Page 83 of Still Made For You

When you’re young, you don’t think about the consequences of your actions because in your mind, you have all the time in the world to make mistakes. That’s not true though. All it takes is one fuck up to end your life or ruin it forever. Freedom was lucky that night, because God truly had his hand over him. I hated that he had to go through something so traumatic in order for him to wake up, but God will get his message across one way or the other.

Yaya’s spoiled butt texted me to ask if I was on my way. I started to pretend like I didn’t know what she was talking about, but one thing I’ve learned about women is that you don’t play with their food. Yaya was working for her cousin until last year. When Janae opened her brow bar, she decided to add a nail station to it as well. The two of them decided to go into business together, and things have been going smoothly so far.

I still couldn’t believe that Janae and Yaya were cousins, but I loved the fact that they were so close. Keso looked out for them the way he promised, although I made it clear that he didn’t need to provide anything for Miyana or her siblings. I appreciated the fact that he wanted to be there for them.

My views concerning Janae have done a complete 360. I realized how easy it was to judge someone based on their past, and who they are. Our friendship has come a long way, although I still ragged on her from time to time. I love the bond that we were forming with one another because I knew that it would be transferred over to our children. I pray that they have the type of relationships that we have now.

Since her order was a pickup, I walked right in and out within minutes. Since I knew she’d be getting off late, I made sure to grab enough food for me and the kids. I still couldn’t believe that I had two kids. Deuce and Cherish were my entire world. I loved watching the relationship between the two of them because Deuce was an amazing big brother. Cherish was growing bigger and bigger by the day, and she was so advanced for her age.

Seeing her crawling across the floor and passing new milestones daily really gave me a sense of purpose. My children motivated me to be better and to never give up. There was once upon a time when all I loved to do was stay out late and kick it, but now I couldn’t wait to come home to snuggle under my family. I used to think that a championship ring and millions of dollars were the end goal for me, but it was them. They were the prize that I received at the end of it all.

“Hey, baby,” Yaya greeted me at the receptionist's desk. Since Janae was out on maternity leave the staff has been pulling extra duties in her absence.

“What’s up, pretty mama? How has your day been today?” I asked, kissing her lips and then placing her food on the counter. Of course, her ass reached for the bags as soon as I sat them down. Greedy ass.

“It’s been good; better now since you brought me some food. My damn stomach was touching my back while I was doing the last girl's nails. I know she heard that shit rumbling.” She told me while scooping a big spoon of rice into her mouth.

“I told you to start packing your lunch, but you’re so damn spoiled, you don’t listen.”

“It’s really not about the food, though. I can easily order my own food; I just like being able to see your face in the middle of the day. When you’re on the road, I don’t get to spend as much time with you, so when you're home, I take advantage of it as much as I can.” The love she had for me radiated in her eyes. She had it just as bad as I did, and there was no shame in it.

“You don’t have to play tricks with me, baby; if you miss me, just say that.” A smirk spread across my face. Opening my mouth for her to feed me. She obliged, adding a few pieces of meat to the spoon.

“I miss you anytime we’re not together. Why the hell did you have to come in here looking so fine, though? I almost had to pop a few bitches at the last shop because you wanted to pull up in your sweatpants. I’m just now getting to know these girls. Don’t have me out here getting active who because you want to be dressed like a slut.” I laughed at her silly ass. According to her, I was out here trying to get chosen. She might as well face the fact that her husband’s fine as hell, and there isn’t a damn thing I can do about it.

“You’re wildin’, shorty. This dick doesn’t get hard for anybody but you. They can look as long as they don’t try to touch the merchandise. Lord knows I don’t need you catching any charges from snatching bitches wigs off. You’re supposed to be turning over a new leaf anyway.” I teased her.

I’m proud to say that it’s been a couple of years since the last time she put her hands on anyone. Truthfully, her anger has gotten better between therapy and life in general. I believe it has mellowed her out. Don’t get me wrong. She had every reason to turn up the way that she did, so I never held it against her. However, I love seeing this side of her even more.

It’s my goal as her husband to make sure that she never feels threatened or insecure about anything in our relationship. She would never have to fight anyone because of me. I’d never do anything to break her heart or embarrass her. She was worth fighting for, and I would spend the rest of my days ensuring that she always felt loved and appreciated.

“When are you taking your lunch break? I’m tryna slide you some of this beef sausage in the breakroom,” I nodded to one of our favorite places. Every now and then, when it’s so slow, I’d come through and break her off with this dope dick in the middle of her work shift. She put up a good front, but she never told my ass no, so I don’t know why she liked to play so much.

“There are too many people in here. Mama and Moe are keeping the kids tonight, so we have the house to ourselves.” She informed me.

She and my mother still maintained a close-knit relationship. Whenever she needed help with the kids or a break, my momma was right there to give it to her. When Yaya became pregnant with Cherish, we were all concerned about her having postpartum, but things have been going smoothly. We made sure understood she wasn’t in this alone. I stood by her side from the beginning of her pregnancy until the very end.

We’d recently put Cherish in daycare, and she’s been doing amazing. Yaya was nervous at first, but the staff sent her hourly pictures and updates on our baby girl. Although, I travel a lot, I try my best to be as present in my family’s life as I possibly can. Deuce knew if he showed his behind, I’d call his little ass on Facetime and set him straight.

My children talked to me every single day, no matter where I was or what I was doing. Nothing or no one would ever be more important to them. We’d recently gone viral because Deuce called me in the middle of a live interview. I didn’t hesitate to stop what we were talking about to see what my son needed from me. He called to say goodnight and to recite our nightly prayers, and I didn’t hesitate to join in. I wanted to be available to them at all times. Now, of course, if I’m on the court, there was an exception. However, I made sure they knew I was never too far away and that they could access me.

“Ohh wee, that means I get to bring out the bag of tricks since I won’t have to share my bed with your worrisome son. Since Cherish was born, Deuce started back sneaking into our room. Of course, Yaya’s soft ass refused to put him out, making our sex schedule more limited than before.

As soon as he’d fall asleep, I put his tail right back into his bed though. The last thing I wanted was a bed full of children. When I come home, all I’m tryna do is slide between the sheets, ass naked, and fuck my wife’s wig off. You can’t do that with kids in the bed.

“Is she picking them up, or do I need to drop them off?” We still lived an hour away, so I needed to know before I went home and got settled.

“I was going to meet her halfway after my shift ended, but if you don’t mind, that would be great.” Yaya batted her eyelashes. She knew I hated for her to drive to Jonah Hills at nighttime.

“I’m going to call her now to see if she wants to meet me halfway. If not, I’ll drive out there. Just make sure you tie that wig down extra tight tonight because I plan on wearing that ass out. My dick has been going through a drought these last few days, so I hope you don’t plan on getting too much sleep tonight,” I warned. I’ve been missing my wife like crazy, and I fully intended to show her just how much.

“Whatever, I’ll see you when I get home. I love you, ‘Siah”

“I love you more, Yaya. Send me a couple of pics when you go on break. I’m tryna see if she missed me as much as I miss her,” I winked.

“Get out, Messiah! With your mannish ass!” She tossed a balled-up napkin at me.

“Hey, a closed mouth doesn’t get fed. I thought it was worth a shot.” I shrugged, jogging back to my car. Life was good, and I could only hope it remained this way. The good days far exceeded the bad, and while it took us a while to get to a place of peace, I wouldn’t trade our journey for anything in the world. Miyana was the missing piece I needed in this world and now we’ve created a family of our own to love and protect. I’m blessed beyond measure, and I’ll never take it for granted.

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