A Child for Christmas

Chapter 4

Haru
I didn't want to go up to my room the same time as him, and have him realize that I locked my bedroom door. It's not that big of a deal, and it makes perfect sense, but it would still be awkward for me. I made sure every alarm was on, and then went over to my office to check out some emails. I sighed realizing that the storm wasn't heavy enough to cancel work. I don't want them to leave though. They don't have any obligation to stay, we don't even know each other. I wiped the crust that was forming in my eyes, I'll figure it out tomorrow.

I woke up to the soft beat of my alarm clock. It was some weird techno music that my phone has as an option. I groaned the entire time I had to get ready. I looked around my room realizing that it's a little messy. I should really clean it, but I just don't feel like it, nor do I have the time to. I really don't want to go to work. I was drinking some tea when Seth walked down stairs. He cracked his neck on both sides, I cringed. "Did I wake you? I tried to be quiet". He shook his head and sat at a bar stool. His hair was frizzy and standing up in certain areas. His top lip looked to be a little chapped and I'm pretty sure he hasn't brushed his teeth yet. "I have work today, but I would like it if you'd stay so that I can help you with your car when I get off".

"It's fine, I'll figure it out". He cleared his throat soon after. His morning voice is actually very attractive. Can't he see that I'm just trying to find a reason for him to stay? "I still haven't put my Christmas tree up, do you guys celebrate Christmas? Normally no one is here to decorate with me, it would be nice if you guys helped". I didn't realize that Jeremy had walked down the stairs and heard our conversation.

"Daddy, can we? You said aunty doesn't do those things". He looked up at his dad with the largest puppy eyes I've ever seen. If he can deny those eyes, I don't know if I even want this man. He looked like he was going to say no, but then looked at his son one last time before agreeing.

"We leave after that though, okay Jeremy?" Jeremy nodded his head eagerly and ran back upstairs. I smiled at the little mop of curls that was flat in the back. Probably too much excitement for him to handle. Seth looked at me with a slight squint in his eye. Damn, did I piss him off?

"Well I'm going to work. My number is on the counter if you guys need anything. Feel free to eat whatever's in here. Don't hesitate to call if you need anything, anything at all. He rose one brow but nodded his head anyways. I wish I could know what he's thinking. I had already locked all the important doors and put away anything valuable, so I'm not too worried. I'm more worried about him trying to go out in the cold alone to fix his car. I truly hope he's not stubborn.

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I truly do apologize, but this book will obviously not be done by Christmas. It will be done by New Years though. I can rush out chapters, but that would probably be sloppy and poorly planned out. There's a lot going on that I have to keep up with. Updating my wattpad and having the motivation to is becoming harder and harder. I will finish this story though, I owe that to you guys. Christmas is coming soon. I hope you enjoy yourself. Merry Christmas Eve.