From Text To Love

Chapter 5

“Hi Louis, what’s up?” I said as I picked up my phone. Ethan was asleep so thankfully this can be a quick call and I can go back to thinking of a plan.

“The question is what’s up with you Liam?” He said and I mentally groaned. What will I tell him?

Think Liam Think.

“Mate you were suppose to be back last week. What’s going on? And don’t tell me you’re in Wolverhampton because I know that’s a lie.”

Shit.

Should I tell him the truth?

“Liam, I’m waiting.” He said impatiently.

“I-uh-I gotta go, bye Louis.” I said and hung up. I hate lying especially to my mates but I haven’t figured this out yet.

I looked at Ethan’s crib and he was sleeping peacefully. I continued to pack his stuff in a bag when the nurse walked in. “Are you alright in here?” She whispered and I nodded. She looked at Ethan and then walked up to me.

“Have you figured it out yet?” She asked and I shook my head no. “My friend just called asking where I’ve been and I hung up on him. I can’t stay away from them any longer but what do I do with Ethan? We have a gala tomorrow night and we’re performing, I can’t miss it.”

She put her hand on my shoulder and gave me a small smile. “You’ll figure it out, son. You just have to trust someone from your family. I’d offer to look after him but I’m so busy here I’m rarely home and Ethan has already been in the hospital for so long, he should be out there seeing the world.” I nodded and gave her a smile.

“Thank you so much for your support. I guess I have to call my mum huh?” She smiled and nodded. “It’s for the best love.”

“She’s gonna flip.” I said as I dialed her number.

“Liam, darling. What a surprise.” She said as she picked up. The nurse gave me a smile and a wave and left the room.

“Mum?” I heard her sigh on the other line. My mum can read me like a book.

“Liam darling, what’s going on? Are you in trouble?” She asked calmly, she knows I’m a responsible guy but she can sense that something’s wrong.

“Mum I need your help.” I told her. There’s no point in beating around the bush. Especially with my mom.

“Of course love, with what?” I took a deep breath and started telling her the whole story.

“So, now I don’t know what to do. You have to help me mum, no one knows about him. I love him. Adoption isn’t and option, I can’t loose him.” I told her and she sighed.

“Just bring him home love, I’ll fly to London and stay at your place. Can I tell your dad and your sisters?”

“Yeah, I guess they’ll find out somehow. Can you do me another favor mum?” I asked, I know I’m already asking too much from her but she never says no and I really need her help.

“Of course love.” She said.

“I really need to get him food and stuff, I have nothing. Use the card I gave you for emergencies and get him everything necessary. I’ll put more money in it it when I get home.”

“Okay, I’m on it. Dont worry about the money love, he’s my grandson. Should I bring the pups?”

“Yeah and thanks a lot mum. I love you, I’ll see you tonight.”

“I love you too baby, Stay safe darling and take care of my grandchild.” I smiled and let out a breath of relief knowing my mum is on board but now I have to break it down to my security guard outside. For all he knows I’m just visiting a friend.

I texted him to come to the room saying that I’m ready to leave while I closed the bag. This way he’ll bring the car out front and make it easier for us to leave. I took a look around to make sure I collected all my things and grabbed Ethan. Thankfully he stayed asleep.

I didn’t have time to buy him a car seat or anything yet, I’ll just wait and see what mum can get.

Preston knocked on the door and his eyes softened as he saw Ethan in my arms. “Oh my, who’s this little guy?”

Preston and Paddy act like 2 teddy bears I don’t believe they’re security guards sometimes. But at least that means that even though their job requires them to be though they still have a soft heart.

“Preston meet Ethan.” I said as he moved closer to get a better look. “My son.” I added and I swear his heart stopped because so did mine as soon as his gaze lifted to mine.

“Can you help me keep him safe, I’ll explain everything on the plane I swear.” He sighed and nodded.

“You have a lot of explaining to do Payne.” He said and I nodded. “Just keep him safe at all cost.” I told him and he nodded. “Guess now you’re really daddy direction.” He said and I laughed.

“Yeah I guess.” I mumbled as we left the room. “You ready to go?” The nurse asked as I reached the reception. I nodded an she smiled. “Here, I’ll hold him while you sign the discharge papers. I’m gonna miss this little guy. He has a really great story and he’s only 3 weeks old.” She said as I gave her Ethan while I signed the papers.

Preston held my bags and the nurse gave Ethan one last look before handing him back to me.

“Yeah, he’s a special one.” I said as he was back in my arms. I hugged the kind nurse and she kissed Ethan’s forehead before going behind her desk.

“Bye” I told her one last time.

“Goodbye Mr.Payne. God bless you and your little Ethan.” I gave her one last smile and we left to the car.

Thankfully Preston had the car parked right outside so we quickly snuck out. As I was in the car, I took the backseat and held Ethan in my arms since I had no car seat. He was still sleeping, finally he has gotten a few nice naps now that his fever has died down.

“Where to now Liam?” Preston asked. “London, I can’t miss tomorrow’s gala. I’ll just have to settle Ethan at my place with my mum.” He nodded and drove to the airport.

During the flight I explained to Preston the whole story and Ethan woke up, I guess Ethan had his first flight. Thank god for our private jet or else we would have had problems with Ethan’s passport.

Preston dropped us off at my apartment and we agreed he’ll pick me up tomorrow at 7pm for the gala. By 7pm tomorrow I have to settle down Ethan and figure out how to explain to the guys what’s been going on.

I walked into the apartment and just decided to wait for my mum since I had literally nothing to do. Thankfully Ethan’s next feed is in 2 hours which gives my mom enough time to get here.

I sat on the couch cuddling Ethan and watching cartoons with him, I didn’t know it would be my favorite thing to do until now.

I also found the chance to open Twitter, I haven’t texted Ella ever since and I bet I blew it but my son comes first. My son, that’s going to take a while to get used to.

I had 3 new messages from her from last week.

Hi :)

I’m stuck at work again :( Could use my prince Charming right now.

You seem busy, text me whenever you want to :)

God I’m screwed. I quickly texted her back, hoping she’ll forgive me.

Hey Princess :) So sorry I left you like that, family emergency. I promise I won’t do it again. I hope you’ll take me back ;) Do you still need your Prince Charming?

I pressed send and continued watching Sponge bob with Ethan, he wasn’t exactly paying attention to the T.V. he was more like looking around.

“Want me to show you around?” I asked him knowing I won’t get a response. I stood up with him in my arms and walked around my apartment. “This is the kitchen.” I started. “Nana will cook lots of delicious food for us and when you’re older maybe me and you can cook.” Then I walked upstairs.

“This is my room, you can sleep here with me too but when you’re older we’ll have to think of your own room. But until then you can keep me company, I’ve been lonely lately.” I mumbled and walked back downstairs.

“Look this is the yard.” I told him as I slided the glass door open to my back yard. “We can spend a lot of time in the sun and we can play football when you grow up. And you can play with Loki and Watson. They’re my 2 dogs, nana will bring them over. You’ll love them I promise.” I mumbled to him, he was still wandering around. His eyes were opened wide and he was roaming every inch of my house but I know he can’t see well.

When I was in the hospital I researched stuff about babies, I had to because I knew nothing and I want to raise Ethan well. One time I read that babies can’t see very well, only very close objects.

It’s funny how I ended up with Ethan, I was considering getting another dog but instead I got a human being. They say kids bring you happiness and so far despite our little battles which we conquered, me and Ethan are happy and that’s all I care about.

I have grown to love him in these 3 weeks and he has helped me forget all about my problems because now all my focus is on him.

My doorbell rang and I figured it must be my mom. So I walked with Ethan to open the door.

“Hi darling, oh look at him. How handsome.” I swear she didn’t even look at me for one second. “Hello to you too mum.” I said sarcastically. “Oh Liam darling, can I hold him?” I chuckled and handed her Ethan while I brought everything inside.

Mom.

Bought.

A.

Lot.

Of.

Stuff.

How can a little baby need so much stuff? I brought everything to the living room where my mother was cooing to Ethan, admiring him. I brought in Loki and Watson which were in their cages. As soon as they smelled me they started shaking the cage making me laugh.

I let them out and they both surrounded me, “Awh I missed you guys too.” I told them as I pet their heads. “I want you guys to meet someone.” I said standing up. I walked over to my mom and they both followed me. “Watson, Loki this is Ethan. You have to protect him at all cost.” I told my pups.

They both mean a lot to me so now that they all met each other I know they will love Ethan as much as I do. They started moving closer to Ethan but I didn’t let them go too close.

“Mum, help me make him a bottle. He needs a feed soon.” She nodded and stood up with him in her arms while I raised my eyebrows at her, she’s not giving me Ethan anytime soon. “Don’t judge me Liam, the last time I held a boy like this was you.” She said and I laughed.

“Mum you glow with babies, I can already tell you love him.” She nodded and smiled at Ethan who was starting to fuss. “Here let me hold him and you show me how.” She nodded and gave me Ethan. Watson and Loki went to the back yard through their door.

She opened the many and I mean MANY bags she brought and took out a package and a bottle. “This is milk, you put a spoonful in the bottle and fill the rest with boiling water. Then give it a shake and either feed it to him immediately or else store it in the fridge. If you put some bottles in the fridge for next time then when you take it out just heat it for a minute.” She explained and I nodded.

She put the kettle boiling and put the formula in the bottle while we waited for it to boil. Ethan was whining and shifting uncomfortably in my arms. The poor lad has been in my arms for hours, it’s understandable. I shifted him on my shoulder and swayed a bit humming to him while my mother admired me.

“Fatherhood suits you.” I smiled and nodded. “Yeah, it’s pretty amazing.” Just then I got a Twitter notification and my heart swelled. I forgot the rush I felt when Ella texted me. I opened the app and frowned at her response,

I know it’s you Ashley and Janice. Leave me alone. Torturing with my feelings now? Seriously? How low can you get? Don’t you get enough joy seeing my face shoved in my locker everyday?

What am I suppose to respond to that?

Who are Ashley and Janice?

And why would this be torturing with her feelings?

Does she feel something too?

Are people bothering her at work?

But she said locker, is she still in school?

Why does me texting her so surprising that she thinks someone is toying with her feelings?

What is this girl’s story?