When we pulled up in front of the curb to the house Killian raced out of the car. Up the driveway right into Charlie's waiting arms.
She scooped him up, twirling him around in her arms while I slipped my hands in my pockets.
Watching them interact with the new information I had.
Had she really been crying for me that night?
"Thanks for letting me take him out for a little while today." I said once Killian climbed down out of her arms.
"Killian, baby. Head inside so I can talk to daddy for just a second. Okay?" She said.
Fuck.
That's always great.
My eyes met hers before they scanned down her body.
I want to fix things with her, I wanna make things right between us.
So we could be a family like Killian wanted.
But it still hurt.
I still hurt, all of it still hurt.
Deciding to run errands and get my parents groceries while Killian and david were out to lunch seemed like the best way to keep me preoccupied, that is until I ran into Jill at the supermarket. I couldn't very well ignore her, but how much does she actually know? I'm pretty sure she and Alex were still friends and I'm sure he's blabbed to half of the town by now. Fuck. Thinking she wouldn't see me and I could just avoid her was a pipe dream, why would my luck start today? "Char? I-I thought you moved. What are you doing here? She asked. "Oh, yeah. I did move. To California, but we're moving back here to spend more time with my parents." "We?" Oh cock suck, mother of fuck. "Yes, we. I have a six year old son named Killian." Please don't throat punch me, ple- "Huh. Guess David really wasn't careful when you guys slept together." She said with a smug look on her fac
Jill's POV Charlie used to be my best friend, and I'd long since forgiven her and David for being together. Why hold onto the past? But seeing her in the supermarket sent me into shock, she's been gone six years. Cut ties with all of us, and now I guess I know why. The snide comment I made about David not being careful was a low blow, one that shouldn't of came out of my mouth. So offering to listen seemed like the next plausible thing to do. But nothing could prepare me for everything that came spilling out of her mouth, the life she had as a child would of ruined me forever. Now I understand why she never stuck around to let David explain, I wouldn't of stayed either. Fight or flight instincts kick in and I would of ran too. No one needs that much hurt and destruction in their life. How she's still standing and raising a child on her own put me in utter amazement. "I hid Killian from his father because I
Jill's POV After Charlie left I sat at the coffee shop for probably at least two hours, just pondering what I could do to help. If I actually could or should do anything to help. Not knowing what to do, I sent a text to the only person who was still my friend. Alex. Shit. Is this a good idea? Probably not, but I wanna try and help anyway that I can. 15 minutes go by before Alex finally shows up. "Jilly beans, what's up?" "I saw Char today. We had coffee and she told me about what's been going on. About Killian." "Okay? Is that why you texted me? Because you found out she and David have a son?" "No, asswipe. I texted you because I wanna help them. I know, I know. You think I should stay out of it and my my own business. BUT we know them better than anyone. We can help them Alex. Honestly I think they're meant to be together. I noticed the way he used to look at her, he's loved her from the second
Alex's POV Why the fuck was I doing this? Why am I standing on Charlie's doorstep to talk about my cousin of all fucking people? Before I could think about turning around and walking away the front door opened, Killian barreling through to go play in the yard. When he saw me standing in the way he stopped dead in his tracks. "Uh, mommy. Someone's here." He yelled. I could hear Charlie's footsteps coming from somewhere in the house until she appeared in front of me. I waited for the pant in my heart, or any kind of feeling towards her to come up but it didn't. Shit. Maybe Jill was right. I thought we were good together but when I think back in it I know ive said a lot hurtful things to her. But she stayed around a lot longer than any other women would of. And I took advantage of that. "Alex? What're you doing here?" Charlie said, face scrunching up trying to figure out what was going on. "Hey Char. I just came by t
Charlie's POV God, I've had enough serious conversation the last couple of weeks to last a freaking life time. Sneaking off to the side of the yard I pulled my phone out. Dualing David's number and preparing myself for a blunt short conversation. I knew he still didn't want to talk to me about anything besides Killian but I had to try. "Yes?" I furrowed my brow at the way he answer his phone. Alright, asshole. "Uh David? Hey, it's Charlie. I was wondering if you had a minute to talk?" "I know it's you," he said. "Oh, well. I--" I was already bothered by the way he decided to start this conversation off. "What is it Charlie? Is Killian okay?" "Uh, no. Yeah, he's fine. Everything's fine." I said. "Then why are you calling? I'm about to go into a meeting with a new investor." So he didn't give a shit if I was calling him unless it had something to
David's POV Charlie has never, ever talked to me that way but if this women thinks she's taking my son somewhere out of state without me she's absolutely lost it. Rescheduling my meeting with the new investor I call up the airlines. Book a flight for California tomorrow at 8am. How long has she been planning this? Why didn't she tell me when she bought the ticket what day she was going to go back and get their things? I know Killian can't stay here, he's never been away from his mother. But, I just got him. I don't want to be away from him either. So these will be a long few days together while we pack up all of their thing to bring back here.Has she started looking for a house here? Where are they going to live? Jacksonville is a big town. and I want them to be close to me. But I guess I don't have any right to tell her where she can and can't live. Shes
Charlie's POVGoing back to California was supposed to be simple. Pack up our things, ship it to Jacksonville, and go home. But I never anticipated that David would come with us, I really hope this doesn't turn into a cluster fuck and we can all get along.I have no idea what was going on between us, our phone conversation in the text that followed afterwards gave me more questions than answers. I was more confused than I've ever felt in my entire life.I close my eyes and pinch the top of my nose as regret weighs me down, I really did plan to tell the truth one day but I always pictured it happening on my terms not because of a funeral.I'm not ready or prepared to spend this much time with him.sitting on the porch waiting for David to pick us up I can see my hot breath fill the freezing air as I stare out onto the road, waiting for any sign of his car.Maybe he changed his mind, maybe he's not coming today, possibly luck will
David's POV"Daddy!""Hey there, big guy!""Mommy said you were going with us to California and helping pack?" He asked, wrapping himself around my legs.I picked him up in my arms, throwing him into the air."I am, is that okay with you?" I asked."Of course, I get to show you all of my favorite toys! Do you wanna see them?""I would love nothing more!" I said looking over to Charlie.I had no idea how these few days were going to go between her and I, and for the first time I was extremely nervous to be in her presence. The last time we talked on the phone didn't end well and I don't know how she's going to act towards me.This time thing will be different, I want Charlie. I want our family.I hope they can't hear just how loud my heart is beating, but by the time she stops directly in front of me, I'm sure she can."Hey David, thanks for offering to help. If you wanna put Killian in his seat I'll put our