Nicholas drives into the compound, and I feel a sense of ease wash through me, the doctor's appointment that I feared was not so bad after all.Jim and I walk into the house, and the house is quiet.“Is your mum around?” I ask Jim“Yeah, she’s probably in her room, sleeping or doing something” Jim replies.Jim and I head upstairs, and I lay lazily on the bed.“I would have suggested we go out but I guess I’m just too lazy, so how about we watch a movie together, just you and I” Jim smiles at me“With popcorn?” I ask“No princess, you need to eat healthy and I’m going to be here to enforce that” Jim tells“Urghhh babe!! Fine, but if I don’t get to have popcorn, you don’t get to have it either” I say“Yeah, wasn’t craving it anyway” Jim tells me“So what movie?” I ask“Make a choice princess, you’re the one in charge”“Alright, it’s going to be a romance film, so don’t cringe too hard” I giggle, going through the Netflix selection.“I don’t mind, watching it with you is genuinely all th
“That’s my mom” I scream, walking towards the picture frame, placing it in my hands and tracing around the outline of my mother.My eyes fixate on the photograph, a captured moment of Mrs. Dan and her mother. The frame holds a history that begs to be unraveled, and curiosity compels me to seek for answers.Taking a breath, I turn toward Mrs. Dan, my voice is steady but filled with intrigue and laced with pain "Mrs. Dan, I noticed the picture of you and my mother. How did you two know each other?"A nostalgic smile graces Mrs. Dan's face as she gazes at the photograph.“Oh your mother, no wonder you mistook me for your mother, oh how I miss this beautiful soul” Mrs Dan cries“Please I want to know more about my mother” I say, there’s a sharp pain in my chest that is accompanied with a hint of happiness, that comes with Jim’s mom knowing about my mom"Your mother, she was an extraordinary woman. We met so many years ago, at a charity event. There was an instant connection. She had this
My footsteps echo on the staircase as I make my way back to Jim's room. My heart is still aflutter from the revelations shared with his mother. How could she have known my mom? It's a question that lingers in my mind.Pushing open the door, I find Jim sitting on the bed, a concerned look in his eyes. "Hey," he greets, patting the space next to him. "Everything okay?"I take a seat, and a deep breath escapes me. "Yeah, it's just... I had a conversation with your mom. She knew my mom, Jim. They were friends."Jim's eyebrows shoot up in surprise. "Really? That's... wow. Small world, huh?"A bittersweet smile plays on my lips. "Yeah. She even showed me pictures. I had no idea they were so close. It's kind of comforting, you know?"He reaches for my hand, offering silent support. "I'm here for you, Ana. Whatever you need.""Thanks, Jim," I reply, squeezing his hand gratefully.Before I leave the room, I decide to put my swirling emotions into something productive. And I place a soft kiss o
"Such a great meal mom, I sure missed your cooking" Jim smiles, wiping his hands and getting up from the table."Not so fast young lad, we're going to have an in house movie night. Okay?" Mrs Dan says and I try to not sigh at the thought of watching yet another movie without popcorn"I'm exempted, right mom?" I smile sheepishly“Hehe, nice try Ana, we’re all going to watch a movie together, something from my generation, not yours” she smiles back at me“But mom, that’s a bit unfair, don’t you think, what’s the fun if there’s no fun snacks involved” I say“She’s not wrong, I mean we both just watched movies with our mouths being as dry as fuck” Jim interjects.“Language young one” his mom says“But he’s right mom” I add“Well then, I’ll tell Vanessa to go pop some corn and give it to us” she says, signaling Vanessa, who is one of the helps and she quickly gets to work“Make some for yourself too” Mrs Dan tells Vanessa and she smiles“Thank you ma”I go over to the living room, waiting
The Madea movie reaches its uproarious conclusion, and we find ourselves immersed in a lively exchange of laughter and conversations. Jim, Mrs. Dan, and I share our favorite moments, each of us recounting scenes with vivid detail and animated commentary.Mrs. Dan chuckles, "That Madea movie is always a riot, isn't it? Jim, did you see how Anastasia nearly fell off the couch laughing?"Jim grins, "Yeah, Madea never fails to crack us up. Anastasia, what was your favorite part?"I laugh, recalling the scenes, "Oh, definitely when Madea gives out her 'words of wisdom.' Classic!"Mrs. Dan nods, "Well, laughter is the best medicine. It's good to see you both enjoying yourselves."As we share more anecdotes about the movie, the room is filled with the sound of our laughter, creating a warm and joyful atmosphere.Jim stretches, "That was a good choice for tonight. Thanks for suggesting it, Mom."She smiles, "Anytime! Movie nights are all about fun”“Mrs Dan, do you have any other favorite com
Anastasia’s POVThe words that Jim says to me, causes a form of happiness to course through me…The fact that he wants to stay around with me during this period of this pregnancy makes my heart flutter with joy.I stare at Jim’s eyes seductively and bite my lips.Jim smiles at me, as he takes off his shirt….. I join him, taking off my clothes, eager to have his body in mine, already imagining how good it would feel.“Are you sure you want this princess” Jim whispers to me, his words courses different emotions“Always have” I moanJim places soft kisses on my neck, causing me to tilt my head to give him enough space.I place my hand in his hair, and I mean softly.“I mark what’s mine” Jim whispers to my ears and I crash his lips against mine….Our lips dance in a perfect rhythm and our tongues tangle and go to war in our locked mouths, battling madly for dominance.Jim wins, as he inserts his tongue into mine, the taste of the popcorn resting on his tongue, causing me to suck on it.He
The morning sun filters through the curtains, casting a warm glow across the room. I stir, slowly becoming aware of the soft sheets tangled around us. Jim's arm is draped protectively over my waist, our bodies molded together in a perfect fit. His rhythmic breathing, a soothing melody, matches the gentle rise and fall of our chests.I glance at the clock; the day is still in its infancy. The world outside is hushed, as if nature itself is granting us a moment of serenity. I take in the details of Jim's sleeping face, the lines softened by the morning light. The warmth emanating from his body is both comforting and exhilarating.As I shift slightly, Jim stirs, his eyes fluttering open. The corners of his lips curve into a sleepy smile as he tightens his hold around me. Our legs are intertwined, a silent testament to the intimacy we share. The room is filled with a quiet contentment, a sanctuary where time seems to stand still."Good morning," he murmurs, his voice husky with sleep. His
Jim and I head back upstairs as we realize that the baby accessories that we got still lie in Jim's car.“Baby, remember the baby accessories that we got? It’s still in the car” I say to Jim“Ummm…..I want to ask you a question princess, whose house is the baby going to live in, mine or yours?” Jim asks, taking me by surprise.“Ummm…. I never really considered the possibility of the baby staying with you, because yunno….. you were a dick… and now that you’ve brought it up, I don’t know to be honest, what do you think?” Jim asks“Sincerely Princess, I want you to make the decision, I’ll do as you say” Jim replies“Well….. Kendra and Jonathan already set up a surprise baby room back at my house, so setting up a baby room here doesn’t seem so bad to me” I say“Well then, your wish is my command….. I’ll order the helpers to bring out the baby accessories while we find a suitable baby room” Jim says“While you do that, this baby seems to be too strong for me, I just think I need to do some