Temptation • An NBA Love Triangle

epilogue

With John out of their lives, the Harris clan were finally able to enjoy their lives and the newest addition to their family.

Armelle and Tobias welcomed their third child and second son, Tobias Torrel Harris, Jr.

Their son was not only a blessing in disguise, but one of the greatest things to happen to them.

The last year was a huge one for Tobias. From renewing his vows with Armelle to the birth of his son to signing a 4 year-$70 million contract with the Magic.

All of the memories that were heavily weighing on the mind of Armelle at one point were left behind in their old home.

"Tobias, please go get him. I'm exhausted." Armelle buried her face into her pillow and groaned as the baby monitor alerted them of TJ's cries.

"Alright, babe. I got him." Tobias got out of their bed and made his way into the nursery with his eyes half open.

"What's wrong, baby boy? Stop crying." He picked him up and held him close to his chest.

TJ calmed down after a few seconds and Tobias sat in the rocking chair with a sigh.

"Daddy?" Tabitha walked into the room and smiled at her dad and youngest brother.

He returned the gesture and waved her over. "What are you doing up, Toes?"

She shrugged and sat on his other leg before carefully grabbing TJ's tiny right hand. "I heard him crying, so I wanted to check on him."

With his free hand, Tobias tried to smooth down his daughter's wild curls. "Good luck with that, daddy."

"I tried, baby." He laughed and looked down at TJ and ran his thumb over his chubby cheek.

"He's falling asleep. My little brother is so cute." The dim lighting showed the bright smile on her face and Tobias couldn't help but to smile at his only daughter.

"Since he's almost sleep, I'll let you hold him in the morning. We have a deal?" She nodded and kissed his cheek before gently kissing her little brother's hand.

She got off of Tobias' lap and walked towards the door with a yawn. "Love you, daddy."

"I love you too, baby girl." She walked out and closed the door behind her.

"Let's get you to bed."

•

With the sun rising slowly, Armelle knew it was time to get up.

She quietly got out of bed and smiled at her sleeping husband and infant son.

The sight made her heart flutter and she blushed before stepping into the bathroom to brush her teeth.

She finally slept a full night for the first time in a long time. "Mommy, I'm hungry."

Titus walked in and rubbed his left eye before wrapping his arms around her right leg just as she finished up at the sink.

"Are you still sleepy, baby?" He nodded and whined just as Tobias walked in with TJ in his arms.

"What's going on, son? What's with the noise?" Titus let out a cough and Armelle looked at Tobias with a worried expression.

"I don't like how that sounds. Do you want to stay home, baby?" He nodded and looked up at his mother.

"Go get in the bed, munchkin. Mommy will be there in a bit." She looked back at Tobias and sighed before stepping closer for a kiss.

"Good morning, husband. I wish you knew how sexy you looked holding our son." He smiled and kissed her again before looking at their baby.

"Isn't he perfect? God really blessed us. We have three gorgeous children and I would love to have your fourth." She smirked and placed her hands on his right arm.

"Keep that up and it might just happen." He pecked her lips multiple times and admired her figure as she walked by.

"I'm gonna take your big sister to school, baby. Stay in bed until I get back, okay?" He nodded and Armelle made her way into her closet to get ready for the day.

She decided to wear a pair of yoga pants and a Tennessee Vols tank top.

Tobias walked back into their bedroom and smiled as she approached him. He gave her a kiss and gripped her butt as she gripped his.

"Kids in the room." Tabitha walked in and leaned against the door with her arms crossed over her chest.

"Mommy, we have to go." Armelle opened her eyes and pulled back, only to be pulled back in for another kiss.

"I'll be in the car, then. Bye, daddy. Bye, Tot." She walked out of the bedroom and they finally pulled away.

"Make sure he eats some soup, please. I'll be back in an hour or so. I have to make a few stops." He nodded and smacked her butt before she walked out.

She couldn't fight the smile as she made her way outside.

She spotted her daughter kneeling down near the car in front of a dog.

"Mom, he was just sitting here! Can we keep him?" The dog seemed too familiar to her, but she couldn't put her finger on it.

"Kendu?" He looked at her and wagged his tail while panting.

"Tabitha, go in the house. Right now." She stood up and walked away quickly just as John walked up the drive way.

"Good boy, Kendu." Armelle dropped her keys and shook her head with angry tears in her eyes.

"I've been looking for you. I still want you, Armelle."

-

The End

I just want to thank all of you for the support. I didn't think this book would even have this much love. For those who are curious, there WILL be a sequel! I wasn't sure if I was gonna do it, but I definitely am. Again, thank you so much for the support. I love y'all so much.