Page 29 of Emani's Way
I must say, Maddox is fine as all get out, but him and Zane together really is a sexy combination.
“Look at these thirsty tramps in here. We haven’t been on the dance floor for a full song, and they’re surrounding the table like vultures on roadkill,” Tae says above the music.
I laugh because she’s right. As soon as we got up, the women in here started circling the guys. I can’t say that I blame them, but dang they’re bold.
“There’s the waitress with our food. Let’s go eat and save the boys from the thirst,” I holler over the music.
Tae nods in agreement, and we head to the table. As we get closer, some of the women scurry off, but two of them obviously want smoke since they stay. They are eyeing Tae, and I like we’re interrupting their good time. They’re attractive women. One is black and the other white. Both are skinny with huge boobs popping out of their short dresses. I can tell they think they’re something special, by the looks on their faces.
“Excuse me.” Tae moves around the women as Zane and Maddox slide out from their seats.
“You heard my wife, move the fuck out the way.” Zane shoos the women.
I guess they didn’t move fast enough as they continue to stand there looking appalled because Maddox snaps his fingers in front of their faces. “You heard my brother, move the fuck around.”
Both women huff and stomp off. When I look up at Maddox, he just shrugs.
“If you haven’t noticed, he’s the evil twin.” Zane’s face is serious until he looks at Maddox, and they both break out in loud belly laughs.
“From what I can tell, both of y’all are the evil twin.” I look between the two of them, raising my eyebrow.
They both chuckle at my statement. “Depends on the day,” Maddox responds, kissing my temple. When I look over at Tae, she simply shrugs and we share a laugh.
Out of all of our dates, this is the most relaxed that I’ve seen Maddox. I really enjoy this side of him. Even though I see glimpses of his playful side, I can tell that Maddox is very rarely relaxed. I see that his twin brings out a comfort in him that someday I hope I can accomplish.
We settle in to eat the best burgers in Dallas, and the conversation flows naturally between the four of us. And even though a double date wasn’t on my agenda tonight, I’m glad I was able to meet Zane and Tae. It shows me that Maddox is serious about us really getting to know one another. My guard is slipping down just a little with every moment I spend with this man.
***
“I had a great time tonight. I’m really glad we got to go to Taters. Your brother and Tae are so fun.” I hug Maddox around his neck as he sways me side to side on my front porch.
I feel like a teenager again. Not that I got to experience many unsupervised dates with the way my parents had me locked down, but it’s what I imagined dating would’ve been like in high school.
“I had a great time as well. Thanks for understanding about the reservations and for going to Taters with me. I know it’s probably not what you’re used to.” Maddox kisses the side of my neck, and I sigh.
“I’m not as fussy as you think. I loved going to the bar and hanging out with your brother. It’s nice just to relax sometimes.”
Although Maddox and I have been dating for several weeks now, when we go out to dinner, it’s always a fancy place. I assumed upscale dining was his thing, and it never crossed my mind that he was doing it for me.
“I’ll keep that in mind for our future dates.” Maddox continues to sway us.
When his hands start to caress my body, and he begins to pepper more kisses on my neck, for a brief second, I want to strip off my clothes and let him take me right here on my porch until I hear screeching wheels and a revving engine.
Before I can see what’s going on, there’s a blur of something flying towards us. I don’t get a chance to move, but I’m hitting the ground with a thud as glass from my front window shatters all around us.
Maddox’s heavy body is crushing me to the hard concrete of my porch as I scream my head off.
“It’s okay, baby. I’m here. Calm down.” Maddox isn’t panicking at all, but I can’t calm down.
My heart is beating so fast that I feel like I’m about to pass out. I can feel the beginnings of a panic attack.
“What just happened? Are you two okay?” I hear Frank ask, but I still can’t see anything because Maddox hasn’t moved.
“Call the police. Someone just threw a brick through the window. Emani, do you have a ring camera, or do your neighbors?” Maddox finally raises off of me to question.
“I have one. Umm, and Mr. Simmons across the street might.” I’m still slightly disoriented, but Maddox’s words register through my cloudy brain. “Did you say someone threw a brick? What the hell is going on?”
“I’m not sure, but we need to get in the house right now. We need to check your camera footage while we wait for the police.” Maddox is taking charge, and I get the distinct feeling he’s used to being in control.