Falling From It Again

Twenty 4

CHERYL's POINT OF VIEW

Tony and I arrived at the couples party that my job had planned for everybody to attend. He took off work today just so he could be here with me and enjoy this night. I haven't seen Shemar in almost two days and it's honestly killing me. Having to kiss Tony...kills me.

"Baby, how's my hair?" I asked him as he opened the car door for me. I stepped out.

"Looks good." He said as he watched me stand up.

"What about this dress? I mean, is it too appealing? This is my job and I don't want to show off too much. I feel like my ass is-...." I said as I tugged at the back of my dress but he stopped me from talking.

"Cheryl, you look beautiful, babe. Your hair is perfect. Your dress wonderful and you're not showing off too much body- I would have told you before you left out of the house. Now, your ass if more than perfect, Okay? Your dress isn't hugging it too tightly...it's fine. My wife looks beautiful." He said as he smiled at me and tapped the side of my waist. I smiled and look down at my dress.

"Okay. I-...I feel better about all of this." I said as I grabbed his hand. We then started to walk towards the entrance of the building.

Once we arrived to the fancy gathering, Tony and I grabbed us some wine and looked around the room.

"So many sophisticated people in here." He said as he grabbed my waist.

"Yeah, I agree. It does look nice in here." I said as I admired the decor and how neat everything looked.

"I'm just happy to be here with you. I'm so proud of you, baby. Since you got the job-...I'm gonna have something very special in store for you. When I said that my baby deserves it all- she does." He said as he lightly kissed me on my lips. That's when we were interrupted...

"Cheryl Riley- Grant." Lewis said as he walked up towards us.

"Hey, Mr. Lewis. This is my husband Tony Grant and uhm...baby, this is my boss...Mr. Lewis." I said as I introduced them both. They shook each other's hands firmly and smiled at each other.

"So, you're the lucky man?" Mr. Lewis said to Tony.

"Yes sir, I am. Thank you so much for giving my wife a chance. She is a very hard, determined and dedicated woman. You have made a great choice. She's nothing but the best, sir." Tony said. His choice of words made me blush.

"Yes, Mr. Grant. I'm sure of it. See, I knew once I saw your wife that she was great at what she does. Very bold and powerful. Every step she takes has meaning and purpose behind it. I admire woman whom are strong in themselves. Cheryl is definitely needed around here and I can't wait for her first day tomorrow." Mr. Lewis said as he winked over at me. I lightly smiled at him.

"Thank you, sir." I said as I nodded my head at him.

"Cheryl here has told me that you want another baby. I advised her that it would be a good idea." Mr. Lewis said as he took a sip of his champagne.

Damn nigga- why you gotta bring that up? Giving Tony ideas and shit. Gah damn.

"Oh, yes sir. I-...I didn't know that she told you that much." Tony said as he looked over at me.

"See baby, he wanted to know some personal things and so, he asked and I told him. No crossing lines and telling my dark secrets or anything." I said as I laughed a small laugh and looked at my boss. My boss looked at me and smiled. His smile made me uncomfortable sometimes, honestly.