Beyond The Dead/ Issue 39

Unforgettable - Issue 39 of Beyond The Dead
Paxtan stood tall as he watched over the guarded fence. He’s been urging to kill a biter, just not wanting to fire his gun to cause trouble. He knows if he screws up, his ass is going on the streets with Nadine. “The fuck Anthony got to be such a strict bastard?” Paxtan asked Teague, who was standing next to him.

Teague: Shoot, that man just got issues…

Paxtan: So what’s your story? You’ve always been the one to be quiet, since the mansion…

Teague: I just like to sit back and watch, you know? Teague shrugs his solders as he carries along.

“I got one job to do any ways, and that’s just to protect this community.”

Paxtan: So basically, you cool with Nadine leaving?

Teague: Hell no! That’s fucking cruel, and he knows 100% that he is aware of it!

Paxtan: Yea, I feel like I’m on an episode of fucking Real World: Baltimore or some shit! Paxtan chuckles, and is followed by Teague’s laughter.

“So how the hell your parents decided Teague was a reasonable name?”

Teague: You trying to jive now or something? Teague chuckles.

Paxtan: Jive? I wasn’t trying to but we can go ahead and do it? Paxtan grinds his teeth, waiting for a quick response.

Teague: Don’t even get me started on your name! Your name be sounding like, it’s made for specifically white people toothpaste!

Paxtan: Oh, you want to go there? Alright, your name sounds like some shit that would help a nigga go number two! The two men can’t help but laugh at each other’s immature jokes.

Teague: Damn, I’ve haven’t had good laughs in a while!

Paxtan: Shoot, same here… All this been rough as hell!

Teague: Sure has! Lost man friends, but I’m used to this shit already! Fucking lost my homeboy Jarvis, and my parents…

<p class="MsoNormal">Paxtan: Same here… The mood slowly starts to die down.

<p class="MsoNormal">Teague: How’s your leg holding up?

<p class="MsoNormal">Paxtan: It’s been good… Glad I’m finally off crutches thoe! Just sitting there in the house and shit, smoking and drinking isn’t fun at all…

<p class="MsoNormal">Teague: Damn… Tough shit thoe! Taking a shot isn’t easy!

<p class="MsoNormal">Paxtan: Yea! I would feel very lame if I were to get killed by a bullet with all these biters roaming around and shit!

<p class="MsoNormal">Teague: Same here, it just be embarrassing!

<p class="MsoNormal">Paxtan: Why haven’t we talked like this before?

<p class="MsoNormal">Teague: I don’t even know dude! The two men share a laugh.

<p class="MsoNormal">--

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih sat still in his lonely cold room. “What the fuck am I doing with myself” Jeremih thought to himself, feeling depressed by the minuet. He felt like a bum, especially since he didn’t have his home boy K-Rock there with him. He stood up from comfy chair, and made his way towards his bed. He reached under his black pillow, and pulled out a journal. He made his way back to his cold desk and begun writing in the journal.

<p class="MsoNormal">''Shit, where the hell do I even start? So much shit has happened ever ''all of this started! Like what the hell am I supposed to do?! Holiday and DayDay just been down stair acting like this isn’t reality. Maybe I’m being a little too hard on myself, but then again nobody else has the right to tell I am. Been through way more shit then a lot of these other niggas. Kind of like that little nigga Anthony over there at Misty Forrest. Thinking he the shit, I’ll fucking cap him without hesitation and I don’t even like that shit. Then again I shouldn’t be saying anything, I don’t even have the balls to talk shit to Ripley even thoe he don’t even know my name or any shit like that… Damn, I curse too much, and I’m just sitting here writing…

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih quickly drops his pen as he is quickly caught off guard of his door opening so quickly. He turns around only to see DayDay.

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: Damn, calm down man!

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih: Damn it, DayDay, you know I don’t like that shit!

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: My bad man!

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih: What you want?

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: Just letting you know, Carter got it all token care of…

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih: And?

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: That’s just it…

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih: Oh- Well, good for you then.

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: What you trying to say?

<p class="MsoNormal">Jeremih: I’m saying that man can’t be trusted…

<p class="MsoNormal">DayDay: I’m done trying to plead with you man, if you want to think negative, then think negative. DayDay slams the door behind him, irritating Jeremih even more than before.

<p class="MsoNormal">--

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi walked along the rough sidewalk, as she was doing her walking routine that she does every morning. She always loved passing Mrs. Lowes house, as all the nice flowers and plants satisfied everyone, especially the hipsters in Misty Forrest. Dessi continued, until finally she made her way towards a place with a sign that read “Smooth Moves”.

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi entered through the double doors, and immediately begin searching for Lexi, was busy serving tables. Dessi sat down at a table by herself, and begin looking at the menu. She looked towards her right only to notice Bradley and Greta eating breast fast with each other. Dessi felt awkward but she quickly remember, it’s only awkward if she makes it.

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi finally got to her table, as the two exchanged a hug. “Hey! Good to see you again!” Lexi says excitingly to see her favorite client.

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Good to see you to!

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi: So what are you going to take today sweetie?

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Girl, you already know my usual! Banana Strawberry smoothie, and blueberry waffles!

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi: Of course! Be out in a few! Lexi heads into the kitchen to do her job.

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi turns to see Bradley and Greta still chatting. “Hey guys!” Dessi gives a quick wave towards the two.

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: I didn’t even recognize you Dessi!

<p class="MsoNormal">Greta: Been a stranger lately…

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: I’ve just been busy! So what brings y’all out here? This is my first time seeing y’all here!

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: We both been trying to try to this place, and let’s face it, I just love smoothies!

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Oh, who doesn’t? Y’all guys want to sit over here?

<p class="MsoNormal">Greta: Sure! Greta stands up, and sits at the opposite, and Bradley takes a seat next to Dessi.

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: So… How have y’all guys been?

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: Alright I guess… Bunch of shit been going down, especially after what happened to NaTwon and Pecks…

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Yea, very unfortunate for what happened to them… You Greta?

<p class="MsoNormal">Greta: Same… Kind of sucks, when your friend is forced to be exiled… Can’t there be anything you can do to stop this?!

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: I’m sorry, but Anthony isn’t a listener… He’s very loyal to what he wants to do…

<p class="MsoNormal">Greta: There has to be something? Dessi can’t help but tell her the worst.

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: I’m sorry Greta, but there just isn’t anything to do about it!

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi came back with 3 smoothies, and Dessi’s pancakes. Greta grabs her smoothie, and stands up. “Well thanks anyways… I’ll see you later I guess.” Greta leaves without saying another word.

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi: What was her problem?

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: Everything just been rough on her… That’s all.

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi takes a seat on the opposite side of the two.

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi: Is this about Nadine?

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Yea… I don’t want her to hate me or anything; it’s just that it’s Anthony! He doesn’t even like to listen to me half of the time!

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: So why the hell are you even with him?

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: I don’t know… That question just doesn’t run through my mind most of the times…

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: But you deserve better…

<p class="MsoNormal">Lexi: Like who, exactly?

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: I don’t know someone like Lionell for an example… Someone that would treat you respect, and is willing to go over and beyond to protect you. More memories flash through Dessi’s head.

<p class="MsoNormal">“Look, I’m not saying you should get back with Lionell, but try to find yourself you know? Be happy all the time around somebody you know you can trust.”

<p class="MsoNormal">Dessi: Can we just talk about something else please?

<p class="MsoNormal">Bradley: Nah, it’s best if I’ll start heading back… Bradley stands up, as well as Lexi. The two exchange a hug, and Bradley kisses Dessi’s hand. “Well catch y’all later!”

<p class="MsoNormal">--

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena and Alfred sat at the small round wooden table across from each other. In front of both of them was salad. Lettuce, tomatoes, cheese, and a bunch of other toppings were covered on it. Elena slowly stabbed a patch of the salad with ranch dressing on it. She lifts it up slowly towards her mouth, but quickly stops as she sees Alfred looking at her.

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Don’t look at me when I eat! Elena chuckles.

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Why? Alfred grinds, showing his purely whites.

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: I know what you’re thinking okay! Elena says sarcastically.

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: And what is that supposed to be?

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: You really want me to say it?

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Yea, it can’t be that inappropriate!

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Nah, I rather not to…

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: You girls are just too confusing! Y’all act like y’all can’t make up your mind on a decision or some stuff!

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Oh whatever! Y’all boy haves it easy, y’all don’t have to worry about blood coming from your body once a month!

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Whatever don’t pull that out on my girl!

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Ugh, all guys are like sexist!

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Well since you said that too, doesn’t that make you sexist?

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Remind me why I decided to become a girlfriend to someone, who can actually outsmart talk me? Elena smiles, curious for Alfred’s answer.

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Maybe, because I’m somebody that you just need… Or because you need somebody to protect you and comfort you when you are in need… I guess I’m the answer to all your problems?

<p class="MsoNormal">The momentum between them changes from a funny mood to a more serious lovey mood. Elena can’t help but feel the energy race throughout her heart, as she is starting to become in love with this men.

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Oh… Yea, I guess so… Look I never had the chance to say this but-

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: I know, I love you to! Alfred smiles, as he gazes into her Olive colored passionate eyes. Elena is quickly caught off guard, but she can’t help but blush.

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Oh- I was actually going to say thanks for being there for me, and willing to be my best friend, and deal with my stubborn self! But I- I love you to. The two can’t help but chuckle.

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Tell me, why were you so hard on me before?

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: I was afraid of being hurt once again… Like, I wasn’t even on board with Lionell and Willow; I just didn’t want to her hurt in the ways I have been.

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: And tell me, what type of ways have you been hurt?

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Just, I’ve been used a lot of times! I have had boyfriends just use me for my body, and I want someone who wants me for me! Not just because they think I’m beautiful, but because they realize how great of a human being I can be! And then there’s boyfriend number seven… The one where everything changes! The one who doesn’t take me for granted! The one, who actually listens to me! The one, which I love!

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Hold up, who’s this boyfriend #7? Why Haven’t I ever heard of him?!

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Oh, whatever!

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: I’m just kidding babe! I love you too, and I guarantee you there won’t be a number eight!

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred stands up from his chair, and walks over towards the radio. He reaches inside his pocket, and pulls his IPod Touch, and eventually connects it to the AUX cord. The song Unforgettable begins playing. He walks back over towards Elena, who is shocked at the song selection. He reaches his hand out waiting for her to grab his hand. Elena soft palms grab Alfred’s fingertips, eventually resting them on his palms.

<p class="MsoNormal">''Unforgettable, that's what you are Unforgettable though near or far Like a song of love that clings to me How the thought of you does things to me Never before has someone been more. ''

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Are you serious right now?

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Yea! I got some secrets to! He puts his right hand on her waist, and carries both his hand and hers upwards, while she grabs ahold of his solders.

<p class="MsoNormal">''Unforgettable in every way and forever more, that's how you'll stay That's why, darling, it's incredible That someone so unforgettable Thinks that I am unforgettable too. ''

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: So how you ended up playing this song “Python?”

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: I love Nat King Cole! Why not? Elena leans her head against Alfred’s chest.

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Alfred, can you promise me something?

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Yea, what is it?

<p class="MsoNormal">Elena: Will you always protect me?

<p class="MsoNormal">Alfred: Of course! That’s a promise I won’t never break!

<p class="MsoNormal">''Unforgettable in every way and forever more, that's how you'll stay That's why, darling, it's incredible That someone so unforgettable Thinks that I am unforgettable too.''

Trivia

 * The song that Elfred danced to was Unforgetable by Nat King Cole.
 * This is one of the few issues, where the protagonist Lionell, doesn't appear.

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