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I kept my explanation short and simple.
“Yeah, okay. Well, maybe I’ll get to meet her one day.” Honesty replied solemnly. Baby girl should have been an actor because she knew how to lay it on thick.
“We can set up an appointment for the two of you to sit down and go over the things you want for the house. My budget is pretty flexible, so as long as we both are happy, I’m cool with whatever.”
Honesty shifted in my lap, and I noticed her expression again.
“Say what’s on your mind, baby?”
“You don’t need to set up a meeting for me and your realtor. I trust you, Solomon. Besides, it’s your house, and I don’t think it's fair for me to get in the middle of your house search. I’ll be able to come through and help you decorate afterward, though; otherwise, I know you’ll probably move in with the bare minimum.”
“You already know, as long as I have a bed, a nice closet for my clothes, and my hygiene products, I don’t care about anything else. What do you mean by get in the middle? I don’t know a single woman who would let their man decide on a house for her to live in without any input. Why wouldn’t you want to be involved when you’ll be spending all of your time there?”
“W-what do you mean?” Her eyes widened as they gazed at me curiously.
“Where is the confusion? I know damn well you didn’t think I was gonna buy a house and live in it by myself. I mean, I could, but it would be pointless. When we’re not working or doing our own thing, we’re with each other every day. Yes, buying a house is a big step, but there’s no one else I’d rather do it with. I love you, Honey Bee. You’re the woman I plan to marry, and I want to experience all of life’s milestones with you.”
The tears in her eyes made me smile because her little self was always crying about something. When it came to emotions and being vulnerable, the two of us were complete opposites, but somehow we made it work.
“Why are you crying, Honey bee?” I kissed the top of her nose with my arms wrapped around her.
“I’m still trying to get used to all of this. Are you sure you want to do this with me? I don’t mind getting my own place, if you aren’t ready.”
I looked at her sideways because she clearly must have forgotten who she was dealing with.
“I’ve never been the type of person to do anything I don’t want to do. Even with that fake dating shit, I would have declined if it wasn’t for you. Hell, I would have taken my ass right back to Jah’s shop and begged for my position back. If I had any doubts about us as a couple, you would know it. I’ll never leave you in the dark where my feelings are concerned. I want you to always know how I feel and that you’re a priority to me. You can have whatever you want. ”
“Thank you, baby. I guess I just wasn’t expecting this. I know how you are about your personal space, and I don’t want you to feel crowded.”
“Honesty, please get the fuck out of my face with that bullshit. I eat your pussy and ass almost every night. What do you mean you don’t want to invade my personal space? It doesn’t get more personal than that.” I chuckled, but I needed her to understand what I meant.
“Okay, well, when you put it like that, I guess. I just don’t want you to get tired of me.” She pouted.
I pulled her into my arms while she lay on my chest. “I could never get tired of you. We’re just getting started.” I kissed all over her face, which eventually led to her being face down and ass up while I fucked her crazy. Baby didn’t even understand how bad I needed her. There was no such thing as being tired.
TWENTY-TWO
honesty graham
“Thank you again for all of your help. You have no idea how you’ve saved us.”
The father of my latest client thanked me again. His daughter was going to be attending a pageant in a couple of months and needed a dress. According to him, the previous designer gave him the runaround for months, kept asking for more money, and when he refused to give her any more money, she ghosted them.
I felt bad for the young lady, so I promised to help her. We were at the last and final fitting, and the dress turned out even better than I imagined.
“You don’t have to keep thanking me. It was a pleasure to help. This was my first time doing this type of bodice, and I love the way it came out. She’s going to look absolutely stunning.”
“And we owe it all to you. I know you don’t want me to thank you anymore, but this means a lot to us. My daughter lost her mother a couple of years ago, and she hasn’t wanted to compete since then. She lost her joy when she lost her mother, and I have been trying so hard to fill the void as best as I can.” He told me.
My heart broke for her because I couldn’t imagine what it felt like to have to navigate life without her mother. My momma and I may not always see eye to eye, but I would have been lost without her and her guidance.
“I’m sorry for your loss. I’m grateful to be a part of this journey for her. I lost my father years ago, and it took a while to heal from it. Truthfully, it’s still a hard thing to accept. You seem like you’re doing an amazing job, and the fact that you went out of your way to find a solution for her proves how much you care.”
“She’s my whole world. If she isn’t good, then neither am I. It’s awkward as hell being the only father at these competitions. The mothers give me evil glares, but I’ll do whatever to see her smile.” I giggled at the idea of a big, buff black man standing next to a bunch of pageant moms.
Antonio seemed like a great guy, and I could tell he loved his daughter. This was the third appointment, and he accompanied her to each one of them. He let her express herself and supported whatever she chose.
“Well, I’m sure she appreciates it. My father wouldn’t have been caught dead at a beauty pageant. He would have made sure I had the prettiest dress and hair in the building, but that’s about it. I think it’s really cool.”
