Chapter 9: Deetz

First & Foremost. Shoutout to @TMAngel_ I dunno what to say. Purp is extremely sleepy. Like she just closed her eyes. Aww. Poor soul. So uh, yeah, how 'bout those Knicks? #Dadundun. I can't go on. Is she talking to herself? Goodnight. Sweet dreams. Goodnight??? Anywho, Chapter 9 everybody. It's sheisty, but LIFE IS SHEISTY! *side eyes Nicki* And On That Note.                                                                                          

                                                                                              Cooncerely,

                                                                                                             Green & Purp

        “Nicki!!!” Someone yelled causing Nicki to jump. If it had been yesterday in the same place, she probably wouldn’t have even noticed. She was sitting in the same main lobby from yesterday’s rehearsals. Only this time it was the total opposite of a zoo. Everyone was in the arena watching Wayne perform for a packed house. Nicki even told Big Dream to go with S.B. and The Vakiees. Though he protested more than Nicki thought was possible or necessary, he complied.

“Hey, Candi.” Nicki said in a monotone voice.

“Well excuse the fuck outta me!” Candi shot back. I haven’t seen you in forever and you wanna be all nonchalant.”

“Girl bye. We was just together the day before.” Nicki said, attempting to grin. It might have worked on someone else, but Candi could sense something was up.

“What’s wrong?” Candi asked with a face that read, ‘nice try, but why? And you ain’t gots to lie.’ Damn. Okay, my last attempt. Nicki thought to herself.

“Where’s Lauren?” Nicki asked, avoiding eye contact. Candi was taking too long to responded, which caused Nicki to look at her. Her face read ‘Bitch stop trying to avoid the question’. Her and these damn faces. Nicki thought.

“You know where she is.” Candi responded.

“Somewhere not flirting with Christopher John.” Nicki sarcastically answered her own question while rolling her eyes.

“You know it.” Candi confirmed with a chuckle. “Now tell me what’s bothering you, Nic.”

“Safaree and I…” Nicki began to say.

“FINALLY!” Candi blurted out. “I’ve been waiting for y’all to give it another try.”

“Not exactly.” Nicki replied. “I’m not sure if I want to risk it again.”

“But you love him and we all know he loves you. Plus circumstances are so much different.” Candi pointed out.

“This is true. But how?” Nicki stated.

“How what?” Candi asked, not sure if Nicki was questioning their love for each other or how things were different.

“How are things different?” Nicki asked.

“Well, in all honesty, that’s a question you have to answer yourself.” Candi answered. I hate when she does that. If I could figure it out by myself then we wouldn’t be having this conversation. Nicki thought.

“I know, but I still want an outside take.” Nicki said almost whining.

“The obvious things I could point out would be that you’re both wiser, you’re further along in your career, and time.” Candi said simply. This was all true. Time had passed, and in that time things had changed for the better. Although she promised she would never let herself get too comfortable or lose her hunger, she had managed to reach mainstream while still keeping most of her loyal fan base. Safaree had proven his loyalty many times over. During personal adversities, management changes, rumors, tours, you name it. He even took on roles other than hype man until Nicki could hire someone to those positions. No, it wasn’t a smooth journey, but they both learned to adapt. Many mistakes were made, but the lessons learned from them out weight the struggle.

“You’re right, but even with all of that, I’m still not sure.” Nicki confessed hanging her head. Candi grab her chin and made Nicki look at her.

“That’s okay, take it slow. Shit, Safaree’s been waiting this long, you probably got all the time in the world. You don’t have to rush.” Candi assured her. This made Nicki feel much better.

“Well, umm.” Nicki mumbled as her huge grin ate her face, exposing her dimples.

“Y’all haven’t!” Candi said in shock and disbelief. Not because it was a total surprise to her but because she didn’t notice their ‘oh so’ obvious signs. Nicki nodded her head. “Since when!?!” Candi almost shrieked.

“Friday night.” Nicki said softly. Candi’s face read ‘more details.’ Nicki shook her head. “Saturday morning.” Her cheeks began to burn. “And this morning.” She whispered.

“OMG!” Candi exclaimed. “No wonder y’all left early. I know you wore him out. How long has it been? How was he? Better than before? Did y’all go all the way?” She was spitting out comments and questions every second. Nicki placed her hand over Candi’s mouth.

“Imma need you to calm down if you want me to give you any deetz before I hit the stage.” Nicki instructed. Candi took a deep breath and pulled it together.

“Okay.” Candi nodded.

“I wasn’t really sleepy, just had to get away from Wayne and his mess. They spend all their time calming him down and making him feel comfortable even when he’s in the wrong. I can’t.”

“So true.” Candi chimed in.

“He wore me out, it’s been too long, amazing, and wayyy better than before!” Nicki answered in the order she was asked. Candi could barely compose herself. She was too happy for Nicki. Damn, did everybody think I needed some dick? Nicki pondered.

“Sooo.” Candi said, waiting on the last answer that she really wanted to know.

“And yes, we went all the way, this morning.” Nicki said rolling her eyes. Candi’s face fell. What the hell are we? Teenagers?