A lover's Fate!

Chapter 0019

Chapter 19

Corie POV
It just been one of those days, like I'm on edge and very emotional. My eyes were glued to the TV watching the news. The world we are living in is just becoming a bit much. Its bad enough we are dealing with this pandemic but now these killings of people, BLACK people it's just a lot.

Clicking the TV off I decided to get out the house for a walk or just air. Jogging up the stairs I changed into my NIKE sports bra and leggings and put my sneakers on. Grabbing my air pods, keys, and water I headed out the door. Putting my "Bad Bih" playlist on shuffle I started to jog. About 10 mins in I slowed up for a quick break, that's when a small grey pit pull ran up to my feet. He was the cutest little doggy I had ever seen.

Bending down to pick him up, I heard someone say

"My bad shawty, he just be running wild". Looking up I saw this handsome man with a killer smile.  Snapping out of it I handed him his dog back and told him it was no problem and enjoy his day. I had to get out of there because I have a man and didn't need any confusion. One hour later I was back at the house and feeling much better, washing my hands and raiding the fridge I realized it was hella empty!

"Damn man I guess I better go grocery shopping" Sighing I grabbed my fanny pack, debit card and cash and was back out the door.

*30 Minutes later*
I pulled up to Trader Joes and got real lucky with a park in the front. It's the little wins that I appreciate!

Grabbing my stuff and my mask I headed for the door.
Not really looking for much in particular I browsed every isle. I was on the sauce isle trying to get my sauce for my spaghetti and couldn't reach it, getting real frustrated I felt someone tower over me and grab the jar with ease.

"Dang I mean who puts spaghetti sauce way up there , sheesh us short people matter " hearing a chuckle from behind me I laughed a little too from my outburst.
The stranger handed me the jar , without looking up I said thank you and tried to walk away but that would have been  way too easyright...

Stranger: So this the second time today I run into you and you not even gonna tell me your name?

Corie: Um yea no my name is unavailable and taken ... sorry :/

Stranger: So I didn't ask for your hand in marriage ma...just a name to place with a face since we keeping bumping into each other....

Corie: I tell you what if we just happen to bump into each other a third time then I will , besides you starting to come off a little stalkerish soooo yea Ima head out... thanks for grabbing that for me

Stranger: Yea iight then ma, I'm sure I'll be seeing you sooner than later *wink*

Walking away I was so taken back because men just do not care. Now I'm sure he prolly thought I was making up the whole taken thing but I'm not and yea he is a bit much. I think it's time to go!

Checking out I headed to the car placed my junk in there and made my way to Chex Grill my fave wing place. I got there in no time and decided that I would eat there because I was too hungry to even wait to get home. Placing my order 6 pc garlic parmesan wings with fries. I grabbed a seat and scrolled on social media as I waited. I heard a loud group enter the door but I gave it no mind. The guy finally brought my food over and girlllll you would of thought it was the last supper or something because I promised I inhaled those wings lol (true fatty moment). As I was eating and minding my business I heard a chair slide up and someone say "name please" Instantly freezing in my seat I slowly looked up and immediately put on the wtf face!

Corie: Wowwwwww you really are a stalker tho....

Stranger: Na never that! Looks like we just had the same places in mind today beautiful! So I'll start my name is Jay and you are?

No longer interested in finishing my food I wrapped my food up wiping my mouth and grabbed my shit...TO GO!
Walking to the door I turned around and loudly called out "My name is Corie....."

Austin POV
I would say everything was going good but I'd be lying! My business is still surviving but mentally Im on edge! I love everyone and I'm such a people person so I can't understand how the world doesn't love us back. I hate that when I walk out my door I have to constantly look over my shoulder or make sure that I'm not doing anything to cause attention to me because I just don't know if Ima make it home . This was too much for me I need to go see my mama!
Grabbing my car keys I hop in and headed to mommy house.
Using my key to unlock the front door, I smelled food cooking. My stomach got a whiff too because it started rumbling for real!
Austin: Mommmyyyyyyyyy where is my queen?

Mom: In here baby, in the kitchen

Walking into the kitchen I see my mom and all that edge and anxiety I was feeling went away!
Being the big kid I am I ran to her and pick her up and placed kisses all over her face.

Mom: Boy if you don't get on somewhere and put me down! Now I got to go wash my face again! Only heaven knows where those lips have been!

Austin: Mama you have no idea ...these lips are magical! Oooowee guh, Im tryna tell ya!

I ducked just in enough time to dodge the wooden spoon being launched my way.

Mom: Sit down and let me fix you a plate before I tear your behind up.

Austin: Yes mam!

She brought over fried chicken, mac and cheese, string beans, and corn bread and I swear its times like this that I really feel at my best. It's nothing like a home cooked meal by my mommy queen (don't judge me).

Mom: So what's wrong with mama's baby?

Sighing and gather my thoughts before replying
"Mama whats happening around me? Im on edge, and Im honestly scared that Ima die, not peacefully or after living the life God intended for me.  But by the hands of a person whose heart is filled with hatred because of how I look. Mama you've taught us to love everyone for who they are and not how they look... but why can't I get the same?? Why am I such a threat...? Why are WE such a threat? We are beautiful people some of the smartest brightest loving people to ever grace this earth... and yet we are treated like trash. I'm just not myself these days and I pray harder than I ever had for my people, but every year it's the same thing enough is enough damn it!"

I didn't even realize the tears that had escape my eyes. I didn't realize the pain I was holding in and honestly being able to get my feelings out made me lighter. I looked up to my ma to see her crying as well.

Mom: Baby I don't have the answers, all I know is God is good and he will never leave us nor forsake us. My baby you will be ok and you are covered. Just don't forget who YOU are and WHOSE you are baby! Come here son.

Getting up I embraced my mother and cried like I've never have. All I know is that a change has to happen now!

After about 10 minutes I calmed down and finished my food and was now ready for a nap... that good ole itis setting in. Looking at my watch it was now 6pm. Damn let me head home.

Austin: Mama thank you so much Queen for listening and feeding me ...next time it's on me love!

Mom: Boy hush as long as I'm living you know where home is no matter how grown you think you are. I love you my baby be safe and call me later boo.

We hugged and I jogged to the car and headed home.

Authors Note

Hey y'all long time no read! Its been a lot for everyone stay safe be blessed and stay tuned!

Yanna