If mother became a mother (Taylor Swift adoption story)

Spending the day together

Request by Amy188705

As the morning sun filters through the curtains, Taylor gently nudges Hailey awake, her voice filled with gentle urgency. "Hey, sweetheart, I need to head to the recording studio soon," she explains, her tone soft but resolute. "Travis has graciously offered to keep you company while I'm gone. Is that okay with you?"

Hailey blinks away the remnants of sleep, feeling a mixture of surprise and uncertainty at the unexpected turn of events. She looks to Travis, who stands nearby with a warm smile, his eyes filled with genuine kindness and understanding.

"Yeah, that's fine," Hailey replies, her voice tinged with uncertainty. "Thank you, Travis." thoughts like 'will it be awkward after yesterday?' is the only thing she can think about.

Travis nods in understanding, his expression reassuring. "Of course, Hailey. We'll have a great time together, I promise."

With a final goodbye, Taylor heads out the door, leaving Hailey and Travis alone in the quiet of the morning. As they settle into the day ahead, Hailey can't help but feel a sense of trepidation at the prospect of spending the day with Travis, but she pushes aside her doubts, determined to make the most of the unexpected opportunity.

As the morning unfolds, Hailey and Travis find themselves falling into an easy rhythm, their shared laughter and conversation filling the air as they spend time together. They start by making breakfast together, with Travis showing off his culinary skills as he whips up a batch of fluffy pancakes while Hailey prepares a fresh fruit salad.

Sitting around the kitchen table, they enjoy their meal together, chatting about everything from their favorite movies to their dreams for the future. Travis listens attentively as Hailey shares her hopes and fears, offering words of encouragement and support that lift her spirits.

After breakfast, they decide to take a walk in the nearby park, enjoying the crisp autumn air and the vibrant colors of the changing leaves. As they stroll along the winding paths, Hailey finds herself opening up to Travis in ways she never expected, sharing stories from her past and her dreams for the future.

Travis, in turn, shares stories from his own life, revealing a side of himself that Hailey hadn't seen before. She learns about his love for music, his passion for sports, and his deep-seated belief in the power of friendship and family.

As they walk, Hailey feels a sense of connection growing between them, a bond forged through shared experiences and heartfelt conversations. She finds herself laughing freely in Travis's company, feeling lighter and more carefree than she has in a long time. Taylor would be so happy to see them bonding 

When they return home, they decide to watch a movie together, snuggled up on the couch with blankets and popcorn. As they settle in, Hailey can't help but feel grateful for the unexpected friendship she's found in Travis, grateful for his kindness and understanding.

As the credits roll on the movie, Hailey realizes that she's spent the entire day with Travis, and yet it feels like no time has passed at all. She's grateful for the distraction he's provided, grateful for the opportunity to forget her worries and simply enjoy the moment.

As the evening wears on and the day's events begin to wind down, Hailey finds herself overwhelmed by a sudden wave of panic. It starts as a subtle tightening in her chest, a feeling of unease that quickly escalates into a full-blown panic attack.

Her breath comes in short, shallow gasps as she struggles to catch her breath, her heart pounding erratically in her chest. The room feels like it's closing in on her, the walls pressing in from all sides as if threatening to suffocate her.

Travis immediately notices Hailey's distress, his eyes widening with concern as he moves to her side, his voice calm and soothing as he tries to reassure her. "Hey, hey, it's okay," he murmurs, his words gentle but firm. "You're safe here. Just focus on your breathing, okay? In and out, nice and slow."