48 | Z A C K

"Thank you so much for the lovely dinner. I'm full." Daisy said as we exited the hotel.

I dipped my hands into my pockets and we started walking down the street. Dinner went great. We enjoyed each other's companies and chatted about a lot of things. We cracked jokes and discover our similarities and differences and assumptions on what our baby would adopt.

We talked about our likes and dislikes and options about our future careers. It was very interesting to talk to her. She hits home and I admire her sincerity. I enjoy watching her laugh and babble about unimportant details. It brought delight in my chest to see her eyes lit up whenever she spoke.

"It's okay. You deserve the best, Daisy. I feel blessed to have you to carry my child at a very young age. It's all my fault you're forced into motherhood at an early age." I whispered and pulled my lips into a thin line. I casted my eyes down when a wave of guilt hit me.

I felt her longs fingers on my shoulder. "Hey, it's all in the past. We've moved on, Zack. After all, it wasn't just your fault. It was also my fault. You know, fifty fifty." She jokingly rolled her eyes which made me smile. "Just like when we were kids."

We were slowly walking down the street to our car. There are still vehicles but because the street isn't a much followed route and leads to another town, there aren't much people.

"I still can't believe I remember very little details about what happened that night." I was referring to the night we conceived the baby. It remained a puzzle to me.

Daisy chuckled and shook her head. "It was your first time drinking and you got drunk real hard. I myself remember only a few details. Before I completely got wasted, you approached me. We talked and talked and drunk before you eventually took the first step. The next thing I remember, you were on top of me, fucking me like a rabbit in heat." She bluntly said.

I scratched the nape of my neck and awkwardly laughed. It's not like we fucked once. In fact, lately all we do is fucking when we're too bored. It's just the way she bluntly said it that made me feel weird and delighted at the same time.

"But I'm glad it happened. That night, you gave a treasure, a family. It's what links us as one. It brought us together and you not only gave me a precious little girl but also the love and support of your family."

I stopped her and pulled her gently. I kissed her forehead and hugged her against my chest. "I don't regret meeting you, Daisy. I'm so sorry you had to go through what you went through. I treated you badly and trusted the wrong person. I fucked up and I really want to make up for what we lost."

She smiles widely and look straight into my eyes. She placed her hands under my chin and raked her fingers through my hair. "I should be the thankful one. You gave me a life, Zack. Thank you so much." She took my hand and placed it on her tummy.

I reacted immediately. I rubbed my hand against the surface my daughter is peacefully growing in. For a moment, I just stared down at it and continuously rubbed it. Slowly, my hands moved past her enlarged boobs to her partially exposed neck. I bend a little and yank her head forward for a hungry kiss. She kissed me back with the same full force. It was passionate and lovely and I enjoy every second of it.

Daisy pulled away with a gasp. "Zack, we're on a date and we can't just kiss on the street." I wasn't listening to her. I was just staring at those swollen lips.

She realised I wasn't listening and her cheeks turned red in a very rare moment. I smirked with satisfaction and she jokingly pounded her small fist on my chest. But then, she noticed something behind me and rushed to it.

I turn just in time to see her enter a bicycle shop. She waved at me as a gesture to come over and I obeyed. Just as I arrived, she hugged the shop woman and proceeded to take unlock the bicycle. I greeted the middle age woman who appeared to be Spanish from her accent.

"Daisy, what are you doing?" I asked in confusion as she unlocks the second bicycle from the chain. She ignored me and told me to hold the two bicycles. She rushed back to the woman and gave back the keys she took from her.

"You do know how to ride bicycle, right?" She shoved one to me and proceeded to climb the other. I nodded but still confused.

"Did you just bought the bicycles?" I asked as I climb the bicycle. It had being a long time since I did but the memories are stuck to my mind.

We rode off into the empty street in the darkness. I was riding by her side and observed her. She looks very happy and relaxed to be riding the bicycle with her hair tousled and the cold wind blowing. It gave her wild look and I like that.

"I didn't buy the bicycle. I rented it. It belonged to me once upon a time." She briefly turn to meet my gaze before turning back. "Jupiter taught me how to ride a bicycle. She was the one that led me to that shop woman. We both used to have bicycles but when we turned fifteen, we gave it to the woman. She speaks Spanish and so does Jupiter so they bonded quickly. We always rent our old bicycles to take a short ride at night."

A sad expression was plastered on her face. She was looking ahead of her probably in deep thoughts. I feel bad for her for having to loose two best friends. And then having a cold family with an accused brother.

"My Dad taught me how to ride a bicycle. You know what, Daisy? It's not like you completely lost them. You'll always have beautiful memories about them. Think of those memories and be thankful. I know Jupiter wouldn't just abandon you and you must know that something went wrong. She's just worried about you and the baby and didn't want to cause any harm. Jupiter loves you."

She nodded her head but didn't say anything. We rode past the bushy areas where there were no houses. It was just a hill that run down to the forest. I enjoy feeling the freedom and satisfaction. My nerves were calmed down and all my worries were swept away.

"I bet you haven't noticed but my boobs have grown a lot more bigger. I just realised that this morning." She happily chattered.

My demeanor changed and I glance at her. "Trust me, I noticed that a very long time ago. It's normal for pregnant women. And your moods too. They've changed over the past couple of months. Trinity did well in her counselling and I observed all those changes in you."

"You're a very good observant. I would be very happy to have Kassy's girl and ours play together as cousins. I know they would turn out to be best of friends." She slowed down her pace and I quickly moved to her side. We're now very close to each, I could study all her expressions in the moonlight.

"I hope so." I added.

I heard her sharp breath intake as she fiddles with the handlebar. "Promise me, Zack," She glances at me before quickly turning away but not before I saw the gloom in her eyes. "Promise me our daughter is not going to lack anything in her life. I want her to live a life with a supportive family, to be happy, to have both her parents by her side. Promise me you're going to treat her like a princess."

Already, she's the top priority in my life. I love my baby girl with all my heart and I know I'm going to be a sucker for all her demands. I'm going to be the one to take her to school, buy her the all the ice cream in the world and treat her like a princess. I don't know about fate but I know I'll forever be by her side. I'll go to the extent of playing dolls with her just to make her happy. And will try to cherish her sensational mother who will forever hold a special spot in my heart no matter what.

"Hey, we're in this together. I promise you I'll always be there for our daughter. And not just her but also for you. I'll always be there for you. You're very special to me, Daisy even if you don't believe it. I cherish the moments we spent together, all the lies and hard times we went through and we were tough."

She slowly came to a halt but her eyes never left mine. I stopped too and for we stared at each other for a brief moment. We let out all our hidden emotions out and our feelings for each other bared. I could see the twinkle in her eyed and my heart skipped a beat. I feel the depth, the delight and ecstasy of it. And then the realisation hit me.

I'm so in love with Daisy, every time I look at her, my soul gets dizzy. This young lady here stole my heart. She makes me yearn for her when she isn't there and makes me feel warm when she's there. I admire her laughter and always want to listen to it. It was like music in my ears. Though she isn't perfect and tangled in a twist of mysteries, I like unraveling it. It makes her very intriguing. Her beautiful eyes are always filled with curiosity and the honesty in her soul. I love watching them beam with excitement and happiness.

Our love is worth fighting for when I see her face. I want her. I want to be with her for the rest of my life. I'm addicted to her and love tasting her perfections and imperfections. I love comforting her. I love being in her life and enjoying all the adventures with her. Spending time with her showed me exactly what I've been missing in my life. She has bewitched my mind, body and soul. Words can't describe what I felt for her.

I am in love with her smile, her voice, her body, her eyes. But most importantly, I can envision my future without her love. I want to hold her hand laugh at her jokes walk by your side, snuggle on the couch look into her eyes talk about whatever and kiss her lips every single day. And I know instantly that she's the one for me.

I just want to confess my love and claim her as mine right now but I know I have to take baby steps. She has gone through a lot of hardship. It took her a very long time before she moved on. I know she wants to give me a chance but she has to analyse it first. Slowly, I'll try to win her over.

She broke the gaze and looked away. She turned her bicycle quietly. "Common, it's time we leave." I heard Ber say just before she rode off.

We were practically racing back to the shop and enjoying the silly race. Her melodic laughter filled my ears and that alone made my day. I had to warn her to be careful but she claimed to be an expert and ignored me. I shook my head at her feistiness.

We finally returned the bicycles just in time to find the woman about to close the shop. We bid her goodbye and walked back to the hotel to retrieve the car. The moment we settled in, Daisy leaned closer and pecked me on the lips.

"Thank you so much for such a lovely night. I enjoy it. You make me realise that romance isn't bad after all." She smiles sweetly and yawns. I smile to myself as I turn on the engine. My bad girl is sleepy I guess.

"I know, right? Now, let's get you to bed."
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