This isn't going to be that long of a chapter but I'm going to be super busy in the next week so I didn't want you all to get the next update in like two weeks. Also I literally just put up the Tumblr preview, so it won't be late or anything. -sigh- Life, man. Anyways, on the review replies.
Diasclaimer: I don't own the Boondocks
bunnybabe247: I gotta keep up my cliffhangers. lol. There will be more Huey and Jazmine interaction soon. Not in this chapter, but in a couple. So look out for that. Riley is just like Huey. Stubborn. He's pretty much set on this whole revenge thing. Aww, you making me blush. Thank you! :D I'm glad you like it.
Che Black Diamond: Yea. it's going to get worse before it gets better. Oh lawwdddd. "Like, I love my mom, but she's a royal douche. I'm sure my cousin loves her dog, but he still eats his shit." You had me dying of laughter, though! xD Jazmine is extremely naive but you'll see what happens.
Guest #1: I know! lol. I'm pretty sure everyone thought it would be Caesar, but it wasn't And thank you so much! :)
ShellieB: I'm sorry I'm killing you. lol. I couldn't write Jazmine getting raped, I just couldn't. Yay! My plan worked. I wanted it be the last person to expect. You'll find all that out in this chapter, plus more. Whoop whoop for being favorited ! :) Thanks!
mimi: You'll definitely see more Huey and Jazmine moments in the near future :)
LovinHueyFreeman: Girlllllllllllllllllll! I watched the rest of Avatar and that show is my new shit! lol. Loveeedddd it. Yea, and it was a coincidence. Lol. I'm sorry :( I know you wanted them to be friends, but I wanted the person to be unexpected instead of someone like Caesar where everyone would've guessed. Ya know, to add more twist to it. You've figured out Riley perfectly ! :D You'll find out the fate of Mr. Mute. You'll see just how delusional she is, lol.
xox: Yea, Cairo loves Jazmine, but he's a crazy psycho so about that...lmao. Thanks! :)
BananaMilkshake97: I don't hate you! lol. I just love cliffhangers. he'll lighten up in later chapters but as of now he will be uptight. lol. Riley...will be Riley :)
HueyFreemanForPresident & Kendrickthemorningstar: I couldn't let Jazzy get raped. Naw uh.
StanMarchxKyleBrowflowskiLuv : You'll see :)
Jazavelli: I wanted it to be someone people would least expect. Pretty much, she's been in denial because he seems so ideal but you'll see more of that in this chapter. Yes! Huey really is arrogant, though. lmao. I had to include Ed and Rummy, lol. Riley is stubborn so he's pretty much set in his ways. Lmao! The bitch xD He'll stop with that soon. Sorry if the tumblr preview wasn't up when I said it was. Life has been so agh lately. But I put the preview for chapter 12 up before I submitted this.
MaiXii: There will definitely be some more Riley and Jazmine bonding time soon. But it's not what you'll expect. Thank you! lmao.
Guest #2: Aww :D Thank you. I just come up with these crazy ides and write them down.
Here's the next chapter. Enjoy.
Chapter 11: From Dark to Darker
I was in the bathroom freshening up and I smirked devilishly to myself as I looked and saw what reflected in the mirror. My smirk widened in approval.
I was wearing the purple and black lacy lingerie I bought from Victoria's Secret earlier today. My hair was natural and wild, giving the impression of an extremely exotic look. Everything was exotic. From my rare shade of green eyes from my pale skin to the tightly curly strands that fell from my hair. With one last look in the mirror and a playful wink, I exited from the master room bathroom to see my fiancée lying on the bed heavily engaged in studying one of his various law books. His reading glasses were on and he looked so adorable.
"Cairo?" I said low and seductively.
"Hm?" He said uninterested while still reading his book.
"Look at me, baby" I purred and he continued reading his book. I rolled my eyes as he started to protest.
"I'm in the middle of intense studying baby, what could you possibly-" He looked up at me and his eyes widened when he saw me, losing all train of thought he had before. I bet he's not worried about studying now. He took off of his reading glasses and blinked a couple of times before gawking at me. The book in his hand fell from his suddenly limp wrists. It took everything in me to not bust out laughing and breaking my sexy trance.
"Like what you see?" I asked in the most sensual voice I could muster.
He nodded slowly, still locked in the trance. Completely stupefied. I smirked and walked over to him make sure to sway my hips nice and slowly, making his head move with each swish movement.
I crawled into bed with him and got on top of him, about to kiss him when his hands gently gripped my hips squeezing my ass causing a moan to erupt from my lips. I met his lips with mine and fumbled at his shirt. Once it was off I broke the kiss to admire his immaculate physique. Mine. All Mine.
He groaned as I left light kisses on chest trailing down to his…And my body suddenly tensed. My face became hot and a nasty chill ran down my spine as I paused once I got to near to his member.
Sensing my hesitance Cairo urged. "Go ahead, baby."
Don't do it… She warned.
"You know what babe? You should study." I said in my normal voice and let out a fake yawn. "Besides, I've become really tired all of a sudden."
His face fell before he spoke. "You're lucky I'm waiting for you."
"That's because you love me," I said before giving him a quick kiss.
"Yea. I love you and you're the only girl for me." He said and I gave him another kiss." And that will never change"
I snuggled against him and smiled.
"Oh...And you better wear that on our wedding night." He said seriously, ruining the moment.
I hit him playfully and laughed before walking towards the bathroom to change.
My mouth gaped wide open as I watched the horrific life shattering scene play out before me. Tears were prickling the corners of my eyes, daring to fall at any moment.
No...No, this can't be happening. Frantic thoughts flooded my mind.
I shook my head in shock and disbelief. Another woman was in the arms of the man I loved and it was as if my world was slowly crumbling in front of me. My heart was heavy and the pain was excruciating. There was a glut-clenching ache in the pit of my stomach. I've never felt such betrayal and disrespect in my entire life that it was completely overwhelming. Without looking at him directly, I could feel the boss's satisfied gaze lingering on me.
"Oh, there's more." I heard his cold voice mutter as he fast forwarded to another scene.
It was my favorite day of the week- Saturday. This was when the busy lives of Cairo and I came to a halt and we were able to have some quality time together. Just the two of us, bonding and enjoying each other's presence. Currently, I was lying in his bed cuddling next to him and listening to him talk about what he learned in law school.
As much as I loved to hear Cairo's voice, it wasn't connecting to my soul like it usually did. It was going in one ear and out the other. It's not because I wasn't interested in him-of course not that, I'm always interested in him. It's just that...There has been something troubling me lately that I need addressed so I could recover my sanity.
"Cairo?" I interrupted.
He was caught off guard but brushed it off and looked down at me with his charming smile. "Yes, babe?"
His smiled faded when he saw my face full of concern. "Are you ok?"
I squirmed a little under his gaze and turned my attention away from him, scared to ask him what I wanted to.
If it was false, I didn't want to offend him. Plus, I don't want him to feel like I don't know how to trust him when he tells me things. At the same time, I feel that I need to know and I could feel something tugging at my mind, at my gut, and telling me that something's not right. That everything was not as perfect as I thought it is. I just couldn't quite put my finger on it…
I gulped, gathered my courage and asked what needed to be addressed what I need to get off of my chest. "Ummm...How do you feel about my dad's business? A-and...Do you have something to do with it?"
I could see his face turning into an unreadable expression as opposed to the usual warm and welcoming one I'm accustomed to, and it startled me.
Great going, Jazmine.
"Forget I brought it up, babe! I didn't mean to ask you something like. It was uncalled for...I'm sorry." I said, trying to make it seem less imperative than it really was.
He cleared his throat and shook his head. "No, it's fine. I knew it was only a matter of time before this discussion came up…He's the one who introduced me so it would make sense for you to ask that."
With a quick breath of relief I allowed him to continue.
"What your father does is...Not exactly the best thing, but I still respect him no matter what. He's going to be my father-in-law... The reason why he's close to me is because our relatives are close. Just like your father, my father is also in the business unfortunately." His gaze hardened as he stared in the wall in front of him. "I refuse to be like my father and I'm going to use my intelligence to help people, not hurt them. That's why I'm so invested with my studies in law. To break the chain of violence and illegal activities prominent in my family. Hopefully becoming the ideal role model for the younger people instead of who's in charge now." He averted his gaze to meet mine and his face softened. "So, to answer your question...No, babe. I'm not affiliated with any of that criminal activity."
I felt relieved and what he said made sense. It is true. One of my father's long-time advisors and friends, JD, is the father of Cairo. Well, technically that's his uncle but after his parents died from a bad car accident his uncle took him under his care. Cairo calls him father since they have such a strong bond. Practically close enough to be labeled father and son. It wasn't until later in our relationship that I found out this information.
Our guardians are companions and renowned criminals, but that doesn't mean we have to follow in their notorious footsteps. I mean, look at me. No one on the street who saw me would know I was the daughter of Don Dubois. We're polar opposites. Just because the one who raised me isn't morally on the right path, doesn't mean I can't be.
And with that I shrugged of the notion and that tugging sensation in the depths of my stomach. I shook off the scenario I implied and smiled sheepishly at Cairo. "Sorry, babe."
He took my chin and looked in my eyes. "It's ok." Then he placed a loving kiss upon my lips.
I covered my mouth and felt the bile rising from my throat before going back down where it came from. The scene was so gruesome. Utterly atrocious to look at. It took everything for me not to heave on the floor. How could he be like this? How could he do this to another human being?
This is much more than I can bear.
Now the tears flew freely as I fell to the floor from the chair, closing my eyes and escaping from the world. Escaping from everything. But most importantly, escaping from myself.
I sighed frustratingly when I saw the girl fall to the ground and faint.
How dramatic. I thought to myself and rolled my eyes.
The high-definition plasma television that was showing the proof of Cairo's true nature turned off when I grabbed the remote and pushed the power off button. I got up from my chair then picked her up then laid her down on one of the couches in my office, putting my jacket over her to cover her indecency. I went back to my chair and sat in it, feeling all of the anger rushing back to my thoughts.
If this guard is the only one to come forward and act on his senselessness, how many others are just like him? All of these plans I have lined up need to follow themselves in the correct order and I can't have moronic guards-or anyone else for that matter-trying to destroy them.
I'm very meticulous when it comes to the people I hire and it takes a long process for them to even get an interview with me. But when I do choose, I choose wisely. This just shows me that no matter how much I think someone is worthy of working for me, they really aren't. Since this event occurred, I would have to really buckle down on who is allowed in here and who's not. Anyone could be the enemy at this point.
The door opened and in came the rest of the members. Caesar was dragging the chained unconscious guard from behind him and let go of the chains when he fully entered the room, letting the guard's back hit the wall and his head drooping over to the side.
I glared at all of them before icily commanded, "Sit." They of course sat down and waited for me to continue.
"We have some traitors in this house and I want to know who the hell they are. Today, Jazmine Dubois was attacked by one of the guards-the former guard that surveyed her, to be exact. Also, he tried to bargain with my brother because he heard members talking about classified information...So who's the one that can't keep their mouth shut?" My eyes scanned each of them as they sat in their seats, scrutinizing them thoroughly.
No one answered and the only thing that filled the room was silence.
I slammed both of my fists on the desk before raising my voice. "No one's talking. Someone better start talking."
Cindy coughed and my eyes zoned in on her, glaring and waiting for her to speak. "Well...I might have said something. But the guards aren't supposed to listen in on conversation. They're the help, damn it! If anyone should be at fault, it should be them!" She said, trying to make it seem as if she's the victim here.
She turned towards the others and put her hands on her hips. "Don't act like you niggas are so innocent. I'm not the only one!"
All of them looked at her as if she was crazy and didn't respond to her accusations.
My jaw clenched. I closed my eyes and opened them to show a deadly glare. "Cindy, I don't know what the hell is wrong with you lately but you're making me sick of you more and more each day. It's common sense, really. Don't talk about anything covered inside the meetings."
I calmed down but still glowered at her. "I'm pretty sure you'll have plenty of time to think about that when you're left doing mundane side jobs."
She scoffed and I moved on to the next subject. "As for the guard..." I glared at the unconscious guard leaning on the wall. "Caesar, I need you to dispose of him. Permanently."
He smirked and nodded. "Of course, my nigga. No one can dispose of a body like I can." He began rubbing his hands together mischievously and grinning.
I nodded. "The rest of you, watch what you say... From now on, I don't want any of the help inside of the house. The only places they can be are outside guarding the perimeters of the premises. Tell them that if I catch any of them inside, their punishment will be immediate death."
They looked at me expectantly. "That's all" I said dismissively.
They all went out of the door but I stopped one of them. "Riley, you stay here."
He turned around to scowl at me. "Man, nigga. What you want now?"
"You need to take the girl. Remember you still have a cover to keep up."
He rolled his eyes. "Yea, yea. I know. Is that all?"
"No... Did Cindy get the girl some appropriate clothing?"
"It's in my room waiting for her."
"Hm... Alright, you can go now." I said indifferently.
"Damn. Can't a nigga get a good bye?" He went over to Jazmine and picked her up before continuing. "And you think I don't have any manners."
"You don't, Riley."
He smirked at me and snickered. "I know." Then he exited the office and headed towards his room.
I shook my head and brought my eyes back to the paper in front of my then smirked to myself in approval.
It's time to put the next plan into action.
There's nothing like reading a book in complete silence with no one around to create any unnecessary distractions. I let out a content smile and allowed the knowledge to jump from off of the pages and enter my mind.
Huey wasn't lying when he said things would be busy around here and I'm enjoying my time not getting in the way of it. Besides, the only person I really want to see is Huey. The others? Well, let's just say I'm cherishing the lack of their presence around me as they are off doing whatever. After Huey left the room, I finally noticed them and it irked me to no end. Relief came over me when they were called off to do something. Now it's just me, sitting peacefully on the couch of the living room and-
"Where's Hiro-kun?!" That high-pitched voice squealed.
I cringed and tightened my grasp on the book, irritated by the sudden interruption. "I don't know." I said through gritted teeth and continued reading my book.
"Oh...Wow..." Vanity trailed off. Suddenly, I could feel her peering over my shoulder. "What are you reading?"
My left eye twitched and I snarled at her, earning a defensive pose from her. "Whoa, whoa! Chill out assassin lady. It was just a question."
"Yes...An irrelevant one." I mumbled under my breath.
"What was that?" She asked innocently.
"Nothing." I said in my regular voice.
Without looking over my shoulder, I could tell what she was about to do before it happened. "How about we just be quiet, Vanity. I feel like reading this book. Not talking." I said in a monotone voice.
"Aww, man. I was coming to tell you that Huey wanted to see you." She said in a dejected tone.
My head shot up from the book and I turned to look at her. "What? What does he want?"
"Nothing." She said in between laughter and I glared at her. "I just wanted to see your reaction. Priceless!"
I huffed, ignored her, and went back to my book.
"I'm just saying. You're already fucking Afro man. What's stopping you from being with him?" She said.
I scoffed. "Vanity, you're so naive." I flipped the page. "My job is the first priority of my life. I don't need a relationship to get in the way of my work."
"But you two would be so cute together!" She cooed in her annoying voice. Some might find it 'cute' or 'adorable', but I hate cute and adorable. I don't do cute and adorable. So, her noise was equivalent to long nails running down a dark, dusty chalkboard. Her voice was annoying and childish.
"Hm. What about you and Hiro? I could say the same thing about you two." I said nonchalantly.
"Well, that's different. Hiro and I like to fuck and that's about the only thing we have in common. We have a deep connection but not on that type of level." She said in a matter of a fact voice. "You on the other hand, are the female version of Huey. The perfect match!" She exclaimed dramatically.
I rolled my eyes but smirked at that last statement. "How so?"
"Well...You're arrogant, cold towards everyone, uptight, and a workaholic." She announced openly as she counted each point off with her fingers. Four pale fingers stood in the air.
My smirk widened. "That pretty much sums it up."
"Actually, I'm surprised you're not with your other half." She came close to my face with a devilish expression and wiggled her eyebrows. "If you know what I mean."
I waved her off with my hand. "He's probably too busy working in his office right now."
"So?" She exclaimed. "You have the right to interrupt him. I'm sure he'd like it." She said, trying to persuade me.
"I'm reading this book and that's final." I said firmly.
"Hm, your loss." She shrugged her shoulders. "I'm off to find Hiro-kun" She said before she skipped off towards her next destination.
I shook my head. That girl is something else. I went back to my peace and quiet from earlier but couldn't concentrate so I set down my book and allowed my body to feel the comforting cushion of the leather couch, loosing myself to my thoughts. I was in an internal battle and both of the sides had very compelling points. Reasonable Phoenix tells me to stay and relax instead of intruding on Huey because there are certain boundaries that shouldn't be broken, work included. And since we have not established our relationship its best the tread lightly... But, rebellious Phoenix wants to make an entrance and have another steamy memorable session with the eldest Freeman because I'm not just anyone to Huey- I'm special. After a long process of deliberating, the decision was made clear. I smirked and got up from the couch.
Rebellious Phoenix won.
I was on my way to Huey's office, but not before seeing Riley carrying his half-naked girl. I started to question him but shook it off and rolled my eyes. Women these days. It's a shame how they portray themselves with such little dignity. At least Huey and I were behind closed doors before being unceremoniously interrupted.
I reached the door and came in, flashing in front of his desk within the split of a second. This earned the shuffling of his papers from my unexpected presence and he looked up with a harsh glare. "What the hell are you doing?"
"Calm down, Freeman." I leaned over to give him a kiss then looked him in the eyes. "I just came to have a little fun."
"I'm busy." He responded tartly, breaking eye contact and focusing on whatever the hell it was he was immersed in.
Both of my hands went over the papers which earned his full attention from me. "I said, we're going to have some fun." I interrupted seductively and licked my lips.
My eyes widened when I felt an intense amount of pressure pealing my hands away from the paper and saw Huey give me an unreadable look. "I'm going to tell you this one more time and when I'm done I expect you out of my sight." He let go of my hands and gave me another glare. "I'm busy."
I rubbed on my hands and returned his glared with one of my own. "What the hell is wrong with you?"
He was writing something and continued writing it, ignoring what I just said. I huffed and turned on my heel, making sure to brusquely slam the door shut. Hurriedly, I went to Huey's bedroom and fell onto the bed.
I could feel the logic side of me telling me 'I told you so' with arms folded sternly, but I ignored it and continued to brood. Silently, cursing that damn girl Vanity for getting into my head. Everything I do works out for me in the end, but that... That didn't go as I planned and it made me feel uncanny. I've never felt so rejected and it wasn't a great feeling. What made it even worse was that it was from Huey. He's the last person I'd think to go against me. After all, we are so much alike. We think alike, we act alike, we're so undeniably similar. So, what's the problem?
Hmm…
Maybe it's not me. Maybe there's something else going on. He has been acting weird lately...And he won't tell me what he's working on... Something's not right and I can feel it. Something is a little off in all of this and I bet it has something to do with what he's working on. I smirked to myself. Looks like I can't keep myself from working. Sorry, boss. Looks like I've got a personal case to handle.
Huey, I'm going to find out what's up.
The bathroom was warm but my body was cold as ice. I was looking into the reflection, staring at my disheveled appearance. Green eyes puffy and red. Strawberry blonde hair unkempt. Face plastered with a horrified ghostly expression.
Suddenly the image in the mirror looking back at me transformed into a darker image. There was now a devious glint in place of those green eyes. Former strawberry blonde hair transformed into long black straight hair that stood waist-length. A diabolical smirk plastered on the face. A low, sinister chuckle rose from the mirror and I looked into it only seeing my form.
"You need me...again?" That alike but different toned voice announced.
I couldn't look at her so I averted my eyes to the sink and hung my head in shame, not replying to her snide remark.
"Look at you. You're so weak, it's pathetic." She continued to poke fun at me and I flinched.
"Stop it." I let out quietly.
"Weak, weak, weak. That's all you are and all you'll ever be. You're a disgrace to be Don Dubois's daughter. You naive little innocent soul." She paused to let out another drawn out chuckle.
"Pathetic! I should be you and you should be gone!" She spat coldly at me. "I wouldn't be foolish enough to believe a word that boy Cairo said. I warned you, you gullible fool. Look at what he's got you into and he doesn't even love you. He was enjoying fucking that whore while you were being carried off by strangers."
That was it. She struck the nerve head on and the tears poured from my eyes and my heart felt heavy. My skin felt heavy. The atmosphere felt heavy. Everything around me felt heavy. It was unbearable and it took a toll on me.
Physically.
Mentally.
Emotionally.
"I've bailed you out so many fucking times; I swear it's not even funny." She commented exasperatedly. "I think need an award for this."
I gasped, feeling a sharp pain from within my temple. I clutched my head and she continued to unleash her rage. "You ungrateful little wench! You have so much power yet you refuse to use it!"
A gust of wind lifted me from the ground, unwillingly, and I could feel the pressure digging into my flesh. "You've messed things up enough. I can't have you in my way anymore."
"S-Stop" I barely managed to get out.
"What was that?" She said as I winced in pain from the increased pressure as a warning to be silent. And I obeyed. "That's what I thought," She scolded arrogantly.
I whimpered and I could feel her finding pleasure in my pain.
"Move out of the way bitch. It's my turn."
My eyes opened and I began breathing hard as I woke up. I could feel the cold sweat covering my body, giving me chills when it made contact with the air.
Tick, Tock.
Tick, Tock.
The old fashioned clock on the wall echoed throughout the room. The moonlight shone through the window, signaling night, and in the corner of the room there was Riley sitting at a desk with a small bag filled with a white powdered substance. He was forming a line and took the cut up straw placed it in his left nose and snorted. When he was finished his head tilted and finger on his nose as he sniffed some more.
He did not see me, but I saw him. Delicately and quietly, I rose from the bed and glided over to him. Riley was so involved with his lines that he became alarmed when he saw me reaching over him.
I took the short straw from him and waved it in his face. "Didn't I tell you this is bad for you?" His eyebrows creased and I shook my head as I sucked my teeth in three prominent tsks'. "You just don't listen."
Then I chose one of the various lines on the flat desk and repeated his previous actions, a satisfactory smile gracing itself across my face. Almost instantly feeling that drip and becoming overcome with pleasure. My mouth filled with a bitter chemical aftertaste.
Ahh, it's been so long!
After the head tilt I lowered my head to its normal level to be greeted with the shocked expression of Riley.
I smirked and laughed loudly. "I can't let you have all of the fun now can I?"
Unexpected twist, huh? I know you're all like 'wtf' now, but it will all be explained little by little in the next few chapters.
