“Are you okay?” Sheena placed her hand on top of my shoulder as I splashed cold water on my face. “What was that back there? What changed?”
I said nothing as I looked for the small mouthwash cup that she kept under the sink. Filling it with water, I handed it to her as she eyed me in confusion. Going into my pocket, I pulled out a pill that she should’ve been familiar with.
“Take it.”
She eyed me in anger for a few seconds before she snatched the pill from me. I watched her carefully as she swallowed the Plan B. Even though we used condoms, I could never be too safe. I’d nutted in her, and I wasn’t risking my livelihood over the possibility of the condom failing.
“Open your mouth.”
For a second, I could see the objection flash in her eyes. I didn’t know what she saw in mine, but she complied immediately after. Opening her mouth, she lifted her tongue and showed the inside of her cheeks, letting me know she had swallowed the pill.
“I hate when you treat me like this.” I could hear the whimper in her voice, and I knew the waterworks were coming soon. “It’s like as soon as you come…”
“It’s time for me to go.” I walked back into her living room to grab my phone and keys. “Come lock your door.”
“I’m sick of this shit, JJ! I’m fucking done!” she shouted at my back as I made my way to her door. It was almost three in the morning, and if she wanted to wake her neighbors with bullshit, that was on her. “Did you hear me?”
“The entire building heard you, love.” I crossed over the threshold. As I knew, some of the residents were peeking theirheads in the hallway to see what was going on. “See you at work, Sheena.”
With my hands in my pockets, I drifted into deep thought as I left her building. Blossom had been on my mind since I saw her at the café, but finding out she was attached to a man I was looking to kill had awakened something inside of me. I couldn’t describe what I was feeling, but it was as if an electrical current was running through me, embedding itself in my bloodstream. This shit was unsettling because I felt as if control was slipping away from me. If that were the case, it wouldn’t end well for any of the parties involved.
Today I decided to utilize my off day and be on bullshit. Since Jamir told me all about Blossom Reid and where she worked, I decided to stop by her job and pay her a little visit.
“Good morning and—damn, you’re fine!” the receptionist greeted me once I entered Grove Luxury Realty. “If you’re looking for a house, I’ll bemorethan happy to let you live with me.”
Stuffing my hands in my slacks, I chuckled as I walked through the lobby of the realtor’s office. The place was nice and gave new visitors a sense of home. I expected nothing less from someone of Blossom’s status. From what I read and gathered from Jamir, she was the top realtor in the area.
“Good morning, love. I don’t have an appointment, but I wanted to see if I can speak with Miss Reid about doing a few showings.” I walked over toward the counter with her following my every move. “I was hoping that since it was close to lunch, I could take her out and discuss it.”
“Who are you?” She squinted as she eyed me. “You come in here looking like Blade dressed in all black, talking about wanting to take my best friend to lunch. If you’re on some funny shit, she has a man. He’s a bitch but?—”
“I don’t give a fuck about that nigga.” I cut her off as I placed my elbows on the counter. “Tell Bloss Baby to come out here and holla at me. If she asks who’s asking for her, tell her Daddy.”
Eyes wide with shock, she jumped from her seat and all but ran down the hallway to find her friend. Giving myself a tour of the place, I walked from wall to wall, reading all of her accolades and clients’ testimonials. From helping single mothers to multimillion-dollar corporations, they praised her knowledge and professionalism. As I continued to browse, a chill passed through me. Despite hearing the click of heels against the tiled floor, I knew she was near.
“Hello?” I heard her silky tone ask behind me. “I was told you wanted to speak with me about a house?”
“Amongst other things.” I grinned as I turned to face her. Upon realization, her eyes ballooned from shock. “What’s up, Bloss Baby?”
“JJ?” she asked, her voice now breathy. “What are you doing here?”
“JJ?” her friend asked as she looked between the two of us. “I know this ain’t the fine-ass man you’ve been second-guessing about getting to know?” She pushed past a seemingly embarrassed Blossom, extending her hand to me. “It’s nice to put the few details I gathered with a face. I’m Stacy—her receptionist, assistant, best friend, and sister. Nice to meet you.”
“Likewise.” I chuckled lazily, shaking her hand.
Giving my attention to Blossom, I couldn’t help but admire how she looked. Like me, she was dressed in all black. The form-fitting maxi dress stopped at her ankles, and she looked damn good wearing it. Her hair was in those tight-ass curls that I liked,and her lips were glossed to perfection. Licking my own, I willed my dick to calm down.
“How you doing today, baby? Can I speak to you for a moment in your office?” I asked, attempting to let her lead this interaction so my ass didn’t get put out.
Nodding curtly, she turned on her heels and gestured for me to follow her down the hallway. My eyes zoomed in on her petite ass, and I could think of a million nasty-ass things I wanted to do to it.
“JJ!” She snapped her fingers at me. I hadn’t realized she’d caught me staring. “What are you doing?”
“Mapping out all the ways I can make you scream.” My eyes scanned her body as she closed us into her office. “Tell me, Bloss Baby… Has a man ever eaten you from behind and let you cream all over his face and tongue? I bet you taste better than the sweetest honey.”
Leaning against the door, she panted as she gripped the sleek door handle for dear life. She looked good, her body language conveying want and fear. Taking a chance, I took a step toward her, gripping her neck in the process.
“You know… When you’re turned on, your lips do the cutest little pout.” I traced her bottom lip with my thumb. “I wonder how they would look with me buried inside of you.”
