When all else fails

Chapter 19 part 2

Nova POV
After we were done I jumped in the shower making my second attempt to go see my parents. I grabbed a black bra set and my N.Y graphic t-shirt dress with cream pumps. I wore my hair down and curly. I walked downstairs and grabbed my purse. I wondered if I should invite Carter.
"Carter I'm going to my parents house do you want to come?" I asked looking at the ground. I really wanted him to come but I was nervous.
"Yeah let me get dressed." He said looking up from his phone. He quickly got up off the couch and jogged upstairs. I took his place on the couch and pulled out my phone. I shot my mom a quick text.
Me: Mom is it okay if I bring Carter to dinner??
Mom: That's fine. See you when you get here.
I loved my mom but I had a bad feeling about this. I knew something wasn't right because my mom never cooks. I remember being little eating nothing but takeout. I waited for about 20 minutes before Carter came downstairs he had on a black and white color block shirt with a varsity stripe. He grabbed his keys off of the counter along with his wallet. We walked out the door. At this point my head was spinning I was scared. Carter opened the car door for me before walking to his side. I looked out the window for the whole ride. When we pulled up I grabbed Carter's hand with mine and brushed my thumb across his knuckles.
"I love you." I said looking into his eyes.
"Forever and always." He kissed me. When I pulled back I looked into the driveway and saw an unfamiliar car. At this point I knew I was going to be walking into some mess. I got out of the car after saying a quick prayer and letting out a deep breath. I walked up to the door holding Carter's hand. We knocked once before the door swung open. Who I saw was enough to make my heart stop. It was my baby daddy. I thought I would never see him again. I was in love with him, until I got pregnant and he left. I had to tell my parents and that was the day they kicked me out. My 18th birthday. I aborted my child because I didn't want him/her to grow up without a father. Or grandparents. I had nothing but pure hatred for this man.
"Hey Nova long time no see." He said smiling and looking down at me.
"I was hoping I'd never have to look at your face again. Mom why is he here?" I spat out now with only fire in my eyes. I wanted so badly to beat his ass and leave my parents house. That'd be another child they would lose.
"You and Corahn need to talk, and don't you think Carter deserves to know who he is." She said with an evil smirk.
"Dad!!" I yelled pushing past her. I was now fuming and my dad would be the only one who could stop this. I couldn't disrespect my mother but I knew my dad would put her in her place.
"He's not here." she said grabbing my shoulder. I wanted so badly to put my hands on her.
"Don't touch me. Carter I'm ready to go." I said still fuming. "Oh and I see why my brother left as soon as he turned 18. I'm done with this. You don't need to worry about me anymore and I won't be worried about you I'm done." She was supposed to be loyal to me. This was none of her business and it wasn't Carter's either. She needed to know her place and she'd crossed the line this time. No wonder my brother only talks to my dad because this chick is really crazy. I grabbed the keys from Carter and got in the driver seat. I quickly started the car and took off my shoes so I could drive. I adjusted the seat before pulling off. I turned up the music not wanting to be bothered with Carter's questions. My mother was completely wrong her loyalty should be with me not him. He left me. I pulled up and shut the car off. I didn't bother getting my shoes before hopping out of the car. I unlocked the door and ran up stairs. Wiping my wet face. As soon as I got alone I broke down. I ran in the bathroom and locked the door, before letting myself completely fall apart. I turned on my music on my phone plugging it into my pill. I ran myself a bath and stripped before getting in. I just wanted so badly to curl up into a ball and die. I'd lost my mother. My child and most importantly my saneness. After a while of crying I blacked out. I woke up in a hospital gown with bright lights hovering over my face. I couldn't help but wonder what happened. I heard the doctor tell Carter that I blacked out because of the stress and my pregnancy. I heard Carter ask how the baby was. The doctor took a deep breathe before telling Carter that I lost one of the babies. My head spun what did he mean one? How many were inside of me? My thoughts were interrupted when I heard Carter she's up.
"Carter what did he mean when he said one of the babies?" I asked sounding hoarse.
"You were going to have twins, but you lost one of them. They were able to save the boy." He said while grabbing ahold on my hand. He kissed my forehead before slipping in bed next to me. It hurt knowing I lost a child, but at the end of the day I was going to be starting a family with Carter. As long as I kept my stress down. I decided Carter should know. My mom was right although she didn't have to do it the way she did. I told Carter everything about me and Corahn. He told me that he was glad I cleared it up because he was scared that it was about something else.
"No more secrets." He said while kissing my hand.
"No more secrets." I repeated back to him looking into his big brown eyes.
"Well I need to tell you something. I got the DNA results back on Andre and it turns out he's not my son. Tasha told me she'd only slept with one other person and it was Amari. I was pissed because I thought that was my son for 2 years but instead he's my ex-bestfriends son." He said gripping my hand a little tighter and clenching his jaw. I kissed along his jawline before finding my way to his lips. He softened his expression.
"I brought you some clothes and I already signed your release form, so we can go whenever you're ready." He said looking at his watch.
"Can you help the pregnant lady up?" I said while mumbling about how people had no respect for their elders.
"You're younger than me so girl bye." He said in his ghetto girl voice. I couldn't help but let out a laugh he helped me into the bathroom. I quickly got out of that tired hospital gown. I put on the white true religion jeans he bought me. Along with and oversized biggie pocket t. I threw on some toro 4's and we were out. I just wanted to go home, but Carter had other plans. I saw him stop infront of this fancy restaurant. I couldn't even pronounce the name. I automatically thought we were underdressed. I walked inside and to my surprise we were the only people there.
"Carter where is everyone." I asked looking around.
"I bought you something go put this on." He said handing me a bag. I smiled and walked towards the bathroom. I saw a note on the mirror that read. 'happy anniversary' I had totally forgot. I felt so bad I'd already bought his gift and it was sitting in the closet at the house. I put on the black jumpsuit with a deep plunge. I took off my bra so you couldn't see it. I slid on the Gianni Bini cream and yellow open toed heels. This boy had some good taste. I looked in my purse and applied some clear lip gloss. I fixed my hair by brushing it out. I always stayed prepared. I sprayed on some perfume and applied mascara and liner. I looked in the mirror admiring my reflection. I looked good. I was 4 months pregnant and I wasn't showing. I walked out of the bathroom. Seeing Carti standing by the table in a fitted tuxedo. I walked over to him and whispered in his ear. "happy anniversary. You'll get your gift when we get home." I guess he liked that because he pulled me into a hug grabbing my ass.
"You look beautiful." He said making me blush. He pulled out my chair and we sat down. It was weird there was no menus.
"Where are the menus Carter?" I asked.
"You don't need it just sit back and relax. I got you covered." He said which made my controlling attitude die. We sat and talked we even decided on our son's name. Carter and I were so excited to be having a child. I just hoped that I could fix my situation with my parents, so that my child would have grandparents. I hoped Carter would let me meet his mom soon. I started to wonder how their relationship was because he never talked about her.
"Carter do you talk to your mother?" I asked watching his whole demeanor change.
"No." He simply said. I knew he didn't want to talk about it. So I decided to drop it. We talked a little more before we left. I got in the car and turned on the radio. I listened to kem share my life.
"This is my song." I said turning it up and singing along. Carter laughed before turning it. I swear he was evil I was really into it.
"You mad?" He said looking over at me with a smirk on his face. I had my arms crossed and I looked directly ahead of me.
"You're a jerk. You know I like that song." I said shifting so I could face him. He looked over at me before looking back at the road.
"I'm just playing baby. You know I love you." He said flashing his beautiful teeth. I melted right then and there.
"Yeah I know big head." I said before we pulled up to the house. I jumped out the car pulling out my set of keys. I ran around the house as Carter chased me. I ran to our bedroom closet and grabbed his present. He wrapped his arm around my waist. Kissing along my ear.
"I got you this." I said handing him his present.
"You got me a Cartier watch? Where'd you get the money?" He asked me.
"Yo girl got racks. I also have a private bank account." I simply said.
"Thank you baby I love it." He said kissing my cheek before he put it on.
"I got you a gift too." He told me walking out of the room. I followed him to the garage. I saw a Mercedes g class suv. I was so happy I really wanted a new car.
"Thank you Carti." I screamed practically jumping into his arms.
"Get in the driver seat, and put your seatbelt on then look up." He said. I did as he told me. When I looked up I saw Carter on one knee. I got out of the car slowly. I was shocked I couldn't believe this was happening.
"Nova Wright. From the moment I first saw you I knew I was in love with you. I knew I had to have you. Will you do me the honor of becoming Mrs. Mcallister? He said looking at me waiting on a response. Tears fell from my eyes as I tried to talk. For the first time ever I was speechless. I simply shook my head before getting on my knees and kissing all over his face. He placed the ring on my finger before he stood up. He picked me up carrying me bridal style into our bedroom. He laid me down, before stripping me out of my jumpsuit. I kicked off my heels, before trying to unbutton Carter's shirt. I was having a hard time so I just ripped it off. I lifted his undershirt over his head before letting him take it from there. Me, u, and Hennessy blasted in the background. I guess he was ready for this.
"Can we stay home tonight?
Try something new tonight.
This drink got me feeling right.
I'm 'bout to lose my mind.
U, me and Hennessy look what you did to me.
Fuckin' so crazy, you twirling and spinning me.
My head keep on spinning... my legs on keep on shaking
But my head keep on spinning.
I'm out of mind let's keep on sipping.
Let's make some babies and make it official.
I feel you inside, no better feeling.
I throw it back and you catch my drifting.
You shifting inside, you got me screaming.
You got me yelling out ya name ooh I need you.
You kiss on my thighs and then you eat it.
Pause for a minute then... I let you beat it.
I'm loving this ride.
Smooth like a Beamer.
Smooth like that Henny, this what happens when we drinking.
I'm not gonna lie.
You got me speechless.
Got 69, more than 25 reasons.

Me, Hennessy & U.
Me, Hennessy & U.
Me, Hennessy & U.
Me, Hennessy & U.
U, Me & Hennessy, look what you did to me.
I say my head keep on spinning.
Me, Hennessy & U.
Ay, this what happens when we drinking.
Me, Hennessy & U.
Me, Hennessy & U."