  He revealed the long stem red rose that he was holding behind his back. “For you.”

  I took the fragrant flower from him graciously and took a sniff. “Thanks Chang. You’re so sweet.”

  “Make yourself at home. I am almost finished with dinner,” he said before excusing himself to return to the kitchen.

  I looked around at his apartment’s modern décor. Tan, dark brown, charcoal and black were the color scheme of his living room. The huge, Samsung Smart TV that was mounted on the wall had to be at least 70 inches and had a very high tech entertainment system hooked up to it. I was admiring a painting when he entered the room.

  “You like that?” He asked.

  I was admiring the abstract painting that looked like it was really nothing, but it made me feel something. It was probably the vibrant colors such as orange and yellow that stood out against the neutral earth tones that surrounded it.

  “Yes, it’s different than anything else in here.” He walked over to me and invaded my personal space. His Issy Miyake cologne was intoxicating and I noticed that he was holding a wine glass full of a red liquid.

  “Merlot,” he said. He also had a glass which made me raise my eyebrow.

  “I figured I’d sip with you.” He smiled at me. “I got that painting because that’s exactly how I feel. Like I stand out from my surroundings. I’m different, but it’s okay. I like it.” The smile on his face was infectious and I couldn’t help but smile too.

  “You’re so sexy,” I said as I leaned over to kiss his soft lips.

  “Mmm, so are you” he moaned before pulling away. “Dinner’s ready. Let’s eat.” He held my hand and led me to the dining room table.

  The glow of the candlelight added to the romantic mood and I was feeling as if I had finally met “that guy”. Chang was a perfect gentleman and he had come into my life right when I needed him. I was going to take my time, but I was going to be careful to not push him away.

  After we got full off roasted duck, broccoli soufflé, and baked macaroni and cheese I couldn’t help but kick my shoes off and relax in front of the television. He was a good cook and I liked how he had mixed Asian and Soul Food together.

  “You even have beautiful feet,” he said as he reached over to put my feet in his lap.

  As he rubbed my feet I closed my eyes. That was when the sound of my favorite singer Rihanna’s voice filled my ears. “We found love in a hopeless
place. We found love in a hopeless place.”

  “I love this song,” I said as I sang along.

  Chang simply smiled at me like I had the most angelic voice in the world. I loved the way he looked at me. It made my heart melt.

  “Why do you look at me like that?” I asked as I let my fingers play with his spiky, shiny black hair.

  “Because I like the way you look.” His expression was so serious and there was nothing left to say.

  He kissed my cheek and then my lips. “I’ve never met anyone like you,” I whispered after he pulled away.

  “I know,” he said with his hands still on my feet. “That’s how you know that I’m the one for you.”

  I didn’t say anything. We had only kissed, but I felt closer to him in a month than I’d felt to any man over a long course of time.

  “Chang, I don’t want to…”

  He put his finger to my lips. “We will take our time, but when it’s right…it’s right.”

  I nodded and closed my eyes as he kissed me again. “Is it possible to be in love without making love?” I asked feeling like that was my exact position.

  “Of course it is, or you wouldn’t be feeling the way you feel right now and I wouldn’t either.”

  My heart pounded in anticipation and although I was feeling Chang and I was horny as hell; I wanted to wait. What I had gone through with Aric had me feeling like I needed to have some reservations, just in case.

  “I just…”

  “I’m not like him,” he reassured me.

  “I know that, but…”

  “I’m not like them.”

  I didn’t say a word that time. I just looked at him and smiled as I nodded.

  “What’s on your mind?” He asked. “Talk to me.”

  “I know that you’re not like them, but I’m afraid.”

  “Of?”

  “Feeling anything, whether it’s good or bad. Love starts off feeling good, but I don’t like when it hurts,” I confessed. “As hard as I try to pretend to be, I am really all mushy inside. The hardness is like a turtle’s shell. It’s just a defense mechanism. I am capable of feeling, no matter how much I try to front. I just don’t usually allow myself to feel, but I can’t control it this time.”

  “Then don’t. The reality of love is that sometimes it does hurt, but when it’s real it doesn’t destroy. What I feel for you is real. I have no agenda Reba and although the men who hurt you in the past had no reason to, they didn’t love you for real. If they did, the love wasn’t unconditional. I have no conditions on this, nor do I have any expectations. All I want you to do is let me in. I will never intentionally hurt you, so let yourself feel with me. Please.” He cupped my chin and dipped low to kiss my neck instead of my lips.

  I closed my eyes and enjoyed the tingles that were traveling all over my body. “I feel that,” I gasped as his hands traveled over my soft, feminine curves.

  He sighed as he pulled away. “You smell delicious,” he said with a serious, but sexy look in his eyes.

  I was loving the way he was making me feel and I promised myself that I wouldn’t fight it anymore. We decided to not take advantage of the heated moment we had just shared. Instead we continued to talk and get to know one another. Oh, we were going to get it on eventually, but for the moment our priority was to engage in some mental stimulation. It was new for me, but I was actually enjoying it.

  Chapter 20

  Seantay

  The next morning I woke up in Rah’s arms in the bedroom of his condo. We had got in all late because he had to sober up before moving the yacht again. Of course we had been smoking some “good”. My vibrating phone on the nightstand had been the culprit to wake me from such a sound sleep. I checked the screen and it was Reba calling at 9:30.

  “Why are you calling me so damn early?” I asked as I sat up. Rah was still snoring with his mouth wide open.

  She giggled. “You have to know that it’s something huh?”

  “Yeah, so tell me so I can go back to sleep.” I yawned and laid back down.

  “I did it with Chang,” she said all giddy like.

  I sighed. “I’m happy for you Reb and I really want to hear all about it, but couldn’t you have called a little later. Like around lunchtime.”

  “You’re such a bitch, I swear,” she said playfully.

  I laughed as I wiped the sleep from my eyes. “Why are you not tired after fucking all night? Shit, I am.”

  “We didn’t fuck all night. It wasn’t part of the plan. He cooked for me and we just talked mostly. I had a little too much to drink and I slept over. We cuddled and kissed a little, but nothing happened. Girl, at seven this morning I woke up to him eating me. It was the best and I am not just saying it. When he finished eating me he started apologizing and shit. He kept telling me how he just couldn’t help it. I had slept in his t shirt and when he woke up the cover was kicked off me and my legs were wide open. You know how wild I sleep.”

  “Hell yeah,” I agreed.

  “He said that at first he was just going to move my panties aside to give it a little kiss, but he couldn’t control himself. I told him it was no need to apologize and then asked if he had any condoms. After that head I had to have some dick. Mmm, it was so good Tay. I am really in love this time. I know it. He’s the one,” she said sounding so ecstatic.

  “Aww, that’s so sweet and Chang is such a gentleman. He is a cutie too.” I smiled. Raheem was stirring in his sleep, but his lazy ass wasn’t getting up anytime soon. Plus I had worn him out the night before.

  “We were joking that if we have a daughter she will look like you,” Reba laughed.

  I tried not to laugh too loud. “And you will have to name her after me.”

  “My word,” she said. I could tell that she was serious.

  “So, just to hear you talk about children at all is new. He must be the one. I’m happy for you hon and I am glad you’re not letting old boy keep you from letting go with Chang.”

  She sighed. “At first he was, but I am convinced that Chang is different from what I’m used to dealing with. He’s a catch and I’m holding on to his smart ass. That man’s going to be rich and I’m going to be right there.”

  “Reba…”

  “It’s not just that though Tay. That’s a plus. I am really feeling him and I think I’m in love.”

  “Good for you boo. I finally got the go ahead from my doctor to do a very light workout with Randy. I can’t wait girl. I miss my old body,” I complained as I gripped some of the fat from my thigh.

  “Bitch please. You’re just a little bit thicker and it looks good. That’s why Rah keeps fucking the shit out of your ass.”

  I laughed. “I told him that I am going to go with a work out that won’t make me lose it, but tone it up instead. I just don’t like when it looks like this.”

  “I feel you. You want it to be firm and defined.”

  “Yeah, like Seandra. She’s thick, but she’s toned and it looks good. Shit, she has an ass like Serena Williams,” I laughed

  “I heard about Dean. Wow. I knew that he was crazy, but that shit tops the cake. What made him think he could get away with some shit like that?” Reba asked on a more serious note.

  “I know right. A narcissistic person like Dean doesn’t think about the consequences of his actions.”

  We talked a little bit longer and then hung up. Miss Love Bug was finally sleepy and I was too.

  A few minutes later Rah jumped up like his boxers were on fire. “Oh shit. My ass is supposed to be at the studio in forty minutes.”

  “Okay baby. I guess I’ll go back to sleep.”

  He ran back over to me and kissed me softly. “The album release party’s in a few weeks and I have to listen to it today to give it my final seal of approval.”

  “Aww,” I gushed. “I’m so proud of my baby.”

  He had a huge, accomplished grin on his face. “Thank you for being there for your man.” He held me in his arms for a few seconds befor
e rushing off to the bathroom. “How ‘bout a quickie in the shower,” he said over his shoulder.

  I laughed. “We don’t do quickies.”

  “True.” He grinned. “I gotta get outta here babe.”

  I waved him off. “Okay.”

  I was genuinely happy for my man and dozed back off before he could turn the shower on.

  * * *

  The sound of my phone ringing woke me up from my slumber. It was a number I didn’t recognize, but something told me to answer it.

  “Hello.”

  “Babe, I’m locked up. I already called my lawyer. I need you to come down here to post my bail. You know the code to the safe. Call my dude Rock. He’s a bails bondsman and his number is on a magnet on the fridge,” Rah said sounding way more calm than I was feeling.

  “What the fuck? Why are you locked up?” I jumped out of the bed to follow his instructions. Damn, I must’ve been exhausted because it was after two in the afternoon.

  “I’ll tell you about it when you get here.” He hung up and I was in a daze as I stood there holding the phone. Quickly, I snapped out of it and headed to the kitchen to get the bails bondman’s number.

  * * *

  Of course the paparazzi and reporters with microphones were posted in front of the police station when I went to pick my baby up. Cameras flashed in my face and the reporters bombarded me.

  “Seantay, how do you feel about Rah Lyric’s arrest?” The dark brown complexioned female reporter pushed the camera in my face waiting for a reply.

  I just pushed pass her and another reporter pulled up on my left. He was a tall white guy with dark brown hair. “Miss Beauvois, what do you have to say about the charges that your boyfriend Rah Lyrics is facing? Do you…”

  I pushed the door of the precinct open and rushed to the front desk. A few hours later my baby was released and my father had pulled some strings to get rid of the paparazzi and reporters so that we could leave with no problems. A statement had been released and the media were satisfied.

  When we got in the car I was ready to find out what the hell was going on. Without even asking Raheem started talking. I was surprised as hell at what he revealed to me.