Episode 342
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I cant actually believe I am here, Sarah boasted holding
her hands together as she saw Blake walk over toward the door to take a look
out at the people before smiling widely. What does it look like out
there?
It looks like a lot of people, Blake replied seeing Sarah smile
and stand up from the seat to walk across the room and over toward the window.
I cant believe you are actually getting married.
Me either, Sarah smiled widely rubbing at her shoulders gently
before inhaling deeply thinking about her future and what she was going to
do with it. Now that I know I am going to have Kyle forever, I dont
know where to start my life off with him.
All you have to do is worry about that baby, Blake pointed out
seeing Sarah smile and look down toward her stomach placing her hand over
her abdomen softly. Which is Kyles baby, right
I thought, Sarah began looking up to see the worried looking behind
Blakes eyes as she tried to come up with an answer before choking on
her words. Turning away from her friend she realized that she didnt
even know yet who the father of the baby was. Not wanting Blake to rail into
her any further Sarah threw her hands up in the air and turned toward Blake
nodding slowly. Of course the baby belongs to Kyle. You should know
that already.
I just had to double check, Blake came over and wrapped her arms
around Sarahs shoulders and pulled her best friend in for a big hug.
Feeling Sarah pat her on the back gently Blake pulled back slowly looking
into her friends dark eyes. Hopefully one day me and Seth can
have something like you guys have.
And whats that? Sarah questioned walking over toward the
window to take a look outside to try and clear her head. Feeling a bit guilty
she wished she would have been actually more like Blake. Getting married?
Well, partially that, Blake nodded not quite knowing what else
to say as she moved forward and sat down in one of the chairs pulling her
dress in closer to her body. Just the fact that you two are going to
get to be one big happy family. Thats something I want for me and Seth.
I want us to have a child that we can share together and live happily ever
after. Kind of like how you and Kyle are about to.
I wouldnt call it happily ever after, Sarah placed her hand
over her stomach knowing that she never truly knew who the baby belonged to
and she wished she knew. Deep down she wished more than anything that the
baby belonged to Kyle, but she knew there was another possible chance that
it belonged to the other options. But you will have a baby one day Blake.
You and Seth make an amazing couple and two are absolutely meant to be. You
two are perfect together.
Well today is not about me, Blake took in a deep breath thinking
about her and Seth together and she thought about all the possibilities of
other men in her life and she couldnt imagine being with anyone other
than Seth now. I do love Seth and Im never going to screw up what
we have together because I love him with everything that I am. I would never
do anything that would screw up what we have. I never want to lose him and
I will never risk what we have together.
And thats the best thing about you Blake, Sarah muttered
turning around and throwing her hands up in the air as she thought about how
her friend took a hold of something she wanted and never let go of it. She
wished she could have been that strong when it came to her life. You
knew what you had and you didnt let anything else get to you. You just
saw it and held onto it like you would never let go.
Well, I guess thats how you can put it, Blake agreed taking
in a small breath and standing up from where she was standing before walking
over toward the door. I just think that if a woman loves a man so much,
they should never give up. They should make sure with everything that they
are that they never lose the man they love never leaves them. Thats
what I plan on doing. I plan on having Seth in my life for a very long time.
As do I with Kyle, Sarah proudly replied stepping in front of
the mirror and taking a look at herself, pushing her hand in over stomach
slowly turning and taking a look at herself in the mirror. Well
get married today and then go and share our life together forever with this
little child. Our baby.
Keep telling yourself that, Blake half whispered opening the door
for a moment to take a look around the room before turning back toward Sarah.
It looks pretty full out there you know. You have a lot of people here.
You arent nervous or anything are you?
No, of course not, Sarah blurted out moving forward interested
in the people that showed up as she took in a deep breath. Move over
a second, I want to see.
Wait a second, Blake put her index finger up in the air motioning
Sarah to wait for a moment as she looked around hearing Sarah let out an angered
breath. I just want to make sure there is no Kyle around here.
Well, let me just see, Sarah muttered as Blake held her hands
up in the air and backed away slowly letting Sarah take the look she wanted.
I dont care about that whole seeing the groom thing.
Fine, but if you see him and you get bad luck, Blake took in a
deep breath walking away from Sarah and over toward the mirror to look at
herself. Dont blame me because I tried to warn you.
Dont worry about it, Sarah whispered looking back at Blake
for a moment seeing her fixing up her hair a bit before Sarah looked back
out the door to look at all the people. Where are you?
Looking over the people Sarah finally stopped toward the back and saw the
person she had been looking for. Seeing his dark eyes meet hers she saw Cameron
half smile at her as she went back into the room.
Yes, Sarah whispered to herself low enough for Blake not to hear
her as she closed the door and rested her head back against it. Seeing Cameron
here with Valerie she let out a small breath knowing that everything was going
to be okay. Hes getting rid of Heather.
What was that? Blake asked half paying attention giving Sarah
a small look before seeing her look over toward her with her brown eyes. Im
sorry, I must have not been paying attention.
Dont worry about it, Sarah walked over toward the mirror
sharing it with Blake before taking in a deep breath and smiling widely. This
is amazing, we look so great Blake. I cant wait until I am standing
up at your wedding for you.
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I cant believe you made me come here, Diego frowned looking
over to Gabriella as they walked into the church and he fixed his tie carefully
realizing that right now--this was the last place he wanted to be. I
dont understand why I have to be here. You came to my house, you hardly
even know these people and
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You complain too much, Gabriella pointed out trying to get him
to quiet down as he frowned and turned away from her and took in a deep breath.
Reaching out to pat her brother on the back she led him toward the corner
of the room. You need to shut it and go through with all of this.
I dont want to be here, Diego once again added seeing her
frown up at him as he threw his hands up in the air. Seeing her fold her arms
in front of her chest he shook his head not understanding why she was trying
to baby him. I dont want to be here and I really dont need
to be here.
Well, Im here and I drove, she pointed out motioning him
to follow her only to see him stand still, not wanting to take a further step
closer into the room he knew that Kyle and Sarah would soon be getting married
in. Which means, you have no way home.
I dont care, Diego rolled his eyes trying to prove a point
to his sister, but there would be no use because she wasnt in his position
so she wouldnt know. If she would have felt the same way about someone
then she would have understood. I dont understand why you are
making me do this.
Do you want to screw up this Kyle guy? You want to ruin everything he
planned in his future? Gabrielle questioned her dark eyes staring up
into his as he looked away from her and shook his head slowly. From
what you told me he loves her and wants to be with her. How are you going
to let one mistake take you into ruining this guys dream?
What if I said it was my dream too? Diego muttered seeing the
frustrations build up behind her eyes as she turned to look away from him.
Would it be so bad that if I said this was my dream too, thats
why I dont want to be here? Honestly, I dont want to see this
Gabriella. What if I overreact and do something that will hurt the wedding.
You wont because I wont let you do that, she added
seeing him close his eyes for a moment and rest his head back against the
wall and she shook her head slowly. Maybe if you go in there you might
come back as the old Diego when you walk out. You might be my brother and
not someone that you arent.
Listening to her rambling on Diego couldnt help but realize that maybe she was right about all of this. Before Diego had found what he believed to be love in Sarah, he was a different person. Someone who would focus on others feelings and wants--not his own feelings. It might be for the best considering everyone wanted him their own special way. It was hard to take on all the pressures of the world always tied up into Sarah and maybe if he let her go, he could move on.
If you go in there and see her get married to someone else, she
began in a small whisper looking around seeing all the other people talking
to each other as she reached up to caress his shoulder gently. If you
go and see this--you can probably pull your head out of your ass so to speak.
Youre right, Diego agreed with her in a small whisper seeing
her look up at him almost confused by his admission before moving forward
and fixing his suit jacket. If I go in there and try to go through with
this, I can move on. I hope I can move on because Im tired of living
this kind of life. Im tired of always be stuck in the wrong when I was
just following my heart. Well now, my heart is telling me that I have to be
the person I used to be. I have to change and today is the day to start because
I cant put up with myself anymore.
Alright, Gabriella reaching out to wrap her arm around his as
they walked over toward the doors. She didnt expect him to agree so
quickly, but maybe he was seeing himself for what he was truly supposed to
do. Reaching over she gave his arm a small squeeze with her other hand, seeing
his eyes look down at her. Everything will be okay.
I hope so, Diego inhaled deeply walking into the room only to
run straight into someone feeling them place their hands on his shoulders
as he slightly jumped back. Kellen, what in the world was that for?
Did I scare you? Kellen laughed seeing the way that Diego placed
his hand over his chest before shaking his head slowly and moving in closer
to his sister again. Im sorry I noticed that you werent
really paying attention and I couldnt help myself.
Thats funny, Diego half laughed fixing his jacket once more
before taking a look around the room letting out a deep sigh seeing the people
before him. So, we should probably find a seat and I
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Dont worry about it, Kellen hushed grabbing a hold of Diegos
arm seeing the way Diegos dark eyes stared out into his. Tugging him
toward the front Kellen looked back over his shoulder at Diego and his companion.
I definitely want you in the front because I know Sarah will love seeing
you.
Thanks a bunch Kellen, Diego felt Kellen nearly push him into
his seat before he let out a hesitant laugh. Looking over to Gabriella he
offered up a small smile. Kellen, this is my sister Gabriella.
Its a pleasure to meet you, Kellen smiled reaching his hand
out to hers as she accepted it and he pressed a small kiss in over the back
of her hand. Im Kellen Meloni--its great to meet you.
So, Diego took in a sharp breath seeing Kellen pull his hand away
from hers gently before looking down at Diego. Thanks a bunch Kellen,
this is a great spot.
Oh sure, no problem, Kellen eyed Diego over slowly before taking
in a deep breath and thinking about Kyle. Not even Kyle, more Heather the
fact that Diego played with his best friends heart like he did and he didnt
like it at all. Rolling his eyes he went to walk away taking one last glance.
Jerk.
Did he just saying something? Diego questioned turning around
in his seat to see if he could see what Kellen was doing only to see him walking
up the isle to greet someone else. Looking over at Gabriella he went to say
something else before shaking his head slowly. I must be going crazy.
Maybe, she looked back toward Kellen again seeing the way Diego
did the same before turning back to look at her. He was very polite.
Its nice to see that around here and he was kind of cute. A guy like
that wouldnt be nice back where we live.
Well, I dont think you want a guy like that, Diego stated
with a small nod before shaking his head slowly. Letting out a small laugh
he thought about Kellen and Kipps relationship before looking over at
his sister. Unless you like the people that have it out for another
man. He is already taken and what him and his boyfriend have are pretty strong.
Oh, thats why he was so hot, she chuckled seeing Diego frown
before shrugging his shoulders and looking away from her for a minute. Looking
him over she could see the obvious nervousness behind his body as she shook
her head slowly. Diego--you need to calm down or you will never be able
to pull this off.
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Oh wow, Deana walked into the church feeling Dons arm wrap
tighter around hers before leading her over toward some of the seats. Pausing
she took a moment to look around the area before taking in a deep breath,
seeing Dons blue eyes staring down at her. This looks really cool.
Yeah, it looks amazing, Don agreed staring out at all the candles
that were set up and the way it brightened up the room. Nodding over toward
an empty corner Don let out a nervous breath and led her away from the ground
of people. I dont like being in the middle of crowds.
You dont? You could have fooled me all these years, she
chuckled seeing him shrug his shoulders before looking up toward the ceiling
to look at the painting thats were up there. Reaching out to gently
hit him in the shoulder playfully she saw his gaze meet hers. I know
you love to be in the center of a big group, so why are you getting worried
now?
I dont know, Don shook off the feeling he was having looking
around the room carefully. Placing his hand over his stomach he looked into
her brown eyes and took in a deep breath. Something just doesnt
feel right today. I feel like something big is going to happen.
Did you ever think that maybe you were thinking about Shannon?
she questioned standing in next to him to look out at the people and giving
him a small nudge to the ribs. Seeing him shrug his shoulders she reached
out to give his hand a small squeeze. Do you remember what your wedding
was like to her?
I honestly have no idea, I was drunk. Sometimes I will remember a little
blurb of everything that happened, but currently I still have no idea what
it was like, Don admitted truthfully before leaning back against the
wall and closing his eyes. Just at the thought of Shannon Don couldnt
help but feel a little bad considering he promised her everything and ended
up with nothing in response. Enough about me, what about you? What do
you want your wedding to be like?
I dont know, she shrugged her shoulders seeing his blue
eyes open back up and stare out at her. Thinking about it for a bit she still
couldnt think of something. I dont know Don, its something
that Im kind of unclear about. I dont think Ive found the
perfect guy yet, so that makes it a little hard.
You havent found the perfect guy yet? Don eyed her over
carefully before biting down on his bottom lip and inhaling deeply. Reaching
out to nudge her gently she shrugged her shoulders and looked away from him
for a moment. I bet you thought Grady was the perfect guy until recently.
Well to tell you the truth, the first time I met him--I thought he was
a complete jerk. I actually thought Kyle was really cute, Deana looked
over to Don seeing him roll his eyes before shaking his head slowly. Honestly,
there is nothing wrong with having a crush on a cute and polite guy.
Polite? Kyle Houston, polite? Don chuckled to himself thinking
about all the times they had faced off in the past and Don placed his hand
in over his chest. He has a very polite fist if you know what I mean.
Don, Deana half chuckled seeing his blue eyes stare down at hers
as she couldnt help but burst out laughing. Seeing him frown she turned
away from him knowing that he must have meant something else, but the way
he said it made it sound so dirty. You have no idea how bad that sounded.
Wait, what? Don thought about it for a moment before his lip wrinkled
in disgust and he shook his head over and over again holding his hands up
in the air. No. No, no. I would never ever--no. You are so gross kid,
honestly. What I meant is he hits you really hard and of course I come right
back and
dont you dare take that wrong. I swear.
Hey, Deana held her hands up in the air holding in the feeling
of laughing as she took in a sharp breath. Seeing him frowning before her
she bit down on her bottom lip and closed her eyes trying to avoid laughing.
Okay, Im done.
Yeah, right, Don let out a small laugh of his own before seeing
her look up at him and nod slowly before letting out a small chuckle. So,
you were telling me the story about Grady before you turned completely disgusting.
Oh right. I was just saying I thought he was a jerk and then I got to
know him--well I thought I got to know him better. I really thought he was
different than the rest, she took in a sharp breath looking down toward
the ground before shaking her head slowly. I guess I was wrong.
You werent the one at fault kiddo, Don hushed her reaching
out to wrap his arms around her tightly, pressing a small kiss against her
forehead. His eyes looked up for a moment as he caught the angry glance of
a pair of green eyes staring out at him as he held Deana. Speaking of
Grady.
What? Deana moved away slowly taking a look over at Grady seeing
the angered glance behind his eyes as he shook his head slowly and clenched
his fists at his sides. Oh, that figures.
He doesnt look too happy, Don pointed out seeing the anger
build up behind Gradys expressions before he looked down to Deana seeing
her almost looking upset. You should go talk to him.
No, she shook her head reaching out to grab his hand leading him
over toward the seats. Feeling his hand give hers a small squeeze she shrugged
her shoulders not knowing what to say. I just want to go to our seats.
Then well go to our seats, Don once again hushed her nodding
toward the place they had planned on sitting. Seeing her look back at him
hesitantly he took in a sharp breath. Dont worry about it, I understand.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So what happened with you and Kevin? Brant questioned looking
over at Angela as he drove seeing her look out the window before he reached
out to turn the radio off. Did he do something to you? If he did, I
swear to god
,
He didnt do anything wrong, Brant its okay, Angela
replied looking over at him with her dark eyes as she let out a small sigh.
We just talked a little bit and then he got a little worked up over
some of the things. Im sorry he threw you out like that.
It just scared me, Brant reached out and placed his hand in over
her knee before giving it a small rub. Looking back toward the road he shrugged
his shoulders and watched her look back away from him. I honestly thought
with the way he was acting he could have hurt you.
I think the only person he hurt was himself, Angela added into
the conversation when she thought to how he was talking about their daughter
that had passed away. There were so many times that she thought about what
it would be like to have her, but yet she didn't know that Kevin thought about
it way more than she ever did. I guess I kind of feel bad for him thats
all.
I would have felt bad for him too if he did something more with you,
he pointed out with a small nod seeing her frown over at him as he shrugged
his shoulders reaching out to turn the radio back on. Im just
saying honey, I didnt trust him alone with you while he was drunk. It
just didnt seem right to let him in there when he seemed so upset.
Hell be alright. Are we almost there? she questioned seeing
Brant look over at her before nodding slowly. Taking in a small breath she
looked back out the window and thought back to the past when her and Kevin
were still together.
Oh, what about moving this here? Kevins voice echoed
through her ears as she remembered the day they were setting up the nursery
for the baby. I want to be able to see her when she is sleeping, but
I dont want this to be in the way of the closet.
Kevin, Im sure we can always move the chair, she pointed
out seeing him frown and set the chair down before shrugging his shoulders.
Honestly Kev, we have people that are going to help us out with all
of this. You know Cameron knows about this, so why dont you trust him
while we set all of this up at your house.
Angie, I know Im young, but I still know I want to make some decisions
on my own here. Anyway, we need to look like we know what were doing
when we tell your father, Kevin smirked running his fingers through
his short hair as he took in a deep breath. Motioning her to follow him he
walked back into the bedroom and he sat down on the edge of the bed reaching
his hands out to hers as she came and sat next to him. You know, have
you thought about the future yet?
Of course, she nodded feeling him squeeze her hand in his as she
reached out to touch his soft cheek feeling him leaning into her touch. I
think about it all the time, every chance I have in fact.
So have you thought about this whole school thing and you wanting to
be a doctor? Kevin questioned reaching out to push a piece of hair behind
her ear as Angelas dark eyes met his and he simply shrugged his shoulders.
I can stay home with her and Im sure your dad would give me some
time off you know once we tell him about everything. While you go to school,
I dont mind staying home.
Lets just not worry about it right now, she placed her fingers
in over his lips seeing him smirk before grabbing her hand in his. We
have some more important things to think about right now. You know, things
like the name of the baby.
Oh man, thats the hardest part, he pointed out seeing Angela
shrug her shoulders before he took in a deep breath and turned more on the
bed to look out at her. Well, I dont know. Im not very good
with these whole names thing. I want her to have a good name, not one that
she is going to hate me for her whole life because we gave her the name. I
want it to be out of the ordinary you know. Nothing like Ashley or Nicole.
Something that could have a couple of nicknames when it gets down to it.
So, what do you have in mind? Angela watched him shrug his shoulders
and look down at the bed as she frowned and moved in closer to him. Curling
her fingers in over the back of his neck she saw his brown eyes meet hers
as she moved forward to press a small kiss up against his lips. You
have to have something picked out in that sexy head of yours.
I want you to be able to choose too, Kevin stated with a small
smile as he moved his hand in over her stomach caressing it gently. Feeling
a small movement against his hand Kevin smiled widely, looking up into Angelas
dark glance. I think Im getting used to this whole thing Angie,
I know you are probably going to want to kill me when you are going to be
in labor, but I cant wait to be a father. I dont care if people
think Im too young and I dont know if you feel the same way, but
Im just really excited.
Me too honey because I know I am going to spend the rest of my life
with the father of my child, Angela smiled moving in for another kiss
as Kevin moved forward and wrapped his arm around her waist tightly. We
just really have to work on that name.
I know, Kevin whispered against her lips before feeling her tugging
at the bottom of his shirt and he lifted his arms up and let her pull if off
of him. Feeling her fingers moving in over his abdomen he let out a small
hiss feeling her touching his bruised rib. That still kind of hurts.
I honestly dont know why you are still boxing for my father,
she frowned moving forward to kiss him again as Kevins hand grabbed
a hold of hers. Once we have this baby, you are never doing that again.
I know honey, I promise I will be done with it. Your dad is just counting
on me when Im the champ and
, Kevin went to say more only
to feel her press her index finger over his lips to silence him. Feeling her
arms move in around his neck Kevin let out a small breath and frowned. Im
sorry, I promise. Once this baby is born, I promise I will never box again.
Good, she smiled moving in to steal another kiss from his lips
before moving her hands in over his chest and caressing his skin gently. Looking
down between them she bit down on her bottom lip as he reached out to caress
her cheek gently. If you think about even continuing Ill have
to punish you for it.
Punish me? Well then I guess its the right time to tell you that
Im thinking Im really going to miss it, Kevin added his
eyebrows arching up waiting for her response as she moved her fingers in over
the strings in his pajama pants and pulled out the knots. Feeling her move
in to kiss him again making him lean back against the bed he couldnt
help but tease, moving his arm in around her bottom. What do you think
about Agnes? I think it sounds like an interesting name that no one else would
use often.
Agnes? Okay Kevin, no way, she poked him in the center of the
chest hearing him let out a small laugh before she moved her hand in over
the elastic of his navy blue pajama pants. Maybe would should name her
after your mother or something. Maybe her middle name--we could always do
something like that.
I love my mother Angie, Kevin began taking in a deep breath and
thinking it over before shaking his head slowly. Seeing Angela stand up from
the bed he rested his weight up on his elbows as he shook his head slowly.
But rest her soul, I dont think any teenager would want a name
like that. It might have some nice nicknames, but
,
Well I like it, she silenced him seeing him nod slowly before
taking in a deep breath. Gently tugging the material down his body she grabbed
a hold of it and threw it to the side seeing his dark eyes staring out into
hers. Its something to think about.
If it will make you feel better, Ill think about it, Kevin
smirked reaching out to grab her hand and pull her down to the bed gently.
Getting in over her he pushed back her long, dark hair moving in for another
kiss as he felt her arch up into him. Right now, I just want to think
about you.
What are you thinking about? Brant questioned catching Angela
out of the daze as he reached out with his right hand to grasp hers gently.
You look upset about something. What is it?
No, I was just thinking about Kevin thats all, Angela informed
him with a deep sigh seeing the way his dark eyes glanced over at her as she
shrugged her shoulders. I was just thinking about him and when he gets
upset. You never know what he is going to do.
Want to tell me about it? Brant offered up seeing her shrug her
shoulders before taking in a deep breath. If not, Im okay with
that. Just let me know if there is anything you want to talk about because
I will be right here.
I know and I appreciate that, Angela squeezed Brants hand
in hers a little harder as she took in a deep breath and looked down to her
stomach. She wanted to so much to have this family with Brant now that it
hurt her to even think that this could happen to her newfound family. Just
seeing Kevin made her feel bad about everything thing that had happened between
them and their baby. She was about to have the family she always wanted while
Kevin was alone and hurting.
Kevin? Angela yawned turning over in the bed reaching out
to where she thought she would find Kevin only to feel the cool sheets next
to her as she slowly moved up and looked around the room. Stepping out of
the bed Angela looked down the hallway wondering where he went as she took
in a deep breath. Kevin?
Looking down the hallway she saw that the door to the nursery was open and
a small light was flickered on as she moved over toward the room and looked
inside.
Kevin, she whispered his name seeing him motionless before her
and he wouldnt even look her in the eyes. Watching him closely she saw
that he was holding the teddy bear he first bought for his daughter when he
found out she had gotten pregnant. His chin was resting against its
head as his chocolate eyes stared out blankly. Kevin honey, its
late.
Im not tired, Kevin replied still not even looking up at
her as he stared out at the crib they had set up not long ago before she lost
the baby. Just go to bed Angie, you need your rest.
And so do you Kevin, she moved in closer to him and getting down
on her knees. Reaching out to touch his bare arm she looked at the bandage
that was over his chest and frowned. Kevin, youre bleeding again.
The doctors said you needed rest and
,
I got a bullet in my chest Angela, I dont have the flu,
Kevin snapped seeing her look away from him as he frowned and held on more
tightly to the bear. Listen, Im sorry its just...
Just what? she questioned sitting in closer to him as he shook
his head and closed his eyes leaning his chin more in against the teddy bear.
Reaching out she touched his rough cheek and she saw the way he still didnt
move. Kevin, we need to talk about this. You cant stay locked
up and away from me all the time.
Im sorry, I just
, Kevin went to say something more
before feeling a lump catch in his throat and he shook his head slowly feeling
his eyes burn over. Im so sorry Angie, I didnt mean for
this to happen. I failed you and I never meant to. Our daughter is gone now
because of my dumb mistake and Im sorry. I should have stayed home,
but now because of me she is gone and there is nothing I can do about it.
I want her back so bad Angie, I want her back.
This wasnt your fault Kevin, it just happened, she whispered
seeing him look over at her with tears behind his eyes as he shook his head
slowly. Craven tricked you and tried to kill you--you should be thankful
the bullet didnt hit your heart and that you are okay.
Why should I be thankful? I would rather be dead than not have my daughter
here with me? Kevin muttered shaking his head over and over again before
taking in a sharp breath. I cant believe shes gone Angie--there
were so many things
,
Come here, Angela reached out to Kevin wrapping her arms around
him tightly as he rested his head against her shoulder. She felt his body
shaking in her arms and heard his sobs as she bit back her own tears. It
wasnt your fault Kevin, it wasnt your fault.
Shaking her head slowly Angela tried to believe that somehow that memory didnt
affect her anymore but it did. The thoughts of what her daughter would have
ended up like always haunted her and she wished she could go back in time
and try to change the way things ended up, but she knew she couldnt.
Hey you, Brant pulled into a parking spot pulling out his keys
before turning in his seat to look at her. Reaching out to grab her hands
in his he offered up a small nod. I just want to let you know that we
might run into my ex and if that does happen, I just want you to take it easy.
Are you going to be okay with everything?
Of course I am, Angela took in a sharp breath moving forward to
place a quick kiss over his lips. Moving her hands up in the air she shrugged
her shoulders. Im ready for this you have nothing to worry about.
Good, Brant half smiled looking over at Angela before thinking
back to Avery and shaking his head slowly. There were so many ways he wanted
to warn her about Avery, but somehow he couldnt. It was a good thing
she was ready because he knew he sure as hell wasnt. Im
glad youre ready.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So how are you feeling? Avery couldnt help but ask looking
over to Kevin once they were seated inside the church. She looked around at
all the decorations and thought back to her own wedding to Russ remembering
how beautiful and magical it seemed. This time of year was always something
that had her thinking about romance and the joys she felt in becoming his
wife--only the wedding hadnt been legal. However, that wasnt the
issue at hand today, she reminded herself thinking about the pain Kevin had
been in when hed arrived at her home. No doubt he was stewing over his
break up with Ria and being in such an environment couldnt be helping
the way he felt.
Im okay, he admitted in a low, smooth tone while Erin was
seated on his lap, I guess being here is helping.
Is it really? Avery questioned her warm brown eyes turning to
face him fully all the while knowing that he had to be thinking about Ria.
Okay, so maybe its not as good as being here with Ria, but I adore
Erin, Kevin turned his attention to the little girl in his lap, Shes
beautiful you know.
I know, Avery couldnt help but smile down at Erin, She
takes after her father in so many ways.
Oh I dont know. I see a lot of you in her, Kevin confessed
with a thoughtful expression, Shes got your nose and your smile
and
You really think so? Avery leaned in closer to him turning her
attention to her daughter, I just see so much of Russ in her.
Yeah I can see it too, but shes beautiful just like you are,
he tipped his head to the side realizing that her hand was on his shoulder
as she watched her daughter. She was reaching out for Erin, using Kevin to
stabilize her in her lean. Kevin felt a moment of heat rush over him before
he corrected himself, I mean youre both beautiful.
Well thank you, Avery glanced up at him with a warm, welcoming
expression, We both think youre pretty beautiful yourself.
Thanks, Kevin offered up a goofy grin before his thoughts returned
to Ria, though I have to tell you I wish Ria thought half as highly
of me today as Erin does. I just dont know how Im going to get
through to her.
Youll be able to do it, Avery patted his shoulder gently,
Im sure of it. All you have to do is just talk to her. Explain
what really happened and Im sure shell come around.
Would you? Kevin questioned curiously seeing surprise behind her
eyes. Would you come around if it was Russ?
You mean if I saw Russ kissing another woman? she replied giving
him a look.
Yeah, I mean how would you feel, Kevin tossed out at her casually
realizing that maybe it wasnt such a great idea considering what he
knew about Russ and Angela.
Honestly, Avery sucked in a small breath tearing her eyes away
from him, I would be upset for a while, but sooner or later I would
talk to Russ and see what was really going on.
But youd never get over it, would you? he searched her features
for a reaction, Even if he told you it was innocent it would still eat
away at you. Even if the circumstances were beyond his control
You say that like youre preparing me for something, she
couldnt help but give him a strange look, Kevin, is there something
you want me to know?
No, but Im just saying, he shrugged his shoulders, Ria
just saw what she perceived to be the worst and it really wasnt like
that.
Well, Avery paused contemplating her words for a long moment,
Russ and I had a situation a long time ago where I thought the worst
and I acted a lot like Ria. I ran off and did some really stupid things. I
made some bad choices and it wound up causing Russ and I to lose some time
with one another.
How so? Kevin couldnt help but ask her.
Lets just say it was something where I dont know how I would
have felt had I not wound up pregnant with Erin, Avery admitted shifting
on her seat. I mean looking back it wasnt at all what I thought
it was once I learned the truth about my mother, but at the time I was so
hurt. I hated what I thought happened and I probably would have left Russ
and not looked back if I wasnt pregnant.
So youre saying that when you found out you were pregnant it changed
what you were feeling? Kevin noted seeing something pass over her face.
Yeah it changed everything for me, she nodded in confession reaching
out to touch Erins tiny fingers, but she saved us in so many ways.
My mother did so many things to try to make me leave Russ. She put so many
obstacles in front of us and they almost worked, but somehow we were able
to get beyond the lies she put in front of us at the time. If I had let go
of Russ back then it wouldve been the biggest mistake of my life because
hes the only man I have ever truly loved in my life. Yes, I mean I was
married to Brant, but what I had with him was nothing like I have with Russ.
Hes everything to me and I cant imagine my life without him. I
love him.
And he loves you, Kevin added thinking about how Russ and Avery
were obviously able to overcome the odds that were thrown at him. Sitting
up straighter in his chair he wondered if he and Ria would be able to have
the same kind of fate ahead of them. He could only hope it would turn out
with a happy ending for him and Ria now that Chris had done his best to take
their future away from them.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So you ready for this, Russ questioned walking up to stand beside
his brother near the front of the church. This is a pretty big day isnt
it?
Bigger than you know, Grady admitted with a nervous grin looking
around the church knowing full well he couldnt ignore the fact that
hed just seen Deana arrive with Don.
Hey, you know its going to be okay, Russ patted his brother
on the back, You know Im sure you can go over there and talk to
her if you feel like it might help.
I dont think its going to help especially not now,
Grady sighed heavily, I mean after everything, I just dont think
shes going to listen to what I have to say.
That seems to be going around a lot today, Russ noted thinking
about the situation Kevin had found himself in. But you know maybe you
might find that things wont turn out how you expect.
Believe me I can think of a few thousand scenarios that would take place
after I walk over there, Grady noted with an air of skepticism carrying
over him.
Yes and knowing you they are all the worst case that wont happen
anyways, Russ tried to encourage his brother once again, Go and
talk with her. The worst that could happen is that she tells you to get lost
and even then I highly doubt thats going to happen. In fact from where
I stand it looks like she wants to talk to you.
I highly doubt that, Grady eyed Deana once again seeing her look
away upon their making eye contact with one another, I think I blew
it big time with her Russ.
Why? Russ couldnt help but ask, What could you have
possibly done that was so awful that you two would break up like you have?
Its a very long story and one I really dont want to get
into today, Grady tried to deflect his brothers question without
adding any further deceptions into the situation than he already had. Lets
just say she has pretty good reason to be mad at me right now.
So why not give her an even bigger reason to want to make up with you
again, Russ nudged his brother in the ribs, Come on. You know
you want to.
So what if I do, Grady shrugged once more, Right now I have
a job to do and in being the best man I cant walk away from that responsibility.
Im sure Kyle would forgive you for taking a few minutes to pull
your personal life back together, Russ added glancing around the church,
Speaking of Kyle, where did he drift off to?
Honestly you dont want to know, Grady muttered under his
breath thinking about the show that was about to take place in front of Kyle
and Sarahs friends and family so to speak.
What? Russ replied looking over to his brother once again.
Nothing, Grady shrugged his shoulders, lets just say
that today is going to be one day that no one will ever forget--especially
not Sarah. That much Im sure of!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So I gave Ria the tape and Im assuming things worked out just
like I was hoping for, Michelle purred, a smile licking over her lips
as she looked across the table at Chris.
Oh yeah, he muttered with a heavy air of sarcasm, it worked
out great considering that Kevin came over to my place to beat my face in
because of it.
Oh Kevin will get worked up, Michelle waved her hand at him dismissively,
He always does when things dont work out his way, but sooner or
later hell see that he was making a mistake in thinking that he could
just move on with a little twit like Ria. She has no idea just what kind of
man he really is and she doesnt know the first thing about treating
him right.
This coming from a woman that gave him more grief than any man shouldve
deserved, Chris noted taking a sip of his beer. He set it back down
on the table top to look at her with a weary expression.
You had better watch your words wisely or else you might find yourself
on the receiving end of my wrath Chris, she leaned in across the table
tapping her nails on the table top, and believe me thats something
that I am certain you will wish you hadnt had happen to you. It could
get ugly, very ugly, but then again Im sure you know where I could go
considering youre well aware of my, how should I put this, tortured
relationship with Kevin.
Hey, he was dumb enough to marry you, Chris shuddered at the thought,
but I on the other hand have other goals in mind.
Like destroying Brant Ashford, she nodded feeling a small laugh
build up in the back of her throat. She sipped her drink again and sighed,
Its amazing to see what a pain someone like that can be considering
that he seems so irrelevant. His brother on the other hand was an incredible
push over and I came so close to having him where I wanted him.
Where would that be exactly? In the ground in a coffin or in the poor
house when you cleaned out his bank account? Chris questioned feeling
his old sarcastic nature still bursting from the surface.
Michelle shrugged, Either option wouldve worked for me because
I wouldve ended up with millions upon millions of dollars, but now,
well now Im going to have to find a new way to get what I deserve.
Youd better watch how you put that. If the wrong person hears
you talking like that they are going to have an entirely different notion
about what you deserve from what it is that you think you deserve, Chris
added with a tiny chuckle, Although it would be interesting to see what
someone else has in mind for you considering that
That youre in this one with me, she cut him off abruptly,
her dark eyes narrowing at him with malicious intent, You helped to
put the wheels in motion here and if we get things turning in our favor, then
we will both get what we want. Ill be able to pay Brant back for ruining
my life and you
Will find a way to keep Angel from ruining her life with a loser like
Brant, Chris noted leaning back in his chair and stretching his legs
out. Of course naturally Angel wont be happy at first, but when
she realizes how I rescued her and saved her from a lifetime of misery
What is it with you men? Michelle wrinkled her nose at him, What
is it exactly that makes Angela Stone such a hot topic for you? her
frown intensified bringing out the small lines in her face that shed
fought against time to contain. I mean with the way you all chase her
around, youd think that she would be something special, but there isnt
anything I have seen about her that leads me to believe there is any truth
in that idea where she is concerned.
You wouldnt understand, Chris explained with a matter of
fact tone.
Why? she questioned.
Because, well its hard to explain, Chris struggled to find
the words.
And just why is that? she arched a curious brow.
Well its because youre
well youre, Chris
stammered again waving his hand around in the air in front of her motioning
in her general direction.
Bored? she offered up trying to help him with an answer, Not
a member of her fan club?
Because youre a woman, Chris finally blurted out, Its
not easy to explain these things to a woman simply because women dont
understand.
Ah, so its all about sex, Michelle noted with a small chuckle.
She shook her head causing her long, blonde hair to frame her face again with
the movement, Yeah thats usually what it comes down to with men
these days. Its unfortunate, but you just dont have the ability
to think with both the heads that God gave you.
Ill have you know that I can think quite clearly with both heads
at the same time, Chris corrected with a huff before catching her look
of disbelief. He shifted in his chair uneasily, Its just when
Angel is around I happen to find one is dictating the other around a bit more
passionately than at most times.
Yeah, thats what I thought, she groaned inwardly before
finishing off her drink, though I have to be honest when I tell you
that I really dont believe that shes that great. I mean if she
was so wonderful, then her husband wouldnt have been so bored with her
and Kevin, well hey hes a sucker for a lost cause.
That explains a lot, he quipped under his breath watching her
glare at him, I mean with everything hes got going on now. Not
with you--never with you
no not at all.
Whatever, she rolled her eyes before waving her hand at him dismissively,
quite honestly right now I dont even want to talk about Angela
unless of course its about our next step in our plan to annihilate Brant
and ruin his life piece by piece.
Now that is certainly one plan that I could easily find myself latching
onto, Chris perked up at the mention of destroying Brant. He rubbed
his hands together and leaned in over the table, So tell me whats
next on the agenda? Hopefully it doesnt include my getting beat up by
Kevin again because I really wasnt too fond of that one considering
that
Oh no this time well go straight for the kill. This time Brant
will be the target and by the time were finished with him, he wont
know what hit him, Michelle promised ready to unleash her anger on the
one man who had kept her from reaching her ultimate goal of the high life
of fame and fortune. Oh yes no matter what it took Michelle was certain that
she was about to tear Brants world apart in ways he never dreamt possible.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
I really dont think Kyle will be that upset if I didnt
show up, Ria pointed out knowing that in coming here she would most
likely have to face Kevin. Moving in behind Seth she heard him let out a small
laugh and turn to face her grabbing her hands in his. Im serious,
I dont need to be here.
Dont worry about it, Seth hushed her reaching out to place
his right hand over her lips gently before seeing her dark eyes looking up
into his. Blake is standing up in the wedding and I need someone to
keep me company. Dont leave me now.
Okay, but I am only staying for you, Ria stated clearly as he
nodded slowly and smiled grabbing her hand in his tightly before motioning
her to follow him in toward the people. Remember this is just for you.
I know, he nodded slowly motioning her to step in closer to only
see her stop in the middle of the isle. Looking toward the spot her brown
eyes were staring at he saw Kevin holding Erin in his arms talking to Avery.
Its okay.
Its not okay, she watched Kevin laughed and lean in closer
to her before pressing a small kiss in over Erins forehead. She watched
Kevin smile and nudge Avery gently before she went to turn away and leave
before Seth grabbed a hold of her and tugged her over toward a seat to the
left. I cant be here right now Seth. He is obviously here with
Avery having a good time. I dont need to be here.
Yes you do, Seth pulled her back down to the seat placing his
hand over her knee seeing the way she looked over at Kevin as he motioned
her to look up at him. I know my cousin.
Your cousin is a player, she pointed out seeing the way he looked
down at her with his brown eyes. Ria covered her eyes uneasily before taking
in a deep breath. Kevin isnt a good guy Seth. He takes a womans
heart and crushes it into pieces when he finally has a strong grip on it.
I really dont see that as the truth at all Ria, Seth pointed
out seeing her look over at him with a small frown as he shook his head slowly
and placed his hand in over hers lightly. I know my cousin loves you.
Kevin loves you and only you. Look at that ring Ria, you should know that
he loves you.
Seth
, she took in a deep breath seeing him look down at
her with his dark eyes almost begging her to try and think about it as she
pushed her long dark hair back slowly. Ive tried to think about
that.
Looking over at Kevin sitting with Avery she took in a deep breath and saw
the way he smiled. Every time she saw him smile she couldnt help but
smile herself seeing his dimples appear and his nose wrinkle every time something
made him laugh. There were so many moments she spent with him where she thought
forever meant something to them.
I cant believe you brought me back here, Ria could still
remember the way her and Kevin sat out on the beach they had once spent a
lot of their time at when they were younger. I dont think I would
have ever come back here if not for you.
Well its a good thing I brought you back here then,
Kevin whispered gently nudging her in the arm as she smiled reaching out to
grab his hand in hers tightly. You actually want to know why I brought
you back here?
Yeah, she nodded seeing him smile as he brought her hand up to
his lips and pressed a small kiss in over back of her hand gently before squeezing
her fingers in his. I want to hear what you are going to come up with.
You think its going to end up turning out pathetic, dont
you? Kevin half smiled seeing the way that she looked over at him as
he shrugged his shoulders and looked down toward the sand pushing at some
of it with his work boots. I came here because this is the place my
heart was always full.
Turning to face her slowly Kevin reached out to grab both of her hands in
hers giving them a small squeeze before reaching up with his right hand to
push a piece of hair behind her ear gently.
From when I was younger, I could always remember loving this place.
Starting from the first time you tried to drown me in this water, Kevin
let out a small laugh as she chuckled and looked down toward the ground. I
believe that was because you thought I cheated at the race or something like
that--which I did not do by the way.
Yes you did, but thats okay, she chuckled seeing him frown
before offering up a bright wide smile and shake his head slowly. You
so did cheat Kevin, I could always beat you and some how you won.
I was just lucky, I figured that maybe if I won you might give me a
prize kiss, he pointed out his eyebrows tensing together as he shrugged
his shoulders and looked down toward the ground. Which I never got,
but that push under the water was strong enough to send my heart into a whirlwind
making me fall even harder for you.
Moving his thumb in over the side of her face he saw her look out at him,
her eyes reflecting from the stars that were shining brightly around them.
Moving in closer to her he took in a deep breath and looked down between them.
What I guess Im trying to say is that Im sorry, Kevin
saw her stare out at him like she was almost confused and he took in a deep
breath shaking his head slowly. I took you for granted you were my everything
Ria and I never really let you know that. I would have never given you up
for anything, but I was so stupid the day before I left.
What are you talking about? Ria questioned placing her hand over
his as he took in a deep breath and looked down toward the ground. If
you are talking about my mother, that wasnt you. You were young and
,
And I was stupid, Kevin blurted out seeing her dark eyes staring
out into his as he shook his head. Moving his hands back he rested them against
the back of his neck. You meant so much to me, but when we almost made
love and she walked in. I believed the words you said, but I was stupid because
you were my everything. This will sound kind of tacky, but every day when
I was younger I would think about you every night. You were the reason I wanted
to wake up because I knew I would see your face. When I moved away and heard
from Seth that you left for college, my heart was broken. Not because you
were growing up but more because I was too dumb to try and stop you. I knew
you were leaving and I should have come back and told you how much I loved
you. I was just an idiot and I was too scared. Too scared to be in love, but
you were my everything and you are the only one who makes me whole. Im
a broken man without you and I know now that you are actually the person worth
waking up for.
Feeling her reach out to grab his hand in hers tightly she saw him bite down
on his bottom lip before taking in a deep breath and shaking his head slowly.
When I lost my daughter, I thought I would be stuck in the dark my whole
life, but with you--I have a whole new light. You pulled me out of the darkness
and I dont know what I would do without you, Kevin moved forward
curling his fingers in around the back of her neck, pressing a small kiss
in over her lips. I love you Ria Merhan with everything that I am and
that is never going to change. I dont even think I deserve you. I feel
lucky that I even have you.
I feel lucky to have you too, she whispered leaning into another
kiss from him, feeling a bit of urgency behind his kiss as she gently pushed
at the center of his chest. Seeing the confusion behind his eyes as he stared
out at her she took in a deep breath and smiled. I still think I could
beat you in that race though.
Oh you so cant, Kevin shook his head moving in to kiss her
again before feeling her push him back as his eyebrows tensed together. Honestly
Ria, come on. I won that race fair and square.
I still think I can beat you, she shook her head slowly standing
up from the sand seeing the way he looked up at her with a small frown. I
think that was just a fluke and I want a rematch.
A rematch? Kevin chuckled getting up slowly before looking down
at himself and shaking his head slowly. Tugging at his jersey lightly he shook
his head slowly. Somehow I dont think I am in the proper clothing
for a rematch. Im in jeans and a baseball jersey and somehow
,
Take them off, she started to unbutton her shirt slowly before
seeing his eyes widen as she motioned him to do the same. I am not leaving
this beach until we have a rematch.
If you are so worried about doing this, Kevin grabbed a hold of
his jersey and pulled it over his head before folding it up carefully and
setting it down on the sand. Pulling apart the buckle on his belt he slowly
undid it and threw his belt to the ground. You seriously want to do
this.
Of course I do, she nodded quickly setting her pants down on the
ground seeing the way that Kevin was staring out at her as she poked him in
the chest roughly seeing the way he let out a small laugh. Dont
get any bad thoughts, we are going to have this race.
I never said we werent, Kevin held his hands up in the air
for a moment before letting out a small laugh kicking off his work boots and
then pulling the zipper down on his jeans. Seeing her eyes watch him carefully
he turned away from her looking over his shoulder at her. You told me
not to have bad thoughts, so why are you?
I am so not having bad thoughts, Ria blurted out seeing Kevin
pull his jeans down slowly before kicking out of them. Turning toward her
Kevin fixed the waistband of his boxers before letting out a tight breath.
Are you ready to race or are you going to hold out longer and make more
excuses
Im ready, Kevin nodded motioning her to wait a second as
he pulled his necklace off and threw it on top of his clothes before nodding
slowly. So where are the boundaries.
The shore and down to the deck like always, she informed him seeing
him smile and nod slowly as they started off at the spot they did when they
were younger. Count of three. One, two, three.
Seeing Kevin take off she tried to catch up with him diving into the water
and taking a look over at him swimming before she ducked her head down and
paid attention to her speed and tried to win the race. Looking up she saw
the deck and moved faster kicking her feet a bit quicker before reaching out
and grabbing the deck.
Yes, I beat you Kevin, Ria boasted looking out in the water ready
to shove her defeat in Kevins face as she stared out to look for Kevin
seeing no movement at all. Kevin, come on where are you? This isnt
funny.
Seeing no movement in the water still she began to worry knowing that no one
could stay under water that whole time she had been looking for him. Maybe
he got hurt or got pulled down by something.
Kevin, can you hear me? Ria called out looking around the area
before her, feeling her heart skip a beat as she looked out at the water again.
A gasp fell from her lips as she felt a sharp tug at her legs making her go
underneath the water and she was ready to kick to the top until she felt a
pair of lips press in over hers underneath the water. Once rising back to
the top she brought her palm forward and hit Kevin in the chest hearing him
let out a small laugh. You scared me you jerk.
Im sorry baby, Kevin moved forward pushing back his wet
hair as he swam out a little away from her as she followed him and he let
out a small laugh. I guess you beat me which means Im not worthy
of you. Youre better than me and
,
Youre damn right Im better than you, Ria moved forward
quickly pressing her hands in over his head making him dunk beneath the water
as she felt his hand grab a hold of her hips as she held him down before letting
him back up. You deserved that.
What was that for? Kevin chuckled before shaking his head slowly
and taking in a deep breath splashing some water at her and she splashed him
back. You know, I let you win and thats how you treat me?
You so did not let me win, she splashed water back at him again
seeing him block his face and let out a small laugh. Swimming closer to him
in the water she pushed into his shoulders letting out a small breath. I
won fair and square.
Baby, I was waiting underneath the deck when you got here, Kevin
swam in closer to her leaning in to kiss her before she placed her hand over
his face and shook her head slowly. Baby come on. I was born in Hawaii
and I lived there for eight years. I was born in the water--its not
your fault.
Kevin, no, she ordered seeing him go in for a kiss again before
she turned away from him hearing him swim in closer to her. I dont
believe you now.
Ria, Kevin frowned moving in behind her and wrapping his arm around
her waist, pressing a small kiss in over her shoulder gently. If you
want to have like a rematch or something we can. Like, the lets see who can
hold their breath the longest under water or something.
Fine, youre on, she saw Kevin laugh when she turned to look
at him seeing the way his brown eyes stared out at her. She motioned him to
go underneath and when she did she felt him grab a hold of her and pull her
back up. He cupped her face in his hands as he moved in for a quick kiss,
wrapping his arm around her slender waist and pulling her in against him.
What are you doing?
The only thing I want to be with right now is you, Kevin leaned
back long enough to run his fingers in through her wet hair. He moved back
in closer to her teasing his lips in over hers before kissing her more hungrily,
feeling her fingers tugging at his wet hair. Moving his hand in over her back
Kevin struggled to find the clip in her bra before finally reaching it and
pulling it apart. Pulling away from Ria for a moment his lips pressed in over
her shoulder gently, the tender caress slowly moving down her arm as he pulled
down the straps slowly. I love you so much baby.
I love you too, she muttered against his lips as he kissed her
again and she let out a small breath feeling his tongue slip between her parted
lips teasing her gently while he threw the rest of her clothing out of the
away. What if someone actually finds the clothes.
They will feel like they found a treasure, Kevin whispered with
a small laugh feeling her fingers start to push his boxers down his hips and
her toes finished tugging them off before she grabbed them and threw them
to the side. I dont deserve you.
Of course you do, Ria let out a small gasp feeling his arm wrap
around her waist and pull her in over his hips, bringing her legs in over
his thighs. Im the one that doesnt deserve you.
No, Kevin pulled away taking in a sharp breath as he took in the
feeling of their union and he pressed his lips in over the side of her neck.
You have no idea how wonderful you are Ria. Youre perfect and
you need to see that.
I love you Kevin, she pressed her lips in over his feeling his
hands guiding her movements over him as she tugged at his thick hair gently.
Taking in a sharp breath she bit down on her bottom lip and scratched up his
back and over his shoulders. Youre everything I want.
And youre everything I need, Kevin muttered against her
lips before pulling away gently and closing his eyes tightly biting down on
his bottom lip. Feeling her fingers digging into his shoulders he moved forward
and pressed his lips in over hers, wrapping his right arm around her waist
tightly he kept his left hand pressed in against her hips. If I got
to have you in my arms like this all the time, I would always let you win.
Ria? Seth snapped his fingers noticing that she had been ignoring
everything he said for the last few minutes and he saw her look down and cover
her eyes. A blush developed over her features as he frowned and reached out
to touch her shoulders. Is everything okay?
Yeah, Im alright, Ria began taking in a deep breath still
feeling a bit heated at the memory of the night her and Kevin spent together
and the passion they shared. That night he told her he couldnt live
without her and now she wasnt so sure. I just dont want
to get hurt Seth.
You will only stay hurt if you dont go tell him you love him too,
Seth began in a small smirk seeing the way she looked out at him before he
nodded slowly. I know he loves you and you sure as hell love him. Why
dont you go up there and show him that?
Okay, give me a minute, I just need to take a small breath and think
about everything, Ria almost brought her strength up to go talk to him
until something caught her eyes. Brant and Angela walking in together and
she took in a deep breath and shook her head slowly. Never mind, now
that she is here--I have no chance at catching his attention.
Ria come on, Seth frowned reaching out to touch her seeing her
shake her head as Seth looked between Angela and Kevin seeing Kevin playing
with Erin. Thats not even going to happen if you just talked to
him
,
Im not going to talk to him and thats final, Ria blurted
out seeing Seth throw his hands up in the air and shake his head slowly before
looking away from her. I didnt mean to yell at you, but its
just not going to happen.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Sarah took a long look at herself in the full length mirror in front of her
admiring the way that her dress just seemed to make this moment all the more
incredible for her. Turning to the side she took in her appearance from a
new angle as she hummed the bridal march to herself. Oh yes today was going
to be the day for new beginnings for sure. She would find herself married
to Kyle and have finally gotten absolutely everything she deserved. Nothing
was going to take away from that.
Today all of your dreams come true, Sarah mused to herself, a
proud smile sweeping in over her when she heard a knock on the door. Spinning
around she half expected to see Blake with her bouquet that shed been
waiting for, but instead she saw Diego standing before her with an astonished
expression on his face.
Hey, he couldnt help but smile at her appreciatively. His
warm brown eyes cascaded over her and in an instant she felt her breath catch
in the back of her throat. There was no denying what was happening inside
of his head and though seeing him brought forth a whirlwind of sensations,
she fought to contain herself.
What are you doing here? she questioned a bit uneasy as he took
a step forward closing the gap between them ever so slightly.
Kyle invited me, he confessed dipping his hands into his pants
pockets before looking away, I know I probably shouldnt be here,
but I felt like we had so much left unsaid between us.
Diego dont do this, she warned a bit of worry trembling
through her. She took a small step back uneasiness settling in the pit of
her stomach, Today is the day that every one of my dreams are coming
true and I cant let you take that away from me. Ive waited my
whole life for this
I know you have and Im not here to try to talk you out of doing
this. Its just Im
Diegos gaze dropped to her
abdomen, I mean weve just got so much that we need to talk about--so
many things that
Diego, its over, she pushed her hands to the front of her
dress blocking his gaze. Her dark eyes lashed out at him as she stood taller
forcing herself to do what needed to be done, What we had never shouldve
been and Im sorry that I lead you on. The fact to the matter was that
I was hurting and Kyle left me. I was lonely and
And we took things too far, he nodded in agreement bringing his
hand out before thinking twice and pushing it into his pocket again. I
miss that you know.
Miss what? she questioned wearily.
Our being friends, he openly admitted to her, We had a really
good thing going back when we used to be able to trust one another and talk
to one another. I guess we kind of blew that when we
We need space and distance away from one another, she corrected
her voice firm and authoritative. Im going to marry Kyle today
and once Im his wife I need to dedicate myself to him and our family.
Sarah, we both know that
Diego started again another crease
forming in his brow.
That it was a mistake and were leaving it at that, Sarah
cleared her throat again before looking away from him. She focused on the
mirror in front of her and started to pick at a loose strand of hair, Its
over Diego. I hope you understand.
I do, he nodded, his eyes still drawn to her. She could see him
looking at her from where she stood, but she refused to acknowledge it. I
just
well, I guess I just wanted to wish you all the happiness that you
deserve. Thats really all I ever wanted for you Sarah.
Ill have that today when Im Mrs. Kyle Houston, she
explained matter of fact her gaze meeting his for one lingering moment from
the mirror before she focused on her own reflection once again, You
need to leave.
Of course, Diego nodded opening his mouth to say something more
before thinking twice of it. He walked over to the door, paused and turned
to look at her one last time before walking out of the room and vowing not
to let their past with one another ruin the chance at happiness that she had
with Kyle.
Good-bye Diego, Sarah mouthed hearing him close the door behind
his exit. She closed her eyes before reminding herself to stay focused again.
This was what she worked so hard to have in her life and there was no way
in hell that anyone was going to take it from her. Not Diego or anyone else
for that matter!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
Cameron stood outside the church thinking about the wedding that was about
to take place. While he wasnt normally one to enjoy the festivities
of this town, he couldnt help but opt to follow the curiosity that was
leading him to see Sarah and Kyle become husband and wife. It was an amusing
thought considering how much Cameron knew about the woman Sarah truly was.
Had she not been so misguided and lost in her own direction to woo Kyle, she
mightve been someone Cameron couldve found himself settling down
with. She was cryptic, cunning, venomous--a femme fatale to the core and that
was something that Cameron found exciting about her--very exciting. Sure,
she had some hang ups, but she had that same determination and spirit about
her that Cameron had felt himself over the years. Yes, they wouldve
made a perfect match indeed.
Tell me again why were here, Valerie huffed from her place
at his side. She tugged on his arm before groaning once again, You know
I really dont like these boring weddings. They are no fun at all and
you promised me a good time.
Something tells me that this particular wedding will be a good time,
Cameron promised, his gaze traveling across the church to where he spotted
his sister on Brants arm.
Immediately he tensed up seeing Angela lean into Brant and whisper something
into his ear. He frowned, feeling his blood boil and it was then that he made
the final decision that Brant wouldnt be able to have the opportunity
to destroy Angela. It was going to end and soon because there was no way in
hell that an Ashford would destroy his family. The Ashfords had taken far
too much from Cameron and hed be damned if he let them have Angela too.
Hey, Valerie pouted poking him in the ribs, what is your
problem? You look like youre ready to strangle someone.
The thought wasnt that far from my mind, Cameron replied
in a smooth tone trying to be casual about the war that was waging inside
of him.
Yeah well I generally feel that way in these little low class adventures,
Valerie rolled her eyes and pointed to the crowd when her eyes fixed on Seth.
Immediately she perked up and a grin grew wide over her face, On second
thought maybe things arent so bad.
Is that right? Cameron tipped his head down to see her watching
Seth like a hawk. Ah, I see your husband is here.
Yes he is and that bitch isnt with him, she noted proudly,
adjusting the straps of her sexy dress before looking over at Cameron, Perhaps
I should say hello.
And start a fight, Cameron shook his head, I dont
think that is a smart idea
at least not yet.
Hes my husband. You cant tell me what to do, Valerie
curled her lip at him, You dont own me.
I never claimed to, Cameron mouthed his lip curling in a slight
frown, nor would I want to at this point.
Thats it. Im going over there, Valerie decided taking
a big step forward.
No, you arent, Cameron warned her sharply, tugging on her
arm and pulling her closer to him, I have plans for todays outcome
and the last thing I need is you going over there and changing them for me.
Youll stay here until I tell you that you can leave.
You cant keep me here, she snarled up at him, agitation
flashing behind her eyes.
No, but I would strongly suggest you keep accompanying me or else you
might find your cause to get back in your husbands good graces will
be futile, Cameron warned cryptically seeing any protest shed
had planned evaporate from behind her eyes.
Fine, she huffed curling her arm in his, but youd
better have something good planned for me right around the corner or else
Im going to be very upset in the future.
Oh trust me Valerie what I have planned, he grinned widely leading
her to a seat near the back of the church, Its good--very good!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
You okay? Don questioned reaching out to place his hand in over
Deanas knee as her hand moved in over his. Taking in the place around
him he tried to see if he could see Grady anywhere in sight and he shook his
head slowly. I cant see him anymore if thats what you are
worried about.
I dont care if he sees me, Deana pointed out in a sharp
breath looking up to meet Dons worried gaze as he reached out to caress
her cheek gently. I just dont want to talk to him because I dont
even want to face him.
And you dont have to, Don hushed giving her fingers a small
squeeze before looking down at his watch and inhaling deeply. Knowing what
it must be like to be that uncomfortable he wasnt going to push her
toward him in any way. Listen, you dont have to do anything you
dont want to. Just ignore him.
Thats what I plan on doing, she informed him with a small
nod closing her eyes and inhaling deeply feeling a bit confused at just thinking
about Grady. Something inside of her earlier when she saw him told her to
go talk to him and see him, but somehow she couldnt bring herself to
doing so. What time was this wedding supposed to start?
I swore it was supposed to start a little while ago, Don answered
quickly wondering the same exact thing as he glanced down on his watch pondering
what it was that was making this take so long--it was just a wedding. Looking
up toward the crowd he could see that it was pretty full, they couldnt
be waiting for people to arrive. He was going to mention something else until
he felt a vibration going on in his pocket and he reached inside it to pull
out his pager seeing that it was a hospital number. Deana, I got to
go call these people. Are you going to be okay alone for a moment?
Sure, she nodded slowly taking in a deep breath seeing his blue
eyes stare out at her as if he was too nervous to even think about leaving.
Work is work. Thats all that matters, Im not going to move.
Seeing Don nod she watched him walk away carefully and walk out of the room
to go and make the call he needed to. Closing her eyes tightly she thought
about the look Grady was giving her before feeling a warmth move in next to
her.
You know, if it was anyone else I would have been a little bit worried
that someone was going to steal my girl, Gradys voice muttered
as she opened her eyes and looked to the side seeing him sitting next to her
a frown spread out over his features. Since it was Don, I know you wouldnt
go for someone like that.
How do you know, she questioned with a small frown leaning up
more in the seat before shaking her head slowly. I could have been with
him and you would have never known. Hes a lot better looking than you
are.
Yeah, right, Grady rolled his eyes letting out a small laugh before
reaching out to touch her seeing her pull away from him as he frowned. I
know you love me Deana--you wouldnt do something like that.
Why dont you just leave, she suggested in an angered tone
seeing the way his green eyes stared out at hers and he shook his head slowly.
I dont want anything to do with you and you should just leave.
Grady, Kellens voice caught his attention before Grady could
say anything else and Grady closed his eyes almost hating the comment he made
to Deana as Deana turned away from him. Kyle is ready.
Okay, Grady nodded standing up slowly before reaching out to Deana
seeing her pull away from him and he took in a deep breath. I love you
and Im sorry.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
This cant be happening, Heather pounded on her steering
wheel seeing the rows of tail lights shining in front of her. She looked to
the time seeing that she had less than ten minutes to make it to the church
and stop this farce of a wedding Kyle was putting himself into. There was
no way that she could lose him. Chris was right. She had to fight for the
man that she loved before she lost him forever.
Come on, Heather slammed her palm flat on the top of the steering
wheel finding her patience slipping away as the traffic posed yet another
threat to the happiness that she had so close to having in her life. Frustrated
and eager to get over to the church Heather began to tap out a drumbeat on
the top of the steering wheel before she reached for the radio dial. She started
to move it around, playing with the different buttons until a song played
over the radio causing her to sit up straighter.
When a man loves a woman cant keep his mind on nothin' else. He'd
trade the world for a good thing he's found. If she is bad, he can't see it.
She can do no wrong. Turn his back on his best friend if he puts her down
Finding herself trapped in the traffic that surrounded her, Heather leaned
back in her chair and closed her eyes thinking back to another time and place.
When a man loves a woman, spend his very last dime
Trying to hold on to what he needs. He'd give up all his comforts and sleep
out in the rain if she said that's the way it ought to be
Ok I think its time for a channel change, Heather announced
reaching out to turn off the radio in front of her once the up beat sounds
of the time were replaced by the old remake of a classic song. After the day
she and Kyle had spent joking around with one another washing his beat up
old pick up truck, the last thing she wanted to do was feel down and out.
She moved to turn the song to shift the mood from sappy and romantic to something
lighter and carefree after shed spent most of the day listening to Kyle
talk about Sarah. Right now the last thing she wanted was to be stuck in a
situation where he was swooning over her sister when deep down all she could
think about was him.
Dont even think about it, Kyles hand pressed in
over hers stopping her from changing the channel. I like that song.
You do? Heathers eyes widened as she spun around to face
him.
Yeah, he confessed with a sheepish grin, setting down the dirty
rag hed been working with earlier, got a problem with that?
Well no, but
she gave him a strange look, Its
a far cry from the metal music you are into.
Yeah, well I have a secret, Kyle stepped in closer to her, his
hazel eyes meeting hers with a newfound mischief, I can be romantic
too if I want to. I have it in me you know.
Whatever you say, Heather started to turn away only to feel him
wrap his arm around her waist and draw her nearer to him in a dance.
Oh come on Heather. Lighten up, Kyle urged hugging her closer
to him as the music continued and he started to sing to her in a soft, slur,
When a man loves a woman. I give you everything I got. Trying to hold
on to your precious love. Baby, baby please don't treat me bad
Kyle stop, she swatted at his chest playfully before feeling him
spin her around the old garage out back.
Im just warming up, he promised twirling her around to the
slow rhythm of the music, pulling her away only to draw her close to him again.
She placed her hand on his shoulder tentatively, before dropping her head
to his chest. She felt his words vibrate against her hair as he continued
to sing, When a man loves a woman deep down in his soul she can bring
him such misery. If she is playing him for a fool he's the last one to know.
Loving eyes can never see. Yes when a man loves a woman I know exactly how
he feels cause baby, baby
Kyle, Heather felt a breath escape her lips as he curled his finger
underneath her chin lifting her gaze to his.
Heather, I know exactly how it feels
he whispered, his lips
drawing nearer to hers, the anticipation of the moment growing close when
A honking horn brought Heather back to the present keeping her from reliving
that painful moment when Sarah had walked into the garage and stopped Heather
and Kyle from sharing a moment that shouldve rightfully been theirs.
Shed come in and distracted the both of them, sweeping Kyle off into
another room with her to help her change a light bulb when all the while Heather
was waiting and wanting a second chance at that kiss--at that moment that
couldve changed things forever.
Hearing the honking of the car behind her that alerted her that traffic was
starting to move, Heather made the conscious decision that she wanted that
moment back. She wanted that moment and many more. She wasnt going to
let Sarah steal Kyle away from her ever again. She couldnt let that
happen especially not when in her heart she knew that she and Kyle were meant
to be with one another.
Im going to stop that wedding, Heather vowed clenching her
fingers onto the steering wheel and moving with the flow of traffic ready
to make all of her dreams of happily ever a reality once and for all!
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
So everything is set up? Grady turned around in the empty room
to see Kellen flipping out searching through the bags throwing some things
back in the air. I take that as a no.
Grady, this isnt funny, Kellen blurted out seeing the way
that Grady looked out at him as Kellen searched through the bag over and over
again. I think I lost it.
Lost what? Grady eyed Kellen over carefully seeing Kellen throw
the bag back also toward the other side of the room and stand up from the
ground walking to the other side of the room. Kellen dont give
yourself a heart attack.
Im going to have a heart attack, Kellen muttered angrily
throwing his hands up in the air and running them through his gelled up hair
worriedly. I cant find it Grady. I cant find the thing that
we need. This is so stupid, what did I do with it? I swore it was here.
Kellen, Grady called out to him again seeing Kellen go over to
his other bag and start throwing things around again as Grady pulled something
out of his pocket. Is this what you are looking for?
You stupid jerk, Kellen stood up walking over and grabbing it
from his fingers before letting out a small scowl seeing the way that Grady
laughed when Kellen reached down for his small bag picking it up slowly. I
was looking everywhere.
Well about two minutes before you started looking everywhere you told
me to hold onto it so you didnt lose it, Grady pointed out seeing
Kellen frown and put it into his pocket slowly. Obviously that was a
good thing I did that.
Yeah, right, Kellen took in a small breath looking over toward
the television they had asked for the waiter to help wheel into the church
area. Were ready if you would just follow us and put that in the
corner. Kind of in an area where no one is really going to notice it.
Nice choice, Grady patted Kellen shoulder gently before seeing
Kellen nod and take in a deep breath walking out of the room and into the
church. Kyle will be making an appearance very soon.
And what an appearance its going to be, Kellen muttered
standing up at the front and inhaling deeply feeling Grady place his hand
over Kellens shoulders. Excuse me everyone.
Speak up louder, Grady ordered seeing Kellen look over at him
with a small frown and Grady rolled his eyes taking a step forward and looking
over at Kellen. Excuse me everyone.
Thanks, Kellen smiled widely stepping forward noticing the voice
change in Grady as he did the same speaking up louder. If everyone could
have a seat--were about to begin.
*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*
...to be continued...