The Unexpected

Chapter 11: Promise Me

“Babe, I got to go run some errands. I’ll see you later.” Derrick said when we reached my house. First the phone call, now he’s leaving. What the hell? I trust him, though so I just shrug it off.

“Alright, boo.” I replied. He pulled my face to his and kissed me fiercely. He bit my lip before giving me a quick peck. I got out and opened the back car door to get a sleeping Bentley. He stirred a little bit then nuzzled his head into the crook of my neck. I waved one more time and went upstairs to lay Bentley down. I walked in my room and noticed a box with a note on it.

Happy birthday, beautiful. I have something special planned so put the items on that is in the box. Be ready at 7. Pack some clothes for overnight. Bentley is staying with your parents. Love, Derrick.

I read the note and opened the box. First was a diamond studded necklace. It had a heart with a diamond in the middle. It was the most beautiful piece of jewelry I have ever seen. I moved the paper in the box and found a beautiful, light blue, strapless dress that stopped mid-thigh. It was classy and nice.

I looked at the time and noticed it was four so I decided to get ready. I picked out a red laced strapless bra and matching thong. I took a quick shower, shaved, and freshened up. When I got out I put on my undergarments and a large t-shirt. I curled my hair with a curling wand and pushed it to the side.

I put eyeliner on the top of my eyelid and the bottom. I decided to do a Smokey eye look. I covered my lips in pale pink lipstick. Finishing off my makeup, I used a few different mascaras to give my lashes some volume. After I was finished with my makeup and hair, I slipped on my dress and the necklace that Derrick gave me. I complimented the dress with tan high heels. When I was done I looked in the mirror and I must say I looked cute. I checked the time and it was thirty minutes to seven. “Bentley, wake up baby boy.” I shook him softly.

Sitting up, he said, “Mommy, you look beautiful. Where’s daddy? He was here before I went to sweep.” He sounded so sleepy, I had to laugh.

“Daddy had some places to go, baby.” I replied, giving him a kiss on his forehead.

“Finish getting ready. I’ll take him down stairs.” My dad said from the doorway making me jump a little.

“You scared me, dad.” I laughed, placing my hand against my chest.

“Sorry.” He laughed with me. He took Bentley down stairs and I went to pack my bag. I packed enough lingerie and normal clothes for a few days. I also got a few pairs of shoes. I grabbed my blow dryer, straightener, curling iron, makeup, and other necessities and threw them in my bag.

When I was finished I heard the doorbell ring. “Honey, Derrick’s here.” I heard my mom say from the bottom of the stairs.

I closed the bag and picked up everything I needed, making sure to not forget anything. “Coming.” I shouted, closing the door.

My heels clinking with the floor was all you could hear as I entered the room. I looked up, biting my lip when I noticed everybody staring, jaw dropped. “You look beautiful, darling.” My dad was the first to speak up.

Mom chimed in, “You really do.” She wiped a tear that was falling from her eye. Derrick looked at me with sparkling eyes. There was something hidden under them, I didn’t know quite yet. His smile was so big it touched his eyes.

I broke eye contact and noticed he was wearing a black suit. His tie was the same color as my dress. “You look handsome.” I choked out, eventually.

“You look beyond amazing.” He replied, walking forward.

“Mommy! Daddy! You look tutee.” Bentley called with chocolate covering his face.