Chapter 85 -- Damian Delilah Mallory: the Young Solomons

Damian Stood in the morning sun. The sun felt good on his face. Delilah was still sleeping. He Kissed her face and caressed Her belly until she awoke. Hey my Mrs. Me. Come on babe. We will be leaving today soon Early afternoon. He pulled her From the bed. She stood up. He ran the shower then Headed to Molly to do the Same. After he woke Molly he Breached his grandfather's room. Everything thing was set. All new Set-up large bed prepared, dressers Lamps. The regal room was ready For respite including a small sunk-in Living room. Dolly and Molly were Fresh from the rejuvenating showers. "It looks so pretty in the sun light." Damian turned to face them both standing at the entrance of the large room they recently decorated. Molly stood behind Dolly. "Yeah I looks good, we did a good job Decorating." He responded. Are we there or what?" Molly grew Flustered. Damian said, "Yeah, we On the move and enabled his Phone Called the Limo driver heading for The front door. They stood waiting For the limousine which arrived Not long after. "Adonis And Nishi will be with us also." They rode for a short while to To his parents residence and Collected Adonis and Manisha. Afterwards the ride was 15 minutes To the airport. "We're Flying commercial" Damian Notified them. Adonis said, "CJ will meet us in Trini." They boarded the plane Only an hour after arrival. Everybody packed overnight Bags. The flight was moderately quick No incidents. The air fresh the people Kind and their fast food and burgers We're better. They Arrived in Trinidad by Sunset. CJ saw them before they Saw him. He approached. "Hey family" he said As they all embraced Him. They left for the elder Dashim Hakim's residense. Upon Arrival at the beautiful modestly Kept villa CJ knocked on the Heavy wooden door. Uncle Preston oldest son Preston Junior greeted them at the entrance. Their Grandfather emerged from a back room. CJ and Damian Commented about the appearance of interior Of the place, Now unfurnished. CJ remarked, "Looks like The place has already been Packed away. We came hoping To be of help." There were boxes To one side. Uncle Preston added "We sold much of his things." Uncle Fabian Uncle Kelden and Uncle Rodney were there as well. Grand had his luggage waiting By the front door. The happy Distinguished Old man uttered, "I have just one bag. I'm Ready To leave now." Uncle Preston Said, "Dad let them rest first Before they start the journey." Molly and Dolly found Seats near Grandfather Hakim. While Manisha sat with CJ. Adonis sat with Uncle Fabian. They all sat on folding chairs Just talking the time away. "Grand what are your plans for This place now?" Adonis asked. "I am renting it." He arched his Brow confidently. They talked about weather Differences between Trinidad And Virginia. "There are new sites to visit in Virginia." Damian Volunteered. Two hours passed As Grandfather Hakim became Restless. "This old man is ready To go NOW! Have some Consideration Offspring! Chatter dissipated only silence as GrandDad stood and headed to The door. Damian responded Picking up his Grandfather's Large suitcase. "Ok GrandDad We are Leaving We're right behind You." While CJ held the door Everybody embraced with goodbyes And well wishes even fist bumps. They were on the road again Enroute to the airport with The family patriarch in tow. Dolly Spoke, as they entered the limo In turn, "We have your room Ready for you back home GrandDad." The older man quirked "I'm glad to hear it can't wait to Rest." Meantime back home the Young Solomons were becoming A reality. And 2041 was only a Few days away DJ will began The next phase of his existence In the Hakim family life. His cousin Ricky called his phone. "Hey Ricky what's the business." DJ said. Ricky expounded we Got a new thing going on. A Secret club. I want you and your Brothers to meet us here at GrandDad and Grandma, okay? DJ was pensive before agreeing. DJ Amadeus Justin and Jordan Rode their bikes to meet Ricky His brothers and some of The cousins. Ricky was nearly 16 years old he sported dreads Too as did the rest of the crew. His brothers were Julian Jafar Junis and Eric. Eric was the Youngest of the brothers, same Age as Justin and Jordan. Ricky said, "We have gang, a crew In the family. We call our selves YOUNG SOLOMON. But we just Go by, the 'Solomons.' "You and Your brothers. You Solomons DJ? Ricky removed a small Briefcase from his bag. He Said, "Look" and opened the Briefcase revealing two gold Necklaces adorned with Seal of Solomon pendants. "I have only Two, one for you and another For your brother." He handed Them The shinning jewelry saying, "All members wear it." DJ added It to his attire. Amadeus did the Same. DJ asked, "Do the adults Know about this? Julian said, "Yeah Dad knows." Ricky Responded, "Then tell your father, DJ." So next time we will meet at Your place. DJ and Amadeus locked Eyes. Amadeus exhaled and Nodded. DJ said "Yeah cuz we're SOLOMON, blood!" Ricky said, "HAKIM SOLOMON BROTHER!! All of the Solomons repeated Ricky's words. DJ stepped back And embraced his brothers and bellowed, "DAMIAN HAKIM SOLOMON BROTHERS!! Ricky Nodded his head and said, "Yes Nothing Less." DJ asked. "Are We exclusive Ricky. Exclusive No strangers right? Family. No Strangers only Hakim right? Ricky said, "No strangers only Us, No friends only Hakim Solomon Hakim Brothers!" DJ reiterated, "BROTHERS!" The Whole Solomon crew roared "Yeaah! SOLOMON young Solomon." Brothers! HAKIM BROTHERS!" "Solomon Solomon Solomon." They Whispered in the cool evening Atmosphere. The quietest could Barely be heard "Solomon Solomon. Solomon." At that time the Hakim Limousine was 2 miles from the Estate. While the Damian Hakim Oldests were rushing Home to greet their Greatgrand Who was to be affectionately Known as old Grand. The limo Was half a mile away when DJ And his brothers returned home.