A bright new world

My Aunt walks into the house with a Boquet of Lillies. I switch the tv off “hey I’m home you’re free of devil duty and these are for you as a thank you, I know they're your favourite.” She calls out “oh you spoil me, I love them and you know they behave for me.” I chuckle and lean forward and slip my feet into my black combat boots. I zip them up and just as I finish I hear one of the kids scream.

I move faster then ever “I got it” I call to my aunt and as I reach their bedroom I open the door and the twins are jumping on their older brothers bed while he’s in it.

“Hey!” I say sternly and they freeze “this doesn’t look like sleeping you little monkeys now get back into your bed or you don’t get bedtime stories for a week.” Their eyes widen “yes RayRay sorry.” They jump up onto the ground then into their own bed. “Please tuck us in again?” They ask.

I smile sweetly at them “of course” I walk in tuck them in and kiss them on their forehead. “Good night monkeys” I walk over to the older boy “are you okay little one?” I ask as I tuck him in as well “Raven I’m older now you can’t call me that anymore. But yeah I’m fine I just wanted you to get them away from me.” I smile and kiss him on the forehead as well. “I’ll always be here for you little one,” I say with a smirk. “Good night children time to sleep” I walk over to the door.

“Bye, my little loves. Be good for your Mama or I’ll come over and whoop Y'all into shape.” I say to my little cousins “yes RayRay.” all three call out at once and I smile and close their bedroom door. I walk downstairs and meet my Aunty in the kitchen.

“Hey, Aunty how was your date?” I ask with a smirk “you’re home late....I’m proud of you.” I pat her head “my little girl is growing up so fast.” She smacks my hand away “oh shut up you’re only a mini-me. Okay, you’re you but you’re me as well. My date went well I’ll need you again next Friday night, please? Date two is planned already” I hug her tight “yeah book me in. I’m happy for you Aunty Ree.” I kiss her cheek “I will be back over probably tomorrow but breakfast is in the fridge Brock knows where it is and how to heat it up for the others. I have it written down for him as well. And he has strict instructions not to let you out of your room until 9 pm and he’s bringing you breakfast in bed at 9 pm. Is it alright if I leave the flowers here tonight I walked.” She agrees and We say goodnight and I walk out.

My boots making small thudding sounds but barely there. I learnt to keep myself quite in these streets. Less sound means less attention. I get this weird feeling someone is watching me. I look around a little nervous. Not so much for my safety, I know how to handle myself. I just still get nervous I would have to defend myself.

My phone beeps notifying me I have a message. I pull it out and see it’s a text from my friend Tucker. I frown at how crude he can be about women but roll my eyes amused knowing he’s not going to get laid tonight.

I send a quick good luck reply and look up as I sense something. When I see someone in front of me I jump and drop my phone “shit” I say as I bend down and pick it up.

When I get back up I freeze a little, this woman, no, a goddess is absolutely beautiful. My eyes travel up and down her body and wow she is absolutely beautiful. I see her hands move and I am brought back to reality and I blush. She smirks and tilts her head, man I was busted ogling her and I blush even more.

“What are you doing in a place like this, love?” She asks and if it’s even possible I blush more. I clear my throat to try and get myself together.

I casually cross my arms “I could ask you the same thing. The hot clothes aren’t going to save you if you get mugged.” I say and scold myself on the inside because who flirts like that. I don’t break my mask though. That eyebrow raise and attitude looks hot on her.

“How’s your phone?” She asks and I notice she avoids answering the question as well.

I shrug my shoulders and wave my hand “it’s been through worse, but some of the crystals fell off and it took me so long to make it” I sigh because three hours. Yeah and that wasn’t even the waiting for it to dry part.

“What’s your name?” She asks

“M.m.m.my n.n.name?” I stutter. Gosh, I need to get a handle on this. I tell myself.

“Well, I don’t see anyone else. So yes, your name.”

“My name is Raven. How about yours?” I ask

I slightly blush as she stairs but I don’t think it’s enough for her to see at night and when you smile I mirror it because how can you not?

“Maybe one day I will tell you... because I am certain that, that day will come... Now please, leave this place. You should enjoy some time on this Earth before someone attacks you.” I look at her not sure how to take her words but then I frown.

“Great, so I not only get lectures from my family but also from strangers?” I groan but then smirk as my eyes wander again. My eyes travel up her body meeting her gaze and once again I’m knocked back into reality and blush. I really need to get a handle on this.

“Fine, I need to go anyway. It was nice meeting you... even in these circumstances... “ I wait for a little as I hinted at her giving me her name.

I see her sigh and on the inside I know I won. “Lilly, my name is Lilly and you need to leave.” I fist bump in my mind and nod my head as I walk off.

“Lilly,” I say out loud just wanting to hear it roll off of my tongue. I have a wide smile on my face all the way home. I actually fall asleep with the smile on my face and wake up with it. All in hopes of running into her again.