These babies moved a lot!They weren’t kicking yet, but just moving around, getting all situated in my stomach I guess. It was amazing. It was just little flutters but they felt so big. I also imagined I had more fluttering than most considering I was carrying twins. “You okay?” Skyler asked. “Oh, yeah, more fluttering! These peanuts are moving around like crazy!”“That’s so cool,” She smiled. “So pregnancy is…nice?”“I mean it’s a pain sometimes, honestly. The back twinging and the sore boobs and wanting to fuck anything that breathes in my direction. Oh and not drinking! You’re so lucky you get to drink!”“I hear that a lot.”“Are you okay?” I questioned. “You seem off.”She forced a smile to her face. “Oh yeah, of course. Just wedding stuff and all of that. I have a doctor’s appointment and it’s a lot, but nothing like what you’re going through.”I rubbed my stomach. “Ugh doctor’s appointments have become my life! I swear I see Dr. Conner more than I see my boss.” I laughed. “Ar
I looked over at Grayson to see if he was upset.There was a smile on his face and tears in his eyes. “We’re having a little girl.”I nodded. “Is that okay?”“It’s perfect.” He hugged me. “It’s so fucking perfect.”He let me go and I turned and hugged Lee.“This is everything I’ve ever wanted,” Lee whispered. “You and a beautiful boy.”Everyone swarmed us, congratulating us. It was kind of overwhelming, but it was exciting too. Dad hugged me. “I’m so happy for you, Scarlett. Now you don’t have to have any more kids huh?”I laughed. “That’s what I was thinking. You look good Dad.”I meant it too. He looked healthier than ever and there was a certain light in his eyes and a pep in his step. “I feel good. For the first time in so long.” He grinned. “And I have this man to thank!”He grabbed Joel by his shoulders and brought him over.“No, Scott, you’re doing all the work,” Joel said proudly. “Scarlett, you’re a vision really.”“Thanks, Joel. And thanks for coming. No date?”“Oh, I’m no
More than ever I wasn’t excited for my birthday. It was going to be my first birthday since I was sixteen that I couldn’t drink or rage. I was having a calm, grown up birthday. Sure all my family and friends would be there and that was great, but I still wanted to take shots and yell and dance the night away. “What do you want for your birthday?” Skyler asked. “To be able to drink.”“Okay, something that’s obtainable.”“I don’t know. I don’t really want or need for anything, you know? I have two billionaire boyfriends and I live in a mini mansion. I don’t want baby stuff since we still have the shower coming up. I just…I don’t know.” I sighed. “Are you usually this depressed on your birthday?”“Absolutely.”Skyler chuckled. “You’ll have a great day, I’m sure. Grayson and Lee will make it so special for you.“Yeah, that’s what I’m worried about,” I whispered. “They have been arguing about this party for days, I have no idea what it’ll be like.”“If it’s horrible I’ll kidnap you an
“I look hideous.”“You look beautiful,”“I look like a wad of toilet paper!” Skyler whined. “Then it’s not the dress, right?” I asked. “On to the next one.”“Yeah, I guess.”“Sky, girl what’s wrong? You’re getting married to the love of your life!”“What if I can’t…what if I don’t make Avery happy the way a wife should?” She asked, her eyes filling with tears.“What do you mean?”“I’ve put that man through so much with my addiction and I’m just…I don’t want to hurt him anymore.”“Avery loves you so much! And you’ve been so good with your recovery. You’re allowed to be happy, Skyler, you know that right? You get to have a long full life and you deserve it. You’re gonna get everything you’ve ever wanted.”“You think so?” She whispered. “I know so,” I wiped her tears. “This should be a happy time!”“You’re right, it should be! I’m marrying the love of my life!”“Yes, and then you’re going to be popping out babies!”“Yeah…yeah. Hopefully. Um…let me get out of this.” Skyler hurried back
“What?” I whispered. “No there’s no way!”“I just confronted him Scarlett, he blew up at me and stormed off. Someone else will have to accept that award. I have to go find him.”“I should go too,”“No, you shouldn’t. You don’t need to be pregnant wandering the streets, just accept the award for him.” Joel insisted. “I got this.”I nodded and he hurried off.“What’s wrong?” Grayson whispered. “My dad is drinking,” I breathed. “Shit,” Lee sighed. “Should we go find him?”I shook my head. “Joel said he would handle it. I can’t believe this.”“Do we cancel the shower tomorrow?” “No, we can’t. People are already coming. Hopefully Joel will have found him by then.” Grayson stated. “And now we welcome to the stage the recipient of Professor of the Year! Scott Watson.”“Where’s your father?” Sophia asked. “I’ll explain later,” I hissed before walking up to the stage. “Hello! Obviously, I am not Scott Watson.”Everyone laughed. “I’m his daughter, Scarlett and I will be accepting this awa
“I’m sorry I’m late,” Dad slurred. He was wearing the same suit he had on last night. It was wrinkled and messy. I couldn’t even imagine what he had gone through last night.“Call Joel,” I whispered to Lee. “Dad, um, let’s go to the guest room.”“No, sweetie! I want to make a toast!” He grabbed a glass of champagne.“That’s okay, Daddy, we don’t have to.”“Come on! It’s not everyday your daughter is knocked up by two men!”I looked around. Everyone looked highly uncomfortable. “Um, Scott, we’re not doing toasts just yet,” Grayson said delicately. “Maybe we can wait.”“I have to say this now,” Dad gestured for him to be quiet. “So we know why we’re here. My beautiful and smart daughter got knocked up by two very rich men! Lucky girl huh? I always knew Scarlett was destined for great things. She was always the smartest in her classes.”“That was great Dad,” I forced a laugh. “Maybe we can-”“Not done yet Scarlight,” He grinned drunkenly. “I’m so proud of my girl. She was a drug addict
Joel finally caught up to my dad.There was a brawl that ended with Dad getting arrested. Grayson and Lee bailed him out. He then had to come stay with us considering Sophia was done with him. She was filing for divorce. She said she couldn’t subject Gerald to this kind of behavior.She was doing what my mother should have.Dad sat across from me at the table. He was very much nursing a hangover. Joel sat next to him, nervously playing with his sponsor card. “Why did you do it?” I asked finally.“I just wanted to celebrate,” Dad whispered. “It was supposed to be one drink and then…it just got out of control.”“Scott…we all have shortcomings sometimes-”“I have a hangover, Joel, I am not in the mood for your daily affirmations bullshit.” Dad grumbled. “Hey, he doesn’t have to be here right now,” I snapped. “He could have left you in that bar, but instead he tried to help you!”Dad didn’t say anything.“As I was saying, this doesn’t mean that your sober journey is over, Scott. You jus
There I was bloated, cranky, and sitting at a table with the exes of the father of my children. And I couldn’t drink.Peachy.“This is so funny!” Lisa giggled. “Like what are the odds?”“I’d say the same odds as me getting pregnant by two men at the same time,” I answered. “So crazy to think about,” Rebecca stated. “Just a year ago Lee and I were doing naughty things on a balcony and now he’s going to be a father!”“A balcony?” I asked Lee.“It was a weird time for me.” He answered. “I mean it was after you dumped us both.”“Oh for sure,” Rebecca agreed. “I was definitely a rebound, but I sure didn’t mind being used.”She bit her lip and smiled at Lee. This was just insane. “I just can’t believe the man I thought I’d marry is now having a baby,” Lisa shook her head. “Oh remember Gray, we would sit under the stars and plan out our whole lives.”“Yep,” Grayson cleared his throat. “I do recall.”“Oh remember last year when we were together? Spring Break…after that night I sure thought
“Lee, I will never forgive you!” “Don’t be like this Scarlett.” “You are completely out of line!” “He’s my son!” Lee exclaimed. “He’s mine too!” I shot back. “You had no right to do this!” “Oh get over it!” “Hey, what’s going on?” Grayson asked, entering the room. “Look what he did to my son!” I whined. Grayson looked into the playpen and saw that Julian had a mohawk. Grayson laughed. “Woah buddy, you look great!” I gasped. “No, he looks crazy!” “I told you, Scar, he looks good.” Lee said smugly. “He really wanted it too.” “He’s three years old, he doesn’t know what he wants!” “You told me to get him a haircut. You said it was a father and son thing and I did it!” “I didn't know you were going to bring me back a punk rock child!” I groaned. “What happened to my prince?” “Mommy!” Julian smiled. “Look my hair!” “See, he loves it, Scarlett. It’s gonna grow back anyways.” Lee said. I sighed as I picked Julian up. “I guess you’re so handsome, you can pull it off.” “Do
I held onto my decision for two weeks. I know that sounds horrible, but I had to make sure that I was certain in my decision. I didn’t have sex with the guys, becuase that felt horrible knowing I was going to break up with one of them. I had also done something kind of big without telling the guys. I just thought it was the best decision. No one knew I had made a real decision. I didn’t want to jinx it like last time. I just kept going about my life, making sure that who I chose was who I really wanted. Every single night I went to sleep, my choice was confirmed. I knew who I wanted and it was time to tell everyone else too.The babies were asleep and we were having lunch. “Can I talk to you guys about something?” I asked. “Of course,” Grayson put his phone down. “What’s up?” Lee questioned. “So…I did something. Um…I had the house across the street bought.” I announced. “What? Why?” “How?” Grayson asked. “Both of your parents, actually.”“So…why did you do that babe?” “So,
“Are you ready to meet your new best friend?” Lee asked Julian as he got him dressed. “You’re gonna meet Auntie Skyler and Uncle Avery’s new baby. Are you excited?”Julian merely laughed in response and kicked his legs. “I’m so excited to meet this little guy!” I sighed. “I still don’t even know his name.”“Well, Skyler didn’t get to do a baby shower or gender reveal, so this is like a big reveal for her.”“I can’t believe she’s a mom now! I’m so excited for her!” I looked at the clock. “Shit we’re late!”“Scarlett, language!” Lee scolded. “We are in the presence of innocent ears.”“Julian cannot understand me when I say ‘shit’.”“You don’t know that. Children understand lots of things.”“You’re right. Sorry Julian. Darn it all to heck, we are late.” I kissed them both. “Gray? Are you and Joy ready?”“Almost,” Grayson called back. “And now we are!”I went to his room and saw him showing Joy herself in the mirror. She looked quite perplexed with her reflection. “Where did she get tha
“What’s going on now?” Lee asked. “Sophia is also in labor right now. My siblings have started their rivalry very early!”“Oh this is going to be insane.” “I know right? Why don’t you just drop me off and then take Julian home?”“Are you sure?”“Yeah, I’ll be fine. Robbie and my dad will be there. Julian has had an eventful enough day, I think.”“Wait, they're having their babies at the same hospital too?” Lee questioned. “Do they want that hospital to still be standing after they’re done?”“Hopefully they’ll be so busy pushing children out they won’t have a chance to yell at each other. You and Grayson can handle the kids right?”“Of course we can. It’ll be fine.” Lee assured me. “Don’t worry about anything except for your new siblings, okay?”“Alright. Just don’t burn down the house.” I chuckled. We arrived at the hospital and I turned around to look at Julian. “You be a good boy for Daddy, okay? Mommy loves you.”“He loves you too,” Lee smiled. “And so do I.” He kissed me. “I l
Lee or Grayson?Grayson or Lee?Windsor or Wrenford?Super hot billionaire who was the father of my baby or…super hot billionaire who was the father of my baby. No wonder this was so goddamn hard. I was comparing perfection with perfection.Only they weren't perfect right? They had flaws. Everyone did. But I loved their flaws too. I loved their differences and the way they were the same and how much they loved me. I could see two timelines unfolding every time I looked at them. But that was nothing new. None of this was. This was the same old song and dance I’d been doing for over a year.Wasn’t I tired yet?“You sound like a broken record,” Skyler shook her head. “I cannot believe after all this time you haven't chosen.”“That’s easy for you to say. You met your soulmate at a party and there was only one of him. I fell in love with two amazing men who impregnated me at the same time!”“So if only one of them got you pregnant, would you have really been happy with that guy?”“Of cou
I walked over to Grayson quickly. “Can I talk to you?” I asked.“Um, sure. Lee’s got the babies. What’s up?”“No, I need to talk to you alone.”I pulled Grayson out of the ballroom, down the hall to where Faye had gotten ready. I made sure to lock the door before turning to him. “What’s wrong?” Grayson asked. I smiled. “Nothing.”Before Grayson could speak again, I had reached out and pulled him to me for a kiss. He gave in easily as he always did. I pulled off his suit jacket as quickly as I could. “Woah, Scar…are we about to have sex?” Grayson mumbled against my lips. “You catch on fast.”“Here? Oh I missed this side of you.”Grayson lifted me off my feet and I wrapped my legs around his torso as he backed into the couch. By the time he sat down, I had his shirt completely open. I didn’t plan on taking it off, but I wanted to feel his abs. I moved my lips to Grayson’s neck. Hearing him whimper was making me even hotter. I had missed his sounds of pleasure and his eager hands o
Dressing a baby in nice clothes is extremely hard. They move too much and clearly don’t like the restriction of their clothes, so they lash out by screaming. “Joy, sweetie, please,” Grayson sighed. “It’s a really nice dress, why are you so upset?”“I don’t think she likes the socks.” I stated. “But they’re frilly and cute.”“Scar, can you do the clasps on Julian’s shirt?” Lee questioned. “I’m sorry, but his crying is making me feel like I’m hurting him.”“Yeah, one second,” I mumbled. There was just too much going on! I was only half dressed and all I could hear was screaming.I rushed over to Julian who was squirming and crying loudly. “Okay, honey, let’s get you dressed.”I quickly clasped up shirt, trying to ignore how miserable he looked. I knew he was tired, but it was better if he was asleep during the actual wedding. I feel bad keeping the babies awake, but it would be worth it. Then after their little nap during the ceremony, they could be awake and doted on during the r
Lee was smiling like crazy. After he won the coin toss he was giddy and had a pep in his step. Sex really can change someone’s mood, even if they hadn’t had it yet. “I would like to have sex before Faye’s wedding,” Lee informed me. “Why?” I asked. “Because I know how you get about romance and weddings, it makes you horny. But then you’ll feel like doing it with Grayson and not me, since it will have been his mom’s wedding.”“You think Grayson’s birth mother getting married is going to make me horny?” “Yes, I’m sure of it.”I laughed. “Um okay, what about tonight?”“Tonight sounds perfect.” He wrapped his arms around my waist. “Grayson will watch the kids and you’ll watch me rock your world.”I kissed him. “And I’ll be on my back the whole time.”“Just the way I like you.” Lee kissed me again. “What are we doing tonight?” Grayson walked in the living room, causing me and Lee to break apart. “Um, Lee and I are gonna hang out.” I stated. “Ah. So I’m on kid duty tonight?” “Sounds
A year ago I was miserable.I had just checked into rehab and I didn’t want to be there. I was sick and shaky and dying for just one pill. I thought I was going to die. But I didn’t. Now I was a mom of two beautiful children who were my entire life. For the first time in many years, drugs were the furthest thing from my mind. I didn’t crave lines and pills and endless parties. I just wanted to take care of my babies. “Scarlett!” Grayson called. “Come quick!”My eyes shot open. I quickly realized the guys had let me sleep in. Something must be wrong now!I jumped out of bed and hurried down to the living room. “What’s wrong?” I asked. “Is everything okay?”“She laughed, babe,” Grayson smiled. “Joy laughed at me.”“But you’re not funny.”“She thinks I am.”I bent over her crib and nearly fainted. She was smiling as she babbled. “Hi princess. You’re laughing now?” I asked. Tears came to my eyes as she giggled, looking up at me. “Am I funny to you? Do I make you laugh?”“Our baby