Without You (Trilogy to AAM)

Moving On..

I'd been with Taylor and Kurrency for about two weeks before I found a house for me and Anthony. I called the realtor and we talked and set up and appointment.

I got out of bed and set up my camera. I showered, ate some breakfast, and put on some leggings, a sports bra, and a baseball jersey. I put my hair up in a pineapple and turned on Glass and Patron by FKA Twigs.

I began dancing to it while Anthony slept peacefully in the bed. The room was big enough for this too.

I hadn't danced in so long. It made me forget everything. I've disconnected August from my whole life. Everything. I finished dancing then sat down turning on the instrumental to Persian Rugs.

I sang my heart out. To every word. Anthony woke up in the middle but didn't cry thankfully. Once I was done with the song I got Anthony and fed him. My 6 month old baby was getting so big.

I edited the videos while he laid next to me staring at the ceiling. His Afro was so big now. I laughed at his cute little nose and kissed his forehead.

I posted my videos to YouTube then put on some shoes. I dressed Anthony then we went to the house showing. The realtor was there waiting.

I carried Anthony with me and greeted the realtor.

"Nice to meet you Rayna. This is one of the most offered houses. If you love it, hopefully you'll have the right offer to put forth" I rolled my eyes when she turned around to unlock the door.

1 Hour Later

I loved the house so much that I put an offer in immediately. I hope I hear back within a week. I'm tired of living with my friends.

I drove to the grocery store to buy some food for Taylor since she's been so generous to Anthony and I. I was walking through the store and my heart did a backflip when I seen August in the baby section with Samara.

I quickly turned my cart around but stopped when Samara called my name. Bitch. I faked a smile and walked over.

"August, Samara. How are things?" I asked grabbing some diapers.

"They're great!" Samara exclaimed.

"Good for you two. Well three" I looked at her growing stomach and walked away not looking back.

That was harder than it sounded. August looked so unhappy. He looked too shocked to say anything actually.

Oh well. He fucked me over way too much. I paid for all the food and stuff then went to Taylor's putting everything away.

Taylor's friend Ruben was at the house and flashed his million dollar smile at me that made my stomach flutter. I smiled back and put the food away.

Ruben picked up Anthony from my arms and started talking to him like he was 15 years old. I laughed as Anthony smiled and grabbed Ruben's nose.

"Leave my son alone" I said playfully.

"Oh come on. Lil' Man loves me!" Ruben proclaimed blowing on Anthony's cheeks. They are too cute together.

"If you insist"

"Hey Rayna I have a question" Ruben said smirking.

"What?"

"Could we hang out sometime? As friends I mean" I sort of blushed and nodded.

"Of course. I'd love that. You have my number. Just let me know" I took my son back and smiled leaving the kitchen. I went to our room and cleaned up. I began packing our stuff and seen a picture of August and I pop up on TV. Apparently we'd been a topic of conversation on E! News for a little while.

I rolled my eyes shutting the TV off. I turned on Flex by RHQ and laughed as Anthony bounced in his bouncy chair.

My phone rang with some man's name on it. I answered reluctantly.

"Hello?" I said holding Anthony's tiny fingers.

"May I speak to Rayna Johnson?" He asked.

"This is her"

"Oh great! I'm the assistant of Marcus Jackson. The producer. He'd like to set up a meeting with you" I almost screamed!!

"Wait is this serious?" I asked calmly.

"Completely. He seen your videos and is interested in your voice. Are you free anytime this week?"

"I'm free every day except Thursday and Friday."

"Okay! How about Tuesday at noon? Would you like to meet him for lunch somewhere?"

"That's be amazing! Thank you so much"

"Oh no problem" I hung up and screamed at the top of my lungs dancing around. Anthony began crying which made me feel bad. I scared him.

I smiled and picked him up rocking him. A major producer wants to talk to me?! He's interested in MY VOICE?! This is huge!!

Taylor ran in with Kurrency looking worried.

"Hey guys. Sorry about the scream. But guess who called me!"

"Who?" Taylor asked.

"Marcus Jackson's assistant! My singing career might take off with him!!" They hugged me and congratulated me.

"We should celebrate" Kurrency said.

"Kay, it was just a phone call"

"I know! But this wouldn't just be for that. It's for everything else you'd accomplished."

"Aww. Okay we can celebrate after I take Anthony to August's house."

To Be Continued