Page 42 of His To Obey

“Anyway man. What’s up?”

“Okay baby boy, I will leave you alone. I was just calling to see how the training was going. Is it good to announce her as partner when we come back from the sabbatical in two weeks?”

“Yea, she has this shit in the bag ma. I never doubted her for a second. She was out here finding stuff even my team didn’t see. She will be great there.” I was excited for Blythe, but my tone didn’t reflect it. I was low key in my feelings about her ghosting me like this.

“She was out there? I thought she was staying til Monday.”

“She was, not sure what happened.” I ran my hand down my face.

“Okay baby boy. Well, we still need you here and the way you are looking, looks like things may not be okay with you two. I won’t pry just make sure it doesn’t affect the business. All these years without a peep about workplace drama. Except that slutty girl Tamisha. Lord that was a damn mess.” She rubbed her temple. “Let’s keep it that way.”

“Not at all momma. I got this. But let me go. Somebody is at my door. I will call y’all later.”

“Love you son.”

“Love you boy.” They said at the same time.

“Love y’all too.” I ended the call and walked to my door. I was far from in the mood for company but part of me was hoping it was Blythe coming back. Maybe she was planning to serve me breakfast and ass in bed. Pulling the door open without looking my semi smile turned to a frown at London standing on the other side.

“Hi.” She spoke wringing her hands in front of her nervously.

“Sup.” I responded nonchalantly.

“Can we talk?” Exhaling I moved back and let her in.

“Alright Brody, Ima hit you when I touch down.” I spoke to Jah through the screen. He was laid up with Autumn and it lowkey had me jealous. I wanted to ask where her best friend was, but I chose to not even acknowledge her.

“Damn cheer up. Oh, you got it bad ass nigga.”

“Man fuck you. You just as bad as mom and pops. I am good.”

“Yea alright.”

“You one to talk.”

“Shit, you know.” He laughed and then kissed the top of Autumn’s head.

“Can’t stand yo ass but alright love you bro.”

“Love you too.” I ended the call and got comfortable in my seat to prepare for my flight.

Two long ass weeks had passed. Not once had I talked to Blythe. I know she was coo because a few times I heard her on the phone with Anastacia making plans to hang out some time. I wanted to snatch the phone and cuss her ass out but if shorty wasn’t gonna call me and at least say fuck you, nigga, then I wasn’t gonna worry about it.

I did find myself spending more time with London, but that was because I knew I would be moving soon and I needed to cut ties with her. She asked about Blythe a few times, but I didn’t have shit to say about it. For one it wasn’t her business and for two I didn’t know what it was between us. I was too old for the games so fuck it. I smashed London a couple times but my mans wasn’t the least bit interested ever since I had B’s tight gushy shit.

Damn, I swear her ass stay on my mind. If she doesn’t have an explanation for why she ghosted me, I’m not sure how we would be in the same office together. Seeing her walking around in her tight ass dresses and heels sculpting them damn legs. Shit smelling her perfume and seeing her pretty ass smile. It would be hard as fuck.

Once I landed, I went straight to my new spot to unpack and rest. tomorrow was Monday and the first day back in the office. I needed to mentally be prepared when we introduce Blythe as the new partner. I just pray she has a good reason for leaving me without even fifty dollars on the nightstand like a cheap prostitute.

The next morning, I was at the office bright and early. I know I will miss my home but being here felt comfortable. Maybe because a lot of my summers when I was in college were spent here. Whatever it was I know the transition wouldn’t be so bad.

“Good morning. Welcome back son. I was just getting ready to grab Blythe for our meeting. Care to join me?” My momma smoothed down the lapel of my suit jacket and palmed my cheek gently.

“Morning momma. Yea. Let’s hit it.” I smiled down at her and placed a kiss to her forehead. We made our way into the conference room and took a seat. My mom had her phone in hand typing on the screen. I used that time to exhale a few times to calm my nerves. This would be the first time I have seen Blythe since our many rounds in my crib and then her ass leaving like batman in the middle of the night.

Soft knocks sounded at the conference room door. And then she made her way in. I had to clear my throat to distract my mind. She looked good as hell. I have seen her a million times in the last couple months but today she was gorgeous. Damn near glowing. She also didn’t have on her signature black. The green knee length dress she was wearing was hands down my new favorite color on her.

“Good morning, Mrs. McCallum and Pharaoh. Your assistant said you wanted to see me?” She sounded nervous.