Chapter 101: Black Shirt

MIA

She is dressed in only a black shirt that looks familiar and her hair looks messy.

My heart picked up at the possible reason.

I shared a look with Coco as she placed the orange juice on the island.

"The white girl and her kids. I wasn't expecting to see you here though," Brenda said, walking around the island and moving towards the fridge.

I looked at Coco again as I put down the glass of juice Jay Jay was drinking from.

Coco moved to the cooker as Brenda stared at the open fridge.

I rested my eyes on the shirt she is wearing.

Why does it look like the same one Big Kai wore from last night?

She took out a bottle of water and closed the fridge. She grabbed a glass and moved to the island.

She placed the glass down, opened the bottle, and filled up the glass. She picked up the glass and began drinking.

I couldn't take my eyes off the shirt.

Regardless of how it is messing with my head and heart.

That is Big Kai's shirt.

Why is she wearing it?

She let out a fulfilling breath and put down the glass.

"Whoo, that was refreshing." She said, moving her eyes to me.

I moved my gaze to Jay Jay, moving the glass of juice to his lips to give him more juice.

Actually, to distract my cause I can't help how I am feeling right now.

Like the fool Imani said I am.

Brenda is really wearing Big Kai's shirt.

There is only one reason for that.

Brenda chuckled. "Seriously, girl, why are you still here?"

I looked at her.

She raised her brows.

I returned my gaze to Jay Jay.

"I am taking you, little Ms Ariana Grande looking bitch."

I furrowed my brows and looked at her.

"Why the fuck are you still here?"

I heaved a sigh. "Please mind your words, there are kids here."

"Fuck you." she snapped.

I stared at her.

"Listen bitch, you shouldn't be here. Leave now and do yourself a fucking favour."

I kept staring at her as I clenched the glass in my hand.

"What makes you think someone as powerful as Big Kai would want to be with someone like you?" she pointed.

I moved my eyes to Jay Jay.

"Look at me when I talk to you."

I didn't obey.

"Look at me damn it!" She snapped,  making Jay Jay flinch and I held him instantly.

I threw her a scowl.

She smirked. "Big Kai can't and will never be with someone like you. You are fucking white. Do you even know who he is?"

"Enlighten me," I snarled.

Her face twitched instantly.

I held her gaze boldly.

"He is fucking above you and you are beneath him." she snarled, making my heart clench but I didn't break my gaze on her.

"Stop getting any fucking ideas because it won't work. Leave already. Take your little disgusting brats with you and leave my man's house, you damn bitch." she said, walking out of the room.

I placed the glass down and brushed my hair back as I felt both anger and the need to let out tears.

"That's my first time hearing her speak so aggressively." Coco took my attention.

I lowered my gaze as I fought the urge to let my tears out.

"Ignore her, Mia. You are not going anywhere."

I looked away.

"At least until the boss wakes up. I am pretty sure he will put her and Imani in their places."

I scoffed, looking at her.

"When he wakes up? Really?"

She furrowed her brows.

"You mean he is already awake. She is wearing his shirt." I said.

She looked at the entrance and then at me.

"Oh gosh, the shirt. Why didn't I think of that?"

I scoffed, lowering my gaze.

"Listen, Mia, I am sure it is just a mis....."

"Don't say misunderstanding, Coco. Please." I retorted.

Her shoulders fell.

"Imani was right."

Her face twitched.

"I am nothing but a fool."

"Mia,"

"It is true, Coco. I am a big fool." I heaved a sigh. "I am even a bigger fool after last night," I muttered as I recalled the sex.

Oh, God.

"Last night? What happened last night?" Coco asked.

I shook my head.

"Nothing. We are going back to the room." I said, getting on my feet and picking up Jay Jay.

"Let's go, Vicky," I reached to help Vicky down on her feet.

"But what about the orange juice?" Coco asked.

"Please return it," I said, heading out with Jay Jay and Vicky.

NIGHT HOURS.....

MIA'S ROOM....

I covered Vicky with the duvet as she let out tiny snores. I leaned down and kissed her on her forehead.

I walked towards the crib. Jay Jay is asleep as well. And as predicted, his posture is out of this world.

"Funny little guy." I placed him properly and covered him with his duvet.

I caressed his hair before standing up straight.

I let out a sigh as I recalled his new stubbornness recently.

His obsession with crayons.

His frequent cranky cries. He is always cranky.

And then my orange juice.

I let out a chuckle.

You and Vicky are the only things keeping me sane in this annoying house.

Maybe we should leave.

I mean what am I even doing here?

Big Kai doesn't love me.

What am I even thinking?

I shouldn't be thinking about this.

You hated him, Mia. Why is this bothering you?

I walked towards the bathroom and closed the door.

I did my business and not long later, I walked out of the bathroom dressed in my black pajamas.

I dried my hair with the towel and placed it aside.

I walked towards the nightstand and picked up the cereal pack.

It is empty.

Gosh, why didn't I check it earlier?

Now I will have to go to the kitchen and get a new pack.

Jay Jay will definitely wake up for his midnight snack as always.

Sighing, I walked towards the door and out of the room.

The hallway is quiet and lonely just like a typical night.

Since I left the kitchen hours ago, this is my first time coming out. Coco had to bring us lunch and dinner to the room.

She said nothing about Big Kai coming out of his room.

I didn't even bother to ask.

Why am I thinking about him now?

I stared in the direction leading to his room.

What if Coco was right about Brenda wearing his shirt as a misunderstanding?

I let out a scoff.

Stop this, Mia. Really.

I took the direction leading to the stairs but stopped in my tracks, closing my eyes and letting out a sigh.

Fine.

Let's go check up on him.

I rubbed my temple slightly as I turned towards the direction.

Not long later, I got to his room door.

I let out a breath and I reached to knock on the door but I saw an opening.

The door is not closed properly.

I opened it slightly and froze.

Big Kai is lying on his back, asleep and shirtless but covered halfway with his duvet. A drip is connected to his body and next to him is Brenda who is resting her head on his chest and has her hand on his body.

I shook my head as I moved back. I walked away as tears filled my eyes.

Why the hell did I even go there?

Mia, what in God's name is wrong with you?

I got to my room door and grabbed the doorknob.

I stopped, recalling Jay Jay's cereal.

I sniffled and wiped my tears as I headed for the stairs. I got to the stairs, descended them, and headed towards the kitchen.

I walked to the end of the kitchen and rested my hands on the counter as my heart ached.

I shook my head, calming myself. I sniffled and looked up, blinking my eyes.

I think I should leave.

Tomorrow is a good time to do so.

I will figure out how to assist the three of us out there.

I mean I took care of myself for two years.

I can do it for an extra two, right?

I covered my face as I cried silently.

I just want to leave this place. There is too much pain here. I can't take it. First was him having a girlfriend. Second was his shirt and now, she is sleeping next to him.

What does all that mean?

I lowered my hands and blew out air to calm myself.

Jay Jay needs his cereals.

I stood on my toes and reached for the top shelf. I opened it but I didn't see any cereal.

I furrowed my brows.

Are there no more cereals?

What will Jay Jay eat then?

He is going to cry my ears out tonight.

I let out a sigh as I closed the shelf.

Perhaps his cries would keep me busy.

I need to get oatmeal instead. He will need to eat something.

I moved towards the second shelf, stood on my toes, and opened it. I saw the oatmeal.

I grabbed it and placed it on the counter. I stared at the brand, thinking about how Jay Jay would eat this.

He will definitely cry.

Why didn't I check this earlier? What am I going to....

Warm hands snaking my waist made me jump as a familiar scent hit my nose.

I turned around instantly and my heart raced.

He chuckled while staring at me with his dull eyes.

"Sup, shawty?"

"Big Kai," I muttered.