Lourdes P.O.V:
I just got off the phone with Bree when Jacob walked in. He saw the kids and suddenly became angry. He came right to me and grabbed me by my wrists and marched up the stairs to our room.
me: What the fuck is your issue Jacob?
See, our relationship has been rocky roller coaster, and it is a struggle.
Jacob: Why do you keep bringing these kids here?
me: What do you mean Jacob? I love those kids like they are my own, but unfortunately I don't have any of my own.
He slapped me, hard. Tears rolled down my face as I came to terms that he did that.
Jacob: It's not my fault, okay. I have a career that I need to face first before children.
I started sobbing and holding my face.
Jacob: Lo? Lourdes?
He ran next to me.
Jacob: Are you okay?
me: stay away from me you monster! Fuck off!
Jacob: Lo, I'm sorry. I'll never -
me: Do it again? Everytime, this happens. Your nothing but a fuck up.
I instantly left the room and made my way to the guest room where the children will stay.
Elijah: Aunty Lo? Are you okay?
Kimari: You have a mark on your face that looks...purpley.
me: come to bed guys, I'm staying with you too.
kids: yaaaaaaaaay!!
They ran into their rooms and got ready for bed. I tucked them in and gave them a good night kiss. Almost instantly, they fell asleep.
I walked out of their room and walked into the kitchen to get some snacks and ice for my face. I sat down on the table eating cheetos and pressing the ice against my face. It hurt so much. Tears came out at the feeling of the cold.
When I had finished, I went to the fridge and brought out some juice to drink. When I closed the fridge door, Jacob was standing there. I jumped and dropped the juice carton.
I tried to walk away, but he wouldn't budge. And besides, I wasn't going to risk myself of getting hurt again.
me: what do you want Jacob?
Jacob: Lourdes, I am sorry. From the bottom of heart. I didn't mean to hurt you. I was...I don't even know anymore. I just don't want to lose you after this and our previous arguments. I love you too much.
Bye this time his eyes were red and he was crying. I felt a lump in my throat because I felt bad for him and I love him.
me: do you really love me?
Jacob: Lourdes, I love you to the moon and back. I love you far beyond the gates of heaven.
me: then do this one thing for me?
Jacob: Anything.
me: Couples therapy, or a retreat. Just anything to fix this relationship.
Jacob had hesitated a bit. I sighed, rolled my eyes and just wanted to leave the kitchen. But he stopped me. He kissed my lips deeply.
Jacob: I love you so much. Whenever your're ready, I'll go.
I smiled and kissed him. I don't know how long we had been kissing for, but I heard the kids shouting in the background.
Kimari: eww, Aunty Lo!!!
Jacob: *whispers* the quicker you get these kids out, the quicker we can make our own.
I just blushed and couldn't stop blushing.
me: Sorry Mari, lets go and play with your toys.
