the kids playing

Chapter 7

Zaera's Point of View

Mom, can I see grandfather and grandmother?" Zian asked me while we both watched Doraemon. I drank a mango shake before I looked at him.

Of course. When do you want to see them? Later, Mom. Please?" He pleaded and clasped his hands together. I nodded so he smiled widely Thank you mom Translation: Thank you, Mama

Nothing, Zi You're welcome, Zi

My attention was turned to my cellphone that was on the center table when it beeped. I dropped the popcorn on the table and then picked it up.

I frowned when I saw that it was an unknown number. Is this, Zerron? I opened the message and frowned even always Be careful because it's around you that will destroy you especially Your child take care him

What is this? Prank? Even though I was nervous, I preferred to think that maybe someone was tripping me. I just turned off my cellphone and continued watching.

It was late afternoon and I thought of taking Zian for a walk in the park near Lovern's house. Mom and Dad are with me now. Papa went with Zian to buy ice cream and Mama left us here on the bench.

I just watched the kids playing and a few families here to bond. I saw a few couples too Son, are you sure of your decision?"

I looked at Mom. His face expression is serious but his eyes say something else. I looked away. I know that what he is talking about is Zian and I leaving back to Spain. At first I was really determined because everything was planned but because of Zian's sudden search for Zerro, I had second thoughts even though my decision was complete I didn't want Zian to know that he was his Daddy. For the good of Zian, I will do that"

Are you sure that's really what's best for him? I held my breath. Is that really good for Zian? Mama held my hand.

I know the pain that Zerron caused to your heart was so bad, Son. If it were me, I might have done the same thing you did, especially out of fear that I might lose my son to him. I know that you are afraid now because because he will take your son like he said before. But how long will you be afraid, Son? How long will you run to escape this?"

I didn't immediately answer what Mama said. I was struck by this question. How long will I be afraid and run to escape something that I know I can't escape from. I took a deep breath. The world is big but I feel like it's too small for Zian and me because his father always meets us "Mom, to be honest, I don't know if what I'm doing is right. The other day, Zian came to me to find Zero. He wants to see him because he misses his Daddy so much" I said sadly to Mom then bowed. Mama held my shoulder. and caressed it gently. "I can't answer him. I don't know what to say, Ma" I spoke truthfully again then looked at him.

I saw his sad eyes. "I know what you're going through is difficult, son. You're in the middle of making a decision and your mind is arguing right now. All I can say is listen to your heart right now" He said seriously and I quickly shook my head I have listened to my heart once but the result was a wrong decision"

He smiled. "You didn't make a wrong decision, son. You didn't decide what happened to you and Zian, you weren't the reason why he lost his father" He spoke meaningfully so I looked at him.

Yes?" Because I couldn't quite get what he wanted to say. "I was the one who left, so it was my decision that Zian lose his father"

It shook its head. "No son. Who made you leave? It's Z-Zero" I answered simply. He nodded. "He made the decision for you to leave and stay away. It was his decision and all you did was to prevent him from taking your child"

I'm not speechless. "But I also decided not to tell Zian about his Daddy"

Mama nodded. "You have a point there, but your decision will also be the key to him meeting his father and making your family whole again. You are the one holding the rope that will tie the three of you together again"

Only then did it become clear to me what Mama wanted to say. I hold a decision that will change everything. I bent down again and held my chest. My heart was beating so hard.

But I'm scared, Ma"

What are you afraid of?"

Maybe he will take Zian from me, Ma"

You know son, if he wanted to take your son for a long time, I wish when you first met he would have found a way to take Zian from you. Did he do something?"

I didn't answer right away. I just shook my head. I heard Mama's soft laugh so I looked at her.

Maybe back then you were afraid of getting Zian from you, but let me tell you, son. Your heart is afraid of something else"

I frowned at what he said. "What do you mean? He looked at me. "Zerron still has a part in your heart that's why you're acting like that" He said and pointed to the part where my heart is.

My heart beat faster at what Mama said. I shook my head one after the other. "I've moved on from Zero for a long time, Ma" I immediately answered but he just laughed.

Then, give him a chance to see his son and introduce him as Zian's father"

I don't know but I know the challenging tone in Mama's speech when she said that. My shoulders slumped just looking at him. He just smiled and patted my shoulder.

Finally you're back, Brother Where have you been for three days?"

I didn't bother to answer her. I went straight upstairs to take a shower and change my clothes. I've been isolating myself for about three days in my office. Thank you If it was possible not to go home, I would have done it..

I soaked myself in the shower. I just let the water drip on my skin, hoping that it would lessen all my thoughts and calm my senses. The face of the man they were with that day entered my mind again. I know who he i. Damn that!" I spoke irritable and quickly finished the bath. I clenched my fist and sighed.

Those memories are kept hunting me even in my sleep. I quickly got dressed and took out my cellphone. I dialed my friend's number. After a second it also answered. Hey, what's up?

I want you to do something"

[Wow. Is there no good morning there? Did you just call to have something done right away A hundred thousand or a good morning? Choose" I listlessly said while wearing my shoes.

This dipsh*t is making me in a bad mood even more.

[Woah. Come on, dude. Spill it. Let the good morning go. What are you going to do? Tsk. Look for Hather Saavedra and send me all the information within thirty minutes"

Thirty minutes? Are you freaking serious, dude? When have I ever joked, Fuego?"

Okay. Chill. Money down first

Ts Irritably, I took out my other cellphone and transferred one hundred thousand pesos to his bank account.

"Done. Just make it quick, d*mb*ass"

Fixed, Boss

I ended the call. I heave a deep sigh. I wanted to be with my son but I can't do that because of Zaera. I know that she won't let me. Well, I know that I deserved it. I did a big sin to him and maybe this is my karma for all that.

My cellphone rang. I quickly looked at the caller. An unknown number. I immediately answered it. I waited for the other line to speak. If it was still that *ssh*le who kept pestering me, I won't tolerate him this time. I will blow his f*cking head off and feed it with my pet. Zerron, can we talk?

The person on the other line stood up to speak. F*ck! I can feel my heartbeat racing. I swallowed hard. I seem to have swallowed my tongue and cannot speak. I took a bite to calm myself down.Z-Zaera..."

Damn! Why am I stuttering?

I am here now inside my room with Zian. He was sitting on the bed with me. He was looking at me and I knew he wanted to say something. I caressed her hair. Mama, Tito Zerron is your friend right?"

I almost choked on my own saliva when I heard his question. I didn't expect that. A forced smile appeared on my lips. I cleared my throat.

Y-Yes, sir. Why did you ask?" I asked him curiously. He smiled. I even tried to adjust my speech so that I wouldn't stutter. I want to be his friend too, Mama"

My heart jumped at what he said next. I bent down and took a deep breath. I hid my trembling hand under the pillow because of nervousness. I smiled to calm myself then I turned to look at him. I smiled at him.

I thought about it carefully. I can barely sleep thinking about this. I touched his cheek. I hope my decision is right. I'll deal with the consequences after this. Right now I will think about what will be better for my son. Do you want to see him?"

He nodded one after the other with a wide smile on his lips. I smiled and took out my cellphone. I sighed and looked for his number. I bit my lower lip when I saw his number in the missed calls. I stared at it for a long time, I probably spent ten seconds staring at it. I heave a deep sigh.

Come what may! I pressed the call button and immediately put it to my ear. I bit my thumb nervously as I waited for him to answer.

It took a few seconds to answer. It seems that everything I was going to say has been erased from my brain. I swallowed. Oh my God! Why am I nervous? I took a deep breath to calm myself down. Zerron, can we talk?"

I don't say hi or hello anymore. I closed my eyes tightly as I couldn't hear anyone speaking on the other line. I was about to look at the screen when I heard him clear his throat. Z-Zaera] It even stuttered at the mention of my name. I don't know but I want to laugh. Why does he seem more nervous than me? Zerron, Zian wants to see you. Can we meet later?" I have no excuses.

I stood up and walked back and forth inside the room while waiting for his answer. The person on the other line was silent for a long time so I frowned. I looked at my phone screen and it was still on. I put it back in my ear.

Zerron? Are you still there? I said Zian wants to see you. Answer me right away if you can before he changes his mind k---"O-Of course. I w-will definitely love to see him, E-Eve] He stuttered to me. I didn't pay attention to her calling me Eve, because I noticed her somewhat broken voice. C-Can I talk to him?] He begged in a soft voice.

I looked at Zian who had been watching me for a while. "Save that for later, Zerron. You'll see him later too" I answered and hung up.

I texted him the address where we would meet. I heave a deep sigh before diverting my gaze at Zian. I sat next to him. I gently pulled him closer to me and hugged him.

Is it Uncle Zerron?"

Yes, kid" I simply answered him. "Do you want to see him, right yes, Mama. So, what did he say?" It said excitedly.

I heave a deep sigh. I looked at the veranda and stroked his head. The day is bright. The weather is good today.

He wants to see you too, Zi"

Really, Mama?! Am I really going to see Tito Zerron?" His voice was so full of joy that my heart softened. I really can't deny how much fun it is Yes, baby"

He hugged me and kissed me on the cheek. I smiled and kissed him on the cheek. I pat his head. I got teary-eyed when I saw his smile reflecting his sparkling eyes because of so much joy. It's too much fun. I looked away so he wouldn't see my watery eyes.

you're going to see Zerron later, Zi You're going to see your Daddy'

Fast forward to four o'clock, Zerron dressed again in new clothes. He was restless as he looked at himself in the mirror. He changed his clothes several times and would look at the whole thing again in the mirror. It even overcomes having a girlfriend due to anxiety and formation. He sat on the bed and looked at the clock on his wrist watch.

It was an hour before he and his son met and he couldn't wait. If only he could have sped up the clock he would have done it. He stood up and looked at the watch on his wrist again before walking back and forth inside his room.

Various questions came to his mind. He ran his hand through his hair then looked at himself in the mirror again.

Will my son love these clothes?" He asked himself and fixed his collar. He sighed. "What should I say to him later?" He asked himself again.

D*mn! I don't know what to do" He complained again and approached the window to breathe fresh air.

He ran his fingers through her messy hair down to her nape and couldn't help but smile. A smile reaching his eyes. Apart from wanting to see his son, he is also longing to see the mother of his son for some unknown reason.

I'm crazy. Why would I think of her?" He talked to himself and just shook his head to get rid of that thought.

He heard a knock on the door followed by a voice he knew Hon? Are you there?"

The smile on his face disappeared and he immediately went to the door to open for Heiress. Heiress immediately went inside and wrapped her hand around his neck.

Hon, you haven't seen me for a few days. I missed you" He whispered in a seductive voice and kissed her lips sweetly. He just let it go until he himself released the kiss. He couldn't understand why the sweetness he felt for her was gone and replaced by bitterness I'm sorry, I stayed at my office. I'm really busy for the past five days"

He lied. Heiress moved closer to Zerron and bit his bottom lip. Zerron knows what she's doing. It was swallowed. Heiress is hot with what she's wearing. A fitted sleeveless dress. Showing her curves. It is also very short so that its white and smooth thighs are clearly visible. Zerron held Heiress's hand and gently removed it from her neck. Heiress frowned because of what he did to her Heiress, maybe we could talk later after I came back. I have to go to something now He said seriously then looked at his wrist watch.

Annoyed, Heiress sat on the bed and crossed her arms Going? Is that really important and can you prioritize that over your girlfriend?" He asked her sullenly.

Zerron heaved a deep sigh. "My company Heiress depends on it. Whether I like it or not, I still have to go there" He answered and refrained from raising his voice.

He lied again.

Heiress stood up and met Zerron's gaze Is that really about the company or something else?" This question raises an eyebrow Are we going to argue with this matter? I'm telling the truth. This is urgent, I have to go. Let's talk later" Zerron said and looked at his watch.

He just kissed Heiress on the cheek and quickly headed for the door to go out. Heiress stood up. Zerron!" It called but Zerron had already left.

Heiress pulled her hair in annoyance and sat up on the bed.

Bullsh*t!" She exclaimed and balled her fist.

To Be Continued...