Free Antagonize Me by T.l Smith Page B

matter how hard he hides it sometimes.
    When I reach his house, it’s very quiet, so I let myself in. People are passed out on the floor and sofas. I make my way up the stairs and when I reach his door, I don’t know if I should knock or not. I haven’t been in here on my own. It’s usually Kyrone carrying me in. I decide to knock, in case he has company, which is not something I want to see today. Just as I go to knock the second time, the door flies open with a topless Kyrone on the other side, looking very hungover and delicious. My eyes travel down his sculpted body and back up again. When I reach his face, he’s smiling and, of course, I get butterflies.
    “Didn’t think I would see you today, Greeny,” Kyrone says, walking away and leaving the door open for me to enter. I follow him and he drops his jeans and climbs back in bed. I stand there awkwardly, unsure of what to do.
    “I wanted to talk to you about last night and to say goodbye,” I say, biting my nails. He’s making me nervous. He sits up in bed and the look he gives me is so mixed, it’s hard to read.
    “What? When do you leave?” he asks.
    “I leave this coming week.” I’m standing near his door, watching his face become a work of art. His expressions are mixed, as they go from confused, to angry, to upset.
    “I knew you were leaving early, but I didn’t think it was that early.”
    “Yeah, it’s for the best. I just wanted to say goodbye and to thank you.”
    “Thank me for sex?” He raises his eyebrows playfully, but some part of him isn’t happy.
    “Oh yes, and that,” I say, winking at him.
    “Don’t forget the orgasms. I’m a fucking God at those.”
    “Oh, how could I ever forget? No one will ever get me to the point that Kyrone Masters can,” I say, placing a hand on my heart and smirking at him.
    “Damn straight woman and don’t you forget it. I do have a magical cock after all.”
    “Yes, and what magic it creates, but try not to catch anything while you’re off fucking the state of Texas,” I caution.
    “Deal, Greeny,” he promises softly.
    “Thank you for being my friend as well,” I say, much quieter this time.
    “You know, it was only so I could get between your legs,” he replies, trying to contain his laugh as he walks toward me. I look up at him when he reaches me I smile.
    “Oh, yes I do. I will miss you,” I say, looking directly into his eyes.
    “I will miss you, too,” he says, then surprises me by leaning down and touching his lips to mine. Not in a sexual way, but soft and nice. It makes my heart race. His lips stay on mine for what feels like ages, but without either of us moving to go any further. There’s no positive outcome to be gained and I think we both understand that.
    The moment his lips leave mine, I miss them, the warmth of such a gentle and sweet kiss. I look at him and see him watching me.
    “Leave now, Greeny, before I tie you to my bed so you can never leave.” His eyes are locked on mine with something shining in them.
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    I leave that morning and don’t see or talk to Kyrone for a full year. He never leaves my mind and I think a part of him will stay glued there till the end of time, no matter what role my life takes.
     

 
     

     

 
     

    My life is busy. As a matter of fact, it’s so busy I hardly have time for myself, let alone anyone else. On the days I’m not at the magazine, I’m teaching dance at night and even the weekends. Hillary tells me I will burn myself out if I keep it up the way I’m going. Maybe she’s right, maybe she’s wrong, but I’m enjoying keeping myself busy. Taking life by the horns and riding it for all it’s worth is fun. I’ve spent one whole wonderful year at FAM magazine. I’ve grown and changed since my time here. I’m not the same girl I once was. I didn’t think I’d change, but I guess living in the adult world does that to you. You grow up faster and start to have bigger goals set for you. I miss the people I