Serendipity [Short Story] [Completed]

Chapter ♣ 6

Promise ¥

"What's wrong?" I turned to look at Amir who had came outside the tattoo shop. He had a concerned look on his face. I wiped my tear stained face and ignored his question. He walked closer to me and held my hands in his. I knew ignoring him wasn't going to work but it was at least worth a try. I looked in the opposite direction while he stared at me, patiently waiting for me to say something.

"Promise." he said softly. I couldn't help but look at him now. I loved his gentle voice. "Yes Amir." I said sniffling. He smiled "You ready to talk now?" I shook my head no. He sighed "Well can you at least come back inside?" he asked. I really didn't want to go back inside just because of the fact of his friends being in there. Plus I didn't have anywhere else to go since Amir drove. Guess I'm stuck.

I let out a loud sigh "Fineeee." I told Amir. He chuckled "Good girl." He held onto my hand walking with me back into the tattoo shop. Ryan and Devon nosy asses looked up to see what was going on. I went straight back to the bathroom to freshen up before they drilled me with questions. I splashed some cold water onto my face and wiped it gently with some paper towels.

My eyes were slightly puffy but I didn't care right now. I walked back out and sat down on the couch I was on before. The fake lookin Nicki Minaj was still here, slick eyeing me. I rolled my eyes and pulled out my phone. Fifteen minutes later and Amir was done with that hoe's tattoo. By this time I was starving and hoping Amir would want to go get lunch or something.

"Oooo! Thanks so much I love it." the hoe smiled. She paid Amir and hugged him almost knocking him down. I swear she is doin the most right now. "No problem." Amir replied pulling away from her. She grinned "Bye guys." she said waving to Ryan and Devon like she actually knew them. Once she was out the door Ryan busted out laughing causing Amir to laugh.

"Man she was thirsty as hell. Should have seen how she was eyein you the whole time you was tattin her." Ryan laughed. Amir just smirked and I shook my head. Devon was in his own world. Amir came over to me and sat down beside me pulling me into his chest. I smiled to myself loving how he always gave me attention. He wrapped his arm around me and I felt safe.

"I'm hungry." I told him, scrolling through my phone. "What you wanna eat?" he asked. "I don't know. Surprise me." I told him. He chuckled "Aight. You gonna come or stay here?" I sat up and looked at him like he was crazy. What makes him think I would wanna stay here with these two clowns. Ryan ass flirts with me low key and Devon is just stuck on stupid.

"What I was just askin." Amir smiled. I rolled my eyes standing up. "Yes I'm coming with you." I told him. He nodded "I'll be back Ry. Probably in a hour. Hit me up if you need me." Ryan gave him a nod "Aight playa. Let's hope you'll be back in a hour." he joked. Amir laughed waving him off. We walked out of the shop and got into the car.

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"I want the seafood fest platter with a side of crab cakes. Also extra butter on the side too." I told the waitress. She nodded. "For you sir?" she smiled at Amir. I saw her eyes roaming around his body making me shake my head. "I'll get the same thing and a side of coconut shrimp." he told her. "Alright. Your food will arrive shortly." she smiled making sure to make eye contact with Amir before walking away, switching her ass.

I laughed causing Amir to look at me. "What's funny?" he asked stirring his long island ice tea. "Females." I said simply. He smirked and shrugged his shoulders. I leaned back into the booth and stared at Amir. I swear he's so sexy and he's just perfect to me. Why couldn't Aj be like him?  "What you thinkin bout over there?" Amir asked. "You." I smiled.

He blushed a little showing his dimples. "For real?" I giggled "Yes for real." I told him. He licked his lips "What about me?" he asked leaning forward and placing his elbows on the table. I cleared my throat "Just how attractive you are. I don't understand how someone as fine as you is single." I explained. He laughed "I wish I could tell you. I guess nobody had my interest until now." he smiled showing his perfect teeth.

I sighed "You know your really makin this hard for me." I told him playing with my nails. "Nah baby I'm not making it hard. It's your decision on what you wanna do. I'm trying to give you a second option." he said. He was right. But I still find it hard to choose between him and Aj. I already know the next four days are gonna be even harder to handle.

Our food came and I looked mine over to make sure everything that I asksed for was right. I don't play when it comes to my food. When I was satisfied I picked up my silverware and started eating. Me and Amir both ate quietly for awhile. I guess we both had minds full of thoughts to sort out. Ten minutes later and we were both done, leaving the plates empty.

I was so full now that I was ready to go to sleep. "Satisfied?" Amir asked. I smiled "Yes. I'm sleepy now." He laughed and shook his head. "Fat ass." he mumbled but I still heard him. I giggled "Is that a compliment?" I joked. He chuckled "Mmm... I don't know turn around and let me see." he smirked. I couldn't help but smile. I loved joking around with him. Something me and Aj never do.

"Ready to ride?" Amir asked. My mind went to the gutter for a minute making me stifle a laugh. "Mmhmm." I smiled. Amir chuckled and got up holding his hand out for me to grab. I slowly stood up and grabbed his hand before we walked out of the restaurant.

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"You gonna be aight till I come back?" Amir asked. I was laying in his bed tired and full.  He was about to  go back to the tattoo shop for a few more hours. "Yea I'll be good. I'm gonna take a nap anyway. Probably still be sleep once you get back." I told him, slipping out of my jeans. He watched intently before clearing his throat. "Aight well... Call me if you need me."

I nodded and pulled the covers over me, resting my head on the many pillows Amir had. I swear if you didn't know this was his house it looked like a females bed. No guy I've ever known has slept with this many pillows. 

Amir walked over to me and kissed my cheek before closing the door. I closed my eyes trying to get comfortable when I felt my phone vibrate beside me. I picked it up and sighed before reading the text.

From Aj
I miss u... You haven't been returning my calls or texts. Maybe I need to come back early. 2:25 p.m.

I decided to text him back just so he could see that I wasn't ignoring him. So he thinks..

To Aj
I haven't been ignoring u. Just wanna be to myself.  2:26 p.m.

From Aj
Ok... 2:27 p.m.

I put my phone down and closed my eyes.

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"Promise. Promise." I felt someone whispering into my ear. I slowly opened my eyes and looked to my side to see Amir. "What time is it?" I asked trying to adjust my eyes to the bright light in the room. "It's 5:17." Amir said. I swear I just felt like I went to sleep. I sat up and stretched while Amir slid off his t-shirt,  exposing his fit body I so badly have been wanting to see.

I bit my lip and got off the bed to use the bathroom. I did my business and brushed my teeth just because I like to feel fresh. When I walked back into the room Amir was laying back with his hands propped underneath his head. I turned off the light and walked back over to the bed, climbing in and turning to look at him. He had his eyes closed but I knew he wasn't sleep yet.

I sat there pulling my legs up to my chest and just watched his chest rise and fall. He looked so peaceful laying there. I started thinking about everything that I've been through in my life and I have to say, spending time with Amir has been the best time I've ever had. I've never met someone as gentle and caring as he is besides my parents but I don't have them anymore.

I remember asking god to give me a sign that would lead me to happiness. Maybe Amir is this sign. I look back on these last three years of my life and what have I done? Absolutely nothing.  I've spent my time basically fighting for my life because I'm with a man who likes to put his hands on me. I'm stubborn and hard headed. I never listened to my friends I did have when they told me to leave Aj.

I'm 23 years old. I'm not getting any younger. I haven't made anything of myself yet when I should have. Everyone I use to know is living their life while I'm holding back my own. I'm tired of playing mind games. Tired of being hurt. Tired of being sick and tired. I've finally made my decision and I hope it's the right one.

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