She was happy to be back home. It was quiet. The silence reminded her of what had happened and why her mother wasn't here. She tried to shake the eerie feeling off and went to the kitchen. She noticed both of their places were still in the same place.
She picked both up and dumped their contents in the trash bin, then she put the plates in the sink. When that was done, she went upstairs and decided to shower and change. She had school work to turn in. She grabbed a towel from the linen closet and went into the bathroom. She turned the water on, checked the temperature, and when it was perfect, she undressed and got into the shower.
The hot water felt good on her skin. She relaxed as it ran over her. She washed her hair, arms, and breasts. When she washed her thighs, she felt the dull soreness there. She hadn't even noticed it earlier.
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She seemed thoroughly flustered and upset with her BFF. "What do you mean?" Carolina was genuinely confused at her friend's words. "You know what I mean. I know we have both been super busy and haven't had time to talk. Honestly, I thought you were too busy with your mom for dating, but now I'm thinking that was a cover. Did you lie to me, Carolina ?" Carolina could see the hurt in her friend's face. That hadn't been her intention. Everything in her life seemed to be moving so fast. Her mother.Geo. The school. Now her BFF was questioning her loyalty and friendship. "Noel, I met Geo through a Classified ad." She confessed as she rinsed the dishrag, squeezed the water out, folded it into a neat little square, and placed it beside the sink.
"Why Geo?" He recalled his father asking him as the pistol sat on the dresser now." "I wanna be just like you, Pop. All the ladies think you're handsome and the guys are scared of you. I want that too." He was very matter of fact. A walking miniature replica of his father. He had watched everything his father did. He had wanted to be just like him. Men respected his father. "Son, look at me. Having a gun doesn't give you respect. What gives you respect is the way you treat the people who love ya' the most. There is a big difference in respecting and fearing someone." He had explained to Geo. He was forced back to the present when he parked his car in the circle drive and turned off the engine. He got out of his vehicle and made his way into his father's home. N
Carolina was in better spirits when she came back to the Hospital. When she got out of the elevator Carolina saw Geo waiting at the nurses' station. She knew he was waiting for her, and that thought made her feel special. She was glad she had gotten o to speak with her BFF this morning. It helped her stand her ground now. When Geo looked at her with those intense eyes, she always felt like she would melt like an ice cube under his gaze. Especially today. She thought him making love to her would stop the random fantasies that played in her mind, but it only seemed to make them worse. Even now, as she was walking up to him, she was picturing him walking up to her and planting a hard, satisfying kiss on her lips. “Morning.” He greeted her with a sexy smile.
With Geo on her heels, Carolina walked into her mother’s hospital room. Mrs. Hilden was sitting upright in the bed. Her head turned to the door when she heard it open. She smiled when she saw her daughter. Carolina half walked, half ran to her mother’s bedside. She hugged her tight and her mother felt Carolina’s love. “Oh, my dear. I’m so sorry I scared you.” “It’s alright. You’re better now.” Mrs.Hilden noticed Geo standing behind Carolina. “Geo, thank you so much for helping Carolina.” “Mrs. Hilden. No worries.” “Will you excuse me and my daughter?” “Of course.” He touched C
They arrived back at his Penthouse ten minutes later. She slipped back into his shirt, and he made her a drink. She sat down on the loveseat, enjoying the scenic view the Penthouse provided. “What happened after I left, Carolina?” She took a sip of her Sherry. Geo had given it to her. It helped calm her nerves. “I told my mom about Dr. Roberts.” “She didn’t take it so well,” he concluded. She looked at him then. He sat down beside her. “I’m sorry. This is all my fault. I should have never interfered in your
Once inside, he rested his hand possessive over her thigh. She was going to protest, but she didn't. Her nerves were bad, and his touch, however foreign, still calmed her nerves. “Are you nervous?” He asked, already knowing the question. She looked beautiful, but she was extremely nervous “Yes. I've never met anyone’s parents before” “Ever?” “Ever.” “Wow” “Don't be so surprised.” “I can’t help it. I know if you had been mine, my parents would have met you right away.” She found herself warming to that statement.
His father caught them as they descended. “Ah, there you are. I was going to send one of the guys to come to find you two.” “No need, dad.” He said as they hit the last stair and was face to face with his father. Carolina stood beside Geo. She watched his fathers eyes go over her. “This is Carolina Hilden. Carolina, this is my father, Mr.Edward Montclair.“ He extended his hand. She shook it "Pleasure to meet you, Carolina.” “Thank you.” She replied. “Well, dinner has already been served and placed. Follow me to t
After everyone had their fill of dinner, they all dispersed to their respective spaces in the manor. Silk chose to stand outside on the terrace overlooking the lush garden. The lights were on, and it made it look surreal. Carolina had walked out on the terrace to get some fresh air. She noticed Silk there. She seemed like she was in deep thought, and Carolina did not want to disturb her. “I’m so sorry. I thought no one was around… I will leave-” “No! Please. Don’t leave. Stay! I was just standing here, alone.” “Why?” “To give those two men their space, of course.” She smiled at her. “I love Aunt Cora, but Aunt Cora or any of Eddy's family doesn't care for m
Carolina woke up in a cold sweat. Her heart was racing. She had had the most vivid dream. Her mother had been medically abused by Dr. Roberts. She and Russ were broken up, and she was a companion for a Crime Lord. She looked at the clock on her nightstand table. It was 2.a.m. She pulled her knees up to her chest. The dream had been so vivid. Carolina put her hand to the place where the gunshot wound had been. There was nothing there, but the sat
He was pulled off of Lorenzo by two of Monzoon's guys. Lorenzo stood up and spit blood. Geo was still on the ground kneeling. Tired. Feeling defeated by his past and the inevitable trajectory of his life in crime. "You piece of shit !" Lorenzo pulled out a gun, took the safety off, and pulled the trigger. Geo knew his life was over. He closed his eyes when he heard the trigger click and heard a collective gasp from the crowd as the gun went off. He heard a large thud and smelled Carolina's perfume. He opened his eyes to Silk's scream and he saw her then. Carolina was lying in front of him on her stomach. A small pool of blood was slowly forming underneath her. He rolled her over gently. She moaned
"What the hell was that ?" His father whispered to him, referring to the bow he acted when Monzoon had given the briefcases. "I do have my pride, y'know. He doesn't have to buy me." "Son, he isn't buying you, he's buying your loyalty and your silence. It is a sign of goodwill, and you better get used to accepting large quantities of cash from people for the services we render. You are lucky Monzoon is like family. I know gangstas who would have slit your throat for less." His father was right. His behavior could have made a turn for the worst, Monzoon could have harmed him or his father. "It won't happen again, pops." He apologized as they rounded the corner in the staircase. Geo scanned the crowd and within a few
“Oh, yea?” “Yea. You lit up on the dance floor. I didn’t even know you could dance so well. Now I feel like an asshole for always breaking your mother’s balls about her making you take all those dance lessons as a kid.” He lightly chuckled at his father’s remark. “Thanks, Pop. I like her. She is very special to me. In fact, tonight, after this sham of a party, we are leaving for a nice long vacation together.” “Vacation? Where are you going? And why wasn’t I consulted on this, son?” “Because I didn’t think I had to tell you my every move, Pop. It's a vacation, not a hostile takeover.” “I know, but son do you think taking a vacation right now is in our-your best interest?”
They were left alone on the fringes of the dancefloor, watching others laugh, and dance. It was still a wonderful sight to see. The party she would probably never be able to forget. A waiter walked by. She grabbed some more champagne. Silk spoke. “Let’s take a walk.” She nodded her head in agreement as she took a nice sip of the cold, sweet champagne. Carolina had expected Silk to take her in the same direction she and Geo had gone earlier, but she went in the opposite direction. They walked through the large rooms and out on the lawn. The music was faint, background noise now. The air was crisp on her skin. She inhaled and took another sip of her champagne. “He is in love with you.” Silk announced. Carolina
Usually, when she went to large parties like this, she felt like she was floating in a sea of people, but not tonight. His strong hand was like a grounding stone. She saw someone across the room waving. She focused her vision and realized it was Silk. She smiled and was about to wave when she remembered his reaction to her having a relationship with her. She turned to him and then pointed. Geo saw her and his father and nodded. He knew he had said some harsh things about his father's wife, but he still wanted to be hospitable. It was a party, after all. She trailed behind them as they crossed the large room. When they reached his dad and Silk, his dad hugged and congratulated him while Silk gave a slight smile and a timid wave to him. “Hi, Silk.” Carolina Greeted her. Knowing it would probably ruffle his fe
“This is some Party.” “Yes. It is.” “Is everything ok?” She said as she drank champagne. “Yea.” He agreed. She smiled at him then wrapped her arms around his neck. She put her body up against his. He wished they had no clothes on then. He wrapped his arms around Carolina's small waist. It seemed right in the moment. No one seemed to notice what they were doing. Then she looked up at him and smiled. She broke their hold and took him by the hand. “There's something I want to show you. Carmella showed it to me. "C’mon,” Carolina informed hin She guided him toward the open f
The goon moved, and she saw him. Mr. Monzoon was an old, portly man no more than 5’7, sitting behind a large mahogany desk, in a red velvet wingback chair. He reminded her of a mob boss. The room stunk of expensive cigar smoke. She saw him roll one in his mouth. “Come in. Gino, Move. The guest of honor has finally arrived.” “Mr. Monzoon.” He greeted him. Mr. Monzoon stood and shook Geo's extended hand. “And who is this doll face?” He asked as he looked Carolina up and down. “This is Carolina,” Geo explained. “A pleasure to meet you.” Mr. Monzoon directed his attention to her.
“We are going where?” Carolina asked giddily from excitement and the surprise he had just given her. “To the Virgin Islands tonight. After the party.” She did a little happy dance. He smiled at how adorable she was. She danced her way over to him, got on her tiptoes since her heels were not on her feet, and kissed him on his lips. He embraced her. “I can’t wait to get away with you.” “Me either.” “Get finished getting dressed. We will be late to the party.” “Isn’t