Checkmate 2: Let the Games Begin by Tiece

she said as she inhaled the nice smell of his Gucci Sport cologne.
    “You’re welcome,” he said hugging her back. Her warm hug caught him off guard. He held her around the waist and smiled, enjoying this little intimacy they were sharing. They both let go at the same time, knowing that a hug like this could lead to much more. Monty stood there watching her rub her hand around the back of her neck as she shook her head.
    “I’m just gonna come out with it and ask you. Can I see more of you?” She asked wanting to know more about the mysterious Mr. Banks. 
    “I would love to see more of you.” He said just as his phone rang. “Excuse me,” he said as he answered it.
    “Hello.” He said stepping away from MiKayla with his back turned to her.
    “Hey love, whatcha doing?” Candy asked.
    “Oh hey babe, I’m a little busy right this second. I’m with a client.” He responded.
    “Okay, my legitimate business man. How long are you going to be out?” She asked.
    “Not that long, baby. What’s up?” He asked.
    “I want you to stop by and get your son some Tylenol. He’s running a slight fever.” She said.
    “Is he okay?” Monty asked.
    “Yeah, I know it’s early, but he’s probably just teething. I don’t think it’s nothing serious. He is somewhat fussy, though.”
    “Yeah, I hear him whining in the background.” He said with concern in his voice.
    “Well, you don’t have to rush home. Just don’t forget about it. Do I need to text you to remind you?” she asked.
    “No, I’ll remember it.” He assured her.
    “Okay, babe.”
    “I’ll be there soon.” He said as they ended their call. He turned back to MiKayla who was just standing there watching him. She had a disappointed look on her face, but smiled at him anyway.
    “So,” she paused. “That phone call answered my next question.” Monty knew that it was better for her to find out now than later.
    “Yeah, I’m definitely in a relationship and yes, that was her on the phone. It seems that my three month old son isn’t feeling well.” He confessed.  
    “Awww, I’m sorry to hear that.” She said, backing up to the countertop. She jumped up a little to sit down on it. “I don’t wanna hold you here. I guess we’re done.” She handed him the check with the down payment and first month’s mortgage. He reached in his pocket and handed over the keys to her new place. She seductively smiled watching him pick up his briefcase.
    “Let me know if you need anything else.” He stated, hating to leave so soon. He brushed by her as she pulled his shirt making him come toward her. With her legs open he stood between them and stared into her bright, pretty eyes. She leaned in and passionately began kissing him. He didn’t even try to stop it, because he was enjoying every bit of that kiss as she was. Damn, what am I doing? He questioned himself when the thirty-five second kiss was over.
    Wow, she thought knowing that she felt a spark with him that she hadn’t felt in a long time. Monty knew he had to leave or something else was about to go down.
    “Hey listen, I gotta go, but I’ll definitely talk to you again.” He said.
    “I know,” she said knowing that he felt something, too. “I hope your son feels better.” She added.
    “Thanks, me too,” he said while swiftly exiting the place.
     

Chapter Ten
    Monty pulled up to Catherine’s house. He got out of the car and used his key to open up the front door. He walked through the foyer and around the corner to the family room. Mona was there relaxing on the baby blue suede recliner chair with her feet up. She was scanning through a magazine. Monty walked over, sat on the matching sectional across from her, and grabbed the remote to the TV.
    “What’s up, Sis?” He asked while flipping through the channels on the 62’inch plasma screen.
    “Nothing much, big head… I’m just chilling out and waiting for Mama to come home so that we can go to the mall. What are you up