What "Logan Curse"?

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***This chapter follows alongside the events that take place in the chapter "Turning Page" in You're Not My Daddy by Jackieblu13. Please be encouraged to read this chapter before continuing.***

Charlie

It's nearing time for sunset as I look at my watch. It's getting later and I'm counting the minutes till I can see Ruby tonight, who is currently busy with a bridal shower.

We've been in California for Clyde and Jackie's wedding. We've been here a few days already and I've been spending most of my time with the guys, shooting the shit and having a good time before Clyde ties the knot.

Ruby's been spending a majority of her time with her girlfriends and tending to the bride, so our time together has been cut significantly this week.

Clyde genuinely seems happy with Jackie, which makes me very happy for him since we've become good friends. She's a firecracker, but a very caring person, and I like that about her. She's been a wonderful aunt to my daughter - our daughter - and I couldn't be more grateful for that. The fact that I could confide in her for my carefully laid plans tonight made things so much easier.

There's a light breeze in the air as I look over the balcony of the mansion that Toby's rented out for all of us to stay in, taking in the scenery. I begin to button my dress shirt as I take a glance behind me, seeing my son Henry holding Adrianna, feeding her a bottle.

He's wrapped his arms around her carefully, watching her little face, his eyes searching her over and his fingers brushing her little hand sweetly. He adores his sister and I love seeing this side of him blossom.

I can't help but smile at them. Henry's been so good with her. I then turn back to my view, raking my hand through my hair.

God, I can't wait to see her...

"Charlie...?" I hear a voice call from behind me.

It's Sandra, whose making her way gingerly towards me.

"I have her elephant and her blanket all ready for tonight. I know Ruby pumped earlier so I think everything is good to go, but is there anything else I might need?" she asks, looking to me for approval.

I give her a smile, knowing Adrianna will be just fine.

"No, that's really all. She's pretty easy otherwise. If she gets fussy at all, usually singing and rocking her does the trick." I tell her as I look passed her to Adrianna.

She's making the sweetest little noises as Henry feeds her and he looks absolutely enamored.

"Well now, don't you worry about a thing Charlie-Bird. But do you have everything that you need for tonight?" she asks, giving me an emphatic wink. I can't help but chuckle.

I reach my hand in my pocket for the velvet ring box, slipping it out only a moment to peek inside, still keeping it slightly hidden. The treasure inside sparkles brightly in the light as I crack it open.

I nod to Sandra and tuck it back in my pocket. She smiles wide and rubs her hands together in excitement.

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My footsteps echo through the hall as I walk to the opposite wing of the mansion, heading to where I know Ruby's been spending her time with the other girls. Jackie's bridal shower has been going on for a good long while now and I'm anxious to see her.

I come to the large double doors, hearing the commotion going on inside even from where I'm standing. I can hear them all laughing and talking, Jackie's laugh being the most prominent. I rake my knuckles at the door and everything goes quiet.