This is the sequel to Heart Ain't a Brain. If you haven't, read that first!
They say don't fall in love, it's a mistake.
The trajectory of one's life can change in the blink of an eye. So what happens when a series of tragic events changes the cour...
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If I let down my guard, Would you give a thug your heart? If I let down my guard, Would you give a bitch your heart?
"That's the fastest I've ever moved through TSA in Hartsfield since moving here," Raelle said to Malachi as they settled into the 3-hour plane ride to Bermuda. They were lucky enough to find a direct flight so the ride would be quick.
"Yeah, I guess most people had earlier flights," Malachi said as he looked around their seated area. Raelle had splurged and got them first-class seats. He was always amazed at how much space was up here whenever he could fly in luxury. His clients typically wouldn't be as nice to spend the money to get him a first-class ticket, so he was usually always in coach or business class. Any time he had flown first class, he was paying out of pocket. He was appreciative of Raelle's kindness.
"Don't judge me if I snore while taking this nap I'm about to have," Raelle said as she adjusted her airplane pillow around her neck while making herself more comfortable in the seat she was in. She didn't get much sleep last night because she waited to pack at the last minute like she typically did. She had only gotten the chance to sleep for a couple of hours before her alarm was going off telling her it was time to get up.
"Oh, I'm definitely judging." Malachi joked making Raelle send a playful glare his way which made him laugh. "I'm just playing, pretty lady." He smiled softly seeing her suck her lips into her mouth to hide the smile she so desperately wanted to unleash while pushing a few of her braids out of her face.
He always found himself anticipating the shy look that crossed her face anytime he would refer to her as being pretty. His intention wasn't to come off as if he was making a pass at her; it was just a natural reaction for him to say it since he thought she was breathtakingly beautiful. It's like the words just couldn't be stopped as he found himself saying it often.
Raelle felt her heart fluttering at his kind words as they both sat back in their seats listening to the flight attendant go over the safety rules of the aircraft. She hadn't felt this giddy in so long that she forgot what the feeling of joy felt like. She hoped this trip was the start of her finding herself again.
Meanwhile, in Bermuda, Dominic and Athena were arriving at the hotel resort after a 15-minute cab ride from the airport. Athena had a layover flight in Atlanta where she and Dominic met up to fly to Bermuda together. She was so thankful that her son had decided to gift her with a trip to paradise for Thanksgiving.
"Oh my goodness! It's so beautiful here!! Daniel is missing out!" Athena enthused as they made their way through the beautiful lobby of Cambridge Beaches Resort and Spa. The space was the epitome of class with vaulted ceilings framed by dark wood beams that complemented the polished marble floors. Natural light poured through the expansive floor-to-ceiling windows highlighting the array of colorful furniture that matched the spirit of the island. Potted palm plants and vibrant bursts of Chinese hibiscus flowers lined the space giving the lobby an upscale feel.
