Season 2 - Episode 1 Season 2 begins at Baldwin Memorial Hospital, where Krystalyn is sitting in the waiting area in the maternity wing. Jovan rushes into the hospital, followed by Nathaniel. Jovan runs over to the front desk. Jovan: Excuse me. Excuse me ma'am but could you please tell me what floor the maternity wing is on? Front Desk Receptionist: Third Floor. Jovan: Thanks! Jovan and Nathaniel rush to catch the elevator to the third floor. Upon stepping off the elevator, Jovan looks around confused, not sure which way to go. Krystalyn spots them and calls out his name. Krystalyn: Jovan! Jovan turns around and sees Krystalyn. Jovan: Krys! Oh my gosh! Where is Joi? Krystalyn: Go over to the desk and tell them who you are and they will take you right to her. Jovan: Cool. Thanks again for gettin' her here. Krystalyn doesn't respond, but turns and heads back towards her seat. Nathaniel: Jovan, you alright? Jovan: Yeah I'm cool. Nathaniel: Cool. I'll stay out here with Krys. Nathaniel goes over and sits down beside Krystalyn. He is holding a giant yellow teddy bear. Krystalyn looks up as he comes over and looks the bear up and down. Nathaniel: Can you tell I'm kinda excited to be a godfather? Krystalyn: I guess. Nathaniel sits down and picks up a magazine and begins to flip through. Nathaiel: So do you know how close she is to havin' the baby? Krystalyn: Nope. Nathaniel: Okay.... Krystalyn: You know what Nate? I appreciate you tryin' to strike up conversation and everything, but really...I don't even wanna be here. As a matter of fact, now that you guys are here, I think I'm just gonna head out..... Krystalyn gets up and starts to gather her things. Nathaniel: Okay Krys. See ya later! Thanks again for brigin' Joi to the hospital! Krystalyn pretends to not hear him and begins to walk towards the elevator. She leans over and presses the down arrow and closes her eyes and lets out a deep sigh. She keeps her eyes closed until she hears the bell alerting her that the elevator has arrived. She opens her eyes just in time for the elevator doors to open and for her to see Sy'Mone on the other side... _________________________________________________________________________________________ Back on campus, in the Ida B. Wells dormitory, LaShonda is in her room, checking her email and reading messages on facebook. Status Update One: Kelly is still laughin' at the "fake" AKA's from the other night. Status Update Two: Traci still can't believe those fools thought they were really AKA's. Status Update Three: Sherrard shakes his head everytime he thinks about those 2 girls about the AKA probate. Lashonda begins to tear up and closes her laptop before reading any more humiliating status updates referring to her and Denitra's unfortunate incident from the other night. She decides to go and lay down for a nap when there is a knock on the door. She decides it is probably someone coming to taunt her even more and pretends to not be there. The knock comes again shortly followed by a voice. Brian: Shonda, it's me. You there? LaShonda jumps up and runs over to the door to open it for her boyfriend. LaShonda: Hey... Brian: You okay? Lashonda begins to tear up and Brian takes her and embraces her into a hug. Lashonda pulls him into the room and closes the door behind him. She leans her head up onto his shoulder and begins to cry. Brian: That bad, huh? Lashonda: Worse. Lashonda takes a deep breath and goes over to sit down on the bed. Lashonda: Oh Brian everything is a mess! Denitra and I are the laughin' stock of the whole campus! Everywhere I go, people are pointin' and laughin'! Brian: Oh...baby...this won't last forever. Next week, those idiots will find somethin' new to laugh at and they won't even remember this. Lashonda: Oh yeah right! That's easy for you to say! No one is posting facebook status' about you! Brian: Wow. Facebook too? Lashonda: Yes! I told you! This is terrible, Brian! Just terrible! Brian: Wow. Have you told your mom yet? Lashonda: No. Why would I do that? Brian: Because.....isn't she tight with President Ferguson? Maybe she can pull some rank with her or somethin'. Lashonda: I guess that means you didn't hear about what happened, huh? Brian: What? Lashonda: With President Ferguson..... _________________________________________________________________________________________ Scene 1 Continued... Krystalyn gets up and starts to gather her things. Nathaniel: Okay Krys. See ya later! Thanks again for brigin' Joi to the hospital! Krystalyn pretends to not hear him and begins to walk towards the elevator. She leans over and presses the down arrow and closes her eyes and lets out a deep sigh. She keeps her eyes closed until she hears the bell alerting her that the elevator has arrived. She opens her eyes just in time for the elevator doors to open and for her to see Sy'Mone on the other side... Sy'Mone: Krys! Krystalyn ignores Sy'Mone and steps onto the elevator. Sy'Mone steps off and turns to try and talk to her again. Sy'Mone: Soror....please...I Krystalyn closes the door in a hurry while Sy'Mone is still speaking. Sy'Mone turns and begins to run to the desk, when Nathaniel calls her name. Nathaniel: Sy'Mone! Sy'Mone turns and sees Nathaniel and runs over to where he is. Sy'Mone: Hey! Did she have the baby yet? What's goin' on? Do you know? Nathaniel: No. I just got here a few minutes ago with Jovan and Krys said she didn't know anything. Sy'Mone: Well I was supposed to be in the room with her! Just then, the elevator door opens and the Joi's line sisters all come runnin' out of the elevator. Sy'Mone: What are you all doin' here? All speaking at once: We wanted to support Joi! Did she have the baby? What's goin' on? We got here as soon as we could! Sy'Mone: Everybody just settle down! I just got here myself and I'm not sure what's goin' on yet. Nathaniel's cell phone begins to ring and he looks down to see that it is Laray. Nathaniel: Hey Laray! Where are you? I've been tryin' to call you! Laray: Where are you? The hospital? Nathaniel: Yes! Joi is havin' the baby! Get over here! Laray: Oh my gosh! Is Krys there? Nathaniel: She was but she left! Laray: Okay. I'm on my way! Nathaniel looks up at Sy'Mone Nathaniel: That was Laray. She said she's on her way. Jovan comes running towards the waiting room. Jovan: Nate! Nate! I'm a daddy! Nathaniel: Oh! Congratulations frat! Sy'Mone: Oh my gosh! I'm a godmother! I'm so excited? What is it? Jovan: It's a future Alpha! Sy'Mone: Awww! A boy! Can I go see them? Jovan: Sure! Nathaniel gets up and embraces Nate and pats him on the back as Sy'Mone races to the desk to be escorted back to Joi's room. Once she reaches Joi's room, she finds her Joi resting. Sy'Mone: Joi! Joi looks up to see Sy'Mone coming into the room. Joi: Hey girl.... Sy'Mone: Hey mama! Where's the baby? Joi: They took him to get him all cleaned up and dressed. I can't wait for you to see him. He's so cute.... Sy'Mone: Of course he is! What did you name him? Joi: I haven't yet....it hasn't come to me. I want him to have the perfect name! Sy'Mone: That's cool. And hey! I thought I was supposed to be in the room with you! Joi: You didn't get here fast enough! Sy'Mone: Wow so Krys brought you to the hospital, huh? Joi begins to frown. Joi: Yeah.....but.......it was real ugly, Sy'Mone. We were havin' a huge fight when I started to go into labor. Honestly, I didn't even think she was gonna help me....is she still here? I'd really like to thank her. Sy'Mone: No....she left right after I got here. Joi: Oh.. Sy'Mone: Hey don't get sad. This is supposed to be the happiest day of your life! Joi: I know! And it is. Just then, the nurse walks into the room. Nurse: Hello new mommy! Joi smiles at hearing this. Joi: Hi! Nurse: How are you feelin'? Joi: Pretty good. I'm a little sore and tired, but overall, I'm okay. Nurse: Well that's normal.....if you start to feel anything else though, you let me know. Joi: I will. Nurse: Oh by the way....they should be comin' in soon to get the baby's birth certificate filled out. Is the father still here so that he can sign? Joi: I...I'm not.... Sy'Mone: Joi, what's wrong? Jovan's in the waiting room. He's still here. Joi: I know...but....it's just.....I want you to call Patrick and tell him I had the baby before Jovan signs the papers. I have to try just one more time, Sy'Mone.....I just have to... _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Over at the Administration building, Romona is sitting at her desk typing and sipping a cup of tea when Dr. Ferguson walks through the door. Romona stops for a second and looks up to see who is coming in. Romona: Good morning, Dr. Ferguson. Melinda: Good morning, Romona. Romona: How are you feelin' this morning? Melinda stops to think before answering. Melinda: Well actually, I'm feeling pretty rested. I slept well last night and I feel pretty clear minded this morning. Romona: Good. I was worried about you. Melinda: No need! I'll be in my office if you need me. Romona: No problem. Melinda walks into her office and looks around. She takes a deep breath and goes and sits down at her desk. She looks at a huge pile of papers and begins to sort through them, filing important forms and throwing away those that she no longer needs. BUZZ Melinda: Yes, Romona? Romona: You have a call on line 1. Melinda: Who is it? Romona: Valerie Edwards. Melinda: Okay...put her through! Valerie: Pretty girl! Melinda: Hey Diva! What are you doin' callin' me so early! I thought you stay at home wives slept everyday until noon. Valerie: I'll have you know I am not a stay at home wife! I am very active in the community and in my sorority, thank you very much! A Delta starts her day early in the morning... Melinda: Don't even start with me, Val! The two start to laugh Melinda: So what's up? Valerie: Can't a person check in on her best friend? Melinda: Uh sure....but I know you....so what's up? What do you want? Valerie: Ok....you got me.......I'm applying to be on the board of directors for one of the foundations and I need a letter of recommendation. Think you could hook your oldest and most beloved friend up with one? Melinda: Sure, Val. Valerie: Oh....and I need it soon. Melinda: How soon? Valerie: Yesterday? Melinda: Val! Valerie: I'm sorry! I've been busy and then with all that Board of Trustees stuff with you.....I don't know...it slipped my mind... Melinda: I see...sounds like old age setting in to me... Melinda begins to giggle. Valerie: So can you do it? Melinda: Of course....anything for you...I'll email it to you this afternoon. Valerie: Thanks sis! Call me later. Melinda: Okay. Bye Melinda hangs up the phone. BUZZ Melinda: Yes, Romona: Is it Valerie again? Romona: No ma'am. Dr.....I'm sorry sir, help me pronounce your name again....okay thanks....Dr. Mwatsumi... _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Scene 2 Continued... Lashonda: I guess that means you didn't hear about what happened, huh? Brian: What? Lashonda: With President Ferguson..... Brian: No........did I miss something? Lashonda: Apparently you did.......she had a charge brought up against her by um..........what's her name....Sheena's mom.... Brian: Sheena, the Delta? Lashonda: Yeah. Brian: You talkin' about Mrs. Davenport? Lashonda: Yeah, her. She brought a charge against her with the Board of Trustee's. Brian: For what? Lashonda: Um I don't know exactly but I heard it wasn't good.... Brian: So what happened? Lashonda: Well the board decided to.... RING RING Lashonda's room phone begins to ring. Lashonda gets up and goes over to answer. Lashonda: Hello? Denitra: Hey girl, it's me. Lashonda: Nitra! Hey. Denitra: You sound like your doin' about as good as I am. Lashonda: Yeah.... Denitra: Anyway....I'm downstairs. Come let me in. Lashonda: Okay. Denitra: Oh wait, someone is goin' in now. I'll see you in a few minutes. Denitra hangs up the phone. Brian: Who was that? Lashonda: Denitra. She said she's on her way up. Lashonda goes and opens the door and leans against it waiting for Denitra. She sees Denitra coming around the corner. Her eyes seems sad and she is walking slowly and a bit hunched over. Her face seems a bit pale and her half smile seems lackluster and forced. Once she reaches the door, she leans in to hug Lashonda. Denitra: Hey girl. Lashonda: Hey Nitra. Come in. Denitra walks past Lashonda and goes and sits down at her computer desk. Denitra: Hey Brian, what's up. Brian: Hey Denitra. You need me to leave? Is this a girl's only conversation? Denitra: No. You can stay. Denitra looks over at Lashonda. Denitra: I just came over to show you this. Denitra pulls out a piece of paper and hands it over to Lashonda. Lashonda begins to read it and her face begins to frown in confusion. Lashonda: Nitra....I'm confused....what is this? Denitra: It's my transfer form. I'm transferring to our sister school for the rest of the semester.....I'm sorry to leave you by yourself, but....I just can't..... ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Scene 3 Continued.. BUZZ Melinda: Yes, Romona: Is it Valerie again? Romona: No ma'am. Dr.....I'm sorry sir, help me pronounce your name again....okay thanks....Dr. Mwatsumi... Melinda: Yes, Romona, I'll be right out. Melinda stands up and brushes her hair back before walking out into the lobby. Melinda: Dr. Mwatsumi. Dr. Mwatsumi: Dr. Ferguson. Melinda reaches out to shake his hand. Melinda: Romona, this is Dr. Colin Mwatsumi.....he will be the acting President while I am out on my....my leave of absence. Dr. Mwatsumi: Your suspension, you mean. Melinda: Yes, Dr. Mwatsumi. Thank you for that correction. While I am out, Romona, Dr. Mwatsumi will be assuming the role of the President of Ahpla University. Dr. Mwatsumi, this is Romona....she is the Administrative Assistant to the President. Dr. Mwatsumi: Oh yes....we'll see. Romona stands up and shake his hand and he reluctantly shakes Romona's hand back. Melinda: I was just hear trying to collect my things out of my office. I'm finished now, though, so I guess I'll be getting out of here in a few minutes. Dr. Mwatsumi: You mean my office? Melinda: No........I mean my office....it's yours for the next 90 days.....but do remember, Dr. Mwatsumi....it's only a loan. Dr. Mwatsumi smiles gingerly at Melinda before turning to speak to Romona. Dr. Mwatsumi: Romona, I will still be teaching my courses while I am acting as President, so I will have a very tight schedule. I will need you to get a handle on my days very quickly. Romona: Yes, sir. Dr. Mwatsumi: I have cleared my calendar for today so that I may get adjusted to the office and get settled. Oh wait....I do have one very important item of business that must be taken care of right away. Please phone Mona Ferguson and ask her to come over immediately. I have a matter to discuss with her that is of grave importance. Melinda looks at Dr. Mwatsumi with a confused look on her face, wondering what it is he has to talk to Mona about. Dr. Mwatsumi senses this look and looks over and Melinda. Dr. Mwatsumi: Dr. Ferguson, is there anything else myself or Romona can help you with before you go? Melinda: No. Dr. Mwatsumi: Very well, then. Enjoy your.......vacation. Dr. Mwatsumi turns towards the office, walks in and closes it behind him. Melinda gives Romona a quick goodbye before heading out towards her car. Twenty minutes later, Dr. Mwatsumi is sitting in his new office, setting up his log in information on the computer. BUZZ Dr. Mwatsumi: Yes? Romona: Dr. Mwatsumi, Mona Ferguson is here as you requested. Dr. Mwatsumi: Oh excellent. Please send her in. A few seconds later, the door opens and Mona slowly and nonchalantly strolls into the office. She stops and looks around, noticing that all of her mother's items are missing. Mona's observations are interrupted by Dr. Mwatsumi. Dr. Mwatsumi: Ms. Ferguson, please have a seat. Mona sits down. Dr. Mwatsumi: Ms. Ferguson, do you know why I called you here this morning? Mona looks him up and down before answering. Mona: No. Dr. Mwatsumi: Well.....I've never been one to beat around the bush....I'm what they call a straight shooter....so here it is.....Ms. Ferguson.....effective immediately, we will no longer need your services as the Director of Greek Life. Mona: What? What do you mean? Dr. Mwatsumi: What I mean is.....you're fired.
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