The Lives We Live

Chapter 34

Norah's heart was beating fast through her chest as soon as she saw her mother's angry eyes. Toni noticed and got her into the car and telling Cheryl to drive them and that she will follow them later. The redhead just nodded as the kids and the teenagers climbed to the redhead's car. While the redhead drove as fast as she could, Toni kept her cool and approached the blond. "What do you want Diane?"

"ARE YOU CRAZY TONI? WHY CHERYL IS WITH MY KIDS!"

Toni laughed darkly. "Your kids? Where were you when your daughter got raped because of your brother? Where were you when your son started smoking also because of your brother? You didn't give a shit about them Diane. I was the one who always took care of them! Your own daughter is scared of you! Do you know how many times she came to Cheryl crying? Do you know how many times Cheryl calmed her down? When did you ever do that to her? NEVER! Because you were blinded by your jealousy!"

"THAT DOESN'T MEAN YOU ALLOW CHERYL TO TAKE MY ROLE AS A MOTHER."

"You were never a mother! And if you are near my redhead, her kids or my kids I won't hesitate to hurt you. You caused a lot of damage for this family Diane. Walk away."

"You want me to walk away without a fight? Where is the Toni I loved all these years ago?"

"I died the moment your brother decided to hurt me through my daughter. I died when the first insult to my situation was out. I hated you so much but I put up with everything because of the kids. And now since they are safe and sound with me, I won't allow you to interfere with my life or theirs."

Back in the car, Noah was trying to calm Noah's breathing. Cheryl was worried about Norah and Toni. Luke and Lucas sat there confused, they didn't understand what was happening. The redhead sighed and stopped the car on the side of the road. "Norah, come with me please." She said softly as she got out of her car.

Norah obliged and also went out of the car and made her way to where The redhead was waiting for her. The redhead opened her arms. "Come here," She said softly. The teenager rushed to the embrace still breathing heavily. "I need you to breath with me," She instructed firmly. "Come on, deep breathes sweety." The teenager followed the instructions. "I got you, you are safe." She kept soothing the little brunette.

It took a few minutes till Norah calmed down. She hugged her tightly. "Thank you," She said in a low voice.

"Norah, sweety, I need you to know that I won't hurt you or your brother or mother. I will always be there for you and Noah. If you ever need anything or you are in need of someone to talk to, just know that I am here."

"You are the best," Norah said smiling.

Cheryl smiled. "Let's get going. I'm sure Luke and Lucas will cuddle with you."

Norah giggled and nodded as they both got back in the car, and true to her words. Luke and Lucas cuddled with the teenager. "Don't cwy Nowah!" Luke said sadly. "I don't like it if you cwy!" The teenager smiled softly and kissed his cheek.

"I'm okay buddy, do you want to take a nap? You look sleepy."

Luke nodded and rested his head on her shoulder and closed his eyes. Lucas sighed and held Norah's hand. "Are you okay?"

"I am big guy, don't worry about it." She said softly. She said as Cheryl started the car and drove to her house.

"I do have a part in their life Toni!"

"What are you trying to say, Diane? That you want the kids now? They are finally happy and calm. They don't want you!"

"And they want that bitch?!" Diane exclaimed.