homecoming. | EDITING

twenty one

The next morning I woke Khaila up before Jada, and me and her got dressed. Me and her were gonna meet up with Nicole and her kids for a little play date.

I did Khaila's hair the best I could, and I think I did a pretty good job on her hair and her outfit.

Khaila had texted me this morning, telling me she had got the test results, I responded saying that we should have a date and bring both of our kids so they could get to know each other, and I'd get the results and read them when I got home.

Just as we were about to leave after I finished writing a note for Jada, she caught our attention by clearing her throat.

"Where are you taking my daughter?"

I turned around,"Oh, heyyy Jada. You look lovely this morning." I smiled. She placed her hands on her hips,"Justin. What're you doing?"

"Me and Khaila were just gonna go out for a little minute, right, sweetie?"

"Yes," she nodded eagerly.

"Where are y'all going?"

"Just to eat some breakfast."

"Oh, can I come?"

"I uh," I scratched the back of my neck,"Don't think that's a good idea."

"Why not?"

"Cause it's a date..." I said awkwardly. "With?"

"Me and Nicole. She kinda invited me and I thought I'd bring Khaila." This was awkward.

"Oh," she said,"um okay."

"Sorry --"

"No," she waved her hand dismissively,"It's fine. Really. Just make sure you let me know in advance next time, okay?"

I nodded. Jada bent over and beckoned Khaila over to her with her finger,"Come give mama a kiss," she smiled at her. Khaila grinned and ran over to Jada, giving her a big hug.

"Bye mommy. I love you," she pecked her mother's lips. "Love you more, baby. Be good, okay?"

She nodded and ran over to me, and together we walked out the door.

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Nicole greeted me with a smile when she opened the door for us. "Hey!" She smiled and gave me and Khaila hugs. "Hi," I wanted to peck her cheek or something, but it didn't seem appropriate with her two sons behind her.