I CARE

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Bennett POV

"I don't wanna come here. Why don't I live with you and James?" I whined as Mrs Robinson pulled up to this gigantic mansion. After I was discharged from the hospital I went back to the orphanage to pack my stuff. It didn't take that much time to pack because I don't own many clothes.

"We already discussed this Bennett, you are living with Beyonce for a couple of days. I gotta sort some things out," she said as she reached out her window and punched the code and the gate opened. "Beyonce is like my baby sister so I can trust her to take care of you."

"Well in that case, how can you expect a baby to look after another baby?" I said pointing at myself. We got out of the car and walked to the front door. Mrs Robinson leaned forward to ring the door bell. Immediately, a woman opened the door and brought Mrs Robinson into a hug.

"Hey Mama T," Mrs Robinson said hugging the woman.

"This must me my grandson. I'm Tina Lawson but you can call me Grandma T," she said squeezing my cheek.

I chuckled nervously and patted her hand, "My name is not 'my grandson' but its Bennett Williams," I said. Mrs Robinson shot me a quick glare, "Pleased to meet your acquaintance," I said shaking her hand. Mrs Robinson further shot me a look of exasperation. I quickly let go of Grandma T's hand and patted her on the shoulder unperturbed.

"OK, since we are well acquainted let's get inside. Amelia I know you are eating for two. Come on in," she said opening the door further. The inside was more gorgeous than the outside. As soon as I stepped in I was met with an enormous chandelier hanging from above. It illuminated the place as we followed Grandma T. We finally came to a halt and were met with people in the kitchen.

"Everybody Bennett's here," she introduced me to everyone there.

"What up bro, I'm Julez Smith." Said this boy about my age as we dabbed each other. "Pleasure meeting you Bennett."

"Hey there sweet thang, I'm Solange. Beyonce's baby sister," this young lady said as she hugged me and we proceeded doing this weird handshake which I surprisingly knew. She then directed me to my sit and handed me a plate of food. My eyes widen as I saw my favorite foods on the plate.

"Thanks y'all," I said about to dig in. I bet Mrs Robinson requested that they should prepare my favorite foods. There was cornbread, mash potatoes, fried chicken and sausage rolls. I went to the sink and washed my hands and took a fork then feasted on the food in front off me.

Everyone was busy eating in the kitchen when I suddenly felt my throat getting dry. " I'm kinda thirsty," I said bearly above a whisper. I hopped out of my sit and headed for the first cabinet I saw.

"Aye! Y'all guys got a baby up in here?" I said loud enough for everyone in the kitchen to hear as I picked up the sippy cup.

"That's a very touchy subject Bennett. We don't like talking about it," Solange said lowly.

"My bad. I didn't mean to open up old wounds," I said as I was filled with great guilt and remorse for what I just said. I took that glass I wanted and proceeded to pour myself a glass of tap water.

"There's soda in the fridge man. You can go take it," Julez offered pointing towards the fridge.

"Thanks man but I'm not a fan of soda anyways. Imma stick with tap water," I said taking a sip. I would drink soda and those other fancy drinks once in a long while back at the orphanage. I was never really fond of sugary drinks.

After lunch, Mrs Robinson said her goodbyes and left. I was taken escorted to my room upstairs where I had a hot shower. I got out of the shower with nothing but a towel wrapped around my waist.

"Hey Bennett," I heard someone say startling me. I almost lost my grip on my towel.

"Oh my gosh! You scared me there. You know, you almost saw my bits and pieces," I said tightening my towel a bit more around my waist. Beyonce should stop sneaking up on me like that. We shared a laugh and went on to sit next to her on the bed.

"What's popping Mrs Carter?" I said as I crossed my legs.

She cleared her throat, "I hope you are enjoying your stay so far. I'm sorry I wasn't there to welcome you, I was busy in the office," she said. "There are some clothes in the closet that you can wear," she pointed at the closet.

"Mrs Carter, can you please give me a tour of the house," I said. She nodded her head and I stood up and walked towards the door when I noticed her still sitting down with a raised eyebrow.

"Aren't you gonna get dressed?" She said with a look of surprise and incredulity.

"Don't worry Mrs Carter, I have my undergarments on," I said as I placed my hand on the doorknob. "Wait!" I said stopping in my tracks, "Is Julez gay? No disrespect here," I said as I turned looking her way and she shook her head. "In that case I'll be fine," I said shrugging it off with a smile.