Everything Happens for A Reason

She closed her eyes, and there he stood with his high cheekbones, dark compassionate hazel brown eyes, and his long dark brown hair. Skin tone the color of fine oak wood. His muscles showing through his shirt, being 6'2, made him more attractive. He was a brilliant young man in his late 20's with a career running homeless shelters. He owns 12 homeless shelters in the downtown metro area, with a heart of gold. He was indeed a man who would give you the shirt off his back. But we all have our flaws, even the kindest person. Who am I to judge? She opens her eyes; there was a note on her desk address to her. She knew who it was from, but she refuses to read it. She would not go back no matter how damn sexy he is. She cannot afford to. She has three children who needed her.

She works as a case specialist, barely making it—living check to check. Being 5'2 and thick, with beautiful dark brown eyes, A smile that lit up a room, she was never the person that stood out. When you saw her, you might think she was stuck up. She never thought she was attractive. She never was into that volunteering stuff. She was always extremely cautious. She was still trying to make herself seem like she was something she was not. So, for them to have even met was utterly impossible. But the way he made her feel so free made no sense; she did not know what to do. Hold on; we are jumping too far into the story.

She could remember it like it was yesterday. She had called out to the number on the case in front of her. The phone rang, and someone picks up the phone, "Hello?" She introduced herself. "Hello, Mr. Free, I'm Mrs. Victoria Bless, and I'm going to be your caseworker for the next couple of weeks. I will need to get you verified here. He begins to laugh. "You guys sure do take your sweet time. She pauses, not noticing that he had been waiting on the call from them since September; it was now November. She states, "Oh my, I'm so sorry, Mr. Free, it took so long for us to reach out to you because Covid has caused us to fall so far behind. Our deepest apologies. " He laughs again, stating, "It is ok. I hope you can help us." I will do my absolute best I see you are interested in getting a business loan from us. He says Yes. They continue to go through the application process. She then states I will have to come out to the property because of the large amount you are requesting. hat is fine; what day will you be coming out. Victoria advised she will be there Friday at 1 pm. They mutually disconnect the call.

That evening she returns home to her family. Her husband was there playing his PlayStation. Her daughter on her phone, her eldest son lock in his room as usual on his tablet. Her youngest is the only one who greets her at the door. Her son only begs for her phone. She kisses' him and gives him her phone. She asks her husband how his day was and what he has been doing all day. He states, "what you think? I've been here all day; what else can I do." She says," I was only asking." He gets upset, saying, "Why are you always questioning me. Just get it. I am here all day. I am not doing anything. You can check the phone." They have been together for 14 years, and she did not even feel like she matters anymore. She was overweight. When she had first got with her husband, she was 145, and she was now 254. She felt like crap. She was always in the house. Her husband did not want to go anywhere with her. She did not even think no one would even be interested in her. She did not wear makeup; she did not go to clubs, no friends, she was lonely. Wanting adventure, she was ready to give up altogether. The only thing that kept her together was her children. She sat on her bed, wanting to cry, feeling sorry for herself. She turned her head where she had thrown her purse; she rushes to pick it up. She looked in her bag and saw the gun she had only purchase a few days ago. She had thought about one-shot many times, and it will all be over. No more pain. She shook her head. No, this is not me. Her husband came into the room asking, "What are you finna cook? These kids are hungry." She advised, "I'm sorry, honey, I forgot to take food out." He says, "You do this every day; why you didn't take it out before you went to work. " She says, "I am sorry. Give me a minute. I will find them something to eat." She gets up and walks out of the room, goes into the kitchen.

That night she had a dream she was in a car with an unknown man. The man said, "welcome back, my love; where have you been" She said, confuse, where am I. The man laughs, saying darling, you are with me, your lover, your everything. He reaches for her hand and kisses her deeply. "Baby do you remember me now" It was her dream lover Michele. He was Italian and black, light-skinned with huge brown eyes, long curly dark brown hair, and a nice shape beard, with a cocky personality. She replied, "Yes Michele, my love, how are you. I've missed you today." Michele laughs. "How can you say that when you haven't been around, no calls, no visit. I have been waiting. She looks kind of sad and says I'm sorry." Michele said, baby, please do not say that I did not mean to make you sad. I have just missed you; you know you are my Queen. I wish I could be out there with you. She laughs, no, I glad we can meet here; this way, I know you are all mine—Bae, how about we go to the enchanted castle. So, you can tell your king about your day. She nods in approval. Before she knew it, her alarm went off. She begins to cough as she stands to go to the rest room. When look at herself in the bathroom mirror, she begins to cry. How she wishes she could have just a few more minutes with Michelle. She hated waking up to the same crap day in and day out. Then she heard a knock at the door. Mom, you okay? It was her Babyboy at the door rubbing his eye. She wipes her face and says yes baby I am good are you hungry. He ran to her and gave her a big hug. They walk down to the kitchen; Mom Can I turn on the cartoons. She smiles and say yes. As she begins to cook breakfast. She yells up the stairs time to get up for school. She finishes cooking and got herself ready for work. She got into her car and began to drive away, when her older son came running out the door hold a little black book screaming mom! Mom! MOM! She stops the car he runs up to the car and says some women drop this off yesterday and ask that I gave it directly to you. Victoria opens the little black book the pages was blank. She asks her son did the women say anything else. He just nods his head and runs back into the house. She took a deep beath and began driving to work. She enters her office building when she hears a women voice say Mrs. Bless, I tried to reach you yesterday. I came to your home, but you were not there. I was the one that drop off the book. Victoria turned around to see unbelievably beautiful young girl as tall as a toddler look right up at her with a large smile. Victoria smile, yes, my son gave me the book today, but it was blank. I think it must have been a mistake. The girl began to speak but pause right in the middle of her sentence. Can I please see the book she asks? Yea! Sure! says Victoria. Victoria sticks her hand in her pocket to grab the book. She pulls the book out of her pocket and hands it over to the girl. The girl opens the book and say this book is not blank maybe you should take a second look. Victoria frowns and says it was blank. Victoria now able to see the writing in the book reads out loud we have been watching you. You are an especially important person, please follow the young lady who gave you this book. We have so very much to discuss. Victoria laughs and say stop joking yawl I have client I am supposed to meet with a client today. All her co-worker started to look confused. Victoria smiles at the girl and says not today sweetheart. The lady with sad kind of look nods and says okay. Before Victoria can say goodbye and ask for her name the lady is gone. Victoria goes into her office to call Mr. Free. Mr. Free, I will be there in 45 minutes. Mr. Free says okay. She hangs up the phone. As she leaves her office on her way to her car, she sees the young lady waiving at her. But this time she is helping children cross the street. Victoria waives back. Victoria pulls up to Mr. Free shelter complex. He stood there with his high cheek bones, dark compassionate hazel brown eyes and his long dark brown hair, with a smile that could melt your heart. He ran to open her car door. Hi Mrs. Bless I am Mr. Free. Hi Mr. Free let us get started. Yes of course right this way. As they walk through the shelter Mr. Free stop and spoke to everyone. Everyone was so happy to see him. Victoria could see how much the people meant to him. He knew everyone by name. He even had candy in his pocket for the little ones. He interduce Victoria to everyone. This is Mrs. Bless he would say Yawl treat her good. Victoria was so nervous at first. She was not use to so much attention. She was so scared. But Victoria began to smile from ear to ear with joy as everyone hug her. The whole time Mr. Free watch laughing as Victoria came out of shell. Victoria starts playing with children. Out of nowhere Victoria hears Mr. Free! Mr. Free! There is a leak in the ceiling. Hold on Here I come. That when Victoria remembers why she had come. Oh Mr. Free I am so sorry. Let us get down to busines. Mr. Free says please Sweetheart do not be sorry. Victoria smile and said I only need to see your bookkeeping. Mr. Free said Yes of course. They walk into his office and he pulled out a vanilla folder. Handed it to Victoria saying it is all there. Victoria nods her head. Thank you, Mr. Free you should hear back from me, by Thursday. Mr. Free smile let me walk you to your car. He walks her to her car and says Good Night. Be safe. Victoria started her car and went back to her office. There on her front door stood the beautiful young lady from earlier. She smiles and says I have been waiting for you. What took you so long. Victoria smiles why have you been waiting. The woman says my name is Zakia. Victoria smiles and say Wow what a beautiful name. Zakia smile grows even bigger. Victoria unlocks the door to her office. Zakia following right behind her. Victoria stops and say wait you did not tell me why you were here. Zakia laughs and says you funny girl I am here for you. Michele sent me. Did you not finish reading the message he left for you in the book? Victoria pauses No this is not real. Michele is only a dream figure my imagination made up. To help me cope with my life. Victoria pulled out the little black book out of her pocket. She reads You are an especially important person, please follow the young lady who gave you this book. We have so very much to discuss. If you choose not to follow the young lady then I shall have to come and get you myself. Your love Michele. Victoria shook her head in confusion. She yells at Zakia to get out. Zakia began to shake her head I told him you would be mad, and he should have come himself. He always got to be right. Victoria smiles yeah that sounds like him. But how is this even possible? Zakia said Why don’t you ask him yourself. Victoria said I must still be sleeping this is not real. Okay I must have falling asleep at my desk. Today was a long day. Where is my baby. Zakia smile he has been waiting for you at the Enchanted Castle. We need to get you dress. Victoria smiles what am I going to wear. Zakia smiles and says he said you would say that and told me to give you this. She handed her a beautiful shell necklace. Zakia place the necklace on her neck. The necklace began to transform to the most beautiful dress anyone could ever imagine. Victoria heart just melted as she investigates the mirror. He always has had amazing taste. Victoria said I want to see……. before she could finish her sentence, Michele walks into the room. You sure do like to make me wait, don’t you? My Queen I told I wanted to out here with you. My love I have miss you. He pulled Victoria into his arm and kiss her so deeply. Zakia said its time to go my Queen and King. Michele took Victoria hand and walk her out the door to a midnight blue Chevy Impala. Michele smiles your favorite car is that correct. Victoria smile and said Yes. Victoria my dear I love you. They get into the car; it transforms into a beautiful dragon. The dragon flew beyond the clouds, while the stars did their beautiful dance. Michele looks deep into Victoria eyes and says it is time to wake up my love. Before Victoria could say a word. She awakes at her desk. Victoria shakes her head and says my dreams are becoming way too real. She laughs again and nods her head. Oh Michele, my love I cannot wait to see you tonight. I must have nodded off. Victoria started back working on Mr. Free case. She reviews his bookkeeping and the notes that she had taken at the shelter. She was able to get him approve for the loan. When Monday came, she was happy to call Mr. Free with the wonderful news. Hey Mr. Free, I have some wonderful news. Hey Mrs. Bless, it is nice to hear from you. You said you have some wonderful news. Why don’t you come share the good news in person? Okay, what time would you like to meet. Hey, how about around lunch time the kids would love to see you again. Victoria laughs to herself and say yes, I would love to see them too. Victoria got into her car and drove to shelter. When she made it to the shelter the children meet her at the door. With big grins on their faces. Nina one of girls said welcome Mrs. Bless, how are doing? Can you play awhile. We just got some new toys. Victoria smile and said first I must talk to Mr. Free about some business. Maybe next time. Victoria came into the shelter and walk up to Mr. Free office. The door was closed. But she could hear him talking on the phone. Mr. Free says Yeah, I am working on getting the money now. Yes sir. The banker is coming over in a bit. Victoria knocks on the door. Hello, Mr. Free, It is me Victoria. Oh Victoria! Come on in. Mr. Free nodded at Victoria to sit. He hung up the phone. Hello, Mrs. Bless it is so nice to see you today. How are you? Well Mr. Free I am wonderful thank you for asking. As I advised on the phone early, I have wonderful news for you. We were able to approve your new loan. Congratulations!! So, Mr. Free I am so happy we were able to assist you. But I must be on my way. Its Deandra. He spoke. Please call me Deandra. Mrs. Bless would you please do me the honor of letting me take you diner. Victoria stood for a moment. Mr. Free I am married. Please call me Deandra. Victoria smiles I am sorry Deandra. Deandra smile come on let us celebrate. Victoria looks down at her phone as usually no miss calls. No text messages. It was going on almost 6:30pm and she was supposed to have been off work at 3 pm. You would have thought someone would had notice she was not at home. She shook her head. You know what Deandra let us celebrate. He smiles and then clap his hands. She could see his dimples as his eye brighten like the stars. He stood up and grab her hand and says follow me. As they are walking, he asks What’s your name. Victoria smiles: it is Victoria. He says you have such a beautiful name.