A Million Way's To Love You™ (On The Line) ♥ Book 4✔️

♡Chapter 22♡

* Brandon's Point Of View*

"Channing ....Do you know where my mom is?" I asked walking into the kitchen. Channing shrugs. "With Michael I guess..."  he said half heartedly.  I sigh. "Why do you do you seem so bummed?", He rubs his face. "I'm trying....I'm seriously trying... ", He said with his face in  his hands. I frown and take a seat at the table. "Have you told her  this?" He nods. "I think I'm done trying.... she's in love with him no matter how much she denies it...." I sigh. "Channing as much as I want to disagree... it's true.. she'll always feel love for him..But she has someone else now...you...to love her...and show her that someone else can love her besides my dad....you can do that..." He stares at me with a small grin and hint of shock in his eyes. After a minute he chuckles. "Dang...You got all Oprah on me...", I give him a welcoming smile. "Well with my life... I needed to learn a thing or two from her...", He nods in agreement. "I don't know Brandon... I hate to admit but,.Michael is stiff competition.... he never gives up...", I shrug. "That's a Jackson for ya...",  He let's out a long defeating sigh. I stand and pat his back. "Nothing good ever comes easy..", I wink and turn on my way leaving him to think....

*Marilyn's Point Of View*

I've spent three dreadful week's in there sessions with Michael. I have been drained. Every time I visit I have to relive the past. Whether good or bad. From the way Channing Has been acting,  I can tell he feels my agitation. He advised me to put s stop to it. But I know no matter what, the sessions are good for me and tell of my future. I'm on my way now to yet another one. This time we have to turn in an assignment. The assignment was to list things that hurt and things we miss. I don't understand it but I did it. It took awhile for me to allow myself to go back to those day's of my life. That chapter I try so hard to close. To no avail. I've come up with a synopsis, I have to either close an old chapter or destroy a new one. meaning I need to choose. Only problem, how can I choose. Hopefully the doctor will help. I just pulled into the parking lot. I look to my left and it's apparent that Michael beat me here. I sigh and grab my purse with one hand while opening the doors with the other. I fix my petal dress then closed the door. I honestly don't understand going to 'couples ' therapy with my ex-husband. I finally enter the chilly building. Definitely regretting this dress. I greet The lady at the front desk. "Jackson appointment...", She smiles and nods for me to go. I return her smile and turn on my way. Once I reached The office I didn't have to knock, the door seemingly fleet open on it's own. "Come in Marilyn... ", Dr. Mendel beamed revealing himself. I smile and slide past him. He walks in after closing the door behind him. "Take a seat please.. ", he ordered taking his sit. I obey. I glance at Michael who looked like he had seen a ghost. I wanted to ask him what's wrong but Dr. Mendel beat me to the punch. "Michael now would you like to tell what's wrong? ", Michael's knee is shaking. He remains silent. Dr. Mendel sighs. "Michael keeping in hurt...piles up pain ", Dr. Mendel said softly. Michael rubs his face. "She...did it...", He whispered brokenly. Dr. Mendel shifts in his seat. "Did what Michael? ", Michael's eyes begin to water. "Sh-She.... She killed it....", I furrow my eyebrows. Dr. Mendel does the same. "Michael who?... You need to be specific.... ", Dr. Mendel's voice Was smooth and full of concern. Michael sucks in some through his teeth while sniffling. "Evelyn.... she killed my child!! ", He cried out finally. I gasp holding my mouth. Dr. Mendel shakes his head. "You're saying She had an abortion? ", Michael glares at Dr. Mendel. "Yes! She killed my fucking child!!...How could she!!?! ", He screamed pounding his fist in his lap. I jump in reaction. I haven't seen him this messed up in awhile. Dr. Mendel offers Michael a Kleenex. Michael takes it and sniffles. "I'm sorry to hear that Michael.... Do you want to vent?", Dr. Mendel asked taking out his notepad. "There's nothing to say... yes I'm hurt...that's it...hurt and angry... ", Michael said weakly. I reach my hand over to his. "Michael... I'm sorry that happened... ", I said with a small smile. Hoping to give him hope. He just stares at our hand's. "I Was going to name her Jordan... with a 'y'... she was going to be my next little princess... ", He whispered aimlessly. He slowly looks up at me. "I know it's hard for you to forget The past... but I want to make this work.. whether we're married or not...I need you right now... I need your love and support... I need someone to help me pick up the pieces....please? ", He pleaded staring a hole into my eyes. Dr. Mendel waits patiently for my answer. I nod and smile. "I'll try... ", Michael gives me a weak smile. I don't know what's next in This chapter but I know destruction isn't too far behind...

To Be Continued...