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2. 5 Years Later

Author: skyemarrow
last update Last Updated: 2025-07-21 15:11:33

5 YEARS LATER

I roll my bags from the airport holding on to my little cupcake, Bryan. We both walked towards our ride, I was walking, and he was hopping alongside jovially.

We got to our ride and the driver helped fix our bags into the trunk, while I opened the door and helped Bryan in and got in too.

"Welcome back Ms Malcolm." The driver said, getting into the driver.

I say thank you to him and ask how he has been doing? His response was positive and I nodded my head while he started the engine and began to make his way out of the airport.

I turn to the window and stare out.. TEXAS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, I can't believe I'm back here again. To the place where I really hate to be. A place that held memories of all the pain and hurt that once circled me. A place where my life almost turned to nothingness. I hope I don't regret my decision to return back to Texas.

Texas hasn't changed a bit. It's been 5 years since my divorce with Landon and since I left but it's still the same.

The cool air reminds me of that very day Landon broke my trust and fate in him. I hate to be back here in Texas but for the benefit of my company, I have to return back.

All thanks to Landon for where I am today because if the divorce thing did not happen, I probably would not have been where I am today. A working class business woman who has worked so hard and tirelessly to become this successful and wealthy. That's what I became.

I'm no longer the Evelyn Malcolm I used to be 5 years ago with Landon, I'm no longer that girl who's weak and crumbles at every given situation.. I'm now a self willed working class lady, strong and independent. I have everything life has to offer, I no longer depend on Landon or his money.

I worked on myself and dumped everything and memories that have to do with Landon and the love we once shared. The only memories I have of him were the times he treated me like a piece of trash. He never valued our love, so why should I?

He wanted a way to get rid of me so he and Diana can have their way! He must have been cheating on me with Diana and only wanted to make me feel like the victim here.

Not a single day passes without reminding myself of the hatred and disdain I have towards him. The pain and hurt he made me go through, I will never forget that.

I felt a tap on my hand and I turned to Bryan.

"Are you sad Momma? Did someone bully you? Let me know if someone bullied you Momma and I'll teach that person a lesson. No one makes my momma sad," He said, balling his tiny fist.

I shook my head and smiled. "I have a really cute son." I kissed his chubby cheek. "Don't worry, no one bullied me okay? Momma's just thinking of something."

"Are you sure?" He asked, staring at me suspiciously, like he doesn't believe my excuse.

This son of mine can be something else. he's quite smarter than his age.

"Ice cream momma.." He said and points out of the window.

I quickly asked the driver to stop and went with Bryan to get some ice cream. Shortly, we returned back to the car and excitedly began to lick it.

I smiled and caressed his hair, he looked at me and smiled back, then went back to taking his ice cream.

I love my son to the moon and back. He means the whole world to me, I literally would die if anything happens to him.

After leaving Texas 5 years ago, it was difficult for me to get back on my feet. I was close to falling into a depressed state, but I had to fix my life back on track.

I pour all my love on Bryan, he alone deserves it. I went through hell fending for myself and Bryan, now that I have it all, I'm willing to do anything for him.

I don't want to see him sad.. My life revolves around my son and nobody else. Words can't explain how much he means to me.

Now I'm glad I never got the chance to disclose the pregnancy to Landon. I don't want him to ever find out. Bryan belongs to me alone. I've been the one he sees and looks up to, I can't let that change.

Until my dying breath, I'll fulfil both the mother's duty and the father's duty to my son.

After a long, tiring ride, we got home. I have to call it home because it's still my house even if I'm reminded of Landon.

Before coming over to Texas, I ordered the nanny in charge of managing the house in my absence to get rid of every photo of Landon. I'm glad she did just that.

I don't want to see his face.. I cut off every tie I have with him, the moment he chose to go with Diana. Now that I'm in Texas, I hope I never get to see him.

I don't want my son to see the face of his despicable father!. Landon is out of my life for good. As far as I'm concerned, Bryan is and would never be his son. He doesn't deserve to be a father. I'd rather die than let Landon claim Bryan as his.

I made sure I had the curtains and bed sheets changed to a new one. As a matter of fact, everything that has Landon in it, was thrown away.

"I asked for the pictures to be thrown away.. Did you dispose of them properly?" I ask the nanny. I want to be sure that nothing of Landon is left behind.

"They're in the store room ma'am.. I figured you might want to have them back someday." 

My mood changed at Nanny's response.. I became really furious. How dare she go contrary to my orders?

"How dare you place them in the store room? What gave you the idea that I might need them someday? I gave you an order and you do otherwise?" I yelled angrily.

"I'm sorry ma'am.."

"Listen, the next time you go contrary to my orders, I'll have you kicked out with an income. Now go set those freaking photos ablaze and make sure I don't find any of it in this house, else I'll deal with you!"

The nanny nodded in fear and rushed out. I exhaled deeply and calmed my nerves down. I won't let her silly mistake, ruin my mood.

We settled in fully and I had a quick bath and also made Bryan take his bath. Dinner was served and we ate to our satisfaction.

I asked the nanny if she already burnt the photos and she nodded in reply and said she let everything burn to ashes. I did not forget to apologize to the nanny over my rudeness earlier. It wasn't my intention to be so mean, I was just pissed but I never meant to be rude

I noticed she relaxed a little and I smiled then told her not to be scared of me.

I took Bryan to his room, which was right opposite mine and tucked him to bed. I read him his favorite bedtime story and i barely started when he fell asleep.

I smiled and caressed his chubby cheek and watched him sleep. Memories of the time when he was still a toddler, filled my mind and I could not help the chuckle that escaped my lips.

Those moments were the best moments of my life! I was given a chance to be a Mom and I'll never let go of this chance.

Bryan is part of the reason why I had to brace myself up. Everything was for his sake!

He's my little boy and I'll forever hold and cherish him. I stood up and adjusted him properly on the bed. I leaned down and kissed his cheeks, then his forehead.

"I love you Bryan!" I whisper to him and cover h with the duvet. I turned off his lights and Left his room to mine.

I yawned as I got on the bed.. It has been a really stressful day with the flight and everything. Texas, please be good to me! Don't cause me any harm anymore..

She thought to herself before drifting off to sleep.

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