Playing for Keeps, Not Cheats.

[lauren.]

I nodded,"Six it is,"I said as I headed over to the door, opening it. "Thanks again,"I said looking at her. Seeing her hug herself, made her seem small. I just wanted to hug her and tell her everything would get better. What the hell, what's up with these thoughts tonight?

[haileyjordan]

I smiled and nodded, "You're welcome," I said. "Goodnight
Sam." Once he was outside I closed the door, leaning against
it as I shut my eyes, taking a deep breath. My life was about
to completely change.

[lauren.]

"Goodnight,"I muttered to the closed door. She seemed to want me out of the house quickly. I breathed in as I glanced at the toys on the porch before getting into my car and heading home. She didn't think I was cut out for being a father. I smirked slightly knowing her mind will be changed.

[haileyjordan]

(Shall we skip to that night?)

[lauren.]

(Yep! )

[haileyjordan]

It was around 5:50 and I was hurrying around, making
sure I had everything I needed for that night. "Your dad
should be here anytime Taylor. Please try to cooperate tonight,"
I told her. "I always do!" She giggled as I smiled and rolled
my eyes, "In your dreams maybe."

[lauren.]

I had gone out earlier that day to pick up some flowers for Hannah and a new doll for Taylor. I mean, it's just an act of kindness... At the moment I was driving to Hannah's house and arguing with my coach about not being able to make it. He didn't believe me that I have a kid and told me I'm letting the team down. I pulled into into the driveway ending the conversation.

[haileyjordan]

"Dinner is in the fridge, and there's some ice cream in the
freezer," I told her. "Ice cream!" She exclaimed. "After you
eat your dinner," I pointed at her. She rolled her eyes, "Taylor,
don't roll your eyes at me young lady," I said as I put my
earrings on.

[lauren.]

I rubbed my face frustrated. I got out of the car holding my gifts as I went up to the door, ringing the doorbell.

[haileyjordan]

"Thank you God," I said quietly as I opened the door.
I smirked and raised my eyebrow, "Whatcha got there?"
I asked.

[lauren.]

Hannah definitely looked good tonight and it made me wonder if she was doing something outside of work. I cleared mg throat and gave her a smile,"These are for you,"I said hanging her the flowers as I stepped into the house.

[haileyjordan]

I smiled, "They're lovely, thank you," I said. He was already
really trying. "I should be going now. Her bedtime is 9:30, I
should be home a little bit before but just in case. And make
sure she has her dinner before she eats dessert," I told him.
"Mommy!" Taylor whined. "Thank you for this," I said.

[lauren.]

I chuckled at Taylor's comment,"Alright, get going then,"I said smirking as I looked her up and down. I didn't even try to hide it. I mean who wouldn't check her out?

[haileyjordan]

I smacked him on his arm as I saw him look at me. "I'll
be home tonight sweetie, love you," I told Taylor. "I love
you too," she smiled before I headed out the door.

[lauren.]

I grinned as she smacked me. I stuck my head out the door,"By the way, you're looking gorgeous tonight,"I told Hannah. I grinned and winked at her before shutting the door. I crossed my arms,"Do I not get a hello?"I pouted at Taylor.