“Raze is making the food now but said we don’t have any ice cream,” Lucian said hanging up his phone. “I will head to the store and get some once I know what kind to get everyone.”
“Whoa there Little One, who all do you have with you?” Asher asked as the spitting clone of Jasmine walked into the living room.
“Gumby Bear, Pichu, Twhywhite Spakle, Spite,” she said nervously.
“Dude, I love Pikachu and Grumpy Bear,” Asher smiled hugely. “I don’t know the other ones sorry, but I think it’s cool you have a dragon.”
“That Spite,” She smiled shyly.
“That’s Twilight Sparkle’s little dragon buddy Spike,” Jasmine smiled as she came into the room with a couple of backpacks. “I just need to get the meds from the kitchen, and I think we have everything for the night. Clothes, toothbrushes, brushes, her blanket…” She trailed off thinking. “Oh, I need to get her favorite cup also. Sweetie, why don’t you give me all your buddies and go get a couple of your movies? Daemon, Asher, and Lucian don’t have your movies at their place.”
“Otay Mommy,” she said placing her stuff animals on the couch.
“What kind of ice cream do you want?” Lucian asked. “I’m heading to the store to get some while Raze is cooking.”
“We both like chocolate chip cookie dough,” she said softly. “We really appreciate it.”
“Don’t forget that packet,” Daemon said as he got up off the couch, “You need to see what he gave you. Also, do you want to grab that bracelet that’s important to you?”
“I already grabbed it,” Jasmine smiled softly holding up her wrist to show that it was on, “but I did forget the packet.” She grabbed it and tossed it into her purse then headed to the kitchen and grabbed a couple of prescription bottles and some over the counter medicines.
“Do you really need all that stuff?” Asher asked as he followed her.
“When it comes to kids it’s better to be safe than sorry,” she said as she grabbed the Pikachu cup and filled it up with some apple juice then screwed on the lid.
“Mommy help!” Jasmine rushed into the living room and started laughing.
“Whoa, Lilly, we don’t need to bring every movie,” Jasmine chuckled seeing her daughter’s arms filled with DVDs that were threatening to overflow.
“But Mommy,” Lilly pouted as Jasmine started taking the movies from her daughter. “I need all.”
“We are only staying one night Sweetie and it’s already super late,” Jasmine forced back a smile. “Let’s just grab a couple of them, okay?”
“But Mommy, they no see all movies,” Lilly pouted, and Jasmine heard the guys chuckle.
“Okay,” she smiled, “How about you ask Daemon, Lucian, and Asher to go through the movies and see what ones they would like to watch with you, and you can bring those for tonight?”
“Otay,” Lilly smiled. “What mobie want watch wif me?”
“Let’s see what you have Little One,” Asher said as he and Lucian got on the floor with her.
Jasmine watched shocked and Daemon looked at her confused, “What is it?” he asked softly.
“I just honestly didn’t think you would watch a movie with her,” She whispered honestly. “You already shocked me with the offer to cook due to her allergies and then go get ice cream and now this…it’s just shocking that’s all.”
Daemon looked at her shocked, “Why wouldn’t we do that?”
“Because it’s a lot of extra stuff on top of having us stay with you because I have a crazy stalker and jerk of an ex. It’s just a lot to take on for one night,” She tried to explain.
“No, it’s not,” He shook his head. “You are important to me and besides we really actually are like kids ourselves so watching kid movies is no big deal. Raze and Asher love Pokémon so they are going to love watching them with your little one. Why didn’t you tell me you had a kid anyway?”
“Oh yeah, the Pokémon movie and first season box set!” Asher said excitedly, “We HAVE to bring these, okay Little One? We have to watch these!” Lilly giggled while Daemon chuckled.
“See?” Daemon asked, “Now why hide her from me?”
She scoffed, “Most men don’t like being friends or employing women that have children.”
“Hey,” He made her turn to face him, “we aren’t like most men. It’s not an issue for us one bit, okay? Now go make sure you have everything so we can get home and get you fed and in bed.”
“Okay,” She nodded softly.
“Hey,” Daemon said and when she looked at him, he pulled her into a hug, “It’ll be okay.”
“Wow,” She whispered when they pulled up to a large mansion. “You like?” Daemon asked and she nodded. “It’s beautiful, Daemon,” She whispered. “Mommy, berry lies,” Lilly gasped in awe. “I see the fairy lights,” Jasmine smiled softly as she got her daughter out of the car. “Raze likes to keep them up all year round,” Lucian smiled as he pulled the backpacks and ice cream out of the car while Asher grabbed the bags of movies and stuff animals. “Come on in,” Lucian smiled, “Home sweet home.” “Hey guys, finished just in time,” Raze said as he came out of the kitchen. “Who’s the little girl that loves chicken nuggies and French fries?” “Oh me!” Lilly beamed as she turned away from Jasmine’s chest to look at the six-foot four man with long black hair, olive skin, and bright blue shining eyes. “Dat me!” Jasmine looked up from looking at her daughter
“Promise?” She sniffled as she looked up at him with tears still streaming down her face. “Promise, promise,” He smiled sadly as he wiped them away. “I swear it.” He kissed her nose then chuckled as some tears got on his lips. “How do you know the guys anyway?” “I work for Daemon as a bartender,” She answered sniffled. “Well, I did, I don’t know about now with everything going on.” “We will discuss that later,” Raze said wiping her tears again. “Hey, sorry to bother you two,” Daemon said coming into the room. “Speaking of the devil,” Raze chuckled making her giggle. Daemon looked at them confused then shook his head, “Anyway, um, Little One ate five chicken nuggets and some fries and drank all her apple juice. Can she have that ice cream now?” “Chocolate chip cookie dough?” Raze asked and Daemon smirked. “Oh, she’s why that’s the only flavor you will
“The stalker left a sticker on her car and sent a text that showed me, Lucian, Asher, and the girls along with her ex in her yard when the ex was dropping off Little One. He claimed the girls would be his after he deals with us and the ex.” “Fuck that,” Raze growled. “Exactly,” Daemon nodded in agreement. “The ex, Mason,” he said his name like it was acid, “oh boy, that asshole.” “What did he say?” Raze asked. “I record every conversation since I left him,” She whispered as she played with his necklace. “For evidence in case he ever tries to dispute anything while I try to save up money to continue with the divorce. I filed but he’s refusing so it’s ugh.” “Can I hear it please?” Raze asked. “You’re not going to like it,” Daemon warned and Raze nodded. “Here’s the text,” She whispered as she showed him the message from the stalker. Raze tightened his grip on her and took a de
“Here’s the bathroom,” Raze said as he opened a door. “Thank you,” She smiled softly. “Come on Lilly, let’s get your teeth and hair brushed.” “No baffy Mommy, me seepy,” She yawned. “You can take one tomorrow,” Jasmine nodded, “It’s way past our beddy time.” “Look at you two,” Raze smiled as Lilly came out in her Care Bear pajamas and Jasmine in black leggings and large black skull shirt. “Mommy tory?” Lilly asked as they got on the air mattress in the media room while Asher put the Pokémon DVD on. “Just a small one, okay? Jasmine asked. “It’s really late.” Lilly nodded and Jasmine thought for a moment, “Which one?” “My fabrit,” Lilly whined, and Jasmine smiled. “Oh, that one,” She cleared her throat, “Okay, once upon a time there was a little girl with long black hair and gray eyes,”“Wike me,” Lilly smiled, and Jasmine smiled.“Exactly like you. Well, she w
“Shhh, come here Little Flower, let Mommy sleep a little longer,” Jasmine started to wake feeling her daughter start to leave her arms. She tightened her hold on her and forced herself to wake up even though she was so exhausted. “Let go Trouble,” Raze’s thick sleep filled voice filled her ears behind her. “It’s just Daemon getting Little One since she’s awake.” “I’m awake,” Jasmine yawned and let go to stretch. “No,” Raze growled tightening his hold on her stomach. “You were up and down all night, go back to sleep.” “My daughter’s awake so I’m awake,” Jasmine yawned again but tried to scoot closer to him anyway, making him chuckle. “Just lay with me while he gets her some breakfast, okay?” Raze asked and she hummed while nodding into his chest. “We will get up in just a little bit.” She breathed in his scent of cigarettes, leather, and something that reminded her of the forest. It was just something uniqu
“Don’t make me repeat myself, Jasmine,” Mason’s voice filled the air. “You know what happens when you piss me off.”“I’m sorry Mason, I was taking care of Lilly. She had a hard time sleeping last night. What did you say?” She asked softly. “Seriously?” Mason yelled, “So fucking stupid.” He sighed, “Where the fuck are you? I want my daughter and you aren’t at the fucking house that I fucking bought you with the stupid ass money you insisted on having when you tried to fucking leave me. That house is mine or did you fucking forget that? You didn’t get very far from me if you are still living in the stupid ass building you call a house. It’s a fucking shed. Quit your fucking shit Jasmine and get your shit together. You are still my fucking wife and I want my goddamn daughter. Now where the fuck are you?” “You said you were done with me Mason,” she said blinking back tears. “You said you didn’t want Lilly and you didn’t want the marriage when I found you ch
“Everything okay?” Jasmine asked as they came back into the living room and smiled seeing her on the floor with Lilly coloring in some books, they had brought with them. “Yeah,” Raziel smiled even though she could tell it was forced. Something was going on more than just Mason, she could tell. “We were just talking about heading to my family’s cabin for a few days,” Asher said shrugging. “Might be nice to get out in the country and away from everything for a few days. How does that sound to you? Away from the city and all the noise?” “That sounds really nice,” She beamed then frowned, “I would need to go to my house first and get a few things.” “Like what?” Raze asked, “I thought you grabbed stuff for a few days.” “I only grabbed stuff for one night,” She admitted. She shook her head, “I didn’t think we would stay more than a night.” “Just order it online and have it sent to this address, T
She sighed and rolled her eyes, “I don’t want to be spoiled, Raziel. I don’t want to be put on a pedestal and be waited on hand and foot. I’m not that naïve little girl comparing my life to Cinderella waiting on Prince Charming to come rescue me anymore. I can’t depend on a man anymore. I have to provide for my daughter and show her that while it’s okay to believe in fairy tales as a little girl, she is a smart, strong independent girl that can create her own happiness. That means not allowing a man, not even my childhood best friend, to provide for us, especially when I have the things we need at our house. It’s pointless to buy things I already have, and I just need to go over there and get them.” “It’s not safe, Baby,” Daemon said in her ear as he rubbed his thumbs up and down on her waist. “Why do you keep saying that?” She asked getting frustrated. “Because of what Mason said?” “Not only that but your stalker sent something,” Razi