My Brother's Wife 2: What The Heart Wants

by Mona

  “The only place I want to be when the ball drops is inside of you,” he expressed in a seductive tone. Smiling, she glanced at her watch and noticed it was approximately ten minutes until midnight. She then turned her attention back to him.

  “You want to know how I really feel about you?”

  “Like a mothafucker,” He replied sarcastically.

  Taking a step back, she slowly unfastened her bra revealing perky, bronze toned breast. She then removed her thong and moved closer to Desmond. She suddenly began to sing to him in French, causing Desmond’s manhood to stand at full attention. “Sepa pou dat, ma pe chante pou ou, se pa pou dat, ma pe reve de ou,” She sang from her heart as he reached over and used his fingers to toy with her nipples.

  “Fuck, that shit is sexy,” Desmond expressed. “What does that mean?” He whispered.

  “Google it,” she whispered back and smiled. “Google it, then come back and tell me what it means. Then I’ll know your love is true,” she whispered once again. Desmond smiled and licked his lips as he watched her lie down on the bed, flat on her back. Spreading her legs apart, she signaled him to join her on the bed with her index finger. “It’s almost midnight. Didn’t you say you wanted to be inside of me when the ball drops?” She asked seductively. Pulling down his boxers, he stepped out of them and made his way over to the bed. Positioning himself in between her legs, he rubbed the tip of his penis against her clitoris. “Your test was negative, right?” she asked him referring to the HIV test they all took months ago, once they heard of Ava’s news.

  “Fine time to be asking, but yes,” he replied.

  Smiling, she reached up and kissed his lips. Breaking the kiss, he whispered in her ear as he slowly entered her. “Count down, baby,” he told her.

  “Five,” she began to count. “Oh damn, Desmond,” she moaned as he pushed his way into her tunnel, inch by inch. “Four, three, two… Oh God! Desmond!” She screamed between counting as his eleven inches filled her up. Arching her back, she struggled to adjust to his size. He was humongous.

  “You gotta get use to this dick, Angie. From now on, it’s all yours baby. Claim this shit, Angie, own this shit, baby.” He penetrated her wetness and had her body on fire. Angeline never knew such pleasure before.

  “One. Aaarrgh!” She screamed once more as he was fully inside of her and working her soaked love box like it’s never been worked before.

  “Happy New Year, baby,” he whispered in her ear as he stroked her deeper and deeper.

  “Oh God! Happy New Year to you too, baby!” She screamed as he stroked and stroked and stroked her kitty until the sun came up.

  Chapter Twenty- One

  One Week Later:

  Morning of the Player’s Ball Banquet

  (Short Hills Mall)

  “Malachi James?” Turning away from the cashier who was in the middle of processing his order, Malachi turned towards a familiar face.

  “Miss Jenkins?”

  “Oh lord, outside of those prison walls, when you call me that, I feel as if I’m like a hundred years old,” she laughed. “Please, call me Sherry,” she suggested as she continued to smile.

  Malachi smiled as well. “Sure thing,” he said. “How have you been? I never expected to see you around this part of town,” Malachi added.

  “Oh, I’m originally from around here. I was born and raised right here in Short Hills.”

  “Really?” Malachi questioned with a chuckle. “I don’t know why I’m surprised. You actually fit the whole persona of this area and this town.”

  “Uuuh, I’m not sure if I should take that as a compliment or what?” Sherry said.

  “Well, come on now, let me be honest, you possess the whole image of a woman who was possibly raised in a higher class. In other words, where I’m from, you would be labeled as bourgie,” Malachi admitted causing Sherry to laugh.

  “Okay, okay. I do appreciate your honesty,” Sherry said to him as she smiled at him.

  “But then again, that’s where people go wrong,” Malachi said suddenly.

  “What do you mean?” Sherry questioned with a rather confused expression.

  “Well, you possess the whole sophisticated, high profile image. Looking at you, you look like you were raised and exposed to nothing but the finer things in life. You look like you never even stepped foot in the hood. Now, in your case that may actually be true, but looking at you, it’s easy to make that assumption. I know a woman who fits that same image and persona. From head to toe she screams nothing but sophistication and class. From the way she speaks down to the way she carries herself. She’s extremely educated and she’s sophisticated to perfection. Looking at her, one would assume she was raised around here as well, with a silver spoon in her mouth. But that was farthest from the truth.”

  “Wow, sounds like you know this woman personally,” Sherry pointed out.

  “I actually know her very well. But enough about that. I’m sorry, I went on and on. The point I guess I was trying to make is never judge a book by its cover.”

  “No, it’s okay. I actually always enjoy hearing you speak. Counseling you was always quite refreshing compared to the other inmates,” Sherry complimented. Malachi smiled as he gave her the once over.

  Sherry Jenkins possessed the type of beauty that would definitely stop traffic. Standing at 5 feet 5 inches she was a sight to behold with her mocha colored skin complexion, light brown eyes, full lips and a short Halle Berry type haircut, which fit her beautiful face to perfection. Completing her look was the mouthwatering physique she possessed, which Malachi couldn’t help but notice for the very first time. She had nice size breast, round hips and ass for days. Back when he was incarcerated, he opted to keep it professional at all cost each time he met with her. He noticed her beauty since day one, but after the incident with the Corrections Officer, over at Bordentown, he exercised restraint to the fullest.

  “So, what are you doing around here?” she asked Malachi as he turned his attention to the cashier to complete his order.

  “I actually came to purchase a few items I need to attend a function tonight and this mall came highly recommended. Although I grew up in Jersey, I never made it to this part of town when I was growing up. And then I caught my charge at the age of fifteen and well… you know the rest,” he concluded.

  She smiled while she studied him. He was still fine and sexy as ever and she couldn’t keep her eyes off of him. “What function is that? If you don’t mind me asking,” Sherry inquired.

  “The annual Player’s Ball Banquet sponsored by Aeikan Sports and Marketing,” Malachi responded.

  “Oh, isn’t that the company owned by Andre Aeikan?”

  “Yes, it is,” he replied.

  “Oh okay, so I take it everything went well between you two upon your release seven months ago?” She asked him. She was without a doubt quite curious to know how things unfolded between him and Andre regarding Arianna, but she didn’t want to pry or appear rather nosy.

  “Everything was okay for a brief moment but then things took a turn for the worse,” he admitted. After months in therapy, he found it easy nowadays to admit his wrong doings and his faults. Although his feelings for Arianna still were quite evident and strong, a part of him missed the brotherhood he shared with Andre.

  “Really?” Sherry questioned.

  “Yes and it’s a long story,” he gave her a knowing look. Judging by the expression on his face, she was pretty muc able to guess what occurred between he, Andre and Arianna based on the details of their history she was aware of.

  “Wow. Okay, well, out of curiosity. Have you sought any professional help since you’ve been released?” Sherry asked him.

  “Yes, I have, and it’s actually been quite helpful,” Malachi admitted.

  “Oh okay, well, I’m glad. Listen, I have to get going but it was great seeing you again, Malachi,” Sherry stated.

  “It was great seeing you too,” he said to her with a smile. As he watched her walk away, a
sudden thought came to him. “Excuse me, Sherry?” He called out to her.

  “Yes,” she made her way back to him.

  “I was wondering two things,” he said with another one of his killer smiles, which was making it hard for Sherry to concentrate on much of anything he said.

  “What two things are those?”

  “For one, I was wondering if you had a man and two if you would accompany me to the Banquet tonight?” He looked down at her.

  Sherry exhaled as it took her only two point five seconds to give him her response. “No and Yes. I would love to.” She stared at his handsome face. She had a feeling Malachi James was going to be that forbidden fruit she should stay away from, but like all forbidden fruit, you just can’t help but to take a bite any damn way.

  Player’s Ball Banquet

  (New York City)

  “Ladies and gentlemen, please stand as we introduce Mr. and Mrs. Andre Aeikan, along with their guests for the night who also made huge contributions and donations to the countless foundations and local little leagues around the area. The purpose of the Annual Player’s Ball Banquet, is to recognize all players in the NBA who made a difference in the community they are from by making it possible for our children to live out their dreams. Every year, huge donations are made to local baseball, basketball and football little leagues for children age five and up. We would like to give special thanks to Andre Aeikan and Desmond Aeikan for producing the idea for the Annual Player’s Ball and for their huge donations as well as funding this yearly event. So, let’s start off by introducing the man himself; Mr. Andre Aeikan and his lovely wife, Mrs. Arianna Aeikan,” the announcer briefly stated and made the introduction as Andre and Arianna entered the lavish and beautiful decorated ball room hand in hand.

  Everyone clapped their hands and cheered as they made their way through the room, while they were ushered by the host to their awaited seat at the head of the table. Arianna was breathtaking in a red, elegant evening maternity gown which enhanced her beauty and pregnancy glow. Andre, himself was undeniably handsome in a black tuxedo with a red bowtie and cumber bun which coordinated with Arianna’s red dress.

  “Everyone please remain standing for a moment while I introduce Mr. and Mrs. Aeikan’s guests for the evening. Let’s first introduce former NBA star, Mr. Desmond Aeikan and his lovely date, Miss Angeline St. Jean. Let me also introduce Miss Ava Aeikan and her date, The Knicks very own Ezekiel Sanders. Next, let me introduce Miss Rolonda James and her date, former NFL all-star, Mr. Ian Waters. Next, let me introduce one of the best attorney’s around, Mr. Edward Cirelli and his lovely date, Miss Imani Lachelle and last but not least, let me introduce Mr. Malachi James and his very lovely date Miss Sherry Jenkins. Let’s give them all a round of applause. Every one can now greet and mingle. Appetizers and champagne are currently being served.” The announcer stepped down from the podium and every one stood from their seats and began to socialize and network.

  “Angie, you did a wonderful job. Everything looks great,” Arianna beamed.

  “Thank you. Thanks again for hiring me, Dre,” Angeline said with a smile.

  “Why do you keep thanking him? He didn’t have much choice,” Arianna joked and they all laughed.

  “Hell no, he didn’t. His ass would’ve had problems if he didn’t hire my baby and the best caterer around this mothafucker,” Desmond gloated as he wrapped his arm around her shoulders. Angeline smiled as he reached down and slowly kissed her lips.

  “Nigga, you weren’t talking that talk three months ago when her indecisive ass didn’t know what she wanted to do with your ass,” Andre joked as both he and Desmond laughed.

  “Oh, be quiet, Dre. Well, I’m so glad you two finally got it together. Praise the lawwd,” Arianna joked.

  “Yes, finally. You two were working my nerves for real,” Ava agreed.

  “Girl, I know you’re not talking,” Angeline expressed as Ava rolled her eyes.

  “Yeah, I was finally able to get through her stubborn self and of course tame her. She know how to act right nowadays,” Ezekiel included with a smirk.

  “Excuse you?” Ava questioned with a roll of her neck.

  “C’mon now don’t show off in front of people,” he joked again.

  As everyone continued laughing, Malachi approached their end of the table along with Sherry on his arm. “What’s up Des, Angie, Ava,” he greeted as he shook hands with Desmond and kissed the ladies on their cheeks. Ava introduced him to Ezekiel as Edward approached the table with Imani and did the same. Once everyone exchanged pleasantries, Malachi made eye contact with both Andre and Arianna. Unsure if he was doing a good job at masking his surprise or not, but to say that he was shocked upon seeing a pregnant Arianna was truly an understatement. Although he’d seen her a few times within the past few months, he was completely oblivious to the fact she gained weight or was even pregnant, period. The few times she did meet with him, she was always conveniently bundled up.

  As Malachi stood, admiring her pregnant glow, Andre watched him. Needless to say, Malachi was projecting the exact reaction Andre expected. As he realized his gaze on Arianna was much too long, he peeled his eyes away. For a brief moment, Malachi realized he may have been out of line, staring at his brother’s wife. But as much effort he had been putting in to fight his love and desire for her, he just wasn’t able to help how he felt. Besides the fact Arianna made it perfectly clear to him on more than one occasion that Andre was who she wanted to be with, his feelings for her hadn’t changed and the fact she had gone out of her way to be there for him whenever he called her, only made his feelings for her increase even more.

  “What’s going on, Dre?” Malachi extended his hand to Andre in an attempt to ease the tension. He wasn’t surprised at Andre’s refusal to shake his hand. Andre simply grabbed his glass of champagne and took a sip while staring at Malachi with cold eyes. Arianna quickly spoke to ease the tension.

  “Hello, I’m Arianna Aeikan, and you are?” She greeted Sherry in an attempt to avoid another confrontation between Malachi and Andre.

  “My name is Sherry Jenkins. It’s very nice to meet you. You are really glowing and you look quite lovely. How many months are you?” Sherry asked Arianna.

  “I’m actually five months, and thank you.”

  “Do you by any chance know what you’re having?” Sherry asked once again.

  “We just recently found out that we are having a girl,” Arianna said proudly.

  “Oh wow, that’s great. Well, congratulations to the both of you,” Sherry added.

  Andre smirked as he noticed the look on Malachi’s face. Turning his attention to Sherry, he suddenly recognized her. He had been racking his brain trying to figure out why she appeared so familiar.

  “Sherry Jenkins? Aren’t you the counselor over at Trenton Facility?” Andre asked her. “I do believe you and I spoke a few times in reference to this nigga,” he added causing Arianna to look in his direction.

  “Dre, baby, please don’t do this here,” Arianna pleaded with him as she touched his arm. “Remember what we agreed on; that we were leaving the past behind us, remember?”

  “You’re right, baby. Sorry about that,” Andre reached over and slowly kissed her lips. Looking towards Malachi, he smirked once more as she stood to his feet pulling Arianna to her feet as well. Malachi was able get a full view of her stomach and how beautiful she looked. As he watched her and Andre walk away from the table, Sherry then touched his arm, snapping him back to reality. For a moment, he actually believed that Arianna was having his baby instead of Andre’s.

  “You two fools just can’t be in the same room together, can you?” Desmond questioned as he and Angeline stood from the table.

  “Man I’m cool. We’re here to have fun, so let’s have some fun,” he insisted as he grabbed a hold of Sherry’s hand. “Let’s go to the bar, I need a drink.”

  They all agreed a drink or two was very much needed as they made their way to the bar. With the exception of Rol
onda, everyone appeared to enjoy themselves. Everyone became too consumed with alcohol and enjoying themselves to notice Rolonda was distant all night, nor did they notice the tension between her and Ian. Andre and Malachi stayed clear of each other for the rest of the night as well as Ian. Although he made several attempts to approach both Andre and Malachi, they showed very little interest, leading Ian to pretty much keep to himself.

  Ava and Ezekiel were unable to keep their hands off of each other, although they haven’t made love yet. Of course there had been plenty of foreplay within the past week, however, Ava preferred to wait for actual intercourse and Ezekiel didn’t mind waiting because as quiet as it was kept, Ava already had him gone. Yes, he was already sprung off the kitty without even hitting it yet.

  Desmond and Angeline, on the other hand, were total opposites. Since New Year’s Eve, Fourth of July and fireworks had nothing on them. No bed, bedroom, couch, car or kitchen table was safe when they were present. They went at it in every way, and like Janet Jackson sang; Anywhere, Anytime. It was as if they were trying to make up for all the time they spent bullshitting, not expressing their true feelings for each other.

  Edward and Imani spent the night on the dance floor dancing the night away, but something had been bothering Edward for some quite time now. Sejine, Imani’s best friend occasionally had her moment of slip ups where she would call Imani ‘Sticky’. Each time Edward questioned Imani about the name she grew agitated and would briefly shut down. He tried not to think too much of it but something just didn’t feel right.

  Andre and Arianna were on cloud nine. As the night wore down, so did Arianna’s feet which grew swollen from the constant dancing. As they made their way to their limo, Andre felt the sudden urge to stop and kiss her. The kiss was slow and passionate. Once they pulled apart, her eyes locked with Malachi’s. Andre’s back was turned so he failed to notice. Malachi was leaned against the wall of the banquet lobby. It was safe to say he was drunk, which was actually an understatement. Arianna noticed Sherry was with him. At first glance, one would assume she was pleasuring him, where her head was low towards his abdomen, when in fact, she was actually searching for his car keys inside his tuxedo pockets, which she failed to locate. Before Arianna steered her eyes away, she gave him a faint smile and she and Andre continued to the exit.