Married in Holy Matrimony Drama

By Velma Scott-Phillips

In the beginning there is always Courtship, Romance, Passion and enough Fire to burn through any drama.
Since laying eyes on each other in middle school, Jeremiah and Niecy have experienced, various kinds of trials and tribulations, while maintaing their love for one another. Encounters of true love, celebration, and the delicacy of life and death, has created an unbreakable bond between the two.
However, that certainly doesnt mean that their love and ultimately their faith wont be tested.
Drama in the form of a delusional temptress, attempts to destroy their purpose-filled love and fresh marriage.
After settling into married life, things appear steady until Jeremiah gets a lucrative job offer at a prestigous law firm, where along with becoming the star junior executive, comes a web of lies and deciet spun by the Lead Secretary Claire.
Things spiral out of control, and with the influence of her sister and close friends, Niecy decides to take a drastic measure to get to the bottom of Jeremiahs sudden estranged behavior.
Although Niecys desperate search for the truth, proves to lead her down a road of mounting insecurities and ensuing pain, she continues to weave her own web of lies and deciet, all in the name of saving her marriage.
In all fairness, Gods timing and ultimate intention to transform not only their marriage but their lives through their faith in him, is the true lesson behind this drama-filled, fun loving tale.
How far will Niecy go to save her marriage? Will their wrongs make everything right?
Even through his own betrayal will Jeremiah find a way to forgive Niecy for hers?
Is it impossible for them to walk by faith and not by sight?
Can they leave the drama behind and finally be joined in Holy Matrimony?

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Apr 8, 2016
• ISBN: 9781504972468

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Published by AuthorHouse 01/17/2018

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Contents

About the Author

Dedication

Pre-Face

Two Years Later

About the Author

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Born and raised in Vernon, TX a small town about two hundred miles NorthWest of Dallas - Ft.Worth, Texas.

Velma Scott-Phillips has always had a passion for Technology, Reading, Writing and Story- telling. It is her strongest passion to help others grow gracefully through life lessons and integrity. Her hope is to inspire, encourage and uplift through her gift of writing. She enjoy’s entertaining and engaging her readers thoroughly, while speaking, and sharing words of wisdom through her past trials and tribulations. Velma has learned to embrace, God’s unique plan for her life, by reaching out to others and inspiring them to get motivated by their faith, love and destiny.

She currently resides in Fort Worth,Texas where she is employed with HEB Independent School District. She is eagerly working on a second best -selling novel. There is no fear for her when it comes to writing or sharing God’s daily wisdom. She has four children, two grandchildren, three sisters and a brother and two wonderul loving parents, of whom faithfully demonstrated and exemplified what it is to be married in holy matrimony, setting an extraordinary example for their children, their grandchildren and generations to come.

She is a firm believer, that when you strive to walk by faith and not by sight, anything is possible through Christ, who strengthens you.

~ "Therefore what God has joined together, let no one separate

Mark 10:9

To God be the Glory! for making my vision possible and teaching me to walk by faith and not by sight.

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To my wonderful parents,

Ireland Scott Jr. and Hattie Mae Scott for proving there is no failure in God, being married in holy matrimony for fifty-six years!

Thank you Lord, for Renaudia, reaping the benefits of GT classes. Miss Editor, putting in extra long hours with me proving your loyalty, dedication and strength. Thank you Terren, Demetria, Jordan for not doubting but believing with me that all things are possible through Christ who strengthens. Thanks for the unconditional love and support, Mom, Patricia, Jr., Deana, Jay, Dessie.

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Thanks to Senior Pastor TD Jakes, and My Pastor, Patrick Winfield for delivering the uncompromising truth of God weekly at the Potter's House of Dallas and Ft. Worth, TX. Thanks to My spiritual mentor, Sammie Shelton for providing continuous support, wisdom, knowledge and understanding with plenty of encouragement from the word of God. A True Prophet of God.

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Thank you extended family, friends and readers for choosing to read this novel. I pray that it inspires you and bless you in Jesus Name, Amen.

Dedication

A Tribute to My Daddy, who always believed in me and encouraged his family to work hard and do better. I know you're smiling now as you watch over us from Heaven.

Pre-Face

If I had to do it all over again, I would change one thing, but if I told you now, you probably wouldn’t stick around to hear me out. See, you have to travel through the storm to get to the blessing. That’s what My Mom taught me. I can’t lie, women are my weakness. It’s not because I don’t respect them, it’s because I admire them so much. Their beauty, inner strength and grace, that’s what I was taught to look for in a woman.

In middle school, I would walk all the girls to their classes, it was a top priority for me. Then one day, Jake, my best friend introduced me to his girlfriend, Denise. We called her Niecy. She was the finest girl I’ve ever laid eyes on. Jake would go missing for days it seemed like, so when Jake wasn’t around I took the opportunity to walk Niecy to her classes. For some reason, I needed to get to know her better, but I couldn’t figure out why. I know what you’re thinking, I’m wrong right? It’s all good. When you know that there is something that goes beyond what meets the eye, its only right to find out what it is. You feel me? I could see it in her eyes that she felt the same way. She had the right mindset, and even though she was slim, she had all the right curves, in all the right places. On top of that, she was a virgin and even back then that was unheard of. I knew that I had been faced with a challenge. My plan was to catch Jake slipping, you know like most dudes, who never seem to have time for their girl, when they need you the most. Yep. That’s where I come in. Good ol Jeremiah, that’s me.

It’s May thirty first, 2007.

Jeremiah and Niecy are two hours away from being alumni graduates of the University of Southern California. The economy is inflated, and it’s imperative that they make their mark, as they are entering a world of a highly competitive, over-crowed market, already filled with multitudes of talented success-driven graduates from around the world.

Oh… snap, it about to go down! Jeremiah said as he scanned through his wardrobe, looking for his flyest gear. He pauses to check the time on his cellphone, just as he begins to drift off into a zone.

Today is a special day, for me and my baby Niecy. After today, its official I’m boss hogging up in this camp! It’s time for me to be on top of my game, and collect my dues, for all the hard work I’ve put into my future. Up all night studying, no sleep, nothing to eat and let’s not forget about the frat parties, Mann they were to-die-for. I’m well on my way to following in the footsteps of my Great- Grandfather, he was the first African-American to serve as a prosecutor in Oklahoma where there was a flourishing black community known as Black Wall Street back in the 1920s. I’m going to be just like him, getting paid and running things. That’s where my queen, Niecy comes in. Pops told me years ago to Make sure you look into her eyes, so you can see her soul I watched Niecy bloom from a tomboy in middle school, to a beautiful young woman. I remember him saying Always keep it real with the one you love son no matter what you do

Niecy is definitely the kind of girl that every man would love to take home to mom, and put a ring on it. Now that school is behind me, I can focus on her and our future. At this point, she deserves the world and I’m going to do my best to give it to her, just like my father does for my mother… Damn, the time is winding down fast, I got thirty minutes before I walk across the stage, I hope Niecy is ready when I pull up. She ain’t never on time.

Meanwhile across town Niecy is behind schedule, just as Jeremiah suspected.

Niecy is running around the house in a panic, looking for her flat-iron and mumbling to herself. Which one of you heffa’s took my flat iron? You guys are making me late! Dang, I know Jeremiah is on his way. I can’t be late today she yelled as she flung her bedroom door open in an uproar so her roommates could hear, hoping they would help her look for it. In the middle of her rant, she remembered that she had stuck it in a box in her closet, her so-called hiding place. She grabs it out the box, with little time to spare, as she sighed in relief.

While she waits for it to heat up, instead of getting dressed, she begins to reminisce on how far she has come, and how much she is looking forward to a new chapter with the love of her life Jeremiah.

I never would’ve thought that we would’ve made it this far. We’ve been through so much together. Jeremiah was there, when Jake was too busy for me. He was there for me when my mom went into the hospital, and two years later when she passed, he was right by my side wiping my tears. I can’t even think of a time that he hasn’t been there for me. What a mighty good man I have. Tonight just might be the night that my No becomes a Yes to finally going all the way. Niecy paused and thought for a moment and took back her previous declaration. Tuh! I told him we were waiting until marriage and that’s what I’m sticking with, I don’t have time to be losing my virginity to someone that is not my husband, plus I want it to be perfect. Niecy pauses again.Tears began to form in her eyes. Everything is almost perfect, except for Mama, not being here with me. I miss her so much. It has been so hard without her still, today. Niecy wipes her eyes and looks up on high, to receive comfort for her pain. Let me pull myself together because Jeremiah will be here soon, with his impatient ass, he swears up and down I’m always late. And I am, she thought as she shrugged and giggled to herself.

The flat iron began to steam before Niecy realized it, she reduces the heat and proceeds to press her natural curls into loose waves, when she was satisfied with her desired look she snatched the plug out the socket, and ran to her closet to finally get dressed just in the nick of time, a new record for her.

Jeremiah arrives with twenty minutes to spare; he calls Niecy hoping she is ready to come out. Niecy surprises him by actually being on time, and comes out within minutes smiling and feeling accomplished.

After the ceremony, there’s faint music playing in the background, Kanye West‘s The Good Life, plays as the class of 2007 toss their caps into the air, indicating a new season in their lives. Triumphant tears are flowing; the graduates are ambitiously ready to take on the world. They are surrounded with family, friends and plenty of spectators; who have gathered, to encourage, celebrate and congratulate them by giving high fives, shout outs and farewells.

As they part from the auditorium, Jeremiah tells his boys Jake and Jarvis, that he will catch up with them later, at Jake’s party. Jeremiah and Niecy hop in his brand-new Hummer, a graduation gift he received from his parents. Baby, what time are we going to the party? Niecy asked eagerly, as she looked out the window witnessing a mother and daughter bonding, something she had missed out on for the last ten years. Jeremiah chimes Oh, I don’t know whenever you want to leave, I just know that were finished with school and now we can spend more quality time together, no more studying, no more exams Jeremiah said. Niecy exhaled at the thought, she was ecstatic yet solemn. Jeremiah, if my mom was here, I know she would be so proud of me. Just to think that I almost gave up, but I made a promise to her; that I would graduate from college, and be successful. Jeremiah, I miss her so much Niecy said as tears welled in her eyes. Jeremiah patted her on the knee sympathetically, he didn’t know the feeling of losing a parent but he imagined it to be very traumatic. I know, Niecy baby, and I know she is looking down from heaven; and smiling proudly. You will be somebody one day and I’ll be there with you, but tonight we will celebrate with our friends and tomorrow we will plan our future. Jeremiah said comforting her. Niecy continues to shed tears of joy, for her accomplishments, and tears for her mom, who couldn’t be there, to see her walk across the stage. Jeremiah grabs her hand while keeping his eyes on the road, and tells her he will always be there for her. Say you promise right now, I couldn’t imagine you not being with me asked Niecy needing assurance. Jeremiah looked over to her to catch her gaze briefly and then turned his attention back to the road. Baby you mean the world to me, and nothing will change that. I always knew we would end up together, even when you and Jake were going out in middle school, and I’m not going anywhere .

When Jeremiah pulled up to a traffic light, he did a double-take. A BMW M3 convertible, something he’d always wanted, was sitting right beside them. The driver was not only a female but a gorgeous one at that, whom appeared to be stealing glances at him as they waited on the light to change. Niecy immediately caught him and snapped him back into reality. Aight playa, to the left to the left she said with an attitude. I can’t believe your telling me that. The only left I’m taking is at the light Jeremiah said playing shocked. It doesn’t hurt to look, I got what I want and need he added with a smile. So why you looking, she asked rolling her eyes and waiting on an answer. To make me love you better said Jeremiah convincingly. You can stop lying anytime now. Niecy cut her eyes at him, to let him know, that she was not satisfied with his riddles.

Later that night at Jake’s party, when Jeremiah and Niecy finally pulled into his driveway, they were surprised by all the people that were there. Jeremiah rushes over to Niecy’s door and lets her out. She grabbed his hand as they strolled up the driveway eager to join the fun. What’s up J, for a minute, I thought Yall was a no-show Jake said meeting up with his friends. What are you drinking? He asked Jeremiah as they walked into his house where the party was already underway. Jake looks over at Niecy admiring her beauty, not wanting to stare too long, he comments. Niecy, you’re looking lovely as usual. Thanks she replied.

Niecy spots her friend Mariah and joins her on the way to the restroom. Hey girl, come to the bathroom with me I need to make sure my skirt is short enough, I heard there are some first round draft picks up in here she said as she pulled Niecy towards the restroom. Niecy looked around and replied Girl, really, she did not see anybody worthy, except for Jeremiah of course. Jeremiah watches as Niecy leaves and anxiously joins Jake and his boys. Damn! Jake it’s going down up in here tonight. I should’ve left Niecy behind he said jokingly. Jake passes Jeremiah a shot and fronts him about trying to play Niecy Ay man, that aint cool, you trying to leave Niecy behind for this he asked looking around. You better think about it man, they don’t make them like her anymore, you lucky I let you have her. said Jake thinking back to middle school. Man chill out. Don’t start that with me tonight. Face it man, you slipped up and I moved in said Jeremiah as he finished off his shot Aye, whatever, man said Jake as he downs his third shot. Pass me some of that cognac, over there Jake said Jeremiah ready to let loose on graduation night. Aight, It’s packed up in here, where is Niecy, man said Jake not seeing her and trying make sure she is not being harassed, looking out for her like a big brother would. Man, she is okay, I’m not trying to keep up with her like that, can I breathe for a few minutes he said as he took another shot and looked around, spotting Niecy with a chubby girl.

I think she’s over there with some chubby broad he added. Jarvis laughs out loud and asks What do she look like, I can do chubby tonight? he said to Jeremiah playfully. I haven’t seen her, man forget Niecy’s friend, you need to be trying to hook up with that. Jeremiah points out a girl with a donk aka big butt. Jake scans the room to see what Jeremiah is looking at. I know it’s a lot of fine honeys in here tonight he said nodding his head in agreement. Jeremiah passes Jake a condom, and reminds him to be safe, even though he knows Jake is not the type to holla at everything he sees. Don’t forget to wrap it up man, mess around and you’ll be a daddy before your time Jeremiah said messing with his best friend. Nah, man it don’t get that good I ain’t trying to do nobody tonight said Jake shaking his head.

Niecy and her friend are standing near the bar sipping on chardonnay, and trying to check up on Jeremiah. A girl with a bustier and tight fitting spandex shorts makes her way towards Jeremiah. She stopped in front of him and leaned in to ask his name. Jeremiah creates a small space between them, checks her out and responds with a smile. Jeremiah he said over the loud music. Niecy, a little agitated, continues to sip her wine and watch. When the girl stayed in Jeremiah’s presence a little too long, Niecy decided it was time for her to go check Jeremiah.

She sets her drink down on the bar and asks her friend to keep an eye on it. Hey, watch my drink, I’m about to go check on Jeremiah she said as she began to make her way through the crowd towards Jeremiah and the girl. She finally reaches Jeremiah standing there with the anonymous girl, still holding a conversation and cuts in. Excuse me, your standing in my spot, oh yeah, don’t even try to holla; he’s taken she said to her as she rolled her eyes at Jeremiah. Damn, it an even like that, I just wanted to dance, not take him home the girl said caught off guard. Jeremiah steps in between them and tries to calm Niecy down. Chill out baby, she didn’t know you’re my girl, give her a break Jeremiah said amused. I’m going to give her a break alright, I’m going to break her face Niecy said as she now rolled her eyes at the girl, who continued to stand there.

Jeremiah grabs Niecy’s hand. Come on, let’s go dance, he’s taken us back old school he said trying to diffuse the situation. As Jeremiah led her toward the dance floor, Niecy looked back at the girl and winked. Letting her know, that it was time for her to move around.

Jeremiah and Niecy begin to slow dance to her favorite song, I’ll Make Love to You by Boyz II Men, he holds her tighter and tells her, how much he loves her and plans to marry her one day. Niecy was resting head on his shoulder enjoying their sensual embrace but stopped. She lifted her head to look him in the eye, to address him more seriously One day Jeremiah, Really? Oh so you’re going to ask me one day; Why not today, huh? What’s wrong with now? She asked as she stopped dancing and poked him the chest. It seems like you tell me you love me, more than you show it she continued expressing her feelings. Oh, you want me to show you how much I love you? Then its popping later on tonight He said as he pulled her closer and picked up where they had left off. Niecy sighed. It’s always about the sex she said as she repositioned his hands from her butt. Niecy, it’s not like that, and you know it; you are my world and I love you. He whispers in her ear, You’re going to be my wifey he said as he slipped his hands back down; past her waist landing on her butt once again. Seeing is believing" said Niecy as she playfully removed his hands out of annoyance, but clearly giving into his sweet talk.

The doorbell rings, Jake answers the door and here the Q-dogs come marching and chanting from the foyer all the way to the dance floor. While everyone else clears the way for them, all of the females including Niecy, gather around to see them show off with their step routine. Aint no stopping the party; the DJ is mixing it up proper and everybody is getting too crunk. Niecy started to take off towards the action to get a closer look at what the Q-dogs were serving up, but Jeremiah quickly checks her. It ain’t that serious, you’re acting like I’m not standing here right now Jeremiah said as he pulled her back towards him. Niecy brushes him off, redirecting the conversation to what happened at the light. Just like you were acting like I wasn’t in the car, remember the hookah at the light? She asked annoyed by it all over again. Did you just call her a hooker baby? he asked laughing out loud. That’s what I said playa she said as couple beside them took note. Jeremiah not wanting to cause a scene downplays what happened. Baby stop, I wasn’t looking at her, she was checking me out or maybe she was looking at you with your pretty self he said as he winked at her. The crowd is moving around them, as they continued to engage in their conversation. Niecy is so over Jeremiah and his sly comebacks. Ha… that aint funny Jeremiah she said rolling her eyes. You do realize, I’m not an ugly man bae, they gone sweat me he added conceitedly with his hands thrown up, like he had done no wrong. As long as they know they can’t touch, it’s all good He said as he smiled and tried sealing it with a kiss. Whatever Jeremiah, said Niecy as she refrained from kissing him back unsatisfied but underneath his charming ways prevailed yet again.

Meanwhile the Q-dogs are getting busy, on the floor, keeping it live and partying like there’s no tomorrow.

The party is starting to wind down, it’s two in the morning; Jeremiah and Niecy are feeling especially bonded as they decide to head home. Jeremiah stops to have words with Jake on his way out. Jake, I’ll catch up with up with you on the court tomorrow, me and Niecy bout to head out said Jeremiah as he grabbed Niecy’s hand. Jake daps him up. Aight, y’all be safe he said as he closed the door behind them. Jeremiah gets in the car, still feeling good and throws in an old school cd. Niecy is gazing out the window, taking in the night sky, and in deep thought. Jeremiah doesn’t notice until, he looks over and sees that she is not engaging and not taking the time out to initiate conversation with him. Hey, what was wrong with you? he asked. Nothing, just thinking she says. Thinking about what? About us she replies. There you go with that again he said as he sped up to change lanes. What; that I can figure you out, I’m ready for us to be closer that’s what’s wrong with me She insists. Come on now, we had a good time tonight didn’t we? Jeremiah said as he reaches over and grabs her hand. Niecy shook her head in disagreement. No, you had a good time tonight; to be honest I would’ve rather gone to a movie and chilled over at my place. Alone. Since my roommates were out. she expressed. Yeah it would have been, but we got a chance to kick it with all of our friends and Jake’s party was off the chain! We can spend some time now since your friends are not there"

Jeremiah pulls into Niecy’s driveway only to find that her roommates are at home. He puts the car in park, and sighs with frustration because her roommates were loud and nosy, and them being there ruined his chance of squeezing in some intimate time with Niecy. Damn, Niecy’s no-man havin ass friends are always here Jeremiah thought to himself. How are we gonna chill when your nosy roommates are at the house, see this is what I’m talking about baby, we can never get close he exclaimed as he put his hand on his head and shook it at the same time. Jeremiah has roommates of his own so Niecy didn’t see where he was going at all. Don’t talk, you have the same problem she snaps back. Damn! Don’t they have anywhere else to go? Where’s their man at? He asked really wanting to know. Don’t ask me, I don’t keep track of whether or not they have a man she said with an attitude. It doesn’t matter you’re not trying to do anything anyway Jeremiah replied. He knows all too well that this time is no different. He shakes his head displaying disappointment. How do you know Niecy said. He responds eagerly. Baby, I know you said you don’t want to have sex with anyone until you get married, but damn do you know how hard it is to lay beside you and not want to make love to you? It’s hard to resist you" He takes her hand and places it on his lap, for her to understand how much he needed to express his love for her. Niecy smiled bashfully in response to his gesture. Oh My Goodness she thought.

Jeremiah ejects his old school cd, and replaces it with Smooth R&B Classic Love songs. He leans over to kiss her gently, as he reclines her seat. And just what do you think you’re doing? She asked amused. Jeremiah paused What? You want me to stop? he whispers, and continues to kiss her persuasively without any objection from Niecy. No, I like it, but did you have to recline my seat? she said fixing her seat back. Jeremiah sighed. Do you always have to ruin the mood? Can you just relax and enjoy the moment. he asked slightly agitated. No, but what if my friends come out and catch us doing, what we’re doing? Jeremiah peered into Niecy’s sorority house. Look, all the lights just went out. We’re good he said pointing. Niecy sat up to confirm the lights were out and slowly reclined back in the seat. So, right here right now, in the car? This is not what I had in mind, she paused, as long as I am with you, I feel secure she said searching his eyes for confirmation. Baby trust me. I feel like the time is right, and I’ll be gentle with you. I promise. he says as he slips his hand under her shirt and begins to unbutton it. Their favorite song comes on and Jeremiah begins to whisper the lyrics in her ear. Niecy’s anxiety is high, but she seems to be enjoying Jeremiah’s version of I’ll Give All My Love to You by Keith Sweat as he proceeds to take their foreplay to the next level by unzipping her pants.

Baby, you know I get nervous on this part. Niecy zips her pants back up and Jeremiah offers her a drink to calm her down. He pushes a button on his panel, and a custom made mini bar appears with shot glasses. He grabs two glasses and a bottle of Patron-a strong tequila, and pours her some stopping just above half. What’s that, you have a mini bar in your dash? She questions. It’s all about us tonight. A little something to get you in the mood. Let’s toast to our love, and our future he said. Niecy smiles and takes a sip of it not particularly liking the taste. No don’t sip it; let me show you what to do". He tossed his shot back, without being fazed. Niecy followed suit only she grimaced and almost gagged after swallowing hers. Jeremiah laughed as he watched her and poured them another round.

After they drunk about two more shots, Niecy has finally loosened up, and is ready to say yes, to losing her innocence to Jeremiah, the love of her life.

Jeremiah climbed in the back seat and laid out a blanket, so they could get more comfortable. He then, laid the seats flat, and calls for Niecy to join him. What’s wrong? He asked noticing, she was hesitant. Nothing she replied. Well come here he motions for her to lie down beside him. Niecy scoots closer. He raises up to get a closer look of her beautiful face as it begins to glow, while they locked hands and kissed, as he removes her shirt slowly.

After a few attempts he successfully mastered removing her bra, and was excited that he had made it that far without Niecy halting him, he then struggled to remove her tight fitted pants without her help. This time around she didn’t stop him. Niecy takes a deep breath as he continues to deal with her zipper . He calms her by whispering You will forever be my lady, and nothing will change that he said. Niecy exhaled slowly I love you Jeremiah and I’m ready for you this time, she whispered back. Immediately, Jeremiah had fast forwarded to another level, while preparing Niecy for an unforgettable moment to treasure. He had waited so long for this day to come he could barely contain his heated passion.

Jeremiah outlines Niecy with kisses, kissing her from head to toe, and gently massaging and caressing areas, she never knew existed. Niecy is speechless and is finding it hard to be still. She is mentally and physically enjoying everything Jeremiah is doing to her.

It was apparent by now that, she had given into the lustful temptations of sin, making her weak to Jeremiah’s sexual passion. I love you so much baby she expressed in total submission to him. Jeremiah was over thrilled to hear her verbal confirmation that she was all in. I love you more he replied intently sensing she was ready for more. He pulls his shirt off over his head and commences to explore further.

Niecy is feeling anxious and is mesmerized by the way his body had interlocked with hers. She confirmed her satisfaction with him by the navigation of her hands on him. Jeremiah smoothly transitions into full blown intimacy. Baby are sure this is what you want, before I go any further? Is it going to hurt she asked. No Baby I will be gentle with you. Close your eyes, and I will take it nice and slow. All I want you to do is trust me and experience the best of me inside of you tonight" said Jeremiah as he removed his boxers excited and ready to make love to her.

Jeremiah embraces her as he makes his first attempt at intercourse, Niecy cringes from the discomfort and pushes him back. She is nervous, and trembling, but she remembers that Jeremiah promised he would be gentle with her. So she allows him to continue as he talks her through it; but she is still not totally convinced. Oh my gosh what am I doing? What are we doing? Is God is watching us right now? I know this is wrong, but it feels so right. I know Jeremiah loves me, and I know he would never hurt me. I’m just going to let go and make the best of this moment. Niecy pondered bringing closure to her fears on the inside but Jeremiah picked up on her becoming tense.

After allowing him to settle her down once more, he asks her if he could continue?

Niecy is trying to accept the painful experience, and Jeremiah is hoping she won’t tell him to stop or slow down this time.

The worst part is over for Niecy as she is starting to realize that it is something about pain and pleasure that balances you, causing you to feel good at the same time. Jeremiah continues to take the lead while Niecy is completely relaxed. At last, he releases passion inside of her and they both collapse feeling an unbreakable bond.

Afterwards, Jeremiah asked Niecy how she feels. Never in her wildest dreams, did she ever think she would be surrendering her body before marriage. She is overwhelmed with relief and disbelief that she is no longer a virgin. Whoever said pain was good lied, but overall it was an unforgettable moment. I pray that I stay your first, last and in between said Jeremiah. I wouldn’t have it any other way said Niecy with a fresh smile on her face. How do you feel? she asked. Jeremiah sits up and takes a drink. Well, I feel like we accomplished something tonight, and things can only get better. Every time we make love from here on out, it can only get better and better and you aint seen nothing yet! he declared with the biggest smile ever feeling like he was definitely the man I love you, Jeremiah Niecy replied excited for what was to come.

A few months later, Jeremiah and Niecy, have settled into a cozy condo outside of L.A.’s busy metropolitan area to get away from close friends and family, and to spend more quality time with each other. Jeremiah had been job searching and finally landed an interview with a prestigious law firm.

The morning of the interview, he is getting ready in the bathroom, while Niecy is squeezing in beside him to brush her teeth with something on her mind. Jeremiah, you know I didn’t have my cycle last month she commented casually in between brushes. She had recently gotten a job at the local mall, and was struggling to get ready on time. Jeremiah walked out of the bathroom, oblivious to her comment, as he searched for his tie, he tossed his clothes back and forth with no luck.Niecy have you seen my tie? He asked flustered. In response to Jeremiah’s question, Niecy exits the bathroom, goes into their closet and pulls out the exact tie he was looking for. Here, did you hear what I said Jeremiah she questioned as she handed him his tie. He takes the tie from her, puts it around his neck and then adjusts it. Baby can we talk when I get home I’m running late he said. He kisses her on the cheek, grabs his blazer and brief case and is out the door before she can even respond. Hurry back we need to talk she yells from the room half-heartedly.

As Jeremiah leaves for his interview, Niecy sits down on the bed to put her shoes on but decides against it. It has suddenly hit her that she might really be pregnant and she is no longer up for working today. She quickly calls in with the excuse of being ill and then makes another phone call to Jamela, who was her big sister and best friend. She could use some advice and comfort. And since Jamela is the closest thing to a mother she has had since her mother died of cancer; she had to call her, but wasn’t quite sure how to bring up her fear of possibly being pregnant and not yet married as their mother had always preached against having kids out of wed-lock. Jamela lives in New York, working for a big time record label company and was under the impression that her baby sister was still a virgin.

Hey sis, what’s up? Jamela asked picking