CEO Leo’s Baby Mama Is Back

Chapter 46 Some substance

PIZZA PALOR.

“I think I would have to drive you both back home.” Leo said to Isabella as he ruffled Sinclair’s hair. “He seems to love pizza.”

Isabella chuckled lightly, sipping on her drink. “That is a part of Darby he took after, she loves pizza too. If you don’t mind me asking, why do you need to take us back? I thought you wanted to spend time with Sinclair till tomorrow.”

He sighed. “I thought so too, majorly because I thought we would be leaving my mother’s place quite late. However, it didn’t turn out well and I just had to leave.”

“That still shouldn’t ruin your time with your son. Taking him back now would kill the anticipation you and Sinclair have had for days with the thought of spending an entire night together. We can just stall here and take us back to your home. I am sure Sinclair would love to know where his father stays.”

“Wow, Isabella. I must say you are quite thoughtful.”

“I am only like this because I no longer doubt that you are going to be an amazing dad to our Sinclair.” She stared at the boy lovingly. “He deserves a father who wants him and would do anything for him. Sometimes, just a mother or father’s love isn’t enough. It’s best if a child receives both. But we aren’t all lucky. I’m just glad things turn out this way.”

Leo smiled gently. “You are quite fond of Sinclair and his mother.”

“I watched Sinclair and Darby grow. I watched Sinclair grow into a fine kid and his mother into a better version of herself. It’s been a tough journey.”

His smile waned. “It’s partially my fault that they had to go through a tough time.”

“You can’t blame yourself for fate. You can only do whatever is expected of you. If Darby didn’t go through that moment we never would have meet and she probably wouldn’t be in the space she is right now. See? It all worked for the best.”

“Yeah.” He mused, looking towards Sinclair again, the cheese on the pizza had stained his cheeks. “Is it okay if I drop you both at home and spend some time with my friend for a few hours? I will call my sister to join you both, to avoid leaving you all alone.”

Isabella smiled at the mention of Scarlett. She doesn’t have any other person to her liking except Darby. Scarlett seemed quite friendly at the picnic. “I would love that sir.”

“Okay.” Leo said, dialing Scarlett. She picked on the first ring.

‘I see you have dropped Sinclair off.’ She sounded sad.

‘Not yet, I was thinking would you like to spend the night at my house with him and Isabella?’ He motioned towards Isabella by putting the phone on speaker, for her to hear Scarlett’s excitement.

Scarlett squealed loudly. ‘Are you being serious?’

‘Of course. I will be dropping them home now. We are about twenty minutes away, if you can meet us there or probably get home before us.’ Leo suggested.

‘Trust me, I will be there like a flash.’ She mused. ‘Bye!’

“I didn’t think she would be that happy.” Isabella said after the call ended.

“She obviously loves Sinclair already and you both seem to get along well. Scarlett loves meeting people.” He replied turning to his son. “Are you okay, buddy?”

Sinclair nodded his head repeatedly. “Yes, daddy.”

Reaching out for a tissue, Leo wiped at his soiled mouth. “Let’s go home then.”

“Yay!” The little one rejoice, reaching for his father to carry him.

“Let’s go, Isabella. Whatever you all want, you can order for it. I will drop my card with you.” He said heading to the car.

As Scarlett promised, she reached the house before they all got there. Making it easy for Leo to leave them behind to meet with Aaron at their regular spot. He had to unburden his mind and fill himself with an adequate liquid that would burn up his throat as desired. He felt a knot in his chest that feels too tight to loose.

Aaron was waiting at the bar when he arrived. The both of them exchanged greetings. Leo gestured at the barman. “One glass of martini, please.”

“Right away sir.” The barman replied.

“Why do you look so red?” Aaron asked taking a sip of his mock-tail.

Leo inhaled, “I want to scream so badly into the open and burn off steam. I feel so cramped here.” He mouthed a thank you when his drink got passed to him.Content is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.

His friend thinned his lips. “Did you argue with your mom again?”

“That woman gets on my last nerve, Aaron. She seemingly cares nothing about anyone else but herself. I just can’t deal with it anymore. Remember I told you I would be taking Sinclair to meet with my family today?”

“Yeah, you did.”

“She made it all about herself. Whining that I took the boy to meet with my stepmother before her. I couldn’t hold back and gave her a piece of my mind. I can’t keep up with her silliness, nits getting the best of me.”

“Cheers.” Aaron said raising his glass.

Leo raised a confused brow. “What for exactly?”

“For finally standing up to your mother. I think that is good enough reason to celebrate. It’s tiring that you act like a pussy around her. I don’t know how we got so lucky with our parents.” He mumbled sarcastically.

Letting out a soft chuckle, he took a sip of his drink. “You are out of your mind.”

“I wish you would do the same with Chloe. You need to be free.”

“Not at the expense of someone else, Aaron. I have told you times without number that this is my cross to carry. I have gone in too deep now to back out. I had a lot of opportunities but I never ceases them. Also I won’t be able to forgive myself if Chloe gets heartbroken all because of me.”

Aaron grunted, most of the time he wishes badly that Leo isn’t a stuck up moralist. He cares too much about what others will be faced with as regards his actions.

“Very well then, dear friend. I wish you all the very best.”

“Well, thank you.” Leo scoffed. “Also what’s with that drink you are having?”

“There is a story underlying this.” He looked excited. “So, I went to a college party last night, one of the guys invited me. I couldn’t decline because you know just how much I love to party.”

“You are a fucking coach, more of a teacher. Why would you go to such place?”

“It’s a masked party, no one would have noticed me. You are ruining the fun let me keep talking.” He glared. “I met this lady that had me on my toes. Damn! She was sexually appealing and enticing I practically lost every good deed within me. We got together, inhaled and chewed some stuffs and I was knocked out until this afternoon. I ended up sleeping in her house, it was a cramped up space. I almost couldn’t breathe. If I take any other thing than this considering the amount of substance inside of me since last night, I might pass out for real.”

“You are so crazy.”

“I know.” Aaron grinned proudly.

“I hope you remembered to use protection. To avoid becoming a daddy or worse still catching a deadly virus.”

“I don’t remember shit! And stop threatening me with such scary aftermath. It’s enough that you are a dad at this young age. You are doing just great on behalf of the both of us.”

Leo laughed heartily. “I should keep my son away from you. You are a bad influence.”

“Trust me, I will make a great uncle.” He smirked raising his glass.