BY DEMARCO'S STANDARDS (Part 5)

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As I stepped from the elevator into the lobby of Ivy's apartment I rubbed the knot that was rapidly growing on the back of my head from the vase she had thrown. As if my day hadn't been bad enough she goes crazy on me. Throwing a damn knife at me like she was a ninja or some shit. She's not crazy no, she's fucking physco. Had I not already had enough on my plate at the moment I would've stayed and made her apologize my way.

As I made my way to the door I brushed a few pink rose petals from my head and shoulders. I had nearly made it when I heard the elevator doors ding and her squeaking voice". "Where you going Demarco? Get back here, I'm not done with your bag of horse shit ass. I believe you forgot something".

Cringing on the inside I spun around on my heels to see her charging me. I braced myself for her oncoming blows and barely managed to mumble fuck me as she threw her body onto mine. She wrapped those long legs around my waist and instead of hitting me she bent my neck back so I was looking into her face. She proceeded to crash her lips against mine while squeezing her hands around my throat. Her kiss was so fierce, demanding and dominating. She roughly sucked on my tounge before pushing her own into the hollows of my mouth. We didn't even come up for air, but breathing was the last thing on my mind. She gently took my bottom lip between her teeth and tugged on it as her lusty eye's opened seductively.

Suddenly she broke the kiss and hopped down from me. Giving a satisfied smirk she spoke. "Now I'm done with you. Get your ass out of here and forget my name."

I stood there in a kissed dazed stupor until she became further irritated. "I said get to stepping lil bitch. I never want to see you again".

She then took it upon herself to remove me from the building. Spinning me around, she pushed me towards the doors and pretty as you please connected her foot to my ass to send me on my way. That's right, she literally kicked me in my ass to get me moving on. The doors shut and I turned around but she was already huffing her way back to the elevator with her arm's crossed. Telling myself to run on, that this is for the best I stepped into my waiting car with images of that wild kiss. Before my car pulled off I ordered my men to stay back to watch over her until I'm assured she is safe.

By the time I made it home the sun was rising and I just wanted a bath and some sleep. Upon entering my apartment I made my way to the kitchen for a glass of milk. As I gulped it down I heard the clicking of high heels enter through my unlocked door. I knew instantly who it was. No other woman in the world could make heels click like the second coming. Turning slowly around she stood there with her arm's crossed, rod straight and a mix of anger and worry on her face.

"Hello mommy".

She took in my wrinkled clothing and strained face. "Care to explain what went on last night?'

"I have it under contol mom. Besides how do you know?" I asked suspiciously.

She grinned like the cat who ate the canary. "Honestly Demarco, by now you should know that I know everything".

"Yes unfortunately you do" I agreed tiredly then decided to mess with her back. "Where's Pape? Does he know your here?"

She shrugged her shoulders. "He's at home sleeping while I slipped out but that's besides the point. Tell me".

Running a hand down my face I said honestly. "I don't know. I have a few suspect's but that's it. I'm assuming this new leader is involved".

"Do you know Jax is back?' She asked more than said.

"I do. How do you... nevermind you'll never tell."

I watched as she looked around my place eyeing all of Sam's belongings with a sympathetic look. "Dem baby it's time to let go and move on. I know it hurts but I can't stand to see you like this any longer. I miss Sam too, we all do but I want my son back. You act as if you died along with her".

"I did". I snapped.

"No baby you didn't. I've kept my mouth shut up til now. It's time Dem. Start by removing a few thing's day by day. It will get better, I promise".

I know she meant well but I didn't want to hear this. "No it want. It will never get better". I barked out.

"Because you want allow it. You would rather continue to wallow around in your misery instead of smile again. Who is she?"

"Who is who?" I asked with wonder".

"Oh for fucks sake don't play dumb with me. The girl that was with you tonight?"

How the hell does this woman know everything. "She's no one mom".

"Didn't look that way. Don't fuck it up. Have fun if that's what it's about or get serious if it's something more."

"It will be nothing. Why can't anyone understand that I can't bring someone else into my life just so they can die too". I yelled.

"First off don't raise your voice to me understood?"

"Yes mommy".

"Good. Now your being just like your stubborn father. Do you know how many time's he pushed me away with the same bullshit story. But look at me now, where am I?"

"And look at all the shit you've been through". I tossed back.

"True, but it was my choice. I don't put any blame on your Pape. I saw what I wanted and stopped at nothing to have it. That something happened to be your father even though he threatens to kill me only a daily basis". She snickered out.

"Like right now babydoll". I heard my Pape's deep voice say too calmly.

"Fuck". My mom mumbled as my Pape slowly walked up behind her like a killer as he continued.

"The fuck you doing sneaking out like that"? He directed to my mom as she turned to smile her innocent smile at him along with batting her eye's. I knew then my Pape would give in. Only for her and Miri would he give in.

"London baby I told you last night I wanted to visit Dem and do a bit of shopping for out trip to China."

"Cut the shit Laney. I've been in your ass since you left. I heard everything babydoll".

"Oh, you did". My mom said knowing she'd been busted.

My Pape only nodded and sent her a glare that made my mom roll her eye's. "How do you know this info babydoll?"

"Oh, ummm.... I just guessed". She replied.

"Laney this is over for us. Dem can handle this"

"I know London but I just wanted to warn him. I'm not getting involved I promise baby".

My Pape gave me a defeated look. "Dem If you need any help you know I'm here. Now I'm going to get your  mommy out of your hair".

My mom gave me a quick hug and peck on the cheek then my Pape led her out. Trying to get herself off the chopping block I heard her say to him. "Did you hear the part where I said I wanted you and that I didn't regret anything, huh London? I love you".

"I'm more interested in the part of how you know everything babydoll?" Pape replied

"How about we go to that favorite little pancake place you like so much. You look hungry". She tried again and I smiled as I heard my door shut. That lady was one of a kind.

As I showered my mom's word's echoed in my brain. Maybe I should move on. Once dressed in only briefs I grabbed a box and looked around at Sam's belongings. Taking a deep breath I placed her earbuds into the box. One thing at a time right? But that one small item hurt like hell. Taking another big step I crawled into my bed. That's right, the bed I hadn't slept in since I lost Sam.