A Lil Somethin In Houston
I dialed her number. “I just pulled up to the hotel in Houston, shoot me your location”. Five minutes later I pulled up on her at lunch. I opened the car door and she quickly hopped in. Minimal conversation. “Where we going?” I asked. “Pull in over here” she replied. The area was perfect for […]
I See You, Tone (Part III)
Another woman entered, mocha skin, elegant, radiant. She carried a kind of warmth that diffused tension before it even had time to rise. “Hi, I’m Ayana,” she said. “Just started today. The boss told me to introduce myself to everyone.” “Tony.” He stood by the window, watching her reflection. It glowed, soft, inviting. He turned […]
I See You, Tone (Part II)
Still morning. Atlanta, Georgia. Tony slammed his car door shut and exhaled hard. His body tensed with every step he took toward the building. The sun lit the glass doors in gold, defying the weight he carried inside. He paused, breathed again, then entered. The hallway buzzed with fluorescent light and hollow greetings. “Morning, Tony.” […]