Family Ties || book 1

26

"Let's get you into bed," I said to Leon who was watching something on his Ipad.

"But if I go to bed you're going to leave," he said and I jumped on his bed

"Kiddo we've talked about this already. Mommy has work to do" I said and he jumped onto the bed

"Let's make a deal," he said and I smiled

This kid is always making a deal with me

"As soon as your done with work you'll come straight back and then we'll go home," he said and I nod in agreement

"Words Mom"

"Deal"

"Mom?"

"Yes baby," I asked

"You remember that guy whose photo you throw knives at," he asked and I froze. He was talking about Leo.

Don't judge me but I do it when I'm feeling sad or angry.

"Sweetheart I can explain-'

"Mom please don't sugarcoat it. I can tell you hate him" he said and I sighed

"I saw him last night," he said and my eyes went to him so quick I thought they would roll out.

"What?"

"I saw him," he said and my heart was about to beat out of my chest.

"Baby you must be mistaken," I said and there was a knock

Dad wouldn't have him here if I was here

"We have to go now," Bryce said.

Shit

Looking back at Leon he smiled

"It's okay Mom as long as you promise to come back right after"

"I promise baby. If nothing happens to call me you know how to use your phone. Listen to your grandfather. No cursing...."

"Mom I know" he smiled and I got up.

I can't believe he's three

"You want me to tuck you in," I asked

"Yes please" he smiled