I would've came in the morning to take Autumn away from her house but my mom called me, screaming in my ear about missing school. So I called Autumn and told her that I wouldn't be able to come over until school was over and that I'd bring by her school work. School was a drag. I was glad not to see Helen anywhere, but I was pissed that Autumn wasn't here. She should've only gotten two days and that's it. She didn't start the fight. She finished it. I rushed to Autumn's place once school let out and beeped the horn. She should've gotten my text to dress comfortable.. If not, I can't help her, because tonight we're going bowling at an arcade that also has Lazer tag. Kinda funny right? Two places in a row that have Lazer tag. She came out as I was jamming to Elhae - Doesn't Matter featuring Kehlani. Man, my favorite part is always the chorus. I sang along with the song and when I noticed that Autumn was staring at me, I got silly with it and made faces to her as I sang.

Jacob: Talkin to my moms like one day we gon be on.
She was working two jobs, she was try'na stay strong.
Man I love that girl, but so on and so forth we did it the right way.
A couple bumps on the highway.
A couple niggas that be hating and they steady talkin sideways.
Back to the zone.
Care less about the shadow, cause nigga under me only help me up the ladder.
As much as they be talkin, they probably push me to Saturn, so tell me does it really even matter?

I can relate to these lyrics because my mom does work two jobs and she's always been my rock. I keep trying to stay positive for my moms and I know that she thinks that since my father is back, that some of that weight will be lifted. But the chorus is my true vibe. How I live my life. I ask about every situation like is it worth my time? Does it really matter if I do such and such? Well, spending time with my girl matters.

Autumn: Jacob, you can sing?

Jacob: Depends on what you consider to be a good singer.

Autumn: All jokes aside, J. You can defiantely sing.

Jacob: Thank you, my gorgeous girlfriend.

She just gave me an idea for our next date..

Autumn: So where are we going?

Jacob: On another date.

I winked.

Autumn: Jacob!

She whined.

Jacob: Trust me, you'll love it.

Autumn: Fine..

She crossed her arms and I pinched her cheek. She hated that and it was so cute. Whenever Helen got mad, she was a straight up bitch. No lie. Always on my back, we never got to have dates besides going to my boy, Young Fly's club. But I hated dating Helen. The only thing I loved was those late nights at my place or hers. But that's not the point.. When I arrived at the place, she recognized the place and got excited all over again.. Mentally. I could tell by her smile.

Autumn: Ready to get ya ass beat in the real deal?

Look at her already talking shit. She don't know who she messing with.

Jacob: Please. Only if you're ready to lose.

Autumn: Bring it on and make sure you put on your big boy pants cause I'm bout to tear that ass up!

I can't wait.. I thought as I laughed and bit my bottom lip.

Jacob: Twelve rounds of Bowling and two rounds of Lazer tag, please.

I handed the guy the money and took Autumn over to the bowling alley. We had lane seven.

Autumn: Age before beauty.

Jacob: Nah, you see. I'm a gentleman and I would prefer Ladies first. I don't want yo feelings getting hurt over a strike or two..

Autumn: Shut the fuck up and come on.

She laughed as she picked out her ball and bowled. She had snake eyes and only could knock over two out of the three pins that made the snake eyes.

Jacob: Too bad.. Maybe next time?

I tease.

Autumn: Shut up and go.

I laughed and my careless aim made my ball land right in the gutter. She jumped up and laughed at me.

Jacob: Hush and watch me pick up this spare!

I picked up the spare as promised. In the end, Autumn won with five strikes and six spares..

Autumn: Who's the Queen of this game?

Jacob: I let you win..

Autumn: Sure ya did.

She winked.

Jacob: Well, little miss missy.. Ready to get tagged out of Lazer tag?

Autumn: As far as I'm concerned, you'll get tagged out first.

Jacob: Don't talk about it, be about it. Don't be scared to take it to the-.

I sang to her.

Autumn: Man, you can sing..

~Autumn~

This dude's voice is so amazing! Why doesn't he consider singing as a career or something? Or just going out to places just to sing?

Jacob: Want me to sing some more?

If you do, I just might float right into your-. Stop it!

Autumn: Jacob, why don't you go places and sing?

Jacob: Oh I do..

Autumn: Really?

Jacob: Sometimes.. When my uncles get together and they want me to sing in place of..

He paused.

Autumn: In place of what?

Jacob: Nothing.. Let's go.

He smiled as he dragged me towards the Lazer tag place.

Jacob: Get ready to be dominated cause you're my target.

Autumn: Oh please. When I'm done with you, you'll be hiding somewhere in a corner, suckling on your thumb, calling for your momma!

Jacob: Bring it on, baby!

He bumped into my shoulder as he passed me up while going inside. I gotta admit though.. Although Lazer tag is fun, the place is hella muggy. It's very warm and can sometimes be a little hard to breathe. My target was Jacob and as soon as I shot him, a little kid shot me. Oh hell naw! Tag team that bitch!

Jacob: Dang. Double death.

Autumn: Fuck that. I wanna tag team this little kid who shot me!

Jacob: Sorry baby, can't do that.

He shot me and kissed me before leaving.

Autumn: Son of a bitch..

I mumbled. We both won a round and Jacob paid for an extra round for a tie breaker.

Jacob: This is it.

Autumn: Prepare to die.

I grinned. I was ready.