Unexpected you

Chapter 44

It's been two weeks since Lucas jumped on the plane and headed for New York, and I miss him something awful. I couldn't believe how lucky I was when Lucas took me back into his arms despite all of the pain that I caused him. I wish that I could pack my belongings and go live with him in New York, but that's not an option for me at the moment. Plus—It isn't a part of our current plan. For now, we talk twice a day on the phone, and I promised to send him a letter once a week.

Our first call of the day usually takes place around seven am in the morning, and we make sure to never miss a day. It's normally a conversation that consists of a good morning, I miss you and have a great day. Our second call is at eight pm, just before bedtime, and that's when we talk the most. So far, it's working out.

The day he left for New York was both sad and beautiful. We made love for almost two hours that morning, and because he wasn't due at the airport until til two pm, we stayed in bed for a while and planned out the next few months.we feel so much better about our relationship and the future now. Especially with his mom on our side.

Lucas had suggested abandoning his new job and staying in Chicago several times as we laid in bed, but I wasn't going to allow that. It had been one of the reason why I walked away the second time, and I let him know right there and then that that would be a deal breaker. I will never allow him to sacrifice for me like that, and I've always known that this opportunity is important to him.

We are back together now, and nothing else, including distance, can break us apart. I won't let it baby. I promised him as I laid on his chest. By the time we sat down for breakfast, Lucas seemed to be relaxed about the situation and that meant a lot to me.

Because he had no "to do's", and had all of his belongings in order and packed, the remaining time we had was spent holding each other, and sharing ideas about how and when we would see each other. A long distance relationship would surely be hard, but doable for sure.

Lucas did offer to fly back on weekends when and if he was off of work, and that was perfect for me. Because I have Sofie who's currently in her terrible two's, and so traveling is something that is much harder for me to do. On the drive to the airport, we also discussed Sofie and I moving down to New York, but that's not feasible at the moment. Also, I had lots to do and to figure out before actually really considering the idea. This possible option would have to be very carefully planned, and I would have to talk to Shawn about it. I wouldn't care to tell him anything at all really, but the latest court decision has us working together on any Sofie related issues. And all because he's paying child support now. A mere sixty five dollars a month. It's a slap in the face and I don't know he's getting away with it, but I can't do much about it. The system really does fail you sometimes.

Shawn wasn't going to make any of this easy, and Lucas and I knew that it was going to be our biggest challenge yet, but we are ready.

Im standing at the bus stop and glancing down the street as I panicked over being late for work. If this bus isn't here within the next five minutes, I will surely have to call a cab—because I can't be late. We have lots of reservations today and everyone at work is counting on me to assist in making sure that the night runs smoothly.

As I continued to look down the street in hopes to see a bus, Shawn pulls up in front of the bus stop and exited his car. How strange! Especially when I was just thinking of him, and how I would go about mentioning a possible move to New York. He looks red and infuriated, and my stomach immediately turns. I haven't seen that face in quite some time and suddenly, I recalled how nervous it made me.

I freeze on the spot, anxiety and trembling hands taking over as he darts my way. Get in the car! He demands and grabs me by the arm, squeezing it so hard, I naturally yelp from the pain.