"Stupid , stupid, stupid," I muttered as I sat on my chair starring at the paternity test for more than one hour, still can't believe I had a son for eight good year without even know about it. I stood and work towards glass windows, looking outside the office. the last floor of skyscraper, feeling happy and same at the same time. Wondering, how am I supposed to face this issue. Naoh will be more than happy to know am his real dad. But Olivia, how would she feel. I shook my head as I turned back to my table My one night stand with the strange girl I met in my hotel room years back had made a father of a sweet boy, I smiled as I remember Naoh lovely face, Even Will was so happy, when I told him about the whole thing, and also warned him not mentioned it to anyone yet, "at least my grandiose brother had family to look after." He told me nothing but the truth. I 've been making plans on how to tell Olivia about it, though she said she'd had forgive me. But I had to earn it for real. When Noah told me they're coming over New York, I got myself prepared. Setting my plans on how to break the new to her, I wondered, what her reaction will be. Will she allowed me to be part of their life? I've already planned everything once she accept me . I had already bond with Naoh, the sweet boy got a special place in my heart right the first day I set my eye on him, even before I know I was my son. I want to build family with them, only if Olivia would agree.
I checked the time, wondering if there have reach New York, walking towards the table, I took my car key and when straight to the hotel, looking around the lobby, I had Naoh voice and as he calling my name , turning around, I saw Naoh running towards me, wave of happiness runs through my system as Noah launched himself into my arms. I laughed and swung him up in a huge hug I missed him so much. Setting him down on his fit, I greeted Olivia who smiled to me. I said. "I was passing the hotel and wondered if you had arrived yet." When Noah told me about their travelling, he relayed their complete itinerary , the time their flight took off, the arriving time and the hotel name.
"Here we are." Olivia said simply.
"All checked in?" I inquired staring at beautiful face. "Uh-huh," she nodded. "How was your flight?" I asked her again. "Just fine," she said. "That's nice," still looking at her lovely features, " Gee , you look great, Olivia," I can't help but then to admire her.
"Thank you" she said blushing. She looked so sophisticated, I can't wait to have her all to myself again. Feeling anxious to tell her about about the whole truth, forgetting to ask her what brings them to New York City. Since the young man did know. Realising they must be hungry by now, I offered to take them to dinner maybe , we'll reschedule when could we discussed.
I called last week, but Noah answer the call." I said .
"Am not aware of it." She said and looked at Naoh questioning, Naoh?"
"Sorry mom" it escaped my mind." That's was when you're discussion with Maria, I decided not to interrupt your discussions. "
"Don't be offended, Olivia, it was just a brief call , I was calling to tell you that I would like come and see you over something, but Noah told me that you people are coming to New York. So.... I decided we meet here. "
"Oh, what could that be." She looking at me seriously, "hope Will and faith were good?"
"No..no.. they're good , it just between you and me , but You need to settle down first. at looked at her briefly. Then said "Em.... Well...would you like to have a drink or a bite to eat?" I offered. "Can I take you both to dinner ?" "Can we, Mom? Noah asked, bouncing up and down next to her. "Please? Dinner. Was it that late already? That's very nice of you but."
"But?" I asked expectantly "But, I'm afraid I have plans. A dinner date. I'm sorry, but I just can't break it."
"Oh.." I seemed embarrassed for assuming she'd be free. "Of course you do."
" Oh, gee, Mom. Can't we go out with Brian?" "I'm sorry, honey. Maybe another time?" Olivia asked " Of course another time," I promised. I shrugged, as if it didn't matter to me at all. But it did matter. I'd been looking forward to this little reunion, I realized. Looking forward to it a great deal. The realization gave me hope. " Listen, I have a little time yet before my appointment." She phrased the words carefully Would you like to come up with us? We can order something from room service, We have a suite. It should be nice and room. " "A suite, in this hotel?" I wondering how she'd managed to afford that, but at least I had the good manners not to ask. She shrugged "Got a good deal on it," she explained. She hit the elevator button. "So, coming up?"
"Yes, sure. Why not?" I replied, regarding her with a curious look .
"Heh, this place is great," Noah exclaimed as he claimed one of the two bedrooms and pounced on the huge bed. He also found a giant-size TV in there, which was tastefully hidden in a French provincial style armoire.
"Cool..." I exclaimed, flicking the remote control. "Mom, look at all these channels! "Oh, dear," Olivia said to me. "Just what I was afraid of course. I'll never get him away from that thing now." I laughed. "Oh, let him have some fun. He'll get bored it with it soon enough. He's way too smart for TV." She had to agree with me. We sat together in the living room area, away from the sound of the television. I was talking about Noah's e-mails and how we were so amusing. I liked to take them into meetings and show them around my office. As she was about to speak the doorbell sounded She got up to answer it. a bellman bearing fowers. Olivia told me where to put the arrangement, there was carb on it. I think from her lover or admirer, I just hope am not late. "Nice flowers," I said.
"Yes, very nice," she agreed. If I thought she was going to say who sent them, I was out of luck. So, you were saying about Noah's e-mails ?" she prodded me. "Oh, yes. He sent me this really funny one last week." I replied, continuing my story. The doorbell sounded again. Olivia rose again to answer it. This time it was room service with their refreshments. After the waiter had left, I fixed each of us a drink. Olivia took a fortifying sip. But she still couldn't confess her secret. I glanced at my watch. "I hope I'm not keeping you, Olivia. what time is your date?" I said, I don't want to rush things concerning our own case. I want her complete attention and focus.
"Oh..gee," Olivia glanced at her watch, too. It was almost half past Six Someone would be here in a few minutes to escort her to the restaurant "Gee I'm sorry, Brian. I have to get ready, You can stay, of course. Why don't you visit with Noah awhile?" Olivia jumped off the couch and headed for the bedroom. I rose, too, and followed her. "Speaking of Noah...is he going out with you?
" Noah?"
"Oh, no. Of course not," Olivia an swered through the bedroom door. "He's going to stay with a sitter."
"A sitter? I sounded distressed. "Do you think that's wise?" I don't like her arrangement.
" I think it will be okay. The sitter is a friend of my friend," she explained in a vague manner.
"Listen, I have a great idea. Why don't I stay with Noah?" I said. "You? "Oh, no, Brian . It's sweet of you to offer, but I couldn't ask you to do that, she replied. " "Why not?" I called back. I want to Honestly. We'll have a great time Mom, can't I stay with Brian , please?" Naoh pleaded .
"Well, I know when I'm weak I guess it would be okay, she said finally. Great!" We said in unison. Olivia opened the door "Wow!" We both said, staring at her. "Gee, Mom. You look awesome. Very nice," I said, Olivia smiled and strolled out into the living room."Thank you." The phone rang. I was standing right next to it and picked it up. As a male voice asking about her "Yes, she's right here," I said in his deepest voice. I frowned, as he requested for me to put her through. then handed the receiver to her. " It's for you. Your date is down in the lobby, waiting," I announced.." Feeling jealous I don't really when to go but can't stop her either.