Before I start the chapter, I would like to apologize for the wait. I've been dealing w/ a lot, due to a friend of mine passing away 😪 I hope you all are still willing to read . 😘
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"Relax, it's okay, try to stay still." Fred whispered to Marge while rubbing her back as she had another episode of width drawls. He knew for her, this wouldn't be easy, but he wanted nothing more but for her to beat this addiction, and in his eyes, she was more than capable, she was strong. She had made it through two weeks without the drugs.
As Marge's body relaxed, tears escaped her eyes. She felt alone without what once helped her cope with her feelings. Even with Fred, someone who loved her dearly, right by her side, she still felt empty and like something was missing.
"I don't wanna do this." She rocked back and forth, biting her nails.
"Please, do it not only for yourself, but baby you told me you would like to rekindle with your daughter one day. Think of her at times like this. And think of me, I love you Marge." He kissed her forehead.
A smile appeared upon her face. "You really think Delilah will be willing to hear me out?" She questioned.
Fred thought about his answer before responding, not really knowing the answer him self. "Just keep praying love. It may take time to get through to her, but I know God will make a way."
Marge had told Fred about all the things she had done. He hated her at first for all the things she had put her daughter and herself through. But he felt as though the drugs were to blame. He knew deep down inside, Marge had a beautiful soul, she just needed help. He even thought about getting her some counseling after she'd completed rehab.
"No matter the situation, I'll be here every step of the way." He assured her before placing a soft kiss on her lips.
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"Delilah,
This shit crazy how fast a nigga falling for you. I never would have expected to feel this way about a female. You came into my life at such an unexpected time, in such a fucked up manner. All I want to do is care for you and protect you. You mean so much to me, I wouldn't know what to do if something was to happen to you. We've gotten so close, that I feel like I can't be separated from you for too long before I lose my mind. You even got me not working like I used to, cause I know it's dangerous out here, and I wanna make sure I'm always here for you. I hate when we beefing, cause I feel like we taking away time that we could be loving on each other like we should be. I promise I wouldn't have you wasting your time with me. NOTHING is going on with me and Brenda, believe that. The only girl I want is in the guest bed right now, acting stubborn. When you get up, look on the left side of the bed, and you'll find my duck ass on the floor, cause I ain't wanna sleep in the other room. I love you girl."
- Rod.
Delilah smiled as she finished reading the note Rod left on the nightstand for her.
She peeled the covers back, heading to the bathroom to brush her teeth.
Placing numerous kisses on his face, she had finally woke him up.
"Good morning, beautiful." He smiled seeing that she no longer showed signs of having an attitude.
"Good morning, handsome." She responded.
"Don't go to sleep mad at me no more. A nigga back hurting and shit from falling asleep on this floor." He began stretching and cracking his bones.
Getting up and heading to his room, Delilah grabbed a bottle of oil from his bathroom cabinet.
Squeezing the oil on his back, Delilah began rubbing his back, making sure to ease away all the pain he felt.
"I apologize for the way I acted. I should have heard you out. It's just that, I don't really know how to love. I'm scared that one day you'll leave me, and I'll be back at square one again, with nobody." She put her head down.
Lifting her face back up with his index finger, Rod looked her into her brown eyes, "you don't have to worry about that. I'm here to stay, as long as you let me." He told her honestly.
The two inched in, and shared a long, passionate kiss.
"I love you Rod." She said as she began straddling his waist.
