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Authors: P.A. Jones

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Tristan

I watched him in shock. His nose was covered in a bandage, and that was because of me. But why was he here and what did he want?

I saw Shaun stand up. His face was tense and he didn’t seem to like the sudden entrance of Gerome.

“Your honor, we should proceed with your decision. The gentleman doesn’t have anything to do with this and we should hear your decision first.”

My eyes darted to Peterson; he was looking at me. I signaled him to oppose Shaun.

“Your honor, I’m sorry for the last minute call. But Gerome is our witness in this case, and I would like you to hear him once before giving your decision.”

“Mr. Peterson, you are making a mockery of the court here. When the decision is pending, you don’t bring any witnesses; they should be presented when asked.” Shaun’s voice cracked.

“Your owner, I’m the dreadful father of the kid whose custody is in question. And I’ve few points to discuss with you, only if you agree to let me present it.” Gerome was clear and confident.

The judge looked at him and then at Peterson and Shaun. “I think the father of the child should have a say. But I would like to see the proof that you are his father," the judge said.

“I’ll produce them to you in half an hour, your honor,” Peterson replied quickly.

“Okay, the court is adjourned for half an hour.” The judge walked out.

***

“I hope you have something positive to say in court,” I whispered to Gerome as we walked inside the court again. Peterson, with the help of Gavin, somehow managed to get the DNA report and birth certificate the Stephen. And it was clear that Gerome was his biological father.

“Wait and watch.” A smirk was visible on Gerome’s face. “I’ll make sure that bastard doesn’t get a single penny of Nikki’s money.”

The judge came in few minutes and court started it’s hearing again.

“Your honor, here are the reports from the Central Medical hospital. These should be enough to prove that he is the biological father of Stephen,” Peterson said.

“Before you start the hearing, your honor, I would like to ask Gerome where he was for the past two-and-half years when his wife needed him. When his son needed him most?” Shaun asked.

“To answer you, Mr. Shaun, is that I know I’m a dickhead. I abandoned Nikki for most of her pregnancy. But there was a reason for that.” He took a pause. Took a handkerchief out of his pocket and wiped his tears. “Your honor, Nikki is a good wife. But, unfortunately, her dad wasn’t a good father. He made me go away from her. He threatened me with my life.”

“Your honor, we should ask him proof for this all. We can’t just trust his babbling.” Shaun tried to cut him off.

“Mr. Shaun, I would suggest that you seat down and speak when asked.”The judge scowled at him. “It looks like you are too impatient to let him speak his words.”

“I’m sorry.” Shaun sat down.

“Please continue, Mr. Gerom
e
,
" the judge asked him.

“Your honor, if you have any doubts, please check the last eight months’ newspapers. I’m there everywhere. When Nikki’s dad died, I flew back here and have been with Nikki for the last eight months. I’d been there when Stephen and she needed me most. I know how much she loves him and she will vouch for my words, too. Now, I know you have problems for giving custody to Nikki, because of her drug issue. But you shouldn’t have any problems in giving custody to me.” He dropped the bomb.

Nikki clenched my hand tightly. I looked at her; she was looking at Gerome in horror. Even I didn’t know what he was talking about and why he was trying to take Stephen’s custody.

“That’s a twist to the case. But, it is a valid point. I’ll need some time to verify the details. The court is again adjourned for half an hour and I’ll be giving the final decision when we resume.” The judge walked away.

Chapter 17

Tristan

“The boy is yours, Nikki. I couldn’t let Shaun take Stephen away from you. Not after I realized how much Stephen mean to both of you,” Gerome assured me and Nikki as we walked out.

“Thanks a lot, Gerome. For doing what you did today.” I shook hands with him. The court had decided in his favor and given custody to Gerome.

“You taught me that, Tristan. I know how much it hurts to see your child in danger. I know I wasn’t around and I’m not the right person to be his dad, but I’m sure you’ll understand my actions someday.”

“I don’t care how much money you took from me. I just want to thank you for giving back Stephen to me.” Nikki hugged Gerome.

“You deserved it, Nikki. You gave me a second chance. And I did what is right,” Gerome said.

I could see a good heart at the bottom of that jerk.

“Peterson, what’re the chances that Shaun will put the case next court again?”

“Well, he was given six months to file a case for an appeal. I think he will file it,” Peterson replied.

“Don’t worry. I’m going to move here for six months, without my wife and child, and I can always be available when you need me,” Gerome replied.

“Yes, if he just keeps showing in media how much he loves Nikki and Stephen, we will get a hold of the case,” Peterson added.

“That’s a deal, then.” Gerome extended his hand again.

“Yes.”Nikki and I both grabbed his hand. He was making up for his sins and it was good for both of us.

Chapter 18

Two months later.

Nikki

I took the key out of my purse and opened the door. It was the first anniversary of our first meeting and Tristan didn’t even remember it. On top of that, he didn’t even answer my call from the morning and didn’t even bother to tell me what he was doing for the whole day.

Finally, in the evening, I couldn’t wait and decided to visit his house. Two months ago, we’d said the magic words to each other and been in love after that. But I couldn’t move in with him. I had’ to live in my own home with Gerome because of the outcome of the case and the six-month period wasn’t over. Shaun could have filed a case against us if I had moved in with Tristan openly. So, to sum up, we had to be careful about everything we did. But everything was for Stephen.

Though Gerome was living with me, he visited Mexico many times a month. His other wife was there and a cute little girl. Last month, Tristan and I visited Paula and Kina, Gerome’s wife and daughter. They both were very nice and treated us very well. Gerome said once the court of appeals gave the decision, he would file for divorce with me. In the meantime, Tristan was working with Peterson to make sure no business would go to Shaun’s firm and he paid for his sins.

So life was coming to a happy circle, but this fool forgot that we met on this very day last year in my dad’s club. I still remembered him, walking in the club and me asking for his help.

I giggled and walked in.
Today, you would be getting a scolding from me, Mr. Scott. Scolding for forgetting our anniversary.

The room was dark, so I turned the light on and saw a small table in the middle of the room with a red table cloth on that. I recognized it. It was the same table he’d planned ten months ago, when he was planning to have a candlelight dinner with me.

Tristan walked in from the kitchen with a champagne bottle in his hands.

“Wow, it’s so cute.” I looked at the flowers he had already arranged in the middle of the table. The flowers had a note on it.

I put Stephen in a bouncer and opened the note.

For the love of my life. There is something special at the bottom of these flowers for you.

I checked the bottom, there was a small box. A ring box.
He is going to propose me.
My heartbeat quickened. It wasn’t like I didn’t know it was coming. But it was exciting. The man of my dreams was going to propose me.

I opened the box; it had two ring spaces, but it was empty. My eyes darted to Tristan, who was standing there, smiling.

I showed him the empty box.

He smiled back at me and got down on his knee.

“My love, Nikki, and my son, Stephen.” He pushed his hand in his pockets and took out two rings. “Would you like to be my wife and son?”

There were two rings in his hand. One for me and one for Stephen.

I jumped to my feet. “Yes, yes and yes.” I looked at Stephen; he was smiling. Maybe he was also saying “yes” to Tristan.

Tristan stood up and hugged me tightly, brushing his lips on mine.

“We will just have to keep it a secret, until the six-month period is over," he whispered.

“And I’ll wait till I wear this on my hand and show it to the world.” I bit his earlobe.

The End.

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