CheckMate (Play At Your Own Risk) (15 page)

“She better be glad she didn’t or I would go there and beat that baby out of her.”

“Just calm down, baby girl. You’re acting like me now. I wanna meet this bitch just to see who she really is. This bitch got my brother killed. I miss him so much,” Linda stated, then began to cry. Candy became the strong one.

“I just can’t wait until this weekend to see mama.”

“I’m coming with you. I need to see her, too. I hope she doesn’t think I’m upset with her because I could never be. There is no doubt that she’ll be able to confirm this woman’s story.”

Chapter Thirteen

M

M
onty pulled up to the curbstone, and then got out of his car. A week had passed and he had just witnessed his queen’s father being buried. He went home to clear his thoughts because it brought back so many memories of his father’s funeral. Candy did better than expected, and was surrounded at her home by family members. He got out of his car and walked in the house.

“Hey, Monty, how is Candy doing?” Catherine asked. ”It was real nice of you to give such support to her during and after her father’s funeral. You really showed me you’ve grown up to become a good hearted, decent man. I’m proud of you for that. But, wasn’t that something how Ebony showed up to the funeral escorted by the police?”

“Yeah, dey say that she felt threatened for her life.” He sat down on the sofa by her and rested his head back.

“She’s just full of shit is
all. I just couldn’t believe the homewrecker had the nerve to show up there. She really made a scene while falling all out over Will’s dead body. The people across town could hear her screaming as the police walked her back out of the church. Thank God Nancy couldn’t be there to witness that charade. I just can’t believe she’d have the nerve to do that.”

“Well, that ain’t all she had the nerve to do. When she left the church, Linda got a phone call from Ebony’s sister saying that she went into labor and was having the baby.”

“What! You have gotta be kidding me. How is Candy doing after all that drama that happened today?”

“Well, Linda and the family are with her now,” he responded. She’s not leaving for another week. She doesn’t wanna leave Candy yet and is determined to have that blood test done on the baby before she leaves here. Candy has been very sick ever since this whole incident happened and she’s not eating or anything
right now. She and Linda are going back and forth with each other about Candy moving to Atlanta with her for a few months until school starts, but Candy just wants to stay at her own house. She’s even decided to go to Virginia College right here in town. She loves being close enough to visit her mama on the weekends,” said Monty. He seemed tired.

“So, that house belongs to Candy as long as they’re keeping Nancy locked down?”

“Yeah, it’s hers now. Her mama show ain’t got nothing to say about it. The state ain’t showing her any slack and Ebony isn’t making it any better by constantly reporting to them, making sure she stays in there,” said Monty as he yawned.

“I still can’t believe it. I feel so bad for Nancy. I’m going to go visit her as soon as I can. She needs all the support she can get. I knew Will was screwing around on, her but didn’t know things would go this far. I gotta wonder, though, if that baby is his. That shit still puzzles me, ya know?” said Catherine as she rubbed the side of Monty’s hairline.

“Yeah, it’s still shocking to all of us, but we’ll find out soon enough,” said Monty.

“I’m one of the ones that can’t wait, either. Well, son, how do you really feel about Candy?” Catherine changed the subject. “I know you gotta like her a lot because of how you’ve been treating her and staying by her side. I’m glad she had you around, because if you weren’t there for her, she wouldn’t have been able to take it. That poor girl made me cry when she hollered out in church like that. She cried out for her daddy just like Mona did at y’all daddy’s funeral. I felt something go all over me. That shit hit me hard, because it seemed just like yesterday when I was feeling the same way. I ain’t been the same since,” said Catherine. She began choking up as she shook her head from side to side.

Catherine peered over at Monty since the look on his face told her he didn’t want to continue talking about that subject, so she continued to pry in his life. “I’m your mama and I know that it’s hard for you to settle down. So, what’s the deal between you two?” She was now trying to be nosy on the sly.

“Mama, there is nothing that you need to be concerned about. We have a real cool relationship. I ain’t gonna lie to
you, I like her, a lot! She’s a good girl and she’s down for me. Let’s just say, we have a clear understanding of how things work between us and I like it like that.”
I hope that it stays that way,
Monty thought
.

“Well, I’ve always known that Candy had a thang for you. I’m glad you at least waited until she was of age before you caught a thang for her. Monty, you can’t hurt her, though. I don’t know if she could take it. So, whatever you two got going on, I hope it’ll work out for y’all. I really wouldn’t want to see Candy hurt again because you’re not ready for whatever she’s hoping to gain out of this relationship. Or, shall I say, arrangement you two have.”

“Don’t worry. I got this and it’s all good,” Monty said just as his phone beeped. He looked down and read his text message.

When am I going 2 c u? Jay

Damn, I need to go see Janet right quick. Burke County is only twenty minutes away. I’ve been too busy hanging around Candy trying to make sure she’s been alright. I don’t know what the deal is, but I gotta get it together and continue making this paper. I ain’t seen nobody in a whole week. That ain’t good for my business. I bet I done missed out on six grand plus some,
Monty thought as he returned the text message.

How does 30 min. sound? Mo Money

I’ll B waiting… Jay

“Well, Mama, I gotta go change.” Monty got up and walked to his bedroom as he put on a white tee and a pair of jeans. He quickly put on his white Air Force Ones and hurried out the door.

“Damn, Monty, you just got here,” Catherine replied.

“Yeah, and I just gotta go, too. I got things to do.” He opened up the door and walked out while slamming the screen door behind him.

“You need to get some rest. I know you’re tired. It’s gonna come down on you if you don’t watch yourself,” Catherine hollered out in concern for Monty’s well being.

“I’ll be alright, Mama. I’ll be back later.” He got in his car and
pulled off.

Should I call her and tell her I’m about to handle some business or should I wait until later?
he wondered.
Maybe I’ll just wait until later. I hope she doesn’t call me while I’m over to Janet’s crib. I don’t know if I could tell her I’m with another chick, knowing she’s still grieving her dad. I feel my mama dearest and I don’t want to hurt her. I know we got an understanding, but I don’t know how strong Candy really is. She could be acting hard about what I do. But, inside it could really be hurting her. I’ll just tell her the truth if she asks. If she doesn’t, then I ain’t saying nothing. I’d just hate to lie to her being that we supposed to have this little understanding and all.

Monty tried to forget about explaining anything to Candy, and then figured he needed to not worry about her because he had to get his mind right for Janet, who he hadn’t seen in several weeks.

Maybe this is what I need to get my head back in the game. I’ve been so consumed with taking care of Candy until I’ve almost wanted to forget about my extracurricular activities. Candy’s a smart female. She has truly been keeping a nigga straight in that field. I damn show can’t complain about it because it’s the best and it’s definitely the rarest freshwater pearl I got on board.

Monty began feeling the sexual urge to be with Janet. He started missing the action all his pawns gave him and wanted it all back. He thought each one had a different way of enticing him to have sex, and that was what turned him on about them. And, he liked knowing that he ran the show. He enjoyed it when they begged for him to come over or upped the price because they wanted to see him so bad. He enjoyed the kinky, freaky, sexual stimulation that they brought to the table and he got horny thinking about it, despite getting his freak on with Candy since day break.

Candy got it all, his love, affection, and all his sexual fantasies. Monty couldn’t let that go for anyone, but he wasn’t about to stop making money and missing out on the action he craved for, either. He pulled up in Janet’s driveway, smiling as he got out of the car.

Janet opened the door just as Monty walked up her porch steps. She stood there smiling, looking like a beauty queen. He walked in and she gave him a big hug.

Damn, I miss this shit,
Monty thought.

“Here you go,” Janet said as she put the money in Monty’s deep pockets. “I put a lil’ extra something in there for you.”

“That’s cool.” Monty checked out Janet from head to toe just as he received a text message. He looked down at his phone quickly.

I really want 2 c u. Hit me back ASAP... Sassy

Monty looked back up at Janet and smiled as if the text message was unimportant.
Damn, she’s looking good!
Monty thought. “I can’t help but notice the red bikini you’re wearing. Don’t get me wrong, that shit is looking good, but what’s up with that?” Monty asked, curious to know what Janet had planned.

“Well, let’s just say, I hope you’re energized for me because it’s been damn near a month and some change since I last saw you. I have a lot of making up to do. And, you do, too.”

“Yeah, well, I figured you were out of town with your boyfriend. You know how he tries to keep you on lock in key, but who can blame him? Look at you.” Monty flashed his pearly whites.

“You know how he can’t make a move without me going with him. But, I lied this time and told him my sister was coming to stay with me for two weeks. I couldn’t go with him on his promotional book tour. It’s funny how he’s always surrounded by hundreds of groupies and beautiful women, but still don’t want to leave me behind.” Janet grabbed Monty’s hand. “You still looking good, Monty. I always think about the way you hold me close to you and fuck me the way I want you to. That’s probably one of the main reasons why I think about riding this dick every day.” Janet patted Monty’s dick and pulled him to the back door. She opened it up and walked him outside by the pool. “Come on! Get naked and join me. No one can see us through our eight foot private fencing.” Janet kissed Monty on his neck, then turned around and dove in the pool. He stood there as he watched her swimming around like a seductive mermaid. She winked her eye
at him, telling him to get in.

“Janet, you’re crazy! But, I like this.” Monty took his clothes off. He eagerly got in the pool, laughing.

“Don’t worry. It’s heated in here already,” Janet said as she swam over to Monty, then went under the water and began giving him head.

Damn! How is she doing this shit? Her ass gonna choke if she ain’t careful
, he thought
.

Janet quickly emerged and wrapped her legs around Monty’s back like it wasn’t her first time doing it. Monty held her close to him as he floated out in the deeper section of the pool. Then, he untied her red bikini top while gently caressing her breasts. Janet kissed his neck. He pulled her red bikini bottom off and immediately slid his dick inside her. She hugged him tight and he stroked her quickly, making her cum. She gasped for air as she was uncontrollably having an orgasm. Monty began to smile from ear to ear.

This is what I’m talking about. I don’t know what I was thinking. I can’t give this shit up right now,
he thought
.

Monty held onto Janet as he waded slowly in the water. Once Janet’s back was against the marble siding wall of the pool, he grabbed her legs and held them up by his shoulders. After positioning himself, he went in and out of her repeatedly. The water felt like a tidal wave as it rushed up against their bodies with each stroke. Monty started to feel himself getting ready to bust one as he pumped her a little faster. Janet exploded again. Monty then turned her around and hit it from the back, causing a whirlwind while he stopped himself from
nutting. Janet turned around and hugged Monty around his neck.

“Can’t you stay for a little while longer?” she asked. He quickly thought about Candy and their arrangement.

“Naw, I’ma have to go. I got other things I have to do today.” Monty quickly got out of the pool.

“That’s cool, but you know I expect to see you again before my boyfriend returns home.”

“Just call me. I’ll come if I ain’t already into something else,” Monty responded as he dried off and put his clothes back on. He needed to go see Candy so he could get that nut off of his chest.

Janet got out of the pool, dried off, and walked Monty back through the house and out the front door. He left Janet’s house and got inside of his car, then pulled off thinking about the excitement he just experienced. He then thought quickly and text messaged Sierra back.

R u free... Mo Money

Yep. I’m waiting on u. What’s up…? Sassy

Give me about 30 min.... Mo Money

Cool, I’ll c u then... Sassy

Monty dialed Candy’s number as he drove to Louisville. It was quicker to get there from Burke County, so he took Hwy 56 all the way there. He figured he’d take a quick shower over to Sierra’s crib once he arrived.

“Hey, Boo,” Candy said as she answered the phone.

“Hey, what’s going on? I’m calling to check on you. What you been up to?” Monty asked, and then turned down his CD player so he could hear.

“I’m just sitting around here talking with your sister. She’s been keeping me laughing. I thought you might’ve gone home to get some rest.”

“Yeah, well, I did go home but I ran out to the store for my aggravating mama who acted like she was too tired to go anywhere,” Monty said.
Why in the hell am I lying to her?