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“So, I'll have many times to search?”

“Yes. I guess that’s true too.” I laughed and checked my watch again. “Alright, my little detective. I have somewhere to be, but I will call you tonight so we can talk more about this. I love you, baby sis.”

“I love you too. Bye, Moni!”

“Goodbye, T.T.” With a click, the call ended, but her enthusiasm lingered, infusing the tent with energy.

Granted, that entire part of the phone call with Banks had been a lot from the whole possible family connection withChanel to his demands for Rowe Street Mob, but I felt like I handled it all well.

Wow.

I put the phone on the bed and gazed down at the white dress I was wearing.

Now it's time to change for my date.

Chapter twenty-three

As The Date Unfolds

Monique

It took time, but I picked the perfect blue dress and slipped it on.

What does he have planned?

The dress had a high slit running up the side. Lei's eyes were usually fixated on my chest, so I chose this dress for its plunging neckline and revealing cleavage.

It also had a low back, adding to its alluring design.

Listen. . .we better have sex today.

I didn't know women could get blue balls, but I'd learned that it was absolutely possible.

Alright. Let's go.

I applied the finishing touches to my makeup and caught the breathtaking reflection in the mirror.

Girl, you always clean up well.

Next, I was outside the tent.

My four guys had been chatting and smoking cigarettes. Fast, they put the cigarettes out and hurried to my chair.

Soon, I was perched on that blue cushioned chair attached to gold poles.

I'm not sure I will ever get used to this part.

The sun beamed down from a clear sky. Its warmth was a pleasant welcome to the cool air.

The path up the mountain twisted and turned.

Many people passed us, glancing my way and whispering.

Once again, I felt like royalty which was an unusual sensation for me.

The men kept their grip on the gold poles and moved with practiced precision, their steps synchronized, their faces set in expressions of focused determination.

The chair swayed gently with their rhythm.

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