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11) In Time

De'arra's Pov

It's been three weeks since I spoke to DeMar and two weeks since I got my new apartment. The last time I went to my old apartment with the cops, I organized to move. I stayed at a nearby hotel for a week until I found a new apartment and moved all my stuff in. I was glad I could get it done as soon as possible. The only thing is it's closer to where DeMar stays. I was hesitant but it was a lot safer and I adjusted very quickly. I also started hanging out some of his friends girlfriends a lot more. They were cool, funny and my god those girls could drink. Every Saturday all of us would go out but whenever they planned a couples thing I would stay home. No need to feel awkward. They encouraged me to talk to DeMar and work things out but I didn't know how. The first week I left he called non-stop but I never answered. Not one time. I guess he realized and stopped calling. I felt bad but I just needed space for a while. I missed him a lot and any time I wanted to call I would chicken out. I think I'll drop by later to try to talk but I doubt he'd be open to it. I really wanted to see him and apologize.

DeMar's Pov

I was at home planning for tonight's game night. It was my turn to host for the team and some other friends and I wasn't gonna disappoint. I had organized food, alcohol, music and some cool games. Kyle and his girlfriend Alice were here helping me with some minor stuff. I know Alice and the rest of the girlfriends had gotten close with De'arra over the past weeks and I'm sure they told her about tonight but I knew she wouldn't come. We hadn't spoke to each other since our last blow up and although I was angry, I still loved her but she made me feel like I didn't matter by not returning any of my calls and texts. My 2 year old niece Rihanna who De'arra had gotten really close with was here as well. I'm babysitting until tomorrow evening which is gonna be hard considering I have a party to host. Not well thought through but I'll work something out. But tonight I was gonna try to get my mind off her and have some fun.

Kyle and Alice left around 6, leaving me at home looking for an outfit. It starts at 9 but I wanted to organize my outfit way in advance. I decided to wear black sweats because I was at my own house so no need to over dress. I then took a long bath and relaxed on my bed until about 8 or so but Rihanna had other plans. She insisted on me playing doll house and tea party. I tried to get away but everytime I tried she started crying.

** Ding Dong**

With Rihanna in hand I made my way down the steps then putting her down as we reached the floor. I walked to the door with her trailing behind me. I opened the door to reveal De'arra, standing there with her hands fidgeting in front of her. Can't lie it was nice to see her but unexpected at the same time. As soon as Rihanna saw her she ran to her smiling and giggling. De'arra stooped down to hug her and picked her up and smiled. A smile I missed seeing.

"Uhm, can we talk?" She asked in a serious tone.

"Sure, come in."

She sat on the sofa in the living room while I brought snacks and put on a cartoon for my niece to watch to keep her occupied while De'arra and I talked.

"Ok, what's up?"

"DeMar I'm sorry for how I've been acting. I just needed space to think for a while. Everything was happening way too fast for me with the break ins and I felt kind of pressured into moving with you. My mind wasn't straight."

"I understand but you could've at least answered to let me know you were ok. Or at least let me know where you were staying." I said calmly. No matter how angry I was I wanted to talk things out as calmly as I can.

"I know and I'm sorry. Please don't be mad at me."

"I'm not mad I just wish you would've did things differently that's all."