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I couldn't believe what I had just seen on the tea page - Claudia's ex, Shay, joining Claudia's live and causing a scene. My blood boiled at the thought of this bitch constantly terrorizing Claudia, making her feel small and insignificant.
I needed to cool off, so I grabbed my keys and headed out for a drive. The night air was cool against my skin as I drove aimlessly, my mind consumed with thoughts of Shay and the things I wanted to do to her for hurting Claudia.
Before I knew it, I had unintentionally driven to Claudia's mom's house. I hesitated for a moment before gathering the courage to knock on the door. Beyonce opened it, a look of worry on her face as she saw me standing there.
"Gio, what are you doing here so late?" Beyonce asked, ushering me inside.
I took a deep breath, trying to calm the storm of emotions raging inside me. "I... I needed to talk to someone. I'm sorry for showing up unannounced."
Beyonce led me to the living room and sat me down on the couch. "What's on your mind, baby? You look like your about to kill somebody."
I hesitated, unsure of how to voice my anger and frustration. But finally, I blurted out, "I want to hurt Shay. I want to make her pay for what she's done to Claudia."
Beyonce's eyes widened in surprise, but she didn't judge me. Instead, she placed a comforting hand on my shoulder. "I understand your anger, there's been times I wanted to hurt her too, Gio. But she wants to get a rise out of both of you, you're letting her get to you. I wouldn't want you to do something you'll regret, Claudia wouldn't be able to take that either, she needs you."
Tears welled up in my eyes as I realized she was right. Claudia wouldn't want me to stoop to Shay's level, to let her actions dictate my own. I took a deep breath and let out a shaky sigh.
"You're right, ma. I... I just want Dia to be happy, and seeing Shay constantly torment her, not to sound like a softie but it....breaks my heart."
Beyonce smiled softly, her eyes filled with understanding. "I know, G. But My baby is strong, and she has you by her side. Together, you can overcome anything."
I nodded, feeling a sense of peace wash over me. Beyonce's words were like a balm to my wounded soul, soothing the anger and hurt that had consumed me. I knew that no matter what challenges came our way, Claudia and I would face them together.
As I left Beyonce's house that night, I felt a renewed sense of determination.
-Later-
I couldn't shake the feeling of guilt for leaving Claudia without a word. She was my rock, my everything, and I hated that I had hurt her by leaving like that.
When I finally pulled into the driveway and walked into the house, I saw Claudia sitting on the couch, wearing my hoodie. She looked up at me with concern in her eyes and immediately stood up. "Baby you okay? I was scared to death. " walked over to me and scanned my body for injuries.
I couldn't hold back the tears any longer. I collapsed into her arms, burying my face in her neck as I whispered "I'm sorry" over and over again. Claudia held me tight, rubbing my back soothingly as she tried to ask me what had happened.
I never showed this much emotion to anyone so she had to know I was really going through it.
But I couldn't bring myself to speak. The words caught in my throat, and all I could do was cry. Claudia didn't push me to talk, she just held me close, letting me cry it out.
