Forbidden Love novel Chapter 13

I walked inside the house to be greeted by Keaun. We both stood there, shocked.

“Aisha?”

“Keaun?” Eli looked over at us.

“Yeah, he lives in my apartment complex. He had dinner over at my house.”

“Shit, Aisha, I didn’t know you knew my idiot brother. Just know my offer is still up.” He said winking as he walked away. I chuckled. Too bad I already found the guy I want to be with.

“So you are inviting guys over to your house now? Not just any guy, but my brother...are you serious? What offer is he talking about?”

I wanted to laugh at how serious he was. “He wanted some essential oils so I gave him some. I am not just inviting any guy over so don’t start assuming anything. Don’t worry about his offer, all I said was that I’m talking to someone.”

“I’m just someone you are talking to now?”

...Is he serious? Did he not hear anything I said?

“In case you forgot, we never made it official. Look, can we talk about this later? I’m trying to make a good impression on your family and enjoy my time with you.”

He nodded and kissed my forehead. “Sorry. Now let me introduce you to my parents in the kitchen.”

We walked into the kitchen, instead of finding his parents we found a woman who seemed too young to be anyone’s mom. She locked eyes with me. She stood tall and confident, not a hint of nervousness. She had short curly hair. She was wearing a dress similar to mine, but shorter.

“You must be Aisha. I’m Natalie, Elijah's sister.” She said, holding out her hand.

I shook it, she had a very hard grip. I like it. “Hi. It’s nice meeting you.”

She crossed her arms. “From the way you’re looking at me it seems Elijah doesn't talk much about us...” Elijah scratches his head awkwardly.

“I don’t, but where is mom and dad?”

“They’re still upstairs. They will be down in a minute. The table is already set.” I nodded. I can tell by the look in her eyes she wanted to say something more, but she chose not to.

“Elijah, can you help me out? I need to put a few things on the table.”

“Sure, Aisha you cool by yourself?”

“Yeah,” I said, nodding, “Go help your sister.” As soon as he left, Keaun came in.

I glared at him. “You never told your brother was Elijah.”

He smirked. “You never told me you were seeing my brother.”

“Shut up.” I said laughing.

“I’ve been thinking... If you have all this money from your parents and your own, why do you still choose to live in that apartment complex?”

“You sure do ask a lot of questions.” He sounded conflicted about whether he should tell me or not.

“Um, I pretty much had everything handed to me. It felt good, but I got tired of it. I started working hard for things I could get easily. I live in that apartment because for once I worked hard for it. Yes, I can still get a house bigger and everything much better, but I choose not to. I’m happy.”

I smiled. “Okay, yeah, I get it.” I said, patting him on the shoulder.

Natalie and Elijah walk in the room. I see Elijah frown, but he quickly replaces it with a smile as he walks towards me. He puts his hand around my waist.

“Sorry sweetie. My parents are still upstairs. They will be down in a few, but-” He got cut off when I softly spoke to her kids. I turn around to see a little petite, but tall woman standing next to her husband, holding hands. They look strong and powerful. She was wearing a beautiful dark green dress, while her husband was wearing a black suit.

“My beautiful children, you all look so beautiful.” I stood there awkwardly as she hugged her children.

“Mom, dad...I want to introduce you to Aisha. The special girl.” I smiled a little. When she locked eyes with me, I saw a hint of disgust. Her husband looked disappointed. I still held my posture.

“She is the girl you've been speaking of? I thought she would be more, you know.” I felt my heart drop. What does she mean by that?

“I’m right here you know.”

“She brought an attitude with her too.” I felt all eyes on me in the room. I didn’t like being the center of attention. Maybe this is just an act. Is Eli not going to stick up for me?