Rolling my eyes, I got to my feet. “Of course it’s a joke”. Taking the cup from him I washed it out before sitting it on the draining board.
Wrapping his arm around my waist he lay his hand flat against my stomach. “I can’t wait to see you round and fat”. He growled his breath tickling my neck. “Can’t wait to see how big your tits get”.
“Tits…. Mommy tits”…
I could already feel his body shaking with laughter. Another word our daughter has learned from her dad.
“Stop laughing”. I hissed slapping his leg. If we didn’t acknowledge her saying it, then I was hoping it wouldn’t come out her mouth again.
“Uncle Ared gave me monies for school”. And knowing Jared it wasn’t going to be a dollar. Rolling my eyes I moved away from Blaze.
“Come and get your shoes on”. Holding out my hand I laughed at her little grin. She knew she had everyone in here wrapped around her finger.
“Love you mommy”. Slipping her hand in mine I bent down to her level. My precious girl. One thing I was sure about and that was Everleigh. I would protect her with my life.
“I love you too baby”. Kissing her forehead, I felt Blaze behind me. I could already feel my emotions getting the better of me.
“Little bear, are you ready for your first day?”. And just like that she was jumping into his arms. “Let’s get your new shoes on”. He smirked at me before throwing me a wink.
I wasn’t against any of them buying her things or spoiling her, but it was constant. Anything she wanted she got. Everleigh wasn’t a greedy child, but I still didn’t want her turning out spoilt.
“So, your dad can’t make it”. My mom sighed.
“He’ll see her afterwards it’s okay”. It wasn’t that much of a big deal. As long as Blaze wasn’t going to miss it.
“Leighton’s going into elementary school next week. That should be fun. He’s so much like your dad it’s scary”.
“He’ll be riding a motorcycle before you know it”. I laughed.
“Oh, it’s already on the Christmas list. The boys obsessed already”.
That without a doubt was going to happen. He was going to grow up and be exactly like dad.
“Mommy I go”. Everleigh came running into the kitchen backpack at the ready.
“Let mommy take a picture first okay”. Grabbing my phone from my purse I snapped a few shots. She was going to break hearts when she was older and if her dad has anything to do with it, it wouldn’t just be hearts that get broken.
“Send they pictures to me later”. My mom bent down kissing her forehead. “Have fun baby”.
“I’ll call you later mom”….
Taking her hand, I grabbed my bag before we made our way outside. It was hot today, the air humid. A laugh fell from Blazes lips, both leaning against their bikes smoking a cigarette. Unlocking my car, I placed Everleigh into her car seat making sure it was secure before closing the door.
“You ready?”. I asked.
“We’ll follow behind babe”. Flicking his smoke to the ground I couldn’t help but drag my eyes over his body. His beard had grown, his hair scraped back into a man bun. This man right here was mine, he screamed sex.
The smirk he was wearing already had my panties wet and best of all he didn’t even know I was staring. Damn pregnancy hormones were driving me crazy already. Shaking my head, I blinked a few times before getting into the driver’s side.
I needed to calm myself down before I asked him to fuck me in the street.
I pulled up outside the school. Turning off my engine I got out and walked to Everleigh’s side.
“Come on pretty girl”. Lifting her from her car seat I placed her on the ground next to me. “Look daddy’s here”. I smiled as he pulled into the space next to me.
I could already feel the stares, but I didn’t care. My daughter had the same right as everyone else’s to be here.
“Mommy”. She whispered hooking her arm around my leg.
“She alright?”. He asked resting his arm around my shoulder.
Truth, was I didn’t know. She was so excited this morning and now I wasn’t so sure.
“You’ll be okay baby”. Bending down to her level I took hold of both her hands.
“I okay mommy”. Slipping her arms around my neck she squeezed her face against mine. “Daddy coming”. She grinned holding her hand out for him.
I could have cried right there.
“My girl”. He grinned taking her outstretched hand.
Walking towards the front gates I smiled as we approached Mrs McCall. Her smile was contagious.
“And who do we have here?”. She beamed.
“I Everleigh I go school here”. She giggled.
Mrs McCall laughed. “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Everleigh. I’m sure you’ll be a little ray of sunshine”. Stretching out her hand Everleigh dropped mine and took hers.
“Bye mommy, bye daddy”.
“Bye baby”. And just like that she walked up the path and headed inside. Never once looking back.
“She’ll be fine sweets”. Feeling his hand on the lower of my back I sighed. He was right I knew she would be fine it was just hard to see her go.
“I’m going into the hospital. You heading to the clubhouse?”. I asked as we began walking to the car.
“Yeah, babe got a little business to take care of. Drop by once you’re done”. Planting a kiss on my lips he held my waist tight. “Did I tell you how fucking good you look today”. He growled.
“You didn’t but I know I do”. I smirked pushing on his chest. “I’ll see you soon”. Kissing him goodbye I got in my car and took off down the street.
Blaze and I were good, I felt good, we were happy. Our baby was happy, and our little peanut was growing safely inside my tummy.
I hoped Ally was working today. I wanted to know Cages reaction to becoming a dad. I knew both were dying to become parents.
Parking near the entrance I turned my engine off and got out. Locking my car, I made my way into the hospital. Inhaling deeply, I smiled. This was home for me. Heading towards the front desk I smiled at the receptionist.
“Ah Ava I was wondering when you were going to come back”. Josh smiled at me as he waved goodbye to a patient. “We should grab some coffee and talk”.
“We should”. I smiled. I wanted my job back. My old job, my old position.
“Do you have a schedule for me?”. He asked taking a sip of his coffee. “You are coming back, right?”.
I opted for tea, I had yet to break the news about my pregnancy. Stirring in some sugar I took the seat in front of his desk.
“Everleigh has preschool Monday to Thursday so I’m free those days. I could also take up the odd bank shift at the weekend”.
“Great when can you start?”. He laughed.
“Am I coming back to my old position?”. I asked.
“Yes of course. You’re great at what you do Ava, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. So can you start tomorrow?”.
“There’s just one more thing”. Chewing on my bottom lip I glanced at him. “I’m pregnant”.
“Oh congratulations. How far along are you?”. He asked.
“I’m not sure but I’ll work right up until I can’t work anymore”. I laughed. It was going to be different this time around. I had Blaze with me. My mom was here also. I wouldn’t need to take another career break.
“I’m just glad to have you back”. He spoke.
“It’s good to be back. I have to go but I’ll see you bright and early tomorrow morning”.
“See you then Ava”.