"So what time are you leaving to go down there?" Kyrah inquired as she simmered a pot of Alfredo sauce, infusing the kitchen with an irresistible aroma of garlic and butter mingling with the scent of sautéing chicken and juicy shrimp.
"Uh... I'm thinking I'll head out after we eat, and get a nap in first," Deonte said, loading the pieces of garlic bread on the baking pan.
Just thirty minutes ago, he and Tate had returned from the Cowboys Headquarters, where Deonte was officially welcomed into this new family, meeting his new teammates and facing a barrage of questions at the press conference.
The whirlwind of excitement had left him breathless; after everything settled, he had managed to convince his coach to grant him a day to sort out his personal life, a small window of grace after the sudden trade.
The coach had been understanding, as long as Deonte promised to return ready to tackle the new playbook that loomed over him like a mountain waiting to be climbed.
This week would be tough, filled with late-night study sessions and early morning practices, but he was clinging to the thought of one last day with Asha before plugging in all the way.
"Okay that sounds good. The traffic should ease up by then. I can send you her address in case you decide to surprise her," Kyrah offered, stirring the pasta with a smile. Aw your man can't wait to see you again sis, Kyrah thought.
"Yeah gone ahead and send it to me. But when I call her I'ma tell her I'm coming though," He replied thoughtfully.
They were still new in their relationship, and he didn't want to risk catching Asha off guard. The last thing he wanted was to make her uncomfortable with an unexpected visit; especially since she might be with Levi.
"Awww you want to see her face when you tell herrr?" Kyrah teased. "Haha, something like that I guess," Deonte said, adding the cooked shrimp and chicken into the pot she was stirring.
At that moment, Tate, who had been seated on the barstool, playing with his chin hair, broke the playful atmosphere with a more serious tone.
"So I been thinking right..." his voice trailed off, an indication that he had something to share, causing Deonte and Kyrah to turn around to give him their undivided attention.
