Adam, dats mu husband’s name, like in da bible, like de first man dey ever was. Dat ain’t his real name. His real name is . . . well . . . I cain�...�t say it outside ma head cuz it don’t be ‘lowed fo’ slaves to have no name lessin’ a white person give it to ya. Adam is big ‘n strong ‘n black as midnight. He stands tall as a tree and his arms be as big as a canon. His eyes is dark and sad, you kin see de sadness in ’em like when he be lookin’ at sumtin that don’t be dere. He say he be memberin’ his. You start serving the food."Alex went to the front door and opened it to see Mike standing there. "Are you ready", Alex asked and Mike nodded, although he looked unsure of himself. "Remember, power and confidence. You're a strong attractive man and Polly would be lucky to have you. Don't hesitate to take what you want" Alex said as he led Mike to the kitchen."Look who's here", Alex said and Polly looked up, her cheeks blushing a crimson red as she saw Mike. "Um, what are you doing here", she. He ran his fingers through his hair, muttering unintelligible words before he too sighed. He turned to meet her unwavering gaze."So be it. Sabratha, I give you my solemn vow to protect your heir and her mate beyond all others, this I swear to you upon the love I hold forever in my heart for you." He lowered his shining orbs, "Love, do not do what I fear you plan to do. Please, stay with me."She drew in a shaking breath, but a cacophony of unholy screeches silenced her reply. With eyes blazing,. "Morning," Sarah whispers, smiling her beautiful smile at me. "Youknow what day today is, right?" How can I forget?" I ask, kissing Sarah once again before getting upand staring at my naked body in the mirror. Exactly two years agotoday I did the exact same thing, before pulling on my school uniformfor the very last time. That night, when I went to bed, my life hadcompletely changed- and for the better."May 16th," I whisper happily as Sarah cuddles me from behind."Happy birthday!" Mum and dad.