Always & forever

Brotherly Love

As Kierra stepped into the nursery of her mini mansion, her heart heavy with longing for East's presence, she couldn't help but feel a pang of sadness wash over her. She had hired a team to set up the nursery, assembling the sleek dressers and arranging the plush blankets, but it wasn't the same without East by her side.The room was bathed in soft pink hues, with modern furniture and luxurious Hermes blankets adorning the crib and rocking chair. Kierra ran her hand over the soft fabric, imagining how her baby girl would look nestled in its warmth. As the workers bustled around her, Kierra felt a sense of emptiness in the room, a reminder of East's absence and the void it left in her heart. She had dreamed of decorating the nursery together, of planning for their baby's arrival as a team. But now, with East still locked away in jail, those dreams felt further away than ever. Tears welled up in Kierra's eyes as she thought of East, wishing he could be there with her to share in this special moment. She longed for his comforting presence, his reassuring smile, his strong arms around her. But despite the sadness that threatened to consume her, Kierra remained determined to create a beautiful space for their baby girl, a sanctuary filled with love and warmth, even in East's absence. And as she watched the nursery take shape before her eyes, she held onto the hope that one day soon, East would be home to share in their joy and happiness once again.

As Chris entered the dimly lit visitation room of the jail, his heart pounded with a mix of relief and apprehension. He spotted his brother East sitting at a metal table, his expression a mixture of longing and frustration. They locked eyes, and Chris couldn't help but feel a surge of emotion at the sight of his brother behind bars."Aye, wassup bro," Chris greeted him quietly, sliding into the seat across from him. East's eyes lit up with a mixture of relief and sadness. "Chris, man, it's good to see you. How you been?"Chris forced a smile, but the weight of their situation bore down on him. "I've been holding it together, you know. But it hasn't been easy.""Yeah, I feel you," East replied, his voice tinged with frustration. "I hate being stuck in this hellhole, especially with all this mess going on."Chris nodded, knowing they had a lot to discuss. "I've been handling things on the outside as best as I can. But there's something I need to fill you in on."As Chris updated East on the state of their business and the ongoing investigation into Chris's shooting, East listened intently, his brow furrowing with concern. But when Chris mentioned Kierra, East's expression softened, his concern shifting to his pregnant girlfriend."How's Kierra holding up?" East asked, his voice filled with worry. Chris sighed, knowing he had to deliver difficult news. "She's been struggling, man. It's been hard on her without you here. But she's a fighter, just like you."Before East could respond, Chris shifted gears, his expression turning hopeful. "But listen, I have some good news too. Your lawyer called earlier. They're confident they can get you released soon, just in time for your baby shower."Relief flooded East's features at the news, a glimmer of hope shining in his eyes. "For real? That's what's up, Chris. I can't wait to be home with Kierra and y'all."But as their conversation turned to lighter topics, East's demeanor shifted once again, his expression hardening with determination."There's something else I need you to do for me, Chris," East said, his voice low and intense. "I need you to find Alexis. She's put that restraining order out on me and accused me of beating her. I want her dead."Chris's blood ran cold at the request, his stomach churning with unease. He knew he had to tread carefully, but he also understood the depth of East's anger and desperation."I'll see what I can do, East," Chris replied cautiously, his mind racing with the implications of East's request. "But let's focus on getting you out of here first, alright?"As they continued to talk, their conversation weighed heavy with the gravity of their circumstances. And as Chris left the jail, his thoughts lingered on the dangerous path ahead.