Loyalty

VIOLATED CONT...

AVA'S POV

As we walked out of the hospital I held on to Moe's arm for guidance. I felt so drained. They gave me pills to prevent a possible pregnancy and any infections. The doctor did say they would make me drowsy and now I'm feeling it. All I want to do is lay down. Every step I take I feel like I'm going to fall. Everything from lights to sound and subtle movements were making me extremely dizzy.

"I think I'm gonna pass out."

"Aww hun you're just drowsy. We'll catch a cab back to the house and I'll start on dinner because you have to eat something."

As bad as I wanted to thank Miss Pearl I just couldn't. My body wouldn't cooperate. I just want to get to the house and lay down. I know I need to shower but I'm just too tired. Once we got in the cab I rested my head against Miss Pearl's shoulder and quickly fell asleep.

AVA'S POV: THE NEXT DAY

I opened my eyes and realized I was in Moe's bed. The smell of dinner being cooked is what really woke me up. I could count on hand how many times my mom cooked in my life. I head out his room into the living room where I see him, Trent and some man I've never seen before watching tv.

"Oh! Uncle p this is Ava."

"Hey baby girl, I'm they're uncle Paul."

"Nice to meet you I'm Ava."

I left the guys to go join Miss Pearl in the kitchen. Figured she could use some company. My mouth watered at the sight of the meal she prepared. Barbecue chicken, collard greens, corn on the cob and Mac and cheese.

"You need some help ms. Pearl? I'm an awesome food critic."

"Ha! Girl you sound just like Maurice ya'll ain't slick. You can set the table for six. I invited officer Reyes over. You know, as a thank you."

"Mmm hmm you ain't slick."

I replied with a huge smile and then I made kissy faces at Miss Pearl. She burst into tears of laughter and then chased me threatening to throw water on me. It was no surprise when Trent and Moe joined the fun. They tried to tag team us but we got them good. I ran around the rectangular dinner table and threw an ice cube at moe who tossed a small cup of water on me. Then came Miss Pearl running from Trent who also had a cup of water in his hand.

"Boy don't you wet my hair!"

Ding, ding, ding.

We all froze in our tracks at the sound of the bell. I ran to the kitchen to grab a rag and start cleaning up the mess we made. I'm sure it's Officer Reyes. I have a lot of questions for him about everything that's going to happen with my mom and my cousin. Maybe it isn't the right time.

"Uncle p, aunt rose coming?"

"Trent don't ask me no dumb questions. Know damn well I don't talk to that psycho hoe."

"It's Officer Reyes guys. I invited him over and Paul watch your mouth boy."

There was an awkward silence as Miss Pearl walked towards the apartment door.  I glanced over at Moe and noticed he and Trent were speaking through their facial expressions. Trent has always had this hatred for cops especially after all his run-ins with the law. Let Miss Pearl tell it, Officer Reyes has looked out for them numerous times.
He looked nice outside of uniform. He had on a grey cardigan with a white V-neck that showed off his white gold chain. Some ripped jeans and the grey and white 12's. He kind of reminds me of Dwayne The Rock Johnson. He just isn't as built and a tad bit darker.

Ok! I see you officer.

I decided to break the awkward silence by greeting Officer Reyes. I sincerely thanked him for all his help earlier. As we engaged in conversation I noticed Trent had a questioning look on his face. It didn't sit well with me but I brushed it off. I assume Trent doesn't know, or does he? Trent and Devon went to the same high school but Trent graduated already. They've gotten into a lot of trouble together. I came up with a crazy scenario in my mind.

Devon probably told Trent he slept with some young joint, meaning ME. He probably made it seem like I wanted it and justified his actions by claiming we're not blood related since Nita and my Mother are sisters-in-law. The look on Trent's face says he knows something. I still wish I was dreaming. I wish I would wake up and this is all a nightmare.

I shook my head at the thought of that happening. I feel kind of crazy for even thinking of something like that but It's very possible. It makes me sick to my stomach. Not that I'm ungrateful, I'm just not in the mood for this dinner anymore. To be honest I'm still drowsy. I thought about excusing my self from the table but I didn't want to ruin anyone's night. So I sat in silence.

MOE'S POV

The whole time Ava and Officer Reyes were talking Trent looked lost. He's been gone all weekend. So I pulled my phone out underneath the table and sent him a text.

Yo bro that nigga Dee you be running with is a fucking dog. Nigga RAPED Ava yesterday. That's why she's here. Moms kicked her out so Ma letting her stay here. -Moe

Bruhhh👀
Nigga Dev told me some shit but I didn't know he meant Aj. Nah he's odee nasty. How u wanna handle this? -Trent

Bro you already know 🔫 -Moe

Got u💯
Can't hold u I think Keisha pregnant boy -Trent

Bruhhh Keisha though?!😳😂 -Moe

I tossed my phone in my pocket trying to hold in my laughter. Of all the gorgeous girls my brother has messed with he slipped up and got Lakeisha pregnant. Everybody on this block ran up in that and ain't no telling who's baby that is.

This shit is crazy. Anyways its time for me to see what this nigga Reyes is about. Interrogation time!

"So, Officer Reyes how long you been a cop?"

He sat up straight, looked me in my eyes and replied.

"Please call me Donovan. I've been on the force for 6 years now. Ever thought about joining?"

Before I could even respond to his question my brother decided to speak for me.

"My bro ain't tryna be no pig."

"Bruh, I can talk for myself and actually yeah I have thought about joining. Excuse my ignorant brother."

Reyes brushed off Trent's comment by laughing at him. I hate when Trent does that because Trent has the tendency to be so ignorant sometimes. Trent may want to run these streets for the rest of his life but not me. I actually want to make something of myself. I'm not trying to end up locked up or dead like a lot of these niggas out here.
The rest of the night was cool. I haven't seen my mom smile this much in a while. I love seeing her happy and I'm happy that she's happy. Reyes? He's aight with me.