Running Away From Love (9 page)

After we finished I was about to clean up, but he stopped me and said “Let me get the dishes for you. After all, you cooked that big breakfast for me it’s the least I can do.”

I smiled as I said “Okay, then let me get out of your way.”

              As he washed the dishes I laid down on the couch, and read a magazine. He made fun of me saying “You’re a little bit too comfortable over there not doing anything.”

I laughed as I said “You told me to sit down, and let you do the cleaning up. So I’m relaxing letting you do all the dirty work.”

He laughed as he said “Well, I’m finished now master.”

He walked over and sat down next to me.

“I need to get home,” he said. “But I enjoyed us just spending some alone time together. You don’t treat me like Q the NBA player. I like that you’re independent and I don’t feel as if you want something from me.”

I said, “Well I’m glad you can relax and just chill out with me. I really enjoy hanging out with you too. I’m glad I met you, and now I have someone I can hang out with here. I was worried I would be here all by myself. You most definitely came at the right time. So thank you for that, Quincy.”

He said, “Well now you have me, and you won’t be able to get rid of me.”

I laughed as I said “That’s definitely not a bad thing. I won’t hold you hostage anymore. I know you’re probably really busy, and have things to do.”

He stood up and said “Never too busy for you though, Jasmine. Anytime you want to chill, and do something just hit me up.”

As I walked him to the door we hugged goodbye, and he kissed me. I swear I melt every time his lips touch mine. I wanted so much more, but I knew I had to control myself and wait.

He said “I deserve some brownie points you walked around me all morning in these little ass shorts, and I kept my hands all to myself. Very tempting, Jasmine, I must admit.”

I laughed as I said “You were a complete gentleman; I’m very impressed. So you have a million and one brownie points.”

We both shared a laugh as he walked outside my apartment. As I closed the door behind him I couldn’t wipe the smile off my face. I really enjoyed being around him. I always felt like something was missing from my life. I have my dream job, and I’m financially stable for once in my life. But nothing can replace the void of having a man who can make you feel like a woman. That feeling is priceless.

              So far everything at work has been going really well. Today I was working on my first issue of the magazine. I get to do a piece on Drake. I am a big fan of his music so I was already crazy nervous to begin with. But everything went really good. He was actually really nice, and cool to work with. He took it easy on me for the interview thankfully. I have been having the time of my life getting to write about music. I get to travel back and forth from New York to Los Angeles to Atlanta, and Miami. My frequent flyer miles have been racking up lately. I’ve met so many different people and learned so many things about the magazine and music business.

Q and I have been dating now for a couple months. I can honestly say he has taken his time with me. I mean there have been a lot of times where we don’t see eye to eye on things. He can’t stand the fact that I have a difficult time showing my emotions, or expressing how I feel to him. He gets pissed off when I’m annoyed that I tend to get distant. But I’ve been trying to give us a chance, and I think he is seeing my effort. He has honestly been like a breath of fresh air for me. He has showed me a whole new world, and I love all of it. He does the sweetest things for me. He sends me flowers to my job with a note just to say he is thinking about me. We constantly do things together like movies, dinner, and concerts. He knows all about Trey and what we once shared together. And for the most part he seems to be pretty comfortable within his spot with me. He doesn’t seem to be threatened by my past relationship.

Trey and I both just kind of walked away from one another. There was mad shit that should have been said, but I guess it wasn’t meant to play out. Q and I have not officially said we were together. He isn’t my man as of right now. Right now we are just enjoying each other‘s company, and getting to know each one another without putting a title on what we have. I’ve never been courted before, and I love it. I feel like it’s important for him to really know me, and for me to do the same. Maybe one day soon we will make it all official, but I like where we’re at right now. Where were at right now is comfortable for me. Honestly I am kind of scared to get into another relationship. I want the next relationship I’m in to be my last one. Dealing with the breakups is not easy for me. So I am fine with not rushing anything between Q and me. I would be willing to take the next step if he made that move.

              What I do know is that he is not getting into my panties unless I get the title. I give no free tastes without purchasing the whole candy store. I will admit it has been crazy hard keeping my legs closed to this man. The physical attraction and chemistry between us is magical. I get nervous whenever he gets too close to me, and he does it on purpose. He can just breathe on me and I get shifty, and I try to run away. It has been way to long since I had a man sexing me, and I really can’t say how much longer I can hold out. We have had nights where we would kiss for hours, but I would always wind up stopping him before any of my clothes started to come off. I always felt like sex would only complicate an uncomplicated situation. Sex opens up the door to feelings, and emotions even if it’s not even wanted. I wanted him in the worse way trust me. But I’m not sure I’m ready just yet to open up, and be that intimate with him. He has the potential to get my ass sprung.

Being with Q has helped me adjust to this city a whole lot easier than I could have ever imagined. I can’t even remember the last time a man made me smile and laugh as much as he does. I’m just happy! And I can honestly say I haven’t even thought about Trey since I’ve been around Q. I guess it really does take a good man to make you forget about a past love.

              I waited for Q as he purchased our tickets to the show. The movie theater was very crowded being it was the weekend opening for some new big action flick Q wanted to see. Tonight I had on a pair of ripped jeans, and a white crop top that showed my pierced belly button. I accented it with a pair of gold wedge sandals. I kept it simple just wearing my gold diamond studs to match. I wore my hair pulled up into a messy bun. I was cute but comfortable at the same time. I was looking good, and I knew all eyes were on me. I noticed this guy across the room was staring me down hard. Just as he started to walk over to me Q came over just in time, and put his arms around my waist and kissed me on the neck. I loved that he loved to show public affection to me. He would kiss me anywhere, and hold me in his arms. I loved to be flaunted by him. Once the guy saw Q he stopped dead in his tracks, and turned back around.

I smiled as I said “You came right on time because that guy over there was about to come over here to talk to me.”

He laughed as he said “I’m not worried, sweetheart. I know I’m the only one who actually has you.”

I didn’t know how to respond to what he just said. Was he claiming me as his even though we never made it official? Maybe tonight would be the night that we would make it all official. So I said “Wow you’re that confident, huh?” He smiled at me and then said “You’re damn right I am.” I acted like I was going to go talk to the other guy but he snatched me back, and we both shared a laugh together as we walked into the theatre.

              After the movie let out, we went back to his place. I loved Q’s place. He owned a really nice condo in Edgewater, NJ that was gorgeous, and it overlooked the water. I knew he couldn’t have done all the decorating by himself because it was too damn nice and coordinated. We sat on his leather and suede couch, cuddling up together and watched some DVD’s. He lit some candles which set a sexy and relaxing mood. He changed into some basketball shorts and a wife beater which showed off his body perfectly. I already knew he was very well endowed, but the basketball shorts tonight showed the print to perfection. I found myself staring at him whenever he got up. I could still smell a hint of his Armani cologne lingering on his skin. I was laying down with my head resting on his lap, and he twirled my hair between his fingers.

It was nothing but an awkward silence between us for a while. I could feel him staring at me but I was too nervous to look up. I felt like we both wanted to say something to one another but couldn’t find the right words to say. But he broke the silence when he called out my name.

I looked up at him and said “Yes?”

“These last couple of months has been really good, and I have enjoyed every minute I have spent with you. But I think it’s time we make things official I want you to be mine exclusively. I never met or been with anyone like you. Being with you has made me realize so many different things about myself, and what I want out of a relationship. I didn’t think it was possible for me to find that one girl, but I feel like it might be you. Can you see yourself being with me?”

I was nervous but happy at the same time.

I said “I love being with you, Quincy. I feel like I can just be me. After my last relationship I really lost myself. And I won’t lie I had become very jaded towards relationships. But you can just look at me a certain way and make me feel amazing. I would love for it to just be you and me officially.”

He smiled at me and said “Ok its official then baby. “Wait here for a second until I come back down to get you.”

I smiled as I asked ”Where are you going?” He just said “Just relax, baby, I will be right back.” As he disappeared upstairs I ran into the bathroom to freshen up. I fixed my hair, and did a quick gargle with some mouthwash. Two seconds after I sat back down, Q came back downstairs.

“I have a surprise for you,” he said, “but you have to close your eyes for me.

I smiled. “Why do I have to close my eyes, Q?”

He smacked his teeth and said “Listen, woman, just do what you are told for once, and stop questioning me.”

I closed my eyes as I was told. He took me by the hand and guided me upstairs. As I got upstairs I could smell a sweet smelling candle that he had lit.

“Okay, are you ready to open your eyes?” I nodded my head with an anxious yes. Once he moved his hands and I opened my eyes I couldn’t believe what I saw. He ran a bath in his Jacuzzi jet bathtub with rose pedals floating around. He lit vanilla and jasmine scented candles all around the bathroom as well. All I could do was smile I never had anything this nice and romantic done for me.

I turned around and hugged him hard. “Wow, Quincy, this is so sweet of you. Is this for me?”

He kissed my lips. “Of course, baby it’s for you. I just wanted to make you feel special. You just made me the happiest man by giving us a chance to build a future together. I know that trying a new relationship is scary for you, but you’re taking a chance on us and I appreciate it. This really is only the beginning compared to what I will do for you.”

I thought to myself that this has to be some sort of dream. He is just too damn good to be true. He knows all the right things to do, and what say to me. A good man who knows how to be romantic, and treat his woman like he would want to be treated is definitely a keeper. Plus I’m a spoiled brat. He knows it and he makes it his business to give me whatever I want.

              He slowly began to undress me revealing my Victoria Secret black lace bra and lace thong. As soon as I was fully undressed he just stood there looking at me. It was as if he was analyzing my body, taking note of every curve. I was nervous, being naked in front of him for some reason. After he took off my panties and bra, he led me to the bathtub, and I let the water cover all of me.

I turned to him. “You’re not going to join me?”

He smiled as he said “No, this is all for you to enjoy all by yourself. But I will help you out a little bit though.”

I was kind of disappointed, but I accepted his offer anyway. He began to wash every inch of my body. And he made sure that he touched all of the spots that he knew would leave me wanting more. After I finished taking my bath he met me with a big fluffy towel to dry me off. He wrapped me up in the towel, and swept me up into his arms. He kissed me long and hard nearly stealing my breath away. He carried me into his bedroom and laid me down on his bed. He pulled out some massage oil, and told me to lie down on my stomach. I did as I was told.

              As soon as his hands touched my damp skin I shivered a little bit. My body has been yearning for his touch. He gave me a full body massage that released any nervous tension that I was feeling. He really had undeniable skills with his hands alone, so I could only imagine what the sex would be like. He flipped me over onto my back and began to massage my thighs. He was working his way closer to what I held in between my thighs.

He slowly massaged my throbbing clit that sent a chill up my spine. As he massaged me he slid his other fingers in and out of me. Well that was all I could possibly take. I began to reach for his clothes, but he moved my hands away.

“Slow down, baby, I’m not going anywhere we have all night. Just relax and stop trying to be in control.”

I was beginning to get frustrated, and my smile turned into a pout. He kissed my lips softly and said “Stop pouting, baby. I will give you all that you can handle; trust me. Just relax. Let me take my time and enjoy you.”