birds flyin' high

Aaron chuckled, shaking his head. Being a man, he couldn’t resist a small glance at her breast, but his eyes didn’t linger. Glancing at the road, he scoffed, “I know the way you work. No one can resist Daisy.” Aaron scratch his cheek, watching the slow traffic that passed by them. He knew exactly how Danielle worked and he respected her for that. A girl has to find a way to survive some how. “You better,” he smiled, knowing she wouldn’t ever leave him to take the wrap, “if not, I’ll beat your ass. That’s a promise.” Taking a second to look back at the brunette, he stuck his tongue out at her quickly. Aaron caught the keys in his hand, having a quick reaction. “You never disappoint,” he teased, “That poor man. Being a man myself, I just have to say that we don’t like how you tease us then leave us high and dry.” Stepping out of the vehicle, he walked around to Danielle as they began walking to their target supermarket. “By ‘us’ I mean those innocent guys you take advantage of,” he poked her side, “though I do respect your games.”

Danielle could feel Aaron’s glance linger for some seconds at her breast and even though she’d normally call them out if she found someone staring she let it slide feeling a tad flattered while mostly amused by his response. ‘Boys’ she thought to herself while attempting to erase the small grin before it gave her away. “No one with good taste can resist me. I think we’ve pretty much made that clear by now.” She said in a light hearted tone finding comfort in their exchange. No matter how confident or cocky she sounded she knew that Aaron knew better than to take her seriously at such moments, after all not for nothing did they manage to spend so much time talking via Skype. Rolling her eyes at his childish gesture she leaned over and tousled his hair knowing that that was the quickest way to get a reaction out of him. “You wish.” She said in between giggles. “There’s no way you’d be able to win in a fight against me.” A sigh of relief escaped her lips when she saw the set of keys reach their destination. “It’s not my fault you guys can’t keep it in your pants. All I did was make some… comments and before I knew it the guy was putty in my hands.” Winking she followed his lead towards the supermarket after making sure the car was locked. “Oh please you can’t expect me to believe you’re all a bunch of innocent and naive poor little boys.” Swatting his hand playfully she returned the poke. “The guy was the one who came onto me on the first place.” She admitted while remembering his perverted remark. Shuddering all trace of guilt she could’ve felt for the man left as soon as it came. Finally they reached the entrance of their target and she could feel the adrenaline rushing through her system. “So how do you wanna do this…?”

Perfect! Just give me your phone number in case any last minute details happen to occur. Aw he's still a baby which means he'll be pretty excited to go to the zoo. Well as tame as he might be you'd be surprised how active they can get once their interest gets picked on by the animals, but please bring him along. It'll make the evening much enjoyable.

I.. I still want to see you.. but to be honest right now.. I may sound like a spoiled little kid.. but I wish you could think about it. I just don’t want all my efforts to go into waste.. and I don’t want to ruin our friendship just because all of this.

I-I want to see you too...And it's okay to sound spoiled 'cause I'm not gonna judge you Gel. I've never done that and I'm not gonna start now...I...I'll think about it okay? I promise I'll think about it but please bare with me meanwhile...I'd hate to loose your company...I'd hate to lose you to be honest...It's just gonna take some time to wrap myself around the idea that...that you love me...

Yeah, I’m going to my hardest to be there for her as much as possible- and for her father too.

After hearing so much about her I can't help wanting to meet her. She sounds like such a sweet and adorable child, the type you just want to squeeze their cheeks until they try to wiggle their way out. If you ever need a babysitter I'd love to lend you a hand with her. Seriously call whenever. 

You’re so right, Elle. Oh I’m not a hundred percent sure what’s going on with her honestly. I only know bits and pieces.

I try to be. Well bits and pieces is better than nothing but it's good that she has you there 'cause not having a fully committed mother would end up ruining her. It'd only raise her hopes for nothing so as long as you're there for her all the time then she'll have someone to rely on until she's able to become independent. 

Yes, but I suppose we’re not meant for livin’ easily. You’re too kind, darlin’! Paris? I am super jealous But excited I am reaping the benefits. [tears open the wrapping paper and squeals in delight at a gorgeous new pair of cowboy boots] I’m pretty sure I love you! Thank you so much. These are so pretty. Cowboy boots; the way to my heart.

Guess we're not. Though I do have to admit that it makes life more interesting in it's own weird twisted way. And you're to sweet! Paris indeed and then next time I head to France you're coming with me. I just know you'd love it there. [she giggles at her reaction glad she liked the present] Aw I love you too, darling. You're more than welcome. To be honest I was extremely confused and lost when I went to buy them as I had no idea where to begging. There where so many models and choices to pick from it was driving me nuts, until finally I saw those pair of boots and it was love at first sight. I just knew they where meant to be worn by you.  

I’m always free… I’d just have to ask no if she would mind watchin’ Cormac… Unless I bring him too? Let’s just drop it, yea?

Then what about thursday? Are you free by then? I'd say tomorrow but on thursday there's a special promotion and it'd be a pity see it go to waste. That and I want the free cotton candy that comes with it...Cormac? I don't think I've met him but the more the merrier! We're going to the zoo so as long as he doesn't mind how crowded it might get then it'd be more than fine. Can do...

He was five.. or six. I can never tell how old they are when they’re that young. They all the look the same. It’s a real problem. I can’t be trusted with secrets because I will always find a way to spill it. 

Yeah looks can be deceiving when it comes to kids, specially when they're that young. It's as if you're stepping on land mines when it comes down to figuring out their ages. But those are the type of secrets that are never supposed to come out until they're old enough to face the harsh and bitter reality. It's like unspoken rule. You can never say Santa isn't real! You never know when a kid will be eavesdropping.

Don’t be, I said it was fine. It didn’t bother me.

Yeah but it doesn't change the fact that I made it kinda awkward! Okay changing the topic, how've you been Ethan? Did I miss anything important while I was away?

Always! Sweetness is the best way to be. Really? You didn’t have to but I’m mighty happy you did.

If more people followed that way of thinking then things would be much easier. You're way too adorable, Becca. Of course I had to! There was no way I'd go all the way to Paris without bringing back a present for you, plus I needed to get you a thank you gift. [hands her a wrapped present] Hope you enjoy it! Your very own pair of cowboy boots from yours truly. 

Exactly, she needs a woman in her life and I’m going to be that one- no offense to her mom but still. Elle it is!

Every little girl needs a role model to follow so as long as she's got you then she'll be fine. You need to make the most of this time and play hair dresser before she starts hating having pig tails. Ah the good ol' days. Do you mind if I ask what happened to her mother? If it's personal then just forget I brought it up.