THE TRIP TO PARIS

CHAPTER TWENTY THREE

JAYDENS POV

I was all prepared for the trip which is going to take hours before we land at our destination but needed to check on my son before we leave.

I was on my way to his room when the thought of Sarah came to my head. Speaking about her, I was stunned when I saw her new looks and couldn't get her thoughts out of my head.

For the first time in the last five years, I felt moved by a woman's beauty just like the way I fell in love with Amanda.

I didn't know what got into me at that time but I felt I was committing a grave sin by having an eye on another woman. Sarah seemed innocent yet mysterious which makes me feel she's trying to get close to me.

I feel she must have used her charms believing I'll fall in love with her which will never happen. My heart only belongs to Amanda and her alone.

You're only going on with this charade because of the contract deal, you can't fall for any other woman. Amanda is your one and only. I murmured to myself before making my way inside my son's bedroom.

"Daddy!" He yelled, rushing towards me.

“How are you, champ?"

"I'm fine, daddy. Thank God, you're here. Auntie needs help."

“Where is she and what happened to her?"

"She's in the bathroom trying to zip her dress up. I've tried so hard but I can't do it. Go and help her daddy, please?" He said, making a puppy face.

"It's a woman's thing, champ. I'll go and get, aunt to help her out."

"No, daddy. You've to help her since you're here already." He said, with a frown and folded his hands.

I can't believe this is happening to me right now. I should have known something like this was going to happen one day. I really don't have a choice right now because I can't seem to stand it when he's sad and teary. I just have to do it for his sake even if I don't want to.

“Alright, fine. I'll help her, are you happy now?" I sighed.

“Go fast then. She's waiting." He added, and pointed to the bathroom door.

He really didn't have to be bossy and controlling about it. This is the first time I'll be trying such a thing with another woman. I hope you'll forgive me for what I'm about to, Amanda.

I walked over to the door and slightly opened it to see her battling with the zipper of her long gown.

I was lost staring at her bare spotless back which looked shiny and radiant. Her spine line was also something to talk about. It was curved and in its perfect shape.

Fuck! What the hell am I doing right now? Ive to do whatever brought me here and get out. She's really tempting to withstand and I can't bear to see my emotions getting the better of me.

“Oh, my goodness!" She screamed out the moment she saw me through the mirror and quickly turned around to face me.

"It's okay. Max said you needed help with that and asked me to come help out. Do you mind?" I uttered, walking inside.

“Oh yeah. I'm sorry that you had to go all through that trouble sir."

“Turn over, let me help with the zipper." I added, which she slowly turned and I pulled it up before walking out without waiting to hear her thank you words.

I hope this will be the last time such a thing is going to happen. I can't seem to know why I keep feeling a thing or two to say about her.

SARAH'S POV

I was totally ashamed to even look him in the eyes right now. I can't believe he had to see me that way. It really feels awkward and a bit shaming for a man to see you half naked.

What made me more surprised is the fact that he acted like it was just a normal situation. Like who really does that without feeling a bit shy?

"Are you done, auntie?" Max asked, as I stepped out from the bathroom.

“Yes. Thanks for calling for help." I answered and took a glimpse of Mr Russell who was standing close to the door.

“We have to go right now. Meet me downstairs when you're both done." He announced and walked out of the room.

I quickly rushed towards Max who was smiling sheepishly.

"Why did you have to ask for daddy to help me? You should have called, aunt, you know." I inquired.

"I was on my way to look for her when daddy came in so I asked him to help you. Did I do something wrong?" He replied, looking downcast.

“No, but you shouldn't have asked your daddy such a thing. He's a man and I'm a woman. It's only when two people are together, they can be allowed to do something like that, okay."

“But I want you and my daddy to be together. I want you to be my real mummy."

"Honey, your daddy is a good man and he deserves the best. Let's forget about that now. I've to go now but I promise, I'll call you to check up on you, alright?"

“Pinky swear,"

“Pinky swear, dear." I smiled and embraced him before putting him to bed.

I got to the living room and saw him waiting for me along with Aunt Kathy by his side.

“Your luggage is already in the car, dear. Take care of yourself and don't forget to give me a call when you arrive safely." She said and held both my hands.

"I will, aunt." I replied with a smile and gave her a warm hug.

"We've got to go now, aunt. We're already getting late for the flight." Mr Russell uttered.

“Alright. I know you desperately don't want to see my face right now but it's fine." She responded with a soft chuckle.

“Henry will stay back to take care of things here. I'll see you when I return." He added before walking out while I tried behind.

I'm so happy I'll be seeing Paris, the city of romance for the first time in my life. I can't convey the happiness I feel right now. The trip is really going to be fun and lovely.