Falling Apart

chapter 15

* 2 weeks later

Lara's POV

Since Elena found out about Nathan and i, things havent been the same. We found out Sam had told Elena about us. We had a massive fall out because of it. Nathan has been staying with me for the past two weeks. He's turned to drinking and only have sex with me when he's drunk. I've tried speaking to Elena but it didnt end well. Its starting to get a bit too much for me to handle. Being pregnant doesnt help either.

I walked into the kitchen to find Nathan sitting down with his head in his knees. Bottles of beer surrounding him.

"Nate get up please"

He slowly got up and looked at me. His eyes were as dead as a death itself. He wasnt taking care of himself. Even Sully can't get through to him.

"Come let's get you to bed" i said directing him towards the bedroom.

He didnt say anything. He just laid on the bed and stared at the wall. I kissed his forehead and left the room.

"Im sorry I put you through this Lara" he slurred

"Its fine Nate honestly" i reassured him.

He got up and walked over to be. This seemed all too familiar.

"Nate please just go to bed"
"No" he protested

He snaked his arm around my waist and pulled me close. I felt uncomfortable. One because this is how it all started and two he was drunk. I tried pull away but it was no use. His grip was tight.

"Dont try to run"

I didn't say anything. I just looked in his eyes. I could tell he was hurting inside. This divorce was killing him. Not being able to see his 2 week old daughter must be hard.

"Nathan i know you're hurting but please don't do this"

He let go and apologized. He stumbled over to the bed and didnt say another word.

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As the next day approached i decided to go for a morning walk and to get some food for Nathan. I was glad it wasnt too hot otherwise this walk would have sucked. I made my way to McDonald's and order some food.

"How can i help you?" A young lad asked me
"Uh can i please have the mighty mcmuffin meal please."
"Yup sure is that all."
"Yes"
"Okay so that comes to 11 dollars and 95 cents."

I paid the money for the meal and took it home.

As I walked through the door I noticed Nathan was up and on the phone. I slowly walked in and handed him his food. He nodded and went back to talking. I decided to eavesdrop.

"Please Sully I need to see my daughter......I know i made a mistake."
 
There was silence for a few seconds.

"Fine. I guess I'll see you around then"

And with that he hung up.

"No luck?" I asked
"None at all." He replied without emotion

He sighed and took a bite of his muffin.

"Thanks for breakfast by the way" he mumble
"You're welcome" i said smiling.

I decided to take this time to help Nathan sort this out. I walked to my room and dialled Elena's number. I had a feeling it wouldn't go well. It didnt last time. Within  3 attempts of calling she finally answered.

"What do you want Lara?" She said pissed
"Look I'm truly sorry if ive caused you pain. But Nathan is a mess and i want to make things right."
"Really and you think calling me will help my marriage."
"No but Nathan really wants to see his daughter and you. He regrets what he's done and i do as well. I never meant for it to be like this. I just want things to be okay"

I heard Elena sigh.

"Okay fine. Ill see him.
"Thank you. And again im truly sorry"
"I know Lara. I know. Ill see him now if he wants."
"Okay ill let him know."

And with that the phone call ended. At least i got somehwere with this situation. I walked back into the kitchen to where Nathan was eating.

"I have good news Nate" i said happily
"What?"
"Well get dressed and head over to Elena. You are seeing your daughter."

Nathan jumped out of his seat and hugged me.

"Thank you Lara."

He then quickly ran and got dressed and left the house.