The Ladder

Chapter 14 - Call her Shani

Nashon engulfed himself in work that week he tried to not give himself any idol time to think about his indiscretions. He didn't call or text Serenity. He wondered if she was alright at home but wanted to give himself time to process what he had done.

Tiffany was invited to a black tie charity event that weekend. Nashon was used to having to attend these types of functions with her. She wore a sleek tight long red dress, with straps that fell off the shoulder. The side had a long split and the back had a train about two feet long. She wore her hair in an updo with curls cascading down. Nashon looked ravishing in his black, silk collared, perfectly tailored tux. The crowd stared in admiration as they arrived. They were always one of, if not the best looking couple at gatherings.

The band played remarkably. People danced and waltzed showing off their skills on the dance floor. Tiffany introduced Nashon to a few guys who worked at her firm. They encouraged Nashon to have a drink with them in the parlor, while Tiffany mingled with the other guest. Shaun it's great to finally meet you. Jeff said, while sitting across from him on the red velvet couch. You know at the firm you are like our hero. It takes pretty big balls to approach a woman like Tiffany. She is the most sought after female in our society pretty much. That's right Shaun,
William chimed in. You would need a hell of a lot of confidence to try to gain her liking and not to mention the liking of Mr. Winters. Nashon listened attentively as he took a sip of his Bourbon. Mr. Winters only wants the very best for his daughter. You are lucky to get accepted into that family. That would be an incredibly daunting task for most.

Nashon wasn't sure how to respond. He never really viewed his relationship as a challenging conquest. It just evolved organically. It was interesting to know how other man viewed her, but it made him feel a slight bit bothered to know that other men discuss his woman and their relationship. Nashon changed the subject. So, Jeff what do you do at the firm? I'm the in house Corporate Attorney and William here is the Chief Financial Officer. Very nice. You gentleman are very accomplished. Hard work and commitment, very hard work. What university did you say you attended Shaun? Nashon stood up. I'll be back guys, let my check on my lady.

That night Nashon couldn't wait to get home and undress his gorgeous princess. Nashon marveled at her beauty as he removed her layers. He kissed her gently from head to toe. Tiffany laid motionless as Nashon slowly and gently glided his penis between her legs making sure he only allowed half of it to enter. Tiffany didn't seem that aroused.
Nashon closed his eyes and unintentionally imagined Serenity gliding up and down his shaft. He got carried away with his thoughts and started pumping harder. Stop! What are you doing Nashon? Tiffany snapped as she pushed him off. I'm sorry I got carried away. I'll take it easy. Well make it quick, I'm tired. Tiffany said rolling her eyes.

A few weeks went cross and he decided to reach out to check on Serenity. Have you found a place yet Serenity? No answer. He waited a couple of hours then called. Still no answer.

Nashon figured he'll take a drive to her house. He knocked on her door. Her mom answered looking a hot mess, with her hair all over her head and a stretched out nightgown, barely covering her bra. Who the fuck are you, she barked? I'm Serenity's friend. Is she home? Serenity's friend hmm she scoffed. Serenity get ya ass in here. Serenity came to the door. Nashon? She said coming out and closing the door behind her. What are you doing here? You won't answer my calls, I wanted to check on you. I'm fine Nashon. Serenity can we talk, what's going on?
Serenity went into the house and put on her slippers. Ya, I guess. She walked with him to the car and got in. I'm sorry about the other night I didn't mean to make you feel that way. It's fine Nashon, I'm over it. Well, how things going with your mom, did you find a place? I'm not looking. I would just have to deal with things the way they are. Serenity I want to help really. Nashon I don't need your help. Nashon started driving. Where are we going? Nashon drove up to the old drive through theater and parked on the side of the abandoned restaurant. Serenity I don't want you to feel like you can't accept my help. You have been there for me more than you know. Look at me Serenity. I care about you. Let me take care of you.

Serenity felt a surge of emotions when she heard those words. No one had ever said they wanted to take care of her. Tears came streaming down her face. Nashon held her chin up and looked into her eyes. He hated to see her cry. Without thinking, He placed his lips on hers. They kissed passionately. He was turned on and so was she. She put her hand down his pants and rubbed his bulging penis back and forth. He put his hands in hers and he felt her wetness.

Nashon got out of the car and opened her door and carried her to the back seat of the car. He laid her down. He lifted her shirt up and sucked on her erect nipples. He slowly pulled down her pajama pants. He climbed on top of her and inserted his penis in her slippery wet vagina. He proceeded to fuck her hard and deep. He had almost forgotten how good she felt. He continued to give her long hard deep penetration as she moaned with pleasure. She was moving her body with the motion of his. He gripped her ass as he stroked deep and fast. He climbed up further and put her legs on his shoulders. She was still keeping up with his motion. As he stroked continuously with fast hard powerful thrust, he told himself he would have this pussy all the time. He gave a few more hard pumps and released letting out a loud growl. Fuck this is some good pussy, he thought.

Nashon pulled up his pants and sat beside her in the back seat. He pulled her closer to him. You're going to let me take care of you? She laid her head on his shoulder and whispered "Yes".

As the weeks went on Nashon started seeing Serenity every night Tiffany didn't come over. They would often drive to a secluded spot eat, talk and fuck. Nashon's personal and work life felt pretty good. Nashon would share with Serenity the struggles of having to act the part every day to fit in at work. He told her it's hard being someone he's not just to be accepted. Serenity encouraged Nashon to spend more time with his family. She would say you only have one family you need to appreciate them while they are still around. Serenity was right.

Serenity started looking for a place and had a few options she liked in the area. Nashon often gave her a few hundred dollars to go shopping and get her hair and her nails done. Nashon made sure Serenity went on birth control and paid for her to get a good health care plan.

After a few months, Serenity was situated in a nice little two-bedroom apartment with her brother. It had two medium sized bedrooms one bath and a kitchen. Nashon started to go to family dinners the night's Tiffany didn't come over and went to Serenity's for "Dessert". It wasn't always sex with Serenity though. Sometimes, Nashon would just chill, watch a movie or play video games with Serenity's little brother Kyle. He was happy the way his life was going, he felt complete again. He would even take Serenity to Mel's bar at times and they would all sit off, joke and drink together. Of course, Nashon told Mel they were only friends and nothing more.

Serenity figured Nashon had other women and she knew that he didn't see her as anything more than a friend with benefits. Whenever she tried to convince herself that she shouldn't continue with the situation she would talk to her best friend Shanika who she called Shani for short. Shani always kept it real. She said Serenity was crazy to not want to be in that situation. She would say; you know how many girls would love a man to take care of them like that. Serenity felt Shani was right. He did take good care of her and he was fine as hell. Asking for anything more was just greedy.

Shani and Serenity had been friends all their lives. Shani stayed next door to Serenity when they were younger. When Shani's mother got hooked on crack really bad; Shani and her brothers moved to their granny's house a few blocks away. Shani was real hood. She had two older brothers that were both in a gang. She made money by doing hair and would hook Serenity up from time to time. She spent most of her money on weed and getting her nails done. She always had Serenity's back and always kept it real with her. She knew that being from the hood was no fairy tale and if you find any chance at happiness you better snatch it fast.