The Change Up

Prologue

Sheena bit her lip, a habit she developed when she was anxious, and said,  

"Bae, you think you are ready to show the world this side of you?"
while assisting Cream in putting on his chain.
He decided to reveal his sexual orientation to the world during his first interview as part of the promotion tour for his new album Crossover ll: Coming Out.
He was a bisexual man in real life,
but the outside world saw him as a married heterosexual.
However, he was prepared to be himself since he was ready to come out to the world because it was a new generation and the world was more accepting. He was ecstatic, while Sheena was nervous.
He took her hand in his and lightly massaged it, assuring her that everything would be fine and that he was fine.
She realized it was time and smiled, though on the inside she was terrified, unsure if she was ready for the world's judgment.
especially their family opinion on things

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Beat 100, hey! 
This is Charm, your favorite host, taking the mic? 
It's always a blast when we get together because we have DJ Wacky here as well and we kicking off on Beat 100.0 and today I have a visitor.
Your boy Cream is in the studio with us, and he's here to talk to us about Crossover ll: Coming Out, his new album.
Why did you choose that particular album title? Thinking about the answer to that question, Cream stroked the hair on his chin.
My new album aims to reflect my evolving personal growth as I enter a new chapter of my life, uncover a new side of myself, and move in a new direction. This new album is an attempt to showcase that. I feel like I haven't been totally honest with either my fans or myself, but you can tell where I am in life through my songs on this album and gain an understanding of the various creams. 
Charm gave a nod. That deep, alright.
We'll talk about that more later, but what makes this album different from your first crossover release?
After giving it some thinking, In response, Cream said, "As for my first album, I was coming off raw and aggressive because of me being new to the scene and attempting to establish myself, the vibe of this album will be more raw and unpolished, with a lot of soft and dramatic elements.
DJ Wacky nods and hits the applause button. I can't wait to hear it.
who are all featured on this record? Cream grinned I can't mention them all, but to mention a handful, we have J. Cole, Frank Ocean, and Drake, among others. 
So elaborate on how you haven't been entirely truthful with your fans. Give details.
Okay, let me come right out and admit that I'm attracted to men and I identify as a bisexual man.
DJ's Wacky eyes widened, and he laughed, pressing the laugh button. 

You got me, dude. Ahh. 

Cream remains expressionless and sits up straight. 

Whoa, are you for real? 

You have a wife, how is that possible? Are you coming out of closet or what's happening here?  

Okay, allow me to clarify things. 
I'm not in no damn closet, and yes, I do have a wife.
While my wife is my everything, I must admit that I have a long-standing attraction to men.
The station was so quiet for a brief moment that you could hear a pin drop. Okay, dude, let's get started.
Both the listener and I are interested in hearing more, DJ Wacky said, "Speak the truth.
As Cream continues to speak his truth over the radio.
The entire audience is shocked, taken aback, and filled with sympathy for Sheena as they listen to the interview.
Not believing what she was hearing on the radio, her sister Pebble sat in her car clutching her imaginary pearls and wondering if her sister was listening to this sh*t.
She was unable to know that her husband identified as gay, bisexual, or whatever label he chose to go by.
She couldn't have known about this bullshit, and all she heard was that her brother-in-law liked men, which disgusted her.

Indeed, their lack of communication stemmed from some irrelevant arguments, but she was mindful that her sister needed support at this difficult time, especially with their son at stake. 

Did he consider how this would affect him in later life? She wonders why he decided to come out now because this was all too much. Gathering the group, she made calls so they could all come to the store and support her during this difficult time. Indeed, things had changed in the world, and some people were more receptive to this kind of thing.
Although she wasn't passing judgment on him, she found it inappropriate that he be with her sister and like men.
She also gave him a call because she wanted to talk to him following the interview and asked him to tell his sister before she heard about it from anyone else or on the radio.
Cream noticed his sister-in-law's 911 call as he was finishing up his interview and realized she had to be listening to the radio.
He prepared himself mentally for her; they were close, unlike her and her sister.
He hit Pebbles back so they could link and he could explain. Okay, that's it. Listen to the new album by Cream. Crossover ll: Coming Out Thank you for sharing your story with us said Charm. Man, we are grateful that we are the first to hear about it. Saying this, DJ Wacky played the horn and then the applause sound. 

Cream gave them a quick slap and turned to leave.

To see his billboard, he made plans to meet Pebbies in Town Square.
As she was approaching him,
he could see how upset she was.
What is this bisexual thing I hear you talking about on the radio?
And my sister, what about her? How does she feel about this?
Why do you feel the need to come out now?
Are you gay now? My sister Cream, what about her? Little sister, hang on one question at a time. 

Is this my second interview?
god damn. Cream felt that the volume of questions was intimidating. 
He tugged on his chin.
Pebbles said, "I'm sorry, bro. I'm just hurt and confused."
I apologize for bargain you with so many questions.
Let me start over. 

No, I apologize;
I should have warned you, sis. I understand, Cream said. However, in response to your concerns.  

Your sister and I are good; she knows what it is. 

Pebbles said, "She knows what it is, please explain what that means.
"Her thoughts were going into overdrive. I know you're a very measured person,
so there's more to your coming out than just wanting to live your truth. I'm sure my sister is being naive about all this,
but you can't fool me

 "I know," Cream said. There is more to it than meets the eye. Your sister is aware that I am bisexual, but she believes that since we started dating, that chapter of my life has closed.

 However, this is not the case because he knows that once he reveals the true reason, things will get real and Pebbles will be waiting for him to clarify, which makes him anxious. 

"Spit it out bro," Pebble said, tapping her foot as she waited for him to simply explain the cause of all of this craziness. 

Alright, I'm dating someone else, sis. And that individual is a man. There you have it, said Cream, tugging at his facial hair, a habit he had when he was anxious or contemplating.

Pebbles turned to leave after hearing that the sight of him made her sick. 

"You better tell her before I do," Pebbles said.