Better or Bad (Sequel to Lizzy Walker - Adopted Story)

Sisters vs. Mom's Ex

"Alright, got your makeup and hair done?" Bryce asked. I laughed and nodded. "Babe, it's only today! Mom isn't a fan of me wearing makeup all the time." I said. He hummed in response. "I don't blame her. Your natural beauty is beautiful." He agreed. My cheeks burned red. I'm visiting Rebecca today with Meadow for mother/daughter bonding. They weren't on rocks last time but I'm glad everything's turning out well between them. Rebecca is in a happy and healthier place. Bryce smiled and kissed me. "Have a good time." He said. I nodded. "You make sure our kids don't burn down the house." I sassed. He scoffed, chuckling. "They'll be fine! I got this completely under control." He said. On cue, their loud voices were heard. "SHUT UP!" Breanna yelled. "YOU SHUT UP BABY!" Jace shouted. I smirked. He smiled sheepishly. "Like I said, completely under control." He told me. I chuckled and patted his shoulder. We shared a kiss. "Kids, come say goodbye to Mom!" He yelled. They rushed downstairs and saw me confusedly. "Where are you going, Mom?" Breanna asked. I chuckled. "To see your second grandma with Aunt Meadow. I'll be back later on." I told them. Jace smiled and shrugged. "Ok! Have fun, and tell grandma we miss her." He said. Awe! So cute! I kissed their foreheads and rubbed Breanna's hair. "Goodbye lovelies." I said. I grabbed my purse and walked out. Bryce waved and closed the door softly. My heart fluttered whenever he does that. It almost makes me wanna stay. I honked my car and got inside to drive off. First my car needs gas so I stopped at the gas station. My phone buzzed. I sighed, putting it on speaker. Meadow's voice was being heard. "Hey, sis!" She said cheerily. I smiled while taking the oil changer off my car. "Hey! What's up?" I asked.
"Nothing much! Can't wait to see Mom!" She squealed. I nodded in agreement. "I know. I'm also glad we don't have to fly off to Hawaii and pay for a flight." I said. She breathed a breath of relief. "Me too." She said. I laughed. "Is Bryce coming?" She asked. Nope due to having two kids at home. I smirked. "No! At home with the kids though I'm entirely convinced something will go wrong." I joked. We laughed a little hard. "True! I miss those little guys." She said. I smiled warmly. "Honestly, I think about having one more kid. Maybe someone around twelve or fourteen. It warms my heart thinking about it all." I said. "Awe! I hope you both consider that decision I mean Bri and Jace are almost in middle school." She said. True, they'll be a little mature and probably won't drive our future child crazy. I nodded in agreement and got in the car. "You on your way there?" I asked. "Yup, see you there." She said and hung up. I started the engine and closed the door. Whoo, changing oil is no joke. I drove from the station and onto the road.

In the beautiful neighborhood, I parked behind Meadow's car in the driveway. Mom's house is so freaking nice. Especially flowers are watered.

Meadow came out of hers and smiled. I returned the gesture and hugged. She hugged back.
"How are you?" I asked. "I'm real good! You?" She said. I laughed. "Never been better." I told her. Loud screams were heard in the house. We parted. Meadow looked confused. "What was that?" She asked. I shrugged and more screams yet glass breaking was heard. She gulped, pointing at the house. "It's coming from inside." She said. I nodded in agreement. What's going on? What could really be happening? We rushed to the doorstep and knocked. "Mom! Mom! Are you ok?!" She asked frantically. I huffed and knocked twice. "Mom!" I called. "MEADOW! LIZZY!" Mom screamed. I motioned Meadow to back away. I inhaled a deep breath and kicked the door down swiftly. It shattered in pieces once it hit the ground. She smiled widely. "Blessed you took karate!" She cheered. I almost spoke until mom's screams was heard again. We ran inside and searched the kitchen, dining room and living room. No Mom. Overall, every room look absolute gorgeous.