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  ParkCrest View

  The

  Love Chronicles

  Volume 2

  By Author Candace Mumford

  A.N.C. Media Publishing

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  August 2011

  First Edition

  Parkcrest View

  The Love Chronicles Volume 2

  Welcome to the ParkCrest View Apartments. We welcome all new and potential residents into what we hope will be a tight knit, caring community. Management is always here to help and feel free to knock on the door of a friendly neighbor when in need !

  ParkCrest View Apartments – Where neighbors turn into family and friends.

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  Please spread the word about our upcoming community mix and mingle.

  Jazzlyn walked through the isles of the grocery store picking up a few things when her cell phone rang. Jazzlyn answered “ Hello ?” “ Girl where have you been?” Trevonne asked “I want to see you! Every since you hooked up with that fine ass neighbor of yours I've barely seen you. Come over tonight! Sherica is coming. We're going to cook dinner, have some drinks and stuff. You know a girls night!” Trevonne said excitedly.

  “ OK I'll come. What time and what do you want me to bring?” Jazzlyn asked “ Girl bring some of that bomb ass macaroni and cheese you make!” Trevonne said “ I'm so glad you're coming Jazzlyn. I miss you!” “ I know me too” I said trying my best to control my growing anger at all her fake sincerity. “ But you know how it is when you meet someone new. Tyson and I have been spending a lot of time together getting to know each other and everything. You know how it is.” Jazzlyn said sweetly. “ I know,I know! I'll give you a pass for a hot minute but when you come over tonight I want the scoop on his ass!”Trevonne said. “ OK I got you. See you tonight” Jazzlyn said and hung up.

  Yea I got you. You fake ass bitch! Jazzlyn thought. Since finding out a month ago how Trevonne had betrayed her Jazzlyn had made the decision not to confront her about it......Just yet. Tyson didn't think it was a good decision to keep speaking to her and not approach and handle the situation but we agreed to disagree about the topic. Besides it's not like I've spent much time with anyone but him for the last month anyways. Darien is still calling me periodically claiming he's getting his shit together as if I give a damn. Darien could turn his life around and become the second African-American president and I still would never take his ass back! I can't believe how good Tyson is. I know we're still at the getting to know each other phase but everything is different with him. We talk about real things. Life,family work. Topics that seem basic but but damn it's nice to ask how was your day at work, not when are you going to go back to work! Jazzlyn thought to herself going through the isles.

  Just as she was turning the corner someone caught her eye . Is that Tyson ? Jazzlyn said to herself stepping around to get a better look. Aint this some shit right here! Jazzlyn thought watching Tyson walk down the isles with another woman. A really attractive black woman with a figure to die for and a short cropped cut. They were walking down the isle laughing and joking. Aint this some shit Jazzlyn thought to herself. These assholes are all the same. Jazzlyn thought as she dropped her basket and walked out of the store.

  Darien

  “Now dammit Darien your time is up! We had an agreement that you were going to be here two months when you moved back in here. We're into the fourth month . The gig is up!” Dariens mother Sheila said. “ I know mom things just seem to be taking a little longer with my job search than I thought they would. These jobs out here aint trying to pay a brotha nothing!” Darien said trying his best to look sincere. He knew damn well his mom didn't play! Darien knew his mom as tough as she talked,had a soft spot for both of her boys. So whenever he could, he used his mamas boy act to the fullest! Darien started running other excuses through his head he could tell her to extend his stay. Shit I know I'm complaining about the twin bed but hell, something is better than nothing. I damn sure need somewhere steady to stay and aint no way in hell imma go stay with Trevonne. If I go lay up over there Jazzlyn will never take me back.

  “ OK son. Let me keep it real with you... Like you young folks say. Now you know me an my old man Mr.Johnny been together some years now, since you and your brother Trenton were teenagers. You know I didn't go for having no strange men up around you boys so I kept my personal life separate from you boys. Now that both of you are grown and supposed to be out of the house. It's mamas turn! Mr. Johnny and I are making it official, we're getting married son! So I'm breaking the lease on this place and moving into his house . What I will not being moving into my new home with me and my new husband is a grown ass son who should be out on his damn own anyways!So you have two weeks to make arrangements.”

  My damn face wanted to fall . Not because I didn't like Mr. Johnny. I did. He's always been good to all of us throughout the years. Damn...What the fuck imma do now ? Hell where am I supposed to lay my goddamn head at ? I did mange to jump up and give her a hug. Plastered a smile on my face. Sounded excited for her and all. My mom did deserve some happiness. Our dad wasn't shit. He left my mom a year after I was born to raise two kids all on her own. My mom is a trooper though....Like a lot of black women, and made it work. So she deserves her blessings. The damn blessings are coming at a bad time for me, but I couldn't knock moms hustle. I need to really make some moves now Darien thought to himself.

  Trevonne

  I think everything looks perfect Trevonne thought to herself walking around her apartment. Trevonne spent all afternoon straightening up so that everything looked great for her girls only get together. It's been a damn month since Jazzlyn and I have spent any time together she thought. I guess once you go white it's all right! Trevonne thought to herself laughing. I'm not going to trip on that at all. Jazzlyn spending so much time with this neighbor Tyson works two ways, Trevonne thought. It gives Jazzlyn all the more time to completely get over Darien and into someone new. Which frees me up to spend more time with Darien when he does decide to come over Trevonne thought with a frown. Every since their argument at Club Zooms she would have thought he would have come by more. Especially since Jazzlyn let him know beyond a shadow of a doubt they wouldn't be reconciling. Since he wasn't waiting on Jazzlyn to run back, I thought for sure he'd come around more regardless of the mean things he'd said to me that night. I'm tired of trying to babysit his dick to make sure he's not seeing other women like he said he was. During the past month all Darien has done was come by more to get his dick sucked than to hang out with me. Hell Trevonne thought, he practically made me beg him to do it. We've only really had sex about three times. That has got to change.
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br />   We’re going to work this out somehow. I honestly don't know why I want him so much. I know I'm a fool for even wanting his ass but he does have some good qualities. We have fun when he's here, good looking and the sex is off the chain! Aint no man dicked me down that good..... Ever! Trevonne thought .Growing warm between her thighs just thinking about having sex with Darien. Darien is the longest relationship I've ever had Trevonne thought and I don't want it to end anytime soon. All relationships go through ups and downs. We're just having ours now. Trevonne thought as she put the finishing touches on her apartment. Tonight’s going to be fun she thought.

  Tyson

  Tyson his mother and two sisters all sat in the family room at his mothers house enjoying each others company. Tyson’s mother Renee looked with pride at her three children “ It's been far too long since we've all gotten together like this. I sure hope we can get back on track with our family time. I miss my babies all being together” Renee said. “ I know mama. I'll admit I've been caught up with this new job. Which is really going good. It was a nice move for me to make and I can see myself being able to do some really good things there. I had a meeting with the partners last week and they told me how impressed the clients have been with the accounts I've taken over. So I think I may be here awhile especially if new opportunities for advancement come up.”

  “Also” Tyson said pausing for effect “ I met this woman “ “WHAT!” Tyson's mother and sisters said in unison.” Who is she ? Tell us all about her !” They asked all chiming in at once. “ DAANG!” Tyson said. “Y'all act like I've never had a date before!” Tyson said laughing. “ Oh boy please! Hell you never bring anyone around and when you did” Nicole said rolling her eyes.” You brought us crazy ass Kita!” Tyson held his hands up in protest “ Now in my defense” Tyson said bursting out laughing “ I did NOT know Kita was crazy. I vetted her thoroughly...Or so I thought. Hell I waited eight months before I even let her meet you guys!” Tyson said shaking his head at the memory of his ex- girlfriend of two years Kita . A year into his relationship with Kita,Tyson thought for certain, she'd end up being Mrs. Tyson James . After a year of a damn near perfect relationship . Things soon went to hell in a hand basket. Kita who started out being a strong, caring, independent woman a year into their relationship turned into a completely different woman when her mother and sister moved into town from from out of state. When Tyson ended the relationship Kita didn't take it too well especially when she'd get wind he was even so much as causally dating anyone else. At one point Tyson had been forced to involve the police. Tyson got up and walked to the kitchen for a drink to shake the negative memories off. “ I'll tell you guys all about her in just a few minutes. You guys want anything from the kitchen ? “Tyson asked “ Bring me an iced tea please !” Tyson’s middle sister Brianna called from the living room.

  When Tyson got out of everyone’s earshot he pulled out his cell phone to give Jazzlyn a call. I haven't talked to her all day. It'll be nice to hear her voice. After a few rings Jazzlyns voice mail came on “ Hey Jazzlyn it's me Tyson, I've been trying to get up with you all afternoon. This is my second message. Hope everything is OK . Maybe we can get together later on tonight if you don't already have plans. Talk to you later “ Tyson said then pushed end.

  Jazzlyn

  You know what ? Jazzlyn thought to herself. Fuck all their asses ! I've had enough of always being the nice friend, the good girlfriend and they don't appreciate a goddamn thing. Hell I even stepped on out in the dating world and his ass is a liar and a cheat too. They really think “Oh Jazzlyn is so nice and understanding” Fuck that. Jazzlyn said to herself. I'm about to kill three birds with one stone and be done with all their trifling asses. I'm going to jump this shit off tonight Jazzlyn thought. Jazzlyn picked up her cell phone and dialed Dariens number. After a short conversation with Darien Jazzlyn paused and looked at all the calls she'd ignored from Tyson during the day. She'd played his voice mails earlier. I just can't deal with another liar Jazzlyn thought to herself. I probably was just feeling vulnerable because of all this mess with Darien. If I had thought more about it and not been around him so much this last month I wouldn't be so pissed. I shouldn't have let my guard down so fast with anyone. Lesson learned though. It's time for me to let folks know I'm really not to be messed with .

  Confessions

  Jazzlyn pulled into the the parking lot at Trevonnes condo and looked in the mirror to check her makeup. Perfect Jazzlyn thought, here goes nothing. Jazzlyn grabbed her baked mac and cheese from the passenger seat and headed inside. After two knocks Trevonne answered the door. Trevonne let out a small shriek of excitement “ Get in here girl ! I'm so glad to see you!” Trevonne said jumping up and down . “ Girl you look good! What the heck are you all dressed up for? You do know this aint a real party right ? Just us girls here tonight Boo! “ Trevonne said. Jazzlyn handed the pan of mac and cheese to Trevonne and casually said “ Girl I know ! You told me about it kinda late and still wanted to come but I can only stay about an hour and a half. I'm going to meet Darien for drinks and to finally talk “ Jazzlyn said walking into the living room to say hello to everyone else.

  Trevonne almost dropped the pan of food when Jazzlyn said that . What the hell did she just say ? Meet Darien for drinks ? This shit can not be happening. What the hell happened to the damn white dude ! No wonder Darien hasn't returned any of my phone calls today Trevonne thought panic setting in. I don't know what the fuck is going on but I need to stay calm and think.

  “Hey Sherica !” Jazzlyn said leaning in to give Sherica a hug. “ Girl it's so good to see you,it seems like forever since we've all gotten together . “ Nice to meet you” Jazzlyn said as she smiled and introduced herself to another female there who was apparently a guest of Shericas she was really pretty with long auburn dreadlocks and gorgeous skin. Jazzlyn thought to herself “ I'm Jazzlyn.” “ Nice to meet you Jazzlyn, I'm Nakita, but you can just call me Kita everyone does “ Kita said politely. “ Everyone the food is almost ready to go. Give me about 10 more minutes OK ? Sherica , girl come help me with something real quick” Trevonne called.

  “ What's up sis ? “ Sherica asked walking into the kitchen “ Sherica I need you girl ! “ Trevonne said panic in her voice .” I fucked up bad and now I don't know what to do! “ Trevonne said on the verge of tears.” Aww shit ! Don't tell me your ass is pregnant! Who the daddy girl ? "Sherica asked “ Sherica girl the way I feel right now I almost wish I was ! “ Trevonne said pacing the kitchen floor . OK now you're scaring me Tre, what the hell is going on ? “ Sherica asked her voice full of concern . “ Sherica I've been sleeping with Darien . Now Jazzlyn just said she's about to go meet him for drinks and to talk about their relationship ! I'm in love with him Sherica! What do I do ?” Trevonne asked starting to tear up.

  “ You know what Trevonne you on some real dumb shit right now !” Sherica said “ Now I love you like a little sister.....My DUMB little sister. You know I don't get down with no low down, okie doke shit like this ! Which is exactly why your brother and I fell out! How the fuck you gonna do some dirty shit like that to your best friend ? The shit is fucked up. Now I met her through you and Jazzlyn has always been cool with me. You know Jazzlyn and I are just as tight as you and I. So stop while you're ahead because I don't want any part of your bullshit! Right about now what I need YOU to do ...Is shut your damn mouth and don't say a word more about this shit you've gotten yourself into ! I do NOT want you pulling my name into some bullshit ! So sis what I suggest you do for now, is get your act together and get your ass out here and entertain your guests!” Sherica said crossing her arms and looking at Trevonne like she'd lost her damn mind.

  “ Damn Tre, I thought you were a better woman and friend than that. I'm so disappointed in you. You know I still love you but wrong is wrong now. Get yourself together and we'll talk about this later. I honestly don't want to know much about this whole mess. You knew Darien wasn't shit when he was with Jazz! “ Sherica said shaking her head.

>   “ Is the food ready ?” Jazzlyn called from the living room . “ Almost done ! “ Trevonne said.

  Jazzlyn laughed to herself thinking about how shocked Trevonne looked when she told her she was going to meet Darien for drinks. That's exactly what her trifling ass gets she thought to herself smiling."OK ladies ! Y'all come and fix yourself a plate because you know you don't get waited on around these parts” Trevonne said managing a laugh. Everyone crowded into the kitchen fixing plates and laughing and talking. Once everyone had a drink in hand they all sat in the living room talking . “ So what's the man situation with everyone? You know on ladies night we have to round table about the men!” Jazzlyn said. “ Well girl you go! Last I knew you and Darien had called it quits, now you two are meeting for drinks? Trevonne asked.

  Jazzlyn wiped her hands with her napkin and took a sip of her Moscato. “ Girl you know how it is. Darien has his ways but for the last four years outside of this break we've had.....He's been my man. I mean when I got to thinking about all the drama on the singles scene, I said to myself why not at least try to work things out with the person I've been in love with instead of going all out trying to find someone new? I know you you can feel me on that one...Right Trevonne? I don't even have to tell you about our relationship woes. You're my bestie and have been here every step of the way. Plus I aint gonna lie. This whole celibacy thing is so not the business. I may have to end that little run tonight!” Jazzlyn said laughing along with the other ladies.