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He nodded at Mythic, and he nodded in return, then came to my bedside and kissed my head. My heart rate increased as I glanced at Mythic to see him flip that damn blade in his mouth. Once Shaydon had left the room and closed the door behind him, Mythic said, “That’s the nigga that wants you. You seem to be attracted to him too. That’s why you turning red and shit?”
“No. I’m turning red because I was nervous. I didn’t want any drama to pop off. Shaydon ain’t from the streets. We practically grew up together. He’s my friend. That’s the truth on my end . . . nothing more.” I slid down in the bed and pulled the covers up to my neck. “When did you stop trusting me, Mythic?”
He glanced at me. “I’m sorry. Our situation has me insecure. I don’t feel like our talk will go well. I know unless your people accept me, this shit will most likely be done, and he’ll be waiting in the wings to scoop up my fumble.”
“I love you, Mythic. Just like you said I’m the only woman you want, you’re the only man I want. I do hope that my family can see that.”
There was another knock at the door. It was the nurse. “I wasn’t getting any blood pressure readings,” she said.
“I’m sorry. I took a shower and forgot to call to have it put back on.”
“That’s okay, baby,” she said as she glanced at Mythic.
He had on a black hoodie and his braids hung close to his face. So, hopefully his appearance didn’t make her nervous. When he looked up at her, he gave her a head nod, and she smiled. I frowned slightly. I wondered if they knew one another. After she fixed my cuff, she left. I looked over at Mythic and asked, “You know her?”
“Yeah. That’s my son’s mother.”
SIXTEEN
MYTHIC
I was soclose to slicing that nigga when he called my woman baby girl. I was able to calm down, convincing myself that that was probably just the way he talked. I wanted to snatch that card off those flowers and read it so bad. I probably would anyway. Maui was mine. If he wouldn’t have made shit right by speaking to me and rectifying shit about how he only offered his sympathy to Maui, I probably would have said something before he left. When he kissed her forehead, I could feel the heat encompass my ears. I wanted to get at him, but Maui’s condition came first.
I hoped I didn’t have to see him anywhere without her. Cementing my place in her life was of utmost importance. She said she only saw him as a friend, but I felt like something more had happened between them, especially after the rodeo when he helped her in Bali’s vehicle.
Now, Maui was looking insecure because of Vanessa. She didn’t have a thing to worry about if she chose to continue to pursue a relationship with me. I was in love with her and her only. I’d never even been in love before, but just the way her lil ass ruled my thoughts and calmed my spirit, I knew she was the one that would make me a better man by her mere presence.
She looked away from me and was playing on her phone. “Maui, what’s up?”
“Nothing.”
She said nothing, so that was what it was gon’ be. She couldn’t be upset about something she already knew about. Clearly, Caleb had a mother that I once fucked. I supposed she felt uncomfortable just like I did when Shaydon was here.
“Has my dad or brother talked to you about what happened?”
“Besides that lil talk in your hospital room at the clinic, naw. My guess is that they still don’t want us together. The question is, are you willing to choose me over them again? I saw how hard it was on you last time. Our baby is no longer here to solidify our connection.”
“You think that’s the only reason I wanted to be with you?” she asked.
I lowered my head. “No, but I believe that would have been the only reason they would have accepted my presence in your life. Now that baby girl is gone, even after me fucking Adrian up and putting my life on the line, they don’t want me with you. I love you, baby. Unfortunately, I’ll have to accept whatever your decision is.”
“Do I have to make a decision now?”
I lowered my head and stood. “You just did, baby. I’ll be back tomorrow morning if you’re still here.” I walked closer to her bed and slid my pointer finger down her tear-stained cheek. “I love you so much, Maui, but I won’t force you to be in my life. I can, but I won’t. I want you to be with me because you are that sure in our love, despite the naysayers. I’ve treated you better than I do my own damn mama, and I love the fuck out of her.”
I leaned over and kissed her lips as she silently stared at me. Pulling away from her, I turned to walk out of the room as the door opened. Mr. Storm ducked slightly as he walked through the doorway. I nodded and walked right past him. My heart feltlike it was fucking bleeding. She’d pierced my heart. I was tired of being hurt because she couldn’t follow her heart. I was no longer involved in bullshit. I had a past, as did everyone else, but I came from a good family. They knew that. My foundation was solid.
I called Epic to see where he was so he could come pick me up. He said he would be in the area today, but I wasn’t sure what time he would be in Beaumont.
“Hello?”
“What’s up, nigga. Where you at?”
“I’m still at home. You need a ride?”
“Yeah.”
“Carter is in Beaumont getting his tires rotated. See if he can scoop you up.”
