Nashon didn't tell Serenity about his conversation with Tiffany. He just said they were over for good. Nashon knew he had to work extra hard if he was going to make partner without the Winters backing him. He doubled his sales that week. Work seemed pretty easy especially knowing he was going home to Serenity every day. The first few weeks went smooth living with Serenity. She cooked meals with meat. They had fun and good conversations but as the weeks went on, he was noticing little things that kind of bothered him. Like finding hair on the floor and in the bathroom sink and dirty dishes left in the sink all day, not packing her shoes away or making the bed up. Nashon was used to Tiffany's cleanly ways and everything being in its place. Even rings on the coffee table from where she placed her cup bothered him. Even though the maid came twice a week he was used to his apartment being clean at all times.
At Times he'll come home and wonder what Serenity was doing all day. She would be laying up on the couch in her sweats or pajamas with her bonnet on watching tv. She tried to tidy up a little but not to Nashon's standards. He had never seen Tiffany in sweats she was always classy even when she was lounging around the house. She would usually have on a sexy silk robe or a silk nighty with a split up the side and her hair always looked like she was fresh out of the salon.
Word was getting around that Tiffany and Shaun had split. Especially after some sleazy tabloid magazine posted a story titled trouble in paradise when they noticed Tiffany attending events alone. It was only a matter of time before people knew for sure.
The election for partner was approaching, Nashon's numbers were the highest the firm had ever seen since they had opened 30 years prior. Tom had requested to meet with Nashon. He figured it was to discuss his numbers.
Good day Tom. Hi Shaun have a seat. I've been hearing rumors that you and Miss Winters are going through a bit of a rough patch. Usually, this type of thing won't be any of my concern, but in this case, it is.
You see Shaun, John and I go way back. Tiffany is like a daughter to me and I watched her grow up from a baby. Matter of fact if it wasn't for John this firm wouldn't exist. What I'm trying to say Shaun, whatever is going on between you and Miss Winters you need to fix it and fix it fast. The election for partner is right around the corner and you are our top choice. I like you Shaun and I want to see you succeed but you have to make the right decisions. If I'm not making myself crystal clear Shaun. You were only hired as a favor to my good friend John and I don't know if he would be too happy if you broke his little girl's heart. So, don't let that happen. Am I making myself clear here Shaun. Yes, Tom. It's Mr. Hall.
Nashon couldn't believe what he was hearing all the hard work he put in for this company and they were ready to discard him just like that. He could risk losing everything he worked so hard for. Nashon started to question what he had done breaking up with Tiffany. What was he thinking? She was right she made him, and she could break him.
Nashon's head was tight he couldn't wait to get home and release some stress in Serenity's sweet pussy. He hoped that she would be naked when he walked in the door and greet him by wrapping her magical mouth around his dick. Nashon rushed home. He keyed in the code anticipating the hard strokes he was going to Penetrate Serenity's vagina with. He opened the door to find Serenity on the couch with Shani. There were weave tracks everywhere, on the arm of the couch, on the table. The house was filled with the smell of weed and in disarray. There was an open pizza box, wine glasses and bottles scattered around the kitchen and living room. Music was pumping. The fucks going on! Nashon shouted. Hi, baby, this is my best friend Shani I've been telling you about. Your smoking in my house? Babes, she's just doing my hair. Get the fuck out! Rude! Shani remarked. Babes she caught the bus here. I don't give a fuck! Get the fuck out! Serenity when I get back this place better be cleaned up and she better be gone.
Nashon slammed the door behind him. He went to Mel's bar.
Mel, I fucked up big time. I'm so fucking stupid. I fucked up everything thinking with my dick. He told Mel the whole story from beginning to end. Look bro, I don't even know what to tell you that's a pretty fucked up situation. Mel said, with a concerned look on his face. What ya gonna do blood? Fuck Mel, I don't know I'm not willing to lose everything. I might just have to go back and beg for Tiffany's forgiveness. I'll just tell her I got cold feet. You're sure that's what you want to do? Look Mel, I worked way too hard to throw it all away. Serenity's cool and all, but I can't give everything up, not just for some pussy. I don't know bro, the way you guys seemed to get along it seemed like she was more than just pussy. I wasn't going to say nothing but seeing you guys together was the happiest I've seen you in a long time. I don't know man, I don't know.
Nashon went back home. Serenity had the house back in order and Shani was gone. She was sitting on the couch with her suitcase next to her. Look Serenity I'm sorry I had a really stressful day at work, and I should have never taken it out on you and Shani. Look Nashon I think it's time for me to go back home. Serenity please I need you right now don't leave me. I'm so sorry. Serenity saw the pain in Nashon's eyes she knew he needed her. She stood up and started undressing him as if she was removing the stress from the day. She slowly pulled off his shirt then his pants. She slipped all her clothes off then eased down on her knees. Nashon lifted his head back as she sent shocks of pleasure through his whole body. He led her to the couch and bent her over. He started giving her long strokes side from behind while holding up one of her legs. He was so into it he didn't hear the key code being entered.
The door flung open and Tiffany stood there in shock. Tiffany! What the fuck are you doing! She screamed. Nashon quickly stood up and faced her with his dick still erect. What the fuck is this Shaun! Serenity curled up on the couch trying to hide her parts. You're fucking some dirty hood rat on my couch! Tiffany charged at him scratching his face and kicked him hard in his balls with her heels. Nashon wallowed over in pain. Have you lost your mind you have this filthy bitch in my apartment! I paid for this shit! I got you that job! Tiffany picked up the vase from the table and threw it at the dining table and it shattered loudly. This is how you repay me! You ungrateful piece of shit! She looked at Serenity and went charging toward her swinging relentlessly. Nashon was in too much pain to even stand up. He finally gained his footing and pulled her off and held her hands while pulling her towards the door. I will kill you she screamed as she kicked and bit. You piece of shit! You are scum! Nashon finally managed to get her out and bolt locked the door. Tiffany banged and cursed for a whole half hour straight before security finally managed to get her in the elevator.
Serenity stayed curled up crying on the couch. Nashon laid on the ground curled over in pain holding his balls.
The apartment was totaled, glass was everywhere. Nashon wrapped some ice in a napkin and gave it to Serenity for her swollen eye and lip. He then got some to place on his balls. They sat there in silence until they fell asleep.
The next day Nashon woke up feeling like he had woken from a bad dream, but the nightmare was real. Serenity had gone to the bed in the middle of the night and left Nashon on the couch. Nashon got up and looked in the bathroom mirror. He had 3 long scratches on the side of his face that revealed his white flesh. He looked like he had been attacked by a tiger. He couldn't go to work like that. He called the office after 9 to tell Lisa he won't be in. Mr. Wallace is everything alright. Mr. Winters came storming in here looking for you and he didn't look happy. He's meeting with the board as we speak. Nashon stayed in silence and then hung up the phone. It was over. Everything he worked for. It was gone. Nashon laid next to Serenity and stared at the ceiling. He would have nothing left. Everything would be taken away. Serenity slept the whole day. She didn't want to be bothered.
Nashon took a walk to the nearby park and called his Aunty. He decided to tell her the whole story from beginning to end. He said he didn't know what was going to happen. Look baby everything will be alright just leave it to God. Look why don't you and Serenity come down this Sunday. I'll put on the barbeque and you haven't even met your new baby cousin. Nashon was thankful his Aunty invited him back to the house. He missed his family and he wanted to see the baby Tisha had a month before.
Serenity went back home to check on her brother. She agreed to go to Aunties with Nashon on the Sunday. Nashon did a lot of praying that week. He begged God to allow him to keep his job. He needed that time alone to reconnect spiritually.
Serenity moved her stuff from Shani's and back into the apartment. Shani couldn't understand why Serenity kept putting up with him. She thought he was a complete asshole.
Nashon asked Serenity to help him pick some stuff out for the baby. They went shopping in the city. How have you been Nashon? You seem really relaxed. Well, I've been doing a lot of praying and I'm trusting that God spares my job. What's so important about that job anyway? What? Serenity without this job I lose everything. My apartment, your apartment, my car. I'll be in debt. Don't you have savings? I spent most of it on that stupid ring. And what's left would be gone in four months just to pay the rent. Nashon I don't need these material things. I'll be finishing nursing school soon and we still have the rest of the year in my apartment. We could just stay there until you get back on your feet. You don't understand Serenity, I worked hard to get where I am. Well, get another job Nashon. No one's hiring no boy from the hood! Nashon shouted. Serenity stayed quiet she knew it was more to the story, but she really didn't want to make him get into too much detail. I don't know Nashon I'll just continue praying for you.
Nashon knew that he had experience and Apen would look good on his resume, he even had a few designations but he knew it would be impossible to get a job at another corporation of that caliber, without someone of high stature backing him. He wasn't even qualified to work in the mailroom at Apen. Like Tiffany said it's not what you know but who you know. All the people in his firm had Ivy League education and grew up with a silver spoon. He was the only black boy from the hood to ever make it that far, even to think he was actually being considered for partner was unheard off. He knew without that job he was finished.
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The Ladder
RomanceA sexy, seductive novel about an ambitious young man from the hood, who faces obstacles when trying to balance his new life in a high powered corporate world with the life he left behind. Nashon is an ambitious young man, who faces obstacles after m...
