One Way Ticket

Chapter Twenty Seven

Dakotas POV
I wake up to no Jamie. I figure he has gone to see Amelia. I take that time to pack my suitcase. My plane ticket is for today. Its one way to LA. I need time, I need time away. Jamie at the moment is only thinking about his kids, I understand because they are the only ones here at the moment. Its such a sticky and unwanted situation.

My suitcase is done, Im in my joggers and a baggy jumper. I take one last look around the hotel room and smile. Ive had a good time, Ive made amazing memories. I have one big memory in my tummy. I leave the hotel and Im met by my driver. He drives me to the airport and I can't help but feel bad. Im leaving Jamie alone. I know he thought it was a joke but I miss my family. I miss La.

Jamies POV
I drive to the house in Gloucester. I know Im early but I want to spend some time with my girls. I did leave a note for Dakota so I hope she doesnt think I have just left her.

I pull up in the drive and can already see Dulcie at the window. She starts to wave frantically and it makes me chuckle.
I walk in and shut the door behind me.

"Its only me" I call out. I walk into the livingroom and im immediately met by Dulcie. I pick her up and rest her on my hip. "Wheres Elva?" I ask. I kiss her cheek and she wraps her arm around my neck.

"Open wide, good girl!" I hear Amelia speaking. I follow the sound into the kitchen and lean against the fridge.

"Good Morning, early arent you?" She looks up at me and smiles. I nod and watch her feed Elva.

"She being good?" I ask. Amelias smile widens and she nods.

"Shes always good, its that cheeky monkey whos been abit naughty recently" she points to Dulcie and Dulcie immediately rests her head on my shoulder and hides her face

"Oh, have you been being naughty for Mummy? Thats not good is it?" I look at Dulcie and her hand is covering her face. I chuckle and shake my head.

"Fancy a cup of tea?" I turn my attention back to Amelia and she nods. I move to the side where the kettle is and flick it on. I set Dulcie down on the other side and keep my hand on her legs.

"Why are you being a naughty girl ay?" I ask. I move so im at her height and she just looks at me. Blue eyes to blue.

"I miss you daddy" She whispers. I look at her, ive frozen. I miss you too Dulcie. You have no idea how much I miss you. I kiss her head and let her down onto the floor. I know she wouldnt understand so there isnt really a point of me saying it all.

"Daddy misses you too but Im always here, Daddy will always look after you, love you and protect you" I whisper. I pull her to me and kiss her nonestop all over her face. She chuckles and pushes my face away.

"I go play now" She giggles and runs off back through the hall. Amelia passes Elva to me and she finishes the cups of tea.

I sit at the table and sit Elva on the edge. She keeps giggling. She plays with my fingers and Amelia sets both cups down in the middle of the table.

"We may aswell talk now, what is it?" She asks. I keep playing with Elva and kiss her cheek. She starts to giggle and move her face so I stop. I move her onto my lap and give her my phone to play with.

"I dont think we should talk with the kids here.." She looks at me and frowns

"Why? It cant be that bad Jamie" Her frown stays firmly on her face. I rest Elva in my arms and she sucks on her dummy. Her eyes keep closing and opening. I rock her gently.

"I want.. i want full custody of the kids" I look up from Elva and Im met with her brown eyes. Anger filling up in them.

"You didnt just say that Jamie." She hisses

"I just think it would be better, You could still see them. Id never stop you" I whisper. I look back at Elva and shes fast asleep. I move my jacket over her so she stays warm.

"Jamie. Im offended that you have even thought about this. Why on earth would you want to put me through that? Put our children through that?" Her voice slightly raises and she doesnt move her eyes off of me.

"Amelia, I just think they would be happier with me. You're so busy with the orchestra and work. They are never actually spending time with you. Its always the Nanny recently" I know im telling the truth and I know its hard to even think about.

"How can you sit there and say that? You are always working Jamie. Who would look after the kids when you are on set? You're an actor, you jump from job to job. That isnt stability for our children." She stands up and moves further away from me.

"You could come out and have them when Im working, Dakota is there aswell. Amelia, im only looking out for the girls. I dont want to hurt you." I look at her. She wipes her tears and she turns away from me.

"Jamie, it hurt when we got a divorce but this.... this is the worst. I never ever thought you could hurt me as much as you have right now." She whispers. Never did I intentionally want to hurt her.

"Millie... please think about it. I know how much you love them and You can see them whenever you want." I stand and walk away. I walk into the livingroom and lay Elva down. I move pillows so she is protected from falling. I look at her. Shes so innocent and gorgeous.

Dulcie is perfect aswell. It sounds selfish but I want a proper family. A family with Dakota. Me, Elva, Dulcie and our new baby. My little daydream is stopped by Amelia sitting next to me.

"Do we have to go to court?" She asks. Its barely a whisper. I know I have hurt her. Really hurt her.

"Yeah, if we want it to be legal. It will have to be run through the courts. It stops arguments and complications." I look at her and she keeps her stare on the fireplace.

"Will I be able to see them whenever I want?" She looks at me. I nod almost instantly.

"Jamie, going through the courts wont be necessary. I agree. Im going away for a few months on this tour. You can have the girls." She smiles weakly and I pull her into a hug. She hugs me back and I hear her sniffle.

"Millie, you can see them whenever you want. Ill never stop you" I kiss her cheek and smile.

"Yeah..." she smiles and stands up. She leaves the room and shuts the door behind her.

I sit back and smile. My girls are going to be living with me. All That needs to be arranged now is where to live. I know thats a chat I need to have with Dakota. Im excited. This is a new chapter in my life. Its still a little weird though, Amelia didnt really put up a fight. Its as if she is just allowing it for now. I can't help but think of the worst. I look at Elva and smile. Atleast for now, they will be with me.

Dakotas POV
The flight is pretty quiet. Im in the vip area. Ive pulled the curtain over so I can sleep. I already miss Jamie. I know though that this break will help. I think we need space from eachother in order to think. I also need to tell my mum about our news. Shes going to be a Grandmother. I giggle to myself. Its still new to me. I look at my tummy. Half of me and half of the man I love. Its beautiful. I can't help but think of Jamie. I wonder what he is doing and how everything is going. I sigh. I wont know until a I land. I settle and close my eyes.