It's been 2 weeks since Zac and Fatima got into an argument. They haven't spoken to each other since that day, it seemed like Zac has pulled his disappearing stunt again. Naila was punished, all her electronics were taken away and there was no extra activities after school for her. Naila has been walking on egg shells for the past 2 weeks.
Fatima: Naila, come here for a second. (She was sitting in the living room holding a box)
Naila: Yeah?
Fatima: Sit down. (Naila sit across from her) What happened that day?
Naila: I don't know.
Fatima: You have to know, you were the one here with your friends.
Naila: I called them to come and sit with me while I waited for you or dad, Khloe came with the other ones and I only invited 2 people. I was scared to stay alone late and it was getting dark outside.
Fatima: You could've called me when you saw that daddy wasn't coming back.
Naila: I wanted to but I remembered that you needed some time to yourself so I called my friends. I'm really sorry, I didn't know that they would do that. I tried to stop them but they didn't listen to me. Cameron said I was a child and I must mind my business.
Fatima: Zac was wrong for leaving you alone and I'm sorry I didn't come back as promised, I got held up at work and I know I still owe you a shopping date. I want to talk about what you saw.
Naila: I didn't see anything, I closed my eyes when I got to the door, I only heard them. I promise.
Fatima: You didn't see anything?
Naila: Yes, I only heard her crying and screaming that's all.
Fatima: These are your things. (She gives her the box) I hope that was the first and last time you host a party in my house. You are still a child baby, do what 7 year olds do, play outside and enjoy your childhood. I know those are your friends but they are bad influence.
Naila: I'll stay away from them, I promise. Thank you.
Fatima: Thank you. Go and change, I want to take you somewhere. Wear a some leggings.
Naila: Okay. Is daddy coming too? I miss him.
Fatima: I know you do but let's just focus on us today and we will talk about him when we get back.
They were on their way, they were dancing and singing and laughing. It has been a long 2 weeks and Fatima just wanted to have fun with Naila. They arrived at the Trampoline Park and Naila lost it.
Naila: Are we going inside?
Fatima: Yes, I heard it's cool.
Naila: It's super cool.
Naila unbuckled her seat belt before Fatima even parked.
Fatima: Relax, it's not running away.
Naila: I'm just excited. Are you going to jump too.
Fatima: Of course, didn't you say I need to have more fun? I'm going to have fun with my daughter.
Naila: Thanks mom! (She hugged Fatima)
Fatima: Come on, let's go inside.
They went in, Fatima paid and put in their socks that were given. They were having fun but Fatima had to sit down and watch her child enjoy herself. Naila was loving every little thing in there. They left and went to grab some food before heading home, Naila was tired as hell, she fell asleep in the car. When they got home, Fatima saw Zac's car in the driveway, she let out a sigh, happy that Zac came back. She carried a sleeping Naila to her room and she went to the main bathroom.
Fatima: Hey.
Zac: Hi. Where did y'all go?
Fatima: Trampoline Park. (She looks around the room) You came to take more of your things?
Zac: Yeah.
Fatima: Okay.
Zac: Can we talk before I leave?
Fatima: We can talk now.
Zac: What happened to us?
Fatima: I miscarried that's what happened.
Zac: I'll never hold that to you. I'm talking about after, you did a 180 degree turn.
Fatima: I just - (she wiped a tear) wanted to feel something other than pain, so anger was my go to and I'm sorry.
Zac: You really hurt me and for the first time, I wished I never met you. (He sighed) I love you, I really do but I can't be with someone who doesn't see me as a partner. I understand that leaving her alone was wrong, but there was no need for you to say that, I know she's not my biological child.
Fatima: I'm sorry.
Zac: We rushed into this marriage thing without knowing each other and now that we're going through a tough, true colours come out.
Fatima: Yes. (Tears were streaming down her face)
Zac: I don't want to leave you like this, please stop crying. (He walked to her, she was sitting on the opposite side of the bed)
Fatima: Zac -
Zac: Sshhh (he pulled her into a hug and she balled her eyes out)
Fatima: I'm really sorry. I don't know what's wrong with me?
Zac: It's okay.
Zac held her until she calmed down.
Zac: Are you good? (He cupped her face with both palms, placing a kiss on her forehead) We're going to be okay.
Fatima: I hope so.
Zac: I know so. (He kissed her lips twice before he let her go)
Fatima: See Naila before you leave.
Zac: Of course.
Zac left the room to see Naila who was sleeping and did not want to wake her. He went back to the Fatima who was already in the shower. Zac stood by the door watching her through the glass and steam that filled the room.
Fatima: That's creepy. I thought you left.
Zac: I'm not seeing anything. I wanted to tell you that I can't wake her up and I'll see her tomorrow.
Fatima: Goodbye Zac.
Zac: Uhm before I leave, if an Ashley comes her please call me.
Fatima: Girlfriend?
Zac: I'm a married man, just call me.
Fatima: Fine.
Zac walked away but tuned back around and went straight into the bathroom.
Fatima: Anything else?
Zac: Yes, I miss my wife.
Fatima: This is my time to relax and you are stressing me out.
Zac stood in the bathroom looking at Fatima who was staring back at him. She gestured for him to come join her.
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FanfictionZac and Fatima are on different paths in life. They met in an unconventional way but come together when one needed someone of their side. Together they face challenges. Will they last the course of time?
