CHAPTER 48- Decision
Demi's POV
The next morning I woke up with Nicko's arms around my waist, him snoring lightly in my ear. I smiled and ran my fingers through the hair at the bottom of his neck, stroking the contour of his jawline with my other hand. His eyes fluttered open at my touch and he smiled, nuzzling his nose into my neck.
"Goodmorning Love." He said sleepily.
"Goodmorning Handsome." I replied happily.
Nick rolled onto his back and looked down, "Sorry about last night. I was going a little crazy."
I furrowed my brow and shook my head, "Baby it's fine. I understand and I know you were just scared and hurting. Please don't be afraid to ever talk to me about anything okay?"
He nodded and leaned over to kiss me, "I'm sorry. Next time I'll talk before I drink."
I smiled, "Good."
Nicko kissed me again, and let his lips linger on mine as he pressed his body against mine. I cupped his cheeks and entangled my fingers in his hair, inhaling sharply as my body began to respond to his touch. Just as things were getting more heated Mia's cries came through the baby monitor and he groaned, letting his head drop down to my shoulder. "She's such a cockblock."
I giggled and patted his ass as I got up, "Let's not forget who's c.ock made her."
He chuckled and rolled over, "It takes two to tango."
I smiled and rolled my eyes, walking out of the room to get Mia, cooing as I picked her up and walked back to where Nicko was. He was on the balcony, talking on the phone, so I leaned against some pillows, keeping Mia on my chest as I smiled down at her. After a few minutes, Nicko walked back in. He was smiling, but seemed wary, like he was nervous about something.
"Who was that?" I asked, picking Mia up and nuzzling my nose with hers.
Nicko sighed, "Paul."
Paul was his manager, "What did he say?"
Nicko bit his lip, "He wanted to talk to me about a movie deal."
"Movie?" I sat up straight and placed Mia on her back on the bed, giving her my fingers to play with. "What movie?"
He shrugged, "It was only a slim chance of me getting it, so I didn't want to tell everyone and get my hopes up, so I sent in a audition tape. They liked me, and the fact that I could sing, so they offered me the lead role, and the opportunity to produce the soundtrack."
My mouth fell open, "Baby that's amazing! Holy shit!" I pulled his mouth to mine and smiled against his lips, "I'm so proud of you."
He pulled away slightly, "I still haven't told them yes."
I furrowed my brow, "What? Why? This is an amazing opportunity."
He rolled his eyes slightly, "Demi it's a big deal, and it'll take me away from you and Mia for a little. I didn't want to make any big decisions without talking to you about it."
I smiled and stroked his cheek, "We'll make it work. Baby we're strong now. We got this. Call him back and say you'll do it."
Nicko looked down, "There is one more thing." He met my gaze, "It's a love interest film, and the plot line takes us all around the world. I'll be away for a long time."
I closed my eyes, "How long will it take you away from me?"
He lifted my chin with his finger and I opened my eyes to look at him fearfully, "Six months minimum. I can do all of the producing and soundtrack from New York. I'm gonna visit though, I promise, and you can come to me."
I could feel a lump forming in my throat, "Six months? Minimum? So it could be longer? What's the maximum?"
He swallowed, "A year. I know it sounds bad, but we can make it work. I know we can. Just like you said, we're stronger."
I put my head in my hands, "I don't know. I mean it's an amazing opportunity, but I'm going to miss you so much." I looked down at Mia, "You'll miss so much of her development."
He bowed his head, "I know. That's why I didn't say yes right away. I want to be the father I didn't have."
I pulled him into my arms, "I'll support whatever you decide. We can make it work. I want you to do this baby. We'll FaceTime and see each other as much as we can."
He nodded, "Are you absolutely positive?"
I nodded, "Yes. I'm sure."
He kissed my forehead, "I promise you, I won't let go of us, no matter what happens."
I closed my eyes and rested my head on his shoulder, looking over at Mia. "I love you."
He smiled, "I love you too. So much."
"Do you know when filming starts?"
He shrugged, "They have all the permits and venues, it's basically just waiting on my answer for photoshoots and promo. Probably two months after I give my answer because we need the trailer."
I inhaled sharply, "I only have two more months with you?"
Nicko rubbed my back, "I know it sounds bad, but we can do this."
I rubbed my eyes and nodded, "You're right. We can do this." I stood up and scooped Mia into my arms, "Do you mind watching her for a bit? I want to get a workout in."
He nodded, "Of course." I slipped Mia into his arms and paused at the door, looking back at my family as Nicko played with our daughter, a soft smile on his face. I hope we could get through this. I couldn't handle another heartbreak. I needed us to last. I needed him.
As I worked out, I thought about how Nicko would soon be leaving me. The more I thought about it, the less I was okay with it. I didn't want to be unsupportive, but at the same time six months is so long. Mia changes so much in a week, she needs to know who her daddy is. I didn't want her to miss out on having him there for her when she was young.
I should've opened my mouth, I should've said something. It would've saved me so much heartbreak.
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