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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:32:54 GMT -5
Hey, was looking at the fan fiction that me and DavidRuffinLover did a while back and decided to post it over here. Y'all I'll warn you- BOTH OF OUR STORIES ARE LONG (ESPECIALLY DRL'S ;D. HER'S IS MORE OF A LOVE STORY WITH ADDED CHARCTERS IN IT AND MINE IS A SHORT STORY WITH JUST THE TEMPTS.) But please have some patience and read bits and pieces of it- they were getting lonely on the other board. Well happy reading and let us know whatcha think-Even if y'all don't read it all! P.S- We wrote our stories for entertainment for the only sole purpose! We did not intend to disrespect any member of the Temptations~~~
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:41:17 GMT -5
DAVID RUFFIN LOVER'S STORY Here's my warning/intro thingy: The name Honey Daniels I took from the movie "Honey"(Please don't sue!!). The name Jack Daniels I made up so I ain't taking it from the alcohol. Sams Club is a real grocery store that I put in there(Don't sue!!). Um I made up the story completley so it isn't true at all & I didn't steal anyones ideas(to my knowledge, if I did I apologize deeply!!!!). I didn't do any historical research really so maybe racism wasn't that bad at that time in Detroit(I didn't live back then so I don't know). Many things are probably historically incorrect so if that bugs you I'm sorry. The "ebony & ivory" nicknames I did not make up cause they were used. Real life characters thus far in my story are: David Ruffin, Jimmy Ruffin, Earline Ruffin, Mama Rose, & Melvin Franklin. If I missed one, my bad. The rest of the characters are from my imagination, yes I used the name Honey Daniels but read the story & you will clearly see she ain't no Jessica Alba =) I admit to the story being a "Mary Sue". Read above posts to see what a "Mary Sue" is if you don't know.That's it for now I think. Read & review my story & enjoy. I hope to be posting more soon =) Oh & yes it's long!! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter one : David’s Story
It was 1958, Detroit Michigan. It was like any other day, get up, get dressed, go to school, get home, do homework, eat dinner, go to bed. And why should it be different then any other day? Because it was Friday, & after Friday is the best part of the week; the weekend. School had just gotten out & me my girlfriends couldn’t be any more relieved, we’d get our homework done that night & enjoy the rest of the weekend. So Fridays were always different then any other days, so why should this Friday be any different then other Fridays? Just because....
*School Bell Rings*
Honey-Oh my gosh can ya’ll believe it? Two days of freedom awaiting us! Daisy-Honey you say that every weekend & every weekend ya we get to relax but nothing exciting ever happens like you say it will. Honey-But I can feel it ya’ll, this weekends gonna be different!! Meagan-Uh-huh, isn’t that what you told us last weekend? I believe so. Honey-You’ll see, the both of you & when something different and exciting happens this weekend you both owe me five dollars! *Both girls laugh* Daisy-The day we give you five dollars is the day the colored people join our schools! Meagan-Don’t joke about that, or someday it might happen! Daisy-You worry to much Meg. Honey-Well when that day happens you two owe me some money. ~~~~~~~~~~ Jimmy-Ah, another weekend bro. No more test, quizzes, or homework for two days! David-Speak for yourself, I gotta study for some damn History quiz I got on Monday not to mention the errands we both gotta run for Ma tomorrow. Jimmy-You ruining my hopes man. David-And you getting my hopes up! *Both laugh* Jimmy-Hey man, check it out; Ivory’s at two o-clock. David-Why you gotta call ‘em that? Sinking to their levels. Jimmy-Damn, they some fine ones too. Check out the blonde in the middle! *Jimmy whistles at them* ~~~~~~~~~~ *Girls glance behind them to see Jimmy & his brother David* ~~~~~~~~~~ Jimmy-Hey ladies! David-Jimmy, leave ‘em alone! Jimmy-Yo sexy mamas! David-Jimmy!! ~~~~~~~~~~ *Girls stop & face the two boys* ~~~~~~~~~~ Honey-Excuse me gentlemen! What did you call us? Jimmy-You heard me baby, now how’d an ivory like you get to be so fine?! Daisy-Excuse you Mr. You just better back off my friend right now! Jimmy-You ain’t to bad looking either.... David-Jimmy that’s enough! Please pardon my brother ladies, come on Jimmy lets get home! *David tries to pull Jimmy away, Jimmy resists* Jimmy-And what’s your name sweetheart? Honey-Her name is none of your concern, our names are none of your concern! So why don’t you follow your brothers example & show some decency! Jimmy-Oh where are my manners?! I’m Jimmy & this is my little brother David. And who might you ladies be? Honey-That’s better, but our names our names are still no concern of yours so why don’t you & your brother move along. David-Ya man, Ma’s probably wondering were we are anyways. Ladies I apologize for his behavior &.... (Two Police men approach the teenagers) Officer one-There a problem here ladies? Officer-These two colored’s bothering you? *David looks pleadingly at Honey, they make eye contact* Honey- No officers, they just wanted directions to the....theater. Their new in town. David-That’s right sirs, me & my brother here new in town. We’ll be on our way now. Jimmy-Yes officers. Thank you for the directions ma’am. Sure do appreciate it, good day to ya’ll. *David & Jimmy head on their way home, officers bid the girls farewell & continue on their way.* ~~~~~~~~~~ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 2: *Honeys home, eating dinner with her parents, they say an evening prayer & eat their meal* Honeys mom(Mrs. Diane Daniels)-So Honey, how was school today? Honey-It was alright mama. Honeys dad(Mr. Jack Daniels)-Anything interesting happen? Honey-No father, just a regular Friday. JD-You were a bit late coming home, why was that? Honey-Oh, I’m sorry. I hadn’t realized the time, me & the girls stopped to get a sarsparilla at the malt shop; I’m sorry if I worried you two. DD-Your forgiven, we just wondered where you were. Honey- Father, may the girls spend the night tomorrow? We wanted to go to the theater & have a girls night. JD-I don’t see why not. Any homework? Honey-I have to read a chapter of Pride & Prejudice but that’s all. JD-Diane what do you think? DD- I say alright, as long as you come run some errands with me tomorrow first. Honey-Of course mama. Thank you both. *JD & DD smile at their daughter* Honey-May I be excused now, I better get on reading that chapter. JD-Course. DD-Wash up before you go to bed! Honey-Yes mama. *Kisses both parents on the cheeks & goes upstairs. ~~~~~~~~~~ *At Jimmy & David’s dinner table with their mama. They say an evening prayer & eat their dinner* Jimmy & David’s mother(Earline Ruffin)-Why’d it take you two boys so long to get home today? David-Well you see mama, Jimmy here....(Jimmy stomps hard on David’s foot under the table) ER-Jimmy what? David-Uh, he was thirsty, we were thirsty so we stopped at the malt shop for a cola before we came home. Jimmy-Sorry if we worried you mama, we were just so thirsty! ER-Uh-huh. How was your day at school? Any homework? David-I just have to study for a history test ma’am. ER-Jimmy? Jimmy-None ma’am. ER-Good then when we get back from running errands tomorrow you can come home & mow the lawn before you head off to work, & David can study for his test. *Both sons in unison, “Yes ma’am”* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 3: *Sam’s Club Grocery store. Honey & her mother, David by himself* DD-Honey I have a hair appointment, do you think you could do the shopping on your own? Honey-Sure mama. DD-Just follow what’s on the list, here’s the money. See you at home. *hands her cash, leaves.* ~~~~~~~~~~ David-“Follow the list” she says, “Jimmy & I will go to the hardwood store”; leave me doing the shopping! Ugh, lets see. Chicken, pound of beef, potatoes, broccoli, carrots, loaf of bread, cheese, oatmeal, apples....what? Ah hell no, that’s it! I’m adding my hot sauce to the list! *Bakery section, Honeys getting two loafs of fresh bread. David comes up with his cart beside her* Baker-What can I get for you sir? David-Loaf of fresh bread please. Baker-Coming up. You need anything else Honey? Honey-No, thank you kindly sir. Baker-In that case, your loafs will be done momentarily. *Disappears into the back* David-So outta curiosity what is your name?*Trying to get Honeys attention but she doesn’t notice* Ma’am?*He taps her shoulder, she turns slightly startled to face him* Honey-I....oh it’s you. David-Uh yes Ms. I just wanted to know your name. Honey-And why would you want to know my name? David-Well uh, so I could apologize to you properly for my brothers behavior yesterday afternoon. Honey-Oh, I see. Honey, Honey Daniels. David-Nice to officially meet you Ms. Daniels. Honey-Lord, you know my name now you might as well use it! Just call me Honey please. David-Of course,....Honey. I’m.... Honey-Your David, I remember your brother introduced you yesterday. David-Good memory. Honey-Thank you, now I told you my name in an exchange for an apology....if my memory serves correctly that is. David-It does indeed. Honey, I just wanna apologize for Jimmy’s behavior yesterday. See he fancies himself a ladies man & can get, carried away. But he really meant you & your friends no offense or harm. Honey-Well Mr... David-Oh Ruffin, David Ruffin. Honey-Well Mr. Ruffin, that’s an acceptable apology if I’ve ever heard one. Your brothers forgiven, for my part anyway. I don’t know if Daisy & Meagan will feel the same. David-Thank you. But, since you insist I use your name, I insist you use mine. Honey-Alright then, David. Baker-Your bread Honey! Sir, yours will be ready in a minute. Honey-Thank you very much. *Puts bread into her cart & begins to walk away but turns to David first* Honey-So David, your brother fancies himself a ladies man does he? David-Yes, he does. Honey-Hmm, well I think your better at being a “ladies man” then he. *Smiles, winks, & walks away, David smiled back. Baker comes with David’ bread & he finishes his shopping; Honey continues hers. Both end up at the same register as David drops a bottle of hot sauce into his cart(which accidentally falls into Honeys)* Honey-What, you following me now?*Giggles* David-What a pleasant surprise, Ms. Honey Daniels, we meet again. Honey-You didn’t answer my question, David. David-No, I ain’t following ya. *Gives small smile* Honey-Bet you say that to all the girls. * Smiles back* *Both groceries are all rung up & they walk out the store together* Honey-Well, good day to you David. David-And to you Honey. *Both go separate ways. Honey arrives home, her ma in the kitchen* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 4: Honey-Mama, I’m home. Help me with the groceries please! DD-In the kitchen dear. *They unload groceries* DD-I thought I told you to stick with the list. Honey-I did! DD-What’s this then?*Holds up bottle of hot sauce* Honey-I didn’t buy...oh no. DD-Oh no what? Honey-There was a man at the register with me, our groceries must’ve gotten mixed up. I can go return it to the store if you like & get our money back. DD-Well please do, hot sauce! Of all things... Honey-I’ll be back in time for lunch! *Runs out with the hot sauce* *Running to the store, collides with a young man & his groceries & both fall, David on top of her* Honey-Owww! David-It was entirely my fault miss, I....you! Honey-You.... (Officer from across the street) Officer-You there! Get off of her, get off of her!! *David scrambles to get off her, cop kicks him off* Officer-Damn ignorant person! *Kicks him twice more, & almost again but Honey interferes* Honey-Stop it, leave him alone!! *Crawls over to David as the officer backs off* Officer-Stay away miss, he might attack you again! *Tries to pull her away* Honey-Don’t touch me! He didn’t attack me, I ran into him you, you buffoon!! Officer-But miss I.... Honey-Go! Before I tell the sheriff what you’ve done, just go! *Officer walks off,. Honeys bent over David* Honey-Oh my god, are you alright?*Takes his head in her hands* David? Mr.Ruffin?! David-I’m alright, I....am I in heaven? Honey-No, no, your on Main Street on the ground. David-Then how am I staring at an angel? *A smirk spreads across his dirt smudged face* Honey-Oh you got jokes huh? Your fine...your glasses on the other hand....*She reached for them, lenses knocked out & broken* well, they might just be in worse shape then you are. David-That’s great. *Groans as he sits up holding his ribs* Honey-You need a doctor, I’ll take you... David-No, no. What I need is to get home with these groceries. *Honey helps him stand up & puts his groceries back into his cart* Honey-What you need is for me to walk you home since you can’t see, very well that is. David-Ya, I need that. Thank you. Honey-I’ll need directions, to your home that is so tell me were to go. *She walks him home, him giving her directions along the way. They reach David’s home. A small house.* David-Mama, Jimmy! I’m back. Jimmy-Bout time man, our grandma....what the hell happened to you?! Ivory! What you doing here? And with my brother?! Honey-I.... ER-What is all the commotion?! David you shoulda been here twenty minutes ago....Davis Eli Ruffin, what on earth!! David-Calm down mama I’m fine. Honey-Mrs. Ruffin I.... ER-Who are you & what happened to my son?! Honey-Well you see.... ER-Spit it out or I’ll have to assume you did this!! David-Mama! Honey-No ma’am, I didn’t do this! Jimmy-Like hell you didn’t! Bet you had your cop friends from yesterday show him a lesson even though the incident yesterday was my fault! Honey-Noo!! Look, you can accuse me all you want after we lie him down somewhere. *Supporting a limping David, Jimmy & his mama lead him to lay on the couch. Jimmy goes into the kitchen reappearing with a glass of water for his brother* ER-You better explain now missy. Honey-Fine. I saw your son at the grocery store. He was at the same register as I was & our groceries must’ve got mixed up cause your hot sauce ended up in my cart. I was running on the way back to the store to return it & get my money back when I ran into to David here, literally I’m afraid. He landed on top of me, an officer across the street saw & got the wrong idea & kind of....used brute strength to get him off of me. I made the officer back off. Unfortunately, as you can see; your son was hurt & his glasses broken so I walked him home. And here we are. ER-That’s quite a story missy, why should I believe you? David-Cause it’s true mama, leave her be. She was just trying to help. Jimmy-Save your breath bro, I knew she had one of her cop friends attack ya! Damn ivory! ER-Jimmy! Show respect!! *Jimmy huffed upstairs* Honey-I’m truly sorry Mrs. Ruffin. I think David may need a doctor, my family will pay the medical bills & we’ll get him new glasses! Oh & here’s your hot sauce! *honey exclaimed pleadingly* ER-Lord child he won’t need a doctor, I can bandage him up & he’ll be fine. Hot sauce? David? It wasn’t on the list.... David-Well, I thought it should be....ma’am. ER-Course you did, well thank miss.... Honey-Daniels ER-Thank Ms. Daniels for returning it! David-Thank you Honey. ER-David! Address her as Ms. Daniels, not your teenage slang! David-But mama I.... Honey-Uh, you see Mrs. Ruffin it’s my name. Honey, my name is Honey Daniels. And I’m afraid David only respecting my wishes as I requested for him, earlier in the store; to call me by my first name. *Gave David a small smile* ER-I see. Well thank you Ms. Daniels for helping my son. Honey-Oh, it was my pleasure really. Besides, David’s been very kind to me so it’s the least I could do. Now, if you’ll excuse me I really must be going. ER-Wait, let me give ya the money I owe you for the hot sauce! Honey-Oh no, keep it really. I must be going. Goodbye. *She left* ER-David, how kind have you been to that girl & what incident yesterday? *David explains* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 5: *Honey arrives home* DD-About time you got home young lady! Daisy & Meagan are here to join us &....*Honey joins her family& friends at the table*What happened to you?! *Honey looks at her dirty dress* Honey-Oh, well I tripped on the way back from the store I’m afraid, but I’m fine. DD-Well good. Were’s our money back? Honey-Oh, well see the cashier was an old man & can’t see very well so he was frantically apologizing & I felt sorry for him so I told him to keep the money. I hoped you wouldn’t mind too much.... DD-Well actually.... JD-Course we don’t mind dear, that was very kind of you *Gives his daughter a smile* *Honey catches the looks of Daisy & Meagan, knowing they knew she was lying.* Daisy-Honey, why don’t you let Meagan & I take you upstairs & get you cleaned up & see if you’ve managed to scuff yourself. Mrs. Daniels would you mind excusing us? DD-I suppose not, sounds like a good idea actually. Go ahead girls. *Girls head upstairs & enter Honeys bedroom* Meagan-Alright, spill you liar, liar pants on fire! Daisy-Honestly Meg you can be so childish! Honey, you were lying through your teeth down there! What really happened?
Honey-I haven’t the faintest idea what you could possibly be referring to. I don’t lie.... Daisy-Right, & I’m an ebony! Honey-Daisy! Daisy-What? Honey-Don’t use that word. Daisy-Oh come on! I seem to remember being called ivory yesterday! So what does it matter? Honey-It just matters to me alright?! Meagan-Well someone’s being sensitive! Daisy-More like defensive I’d say. But why would Ms. Not A Care In The World here be defending the colored’s? Honey-I’m not defending them! I just think that the....name calling on both parts is extremely rude! Meagan-Speaking of colored’s, those two boys yesterday sure were handsome despite their skin tone *Sighs Meagan in a dreamy voice* Daisy-I agree, especially the shorter of the two, the one without glasses....the asshole one. Meagan-I rather think so too, though his attitude was something to be desired. Honey-Well what about the taller one with the glasses? The one with the attitude which was more desired. Daisy-He was cute enough, acted like a pussy though. No edge to him, & I like the rebels. Meagan-I gotta go with Daisy on that one too Honey. Daisy-Come on Honey? Which one you fancy? Honey-Well, if I had to pick I’d go with the younger, less asshole of the two; David. Meagan-How you know his name? Honey-I know his name cause his brother, Jimmy, told us both their names yesterday. Daisy-Well ain’t somebody just miss smarty pants! Meagan-So you like the wimpy one? Honey-I didn’t say I liked him, I said I’d prefer him! Besides, it’s not like we can date out of our race anyways so it doesn’t matter. Daisy-Well you have a point there. Hey you never told us what really happened! Spill.... Honey-I tripped & fell. Meagan-Over what? Honey-Over, over....*Both girls glaring at her* Oh alright I give, you two know me too well!! I ran into David, literally! *Daisy & Meagan in unison: “Ohhhh, ow-ow!!” * Honey-Oh shut up! You two are impossible! *Daisy & Meagan in unison: “Someone fell for David!” Honey-Tripped, I tripped!....Well ran into but not fell for! Meagan-Uh-huh. Honey-Besides, even if I was interested in him which I’m not! No dating outside our race so drop it! Daisy-Alright, fine; we’re cool. So, what movie we gonna go see? Honey-I don’t care. Meagan, you choose. Meagan-Screw the movies, lets just go out! Honey-But I told my parent’s we were going to the theater.... Meagan-And we will, just not enter it. ~~~~~~~~~~
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:45:01 GMT -5
Chapter 6: *Later that night. The girls are wondering aimlessly around town, as are David & Jimmy(Jimmy got outta work). Girls are exiting the malt shop, giggling & such as the boys are walking down the same sidewalk. Honey & girls run into the two boys, Honey bonks heads with the one wearing glasses.* *David & Honey in unison:”Oww!”* *Other two girls & Jimmy watch the encounter, David straightens his glasses* David-You again! Honey- I’m soo, David? Well, we just keep running into each other don’t we? David-More like you keep running into me! *Both give small laugh. Girls & Jimmy clear their throats* Jimmy-David, you ok man? David-Ya, ya. I’m cool. *Daisy & Meagan roll their eyes, Daisy decides to spice it up* Daisy-Well Honey you said you fell for him but failed to mention you were on first name basis! *Honey shot her a look that could kill* David-What? Honey-Nothing, nothing. Daisy was referring to our little run in earlier is all. Meagan-Actaully Honey, Daisy here was referring to your little infatuation with David! *David & Jimmy look at Honey* Honey-Uh, haha, Meagan your so funny! See she’s referring to my crush on David....David Van Prick, Wyke I mean. The mayors son. *Gives nervous laugh* Jimmy-Uh-huh. Sure ivory. David-Jimmy lay off her huh?! Jimmy-What? She is an ivory, they are ivory! Daisy- Excuse you, you don’t hear us calling you names! Jimmy-I hear you folk calling us names everyday missy! Daisy-My name is Daisy!! Come on Meagan, Honey, lets go. Get away from these ruffians! *Grabs Meagan & Honey by the arms, Honey breaks away* Honey-Ruffins. Daisy-What? Honey-Jimmy & David Ruffin. Daisy-Aww you know his last name too, how cute now lets go! Honey-Um, you gals go ahead, I’m gonna use the restroom here real quick & I’ll catch up with you. Meagan-Fine, come on Daisy! *They huffed off* Jimmy-Come on David lets leave miss ivory here & be on our way. David-You know what I gotta use the restroom too. Jimmy-David you went like twenty minutes ago! David-Well I gotta go again. Jimmy-You gotta bladder like a women! *Huffs off* Honey-You don’t really have to go do you? David-No & neither do you I’m guessing. Honey-Great minds think alike....wanna walk? David-Ya, sure. Why not. Honey-I have um two apologies for you. David-You can give me your two apologies if I can ask you one question, ladies first of course. Honey-Deal. I want to apologize for running into you, again. I’m surprised you don’t have a concussion from me yet. And I want to apologize on behalf of my friends. They were very rude! David-Both apologies excepted & I have been feeling rather light headed thanks to you, though no full on concussion has occurred. *Honey & David laugh* David-Can I ask my question now? Honey-You just asked one. *Laughs* David-David Van Wyke huh? Or is it prick? *Both laugh* Honey-Oh, David Van Wyke is correct, I just prefer prick. David-Now why would you say that if your infatuated with him? Honey-Eww, lied. I’m not infatuated, atleast not with him! David-So there’s another David your infatuated with? Honey-Perhaps.... David-Ah & what’s he like? Honey-He’s....you’ve gone far beyond your one question! David-Oh I am sorry, curiosity got the better of me. *Honey stops walking, as does he. She steps closer to him* Honey-Hmm, & do tell me Mr. David Ruffin; why would you be so curious as to whom I’m infatuated with? *Silence between the two* David-Well you see there’s this girl you know, & we keep running into each other & I was wondering if you could put in a good word for me. Honey-Oh, run into girls often do you? Well I have many friends I’m afraid you’ll have to describe this girl I supposedly know to me. *They start walking side by side again* David- Alright, well she’s about your height, has these amazing hazel eyes! Honey-Oh really, I don’t know if I know anyone with hazel eyes besides myself. David-That’s odd cause this girl happens to have long, luxurious honey blonde hair like you too. Honey-Is that so? *David walk in front of her to stop her from walking & they stand* David-She’s the most beautiful girl I’ve ever seen, kind too. *Their gazing into each others eyes, Honey swallows hard & is breathing heavy* Honey-And um, is she....is she white like I am too? Because, I’m afraid if so that this girl your looking for & you can never be. *Short silence* David-That does interfere a bit doesn’t it? Honey-I’m afraid so. *Daisy & Meagan across the street* Daisy-Honey come on we got to get back! Honey-I have to go. *begins walking away & turns to David* You know I’m sure if color didn’t have to be an issue, that this girl I know would’ve fell head over heals for you! *She smiled at him & ran off with her friends. David, that thought in his mind headed home. Next morning, Sunday. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 7: Honeys house.* DD-Up up! Ladies you gotta get home, Honey get dressed, we got to get to church! Honey-Ma 10 more minutes please!! DD-Nope, up all of you now. Breakfast be done in 10 minutes! Daisy-Ya know my mom would’ve let us sleep in! Meagan-Mine too. Honey-Well your mothers ain’t mine so lets get up & dressed huh? *Begin to wash up & get dressed* Daisy-That was an awful long bathroom break you had last night.... Meagan-Did David have to go too or did he wait outside for you? *Daisy & Meagan giggle* Honey-For your information....oh it’s none of ya’lls business! Daisy & Meagan in unison: Uh-huh. *Honey & family entering church, attend church, walking out of church* DD-Sure was crowded in there today, stifling! JD-Sure was. Honey-Mama, I must’ve left my purse back in there! DD-I’ll go back & get it with you. *David walks up to them* David-Excuse me, Honey! Missing something? *Smiling* Honey-Dav....Mr.Ruffin. Thank you, I was just about to get it. DD-You know this young man? Honey-Yes. Mother, father. May I introduce David Ruffin. He....helped me find an item in the grocery store yesterday. JD-Nice to meet you young man! David-You too sir! *Shakes hands* DD-Thank you for helping our daughter yesterday & returning her purse, continue on your way now. *Honey looks at her mother, then back to David & gives a small nod* David-Yes ma’am. Good day to ya’ll. *Walks off* Honey-Mother! DD-Don’t raise your voice at me young lady, now lets get home. It’s as stifling out here as it was in there. *They go home, David arrives home* ~~~~~~~~~~ *Later that evening* ER-David, Jimmy! I’m home!! Jimmy-In here mama!(yells from living room). ER-How was work Jimmy? Jimmy-Slow as it is every Sunday ma’am. Got my pay check though. ER-Good, lord knows we need that. Jimmy-Why, didn’t you get yours today? ER-Well ya hun but we got more then one bill to pay ya know? Jimmy-Yes ma’am. ER-David, how was church this morning? You pray for me & Jimmy? Daivd-Always do mama.*Smiles* I even did a good deed! ER-You did? Well that’s my baby! Lets hear it. David-Well uh, Honey....Ms. Daniels left her purse behind so I caught up to her & returned it. ER-Good, I’m sure she was thankful. Seems like a sweet child. David-Sweet as Honey. *Him & his ma laugh* Jimmy-I’ve met sweeter. ER-Boy what’s wrong with you? She helped your brother out yesterday! Jimmy-She also got him into trouble in the first place! ER-Jimmy what’s gotten into you this week?! Jimmy-Nothing mama....excuse me. *Walks out* David-I told Melvin I’d come over tonight, can I? Mama Rose expecting me too. ER-Course child, tell ya aunt & Melvin I say “Hi” & give ‘em my love! David-Sure thing mama. *Runs out to Melvin’s*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:48:58 GMT -5
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Davids Story Chapter 8: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Melvin’s house* David- *Enters on his own* Melvin, Momma Rose!! Momma Rose(MR)-In here child *yells from kitchen* Melvin- Hey Dave how ya doing?! Where’s Jimmy? David-Oh uh, he wasn’t feeling to well. Melvin-To bad man, tell him to feel better. MR-I’ll send some soup home with ya David, for Jimmy. David- Thanks Momma Rose. Melvin-Well don’t feel right singing with out Jimmy here so tell me what’s going on with you. David-Naw, you first man. Haven’t seen ya at all this weekend & we got school tomorrow. Melvin-Right. Well I met this guy, names Otis Williams. Met him on Tuesday, he had to chase me down too cause I thought he was trouble! David-*Laughs* You’ve always been so paranoid man! What he want? Melvin-Well, he wanted me to join his singing group so I said yes. David-Man you never say no! You too trusting! MR-*Hollers from living room* That’s what I told him! David-*Laughs* Alright, so what’s the group called & do ya’ll need another singer? *winks* Melvin-Sorry Ruff, we got all the members we need. Group name is “Otis Williams & the Distant’s”. We got a manager & everything already, we even got a performance coming up! David-That’s great man! Jimmy & I will be there! Melvin-Course you’ll be there, scanning the crowd for cards! David-What you talking about? I go to support you....& if I happen to get a card so be it. Melvin-Right, right. *laughs*. So what you been up to? David-Nothing really. I did meet this one chick though, she’s pretty cool. Melvin-David, not another fling! Don’t ya wanna go steady with a girl just once in your life? David- First of all, we’re young; we gotta enjoy the fruits! Second of all, she ain’t just a fling. In fact, her & I can’t be anything. Melvin-And whys that? She not good enough for The David Ruffin?! David-Naw she’s definitely good enough for me.... Melvin-Uh-huh, so what’s the problem? David- I gettin’ there! She’s good enough, just....she’s white. Melvin-White?! Ah Ruff you screwed now & not in the way you usually are! David-Why I in trouble, didn’t say I liked her! Melvin- Ah but you do, I know you do! David-How you know that Blue? Melvin-Cause your easy to read & you said she wasn’t “just a fling”. David-Damn, I slipping! Melvin-Guess so. But you know what, color shouldn’t matter; ask her out anyways. No woman in their right mind says no to you! David- That’s true, but where I gonna take her? Melvin-Well bring her to our performance, tell Jimmy to get a date too & we’ll make a night of it! David-One problem. Her parents, her dad seems cool enough, but her ma’s one of them hoidy toidy people ya know? Melvin-Hoidy toidy parents? What’s this girls name? David-Honey, Honey Daniels. Melvin-Daniels? Man you in an even deeper hole now! She’s got the richest family here in Detroit, besides the mayor of course. You got your work cut out for ya. David-Not work Blue, a challenge. *Smirks* Melvin-Call it what you will. How’d you meet her? David-Jimmy hit on her & her friends. *Both laugh* MR-David it’s getting late. *Hands him bowl of chicken noodle soup* Take that to your brother & take care dear. *Leads him to door* David-Sure thing Momma Rose. Ma gives her love to you two. *nods head at Momma Rose & Melvin* G’night Momma Rose*kisses her cheek*, see ya Blue! *leaves* *David arrives home* ER-David?! Where’d you get the soup? David-Oh um, Momma Rose told me I the skinniest boy she’s ever seen & that I need to eat so she gave me some left overs. *Puts soup in fridge & kisses his ma on the cheek* Night ma, I going to bed! *Runs upstairs*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 9: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Next day, after school; Honey, Daisy & Meagan walking* Daisy- Well today sure was exciting! *dripping with sarcasm* Meagan- Oh ya it was....*yawns* what you think Honey? Honey- Well I don’t care how fascinating anyone’s classes may be, a Mondays a Monday & their just plain boring & uneventful all the time! However....I do believe this weekend was eventful, exciting dare I say huh girls?! *Laughs teasingly* Daisy-For you, if your referring to that colored boy who’s as infatuated with you as you are with him! Then yes, I’d say it was eventful. Meagan-Ya Honey. Honey-I am not infatuated with him & I’m sure he could care less about me, besides; his brother wants me put 6 feet under! Meagan-His brother wants us all 6 feet under, that’s got nothing to do with anything though! Honey-Your both so dramatic! Daisy-And your not? Come on, you LOVE him!! *David walks up behind them* David-Love who? *All 3 girls jump startled & turn to face David* Honey-*Smacks him with the sweater she was carrying* Don’t do that!! You scared me to death!! David-Well obviously not, your still standing & breathing quiet heavily might I add. *smiles* Honey-*Frustrated sigh* That’s cause you scared me! David-Sorry ‘bout that. *Daisy &Meagan giggle at the two of them* David-Now, who ya love? Honey-Ohh, you think your so smart don’t you? David-Well yes ma’am I do but I don’t see what that has to do with anything. *Smirks* Daisy- Honey, me & Megs gonna head off. See ya later! *both run off* David-Look we even have privacy now, so tell me! Honey-Fine, I love my family! Now excuse me, I really must be on my way home. *Starts to walk off* David-*runs up to her* Let me walk you home then! Honey-Alright, if you insist. David-I do. So, who ya love besides you family? Honey-My friends. David-And? Honey-No one else. David-Yes you do! Honey-You just love to push things don’t you? David-Sometimes, but I’ll back off. Just for you. *Smiles* Honey-Well that’s nice of you. And for your information they were saying I love you. What with you following me around like this I’m not surprised they got that idea into their heads! David-Hey they didn’t say I love you, they said you love me so they must’ve been referring to you running into me all the time & not me “following” you! Honey-Uh, I don’t run into you, we run into each other! And you must follow me, I mean you were right behind me & my girls not 2 minutes ago; you came out of no where!! David-Oh that, well.... Honey-Ha, ain’t so cocky now are ya? I was right, you follow me! David-I just wanted to talk to ya is all. Honey-Your intentions really that pure huh? David-Course they are! Where do you get off questioning me after I returned your purse yesterday & had to deal with your snotty mother?! Honey-My mother is not snotty, &...how dare you say that! I’ll have you know she is a VERY kind women & she & I & my father were great full for you returning my purse! And she was not being snotty, she was just cranky because of the heat! David-Sorry, no need to be so defensive. *Raises hands in surrender* Honey-No need to be defensive? You insulted my mother! You....you.... David-What? Honey-You judgmental....stalker! David-Judgmental stalker? Well you’re a spoiled, pain in the ass brat! *Arrives at her porch* Honey-Excuse me?! Uh, your unbelievable you know that? First you lay on the charm then you....unleash this beastly behavior! All I was trying to do was thank you for returning my purse & defending my mother! David-And you love me!
Honey-Oh, & to add to your cockiness you’re a smart ass now! An arrogant smart ass! David-Such language & name calling from a young lady, how un-proper. *smirks* Honey-Good day Mr.Ruffin! *Slams door in his face* JD-Honey, why’d you slam the door? Honey-*Startled* I’m sorry papa, you startled me! JD-Didn’t mean to, now why’d you slam the door? Honey-I....there was a bee. *Said as innocently as possible*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 10: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Tuesday morning before school, in Honeys bedroom* DD-*Knocks softly on door & enters* Honey, why aren’t you out of bed yet? Honey-Oh mama I don’t feel very well! DD-*Leans over & feels forehead* Well you are warm, what hurts? Honey-My stomach, & I have a headache.... DD-Well I suppose you can stay home. Your father of course works today & I do have a community charity meeting to attend this evening & errands to run all day. Do you think you can handle being home sick by yourself? Honey-I’m sure I can, I think I just need to rest. Thanks mama. DD-Sure sweetie. Your father should be home by 6 & I’ll be home around 8 after my meeting. *Kisses her forehead & leaves* Honey-That was easy! *laughs* I haven’t pretended to be sick since grade school. *Later that afternoon, 3 o-clock to be precise. Schools out, Honeys still at home in her night gown just relaxing* *Honeys doorbell rings* Honey-*Answers door* Hello....oh it’s you. *Starts closing door, David pulls it open* David-Ya me. Heard you were sick. Honey-Oh really, who told you that? David-Um Daisy & Meagan. Honey-Course they did. *David stares at her* What are you staring at?! David-Um, you, your...*looks her up & down* um. Honey-*looks at herself* Oh my God! *Runs into her house & grabs her bathrobe to cover herself, left front door open so David looks in* David-Aren’t you gonna invite me in? Honey-No!! David-Fine. *Walks in on his own & closes the door behind him* Honey-Just what do you think you are doing? *finishes tying her robe* Are you insane? Get out! David-To answer all 3 of your questions. First of all I think all I’m doing is checking up on you to see how sick you are. Second, no I’m not insane. Third of all, well “Get out!” is a command really not a question, but I don’t do to well with being ordered around so no, I won’t get out. *Steps closer to her* Honey-*Gasps* Touch me & I swear I’ll scream so loud every cop in town will be here in seconds! David-Damn girl, wasn’t gonna touch ya! Don’t flatter yourself.... Honey-Oh, sorry. David-Nice place. Honey-Thanks. David-*Sits in a plush chair in the sitting room* So how sick are ya? Honey-Oh very, in fact I could be contagious; you should go. David-Trying to get rid of me huh, well I don’t scare to easy....plus I have a strong immune system. *Both laugh* Honey-I’m not sick at all, I was just so tired this morning, I felt more tired then I have in a long time; I think you exhausted me yesterday. David-Ah well I’m sorry about that. I shouldn’t have said that about your mother. I’m sure it was the heat that got to her so I take that “snotty” comment back. Honey-Good then I take back the “judgmental stalker” & “arrogant smart ass” comments. Now take back what you said to me, you know the “ spoiled, pain in the ass brat” one & we’ll call it an even trade. *Smiles* David-*Smile back* Can’t do that, can’t take back the truth. Honey-*Jaw drops* The truth? So you think I am a spoiled pain in the ass brat?! David- I said it didn’t I? I ain’t one of those people that say what they don’t mean, usually anyways. Honey-You know you were this close *makes small space between her fingers* to redeeming yourself in my eyes but you just threw that out! David-And why should I care what you think of me? *Stands up & walks over to her amused* Honey-Because....*he moves closer to her* because....*David’s standing a mere 6 inches from her face* David-Because why? Honey-Because*said slightly breathless, realizes how close he is & panics & pushes him away* Get away from me, why do you have to be so close to me?! *Moves & sits on the couch* David-Sorry, I’m a close kinda guy. Honey-I noticed! And I’m a spoiled pain in the ass brat!! David-Yes, but I never said that was a bad thing, as a matter of fact; that could be what draws me to you. Honey-So now your drawn to me? Pssh, that’s original. Your brother teach you that line?! David-Wasn’t a line. This is though, wanna come to a concert with me on Saturday? Honey-Your good, fantastic even. David-No seriously. Honey-No I know your serious, I am too. I’m impressed even that you have the gall to ask me on a date! I must say I underestimated your determination....*laughs* David-What’s so funny? Honey-*laughing still* Your are, first we run into each other constantly, then we flirt shamelessly yet harmlessly, then we insult each other, then you barge into my house looking me up & down in my night gown, & now your asking me out on a date!! *Burst into more laughter* David-*Stares at her slightly puzzled yet amused, sits next to her on the couch as she’s laughing; clears throat* Are you ok? Honey-*Stops laughing abruptly* I’m fine, just fine....I really do think you should leave now. David-*Stares a moment* Alright, I’ll go. *Stands up & goes & opens door & steps onto porch, she follows* Honey-Thank you for stopping by to check on me, it was sweet of you. David-Oh so now I’m sweet? *Both laugh* But, I’m not leaving this porch till you answer my question. Will you or will you not go out with me? Honey-No, I won’t. David-Why not? Honey-Because I don’t want to! David-Denying your desires is very bad for your health young lady. Honey-Is that right? And since when is dating you a desire of mine? David-Since ya first saw me. Honey-Love at first sight thing huh? No, I don’t think so. David-Why won’t you go out with me, & don’t give me that you don’t want to crap cause I don’t buy it. Honey-*Sighs* I just can’t, we can’t. And I think your very aware as to why. David-Color....tell me, do you always do what your told, what’s expected of you? Do you every do anything you wanna do? You know, for fun. Honey-Well I skipped school today for fun. And yes, I do do what I’m told. What’s wrong with that? David-Nothing, nothing. I just thought you were more....rebellious, free. Honey-I can be, but I’m still not going to go out with you! *Heads back inside the door as he walks down the porch steps, then sticks her head back out the door* Wait!! *David turns & looks back* Saturday what time?! David-*Smiles* Eight, meet me at the front of your school! *Runs off* *Honey walks back inside. Later that evening, at 8 after her ma & pa are home; at the dinner table* DD-So Honey, are you feeling better? You look slightly flushed. Honey-Ya, yes. I’m alright. I feel better, I’ll be fine for school tomorrow I’‘m sure. JD-Good, glad to hear it. Besides, you need your education. *Smiles at her* Honey-Yes sir. *Continues eating dinner* Um, what did you two think of the boy that returned my purse at church on Sunday? JD-He seemed like a nice boy. DD-Yes, a nice boy. For a colored anyway. Honey-Mama, don’t say that. DD-Well he is. JD-Why do you ask Honey? Honey-I was just wondering is all. He....walked me home from school yesterday. DD-Well it better not happen again, we can’t have that now can we? JD-All he did was walk her home Diane. DD-And you think it’s as innocent as that? No, no. Them types always have other intentions. Honey-Them types? Mother you don’t really believe what everyone says about them do you?! DD-I have no reason not to believe. Honey-Father tell her she’s wrong! JD-Alright, this conversations to heated for a dinner table; so lets just end it there. Honey-*Looks down at her plate* Yes papa....may I be excused? I should rest up if I’m going to be well enough for school tomorrow. JD-Go ahead. *Smiles*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 11: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Same night, Melvin’s house* David-*Runs into the house* Melvin! Melvin I gotta talk to ya! Melvin-*Rushes out from his bedroom to the living room to meet David. Otis following him.* What’s wrong Ruff? Are you ok? Jimmy, your mom?! David-No, no we’re all fine. I just need to talk to ya....whose this?*Nods to Otis* Melvin-Oh uh, David Ruffin this is Otis Williams, Otis Williams, David Ruffin. Otis-Nice to meet you, heard a lot about you! David-Ya, ya me too. Heard Melvin’s part of your singing group now. Sure you guys don’t need an extra member. Otis-*Laughs* Ya, sorry man we full. Melvin-David! Explain yourself, you can’t just rush in here unannounced yelling “I need to talk to ya” then say nothing!! David-Sure I can, I do it all the time. *Smirks* Though I am surprised Momma Rose didn’t say anything. Melvin-She ain’t home, otherwise the first words outta your mouth would have been “Let me explain!”. *All 3 laugh* David-Ha, your right there. Anyways, came to tell ya I got a date for Saturday! Melvin-So you gave up on Ms. Daniels quickly. David-Naw man, she is my date! She said yes, well sorta.... Otis-Sorta? How does that work? And what do you mean Ms. Daniels? Melvin-He means the Ms. Honey Daniels O! He got a date with her to our concert Saturday! But wait, what do you mean by she sorta said yes? David-Well, I kinda invited myself into her house, insulted her & ticked her off a bit, was leaving & she said “No” to me, flat out NO! Then as I was walking off her porch she asked me what time Saturday & so I have a date! *Otis & Blue laughing hysterically* David-What? Melvin-That is the funniest thing I’ve ever heard! Man if you don’t got a date don’t go make up some crazy story, just tell us; we’ll find ya a girl. Otis-Your as crazy as Blue said man! *Both O & Blue laugh more* David-I ain’t kiddin’ she’s coming I swear it! Melvin-Prove it! David-How I suppose to do that, you’ll just have to see her with me at the concert?! Melvin-Nope, I want proof before Saturday night. Anything in anyway you can think of, I just want proof before Saturday....you know; to prove your not insane. *Laughs* David- Oh it’s gonna be like that huh? What happened to being all so trusting Blue? Melvin-I am trusting, just not gullible! Otis-You gotta admit man, not only is she Honey Daniels!! She’s white, how many interracial couples you see round here in Detroit?! Melvin-No worries Ruff, if you really got a date with her; proving it to us should be easy right? David-Whatever you say man, though I shouldn’t have to prove anything to you! In fact, I really don’t care whether you two believe me or not. If she wants to meet you two, fine I’ll introduce you, if it makes no difference to her it’ll make no difference to me. *Gets up to leave, walks to door, about to walk out as Momma Rose is coming in* MR-David! *Said startled* David-Hey Momma Rose *kisses her cheek* Bye Momma Rose! *Runs off* MR-*Enters house & stares at Melvin & Otis* What was that? Melvin-Uh....*Both Otis & Melvin just shrug*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:52:55 GMT -5
Davids Story Chapter 12: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Still that same night, Honey in her bedroom on the phone with Daisy* Honey-You told him I was sick!! Daisy-Well you are aren’t ya? Honey-No, no I’m not & You know that cause I was perfectly fine yesterday! Daisy-Well sorry, he seemed generally concerned when he asked me & Megs after school where you were. Besides, I didn’t think you’d mind him dropping by. Honey-Well I did, do mind! I answered the door in my night gown & his eyes certainly roamed! Then he basically invites himself in & insults me some & aggravates me to no end & then he!.... Daisy-And then he what? What he do?! Honey-Nothing, never mind. Daisy-Honey Allison Daniels spit it out!! Honey-He asked me out! *smacks self in head for saying it* Daisy-*Squeals over phone* He did not?! Oh my God what’d you say?! Honey-I said no, flat out no! Daisy-Uh-huh.... Honey-And then I changed my mind.... Daisy-So you got a date with a colored?! Honey-He’s name is David & it’s not a date,....it’s a late night outing. Daisy-You can try & use any amount of logic you want to try & explain it away, but it’s a date. Honey-I.... Daisy-It’s a date! Date, date, date, date!!!! Honey-Fine! It’s a date. Now drop it & never tell him were I am again because I felt so utterly exposed when I opened that door!!....well actually it was after I realized that he was staring but still, I never need an incident like that again! Daisy-Fine, Megs & I will keep our mouths shut. So, have you told your beloved parents of this “date” your going on? Honey-No. My mother doesn’t approve of him at all because he’s “colored”. Daisy-You didn’t really expect her to approve of him did you? What exactly did she say? Honey-She said “He’s a nice boy, for a colored”. She infuriates me beyond belief with that garbage! He has a different color skin tone, who cares? What if I go lay out in the sun for a while & get really tan....is she gonna disown me cause my skin color changed?! Daisy-See, your as dramatic as me & Meagan are! *laughs* She has a point though Honey, I mean look at his brother...you know the things people say about colored’s; what if it’s all true? What will you do then? Honey- I refuse to believe all colored’s are slobs, wife abusers, drunks, thieves, etc. It’s impossible for them to be all like that, besides, David’s NOTHING like his brother!! Daisy-Ummm.... Honey-Ok their both infuriating! That’s were their similarities end though. Besides even Jimmy isn’t a drunk, thief, all that other stuff! Daisy-How do you know that? You’ve known them both for a what a total of 5 days, a week?! They could be what everyone thinks they are, they just moved here Honey!! Honey-Well if David ends up being like that do you really think I’ll let him near me ever again? Do you think I’m that stupid?!
Daisy-No but you are naive & have a crush on the guy! Honey-It’s not a crush....we’re just going on one date, & I am not naive! You know what, I’m tired, can we just end this please? Daisy-Alright, I’ll let you go. Me & Megs will talk to you tomorrow. Bye. *hangs up*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 13: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Later that week, Friday afternoon after school, girls just walking around town* Meagan-So Honey, you excited for tomorrow? *giggles* Daisy-Oh that’s right, someone has her first date don’t they?! Honey-It’s an outing & I’m more scared, nervous really.... Meagan-Well don’t be, after all he asked you out & you..& ourselves, are the most adored girls in town! Honey-Don’t know about that, I mean....*runs into someone & falls back, girls bend down over her & so does the person she ran into* David Van Wyke(DVW)-Honey, Honey are you ok? *Honey stares up at him blankly* Honey-David? DVW-*Smiles* Ya, it’s me. I’m so sorry, I wasn’t watching where I was going; are you alright?*Puts his hand on her back to ease her up* Honey-I’m fine, it’s my fault I’m such a klutz. *Stands up* DVW-Here let me help you. *tries to help her regain her composer* Honey-I’m FINE David *lets out deep breath* I’m fine, please just go & let us be on our way. DVW-Alright...you know I was thinking, we could get together sometime.... Honey-Uh-huh..*preparing to walk away with the girls* . DVW-Like this weekend, tonight, tomorrow night?! *David(Ruffin) walks up onto the scene but stops & listens before making an appearance* Honey-Hmm, *walks closer to him & stands her ground* Sorry David, I don’t date out of my species! *He gawks at her, she smiles* Excuse me, I must be on my way. *Walks off on her own*. Daisy-I’m sure she didn’t mean it Mr. Van Wyke! Meagan-Surely she couldn’t have, she must’ve just had a bad day at school! Daisy-Or is not feeling well or something to that extent! Meagan-Please forgive her! She meant nothing by it. DVW-I’m sure ladies, excuse me. *Walks off* Meagan & Daisy-*Deep sigh of relief, then David(Ruffin) walks up to them* David-Meagan, Daisy; hello *smiles* Daisy-Nope, no way. We have to keep our mouths shut! Meagan-Honey said we’re not to say a word to you & to keep our mouths shut cause last time we talked to you, you charged into her home & undressed her with your eyes! *puts hand over her mouth, shocked by what she said* Oh my, don’t tell her I said that! David-*Gives small laugh* Daisy-What is it you want? David-Was that who I thought it was? Daisy-The mayors son, David Van Wyke? Yes it was. Devastatingly handsome, charming, smart, sophisticated, great dancer, a wealthy white man that is everything Honeys parents could want for her. Why do you ask? David-I see. And what does she want & approve of? Clearly not him, someone that is....oh how do you say; out of her species?! *smirks* Meagan-*laughs* Daisy-*Glares at Meagan so she stops laughing* Mr. Ruffin, perhaps David Van Wyke is out of her species, but you are out of her color. *Walks away with Meagan right behind her* *David walks away from the scene himself & decides to walk around the town aimlessly. Meanwhile in a malt shop Honey sits at a window booth drowning her concerns in a sarsparilla. David(Ruffin) walks by & see’s her through the window, enters & sits at her booth opposite from her.* David-Hey *Honey looks up from her drink, startled* Honey-David! David-Sorry, did I scare ya? Honey-You startled me is more what you did. *Begins twiddling her hands* David-So you ready for a good time tomorrow night? Honey-Tomorrow night! Yes, um I’m ready. I....can’t wait. *Her hands twiddling faster, David takes notice & reaches out to her hands, taking one in his* David-You know it’s not proper to fidget at the table? *Gives her a smile* Honey-*Looks at her hand in is* I’m, just frustrated is all. I ran into someone I don’t favor much & then there’s tomorrow night. I told my parents I was spending the night at Meagan’s house to study, which is obviously a lie & I don’t lie! I don’t like to do it & I’m not good at it &.....*sighs frustrated* David-Hey, I’m flattered you lied for me *smirks, both laugh & smile* Look at that, I can make ya smile. Honey-*Blushes* Well, it was a one time thing. David-So, that person you ran into that you don’t favor much.....was he out of your species? *Mischievous grin spreading across his lips* Honey-Yes & ....you eavesdropped on me? David-No, I....overheard your run in. Honey-Liar, but your lucky that conversation you “overheard” was of no importance to me. David-Daisy & Meagan found it rather important, I’m afraid you might’ve humiliated them in front of “Prince Charming” a.k.a. the mayors son David Van Wyke...Prick, whichever. *laughs* Honey-He’s a pompous, egotistical jerk that thinks he’s Gods gift to women & is perfect in every way! I loathe him.... David-Wow, guess I’m lucky you love me then! *Honey raises an eyebrow at him & playfully throws her cherry from her drink at him, both laugh* Honey-You are so annoying! David-*laughs* Well it’s an improvement from “judgmental stalker”. Honey-Hey I took that back! Besides, the truth is you are annoying & uh, how did you put it? Oh yes I remember “Can’t take back the truth”. David-Well, at least I know you listen to me. *smiles, she then notices her hand still in his & pulls it away* Honey-I should be going. *Gets up* David-Can I walk ya home? Honey-I would let you but my parents wouldn’t approve....I told them you walked me home once before & it didn’t sit well with my mother; I’m sorry. David-*Gets up* I understand, don’t worry about it. * Looks hurt/disappointed & begins to walk out, Honey catches up to him outside the shop* Honey-*Takes his hand in hers while walking beside him* On the other hand, who said I have to go home right now? I simply said I should go. *Smiles up at him & he smiles back* David-Alright....so you remember when we first met last week & the cop came over & asked if me & my brother were bothering you? Honey-Yes. David-Well you said that we just moved here & wanted directions to the theater, how’d you know we just moved here? Honey-I didn’t. I just made it up. I hoped it’d convince him & he’d be on his way. So you really just moved here? David-Yes ma’am. Honey-Where you from? David-Down by Merridean, Whynot Mississippi to be exact. Honey-From down south? Wow, all the way to here...Detroit, Michigan. Why’d you come here? David-Well it wasn’t my choice, but I wasn’t gonna complain. This is the hometown of Motown Records after all. Honey-Ah, music fan are ya? David-For sure. Smokey Robinson, The Cadillacs, The Chantells, etc. I love music. I’ve been in church choirs since forever. In fact, I’m gonna join the church choir here....least I hope to if I get the time. I’m trying to get me a record deal. Honey-That’s very ambitious of you, I admire that. But you gonna have a lot of competition, there are tons of music groups & solo artist trying to make it; especially with Motown Records! David-Don’t I know it! My cousin Melvin just joined another singing group called Otis Williams & the Distant’s. He’s already recorded but keeps switching groups. The concert we’re going to tomorrow night, he & his new group gonna be performing. Honey-How exciting! Your cousin, Melvin, must be good if he’s recorded before. David-He is, he is an amazing bass! What kinda music you listen too? Honey-Well, I’m not supposed to listen to “colored” music but it’s pretty inevitable. Besides, I rather favor it myself. However I love all music. Swing, jazz, classical, rock & roll, etc. You know when you asked me what I do for fun? David-I remember. Honey-Well I love to dance, go out dancing. That’s the only reason I love being invited to big parties & balls & what not. I love dancing, gliding across the floor in elegant gowns. All my thoughts just kind of drift away....it’s like I’m flying. *Smiles dreamily up at him, then looks away* I’m a stupid women, I’m sorry. I’m sure you didn’t want to hear that. David-On the contrary. I’m glad you told me....we can dance up a storm tomorrow night! *Both laugh* Look where we’ve ended up. *Stop outside Honeys house* Honey-So much for not walking me home. Thank you though, I’ll see you tomorrow night. David-Can’t wait....*kisses her hand & walks away. Honey walks into her home in a daze*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Apology: Mt next chapter is going to be in set in April 1960 at the St. Stephen Community Center. But wait, didn't I say my story started in 1958?....I did. So you'll have to ignore that & say I made it start in the year of 1960 in order for the scene in this following chapter to be correct. Please except my apology! My story is trying to follow the events of the movie as accurately as possibe....date wise. =) Read on & enjoy!!
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:55:30 GMT -5
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Davids Story Chapter 14 : ~~~~~~~~~~ *Saturday afternoon, 4 o-clock. Honeys house, in her bedroom with Daisy & Meagan* Meagan-Ok so let me get this straight. You told your parents you were spending the night at my house to do some studying & go out with me & Daisy correct? Honey-*Frantically rummaging through her closet* Yep. Meagan-So me & Daisy are gonna go to a movie & hang out while your where ever doing whatever with David? Honey*Still looking through her clothes* Yes, & I don’t know where I’m going with David except that it’s to some concert so don’t even make a reference to other “activities”! Meagan-Wasn’t going to. So, me & Daisy will be done with the movie & hanging out by 11-11:30ish & we’ll meet you back outside of our school & be back home by my curfew....midnight. Honey-That’s the plan.... Meagan- And it better go off without a hitch or my parents will kill me! There pretty lenient in general but not with my curfew! Daisy- Well everything should go according to plan if Ms. Daniels her doesn’t extend her time limit with her BLACK prince charming!! *laughs* Honey-You don’t have to emphasize his skin color....I’m quiet aware of it. *Stuffing her clothes in her suitcase* There, done! Daisy-Your not planning on wearing that on your “date” are you? *Nods at the outfit Honeys in, which is what she wore to school(a simple yellow sun dress). Meagan-Ya Honey....it is your first date. Honey-I know that! I just totally forgot my wardrobe....*begins rummaging through her closet again* Daisy-You should wear something sexy! *Laughs* Honey-Ha, right! Because I own something like that*states sarcastically*, I don’t know what I’m going to wear....or how to do my hair....I don’t know anything! *Is overcome in a state of panic* What, what if he doesn’t dance how I do? What if we go out to dinner before or after the concert? What if...he wants to kiss me?! Oh my God!! Meagan-Calm down! *holds her by the arms* Breath! Get your head together. Honey-*Breathing deeply & heavily* Calm down, right. Daisy-First of all, no kissing on a first date. Least not for someone like you.... Honey-Someone like me? Daisy-Yes, a little miss goody goody who has morals & no sense of rebellion; unlike myself *smirks* Meagan-Ignore her.... Daisy-Second of all, whatever you do; like Megs warned, don’t cross your time limit with him. Third of all, you’ll look great....especially with me & Megs advice so you have no worries. Honey-*Rolls her eyes* I do too have a sense of rebellion, I am dating out of my color! And you do have morals like I do & you know it. And you didn’t answer my dancing question *Laughs ,looks through closet again & finds a simple yet elegant ruby red satin dress....it was one of her party dresses, easy to dance in. She decided it would be perfect.* This is the one....*lays it out on her bed* Meagan-It’s gorgeous! Isn’t that the one you wore to last years All Hallows Eve Ball? Honey-It is, a favorite of mine. Easy to dance in too. Daisy-And doesn’t make you look like an already settled down women *giggles* Honey-Shut up Daisy! *Goes to the bathroom to change, calls from behind the door* Could one of you kindly get out my red shoes that match....the ones with the straps on the sides?! Meagan-Got ‘em. *Sets them out for her, Honey finishes changing & comes out* Honey-Do I look ok? *asks nervously* Daisy-Ok?! You’ll knock him off his feet girl! Honey-*Laughs* Hope not, I’ve done that to him enough... Daisy-Ah but this time you’ll knock him off his feet in a good way. Now what to do with this incredibly luxurious hair you were blessed with & that me & Megs envy?! *giggles from Daisy & Meagan* Honey- Well I was thinking I could curl it & just pin the sides back to the middle with that diamond clasp I got for Christmas....what do you guys think? Meagan-Magnificent darling! *In mock French accent, girls laugh & do her hair. Later, 7:30; girls are leaving* JD-Goodnight dear, have fun ladies. DD-Honey, aren’t you a little over done for the movies? Honey-Oh, um after the movie Meagan’s parents are having some sort of dinner party so when me & the girls return we are to join them if it’s not to late & I wanted to look appropriate... DD-Oh, in that case your look stunning. JD-That you do Honey *smiles* Honey-Thanks. Night daddy, momma. *Kisses them on the cheeks & leaves with Daisy & Meagan* Well, that was close! Daisy-But we made it. *Takes Honeys suitcase* Alright, me & Megs are going to go drop your stuff off & then go to a movie. You....go meet your date! *Smiles* Meagan-You ready? Honey-Ready as I’ll ever be. See you guys later! *Runs off to go meet David in front of her school. Arrives & he’s waiting on one of the benches, rises when he see’s her approaching* David-*Walks up to her*You.... Honey-I what? Do I look alright? Is it appropriate for the concert? *Talking fast & nervous* David-You look absolutely stunning is what I was trying to say. *Gives a smile* Honey-Oh, thank you. I wasn’t sure if it was suitable....*smiles back* And you, by the way don’t look to bad yourself! *Smiles. David’s in black dress pants with red dress shirt under a black sports jacket....in other words hott as usual* David-Well, you look great & I know I look good so shall we? *Both laugh, he politely extends his arm for her to take which she does & they head on their way to the concert*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 15: ~~~~~~~~~~ *David & Honey enter the St. Stephen Community Center. Most the crowd(& the performers) are black in color* Honey-*Swallows nervously, David notices* David-It’s probably different then what your used to but just keep an open mind. You’ll have a good time, I promise. *Smiles at her, she smile back; though unsure of his statement* Honey-I’ll take your word for it... *Melvin shouts to his cousin across the room, him & his group approach David & his date* Melvin-Ruff! *Walks up to him with Otis, Al, Richard & Peewee* David-Hey Blue! Otis, fellas. Melvin-Oh this is Al, Richard & Peewee. Guys, this is David &....his lovely date! Ms. Honey Daniels I presume?! *Kisses her hand* Honey-*Blushes a little* Nice to meet you gentlemen. *Nods politely to ‘em* Otis-Man David I didn’t think you were telling the truth! Melvin-*Shoots a glare at Otis* Honey-You didn’t think he was telling the truth about what? Otis, was it? Otis-Yes ma’am. And we didn’t believe him when he told us he was bringing you, Ms. Honey Daniels! *Smiles excitedly* Honey-I see....*looks up at David* brag worthy am I David? *Gives him a questioning look* David-Well uh, brag worthy you are. I mean you are the most beautiful women in the room! *Hoping his compliment would cover him, lucky for him it did & Honey forgot the subject* Richard-Wow, it’s a pleasure to meet you Ms. Honey Daniels! A real pleasure! Honey-You too, Richard! *Smiles* David-*Whispers in Honeys ear* They love ya. *She smiles up at him* Announcer- Otis Williams & the Distant’s!! *Group heads up on stage to do their song “Come On”. Crowd dances & cheers* Honey-They sound great! *Dancing with David* David-Ya they do! *Their song ends & they walk off stage & into the crowd over to David & Honey* Announcer-The Primes & The Primettes!! *Group walks onstage & begins their song, “Stay”* Melvin-Their good! *Richard hits him in the arm* Richard-Shut up! Otis-They alright. *Melvin ignore them & continues to bob his head to the song, as the songs ending Melvin notices Berry Gordy leaving* Melvin-*To Otis* There goes Berry Gordy! Otis-Lets go! *Both follow him* Honey-Berry Gordy, as in Motowns Berry Gordy? David-That’s right. *Eddie, Paul, Diane, Flo, & Mary walk off stage & make their way over to Al, Richard, Peewee, David & Honey* Eddie-Well, I do believe we topped ya’lls performance! *Josephine walks up* Josephine-Ya’ll did not top their performance....you we’re just as good as they were! *Turns to Richard* Have you seen Otis? Al-He & Blue went to hunt down Berry Gordy. Josephine-Course they did....*looks to David & Honey* And who are you two? Peewee-Jo, this is Melvin’s cousin David & his date Honey Daniels! Jo-Nice to meet you two*shakes their hands* Honey Daniels?! Honey-Yes. Paul-The Honey Daniels?! *David watches amused* Honey-Yes. I’m sorry, you guys were great but I didn’t catch your names. Al-We had a little run in earlier! Paul-I’m Paul Williams & this is Eddie Kendricks. *Nods to the girls* And these ladies are*nods to each as he spouts off their names* Diane Ross, Florence Ballered & Mary Wilson. Honey-Nice to meet you all! Paul-Likewise *shakes David’s hand* And it’s a pleasure to meet you too, David was it? David-David, David Ruffin. How did ya’ll run into each other earlier? Eddie-Oh it’s been buried & forgotten. Just a little misunderstanding....*looks to Al* David Ruffin....haven’t you recorded before? With your brother Jimmy? Honey-*looks up at David surprised* David-Me & my brother have, but um we’re hoping to go big with Motown. Melvin’s recorded twice before himself in different groups. Eddie-Well you have a talented family! Paul-Indeed you do....& a lovely date! David-A lovely date I do have & my family appreciates the compliment. Eddie- Well, we better be going. Nice meeting you all, especially you Ms. Daniels! *Group leaves* Al-Suck ups! Richard-Al let it go! Peewee-Ya man, you just upset cause Diane was taken! Josephine-Well at least they were polite about the whole thing....I didn’t favor that Florence Ballered to much myself but she was decent. Al-Defensive huh Jo? *Chuckles* Jo-No, & you Al should learn to show up at time! That way Otis wouldn’t be threatening to fire you all the time! David, Honey, boys; excuse you me I must be going. David, Honey, it was a pleasure meeting you both! *Leaves* Peewee-We should be going too guys. It was nice to meet you two *Nods to David & Honey, the boys leave* Honey-Well, they all seemed nice.*Smiles, laughs a little* David-Nice, but crazy! *Both laugh* Honey-Maybe just a little.... David-Wanna head out & just walk around a bit? Honey-Sure.... *Honey & David leave & roam the streets holding hands* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 16: David-*Studying Honey as they walk* Look like you have something on your mind, wanna tell me about it? Honey-*Sighs* I just felt like a celebrity or something....I’ve never had so many eyes on me, nor met so many people at once; not even at the grandest parties I’ve attended! David-I find that hard to believe... Honey-*Smacks him in the arm* I’m serious*laughs* it’s awkward being gawked at like that! David-*Chuckles* I’m sorry...so what’s it like? Honey-*Smiling, holding his hand again* What’s what like? David-Having everyone know your name, who you are? Honey-Well it depends. Some people are very flattering & polite....others, again depending on who they are; can despise you beyond imagination. Enough about me though, what’s it like having people know your name Mr. Recording Star?! Why didn’t you tell me? David-Well I’ve recorded nothing huge....me & Jimmy did some demos & recording together. Didn’t think it was worth mentioning. Honey-Well, didn’t expect that! David-What? Honey-Your modest. A fine quality which I honestly didn’t expect you to have. Don’t take that the wrong way, I never thought you were incapable of it....I just didn’t know you had it. *Smiles innocently* David-Thanks, I guess.... Honey-It’s a compliment! I would never insult you! *Laughs* David-Oh right, minus being a “Judgmental stalker” & a “arrogant smart ass” *Smirks* Honey-How many times do you want me to say it? I’m sorry & I take it all back!! *laughs* Your neither of those things I said. David-Now wait a minute, I am a smart ass & pride myself on it! Just not an arrogant one.... Honey-*Raises a questioning eyebrow at him* The only other person I know whose actually proud of being a smart ass is Daisy. You know, they; Meagan & Daisy have been very rude to you & your brother. I apologize for their behavior. David-Well then I apologize for the way my brothers treated you & your friends....his racist comments & lack of manners, he’s a very proud man. Honey-Racist comments....race is such a stupid issue! I don’t understand the big deal...I was thinking something earlier. David-And what would that be? Honey-Well my mother disapproves of you, because of your race. So I thought, what if I was to lay out in the sun for awhile & get really tan....would she consider me then a different race because of my new skin tone? Would she disown me? Would she disapprove of me as she does you over my skin color?! David-Intriguing thoughts.... Honey-I think I’ll try it, laying the sun for awhile I mean....see what she does or if she’ll even care. David-You do that *Smiles at her* Honey-*Begins to feel nervous tension again* So, are we walking to anywhere specific? David-Naw, unless your hungry or something? Cause we can get something to eat if you’d like. Honey-No, unless your hungry of course.... David-No, I’m fine. But you know I would like to take you somewhere. Honey-Alright....*They walk for a few blocks, arrive on the corner of Cherry Tree Lane where there’s a man playing the saxophone under the street lamp, hat on the ground for money. David drops some change in the mans hat & steps onto the street* Honey-You might wanna get back on the sidewalk & out of the middle of the street you know! David-Why? Honey-Because, you might get run over! David-*Looks around the empty street* By what? All the cars?! *Smiles at her* Honey-*Smirks at him* Well I ain’t gonna feel sorry for ya then when you become roadkill & I have to call someone to scrape you off the street! David-You would cry your pretty hazel eyes out & feel terrible guilty & you know it! Honey-Would not!.... David-Come here. Honey-What? David-Join me, right here in the middle of the street. Honey-Are you crazy? No! David-Why not? Honey-Because I don’t want to & I’d like to live through tonight thank you. *Turns away from him* David-Not even to dance with me? *Smirks* Honey-*Turns back to answer & sees car coming from behind him* David!! *Screams & grabs his arm & pulls him onto the sidewalk* Are you alright?! You idiot!! David-*Out of breath* I’m alright, I’m cool. You? *Steps closer to her*
Honey-Me? Me?! You almost got run over & your asking if I’m ok?! You are the most stupid man I’ve ever met!! *Pushes him away* David-*Laughs* Honey-What is so funny?! Why are you laughing? David-Nothing*chuckles* I’m sorry is all. And thank you, for saving my life. Honey-*Frustrated sigh* Your welcome.*Using wild hand motions* I couldn’t just let you die, I mean I would have a lot of explaining to do to your family & mine....plus your brother would kill me! David-*Watches her with an amused expression* Wanna dance? Honey-*Smirks*You do mean on the sidewalk? David-*Chuckles* Yes, on the sidewalk. Honey-*Smiles* Sure. *David extends his hand & they dance to the lovely music being played by the saxophone player* Honey-Will you sing for me? *Smiles broadly* David-Ha. Maybe some other time...when I make it big. Then I’ll sing for you whenever you want, & you’ll hear my voice on the radio & see me on TV doing special appearances. And I’ll get you front row seats to all my concerts & take ya on tour with me. Honey-Well that does sound exciting! You better hurry up & become famous fast! *Both laugh* David-What do you want to do? With your life. Honey-Well, I want to go to college & finish my education. I’d like to be a volunteer nurse, for wars & such. And of course I want to be married, have a family of my own...children. What any girl would want.*Looks up to see David staring at her* Why you looking at me like that? Don’t approve of my dreams? David-*Smiles* No, I love your dreams. Honey-*Smiles back* You know that girl you said you were interested in, that you said I knew? David-Ah yes. The girl I’m crazy about! Honey-*Laughs* Well I put in a good word for you & told her about the whole race “issue” * guess what! David-What?*Smirks* Honey-She doesn’t care! She doesn’t give a damn about race like most people & she says she’s very interested in you! *Smiles* David-That’s great! Thanks for putting in a good word for me. *Smiles* Honey-Well anytime. I didn’t have to say much to get her interested. Just told her you were handsome & charming & kind & polite....when you want to be of course. *Smiles, then sees David leaning in to kiss her* Um....no. *Backs out of his arms a little* I can’t. David-Can’t what? Honey-You know what....I’m not supposed to kiss on a first date. David-*Chuckles* Is that right? But isn’t there an exception to every rule? *Takes her in his arms again* Honey-Well...I, I suppose. *Breathing heavily* But, what makes you think you’re the exception?! David-Cause there’s no one else around to be the exception to this rule of yours. *Kisses her* Honey-*Hesitates at first, then excepts. Little do they know David’s brother(Jimmy) is watching from across the street. Honey feels her knees weakening & regrettably pulls away & is speechless* David-Like breaking the rules? *Smiles* Honey-Um, I like breaking them more then I expected. *Smiles, both laugh. She sees David’s watch on his wrist glistening under the street lamp & grabs his arm* Damn! David-What? Honey-It’s 11:15. I have to meet the girls back at the front of the school & then we have to get back to Megs house before midnight! I’m sorry, I have to go! David-Don’t worry about it, I’ll walk ya & wait with ya till they show up. Honey-You don’t have to really... David-I want to. *They walk to the school & wait on the bench, as the girls show up they share another kiss. Honey then runs off with the girls. They make it back to Meagan’s house at excatly 11:58 *
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 3:57:06 GMT -5
Davids Story Chapter 17: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Alarm clock goes off, Honey sits straight up in bed, see’s the other girls on either side of her, sighs & falls back on the pillows* Honey-Ugh, wake up you two!! Meagan-Sunday no school! *Puts a pillow over her face* Daisy-What she said! *Rolls over on her other side* Honey-Your awake now so you might as well get up. Daisy-Megs, why one earth does your alarm clock go off one the weekend?! *Knock on Meagans door & her mom steps in* Mrs. Lalaine Andrews(Meagans mom, LA.)-Girls?! Get up. Honey your mom expects you home in an hour so you can head to church. *Exits room* Honey-Church....I don’t see the point. I’ll probably just fall asleep. *Crawls over Daisy & grabs her clothes to change into & goes to the bathroom to do so, then returns to see the other two sitting on the edge of the bed still in their night gowns* Daisy-So....how was your date? *Smirks mischievously* Meagan-Ya, how’d your “date”go?! Honey-....So Megs, why does your alarm clock go off on weekends? *Trying to change the subject* Daisy-Oh don’t pull that! Spill, spill your dirty little secrets!! Honey-Dirty secrets....no idea what you talking about. Meagan-Oh come on! Tell us something, anything!! Honey-I had fun. Meagan-You gotta say more then that!! Honey-I don’t see how it’s either of you twos business. Daisy-Hey, if it weren’t for us you wouldn’t have a cover story for what you were really doing last night....we could easily go tell your loving parents where their perfect daughter really was last night! Honey-Fine. Went to a concert, met his cousin & friends. Went on a walk, talked, danced. He walked me back to the school where I met you two & then we all went home. The end. Daisy-Details women!! Honey-Can’t, got to go home & head to church. *Grabs her stuff* I’ll talk to you girls later. *Leaves* *Meanwhile at David’s house* *David placing breakfast on the table as his mother & brother come down stairs* ER-Sure smells good! David, how sweet of you. *Kisses him on the cheek & takes a seat, Jimmy sits too* David-Only to happy to make breakfast for my loving family.*Sits at the table with them, they say a prater then dig in* Jimmy-What’s put you in such a good mood? David-The concert last night....Melvin did great!! His group mates seem real nice too. Then this other group, The Primes(& the Primettes) walked up & they recognized my name. Eddie, one of the group members said he knew me & Jimmy’s recordings....said he also loved Melvins voice & recordings & that we have a talented family. ER-Well bless your heart child no wonder you had a good night & are so chipper this morning! I’m glad you enjoyed yourself. David-I did, Jimmy you shoulda come man; you woulda loved it!! You got to get a job with more flexible hours! ER-I wasn’t aware you worked last night Jimmy, thought you had it off & went out?.... Jimmy-No ma’am. They uh called me in last minute to fill in for someone else. I did get off early though & hung around town. So you went to the concert alone last night huh David? David-Yep. But it’s not like I was alone the whole time. I mean I met Melvin & the guys there, hung out together when they weren’t on stage. Then Melvin & Otis caught sight of Berry Gordy & hunted him down. That’s the last I saw of those two. So I talked with the other group members some more, then stopped at an A&W on the way home & that’s it. Jimmy-Man you shoulda hunted down Berry Gordy with them, could’ve gotten us a card! David-Naw man we make our own luck... ER-A talented family we do have! *Smiles at her boys* Jimmy-So you didn’t have a date for last night?....Didn’t even meet anyone there? I find that hard to believe....*Looks at David, David stares back* David-I told ya no....just hung out with the guys & came home. Didn’t need a date. Jimmy-Hmm, shame. David-I don’t know about that, I had plenty of fun. So Jimmy, tell me what’d you do when you got off work early last night? Didn’t stop & listen to that sax player on Cherry Tree Lane did ya? I know how we love to listen to him play....*Glares* Jimmy-As a matter of fact I did. Then I continued on my way, just walking & you won’t believe who I saw! ER-Who dear? Jimmy-Why none other then Ms. Honey Daniels! Ya she was um sitting on a bench out side that school of hers with some boy....I was gonna go say “Hi” to her & apologize for my rude behavior towards her but um; she looked busy if you know what I mean & I didn’t wanna interrupt. *Glares back at David* ER-Well she’s a nice child but people shouldn’t do the things your referring to in public places...come on boys. Jimmy you head off to work, as will I. David you go on to church & pray for your brother & me. *Stands to leave with Jimmy* David-Oh I’ll pray for ya both mama, always do. But I think I’ll pray a little extra for Jimmy today, just got a bad feeling. *Gives Jimmy one last glare as they leave. Clears the table, & heads to church* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 18: ~~~~~~~~~~ DD-That was a moving sermon. No good deeds go unpunished....what a fascinating belief. Honey-I thought it was more a idea then belief.... JD-Either way, made you think a bit. Honey-Sure did. *See’s David across the street* Um, can I meet you two back at the house later. Daisy, Meagan & I wished to go out for brunch after church. JD-Don’t see why not. Diane? DD-Go ahead. Be back by one. *Both kiss their daughter & she runs towards David* Honey-Hey! David-Hey! *Hugs her* Honey-I saw you in church....in the choir. You have a beautiful voice, stands out! David-Thanks. I talked to the choir director this morning, he let me right in. Can’t wait to tell my ma & jimmy. Honey-I’m sure they’ll be proud, though most likely not surprised with a voice like yours! *Smiles at him* Speaking of, I haven’t seen them with you at church these last 2 weeks. David-Ah, they both work. Jimmy works down at the hardware store. Mama’s a school teacher but on Sundays she volunteers down at the soup kitchen..... Honey-That’s sweet of her. I do volunteer work during the summer. I’m not supposed to down at the soup kitchen or at some of the homeless shelters because most the visitors or residents are colored....but I do it anyway. I’ve been doing volunteer work since I was 14 & they still don’t realize.....*laughs* I had a great time last night by the way. I saw your cousin, Melvin up there in the choir too. David-Ya. It’s great to be part of something with him. I’m closer with him then with Jimmy, minus the living arrangements of course....I’m glad you had fun last night; I did too. *Holding hands & strolling down the street* Honey-You know you’ve made quiet the liar out of me. David-How so? Honey-I’ve lied to my parents more these last 2 weeks or so more then I have in my entire life....& all my lies have been to cover up my run ins or encounters with you. David-So what lie did you tell last night to go out with me? *Asks amused* Honey-Said that I was going to Meagans to study & then go to the movies with the girls. My mother then asked why I was so dressed up & I said her parents were having a dinner party & if me & the girls got home early we’d be expected to participate so I wanted to be dressed for the occasion. *Both stop walking & he stares down at her, then laughs* Honey-What’s so funny? David-*They start walking again, holding hands.* You are, you are absolutely amazing! Do you know that? Honey-Well I don’t know about amazing....David, Van Wyke has said it before but it’s more flattering coming from you. *Smiles* So,....how am I “amazing”? *smirks* David-Well your beautiful. Smart, funny, you can stand my brother so you must get along with just about everybody. You know how to have a good time & let loose, hense our date last night. The list could go on for sometime..... Honey-*Laughs* You have quiet a list yourself, but if I start on it I’ll just keep going & I’m sure you don’t want me rambling on about how amazing I think you are....*smirks* David-If you did that my ego would certainly be inflated. Since you brought up our date, I gotta talk to you about some things. Wanna go to the park?
Honey-Sherwood park? David-No....a park down in my neck of the woods. It’s Richmond park. Honey-Oh....I’ve heard of it. Not great stories mind you..... David-Ya it can be rough down there but it’s more private. Plus, ain’t like I gonna let anything happen to ya. *Gives a reassuring smile & they head off. They arrive at the park, they sit on the swings, Honey looks around nervously before putting her attention to David* Honey-So what’s so important you had to drag me down here for huh? *Trying to sound calm* David-I told ya. About our date. Honey-Oh....did um, did I do something wrong? *Asks nervously, bites her bottom lip* David-*Gives small laugh* No, nothing like that. The night was perfect, you were perfect. *Smiles at her* It’s nothing like that. *Holds her hand, she lets out a sigh of relief* Honey-That’s comforting, you scared me for a second. Thought it....we,were over before anything really even started. David-Well you needn’t worry about that. Though there’s something to be concerned about....Jimmy. Honey-Jimmy? Your brother? David-He uh saw us. Kinda brought it up this morning. Honey-Oh. David-He put it in a way so my ma didn’t know, but um he could spill to anyone at anytime. He’s gonna be keeping me on my toes. He’s a such a pain.... Honey-What are we going to do if someone finds out? I mean my parents certainly would band me from ever seeing you again, maybe have you arrested. David-Well my brother wouldn’t tell them, he don’t want me arrested I’m sure. He can’t hate me that much....in fact he don’t hate me at all. It’s you he has a problem with, which is just to damn bad cause it’s my life to do what I please with. He might tell our mom though I don’t see why. She has no issues with you....other then she thinks it’s rude to do certain things you were doing on a bench last night.*Laughs* Honey-What?! How does she know? And you were part of that “rude” behavior to you know! David-*Still chuckling* Jimmy said he saw you last night at a bench outside your school & was gonna go say “Hi” to you but you looked “busy” with some boy & didn’t want to interrupt. *Smiles broadly* Honey-I’d wipe that smug look off your face! I wasn’t that busy with that “boy” he saw me with....wasn’t really enjoying myself either! *Gasp & covers her mouth in sarcastic shock* Opps, that was with you wasn’t it?! Well, you must be out of practice is all. *Smiles at him trying not laugh* David-Oh really? Outta practice huh?! Well do you give lessons cause apparently I could use some?! *Leans in to kiss her, she leans in as well but then pulls away* Honey-Sorry, no lessons here. I only do “lessons” for fun with those who are more....experienced shall I say. *Smirks* David-Ah, that’s cruel of you! *Acts hurt* Honey-*Laughs* But,....I do have tendency to volunteer to help those who are less fortunate as I was saying earlier. David-Good thing I’m one of those who are less fortunate....*Leans in & kisses her, then she pulls away* Honey-My lessons any good? *Smiles*
David-Learning a lot, there sweet as Honey.*Smiles back, takes her face gently in his hands & kisses her again* (Someone clears there throat & they part to see Jimmy standing in front of them) David-*Stand up* Jimmy. Jimmy-David, Ms. Honey Daniels isn’t it? *Nods to Honey* Honey-*Stands up beside David* Hey Jimmy....nice to see you again. *Bites bottom lip nervously* Jimmy-Wish I could say the same to you. David-Jimmy leave her alone. Jimmy-Can’t do that David. I mean you are my little brother & I’m suppose to look out for you, make sure you don’t go getting into any trouble. David-Well I ain’t in trouble. Thanks for caring though, you should be on your way now. Jimmy-On my way where? I’m on my lunch break. Should I be on my way to Ms. Daniels home to tell her parents where she is, who she’s with & what she’s doing & that she’s more then ok? Or perhaps I should go visit ma at work & tell her that her “chipper” son from this morning is taking part in that “rude” behavior I saw being displayed last night. What do you think baby brother? Honey-I should go *turns to leave but David takes her hand* David-No you don’t need to go. Jimmy on the other hand better get back to work before his breaks over ain’t that right Jimmy?! Jimmy-*Smirks* Ya, guess I should. See you at home David. *Walks off* Honey-I really should go now.... David-Don’t let him get to ya. He’s bluffing. Honey-He doesn’t approve of us, of me. Anymore then my parents would if they knew. I don’t even think my friends approve. David-Who cares? Do you? Honey-No....yes. I don’t know. It was just a date right? Not like you asked me to be your girlfriend, go steady or anything like that. David-No, didn’t ask ya that. Honey-Which is good cause I’m might as well be engaged to David Van Wyke. My parents have been planning my marriage to him since I was 6 or so. It’s my destiny, so I’m told, to be his perfect little wife & have his babies & live happily....miserably ever after. So....good thing we’re not serious cause then my future would be ruined. Is your brother really that horrible or is it because I’m white?! David-I.... Honey-I’m sorry I shouldn’t have said that. I’m prying, I didn’t mean to. I’m leaving now....*Walks away leaving David at the park. Is running down the block when she runs into Jimmy* Honey-I’m so sorry, I....you. Jimmy-Me. Honey-Excuse me please. Jimmy-Naw, me & you are gonna have talk. *Drapes arm around her shoulders & leads her into an A&W were they sit in a booth* All I really have to say to you is stay away from my brother. Honey-Why? Because of my race? You think because I’m white I’m what, evil or something? Jimmy-Not necessarily evil, but you are trouble. And my brother, my family doesn’t need trouble. Honey-Hmm, & what have I ever done to you or your family?! Jimmy-Not the point, just stay away from David! Honey-Or what? You gonna tell my parents, tell the cops?! You do either of those & David would be arrested immediately, no questions asked! You gonna tell your mother? She has no problem with me whether she’d approve of David & I or not! She knows David makes his own choices! Jimmy-Don’t assume or pretend you know my brother better then I or my mother do, you’ve known him 2 weeks; you nothing! I personally don’t like ya, but not just cause you white;though that does play a part. Honey-What’s wrong with me then?! Jimmy-Your stuck up, have a racist family, get people beat up by cops, basically you’re a pain in the ass & my brother could do so much better! Honey-You don’t know me at all! I like your brother &he likes me so deal with it. Jimmy-Or, I can tell a certain other David you know, see what he thinks.... Honey-You wouldn’t.... Jimmy-Oh I’ll do anything for my brother....keep that in mind. *Stands up to leave* Break it off Honey, it’ll be better for everyone. *Leaves. Honey heads home in a deep pensive state*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:00:02 GMT -5
Davids Story Chapter 19: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Later that evening, Melvin’s house, David comes over* David-*Walks in without knocking* Blue I gotta talk to ya! Melvin-Ruff, I gotta talk to ya too! You first though man, looks like you should sit down. *Motions towards the couch* What’s up Ruff? David-Jimmy, that’s what! Me & Honey been on one date & he’s screwing things up already! Melvin-What’d he do? David-Scared her off pretty much, I didn’t do much to comfort her either I suppose! Melvin-What you mean scared her off? David-Put ideas into her head, bad ones. We we’re at Richmond park &.... Melvin-You took her to Richmond Park?! No wonder she was scared man! David-No, well that did make her a bit uneasy but that ain’t it! Jimmy went into stuff ‘bout how he could tell anyone about me & her & it’d be over in a second. He left eventually but his word musta hit home....she started getting doubts & took off. Melvin-Ya didn’t go after her? David-Thought she’d want space, time to think pretty much. Melvin-Hmm, well your day sucked. Don’t know what to tell ya, I could try talking to him, maybe we could get Momma Rose to straighten him up! *Laughs* David-Those ain’t bad ideas actually....so what you gotta tell me Blue? Melvin-Got berry Gordys card!! Now, we already have a manager...or did; kinda lost her, & Al & Peewee & Richard last night so actually me & Otis have his card!! David-A card & no group, but hell I’ll be your 3rd member & Jimmy can be the 4th, then ya just need one more. Melvin-Well actually, I kinda called up Paul Williams & Eddie Kendricks & told them me & O wanna join their group. Then I gotta call O tomorrow & tell him they called begging to join our group. As for a 5th member....Al quits at least once a week & always comes back. David-Fine, make my day worse! *laughs* Naw. I’m happy for ya Blue....my turns coming, I can feel it. Melvin-I’m sure it is. Listen you gotta work on Honey right? David-Yep. Melvin-Well Eddie, Paul, Al & myself are all heading to Otis’s tomorrow after school. Bring Honey along & try & work things out huh? O only lives few blocks down from here. David-Sounds cool to me, real cool. *Shakes hands with Melvin* Melvin-Bring Jimmy too. David-What? Why?!! Melvin-Well we can have that “chat” with him. Or Momma Rose can, which ever. Just get Jimmy & Honey over here tomorrow. Tell Jimmy Momma Rose needs some help & tell Honey you just wanna hang out. David-I’ll try man. Do my best ya know? Melvin-I know. See ya tomorrow right? David-*Stands up to leave* Ya man. *Handshake* Hey, where’s Momma Rose? Didn’t get yelled at for barging in... Melvin-She doing some last minute shopping for dinner. Bye Ruff. David-Bye Blue. *Leaves* ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 20: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Next day, after school. Honey walking home by herself, David catches up to her* David-Honey! *Walking along side her* Can I talk to ya? Honey-You kinda are aren’t you? David-You know what I mean. But hell screw talking, come with me! Honey-Go with you where? I got to get home. David-Hey it ain’t to the park or in the middle of a street I promise! *Smiles* Honey-*Laughs* Well that’s comforting but I still have to get home. David-*Steps in front of her* Please, just trust me. Come with me! You can call your parents when we get there. Honey-And where might there be? David-It’s a surprise. Just trust me please! We won’t stay too long....*pleadingly* Honey-I’m not suppose to, but I guess I can make an exception. *Takes his hand* David-Great, lets get going. *Leads her to Melvin’s house. They arrive & he just walks in with her* David-Blue, O, Jimmy, fellas! Ya’ll here?! Melvin-In the kitchen Ruff! David-*Him & Honey enter kitchen where they find everyone eating sandwiches & drinking tea. Jimmy drops his sandwich seeing David with Honey. The others smile politely.* Hello ya’ll. How ya be? Melvin-We fine. Hey Ms.Daniels. *Gets up & gives her a hug & kiss on the cheek. The others stand up & do the same, except Jimmy. * Honey-Hey Jimmy. Jimmy-David....*stands up* you lied to me man, your brother! Momma Rose don’t need no help, & I ain’t stickin’ around to watch this. *Leans down & whispers in Honeys ear, just loud enough so the others hear* David wouldn’t be to pleased to hear ‘bout this. MR-Jimmy.....I need to talk to you. Jimmy-Yes ma’am. *Momma rose pulls him into another room to talk.* Honey-Well, nice seeing him too. *Smiles nervously* David-So, ya’ll gonna rehearse or what? I mean ya’ll are the ones with Berry Gordys card! Otis-That’s right! Honey-Berry Gordys card?! Eddie-Yes ma’am! Honey-Call me Honey please. Paul-Alright, Honey. Come one you guys...lets get back to work! “Oh Mother of Mine” from the top,. Just like we rehearsed....we got an audience to impress now. *Honey & David take a seat on the couch to watch* One, two, one, two, three! Ohhhh, mother! Oh mother of mine.......I’ve been blind. Eddie-So blind! *Song continues, then ends. Honey & David applaud* David-Woohoo!! Honey-Encore!! *Group bows* Paul-Thank ya’ll, thank ya kindly! *Jimmy comes outta the other room* Jimmy-Good job guys. *Room pauses & stares* Honey-Well, you guys were fantastic! Jimmy...your right. David probably wouldn’t wanna hear ‘bout this. *Turns to David* I’ll be going now so if ya’ll will excuse me. David-I’ll walk you home. Honey-No, no. That’s not necessary. You guys were amazing, Mr. Gordy is going to be absolutely blown away! Bye....*Walks out door & heads home* David-Jimmy I’m gonna whoop your ass! Jimmy-All I did was come out of the other room man! Momma Rose told me to come out & apologize to her which is what I intended to do! David-Well you certainly didn’t go outta your way to get that done now did ya?! Eddie-*To Jimmy* What’s your problem with her anyway? Jimmy-None of your business! Melvin-Hey, ya’ll need to calm down now alright?! Damn, we were suppose to be able straighten things out. David-Ya but Jimmy ruined that! Jimmy-Hey man what’s the point? You didn’t go after her ergo she can’t mean that much to ya which means I don’t gotta apologize to no damn ivory & I can save my breath! *David punches him in the jaw, Jimmy wipes blood from his lip* You turn on your own brother for a piece of hiody toidy trash....*Leaves* Melvin-David you so lucky Momma Rose wasn’t in this room is all I gotta say cause your ass would be black & blue! David-It’s already black....Jimmy’s as racist as some of them are & he don’t even realize it! Al-Hey I agree with your brother. I mean the girl is fine & seems nice enough but man....an ivory ain’t worth the trouble! Otis-Al!! David-You better watch it or you gonna get a fist in the face too! Al-Hey I was just giving my opinion is all. *Momma Rose enters* MR-What’s all the noise out here? Where’s Honey....& Jimmy? Melvin-They left momma. Honey had to go & Jimmy.....was hurtin’. MR-Hurtin’? Melvin-He uh....didn’t feel well. MR-Well he apologized to Honey didn’t he? Before she left? David-No, not exactly! MR-I’m gonna have to talk with that boy! He said he was gonna apologize. David-Maybe he was but he didn’t do it....I gotta go ya’ll. Honey was right though, ya’ll gonna blow Berry Gordy away! *Leaves & catches up to Honey as she’s on her way home* David-Honey! Honey!! Honey-Oh no, not you again. I ain’t going anywhere with you for any reason or to see anyone! David-All I want to do is talk to you! Honey-You said that an hour ago when you took me to your cousins house & now the conversations starting all over again! David-I really just wanna talk to you is all, I promise! Honey-Well you just talked to me & I’m on my way home so excuse me! David-*Steps in front of her* No! Not till you listen!.... Honey-I don’t have to listen to you, to talk to you, to see you!! I don’t have to do anything I don’t want to do!! Especially when it comes to anything involving you Mr. Ruffin! David-You are a pain in the ass!.... Honey-And you are getting on my last nerve so let me pass! David-No.... Honey-Fine, I’ll go around you....*Walks around him & heads on her way*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 21: ~~~~~~~~~ *Wensday afternoon, after school. Honey, Daisy & Meagan are walking around* Honey-Thank God this is our last week of school! Then we get to enjoy the summer & head off to college & go where ever our lives take us! Daisy-Yep. Though I’m taking a year off before college. Meagan-Me too. Honey-Well I got into Michigan University, I wanna start as soon as possible, after summer of course; I do need some time to relax. Meagan-So Honey, where’s David? Honey-David who? Van Wyke? Meagan-You know full well who I mean! Your “lover”! *Giggles* Daisy-Ya, haven’t seen him with you at all this week.... Honey-He’s probably busy....besides, we’re not a couple or anything. We went on one date, simple as that. I wouldn’t be surprised if I never see him again.... Daisy-*Sees Jimmy approaching* Speak of the devil...here come’s his brother. *Jimmy approaches them* Jimmy-Ladies...Ms. Daniels I need to talk to ya. Honey-Alright, see you girls later. *Walks with Jimmy* Honey-What is it you want Mr. Ruffin? Jimmy-To um, apologize; to you. Honey-I wasn’t aware the word “apologize” was in your vocabulary. Jimmy-Ya well, it has to be now. I’m sorry, for everything. Truly I am! Honey-Why should I believe you? Jimmy-I told you I’d do anything for my brother! Honey-Yes.... Jimmy-He’s been moping around all week, got a feeling it ain’t cause he’s “depressed” ‘bout the last week of school either...*sarcasm* Honey-You never know, a seniors last week of school is always so depressing...*laughs, sarcasm* Jimmy-He’s moping cause he ain’t seen ya! He’s miserable...hasn’t been singing in the shower like he usually does, hasn’t talked much, hasn’t even talked to Blue ‘bout Berry Gordys card! Honey-And you think I’m the cause of all this? We aren’t even a couple, we went on one date! He didn’t ask me to be his girlfriend or go steady! Besides, you don’t want me anywhere near him & are in fact blackmailing me to stay away from him!! So if he’s depressed, it’s your fault & his own! *Walks away* Jimmy-So you are the cold heartless bitch who ain’t worth my brothers time, just like I said!! Honey-*Turns quick to face him, slaps him* How dare you talk to me like that!! You have no right!! Blaming me, you’re the one who’s ruined....everything!! What kind of older brother are you? You claim to be protecting him, when really he’s actually depressed because of you! You know, I hope you never become a body guard or any form of security because you ain’t good at protecting anything! You hurt people! I never did a damn thing to you, or your brother, any part of your family! But you criticized & offended me anyway; I’ve tried being civil to you but I’m done!! I’m done with you & your brother!! *Walks off* *Melvin steps out from behind the barbershop corner which is where he watched the whole episode from & approaches Jimmy* Melvin-Well that went well. Jimmy-Shut up man. Melvin-How did you ever get a reputation as a ladies man? *Laughs* Jimmy-I said shut up! God damn it I’ve blown it!! Melvin-Whatever Momma Rose said to ya got through didn’t it? Jimmy-You think I would’ve gone through that whole mess just now if it hadn’t?! Your Momma’s a wise woman.... Melvin-What’d she say to ya to change your attitude so drastically? Jimmy-Can’t tell ya, I’m sworn to secrecy. But you can help me think of a plan to reunite my brother with his “muse”! Melvin-He’s called her that? Jimmy-*Laughs* Man, as far as he’s concerned the girl can walk on water! *Walk off together plotting* (That night, Jimmy convinced David to go to Blues; where they both have a discussion with him) *Melvin’s house, all 3 sitting on the couch* David-What’s up guys, I’m tired?! Melvin-Jimmy & I got a surprise for ya! David-No, no surprises! Not in the mood. Jimmy-But you’ll like this one!! David-That, coming from you; doesn’t mean much to me at the moment. *Glares* Melvin-Honey want’s to see ya!! David-*Turns his attention to Melvin* Says who? Jimmy-Says she herself! She came up to me & Blue the other day & told us to tell you that she wants to see you!! David-The other day, & your only telling me now because.... Melvin-Because she didn’t want us to tell you right away! Jimmy-Friday night is the last day of school, she wants you at 10 that night to call on her! David-Right, because I can waltz right up to her front door that late. To have her parents open the door to me saying “Hi, I’m here to call on your daughter. Yes I’m black & ya’ll are racist but I promise I just wanna take your daughter out this late for dinner....not to rape her or anything like that!” Melvin-Not her front door idiot! Her room has a balcony! Do the Romeo & Juliet thing, sweep her off her feet!! Jimmy-Ya man! David-Why you care Jimmy, you don’t approve of her?! Jimmy-Just so happens she & I worked out our differences & I apologized to her. Besides, if you don’t trust me I know you trust Blue! David-Fine, I’ll do it. Melvin-Don’t act all irritated, we know you ecstatic! *All 3 laugh* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lol. Seems my stories turning into a novel of sorts.....go figure. Usually once I start writting I can't stop till I feel I'm done or run out of ideas. My story is gonna follow the movie so, ya it'll probably go on for a while. But I'm just doing it for fun =) Gives me something to do with my free time & I enjoy doing it.
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Davids Story Chapter 22: ~~~~~~~~~~ *Friday night, 9:30pm. Honey’s getting ready for bed* DD-*Calling to Honey* Good night darling, congratulations. I’m very proud of you. Honey-*Her ma kisses her on the cheek* Thanks momma. JD-I’m proud of you too Honey. *Kisses her cheek* Night baby. Honey-Night daddy. *Goes in to her bedroom* (Back at David’s house) David-You sure she said 10 man, I mean; ain’t that kinda late to go & call on her? Jimmy-Hey, you don’t have to go. You could just let her down & make more of an ass of yourself. David-No, I’m going. Jimmy-Good, cause that apology to her took a lot outta me. *The boys mother walks in* ER-Jimmy, David....my graduated boys! I’m soo proud of you two!! Jimmy & David in unison-Thanks Momma. ER-*Hugs them both* So proud of you! I love you.... Jimmy-We love you too ma. David-So much! ER-Well, *wipes her happy tears* what are you two still doing up? David-Oh um...I know it’s late but Melvin wanted me to go over & help him with some....lyrics. So can I? Please. ER-Alright, be back by midnight. Jimmy what you still doing up? You got work tomorrow. Jimmy-I know momma, I was just talking to David. I’ll go to bed now though ma’am. *Kisses her on the cheek* Night you two. *Goes up to bed* David-I’ll be back on time momma, no worries. Don’t wait up...get some rest. *Kisses her cheek & leaves* (Honeys bedroom) Honey-*Sitting at her vanity, brushing her hair, turns startled when she hears taps on her window & walks over & opens the balcony doors & walks out to see David standing below* David-Honey! Honey-*Closes the doors behind her* What are you doing here?! David-You said to call on you, at 10. It’s 10 & here I am. Honey-I did not ask you to call on me, especially at 10 at night! Where did you get such an idea? David-Jimmy & Melvin....God damn it! I knew it had to be a lie but my hope got the better of me! Honey-Jimmy? I told him I was done with him...& you. David-He didn’t apologize to ya? Honey-No, he apologized, well sorta. But I didn’t except it. David-So you never told him & Melvin that you wanted me to come & call on you? Honey-No! David-Just had to let my hope get the better of me!!.... Honey-Hope? David-That you wanted to see me. To maybe work things out &... Honey-Well....I must say, I’m impressed. You came here despite your doubts, throwing pebbles at my door, talking to me from below my balcony......very Romeo & Juliet; forbidden star-crossed lovers. David-*Laughs* That’s what Jimmy & Melvin called it....the Romeo & Juliet routine. Course they were referring to the whole balcony thing, not the star-crossed, forbidden lovers....you put that in yourself. Honey-I was simply giving an example. Now, since I didn’t ask you to call you might as well go home & let me get to sleep....what are you staring at? David-I um....you, *clears throat* you..... Honey-*Looks down at herself realizing she is just in a nightgown* Oh myG...*runs back in & comes out tying a robe around herself* I can’t believe..... David-*Laughing* Honey-It’s not funny! David-Guess I have a knack for catching you off guard & in your night dress too....*chuckles* Honey-You....I’ll get you for that remark! David-Maybe you will & maybe you won’t. But you certainly can’t do anything about it from up there....*Smirks* Honey-You are not tricking me into coming down there! Do you think I’m that stupid?! You.....you, what are you doing?! *Climbing up her terrace, reaches the top & climbs onto her balcony & stands with her* What are you a monkey? Get back down there! David-What, after all that climbing? I think not missy. *Walks into her room through the balcony doors* Honey-Excuse you! What makes you think you can just waltz into my room?! Get out! David-No....*looking around* Honey-You just don’t listen do you?! David-I listen, just don’t do to well with orders, but I’ve told you that before. Honey-You are so...exhausting! Fine, you stay up here. See if I care, I’m going to bed! *Rolls down her sheets & crawls under* David-Oh, you really trust me that much? To fall asleep in my presence? Honey-You wouldn’t touch me, if you did I’d scream! Then you’d be in trouble. So leave, or stay here all night. Either way, it’s no concern of mine. Good night Mr. Ruffin. *Lays her head on her pillows* David-Why didn’t you forgive my brother? Honey-He said sorry, then said you’d been moping around all week cause you hadn’t seen me. I told him it was his own fault & yours & that I wanted nothing to do with either of you. We went on one date, you didn’t ask me to be your girlfriend or go steady; nothing serious. After that he called me a cold heartless bitch & I slapped him. Is that a good enough explanation for you? David-What did we even fight over? Do you remember? Honey-*Sighs* We fought over Jimmy, people not excepting us! Cause they won’t & never will....now; let me get some sleep. David-Is that all? There was nothing else that caused our fight, or fights rather? Honey-If you must know, Jimmy blackmailed me. He said he’d tell David Van Wyke...Prick about us. You know what would’ve happened if he told David....David would’ve gone either straight to my parents or after you himself; like the pig he is! I’m tired, please let me sleep!! David-So you so care about me? Honey-I didn’t want you arrested or beat up....doesn’t mean I like you, love you, anything like that. *Sits up* Anything else you want to know or talk about before I can fall asleep? David-You are a pain in the ass.....I meant that when I said it to ya. Honey-Uh....what happened to the charm? You were so....polite & charming when I met you. In the grocery store, returning my purse, on our date. Then your annoying & rude! David-That’s cause charm is part one of being infatuated....once you get to know the person better the fantasy wears off & reality sets in. We bicker like crazy....yet here we are. Honey-Well, aren’t you so wise & all knowing. What do you want?.... David-To work things out, give us a chance! Honey-What are you trying to say? Us? David-I, I want things to be serious. I want there to be an us....I want you to be my girl. Honey-Your girl, as in go steady? David-My girl. Honey-*Jaw dropped* I....I was so horrible to you, & your brother. I said I wanted nothing to do with either of you, what makes you think I didn’t mean it? David-Well if you had meant it, you probably would’ve pushed me over your balcony the second I reached the top. *Smiles* Honey-So then I didn’t mean it?.... David-Guess not..... Honey-*Sighs, he sits on the side of her bed* Your girl huh? David-My girl. Honey-I like the sound of that....*Kisses him, he kisses her back* David-My girl. *Smiles* Honey-Yes, your girl....but; I need my sleep. So, you better go. David-Sleep sweet. *Kisses her head & leaves*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:04:46 GMT -5
Chapter 23: ~~~~~~~~~~ (The weekend flew by, so did that whole week. They spent practically everyday together. They went to the movies & did volunteer work together. They seemed inseparable.) *Friday night, Honey at David’s house. Playing a game of poker with David, Jimmy & their mother* Jimmy-I fold! ER-Me too! Honey-Oh so it’s down to us two is it?! *smiling at David* David-Guess so, & I think you owe me some money...*Lays down a straight* Honey-*Smile fades* Wow, wasn’t expecting that; your good. David-*Smiles victoriously* Honey-But....just not good enough. *Smirks* In your honor a royal flush, in diamonds! David-But I...you! Honey-Woohoo!! Beat that “Mr. Poker Champion”!! David-Why you! *Stands up & walks towards her as she rises to escape* Honey-No, no please!! *Takes her in his arms* No, ah!! *Both laugh* You got me! David-I got you! *Kisses her soundly, doorbell rings. Jimmy gets up to answer it to see Melvin beaming in the door way & he rushes in* Melvin-Ya’ll guess what?! *Freezes when he see’s David & Honey, clears throat & they look up to him* Sorry to interrupt... David-Naw man, it’s all good. Honey-Actually I was enjoying my poker winning prize....*smiles* nice to see you Melvin. *Walks up & hugs him* Melvin-You too Honey. ER-What’s the big news Melvin? Melvin-Berry Gordy signed us!! Said he loves us.....oh & we are now called The Temptations!!!! Honey-Ahh! That’s wonderful!! *Jumps up & hugs him* ER-Oh my Lord child, you’ve done it!! David-Hey way to go Blue!! *Handshakes & pulls him into a hug* Jimmy-Always knew you could do it, knew you’d make it! *Shakes hands* Melvin-Thanks ya’ll. The others are all out telling their family & friends of course, otherwise they’d probably be here too. Motown....can ya’ll believe it?! Honey-We should celebrate! David-That we should, everyone! The whole group! ER-How ‘bout we all go to the carnival tomorrow night? Jimmy-Great idea momma! Melvin-I’ll call up everyone tonight & tell ‘em. We’ll bring all our families & friends! Good night to ya’ll, see ya tomorrow! *Leaves* Honey-Well that was exciting! ER-Indeed it was child. Jimmy-Motown....their lucky! ER-They are lucky, but they didn’t need any luck....just their talents. Honey, it’s 9. Shouldn’t you be going? Honey-Oh I should! Thank you for the dinner & the poker game Mrs. Ruffin! ER-We’ve known each other long enough girl. Use my name please... Honey-Thank you Earline. David..... David-Momma, can I walk her home? ER-You better boy! David-*David & Honey smile at each other* Yes ma’am. *They leave* Jimmy-Their happy..... ER-Well you & Melvin got them back together....what’d Momma Rose say to you to change your mind ‘bout Honey? Jimmy-Sworn to secrecy momma.... *David walking Honey home, holding hands* Honey-You must be proud of Melvin.... David-That I am, he deserves it. All the guys do, The Temptations.... Honey-Does it bother you? That they have what you deserve just as much? David-No. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t envious but they deserve it....that’s what matters. Honey-Your times coming you know? I can feel it....I sense these things. David-Oh you do? What have you ever “sensed” that you were actually right about? Honey-That day we first met, I was telling the girls something exciting & different was gonna happen that weekend & it did. I met you! David-I think that was fate, not your “senses”. *Laughs* Honey-*Smacks him in the side* Don’t be rude! *Giggles* David-Ah, I’m sorry. *Smiles, they approach her home* G’night. *Kisses her* Honey-Night David. *Kisses him back & waves bye. Runs into her house* -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Davids Story Chapter 24: ~~~~~~~~~~ (10 o-clock the next morning. Honeys family eating breakfast at the table when door bell rings) Honey-I’ll get it. *Gets up from her chair to answer the door.* DVW-Morning Honey. May I come in? DD-Honey who is it? Honey-It’s David mother! *Turns to him* Come on in....*gestures for him to come in & closes the door, walks back to her seat at the table* DD-David! What brings you here? JD-Yes boy, what brings you? *Smiling* DVW-Oh well, first of all let me just say it’s nice to see you all! Mrs. Daniels you look stunning! Honey-(thinking to herself)*Oh yes mother you look stunning-mock voice-pssh, suck up. Who does he think he is? What’s he doing here?*(The morning light glistened on his jet black slicked back hair, he was wearing a casual suit as usual. He was laughing with her parents, grinning from ear to ear with those dimples of his) JD-Honey? Honey-*breaks out of her thoughts* Hmm, what? JD-Are you going to answer David? Honey-I, what was the question? DD-He asked you to the carnival tonight darling! Oh David of course she’ll go, won’t you Honey? Honey-I.... DD-Good it’s all settled then. She’ll be ready by eight for you to pick her up! DVW-Well, I’m looking forward to it! *Stands & kisses Honey on the cheek* Good day to you all. *Leaves* Honey-Mother! DD-What?! Honey-I had other plans for this evening! DD-Oh pish posh your still going to the carnival, just not with the girls as you planned. No, you are going with that charming young man & having a grand time! Besides, it won’t hurt our name one bit for you to be seen out on a date with the mayors son. Honey-But,...daddy do I have to?! JD-I’m afraid so, can’t very well cancel now. I’m sorry sweetie....I’m sure you’ll see the girls there. Honey-Yes sir. May I be excused, I have to go tell Meagan & Daisy I won’t be attending the carnival with them after all. *Gets up & leaves, heads for David’s (Ruffin), but see’s him walking with Jimmy down the street & runs over to them* David-Hey baby! *Hugs her* Honey-Hey! Hey Jimmy. Jimmy-Honey... Honey-David I’m so sorry, but I can’t go to the carnival with you tonight! David-What? Why not? Honey-Well I....I kinda have to go with someone else. Jimmy-Who? Daisy & Meagan? Why don’t ya’ll just go together? Honey-No, not the girls. I have to go with David.... David-But ya just said ya couldn’t go with me! Honey-No, not you. David....David Van Wyke. My parents just made the arrangement for me.... Jimmy-The mayors son?! Honey-Pssh, the one & only. Mother insisted I’d go & then said it wouldn’t hurt our family name one bit to go out on a date with him. So now I’m stuck doing it!! David-Well, all the guys were looking forward to seeing you. I don’t think Mr. Van Wyke will even let us near you....because of, well you know! Honey-Race, I know. But don’t worry....I’ll see ya’ll somehow. I sure as hell ain’t staying under his arm all night. David-That’s my girl! *Kisses her* Honey-*giggles* I’m your what? David-My girl! Honey-What? David-My girl! Honey-Can’t hear you... David-My girl! *Holds her tight & kisses top of her head* Jimmy-Why do you guys do that? I don’t get it!! Honey-*laughs* I like hearing it! *smiles* David-*smiles* & I like saying it, besides don’t ya think it has a ring to it? Jimmy-Whatever ya’ll say. Come on David, we gotta get going. So I guess we’ll see you at the carnival tonight Honey. Honey-Yep, see ya boys later. *Heads back home* ~~~~~~~~~~ (Later that night, David picks Honey up) DVW-*Rings doorbell, Honey answers* Wow....you look, wow! Honey-*Rolls eyes* Spare me & save your breath! *Hollers back to parents* I’ll be back by 12, I love you! *Leaves with David* DVW-My lady*holds out his arm which she regretfully takes & they walk to the carnival. On the way in they pass by everyone(David, Jimmy, Earline, Momma Rose, Otis, Melvin, Eddie, Paul, Al & Josephine).* Honey-Um, David I’m parched. Would be a dear & get me a lemondae? *Bats eyelashes* DVW-Sure. Wait here. *Kisses her cheek & runs off to get her drink* Honey-*Turns to the group* Ewww*wipes her cheek with her hand* David-Hey baby. *walks up to her & puts his arm round her waist* Honey-Hey ya’ll! Jimmy, Earline, Momma Rose, Otis, Melvin, Eddie, Paul, Al & Jo. Wow, your certainly all here! MR-It’s a shame you can’t join us dear. Honey-Oh I know....stupid David!! Eddie-You two didn’t fight again did ya? Honey-What? No! I....oh, you think I mean David. No, I’m here with David Van Wyke, the mayors son. An arranged....date. Eddie-Why didn’t none of ya’ll tell me? Why am I always the last to know? Paul-Uh....we told ya Eddie. You just don’t remember.... Honey-David get off me, Davids coming back! *Walks towards him* Hey, *takes her lemonade* thanks. DVW-No problem. Wanna stroll around for a little while, then ride a few rides & get some snacks? Honey-Sounds good. *2 hours later(10:30) Honey-David, I’m sorry. I’m so tired. Would you mind if I went home? DVW-Course not, I’ll walk ya. Honey-No! Um, I was just gonna get some cotton candy & go....I don’t need an escort. Besides, I’d feel terrible making you leave! DVW-Alright, if your sure. *Kisses her* I had a great time. *Wonders off* Honey-*After he disappeared into the crowd* Idiot...eww, gross! *Wipes off her mouth* David-*Walks up behind her, whole gang with him* If he ever touches you again I’ll whoop his ass! *Puts his arm around her* Honey-If he ever touches me again I’ll hurl.....*Group laughs* So, what we gonna do now? We can hang around here but that’s a little risky for me. Jimmy-We can all just go out to dinner... Momma Rose-You all can go out to dinner, me & Earline are tired. Ya’ll get your butts home by midnight. *Momma Rose & Earline hug them all & leave* Honey-So, dinner everyone! My treat! *All shout ya & head off to the A&W. In the A&W at large table giving their orders* Honey-I’m so proud of ya’ll. Motown..... Melvin-Well thank you Honey! David-Didn’t me & Jimmy tell ya right before ya’ll walked in you were gonna kick some ass?! Paul-Ha, ya you did! Josephine(Jo)-Last night was an exciting night for us all.... Otis-*Whispers to Jo* Ya gonna tell ‘em or should I? Jo-*Whispers back* You can... Otis-*Clears throat* Ya’ll I got an announcement! Al-We listening O! Otis-Well, Josephine’s pregnant & we’re getting married! Melvin-Does Haze know? Otis-Um, I gotta tell ma tomorrow. Honey-Well I don’t know what to say....congratulations to you both! (Whole table)-Here, here!! Jo-Thanks ya’ll. Me & Otis didn’t know how’d you react... Honey-When you getting married? Jo-In two months or so. Otis-I’m gonna become an instant family man! *Kisses Jo* (11:30 rolls around) Honey-*Head resting on David’s shoulder. Looks up at him* I really am tired now.... David-Right....hey guys! Me & Honey gonna go. Eddie-You two have a nice night then. Thanks for dinner Honey! Honey-No problem ya’ll. I had a great time! Bye ya’ll. *Her & David leave* David-You have a good time? *Holding hands* Honey-Great time! I’m just tired. Sorry for making you leave.... David- No, no don’t be. I’m happy to walk ya home. Honey-Actually...how’d you feel about carrying me? David-I will if you really want me to... Honey-Well I want you to but you don’t ha...*Picks her up & carries her* David-Better? *Smiles* Honey-Well aren’t you sweet?! *laughs* David-*Carries her to her porch & puts her down...DVW happens to be across the street* I had a great time tonight... Honey-As did I....well not before I ditched David for you but then I had fun....*both laugh* David-G’night Honey. *Kisses her* Honey-Night David! *Runs inside*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:10:46 GMT -5
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 25: ~~~~~~~~~~ (Next morning) Honey-*Wakes up, yawns & stretches. Folds down her sheets & walks over to her window(balcony)* Good morning to me....*walks down stairs to see her mother & father at the breakfast table* Morning mum *kisses her cheek*, daddy *kisses his cheek, sits down at her spot* Ya’ll awlful quiet this morning...... DD-And your awful chipper, full of life.... JD-Don’t recall you being such a morning person.... Honey-*Looks at them questioningly* I woke up on the right side of the bed this morning I guess. JD-Guess you’ve been waking up on the right side of the bed for the last two weeks then. You’ve been so...hyper in the mornings. Honey-Well maybe I’m just relieved schools over & I can enjoy the summer before going to college. *Begins to eat her breakfast* DD-Did you uh, have fun at the carnival last night dear? Honey-Considering whom I was stuck with, yes. DD-Don’t be rude.... Honey-Sorry mama. JD-David said you came home early last night, that you left around 10:30? Honey-Yes,....I was tired.. DD-So why didn’t you come straight home? Honey-What are you talking about? I did. *Not looking up from her food* JD-Hmm, I see. Is that why you didn’t creep in till 11:50 to be precise? I waited up for you.... Honey-Oh. I um....you caught me! *Smiles innocently* I ran into Daisy & Meagan on the way out & got caught up with the girls. They distracted me from my tiredness & we walked around town a bit. I’m so sorry, really, truly I am!! I should’ve come straight home & not lied to you about where I was....please forgive me!! JD-Calm down Honey....nothing else happened on your way home? You didn’t run into any strangers?.... Honey-No....no sir I didn’t. I walked home safely, no trouble. Why? JD-I was just worried about my daughter, is that not allowed? Honey-No, course it is. I’m sorry for questioning you, & for worrying you both. I made a mistake, I’m sorry. DD-*Absent mindedly eating her breakfast* Not as sorry as that colored boys going to be....*eyes go wide at what she just let slip* Honey-What did you say? DD-*Looks to her husband for help but receives none* You heard me....I said not as sorry as that colored boys going to be! Honey-Colored boy?! Dad what’s she... JD-Young Mr. Van Wyke stopped by & informed us this morning... DD-Did you really think we wouldn’t find out Honey?! Kissing a ebony, a black, colored! Whatever you wish to call them!! You have disgraced us, this family far beyond belief!! Honey-So you had David spy on me?! JD-No, he saw you with him across the street on his way home. DD-I don’t know what to say to you young lady except that you are never, ever to see that boy again! Once was enough to shame us... Honey-You appal me mother! Being racist, how can you believe what anyone says about them?! You don’t know any of them, you’ve never talked to them, spent time with them! DD-I know more then you think I know about their kind & so help me God I will protect you from them! JD-Diane, calm down. DD-No! She will never see him again, as I said once was enough! Honey-Once?! Ha, once! She...you think that was the first time I’ve seen him, been with him? You think that I would kiss someone I had only met once? I...am I a tramp now?! JD-You will not use that language! Honey-Is that what I am mother? Your TRAMP of a daughter?*laughs* I’ll have you know that, that “colored boy” as you like to call him is named David...you met him at church when he returned my purse. And we’ve been dating for a week or so now! And I can assure you we’ve kissed more then once! JD-Honey! Calm down both of you!! Let’s discuss this calmly. DD-Calmly? Jack did you hear what she just said?! JD-I heard her loud & clear Diane but we are going to discuss all this in a civilized manner! Now, Honey. You may say your piece, then your mother & I will say ours.... Honey-Thank you father. As I’ve said, I’ve been with David for about a week. That evening two weeks ago when I came home from school late, was when I met David & his brother Jimmy. The girls & I were walking home & Jimmy was....making some inappropriate comments.... DD-What did I tell you?! Hony-Not through mother. Anyways, the next day I ran into David at the grocery store where he apologized for his brothers behavior & his hot sauce fell into our groceries. I went on my way to return it to the store as you asked mother but ran into David instead, he got beat up by a cop due to a misunderstanding so I walked him home. We kept running into to each other. We were friends, he asked me on a date to a concert...so I wasn’t really at the movies. We were friends, we fought, his brother apologized. I met his friends & family....he asked me to be his girl, I said yes. I was suppose to go to the carnival with him & his friends & family last night to celebrate something, not with Meagan & Daisy, nor with David Van Wyke! *catches her breath* JD-Well Honey...I believe you’ve lied to your mother & I more these last two weeks then in your entire life thus far. Honey-Yes sir. I told David that actually not long ago.... DD-How could you Honey? I thought we brought you up right! Church every Sunday, high class & society, manners, the finest things money can offer....where did we go wrong?! Honey-I was born with a mind of my own....with spirit & my own beliefs & ideas. JD-We didn’t go wrong with her Diane, she made a mistake is all there is to it. Honey-A mistake? No, no David’s not a mistake! JD-I didn’t mean it like that. Honey, you will be punished for your lies.... Honey-Yes sir..... DD-By never seeing him again! Honey-But I.... JD-No. You may see him, just not in the relationship your in with him. You will break it off... Honey-No! You....you guys can meet him! We can have him over for dinner & you can get to know him! His family & friends are just as sweet as he is &.... JD-Decision is final, you will see him in no more then in a friendly way or not at all. You will break it off with him! You are also grounded for a week. Except for this Saturday when we will all be attending the mayors ball he’s holding for his birthday, David....Van Wyke; will be your date. Honey-*Tears in her eyes glances between her two parents...stands up & runs out the front door in her pajama’s all the way to David’s house. Knocks on his door repeatedly till Jimmy answers & she lets herself in* Where’s David?! Jimmy-Whoa, what’s wrong? Honey-Where is he Jimmy?! *voice shaking* David-*Comes out from the kitchen* I right here, what’s going on?.... Honey-*Crosses over to him & throws her arms around him* David! *Sobs onto his shoulder* David-*Nods to Jimmy to leave & let them have some privacy which Jimmy does* It’s alright baby....what’s wrong? *Strokes her hair* Honey-*slightly sobbing still, looks up at him* It’s over. David-What’s over? *Utterly confused* Honey-It’s over, it’s all over. We’re over.... David-What, why? What happened? Honey-David.... David-Yes? Honey-No, David, David Van Wyke happened. He saw us last night & told my parents....they know. They know everything....& we’re over. *Silent tears streaming down her face* David-*Takes her face in his hands, wiping away her tears with his thumbs* Shh, baby it’s ok. We’re not over, everything will be alright. Honey-No, I’m not supposed to ever see you again! Not as more then a friend & I don’t know if I can handle that.... David-Hey, we’ll sneak around. That’s what we’ve been doing. We’ll be fine...*kisses her* honey-*Pulls slowly away* No...I don’t want to glance over my shoulder all the time while being with you. I have to go, tell the everyone goodbye for me..... *Walks out leaving David at an utter loss*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 26: ~~~~~~~~~~ (Saturday evening, Mayor Van Wykes home. David with Honey, as her date as her parents had said). DVW-Good evening Honey. You look lovely! Not accompanied by any....Ruffin’s this evening I see! *Smirking from ear to ear* Honey-Afraid not, though I seem to be exceedingly close to a pig...*wonders off to the punch table, David; slightly abashed by her comment follows her* DVW-I do not appreciate that comment! *He hissed at her* Honey-Hmm, I’m sorry. Then you shouldn’t live up to it! *She retorted back taking a sip of her punch* DVW-You should learn to treat your superiors with respect! Honey- I have no idea what your referring to. I’ve never shown anything but respect toward your father.... DVW-I meant me you stupid girl!! Honey-Aww, David! That’s no way to talk to your date! *She said taking another rather large sip of her punch* DVW-It’s not my fault you have bad taste in men.... Honey-Well at least David Ruffin, good or bad, is a man! Can’t say the same for you! Your are a horrible, spineless, arrogant coward!! *Spots her mother walking over* And unfortunately my date tonight so dance with me! *Places one of his arms around her waist & takes his other hand as they begin gliding across the floor with the other guest. Honey & David stood out on the dance floor...their movements somehow seemingly more elegant then the other guests. Honeys pink, flowing ballroom gown glittered & twirled amongst the other dull colored dresses. The couple moved seamlessly across the ballroom floor. Normally dancing cleared Honeys head & swept her away from reality but tonight her head was crowded with many thoughts that would not disappear.* Honey(thinking to herself)-This is so wrong! I should be dancing with David, my David; not this one. This foul, loathsome creature that I detest!! Yet another arranged date with this twit....next thing I know I could be betrothed to him....no! Can’t think that!! I would rather die, die a thousand deaths for that matter. Look at his smug face, those dimples, his perfect smile, those to anyone else but myself intoxicating eyes, disgusting! *Broken from her thoughts* DVW-You know I have a surprise for you tonight, I’m sure you’ll enjoy it. Honey-Somehow I doubt that. Unless you are boarding your mother ship back to your home planet....*Still gliding across the floor* DVW-You know I’ve always loved your spunk. You flatter me by using it. Honey-I’m terribly sorry, I meant to insult you! DVW-No matter, your sharp tongue will be at a loss for words soon. (Music stops, as do all the dancing couples. Alfred Van Wyke & his wife Abigail stand at a podium, about to make an announcement or toast it appears). Alfred-Ladies & gentlemen thank you for coming here tonight to celebrate my 50th birthday! I’m delighted to have my family, friends & colleagues here in my home celebrating with me! But you must pardon me, & allow my son to step up as he has an announcement to make! *Gestures David up, whom drags Honey up with him* DVW-Good evening to you all & thank you for coming here tonight! *Applause from the audience* I’m sure you all know my lovely date tonight, Ms. Honey Daniels! *She curtsied as more applause came from the crowd* Beautiful isn’t she?, not to mention charming, intelligent, elegant, kind, practically perfect! Well, what does one offer to someone that has seemingly everything I ask you all?! Well, though I’m sure she has everything she materialistically could want & surely a lifetime of security with her families fortune I have nothing to offer her but a different sense of security. *With that facing toward her, he bows down on one knee taking her hand in his as his other hand swept inside his suit pocket to pull out a velvety box. He opened it, exposing a perfect square cut diamond engagement ring* Honey Daniels....will you make me the happiest man alive & be my wife? *Collective gasps & awes from the audience* Honey-*She found herself practically speechless, & no not with joy but with shock* Yu... *He kissed her & slid the ring onto her finger & the audience clapped. What had meant to be a “Yuck” from her mouth apparently everyone took as the beginning of a “Yes”. And it was to late to say she had meant otherwise! The music started up again along with lively chatter of the news of the “happily” engaged young couple.* Honey-I was trying to say “Yuck!” not “Yes” David!! DVW-Well what’s done is done isn’t it?....Darling! Honey-Call me that again & I’ll cut out your tongue so help me....*David’s parents & hers walked up to them* Alfred-David me boy! Ms. Daniels....we look forward to having you & your family be part of ours! *hugged her* Honey-*Why did she have to have a soft spot for the mayor? A sweet old man whom she, not to mention the whole town highly respected....unlike his pathetic son* I can hardly wait sir....I’ll be delighted to call you family! I’m truly honored! *kissed his cheeks* Abagail-Honey....we welcome you with open arms, it is we who are honored! Thank goodness our David managed to snag you before some other young gentlemen.... Honey-*Why did she also have to have a soft spot for the mayors wife? One of the kindest, most respected people Honey knew....what happened to David?! He was nothing like his parents! Honey kissed both her cheeks as well* DD-Darling we’re so happy for you! *Cooed her, at this point, in Honeys view; repulsive mother. She hugged her daughter* JD-We wish you the best sweetie & are very happy for you two! * Course he was as sincere as her mother was in his wishes....Honey loathed them both for it!* Honey-Thank you both...I love you. * With that her parents, along with the Van Wykes said their congratulations to David & headed off to gossip with the other guest on wedding plans & details* David-Can’t wait to consummate our marriage....it’ll be a night to remember I’m sure....*He whispered sickeningly into her ear as she was pouring a glass of sparkling cider for herself* Honey-*Turned swiftly & threw the cider into his face which spilled down the front of his tux* I’m sorry, did I get you? There was this pesky buzzing noise in my ear....could’ve sworn it was a disgusting insect of some sort!! *She stormed off out of the mansion in no particular direction....just away from her pig fiancé*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:14:05 GMT -5
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 27: ~~~~~~~~~~ (2 years later, Honey was finishing up her last classes at Michigan University. Her parents were moving to NY & leaving her their home in Detroit. Honey had been doing volunteer work as a nurse everywhere she could the last 2 years. Her engagement to David Van Wyke had been broken a year ago when she found him with another woman, which suited her all to well as she detested him as much as she ever had. Now that her parents were leaving, she had her own life to control. Free to make her own decisions & start a fresh page of her life, as a 20 year old single woman. She had not seen David Ruffin since that night, 2 years ago.) Honey- *Exiting Michigan campus with Daisy & Meagan with whom she had remained friends* Daisy-So, what are you going to do once you get out of here Honey? Move to NY with your parents? Honey-God no! I just escaped them, I’m not going to go crawling back. No, they’ve left me the house here & I have enough money to do what I wish. I’ll find a career to enter into to start small before going into anything permanent. I was thinking a secretary or something.... Meagan–Honey why on earth would you waste your talents doing that?! Even just to start out.... you can do anything you want! You’ve got as many connections in this community as the mayor! Honey-Don’t bring that up! *She spat out with the slightest trace of bitterness in her voice* Meagan-Sorry...I didn’t mean to.... Honey-I know. So what are you gals doing tonight? Daisy-Well new years is in 3 days...I’m planning a party that I have to get all set up. Meagan-I’m helping her with it so.... Honey-Well I’m invited aren’t I? So I’ll help you two! Daisy-Actually Honey, we don’t think you should come or would want to.... Honey-Pish posh, why on earth not?! Meagan-Well the mayor & his wife are coming. Honey-So, it’s their son I can’t stand. Not them. Daisy-Well their son, David is coming. Rumor has it he’s counting on you to show up so he can uh....win you back. So we thought since we can’t terminate his invitation that we’d save you if you will by not inviting you.......... Honey-Oh, I see. So you choose a....young Mr. Van Wyke; over you best friend. Meagan-It’s not like that! Why would you want to come if he was there anyway? We figured we’d spare you the trouble. Honey-Course you did. Well I won’t go. I’ll find something else to distract myself with. You two have fun! *She walked away & headed home* (Honey, in her home). Honey(thinking/talking to herself)-*Tosses her books down on the couch* Ahhhhhhhhhhh!!!! That stupid PRICK!!!!!!!!!! Ugh, what are Daisy & Meagan thinking?! Just because he owns the whole town he has them in his pocket to be invited to any party they throw!! *Lets out a deep exasperated sigh* There go my plans for this weekend....I’ll spend new years eve in a drunken stupor & think of ways to assassinate Mr. David Van Prick that I’ll never use! Bastard....*phone rings, Honey answers* Hello. Berry Gordy-Hello Ms. Daniels? It’s Berry Gordy of Motown Records. Honey-Hello Mr. Gordy! To what do I owe the pleasure of this call sir? Berry Gordy-Well you’ve donated to our musical charities much this year, helping many of our programs. Honey-It was my pleasure...I couldn’t think of a better way to spend my money! *Both laugh* Berry Gordy-Well I’m glad to hear it, we appreciate what you’ve contributed to our company. So, I thought the least we could do is invite you to our new years eve party. Honey-Oh, I.... Berry Gordy-We’d be delighted to have you as our honored guest! Some of our biggest musicians will be there, along with many hopefuls & of course myself & other company members. Honey-I don’t mean to sound rude or show any disrespect in the slightest but don’t you think my presence might be slightly inappropriate, I mean won’t I kind of....stick out I suppose is the phrase. Berry Gordy-Don’t worry about that Ms. Daniels! Everyone will be delighted to have you there. Yes, most all our guest will be of color but we are far from racist people. Honey-Oh no sir, I didn’t mean to imply.... Berry Gordy-It’s no trouble. Just come & enjoy yourself. Starts at 8pm & goes till midnight & later. It’s at St. Stephen Community Centers ball room. Do you know where that is? Honey-*Flashback* Yes....yes I know where it is. Thank you for the invitation Mr. Gordy, I;ll be there. Goodbye. *Hangs up* (3 days later. Honey enters the ballroom right after The Temptations walk off stage & into their little room & have a “argument”. She spots Mr. Gordy chatting with Smokey Robinson & Claudette & walks over to them* Honey-*Clears her throat & taps Mr. Gordy on the shoulder, he turns* I’m sorry to interrupt..... Mr. Gordy- Don’t be silly! Smokey, Claudette, this is Ms. Honey Daniels! One of our biggest contributors this past year & my guest of honor! Smokey-It’ a pleasure to meet you Ms. Daniels! Your donations to Motown & it’s charities have been very generous to say the least! *Kisses her hand* Oh, & this is my girl Claudette. Honey-*Flashback....My Girl* It’s nice to meet you Claudette! Claudette-You too Ms. Daniels! Such an honor, really you have been more then generous to this town! *They hug* Honey-Well, I’m glad my moneys well spent. *All 3 laugh* Berry Gordy-Honey would you be my date for this evening? Honey-Delighted sir. *Crowd shouting encore* Forgive me but who are we yelling “Encore” at? Smokey-The Temptations just walked off stage after a magnificent performance! Needless to say the crowd rather enjoyed it....their friends of mine. Berry Gordy-Yes, I signed them 2 years ago, one of my “hopefuls”. Honey-The Temptations? As in Melvin, Al, Otis, Eddie & Paul? Those Temptations?! Smokey-Yes, do you know them?! Honey-I....we know each other a little. I highly doubt they remember me! I met them 2 years ago after you signed them. Mr. Gordy-Really?! How remarkable! How did you meet them? Honey-Oh, I was inroduced to them by a close friend of mine at the time. He’s Melvin’s cousin.... Smokey-Jimmy? Or David perhaps? Honey-Yes....David. Smokey-You were close friends with David?! Honey-Yes, I was. We had a disagreement a while back & haven’t spoken since. I’m sorry, rehashing my past on you all! How terribly rude of me! Claudette-Not at all! *Crowds cheers getting louder as The Temptations walks back on stage* Paul-Well..........you know you make me wanna-SHOUT! *song goes one* Ladies & gentlemen Jimmy Ruffin!! *Jimmy walks on stage to do his piece. * Jimmy-My baby brother David Ruffin!!!! Honey-Woohoo!! Go David!!!!!!!!!! *David see’s her as he walks on stage* David-Wait.......a minute! I feel all.....right! I got my woman*looks at Honey* I feel alright!!!! Every time I think about ya, been so good to me. You know you make me wanna-SHOUT! Zip my pants up & SHOUT! Throw my hands up & SHOUT! Kick my heels up & SHOUT! Come on now, SHOUT! Take it easy, SHOUT!, take it easy, SHOUT!, take it easy.....woohoo! SHOUT! Come on now, SHOUT! A little bit softer now, SHOUT!, a little bit softer now, SHOUT, a little bit softer now, SHOUT!, a little bit softer now, SHOUT!, a little bit softer now, SHOUT! a little bit softer now! SHOUT!, A little bit louder now, SHOUT! a little bit louder now, SHOUT!, a little bit louder now, SHOUT!, a little bit louder now, SHOUT!, a little bit louder now, SHOUT!, a little bit louder now! Heyyyy! *Crowd chants back* Heyyyy *Crowd chants back* Hey yaya! *Crowd chants back* Hey yaya! *Crowd chants back* SHOUT! Group-SHOUT! David-SHOUT! Group-SHOUT! David-SHOUT! Everyone-SHOUT!!!! *End song, applause from everyone!! David walks off stage along with the rest of the group to talk with Berry & Smokey & Claudette....& Honey.* Paul-Berry! Smokey! *Group hug* Mr. Gordy-Gentlemen, I believe you all my guest of honor & date for this evening, Ms. Honey Daniels! *Group, along with David & Jimmy stare* Honey-I....didn’t expect ya’ll to remember little old me. It’s nice to see you all, you were amazing! *Gives nervous smile, eyes scanning over their shocked faces* Melvin-Not remember you...girl please! *Walks up & gives her a good hug & kiss on the cheek. Honey laughs relieved & hugs him back & gives him a kiss on the cheek* Honey-It’s so nice to see you again Melvin! Eddie-How could we not remember you girl?! We love ya, missed you! *Hugs her tight & kisses her cheek, as do the rest of the boys including Jimmy; but not David.* Honey-*again smiling nervously* Hello David. You remember me don’t ya? David-*Staring unbelievingly at her* Honey-Well, course you don’t.*laughs nervously* I’m surprised your brother let alone all the fellas here remember me. Course, our relationship was somewhat different then what I had with everyone else here....can I have a hug anyway? *Tearing up* David-*Walks over to her & hugs her, stroking her hair* Otis-I think we should let them have some privacy....*everyone nods & heads off around the ballroom area* Honey-*Silent tears fall down her face* Oh David! I’m so sorry!! David-*Wipes her tears & leads her outside to the front of the building, they sit on a bench* I’ve missed you. Honey-*Laughs relieved, wiping away the rest of her tears, trying to stop her running mascara* I’ve missed you too! God it’s been forever.... David-2 years. Honey-Yes, 2 very long &....well eventful years. David-Sorry about your engagement, it was all over the papers. Honey-Don’t be sorry. I’m not.....he can burn in hell for all I care! I’d rather not talk about him though all the same if you don’t mind. David-Course not. Honey-So, why are you here?! I thought you would’ve left for some big city by now, your name all over the papers & selling records left & right! Your voice is amazing! You were amazing tonight, you blew me away!! David-I haven’t even gotten Motown to sign me yet.... Honey-What?! That’s crazy, just crazy! *Gets up* I’m going to go have a talk with my date for this evening & straighten some things out!....*David grabs her hand making her sit back down* What are you doing? I’m going to go have a chat with Mr. Gordy! David-No your not! Honey-But... David-Your gonna stay right here!....& talk to me. *a smile spreading across his face* Honey-Well alright. But mark my words his heads going to be spinning when I’m through with him! *Both laugh* David-So what brought you here tonight? Thought you’d be at some hoidy-toidy party with your rich, upper class snobs. Honey-*Laughs* I would be, if my friends hadn’t choose Mr. Prick over me! Mr. Gordy invited me here as his guest of honor because of my donations.... David-I see. You been going to Michigan University? Honey-Yes. Just finished my last classes there. My parents have moved to NY & left me our home here. I’ve got enough money to do what I wish for lord knows how long & nothing to do with it so I’ve been donating to all kinds of charities & doing volunteer nursing everywhere I can. Course I was engaged for a year, till the bastard cheated on me; not that I loved him being it was an arranged marriage of sorts but it still doesn’t feel good to know your not good enough even for the lowest form of human beings! *catches her breath* David-Ta hell with the guy, he let you slip away he ain’t worth the time a day! *Both laugh* Honey-Your as charming as ever Mr. Ruffin. Haven’t changed a bit have ya? David-S’pose not. You have....your more beautiful then I remember. Honey-Oh you are good. You are really good! *laughs* David-Naw, I mean it. Honey-Please....you lie. David-Can’t take back the truth.......... Honey-*Stares at him, memories flooding her mind* No, I don’t suppose you can. *Smiling* David I’m so sorry about what I did!! How I left things, it was so wrong & horrible of me....I can’t imagine how much you must’ve despised me over the years, & the fellas too. I ruined everything....*Tearing up again* David-*Holds her close* You didn’t ruin anything. It was the best....what 2 or 3 weeks of my life. *Both laugh* Honey-You just saying that to make me fell better! *Hugging him* David-Ya, but it worked didn’t it?! *Smirking* Honey-*Pulls away* Yes, it worked. *Smiling* Jimmy-*Him & the fellas coming out front* You David! The fellas invited you over to dinner at Momma Rose’s! I gotta get home & check on ma but you go on ahead! *Runs off* Otis-You coming David?! Honey you welcome to join us! David-I’m coming ya’ll. *Him & honey stand up & hug again* You gonna come? Honey-No, tell the fellas thanks though & I’ll be seeing them soon. I have to get going....sorry. David-No problem, I ‘ll see ya around! *Kisses her cheek & runs off with the boys* (That famous dinner scene at Melvin’s home takes place & David.....becomes part of The Temptations!!!!!!!!!!).
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 28: ~~~~~~~~~~ Gender: Female Posts: 920 Location: Colorado Re: The Temptations Fan Fiction « Reply #55 on Jul 19, 2005, 2:23am » (2 weeks later, “The Way You Do The Things You Do” hits radio airwaves hitting #76 on the charts!!) David-*Runs into Honeys house while she’s reading a book on the sofa* Honey!! Honey-*Puts down her book to see David run & slide into the front room* David, David what’s happened?! David-*Runs up to her & hugs her & spins her around* Honey-David, David! David-*Puts her down* Number 76, we’re number 76 on the charts!! Can you believe it?! Honey-Ahh!! That’s great! *Jumps into his arms* I’m soo proud of you, & the guys! This is amazing! David-It is amazing! Your amazing! *Kisses her soundly on the lips* Honey-*Doesn’t reject, eventually they part* What....what was that for? *Blushing* David-Forgive me, I don’t know what came over me. I’m sorry.... Honey-No, you don’t have to apologize. I....I enjoyed it actually. *Blushing still* David-*Slightest hint of a smile playing on his lips* Guess that lesson you gave me 2 years ago helped....*laughs* Honey-Surprised you remember. *Clears throat* Well, I, I am very proud of you! Really David, there are no words to describe....your turn has come. David-We had a turn once, do you think we could have a second chance? You know, a....a second chance for you to be my girl. Honey-David....that was so long ago. David-2 years isn’t forever. Honey-No, but it might as well be. David-Your parents aren’t here this time, they don’t control your life. People are more open, your not betrothed or anything; we have more opportunities! Honey-David! David-I ain’t to proud ta beg, I will sleep on your doorstep if I have to! Honey-*Laughs* You could try & see where it gets ya. David-You wouldn’t.... Honey-Wouldn’t I?....Alright I wouldn’t but that’s not my point. David-I’m not asking you this out of excitement or false hope. You came back into my life 2 weeks ago & we’ve been....rekindled if you will. We ended abruptly before & I let you go far too easily! I won’t do it again, not when I have the chance to make you stay! Honey-See, that’s not fair! You cheated! David-What? Honey-How am I suppose to compete or argue with anything you just said without sounding completely heartless?! I can’t.... David-So.... Honey-So, so what? You win! Is that what you wanna hear? That I’ll be your girl cause I will but don’t make me say it again cause I won’t and....*David wraps his arms around her & kisses her* And that is not allowed when I’m trying to argue with you! *Smiles up at him* David-As you wish. Honey-Well, since you feel like granting wishes*moving from his arms* I wish to celebrate with you, & the fellas & their families & I wish for you to carry out that invitation! *smirking* David-Ah see there’s a difference between fulfilling your wishes & obeying your commands.... Honey-*Raises an eyebrow at him* Is that so? Well then let me rephrase, *clears throat* I wish I may I wish I might, I wish to celebrate with David& his friends & their families tonight! Better? David-*laughs* That’ll work! *Kisses her cheek & heads out* Honey-Will he ever learn it’s rude to barge into peoples homes.... (Later that night, a huge dinner at Honeys home. A similar feast to the Momma Rose had fixed up on new years eve. All gathered at a large dinning table.) Honey-I’m so happy for ya’ll, so proud! Otis-Well thank you. Um Jo & Maxine wanted us, me & Paul to apologize for them since they couldn’t be here. There home with the kids. Paul-Hey, you & Jo got one kid, I got 4! *Table laughs* David-Jimmy wanted me to apologize as well, he had to work. Honey-He hasn’t been signed yet? David-No he has, with Motown. Just he has another job as well, something to do when he ain’t working on music. Honey-Oh... Eddie-Your corn breads delicious....practically as good as Momma Rose’s! Honey-Glad to know finishing school payed off in some respect.... Melvin-It was sweet of you to have us all over, your homes gorgeous. Honey-Thank you, & it’s no trouble having ya’ll here. You’ve all made quiet an accomplishment! Paul-Smokey kinda made it for us, he wrote the song! Honey-Did he? Well, he’s definitely a talented writer. I heard the song on the radio after David left this afternoon, you guys sound great! I’m sure it’ll become an even bigger hit....followed by more. Otis-Well we can only hope! Melvin-You told us O, we had no where else to go but up! Otis-That’s right I did! Eddie-*Raises his glass of wine* To The Temptations & Motown! *The others raise their glasses* Whole table-To The Temptations & Motown! Paul-Talked to Berry earlier, says we might’ve made it on the charts just in time to go on the next Motown review tour! Says he’ll confirm it with us by the end of this week! Eddie-That’s great news poopie! Honey-I’m so proud of ya’ll! I just can’t seem to say it enough.... Melvin-Well we love hearing it! We’re glad you found your way back to us.... Honey-So am I. It’s amazing what spoiled new years eve plans can lead you to...*all laugh* Otis-Well, have you found your way back to anything else these last 2 weeks? *Tosses a glance to David* Honey-What do you mean? *Knowing full well what he meant* Otis-You know, find your way back to anything you may have left behind.... Honey-You would be referring to my relationship with David would you not? *table falls silent* Otis-I didn’t mean to pry, I was just wondering. Honey-Hmm, I see. Well, why don’t ya’ll ask David. Maybe he can answer that question. *Turns to David whom faces the guys* David-*Trying to look serious & stern couldn’t help but crack a smile* Ya’ll pry to much you know that! *Whole table laughs, David kisses Honey* There, did that answer the question? Paul-I certainly think so, Eddie what you think? Eddie-Oh I got the answer loud & clear, Melvin? Melvin-Understood it perfectly, O? Otis-Well, I didn’t quiet catch the answer... *Honey rolls her eyes, David shakes his head* David-Always have been a little slow huh O? *Laughs* Otis-Naw, I happy for you two! Melvin-You know Honey Momma Rose would love to see your home. Honey-Well she’s welcome over anytime, gets lonely around here in this big old house; it’s just me by me lonesome most the time. I had school but that’s over & I still volunteer whenever I can but...this really is just too much space for one person. Eddie-David, you Jimmy & your ma all still love together? David-Ya, I been looking for my own place though. Jimmy won’t leave momma if I do & same goes the other way around. Which ever one of us finds our own place first gets to leave, the other stays & looks after ma. We don’t think she could bare to have both of us leave.... Eddie-Well why don’t you move in with Honey? *Both David & Honey turn to Eddie* What? Honey was just saying she’s lonely & has too much space & you said your looking for a place of your own! David-Corn, that may have been a bit to far. Honey-Why? He’s right you know. David-But we just got back together, don’t you think me moving in would maybe push things? Honey-No, I don’t see how. We’re together so it’ll bring us closer, I won’t be as lonely & you’ll have more freedom....from your family that is. Paul-*Slightly under his breath* Don’t blow it Ruff.... David-*Throws a sideways glance at Paul before turning back to Honey* I just don’t want to pressure you.... Honey-Your not, & what exactly would you be pressuring me into doing? Surely your not insinuating anything are you? Melvin-Duck & cover fellas! David-No, no! I would never pressure you on that! Otis-Uh-huh, that coming from I’ve had 4 girlfriends in the last 6 months! Opps! Honey-Oh, is that right? Ladies man through & through aren’t ya? David-I haven’t, you know what I mean! *Honey laughs* Paul-So you lied to us, you didn’t get any action from Margret 2 months ago?! *Whole table cracks up* David-Ya’ll are stupid! Im’ done with this whole discussion....*picks at the food on his plate* Melvin-We meant nothing by it Ruff, we just messin’ with ya. David-Always the peace keeper huh Blue? *smiles* Melvin-Hey I like my position. Eddie-I shouldn’t have brought the whole moving in subject up.... Honey-Well I still think it’s a good idea.... David-You do? Eddie-Ya, you do? David-But out a sec Corn! Honey-I just thought it’d be nice having you around more is all....lord knows I have room to spare. David-You sure? Honey-No, you caught me! I just want you to move in so I can murder you in your sleep for your last 4 girlfriends! *Table all laughs again* Yes, I want you to move in; with no ulterior motives in mind I promise! David-Alright then. I’ll move in, first thing tomorrow! Honey-*Hugs David* You know Eddie, God forbid this singing thing don’t work out you could have a career in real estate!
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:15:15 GMT -5
short chapter here) Chapter 29: ~~~~~~~~~~ (Next morning, around 7am I’d say, Honey woke up to something very different then her alarm clock.) *loud thuds from downstairs, Honey still in bed* Honey-*Yawns & stretches out her arms* What on earth? I’m gonna kill who ever is making that noise!! *gets up & walks to the top of her stairs & looks down to see 4 or 3 brown boxes in her front room & the door wide open* What.... David-*Walks in setting down another box* Honey-David! David-*looks up* Morning baby *smiles* Honey-*Don’t you baby me! What do you think you are doing?! David-Moving in, like you said I could last night. Honey-Well yes but not at the crack of down! I was sleeping you know?! David-I know you were. I walked on upstairs to see if you were up. Clearly you weren’t & you looked so peaceful that I just couldn’t wake you! So, I thought I’d just start bringing my stuff in & if I finished on time I was gonna make you some breakfast.... Honey-Aww, that’s so sweet of you....wait, how did you get in? David-Oh, well you left your door unlocked last night; apparently you forgot to lock it....not safe baby. *Smirks* Honey-Aren’t you the clever one....what were you going to do if the front door wasn’t unlocked hm? David-Climb up to your balcony of course, surprise you that way. Honey-I see. *Leans over the railing* David-Speaking of surprise, come down here; I got one for ya! Honey-Really?! *Smiles* David-Girl would I lie to you?! Now get down here before I change my mind ‘bout giving it to ya! Honey-*Runs down the stairs & jumps into his arms & wraps her legs around him* So where is it? David-What if I make you wait for it? Honey-*Looks him in the eyes* I’m not a very patient woman so you give it to me now or I’m going back to bed! *she said stubbornly* David-Well then I guess I better give it to ya *smiling* Honey-*Laughs* I guess you’d better! David-Alright then! *Kisses her soundly on the lips while wrapping his arms around her* Honey-Hmm, that was nice.... David-Ya I thought you’d like it *smiles* Honey-Cocky aren’t ya? David-No not cocky, confident! Besides, I know what you like. Honey-Oh you do do you? *David walks her over to the couch & sets her down* Because honestly I find that hard to believe because you’ve only really known me...4-5 weeks of your life! David-*Sits on the couch beside her* Seems like I’ve known ya longer then that....but your right that ain’t very long. *gets a slightly defeated look on his face* Honey-*catching that look on his face, lays down so her heads in his lap & looks up at him* But, for the short while you’ve known me....you’ve been very perceptive as to what I want! And I like a man who catches on quick! *Smiles up at him* David-*Still looking not quiet convinced* Maybe I don’t know you as well as I think. Honey-*Rolls her eyes* I bet you can tell what I want right now, just by looking at me & if you can’t I’ll kick you out & you won’t live with me! David-*Looks down at her playful smile. Kisses her again* Honey-Can you read minds cause that’s exactly what I wanted?! *Both laugh* Guess your stuck living with me now huh? David-*Playing with a strand of her hair* Damn, guess I am stuck living in this gorgeous house, with a gorgeous woman....how will I manage? *Both laugh, he gets up & heads to the door* Honey-Where you going? David-I got like 2-4 more boxes to get in here woman! Honey-*Sits up* Fine, guess I’ll be the one making breakfast! *Smiles & heads into the kitchen*
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Post by lightdion on May 30, 2006 4:17:13 GMT -5
Davids Story Chapter 29(continued): (Later that evening at the dinner table) Honey-So, do have all your stuff here? So you can start unpacking & get settled in. David-Sure do. I’ll start settling in tomorrow. Honey-Glad to here it....it’s nice having you here you know? David-*Chuckles* Glad you approve. *Finishes last bite on his plate* Honey-*Having just finished what was on her plate as well stands & takes David’s plate & her own into the kitchen to & starts doing the dishes* David-*Gets up & follows her to the kitchen* It’s nice to have someone cooking for me, besides ma. Honey-Hey, I cooked this time! What makes you think I’m going to cook all your meals? You gonna be doing some cooking of your own. *both laugh* David-I’ll cook for you any time....when I’m not on the road. Honey-Are ya’ll going on the tour? David-Don’t know yet, but if we are we’ll be gone for a whole month or more. Honey-I know. However if I remember our first date correctly, you said you’d take me on the road with you. David-I did indeed say that, but I don’t think Motown will....concur with that. If I took you, everyone else on the tour would want to take there families, loved ones. It wouldn’t be fair. Honey-Life ain’t fair.... David-Nope, we’ve all learned that the hard way. Honey-Well, you better not have to much fun on that tour of yours! I know ya’ll will end up going so. David-What do you mean to much fun?*Smirking* Honey-You know damn well what I mean! I know all the beautiful & talented women that’ll be on the tour with you, I know the ladies man in you....I’ve heard of your last 4 girlfriends. I’m not naive, I won’t be made a fool.......... David-*Walks up behind her & puts his arms round her waist* Is someone jealous? Honey-No, just not blind. Race is still an issue for many people David, I’m sure there are plenty of women out there ready & willing to free you from your white trash girlfriend. And what’s more is their not blind either, your good looks speak for themselves. David-*Sighs & puts his head on her shoulder* Baby, you ain’t got nothing to worry about. I’m not going anywhere & I promise I’ll behave on tour. Honey-See now I feel like I’m controlling your life & holding you down.... David-You are not holding me down or controlling my life, you don’t want to loose me & I can understand; I don’t want to loose you either. So how ‘bout we both just hold on to each other *Wraps his arms tighter around her waist* as tight as we can, & never let go. Honey-*Finishes washing up last dish, sighs* You’ll behave on tour? David-I promise, I will behave myself. But....*Kisses her neck* I can’t say the same for right now.... Honey-Hmm, didn’t ask you to. *Turns in his arms to face him* David-*Kisses her lips & mumbles* Come ta bed.... Honey-*Smiles* I’m not tired. David-*Still kissing her* I’ll make ya tired. Honey-*Pulls away* Come on.....*Takes his hand & leads him upstairs* David-*Walks toward her room, still holding hands* Honey-*Stops abruptly* Where you going? David-Uh, to our room. With you, to make you tired.....*Smirking* Honey-Ha, I don’t think so. Your rooms down the hall, there’s a bed for you & everything; the rooms all set up. You just got to put your stuff in it tomorrow. David-But I thought....since we living together, & we’re together that..... Honey-Hmm, that we’d share a room, share a bed? *Walks to him & puts her arms around him* David-Ya, that. *Leans in to kiss her* Honey-*Pulls away & walks down the hall to his door* Well you thought wrong, this is your room. *Walks in to it, David following* David-Damn! Didn’t think there’d be anything better then sharing a bed with you but I was wrong! *smiles* Honey-*Smacks him playfully in the arm* Watch it. Glad your room satisfies you. Good night, sleep sweet. *Kisses him & leaves the room to go to her own* David-*Sings loudly from in his room* Stay, just a little bit longer! Please, please, please, please.... tell me your going to! Honey-*Hollers back* Good night Mr. Ruffin! *Laughs* David-*Sings loudly* Won’t you place you sweet lips, to mine........! Honey-You had a kiss goodnight! *Pokes her head out her door to look down the hall* Now goodnight! David-*Walks down the hall towards her* I was just singing you to sleep, Honey. *Smiles* Honey-Uh-huh. *Kisses him* There, you got another. David-Satisfied, for now. *Smirks* Night. *Heads back to his room to go to bed, she returns into hers. They both fall asleep*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 30: ~~~~~~~~~~ (Thursday of that week. All the guys at Honey & David’s house just hanging out. Phone rings) Honey-I’ll get it fellas. *Gets up to answer the phone* Eddie-Looks like your new living arrangements going well Ruff. David-It is. Melvin-She’s great David, you a lucky man. David-Pssh, don’t I know it Blue! Otis-Hey, we all lucky. Paul & I are family men, David you have Honey, Blue & Corn are living the bachelor lives. And, we all have bright futures ahead of us! Paul-I hear that! David-Otis gone all sentimental? *They all laugh* Honey-*Screams from the living room* David-*Looks to the guys, worried. All the fellas get up & run to the living room to see the phone hanging by it’s wire off the hook, Honey with her hands over her mouth. David & the fellas rush over to her, David taking her in his arms* Baby, baby what’s wrong? What happened?! *Guys all look worried* Honey-I....David, David! David-What, what?! Honey-*Smile spreading across her face* You....ya’ll leave for the Motown review tour Staurday morning!! *hugs him* (Guys all laugh, hug & shake hands. Saturday morning, outside Hitsville U.S.A. building, Motown artist filling up the bus). Jo-*Holding Lamont* You gonna call me now? Otis-I gonna call you every night! Jo-Promise? Otis-I promise. Paul-Lets go, lets go! You know I love you right? *Kisses Maxine* Give this to the kids alright? *Kisses her* One & two *Kisses her* three, *Kisses her* mmm, & four! *Kisses her* Jo-You know I love you right? Otis-I love you too! *Kisses her* Buh-bye. Jo-Bye, Bye. Otis-I love you Lamont! Jo-Bye, bye daddy! *waves* David-I’m gonna miss you, you know that? Honey-Oh I’m sure you’ll find some sort of pleasurable company. David-Hey, we been over this. I promise you, I keep my promise! *Takes her face in his hands* I wouldn’t lie to ya. Honey-I know. *Tears up* Look at me, swore I wouldn’t cry! You go & have fun, stay safe. I trust you. *Hugs him* David-*Kisses her* I’ll be back soon! *Heads onto the bus* Bye baby! *Bus starts moving* Honey-Bye! (And so the tour begins. No, David does not make out with that chick(Florence Ballard I believe) on the bus as he does in the movie. Fast forward to bus breakdown scene) David-*Walks off the bus, groans* Ah man! *Walks over to Eddie* Need some help? Eddie-Ya. Can you hold this real steady? David-Ok. (Car drives by) Guy in the car-Get your freeder rider asses back up North! *Shoots gun twice* David-*Runs after the car, tool in hand* I got something for your asses! *Eddie cathces up to him & stops him* Otis-Hey, hey David get back here! What’s wrong with you David? You ain’t got no gun! (Everyone, including Eddie & David get back on the bus) Paul-What were you thinking Ruff? They almost shot you & Corns heads off! David-I was thinking that I had something for their asses, & it was the wrench in my hand! Otis-You ain’t no good to us dead Ruff! We kinda need ya you know?! David-Ya.... Melvin-More importantly we all suppose to look after you, for Honey. David-What? Melvin-She asked us to take care of you. Not spy on you, but keep you outta trouble. You know, like the kind you just got into; risking your life! David-Can’t take care of her if I’m dead.... Paul-Nope. Now that doesn’t make what you just did wrong, it was brave actually. But stupid at the same time...I bet Honey didn’t even flash through your mind when you went chasing after them. David-Man all I was thinking is I was gonna whoop their asses! *All laugh* (Tour over 2 months later, all return home. Round 10 at night). David-*Creeps in the front door & sets his suitcase down. Creeps upstairs & into Honeys room to see her sleeping. Sits on the side of her bed & takes a piece of her honey blonde hair between his fingers* Honey-Hmm. *Her eyes flutter open, all she can see is a dark figure sitting beside her & is about to scream* David-*His hand covers her mouth quicky* It’s just me baby! I’m home. *Removes his hand from her mouth* Honey-Oh David! *Sits up & flings her arms round him* You scared me! David-I noticed. I didn’t mean ta wake ya. Honey-No, no it’s fine. God I’ve missed you! Alot’s happened while you were gone. David-Really? You want me to let you get back to sleep so you can tell me tomorrow or you gonna tell me now? Honey-I couldn’t possibly go back to sleep now, unless your tired. David-Naw, I slept the whole trip back. Honey-Well for starters Daisy & Meagan moved, to California. That was the main event while you were gone. David-You must be devastated. They’ve been your friends for a long time. Honey-Well I was, but their getting on with their lives. Besides, your home now & we can get on with ours. *Smiles* You behave on tour? David-Hey promised you I would & I did. Otis on the other hand.... Honey-What, what’d he do? David-He kinda, um....did a no-no. He uh, cheated on Jo. Honey-What? How could he?! She’s his wife, they have a son! David-I know. They’ll have some issues to work through I’m sure. She didn’t look to happy when we were getting off the bus. She was there, waiting for Otis ya know. Honey-Bless her heart. I can’t even imagine.... David-*Wraps his arms around Honey* Yep, they’ll probably be making some changes.....well I’m off ta bed. *Kisses her* Night baby, it’s good to be home. *Goes to bed*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 31: ~~~~~~~~~~ (End of that week, Honey & David grocery shopping). David-This is nice. Honey-*Laughs* What? Shopping? How’s shopping fun? David-Naw, it’s fun with you. The last time I was here with you was when I introduced myself properly. Honey-Ah, when you were apologizing for Jimmy & not sticking to your list by picking up hot sauce. David-That’s right & we getting some now too. (Puts bottle of hot sauce in cart). Honey-Well, I didn’t exactly stick to my list that day either. David-Oh you didn’t huh? What’d you get that was off your list? Honey-Well I managed to pick you up didn’t I? *Both laugh* David-Ya, ya did. (Strolling down the aisles, many people stop & stare at them or turn up their noses in disgust). David-What they think their staring at? Honey-We’re different David. People are always afraid of what’s different. David-I don’t think afraid is what their feeling.... Honey-*Sighs, laughs a little* Then they just jealous cause I’m with one of the most handsome men in Detroit & their all alone! *Kisses his cheek* David-*Smiles* Or they jealous of me cause I’m with the most beautiful woman in Detroit, hell in the world! Honey-Flattery has always gotten you far David....what else do we need? David-Um, need some fruit. Honey-Alright. *Both head to fruit section, sorting through apples* DVW-Well, well. What do we have here? Some ebony & ivory action hmm? David-Back off! Honey-No David it’s fine. I’m sure Mr. Van Wyke meant nothing by it. *Turns to DVW* Isn’t that right David? DVW-Oh I mean everything I say Honey. Honey-You will not address me so informal sir. DVW-I mean everything I say Ms. Daniels. Can I talk to you? *Tosses a glare to David* Alone? David-Why don’t you get outta here! Honey-No David, it’s alright. Would you give us a minute, please. David-Alright. I won’t be far baby. *Kisses her cheek & heads off the bakery section* Honey-There, we’re alone. What is it you want Mr. Van Wyke? DVW-You & him pretty serious huh? Honey-His name is David. And yes, I suppose you could say we are. DVW-Rumor has it you have him living with you. Honey-Rumor? It’s true. We’ve been living together for quiet awhile. DVW-That’s not a very safe move. What with his type you know? Honey-His type? I’m afraid I don’t know what you mean. If you mean his type as in kind, charming, handsome, part of a star music group; then I rather like his type. You know, as opposed to your lying, cheating, disgusting type that is. DVW-I mean his type as in thieves, liars, rapist, killers, beggars, a colored through & through! Honey-*Slaps him* You pig! David is far from any of those & if you ever speak ill of him again so help me God!....*Raises her hand to slap him again but he grabs her wrist* DVW-I wouldn’t do that if I were you.... Honey-Well your not me & I’ll do as I please! Now let me go! *Struggles free* David-*Runs up to them* Hey! You ever touch her again & it’ll be the last thing you ever do! DVW-Oh, you appear as violent as most your type. Honey-He’s not worth the time David. Just let it go. David-Did he hurt you? Honey-David.... David-Did he hurt you?! Honey-No, I’m fine; really. Don’t worry about it. DVW-Oh, I’d be worried if I were you Mr. Ruffin. Being a part of a famous music group doesn’t give you a get out of jail free pass. David-What’s that suppose to mean?! DVW-It means if you touch her, we’ll hang you in the streets! Like the trash you are.... Honey-*Slaps DVW again* I told you never to speak ill of him again! You just don’t listen do you? DVW-Got a woman defending you, how pathetic! Store manager-Excuse me! You three don’t stop with this scene you creating & I’ll have to kick you all out. David-We’re sorry sir. Honey-Yes, very sorry. I assure you it won’t continue....Mr. Van Wyke here has one of his whore’s to get home to! *Smirks* DVW-I was just leaving. *Walks out, & store manager walks away* Honey-*Lets out aggravated sigh* Stupid pig.... David-What wqas happening when I should up? Honey-He...provoked me & I reacted, he didn’t like it. Look I really just want to forget about & continue our shopping in peace. Then we have to get home & get ready for your welcome home party! David-Can’t believe all the trouble Mamma Rose is going through to throw us a party.
Honey-Well ya’ll deserve it! If you only knew how many times I heard “The way you do the things you do” on the radio while you were gone....I wasn’t as lonely as I thought I’d be while you were gone because I heard you voice everyday on the radio. David-Well I missed you like crazy! Honey-Hey, I didn’t say I didn’t miss you! I did, all the time everyday; it was just easier being able to hear your voice. I even moved the radio into my bedroom & listened to it as I went to sleep hoping to hear your voice. And lucky for me most nights I was able to have you sing me to sleep. During the day your mother visited, so did Jimmy a few times. Mamma Rose & Haze dropped by as well so I wasn’t alone. Of course I went down to the train station to see Daisy & Meagan off when they left. David-Well, you have me here in person now to sing you to sleep. Honey-Well good. I felt kind of pathetic dragging the radio into my room every night; now it can go back permanently to it’s proper spot. Maybe, I’ll be taking something else into my bedroom each night to replace it.... David-*Makes a sarcastic gasp* Well I never! A young lady should not speak nor refer to such things in public! *Laughs* Honey-You sick man! I was referring to a jukebox, I’ve been wanting to buy one....*Holds back laugh* (Check out register, ask for their grocerys to be delivered later & exit the store). David-Jukebox my ass! * Takes hold of her hand* Honey-No....your ass is better looking then those things. David-*Tosses her an amused & questioning look* Honey-*Slightly blushing, clears her throat* So, do you think Josephine will show up tonight, for the party? David-I doubt it, Otis has done everything he can to beg her forgiveness. Bought her gifts & everything, she’s a stubborn woman..... Honey-I don’t blame her. Cheating is an intolerable action in a relationship....no matter who did it, the word sorry doesn’t seem to be enough & no amount of bribery changes the wrong doing. David-You still talking about Jo & Otis or you & Van Prick? Honey-Both I suppose, I loathed him throughout the whole of our relationship, him cheating on me was just the icing on the cake. Just when you think you can’t despise someone more....but Jo & Otis are different. They love each other & have a son, what Otis did was wrong no question; but I like to think their relationship stands a chance none the less. (Later that night. Everyone at Melvin’s home. Everyone meaning: Honey, David, Jimmy, Earline, Haze, Edgar, Paul, Maxine, Eddie, Otis, & Smokey. Paul’s kids at home with a nanny, Jo home with Lamont). Honey-Momma Rose, you have enough food for the army! It all looks delicious! Momma Rose-Well child this here table is a small army! *Everyone laughs* It’s nice to have ya’ll together. Smokey-Well thank you for having us all! Claudette-You’re a kind & generous woman Mrs. Franklin! Melvin-That’s my momma! David-Hey, that’s me & Jimmy’s aunt! Momma Rose-Oh enough compliments. Everyone dig in! Edgar-This food is delicious! Momma Rose-Well Earline, Haze, & I were happy to throw all this together . Eddie-Excellent cornbread! Haze-We made that specially for you Eddie. Eddie-*Through a big mouthful of it* Much appreciated ma’am! *table laughs* Claudette-So Maxine, were are the kids tonight. Maxine-Oh they’re at home with the nanny. Paul didn’t think they’d be able to sit still long enough through this dinner.... Paul-Well they wouldn’t! Besides, we avoid a food fight this way. Smokey-Food fight? Paul-Ya, it’s their favorite pastime at meals...*Chuckles* And the mess afterwards ain’t pretty. Maxine-Yes, but your not the one that cleans up after them. Paul-Hey, I get an entirely different mess when I’m on diaper duty! *Laughs* Edgar-Hey, some of us folk are trying to eat here! *Table laughs* Otis-Paul, you should drop by some time. Lamont misses his uncle Paul. Paul-Jo wouldn’t mind? Otis-Course not. *Table grows fairly silent* Honey-Eddie, how are you at babysitting? Eddie-I watch Paul & Maxine’s kids all the time. I’m great with kids. Why? You saying something? *Raises a questioning eyebrow. Whole table turns to her including David with a look of complete shock on his face considering they don’t even share a room, let alone a bed* Honey-Heavens no! I was just wondering is all. Though, David acts quiet childish at times....*All laugh* David-I was gonna say, woman you got some explaining to do! Jimmy-You ain’t ready for kids David, you to much of one yourself. David-Hey, I’d be a great dad. Earline-That you would baby. Honey-*Clears throat* Ya um, new topic! *All laugh* Melvin-Ran into Al earlier, he wants back in the group. Eddie-No way, no one smashes a beer bottle on poopies head & gets away with it! He blew his shot. Paul-And that is why I am so lucky to have a friend like you Corn! *Chuckles* Otis-Well that beer bottle incident, on top of his tardiness didn’t help him. We would’ve had to let him go eventually. Melvin-That’s pretty much what I told him. Said we’d like to see him sometime though, & that he still owed Paul an apology. David-Always keeping the peace Blue.... Momma Rose-That’s right! I raised my baby well! Otis-Everything a guy could want in a best friend! Jimmy-To Blue, the peacekeeper! (Whole table raises their glasses & drinks) Melvin-Ya’ll to flattering, just doing my job. Claudette-Modest as ever. Smokey-That’s why we love him. Haze-Sounds like your on everyone’s Christmas list this year Melvin. Edgar-It’ll be one hell of a Christmas this year, a Temptations Christmas! Eddie-Sounds like a good album title....we should mention a Christmas album to Berry. Maxine-It’d be nice to have ya’lls voices making out Christmas merry! Jimmy-Hey, hey! Mine too! Earline-Course baby! Both my boys.... Honey-A toast! To all our men! *All raise glasses & drink*
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Chapter 32: ~~~~~~~~~~ (4th of July) Honey- *In the living room* David, did you pick up the fireworks? David-*In the upstairs bathroom* Ya, got ‘em yesterday! Honey-Good, the block party tonight should be good. I know the guys have their own things to do with their families, but that’s no reason our neighbors can’t have a show. I’ll have to help set out the food & what not later this evening. David-Isn’t there a fire work show held by the government & what not? Honey-Yes....but we like to have our own little fun in the street before the actual show. David-*Comes downstairs & sits by her on the couch* I see. So we gonna have some fun tonight? *Smirking* Honey-Ya, we’ll have fun baby. *Her hand resting on his knee* The neighbor hood does it every year....only downside is the whole neighbor hood attends which includes Mr. Van Prick & his family, he has such a nice family; what happened to him? David-*Notices her hand on his knee* Guess the apple fell far from the tree.... Honey-Very far....*Situates her self on his lap* So what are we gonna do tonight? After the show I mean. Wanna go out for a late dinner, catch a movie, or....we could go for a dip in the pool, in the backyard of course; not the public one. David-All three sound pretty tempting to me.... Honey-Yes well, we can do whatever you want. Because I so happen to be in a generous mood today. David-That so? Whatever I want hmm? *Kisses her* Honey-Whatever you want baby. *kisses him back* But, not right now because I’m going to go out & start setting up early, better to get it all out of the way. *Heads for the door* David-Your cruel woman, getting a brotha all worked up & then walking away like that! Honey-Aww, poor baby. You’ve waited 2 & ½ years, you can wait a while longer. David-How longs a while? Honey-Three words for you Mr. Ruffin : Virgin till marriage! Bye baby. *Leaves* David-Cruel to be kind.... (David at his ma’s home talking with Jimmy) David-All she had was three words for me! Jimmy-And those were?....Oh no. Not VTM? David-You guessed it, virgin till marriage! Jimmy-Damn! Does she mean marriage as in you purpose so you two are engaged? Or like the actual wedding night? David-Knowing her she means wedding night. Just my luck.... Jimmy-Is the ladies man getting antsy? *chuckles* David-No! It’s just, sometimes....she leads me on a little more then I’d like. You know, she’ll get all playful & we’ll make out, but then we gotta stop because damn VTM & I respect her! *Lets out aggravated sigh* Jimmy-Respect, hate that word sometimes don’t ya? David-Yep. Jimmy-Well, you love her? David-Ya. Jimmy-You tell her that? David-I don’t need to tell her, she knows. Jimmy-David, those are the three words every woman needs to hear before the deed can be done! Unless she’s a prostitute or something but we know Honey ain’t that. David-Why I gotta say how I feel when she knows anyways? Jimmy-They just need to hear it David. You say those three words, then opens a whole new door to the relationship! Usually, when a man says those three words & if the woman feels the same way back...you can get anything you want; married or not, if you know what I mean. David-I ain’t gonna say it just to be able t sleep with her! Damn....I’d purpose but we ain’t even got our first paycheck yet, & I’d need to get her a nice ring; all that stuff. I can’t afford any of that yet. Guess marriage is just gonna have to wait. Jimmy-Ya, so is you getting any action then. *Both laugh* David-Man, I’d wait forever for her.... Jimmy-Man brother you got it bad. But ya know, just cause marriage has to wait; doesn’t mean you can’t tell the girl you love her; for sex or not, you might as well say it. Cause I can guarantee you, there ain’t no woman who don’t love hearing it! David-Well, we’ll see what happens tonight then. *Gets up to leave* Jimmy-Hey wait! Back to the whole marriage thing real quick. Is she the type that would have you ask her parents permission? *They exchange a troubled look as David leaves * (That evening, as suns setting) Honey-David! Where you been? We had to start the street fire works without you....kids were getting impatient! *Smiling* David-*Staring at her* Honey-*Laughs nervously* What? Why are you looking at me like that? David-*Kisses her* Cause you beautiful. Honey-*Smiles* Well thank you. Don’t look to bad yourself! *Takes his hand* Now come on, see what we got going in the street! Best part is no Prick has shown up yet this evening, though his family has & of course I said hi to them, such sweet people. David-He not coming at all. Honey-No he’ll be here no doubt. Probably just getting some action, before he joins in our community affairs. You didn’t answer my question. David-*Slightly distracted with his own thoughts* What? Honey-Where were you? Started to think you’d ditch me here. David-Never. I was just talking with Jimmy, catching up some. Haven’t seen a lot of him lately ya know. Honey-Brotherly love huh? Well no matter. You’re here now. Can’t believe catching up with him took all afternoon though.... David-It didn’t. I was arranging a surprise for you. Honey-A surprise? For me? David-For you! Honey-Oooh. When do I get it?! David-Soon enough. Honey-*Throws her arms around his neck* You know how impatient I am.... David-Well you’ll have to be patient this once if you want it. I have everything all set up. Honey-This surprise of yours sounds big, when shall I be expecting it? David-About 20 minutes, right before the fire work show starts. Honey-Sounds huge! Are you sure the surprise is just for me? David-Oh, I’m sure everyone here will enjoy it too. Honey-You don’t plan, you plot! (20 minutes later) Honey-*Walks up on to the stage set up in the middle of the street* Ladies & gentlemen, the show will start in about an hour! *Cheers from crowd, she walks off stage to look for David in the crowd but can’t find him* David-*Up on stage* Ladies & gentlemen may I have your attention please! Honey-*Shocked, turns to see David on the stage* David-A very special woman, Ms. Daniels has prepared some special entertainment for ya’ll tonight, before the big fire work show! *Crowd cheers* Honey-*Makes her way to in front of the stage, looking up at David utterly bewildered* David-Ladies in gentlemen I am proud to present The Temptations! *All guys file out on stage, David joining them. Crowd cheering, Honey amongst them* (The Temptations sing “The way you do the things you do”, “Girls alright with me”, “SHOUT”, & “America the beautiful”. Fire work show starts as guys leave the stage* Honey-*Runs up & jumps on David, legs & arms wrapped round him, covering his face with kisses* You give the BEST surprises!!!! David-I thought you’d like it, got the guys to put a hold on their family affairs just long enough to entertain. Honey-You are amazing!! *Kisses him* DVW-Tisk, tisk. Is this behavior appropriate for a such a public occasion? Honey-*Faces Mr. Prick* Well normally wild pigs aren’t aloud to roam the streets at such a public event either, but that didn’t stop you! *Goes back to kissing David* DVW-Well aren’t you suppose to be watching the firework show? Honey-*We’re making our own! *Still kissing him* DVW-Well none the less, I would appreciate it, as I’m sure many others would; if you two would stop the vomit inducing act of groping each other in public or I’ll have you both arrested for too much PDA! Honey-*lets go of David & walks up to DVW* Happy? No, course your not. DVW-What you doing with a man like him? He was practically rapping you! Honey-Hmm, no actually kinda the other way around. *Satisfied smirk on her lips* Besides, rape is involuntary, & forgive me but there was no struggle involved. DVW-You two won’t make it you know. Not in this society. David-This society is more open minded then it use to be. DVW-Don’t kid yourself ignorant person! Racism is alive & well & I’ll keep it that way. You & your kind going around stealing our jobs, money, our women! Who do you think ya’ll are?! You can sing decently & do some n-sync dance moves & match you clothes....& sure people are entertained. That doesn’t mean your excepted. David-*Nods his head* You know, just cause you consider yourself a real ladies man, got a rich family, are the mayors son, got some fine clothes & what you think are manners; doesn’t mean people except you. Does calling me ignorant person make you feel more superior? Good for you if it does & though I didn’t think it was possible....you calling me ignorant person only makes you less of a human being then you already are! *Takes Honeys hand* Come on baby, lets go. (Second David turns, DVW aims a punch at the back of his head) Honey-*See’s DVW* David! David-*Turns & punches DVW in the face, landing him on the ground* (2 cops come rushing over & help DVW to his feet) DVW-I think he broke my nose! Officers, I want this man arrested for assault & harassment! Honey-Harassment?! DVW-Well he was harassing you earlier ma’am, I saw you trying to get away. Honey-You liar!! (Officers handcuffing David) Officer1-Bad move kid, making moves on the mayors son ex-fiancé! Officer2-And then punching him in the face & breaking his nose! Will you colored’s ever learn?! (Drag David off) Honey-David! *DVW holding her back* You get your hands off me! I’ll have him out in no time & as for you, you disgusting, lying, cheating, obnoxious, vain, beastly tyrant of a man!!!! DVW-What? Honey-You, you will rot in hell!!!! *Runs off to the police station* (David, sitting in a jail cell) Honey-*Pulls up a chair in front of his cell* You’ll be out in the morning, they get ya for one night.... David-Surprise! *Lets out a defeated laugh* Honey-Hmm, well I don’t like this one as much as I did the other. *Smiles* David-I’m sorry, you should go back out & enjoy what’s left of the show. Honey-Don’t be sorry, it ain’t ya fault. Besides, prick heads out there! *Both laugh* You know, that broken nose you gave him suits him; he should be thanking you & not having you arrested! David-*chuckles* Well, I’ll give him more then a broken nose next time.... Honey-Papers will have a good headline tomorrow. “Motowns Temptations singer: David Ruffin performs punching lesson on Mayors sons face!” David-Pssh, ya. Berry will love that headline.... Honey-I’ll explain it to him, no worries. David-*Head in his hands* I screwed up. Honey-Give me your hand.... David-*Reaches his hand out to her through the cell bars* Honey-*Kisses his hand* You’ll be out first thing in the morning & what you did was in self defense! It’s not the end of the world. Really you didn’t do anything wrong, & that harassment charge is a crock! David-Ya. Still not how I pictured this night going though, Honey-And how had you imagined it going? *Smiling* David-Well, we’d continue with our own firework show un-interrupted for one. *Both laugh* Then I was gonna take ya home, make ya some kind of romantic dinner. Honey-Ah, you know I love your cooking! *laughs* David-Then I was gonna tell ya something important. Something that has to wait now.... Honey-Why? If it’s important ya can’t let a jail cell stop ya from telling me. I mean if it’s something private, we’re alone; no ones gonna hear. I’m sleeping here at the station tonight, in the lobby. David-No, you going home! Honey-No I am not! I’m not leaving you here alone over night, no I’m staying in the lobby. David-What you gonna sleep in? Honey-A chair... David-I want ya home, in your bed were you belong! Honey-Well I want you home with me, but clearly neither of us are gonna get what we want! Now, tell me that something important.... David-I can’t. The mood & setting ain’t right.... Honey-You a perfectionist all of the sudden? David-With what I want to tell you, yes I am. Honey-Well, the setting is a bit....drab I’ll give you that. The mood is less then cheerful but intimate none the less. So, whatever you have to say; just tell me. I don’t see why you need a certain mood or setting to tell me something anyways....I mean if your going to tell me your leaving for a tour you don’t need a cozy house as a back round & romantic mood..... David-I’m not going anywhere. Honey-*Kisses his hand again & rest her cheek on it* Well that’s good, but you better spit out whatever it is cause I can’t sit here with you all night! *smiles* David-I love you. Honey-Please, you can’t stand me. David-I love you. Honey-Looks up at him* Your serious aren’t you? David-I love you. So much.... Honey-*Tears up, smiling. Puts a hand to her mouth as silent tears stream down her face* I....I don’t know what to say.......... David-I love you more then you know.... Honey-I....I love you too! *Kisses his hand* Come here.... David-*Moves his face to the bars* Honey-*Takes his face in her hands & kisses him* I love you too baby!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 33: ~~~~~~~~~~ ( Another Motown Review tour. November 1964, New York City. Guys sitting with Smokey at piano) Smokey-We got a few minutes before the show I wanna go over this new song I got laid out for ya. Ok? Paul-Alright. Eddie-*Goes to sit next to Smokey* Smokey-Uh I wrote this one for David, Eddie. Eddie- Cool, cool. Melvin-And up, and up, and up! David-*Walks over & sits next to Smokey* Smokey-We gonna start this off with a C ok? And we’re gonna jump into an F. *Plays notes on piano* We’re gonna start....there’s no music during “I’ve got”. *snaps fingers* It’s gonna open up on *playing on the piano* I’ve got sunshine....on a cloudy day. Otis-Mmm, now we’ve all needed that. Smokey-When it’s cold outside, I’ve got the month of May. Ya, keep it nice & low... Melvin-Smokey this is sweet man Smokey-Alright, now here’s the change up during the chorus: I guess you say, what can make me feel this way?- Hold.- My girl.... *Collective awws* Otis-Now we all felt that! Smokey-Alright so we’re uh, start it off, David give me a “I got” and then I’ll and “sunshine” And keep, take us back to church! *snapping his fingers* David-I’ll make this church, I’ve been to church! I’ve been to church now. (Back in Detroit, in Haze’s home. Momma Rose, Haze, Edgar, Allen(Otis’s little brother), Josephine, Lamont, Maxine, & Honey. Watching the Ed Sullivan TV show performance. Oh & Al’s in a bar brooding on what might have been & Johnny May sitting in her home hitting herself in the head for being a bitch to the guys early in their careers & regretting it now). Momma Rose-*Rushing in & sitting on the couch* Oh my God! (All screaming, clapping, laughing) Momma Rose-That’s my baby! Guys on TV(Ed Sullivan Show)-I guess you say, what can make me feel this way, my girl.....my girl, my girl, talking bout my girl....my girl! Honey-That’s me, I’m my girl!! For David, that is. *All laugh* Haze-*Holding Lamont* Look at your daddy! You see your daddy! Don’t they look good ya’ll?! Guys on TV-I got soooo much Honey, the bees envy me! I got a sweeter song, then the birds in the trees. Well....I guess you say, what can make me feel this way? My girl, my girl, my girl. Talking bout my girl, my girl! Ooooh, hoo. Hey, hey, hey. Everyone n-sync with the TV performance-Hey, hey, hey! Guys on TV-Oooh, hoo. Ya.....I don’t need no money....fortune, or fame. I got all the riches baby, one man can claim. Well....I guess you say, what can make me feel this way? My girl, my girl, my girl. Talking bout my girl, my girl! Talking bout my girl, I got sunshine on a cloudy day with my girl, I’ve even got the month of May with my girl!, my girl, my girl. Talking bout, talking bout, talking bout my Girl, wooohoo, my girl. (Everyone claps) Honey-Well, I’ll consider that a gift form David! I mean the “My girl” & the “I’ve got so much Honey the bees envy me”. Now I know Smokey wrote the song, but he have some good coincidences in there. Maxine-We’ll all take it as directed to us by our men! Honey-I hear you on that girl! Lamont-Daddy! Jo-*Picks him up* Yes, that was your daddy! Haze-My baby! Edgar-My son! Allen-My big brother! (All laugh) Maxine-Mmm, didn’t Paul look fine in that suit?! Honey-They all looked fine in them suits!! Almost fainted myself.... Jo-They looked handsome. Honey-Mmhmm. Momma Rose-Ya’ll see my Melvin, my baby! Oh, they all looked & sounded so good! Their first television performance.... Lamont-Daddy, daddy on TV! Jo-That’s right baby. Daddy & all his closest friends! *Kisses his head* Haze, Edgar, ya’ll mind if me & Lamont stayed here tonight? Edgar-Course not, love to have time with my grandson. Haze-Your welcome to dear.... Jo-*Heads upstairs to put Lamont to bed & sleep herself* Maxine-Well I best be going myself, wouldn’t want to intrude any longer. *Gets up to leave* Haze-Nonsense child, you can intrude here anytime you want! *Laughs* Maxine-*Heading out the door* By ya’ll! Have a good night. *Leaves* Momma Rose-Well guess that’s my sign to get home.... Honey-Momma Rose I’ll walk ya home! Momma Rose-If you insist child. Honey-I do. Edgar, Haze, it was so nice of you to have us. Edgar-Anytime Honey. Haze-Anytime to both of you! Bye. (Momma Rose & Honey leave. Honey walks Momma Rose home, then heads to her own. Lying in her bed) Honey-*Singing to herself*” I’ve got soo much Honey, the bees envy me!” *Hums* “My girl, my girl, my girl. Talking bout my girl.....” *Falls asleep* (Two weeks later, guys back in Detroit. The “Money(that’s what I want)” scene takes place, cars & all. David(in his white/cream suit) goes home to find Honey taking a nap on the couch & slowly sits beside her). David-Honey....baby, wake up. *Kisses her forehead* Honey-*Eyes slowly open to see David sitting beside her* David.... David-Ya baby. Honey-*Wakes up more instantly & throws her arms around him* I’m so glad your home! I saw you on the Ed Sullivan Show, we all did! You guys were great!! David-Well thank ya. Notice any...subtle hints in the song? *Smirking* Honey-Yes I did, & I pointed ‘em out & bragged too! You were sooo, hmm, what’s the word? David-*Smiling* So what? I was so what? Honey-*Kisses him* Sexy, very sexy! *Kisses him again* David-Hoped you’d say that. *Laughs* Got a big pay check too. Come see our new car! *Takes her by the hand & drags her to the porch* (His car sitting out front, Flynn the driver beside it). David-Got a car & driver! Honey-Oh my God David! You are to much! *Walks towards the car & Flynn* David-*Laughs* That’s what Eddie & the guys said. Flynn-You must be Honey! David’s told me a lot about you. *Kisses her hand* Honey-It’s a pleasure to meet you Mr.....? Flynn-Just call me Flynn. I’m at yours & David’s every command. He talks about you non-stop. Honey-*Turns to David* He does huh? Nothing bad I hope.... David-Please, there’s nothing bad to be said about you! *Kisses top of her head* Flynn-So, you two married? Honey-*Looks up at David* Uh, no. We’re not. David-We’ll fix that soon though, I hope. Honey-Hey, I’ve been waiting for years so, anytime baby. Listen you two, why don’t we go back in & I’ll get us some lemonade. Flynn-You asking your driver in? Honey-Pssh, any friend of David’s is a friend of mine! Besides, it’s the least I can do if you gonna be driving me & David around all the time, now come on in. *All 3 head inside*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ~~~~~~~~~~ Chapter 33(cont.) Honey-*Turns back to look at the car on the way up the porch steps* David..... David-Ya baby? Honey-Are those your glasses on the car door?! David-*Laughs* Ya, had to add the Ruffin touch to it! *All inside* TO BE CONTINUED!!!!!!!!!!
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-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter 34~~~~~~~~~~ (Christmas morning) Honey-David!! David come on down!! David-*Walking sleepily down the stairs* Morning to you too....*yawns* Honey-*Hugs him* Merry Christmas! David-You too! *Kisses her* (They open their presents, some from each other, some from the guys & their families, some from Berry & others at Motown, some from David’s fans, some from Flynn, some from Daisy & Meagan & Honeys parents(whom don’t know about her & David). Honey-We made out this Christmas! David-Did we, how’d I miss that?! I want in on it! *Kisses her* Honey-*Kisses him back* Not like that, & you know it. *Blushing* David-Oh, hang on. I got one more present for ya! *Runs upstairs to his room & come back down with a fairly large wrapped package under his arm* Here you go. Honey-David! You shouldn’t have.... David-Well damn girl, open it! *Laughs* Honey-Ok. *Rips wrapping off & opens the box, which inside is another, smaller wrapped box* David?! David-Keep going... Honey-*Raises an eyebrow at him* Ok....*Unwraps that box & opens it only to reveal another slightly smaller wrapped box, then unwraps that one & opens it which reveals yet another wrapped box, so she unwraps that one to find another inside it* David....how many more of these do I have to go through baby? David-Just keep going....there’s something in there, I promise. Honey-*Sighs, not entirely reassured* Alright....*Unwraps the smallest wrapped package which concealed a black velvet box* David.....I told you no expensive jewelry, I won’t let you spoil me that much. Take it back. David-*Shakes his head* Honey, just might wanna open that before you say that. Honey-David, I appreciate it, I really do & I’m sure it’s gorgeous but if I look at it I won’t want ya to take it back! David-Fine, I’ll open it for you. *Takes the box, faces it towards her & opens it to reveal an exquisite heart-shaped diamond surrounded by to small rectangular ones on a silver band & gets down on one knee taking her right hand in his* Honey Daniels, will you do the honor of making me the happiest man in the world? Will you marry me? Honey-*Gazing dumbfounded between the ring & David’s eyes* I....I don’t know what to say.......... David-*Smiling* Well “yes” is kinda the answer I’m hopping for. Honey-I....yes, YES! Of course I will!!!! *Tears in her eyes* David-*Slides the ring on her finger. Stands & kisses her* Honey-*Kisses him back* David-*Arms around her* My girl forever now. *Smiling* Honey-Hmm, David Ruffin; “The way you do the things you do!” *Laughs* David-*Wipes the tears off her cheeks* Why ya crying? Honey-I’m just so happy, I can cry if I’m happy can’t I? David-Ya, you can. *Holds her close* (Doorbell) Honey-*Goes to answer the door, opens it seeing Eddie, Paul, Melvin & Otis, & Earline & Jimmy* Hey ya’ll! Merry Christmas! Come on in....*ushers them in from the cold* (All greet David) Honey-What ya’ll doing here? Eddie-Just thought we’d drop by & share in the Christmas cheer...woulda dropped by somewhere else but ya’ll have the biggest house! *All laugh* David-Glad ya’ll dropped by. Honey-You guys want some breakfast? David & I haven’t eaten yet ourselves. Jimmy-It’d be much appreciated, need some warm food in our bellies! Earline-I’ll help ya in the kitchen Honey! Honey-Oh no, don’t worry about it. I insist, ya’ll deserve a good breakfast without having to do anything! Take a seat. Make yourselves at home. Earline-Honey, really it’d be no trouble. Honey-No, no. You sit with the boys, relax. I got everything under control! *Runs to the kitchen to prepare breakfast* Otis-She’s in a good mood this morning.... Melvin-Well it is Christmas. Paul-Maxine didn’t wake up that happy, kids had another food fight with their breakfast before we got to the opening of presents. *All laugh* Otis-Jo seemed happy enough this morning....I think that was cause she saw Lamont’s face opening his new bike. Eddie-David, you haven’t said much this morning....why ain’t you as happy as Honey? Melvin-Ya Ruff, you ok? David-Oh man I’m fine. Better then ever actually. Earline-You sure baby?
David-Ya, ya I’m fine. (All chit-chat at the table. Bout 20 minutes or so later Honey comes in to serve breakfast) Honey-*Setting everyone’s plates in front of them. Goes back in the kitchen, comes back in placing all the main dishes on the table for them to pile one their plates. Setting a bowl of eggs right in front of Earline.) Earline-*Noticing the ring on her finger, takes her hand for a closer look* Lord child, what is that?! (Whole table looks in their direction taking in the rock on her finger) Eddie-Damn woman! Melvin-Where did you get that?! Honey-*Glances down the table to see David’s smiling face* I....*Holding back laughter* it was a present. *Laughs* Earline-Well who from? What is so funny? *Looks around at the faces at the table, Jimmy, Eddie, Paul, Otis, Melivins eyes meet hers as they turn to look at David* David?.... David-*Smiling broadly, playing with the food on his plate* What? Ya’ll act like you ain’t ever seen an engagement ring before! (Whole table explodes with laughter, cheers, & words of congratulations). Jimmy-Little brother popped the question huh?! David-Couldn’t hold it in much longer! Earline-My baby getting married! Eddie-And to a good woman! Paul-Hey, hey we all invited right?! Honey-Of course! Ya’ll are family, gotta have family! Otis-You two make one hell of a couple! Melvin-So when’s the wedding? David-Whenever the bride to be wants, & at no expense spared! Honey-*Examining the ring on her finger* I can’t believe I almost made you take this back..... Eddie-Why?! Honey-Well, I hadn’t opened the box yet, I thought he bought me some extravagant dress jewelry, a necklace, bracelet, earing’s or something. David-I wouldn’t have taken it back if you had gotten on your hands & knees & begged! Honey-And he tortured me too! He made me go through five gift wrapped boxes to get to it!! Such a waste of wrapping paper & ribbon....*all laugh* David-Hey, it was worth it to see the look on your face. And you like the ring don’t ya? Honey-It’s....exquisite! Breathtaking.......... David-One of a kind too, not another like it on this planet; specially made for you! *Kisses her* (Cheers shouted round the table). Honey-blushing ear to ear* Well, ya’ll eat up before the food gets cold! Paul-Oh hell ya! Ya’ll made me forget my hunger for a bit there..... Eddie-Hey Honey, you got any.... Honey-Cornbread?! Yes, Eddie. Just for you, baked a fresh batch last night; was gonna drop it off at your place this morning but you showed up here first. *Goes into the kitchen, comes back out with a pan of fresh cornbread* Look, even a note on it for ya. Eddie-*Reads note out loud* To Eddie, all my love, Honey! Girl you so sweet get over here & give me a hug! Honey-*Gets up & give Eddie a hug* David-Corn, you best not be hitting on my woman! *laughs* Eddie-What? Naw...just showing love. Honey-Actually, David. If you don’t mind I prefer being called either “My girl” or “My future wife” by you! *laughs* Melvin-Cheers! To the future Mr. & Mrs. Ruffin! Whole table-Cheers!! (Later that night) Honey-David, I’m going up to bed. David-Ok baby. *Kisses her cheek* Honey-Aren’t you gonna come up? David-Ya....might as well. *Takes her hand & they both walk upstairs. David heads down the hall to his room* Honey-Baby! Where you going? David-To bed, you know; my room. Honey-Right, about that. David-*Walks toward her, smirk on his face* Ya?.... Honey-Well, since we are engaged; gonna be married soon....*Looking down, fidgeting with her ring* David-Uh-huh?.....*Still smirking* Honey-*Looks up to see the smirk on his face, smacks him playfully on the chest* Don’t even! David-Ah, I’m sorry! *Tries to straighten his face* Honey-Anyways, I was going to say that we should probably get used to sharing a room....a bed. But, you know; without doing anything. David-Oh of course not, wouldn’t dream of it! *Said completely straight faced* Honey-*Laughs* Ya, you’ll just have to cherish the thought of that till our wedding night! David-*Smiles* Oh, I’ll definitely....cherish that thought! *Laughs & hugs her* Honey-Men!....Alright you, come on in then. *Leads him into her room & crawls under the covers with him* David-Ok, we can’t do anything but I can still hold ya can’t I? Honey-I suppose, don’t go trying anything or I will kick you out! David-Naw, I would never. *wraps his arms round her* Honey-*Looking at her ring glistening in the night* David-You gonna be Mrs. Ruffin soon. Honey-*smiles* I like the sound of that.... David-Merry Christmas.... Honey-Best Christmas, best day of my life....I love you. David-I love you too. *Both fall asleep, Honey in his arms*
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------Davids Story Chapter 35: ~~~~~~~~~ (6 weeks later) Honey-(sitting in the living room watching her soap opera: General Hospital. Fidgeting with her ring). David-*Comes in through the front door*. Honey! Honey-Living room baby. David-*Walks into the room*. You watching that soap of yours again? Honey-*Smiles* Don’t give me that, you like it too! David-*Walks toward her* Baby, I’m a man, I don’t like soap operas. *Sits beside her*. So, what’s happening with Sonny? *Both laugh* Honey-You might as well finish watching it with me.... David-Alright. *Wraps his arms around her* Honey-*Absent mindedly still fiddling with her ring* David-*Takes notice of her playing with the ring* Ya alright babe? Honey-Course, why wouldn’t I be? David-I don’t know. You having second thoughts or something cause you keep playing with your ring?. Honey-No! No, I just....got something on my mind. David-You wanna tell me? Honey-You don’t need to be bothered with it.... David-Hey, your problems are my problems so tell me. Honey-It’s nothing, really. I’ll tell ya later. (Later that evening, David’s out with the guys, Honey sitting at home). Honey-*Fidgeting with her ring, staring apprehensively at the phone, slowly picks it up & dials a number, rings 4 times* DD-Hello? Honey-Momma? DD-Honey! Baby we haven’t heard from you in a while, how are you? We miss you so much! Honey-I miss you & daddy too momma.... DD-You sound upset, what’s wrong?! Honey-Nothing momma, everything’s fine. DD-Your lying, I can feel it. Tell me what’s wrong! Or do I have to put your father on the phone?! Honey-Momma, everything’s fine I swear it! Actually, everything’s perfect. I just called to tell you something.... DD-Well out with it child! Is it good or bad? Honey-Well it all depends on your point of view, it’s good, great to me. DD-Then why wouldn’t I love it? Honey-Well, you’ll see. I....I’m engaged. DD-*Squeals with excitement* Jack!! Jack are baby’s getting married!! JD-Honey! Honey-Hey daddy.... JD-Your getting married that’s wonderful!! When’s the date? We’ll come down & I’ll walk my baby down the aisle! Honey-Thanks daddy, I’ll let ya’ll know the date when I know myself. JD-Who’s the lucky man?! Honey-Well um, can you put mom back on so I can tell her....then I’m sure she’ll tell you. JD-Course baby, here’s your mother. DD-I should bring you up here so we can go dress shopping, & of course we can have it specially made....oh & the cake, we’ll have that specially designed as well. We have so many details to plan together! Oh, I bet you want Daisy & Meagan as bridesmaids...we’ll have to get them back here. Honey-Momma, don’t you even want to know who I’m marrying? DD-Oh of course, who’s the lucky man?! Honey-I....it’s David. DD-David Van Wyke?! You did forgive him, oh sweetie I’m so proud of you!! I knew deep down he’d come to his senses & realize his mistake....I knew you two were meant for each other!! Your father will be happy to hear this, Jack! Honey-No, no momma! Not David Van Wyke..... DD-Another David? Whom? Why are you drawn to men named David? *laughs* Honey-You know him...sort of. DD-Oh, is it David Pierce who lived down the street? He was a fine man! Honey-Afraid not. He moved a while ago, & yes he was a nice man. DD-Well who then Honey? Honey-David Ruffin. DD-Who? Honey-David Ruffin.....he’s very wealthy & handsome, &....black. He’s the one David Van Wyke told you about.........remember? DD-*Loud thump* Honey-Momma, momma? Ma?!.........*hangs up the phone* Well, that went well.....*fidgets with her ring* David-*Walks in* What went well? *Kisses her cheek* Honey-Your home! David-Uh-huh, now what went well? Honey-Oh, the phone conversation I just had. *Smiling, trying to play it cool* David-With whom & about what? Honey-Why are you interrogating me?! *Said a little more defensive then planned* David-I’m not interrogating you, I was just asking.....you ok? Flynn-Ruff? David-In the sitting room man! Fynn-*Enters room* Well hello Honey, am I interrupting something? Honey-Actually Flynn.... David-Course ya not man. Honey-David..... David-What? Ya ain’t in a talking mood. It’s alright. *Kisses her* Me & Flynn gonna go out now. *Stands* Honey-*Can tell he’s slightly hurt* Alright....you two have fun. Flynn? Flynn-Yes Ms.? Honey-I.....*both looking at her* Don’t keep my husband to be out to late, please. *Smiles* Flynn-Yes ma’am. David-I love ya babe. Honey-You too. *David & Flynn leave* That went well too.......... *gets up & heads to Melvin’s home, knocks on the door & Momma Rose answers* Momma Rose-Honey! Child what you doing out here so late? Honey-I was just on a walk....
Momma Rose-At 9:30 in the evening? Honey-I needed someone to talk to.... Momma Rose-Well it’s chilly out so come on in. Honey-Thank you. *Walks in, they both go to sit on the couch* Melvin-Momma! Momma Rose-What?! Melvin-I can’t get Lamont to sleep! Momma Rose-Alright, I’m coming! You come down here & keep our guest company.... Melvin-*Walking down the stairs, Lamont in his arms* Company? *See’s Honey* Momma Rose-*Takes Lamont in her arms &heads upstairs* That’s right, said she needed someone to talk to. Melvin-*Sits next to Honey & gives her a hug* What’s up Honey? Honey-You babysitting for Otis & Jo? Melvin-*laughs* Ya, couldn’t get the little man to sleep. Honey-Well, I’m sure Momma Rose will manage. Melvin-I’m sure she will.....why ya need someone to talk to? Honey-Oh, I just got some things on my mind. Melvin-Well since I deprived you of Momma Rose, I’ll have to do. Honey-Ya, you’ll do. *Laughs* It’s about the marriage.... Melvin-David do something cause I’ll smack him for ya?! *Both laugh* Honey-No, of course not. He’s perfect, nothing but. It’s more me.... Melvin-Is it wedding details like the dress or something, cause you know David said no expense spared, lord knows he has the money, we all do. Honey-I know, it’s not money problems. But your right, it’s a slight wedding detail... Melvin-Well spill girl, I ain’t a mind reader! *Smiles* Honey-*Laughs* It’s family.... Melvin-David’s family adores you & that includes Jimmy & all of us! Honey-My family Blue.......... Melvin-Oh..... Honey-Ya, um....I told my parents tonight that I’m getting married. Melvin-How they take that? Honey-They were ecstatic actually. Melvin-But... Honey-Till my ma found out whom I was marrying, more to the point the color he is. Melvin-I see. Honey-Now I don’t know what my father thinks, my ma kinda fainted on the phone & that’s when I hung up. I’m sure he’ll be more open to it, but my mother. Melvin-They love ya & want ya to be happy right? Honey-Yes. Melvin-Then they’ll just have to except your marriage, no matter to who it is. David’s a good man, they’ll be able to see it. Honey-Forever the optimist Blue. *Smiles* Thank you! Melvin-*Hugs her* Your family to all of us girl, we here for you! Honey-Lord I love ya’ll. Melvin-*Laughs* You say that cause you don’t live with all of us! Anything else on your mind that ya wanna talk about. Honey-Oh um, David. Melvin-Knew he did something, tell me! *Both laugh* Honey-No! I told ya, he’s perfect. I’m just stupid, I hurt him. Melvin-What? You slapped him? Threw something at him? Honey-Hey! No, I wouldn’t. I hurt his feelings! Melvin-Pssh, you? Hurt Mr. Tough Guys feelings?! I think not, you just being too sensitive. Honey-No, I really did! He was just asking me some questions & I jumped down his throat & then he left with Flynn....think he’s mad at me now, which makes having to tell him about my parents even worse! I’m a stupid woman.... Melvin-You are too sensitive. I bet he won’t even remember your little dispute when he gets home. Honey-If he comes home.... Melvin-Honey, he will!! Unless he’s stupid, not come home to a woman like you! You gotta give the man more credit then that!! *Both laugh* Honey-*Smiles* You are so good at your peacekeeping position! Melvin-Just remember, I’m a peacekeeper, not peacemaker. Honey-Alright. *Stands & hugs him* I’ve intruded upon you enough tonight, I better be going. Melvin-Want me to walk you home? Honey-No thanks, I can take care of myself. Thank you though. Melvin-Bye Honey! Honey-Bye, G’night, tell Momma Rose I love her too! *Leaves & walks home* Honey-*Sitting on the couch, midnight, waiting for David to come home. Hears the car pull up* David-Come on in Flynn. *Flynn comes in after him, both see Honey sitting on the couch* Honey-Have fun boys? Flynn-Ya, I’m going this time Ruff. Night you two! *Leaves* David-Hey baby. Didn’t think you’d wait up.... Honey-Hmm, well I wanted to make sure you got home safely. You were out a little later then I thought you’d be but as long as you two enjoyed yourselves?..... David-We did.... Honey-Good. *Gets up & gives him a kiss* Then I can go to bed now. *Heads upstairs* David-I can join ya can’t I?.....*Senses he’s walking on thin ice* Honey-Course, lord David I ain’t mad at you! *In the bedroom* David-*Wraps his arms around her* You alright? Honey-My parents... David-They ok? Honey-Mother may have a concussion.... David-What happened?! Honey-She fainted on the phone when I told her I was marrying you, sounded like she hit her head on the desk.....*Giggles* I’m sure she’ll be fine. *Turns to face David* David-You told them? Honey-Earlier, on the phone. Before you left with Flynn. I don’t think my mom likes the idea of our marriage, I’m sure dads more open to it....didn’t get to talk to him much. *Both laugh* David-That’s why you’ve been sensitive all day? Honey-You sound like Melvin, he said I was sensitive too. David-You talked to Blue? Honey-Well, you weren’t around to talk to. I didn’t even think you’d come home to me, I thought you were mad at me. David-*Smiles* Honey, I wasn’t mad at ya. Honey-You were hurt.... David-Naw, maybe just a little. Honey-I’m sorry....you know, before I said who I was marrying they were ecstatic. Momma wanted to help me with the wedding & they wanted to get Daisy & Meagan down here to be my bridesmaids, Daddy wants to walk me down the aisle.....*Tears up* David-Baby, he’ll get to. Honey-They don’t want me to marry you! David-I’ll wear a white suit....*Both laugh* Honey-*Smiles* What, & be white chocolate? David-*Laughs* Ya, if your parents will settle for it. Honey-Hmm, maybe. But I like dark chocolate. *Kisses him* David-*Kisses her back* Well, what Mrs. Ruffin wants she gets! *Holds her close* We haven’t even set a date, worry about your parents then. Honey-*Laughs* Ok. Now, Mr. Ruffin, what were you doing out so late? David-Oh, uh....me & Flynn was just hanging out, ya know. Honey-Alright. Night..... David-May 18th. Honey-My birthday, what about it? David-The wedding, we should have it on your birthday! Honey-On my birthday? David-Ya, why not? It’ll be double the special day. Honey-David, I don’t need more presents. David-Well we have it on your birthday, I’ll never forget our wedding anniversary. *Both laugh* Honey-Good point, but we coulda had it on your birthday like a week or so ago. David-Well we didn’t think of that then....so what ya think? Yes or no? Honey-I....yes. Why not?! *Kisses him* Your brilliant ya know that? David-Psh, girl I know that! *Laughs, kisses her* Love ya. Honey-Love you too! Night now.... David-Night. *Both fall asleep*
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