"Gooood morning News Today! I am Orianne Wright Jr., and I'm reporting to you live from downtown Newark at the scene of a live bank robbery. Around 11:30 this morning, four masked armed gunmen stormed the bank. Unbeknownst to their knowledge, an employee was able to hit the silent alarm before they were rounded up, giving the gunman exactly two minutes to do what they came to do. Unfortunately, their mission failed once the police surrounded the entire bank, forcing them to take hostages. The NJPD, Newark Police Department, and SWAT are currently on the scene."

I sighed once Mason turned the camera off. This was the fourth crime scene we've been to since 8 o'clock this morning. Lord, I am tired. I pulled the mic from my ear and handed the microphone to Eric. We all piled into the news van and drove, heading back to the station. We didn't need to stay until the hostages were released because I had all the important information and my sources were going to keep me updated. I pulled my phone out of my purse. I was due to meet my father and many cousins for lunch soon.

It didn't take us long to make our way back to the station. I was the first one out of the van, letting my heels hit the pavement. I pulled my skirt down and grabbed my purse, waving bye to my coworkers. The only two I liked and the only ones that liked me besides my boss. Everyone else thought I was stuck up and better than them, which was a crazy take because that's not like me at all. I'm very humble and was just taught to walk with my head held high. Yes, I'm rich and the governor's daughter, there's no denying that, but that's not my personality.

I despise people because they irritate me.

I pulled the door open to Jayden's Beamer and slid inside, setting my purse and coat in the passenger seat. Yes, I was driving my Pooh's car. I stayed the night last night, and he told me to take his keys this morning because he was taking my car so he could get it detailed, get an oil change, and get some new tires. I was definitely almost late to work because I was going to skip breakfast and eat something else. Aside from the many men in my life, no nigga has ever done anything for me in relation to my car. Now I see why I left them niggas alone. All that combined was at least two thousand or more.

I shook my head and took my heels off before shutting the door. If anybody can drive with heels, they are a true solider, because I can't. I pulled the seatbelt across my chest and pushed the start button before pulling out of the lot. I needed to go home and get some more clothes because I was spending the night again for the weekend. I was helping Jayden babysit while his parents went out. It's been a minute and Jayden encouraged them to go have some fun. The twins are now 6 months old and full of life, looking like every bit of Ms. Sonni.

After driving for about twenty-five minutes, I pulled up to this cafe. I parked behind Armis's blacked-out Rolls Royce Ghost and killed the engine. I saw Uncle Jeffery approaching my door, so I hit the locks and removed my seatbelt before putting my heels on. I grabbed my purse just as Uncle J opened the door. I grabbed his outstretched hand and stepped out of the car. He helped me put my jacket on as I held my purse.

"Niecey, when am I going to go meet this little nigga you are dating? You driving his car and shit, so I know whatever y'all are doing is serious."

I busted out laughing as he grumbled while walking to the door. "Little? Never that! He's very much a big nigga, but you'll get a chance to meet him on Thanksgiving. He's coming over to the mansion."

I shook my head as he rolled his eyes and pulled the door open. I waved to the hostess as I walked in. I already knew where the family was seated, so I made my way to the back as Uncle Jeffery followed me. I opened the door, making all heads turn my way.

"Hey Juicy!" I smiled at my twin's excitement and hugged him first before going around the room. Tizon helped me take my jacket off and Vashun pulled my chair out, seeing that the only empty seat was next to them in the middle.

"I can't believe those nuthafuckas tried to rob the bank. IT SHOULD'VE BEEN ME! I would've got the job done!"

Everybody at the table busted out laughing once Tizon screamed and hit the table dramatically. I swear the boy was a fool. I pulled my MacBook Pro from my purse and quickly typed up the article and report for my boss, which didn't take me long because I already had the basic important information. I was just waiting on my source to send everything, like the names of the gunmen and all that. The police didn't even know who they were.

"Pa, has Ms. Sonni contacted you?" I asked because he was going to be her inside voice for the innocent people incarcerated. One of the responsibilities as a governor is that they can grant clemency and reprieves. A governor can also issue pardons, prison commutations, and reprieves for people incarcerated in state prisons. I mentioned the foundation to him, and he said he wanted to help.

He nodded his head as he picked up his glass of scotch, taking a sip. "I'm supposed to be meeting sometime next week before Thanksgiving so I can go over my contract and the purpose plan. I don't want nor need a paper trail because I know the Wests are good people and they mean well, but my lawyer said it's just a precautionary measure or whatever the fuck that mean."

We all laughed at his antics. The waiter had finally come to take our orders, and I was glad. Being that the weather was starting to change, I ordered a bowl of spicy chicken tortilla soup. My purse started vibrating, letting me know that my phone was ringing. I picked up my bag, rummaging through it before pulling it out. I smiled at the contact's name and photo, swiping the answer bar over. "Hi pooh!"

"hI pOoH." Tizon got in my face, mocking me, making me smack him. He held his face in shock, making everybody laugh. Just slow man.

"Hey love, let me guess, you just smacked Tizon?"

I shook my head and jumped at him because he was still in my face bothering me. I muffed him and stuffed a roll in his mouth, making him choke. I laughed once he spit it out, making it fly across the room.

"And you guessed correctly. Stop before I smack you too, Vashun! Y'all are so damn worsem, Lord. Move!" I swatted my hand at him because he had his head on my shoulder trying to listen to what Jayden was saying.

"What time are you coming back to the house?"

I spooned some soup into my mouth and jumped at Armis because he was staring at me. All in my damn mouth. "A little bit after three. I have to stop by my house to get some more clothes. Why?"

"I was just trying to see if I was going to beat you or not. You know I have to pick up Emerie badass."

I smiled upon hearing her name. "Not too much on my baby now. She is not bad."

He scoffed. "Yea, yea, and hell isn't hot. New Jersey is way too small. I ran into ol' dude. His threats are comical. He takes your family for a joke, and I think it's time to show him who's the real jokester."

I rolled my eyes and sighed hard because I knew he was talking about Jaiandre. It's been months, lord. Please leave me and mine alone. "I'm about to put you on speaker. Tell the guys what he said."

"Y'all know I'm in Juice's truck, right? I pull up to this little sandwich spot to get something to eat before going to get her truck serviced. As I'm leaving out the shop, I see somebody leaned up against her truck. It's Jaiandre. He was shocked to see me, more than likely because he was expecting her. He started going off talking about how she better watch her back if she knows what's good for her and how he doesn't care about her cousins. The bitch belongs to me. I knocked his ass out. I was going to let the threats slide because I was telling y'all regardless, but he had me fucked up once he called her out of her name. And excuse my language pops.

"Good looking out, Jay. I'm already on it."

I looked up to see Armis pulling out his other phone whilst standing. He came around and kissed my cheek before walking out of the door. I couldn't do anything but shake my head because I know it's about to get ugly. I've been sparing him for months, but the oldest has spoken.

"Vashun, Tyson, go with him." My father pointed making them stand up simultaneously. They kissed my forehead before leaving out.

So much for a good lunch, I started pouting. "Pooh, are your parents at home?"

"Yes, mama is."

I nodded my head as if he could see me. "Okay, I'm about to call out. That ruined my mood."

"Okay, I'll see you later, baby."

I hung up the phone and looked at my Pa who was already staring at me. I shook my head and stood up from my seat. I grabbed my purse and placed my MacBook inside. I walked his way and gave him another hug. "I'll be home Sunday. What do you want me to cook?"

He kissed the side of my face. "Surprise me and be careful, Juicy."

I nodded my head and said bye to Azaire, Tizon, and Courtney, who was home for Thanksgiving break. The other six was God knows where. Uncle J escorted me out, and I climbed into Jay's car, pushing the start button and pulling off. I don't even feel bad for what's about to happen to Jaiandre. He should've just walked away when he had the chance.

About two hours later, I was pulling up to the West's residence. I used Jay's gate opener and pulled around the fountain, parking beside Sonni's Audi. I killed the engine and stepped out, going around to the other side to grab my bags. I stopped by the house and the bakery to pick up some goods. Once I made sure I had everything, I made my way up the steps and used Jayden's key.

"Ma! It's me!" I announced myself as I shut the door behind me.

"Juice?"

I looked up and she was coming around the corner, smiling, with one of the twins strapped to her chest. "Hey, baby! Is that Hal's Bakery?"

She pointed to the bag and I nodded my head, passing it to her. "Yes ma'am, I got your favorite along with cookies and cupcakes for everybody else."

"Thank you, baby. I just love your well-mannered self. Do you eat party food? Anything specific you would like? Friday is our game night and I wanted to make the menu according to what you like, being that you're a guest and that this is your first game night with us."

I smiled at her consideration because she didn't even have to ask. She could've just cooked without acknowledging me. "Yes ma'am. I hope buffalo chicken dip is on the menu along with your pasta salad, which I have fallen in love with."

She laughed and nodded her head. "I got you, baby. You can head on up."

I made sure my coat was hung up in the closet before making my way upstairs. I pushed Jayden's door open and closed it behind me. I sat my purse on the dresser and tossed my duffle in his closet. I reached my arm around, pulled the zipper of my skirt down and shimmied out of it, letting it pool at my feet. I stepped out of it and picked it up, throwing it in the nearby basket. I pulled my shirt off and tossed it as well. I grabbed my daddy's old football jersey from my bag and pulled it over my head before slipping on a pair of shorts. I pulled my box braids into a bun, getting them out of my face, and grabbed my MacBook from my purse, sliding onto the bed.

I don't even know why I grabbed my Mac because nine times out of ten I was about to go to sleep. I love staying at the Wests because it's always cold and comfortable. Despite there being three babies in the house, it be quiet. I love the twins and Emmie, who's obsessed with me. Baby won't even let me use the bathroom without her trailing behind me. I checked my emails and sources before closing my MacBook and sliding it on the night stand before sliding under the cover. I figured a little nap wouldn't hurt.

A couple hours later, I was being woken up out my sleep. I groaned and rolled over.

"Come on, Juice get up! Jay wants you."

I popped my eyes open at the sound of Jayden's name. Ma was standing at my side in a different set of clothes than earlier. I rubbed my face and sat up. I threw the cover back and stretched as I stood up. "Where is he?"

"Outside. He said he was blowing your phone up, but I told him you were sleep."

I nodded my head and thanked her. I picked up my phone that was on top of my Mac and shook my head at the many messages from the group chat with my brothsins. I don't know why I don't have it on do-not-disturb. I sent Jayden a quick message saying I was on my way. I grabbed my throw blanket and wrapped it around my body before walking out of the room.

I waved to Mr. Xavier and hurried to the door once I saw Emmie. Baby is not going to let me leave. I stuck my feet into my Ugg Tasman slippers that've been at the door for the past three days. I slipped out of the door to see my chocolate brown Range Rover parked at the door. I jogged down the steps and tapped the handle so it could flex out. I pulled it so the door could open. I climbed up and slid into the passenger seat, facing him once I shut the door.

I shook my head as I gave him a once over. Being that I left before him, I didn't see what he put on this morning. He had on a blue Polo Ralph Lauren sweatsuit with a pair of black Ugg Tuscan Slippers. His jewelry was simple with his black Apple Watch, diamond earrings, which I think are about 3 carats, and a single double gold chain around his neck with both Emerie's and Sonni's names. Ooo, he looked good! I ran my hand across his noticeable print, making him smirk.

"You so fucking nasty dawg, but close your eyes for me lovebug."

I arched my eyebrow but did as told. I felt him moving until something cold was set in my lap, touching my exposed thighs. I popped my eyes open and started pouting. It was a gift basket full of stuff I liked, including a new throw blanket, my favorite snacks, candles, fuzzy socks, stuff for work and more.

Before we both knew it, I was crying. He was probably looking at me crazy, but I couldn't help it. The gesture was simple, not too big and cute. I really liked it because it lets me know that when it comes to relationships and what I want, I'm not asking for too much. I used to always think my standards were too high, especially with Kayli and other associates in my ear, but it's not my fault. My father raised me and I was raised around nothing but boys that had my best interest at heart then and now. They're the reasons why I won't and will not settle for less. I know I'm young, but Jayden is everything that I want and more. He's literally the prime example of what a man is supposed to be.

I don't and have never cared about his age. That's my juvie.

He wiped the tears from my face with a soft expression. "Why are you crying, bug? I didn't even get a chance to ask the big question."

I laughed lightly and shook my head. "You're just.. I don't even know how to put it in words. It's only been two months and I'm very much obsessed and scared. I'm not trying to compare you to anybody else, but if this was any of the few niggas I've given my time to at the second to third month mark, they wouldn't even be trying to make me their girlfriend. It's like after the first few dates, they just stop caring. I used to want to lower my standards to get a guy to act right, but then I'd realize it wouldn't be worth it because I'd still be receiving the bare minimum, high standards or not."

"C'mere." He flicked his index in the 'come here' motion. I placed the basket on the floor and sat up on my knees to lean across the armrest. His hand instantly wrapped around my throat, almost as if it was magnetic. I moaned at the pressure of the grip. He ran his thumb across my lips, which resulted in me sucking on it slow.

His grip tightened as our faces were just inches apart. He kissed the corners of my mouth teasingly. He needs to stop because I am not trying to get caught being grown in his parents' driveway.

"You ready to be my girlfriend?" He asked with a goofy smirk on his face, making me laugh.

I nodded my head, smiling. "Of course."

"Grab that box out of your glove compartment." He let my neck go and pointed out.

I turned around in the seat correctly and pushed the button to open it. I noticed it was a jewelry box and screamed. I loved jewelry, no matter what type of piece it was. I opened the box and gasped before quickly closing my mouth to pout. It was a full diamond script name plate necklace with his name attached to it. I knew it was real by the weight of the box. "Pooh, you're about to make me cry again."

He chuckled and licked his lips. "Turn around and let me put it on."

I did as told and couldn't help the smile that stretched across my face once the cold name pendant touched my skin. "What did Kash Doll say? Ice me out, nigga ice me out!"

I started rapping the song, getting all in his face, making him smile. Yea! Big Jayden, not the little one! "How many carats is this?"

"14k gold and 2.5 carats."

I leaned over and double pecked his lips quickly before climbing out of the trunk. "I'm about to go call my people. Don't forget the basket and thank you, boyfriend."

"You're welcome, girlfriend."