Independent
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  • Reads 4,438
  • Votes 101
  • Parts 10
  • Time 31m
Ongoing, First published Dec 15, 2013
Mature
Mariee Michelle Harrington was 18 trying to get through high school in the crazy hood they call Compton. Her momma being the local hoe and drug fiend, she worked hard to try and get through school so she can support her and her 2 year old sister. 
     Everything was going better than it has in a while, but when her momma goes missing and things get harder she bumps into this cute guy, they hit it off, but shes  not looking for a relationship. 
      But, when she loses the small apartment her only option is to ask him for help.
    

     Orlando was used to bitches throwing pussy at him,being one of the biggest drug kings on Compton,he was living life. 21 with no kids and nothing to commit to he was on top of the world. When he meets Mariee he feels a connection with her. But, he doesn't want to drag her through his drama. 
     But everybody has baggage, some heavier then ever. Mariee and Orlando's friendship is put to the test, especially when someone starts growing feelings.
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