Surrender of the CEO

Chapter Four

Kya

I kept an eye on Jeremy’s car as it drove away. I waited for a few minutes before I left my salon. The Uber I called for as soon as I entered my salon was luckily around the corner. I got in and she took me home.

I unstrapped my heels and kicked them off. Mom was sitting in the rocking chair when I went in my room. She gave me a stern look. “I’m sorry mom.” “Why didn’t you tell him? He has a right to know. He could help you financially.” “More than help. Mom, he could take Harper away and I will never see him again.” “That wouldn’t happen he would have to fight for Harper in court if he wanted and that costs a lot of money.”

“Trust me mom he would bury me with the most expensive lawyers he can find in this country.” She got a look of confusion. “What do you mean?” “Um, well he’s on his way to owning a billion dollar company with his brother making him a billionaire. His brother is already a billionaire I guess.” Her eyes widened.

“Are you telling me Harper’s father is insanely rich?” “Pretty much.” “Why are you home?” Now I was confused. “Because I miss my son and I want to be home.” “You should be making sure you secure Harper’s father.” “No mom. I don’t need his money. I can take care of Harper financially myself. Besides Harper doesn’t need to become a spoiled brat.” “You should tell him. He’s going to find out one way or another.”

“Fine mom. Can you give me time to figure out what to say?” “Sure, when are you going to see him again?” “Tonight. We’re going to dinner. I’m paying for myself and driving myself before you ask. I don’t want to use him. I’m not a gold digger.” “Of course, you’re not.” I pulled my dress off. “Hungry?” I nodded. “Take a shower because I can smell him on you all the way over here.”

I sniffed myself and she was right. Not that I was complaining. I made my way into the bathroom and finished peeling off my bra and panties. I have leaked in my bra, and I am going to need to pump to relieve this full pressure I am feeling. I turned the shower on and stepped in.

~~~

“Come on Harper try and sleep.” I bounced Harper around my room. “He’s still fighting sleep?” “Yeah, I don’t get it. He’s not colicky anymore. I know he’s exhausted. I’m exhausted.” “I bet. You have gotten how much sleep over these past few days? This is where having his father around would be helpful. You could sleep and he could tend to Harper for you.” “Drop it, Wendy.” She held her hands in surrender.

She left the room and I hummed to Harper because I was too tired to sing. He finally fell asleep, and I set him on the bed with pillows around him. I laid next to him. I hope Harper lets me sleep for just an hour. “That’s all mommy needs just an hour.” I whispered to him.

“Mmm.” I murmured. I stretched my arm out for Harper. It feels like he let me get my hour of sleep. I couldn’t feel him. I opened my eyes. I didn’t see Harper. Wendy must have taken him. I felt his presence and saw him sitting in the rocking chair holding Harper. I inhaled sharply. No, no, this can’t be happening. “We need to talk.”

I wanted to tell him to leave. I didn’t know what to say too. I just opened and closed my mouth several times. “He’s mine. Don’t take him from me.” I pleaded a little. “Why didn’t you tell me you were pregnant?” “Because it was an accident. I didn’t want to burden you with a baby you weren’t expecting to have. What was I going to say to you? Hey, you know my doctor put me on new birth control and it had a cancel effect add on top of that the condom you probably tore a hole in with your teeth and well congratulations you’re going to be a dad.”

He eyed me. “I still deserved to know. I would have helped you.” “Yeah, well I can see that you could have provided for him now, but that doesn’t matter anyway.” “Why doesn’t it matter?” “Because I can take care of him myself. I don’t need you or your money.”

“He’s my son too. I should be supporting him as well. I’m going to be supporting him. I want his name changed to Green too.” “What? No, why?” “Because he’s, my son. I will get a DNA test if I need to prove it, but it is undeniable he is my son. I want him to have my name as he should have from birth. I want to be a part of his life. Don’t make me fight you in court for this. Can’t we compromise instead for his benefit and ours?”

I want to fight him so badly, but he’s right plus he would bury me in court. I nodded.

~~~

Jeremy was driving us back into the mountains. He pulled up to another gate at a different house. A man was in a gate house that opened the gate when he spotted Jeremy. The house on this property was gorgeous too like Jeremy’s house. He parked and got out. He was quickly opening Harper’s door to get him out before I could. He reached over Harper’s car seat to get his diaper bag and handed it to me behind his back. I took it. He lifted Harper out and snuggled him to his neck.

We turned and Jeremy led us inside. “We’re here.” He called out before closing the door. There was a huge living room and I saw Jordan come our way with a baby in his arms. “Kya, my brother Jordan. Jordan, Kya. This is my little niece Hope. She is only a few weeks old. Jordan, meet your nephew Harper.” “Trade.” Jordan said.

The brothers traded Harper and Hope. We walked more fully into the living room and there was a gorgeous woman sitting comfortably on the couch. She had a cane nearby. “Alaina, this is Kya Marks. This is my wife, Alaina.” “It’s a pleasure to meet you.” I shook her hand. “So, who do you have there?” She asked Jordan. “This is our nephew Harper.” She put her arms out for him. He handed Harper to her.

She looked him over. “Well, aren’t you a handsome little man.” She cooed. Alaina was looking really good. I remember she was on the chubby side. She must have worked hard to get in shape. She kept cooing at Harper.

“Oh.” She gasped as she looked at Harper. “Jordan look.” Jordan sat down next to her and looked at Harper too. “He has my eyes.” She nodded. My eyes shot to Jordan’s and sure enough Harper has his uncle’s eye color. “He looks so much like you. He could pass for your son.” Alaina commented. I would have to agree.

Jeremy indicated for me to sit with him. I did. He passed Hope to me when I settled. “She’s so beautiful.” “I wish she would open her eyes for you. She has her mom’s crystal blue eyes.” “You’re just a pretty princess, aren’t you?” I cooed.

Alaina’s phone chimed. She handed Harper to Jordan to look at he message. “Jayson will be here in a minute.” “Is he bringing dinner? I believe its his turn.” Jeremy joked. “No, I’m making my chicken alfredo.” “Ooh, even better. Its still his turn next time.”

The man from the club came in and up behind Alaina. He leaned over the back of the couch and wrapped his around her and kissed the side of her head. “How’s it going sis?” “I’m okay. Today is a better day.” “Good.” Jayson stared at Harper and then looked at Jeremy and me. “Meet Harper.” Alaina introduced Jayson. “Uh, wow.” “Wait until you see his eyes. They’re like mine.”

“I’m going to get dinner started.” “Can I help?” “Sure.” I handed Hope to Jeremy. I got up and I was shocked to see Alaina grasp the cane and walk to the kitchen. “I’m fine really.” “Do you have a disability?” “No, well sort of now.” “I’m sorry to hear that.” “I’m just grateful I survived.” I looked at her. She gestured with her head to sit at the kitchen island.

“I was in a terrible car accident well assault is closer to the accurate description a little over a year ago.” “What? I’m so sorry.” “Thanks.” “What happened?” “My former boss ran me down in a parking garage with a car and struck me causing me to fly into the back of my car. I barely survived. I know now I wouldn’t have survived without Jordan, Jayson, and Jeremy. They are my rocks.”

“And we love you sis.” Jayson came to stand next to her. “Hi, I’m Jayson. We haven’t officially met. Alaina is my sister.” I took his hand to shake. “Kya.” “Wendy’s older sister, right?” I nodded. “What’s for dinner?” “Chicken alfredo.” “Yes.” Jayson got excited. He moved to the refrigerator and began pulling out items. Once he got out what he could hold he set a stool near the flat top in the island and Alaina took the seat.

He pulled down pots for her and put things in reach of her. “Can you shred the parmesan cheese please?” I nodded. Jayson set what I would need in front of me. I got up and washed my hands and Alaina joined me. She moved to a hook with aprons and handed one to me before she wrapped one around herself. I got to work shredding the cheese.

“Hmm, smells good in here Baby.” Jordan told Alaina. He had Hope in his arms. Jeremy came in with Harper in his arms. I don’t know why seeing Jeremy holding Harper turns me on. Hope began fussing loudly and I could detect the hungry cry in her tone. I felt it. My cheeks turned red. I leaked so much it overflowed the little pads I keep in my bra for leaking purposes. It must mean I was leaking this whole time.

I got up. “Is everything alright?” Jeremy asked. “Uh, um yeah. Where’s the bathroom?” “I’ll show you.” Jeremy led me out of the kitchen. I ran for the living room and the diaper bag. I started digging through it. F*ck. I forgot to pack another shirt. “What are you looking for?”

I didn’t know how to respond. I untied the apron and lifted it off from me. “Oh, oh. Here, take Harper.” He handed Harper to me, and he began unbuttoning his dress shirt. Alaina was making her way into the living room and Jordan was carrying Hope. They saw me. I was mortified.

Jordan took Harper after he handed Hope to Alaina once she was situated. Jeremy took me to the bathroom and came in with me. “Don’t feel embarrassed. No one is judging you.” I nodded and took my shirt off. I had to take my bra off too because it was soaked. Jeremy stared at my leaking br***ts for a few seconds.

“How much do you produce for milk?” I thought his question odd. “Too much I think sometimes. No matter how much I pump and feed Harper they always seem to be full.” I used a cloth to wash myself. He handed me his shirt. “This is going to sound odd but hear me out please.” “Um, okay?”

“Alaina told you about her accident, right?” I nodded. “Well, she got pregnant with Hope when she was still trying to heal. Lately she has been having problems with her spine because she is supposed to be on pain medicine, but she can’t because she is br**stfeeding Hope. She doesn’t want to feed Hope formula. I have been trying to find her a surrogate nurser, or someone who would be willing to sell their extra milk. Do you think maybe you could help her out? I know it’s a lot to ask so soon, but they might have to put her back in a brace if they can’t get her pain managed. I don’t want to see her back in a brace and probably a wheelchair again.”

I know my eyes widened. “Uh, maybe. Are you sure she would want me nursing Hope or providing milk for her?” “You are a safer choice and technically you are already feeding Hope’s cousin.” “I guess if she agrees to it.” He nodded and helped finish buttoning his shirt up.

He stood there in his bare chest, and I wanted to drool. He smirked as he saw where I was looking. He stepped forward and slowly lowered his lips to mine. He tastes too damn good. He stepped back. “Come on.” We left the bathroom. I looked at Alaina feeding Hope. I feel so bad for her.

Harper didn’t miss a beat and started crying to be fed again himself. I rushed to take Harper from Jordan. I looked around. Alaina patted the spot next to her on the couch. I sat and tried to unbutton the shirt top one handed. Jeremy brought a small blanket and rested it over Harper and me once I got enough buttons undone for Harper.

We were left to feed the babies. “Jeremy told me about your predicament in the bathroom. If you are okay with it. I will nurse Hope for you and provide you pumped milk when I can’t be here.” Alaina’s eyes shot to mine. She had tears welling in them. “Really?”

“Yes, I produce more than Harper can eat and maybe if two are feeding off from me I won’t be leaking so badly.” “I could kiss you. You don’t know what this means to me.” Tears began falling. “Its okay. Don’t cry. I’m happy to help.”

“How would this work? How far away do you live?” Alaina asked. We started to try and figure out how we could work around this. There was some struggles to try to make the situation work out. “I don’t see how we can do this. I can’t ask you to drive all this way daily you have Harper to tend to.”

“She can if she comes and stays with me.” My eyes shot to Jeremy’s as he cleared the side of the couch. It looks like he borrowed a shirt from Jordan. “What? I can’t do that.” “Yes, you can. My house is huge there’s plenty of room for both of you. I want Harper in my life I meant that when I said it. You’re salon is closer to my house than yours. I can help you take care of Harper, and you can help Alaina with Hope’s feedings.”

I was flustered. “I, uh, that’s a big decision.” “Say yes. We can move you in tomorrow. I want to help. I want to be with my son.” “We need our own room.” He looked at me. He nodded. “Do you have to work tomorrow?” “I’m supposed to, but since its Friday and I am one of the bosses I can take the day.”

“If you’re going to take the day, I can go in for you bro.” “You sure?” “Yeah, if Kya can help Hope and Alaina can get started on her pain meds, I will cover for you though I’m sure Jocelyn has it covered regardless.”

“I’ll take tomorrow off too, and we can use my truck.” Jayson offered. “Dinner’s ready.” He added. It was practically ready when I leaked. We were just waiting for the broccoli to finish and breadsticks to go in the oven after to bake.

“Okay.” I agreed. Jeremy grinned and leaned down to kiss me. I flushed to be kissed in front of everyone.

Jeremy took Harper after I finished feeding him and Jordan took Hope. They both burped them and ushered us into the kitchen to eat. Jayson had set the basket of breadsticks on the table. I took the seat Alaina gestured to. She took the one next to me.

I was going to ask if we should wait when Alaina reached forward to pile her plate with food. “Eat. These guys can pack my alfredo away and you’ll be lucky to get any after.” She chuckled.

I did as she commanded. She chuckled at me again. I felt embarrassed. I looked at my plate and what I had done. I started to take some of the food back off. “No, don’t. Let them suffer with a normal portion.” I laughed and she joined me.

“Besides, I like knowing you are getting enough food. You are going to be feeding two babies. I’ll make you dinner every night if you want me to. You don’t know how much this means to me. I’ll even make you my special sugar free goodies.” I raised my brow. “Oh, they are so good.” The guys all commented in some way.

“Do you have a pump?” I asked Alaina as the guys settled. Jeremy had Harper nestled in his neck and Jordan had Hope on his opposite shoulder to where both Harper and Hope were near each other. “Yeah, I haven’t had a reason to use it.” “If you don’t mind, I’ll pump you some milk for tonight and the morning depending how much I can get for you. This way you can start your medicine tonight.”

Alaina dropped her fork and reached over, and side hugged me tightly to her. “What can we do for you since you are doing this for us?” Jordan asked me. “I don’t need anything. I’m good.” He looked like he wanted to press, but Jeremy shook his head slightly warning him to not continue.

Alaina set me up in a spare room to pump for her. I looked out over the backyard if you could call it that. It was beautiful the view you could see from the window. I heard the door open softly. I turned my head to see who came in. Jeremy stood there after closing the door looking at me.

He moved to take the chair opposite me. He just watched me. “What?” I finally asked. “Will you tell me about your pregnancy?” “Really?” “Yeah, I want to know what you went through. I wished you would have let me be there for you. I guess I should be happy you’re willing to let me be there for you both now even if the main reason is to help Alaina.”

“My pregnancy was fairly normal. You would have come in handy when Harper messed with my hormones and made me h*rny all the time for a while.” He grinned probably thinking about f*ck*ng me all the time during that time.

“I didn’t get any real unique cravings. I mean I did want cucumber slices dipped in ranch and then I would eat ice cream, but I never ate them together in one sitting. I guess that was my version of pickles and ice cream craving.”

“Who was with you when you gave birth?” “I was alone aside from the nurses and doctors. I was driving home from the salon when my water broke. I drove straight to the hospital. Wendy was sleeping and my mom wasn’t off work yet. By the time I got to the hospital I was ready to push within fifteen minutes. They barely got me to the labor and delivery floor and in a room when Harper crowned.” He looked at me raptly.

“Harper was born within five minutes later. There was no time for an epidural either. I shrieked through a couple of pushes and Harper was born. I guess I’m glad they were able to cut me before Harper could tear me. I was able to contact my mom and sister after to come meet him.”

“I would have sped through traffic to get to the hospital for you. I wouldn’t have let you go through it by yourself.” “You may not have made it speeding either. Harper was eager to make his entrance.”

Jeremy smirked. “He really is like me.” He chuckled. “I’m more concerned about the girls that will be showing up to my doorstep when he’s old enough. That I will fully blame on and curse you for.” “It won’t just be my fault. He has your features too.”

“Yeah, no. He looks more like you than me. You can shoulder the full blame.” He laughed. “So, what are going to be the rules in your house?”

“No rules. Martha sends her cleaning team to clean my house Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. I’ll set your phone to access the gate, though I may hire security like Alan to keep you both safer when I might not be home. Martha will probably grocery shop for us if I ask her.”

“I can shop on my own. I can clean up after us. I don’t need a maid.” “Don’t call Martha that. She has been Jordan’s head of house for years and she’s a valued member to them and me as well. Alan too. Besides, you are taking on more responsibility by helping Alaina. The easier I can make it for you the better. Jordan is ready to buy you anything your heart desires because of this. Nothing is more important than his daughter and wife. Like it or not you are family now. You don’t have to do it by yourself.”

I didn’t want to argue with him. I don’t plan on living with him long. Just long enough to build enough of a supply for Hope. Harper and my place is with my mom and Wendy. They have done so much to help me get stable especially after the move and surprise pregnancy.

~~~

Jeremy laid Harper down in his crib after he changed him, and I fed him. I sat in the rocking chair this time. We sat down with my mom since Wendy was at work by the time we got back. My mom is uncertain about the move, but she is supportive of my offer of help. She remembered seeing the news reports on Alaina at the time.

Mom agreed to open the salon and I would come in later in the mornings so I could go and feed Hope before coming in. I wasn’t sure what to do about Harper, but Jeremy assured me he would be taken care of.

I watched Jeremy and appreciated how he looked bent over Harper’s crib as he caressed Harper’s hair brushing it from his face. He turned and stared at me. He pulled his borrowed shirt over his head.

“What are you doing?” “I’m staying.” “I didn’t say you could stay. We can’t have s*x my mom is home.” He grinned like the devilishly handsome man he is. “I was just going to sleep, but if you want, I am sure we can have s*x and your mom won’t hear us.”

My stomach fluttered. I’m tired and now turned on. I shook my head because I didn’t trust my voice to deny him. He smirked and shrugged his shoulders. He finished stripping. He pulled everything off and climbed into my bed. He patted the side of the bed next to him. I pulled off my pants and socks. I left his shirt on and my panties. I crawled into bed and under the covers. I turned away from him onto my side and got comfortable.

I felt him adjust and press himself up behind me. He rested his arm over my stomach and his hand pulled me into him tight. He nestled his face into the back of my neck, and he kissed my shoulder. God, this felt too good, and we weren’t having s*x.

Resist him Kya. Don’t lose what’s left of your heart to him. You come from two different worlds now. He’s uber rich and you will always work hard to provide for Harper. I want to ignore my brain, but its right. I’m not for him. The only thing connecting us is Harper. And mind blowing s*x. Hey, I thought you wanted me to stay away. Sorry, we can’t help appreciating him too. That’s fair. I can barely concentrate most of the time where Jeremy is concerned.