Learning to Trust Again

Chapter 11

Meryl woke up a little sad but also excited. Today was the first of her last three shows. She was happy that they had a show tonight but this was the beginning of the end. Her morning routine was normal. Maks was all over her though. He kept wanting to make sure she was feeling ok and that she was going to be ok to skate today. She was actually feeling really well today. Sure, she still had morning sickness but it was fast and the gross feeling didn't last long. She was sure glad about that.

Maks on the other had, didn't have that great of a morning, He was stressing all morning. He knew that this was the only time he'd get to be with Meryl today until after the show. He was worried because he was not going to be with her to keep her safe. He knew she knew what she is not allowed to do but it still scares him that she is skating while pregnant. All he wants to do it be by her side and keep her safe.

"Maks, come on. Let's go to breakfast."

"Are you sure you're going to be ok to skate today Princess? Will our little one going be ok?"

"Oh, our little one. I like that. We'll be fine. Now come on. We are both hungry"

"Oh alright. Let's go."

When they get to the elevator, Charlie and Tanith are standing there waiting.

"Good morning you too. You two ready for the show today?" Maks asks.

"Sure are."

"I know someone who is not..." Meryl looks at Maks with a sly smile on her face.

"I'm just worried. I'm excited to watch you all dance but I'm worried about Meryl and the baby."

"Maks. She'll be fine. I'm going to take care of her I promise."

"Thank you Charlie. If I can't be there, I trust you to be there."

"Well this is getting real deep for this early in the morning. We haven't even eaten breakfast yet." Meryl looked back and forth between Maks and Charlie.

"Good thing we are in the lobby now. Let's go" Tanith said as she pulled Charlie out of the elevator.

The four ate a hardy breakfast. When it was time to leave Maks couldn't let go of Meryl. He pulled her into a tight hug and didn't want to let go.

"Maks, babe, I promise I'll be fine. I'll call you as often as I can."

"Promise me you'll take breaks and not over do it. Listen to your body."

"I promise Maks. Now please..." She kissed him. "Let me go!"

"Alright." He kissed her and let her go. "Charlie, Tanith, please keep an eye on her today."

"We will."

"Have a good time with my mom and your parents today teddy bear. I love you."

"I love you too." Charlie and Tanith shared knowing looks at each other.

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Back at the hotel, Maks finalized the plans for lunch with Cheryl and his parents and is grandma. He decided to go to a restaurant near by. He also decided to invite Jacqui to the lunch so that she wasn't left behind. He sent a text to everyone and set the time for lunch at 1pm. He decided to figure out what he was going to wear tonight to the show. He decided to go out and shop for a nice outfit. He waned something new to impress her with after the show.

Maks walked down to a nice shop and searches for a nice shirt. He finds a teal button up shirt. It was perfect. He found a nice pair of dark wash jeans to wear along with it. He had a nice pair of black dress shoes that would go perfectly with his outfit. When he got back to the hotel, there was an hour before he planned on leaving to pick up Cheryl and Jacqui and meet his family at the restaurant. He took a nice shower and freshened up.