Imagine your whole life being a lie and all your dreams being pushed aside against your will. Imagine being tied to someone you don't even know. Imagine how Tayeisha Peterson felt when she was told she has to marry a man she doesn't even know.
Tay rolled her eyes as she read the text message from Zeon. Her parents must have given him her number because she sure as hell didn't. It's been two days since she had bombs dropped on her and Tay has been avoiding everybody. She goes to work and comes home, as in Zeon's place, and straight to her room.
Tez has been trying to communicate with Tay and he can tell something is wrong, but Tayeisha can't bring herself to continuously deceive him. How is she going to tell him that she's engaged without mentioning this stupid deal.
It's around 8 pm so Tayeisha grabbed a light sweater to wear over her olive green dress.
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Living with Zeon has personally been hell for Tay because she is being forced to. Tay feels more uncomfortable than anything and although Zeon is like a tall, sexy, chocolate bar, Tayeisha's anger pushes all that away.
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"Sorry I'm late, Atlanta traffic ain't a joke." Zeon said, approaching Tayeisha. He took his suit jacket off then took a seat in front of Tay.
Tay didn't say anything and just took a sip from her drink. She didn't feel like engaging in conversation with Zeon but she knew that she would be forced.
"Well I think that since we're getting married in 58 days and we've started living together, we should try to get to know each other better and understand what we both expect in a marriage." Zeon said, starting the conversation.
"I don't really feel like it." Tay scoffed, not paying attention.
"On that note I have no problem with starting. In our relationship and marriage, the number one thing that won't be negotiated is respect. I expect to receive the same respect that I give you. I'm not asking for your respect, I'm demanding it. I don't play with these little attitudes you've been throwing around. I'm trying to give you the benefit of the doubt but next time I will shut it down." Zeon said in a calm manner that scared the shit out of Tay but she wouldn't dare let him know that.
"Mhm." Tay hummed.
"Moving on, I also need communication. That's key to a successful relationship. I don't like lies and I don't like being lied to. I would rather you tell me something and I be mad for a few hours than I find out myself. Along with trust comes loyalty. I expect for you to be loyal to this relationship. None of that stepping out bullshit because I would hate to have to catch a few bodies cause my wife wants to fuck around." Zeon said.
"Same goes for you Zeon. You seem like the type to fuck any girl that's appealing to the eye." Tayeisha snapped.
"I won't lie, I've had my fare share of sexual partners but I was raised right. Once in a relationship, there is no other women that should be more important. I'm a rude ass nigga but I respect women." Zeon retorted. Tayeisha kept a straight face but on the inside her heart was fluttering.
