The Three Queens

sage pov "Dana, if you continue to follow me, I will press charges" I was almost sprinting away from the crazy redhead that used to be my friend. I had my key in hand, not trying to waste any time to get away from this woman. once my apartment door was in reach, I unlocked it and dashed inside. Dana was banging on my door two seconds later. "Please! Sage, hear me out! I didn't know it was an engagement party" "Oh, you knew." I yelled through the door. Even though Dana couldn't see it, my face contorted into a scowl. "Just go away, Dana. You intentionally set me up to be humiliated. for that, the consequence is death!" "WHAT?!" "To our friendship. We are no longer friends. It is clear that you and Lauren had plans to embarrass me in front of my ex. Just go away" I step away from the door; locking it to be safe and went her kitchen to grab a glass of wine. I sat down on my couch reflecting on the night. I thought I was over my Ex. it's been six months since we've spoken to each other, yet when I saw him with his arms wrapped around my neighbors waist it felt like my whole world crashed in front of me. This wouldn't hurt if he didn't cheat on me throughout our whole relationship. What am I talking about? I was ambushed by my friend and my ex's mistress! The betrayal of a fellow friend is enough to crush a soul. I was about to take a sip of my wine to help me ease my broken heart, until my phone went off. I groaned before looking at the device, then groaned again when I saw that it was my baby sister, Yemi. I love her to death but I do not want to hear her words of encouragement right now. Sulking sounds so much better, but after the fourth ring I caved in, "hello?" "GIRL! COME TO DAD'S BAR AND GET YOUR HOODRAT GENIE BEFORE WE ALL GO JAIL!" I pulled away from the phone. Her voice was high pitched and loud. it nearly burst my eardrum. Her tone held such frustration and intolerance which is never a good sign.Yemi has the patience of a saint. If she's mad, that means my precious genie has pushed her to the edge, "I told you to stop taking Sapphire out with you for drinks. Who is she trying to fight now?" "EVERYONE! GET YOUR a*s DOWN HERE NOW!" My phone went off, signaling that she hung up. I sighed and grabbed my keys.When I looked outside earlier tonight, I should let Sapphire rot in jail, but Yemi is now an accomplice. I know she wouldn't survive a day in prison. I ran out of the door and to the garage. Unlocking the my car door I felt my heart skip a beat. I took a deep breath and prayed that this wasn't my last day on this planet. The people I allow in my life will send me to an early grave. I sat in my drivers seat and looked into my rear view mirror. the moon peered in from my window well enough so I can see reflection. I picked at my afro and touched up my coffee colored lip gloss. It blended in well with my butter brown skin. I put on my sunglasses to cover my hazel eyes and started my car. If I got to be a superhero tonight, I might as well look cute while fighting crime. ........….............................. instant regret came over me. I've been calling and texting both of these women for 10 minutes and my hands were freezing from the outside weather. I should've brought a jacket I breathe into my hands; hoping to warm them, but the wind blew. I'm convinced this night was sent from hell. the only reason why I haven't stepped inside yet is because I'm saving myself from further embarrassment. It's obvious my father had no idea he would be hosting my ex's engagement party,but I'd be lying if I said I wasn't salty that he didn't shut it down after he found out. My thing is, why are my sisters here?! "Hey, ma. you good?" I felt a male presence standing too close to me. His scent smelled of coffee, whiskey, and tobacco. His voice was deep, and soft like silk. It sent shivers down my spine.I turned to look at him and my knees almost gave out. Standing next to me was this gorgeous Adonis. Dark skin that glowed under the street light, full lips, with stone, cold brown eyes. He was tall and muscular. this man was a god. I cleared my throat and smiled before I answered, "Yeah. I'm good. I'm just waiting on some friends." "you look cold" the man took off his coat. the way his triceps almost burst through his white turtleneck made my mouth water. He wrapped the black garment around me, inspecting it to make sure I was nice and warm. I felt like a child wearing their dad's clothes. "you wear that better than me...wait.." His hand moved down the coat. this man wasn't that bold to try anything that fast, right? he started patting down the coat, grabbing my waist in the process. I almost melted into his arms. Finally, the man reached into the left pocket of his coat and pulled out a box of Newports and a lighter. he popped a cigarette into his mouth and lit it, then he looked at me, "you want to hit it?" I quickly shook my head, "No thank you. I quit smoking nicotine years ago" he took a drag and nodded. the man bent down to my level, "so what do you smoke?" "what if I don't smoke anything at all?" I said. He analyzed me for a second bringing his hand to my face and caressing my cheek. he slowly moved his thumb to my bottom lip, grazing his finger over it then cuffing my chin in between his index and thumb, "your lips tell me otherwise, baby girl." "I'm sorry, do I know you?" "do you want to get to know me?" "yes" I answered. I winced at how quick I was to respond. All he did was chuckle at me and stood straight up. the man took another drag from his cigarette then spoke, "well for one, my name is Jaxon Turner. You can call me Jax, Jaxon, King Jax..daddy" I rolled my eyes and scoffed. " Alright, I'll admit it. That was kinda lame." He let out a little laugh, "What about you, beautiful. Do you have a name? "Sage Jones" I extended my hand for a handshake. He took it into his, "that's such a beautiful name. Sage..a herb that's great for cleansing and protection." Jaxon gently Kissed my hand, then gently pulled me closer to him; placing my hand on his chest. "Let me guess. warlock?" we both laughed a little, "Nah not me. My mom was a worker, if you know what I mean" "I do..mine was was too. I followed in her footsteps" Jaxon's face lit up and a bit smirk appeared. He mov I've only known him for five minutes and I already feel like giving myself to him. "Ahhh ok my little Conjure bae. Maybe you can show me a few things." I giggled like a little school girl flirting with their crush, "baby, if your mother was doing it. I'm pretty sure I can't teach you anything new" Jaxon caressed my hand and kissed it again. he looked deep into my eyes as his lips tickled my skin, "maybe there's some things that only you can show me" He said lowly. My heart fluttered and my knees buckled. I knew he could see me drooling over him. Jaxon just smiled Seductively. he pulled me a closer. I could feel his breath against my neck, "Look, I know we just met but-" "YOU FUNKY b***h! JUST BE GLAD I AIN'T RIP YOUR f*****g THROAT OUT" I quickly turned to see Sapphire walking out of the bar with, Yemi, Daniel, Lauren , my dad, Cheshire and my oldest sister, KT following them. Yemi was pushing Sapphire farther back but Sapphire kept trying to charge for Lauren. she was clearly drunk. "That's my Que." I said, still watching the s**t show. "you know them?" "Yeah" Yemi pushed Sapphire so far back that she bumped into me. Sapphire turned to look at me. "Hey Sage. How you doin?" "I don't want to hear it. go to the car Yemi will follow you" "But-" "No Buts. you do this everything you go out and we all have to bail you out of trouble. Go.To. The. Car!..Now!" Sapphire crossed her arms and stomped to my Vehicle. Me and Yemi exchange looks. She gave me a big smile then followed the Genie. I noticed that everyone had their eyes on me with various Expressions. Then I realized that Jaxon was still holding on to me. i looked up at him. he was glaring at something ahead of us. I followed his gaze back to the small crowd. he was glaring at Daniel. "who is that?" he whispered in my ear. his arm stretched out to point at my ex. "nobody important." "well he's looking at me like we have a problem." Jaxon voiced with such bass it could shake the earth. He wanted Daniel to hear him. Daniel walked up to us and Jaxon pushed me gently behind him. "we can have a problem if want one, Demon" "Prince. I'm a prince. And you will address me with respect, you low ranked lightbringer. I'll turn you into angel dust." I heard Daniel scoff, "Sage come here. Step away from this man. he'll hurt you" "Don't talk to her, man. my girl said you're not important, so why are you addressing her? keep backing up." I couldn't see over Jaxon's big figure but I knew that daniel did what he was told. Jaxon turned to me and wrapped one arm around my waist, "look go take care of sisters, keep the coat. I have plenty at the house. now listen to me ok?" I nodded as we looked into each other's eyes with every breath the in between us began to shrink, "my card is in the pocket. just call me and I'll be there when you need me." he grabbed my hand again and kissed it, " I am always at your service a my Queen" Jaxon gave me a peck on the cheek and walked away. I gave an awkward look at everyone then started walking to my car. I put my hands in the pocket of the coat and felt multiple objects. A wallet, business cards, and a pack of cigarettes. Me being nosey, I opened the wallet. My eyes widened when I saw the amount of cash and cards in the pocket book. I gasped and quickly closed the wallet and pulled out his business card. It read: Jaxon Turner. C.E.O of Turner's corporations. Business Number 607-555-7867