I stared at myself in the mirror and smirked. “Damn, girl. You look good.”
I had on a long red dress that fit me nicely. I wasn’t really a makeup person, but for this occasion, I put a little on. I tried matching the color of my skin with the makeup, and surprisingly, it worked. My nutmeg complexion popped. The high-heeled shoes I wore had me ready to take them off. I wasn’t a big fan of them, and to wear them now, who the hell was I trying to impress? I curled my wig and let it hang down my back.
After I took two pictures of myself, I sent them to Nash. I grabbed my cross-body purse and placed my phone inside before I headed out of my bedroom. I removed my long jacket from the coat rack and put it on. This December weather wasn’t playing around this year.
“See you later, Pinks!” I called out.
I made it to my car and got in. Gosh, I hoped I wouldn’t be late to the party. When I wanted to look my best, I dressed kinda slow. Mariah Carey’s song “Always Be My Baby” played through the car. I sang it at the top of my lungs along with her, knowing I didn’t know how to sing. Nobody heard it but me, so I was good.
I pulled into the parking lot of the community center and was surprised. Not many people were here, so it was a good thing I was early. They’d probably roll in a little later. Not wasting any time, I exited my car and locked the door behind me. I had to hurry and get inside because it was cold outside.
I sighed with relief as the warmth of the place wrapped around me. Soft music played in the background as I entered the room where the party was being held. I observed the place,seeing if I saw anyone I knew. My eyes widened when I saw Farrah and Jace.What the hell are they doing here?I then saw Dalesha, Talesha, and Am’Marie huddled in the corner. I’d be talking to Farrah first before I go speak to them. She had some explaining to do.
Farrah turned and saw me, pasting a smile on her face. “Hey, hun!” She gave me a hug, which I returned.
“Hey, sis! Hey, Jace! What are you doing here?”
She beamed. “I know the person who is hosting this event.”
I frowned, looking around, hoping to get a glimpse of the person.
“Is the person here?”
She shrugged. “I’m not sure. When they come around, I’ll be sure to introduce you.”
I nodded. “Okay. I’ll be back. Nash’s sisters are here with their family friend, so let me go speak to them too.”
Farrah nodded. “Okay. Make sure you come back.”
I strode away from her and headed to speak with the twins and Am’Marie. Since we had that talk in Nash’s kitchen, Am’Marie and I occasionally talked too. I got to meet her son, and he was such an adorable baby.
“Sis, you made it!” Dalesha gave me a hug, and the rest of them followed.
“Yes. I told you I’d be here.”
Although I was happy to be here, I wished Nash were by my side too. I hated going to functions without my man by my side. I also missed the hell out of him.
Talesha sighed. “I’m glad you decided to show up. I know you wish you had your sidekick with you. Ever since y’all got together, you two were glued at the hip.”
I chuckled. “Yes. I know he has something important to do. That’s why I’m not too down about it.”
I could admit I enjoyed myself. I even introduced Farrah to Nash’s sisters and Am’Marie. Hopefully, this party will wrap up soon. I was ready to go home to my man. I was in the corner, nursing a drink, when everyone got loud from a commotion that had me standing up. My eyes nearly bucked out of my head when I saw Nash making his way around the room. He greeted everyone.
My man looked good as hell in a red and black suit. He had gotten a haircut too. Well, damn, he looked good enough to eat. He halted when his eyes locked with mine. I gulped when I saw the longing in his eyes as he devoured me with them.
Nash came toward me, walking as if he had a purpose. I met him halfway, wanting to be near him. He cupped my face in his hands, lowered his head, and kissed me in front of everyone.
“Damn, I missed the hell out of you,” he professed when he pulled his lips from mine.
I smiled brightly. “I missed you too. It’s a good thing you showed up. If you hadn’t, I was about to leave. I couldn’t be here alone without you by my side.”
He smirked. “That’s good to know.”
“Have you seen the person who’s throwing this event? You know I like to know everything.”
He laughed. “Yeah, I know. And yeah, I’ve seen him.” He smirked.
I arched an eyebrow. “Oh, yeah? It’s a him?”
