Soulmates Dissipate (11 page)

“Jones residence, may I help you?”

“Hi, Melanie, this is Jada. Let me speak with Wellington.”

“Oh, hi, Jada! I was just thinking about you.”

“Really, thinking about what?” asked Jada.

“I was just thinking about how considerate it is of you to go shopping with me before I leave. Wellington isn’t here. He went over to Walter’s to do the lawn.” Melanie braced the phone between her ear and shoulder and stroked her clit.

“That’s right. I forgot. Tell him I called.”

“Jada,” said Melanie.

“Yes.”

“How would you like to get together next Saturday night and do something fun?”

“Maybe. Let me think about it. What kind of outings do you enjoy most?”

“Oh, this is your town so you decide.” Melanie knew it was best if Jada believed she was in control.

“I’ll come up with something. In the meantime, think about what you’d like to do. I’ve got to go. Tell Wellington to call me on my cell phone. Bye.”

“Bye.” Melanie hung up the phone, picked up the remote, and turned up the volume. She dozed off on the chaise. The phone startled her.

“Hello,” answered Melanie. She glanced at the clock on the VCR. It was six-thirty.

“Hey, are you comfortable over there?” asked Wellington.

“Oh yes, I was just about to take a shower. Do you mind if I use yours?”

“Not at all,” replied Wellington.” Make yourself at home.

“Did Jada call?”

“No. No one’s called,” said Melanie.

“Okay, I should still make it home around seven,” said Wellington.

“Sounds good, I’ll see you then,” said Melanie.

Melanie turned off the video and headed upstairs to Wellington’s shower. The scent of strawberries and cream filled the air. Afterward, she covered her body from head to toe in chocolate-flavored cocoa butter lite oil. She dabbed a touch of Zahra behind each ear.

Melanie waited. When Wellington closed the
front door, she tossed the bath towel outside his bathroom. She pinched her teasing tan nipples real hard. Instantly, they popped out. When Wellington walked through his bedroom door, his eyes fell exactly where Melanie had intended. She watched them. They traveled from her perky 38D’s, glazed over her six-pack, and landed on her well-trimmed bush.

“I’m so sorry, I thought I would have finished in here before you got home,” Melanie said. Wellington was speechless. His vision was restricted to her breasts.

Melanie turned her back toward Wellington. Slowly. She bent over. Paused. Picked up the towel. Paused so Wellington could view both points of entry.

Melanie grabbed her silk robe and placed it across her arm. Wellington remained silent. As she walked out, she saw the bulge in his blue denim overalls. Wellington shook his head and slapped his face.

“Damn, girl. Next time give a brother some advance notice. Put your drawers on or something.”

“Sorry.”

Melanie waited for Wellington to get in the shower. She tiptoed back into his room for Jada’s lipstick. The bathroom door was open. She stood and watched him through the clear shower door. Wellington stroked himself methodically. Nice long strokes. Melanie peeped in closer. She watched. Wellington applied more pressure with each stroke. The base of his thumb revolved on the head of his penis. Then the tip of his index finger moved up and down his shaft. Small circular motions
moved in the crevice underneath his head. He combined each movement into each stroke moving up and down. Faster. Faster. Just when he was about to cum, the phone rang.

Melanie quietly rushed out of the bedroom.” Jones residence.”

“This is Jada. Let me speak with Wellington.”

“Oh, he just called and said he’s running a little late, but he should be here by nine. Do you want me to ask him to call you when he gets in?”

“No, that won’t be necessary. I’ll just come over.”

Melanie’s heartbeat escalated.” Sure. When will you be here?” Her voice trembled.

“In about five minutes. Bye.” Jada hung up the phone.

Melanie dashed into the guest bedroom. Slipped into her fiery red dress. The V dipped right above the crack of her butt. The split revealed her entire left leg. She flawlessly applied her cherry-red lip gloss. She liked it better. She hurried out of the bedroom. All of a sudden she stopped in her tracks. Went back. She reached for the cordless and pressed *69. The last incoming call was received from area code 3-1-0-5-5-5-2-2 … Melanie laughed. Clicked the off button and tossed the phone on the bed.” Bitch!”

Wellington was already dressed and watching TV downstairs. “You look stunning,” said Wellington. A wide smile crossed his face.

Melanie’s cherry-red lips parted.” Thanks. I’m ready. Let’s go.”

“Why the sudden rush?” Wellington asked.

“I’m so excited. I just want to get there early.
That’s all. Shall we?” insisted Melanie as she extended her arm to Wellington for him to escort her.

Wellington opened the doors for Melanie. She liked that a lot. She fastened her seat belt and rested her head back.

“Who called?” asked Wellington.

Melanie never flinched.” Oh, that was my mother calling to tell me what a great time they had on the tour.” Jada was an amateur as far as she was concerned.

“Is there something on your mind?” asked Wellington as he drove across the Bay Bridge.

“Actually, I was thinking. You and Jada make such a wonderful couple,” Melanie lied.” How
did
the two of you meet?”

As she listened to Wellington talk about the night he met Jada, Melanie’s eyes filled with tears of envy.” Oh, that’s so romantic.”

When they arrived, Walter and Wendy were already seated.

“Hey, man, you clean up pretty good,” Wellington said as they walked up to the table.

“You don’t do too bad of a job yourself, man,” Walter replied.

“Wendy. Walter, let me introduce you to my friend, Melanie Marie Thompson. She’s also my houseguest. And pleased to finally get to the hottest nightclub in California.”

“Pleased to meet you, Wendy and Walter,” said Melanie, extending her hand to greet them.

Melanie engaged Wendy in a conversation about social organizations. Wendy was surprised to learn that they were members of several of the same organizations.
Wellington and Walter decided to take a walk over to the bar.

“We’ll be back,” Walter said.” That’ll give you ladies a moment to sort through the various affiliations.”

Melanie and Wendy continued their discussion.

“I’m supposed to leave next week,” Melanie said, “but Mrs. Jones got me a job in San Francisco. I think I’m going to like life in Cali. Please don’t mention this to Wellington. We want it to be a surprise.”

“How do you know Wellington?”

“His mother and my mother have been friends practically all their lives. So, how long have you and Walter been married?” asked Melanie.

“Ten years. Walter and I married right after college. I graduated from Spelman and Walter graduated from Morehouse,” said Wendy.” We both moved back home to California and the rest is wonderful.”

Wellington and Walter returned.” We just ordered a bottle of champagne for the table, ladies,” said Wellington.

“If you’d like something else, please let us know,” said Walter.

“The two of you seem to have hit it off well,” commented Wellington.

“Very well,” responded Wendy.” Walter, I didn’t come out here to sit down all night. Let’s dance.”

“Your wish is my command,” replied Walter.

“Isn’t that sweet. After ten years, they’re still happily married and still in love,” said Melanie.

“I guess you guys did talk a lot,” said Wellington.” Would you like to dance?”

Melanie wondered what took him so long to ask. “Yes. I’d like that.”

LTD’s “You and I Were Meant to Be” played as soon as Melanie and Wellington stepped on the floor. Melanie placed her hand on Wellington’s shoulder. The other he held in his hand. Wellington placed his other hand around Melanie’s waist. Melanie inconspicuously pressed her breasts against Wellington’s chest. She leaned her face next to his. It felt so right. It couldn’t be wrong. They par-tied the night away. They laughed, talked, and danced all night long.

“Well, I guess we had better call it a night,” suggested Wellington.” It’s almost two.”

“Tell Jada we said hello,” said Wendy.

“Oh shit!” responded Wellington.” I forgot to call.”

Melanie remained silent.

“Man, you’d forget to call your mama if she wasn’t on speed dial.” Walter laughed.

On the way to the car Wellington mumbled about forgetting to call Jada. Melanie listened but opted not to comment, to avoid provoking a conversation she didn’t want to have.

Wellington pressed a button. The moon roof opened.

“The stars are beautiful tonight. Don’t you think so?” asked Melanie.

“Are you connected with them?” asked Wellington.

“I’m connected with
every
living element in the universe,” Melanie replied.

“You know, the last time I saw you, you were seriously underdeveloped. Now, look at you,” Wellington said as he glanced at Melanie’s breasts.

“Well, little girls do grow up,” said Melanie. “You always did look good but now your ass is damn
near irresistible.” She looked from his dick up to his dreamy eyes.

Melanie waited until Wellington opened the door. She walked upstairs and kicked off her shoes. She looked deep into Wellington’s eyes. Her lips stood an inch away from his. “Thanks. I had a wonderful time.”

Wellington never said a word. He didn’t need to. Melanie French-kissed Wellington with all the passion she could muster. She was surprised when he reciprocated. Melanie led Wellington into his bedroom. Undressed him. Massaged his body
all
over. Then she tamed him like a wild horse. She figured Jada was too dainty to have spanked that ass. So she did it for her. Melanie rode Wellington until everything came up, including the sun.

W
ellington tossed and turned. He wanted to believe it was all a dream but the stickiness in his crotch convinced him otherwise. Wellington had just dozed off when his phone rang. The digital clock on the dresser across the room showed 9:45
A.M.

“Hello.” He glimpsed over at Melanie. She rolled over and hugged the pillow. He pinched himself. Unfortunately the past several hours were real. Wellington shook his head.

“Good morning,” Jada said.

“Oh, hi, ba, I was going to call you, but you beat me to it.” Wellington yawned.” How are you doing?” Melanie sat up. He put his finger over her lips.

“I’m getting ready to board my plane. I should make it to my place around eleven. But right now I’d like for you to explain what happened last
night?” Whenever Jada was cool, calm, and collected on the outside, Wellington knew her emotions tipped the opposite end of the scale.

“I’d like for someone to explain to me what happened last night,” Wellington remarked. Melanie gathered her red dress and shoes and strolled out of Wellington’s bedroom.

“Well, first let me say, I left several messages with Melanie. Second of all, your first obligation is to me, not her. When did you decide to take her out dancing? And don’t worry about how I found out.”

“Ba, look, I apologize. I don’t want to argue about this. What time should I pick you up for the barbecue?” Wellington knew he’d fucked up. Right now he realized the shortest distance between two pussies was a straight lie.” It was nothing. Really.”

“I’m not going,” Jada snapped.

“But you have to go.” Wellington rubbed his bald head.” This is my first opportunity to introduce
my fiancée
to the extended family.”

“They’re just a group of pretenders. Just like Mr. Hamilton said. So why should I bother. I’ll meet them soon enough, at the wedding.”

“Please, do this for me, my Nubian Queen,” Wellington begged.” I’ll pick you up around noon.” He didn’t wait for a response. He hung up the phone and walked into the guest bedroom.

“Wake up. I need to talk to you.”

“Can’t it wait until later?” Melanie asked.” My ass is tired.”

“No. So get up,” Wellington insisted. Melanie sat in the center of the bed and leaned forward over her pillow.

“Look. What we did last night was wrong. I don’t
want you to think I don’t love Diamond. I love her more than anything. I just got caught up in the moment.”

“It’s too early for sentiments. Can you just write it down for me?” said Melanie as she swooped the pillow behind her head and slid under the covers.

“Just promise me you’ll forget this happened.”

“What happened?” Melanie paused.” See. I’ve forgotten already.”

“Don’t be cute.” Wellington smiled.” What time are you going over to help Mom?”

“She said she didn’t need my help.” Wellington watched Melanie turn her back.” I’m riding with you so
don’t
leave me. And turn off the light on your way out.”

It was a perfect day in the bay. Wellington breezed through the traffic in his black Expedition. He glanced over at Melanie in the passenger seat. His dick got hard every time he thought about last night. He had no idea she had matured so much. The royal blue wraparound top she wore reminded him of his first date with Jada. He noticed she’d changed her hairstyle too. Her cherry-red lips exacerbated his hard-on.

“Melanie?”

“Yes,” she replied softly.

“Please don’t forget what we discussed this morning.”

“Don’t worry. I’m not going to get attached. It was all in fun. We both had a great time. And Jada will never know what happened.” Melanie smiled.

Wellington redirected his energy as he parked in one of the visitor spaces.” Wait here. I’ll be right
back. And if you don’t mind, please get in the back.” Melanie’s head moved downward and her eyes flipped up at Wellington. He was relieved when she opened the car door.

“Hello, Mr. Jones,” Edward said.” Would you like me to buzz Ms. Tanner?”

“No thanks, Edward. I’ll go up,” responded Wellington.

When the elevator door closed, Wellington unzipped his blue denim shorts and repositioned himself. He slipped his key into the space marked
PENTHOUSE
. He stepped into Jada’s entrance, grabbed a mint from the lifelike butler statue, and picked up his chilled glass of Moët.