Page 35 of Still Made For You

“I appreciate you, foreal. It’s obvious you have a natural eye and vision for shit like this. It’s time for you to make this a full-time thing. Not only is there plenty of money out here, but there’s also always a lot of opportunity for growth. The eye for creativity you possess, many people need in this industry. As much as I don’t want to share you with anyone, I can see you doing big things out here. I’m definitely going to be recommending you to my homies, so be on the lookout.”

“‘Preciate it. My wife has been on me about this for a while now. I’ve been getting hit up for so many opportunities, but a lot of them require me to be away from my family. I’ve been hesitant about it because I don’t want to leave my woman with two kids.

“Does she support your dreams?” His question offended me at first until I realized he was asking a general question.

“Of course. Ty wants me to take my career to the next level. I’m the one who has been stalling. My little girl is already growing up before my eyes, and I don’t want to miss anything, you know?”

“I get what you’re saying, but this is no different than any other major career. Sometimes you have to make sacrifices to put your family in a better position. As long as you’re still prioritizing your family, then you have nothing to worry about. Maybe start with a few out-of-state gigs and see how things go. You could really make millions with the skills you have. Don’t allow fear or anything else to hold you back from your dreams. If your wife has your back, then that’s really all you need.”

“That’s sound advice. If I didn’t know any better, I’d think your ass was a family man.” Favo was only twenty-four, and he had no kids, as far as I was aware.

“My dad was one of the best engineers in the game in his time. He could have gone so much further in life, but he had a small-town mindset. He couldn’t see the bigger picture because it required him to spread his wings. When I told him I wanted to be a rapper, he advised me to keep my head down and focus. When I asked him what his biggest regret was, he told me it was his internal fears. He put his life on hold because he was afraid of the unknown.

One thing about this life is that we only get one. We only have one chance to make it happen and give it all we’ve got. I refused to allow myself to be the reason I didn’t make it to the top. The only regret I want to have in life is not adding a basketball court to my mansion. My dreams go beyond the ceiling and I’m not about to let anything hinder me, including me.

I’m telling you, there’s a gift inside of you, and if you don’t use it, it’s going to be in vain. Talk it over with your wife if it will make you feel better. I have a few shows to do out of state, but get up with me when I touch back down. I can put you in front of the right people if you’re ready to get this money.”

“I’ll do that. Thank you for that.”

“No problem. I remember being a young nigga tryna get people to support my music. Your family has always shown me love and I’ll never forget it. There’s a light over your life and if my Madea didn’t teach me anything else it’s that people like you are hidden gems. Just make sure you don’t stay hidden too long.” He tilted his head up at me before walking back over to his crew.

The conversation stirred something deep inside of me because it was unexpected. Tyeis had been on me about taking my opportunities with my filming, but I hated the idea of being too far away from them. Since Tru was born, I hadn’t spent a single night away from home. I probably sound like a simp ass muthafucka, and I was when it came to my family.

Ty worked from home mostly, so I worried about her feeling overwhelmed. I wasn’t one of those selfish men who felt like it was all on the woman to take care of the family. My children were my world, and I needed them to know they had two parents.

Orion was playing basketball and football this year, and I didn’t want to miss his games either. At the same time, I knew I had so many opportunities to really get my name out there in the industry. I’ve already been contacted by managers as well as promoters to come out and film for them. If I really put my all into this, I’d be able to provide my family with the lifestyle I’ve always dreamed of.

The ride home was filled with thoughts of the future. I knew without a shadow of a doubt that Tyies would be there to support me no matter what, so really, I was the only person standing in my way. Glancing up at my mom’s picture that I had hanging up on my mirror, I wondered what she would say about it.What should I do?If she was still here, I knew she’d give some sound advice, basically telling me to follow my heart. Fear was something she preached against because, in her words, “fear is a tactic from the enemy to make you doubt the abilities God gave you. God has not given you the spirit of fear but of power, love, and a sound mind.” Her voice rang clearly in my mind as I vibed to the music.

Inside, I felt this fire brewing inside of me, telling me to go for it. If I was honest with myself, there really wasn’t anything for me to lose by doing so and so much to gain. Once I ran it by Tyeis, I’d have a little more clarity about the situation. She always knew just what to say to put things in perspective for me.

“Daddy’s home!” Tyeis purred as I walked up to her in the kitchen. My hands naturally gravitated towards her juicy ass that was covered in some short-ass spandex shorts.

“Ouch! Gone on somewhere with your heavy-handed ass. You play too much.” Ty whined as I peppered her neck with kisses. I don’t even know what possessed me to do it because I knew it would only lead to us fucking.

“Don’t start anything you know you can’t finish.”

“Who said I can’t finish it? You better act like you know. I’ll dick you down right next to the baked chicken and dinner rolls. Play with me if you want to.” My hands traveled inside of her shorts to feel how wet that pussy was.

It didn’t matter what was going on around us, Tyeis was always ready for me, and I loved that shit.

“No, babe, I’m trying to finish dinner without any distractions. We have plenty of time for that when the kids go to bed. Trust me, I’ve been thinking about that dick all day and a bitch is in desperate need of having my guts rearranged.” Her declaration caused a tent in my shorts as I grinded into her from behind.

“Let me just slide the tip in. Give you some of this benediction dick.”

“Loyal, what the heck is benediction dick?” Ty giggled while continuing to back her ass on my shit.

“You know those last couple of minutes at the end of the services where they give you all of the last-minute announcements and shit. It usually only lasts a couple of minutes, and that’s what I’m tryna give you. Six good pumps and a flick.”

“Deep down inside, I want you to grow up. Why don’t you go and chill with your children while I finish up here? If not, we’ll be ordering pizza when I burn this food up.” Ty stood on her tiptoes to kiss me.

“Pussy and pizza sounds like a nice lil’ combo if you’re asking me.”

“I bet it does. Get out of my kitchen, Loyalty!” Ty shrieked when I cupped her ass cheeks in the palm of my hands. I don’t know why she was acting as if I was doing something out of the norm. The moment I crossed the threshold, my hands were all over her most days.

There’s been plenty of times I’ve snuck home just to eat her pussy on my breaks. Baby girl has me down bad like one of the crackheads on Fifth Street in the hood.

“I’m only stopping because I missed my princess, and I don’t want to kiss her with your pussy juices on my lips. Just know I’m going balls deep as soon as we put these kids to bed.” The two of us burst out laughing when she dropped the spatula on the ground.

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