Because I Said So

Chapter Eighteen

A bitch is in MIAMI!!!!!

We've been here for four days now and I already want to move out here. The atmosphere is so much different than Indigo Falls. Drinks galore, parties all the damn time no matter what time it is, and half-naked bodies everywhere!!! It doesn't matter if you're slim or big. Nobody is judging the next damn person. I may need to convince big daddy Charles to get us a condo out here. There's so much to do and I feel like we are running out of time!

We hit up some of the local museums and saw some gorgeous paintings. Most of them were paintings of the ocean life. We went to see the Fairfield tropical botanic garden and it was simply beautiful! All the tropical trees and flowers make you feel like you are on a private island. We went deep sea fishing, hit up the Havana food markets and even got a tour to understand the culture. Last but not least we saw some monkeys! I was way to excited!

That was one thing I begged Charles to take me too. Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted a monkey. They are the cutest creatures that God created. I even got to feed one! I wish we never had to go home, but I will be enjoying my time here.

We found a few locations where he wanted to expand his business, but he decided on South Beach since its popular and a major tourist attraction. South Beach is guaranteed to bring him much success.

Today I hanged back at our hotel suite because I have a major hangover from partying the last couple of nights. Charles told me that he had a meeting with Tony Richards to finalize the last documents so he can start building his club on South Beach.

"I'll be back in a couple of hours" he said before kissing me.

I took a nap to try and make myself feel better.

Can you believe that this whole entire time Kandice has not call or check up on Charles once. She mind as well just go ahead and file the divorce papers and just stayed with Jeremy. I mean how can you be so thoughtless. But she worries about me wearing panties and a tank top in front of him.

She obviously isn't worried about him being alone and could be possibly cheating. She better be glad I am the only one he is fucking. Because these other bitches be throwing themselves at him and they look like they carry all kinds of diseases. Damn sissy, you got to do better than that if you don't want him to find out.

A short while later Charles woke me up and asked if I would be his date for tonight. As if Imma say no. We were going to an elegant party on Tony Richards yacht and the dress code is formal evening attire. I agreed and he gave me a gift bag with a beautiful strapless emerald suede split front dress, some black heels and a silver heart pendant with three diamonds in it. I swear this man must truly love me to keep buying me all these expensive gifts.

I took a shower and got ready while Charles waited for me in the suite living room. I did a loose curl with my hair and did another natural makeup. I stared at myself in the mirror when I was putting on the necklace. That's when reality hit me.

The whole entire time when I was with Deontay, I never felt like I was in love with him. But simply in love with the attention he was giving me. Every time when I'm around Charles, I feel the butterflies in my stomach. I feel the sensation of always wanting to be around him.

And when I'm not, I feel like a piece of me is missing. When we first met, I ignore that immediate connection I felt with him because I didn't want to be committed in a relationship. I thought I was going to ruin his life because of my character. I wanted him to be happy and pawn him off to my sister. A mistake I made.

Since we've been with each other, my heart kept pulling me towards him, but I kept saying no. It's only a temporary situation. It's just sex. But I can't deny this anymore. I think I found my soulmate and I'm going to tell him I love him before we go to this yacht party. If I don't tell him now, then I will let another opportunity pass me by. I won't let him go again.

As if Charles heard my thoughts, I walked into the living room and saw several candles lit and rose petals everywhere. He wore his tan suit and was down on one knee with a jewelry box open. I cover my mouth with my hands, and I felt like I was going to ball out like a baby. Shit! And I just did my makeup.

"Victoria, I never thought for once in my life that I would get this opportunity with you. I really thought I lost my chance at a real true love when I married your sister. I always wanted you to be by my side. You make me laugh, comfort me, and best of all really take care of me. I know it's crazy how we are going about things, but these past two months shown me that I am still in love with you. I always have and always will. You are my soulmate. Baby I just want you".

Tears are streaming from my eyes. I cannot believe this is happening right now!

"Victoria Marie Chase, will you marry me?"

My heart felt like its beating out of my chest. Its telling me what are you waiting for?! It's time! Get your man girl! Its now or never.

"Yes! Yes! A million times Yes!!!"

He gets up and kiss me passionately. I still feel the tears coming from my eyes.

"Thank you for making me the happiest man in the world" he said.

"Charles. I love you" I said.

A smile grew on his face and he kisses me again.

"I love you too baby. I love you too".

We got to the party at 9 and I couldn't get this damn smile off my face! I truly am happy, and I get to be with my soulmate forever! I guess happy endings do come true. Luckily, no one here at this party knew about Charles and Kandice's marriage. I know what your thinking. Doesn't he have on his ring though? It's obvious.

Well to answer your negative ass question. Charles doesn't wear his ring when we are out together. Its just me and him thank you very much! When he introduce me to the guests at the party, he tell them this is my happily engaged soon to be wife. That just makes my smile grow more and my heart feels happy. I love this man, and I know for sure he loves me back.

Later that evening, after we had the formal dinner, Charles was still talking to a few people about his club and what he hope it brings. I decided to walk on the quiet end of the boat and stare out into the water.

I glanced at my ring every chance I got, and it reminded me that our love is real. He picked out a solitaire ruby heart ring with diamond accents with a rose gold band. I absolutely adore this damn ring. On the inside of the ring it read, My One and Only Love. I was admiring this ring so much that I didn't notice a familiar face was standing next to me.

"Well its good to see you again Victoria".

I felt a bit frighten because not in a million years did I think I was gonna see him again. Especially in Miami on Tony Richards yacht.

"Deontay. What are you doing here?" I asked him.

He didn't say anything at first. He looks at my ring and back at me.

"I could be asking you the same thing" he said.

"You could, but its not like I'm going to answer you any damn ways."

He just chuckles and taps my ring.

"Who's the lucky guy?" he asked.

"Someone who didn't sleep with my momma" I snap to him.

"For the last time, I did not do that." He said.

I just roll my eyes.

As I was walking away, he grab me gently by my arm.

"Tell me its not true".

"What are you talking about?" I asked him.

"That your sleeping with your sisters husband".

I gasp.