Life Unexpected (Naughty Addiction's Part2)

Chapter 10

Dylan

As I headed into work, I noticed the storm clouds brewing above. A light drizzle started, and I realized that work would most likely be called off because of the weather. I pulled in next to Parker and threw the car into park. We were supposed to be starting on the last turbine today and I was anxious to get the job done before the first snow fall. Our supervisor Randy decided to call a meeting, we could hear the rumble of thunder in the distance. After the meeting, I asked Randy if I could stay behind and help load everything back inside. He didn't seem to mind, he looked a little surprised. I watched as everyone ran to their cars, holding their coats over their heads to keep from getting drenched.

"Hey, are you not leaving?" Parker asked.

"Nah, I'm going to help get everything loaded back inside first."

"You ok man?"

"Yea, why?"

"I don't know, you just seem... different."

"I'm fine."

"Alright, talk to you later then."

"Yea, sure."

The truth is, I don't feel fine. Ever since I ran into Tripp at the hospital, I haven't been fine. I wasn't a hundred percent honest when I told Lexi that I was ok with Tripp sticking around until we found out who the baby's daddy is. I felt sick that I would go along with it, how could I allow him to just come back into our lives like that. I was just starting to get used to the idea of being a father and that Lexi is going to be my wife. I really don't like the thought of him spending time with her, I'm worried that she'll fall back in love with him. Maybe I shouldn't have stayed behind, Tripp could be there with Lexi right now. Once everything was loaded back inside, I drove straight to Lexi's house.

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My worst fears were realized when I saw Tripp's car in the driveway. I pulled in next to his car and sat for a moment. I could feel the blood rushing through me; like a volcano ready to erupt. I can't see straight, everything is fuzzy. My hands are wrapped around the steering wheel and my knuckles are white. I feel like I could rip the steering wheel from its column right now; I'm so pissed. I close my eyes and take a few deep breaths, trying to calm myself down. I know that if I go in there right now, I most likely will fly into a rage and do something I regret, which will most likely upset Lexi. After a few minutes of breathing, I feel calm enough to face the situation.

Standing on her porch, I can feel my heart racing and all those feelings I was having a moment ago start to rush back. I know that I shouldn't go inside right now but, I can't help it I need to see her. I know that she won't care if I just let myself in but, I decide to knock instead. A few seconds later, the door opens.

"Hey Dylan, Lex is in the shower. Come on in."

Seriously? Who does this motherfucker think he is? He thinks he can just open the door like he owns the place; like he lives here. I'm pissed but, I don't say anything. I follow him inside and the whole time, I'm imagining stabbing him in the back. I want to kick his ass so bad right now that all I can see is red. Tripp sits at the kitchen table, so I decide to take a seat on the sofa. I don't want to be anywhere near him right now because I know what I'm capable of doing to him and the outcome would not be good; for anyone. I wait impatiently for Lexi to come out and when she finally does, she smiles at me and I can't help but to go to her and wrap my arms around her. Her hair smells like coconuts and is still damp. In this moment; we are alone, I can't remember why I was upset. She has this way of making me forget the bad and only remember what is good. I can't imagine my life without her. She looks up at me and smiles, I press my lips to hers and the world around us disappears. The only thing that matters to me right now, is her. A few minutes go by when I hear him clear his throat. Lex and I look over to see Tripp still sitting at the table. I'm feeling bold; invincible, like a super hero.

"Oh, hey forgot you were here. Do you mind, I would really like to be alone with Lex?"

Tripp raised his eyebrows and smirked. I know that what I said got under his skin and I was happy for it. If he thinks he can just butt into our lives, he has another thing coming. I'm not about to let that asshole ruin what Lexi and I have.

"Yea... no problem man."

Just as he was about to walk out the door he turns around and tells Lex that he'll talk to her later but, I tell him she will most likely be busy. He threw me a dirty look before leaving but, I don't care because he doesn't deserve Lex. I swoop her off her feet and carry her to the bedroom, instead of ripping her clothes off and fucking her into next week, I decide that we should just lay in bed and talk. I want to know everything about her and I want her to know everything there is to know about me. We talk for hours, I learn so much about her. The intimate details of her life, the highs and lows; the death of her mom. I start to feel like I've known Lex my whole life, everything just feels so natural when I'm with her. I love this woman with all my heart and I'm never letting her get away from me. I look down and realize she's asleep; my heart skips a beat as I take in her beauty. I place my hand on her abdomen and feel it rise and fall every time she breathes. I think about the life growing within her and as much as I want to be excited about our future together, I'm terrified.