Page 66 of Arris, Jayme & Dyani
“No. I was just waking up. What’s up?”
“Where you at?”
I looked around the kitchen and awkwardly cleared my throat.
“I’m home.”
“Mine or yours?”
“Mine?” I said in confusion. “Darryl, why would I be at yours?”
“Well shit I don’t know. I thought it was a possibility since I’m sitting in your spot, feet on the coffee table and all, nigga. Where are you for real?”
“Okay. I got a little drunk last night and stayed with a friend, but I can be home soon if you need me to.”
“Nah. You’re good, but just don’t do that lying about your location shit. What if something pops off and I don’t know where you are?”
“Yeah, no. You’re right and I’m good. What did you need though? I know you didn’t call just to give me a lecture.”
“Actually I did,” Darryl chuckled, “I was on this end checking some shit out and decided to just stop by while I was out here.”
“You’re annoying.” I laughed, “Get out of my apartment and go on about your business please.”
“Yeah, alright. Just know I’m on yo’ ass next time I see you,” Darryl chuckled and I giggled.
“Can’t wait.”
“Love you, man. Bye.”
“Love you,” I echoed.
I hung up the call and tossed my phone back on the counter. I exhaled but didn’t comment on it.
Arris glanced at the food he was making, then shifted slightly to grab a mug and the newly-filled coffee pot. He poured half a mug then set the pot back down. I watched him take a slow sip and nod to himself.
“You drink that black?” I grimaced.
“That’s right.” He winked at me from behind the mug and took another long sip. “You getting Blake tonight, right?” He nudged Jayme as he spun back around to the stove.
“Yes, sir.”
“And tonight are we sleeping together or apart?” He looked from Jayme to me and back.
“If you’re asking if you can sleep over, the answer is yes.” Jayme chuckled while she moved waffles to the large plate beside her. “And you’re more than welcome to come over whenever you want too, Dyani.”
“Thank you, baby.” I smiled at her.
She looked back over her shoulder and winked at me.
I laughed softly and shook my head.
She and Arris were one in the same. It was interesting to me seeing how similar they were without even knowing it.
“It’s a date then.” I wagged my eyebrows up and down.
“That’s right.” Jayme turned the flame of the stove off. “If you’re in the mood to eat something specific, let me know. I plan on going to the store and getting something to cook for tonight.”
“Whatever you make is fine.”
