“Guys we want to play-oh, I think we are interrupting a moment Brooks” Kylie says barging in causing me to laugh. “No, I was just thanking Daniel for getting me this extremely soft blanket since I’m always cold” I say and Kylie jumps on the blanket, melting into it. “Oh my. This thing is so soft. You lucky bitch” Kylie says jealous. “Sorry Kyl” Daniel says. “Dude, we need to take a picture together” Brooks says to Daniel. Daniel changed into a blue shirt and some jeans. Brooks is still wearing a gray t-shirt and a gray zip-up over it. He has some white sweatpants on too. They both look good. Kylie is wearing her silk robe and some of her clothes underneath. Her makeup and hair still perfect. Me on the other hand … Daniel and Brooks have Kylie take a picture of them and it came out really good. “Hey man, I’m gonna buzz soon. My mom will go crazy” Brooks says laughing. “I can drive you” I say looking at Kylie. “That’s a good idea. You had a couple drinks. I’ll come with you”
~Daniel’s P.O.V~ The drive took so long. “Hi, we are here to see Kisses Jackson” I say running to the front desk. “I’m sorry. She is not allowed to have visitors” The lady says. ‘Excuse me mam, I’m sorry but I am her guardian” My mom says and she nods. “Room 112 on floor 4” She gives a sympathetic smile and we rush to the elevator. “It’s taking to long” I say running to the stairs and sprinting faster than I knew possible. I run to room 112 and brace myself for what was inside. I open the door to see Kisses laying in a hospital bed connected to tubes, machines and iv’s. “Daniel” My mom says touching my back. No matter how much I could have prepared myself, I would never have been ready. That was my breaking point. I couldn’t stand the sight of here there. All frail and lifeless. “Mr. and Mrs. Jackson” The doctors says shaking their hands. “Oh, um. We aren’t her biological parents” My father says and my mom hits him. “What, um. What happened?” My mother says and I look at
“Kisses, you should probably eat” Daniel says, looking at my untouched food. It’s been sitting there for about an hour now. “I’m not hungry Dan” I say shaking my head. That was a mistake. A sharp pain runs from behind my eyes to the back of my head, causing me to place my pounding head in my hands. Hoping to ease the pain. “Kisses? Are you okay? Should I get a doctor?” Daniel says, worry filling his voice. “No, no, I’m fine. My head is just pounding?” I say slowly lifting it up, my eyes still closed. Daniel grabs my hand, tighter than before. My phone beeps and I open my eyes. “Daniel, can you read that for me?” I ask and he nods, picking up my phone. “It’s Grace. She wants to know if you can face time” Daniel says and I nod. “Yeah, call her and you can talk to her. I have to use the restroom” I say, trying to sit up. I hiss, the pain unbearable and causing me to get lightheaded. “Hold on, let me help you. I should probably call a nurse for this” He says. At that time a nurs
~Kisses P.O.V~ I woke up, still holding Daniel’s hand. Butterflies run through my body. “Kisses, you’re up? Has he been here all night?” The doctor says and I hesitantly answer. “Yes, I’m sorry. It wont happen again” I say and he nods. “Okay. How are you feeling?” He says looking at my chart. “My side really hurts and I have an off and on headache. But other than that, pretty good” I say and he nods. “Yeah, that’s going to be like that for some time. We can give you some pain killers but that’s needs approval from your parents since its very strong” He says and I nod. “Yeah, it’s okay. I don’t need anything” I say and he nods. “Okay, let me or your nurse know if you need anything” He says and I nod, thanking him. Daniel stirs, grunting. “Hey Dan” I say as his eyes open. “Hey, how’d you sleep?” He asks, stretching his neck. “Pretty good the second time” I say laughing. “Did the doctor come in?” He asks, standing up, stretching. “Yeah, he just checked on me and told me that
~Kisses P.O.V~ Brooks just texted Kylie that they are here. I just told the girls about Daniel and I and how I really like him. Like a lot. I think I might tell him today. I want to be with him. He makes me feel so safe, even from my parents. That’s something I thought no one could ever do. He's helped me through so much and I don't know how I could ever repay him. Daniel and Brooks walk in, Brooks smiles at me and then walks over to Kylie. Daniel comes to me of course. "Dan, you did ama-" I say but get cut off my him grabbing my face gently, placing his lips on top of mine. Fireworks go off in my stomach. The kiss lasts a couple seconds until Daniel pulls away, leaning his forehead on mine. "I love you, Kisses" He whispers, his eyes closed. "I-I love you too Daniel" I say, his eyes open and smile spreads across both of our faces. He sits down on the bed next to me, staring at my face. "Will you be my girlfriend?" He breathes out, scared to hear the answer. "Of course" I s
‘Everything seems to be going smoothly. If it continues like this then we can hopefully get you out of here tomorrow” The doctor says and I nod, smiling. “Thank you so much doctor” I say and he smiles, walking out. “Oh thank god” I say closing my eyes. “I can’t take this tiny little room anymore. I’ve barely moved” I say shifting next to Daniel. “I know Kiss, but you need to rest. Those ribs aren’t going to heal while you overwork yourself” He laughs. “I know. But I’m fine. My ribs just hurt a little. I just need to get out of here” I sigh. It’s just Daniel and I right now. I made Kylie, Brooks and Christine go to the party tonight. I tried to get Daniel to go but he refused, stating that he ‘didn’t want to deal with Samantha’s bullshit’. I’ll admit, it was really funny. Right now we are sitting in my bed, eating frozen yogurt Daniel had gotten. We are watching a movie as well as making small talk “Um, hey. Thank you Dan” I place my spoon down, turning to him. “What for?” He as
I got discharged earlier today. Right now I am at the Greens. I agreed to stay with them, but the problem is getting some stuff from my house. “I can get your stuff Kiss” Jim says and I shake my head. “No, no its okay. I got it” I say smiling. I’m petrified to walk into that house. Not that I don’t think Daniel will protect me but I don’t want him getting hurt. “I’ll be fine Kiss” Daniel says grabbing my hand. The drive to my house was short, like usual. “Daniel, I think I should just stay at my house. It will work better” I say, panicking. “Kisses, hey. Look at me. You’re fine. You’re going to stay with people who love you. Please, do this for me” He says, staring me into the eyes. “Okay, yeah” I say shaking my head. Still a bad idea. I slowly get out of the car, quietly. The house door is unlocked and my mother and father are passed out on the couch. “Come on, lets try and not wake them” Daniel whispers. Once again panic flashes through my body. They are going to murder
He could have been safe and away from all this. Instead he’s hurt. “You are so very lucky Kisses” The doctor says, shaking his head. “We will numb the areas and put the stitches in. No school for at least a week, preferably a week and a half” The doctor says and my heart drops. “What? I need to go to school. I need to get into college. Please” I say and he shakes his head. “You can’t go to school with a concussion. No excuses. You’ll do fine, you have very good grades” He says pulling up the blanket. “May I?” He asks and I nod, telling him its okay to lift up the hospital gown. Giving him access to the deep gashes. My phone starts going off, I ignore it. I can’t talk to Grace about this right now. “Daniel, will you bring me the work?” ask and he shakes his head. “You can’t do anything that could confuse you or make you think too much” Daniel says, crossing his arms. “Thanks for helping me out Dan” I say causing Tara to laugh. I feel pressure on my thigh, as the needle closes
The much awaited day had finally arrived. Kisses Jackson would officially become Kisses Jackson Green and Daniel would finally marry the love of his life. All of the last minute preparations were being carried out diligently. The wedding was to be the event of the year. The groom, the biggest corporate honcho in all of North Carolina and the bride, a well established doctor and socialite. All the big names in both the industries had arrived from all over the world to witness their union. Back in his hotel suite, Daniel was fidgeting with his cufflinks in anticipation and nervousness. Today was the day the love of his life would become his, truly. ****************** Kisses Pov When the veil was finally placed over my face, the back of it pinned to my hair with a crystal hair pin I let out a breathe I had been holding in for quite some time. Kylie was yelling at the wedding planner to make minute changes over the phone to the decorations while the poor woman who was overlooking thing
After 4 years Kisses POV Finally, I have already finished college and have my own degree as a veterinarian. I am so happy that, despite the circumstances in life, I was still able to make my dream come true. My entire journey in college is not easy. It is like I’m on a roller coaster ride. Being far from my relatives and especially Daniel, is like I’ve been surviving. Daniel visits and sleeps in my condo once a week if he doesn’t have practice football. Despite all the hardships I have encountered, I am still thankful that there are people willing to extend their hand for help. Tomorrow is the day I have been waiting for. I am excited about having my diploma. I need to have beauty rest for tomorrow’s special event in my life. I wake up with a smile on my face. I feel mixed emotions: happy and sad. I am happy that my relatives and friends will be present on my special day. Sad because my parents will not be there. But still, I need to have happy vibes for my day. I quickly get a show
~Daniel’s P.O.V~ Kisses leaves for school in a couple of days and to say I’m devastated would be an understatement. She hasn’t left my house unless it was for work or with me. I want to do something special for her today. I’m going to invite everyone over as a last little party to end the summer and get her a couple of things. I just finished my workout, Kisses is still passed out in bed. I get a couple of things together in the kitchen and prepare a small breakfast for her. She hasn’t been sleeping great. I’ve tried to talk to her about it but she just denies it. I know that she’s been having her night terrors. I think it’s stress-induced. I cut up some fruit and made a little platter, mixing some pancake batter together. I drop a couple of chocolate chips in them and let them cook. Once the food is all done I brew a cup of coffee and bring the food upstairs. Much to my surprise, Kisses is rubbing her eyes, the comforter covering her body. “Good morning, baby” I kiss her foreh
Last night was eventful if you know what I mean. Daniel has been a bit out of hand lately because I’m leaving for school soon. Speaking of school, I still haven’t packed yet. I don’t want to pack yet. I’m excited about school but not the location. It’s so far from Daniel. I grab my phone, checking the time to see that I have to get ready for work. I’m only working half a shift today, maybe then I’ll have time to pack. I slowly get out of bed, careful not to wake Daniel up. I ruffle through my bag, wanting to put some pants on. “Mm, I can’t wait to wake up to this every morning one day” A raspy voice comes from behind me. “Oh shush” I laugh, shaking my head. “It’s actually been a sort of dream I’ve had since I was little. My wife and I cooking breakfast in the morning. Me in a pair of sweatpants, you in my oversized t-shirt with a cute messy bun and no makeup” He smiles, his eyes tired. “Go back to bed” I shake my head, walking into his bathroom to change and get ready. When I
Today was the worst. Daniel had practice all day and I had to work all day. We were both so busy and I can’t even see him tonight. My phone sounds telling me I have a new text. Daniel: Baby Me: Daniel. Hey, what’s up? Daniel: I love you so f?cking much Me: I love you too hun. Is everything okay? Daniel: Nope Me: What’s going on? Daniel: Gotta go. Kisses I stare at my phone, confusion covering my face. I quickly dial Daniel’s number. It goes straight to voicemail. “Cody, I’m going to Daniel” I grab my keys, water, wallet, and phone charger and rush out the door. On my way I call Kylie, her voicemail greeting me. I get even more worried. Kylie always answers everyone right away. I hesitate to go faster than the speed limit, images of what happened last time flash through my brain. I ignore them, seeing the huge hill that leads to Daniel’s house. Soon enough I pull up to the house, rushing out to see a single car in the driveway. The house is silent except for the silent h
I wake up with a sharp pain in my lower abdomen. Great. Daniel’s not in the bed, he must be downstairs. I get out of bed, trying to ignore the shooting pain. Surprisingly there’s not a stain. Thank God. “F?ck” I mumble, dragging myself into the bathroom, ransacking the medicine cabinet. “Kisses? What are you doing? Are you okay?” Kylie asks, seeing my pained expression. I shake my head. “Can I borrow a pad and some Midol or something?” I lean against the sink. It’s never been this bad. “Yeah, sure” Kylie nods, running to grab the stuff. “I don’t have any Midol, I have Advil though” She holds the pad out to me. “No, that’s fine. Thank you” I take it from her and quickly change only to see there’s nothing to change. “Are you sure you’re okay?” Kylie asks from the other side of the door. “What’s wrong?” Daniel’s panicked voice asks. “I’m-“ I start before a horrible feeling overcomes me. Soon, I’m doubled over the toilet. “Oh my gosh,” Daniel rushes over to me, holding my h
I woke up to Daniel’s cold fingertips running up and down my bare thighs. I turn over, smiling up at his peaceful looking face. “Good morning babe” He kisses my forehead. “Good morning Mr. Green” I giggle as his fingers tickle my sides. He smiles before checking his watch. “I need to go to practice and then see Ms. Price. Kylie said she’s not doing great. I’ll come back over tonight when I’m done” He grabs his clothes and slips them on before tossing a baseball hat on his head and going into the bathroom. Yesterday was awful. My mom wants my forgiveness but I don’t know what to do. She seems better, but I can’t trust them. My father is a lost cause. He’s just as bad sober, as he was drunk. I’m reminded of the awful night terror I probably woke the whole house up with last night. When he comes back out he sits on the bed next to me, caressing my cheek. His shirt fits like a glove, showing every muscle and feature of his that I adore. I have to stop myself from drooling over him.
~Daniel’s P.O.V~ Words are spewing out of Kisses mother’s mouth faster than a volcano erupts. I’m watching Kisses, knowing her walls are slowly breaking and her heart is racing. I wrap my arm around her waist, whispering in her ear, ‘Deep breaths’ She nods, leaning into my chest. “Daniel, sweetie, thank you for protecting my daughter. I don’t know what I would do without you” She turns her attention over to me. I nod, withholding from the long line of profanities I wish to let out. “I know you don’t like me, and that’s understandable. But I hope you both will forgive me” She continues. Neither of us answer and she presses the issue. I can feel Kisses slipping away. Each word her mother says, more and more pressure is being put on me to hold her up. She physically is struggling to be present in the conversation, I can only imagine how she is feeling mentally. “Mom, please” She whispers, her grip on my arm tightening. “Kisses, you need to forgive me. You’re my only daughter. You’
Today was such a stressful day at work. The business has been increasing and there has been hardly anyone working with me. Most of the day I’m alone or have one co-worker with me. “Hey, Sydney can I talk to you?” I knock on her door. “Yeah, of course. What’s up?” She motions for me to sit. “I’m sorry, and I know it’s not my place but it’s getting very busy” My voice gets low. I can’t afford to be fired but it can’t go on like this. “I know. I’m sorry, I have three people in for tomorrow and I’ll take you off. Take the day tomorrow, please. I’ll pay you your normal and send you the check in the mail. Don’t worry about it. I’ve been trying to get dependable people on but no one’s showing up. I did increase your pay for the last two weeks because of how hard you’ve been working” She gives me a sincere smile. “Oh, no. I can come in tomorrow, it’s not a problem. Thank you. So much” I nod. “No, please take the day off. You need it. You look exhausted. Now go, watch a movie or hang out