Chapter 18 --> Apologies

She hadnt realized how long she'd been standing there until her phone began ringing
Nicki: hello
SB: Im starting to think the restroom was an excuse to bail on me
Nicki: No... I ran into someone sorry.. I'll be right out
SB: ok.. you alright
Nicki: yeah Im fine
When she got out she told him she was ready to leave.

(Outside)
Tayihé: ugh!! HB is such a bitch!
she said as the door on the driver's side closed and the engine started
Jhené: watch your mouth and dont get slapped!!
Tayihé: what is this pick on Tay day? and why am I just finding out that you are sleeping with the one rapper I get told everyday Im obsessed with? I forgot to freaking spazz when she walked in. I was just standing there!! You have to introduce me PROPERLY! UGH!! Like WTF?? Jhen!! *face palm* and I call myself TM is this day a joke?? Does mom know you two are dating? Why am I always the last t-
Jhené: TAY!!!
She shouted at her sister who shut up instantly and sat looking at her eyes wide.
Tayihé: I j-
Jhené: NO!! I dont wanna hear anything from you for the rest of the day! and i better not see anything about it on your twitter and if you even think about mentioning this to your loud mouth friends
They pulled out of the parking lot

*****

SB: I dont like it when you look like this *kisses her head*
They were sitting out back by the pool. Her between his legs with her back to him and head on his chest. After lunch they had gone to all her meetings and were home for the rest of the night. It was after seven.  He looked down and noticed her eyes were closed
SB: you asleep?
Nicki: No
She responded eyes still closed
SB: whats on your mind?
She didnt respond
SB: ok come on lets go inside
Nicki: noooooooooo I wanna stay right here
She whined
SB: I need to go pick something up. I wont be long promise
Nicki glared at him
SB: we can come back out here when I get back if you still want to
Nicki: fuck you Safaree
She said and stormed into the house. He shook his head as he walked in, grabbed his phone and keys then head out the front door. He stopped in front of the building and put the phone to his ear waiting for the person to pick up but after a few rings voicemail. He tried again and again but still no answer. There was light on in the apartment so someone had to be home he decided to go check it out. He knocked on the door and  heard a child tell her mom someone was at the door. A few minutes later the door opened
Woman: hi may I help you?
She had a baby girl at her hip she looked about four years old. A few empty boxes lay around the apartment some open with contents from it on the floor others still sealed with labels telling what was in side. She noticed Safaree looking
Woman: we just moved in excuse the mess *smiles*
SB: oh sorry. I was looking for a friend who I now see doesnt live here anymore. Didnt mean to bother you
Woman: oh its ok. Sorry about you friend
SB: its cool. bye
Baby: bye Fawee *waves her liddo hand*
Her mom looked on her strange and then looked at Safaree.
Woman: sweetie where do you know that man from
Baby: *she held her moms face with both hands* Micki Amaaaj momma
She said looking at her mom with her eyes wide
Safaree chuckled. her mom looked at Safaree again.
Woman: Im sorry shes a huge Nicki fan she must think you're that guy who's always with her
SB: *shakes head* yeah she must. Have a good night.
he didnt bother telling her he actually was he knew just how he wanted to work that out.

When he got back to the car he took his phone out and dialed the number again. He got an answer on the fourth ring from a very sleepy voice

"Hello"
SB: Ive been calling you for the past hour
"Ive been sleeping for the past hour and a half"
SB: I need to see you
"Well thats a surprising. I'd think I'd be the last person you want to see right now"
SB: look we need to talk. where are you I just left your apartment or should I say your former apartment
"Im tired can this wait til tomorrow"
SB: no it cant. stop being difficult and just tell me where you are.
he didnt hear a response
SB: if you wont do it for my sake do it for Nic
*sigh*
"31339 Pacific Coast Highway"
SB: thats a Malibu address
"wow how smart you are. How long before you get here?"
SB: 15 minutes tops
"fine."
 he hung up and drove off.

He was about to ring the doorbell when the door opened.
"Hi"
SB: hi
he entered the house
SB: does she know you moved?
"No not yet"
They sat on the couch in the living room.

"So you wanted to speak to me"
SB: well actually I was wondering if you'd come back to the house with me... please. no questions no objections please
"................. i need to change"
SB: no you dont
"Are you sure about this?"
SB: yes

When they got back to the house lights were off downstairs.
SB: she's in the bedroom go on up.

Nicki was laying with her eyes closed trying her best to fall asleep. She felt someone get on the bed and then hands around her waist. a kiss on her nape and the smell of that familiar shower gel. She turned around to face her.
Jhené: turn that frown upside down
She said softly
Nicki: not very easy to do with most the people close to me mad at me
Jhené: Then you gotta fix that. I mean like in the morning
She opened her mouth to speak
Jhené: no excuses Onika
Nicki: ugh fine tomorrow.
Jhené: come here my big baby
She pulled her closer and they layed there until nicki fell asleep. Jhené heard the bedroom door open and turned her head gently.
Jhené: you ready to come to bed? cause I'll leave
SB: Nah stay the night with her
Jhené: Far-
SB: really its cool *smile*

***************

They'd been sitting talking since 6 in the morning. Jhené found it hard to fall asleep she'd just been in the bed so Nicki would sleep. Safaree hadnt gone to bed at all.
Jhené: she didnt tell you it was me she ran into in the restaurant bathroom
SB: No just that she ran into someone
She gave him the rundown of what happened
SB: wow! your sister
Jhené: yup
SB: you know at first I thought she was just into this for the experience but somewhere along the line she fell in love with you and I think you love her too
Jhené: Safaree you're right, I do love her but Im not Im not in love with her and Im doubt she's in love with me.
"LIAR" she voice in her head scream.
Jhené: we're females the way we love is different so yeah it'll look like more than it is
"I love you Onika but I cant ruin the relationship you have with him" she thought to herself  not hearing half of what SB was saying.
SB: .... So I'm willing to try this again. For her sake.
Jhené: we're ok with it but what about Mrs Maraj?
SB: that will be the most difficult part of this but we can work that out tomorrow when we're in New York.  You could come with us.
Jhené: I can't leave Tay alone in that house
SB: take her you with
Jhené: I dont know...
SB: relax it'll be fine and she'll have fun
Jhené: Safaree...
SB: trust me
She sat there looking at him questioningly.

--NEW YORK-- Nicki's POV

I scowl with frustration at myself in the mirror. Damn it Onika what do you really want? I asked my self that question over and over until it was time to leave for my moms house. She's not gonna change her  mind about this I dont even know why they want me to go. Treating me like a fucking kid. well damn you are acting like one! 
Nicki: Shut Up!!
I blurted out actually talking to myself but of course this nigga gotta think I'm talking to him. Look at them all looking at me like I'm crazy. God!! I pulled my shades down and turned my head to look out the window. They were silent the rest of the ride.
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The car pulled up to her mom's house and she rolled her eyes behind her shades.
Candi: I know you rollin them eyes
Nicki showed her her middle finger. As they approached the front door it opened and Jelani came into view. He greeted them as they entered.
Jhené: no smart mouthing
she said softly to Nicki as she stood infront of her
Nicki: I'll try
Jhené: oh you're gonna do more than try
Jelani: so this is the beautiful girl I've been hearing so much about.
Nicki: Lani she's not interested and who you been hearing from? Other than Caiah?
Jelani: WOW! *shakes head* see now I understand why you're really here.
She opened her mouth to say something else smart until Jhené made a face at her.
Nicki: where is she?
Jelani: Kitchen
He said then walked off.
Candi: Umm we're gonna go out for a min let you guys talk. Tay do you wanna come with us?
She look at her sister first who gave her a nod of approval and left with Candi and Lauren. Nicki too a deep breath and went to go find her mom in the kitchen.

MEANWHILE

Candi: So how old are you
Candi ask as they drove to meet up with TT and Thembi
Tay: Im 19
She replied in a small voice.
Lauren: shy girl I see
Tay: No.. well not really I.. just..
Lauren: Just what?
Tay: never mind
Lauren: come on we're like family now it's cool you can talk to us
Lauren said looking at her through the rear view mirror
Tay: its really nothing
she said looking at Candi and licking her lips unconsciously
Lauren: Oh..
Candi: Oh what?
Lauren: wouldn't yo like to know
Candi: *rolled hers eyes at Lauren* Tay do you have a boyfriend?
Tay: umm.. well. Yeah you could say that
Lauren: you dont sound too sure? he playing slick with you? cause we'll put him in check real quick
Tayihé laughed
Tay: no. its not like that.. Its just.. I  feel like he's just there cause I think Jhené and my mom and dad expect me to have one. But we're really just friends. Cause he like's the dick
Candi: but why do you think that is what they expect of you though?
Tay: I dont even know?
Lauren: well do you even like boys?
She made a disgusted face
Tay: I liked one boy before and that was in junior high. he kissed me in the hallway and I threw up on him
They all burst into laughter
Lauren: wait... *burst out laughing again*
Tay: he was the only one
Candi: so do you have a girlfriend
a cheeky smile crept onto her face when Candi asked her that question and the tone of her voice when she answered
Tay: No I dont have a girlfriend right now.
As they got out the car at TT's, Candi's phone vibrated. She checked to see she had a twitter mention

@HawaiiBarb_T: *kisses* @Candi_2

Candi: all the random kisses i get from girl in TM *giggles*
Lauren: Im telling you!
@Candi_2: RT @HawaiiBarb_T: *kisses* @Candi_2 << *kisses you back* damn you got some sexy lips

A couple seconds after she sent the tweet Tay's phone went off they both looked at her and her phone continued going off as tweets came in.
Tay: I have all you tweets sent to my phone and a  few people in TM too.
Then Lauren's phone started going off
Lauren: whatever you just tweeted sent the barbs into a frenzy
Candi: *giggles* I was just being honest with the kid she has nice lips.
Lauren shook her head as they walked into the house.
TT: leave it up to you to start some shit on twitter before you step foot into my house. You know the barbs aint gon let this go. Who's this pretty little miss?
Candi: Jhené's lil sister
TT: ooohh hey
Tay smiled at her.
TT: so what's going on
Lauren: talkin to mom. You know how that might turn out so we decided to come bug you
Candi: where's Thembz?
TT: went to pick up MJ for me
Candi: Oh ok.

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Nicki was talking to her mom first while Jhené and SB waited in the living room
Nicki: Mom look Im not tryna fight with you about this anymore. I just got done apologizing to you for our first argument about it. Look I cant force you to accept something you dont believe is right. All I'm asking you to do is respect My choices
Mama Carol looked at her daughter then turned to looking out the kitchen window.
Carol: go tell Safaree I want to speak with him
Nicki went and did as she had asked and he went in to her
Carol: why did you lie to me?
SB: mom, Im sorry that wasnt my intention at all
Carol: you dont go playing jealous you're suppose to be the man in the relationship!
he hung his head.
Carol: you never know what you have until you lose it Safaree Lloyd Samuels! Remember my words and remember this was your choice. Go tell that girl I want to speak with her
SB: yes ma'am
He went out and got Jhené. She took a deep breath and closed her eyes for a min before she dared take a step toward the kitchen and when she got in Mama Carol was sitting at the table.
Carol: have a seat
Jhené did as she was told. Carol sat looking into to her eyes for a while then look away as she spoke.
Carol: You love her??
Jhené: I-
Carol: think again before you sit here and lie to me. Maybe you were able to fool Safaree saying that but you wont get it by me.
Jhené looked down
Jhené: I just I dont want to be the reason for their breakup. I dont wanna be-
Carol took her hand into hers
Carol: look at me. You wont be if you stick around but if you leave now, that's it. Onika is hard headed once she sets her mind to something there's no changing it. She has to learn from her her experiences and that's one of the main reasons why I'm enot going to fight her on this anymore. It doesnt mean I think this is ok. Because I dont. But th least I can do is have respect for her choice. You seem a fine young lady from what I've heard you're part of the reason she's here right now and I appreciate that. Thank you. You treat my daughter right.
Jhené: I will.

***Back at TT's**
They were all sitting in the living room watching TV and having girl talk with tay being quiet most of the conversation. Only responding to questions directed to her.
TT: did you guys see the new pics of MJ I put on facebook. Boy wont let me comb his hair *shakes head
Candi: I shouldnt have to go on Facebook just see pics of my nephew
Candi said reaching for her phone to go see the pics. As she signed in she noticed she had 1 new message. She opened it and her eyes grew wide.

It's all yours if you'll have it @HawaiiBarb_T

She was about to speak when she choked.
The girls started laughing
TT: his hair is not that bad Candice stop being extra
She took a sip of her bottled water.
Candi: oh it aint that
She said handing Lauren the phone
Lauren: ok this lil hirl needs her some barbie detention for this pic.
TT: oh Candi Candi Candi
Thembi: ok what are yall talking about
Lauren: oh right you werent here when we were telling TT
Lauren handed her the phone
Thembi: girlllll wait... someone from TM sent you this?
TT: Those kids some freaks
Lauren: they take after their idol
They all laughed except Tay and Thembi
Tay: ummm TT may I use your bathroom please
TT: sure baby girl down the hallway first door on your left
Lauren: her name's cute even though I cant pronounce it. none of my gay TM stalkers been brave enough to send me nude pics
she said as Tay got up
Thembi: you sound like you want them to
Lauren: I dont Im just saying
TT: this name is Hawaiian right?
Candi: yes it is
she responded
TT: tay is Hawaiian right
Candi; what are you tryna get at TT
TT: that we could as her to say the name
Lauren: or if thats her facebook
all eyes went to Lauren
Thembi: you dont think..
Just then Tay walked back in
Tay: what did I miss
Lauren: What's your twitter name?
Tay: @Tay_Okole
TT: your Facebook?
Tay: I dont have facebook.. anymore
she lied
Thembi: How many twitter pages you got?
Tay: 1.. why all the questions?
Candi: guys stop. Its not her
Tay: what's not me?
TT handed her the phone
Tay: oh...
Lauren: are you familiar with that twitter name?
Tay: yes I follow her.. shit
She said as she realized she hadnt changed her FB name back
TT: what?
Tay: nothing
she said handing the phone back to TT
Candice: yall just leave her alone
Candi said seeing she was getting uncomfortable
Thembi: I have one more question
Candi: Thembi..
Tay: no its ok let her ask
Thembi: what's your full name?
Tay: Tayihé Okole
Thembi: You're from Hawaii baby I know better
Tay looked at Candi then back at Thembi
Tay: My name is..Tayihé 'Alohilani Halana Malie Kalani Okole
She said before getting up and walking out. TT looked at the fb name  it read "Halana Malie"
Candi: really Thembi?
Candi said and went after her.
Lauren: are you happy?
Lauren said to thembi as she got up and walked out
Thembi: are they serious right now
TT: Themb just let it go...
When Candi got to the car she didnt find Tay
Candi: just fucking great
She ran down to the street and saw her walking down the block
Candi: Tay! Girl this is not Cali are you fixin to end up missing on my ass? Get back here
Tay: why so you're friends can drill me some more?
Candi: look Im sorry about Thembi ok. Just come back and we'll leave ok.
She turned around and walked hastily back brushing past Candi in the driveway and getting into the car. The drive back was silent as Lauren drove. Candi went back to sign out of facebook when she noticed the account she got the picture from no longer existed. She quickly went to her twitter and realized she had lost someone she followed and a follower. She looked back at Tay who had took her jacket off and had the hood over her face. When they got back to Mama Carol's Candi asked Lauren to go ahead so she could speak to Tay for a bit and she did.
Candi: you know you didnt have to deactivate your account because of Thembi
Tay: I dont know what you're talking about
Candi: look you can be honest with me. its just us
Tay: Im gonna go check on my sister
She said and walked off.

Chapter 17 --> Get It Together

Excuse any typos please and I hope you enjoy...


He used his thumb to wipe away her tears and she closed her eyes, He pulled her in for a kiss. How could he break up with her? They stood there kissing losing themselves in each other totally forgetting about their argument him forgetting the reason he asked to speak to her. This was what it was supposed to be like.

Meanwhile everyone was getting restless in the car. It had been more than 20 minutes since they stayed behind. Terrence took his phone out and tried calling them both but he didnt get an answer. They waited a bit more. 30 minutes and still no sign of them so they opted to go find them. Jhené was the one to go. She walked toward the dressing room hoping not to find them arguing again and she didnt but she wasnt prepared for what she did find out. As she raised her hand to knock on the door she heard Nicki's moans. She pulled her hand back and held it with the other to her chest. She took a step back, took a deep breath and held it. She closed her eyes and just stood there for a moment before opening them and walking the direction she had just come but she didnt go straight to the car in fact she didnt go to the car at all. She went to the front of the building and called herself a cab.

After not seeing her return after 15 mins Terrence decided to go find them himself. As he got to the door he realized he didnt see Jhené. he knocked. Nicki opened the door her hair a mess and her robe on
Terrence: Whoa!! I see we've kissed and made up
Nicki: Im sorry I'll be out in 5
Terrence: mmmhm.. so this is why Jhené didnt come back.. yall some freaks
Nicki looked at him weird
Nicki: what are you talking about?
Terrence: she came to find you like 15 mins ago...oh shit!!!
Nicki: fuck!!
She said under her breath
Nicki: give me a sec
She closed the door and went in
SB: whats wrong?
Nicki: I think Jhené may have overheard us
She said rushing to get her clothes on.
SB:;; oh...... Nic-
She interrupted him with a kiss again
Nicki: see you back at the house k
SB: Nicki
She stopped waiting for him to say what he wanted to, He thought about the words this doesnt make everything better. I think we need a break. But he ended up saying something else.
SB: dont be too long
Nicki: i wont *pecks his lips*


She left with Terrence and as they walked back to the car she tried calling Jhené after the second ring it went to voicemail. She was ignoring her calls. Nicki sent her a text.

Nic: babe pick up please. I really need to talk to you

She didnt  text back. She called back again. Her friends were all itching to say something to her but for some reason they all held back. She held the phone to her ear looking out the window as it rang

Hello... oh hey what's up?.... really? Well I'm real sorry I can't make it to the phone right now but tell you what  leave me a message and I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

Nicki sighed after the voice mail played out and hung up. She just sat staring out the window the whole ride home. When she dot in she went up to her bedroom to shower leaving her friends in the living room.
Lauren: why i get the feeling this is all bout to blow up in her face?
Terrence and Candi chuckled.
Terrence: you aint the only one
he said as he skipped channels looking for something to watch. half an hour later she came down the stairs in sweats and a fitted T. She had her fuzzy house slippers on.
Nicki: Safaree isnt here yet?
Candi: nope!
she responded none of them turned to look at her.
Nicki: I'll be back in a few. tell him to call me if he comes back before I do
She took her car keys up and head out the front door.

When she got to Jhené's place she was hesitant to knock on the door. She kept thinking How do I explain this? And after standing out there for what seemed like five minutes she knocked. The door was answered by an older woman with brown eyes and who looked a lot like Jhené.

Nicki: goodnight, is Jhené in?
Woman: who may I say is here to see her?
Nicki: oh Im sorry. I'm Nicki
Woman: So you are this Nicki Ive been hearing so much about?
Nicki: Only good things I hope
The woman smiled
Woman: Falling too hard for something temporary
She said just looking at Nicki. She was about to ask her what she meant
when
Woman: Im Rose. Jhené's mother. Please come in. It is nice to finally meet you.
Nicki: *smiles* and its a pleasure to meet you. Cant say Ive heard so much about you though.
Rose: oh that is just fine. Let me go tell Jhen you're here. Make yourself comfortable
Nicki sat on the couch fiddling with her fingers. After about 5 minutes she came back out and told Nicki she could go in and speak to her. As she walked in the bedroom door Jhené mumbled something.
Nicki: I know you dont wanna see me but you could at least tell me in English
Jhené rolled her eyes.
Jhené: Im on voice rest doctors orders remember
She said half her words sounding like she was whispering
Nicki: Are you really gonna pull that card with me right now??... Look Im sorry you overheard that b-
Jhené: dont be.. Im glad I did
She said taking a sip of her orange juice
Nicki: dont pull that sarcastic bullshit with me either
Jhené: sarcastic bullshit... *chuckles* wow so much for honesty.
Nicki: look I dont wanna fight with you ok...
Jhené gave her the oh really look
Nicki: I'm just tryna work things out. Its not like you dont know Safaree and I are together you knew that from before we started this relationship. Yeah we might have been upset with each other but that doesnt mean that Ima just break it off with him. couples have arguments
Jhené: I never expected you to break it off with him Nicki!! and yes I expect you two to fuck like any other regular couple would I dont have a fucking problem with it!!! I just told you that yes im glad i over heard and you're gon talk bout sarcastic bullshit! Do you even know why I said that.. Because it was a wake up call for me!! Just a lil reminder that this lil thing between me and you, its temporary!!! There's your sarcastic bullshit!!
She had tears streaming down her face
Nicki: babe-
Jhené: dont!! let me point out where the fucking problem is since you're obviously looking in the wrong direction. firstly your mom who doesnt agree with this whole fling and honestly i respect her cause she has the guts enough to put it out in the open but Safaree is going around with a bitch ass attitude!! Now there is someone who has a fucking problem!! He agreed to this whole thing!! He gave you the go-ahead yet he's up in his feelings about you spending too much time with me!! And did you ask him what his fucking problem is?? No!! He gets some pussy and I'm the one getting the shitty end of the stick!!

She shouldnt be shouting but she couldnt stop herself.  She had her back to Nicki and she just closed her eyes and took a deep breath letting her tears fall. She never wanted it to go like this. She was about to open her eyes when she felt arms wrap around her waist, a her head against her back and heard her let out a sigh.
Nicki: why did you leave?
Jhené: why should I have stayed?
She asked back her voice sounding the worst it had since she's been sick.
Nicki: for me?
Jhené: you didnt need me..
She pulled Nicki's hands down from her waist gently and turned around to face her
Nicki: I wouldnt have had you there in the first place if I didnt
Jhené looked away
Jhené: Nic loo-
She cut her off with a kiss and for a moment Jhené relaxed and was about to lose herself in it but then she pulled away.
Jhené: Nic I can't. *looks her in her eyes*
NIcki: cant what?
She just looked at her
Nicki: I'll talk to him *pecks her lips* and my mom *pecks lips again*
Jhené closed her eyes and Nicki rested her forehead against hers, stroking her cheek with her thumb
Nicki: Tell me what your thinking?
She whispered
Jhené: I need some time.. took think about this
Nicki looked up at her, she thought for a moment
Nicki: ok...

When Nicki got back to the house Safaree wasnt there. Candi was the only one still there Terrence and Lauren had left.
Candi: we need to talk
Nicki: Im not in the mood Candice
Candi: well I suggest you get in it. What are you doing Nika?
Nicki: living my life I'd suggest you do the same
Candi: Im not here for you're smart ass comments this evening Im trying to help you
Nicki: you're making it sound like Im fucking disabled i dont need help
Candi: OMG will you stop picking a fight and just listene!  What the hell has gotten into you?
Nicki: excuse me?!
Candi: you know either way you do this somebody is gonna end up getting hurt. Hell people are already hurt from you bitching out on everybody!
Nicki: if yall dont want me bitching out then stay the fuck up out my business! its that simple
Candi: *shakes head, grabs purse and leaves*
Nicki rolled her eyes. She took her phone out and texted Jhené

Nic: Im home. Miss you already I had plans for us for after the show remember *bites bottom lip*. I was gon show you all the things they couldnt see when you helped me out of my out fit

She smiled to herself and head up the stairs to her bedroom. She removed her clothes then took a picture and attached it to the text then sent it. Her phone vibrated

Jhené: nice to know ur home safe. Good night.

*****************Saturday

Nicki walked down the stairs to where he was waiting in the living room
SB: you look beautiful
Nicki: thank you *shy smile*
SB: ready to go?
Nicki: yup
They were going out for lunch and to finally sit and talk things over. they didnt want to do it at home because they figured they'd only end up arguing so they decided to talk this way. When they got too the restaurant they were greeted by their now favorite waiter Juan. He seated them in a private area and handed them their menus leaving them to decide on what they wanted to eat.

SB: what are you gonna have?
Nicki hadnt even picked up her menu yet she was sitting there looking at him.
SB: you ok?
Nicki: why did you lie to me?
SB: about what?
Nicki: *sigh* Safaree nows really not the time to act stupid you know what Im talking about
He put his eyes back on the menu not answering her question. She grabbed the menu from his hands and put it down
Nicki: we came here so we could talk without arguing dont play with me
SB: I didnt lie to you Nicki
Nicki: then what do you call it Safaree?
SB: Im sorry. Truth is I got jealous and when I saw your mom wasnt all for it I used that to my advantage. I dont have a problem with you seeing her I have a problem with you forgetting about me in the process
Nicki: You were jealous!! and I didnt forget about you Safaree!! Most of whats happened so far is because of your actions. Did you stop to think about how you being all in your feelings would affect everyone else?
Juan came back to ask if they were ready to order and they did. Taking what they usually had whenever they went there to eat. He took their order and left.
Nicki: you've got to be fucking kidding me. Ive known you to be many things Safaree but too pussy to tell me of all persons how you feel about something is totally new.
SB: whatever
he said under is breath
Nicki: thats all you're gonna say?.. who the fuck are you? Maybe your ass needs to go back to New York for a min cause Im not sure who I have sitting across from me right now
Juan returned with their food but Nicki just picked at hers to annoyed too eat. She wanted to shout some sense into him but they were in public so she fought to keep her cool. After forking some of her salad into her mouth she put the fork down
Nicki: Im goin to the restroom she said with an attitude and he could tell she wanted to lash out at him.

When Nicki got to the restroom door she heard talking
Female Voice: Jhen hurry we're gonna be late for your appointment
She opened the door and saw a beautiful blonde standing in front of the sink fixing her hair, she had beautiful blue eyes. Nicki could tell blonde wasnt her natural color. Her hair was bleach icy blonde with black streaks at the extreme back. She noticed Nicki staring and smiled at her through the mirror.
Blonde: Ahh you're Nicki Minaj. I love you like Im a huge fan
Nicki smiled at her.
She was about to walk towards the sink when one of the stall doors opened and Jhené walked out. As she took her first step out she noticed Nicki. The two stood looking at each other?
Nicki: you've been ignoring my calls, texts messages, you'r enevr home when I come over? avoiding me?
Jhené: *sigh* I told you I need time Nic
Blonde: you know each other
They ignored her. Jhené walked to the sink and washed her hands
Nicki: time to think not time start dating someone else
Blonde: whoa!! Jhené you were dating Nicki Minaj
She said in a surprised voice
Nicki: is dating! present tense sweet heart!
Jhené: dont do this right now Nicki
Blonde: Umm-
NIcki: *holds hand up* dont speak
Jhené: Oh My G.. *sighs* Tayihé i'll meet you in the car
Tayihé: bu-
Jhené: just go!
She left rolling her eyes at Jhené before she did.
Nicki: Is that why you wont speak to me?
Jhené: Spending time with my little sister no thats not the reason
Nicki looked away. Jhené walked over to her with her arms open
Jhené : come here *holds her* Im not dating anyone ok. I can barely sleep at nights cause all I think about is you. But you need time to get things together. You need to speak with Safaree your mom, find out where things are with them before we can do this.
Jhené pulled away and held both sides of her face looking into her eyes.
Jhené: you have nothing to worry about Im yours until the day you tell me you want nothing to do with me and probably even after that too *smiles*.. and you've got to stop bitchn out on people ok baby. Ive got to go
She kissed her deeply before leaving. Nicki turned looking at herself in the mirror.

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Preview Chapter 17

He used his thumb to wipe away her tears and she closed her eyes, He pulled her in for a kiss. How could he break up with her? They stood there kissing losing themselves in each other totally forgetting about their argument him forgetting the reason he asked to speak to her. This was what it was supposed to be like.

Meanwhile everyone was getting restless in the car. It had been more than 20 minutes since they stayed behind. Terrence took his phone out and tried calling them both but he didnt get an answer. They waited a bit more. 30 minutes and still no sign of them so they opted to go find them. Jhené was the one to go. She walked toward the dressing room hoping not to find them arguing again and she didnt but she wasnt prepared for what she did find out. As she raised her hand to knock on the door she heard Nicki's moans. She pulled her hand back and held it with the other to her chest. She took a step back, took a deep breath and held it. She closed her eyes and just stood there for a moment before opening them and walking the direction she had just come but she didnt go straight to the car in fact she didnt go to the car at all. She went to the front of the building and called herself a cab.

After not seeing her return after 15 mins Terrence decided to go find them himself. As he got to the door he realised he didnt see Jhené. he knocked. Nicki opened the door her hair a mess and her robe on
Terrence: Whoa!! I see we kiss and made up
Nicki: Im sorry I'll be out in 5
Terrence: mmmhm.. so this is why Jhené didnt come back.. yall some freaks
Nicki looked at him weird
Nicki: what are you talking about?
Terrence: she came to find you like 15 mins a...oh shit!!!

To be continued...

Maaaaaaaaaaaaaaan... mmm mmm mmm.....

Chapter 16 -> All From Your Body Language Pt 2

Candi: did I stutter? I said on her way to the airport

Lauren: Nicki what happened?

Nicki: We argued, I apologized Its not that serious

Candi: obviously more serious than you think for her to pack up and leave without telling you she was.

Lauren: Ima bet you said some shit. You and your big mouth

Nicki: Lauren don’t even start with me *rolls eyes*

She got her phone and dialed her mom’s number. It rang out to her voicemail. She tried three more times still no answer

Nicki: is she really gonna do this right now?

Lauren: just let her go Nic caus you know no matter what if it is as serious as to make her leave she’s not coming back no matter what you say to her. Nicki sighed and ran her and through her hair..

Nicki: ok

Candi: cheer up boo. Take a shower and meet us downstairs

Nicki: yeah I'll do that

Lauren: by the way where's Jhené?

Nicki: you haven't seen her?

Candi: obviously not

Nicki glared at her

Nicki: she’s prolly still asleep I'll go check before I shower

Lauren: now checking does not mean we should hear yo ass up here moaning

Nicki: *smiles* if you don’t wanna hear it cover yo gahtdamn ears

They all giggled as they exited her room, them heading downstairs and Nicki to Jhené's room at the other end of the hall. She knocked before she opened the door and peeked in. Jhené was still all wrapped up asleep. Nicki walked over and got in beside her a smile crept on Jhené's face. Nicki pecked her lips

Nicki: whoa!! *places her hand on her forehead* my baby's running a fever?

Jhené copied Nicki's action with her own hand

Jhené: feels cold to me? I'm fine

Nicki: No you're not. I’m calling my doc

She made to get out the bed

Jhené: Nic you don’t have to I'll be fine. It's just a little fever *puts her hand around Nicki's waist*

Nicki: You sure? I mean you were fine last night? So..? I dont get it.

Jhené: It's not sudden I've been feeling a bit sick since the day before yesterday. I just didn’t say anything

Nicki glared at her.

Jhené: I'm sorry I didn’t think it would get this serious

Nicki: Im calling my doc and Ima ask him to come take a look at you.

Jhené: Babe please just… *sigh* You aren’t gonna give up on this doctor thing are you

Nicki: nope!

Jhené: *sigh* ok if I’m not feeling better by 3 o clock then you can call him but not a minute before that

Nicki: Fine. *kisses her*

Jhené pulled away

Jhené: babe what if its contagious?

Nicki: I don’t care

Jhené: well I do. I don’t want you getting sick too.

Nicki: one last kiss?

Jhené kissed her briefly and she smiled.

Nicki: Oh Candi and Lauren are here. Ima shower and meet them downstairs. They were asking for you

Jhené: ok. What about your mom?

Nicki: She left this morning

Jhené: wasn’t she supposed to be leaving on Tuesday?

Nicki: yeah... *sigh* It’s cool though don’t worry about it. She'll be ok

Jhené: maybe it would help if I talked to her?

Nicki: trust me you do not-

Jhené: Nicki... Please

Nicki: ok after the girls leave I'll give you her number and you can give her a call

Jhené: no… face to face

Nicki just looked at her

Jhené: I'll fly up to New York or whatever it takes but I don’t wanna do it over the phone

Nicki: I'll think about it

Jhené: ok. Now go shower.

Nicki: wanna join me *smiles*

Jhené: hmmmm… ok and you better behave

Nicki: you shouldn’t even have to think about that! And I can’t promise but I'll try *giggles*

They went back to Nicki's room with her and they head for the bathroom. She was shivering like crazy and Nicki noticed it. She turned the hot water on and let her step in first.

****

After their shower they got dressed and went downstairs to find Lauren and Candi. Jhené had Nicki's blanket over her and settled down on the couch in the living room as Nicki went to get food and find the girls in the kitchen. She got food for her and Jhené, Lauren and Candi had started on the liquor. She just shook her head at them

Candi: what?!

Candice said after seeing what she had done

Nicki: Nothing.. Y’all coming?

Lauren: Do you see us fucking??

Candi almost choked on her vodka and burst out laughing

Lauren: *giggles* I’m playing. Why don’t you eat in here? Where's Né?

Nicki: She in the living room. Not feeling well

Candi: Is it bad

Nicki: Don’t know I'm not a doctor Candice!!

She said as she walked off. The girls followed her. When she got back to the living room Jhené looked to be asleep. She checked her temperature again with the back of her hand and felt she had gotten warmer. She was really starting to get worried. She used Candi's phone and called her doctor asking him to come take a look at her. Nicki brought their food back to the kitchen she couldn’t eat any more and she didn’t want to wake Jhené.

Lauren: She just got sick all of a sudden?

Nicki: No she told me she hasn’t been feeling well since the day before yesterday

Candi: I really hope it’s not bad.

Nicki: *sigh* yeah me too

Lauren: How long before doctor Cartier gets here?

Nicki: an hour and a half

Jhené: babe *lifts hand top throat* I told you *swallows* I don’t need a doctor

She was hoarse

Lauren: I see you two have something in common. The stubbornness *shekes head*

Nicki rolled her eyes at Lauren

Jhené: Babe.. Some water.. Please

It came out as a mere whisper

Candi: I'll get it

Nicki: Thanks Can.. And you no more talking. The doctor is on his way.

Dr Cartier came and examined Jhené. He told them it was Laryngitis. He asked that she come in for further check up the next day to make sure it was just due to an over use of her voice and not viral. He also told her to get some Tylenol and drink lots of fluids.

**Later that evening**

Nicki was in the Kitchen making her spaghetti when she heard the boys come in through the front door and from the laughter she knew it wasn’t just Safaree and her little brother. Her cooking led them straight to the kitchen. Safaree walked over and hugged her from behind then kissed her neck. It was then that she realized she hadn’t thought about him much today.

Safaree: hey baby

Nicki: hey

 She responded dryly and he took notice. He didn’t acknowledge it he just walked to the fridge grabbing bottles of water and tossing them to the guys before they all walked back to the living room. Nicki rolled her eyes. She grabbed a plate because the food was almost ready and put it on a tray. She got a fruit juice from the fridge for Jhené and a bottle of Dasani for herself. As she was turning the stove off Caiah walked in

Nicki: you ready to eat

Caiah: no I wanna eat when SB is eating

Nicki: *rolls eyes* whatever

She said just above a whisper Caiah just looked at her for a moment before walking back out.  She went upstairs from the back stairway avoiding having to walk through the living room and went up to Jhené’s room.

Later that night as she got out the shower she heard Safaree walk into her room. She wrapped a towel around her and walked out the bathroom. He was sitting on the bed removing his jewelery she didn’t say a word to him just got her lotion and sat on the opposite side of the bed.

Safaree: I’m gonna fly up to New York with Macaiah on Tuesday

He said without looking around at her

Nicki:  EXCUSE ME?!!

SB: I promised your mom I’d fly up with him besides I wanna go see my mom so I figured I’d just do it then

She got up and turned around looking at him

Nicki:  I HAVE A FUCKING SHOW ON TUESDAY!! YOU KNOW THAT!! SO I DON’T GIVE A FUCK WHO YOU MADE A PROMISE TO IF HE CANT FLY BY HIMSELF THEN HE’S GONNA DAMN WELL WAIT UNTIL YOU’RE FUCKING FREE BEFORE HE CAN LEAVE!!

SB: he has school

Nicki: I DONT GIVE A FUCK!!!

SB: really?!! wow now you’re just being fucking selfish Nicki!! It’s your fault anyway so why the hell you mad at me?? I wasn’t the one who made my mom feel uncomfortable telling her it’s my house and Ima do as I please in it! Its not like you need me around here anyway you have Jhené!! She’s the one getting all your attention so tell you what Nic let her go with you to the show..

She looked at him like he was stupid and opened her mouth to yell but stopped herself. She turned to face the large mirror on the wall

Nicki: Get the fuck out my room Safaree.. and while you’re at it get the fuck out my house

He looked at her then looked at the floor

SB: Ni-

Nicki: JUST GO!!!

***

They were sitting watching  a late movie when Macaiah walked down the stairs. Safaree still hadnt come back. 

Nicki: its minutes to twelve why are you still up?

Caiah: Nothing... Is SB back?

Nicki: Go back upstairs and go to bed Macaiah!!

Caiah: Fine

he mumbled and head back up.She really didnt mean to be so harsh to him

Jhené: Nic you-

she started off in her groggy voice

Nicki: I dont wanna hear it

she snapped. Jhené let out a sigh leaned her head to the left and ran her hand through her hair. Nicki turned to her

Nicki: so what now you gon be mad at me too?

Jhené: Babe I-

Nicki: Just...

She got up and walked away. Jhené got up turned the tv off and head upstairs to the bedroom she was staying in.

The next morning Jhené was due at the doctors. She got up took a hot shower and got dressed. She didnt want to bother Nicki, she knew she wasnt in a very good mood from the night before so she left her a note to tell her where she was before leaving.

Macaiah was sitting in the tv room watching cartoons and talking to his mom on the phone. Nicki had just come down to look for him because she had gone to his room to apologize but he wasnt in there. As she approached the TV room she heard him talking she peeked in on him

Caiah: Noooo. I wanna come back today please...................... But I can fly by myself.................... Why can't you ask Jelani to come get me then?.................. because... fine!............. SB's isnt here................ I heard them arguing and she told him to leave........................................ but mom............pleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaaaaaaaaaaassssssssssseee........................ ok.. ok love you too. Im going to go pack now... k bye..

He turned the tv off got up and turned around to see Nicki standing there with a look of hurt on her face. He didnt say anything just stood there. 

Nicki: so Jelani is gonna come get you? 

He didnt answer he just looked at her. They stood there silent for a few minutes then her phone started to ring, she looked at the caller ID it was her older brother as she answered Macaiah head out the room. 

After speaking with Jelani Nicki head to the kitchen to make breakfast. As she ate she read over the note Jhené left her. 

Sorry for leaving without you seeing me first but I didnt wanna wake you. I know you havent really been in a good mood since last night and I didnt wanna be responsible for you waking up in that mood this morning. I'll let you know what the doctor says as soon as I'm done. *kisses*

PS. Ima head back to my place after my doctors appointment

Nicki sighed. Great now she doesnt want to be around me. She thought to herself. She got her phone out and texted Jhené

Nic: so now what you dont wanna be around me?

It took a few minutes before she responded.

Jhené: what?? babe i never said that.. 

Nic: whatever... what did the doctor say

Jhené really didnt want to make this into a full argument so she just ignored her attitude and responded

Jhené: over use of my voice. he's putting me on voice rest for 2 weeks

Nic: *pouts* all of 2 weeks?

Jhené: :( i know.. but hey it'll go by quickly

Nic: *sigh* i hope. where are you now?

Jhené: the store getting juice. you ok? is SB back? you still being a meanie to your lil bro?

Nic: NO!! Im not ok :'(.. I dont wanna talk about Safaree right now and Caiah is not talking to me. In fact he called mom and is having Jelani come get him today. Guess he hates me now.

Jhené: he does not hate you. he's just a bit upset. Go talk to him and you need to talk to Safaree

Nic: -_-...

Jhené: dont give me that face. Im bout to drive I'll call you when I get home. *kisses*

Nic: kk baby *kisses*

She put the plate in the dishwasher then dialed Safaree's number. It rang straight to voice mail so she hung up and went up to speak to her brother. He had finished packing away his stuff and was sitting reading a book. 

Nicki: hey.. i wanna speak to you for a minute is that ok?

He marked his page closed his book and sat up looking at her.

Nicki: I'm sorry about last night I didnt mean to be mean. I wasnt angry with you but I let my anger get the better of me and took it out on you. I also want you to know that you werent the reason Safaree and I were arguing and Im sorry if you thought that.

Caiah: ok.

Nicki: thats all your going to say?

He looked down. 

Nicki: so apparently Jelani is in Long Beach, he's been since yesterday. He says he'll be by later to get you if you still want to go. He doesnt go back to New York until tomorrow though so you'll have to stay by his hotel with him.

Caiah: ok

Nicki: I'm gonna go get ready to go to the studio. I made breakfast, your fave *half smile* so you can eat until its time to go.

Caiah: I already had cereal and orange juice

Nicki: Oh.. ok

When Nicki got back to her room she couldnt help but let the tears run down her cheeks. She head for the shower and when she got in she stood letting the water run down her face as she held her breath. To say she was hurting was an understatement. 

*************

(Monday)

 Macaiah had gone back with Jelani and she was at rehearsals for her performance tomorrow. Safaree had come by the house but only to pick up stuff and just like he came without speaking to Nicki he left.

Nicki: ok guys take 10 then we start again from the top.

she told her dancers and the rest of the crew. Jhené wrote her a note as they walked back to Nicki's dressing room.

Jhené: You were great baby!! :) so damn sexy Im mad all those people are going to  get to see you in that itty bitty outfit.

Nicki laughed

Nicki: dont worry baby they aint seeing much.. and after the show tomorrow Ima show exactly what they're missing out on *kisses her* 

After rehearsals Nicki and Jhené went for ice cream and then head back to Nicki's place. When they got there his car was inthe drive way. They went in an he was in the living room layed out on the couch watching football. Nicki head up to shower without saying a word to him. Jhené waved to him and looked in her direction. She said hey just moving her lips and he said hey back before putting his attention bak to the game. Jhené shook her head and went up to find Nicki. 

The next morning it was all hectic. Hair make- up outfits and Safaree and Nicki not speaking to each other. Terrence thought it wise not to interfere until after her performance even though shit was eating at him. The good thing is that even though they were pissed at each other he showed up to support her. When it was time for the show he went on and did what he was supposed to do. Hype the crowd up. But sure enough her real fans knew something wasnt right and a few that got to see her after the show had questions. As much as she hated lying to them she did. She had to. So she told them everything was ok when she knew it wasnt. She knew they didnt believe but she was sticking to her story. After speaking to her fans she head back to her dressing room he was waiting for her by the door. 

SB: may I speak with you for a minute... please

Nicki: ummm sure

She turned to Jhené 

Jhené: *whispers* go ahead I'll wait in the car.

They went into the dressing room and he closed the door behind him. 

SB: i dont know how to say this but... 

He saw the look on her face and thought again about what he was going to say but before he couldnt speak againn she walked up and kissed him

Nicki: *whispers against his lips* dont do this.. please

a single tear ran down her cheek as she gently shook her head no. He took a deep breath and 

SB: Nicki..

Nicki: Faree please 

She felt like her heart was about to stop as he stood there just looking into her eyes.

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Chapter 15 -> All From Your Body Language Pt 1

Macaiah quickly made his way to his bedroom and locked the door. He sat on his bed thinking about what he saw. He knew it wasn't Safaree because he had left Safaree and his mom in the kitchen making dinner. He knew that only left Jhnené, she was the only other person staying over. He thought about all the times Nicki would talk about girls intimately in her raps, raps he hid and listened to because he wasnt allowed to listened to some of her music.

At dinner he sat quietly eyeing Nicki every now and then and when their eyes made four he'd quickly look away.
Carol: So Jhené, how did you and my daughter meet?
Jhené: we *looks at Nicki*.. we met at a get together her friends were having. Safaree had brought me along with him
Carol looked at Safaree then Nicki and back to Jhené
Carol: oh, well how did you and Safaree meet?
Jhené: we lived next door to each other on the same apartment complex. We'd see each other in the mornings when we went to the gym and on other occasions
Carol: that's how you two became friends?
Jhené: yes ma'am
Nicki: Mom stop with the Q & A please you're making her uncomfortable
Carol: I'm just getting to know about her Onika, am I making you uncomfortable dear?
Jhené: *smiles* No ma'am
Carol: see
Nicki rolled her eyes.
Caiah: may I be excused please?
Carol looked and saw he had finished most his food so she allowed him to leave the table telling him before he left to make sure he went and took his bath.

When they were all finished eating Nicki and Jhené cleared the table while Safaree and Carol went to talk in the living room.

Jhené: *closes dishwasher* think you need to have a talk with your brother
Nicki: his ass shouldnt have been snooping around in the first place but I will
:Jhené: I doubt he was snooping more like looking to spend some time with his favorite and only famous big sis.
Nicki: *smiles* truuue
She said backing Jhené against the counter
Jhené: Nicki... what are you doing?
Nicki: what does it look like Im doing? Im about o kiss you
Jhené: haven't we gotten caught one time too many already and your mom and Safaree are in the other room
Nicki: ugh! Fine *folds arms and pouts*
Jhené: awwe bookie dont worry you'll get what you want soon and *whispers in her ear* it'll be worth the wait I promise... Now let's go up and you can go have a talk with the munchkin

When she got to got to Macaiah's room he was watching TV
Nicki: Hey
Caiah: Hey sis
Nicki: can I talk to you for I bit?
Caiah: sure
She went and sat on his bed and he turned the TV off
Nicki: about what you saw earlier I-
Caiah: Nicki I've seen two girls kiss before
Nicki: *shocked face* Macaiah Maraj where the-
Caiah: at school and stop freaking out I mean you talk about other girls in a lot of your raps
Nicki: raps you arent suppose to be listening to
Caiah: but I listen to them anyway. all my frineds do
He said with a little attitude
Nicki: oh?!
Caiah: besides now when kids at school say "your sister is a freak" I can say " and her girlfriend cuter than Angie Jolie" then walk away
Nicki: ok you know what *gently pushes him down on the bed, pulls cover over his head and and stacks two pillows on top of him* Shower and go to bed. You are too much..

After she left her brother's room she went to Jhené's. On opening the door she heard Carol clear her throat.
Nicki: hey, where's Safaree? I was just getting Jhené so we could watch a movie together
Carol: He's downstairs and I wont be joining you all for that movie however, I would like to speak to you before you go downstairs
Nicki: O..Okay *smiles* I'll be there in a few

As she walked into Jhené's room she walked out the bathroom with a yellow towel wrapped around her and her hair wet.
Nicki: *bites bottom lip gently and with a sly smile * looks like I'm right on time
Jhené: *smiles* dont start
Nicki: way to shut me down
Jhené: *giggles* how did it go with Macaiah
Nicki: well I will have you know that he claims to have seen two girls kiss before and says the next time kids at school tell him his sister is a freak he's gonna tell them that her girlfriend is cuter then Angie Jolie
Jhené: burst into giggles* he did not!!
Nicki: Oh girl he did
Jhené: he is too much
NIcki: tell me about it... anyway I was thinking we could watch a movie together so Ima shower and meet you downstairs. You can chill with Faree till I come.Ohh nd my mom wants to speak to me so Ima be a bit longer
Jhené: wait.. Macaiah didnt-
Nicki: No, no and he wont trust me
Jhené: ok... well go see what mama wants then
Nicki: son I feel like a teenager in my own home

She said as she walked out the door.

*****
*knocks door*
Nicki: mom, may I come in?
Carol: yes you may baby
Carol was in bed doing some light reading. When Nicki sat on the bed she put her book marker back in and closed the book.
Nicki: what's up?
Carol: you tell me Onika
Nicki: Well there's nothing much going on with  me. Just been doing some recording and interviews. The usual and I have a show coming up
Carol: not exactly the answer I was looking for. I had a little talk with Safaree about the whole apartment situation and a few other things
Nicki: mom I-
Carol: it's ok, you dont owe me an explanation. What I am curious about is your beautiful friend down the hall. Is there something going on between you two?
Nicki: Oh my G- What did Safaree say to you
Carol: so there is something going on?
Nicki: she's just a friend mom
Carol: Onika just friends is like you relationship with Lauren or Candice  you two sat  at that dinner table looking across at each other like you each wanted the other on the plates infront of you instead of my lasagna .
Nicki: MOM!! *shocked face* I am not about to have this conversation with you right
She got up to leave out the room
Carol: sweetie that man downstairs adores you. He would do anything to please you. I dont see why you feel the need to do this
Nicki: I know he does and he doesnt have a problem with this. We have an agreement!
Carol" and did you once stop and think that maybe he agreed to this because he doesnt want to lose you
Nicki: oh is that what he told you? cause he damn sure seemed happy when he was saying this could be a win situation for him. What he couldnt hold his own so he sent you to do his dirty work
Carol: you will watch your language when you speak to me! an Safaree didnt ask me to speak to you about this.! I did it because-
Nicki: because what?! you dont think its right?! Its MY choice, Im an adult its my mistake to make and this is my house!!
She yelled back.
Carol: *raises hands in defeat* Ok Onika *shakes head*
Nicki: Mom I-
Carol: Dont... I'd like to go to bed now if thats not too much to ask
Nicki: Mom..
Carol: Onika just leave me be.. please

As she walked slowly down the hallway towards her bedroom Jhené saw her and asked if she was ok.
Nicki: Just fine!
She responded sarcastically
Nicki: meet you downstairs in a few k
Jhené: ok

Nicki took a hot long shower then pulled on a fitted t shirt and a Victoria's secret shorts. When she got downstairs she found Jhené alone
Nicki: where's Faree
Jhené: said we should go ahead and start without him. How'd it go with your mom?
Nicki: bad! *sigh* she knows
Jhené: knows what?
Nicki: about us
Jhené: How?!
Nicki: she says she saw the way we were looking at each other.
Jhené: I mean yeah we did exchange some intense stares but.. thats all
Nicki: Né its my mother she's psychic
Jhené: what'd she say?
Nicki: I really .. I dont wanna think about it right now. She was just being-
Jhené: you mother. Nicki you need to make things right with her
Nicki: I plan to
Jhené: ok so go
Nicki: Now? trust me she does not wanna speak to me right now
Jhené: yes now and if she doesnt respond just tell her what you have to say
Nicki: what about our movie time
Jhené: your mom is more important

*****
She knocked on Carol's bedroom door before opening it and looking in
Nicki: May I?
Carol: It's your house Onika do as you please
She was still reading. Nicki walked over to the bed and sat down
Nicki: Mom Im sorry. I was disrespectful and I really didnt mean to go off on you like that I know you're just looking out for me. I appreciate that. I would like to ask though, I know you may not agree with what is going on with Jhené, Safaree and I, but I ask that you respect my choices please and if this all blows up in my face then you have all the right to say I told you so..

She waited for Carol to say something but nothing came
Nicki: So.. you're not talking to me now?...... *sigh* I'll leave you now.  I love you. Good night ma.
Carol: good night
She closed the door behind her and stood outside it for a few seconds before making her way down the stairs.

***NEXT DAY***

Candi: I bet her ass still asleep
She said as Lauren opened the front door with her key
Lauren: you know damn well her ass still asleep she has a man and a woman to give her afreaking workout in the nights
Candi: she wouldnt! Not with Mama C and Caiah in the house
Lauren: her freaky ass prolly.. No., Nope forget it
Lauren said they walked into the kitchen each holding a bottle of GTvodka
Carol: Morning ladies
Both: Good morning mom
They each gave her a hug. She was making coffee
Carol: isnt it a bit too early to be drinking that?
Candi: oh we dont plan to drink it right now. Its for later
Carol: *smiles* would you girls like some coffee?
Both: sure. thank you
Lauren: Its after 11 Nicki isnt up yet?
Carol: havent seen her since last night and Ive been up since 5am
Candi: what about Jhené?
Carol: havent seen her either
Lauren: Safaree?
Carol: out since 8 Caiah is with him and teh other guys. they took out that fancy car Macaiah has been going on and on about
Candi: the T-Rex
Carol: I believe that's it.
Candi: they wont be home anytime soon
Carol finished her coffee washed the cup and turned it down. Just as she did there was a knock at the front door
Carol: that must be the driver
Candi and Lauren looked at each other and followed her out to the living room. It was then that they noticed her luggage beside the couch, her purse resting neatly on top.
Candi: we thought you were leaving on Tuesday?
Carol: decided to cut my trip short
Lauren: what about Caiah
Carol: he'll come back on Tuesday as planned. Safaree is flying up with him
The girls looked at each other
Carol: ok ladies take care of yourselves and hope to see you soon
Candi: Something went down in this house last night
Lauren: tell me about it
As the front door closed they both made their way up to Nicki's room and begab knocking on the door. After a few minutes they heard her yell " Macaiah leave me alone" so Candi yelled back
Candi: it's not Caiah he's not here!
A few more minutes passed and the door opened.
Nicki: why are yall at my door yelling so early in the morning and where is Macaiah?
Candi: FYI its after 12 and he's out with Safaree. They've been out since 8 this morning. Took the T Rex out.
Nicki: you too have been here since 8?
Lauren: Hell No! we do have lives sweetie
Candi: and me
Nicki and Lauren looked at her eyes wide
Nicki: *rolls eyes* anyways how do you know Caiah isnt here then
Lauren: Mama C
Nicki: Oh.. Where is she?
Candi: On her way to the airport
Nicki: what?!
(OOP)
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Yeah, Soo No I dont like this half of this chapter seems a bit blah, but I hope you do. Comment tell me how you feel what you think is gonna happen..... There was more, however my fingers are tired, Im tired and there's a 3yr old nagging me for tea and wants me to play when he should be sleeping. He is the reason I didnt finish typing from earlier. So DEAL!! *side-eyes Mulan*  its not 20 pages its 11 of 22! Love ya too!! Hey that rhymed :D.. Love you guys! Mwuah!!

Chapter 14 -> Unexpected

I really didnt like this chapter. Thought about posting tomorrow instead but I said I would tonight so here you go...

She just stood there for a few minutes after Safaree walked out and took some deep breaths, before walking towards the kitchen to head out back to the others. She found Candi in the kitchen getting more liquor to bring out back to their friends.

Candi: what's up with you?

She stopped what she was doing and leaned on the counter looking at Nicki

Nicki: Safaree, he walked in on Jhené and I talking

Candi: oooohh... What did he say?

Nicki: Nothing. He heard everything then just left. Candi what am i doing?

Candice walked over and hugged her friend

Candi: *sigh* you're acting on your feelings babe. You've never been one not to and even he knows that. Go home and talk to him.

Nicki: *deep sigh* Ok. May I borrow your car?

Candi: Oh he left you here like that?! Uh uh!.... Keys are in my purse in the living room

Nicki: Thanks. Call you later

Candi: Ok

Nicki left and Candi went back out to the others

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When Nicki got home Safaree wasnt there. She searched the whole house and didnt find him. However, her car had been parked in the garage and his was gone. She called his phone several times but he didnt pick up so she left him voice messages. She went to her room for a pillow and her blanket then came back and got comfy on the couch watching TV and waiting for him to come home.

It was a few minutes after 8 in the am when he walked in and found her asleep on the couch. He turned the tv off then went up to go shower. After his shower he got dressed and went back down to make breakfast. He got to the entrance of the living room and saw her, hands over her eyes as she took a deep breath then turn her head and look at him. He didnt flip out on him they just stayed looking each other in the eyes until he looked away. He gently shook his head and walked to the kitchen. She called to him but all he said was "Good morning Nicki" and continued to the kitchen.She got up and went after him. She got into the kitchen and stood in the doorway looking at him.

Nicki: Safaree can we talk? please?

SB: Sure after you shower and we eat

He responded without looking over at her.

Nicki: OK

Nicki said caught off-guard by his calm disposition. She slowly turned on her heels and went to have her shower. After her shower she pulled on one of Safaree's T-shirts from her closet and went back downstairs to teh kitchen where he was making breakfast. She sat at the counter and he place a plate infront of her and then made her a cup of tea. Her giving her her breakfast he made himself a plate and sat. They ate in silence. When they were done eating he cleared the dishes and put them in the dishwasher then turned around to her

SB: you wanted to talk

Nicki: umm yeah... Can we go sit in the living room?

SB: yeah sure

They walked out the kitchen and Safaree took a seat in one of the smaller couches, Nicki sat on the largets one and after several deep breaths began talking

Nicki: I dont even know where to begin.. Safaree you know I love you. I dont want you to feel like you're losing me to Jhené because you're not its just.. I can't just ignore my feelings I-

SB: Wow Nicki *chuckles* so hold a minute.. If this was another guy I would be expected to accept the fact that you can't just ignore your feelings?

Nicki: NO! Faree it's not another guy. We wouldnt even been having this conversation if it was another guy because I have the only guy that I want and that's you. I just with her its different maybe it's because this is something I've always wanted to try or maybe it's just her I dont know I really dont get where these feelings are coming from but I want the chance to explore them. Thats why I wanted to talk to you.

SB: Oh so you want my permission to fuck somebody else what one time, two, ten? and then what Nicki? You already been doing shit with her behind my back so why you asking for my permission now anyway?

Nicki: It was one kiss and I was honest enough to tell you about it

SB: yeah days after.

Nicki: Faree... please can you just-

SB: You know what.. do whatever you want. You dont have to ask for my permission

With that he got up leaving her in the living room and head for the front door. She bit in her bottom lip and looked up at teh ceiling as the tears ran down her cheeks.

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Rex: Are you fucking serious??

SB: as serious as i'll ever be

Vince: but why you trippin' though dude? you been knew Nic was freak from day 1.

Rex: and I mean she been turning women down like washed cups dont you think that there must be something different why she's so caught up with this chick?

Vince: and besides you are the reason they met?

SB: so you're saying this is my fault?

Vince: No. I'm saying.. well yeah that's what I'm saying but come on dude. I'd give anything for Lauren to wanna hook up with a girl

Rex and SB gave him a "where the fuck have you been" look

Vince: what?? No fuckin way

Rex and Safaree laughed.

Rex: anyway man back to you *looks at SB* just...We cant make your decision for you but really think about this before you make one.

SB: aight man.. Thanks for the talk

Vince: yall aint shit how you even know bout Lauren?

They both laughed again.

SB: Ima go get some more beers

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Jhené: I told you I didnt wanna get between you two. Maybe it's best if we just end this whole friendship right now

She was on teh phone with Nicki and just as she had finished her sentence there was knock at her door.

Jhené: Nicki I have to go there's someone at the door. I'll call you back when whomever it is leaves ok

She hung up and went to answer the door. She was surprise to see him standing on the other side and a bit hesitant to let him in but she did.

Jhené: Can I offer you something to drink?

She asked nervously

SB: No.. but can we talk. please?

Jhené: umm sure

*****

It was 10 minutes to seven when his car pulled up. Nicki was making spaghetti for dinner.  She heard the front door oopen and close but didnt pay it any mind. She figured he was just going to ignore her and go to his room since he was upset. So she went about getting a plate and something to drink from the refrigerator. She was clad only in thongs a fitted t-shirt and her bed slippers.  Her hair was up in a messy bun and she had Whitney on real low.

He walked in with his guest and closed the front door. They looked at each other

SB: smells like spaghetti, go ahead. Ima go up for a bit

He gave her a small smile and she smiled back. She walked to the living room and put her purse on the coffee table and head towards the kitchen. Nicki didnt hear her enter. She stood in the doorway a few minutes watching her by the stove plating her food. She walked up behind her and slowly placed her hands on her waist. Nicki knew it wasnt Safaree because of teh size of the pair of hands. She stopped what she was doing and parted her lips

Nicki: what are you doing?

Jhené kissed the back of her neck.

Jhené: I thought this is what you wanted?

Nicki pulled away and walked to the counter with her plate.

Nicki: didnt you just suggest that we end this? *rolls eyes* how'd you get in anyway?

Jhené: I know what I said Nicki but what did you expect I felt like I was ruining your relationship with Safaree

Nicki: and I told you you weren't all I needed was for you to give me time to sort it out

Jhené: but.. If you didnt work it out how.. why did?

Nicki: I told you earlier what happened didnt I. Look... *sigh* I need some time to really think about this and then we'll see what happens

Jhené: Oh.. ok. I guess I'll go then. I'll just call Safaree back down to bring me home

She said in a small voice and walked out the kitchen leaving Nicki with a confused look on her face. When she got to the living room Safaree was just coming down the stairs

Jhené: can you drop me home please

She said opening the front door and walking out to Safaree's car. Nicki walked in with her plate just seconds after and stopped looking at him.

SB: what happened?

Nicki: excuse me?

She responded with wide eyes.

SB: what happened with you and Jhené? She just asked me to take her home

Nicki: oh so now you're a big Jhené fan.. aren't you the one who doesnt want me seeing her. You curse me out about wanting to be with her then you bring her here all cool and ask me a dumb ass question like that. Since when did you two become big friends again? Huh? You assumed I was gon just go by what you said and not act on my feelings so you thought oh cool lemme bring her over?

SB: will you stop!! I brought her here for you

Nicki: *tilts head to the side* what?!

SB: I thought about what you asked and I dont see why not. I know if it wasnt something you really wanted to try you wouldnt have come to me and talk to me, ask my permission. Besides I knew I was getting with a freak when I started and I am the reason yall met so what the heck. Im cool with you seeing her. I spoke to her earlier and she's really into you, A LOT! so I thought I'd surprise you and bring her over.

Nicki: you're ok with it??

she asked again to be sure.

SB: yup! and by the looks of it you have some making up to do so I'd suggest you put that plate down and go get her before she starts walking or calls a cab

Nicki: I fucking hate you!!

SB: I love you too

When Nicki got outside Jhené was walking down her long driveway towards the gate. Nicki ran after her

Nicki: Né

She called but she didnt turn around. She caught up to her and pulled at her arm causing her to turned around. They stood looking at each other

Nicki: he explained.. I didnt know he came by and spoke to you the last I spoke to him was before he left. Im sorry for my reaction come back inside.. please

Jhené: you dodnt ahve to apologise but we do need to get you inside.. You do remember ur only wearing a thong, t-shirt and soem pink bears on your feet right.. You dod what'd ahppen if the paps got a hold of this image.

She took off her jacket and gave it to Nicki and they head back to the house.

******
Nicki picked her phone up and read the text that had just come in

*kisses u and gently bites ur bottom lip* I miss you baby acnt wait for saturday - J

Miss you too baby. You still havent told me where we're going on saturday - N

and Im not gonna its a surprise. U'll just have to wait - J

hate it when you keep secrets - N

but you always love my surprises - J

does Faree know where we're going? - N

yup! he helped me out and no he's not gonna tell you so dont even think about it - J

*pouts* yall are meanies - N

I love it when you pout.. you look so cute *giggles* gotta get back to work see you later - J

:) ok cant wait. enjoy the rest of ur day - N

u2 m wauh! - J

Nicki got out of bed and went in search of Safaree. She found him in his old room sitting on the bed typing away on his phone. He quickly finished up and put the phone down as she walked over to him. She straddled his lap and kissed him. When she broke the kiss he spoke

SB: Baby I'm not telling you what she has planned

She crossed her arms on her chest and pouted he chuckled

SB: Im not gonna ruin the surprise

Nicki: whatever

She was about to get up when he held on to her waist

SB: uh uh! Not so fast.. I was thinking we could-

His phone rang interrupting his sentence and he answered it quickly. It was a gospel ringtone so they both knew who was calling

SB: hey mom

Carol: Safaree why isnt Onika answering her phone?

SB: she isnt by her phone at the moment. Hold a min

He handed her the phone

Nicki: Hi mom

Carol: hey baby, I called you three times

Nicki: sorry phones in my room we're in another room. But what's up? is something wrong?

Carol: No there's nothing wrong. Just reminding you that Caiah and I are coming down this weekend

Nicki: Oh.. I

Carol: forgot??

Nicki: yeah..

Carol: You promised Onika.. Im not up to dealing with your brother and his tears and complaining all weekend

Nicki: I know mom.. Its cool. The driver will be at the airport to pick you up

Carol: ok.. I love you. Take care and see you soon

Nicki: Love you too mom

She hung up

SB: what happened?

Nicki: Caiah and mom.. Saturday

SB: Ooh! I forgot about that

Nicki: looks like my surprise is gonna have to be rescheduled.

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Jhené was very understanding about Nicki's mom and brother visiting and rescheduled for the next weekend however, Nicki asked her to stay the weekend at her place so she could get to know her mom and brother, she told them Jhené was a very good friend. It was all going well until that same Saturday night Caiah walked in on her and Jhené kissing in her home theater...

TO BE CONTINUED.....

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