Page 38 of His Four Leaf Clover

“Thanks, Trudy. I’ve been fine. How about you?”

Clover was shocked when the older woman walked over and embraced her. They weren’t even on it like that so it was unexpected. When she pulled away, she realized that Trudy wasn’t alone. She was with two younger women who favored her a lot. Clover knew that she had two older daughters but she had never met them before.

“I’ve been great. These are my two oldest girls. I know you’ve never seen them before so now you can put a name with a face.”

Clover spoke politely before introducing Iva to everyone. She never knew Trent’s sisters’ names and she really didn’t care to know.

“I know this isn’t the best time but I was wondering if I could speak with you for a moment. On a personal matter, nothing business related.”

“Sure. What’s up? We can step away if you need to.” Trudy was all smiles.

“If you’re okay with your daughters being here, it’s fine by me.”

“Okay. What’s this all about?”

“Trent,” Clover replied, wiping the smile off of the older woman’s face. Her daughters shifted uncomfortably while giving each other a knowing look.

“What about Trenton?” Trudy’s voice had changed and her tone was no longer pleasant.

“He’s been following me and I’m trying to handle the situation like an adult. It’s just mad weird and makes me uncomfortable. I don’t want to get my husband involved if I don’t have to.”

“Meaning what? Is that a threat?” Trudy seemed to have taken offense to what she’d just said as if she cared.

“It means just what I said. Either that or I’m going get some paperwork on his ass.” Clover matched the attitude that she was being given.

“Under what grounds? Did he ever threaten you in any way? Do you have any police reports or evidence of harassment? You’re his ex-girlfriend. Maybe y’all just so happen to be in the same places at the same time. Sounds more like a coincidence than anything else.”

Trudy had unknowingly just proved the point that she was trying to make to Iva. She had no proof, only assumptions. Clover was kinda taken aback by her sudden change in demeanor though. Trudy was always sweet and professional. Her true colors really started to show when her son was involved.

“I was never your son’s girlfriend. Whatever we had wasn’t even that serious for him to be acting like he can’t walk away from it. And, yeah, I do have proof of his stalking ass showing up to my daycare at five in the morning to drop off flowers. I also have text messages asking him not to show up to my place of business that he obviously ignored.” She knew that wasn’t enough but it was better than nothing.

“Is that all?” Trudy laughed sarcastically. “No judge in his right mind would even entertain you in his courtroom.”

“Well, I guess we’ll see.”

“Yes, we will. Just know that I’m gonna protect my son at all cost.”

“And I’m gonna protect me.” Clover tapped on her Gucci hobo bag, letting her know that she was strapped.

“Maybe we need some protection from you with all these threats that you keep issuing.” Trudy walked up on her like she was about to swing.

“Mom, no, we’re out in public. This is ridiculous.” Trudy’s oldest daughter grabbed her arm and pulled her back.

“Your daughter is trying to get you to do something safe. You better listen.” Clover cracked her knuckles, issuing a silent warning.

“Come on, let’s go.” Trudy’s daughter pulled her away and her sister followed.

Usually, they would be the first ones to defend their mother but she needed a reality check. Their little brother wasn’t normal, and she refused to see it for what it really was. It was sad that their kids were afraid of their own uncle but they understood why. Growing up in the house with Trent was pure hell and they were thankful for their father. He kept Trent in line because their mother seemed just as scared of him as they were. They couldn’t even have a family pet because of him.

“See, having Kardi got me outchea being soft and giving these hoes too many passes. They seem to want the old Clover back and she’s here. The gloves are off and it’s up with everybody. Old hoes can get it too.”

“Say less, bestie. It’s been a minute since I dragged a bitch but I’m ready to get dirty again,” Iva replied as they got into Clover’s truck and sped away.

Trudy sung and danced around her kitchen happily as she put the finishing touches on her food. Sundays used to be family dinner day but that had changed a while ago. Most times, they would go to one of their daughter’s houses for dinner and to spend time with their grandkids. Both her daughters seemed to be in their feelings since her little run-in with Clover the week before.

They were pissed that she was once again blaming someone else and not seeing her son for what he really was. They ended up arguing and didn’t even get a chance to eat. Neither them invited her over for Sunday dinner, so she decided to make her own. Her feelings were hurt but she had to respect their minds. It wasn’t the first time and they would come around eventually.

“Hey, baby. You’re right on time. Wash your hands so I can fix you some of this lasagna and salad that I just made,” Trudy said when her husband walked into the kitchen. She didn’t even hear when he came in since she had her music on. She turned to look at her husband and instantly knew that something was wrong.