BFF's 2 by Brenda Hampton

hadn’t spoken to her since the other night, but I had planned on calling her so I could get Bryson’s number to call him.
    â€œHello, bestie,” I said in a joking manner. “It’s good to know that I’m on your mind, or should I say your radar today.”
    â€œI’m not going to say all of that, but I called so we could talk. Keith and I had an argument, and I wanted to ask if you thought I was wrong about something.”
    This was interesting. Trina and Keith always seemed so chummy with each other. And while many couples had arguments, Keith didn’t seem like the arguing type. As for Trina, that was a different story. She could be a real shit starter, if she wanted to be. I’d known that from experience.
    â€œWhat happened? Tell me.”
    Trina told me about the condoms and about him telling her to leave. I wanted to laugh my ass off. I envisioned his foot traveling deep in her ass when he kicked her out. Either way, I gave my input to my friend who seemed distraught about what had happened.
    â€œFirst of all, you had every right to be mad,” I said. “I would have questioned those condoms too. At the end of the day, he needs to provide you with a legitimate explanation for the ones missing. He didn’t have an answer; that’s why he kicked you out and made you leave. He’s hoping that you forget all about it, and that you’ll miss him so much and come running back to him. If I were you, I wouldn’t. I’d keep it moving and find someone else who has no problems with being honest.”
    Trina sniffed then blew her nose. “I agree. He made me look like the bad person, and then had the nerve to say that I was stupid and silly. That hurt. I never thought Keith would speak to me like that.”
    â€œI don’t know why you thought he was so special. He’s just like any other man, and to be honest, the last thing you need is another mentally abusive man in your life. The last one you had was both physically and mentally abusive, and you see where that got you. With that crazy bitch, Lexi. You definitely don’t want to go there again.”
    â€œNo, I don’t. I don’t get why relationships are so hard, but maybe it’s time for me to step back and chill for a while. I need to get myself together before I start dating again.”
    â€œI agree. I feel the same way. I have so much going on right now that I can’t even think straight. My bills are way behind, and I’ve been on four or five interviews. The job market sucks. I haven’t found anything yet.”
    â€œEventually, you will. And if you need to borrow a couple of dollars, let me know. I could spare twenty or forty dollars, but that’s it.”
    I pursed my lips. What in the hell was I supposed to do with twenty or forty dollars? That was barely enough for me to get my nails and toes done.
    â€œNo, thanks, I’m good. At least until I get my unemployment check, so no worries. In the meantime, you need to chill and forget about Keith. I’m out and about right now, so if you want some company, let me know. I’ll stop by to chat.”
    â€œI’m leaving in a few to go to the studio and get some work done. Whenever I’m this upset, I like to paint. You’d be surprised by what I come up with, when I’m feeling down like this. Painting always makes me feel better.”
    â€œWell, go do you. I’ll call to check on you tomorrow.”
    â€œThanks, Evelyn. I really do appreciate it. I know we’ve had our ups and downs, but at least we can still have a decent conversation with each other.”
    â€œYou’re right. I’ve known you since elementary school, and we’ve had way more ups than downs. You’ll be okay. I’m sure that I will be too. By the way, have you heard from your attack dog, Kayla?”
    â€œDon’t say that about her. And no, I haven’t heard from her. I’ve thought