Keep It Movin' by L. Divine

Author:L. Divine [Divine, L.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: cookie429, Extratorrents, Kat
Publisher: Kensington Publishing Corp.
Published: 2011-11-29T13:00:00+00:00

When we get back to Inglewood, all I want to do is shower and watch television, but I can’t ring in the New Year with Rah still mad at me, and judging by his puppy-dog eyes, I’d say he feels the same way. My mom and Karl have already started their evening festivities off at his house, so it’s just me and the television tonight. And as far as I’m concerned, this is all I need to have a good time.

“I’m sorry I left you yesterday, but you really hurt me.” I open the front door, toss my jacket and purse on the couch and run to the bathroom. When I come back out, Rah’s standing by the door, waiting for an apology from me that ain’t coming. From what I can see, I didn’t do anything wrong.

“How did I hurt you? By not always being available when you want me to be?”

“No, by accepting expensive gifts from that punk when you already know what he’s all about.” Rah’s jawbone tightens and he looks like he wants to punch the wall. He needs to check himself—and now, before he goes too far.

“Yes, I do know what he’s all about and it isn’t money, no matter what you may think.” I look at him and notice his eyes soften, but I can tell he’s still vexed enough to do some damage. We need to drop the subject. I walk into the kitchen and check the cabinets for snacks, ready for my big night in. I grab a bag of popcorn.

“Jayd, it’s New Year’s Eve. You can’t sit at home and watch TV all night.” Rah’s always into festivities and I know he remembers what happened on New Year’s several years ago, so I don’t understand why he’s pressuring me. My uncle’s murder is always on my mind this time of year.

“Watch me,” I say, popping the popcorn in the skillet while sprinkling sea salt on it. Rah watches me shake the food in total disbelief of my nonchalant attitude. “You should get going before Kamal gets impatient and starts honking your horn.”

“It’s Jeremy. He’s coming over, isn’t he?” This brotha is too much for me sometimes. Actually, Jeremy will be ringing in the holiday with his brothers. They have a tradition that I’m positive includes lots of alcohol and pot; not my cup of tea. Besides, I’ve had enough of his family and their version of the holiday spirit.

“Not that I know of. Rah, why are tripping? You know I like to keep to myself on this holiday, especially since Mama’s usually in a mood, if you recall. I feel better staying home, just in case she needs me.” I glance at the selection of drinks in the bare refrigerator and settle for lemonade. I haven’t been shopping since Monday and I’m almost out of food.

“Jayd, your uncle Donnie died five years ago. It’s time for a new tradition, don’t you think?” Maybe he’s right, but this isn’t the year to change shit up.

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