RONNELL POVSmith cleared his throat before speaking. “I'm sorry Ronnell but I don't know what Blair has been telling you, that is not exactly how things went down. I had to come back to the Netherlands to—-”I raised a brow. “To what? What possible reason could you have for abandoning Blair with a damn house you knew damn well that you had placed on collateral? You knew that she would be left with nothing but you still did what you wanted, didn't you?”He held up his hand. “Not everything is as simple as that. I know that I made a few mistakes, but if you speak to Blair, you will know that I'm trying very hard to make things right. Blair and the baby would be coming here—-”“What is his name?”“His mouth fell open. “what?”“The baby. What's his name?”He stared at me, and I practically saw his brain trying to shake off a thick coating of dust so he could use it. But it was of no use. “I… don't know. But that isn't the point.”“You're right. The point is, you are a deadbeat, and if y
BLAIR POV"Ronnell," My breath caught in my throat as I spotted him amidst the crowd. My heart pounded so violently, that I thought it might burst. As he approached, I realized I was still clutching the silly sign with his name scrawled across it. Two weeks felt like an eternity. Any resistance I'd built up to his magnetic pull had vanished. The sight of him sent a shiver down my spine, and seeing him again made my knees weak for so many reasons.Firstly, I missed him.Secondly, I intended to inform him that Nathan is his son and share the reasons that led me to conceal this information initially.Thirdly, I planned on leaving his house.Finally, he made it to me, dropping his bag at our feet. Knuckles underneath his jaw, he tipped my head back."My princess, you look stunning.""Hi, Ronnell. Thanks," I replied, blushing."You're the one who's a sight for sore eyes.""Aw, stop it. You're too kind."“Hey, what are you doing just standing there? Come hug me.” I walked right into his wa
RONNELL POVNathan had been sobbing for nearly a minute before I could bring myself to pick him up. In all my years, I had never imagined my heart could shatter so completely or that such a tiny creature could have such a profound effect on me.But as quickly as he had broken my heart, he gave me a new life. Pulling back, my baby boy gazed at me, little teardrops clinging to his long lashes, his beautiful eyes. Then, without warning, he dove into my neck, squirming his tiny body closer and closer.Holy Christ, I had almost broken down in my own tears. Blair's thoughtful welcome home gesture melted my heart. She had decorated the living room with festive balloons, twinkling lights, and a banner that read, 'Welcome home, Ronnell.' As if that wasn't enough, she had also baked a delicious cake with the same message.Never had I received such a welcome from someone.No one…Only her.The three of us kept each other close for the remainder of the day. Even while Blair was nursing, Nathan
RONNELL POVThe paper, still trembling in my grasp, held a revelation that shattered my whole world. I'd been duped, played for a fool. I never saw this coming. My mind raced as I stared at the words yet again, a cold dread settling in my gut. How could I have been so blind? Had I been stupid all along?What happened to smart, collected, and intelligent Ronnell?I gaped at the test results all over again.PATERNITY PROBABILITY: 99%Blair burst through the doorway, her phone gripped tightly, her face a mask of horror. “I was going to tell you.” She hesitated, her voice barely a whisper, as she stepped into the room. 'I was going to tell you…” She repeated while she strode towards me but I backed away.“You were going to tell me what?” I demanded, my voice rising. “When did you find out? Why haven't you said anything until now? Wait, if I hadn't found this, you wouldn't have said anything right?”"I'm very disappointed that you were still upset about me meeting Smith when he wasn't even
RONNELL POVThe dim, amber glow of my office lamp cast long shadows across my face, a stark contrast to the swirling storm outside. I watched the rain streak down the windowpane, each droplet a reminder of the storm brewing within me.I was foolish, utterly foolish, to believe that Blair and I could be something. What had I been thinking, inviting another woman into my life, especially after everything that had happened? I'd learned my lesson, hadn't I? Or was I doomed to repeat the same relationship mistakes?With a bitter laugh, I lifted my glass of wine, the liquid sloshing against the sides. The taste was sharp and bitter, a fitting reflection of my mood. I took a long, contemplative sip, the warmth spreading through my body. It was a temporary respite from the cold, bleak reality that had settled over me.I slumped back into the soft leather couch, my gaze wandering aimlessly around the room. The once-familiar surroundings felt alien, cold, and empty. I ran a hand through my hair
BLAIR POVFuck____I felt utterly heartbroken as I left Ronnell's home under such hostile circumstances. My mistake had been a colossal one, but the coldness in his eyes and the deliberate distance he maintained cut deeper than any wounds could. Tears welled up, threatening to spill over, but I fought to hold them back. My attempts at conversation were met with silence, and the security guards' efficient removal of my belongings made it painfully clear that he wanted nothing to do with me.I stepped inside my home, my mind still swirling from last night's confrontation. Despite my efforts to talk to him after he returned, he seemed completely uninterested in engaging. Frustrated and exhausted, I slammed the door shut, placed Nathan in his rocker, and headed to bed. I hoped for a few hours of uninterrupted rest before the demands of my day began.After a few hours of deep sleep, Nathan’s cries jolted me awake. A glance at the clock showed it was 11 AM. Hurrying downstairs, I spotted a
BLAIR POVAs I stepped out of the elevator, I was greeted by my assistant's cheerful smile. Her gaze flickered towards my closed office door before returning to me. “There's a woman here to see you, sir” she announced. "She said you told her she could drop by this morning.'""Did she happen to mention her name?"She shook her head, her lips pressed together tightly. "I apologize, sir. I assumed that if you were aware of her presence, you'd prefer me to simply send her in. I can easily ask her to leave."As much as it annoys me that she let a random woman into my office without gathering more information about her, I'm trying my best not to be a hard ass today. I give her a strained smile and nod my head. “That's not necessary, I will handle it, thank you.” While I walk straight ahead, she turns to the right and takes a seat at her large desk, fidgeting on the computer chair slightly.Who on earth could be meeting me this early?" I pondered, racking my brain for any hint of a scheduled
BLAIR POVWith only two hours until my flight, I was feeling a bit overwhelmed by my packed luggage. But now that I've gotten everything sorted, I'm starting to relax. Since leaving Ronnell's company, I've been making a conscious effort to prioritize my health and fitness. For now, though, I'm going to focus on enjoying the flight and letting go of any remaining stress.The thought cheered me up, and I hurried over to Nathan’s bassinet to pick him up. He was crying again, his tooth obviously bothering him. I felt so sorry for the little guy."Hey there, my little buddy. Want to go for a ride?" I asked, but his tears only intensified. I smiled softly and pressed a kiss to the bridge of his nose. A chuckle escaped my lips as he began to suck on my open neck, seeking comfort for his aching tooth. There's nothing quite like Nathan to soothe my worries.As I fastened the baby carrier to my chest, I quickly gathered a few bags, knowing Samuel would be here in just three minutes. As I swung