Fight For Love (COMPLETE)

Chapter Twenty-Six: For Your Love....

Well! this is it...the Final installment...Chapter Twenty-Six: For Your Love...

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KIM'S POV:


"I really do look like a damn whale, and it's all your fault! If it wasn't for you I wouldn't be in this condition!" I said pointing at Jason from across the room.

Jason looked at me like I was crazy, "Last time I checked Kim, it takes two people to make what's in that belly so don't be trippin with me no! You wasn't saying all that shit when we were making the baby!"

"You betta shut Jason before I hit you in your arm...again! Always talking crap!"

"Baby, you are either crazy or too .damn emotional. Be quiet before these nurses hear you...and you don't look like a whale. No, you look like a monkey!" He laughed as I just stared at him. I tried to kick him in his kneecap, but he moved his knee quickly, sticking his tongue out at me.

I was already feeling very uncomfortable, so I didn't have the time or energy to play with Jason. We had been up for hours just talking and laughing after our quick trip the emergency room. That was last night, but we're still up since my appointment with Dr. Anthony was this morning.

"Hey babe thanks for staying up with me anyway...the pain has finally went away." I smiled seductively at him.

"Yo ass must be bipolar! You know I'm going to take care of my babies...I'm just glad the pain wasn't serious. All that ice cream, Tums, and Sprite you bullied me into getting at the store last night on our way home must have paid off. You know doc is gon' get you for not taking care of yourself though."

I scrunched up my face, "yeah baby trust me, I know all about his warnings. But this time it wasn't my fault at all. Or maybe, it was seeing all those people and gifts at the shower. Too much excitement can do that to you."

"Hell, too much excitement can drive a young man crazy...I should know. I'm excited every damn day, but I can't even let it go." He grabbed his private while speaking.

"Are you serious? I take care of your excited ass whenever I can. If I don't, you have the Internet and some lotion..get to work."

He laughed a little, "ahhhh you funny, but I prefer the real thang, thank you very much. I'm good by the way...I know we have to be extra careful for the baby. I love yo big head anyhow." He blew me a kiss and I just smiled at him. He was such a sweetheart, but the more pregnant I became the more irritated I was...and mostly with Jason. The man is my world though, nothing can change that.

We heard a knock on the door before Dr. Anthony walked in. "Mr. And Mrs. Williams, it's good to see everyone in good health today. Everything looks good in regards to your blood work and vital signs, but I heard that may not have been the case last night." He takes a seat before continuing, "My nurse told me that you all were in the ER earlier. So what was that all about? Have you been taking care of yourself?"

I looked at Jason before speaking, he just stared back at me. I don't think he liked Dr. Anthony much, "We think it was all the excitement from my baby shower. It was just a little pain you know, maybe from moving too much. Or it could have been gas."

Jason cleared his throat, "Yeah doc everything is okay. She probably just got overwhelmed with excitement. I took care of her though, and we have been really careful."

"That's good to hear from the both of you that everything is alright, and I hate to be the nagging teacher...but Kimberly you must be careful at all times. I believe that you will carry your baby to full term, but at this point it is up to you and the choices you make for your health and safety." He turned to face Jason only, "Mr. Williams, please try your best to help her stay calm and be easy on herself. I want to see you both here and happy with your new baby. Please take care of one another."

"We got you doc, we will continue to be careful." We both said in unison slightly annoyed. I knew Dr. Anthony meant well, but to me it seemed like he didn't trust me with my own body. I would just have to prove him wrong...make sure that the life I bring into this world would be the healthiest it could be. We didn't have too much longer to go...I knew I could do it.

Dr. Anthony seemed satisfied with our answer, or he could sense the irritability in the room. Whatever it was made him quickly shift in his seat and change his whole expression, "So have you guys changed your minds on wanting to wait to learn the sex of the baby yet? I have sonogram pictures." A smile appeared on his face, "I have a feeling Jason that you would want to hear what you two are having..."

Jason looked at me like he wasn't sure if he should answer or not, a sneaky little grin came across his lips, "Uh, babe don't you think it will be a good idea to go ahead and know what we're having? I mean, if I don't know if we're having a boy or girl I can't paint the, uh, nursery. It's a good idea...plus I just wanna know already!"

"Jason are you serious? It was your idea from jump street to wait! Ugh, yes Dr. Anthony, we would love to learn the sex of the baby please." Jason got up from his seat to come stand by me, taking my hand in his and placing it near his heart. "I surely hope it's a girl so that I can soil her rotten, but a boy would be good too, I can have a wingman!" He said to me.

Dr. Anthony turned a page in his notepad were my records were, "Well Jason, Kimberly, I don't know if you guys told everyone to maybe throw some blue in the gifts at the shower, but you should get ready! You two will be the parents of a baby boy!"

All I could do was smile. Jason squeezed my hand so hard with excitement, seemed like he wanted to jump or something. "Ayyy I knew it was a boy by the way your hips and breasts grew! Yes! Somebody to carry my namesake!" I had to laugh at him. "Kimberly, thank you for making me the happiest man in the world and for carrying my son...I love you so much!"

"I love you you too Jason...but I'm not naming my child Jason. Maybe his middle name..."

He dropped my hand, "We'll talk about this in the car. Thanks doc for the good news!" He walked over and shook his hand.

"You guys are more than welcome! I will see you all back next week okay. Congratulations to you both...remember be careful. " As soon as Dr. Anthony left, Jason looked over at me. I just waved him off and got my things together to leave. I would probably name my child after his dad...that's how much I loved him and more. Our son would always be a reminder of the love we share together. Excitement wasn't even the word to describe my feelings towards our child. This child was truly be a blessing.


Jason was quiet for all of five minutes once we got inside my car. I decided to drive today because I hadn't done it in so long since I became pregnant. I'm pretty sure Jason didn't mind at all because he got to sit in the passenger seat and talk my ear off. I could feel his eyes on me before he spoke, "So no Jason huh? I think Jason is a good solid name don't you? I would be proud for our son to have my name."

I shook my head, "I bet you would think all of that and feel that way about your own name. But why can't our son be an original or maybe even have my dad's name?"

"Well I guess you have a point then. I like the name Jason Kenneth Williams...what about that?"

"Jason you are killing me! You know what? Let's just wait until the baby is born, see who he looks like and then give him a name. That way we can know that it fits him. A name he can live up to you know?"

"You're right baby, I can understand that. We can wait baby. Just know this though, I'm extra excited to be having a son. So get ready for all the crap I'm about to buy him...toys cars, trucks, only the best brands in gear and shoes, a gold chain, bracelets, a football..."

"Ah ah babe, he's not even here yet. Pump your brakes a little to the floor. We need to first make sure he has enough diapers, bottles, onesies, clothes, and a comfortable and safe place to sleep. You can get any designer you want for all that...and I hope you don't forget about the nursery ."

Jason's phone began to buzz soon after, alerting him of a new text message, "I will take care of that for little Jason, no worries. As for the nursery, your brother just made it to our place, he's going to be helping me with the room. So don't worry about anything ."

"Who's helping you? Since when does Kendrick know how to fix anything besides his lies for his many ladies? Good luck with that, I hope it looks good are you will be starting over!"

"Oh shut up woman! Trying to be mean or whatever...calm yourself down. Now hurry up and get to the house so me and Kendrick can head to the store to get our stuff. I hope you will like the surprise of the room...you can't see it until we're done." I just smiled at him, I'll let him have that one because I was too tired to go back and forward.



We made it back home about ten minutes later, and for some reason or another I had an uneasy feeling. I brushed it off as I pulled up to the house and saw Kendrick's Charger in the driveway. I began to wave at him until I saw the woman that was standing next to him. I would recognize her from anywhere, it was Tasha herself. Last time I saw her she was off her rocker, well she damn sure looked a little bit more stable now.

Jason must have been looking in her direction too, "Babe is that Tasha? What the hell is she doing here? I thought she was sick and put away. I hope Kendrick didn't bring her."

"I have no idea. Lets see what she wants though, I'm sure it's something." We parked the car and got out. I could see Kendrick's face of shock when we made it closer to them.

He met us half way while Tasha stood by his car. "Ummm hey y'all...Tasha said that she came by to say...ummm hi. She seems like she's kinda out of it, and I told her that you two weren't here, but she wanted to wait."

I didn't even respond to Kendrick, I just walked right by him over to Tasha. "Hey Tasha how are you? You're looking better today." I couldn't figure out how she got here and she didn't look like her old self, but he looked better than she was weeks before.

She didn't look me in my eyes when she spoke, "I I just wanted to say hello to you, Jason and your baby. I didn't know...didn't know you were pregnant, I'm happy for you two. And I'm going going back home now."

"That's good Tasha and thanks so much. You should go see mom too, she probably misses you. Sorry about what happened to you."

"Noooo it's okay. I will go see her later, I will find my way home. Tell Jason I said hi."

I turn to look towards Kendrick and Jason, "well you can tell him yourself he's right over..." Before I could get my sentence out, she had already began walking away. "Tasha we can take you somewhere if you like...wait okay."

She waved me away, "I got it, bye. I have places to go." I really didn't understand who the hell let her out of the crazy house, but I pray that God watches over her...he's the only one who can.

"Babe is she okay? Does she know where she's going? I mean damn she looks lost!" Jason said while walking towards me.

"I don't know Jason and honestly, I can't worry about her right now. She has to go she said, so she's going. Anyway, you and Kendrick, you guys leaving now?"

"Yeah we're leaving right now. I'll see you later okay." He bent down to kiss my lips and forehead before turning to go in the house to get his keys to his car.

Kendrick walked over to me, "I'll see you later sis, be good now." He smiled and hugged me. I waved them both bye as they pulled out of the driveway. I walked into my home to finally get some rest. It was much needed and I welcomed it.

Of course my sleep had to be interrupted by my mom calling. I jolted up as soon as I heard the phone ring, "huh, yes momma!"

"You sound like you were sleeping sweetie, I'm sorry. But guess what? I just saw Tasha walking down the street. I called for her and she started screaming!"

I almost bust out laughing, "mom she's not right in the head anymore. She'll be fine, don't worry."

"I don't know Kim, I'm a little worried. But if you say she's okay then oh well. I'll try to find her later. Go on back to sleep sweetheart. Love you."

"Uh huh, love you too momma..." I drifted back off to sleep and prayed silently that I phone would just go dead.


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Two months later....

KENDRICK'S POV:

Kim is already eight months pregnant and Jason and I still ain't done with the nursery! I still can't believe that I'm going to be an uncle, but best believe I'm gonna be the best of the best. Dad would be so happy if he was here.

Jason ass with all his surprises is what held us back. He doesn't know what color to use, where to put the crib, what angles to use, and whatever else he wants to put in there. The other day we went shopping for a fish tank! What the hell would a baby do with a fish tank? I convinced him to just get one of those monogram things to save him from hearing Kim's mouth yelling at him. God bless baby Kendrick, yeah Kim better name him after me, because he's going to need it!

I'm ready to be done tell you the truth, but here I am...another Friday night without my ladies working like a slave. We getting done tonight though, no matter what Jason says. I walked back into the nursery where Jason was sitting down in the rocking chair we got from moms house looking all nervous, "Ay Jason, you know man..I'm ready to be done already. I miss my hunnies and my house. So lets paint the room grey and light blue, put the crib on the wall opposite of the window, angle to make it easy for Kim to get around, throw up some pictures and we're good bro."

He just stared at me, so I kept talking..."uh yeah so, you ready?" He shook his head yes, stood up and we got to work. About an hour later we were done with the room. I still didn't know why it took so long but I will give us the benefit of the doubt because we did have to buy a lot to go into the room. I knew lil man would love it one day.

Jason walked over to me with his chest out. I guess he thought he really did all the work by himself or something. "Man bro we finally finished! I knew today would be the day. Kim is gonna love it! Thanks for all your help man! I owe you one."

"Yeah man you really do owe me one! But you know what? You could pay me back by just buying me dinner from Texas Road House...I'm hungry than a mud man! A steak will settle me just fine."

Jason laughed out loud, "Alright bro, I can do that. Lets go get that now because I'm starving and I'm sure Kim is too so we'll bring her something back. Remember to lock the door so she won't try to sneak in here like she did last night."

We dusted ourselves off and headed out the door. Kim had told me what colors we wanted in the nursery, so I knew she would love it. We even had photos of Kim's belly growth for the past eight months and original paintings. I mean we tried to make it look fancy, she better appreciate this hard work! She wouldn't be able to see the room until she was coming home with the baby only. It was my little gift to baby Kendrick. I smiled at the thought of that.


Texas Road House was crowded as usual when we got there. You can't blame the people for wanting the best steaks in town. Hell it's been a minute since I had one, but I was ready to meet a big juicy twelve ounce again!

We waited for about twenty-five minutes before we could be seated. When we finally made it to the table we were met by a waitress named Amanda who took our drink orders first. I got a margarita, while Jason got a sweet tea. When the waitress walked away I couldn't help but follow Jason's direction of view. No it wasn't at Amanda, but at a table of four guys that kept mugging us.

"Say man, do you know who those cats are? Why they looking like they ready to throw down or something?"

Jason turned to face me, "Naw man I can't say that I do, but I definitely don't like the vibe I'm getting from them. Ay, but if anything pop off, I got my piece in my back. You just do what you gotta man."

"Say man naw, I can't leave my brother in law for some punks. I got your back." We shook on it before we saw Amanda walking back towards the table with our drinks. "Are you guys ready to order?" We both nodded our heads yes.

Jason got the chicken fried chicken dinner and of course I got my medium-done twelve ounce. Both dinners were paired with mashed potatoes with gravy and green beans for the sides. I still noticed the men at that table looking at us, but all I could do was eat until I could breathe a sigh of relief. We both cleaned our plates and leaned back to let it marinate.

"Kendrick man, I ain't ate like this in a while. Good suggestion my brotha."

"I'm surprised you don't come here more often, it's not far from your place and it's Kim's favorite restaurant. Thanks for the dinner man."

He began to pull out his wallet and cash, "No problem man. Thank you for all your help..I can't wait to see Kim's face when she sees it." He smiled as he mentioned her name. I couldn't help but be happy that my sis found someone like Jason to love and take care of her. I pray that one day I can find and have a love like they share...I'm sure it took a lot of fighting to get there though. Jason rubbed his hands together, "Bruh, I'm so ready to be a dad! I'm gon be my child's ride or die you know what I'm saying? I'm gon for sure be the best I can be for my son...he and Kim deserve that."

"You got it man, just take care of my nephew and sis and let me know if you need anything." I looked at my watch and noticed how late it had gotten since we got to the restaurant. "Jason, this was cool, but I gots to get back to my part of town. You ready to go? I gotta get my ride from your place."

He shook his head as we both stood. I was chipping in on the tip for Amanda with Jason when I saw the men stand from there table too. There was only one that caught my eye though, a tall dark skin brotha with cornrows and a trimmed beard...he looked hella familiar. Then it hit me as he walked by us, "Say Jason I know that cat, that's Greg's cousin Tim. I remember he used to be with him back when sis and Greg were together and I'll go visit them and see him there. I think he's been in jail for a while though."

"I don't recognize him, but it seems like he's up to no good...must want to take his ass back to jail." We both looked at each other and humped up our shoulders before walking out the restaurant. We headed to the car and Jason unlocked it before we made it to the door. Just as I was putting my hand on the door to open it, the four men appeared at the back of the car.

Tim stepped towards Jason and began to reach his hand in his waist. Jason followed suit as he reached in his back. I planted my stance ready for a fight. Tim looked at Jason with distance still between them, "I heard you had something to do with killing my blood man."

"What the hell you talking about yo blood nigga? I don't know you or your family so step the hell back."

Tim stepped a little closer, "Yes you do, you used to be his best friend then you took his girl and his life. Bitchass nigga!"

"I don't know who you talking about nigga, but my girl is my wife. And I ain't killed no damn body. Step the hell back!"

Just then Tim pulled his gun out and aimed it at me, causing Jason the jerked towards me. It was a trick move though...Tim's gun turned back towards Jason before it went out. He fired it, twice in his chest, one in his stomach. He aimed towards his head and was about to fire, but I was able to tackle his ass. Throwing him down to the ground and smashing his head into the cement. I would have kept going, but I heard the scream...Jason had fell to the ground! Fighting for his life. I ran to his side, trying to help him up as he was slipping in and out of consciousness. "Come on man we gotta get you to a hospital." I said to him over and over, but he couldn't move. He looked at me, squeezing my hand lightly.."Take care of my babies..." Those were the last words he spoke.


I had to make the hardest call of my life...she answered after one ring, "Kendrick where are you two? I'm hungry and y'all have been gone all evening. Tell Jason to bring his head butt home!" She laughed. When I didn't respond she kept talking, "Helloooo Kendrick! Do you hear me? Are you there? Kendrick!"

Tears filled my eyes before I could even speak, "Kim I have something to tell you...it's it's Jason. Kim...''

"What about Jason Kendrick? Please just tell me! You're scaring me!" I could here the fear creeping into her voice.

"Kim, sis, Jason has been shot. I'm so sorry Kim. I'm coming to get you now."

"What a minute! Shot! Shot by who Kendrick? Is he okay? Where is Jason Kendrick? Tell me right now!"

"He's gone Kim, he didn't make it..they killed him." All I could hear was her screaming as she dropped the phone. I had to make to her side, I promised Jason I would take care of his babies.


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EPILOGUE: KIM'S POV

A month later...

We buried you next to your Uncle Kenneth, my dad. That way you wouldn't be lonely and he will be able to keep you company on Earth and in Heaven. Your service was packed, so many people loved you...but no one as much as I do. So many good words were said, but after awhile I had to go. It was just too much for me.

I saw the nursery and yes I do love it. Still can't believe you and Kendrick pulled it off. Thank you for the surprise.

I gave birth to our son yesterday. I decided to name him after his father, Jason Kendrick Williams. You know Kendrick made me give little man his name somewhere. He's a big baby, weighs about 8 lbs and 6 oz. Dr, Anthony was very proud of me making it full term. He looks just like you with his smooth dark chocolate skin and small dimples. I love him so much, he will always be close to my heart...reminding me of his father everyday.

My heart will never stop breaking into a thousand pieces over what happened to you my love. When you left this world you took a piece of me with you. I didn't even get to say goodbye. Don't worry about me and the baby though, Kendrick has done above and beyond. He told me that he is just keeping his promises.

Both of our moms are going to come stay with me for a little while to make sure I'm okay. I broke down after your funeral, but everyone has been helping me stay strong. I'm going to leave the house soon...it's just too many memories. Oh God, before these tears start flooding me again let me say this...I love you Jason, I always have and I always will. I will never stop fighting for your love..please don't stop fighting for me. Thank you for sharing your life with me.

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The End. Thanks so much for all of you who have been patient and supported me this whole time. I hope that you have enjoyed this book and will back for my next story. Hope the finale was worth the wait...let me hear from you okay :) ~Brit