Chapter 21
In the bathroom, the sound of the water became all sultry and muffled.
That bright red dress waspletely drenched on the floor, tangled with the ck shirt in the water.
They seemed to be wrapped up in each other, extra clingy…
Jocelyn was lying in bed, feeling like she’d just had a full body massage, sort of sore but totally excited.
She rolled over, and there was her guy, puffing away at his cigarette, looking pretty damn content.
You know how they say couples fight like cats and dogs but make up just as quickly? Well, that was
pretty much them to a T Melvin knew she was crazy about him, so all he had to do was show her a little
warmth, and she’d totally forget
about wanting to dump him.
He nced over at her stretched out his arm, and like clockwork, she snuggled up on it, casually
draping her hand across his chest, legs all tangled up with his under the covers, basically clinging to
him.
She’d always cuddle up to him before falling asleep, but wouldn’tst long before she’d roll over to her
side.
Melvin didn’t seem to mind her weight one bit and just let her be.
“I’m nning to head back home tomorrow,” Jocelyn said, tracing circles on his chest.
Melvin took a deep drag of his cigarette, turned around, and stubbed it out in the ashtray, “Drive
yourself by my car.
So, he wasn’t going to give her a ride.
Jocelyn didn’t have any delusions about him offering one anyway. “It won’t be necessary. I’ll just hail a
ride.
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Wouldn’t it be handier to drive yourself?” Melvin nced at her, “What’s the point of having a license if
you don’t drive?”
“I’m not the best driver.
You’ve got insurance. As long as you don’t hit anyone, you’re good.”
Sometimes his bossiness was just too much, making her instantly want to shut up.
She turned to face the other way, and Melvin got up to the bathroom. It was a while before he came
back and spooned her from behind, getting all up in her neck and getting handsy.
Jocelyn pretty much surrendered to his energy, shrugging her shoulders lightly. “I wanna sleep”
“How long you gonna be at your folks?” he breathed into her ear.
Jocelyn bit back, Just overnight.”
Melvin’s hand rested on her lower belly. For what?”
“To see Quinta.” Jocelyn could feel him getting fired up, and if she didn’t put out that fire, there was no
way she was getting any sleep.
She tried to turn around, but he pinned her down.
“You…” Jocelyn knew what he was up to.
Melvin’s words sounded like he was having a serious chat, but the actions under the covers were
getting more and
more intense
“Isn’t it a bit thoughtless, crashing at someone’s ce who’s just tied the knot? Huh?” Melvin kissed her
shoulder, voice husky.
Jocelyn was biting her lip, afraid her voice would betray her blush if she spoke, but he was pushing her
to talk.
She tried to control her voice, 1. L
in the end, she lost the battle.
She couldn’t get a full sentence but until he bit her shoulder with a low growl, and she finally took a
breath
Even with the AC on in the heat of summer, underneath the covers, it was sweat city.
Their breathing was all tangled up, and Jocelyn was genuinely out of steam.
His energy was endless, seriously impressive
“Come back tomorrow night, Melvin’s lips against her shoulder, voice low and sexy, his domineering
tone not up for
debate.
On a zing hot day, Jocelyn was dressed in a high-necked sleeveless ck dress, slightly
conservative but artsy and
elegant
Her long hair draped over her shoulders, giving off azy vibe, yet her delicate features were strikingly
bright and beautiful
Quinta saw Jocelyn and asked with a smile, “Aren’t you boiling in that?”
Jocelyn shook her head and answered, I’m good.”
If it weren’t for covering up the bite mark Melvin left on her shoulderst night, would she really dress
like this?
“Damians already eating. He got some urgent work stuff, so he needs to rush over,” Quinta linked arms
with Jocelyn, her face glowing as they walked into the restaurant.
The ce wasn’t crowded. Damian was standing there, wolfing down his meal. Seeing them, he called
out, “Got some emergency at work, gotta bolt after this bite. You guys enjoy.”
Damian took hisst bite and really did dash off.
Jocelyn watched Damian hurry away and asked Quinta, ‘Why’s he so busy?”
“Don’t underestimate a small-town police station. They’ve got their hands full,” Quinta motioned her to
sit down. You weren’t here, so I didn’t order much. Just pick whatever you fancy.”
“This is plenty
The cousins chowed down on their meals and chit-chatted.
Jocelyn said she could tell Quinta had hit the jackpot this time because her glow was undeniable.
Quinta got a little shy for once, Too early to tell if it’s right or wrong. ying stepmom ain’t easy.”
“He’s got a kid? Jocelyn hadn’t seen thating.
Yeah, a son. He lives with his grandparents, starting middle school next semester Quinta’s face was a
mix of emotions talking about her stepson
celyn knew the stepmom gig was tough, but all she could say was, “Empathy’s key. Treat him well, and
he’ll feel it
Here’s hoping, Quinta didn’t dwell on her stuff and turned the tables on her. “Aren’t you gonna find
someone? Your other seems pretty anxious. She even asked my mom if she knew any suitable guys.
She’s really worried about you.”
Jocelyn just got a headache thinking about it, “Does marriage guarantee happiness?”
Quinta quipped, “Hard to say. Some are great till they get married, and then flip a switch. Others seem
unreliable but mature once married. It’s all in how you work it.”
Jocelyn pursed her lips, at a loss for words.
Got someone in mind for marriage? Quinta was sharp.
Jocelyn and Quinta had always been close. They used to share everything.
But now, with their little secrets, sharing wasn’t as easy.
Melvin was her little secret
Yeah, Jocelyn looked down, not wanting to hide it. An extra confidant might offer some advice.
Quinta looked shocked “When did this happen? Howe I had no clue?”
Jocelyn spilled the beans about her and Melvin.
Quinta was pretty chill about it. “If we’re talking about this dude being irresponsible, he wouldn’t have
stuck around chatting with you for so long. But if we say he’s responsible, he wouldn’t have let you feel
so down in the dumps”
That’s exactly what Jocelyn was thinking
“Its like the old grass is always greener’ situation Folks inside the fence want out, and those outside
want in. Either way, you’re left with regrets or what-ifs. Your boyfriend is likely one of those who’s been
hurt before, and part of it probably because he’s just not into the whole marriage thing If it’s the former,
you could slowly help lum heal If it’s thetter, better to cut ties sooner rather thanter Quinta felt a
twinge of sympathy, “Love’s like that, not every romance is meant to end up with happy oues.”
Jocelyn knew all too well that love wasn’t a transaction – you can’t just hand over cash and expect to
get something tangible in return.
Empathy’s the name of the game, but some folks just have hearts of stone.