Lie to Me by Michelle Lindo-Rice

Author:Michelle Lindo-Rice
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: friendship, forgiveness, mental illness, family, faith, christian, africanamerican
Publisher: Michelle Lindo-Rice

22

Belinda waved to Portia, who gave her a small nod. She had arrived early to church that following Saturday to ensure they would have seats just a few rows behind Sydney. Portia approached, still wearing her sunglasses. Belinda smirked. Somebody had been out partying the night before.

“Glad you made it. For a minute there, I thought you’d reneged on our plan.”

“No, I just had a hard time getting up this morning,” Portia answered in a muffled voice.

Belinda poked her in the ribs. “Look who just walked in.”

Both women eyed the six-foot-four man as he strolled over to where Sydney sat.

“I guess we’ve been replaced,” Portia said, as her eyes took in all Nathaniel was showing.

Belinda had to agree Nathaniel was fine. He was dressed in a beige suit with a gold-colored shirt and coordinated tie. She had to give it to him. He knew how to put himself together.

“He’s finger-licking good. I’ll give him that,” Belinda said.

Portia’s eyes were wide. “I can’t believe you just said that. We’re in church, and you’re engaged.”

“Yes, I know where I am, and I’m not about to lie in church. That man is fine and that’s the truth. And, I’m engaged, not blind. Now, he’s nothing close to my Lance, but he’s up there.” Belinda tilted her head toward the podium where Lance stood. He was officiating the services today.

Dressed in a dark blue suit and baby blue shirt, Lance looked good. Eyeing him, Belinda debated the perks of going to the justice of the peace. No, she couldn’t. Her father would have her head. He wanted to walk his only child down the aisle and Belinda wanted the fairytale. Which reminded her, she leaned over to Portia. “You have any updates for me?”

Portia glared. “Don’t you know who you’re dealing with?”

Sydney turned around and crooked her finger at them. There were two empty spots next to her. Portia jumped to her feet.

After a brief hesitation, Belinda followed.

The three women exchanged hugs.

“Sydney, you’re glowing. Your tummy is finally showing.” Belinda pressed her hand against Sydney’s growing abdomen.

Portia scrunched her nose. “Turn to the side.”

Sydney blushed under their attention.

“You’re beautiful,” Nathaniel said.

He sounded a little too intimate for Belinda’s liking.

Portia leaned in and whispered. “You see what I mean? Look how fine I look in this black dress, but he’s gushing over Sydney.”

Sydney spoke up. “Belinda, I don’t think you’ve had the pleasure of meeting Nathaniel.”

Belinda smiled, “Pleased to meet you.” She made her voice extra sexy to annoy Portia.

“Sydney didn’t tell me she had a model for a friend,” he said. Belinda hid a smile. Nathaniel was a flirt.

In her tiger print dress and matching pumps, Belinda struck a pose. “Well, I try.”

“Belinda’s engaged to Dr. Lance Forbes. He’s the one who is going to lead the service,” Sydney explained.

Belinda glanced at Portia. Sydney was making sure Nathaniel knew Belinda wasn’t available. As soon as the music started for the service to begin, Belinda made sure to sit next to Sydney to keep Nathaniel from reclaiming the seat next to her.

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