DIANA'S POV

I was woken up by feather light kisses being peppered all over my face. My eyes fluttered open and I came face to face with a smiling Kareem.

"Good morning cupcake."He greeted.

"Morning."I mumbled still half asleep.

The room was still dark but I could tell it was already morning by the light streaming in through the cracks in the curtains.

"As much as I'd like to let you sleep all day, you've got to get up, we have church in an hour."Kareem informed me.

"I'd be up already but someone couldn't keep their libido in check."I retorted sitting up.

The sheets fell away from my body exposing my breasts to the morning chill. Kareem's gaze immediately turned to my nipples and I could see the hunger start to form in his eyes.

"We have church and I'm sore so away with those thoughts."I demanded covering myself up.

Kareem and I had stayed awake till three am experimenting with my vibrator. I had been mortified when he had found it but that had soon turned to indescribable pleasure. Kareem plus my battery operated boyfriend had me screaming in ecstasy for hours. Were it not for the fact that I asked for a time out, Kareem had been willing to go all night.

"I hate to admit it but you're right we do need to get going, here I brought you breakfast."Kareem said pointing at the plate I hadn't noticed on the bedside table.

"You brought me breakfast in bed?"I beamed my eyes getting all starry eyed.

No one had ever brought me breakfast in bed before except for my mom when I was sick.

"Yeah I wanted to show you how much I appreciate you being here and to thank you for a wonderful night."Kareem replied.

I couldn't help myself when a burst of love towards Kareem washed over me. I threw the covers away and straddled him in all my naked glory. Kareem's arms automatically went around me pulling me closer to him. He was shirtless so my breasts rubbed over his naked chest causing a jolt of pleasure to spread all over my body but I ignored it.

"Thank you, I love you."I mumbled kissing his lips softly before hugging him burying my face in his neck.

No one had ever treated me like Kareem was treating me and I don't think he had any idea what it all meant to me.

"You're welcome my love, it's my pleasure."He replied rubbing my back.

"Stop it, we don't have time."I scolded when I felt his hard on against my thigh

"I can't help it, you're the one who launched yourself at me naked."He argued.

I laughed and pulled away but not without kissing him once more.

"What happened to not kissing without brushing your teeth first?"Kareem teased.

"Who says I haven't brushed my teeth? Maybe I woke up before you to make myself presentable."I replied.

"Ha! As if you would ever."Kareem laughed.

"You're right, I'm not that shallow but we are living together now so I thought its time to start showing you my disgusting habits so you can get out while you still can."I replied.

Kareem just smiled at me as he got off the bed.

"Bring it on sweetheart but neither of us is going anywhere. This is for life."He declared bending over to kiss me. "Now eat your breakfast while I take a shower, we don't want to be late."Kareem ordered as he left me to go take a shower.

I watched him walk away, his muscles rippling with each step and I couldn't help but think what a lucky woman I was. When he disappeared from sight I reached for my plate of waffles, fruit and a strawberry smoothie. I ate quickly enjoying the bliss of finally moving in with my boyfriend.

It had taken a whole week to plan the surprise and it had been really hard keeping it from Kareem. He would have found out if he'd come to my apartment because of all the boxes but I had managed to keep him at a distance. I knew that moving in would not be easy, our relationship would be tried in so many different ways but I was ready for it all. Kareem and I were meant to be so us moving in together would only make our relationship stronger.

After breakfast I got out of bed, made it and tidied up putting all our dirty laundry in the hamper before walking down the stairs to put away the dirty dishes I had used. There was another plate on the counter with remnants of Kareem's breakfast. I scraped off the left overs into the compost bin leaving the plates in the sink. I'd deal with them after church.

Kareem was just getting our of the shower when I walked in, looking deliciously wet in a towel only.

"No time."He groaned spanking my ass as he passed me to leave the bathroom.

I laughed softly before grabbing my toothbrush and beginning my routine of getting ready for church. Kareem and I went to different churches so now that I had moved in with him meant I had to change churches too. It made me a little sad that I wouldn't be attending church with my whole family anymore but it was time to start new traditions with Kareem.

I took minimal time in the shower before walking back up to get dressed. When I'd arrived the previous day with my family I had been happy to discover that Kareem had built me a wall closet next to his complete with drawers and a shoe rack. Thankfully his loft was big enough to house us both comfortably.

"I never did thank you for this."I addressed Kareem who was occupied with his tie.

"No need to thank me, I asked you to move in so I had to make sure I accommodated you."Kareem replied making me smile.

I got dressed grateful that my hair was already in cornrows thus saving me time on making it.

Kareem got dressed in an all black suit while I wore a floral maxi ankara dress. My make up was easy to do so I didn't take too long. I put on a pair of black strapped heels to complete the look and was good to go.

"Ready?"Kareem asked after he was done tying his shoes.

"Yeah let's go."I nodded picking up my phone and purse.

Kareem took my hand and led me to the hellcat opening the passenger side door for me.

"We have to pick up Jamila and Nuru, she just texted to tell me they are ready."Kareem informed me driving out of the loft.

The garage door automatically locked behind us and I was impressed by how well Kareem had managed his living space. It was ours now and I'd already started making the changes necessary to make his loft into more of a couples' home than a bachelor pad.

"That's okay. I've just realized that this place is actually further from the book cafe than my previous apartment and I'm not sure of the bus routes."I expressed.

"No need to worry about that, I'm happy to drop you off on my way to work."Kareem replied.

"But that's out of your way."I protested.

"I don't mind honestly or you can take one of the cars to work."He suggested.

"I can't take your car."I denied.

"What is mine is yours so I either drop you off or you can take a car."Kareem insisted.

He was going to be stubborn about it so I decided to give in.

"I'll take the car but only if I drive the Hellcat, the GTO is too manly for me. This is only temporary though, I didn't want to do it so soon but it seems like I'll have to buy my own car."I replied.

I'd been thinking about it for a while but moving in Kareem had solidified my idea of getting my own car.

"That's a good idea, I'll be happy to help when you're ready."Kareem offered.

"Thank you baby."

Kareem smiled at me as he packed in front of his sisters apartment building. He honked twice and three minutes later Jamila and Nuru walked out depressed impeccably in their Sunday best. I had to get out so that they could get in. Jamila looked pleasantly shocked to see me.

"Does this mean what I think it means?"She asked approaching me.

"Yes."I confirmed.

Jamila cheered excitedly pulling me into a hug.

"Thank God, now he can stop mopping around like someone killed his dog."She joked making me laugh.

I pulled away from her and bent over to greet Nuru.

"Hi sweetheart, you look pretty."I complimented.

"Thank you. Are you coming to church with us?"She observed.

"Yes."I answered and she smiled at me.

"Okay ladies enough chitchat, time to go."Kareem demanded.

Jamila rolled her eyes making me smile before she and Nuru got in the backseat.

"We're on time Kareem so put a sock on it."Jamila demanded.

Kareem scoffed before driving off after we were all seated securely with our seatbelts on.

The church Kareem went to was a twenty minute drive away and I was pleased to discover that it was the same denomination as the church I'd grown up in. It would be easier to adjust since the doctrines were the same, just a different building and location. Jamila was right, we weren't late so we managed to find seats on the third row which seemed to please Kareem.

Kareem was a bad boy inside and out but it was a great revelation to see him in church. He actually wanted to be there because he believed in God and not to show face or be absolved of guilt like most people did. I'd been born and brought up in the church so I'd always prayed that I would get married to a believer too. Kareem was my answered prayer.

The service started fifteen minutes after we arrived and it was a powerful three hour session. Kareem kept glancing at me and at one point he held my hand while we were praying. In that moment I knew he was praying for me, for us and that warmed my heart more than I thought possible.

As soon as the service was over people started clearing out of the church but Kareem held me back before I could get up.

"Would you guys mind waiting a few minutes? I'd like to introduce Diana to the Reverend."Kareem requested his sister.

"It's okay, you guys go. We'll wait here."Jamila assured him.

Kareem took my hand and led me through the church towards a small office next to the altar. The door was opened but there were people inside talking to the Reverend. Kareem and I waited for them to finish before we walked in. The Reverend was an old man, about my father's age with a balding head and a welcoming smile.

"Kareem my boy welcome."The Reverend grinned when he saw him.

They hugged fondly like father like son which was actually heartwarming to see.

"Thank you, great sermon today, I loved it."Kareem said.

"I'm happy to hear that, I worked on it all week."The Reverend replied.

He turned slightly and that's when he saw me, his face lighting up in what I could only term as recognition even though I'd never met him before.

"And you must be Diana, it's a pleasure to meet you. I'm Reverend John."He introduced himself.

I shook his hand smiling awkwardly since I was at a loss of how he knew me but I didn't know him.

"Nice to meet you too Reverend."I replied.

I looked at Kareem with a questioning look but he just shrugged at me.

"Kareem has told me all about you. Seeing you here means that you moved in with him. Looks like our prayers have been answered son."Reverend John cheered.

"Yes they have."Kareem said looking at me with a fond smile.

"Amen, come, come, we must pray for this new journey you two are beginning together."Reverend Mark requested.

We all held hands and bowed our heads as the Reverend prayed for us. After we were done we talked for a few more minutes then we had to leave since there were more people waiting to talk to the Reverend.

"It was nice meeting you Diana. I officially welcome you to our congregation."Reverend John expressed as he ushered us out of his office.

"Pleasure was all mine Reverend. See you next Sunday."I replied.

Kareem said his goodbyes too and we left.

"You told your Reverend about me?"I asked Kareem as we walked towards Jamila and Nuru.

"I tell that man everything, he's been my guide since I left rehab. He's kept me on the straight and narrow all these years especially at the beginning when I was on the brink of relapsing. I told him about you the Sunday after we met and he has been guiding me about our relationship. When I told him that I was thinking about asking you to move in we prayed about it and here you are."Kareem explained making me smile.

"Where have you been all my life?"I asked Kareem in awe of him.

"Not deserving of you but I'm here now and I'm not letting you go."Kareem declared.

"I wouldn't have it any other way."I replied.

Kareem really was all I'd ever wanted and so much more.

"How about I take you ladies swimming? It's hot out, perfect weather for a dip in the pool."Kareem suggested when we got to Jamila and Nuru.

Nuru cheered excitedly definitely all in. I knew Jamila hated swimming but she still liked sun bathing by the pool so she was all for it too.

"Im in."I agreed.

"Great, let's go get our costumes first."Kareem declared unlocking the car.

We all got in and drove back home to get all we would need for an afternoon out.

Kareem chose the same resort we had met the first time I agreed to go on a date with him. It brought a smile to my face when I realized that the decision I'd made in that hotel four months ago had propelled me to the moment I was currently in, Kareem and I moving in together.

"Kareem what happened to you?"Jamila asked once we were all changed into our swimming costumes.

Kareem and I looked at each other with a knowing look recalling the previous night. Ashton must have hit him really hard because it had left a dark bruise. I'd noticed the bruise in the morning but I'd not mentioned it because Kareem had asked me not to talk about that incident again. I had apologized so many times the previous night on Ashton's behalf until Kareem had demanded I stop.

"Ashton hit him."I answered on Kareem's behalf.

"What? Why?"Jamila asked.

"Nothing bad, it was just his way of warning me not to hurt Diana."Kareem explained.

"Oh well, you better listen to him because I'd find a way to hurt you too after they were done with you if you mess this up with Diana."Jamila threatened making me smile.

"No love for your brother huh?"Kareem asked sulking to which Jamila just shrugged.

"When are you getting a boyfriend siz? Ashton taught me a trick that I'd like to use on your next boyfriend."Kareem asked Jamila.

"Not anytime soon so keep on dreaming."Jamila replied.

"But why? I'd love to punch someone for you."Kareem insisted.

"You can punch yourself because you annoy me to high heaven."Jamila retorted.

Before Kareem could argue anymore our food arrived forcing Kareem to be quiet. We had all decided to eat first before we started swimming.

I liked watching the two siblings bicker, it was clear they loved each other a lot and would do anything for each other but they also enjoyed messing around.

Moving in with Kareem had in some ways brought me closer to his family and that was a transition I liked.

"I love you."Kareem whispered randomly in my ear as we ate.

I looked at him and smiled thinking to myself just how lucky I was to have him in my life.

"I love you more."I replied pecking his lips.

Yes I was definitely part of their family now as much as they were part of mine.

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Double Update in one day because I need some cheering up and publishing a chapter for you guys does that for me.

I can't believe Christmas is a week away, the year has flown by so fast. Were you naughty or nice this year? I was a little bit of both.

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