Break Out

Chapter Two

Kehlani "Queen" Jackson
I woke up with Duke laying beside me. It felt weird. Being in our bed without him. There was no warmth, just me.

Shaking my head I threw the covers off of me and walked inside our closet. All his clothes were still in place. I grabbed a shirt of his rack and brought it to my nose. God they even still smelled like him. Just the feel of the fabric between my fingers brought back so many intimate moments we've shared. I smiled softly to myself as I pulled away from his things to get dressed. I was hoping to talk to X today to see if he's considered my offer. I wanted to get Twain back as soon as possible. And if we're going to achieve that, X is going to need my help.

I decided on my dark blue bodycon dress with a slit up the left leg and my white blazer jacket. I hopped in the shower, left my hair in its curly state, got out, did my makeup, and slipped my outfit on. I slid my foot into my strappy heels and walked down the steps. I saw Duke eating his food that I'm assuming the maid left out for him. I smiled as he came charging towards me. I wish I could take him but I have business to attend to this morning. So I let him outside into the backyard and left the house. Once I was in the car and pulling out of the driveway I made my way over to the trap. I hope X really thought about what I said. We all need Twain and I'm willing to do anything to get him back.

I parked around the corner and walked around to the back door, entering the building. A few people just stared at me while others simply didn't even look up. I kept my head held high and gave no emotion to my face. I may have been going through it but as I've always said: No weakness

Knocking on the office door, I turned the knob and walked inside. There sat the man I was looking for. You could see in his face he was tired. And I was used to that look. Twain wore it like a mask everyday. But only a few ever recognize it. I smiled softly at him and sat down. "Hey X," I said.

"Wassup D? Why you all dressed up?"

"I'm here to see about your answer on my proposal." He sighed. "Come on X I know I can-"

"No I know. That's why I've agreed to what you've asked. I just hope Twain doesn't kill me in the end," he groaned. I subtly laughed and shook my head. "Now we just have to host a meeting to let everybody know you're temporarily in charge."

"Why don't we do it tonight? Just call everybody in and I'll be back here in a few hours."

"You're not staying?" He asked with an arched brow.

"No no, I'm going out to eat and then I'll be back. I haven't had breakfast so I think I'll run over to Mrs.Jenny's. You wanna come?" I stood from the chair and removed my jacket. It was beginning to get hot in the city again.

"Wish I could but I can't. I have to hold things down here. Go ahead and do what you gotta do we'll go over all the details later. I'll see you tonight D."

***
I pulled up to Mrs.Jenny's and parked the car. I saw her through the window and instantly smiled. She was a wonderful lady and I'm mad Twain didn't introduce us earlier.

Walking through the door I sat at the diner and waited for her. Once she spotted me she held up her hand signaling me to wait a second and I nodded respectfully. She went running in the other direction towards a customer who needed her. Mrs.Jenny was a hard worker and I admired how much she loved this place.

Finally she came to me and gave me a hug with a tight squeeze. "Hey baby cakes," she smiled.

"Hey Mrs.Jenny. Could I get my usual? And I'm eating in today," I smirked. After the funeral I came here a couple of times and never stayed. I was still trying to wrap my head around everything but Mrs.Jenny never treated me different. She sent me off with a plate and a soft smile every time.