Chapter Nine
Roya and Nikki were waiting for Brie to finish working out so they could hit the spa. Nikki was talking to John on her cellphone while Roya smiled at how cute she was. Nikki truly looked happy talking to him. She could tell by her laugh that it wasn't fake and she really missed him.
Roya wanted that; to be truly happy and madly in love with the right person. Feeling her own phone vibrate she saw that Jonathan had texted her. He was checking up on her and wanted to know if she would be okay with going out tomorrow night. She smiled, he probably just wanted to help take her mind off of the Darren situation. She replied yes to his offer. Nikki said her goodbyes to John and turned her attention back to Roya.
"John said for me to tell you hi." Nikki commented
"He knows about me?" Roya asked surprised
"Of course, you're like my new bestie plus you would be surprised how much the twins talk about you." Nikki replied
"They do have big mouths." Roya smirked, "Can't tell them anything. But their hearts are in a good place. Just now Jonathan even asked me out for tomorrow night."
Nikki's eyes widened, "Really?"
"Yeah, he probably wants to help take my mind off the whole Darren situation. Knowing him we will hit a bar or something." Roya replied
"Ah I see." Nikki said as she figured Jonathan didn't ask her on an official date, "You should dress up and have a good time. Nothing feels better than putting on your best shoes, a cute outfit and hitting the town."
"I guess. But it's Jon so I don't expect anything too fancy." Roya snickered
Nikki was about to say something when Brie came walking up to them with Joe (Roman Reigns).
"Hey Joe." Nikki announced
Joe smiled at her but suddenly started running up to them and picked Roya up. The two hug for a few moments before Joe gently put her down.
"Oh my god I haven't seen you in two years beautiful. Jon told me your were here but I have been super busy." Joe commented
"No worries, I understand." Roya smiled
"You look great." Joe smiled and Nikki noticed how he was looking at her.
"You don't have to try and make me feel good Joe. I look like shit." Roya laughed
"You know I could never lie to you." he replied, "How long are you in town?"
"I planned on staying a few weeks but I'm not sure. Might be longer." she replied
"It would be great if you hung around longer. I need to finish up working out but when Brie said she was meeting up with you and Nikki I had to take a second to catch up with you. I will stop by the guys' house later though. Definitely want to continue this conversation." Joe said
"That sounds great. See you later Joe." Roya smiled as he leaned down and kissed her cheek.
"Awesome. Catch you later ladies." Joe said before he walked off
Nikki and Brie waved bye and then turn their attention back to Roya. Nikki gave Roya a look.
"What?" Roya asked
"You two seem close." Nikki commented
"I mean along with the twins, I grew up with Joe as well. Plus our birthdays are back to back so we would usually celebrate it together. And we all went to college together." Roya stated
"You sure that's all?" Brie teased, "I could see a twinkle in his eyes."
"Well..." Roya started as her face turned red
"I knew it." Nikki smirked, "Spill the details."
"You two can't tell the twins...seriously! You can't." Roya sighed, "Joe and I secretly dated for two and a half years during college. We did it behind the twins back because every guy I dated got the "big brother treatment" from them. We liked each other for a long time and finally on my twenty first birthday we umm-had a moment and started dating."
"Moment? You hooked up with him?" Brie asked as she and Nikki wanted more details.
"...He was my first time." Roya said. It felt weird telling them the secret, the only other person who knew was Tyler but she trusted the twins as they have been very supportive with her in the last few days.
"You... lucky... dog." Nikki commented
"But of course Joe is happily married so there is just a close friendship between us." Roya said
"Well what ended the relationship?" Brie asked
"We were young and it was puppy love. Nothing deeper than surface level." Roya replied
"I want more details." Nikki commented as they proceeded to head down to the spa level. As they were passing a salon area, Nikki had a great idea.
"Roya, when is the last time you treated yourself and got your hair done?" Nikki asked
"Honestly, I can't even remember. It's been so long, I usually just do my own hair."Roya replied
"You should definitely have your hair and nails done to help boost your mood; nothing feels better than a new hairstyle and fresh manicure. Trust me." Brie commented
"I'm not sure. I mean," Roya sighed as this wasn't something she usually did. She was a simple kind of girl.
"Nope, my treat. You deserve it. Come on." Nikki stated, "I want to see you with extensions and volume. Oh and stiletto nails. Maybe even lash extensions."
What have I gotten myself into? Roya thought as she was dragged into the salon.
Back at the house the twins were playing pool with Joe. He dropped by for a visit to check on them and spend some time with Roya. Tyler came back to the house to await the makeover reveal Nikki texted him about. Normally he would be mad that he wasn't with them but at the moment he was in pure bliss. He relaxed on the couch and watched the three hot Samoan men strut around him.
"Yes lawd." Tyler whispered as he enjoyed every bit of his view.
The guys filled Joe in on what happened to Roya and he agreed Darren needed to get his ass kicked.
"He sounds like a real piece of shit." Joe commented as he lined up a shot
"That doesn't even begin to describe him. I would break my nails on his jaw all over again it I could." Tyler said
"He has an IOU on an ass whoopin if I ever see him again." Jonathan stated
"Got that right." Joshua added as he looked over the table to find the best shot to take. As he leaned on the table to prepare the shot, they heard the someone fiddling with keys at the door. Jonathan felt good knowing Roya had keys to the house, it just felt right. Their home was her home.
"We're back." Roya announced as she walked in with Nikki and Brie behind her.
"Holy shit." Tyler commented as he looked at her. Joshua nearly scratched the table when he looked up at her.
"Yes look at this hair. Take it in." Nikki commented as she tousled with Roya's hair. Jonathan forgot how good Roya looked with long hair. It had been years since she cut it. But with the long wavy extensions that added more blonde to her hair, she looked like a sex kitten and the urge to grab her hair suddenly came over him. Joshua was trying to suppress a growl as Roya looked sexy as hell. Suddenly Joe whistled and started catcalling.
"Who let this fox out the cage?" Joe teased
"Stop." Roya laughed, "It's just hair."
"Hush your mouth. This is more than hair, it is gorgeous." Tyler commented as he stood and made his way over to examine her, "I love this so much."
Suddenly Roya's phone vibrated, it was her mom calling, she excused herself and walked over to the guest room to speak with her. Her mom was calling to find out what happened with Darren. He changed his facebook relationship status to single. Roya sighed, she really wasn't in the mood for this conversation yet. She was already making it seem like Roya did something wrong and wanted to know if she had tried talking to him. In the nicest way possible Roya told her mother that her phone was dying and she needed to go. She hated lying to her but she wasn't ready to jump back into talking about Darren. Sighing she sat down on the bed and put her head down.
"...You okay?" Roya lifted her head to find Joshua standing in the doorway
"My mom saw that Darren changed his facebook status to single." she groaned
"Your mom and Darren are friends on facebook?" Joshua asked as he walked over and sat down next to her
"Sadly yes. She adores him and thinks that he is perfect." she sighed
"Did you tell her everything that happen?" he asked
"I'm not ready to get into that conversation with her. I feel like somehow she would try to convince me to forgive him." Roya replied
"I can see that happening." Joshua commented, "Look don't let that get you down; it seems like you had a good day and you look amazing. Go with that."
"Thanks Josh." Roya smiled
"Just being honest; you really do look great Roya." Joshua commented as he leaned over and ran his hand through her hair. Without realizing it she blushed. Quickly she turned her attention to things that came from the hotel.
"I really need to unpack these." she commented
"I'll help." he said as they both started moving around and opening the bags. Most of it was easy as Roya didn't have a lot at the hotel. Joshua was unpacking one of her small bags into a drawer and suddenly smirked as he found her vibrator and few other sex toys, "This is a rabbit right?" he teased
Roya's eyes widened in panic, "Oh my god! Hand it over." she watched in horror as he turned it on and examined it. Roya walked over and grabbed it from him. She quickly turned it off and hid it back in the drawer.
"You're such a damn pervert." she sighed
"I take it Darren wasn't doing his job." he smirked
"I plead the fifth." Roya blushed
"His sex game was probably just as wack as he is. I'm just saying if he was doing his job right, he would use this while going down on you. My lady wouldn't need to use a vibrator any day of the week." Joshua commented
The thought of Joshua going down on her suddenly crept into her head, Roya had to focus on something else as her face was turning bright red. Joshua was surprised at his comment, somehow the words just came out without him really thinking about it. And watching Roya's reaction sent an unwanted twitch to his dick. He could feel himself getting hard as he watched her closely. The conversation was causing her face to turn red and her breathing to pick up. The sight made him want to go in the drawer and show her exactly what he was talking about.
Suddenly there was knock at the door and Jonathan was standing in the doorway.
"People, what's up? We were about to start playing games and have a few beers. Roya, how is your stomach feeling?" Jonathan asked
"I'm not drinking tonight." Roya said happy he walked in. Her body was betraying her and she needed a distraction.
"Damnit, I need a shots buddy." he stated
"Dude I drank an entire bottle of wine last night. Why would I drink again so soon?" she asked
"You say that like it's a bad thing." Jonathan commented. The three made their way out to the living room. Everyone was talking and having a good time, "I need drinking buddy."
"Well... I guess I will bite the bullet and destroy my liver with you brutha." Joe said as he walked up to them, "You look beautiful by the way sweetie."
"Thank you Joe." Roya replied as he hugged her
"No touchy feely damnit." Jonathan said as he playfully nudged his shoulder, "Shots time."
Roya cringed at the sound of shots, her hangover was long gone but the thought of drinking any alcohol made her stomach hurt.
"Let's see if I can still drink you under the table," Joe said as Jonathan popped open some wine for Nikki and Brie then proceeded to pour Joe and him vodka shots. Roya knew it was about to be a long night. When Joe and Jonathan drank together, nothing good ever happened.
"Man down!" Joe announced as he finished his shot and Jonathan couldn't finish his. He was beyond gone.
"Why don't you ever learn?" Roya asked. For years he had been trying to out drink Joe and had failed every time.
"I'm not out yet." Jonathan sighed as he leaned against the counter.
"Yes you are." Roya laughed
"Hush." he sighed
"I'm going to get some fresh air as I enjoy another victory. Anyone joining me?" Joe announced
"Yeah I could use some." Joshua said
Suddenly Jonathan reached out for Roya's hand, "Stay with me...please." he whispered.
"You okay, Jon?" Roya asked as she leaned on the counter next to him
"Ye...just drunk. I want you to stay with me. Please." he replied
"Sure thing." she said, "I'm going to babysit Jon for a bit guys."
"He needs it." Joe commented
"Be outside if you need us." Joshua stated as he and Joe got some fresh air.
"The room is spinning." Jonathan said
"I bet it is," Roya sighed, "What have we learned for the hundredth plus time?"
"Don't challenge Joe when it comes to shots."Jonathan groaned
"Good boy." Roya teased, "Let's put you to bed."
"Yes ma'am." he said as he slowly stood up.
"Come on big fella." Roya commented as she turned to lead him to his room upstairs
"Not so fast, you're moving like light speed right now." he said as he grabbed the back of her shirt, "Remember the room is spinning for me right now."
"My bad." she laughed as she slowed down. Jonathan was like a lost puppy as he held onto her. Reaching the stairs, he grabbed her hands as she lead him to his room. Opening the door, Roya took him over to his bed and helped lay him down. He immediately rolled on his stomach. Just as Roya was going to put the blanket over him, he reached a hand out for hers
"Stay with me for a little, I need supervision." Jonathan commented. Roya laughed at how adorable he was.
"Yes I will stay with you, you big baby." Roya said as she laid down next to him. Jonathan smiled as he curled up next to her and rested his head on her thighes.
"So comfy. I kind of miss when you were chunky; you were like a fluffy body pillow." he said
"You want me to leave your drunk ass here?" she threatened
"No...I'm sorry I didn't mean it that way. You know I think you're beautiful." he paused, "I really love your hair like this. It makes you look so beautiful."
A weird shiver ran down Roya's spine from the way he said it. His voice was completely different, it wasn't like the other times. It was alluring.
"Thank you, Jon." Roya smiled
"I mean it." Jonathan stated as he leaned up looked her in the eyes.
"Dude you are so drunk right now." she stated
"You're probably right." Jonathan sighed. This was probably a terrible idea; being this intoxicated and laying down with Roya was making it difficult to not try anything. He was trying his best to be good but his eyes kept focusing on her luscious lips. Without realizing it he was moving closer to her.
"You okay, Jon?" Roya asked
He couldn't hear her, her lips were calling him. He knew he would regret it but this liquid courage was making him do things he normally wouldn't. Roya opened her mouth to say something else but he suddenly leaned closer until their lips almost touched each other. Her mind screamed to pull away but her body wouldn't let her.
"Jonathan..."Roya's voice cracked
Slowly he leaned towards her and pressed a small kiss on her lips. The kiss started sweet and slow but quickly gained in intensity. Jonathan slid his arm around her waist and rolled over while he pulled her on top of him. She was lost in the moment, every inch of her soul wanted to pull away but something in her wouldn't allow it.
What the hell am I doing? This is Jonathan. Roya thought to herself as she tried to come to her senses. Soon his fingers were running through her hair. A low groan escaped his lips as he started tracing her bottom lip with his tongue. Grabbing her hair, the sensation caused her to groan and Jonathan used it as a chance to maneuver his tongue into her mouth. For a few precious moments, Jonathan was happy Roya was responding to him, exploring his mouth in return. But as he slowly moved his hands to the back of her thighs, she found her strength and abruptly pulled away from him.
"I'm sorry Jon." Roya groaned as she jumped rolled off of him and left the room.
Shit, Jonathan cursed himself. He knew he shouldn't have kissed her but he couldn't help it. He was way to gone to think rationally and he had been wanting to do that for so long. So much for patience, he worried he had ruined whatever chance he had with her. Laying back down on the bed, he hoped when he woke up in the morning Roya wouldn't be pissed at him.