Ex- Mrs Harts.

chapter 9: puzzle solved

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Tonia's POV

What the hell! That little devil! What is he doing here? I want to so go over and smack him on the head, but sadly i cant do that. The tension in the air could be cut with a clover,  that's how thick it is. Oh,  i know why he is here alright. The fucker wants his wife back. And now that Taylor is involved, he will definitely not bug until he get her back.

He was the reason i came to New York. I knew something was brewing when i saw the news. Thank God for little miracles like Jules not taking TV seriously. She would have seen the news and fled.

When i first saw the news,  i thought it was a rumour (y'all know these bloggers). But suddenly all TV network circulated it. It became the latest gist in town. That was when i knew i had to act before he get to her. Not knowing i will be too late.

No one is ready to answer Taylor's question and i know if i don't do something soon, things might get complicated. Tyler might take matters into his hands. Trust me,  we all don't want him opening his bug fat mouth.

I looked at Jules, to check how she's fairing and if she wants to break the silence. But she look so pale and almost on the verge of crying.

Jules is the strongest woman i know. Despite the shit that has happened in her life, she still moves on strong. But right now,  she is at her weakest and i have to be strong for her.

I can feel James fidgeting. He wanted to say something but one look from me silenced him. I pointed my head towards Jules and he get that i want him to move closer to her and comfort her.

When he wrap his hands around her, i noticed Tyler stiffen. A scowl appeared on his face when Jules returned the hug, and i could see the jealousy and rage written all over him.... i smiled inwardly (a very mean smile). I know he's still very much in love with Jules but i wont make it easy for him to get to her. I high five my inner self! Am so going to milk this for it's worth.

"Why don't we all sit down?" I asked in a mild tone. What i said snapped Jules from her daze like look and she sat down heavily. But unconsciously she drew closer to James and trust me, me and Tyler noticed the move.

Taylor didn't say a word after the question she asked. But everyone could sense her impatience.

Jules didn't waste time in beckoning to Taylor in that her soft motherly tone. "Come here baby" she picked her up and place her on her lap. "How was you outing with your aunt and James?" The question did the trick to pull her curiosity for the moment.  She gave a wide smile and recounted our outing from the little things we did, to the big part. Everyone was captivated by her. And seeing her mother laugh at what she says gives me so much joy. I looked to where Tyler is sitting and i feel a bit sad cos the expression on his face is that of pain, sadness, and regret.

But i shake the feeling off. He shouldn't have been dumb. If he hadn't,  he would still have his family. After Taylor's story, Jules gave a big sigh and I know the moment Jules made up her mind to tell her. Even though i want to drag Taylor's body protectively towards me, i fight the urge and stay put.

"Do you want us to excuse you?" I asked her. Praying secretly that she will allow me to stay. I just don't want my friend to go through this alone.

She looked at me with something like horror on her face, like i asked her to sacrifice her first child to the devil.  "What?no! I want you to stay, please"

Little does she know i didn't want to leave. I gave her a nod in affirmative to her request.

She turned to her daughter and held her in her arms. "Erm..baby?"

"Yes mum" i can see Jules getting nervous.

"You know you've always asked about your dad?" she gave a nod.

"Well, erm....you know how i told you he was far away from us and he couldn't come to check on you cos of his busy schedule?

"Yes mama, i remember."

"But now he's back and he wants to see you"

"I have a dad?" She asked in a small voice.

Jules looked at her with a confused gaze."Of course you do baby. Did someone say something to you?"

"No mum. No one said anything to me" i don't believe her, but i will let it slide.

"Where is he now? Can i meet him? Does he want to see me?" She's eager now and her eagerness drove away the gloomy atmosphere a little.

Jules chuckle "Easy there tiger. Yes, he wants to meet you. And he's right here with us" her eyes widen...

"Is it James?is he my dad?" She asked excitedly.

"What? No honey. Why do you think that? James is my best friend and your uncle baby, not your dad"

"So who is it then?...oh..."

She turned towards Tyler. I know my god daughter is smart and much more intelligent for her age but damn...

"Are you my dad?" She asked in an innocent voice. His face soften when she asked that question.

"Yes baby, i am your father."

"Where have you been? Why don't i know you? My friends have dads and they live with them because they love them. Don't u love me?" Oh God! A sob broke out from Jules and i know we girls will soon become a mess. No child should ever have to go through this. Her bottom lip is trembling so bad. I want to go there and wrap her in my arms, but Tyler beat me to it.

He got up from his chair and knelt on the ground in front of her. By now she was crying. "No, no, princess. Don't talk that way. I love you so much. More than anything in the world. I had to go away for a while. That's the reason you didn't see me. Now that am back, i promise not to leave your side again" he wiped her tears away gently.

"You promise?"

"I promise baby."

She then throw her arms on his shoulder in a hug. "Welcome home dad"

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Someone should please hand me some tissues! Am a sobbing mess.😣😥

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