~ Michael Stevenson
"Baby, you gotta take your pills."
Kaelynn: Noooo, I don't feel like getting up.
"Kaelynn, stop being a baby."
Kaelynn: But you just called me baby!
"I didn't mean it like that. You really need to take these before you go back to sleep."
Kaelynn: Noooo..
"You want our child to be unhealthy?"
Kaelynn: Michael...
"Do you want our child to be unhealthy?"
I watched as she sat up in the bed and shot me a death glare.
Kaelynn: Shut up Michael. Why can't you let me sleep?
"Because you need to take your vitamin pills."
Kaelynn: Where are they?
I opened my hand to reveal the two pills.
She got her bottle of water off the dresser beside the bed and opened it.
"Thank you?"
She snatched the pills out my hand.
Kaelynn: Thanks.
"That's all you had to do baby."
Kaelynn: Leave me alone. I just wanna sleep.
"2 months pregnant and all you wanna do is sleep?"
Kaelynn: Yes. You got me pregnant. Let me sleep.
I laughed.
"Ain't nobody get you pregnant on purpose if that's what you think."
Kaelynn: I slick think you did it on purpose.
"I didn't do it on purpose."
Kaelynn: Yes you did.
"So what, you don't want to have the baby?"
Kaelynn: Michael, you know I'm not about to have an abortion.
"But do you want the baby?"
Kaelynn: Yes Mikey.
"Alright then."
She popped both pills into her mouth and swallowed them down with water.
Kaelynn: Can I go to sleep?
"Yes bae."
Kaelynn: Thank you!
She got back under the cover and I left the room going downstairs to watch tv in peace. When I got down there, it was a few knocks at my door.
"Hold up!"
I walked to the door and opened it. It was Trell and his lady Heather.
"Wassup ya'll?"
Trell: What's good nigga?
I moved to the side to let them in, giving Trell a hug first then Heather. I closed the door behind them and walked to the tv room.
Heather: Where's Kaelynn?
"She is upstairs. Sleep."
Heather: She stay sleep.
"I guess that's apart of pregnancy."
No one knew about Kaelynn's pregnancy but Trell, Heather, and Teyana. I hadn't told my mom yet and neither had Kaelynn told her family.
We thought it would be best to wait a little while.
Heather walked upstairs and I began to have a conversation with Trell.
Trell: How yo lil' man doing fam?
"He straight. He'll be back over here soon."
Trell: That's what's up. You ain't wait no time to have another one!
"Aw dawg, I know. I knew it was coming sooner or later."
Trell: How old is Mikell?
"7 months."
He laughed causing me to do the same.
Trell: No time at all my nigga.
"I guess not."
Trell: How lil' mama taking the pregnancy?
"I don't think she all that happy."
Trell: Why you say that?
"She don't want to tell her fam."
Trell: They gone find out sooner or later.
"Exactly. So, I don't know why she tripping. And she sleep all damn day!"
Trell: Damnnnn!
"When she woke, she complaining or she hungry. Other than that, she sleep... Unless she going to work."
Trell: She'll get better when she progress in the pregnancy.
"I sure hope so."
Trell: How the rap life treating you?
"Good man. My fans treating me right and everything. Making hella money."
Trell: So you forgot 'bout the trap life?
"Never that. I love my niggas, I still go down there every once in a while my nigga. I ain't forget where I came from."
Trell: That's what niggas down there seem to think.
"I don't know why. Cause I be down there if I ain't at the studio or at home taking care of Kaelynn. They need to chill, cause I got a life."
Heather: Mikeyyy!
I turned around to see Heather on the staircase.
"Yeah?"
Heather: Kaelynn said to tell you she bouta get ready for work.
"Tell her, okay."
I turned back around to Trell.
"Swear she so independent."
Trell: Ain't nothing wrong with that though my nigga!
"She pregnant you dumbass!"
Trell: Can't they work 'til like 6 or 7 months?
"I don't want her working period."
Trell: Why nigga? Don't kill lil' mama pride!
"I got money!"
Trell: And? Nigga she want her own money! Just like Heather with her Sorella Boutique!
"That's different nigga!"
Trell: How?
"Heather ain't pregnant!"
Trell: She could be!
"But I know she not! Kaelynn is pregnant nigga!"
Kaelynn: Nigga, stop talking 'bout me.
Kaelynn hit me on top of my head before sitting in my lap. She had on her work uniform and her car keys in her hand.
Kaelynn: Hey Trell!
Trell: Hey Kae!
Kaelynn: Why ya'll niggas discussing me and Heather? Yeah, we work hard!
Heather: Ain't that's right though!
Kaelynn: Hell yeah! What if something happen to ya'll? The fuck we going to do?
Trell: Why you think like that anyways?
Heather: Have to.
"Well, ain't shit happening to us, alright?"
Kaelynn: Yeah, yeah.
She opened a king-sized Snicker that was in her hand and took a big bite of it.
"Why you eating so much?"
Kaelynn: Cause I want too! Who got me pregnant? Michael Stevenson. Shut the hell up.
"You gone get enough of talking to me like that. I don't care if you pregnant or not."
She smiled.
Kaelynn: You know I love you Mikey!
"I love you too."
Heather: We just stopped by to see how you two lovelies were doing!
Kaelynn: Thank you Heather! You a real ass friend boo!
Heather: You already know!
Kaelynn: Baby, can you take me to work? I don't feel like driving.
She gave me "them eyes" and poked her bottom lip out forcing me to say yes.
"Mmhm Kaelynn."
Trell: Well, we finna get outta here!
"Yeah, us too."
Heather: Bye boos!
"Alright Heather!"
Heather and Trell walked out the front door.
"I can't wait 'til you have this baby."
Kaelynn: Shut up. I can't wait either.
"Better be a girl. The way you acting."
Kaelynn: I hope so.
"Then you can pop out a few more later."
Kaelynn: Helllll no!
"What?"
Kaelynn: No more babies.
"At all?"
Kaelynn: 10 years.
"Hell no. I'm already 26. & you're 22."
Kaelynn: 7 years.
"Kaelynn, no. 2 years."
Kaelynn: You forgot I have a fucking life Michael?
"No, I didn't forget Kaelynn."
Kaelynn: Okay then.
"Let's go before you're late."
She stood up and put the rest of her Snicker bar in her mouth.
"You getting thick."
Kaelynn: Thicker than a snicker!
"I'm serious."
I stood up and took the keys out her hands.
Kaelynn: I'm serious too.
"What time you getting off?"
Kaelynn: Closing.
"You always closing with Teyana."
Kaelynn: Gotta make my money.
"Okay, let's go."
I set the house alarm before walking out the door behind Kaelynn.
"I'm driving your car."
Kaelynn: For what?
"Just because. And plus, you got your keys in your hand, why not?"
Kaelynn: You so technical.
"I wasn't even being technical, Kae."
Kaelynn: Yeah, whatever.
She unlocked the car doors with her key and I got in on the driver's side. I started the car up with my key to her car and waited on her to get in before I drove off.
On the way to her job, which was only twenty minutes away, we talked about her pregnancy.
Kaelynn: I think I'm going to invite my familia out to brunch tomorrow and let then know that I'm pregnant.
"You ready for that?"
Kaelynn: Eh, why not get it out the way?
"True. Maybe I should invite my mama."
Kaelynn: That sounds cool. I think you should.
"Ard. But the world ain't finding out 'til you start showing, cause right now I can't even tell you're pregnant."
Kaelynn: That's a good thing, so I can continue to look in the mirror and think, damn I'm beautiful.
"Bae, you'll be even more beautiful with a big ass belly."
Kaelynn: Don't lie to me.
"I'm not."
Kaelynn: You ready for another kid?
"Most definitely. I've been wanting to start a family, it just never worked."
Kaelynn: What about your other life?
"You make it sound like I'm living double lives."
Kaelynn: You know what I mean. The trap life.
"The trap life. I'm still down."
Kaelynn: How many niggas you know that got a family and still in the trap life?
"Kaelynn.. don't start."
Kaelynn: No, seriously.
"I'm serious."
Kaelynn: I don't want my child being around this crazy shit.
"It's not. I promise."
Kaelynn: Michael, you're 26, I don't understand why you won't just give it up.
"This was given to me by my uncle, he's gone. It's my empire."
Kaelynn: Give it to someone else.
"There's no one to give it to, now hush, cause I'm done talking about it. I'm not going to bring my family into this trap life you talking, alright?"
She stayed quiet and I knew she was mad. I didn't even have the mindset of letting something happen to my children or Kaelynn because of what I do.
When I made it to Chanel, she got out without saying anything. So, I put the car in park, cut it off and got out.
I followed her inside.
Teyana: Hey pregnant mama! You look pissed off. Michael, what you do to her?
"Why it always gotta be me?"
Teyana: My natural instincts.
Kaelynn: Hey Tey. I'm obviously very mad right now.
Teyana: What did baby daddy do to you?
Kaelynn: Annoying me, as usual.
"Normal pregnancy mood swings."
Kaelynn: No, it ain't no damn normal mood swings.
"You'll feel better later on when I pick you up!"
Kaelynn: You better hope so. And be good!
"I will mama."
I kissed her forehead.
"I love you."
Kaelynn: Love you too Mikey.
"Alright, later bae. Later Tey!"
Teyana: Bye!
I walked out the store, and as I was walking out, a group of niggas were walking in. One nigga looked familiar, and he was looking me up and down.
"Do we got a problem?"
Man: Nah bruh.
"Aw."
I got in the car and started it up. Since I hadn't went to see my nigga Caleb in about two weeks, I decided to go and see him.
I drove over to the Compton jail house. I parked my car and once I went in, I went through a metal detector. I walked over to the front desk.
Clerk: Hi, how may I help you?
"I'm here for visitation."
Clerk: What's the inmate's name?
"Caleb Robinson."
Clerk: Caleb Robinson... Okay, the officer will take you to the visitation room and he should be out shortly.
"Aight, thanks."
Clerk: No problem.
The officer led me over to the door and he let me in. It was a big room with tv's up high on the walls, for people to watch tv I guess. I sat down at the nearest table and waited on my bro to come out.
A few minutes later, I heard boots clacking against the floor. Caleb came from around the corner. He had gotten a tan, so instead of him looking puerto rican, this nigga looked mexican. He sat down at the table in front of me.
"Mexicano."
Caleb: What's good nigga?
"Nothing much. How they treating you in here?"
Caleb: I been in a lot of trouble lately. You know I can't stand being locked up. These officers be on some straight bullshit. But I been hearing about you my nigga.
"What you been hearing about me?"
Caleb: You going worldwide on us nigga. You got some packages coming in from the Dominican Republic.
"I been trying to hold off until you get out."
Caleb: I'll be out in 6 months.
"I'll see what I can do. You already know me."
Caleb: Yeah bro. How Kaelynn and the lil one doing?
"They straight. Kaelynn pregnant."
Caleb eyes 'bout popped out his head when I said that.
Caleb: Nigga, I knew it was coming. How far long is she?
"She two months going to three."
Caleb: I knew she would end up pregnant. I bet Kaelynn sad and mopping around and shit.
"You damn right she is. Why is she acting like that?"
Caleb: Her parents. They ain't gone like it. I can tell you that now. And they damn sure ain't finna like yo ass.
"They'll eventually get over it right? They don't wanna fuck up they future with they grandchild."
Caleb: Yeah, they'll probably get over it. They'll be forced to cause they love Kaelynn so much.
"Well they'll be alright. So, what you think about me proposing to Kaelynn?"
Caleb: Do it in front of her family and friends.
"When though? Before she haves the baby or after?"
Caleb: Either one. I personally don't think it matters.
"Well, I guess I gotta go find a ring, huh?"
Caleb: Where she at anyways?
"She at work."
Caleb: Yeah, I would definitely propose to her while she's pregnant.
"I really wanna do it tomorrow. We're inviting our family out to brunch to tell them about her pregnancy."
Caleb: That's a good idea.
"Aight, well, I guess I need to go find a ring for her. I'll be back next week."
Caleb: Aight, stay up bro.
"You to man."
I walked out the room and back through the metal detector out to Kaelynn's car. I started the car and drove out to Demarco's Jewelry store out in Long Beach.
It only took 15 minutes to get there. Everybody knows that Demarco's is the best place to get your engagement rings and bands.
I went in and one of the salesman greeted me.
Salesman: Hi, my name is Josh. What can I help you with today?
"I planned on proposing to my girlfriend tomorrow and I want the perfect ring for her."
Josh: Okay, what's your budget?
"Don't have one."
Josh: She got herself a good man then. Okay, are you thinking yellow gold or silver?
"I was thinking about Yellow gold."
Josh: Okay, we have these yellow gold ones down here.
He lead me to the showcase with the yellow gold rings. There was this one ring that I couldn't take my eyes off of.
Josh: Oh this one right here is an 18k.
"How much?"
Josh: $10,800.
"I'll take this one."
Josh: Do you know her ring size?
"Yeah, it's a 7."
Josh: Okay, let me go back here and see if I have it.
He walked to the stock room. I got one roll of money from my pocket and began to count the money out.
He came back with a box in his hand, so I'm guessing he had the right size.
Josh: Alright, I got it.
He scanned the ring and my total popped up.. $11,004.47
I gave Josh $12,000 and told him to keep the change. He gave me the bag and I left the store. Once I started the car, I checked the time. It was 7:00. 2 more hours until closing at Chanel, so I decided to take the ring home first, then pick Kaelynn up.
~
When I got home, I took the ring to one of the guest bedrooms and hid it in the drawer. I knew she would never find it, because she rarely goes into the guest rooms.
My phone began ringing, I looked at it and Shanelle's name was flashing ascross. I answered.
"Hello?"
Shanelle: Are you busy?
"Uh, nah. I'm bout to go pick up Kae from work. Wassup?"
Shanelle: Well, whenever you pick her up, can you stop through and get Mikell for me please?
"Yeah."
I hung up the phone and placed it back into my pocket.
Whenever it came down to Mikell, I would do anything for him. I enjoyed spending time with him, that was my son, so you know I'ma strive hard to be a good father. Now on the other hand, I don't know about Shanelle and her parenting skills, but I do know that she know better than to mistreat my child.
I closed the guest room door and walked back downstairs. I turned the alarm system on and walked out. This time, I took my car instead of Kaelynn's, because I know how niggas get. They'll remember her car and try to track her down and I ain't having all that.
I got inside and started the car. Flying onto the freeway to pick up Kaelynn, I decided to call mama. Luckily, she answered.
PJ: Hello?
"Hey ma."
PJ: Hey, how you doing baby?
"I'm good. How 'bout you?"
PJ: Good. Just in here trying to find something to eat.
"You want me to bring you something?"
PJ: Naw baby, I'll find something. What you up too?
"On my way to get Kaelynn from work and then I gotta pick up Mikell."
PJ: I miss my lil baby!
"Well, you can see him tomorrow.. I wanted to invite you to brunch with me and Kaelynn."
PJ: Wow! Of course, I will come! Where at?
"At the Beach Break Cafe in Long Beach."
PJ: Okay, I'll be there. What time?
"12:30."
PJ: Alright then, let me find something to eat. Tell Kaelynn I said hi.
"Alright ma, see you tomorrow. Love you."
PJ: Love you too.
As I ended the call, I was pulling up at Chanel. I got out the car and went in.
Kaelynn: Welcome to Chanel!
I put on a fake disguise voice.
"Uh, where are your shoes?"
Kaelynn: In the back.
"I don't see them."
Kaelynn: They're in the back.
"I still don't see them."
Kaelynn: Well if you don-
She looked up and realized it was me.
Kaelynn: You almost got cursed out! What you doing here? It's 8:35.
"I'm just here early."
Teyanna came out from the back with clothes in her hands.
"You working hard Tey?"
Teyanna: Hell yeah, I'm trying to do everything I can before closing.
I walked to the cash register where Kaelynn was standing. The door opened and I recongized who it was, once she walked in.
Kaelynn: This the second time I done seen this bitch in my store!
Denise: Hey Michael.
"Sup."
Kaelynn: Haven't you learned from the last ass whooping? You need to come to this damn store when I'm not here.
Denise: Oh bitch please, what ass whopping?
"Aye, chill."
Teyanna: Can you get what you're going to buy and get out cause we're about to close.
Denise: Why you still in here Mike?
"I'm waiting on my lady to get off work. Why you so concerned?"
Denise: Oh, yo lady? What about babymama Shanelle?
"And what's your point? Kaelynn already know about that. That's Kaelynn's stepson, what else you wanna know?"
Denise: What's been up with all this beef shit with Rico?
"Who is Rico?"
Denise: The nigga you killed!
"Sorry, I don't know who that is."
Kaelynn: The store is about to close ma'am! Can you hurry the hell up?
Teyanna: It's 8:56. The store closes at 9. Come back tomorrow.
Denise: Ya'll can't kick me out!
Kaelynn: I don't see why not!
"To avoid getting another ass whooping by my girlfriend, I suggest you leave."
Denise: Whatever, but this isn't over with.
She walked out and Teyanna locked the door behind her.
Kaelynn: Let me clean the register out and I'll be ready.
"Okay."
I waited until they both finished up so we could all leave at the same time. Kaelynn locked up and got into the car. Teyanna got into her own car and drove off. I started my car and drove off in the opposit direction.
"Shanelle called asking if I could pick Mikell up."
Kaelynn: Yay, I wanna see him!
When I got to Shanelle's house, I blew the horn and she came out with him in the carseat and his bags.
Shanelle: I'm tired as it is and you got me out here putting his stuff in your car.
"You wanted me to pick him up, right?"
Shanelle: Whatever. Hey Kaelynn.
Kaelynn: Hey.
Shanelle: Bye lil man!
She shut the door and I backed out of driveway and went back to Carson.
"You need to call your fam bae."
Kaelynn: Oh yeah, I forgot about that.
She pulled out her phone and dialed someone's number.
Kaelynn: Hey papi! Where's mami?... Can ya'll come out to the Beach Break Cafe in Long Beach?.. 12:30.. Okay, see you soon! Love you too!
She put her phone in her lap.
Kaelynn: It's a wrap!
"I hope so!"
Mikell was in the carseat talking to himself as I pulled up in my driveway.
"Home sweet home with daddy!"
Kaelynn got Mikell out of the carseat and I got the bags. I unlocked the door and let her go in first, closing the door behind me.
Mikell started talking more. He knew exactly where he was.
Kaelynn: Peek a boo! I see you!
"I'm about to take a shower, I'm tired."
Kaelynn: What did you do today to be tired Michael?
"Went to see Caleb and take care of some more business."
Kaelynn: How Caleb doing?
"You know how Caleb is. He probably stay in the penalty box."
Kaelynn: Figures.
We walked upstairs to our room and she sat on the bed with Mikell.
Kaelynn: You getting fat! I can't call you lil man no more!
He laughed revealing his two bottom teeth.
I slipped in the shower. While I was in there, I thought about proposing to Kaelynn tomorrow and on top of that, telling our parents that she's pregnant. I thought about if she would say yes or no. I was a bit afraid, but I had to toughen up because it never hurts to try.
By the time I was out of the shower, Kaelynn and Mikell were asleep. I threw on my boxers and went downstairs in the living room to sleep.
~
I woke up and went upstairs to put some clothes on for the brunch. I end up pairing, a black pair of Tru's with a black and purple Fly A$ Me sweatshirt. I slipped on a pair of black and white Samoa Adidas.
I walked back downstairs, and watched TMZ. They were talking about my nigga Chris and Rihanna spotted AGAIN out in public. I don't why that nigga still with her.
I felt a pair of tiny hands start hitting me on top of my head. I looked up to see Mikell in Kaelynn's hand.
Kaelynn: Say goodmorning Daddy!
"Goodmorning."
I got Mikell from out of her grip and stood him up in my lap.
Kaelynn: I'm about to go take a shower and get ready for later. I made him a bottle from early this morning. It's in the refridgerator. Just warm it up and feed him. He might need his diaper changed. And most likely, he'll go right back to sleep.
"Alright."
Kaelynn went back upstairs and I got up with Mikell in my arms. First, I changed his diaper, then I went ahead and fed him.
"Mikell, there's going to be a new baby in the picture, and I want you know no matter what, daddy loves you. You'll always be my little man. If Kaelynn has a girl, you'll be her big brother! If it's a boy, you'll be his big brother. Either way it goes, you'll be a big brother."
"Even though Mommy and Daddy aren't together, I'll always be around. Kaelynn loves you too, always remember that. You gotta get use to Kaelynn, but I know you already love her. 9 times out of 10, she'll treat you better than Mommy."
"Daddy really wants to give up the trap life, son. I want to be a better person for you, Kaelynn, and the other baby. I'ma make it all better, I promise."
By the time, I was done talking, he was sound asleep. I knew I could talk to Mikell all day long, because I knew he wouldn't remember anything. Plus, there was some stuff I had to get off my chest.
I let him stay in my lap as I watched tv.
Kaelynn: You spoiling him. Why won't you lay him down?
"Cause I knew we were about to go."
I examined Kaelynn. She had on a pair of blue jean shorts, and a blue Nike tank on.
Kaelynn: Why are you looking at me like that?
"Can I not admire my beautiful woman with my baby inside of her?"
Kaelynn: Uh, no.
She laughed and picked up Mikell from out of my lap.
"Well, damn."
Kaelynn: Just kidding, thank you bae.
I stood up with the car keys and we headed for the door.
Kaelynn: Go get his bags baby, I almost forgot!
"Alright."
She continued to walk down the steps as I walked upstairs to get his diaperbag. Once I got it, I went up to the guest room and got the ring and put it in my pocket. I walked back downstairs, turned the alarm system on, and walked out, closing the door behind me.
Kaelynn was on the drivers' side, so I got on the passenger's side. I put the diaperbag in the back with Mikell. He was still asleep.
I turned the radio up a little bit, but not too loud 'cause I didn't want to wake him up.
I looked at the time. It was already 12:00.
Kaelynn: It should only take about 10 minutes, considering the fact, that I'm speeding.
"What's the rush?"
Kaelynn: I gotta pee.
"Why you didn't go before you left the house?"
Kaelynn: I don't know.
"I'ma act like I didn't just hear you.'
Kaelynn: 'Kell kicked me in my face about three times last night. I was like oh my God!
"Why didn't you put him in his room?"
Kaelynn: He fell asleep on me and on top of that, I was sleepy and exausted from work.
"See, work got you tired!"
Kaelynn: You forgot I'm pregnant?
"Which reminds me, you taking them pills?"
Kaelynn: I got them in my purse Michael. I'm glad you're looking out for the baby.
"Not only the baby, but you too."
Kaelynn: Well, thanks. It's highly appreciative.
"Daddy gotta stay on top of things."
Kaelynn: No Daddy don't!
"Yes, I do. Because you are so forgetful."
Kaelynn: So, I always end up remembering.
"Yeah, after I say something."
Kaelynn: Whatever, that is not true!
"Why would I lie?"
Kaelynn: I don't know, why would I?
"I don't have a reason to lie."
Kaelynn: I guess not.
"Ain't no guessing about it. It's either yes or no."
Kaelynn: Nigga, shut up.
"I can't say nigga to you, but shut up!"
Kaelynn: You damn right!
"Lil mama in your belly gone be fiesty."
Kaelynn: What makes you think it's a girl?
"Cause, that's what I want. So, it's going to be a girl."
Kaelynn: I'd rather have a boy.
"Why?"
Kaelynn: Girls are too much to deal with.
"You're right. You too much."
Kaelynn: I am not..
We finally got to the Cafe and parked in the back cause it was packed.
I pulled out my phone to call my mama to see where she was.
PJ: Hello?
"Where you at?"
PJ: I'm here son. I'm about to get out right now.
"Alright, I'll meet you up front."
I ended the call and got out the car.
Kaelynn: Mamí and Papi's here.
"Want me to get Mikell?"
Kaelynn: No, it's okay. I got him.
"Your parents know about Mikell?"
Kaelynn: They should.
"Oh, okay."
We got out the car and she locked the doors with Mikell in her hands.
We all walked up to the front to see Our parents talking.
PJ: There you guys are!
"Hey mama. Hey Mr. and Mrs. Robinson."
Tristan: How you doing?
We shook hands and I hugged my mother and Maria.
Maria: Hey, how's everything?
Kaelynn: Good.
Maria: Awww, is this Mikell?
"Yes ma'am."
Maria: He looks just like you.
Kaelynn: He does.
Tristan: Come on, let's go in.
I let Kaelynn, Maria, and mama go in first. We got seated at a table. I was sitting between Kaelynn and Mama.
Kaelynn's dad Tristan was sitting in front of me and Maria was beside Tristan.
Waiter: What would you all like to drink?
Kaelynn: Strawberry lemonade.
PJ: Tea.
Waiter: Sweet or unsweetened?
PJ: Sweet.
Waiter: And what else?
Tristan: Water.
Maria: Sprite.
"I'll take a Coke."
Waiter: Alrighty, I'll be right out with your drinks.
She left and we started another conversation.
Maria: Can I get your name again?
PJ: It's Passionaye. Maria right?
Maria: Yes ma'am. Where are you from?
PJ: I'm from the Vietnam. And you?
Maria: Puerto Rico.
PJ: Hmmm, so much versatality.
Maria: Are you mixed with anything?
PJ: Vietnamese and African American. You look full-blooded.
Maria: I am. But her dad, is mixed with African American also.
PJ: Oh okay, that's nice!
"How's everyone week been?"
Tristan: Pretty good. I've been working.
"Where you work at Mr.Tristan?"
Tristan: I'm a correctional officer at the prison.
"Forreal? I didn't know that. What about you Mrs. Maria?"
Maria: I've been working at my co-op office in LA all week.
PJ: What type of co-op?
Maria: Early childhood education.
PJ: That's interesting.
Maria: You work?
PJ: I work with the juvenile kids.
Maria: Oh, okay.
The waitress came back with our drinks and we ordered our food. I decided to get the deluxe steak omelet with three waffles.
Kaelynn ordered two pancakes, three chicken strips, and a fruit salad.
Waitress: The food will be ready in about five minutes.
Tristan: What high school did you go to son?
"I went to Kennedy High, but I dropped out 10th grade."
Maria: What you drop out for?
"I was young and didn't have a clue in the world about what I wanted to do."
Mikell started talking which broke the awkwardness.
PJ: He always talking. Where he get that from?
"His granny."
PJ: Oh hush up boy!
The waiter finally brung us our food and we began eating.
Kaelynn: You want me to feed him?
"Naw, that's okay. I'll feed him."
Kaelynn: Alright.
PJ: You're so good with Mikell.
Kaelynn: I love babies.
PJ: That's good then.
After we were done eating, Kaelynn decided to tell everyone that she was pregnant.
Kaelynn: Alright, since everyone is here, we want to tell you guys something.
I watched Maria's face start to frown.
Kaelynn: Me and Michael are expecting.
PJ: Awwhhh!
Tristan: Since when? Kaelynn do you want to be like Kailani?
Kaelynn: Excuse me dad, I'm two months pregnant. No, I don't plan on being like Kailani.
Tristan: You just graduated college -
Kaelynn: Kailani didn't even go to college.
Maria: Kaelynn sweetie, we want the best for you.
PJ: And you don't think this is the best? At least a start?
Maria: You stay out of this!
PJ: Excuse the hell out of me! This is my son.. He's dating YOUR daughter. They've been together for a while now, personally I'm perfectly fine with it.
Maria: Are you married? No, I didn't think so.. So, you don't understand.
PJ: I've been married before! I'm happy!
"Chill ma."
Kaelynn: Look, I'm pregnant. I'm keeping the baby. I don't give a damn about who don't like it. Deal with it. You don't wanna see your grandchild, then that's fine! I'm tired of this shit! I got a damn job! I'm the consultant of Chanel. I've graduated college. What else you want me to do?
Tristan: Get married. Is that in the plans?
Kaelynn: I would not be having a child with this man if I didn't want to marry him.
Tristan: Are ya'll engaged? Cause I don't see a ring.
"Yes sir, there's a ring. Matter of fact... Aye ma, hold Mikell."
Ma got Mikell & I stood up.
"Kaelynn stand up."
She stood up right in front of me. I looked her in the eyes as she looked into mine.
"Kaelynn, I love you and you know I would give up the world for you. There isn't a time that goes by when I think of us being together, married, with kids, and spending the rest of my life with you. You mean so much to me and the fact that you're pregnant with my child makes my love way more stronger. I want to be the very best that I can for you. I don't want to lose you, cause I don't know what I would do without you bae."
I got down on one knee and pulled out the box. I opened it.
"Will you marry me?"
Kaelynn: Of course babe, I will marry you.
She bent down and kissed me. I slid the ring onto her finger.
Kaelynn: This is beautiful.
PJ: I'm proud of the man you're becoming son.
She hugged and kissed me on the cheek.
PJ: Let me take some pictures. Here get Mikell.
I got Mikell from out of mama's arms. Kaelynn stood beside me and mama snapped a couple pictures.
Maria: You know what, we'll talk about this later. Me and your father have business to handle.
Kaelynn: Ok.
Tristan: Congrats.
They got up from the table and walked away.
"Don't trip."
Kaelynn: It's okay.
PJ: Well, I enjoyed this brunch with you all.. Especially my sweet baby Mikell.
"Ma, you gone spoil him!"
PJ: That's what I'm suppose to do! What ya'll doing today?
Kaelynn: I don't know, I'm off work.
"Probably take 'Kell out to the park."
PJ: Well, I'm cooking dinner tonight at 8.
"Alright, we'll be over there."
We all walked out of the cafe together and separated.
I put Mikell into his carseat and got into the driver's side and started the car.
Kaelynn: When is Mikell supposed to be going back home baby?
"Probably tomorrow. I got some stuff to handle and you working right?"
Kaelynn: I can take off if you want me to keep him.
"If you want too."
Kaelynn: I wouldn't mind.
"Alright."