by Tina J
“I told you not to shower.” He wrapped it tightly around his hand.
“Kerron please. I...”
WHAP! The cord went across my legs.
“AHHHHH.” I screamed out because being hit while wet, hurts a hell of a lot more.
“What’s funny is you should know by now, when you’re not next to me, I wake up.”
WHAP! He hit me again, this time across my back.
“Please stop.” I cried and found myself jumping up and down like a kid as he continued.
When he finished, I had whelps across my body, and some were bleeding. I laid on the bathroom floor and prayed God would take me away.
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“I see you found the center.” I heard when my head lifted out the water.
It’s been a month since I’ve crossed paths with this handsome man. I mean he was beyond gorgeous and I wished he didn’t have a woman because I’d love to try him out. What am I saying? Kerron would kill me for sure.
“Yea. It’s peaceful.” I walked to the edge and grabbed the towel to wrap around me. I noticed his eyes roaming my body and became embarrassed.
“You good.” He licked his lips.
“What are you doing here this late? Don’t you have a woman to go home to?” It was after eight and the center closed at 9:30. I figured coming here would be a great way to shower in case Kerron on his other shit.
“She’s working late, and my manager is out sick. I had to close if that’s ok with you?” He smiled and started picking up left over towels and trash people left behind. You would think in a grown-up pool people would be cleaner.
“Well I’m done. I’ll be outta here shortly.” He nodded and finished going on about his business. I stood there staring and wondering if he’s happy.
“Something wrong?” He asked and I jumped.
“No. I... I’m leaving.” I ran in the locker room and stayed in the hot shower for a good ten minutes. Once I was dressed and came out, he was waiting by the door with his things. I guess since no one else is here, he’s closing early.
“I apologize for making you wait.”
“Stop apologizing Sade.” I walked in front of him and turned around. Our faces were so close, if I stuck my tongue out, it would go in his mouth.
“Speak.” He said and I rushed out the door.
“It’s never good to be close in someone’s face and not speak.” He walked over saying after locking the door. I had just placed my bag in the back seat.
“What happened here?” He pointed to the mark on top of my shoulder. The spaghetti strap tank top left me wide open for questions.
“Nothing. It happened years ago.”
“Oh yea. It looks recent but whatever you say.” I opened my car door.
“Can I ask you a question?” He put his things in his car.
“What up?”
“Ummm... I... ugh...”
“Just say it.”
“I have this friend who’s going through things with her man.”
“What kinda things?” He had his arms folded. I had to bite down on my lip as the print showed through his shorts. He chuckled but didn’t say anything.
“He won’t let her leave and she tried to get police involved. They’re not listening, and the abuse is getting worse.”
“Hmph.” He walked over to me after grabbing something out his car.
“This card has my lawyers phone number on it. Any case with cops is what he loves to deal with it. He says it makes his dick hard.” I started laughing.
“I’m serious. He’s tired of cops getting away with things civilians can’t.” I put my head down and lifted it.
“I don’t know the situation but if its a cop you’re friends with going through it, he’ll take it.” He handed me the card and lifted my face to look at him.
“Tell your friend her only survival is to leave.”
“She tried but...”
“I’m sure it’s not easy and the person is watching but trust me when I say, call my lawyer.”
“It’s not for me.” He lifted my arm and pointed to a mark on my leg.
“I beg to differ.” He walked away backwards.
“It’s only gonna get worse.” He hit me with the peace sign and pulled off. I saved the number in my phone, ripped up the card and tossed it out the window. If Kerron new anything about a lawyer, I have no doubt in my mind he’d kill me.
Kerron
“Hey pops. What you doing here?” I asked walking in my office after leaving a meeting.
“I can’t visit my son?” He picked up a glass and poured himself a drink. I can’t even tell you where the liquor came from because it sure ain’t from here.
“I’m not saying that at all. I haven’t seen you or mom since I was transferred here. You’ve both been busy.” I put the folder on my desk and loosened the tie on my shirt. I placed the jacket on the chair and took a seat.
“Mr. Oxford, you have... I’m sorry. I wasn’t aware you had company. My apologizes.” My secretary Monique said.
This woman was gorgeous, and her ass was fat as fuck. She arrived to work on time, always dressed nice and smelled good as hell. The two of us flirted a lot but she knew like everyone else that Sade was my woman. It’s not like it was a secret but what does me having a woman have to do with the two of us fucking? All women love competition so why is Monique giving me a hard time? She already showed me her pussy and played with herself a few times in here, so what she waiting for?
“It’s ok. What you need?” I asked and she handed over another folder.
Some guy started opening up businesses all over and they assume it’s with drug money. Politicians always talking about investing in the community and bringing more jobs but when a black man does it, they wanna investigate. I have no idea who this guy is and as far as I’ve seen thus far, he doesn’t have drug ties to anyone.
“Sorry for interrupting.” She smiled and walked out with both me and my father staring.
“You fuck her yet?” My father asked laughing.
“She’s giving me a hard time because of Sade.” He nodded.
“That’s what I’m here for.” He took a sip and placed his cup on the desk.
“What now?” I leaned back in my chair.
“You need to get rid of Sade.”
“Can’t do it.” I turned my computer on.
“Why the fuck not?”
“Believe it or not, I do love her.” He gave me the yea right look.
“Plus, I have total control over her. Whatever I say, she does.” He leaned over and placed his elbows on his knees.
“Son, that’s not a way to be.” He stood.
“I know you’ve witnessed a lot between your mother and I, but your mother was a lot stronger. I’m not saying she deserved any of it but she didn’t snitch. Sade has gone to internal affairs, lawyers and your boss. Now you’re here and eventually she’s gonna search for help again. Trust me when I say, there’s one lawyer out here who won’t give a fuck about me being a judge and arrest you. I don’t need them finding out shit.” My father dealt with bribery and corruption within his term so I understood.
“Sade ain’t gonna say anything.” My father snatched me up out my seat.
“This is not up for negotiation. Leave the fucking girl alone.” He tossed me to the side, grabbed his things and went to the door.
“Whatever chick you decide to deal with after her, make sure she ain’t no snitch. It seems like your hand problem is outta control and unstoppable.” He swung the door opened and walked out. I waved my hand when he walked out. Sade ain’t doing shit.
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“Hello.” Some woman spoke in the line at the grocery store. I turned and she was on the phone. I couldn’t help but admire her coca cola figure. She noticed me staring and smiled.
“And hello to you too.” She said after hanging up. I moved up in the line.
“I didn’t mean to stare but you’re fucking gorgeous.” She b
lushed and placed her few items on the conveyor belt.
“You’re very handsome as well. Are you from here? I’ve never seen you.”
“Actually, I lived here years ago and moved to a different area due to my job.” I handed the cashier my money.
“Ok. Well maybe we can do lunch or something.” The cashier gave me my receipt.
“I’d like that. Matter of fact, I’m not busy tonight. You wanna do dinner?” I asked to see of she’d take the bait.
“Umm sure. Why not? You only live once.” She paid for her non freezer items and walked out the store with me. I walked her to her car and told her to follow me to this restaurant on the river I’ve taken Monique too. She hasn’t given me the pussy yet but I’m sure after a few more dinners, she will.
We parked side by side at the place and walked in together. The waitress sat us by the window and once the wine came, I asked about her life and so forth. Nothing she said really interest me and she seemed boring and demented. She was going on about some guy she dated and how he became mad at her for wanting to try new things.
By the time she finished talking, I was tired, and ready to go home. Imagine my surprise when she offered up pussy. At first, I thought the bitch was crazy and full of shit. That’s until she invited me to her house. It was in the hood and before getting out, I made sure my weapon was on me.
“We have to be quiet. My mother lives with me and she sleeps light.”
“Say what?” I felt like a damn high school kid sneaking in some girls’ house.
“My room is in the back. Once I turn on some music, she’ll never know.” I shook my head and followed behind her.
“Let me lock the door.” I sat on the chair next to the bed and watched as she undressed. Even outta her clothes, she was beautiful.
“Now. Tell me about yourself.” She got on her knees and undid my belt as I started explaining my job.
“Mmmm. You doing real good.” Her head bobbed up and down and spit dropped from her mouth.
“Cum for me Kerron.” Once she said those words, I gave her all I had.
“Your turn.” I busted out laughing when she attempted to put her pussy in my face. The only person I’ll go down on is Sade and that’s because I know she’s not sleeping with anyone else.
“You bugging. Turn the fuck over.” I grabbed the condom out my pocket and fucked the shit outta her. She started turning me off with all the screaming.
“Yo, shut up before your mother comes in.” I pulled the condom off and came all over her back.
“Thanks.” I started putting my clothes back on and asked where the bathroom was. I may cheat on my girl, but I’ll still wash before going home.
“It’s in there.” She pointed to the small one in her room. I flushed it and went back to where she was.
“I’ll call you Robin.” She waved and asked me to turn the light off on my way out. Who knew women still fucked the same night they met people?
On the way home, I called Sade and asked if she were hungry. She asked me to stop by the same soul food spot we ate at before. The shit was good as hell, even though I didn’t finish it because we started fucking.
I parked at the spot, ordered my food and sat in one of the chairs. I noticed some woman step in with a guy and paid them no mind until they started arguing about not spending time together. This man seemed to be in love with this Gina chick, but her responses were saying a different story. When the guy called my number, I paid for my food and left.
“Sade, come eat.” I barked and tossed my keys on the table.
“Thanks. I was...” She stopped mid-sentence.
“What?”
“Nothing.” She opened the tray of food and grabbed the fork.
“You know I hate that. Never start a sentence and stop in the middle. Say what you were about to say.”
“It’s nothing Kerron. Your business is your business.”
“This is true but now I wanna know.” I took my shirt off and stood in front of her.
“Never mind.”
“SAY IT GOT DAMMIT!” I shouted making her jump. Tears instantly fell from her eyes.
“You have two hickeys on your neck.”
“And?”
“And nothing. I didn’t know if you were aware. That’s all.”
“That’s all huh. Well how about this?” I removed my pants and boxers.
“How about you sniff my dick and see if you smell her pussy on me.”
“Kerron, I don’t wanna fight with you.”
“I can’t tell. You questioning me about who I’m fucking. You know what?” I grabbed her from behind.
“I did just fuck a bitch and since you like questioning me, I want you to tell me how she tastes.”
“Let go Kerron.” She tried to pry my hands off her waist. I swung her around, pushed her down to her knees and made her give me head.
“How she taste?” I asked staring down at her. I refused to put my mouth on Robin but she doesn’t know that.
“Good Kerron.”
“She was good in bed too. Maybe I’ll invite her over to join us one day.” I pumped harder in her mouth.
“Make me cum Sade or we’ll be here all night.” She cried and made it extra sloppy. I released in no time. I lifted her face.
“Hurry up and eat. I’m tired and you need to be next to me.” I pushed her back and went to shower. I bet her ass won’t question me again.
Nyana
“Girl we about to turn up at my party.” I told my friend Elizabeth. We called her Lizzie for short. She and I have been tight for the last two years.
She’s about the same complexion, we both have nice bodies and our hair has always been the same color; which is a dark burgundy. From behind, people mistake us for the other more often then we care to share. I hated it sometimes because Lizzie had a mouth on her and some of the chicks she’d be beefing with, would try and run up on me.
“Hell yea. I got my outfit and...” I was in the middle of my sentence when some guy stood in front of us with a snarl on his face. Besides the facial expression, he was handsome, and you could tell he’s about his business.
See, Lizzie and I both worked at the deli in Wawa and people loved the sandwiches. The bread is very soft and being you use the computer to build your own, it always came out perfect; says the customers.
Anyway, we watched as he typed in what he wanted, and I couldn’t help but notice his clothes. He wore Prada everything, he had two phones and his quiet demeanor seemed relaxing but somehow, I can tell he’s a force to be reckoned with.
When the order popped on the screen neither of us moved because we were both staring.
“Excuse me but are either of you gonna make my brother’s sandwich?” We turned and saw my gay best friend Rodney and my hairdresser. He’s one of the more flamboyant ones out here and all of us loved him.
He’s always the life of the party too. Him and Lizzie didn’t care for one another and to be honest, I didn’t really care or knew why. The bickering between them got on my nerves though.
I’ve never met his brother because they lived in the rich area and I never wanted to go over there. Plus, Rodney said he was always on the go anyway. Shit, I wish he would’ve introduced us though because he fine as hell.
His mom was very snooty and judged anyone who didn’t have their kind of money. I learned that over the phone from the way she spoke in the background. But him and I were two peas in a pod when together.
I cleared my throat when his brother looked up and started to make his food. I guess he was telling us to get to work.
“I can’t take you nowhere. These chicks be acting like they’ve never seen a man before.” The guy shook his head and remained quiet.
“Whatever Rodney.” I waved him off laughing. He was being smart and I knew it.
“Anyway, Ny, I’ll be at the party and I better have a spot in VIP. Ain’t nobody got time for people to be standing in front of me or stepping on my shoes.” Lizzie sucked her teeth a
nd the guy looked up and stared at her. Dude didn’t have to say a word because his expression spoke volumes. Rodney stood there with his arms folded and a grin on his face. The guy moved around the counter and Lizzie didn’t budge. Did they know one another?
“Here’s your sandwich.” I jumped in front of her. The guy didn’t speak a word and backed away staring.
“Don’t hold your tongue now Lizzie.” Rodney was taunting her.
“Have a good day sir. Come again.” I stayed put until he was at the register. Rodney took my arm in his and walked me over by the soda machine.
“I don’t know what she did to my brother but the look he gave her is not good.”
“What are you saying?” I turned to see his brother walking out the store.
“Honey, I’ve only seen him give that look when he’s about to send someone for them.”
“WHAT?” I glanced over at Lizzie who was helping the next customer.
“I told you a long time ago the bitch ain’t loyal Ny.” I rolled my eyes.
“I also know you’re the type who needs to see things for herself.” He started heading for the door.
“Why don’t you like her?” He laughed.
“You mean to tell me she hasn’t told you?”
“Actually no.” I started walking with him to the door.
“Let’s just say, her thug ass brother has a little sugar in his tank.” I covered my mouth.
“Yup and one day she busted in his room and saw him fucking the shit outta me.”
“No way.”
“Yes way. The bitch got so upset she told everybody I had AIDS and some other shit.” I shook my head because Lizzie does have a mouth on her.
“When did this happen?”
“Three years ago. Right before you two became tight.” Rodney and I have been besties for six years now so I’m a little surprised he never mentioned it.
BEEP BEEP! We looked and his brother was staring at us.
“Why didn’t you tell me? I would’ve never had us hanging out together. You know I’m not like that.”
“Girl please. I get a kick outta being around her.” I shook my head.