Homecoming (OC Story)

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Janelly: Mama, its so good to be here with you. This just makes me feel so good.

Ms. Rose: It does wonders on my heart to see you like this. Everything you wanted is coming true. I'm here for it all sweet pea. But mama tired and I want to watch Insecure. Get Michael off the couch and go in the guest room. Looking like he's having a bad dream.

Janelly: Yes ma'am.

Michaels Dream Flashback
The London Tour

Janelly: Why cant you come wit me? I'm doing a collab mixtape with Lady Leshurr. You can do some shows with Trent, Tyler, and Pete. You havent seen them in a while.

Michael: I know. But I already told CCW I was gonna do the Sweet 16 tournament. I can actually win it this year. This could get me to either Japan or Orlando.

Janelly: London is perfect this time of the year. I really want you to be with me. You're my coach when in between rounds when I gotta fight the world.

Michael: J of course I want to be with you. You're the Sharmell to my Booker.

Janelly: The Sapphire to your Dusty?

Michael: Yeah. Except you aren't leaving me for someone with money. That's why we push each other like we do.

Janelly: Thats why I wanted you to come with me. After I do this project, it could just be me and you tripping near Buckingham Palace or something.

Michael: J, I'd love to go. But you have your goals, I have mine. We've done this before. And we always end up right here. Together. That's how its gonna be no matter what.

Janelly: I'm getting bad vibes about this. But I trust you. You're strong on your conviction in doing this tournament. Promise me you'll not only win but you'll be here when you get back. I'm only gonna be a few weeks. I love you Michael Rivers. I really do.

Michael: I love you too Janelly Gordon. I really do. I'm proud to have been a witness you your growth.

Janelly holds back tears as she goes to board her plane. Michael goes to his car with an ache in his stomach. They both miss another opportunity to make it official.

One week later...

Michael: I don't know why y'all wanted to stop here but please hurry up so I can get to this tournament and help set up.

Passenger One: Man relax. We're going to get money to buy merch at the show.

Michael: Then why didn't y'all stop at an ATM?

Passenger Two: Bruh he ain't got no bank card. Plus he's giving me money to spend at the show.

Michael: Y'all lucky we went to the same school. Hurry up!

Passenger 3 getting out the car: We'll be in and out man damn! Alright. We got 3 minutes. Stick to my plans.....

Michael pulls out his phone to see a new Instagram post from Janelly. Playfully, he slides in her Dm.

Michael: Damn girl. You look good as fuck. You single?

Janelly: I might be.....