Rose Cut

Initiation

My walk had a brand new bounce to it, courtesy of Jamir. I was grinning from ear to ear as I swooped into Slayed Life. "Someone has a brand new glow." stated Charity as I switched past her. "You could say that." I told her with a wink.

My peach hair bounced around my face like a lion's mane. Each curl delicately spiraled in its natural texture. I was a little dressy today but, I was in a great mood.

" I guess we know why. " Whispered Charity as the door chimed. I turned my head quickly but, was disappointed to see Dorian stalking towards me. He smiled and kissed me on the cheek.

" what are you doing here?" I questioned him as he lead me in the back. His face dropped as he looked at me seriously. " Well after your lack of communication." he snapped. "I thought I should pop in to see you. " I rolled my eyes at his explanation.

" You hung up on me, remember." I argued blushing. "But what was so important? " I quickly backtracked, remembering why I was distracted before. The door to Ms. Sharon's office opened as she shuffled out. Dorian turned on his heels dragging me over to her.

" Ah. Good Morning Ms. Sharon, good to see you're in today. " She jumped, not seeing us before hearing him speak. Hand still on the door, she was at a lost for words. Ms. Sharon stared at me with a questioning look but, I was just as confused as she was. Dorian pushed our way into the office leaving a puzzled Sharon at the door.

" Rose told me now would be the best time to talk about you selling the shop. " Spoke Dorian, seating us across the desk not missing a beat.

" Oh did she now. " Ms. Sharon commented as she sat down back at her desk. She wouldn't meet my eyes. " But I... " was all I got out before Dorian took over.

" I'm sure you've seen the success of Eclipse. So we are prepared to offer you a pretty penny for your quick departure." finished Dorian with a deal closing smile. I just gaped at him. How dare he lie on my name. I had no idea about any of this and I have yet to talk to Ms. Sharon about his first visit here.

I know they talked before but, Dorian told me it wasn't certain and that was it. There was a slight pause and I looked up to see Ms. Sharon staring hard at me. Practically burning a hole in my head. Dorian was still going on about profits and everything but. it was clear from her face that she had, had enough. "Of course we will give you time to get things in order. " he continued obliviously.

" That won't be necessary. " Ms. Sharon interrupted. " I'm not selling. Despite what Rosalina has been telling you, I don't want your help. " She spat before, standing up, marching over to the door and snatching it open. "You can leave now. " she demanded, gesturing towards the door. Dorian scoffed but, moved to leave.

Not before dropping his card on the table and quickly pecking my lips. I lagged a little behind him wanting to clear some things with Ms. Sharon. "Rose knows how to reach me." he spoke as he walked swiftly past her. I stepped outside the office but, turned to speak with her.

"You can leave too. I don't think we will need your services and you don't have any appointments scheduled." She spoke coldly before I could say anything. " But. " I began before she cut her eyes and slammed the door.

I stood there for a moment in shock. How could my morning turn bad so quickly. I went to my locker to grab my sketchbook and headed out before someone noticed.

I was fuming and I just wanted to sketch out my frustration. Charity noticed me leaving but, said nothing. Which I was grateful for. I felt everyone watching me leave but, no one said anything. I guess they would talk about me after I left.

I didn't care but, It blew me even more when I had to leave before clearing the air. Once I got into my car I tried calling Dorian. He didn't answer though. So I sped off towards my home completely livid. I pulled into the garage and lucked up to find a parking spot right by the elevator.

When I finally got in, I kicked off my heels and headed into my Studio. I sat at my desk and skimmed through my book for my Birthday outfit sketch. I tried to zone out and put the finishing touches on it but, I just didn't feel it. I sighed playing with my curls.

I was trying so hard to bring back that glow I felt this morning. I flipped through to a blank page and started to doodle. It took 30 minutes to see I was drawing a little girl with long curly hair. I smiled thinking of Priscilla. Finally some inspiration, even if it wasn't for me.

I drew up an amazing dress for Priscilla and I knew just where to get the fabric for it. I was sure I could have this done by our birthday. Pleased with what I created. I noticed I've been drawing for awhile. I stretched on my way to the kitchen. Grabbing a big bowl from the cabinet and opening the fridge I searched for fruit.

I found some pineapples chunks, strawberries and some whip cream that I desperately needed. Closing the door, I saw some peaches cut up in a container. I laughed out loud and grabbed them too. I sat at the Island and ate my fruit with thoughts of Jamir. He was so secretive but, he made me want to know more.

I wonder what he got himself into the other night. He wasn't afraid at all,and he acted as if getting shot was just another everyday thing. I decided I wanted some answers and I was gonna get some. So after I finished cleaning up after myself. I slid on my heels and locked up on my way out the door.

I switched confidently down the hall and around the corner. Until I was standing where I found Jamir. I was a little nervous as I reached out to knock.

" Maybe I should call first. " I whispered hesitating. I mentally shook myself and knocked on the door. I was freaking out as I heard footsteps and the door swung open to reveal a small girl who looked to be in her teens.

We were the same height although my heels made me slightly taller.

She had beautiful hair and blue eyes, which were looking me up and down. The girl leaned against the door frame and stared at me. " Who are you? " she questioned as I stared back.

" I'm Rosalina, who are you? " I stammered out. She rolled her eyes and looked at me like I was stupid.

" Okay and what do you want? " she said as she folded her arms and shifted her weight. Now at this point my attitude was coming out.

"Where is Jamir? This is his apartment right? " I questioned as the girl chuckled under her breath.

" Papi! " she called out over her shoulder. I shifted my weight to tap my foot. This nigga better explain this foolery. I couldn't see all the way in but, finally I saw a pretty curvy woman. She had red hair. Clearly dyed but very well done.

Came strutting to the door. She was tatted and beautiful as hell but, at least she looked my age. If not a year older I would give.

" who's this ? " the beauty spoke wrapping her arms around the girl. I was confused as hell. I don't know what freaky s**t Jamir was into but, I was fed up with all of "this".

" She looking for Mir. " the girl said with a smirk.

" Oh, Bae in the shower. " she said as they laughed together, making me mad as f**k. Someone was gonna get slapped if they kept playing with me. I took a deep breathe to calm myself. He was not my man and this was none of my business.

" Whatever. " I snapped rolling my eyes as I turned to leave.

"Oh s**t. " I think the redhead said but, I didn't look back.

" WAIT! " a small voice shouted. My head snapped around at the sound of Priscilla's voice. I stopped walking as I opened my arms and bent down to catch her. Priscilla burst out from behind the women's legs and leaped into my waiting arms.

" Don't go Lena, They were playing. " she explained as I walked back to the door. She had on a purple romper and her bracelet always on her wrist. Her long bouncy curls were fighting to pop out of its pigtails.

" Were they now. " I said as I narrowed my eyes at the two of them. The girl held her hands out for Priscilla and took her kissing her forehead. " Come on in. " she said as the redhead ushered me in.

" We were just kidding before tho." said the redhead as they lead me into the living room. I just nodded my head already over it after seeing Priscilla. I paid attention to my surroundings and was glad to see Jamir had taste.

The living room had a gold and black theme although the walls were white.

It was manly but, homey and I made myself comfortable on the couch. The girl and Priscilla sat next to me as the Redhead sat across from us. " Im ShaMilla by the way and that's Kailey. " She said as she stretched out and began to flip through channels on the large flat screen, as if bored already.

I switched my attention to Kailey. " So your Jamir's Sister?" I asked, although I was sure I was right . She smiled warmly.

" mhmm. " she answered as Priscilla grinned at me. " I'm this little monsters Mami. " she said with so much affection as she pinched Scilla's cheeks.

I caught myself grinning right along with them. " Uhm, how old are you if you don't mind me asking? " I asked, trying to be polite but still nosey.

She laughed at me though. " I'm twenty and I had her when I was sixteen. " she answered me with a smile.

" So how long you and Mir been f*****g. " said ShaMilla turning off the tv and finally giving us her attention.

" MEANOR! " snapped Kailey as she hurried to cover Scilla's ears.

" Don't play like you don't wanna know too. " said ShaMilla as Kailey stuck her tongue out. I laughed but, covered it up with a cough.

" Look, he doesn't date often. So I'm sure you understand our curiosity. " she continued trying to level with me.

" I get it. " I said with a giggle. " But we are JUST FRIENDS, and I came to check on him. " I told them.

" Ok, ok. So yall not messing around. But you seemed pressed about him having women here, so I know its something. " ShaMilla kept going but, we were interrupted.

" I told yall bout this bullshit already. Quit leaving yall feminine s**t in my bathroom. " Stressed an irritated Jamir as he came into the living room, towel drying his hair. He only had a towel around his waist and he was still wet from the shower.

He had tattoos decorated nicely across his chest and arms. They were neat and sexy ass hell. Jamir sure did have a body. Is that a bulge I see. . . .

" Rose? Whats going on. " I was snapped out of my lustful thoughts as I focused on Everyone looking at me. "Huh ?" I said blushing.

" Damn, its worse than I thought. " chuckled ShaMilla. Jamir gave her a puzzled look as my eyes traveled across his body again. I gasped noticing his stitches bleeding a little. I moved a to the edge of my seat wanting to help but, not wanting to overstep.

I mean he's just a man and barley a friend. Why do I care so much? Priscilla made me jump grabbing my hand. She walked over while I was thinking and I noticed Kailey had left the room. Although, she was already on her way back in, with a First Aid Kit in her small hands.

I figured she noticed him bleeding too. She pushed Jamir into the dining room as Scilla playfully tugged me towards them. ShaMilla sighed dragging behind us and sat at the massive table. It was long, elegant, and could easily seat six people but, there were only four chairs in the middle.

The outlines and legs were gold but, the glass was like crystals. I sat next to Jamir, still in his towel. I blushed and turn away to see ShaMilla helping Scilla sit at the table on the opposite side.

Priscilla had a high chair but, it looked like a throne for a princess. She couldn't have got up there by herself. She was so spoiled.

Kailey pulled up another chair from somewhere and sat down next to me. I smiled at her and she returned my smile as she passed me the Kit. I raised my eyebrow at her. " I saw you looking. " She said with a smirk.

I opened the Kit and used the hand sanitize inside and turned to Jamir. Of course he was already watching me but I ignored his eyes. Even tho I felt them on me.

" Let me take a look. " I asked. He listened and I went to cleaning up the area.

" So why are you here? Who let you in? " he questioned me as he watched me work.

" Your sister did and I wanted to see how you were. " I answered simply.

" You could have just called. " He chuckled. I Paused a little but, speed up and kept working. "I guess I could have called." I said with a small smile as I packed everything back up.

" It's a good thing you came though. " He spoke up. " See. Always when I need you. "

" AWWWH. " Kailey, Scilla and ShaMilla sung in unison as Jamir rolled his eyes. " I told you so mommy! " cheered Priscilla as she giggled.

" you sure did baby. " she praised her as she turned to me. " I like you. " she said looking in my eyes. " but why you not claiming my brother? its clear your feeling somethin. Its all on your face."

" You can damn near smell the s**t. Its called thirsty." ShaMilla said under her breathe.

" Shut up Meanor! Damn. Always wanna play and shit." snapped Kailey.

" Yall chill, its not even like that. Rose just been helping me out and she got a nigga. " Jamir explained.

He glanced at me, seeming to be contemplating something. " I'm gonna go get dressed. " he announced on his way out.

" Is that true? " Kailey asked. "Yeah, I'm dating someone but, I consider Jamir a friend. " I answered her softly.

" Bestfriends! " added Priscilla. "Sorry, but that spots taken. " spoke up ShaMilla as she looked over at me. " You can care for more than one person at once. " she said seriously.

" Look, can I level with you? " asked Kailey. I nodded for her to continue. " Jamir is real closed off and I've never seen him act like this with women. So comfortable. Ya know. " she explained.

" Its nice to watch." Scilla chined in. " him be Happy and You can do it Lena. "

" I hear you guys but, I don't know what you expect. Yes I care about him but, I barely know him. I think you're reading too far into this." I told them.

My head was spinning from all types of thoughts. I just needed a moment to think by myself. These women were quite intense.

" I know my brother Lena. " snapped, Kailey using the nickname Scilla gave me. " I don't know you though. But we want to." She paused m, smiling sweetly. "I'm telling you Jamir does too. " she said, softening up Her approach.

" What Kailey means to say is. We know you got a man and all but, You could have something GREAT. Don't count Jamir out. " ShaMilla spoke, looking me in my eyes. Finally she released me from her gaze when I nodded. My phone vibrated so I checked to see Dorian calling.

I rolled my eyes and stood. " I have to go. " I spoke up, pushing in my chair. " NOOOOO" whined Scilla as she scrambled down to get to me. ShaMilla helped her again and Priscilla ran under the table to squeeze my legs.

" Please, stay. " pleaded Kailey. " We didn't mean to be so intense, you're just so nice. It feels like you belong with us. " she said, placing her hand on my shoulder. She smiled so genuinely. I really did feel like I could belong here.

I returned her smile and even caught a quick grin from ShaMilla. My phone vibrated again interrupting the moment.

Dorian: Meet me out front.

I rolled my eyes immediately feeling my anger from before. "No, really guys. As much as I would love to stay. Its getting late and someone's waiting for me. " I said turning to leave but, I stumbled into a strong body.

I was all in Jamir's space and he had me weak as he caught me and helped me straighten up. He took a step back from me but, I could still smell him. It wasn't cologne but he smelled divine. A scarlet blush ran across my face as giggles erupted from behind me.

" I'll walk you out. " Said Jamir, I just nodded and quickly followed him out.

" See! She does like him mommy. "

" Shh. Priscilla. silencio. " I heard Kailey on our way out of his lavish apartment. I sped up to walk beside him.

" They were nice. " I spoke trying to break the silence. He laughed. " Yeah, sorry about that. Now you see why Scilla's so dramatic." We stopped and waited for the elevator.

" It's okay. It's nice to have people care about you." I said watching my feet.

" Truthfully it is but, you can forget that when you've been alone for awhile. " said Jamir making me look at him. He was already watching me, a habit of his. Before I could say something the elevator came and we stepped on.

Jamir was so confusing. If what Kailey says is true. Why is it so hard for him to just say that. My phone vibrated again, as if to remind me it shouldn't matter. I huffed out an irritated breath.

" Rose?" his velvety voice broke me out of my thoughts. I looked up and met his gaze. " About this morning... " he began making me blush a little.

" I want to apologize for overstepping our boundaries. It won't happen again. " My mouth dropped in a " O " but, I quickly shut it.

" Oh, uhm okae then. " was all I managed to say. " I meant what I said, about wanting to know you though. " he continued. I just nodded my head.

The elevator let me off at the lobby but, I felt him grab my hand. I looked back to see him wanting to say more. I gently took my hand back. " Good night Jamir. "

" Goodnight Rosalina. Be safe. " he responded, before the doors closed taking him back on his floor. I sighed and went out front. Dorian was waiting for me outside.

He was dressed in the same suit from this morning, leaning smoothly on his car. " Hey baby." he greeted me, as he walked me to the car. I frowned but, followed. " Hey. "

" Don't be like that Rose. " he pleaded before closing the door, once I was strapped in. He jogged around and got in without a word leaving me to my thoughts. We drove in silence for a minute before parking in an empty parking lot, outside of a huge building.

" Where are we Dorian? " I snapped over everything tonight . " He looked over at me and un clicked our seat-belts. " I want to make it up to you. " he spoke reaching for my hand. He kissed every knuckle before meeting my eyes.

" Can I? " he asked, begging with his eyes. I nodded and waited as he came around to open my door. Dorian lead me towards the building, and my eyes got big with realization. "Oh Dorian ..." I whispered, touching my lips lightly.

" You said you wanted to Find Dory right. " he chuckled as I elbowed him. We entered the Aquarium to see it had a candle lit walk way directing us. There were tiny warm lights to help us see but, not too bright to scare the fishes.

Dorian walked me through the massive building showing me a beautiful underwater world after dark. I enjoyed every minute, which turned to hrs. It was 12 by the time I checked for the time.

We were laid up on a plush cream blanket with dozens of pillows all across the floor. Rose petals decorated the blanket and an empty bottle of wine sat in ice bucket, with melting ice. The room was an circular ocean room and it was captivating. I Laid in Dorian's embrace as his fingers trailed my exposed skin.

" You are Prefect. " he said breaking our peaceful silence. " I laughed it off. "No one's perfect." I told him. Dorian lifted my chin and kissed me sweetly.

" Your Perfect for me. " he whispered against my lips before taking over the kiss. I was in to it at first but, thoughts of Jamir kept running across my mind. Why couldn't I stop thinking about him and his wonderful family. My cheeks were damp and I realized I was crying.

Dorian pulled back to wipe my tears. " Dorian, do you care about me? " I sniffed.

He paused before he answered. " I do. " Dorian kissed me passionately and laid me on my back. " You. Are. So. Beautiful. " he spoke kissing all over me. Dorian lifted my shirt and my heart started beating fast. He took off my clothes and placed wet kisses wherever he could.

I felt myself getting into it finally as he kissed down my neck towards my navel. He stopped to undress himself as I watched him, thinking to myself. Am I ready to give myself to this man ? Dorian took off his boxers and flopped back to me. He began kissing me again and I felt his excitement pressing against me.

Of course I looked but, was not amazed or disappointed. Dorian was average but, just enough. He positioned himself over my naked body before I stopped him. " Condom. " I spoke quickly. He gave me a look but, went to place one on before sliding in.

He grind and kissed me leaving hickies as I tried to match his pace. I felt that familiar warm feeling and instantly I was moist. I moaned rocking my hips feeling a budding climax. Dorian grunted, throwing me off by speeding up. I tried to get that feeling back but, Dorian was in control. Soon he was gasping and lying on top of me.

I pushed him off and rolled over. This was not how I expected my night to end. I wanted passion and lust. I wanted to have my mind blown by the man I cared for and who cared for me. Dorian tossed me a moist towelette as he removed the condom.

I was beyond pissed and rolled over on my side. This was not what I wanted or what I imagined. I wish it was Jamir. I was shocked at myself but knew it to be true. I jumped feeling Dorian wrap his big arms around me snugging close to spoon.

" Wake me up in and hour. " he mumbled. " We gotta be out by 3. "