Beautiful Mistake

4 Years later

Ryan

It’s been four years since I’ve left Miami and not much has changed aside from me being a marketing director soon to be Co CEO for one of the best marketing, advertising and communications companies in the states. I’ve upgraded from a small apartment to a large penthouse that’s two floors and six bedrooms. Oh and I have a three year old son named Javier Nicklaus Centeno named after my grandfather, we call him Javi for short, Klaus if he’s in trouble.

Shortly after I departed from Miami I found out I was pregnant, it came as a shock and as much as I despised Quintin I couldn’t give the baby up, I had to be successful for us. And I had to protect him at all cost. Javi being born started to repair my broken heart. As much as I was stern, ambitious and cold to everyone in the world he receives all my love. More and more each day he looks like his father. He has his golden skin with his curly hair, full lips and a small birthmark above his right eye just like his dad. He got the freckles , dimples and big hazel eyes from me, the perfect combination of us both. But unlike Quintin, Javi is the sweetest thing in the world. No one back home knows about him except grams. And that’s how I want to keep it, keep him safe from his horrible family I don’t even know how Quintin would react I know his dad would accuse me of planning to get pregnant and deny him. And Javi deserves better than that.

“Mommy mommy it’s time to get up I’m hungry.” Javi yelled as he bounced on my bed at 8 am. Even when we decided to play hookie he still manages to be up early

“Well good morning to you too sunshine, how about some tres leche pancakes with some eggs and bacon?” he was so excited that he just kept nodding and smiling I headed to the bathroom to freshen up and get cooking for my little man. I got Javi settled in his chair with one of his favorite puzzles, played some Bruno Mars and got cooking , as I was preparing to plate my masterpiece my phone began to ring.

“If it isn’t my favorite stalker, to what do I owe this pleasure?”

“Hello Love, if I was stalking you I’d know what color panties you have on,” he paused “by the way way what color panties do you have on?” he asked in a seductive voice

“Who said I’m wearing any?” I answered almost forgetting my son was less than 5 feet away from me.

“Oh love you’re going to be the death of me” I couldn’t help but laugh at that statement. Lorenzo Giovanni De Luca has been my best friend for the last few years. I literally bumped into him and spilled my coffee all over his suit while I was rushing to work he told me to make it up to him by buying him dinner. It’s safe to say he’s been obsessed with me ever since. As much as I tried to push him away he was determined to be in my life, him and his family have supported me throughout my whole pregnancy even flew grams in to be with me. He’s been an absolute dream. I’m just not ready for a relationship I much rather have a hot girl winter, that doesn’t stop him from trying to court me every chance he gets. Don’t get me wrong Enzo has looks that can make any girl weak at the knees. Just 28 years old he stands at 6’4 with the body of a Greek god, he was fit and lean, with jet black hair and he would get a tape up every week, a sharp jawline, with an infectious smile that shows his dimples , with blue grey eyes that stare into your soul with such intensity and dominance. But there was also something dark about him and that’s what worries me.

“What do you want Enzo?”

“Ahh straight to the point, my parents and my sister miss little man and wanted to know if they can take him for the weekend and so I can take you for the weekend” As if he was right in front of me he sensed I was making a face “ get your mind out of the gutter, as much as I fancy you , I don’t put out easily you have to take take me out on a date first” I could not stop laughing

“Javi baby do you want to spend time with Uncle Enzos family this weekend ?” With a mouth full of food he nodded excessively, I just shook my head and smiled. Enzos family basically adopted us we always have dinners and spend holidays together, they watch Javi anytime that I am stuck at work or just want to sleep in, his parents Mateo and Yari retired young and have a lot of time on their hands so their house is constantly filled with nieces , nephews and grandchildren since most of their children are full grown adults.

“Welp I guess I’m yours for the weekend”

“Great my parents will be there in 20” just then I received a weather alert of a snow storm that will hit the city tonight till Sunday morning.

“Wait hold that thought it’s gonna snow tonight maybe we should save this for another weekend” I can hear him frowning on the other line.

“Love you’ve haven’t had time for yourself in over a month, and my parents live 20 min away I’ll personally carry you to their house if the storm gets too bad” I sighed I know he has a point and Javi has been missing the other kids and he will be safe and secure there. After we hung up I rushed to get Javi ready and packed a bag with his favorite onesie, books, iPad to draw and FaceTime me, extra underwear, hat, gloves, scarf, socks sweats and hoodies in case they decide to play in the snow. At 9 on the dot they’ve arrived to kidnap my little man for the weekend.

“Thank you guys again and call me if you need anything”

“It’s always a pleasure Javi is a dream and we have big plans to create the biggest fort in history” Javi’s face lit up like the Fourth of July when Mr. De Luca said that.

“Alright little man give me a hug” Javi came running to my arms as I scoop him up and smother him with kisses. His laugh just melts my heart.

“Be good and don’t forget to call me okay” he nods and runs into their arms.

“Doesn’t he make you want another one?” Mateo asks me, he’s been pushing for Enzo and I to get together and give them a few more grandkids but I’m fine with waiting.

“One day for now this little man is all I need” I walk them out and turn to my quiet home trying to figure out what to do till Enzo disturbs my peace I opted to catch up on some shows but find myself dozing off for a few hours. Only to be woken up by soft kisses on my cheek and forehead why did I give this man keys to this place.

“Wake-up love I brought all your favorites, seafood from the boil, pasta from your favorite Italian spot, cookies from insomnia and..” I peek at him when he says and he’s holding a bottle of wine in his hand I frown but then he shows me a bottle of tequila and I jump on him which causes him to chuckle and wrap his arms around me as he falls back with me on top of him we stay like that for a moment and then I realize the compromising position we’re in. I sit up trying to stand but his hands stay at my waist while I straddle him his left hand caresses my face then runs through my hair. “ I could get used to this love” he whispers I try to resist biting my lips as I feel myself getting wet , God this man will be the death of me. He lets go so I can shower then stuff my face with food. Hearing my stomach growl I opted for a quick shower putting my curly hair in a bun going to wear an oversized graphic T-shirt with some boy shorts comfy at it’s finest. After moisturizing I walk into the living room to find a shirtless Enzo eating cookies. I stand there and gawk at him, he must’ve used the other shower he went from wearing a suit to wearing sweatpants still having water drip from his hair I quickly snap out of it and join him this is a typical night for us food ,drinks, and a s**t load of movies.

“ When are you going to give me a chance?” He asked But before I can answer he continued speaking. “ My family and I adore you and Javi, I love him as if he were my own and you’ll always be loved, safe and never need for anything . And can’t deny the attraction and it’s more than just s****l” he says while moving closer to me. Maybe we shouldn’t have finished the wine and the tequila. Casamigos has me eating up every last word something about tonight is different.

“ The thing is you and your family have been nothing but great to me and you guys know everything about me and my upbringing and everything I left behind I still don’t know much about you guys granted everyone has their secrets but you’re a huge mystery and every time whether it’s you, or your parents, your siblings you guys always talk about being safe as if there’s some thing to be safe from so what else is there to you?” He opens his mouth to say something but then quickly closes it. “ Don’t get me wrong I am attracted to you but on top of being a mystery you run through women like they’re underwear so I’ll pass still love you though” I say and kiss his forehead as I go to turn back to the movie he grabs my face and kisses me at first the kiss is sweet and gentle almost as if he’s afraid to break me when I didn’t pull away he deepens the kiss and pulls me to his lap. As I straddle him his hands explore my curves as mine runs through his hair there’s so much passion and eagerness as his hand slaps then grabs my ass causing me to moan into his mouth and grind against his bulge. Man he’s a big one this is going to be a hell of a nigh- just when the fun was starting my phone starts ringing looks like little man is call me on FaceTime.

I sit next to Enzo and answer “ hi baby you okay?” He doesn’t answer right away and he looks like he’s hiding but something’s off, he looks like he’s sitting under a desk or something I see Liliana (6), Eli (8), and Ricky (10) sitting with him.

“Abuela said to stay here and stay quiet and we’ll be safe, mommy there’s bad people in the house can you come get me?” Javi whispers at this point I’m up getting dressed Enzo is behind me before I can answer him we here gunshots my heart drops Ricky covers Javi’s mouth to muffle his scream. Enzo is on the phone barking orders at someone I can’t really hear what he’s saying my mind is on my son and his safety

“Mommy’s coming baby okay just stay there don’t move” before I can say anything else the call drops. We’re in my car and I’m driving like a madman. I keep calling him but he won’t answer

“ Love-“

“Don’t, if you’re not going to tell me what the hell is going on then don’t.” I can’t stop crying , my mind keeps thinking the worst. “ your parents house is a fortress with security everywhere, how the hell did this happen ?!what the hell is happening?! did you piss someone off?” He reaches over to dry my tears and I flinch “ if anything happens to him”

“It won’t you have my word” I scoff at that statement. The gates were wide open We get to the house in 7 min instead of 20 I’m surprised the cops weren’t tailing me. I jump out of the car there’s no guards insight before I can reach the door Enzo pulls me back. Before I can protest he hands me a gun. “ I know if I ask you to wait in the car you won’t take this stay close and stay quiet. They must’ve used a device to knock out cell services I haven’t been able to reach anyone since we left the penthouse.” He c***s his gun. “ please stay close I can’t protect you if I’m worried about you do you remember how to use this right?” All I can do is muster a nod. He enters the house first and I follow quickly behind him there’s a body on the ground the blood surrounding him sends chills down my spine. The main lights seem to be cut off so the emergency lights are keeping the house from darkness. We start to head up the stairs when I hear a noise I turn to Enzo. “ where would your mother leave the kids”

“ there’s a safe room upstairs”

“ what if she didn’t have time to get them there it looks like they were sitting under a desk”

He takes a moment and thinks “ The surveillance room is the next best option there’s no way to enter without the code it’s the only other safest room in the house it’s through the kitchen under the stairs” before he can finish I dart down the stairs and head to the kitchen to find the Surveillance front door wide open I hear gunshots upstairs Enzo is not behind me. Theres a large man about 6’4 wearing all black with a gun in his right hand hovering over the children. Ricky sees me and tells the other children to cover their eyes I shoot the Ass hole but before I could fire another round The gun gets knocked out of my hand followed by a punch. I didn’t anticipate how many people would be in the house I can taste blood in my mouth and as much pain as I’m in all I can think about is Javi. I feel someone grabbed me and throw me to the ground, I don’t hesitate to swing but he’s on top of me and begins to strangle me. I keep punching giving it everything I’ve got. He loosens his grip for a second I reach for the gun and bash his head with it I was able to kick him off I try to run to the kids but he grabs my foot I fall but manage to kick him with my other foot. I manage to get on to get on top of him in a blind rage I just keep punching him his blood covering my knuckles as he struggles under me I grab his head and bang it on the floor.

I feel someone grab my arms to stop me looking up I realize it’s Vincent Enzo’s younger brother, he has a few minor bruises one on his jaw the other above his right eyebrow but overall he seems okay he manages to get me off the guy.

“It’s okay sorellina it’s all over now” he hugs me but I can’t bring myself to hug him back. A few guards came in and began removing the bodies I’m to overwhelmed to question it.

“ Is everyone okay ?” I ask just above a whisper he looks at me as if trying to ready me and nods I gently remove his arms from me and head to the kids they run into my arms Javi being the first one. I check them all thoroughly for bruises they all were left without a scratch just a bunch of tears. “Ricky you were really brave thanks for protecting them.” He nods as he wipes his tears I embrace him one more time he was trembling, before scooping Javi up and heading towards the door.

“ please don’t leave we need to get you checked out by a doctor and we have things to explain to you” Vince pleaded.

“It’s been a long night I just need to get him home, stay with the kids they should’ve never have to see something like that.” Before he responded I turned and ran to the car and headed home. It took a lot to get Javi to sleep he wouldn’t leave my side and I desperately needed to shower I laid him on my bed after giving him some chamomile tea and putting on his favorite cartoons and promising him that I’ll be right back. After a long shower I stared at myself in the mirror I had a few bruises my hands are shaky and bruised up as well. Start a hit me that I killed not one but two people. I put on some comfy clothes and go to join my son only to walk in the room to see Enzo sitting on my bed holding Javi. My phone starts to ring as if the night couldn’t get any worse the last person I wanted to hear from calls

“ What?”

“Grams is sick you need to come home”