Book Two.
Arielle Thompson and Raheem Small, who grew up together in Slys Village, find themselves in an unexpected twist of fate as they both attend a family reunion after many years. Childhood enemies, their relationship was marred by Raheem's hur...
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📍Canaan Heights| May Pen, Clarendon|
📅Sunday| November 26|
The sun hung high in the blue sky, casting a warm glow over May Pen as the family headed out for a vacation. Grandma and aunty had arranged the entire trip, for both young and old members of the family for a week before other family members flew in for Christmas holidays. I couldn't contain my excitement as they planned our seven-day stay in a beautiful villa in Montego Bay and I haven't been on vacation in a little while. In total it was 5 cars for 28 people; 8 senior adults, 5 children and 15 youngsters and young adults.
As the members of the family gathered and piled into their respective cars, a buzz of chatter and laughter filled the air. Christopher, Sky, Ebony, Akeem, Wendy and I found ourselves in the same car, the others piled into the other 4 cars. Angel was with granny as her car seat couldn't fit into this car. Excitement bubbled within us as we waited for everyone to settle in. Chris, being the designated driver, refrained from partaking in the pre-vacation drinks, unlike the rest of us.
Akeem and Wendy are uncle Winston's 22 years old twins... anywaysss who did ago tell mi seh a suh Smirnoff Guarana nice???
"Hey, Arielle, Raheem a come wid wi?" Sky's voice floated from the backseat, curiosity evident in her tone.
A broad smile adorned my face at the mention of Raheem, his unexpected inclusion adding an extra layer of thrill to the upcoming trip. "Yeah, he's joining us for the last two days."
Chris let out a scoff, his reaction not going unnoticed.
"Sumn wrong?" I questioned, glancing at him.
He shook his head, a dismissive gesture, and continued staring ahead, his gaze fixed on the windshield.
Okay then...
The journey to Ochi from My Pen was fairly short as we spent the 2 and a half hours chatting away. Ebony was a much nicer person to deal with without Sabrina's influence, I'm surprised she even took our car.
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As our group neared Ocho Rios, the sun descended lower in the sky. Our plan was to drop off the older members of the family at the private villa complex they had chosen for their vacation which is the same one Raheem was at. It was a short break, a necessary pause before continuing our journey to Montego Bay. Upon entering the gated community, the anticipation of relaxation in a secluded paradise filled the air.
This is noiiceeee.... gurllll
The elderly individuals exited their vehicles, getting ready to settle into their temporary abode. Aunty and Grandma led the way, engaging in conversation with the property manager as they made their way towards the villas. Chris parked the car, and we stepped out to explore the surroundings.
As soon as I got out of the car, I decided to phone Raheem. The older ones would be busy settling in, and I knew he desperately wanted to see Angel, just as I wanted to see him. I dialed his number and waited for him to pick up.
