BURNING DESIRE

Chapter 9

Taylor Jones
I'm sitting in the backyard of the property that Winter has rented I am staying with her as well tell I am finding somewhere for myself to rent.
It was certainly better than just sleeping in hotel rooms, and he was grateful for the cosy little space I could call his own, at least for the time being. As he sat in the backyard, sipping on a hot cup of coffee, I heard the pitter-patter of little feet approaching. It was Oliver, the mischievous little bundle of energy that had stolen my heart. "Uncle Taytay mummy make me go to school!" Oliver exclaimed, his eyes wide with a mix of excitement and trepidation. I couldn't help but chuckle at the boy's reaction.

"Oh, come on, buddy! Just think of all the new friends you'll make, and all the girls will fall in love with you with that American accent you're starting to pick up," I said, winking playfully.

Oliver's eyes lit up at the mention of girls. "You mean like the ladies that love you, Taytay?" he asked, a mischievous grin spreading across his face.

"Yep, just like me and you, my little buddy. You can be my wingman," I replied, ruffling Oliver's hair.

"You mean like Fat Man and Bobbin?" Oliver asked, referring to the iconic duo from their favourite movie.

I couldn't help but burst out laughing at the comparison. More so the fact he means Batman and Robbin!

"Exactly like that, little man!" I exclaimed, pulling Oliver into a tight hug. As the laughter subsided, I had an idea. "How about Uncle TayTay takes you to school tomorrow as well? It's mummy's and Uncle Tay's first day of training together," I suggested, winking at Oliver.
Oliver's face lit up with excitement, and he clapped his hands with glee. "Yay! Can we get ice cream after?" he asked, his eyes sparkling with hope. "Of course, buddy! What kind of uncle would I be if I didn't treat you to ice cream after your first day of school?" I replied, already picturing the look of pure joy on Oliver's face as he devoured his favourite flavour.

As me and Oliver walked our way back into the kitchen, we couldn't help but notice the commotion unfolding before our eyes. Winter and Reme were in the midst of an intense rehearsal, their voices echoing through the room as they recited their lines with fervour. "Quick, Lucy! Someone's inside Winter stands and they look like they're observing, her eyes darting around the room.
"Okay, I can do this," Winter said, her brow furrowed in concentration as she read from the script. "Hello? Can anyone hear me? Can you tap or bang? Make a noise? I'm here to help you!"

Reme's eyes widened, and she turned to Winter and shouted, "Lucy! Be careful which way you step,"

"Brandon. I can't see anything!" Winter said with a panicking tone.

Reme'a voice rose in urgency. "Lucy, where are you? Lucy? Don't play tricks on me now. It isn't the right time, Lucy. Answer me!"

Oliver and I exchanged a bewildered glance, unsure of what was unfolding before us. But as we watched, the scene only grew more intense.

"No, no, no, no, no!" Reme cried, her voice laced with panic. "Brand, help! I've got her.

"Oh, God, Lucy, don't do that to me again. I was so worried about you."

I couldn't just leave her. I had to find her." Winter suddenly sprang into action, her arms outstretched as if she were carrying a person. Out through the flames and smoke, with a woman draped in her arms, " I found her" she announced, her voice trembling with emotion.

I swept into the kitchen taking over the lines Reme was ready, my lines to be exact
"Oh, thank God, Lucy! Don't ever do that You scared me. I was so worried. I thought I'd lost you," I murmured, my voice thick with emotion.
Winters's face was flushed, and she let out a breathless laugh. "I'm sorry Brad. I didn't mean to worry you. I just. I couldn't help myself, I had to save her"

Oliver's eyes widened as he watched the scene unfold before him. His mother had just been swept up into my strong arms of his Uncle TayTay, and the two of us were locked in a passionate embrace. He couldn't help but let out a giggle as he watched me dip Winter back and plant a soft kiss on her lips.

Oliver couldn't contain his excitement any longer. "Uncle TayTay, you're so good! Just don't drop Mummy, okay?" he shouted, his little voice filled with glee. I let out a booming laugh and pulled Winter closer. "Don't worry, buddy. I'll never drop your mummy. She's too precious to me." I say with a wink.

As the laughter died down, I gently set Winter back on her feet, my hands lingering on her waist. "You know, I've been wanting to do that for a long time," I admitted, my voice low and intimate.

Winter
Aunt Rem I go to school tomorrow and Uncle TayTay take me to school

"is that so," I ask
"yes mummy me and Tay are fat man and bobbin wingman"

"A wingman to what?" asked with a raised eyebrow all the ladies mummy all the boys will want to be my friend and the girls will fall in love with me because they do Tay Tay so I am Uncle Tay's wingman"

" Taylor!!!!!!" I shout

"Oh, Shit I'm in trouble "Oliver Buddy, we're in trouble quick run"
Taylor and  Oliver run from feeling winter's wealth.

The next morning, Taylor, I and Oliver set off for school, with Taylor doing his best to keep up with the boundless energy of Oliver. As we approached the school gates, Oliver suddenly stopped in his tracks, his eyes wide with apprehension. "What if the other kids don't like me, Uncle Taytay? " he asked, his voice barely above a whisper. Taylor knelt down and placed a reassuring hand on Oliver's shoulder. "Hey, little man, don't you worry about that. Those kids are going to love you, just like I do and mummy does. And if anyone tries to be mean to you, you just tell them that your Uncle Taylor is the toughest guy around, and he'll come and give them a good talking-to," he said, winking at Oliver. Oliver's face lit up with a smile, and he nodded his head enthusiastically. "Okay, Uncle Taytay Let's do this!" he exclaimed, grabbing Taylor's hand and mine with the other and leading us into the school.
As we entered the classroom, we were greeted by the teacher, who seemed to be completely starstruck. Tyler and I exchanged a confused glance before walking Oliver up to his classroom.

Instead of focusing on welcoming Oliver, the teacher seemed more interested in staring at Taylor!

As we approached her, she finally managed to speak, "He hello, you're Taylor Jones, aren't you?" She asked wide-eyed
Taylor nodded, "Yes, and you must be Oliver's teacher, Miss Mina?"

Miss Mina nodded eagerly, "Yes, I am. And you must be Oliver."
Oliver beamed proudly, "Yes, I am Oliver James.

"Miss Mina's eyes widened in recognition, I couldn't help but chuckle at the way she looked so shocked.
" Hi I'm" Before I could finish telling her who I was she blurted out
"Winter James"
Taylor is always quick to diffuse any awkward situation, " Yes, he is Winter James' son.
But that shouldn't have anything to do with Oliver or his education, right?"

Miss Mina snapped out of her starstruck daze and cleared her throat, "Of course not. Oliver, let me show you around the classroom and introduce you to some of the other children."

"Oliver? Would you like to say goodbye to your mummy and?"

"Uncle TayTay " Oliver replies Taylor knees down so he's the same height as Oliver okay buddy if you need anything tell Miss Mina here they have mine and mummies and Aunty Reme and daddy Jimmy's number okay? So if you feel uncomfortable or you don't want to be here or you're upset just give us a call."

"Okay Uncle Tay Tay and don't drop my mummy when you try to kiss her" Oliver remarks the teacher looks completely shocked. Taylor and I can't help but laugh
"I won't I promise Taylor replies giving him another fist bump and Taylor makes our way out way to the door

As Miss Mina led Oliver away, Taylor turned to me with a bemused expression, "I guess Winter James does have a certain effect on people."

"I rolled my eyes, "Oh, please. Let's just hope Miss Mina focuses on teaching Oliver and not on swooning over you, I see how she was star-stuck! Your Taylor Jones aren't you?" I mimicked.

"Tyler chuckled, "I think Oliver will be just fine. He's got his mom's wit and his uncle Taylor's sex appeal and charm.