Chapter 17

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Originally  Updated: August 4, 2016
Updated: August 14, 2022

It's been two weeks since we all got that letter from Wade. Mom had to convince Jenna and I to come, me mostly because I didn't want to hear the comments that were sure to come about my pregnancy, Jenna more so because she genuinely wasn't interested in seeing him ever again unless absolutely need be. I closed the door to mom's car looking up at the jail. It was a lot bigger and nothing of what I expected it to be. The tall red bricked building had windows looked like slits, and they circled the whole building.
"This place looks a little creepy," I said as Jenna, Mom, and I walked up to the entrance.
"It's perfect for him," Mom said pursing her lips. We get past security with no problems, and sit down at the iron table.
"This is weird, I didn't think we would ever see him again. I didn't want to." Jenna crossed her arms huffing softly.
"I thought we'd hear him out, that's it." Mom explained. We waited for another five minutes before they brought him in. Jail looked like it hadn't been kind to him at all. His once ear length hair was buzzed, his cheeks were bruised and sunken in slightly, and there was a cast on his wrist. The other inmates must've found out why he's locked up.

The more he drew closer, the more I felt my heart race and my palms sweat because he stared at me with unblinking eyes, obviously shocked at my baby bump.

Here we go...what is he going to say to me?

Just being in the same room as him gave me anxiety. My leg began to bounce as I played with my fingers wishing Vic was here to make me feel more protected.
"I didn't think you guys would actually pay me a visit," Wade grumbled finally tearing his eyes from my body as he sat down.
"Well the kids and I were willing to hear you out." Mom kept a hard expression on her features as she crossed her arms, her and Jenna mirroring each other now.
He laughed lightly, it was almost making me cringe. "You guys look just alike," He said looking between Mom and Jenna, trying to lighten the mood, but it didn't work one bit.
"Mhm, so why are we here?" Jenna asked with a monotone voice, her eyes glaring daggers. I could tell she was ready to be done already having me question why we're here yet again.
Wade clears his throat before speaking, "I do want to apologize, so I'll lead with that. Being here I've had a lot of time to think, and I know what I've done wrong. I'm sorry for everything, I never should've put my hands on either of you guys. When I'm drunk my fuse is really short, and I understand that now, so I've made a vow to never drink again."

Of course, you did. You have no choice to drink here in jail.

"I've been getting counseling, and I've also received a few beatings myself which made me realize the hurt I've caused to you. I'm sorry for not being a genuine father or husband to you guys." This was odd. This is a voice he's never used with us before, he actually sounds genuine.
"Mm okay," Jenna nodded and kept her cold expression.
"Do you guys accept?" he asked. I shrugged my shoulders while Jenna stood up from her spot. "I'm done with this shit, I'm going to the car," Jenna grumbled not waiting for a reaction as she turned and began walking out, and both of our parents eyes flashed to her surprised hearing the colorful language leave her lips. Wade opened his mouth to speak but nothing came, and instead he closed his eyes and let out a few breaths. I raised an eyebrow my eyes unblinking at the sight. Did I just see Wade regulate his emotions?
I almost couldn't believe my own eyes and same with Mom's because hers registered shock too.

"I think...we'll need some time to think." Mom said looking back at Jenna exiting the room.
Mom began to stand, and I was about to follow her when Wade stopped her, "Wait can I know what's going on?"
I knew immediately what he wanted to know, and I could feel my heartbeat beginning to speed again.
"Know what?" Mom asked, acting as if she didn't really know what he meant.
"The elephant in the room." He leaned forward resting his elbows against the table. "Why is my son pregnant?"
Mom put a hand on my back turning to me, "Kellin, how much he knows is up to you." With two guards at either side of the room I knew there was nothing he could do to hurt them. How he's acting right now tells me he might be calm about the situation, and not say such hurtful things. He doesn't deserve my openness, but maybe I can joy in the fact it'll weigh heavy on his mind later. As shitty as it sounds, I want him to think my life is ruined and blame himself for it.
"I didn't want to get an abortion. Vic and I decided to keep them after talking." I said, not revealing too much at once to test the waters.

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