Rise(COMPLETED )

Chapter Six

Setting the bags on the nearby chair Mattie reached for one of the juices Jordan requested putting her in the line of vision of both her boss and the baby. Emerson who was now perched on Jordan's lap bucked several times squealing excitedly.

"Easy there Eman "Jordan murmured

Looking up from Emerson for the first time Jordan saw the intern standing there watching them

Emerson stretched his chubby little arms out to Mattie bucking back and forth excitedly as Jordan moved his head out of the line of fire.

"Looks like someone wants your attention Miss Laren"

Emerson shrieked happily piercing Jordan's ears

Mattie stood frozen unsure what to do.

Jordan nodded his expression unreadable as Emerson kicked wildly until Jordan handed him off to Mattie

"He likes you Miss Leaman " Jordan said softly before he could stop himself.

"He's such a cutie " Mattie chuckled as Emerson nuzzled into her cheek before she felt wetness and the suction of his little mouth kissing her cheek. The pop when he pulled back followed by his giggle caused her to chuckle

Jordan uncomfortably cleared his throat trying to maintain his professional demeanor which was damn near impossible with Eman there

Jordan called Aiden explaining the situation with Mary and Emerson. Deciding work was not going to get done at least not by him with the baby there Jordan eyed Mattie

"You can cut out for the day Miss Laren I'm heading out for the day as well since I'll have a visitor tonight.I need to make accommodations for him not only in my home but also for while I am working."

Jordan's voice held something Mattie hadn't heard before.Fear

"Mr Knight I can help you get him settled if you'd like? "Mattie offered as she watched relief wash over Jordan's face . Clearly he was much more comfortable in a lab as opposed to being left alone with a baby.

An hour and a half later with Mattie's help Jordan had one of his spare bedrooms transformed into a makeshift nursery. He'd just hung the diaper bag on the side of the crib when Emerson began shrieking .As quickly as it began it seemed to subside. Jordan walked into the kitchen just as Mattie was shampooing Emerson's head as the baby giggled at the bubbles.

Crossing his arms across his chest Jordan pressed his hip against the counter watching as she spoke softly to the baby and blew bubbles at him. He couldn't help the smile tipping his lips as the baby smacked at the bubbles and giggled. Emerson squealed in protest when Mattie lifted him out of the sink to dry and dress him. Grasping Mattie's hair in his little fist Emerson pulled and her tight bun instantly fell along with her massively long black hair.

Blowing the hair from her eyes Mattie noticed Jordan standing in the doorway smirking

"He's all ready for his bottle Mr Knight "

Mattie made her way to the door thinking they'd be ok for the night when Emerson wailed flailing in Jordan's arms trying to get to Mattie 

Jordan looked terrified as Emerson almost jumped from his arms. Mattie immediately moved to grab him,

"Looks like someone wants you to stay"

Mattie rubbed Emerson's back to calm him.

"Stay for a bit maybe he'll go to sleep faster with you here "

Mattie hesitated for a beat as the baby made himself comfortable on her shoulder.

Holding up his phone Jordan joked "I can order mean takeout "

Mattie smiled despite her effort to not.

"How about I run down to my apartment I'll grab stuff to make chicken parmigiana from my apartment and bring it back."

Jordan groaned as his stomach growled loudly

"Is that a yes?"

Jordan silently nodded

"I haven't had chicken parm in years "

Mattie grabbed her keys ,heading to the door

"Do you like tiramisu ?"

Another groan

"I'll be back " Mattie giggled as she walked out the door.

Fifteen minutes later Mattie knocked on Jordan's door freshly showered, make up free with her black mane cascading down her shoulders, arms loaded with food

Jordan quickly grabbed a few items from her arms as he shifted Emerson on his hip.

Mattie followed Jordan into his massive kitchen setting the food she'd brought on the massive island.

Jordan laid a sleepy Emerson into the pack and play and ambled back into the kitchen

"I don't know much but I can help."

Mattie began grating the cheese after placing the chicken in the pan to sear.

"Are you safe with a knife ?"

Jordan arched a brow

Leaning over Mattie Jordan reached for the cutting board and inhaled sharply.

The smell of vanilla and peaches assaulted him

Fuck me