The Single Parents' Part 4
I was woken up by someone gasping for air. Wiping my eyes, getting use to my surroundings. I jump up realizing what's happening. Nicole! I ran towards her bedroom, grabbing the inhaler from her dresser. I hold onto her as I help her inhale her medicine. "It's going to be okay." Reassuring her. Nicole has asthma. She's had it since a baby. Nicolas rarely showed responsibility when it came to her. Nicole slowly fell asleep in my arms. Maybe I should move her into my room for safety.
It's 6am in the morning. School doesn't start yet, so I'll take her to G-ma's house. I have work & I don't know anyone else who would take care of her- but my mother. I packed our lunch bags, salad, crackers & an apple. Nicole is slugging around the kitchen in her fresh clothing. "Ready to go to your g-ma's house?" I sat her lunch in her spend the night bag. "Yes, I miss GG mommy." I spray perfume on her outfit, scent of flowers & fresh linen. She twirls as I spray. "I know baby!"
I pulled out my phone, calling my mother. No answer. Again. No response. Come on mama! I leaned over the kitchen island, scrolling through my contacts. Fuck... I can't call Nicolas, never can; never shows up! Tyriq? Fine.
I stare out the window, waiting for an answer. "Hello?" He says with his raspy voice, I'm sure he was asleep. "Hi um, are you busy today?" I asked him, getting nervous." He sighed a little, probably from sitting up in bed, or just tired of my ass. "No, not today. What's up?" His voice was sexy as fuck. I forgot what I was asking for. "Is there any way you can watch Nicole for me? I work today & my mother isn't answering." I sighed. She always answers! I stare at my fresh manicure, jewels sparkling from the sunlight. "Uh yeah, what time would you like to bring her?" He asked, making me smile ear to ear. "Oh, thank you so much! I was thinking of bringing her now since I go to work in an hour. Your house is only ten minutes away." I informed. "Alright well, bring her on down. I'll take care of her. She'll be with Lydia for the day. See you soon." He said, hanging up the phone. I sat the phone down & stared through the window. Sun glistening, tears scrolling. I've never met someone who cared about Nicole & I.
As tears continuously scrolled, Nicole comes around the corner. "What's wrong mommy?" She asked tugging on my jeans. I bent down to her level kissing her forehead. "Just allergies, Love. Lydia wants to see you today. Would you like to stay there until I get off?" Nicole smiles, accepting the offer. Not like she has a choice anyway.
Tyriq stands by the front door. I took a good look at him as I geared into park. White t-shirt & black joggers & house slippers that matched the front door- red that is. Strands of hair in every direction- a sign of him just getting out of bed. His toned frame made my heart sink. What am I going to do with this man? My imagination rambled; sex, laughter, sadness, lust, you name it. Nicole's voice interrupted. "Bye mommy, I love you!" She yelled as she slammed the door. Ugh, why do kids slam doors? I smile as she runs towards Tyriq. Both Tyriq & Nicole waved bye as I drove off.
I'm an Assistant at Designers.CO. I make sure everything is scheduled, getting my Boss coffee or food whenever he needs it. Even if it's across town. Also, when there's free time- if there are any... I like to play word games on my phone to keep my mind active. Today I'm wearing a dress, the color of Tyriq's slippers. I wonder if that's his favorite color. When is his birthday? Does he really like me? My mind is rambling again & I hate it. My Boss Ashley Ann walks in her office right beside mine. "How's your morning going?" She asked as she sipped her coffee. It smelled like pumpkin spice & caramel. She's always switching up on her flavors, which is why it's so hard to keep up with her. Always something new going on.
"It's going good. Took Nicole to my mothers for the day." I lied, shit. I tell her that every time I see her. But this time, the plans had changed. I wasn't going to tell her that I dropped my baby off at some random man's house, which I did. I hope she'll be safe there while I struggle through nine hours of hell!
note: PART 5 WILL BE TYRIQ'S POV!! IT GET'S JUICY BABY!! HE'S GONNA WANT SOMETHING IN RETURN. WHAT DO YOU THINK HE'LL WANT? STAY TUNE
