The Stunt [h.s]

Chapter Twenty Three

Elsie's POV

March 7th 2021

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Waking up to Halle's body falling on top of me is probably the best way to get woken up especially when I'm dreading the day to come.

"Good morning Momma!" Both of us laugh as I pull her close to my body and roll us over so we're both on our sides facing each other.

"Hello my girl, how are you doing this morning?" Before she can answer I begin tickling her side causing her laughter to increase.

"Mom-momma stop it! I-I can't breathe" I stop going at her side and roll back on which causes her to roll back over and sit on my stomach. "I'm doing great this morning. I'm happy that I got to see Uncle Jake last night but I do miss Uncle Connor. When do I get to see him?" My heart drops only a tiny bit at her question and I hate that I'm taking time away from her and Connor.

"Hopefully soon my girl. I'm going to see him today and if all goes well maybe I'll bring him back to the house to see you." Her smile widens as she nods her head, bouncing up and down on top of me.

Turning myself over slightly I reach out for my phone on the side table to see if Jake had to cancel on me today for babysitting or maybe anything to get me out of this upcoming conversation with Connor. But instead of the text, I woke up to a dead phone.

It's just gonna be one of those days, isn't it?

"Alright, my girl off of momma. I need to get ready." Dramatically Halle rolls off of me giving me the chance to place my feet on the ground next to my bed. Before getting up I plug my phone in hoping to get it at least a little bit charged before I have to leave.

"Momma, catch me!" Turning around to face Halle I watch her jumping up and down in the middle of the bed waiting for me to give her the go-ahead. Opening my arms wide she steps over to the side of the bed, preparing herself before taking the jump. Once in my vicinity, I wrap my arms around her small body and begin to jump around heading into the closet.

"What should I wear today Hals?" I turn my head over to her as she scans my closet, probably trying to put together the best outfit for her head.

"Well I mean you are just going to Uncle C's house so maybe something comfortable?" Her words come out more as a question so I nod my head reassuring her as I follow where she's getting at. Heading over to the part of my closet that holds my sweatshirts and pulling out one of my favorites.

"Well, what about this?" Nodding her head she now points over to the part of the closet where I have my jeans. Picking out a pair that was both pleased with, I place her down so she can run off so I can get changed.

Once set with my look I head out of my room and into Halle's to see her playing with a couple of her stuffed animals. "Are you ready for breakfast Hals?" I reach out my hand for her to grab, getting ready to lead her to the kitchen.

"I'm always ready for breakfast!"I throw my head back as she grabs a hold of my hand and we begin walking down the stairs.

Halle is always one to talk but I swear this morning she has a million little things on her mind but not enough time to get them out. Pulling together her cereal I try my best to give answers to all of her questions without missing one but just when I think it's her last one, she's got another one on her tongue.

As Halle is finishing up her food the doorbell rings causing Halle to sprint off to the door. "Uncle Jake!" I hear her call out loud enough for the whole world to hear.

Just as I turn the corner I watch as Jake throws her up into the air before placing her on his hip. "My sweet Pumpkin! How are you doing this morning?"