Chapter 53

"Come on, Layla. We don't want to be late picking up your brother" Lauren says while crouching down, she was opening her arms for Layla since she was in the middle of teaching herself how to walk "Dada is already waiting downstairs" Lauren says excitedly and Layla's eyes widened just hearing her Dada is downstairs. She walk quickly and Lauren was smiling from ear to ear because this was her best training.

Layla just turned one weeks ago and the married couple was teaching her how to walk. The day when Layla came out was the best day for the married couple, they didn't accept having twins since whatever God give to them they will accept it because it's always gonna be a blessing. Jihye and Jayden were happy when Layla went into the world. Jayden being the big brother, was also there helping her mother out with everything while Jihye stays the same. The protective and sweet one.

It's been a year now, everything is just going well for a married couple. They are reaching the life that they wanted, with no warnings, no troubles, and no problem. Having two kids is hard but they were happy since they were thankful that they have each other. They have the best teamwork.

They also got remarried again, on the beach just like Lauren wants. Everything was so perfect and Jihye cried when she saw her wife walking in the aisle. She looks so pretty and perfect, they knew that they like each other. There's an interest, love, want in their eyes and that's what they want. The wedding was happy, they finally have the reception and they had their honeymoon in Hawaii.

Talking about Lauren's friends. Gabbie already has a new girlfriend they are already expecting a child, Elle already got married so is Gia while Mai is expecting a child. Lauren visits them whenever she has time.

She started working when she was seventeen weeks but she also stopped when she reached her thirty-fourth week. Jihye was always by her side during her pregnancy, still understanding whenever she has some mood swings that Lauren couldn't control sometimes, Her cravings were always during delivery since Jihye was always by her side. The dancer didn't mind at all because like she says she's whipped.

Jihye's friends Megan and Suzy are already married and expecting their second child, Yujin and her girlfriend started living together and also expecting a child. While Ara? She doesn't know. But she's looking forward to meeting her again asked her if she was doing okay.

Jihye started her survival show, Lauren, Jayden and Layla were always watching it since it makes Jihye's heart flutter. Lauren was on full support even going in the venue sometimes to check on her baby.

Even though they were busy with work, kids, and all they still have the time to spend with each other. They still have the intimate night and moments, sweet touches and kisses. They still have the time to go on dates. That's what love is. They know how to schedule their date and have time for each other.

"Who's that?" Lauren said excitedly while Layla is giggling seeing her Dada smiling at him and making grabby hands like she was about to get her. Lauren and Lyla reached the last step.

"I GOT YOU! PRINCESS!" Jihye says excitedly while Layla started laughing because she was tickling her sides. Lauren was happy seeing the important people in her life being close to each other "You look good, Did Mommy buy this for you?" Layla just rested her head on her Dada's chest and hug her.

Jihye looked at her wife and they smiled. While Lauren was rubbing her daughter's back.

"You both ready to go?" Jihye asked while Lauren nodded. The dancer snakes her hands to her wife's lower back and they exited the house since they will be picking up their son.

Jihye opened the car door for her wife and Lauren was laughing every time since she has been doing it for a long time. The dancer was just pouting because her wife was laughing and Jihye put Layla in her baby seat also applying her seat belt. She finally made it to the driver's seat and drove on their way to Jayden's school.

Jayden is six years old already and he grew up smart and a kind kid. He was also close with his sister and even protective of her sometimes. Lauren and Jihye were just thankful that they aren't fighting and Jayden wasn't jealous about it but instead he was happy and excited.

Jihye held her wife's hand and Lauren smiled looking back at the window and listening to Layla's babbling. They were chuckling since it was a very unfamiliar word.

They finally reached den's school and they saw their son instantly running to their car the married couple went out as Jayden instantly went to her mother's arms and gave the biggest hug.

Ever since then they realized that Jayden is a mommy's boy and Layla is a Daddy's girl. Jayden was so close to Lauren that sometimes they do things together like doing his assignment, working with her mother, and sometimes cooking. Jihye doesn't mind at all. 

"How's your day baby?" Lauren asked while giving him the shirt that she got ready for him to change since they would be going to Megan and Suzy's house since they will have dinner.

"Did your teacher give you a star again?" Jihye asked this time looking at him through the mirror, he smiled brightly and showed his hands.

"Yes! I'm always answering her question and I love the science and math subject! It was so fun and easy to learn!" He says excitedly and the married couple chuckled while Layla is giggling because of her brother "My day went well Mommy, you should go with me on Monday though" He kissed her mother's cheek

"Why though? Did you get into trouble?" She asks while Jayden shakes his head and Lauren frowned "What's the problem then?"

"Well, the teacher told us that we have a program for three days and she wanted me to be the escort for the pageant and I have a partner. It's like we will have an award if we won" Lauren smiled

"Now, I see. Our big boy is already having his pageant" Jihye proudly says while Lauren looked at her.

Jayden is a mixture of both of them but Lauren realized that Jayden got his Dada's body. It was nice and his height was like the both of them. He's the tallest in his class that's why he's always at the back but he doesn't care. All he care about is his study and Lauren was thankful about it.

"I'm nervous though" Jayden pouted while Lauren pinch his cheeks

"Do you want it though? Do you want to participate?" Her mother asked

"Will you be there with Dada? And Layla?" He asked

"Of course, you don't know how proud we are. But it's gonna be your choice if you want to. You know we won't mind if you want to deny it since it's gonna be your first time" Lauren agreed and Jayden rested her chin on her mother's shoulder.

"I want to if you three will be there," He says brightly

"Okay then buddy, I'll meet your teacher on Monday then you and Dada will find your theme alright? Mommy can't do it for you since I'm gonna be busy debuting the boy group next week but I'm gonna try my best to follow you both" Jihye kissed my knuckles

"It's okay Mommy, as long as you'll be in my pageant" Lauren hummed and kiss her baby boy's head.

Lauren knew that Jayden got all her talents, especially he was telling her all about that he wanted to be like her Dada a dancer and a CEO but he also wanted to model. Jihye told him that there was still a lot of time to think of everything but they were happy that their son already has a future ahead.

They finally reached Megan and Suzy's house. Jihye opened the car door for Lauren and the CEO kissed her lips and smiled. Jihye also took Layla in her arms and Lauren took her son's hand. They were about to knock when Megan opened the door.

"Finally! You both arrived!" She says while giggling. She gave Jihye and Lauren a hug while she took Layla in her hands

"Aunt Suzy!" Jayden yelled excitedly and Lauren saw Suzy smile brightly

"Hi, Buddy!! How's school?" Jayden told about the school, Lauren kissed Suzy on the cheek and hold her tummy. It's getting big.

"So, the boss is in the house" Suzy mumbled while Lauren chuckled

"We need to work next week though, the boy group will debut," Lauren says while helping Suzy in the kitchen

"Oh yeah, my tummy is still flat and I can still work for a good eight months. So, what's the news now? When's your runaway?" She asked while looking at the CEO cutting the vegetables for the Caesar Salad.

"Hmm, we'll be flying to Los Angeles in four weeks. Thankful that Jayden's pageant will happen in two weeks. I can bring him with us"

"Oh, he has a pageant?" Suzy asked in surprise while Lauren smiled

"Well yeah, he was nervous about it but I'm telling him that it was okay since we will be there but you know I'm kinda sad. He's already growing up. It just feels like yesterday but looks at him now he's already planning his future" Suzy smiled at her boss

"You do know that you still have a baby and it's Layla though she's already a toddler. There's still two more to go" Lauren chuckled probably remembering that Jihye and her are planning to have four children.

"I'm excited about it" Lauren shook her head and continued to talk a bit to Suzy.

Meanwhile, Jihye was in the backyard looking at Megan playing with the kids. She was smiling since Megan and Suzy were also like her family. She was about to come inside to have a cuddle with her wife but her phone vibrate meaning she has a call. She looked at the caller and it was unknown. She furrowed her brows and answered it.

"Hello?" She says

"Jihye? Is this you?" Jihye knows this voice, it was Ara

"Y-yes, it's me. Ara?" She heard a sigh

"Yes, it's me. How are you?" She asked while Jihye smiled

"I'm fine, how about you?" She asked back

"Doing well, I'm sorry if we didn't make it to Layla's birthday. Jieun was busy handling the company and the kids. But, we're planning to head back to Korea someday soon. I-I want to fix things with the two of you" Jihye sighed and breathed out

"Hey..we're okay. I'm sure Lauren already forgave you since she was asking about your family and the kids. She's waiting for the five of you. We just want you here so we can finally be completed" Jihye says, she can't deny she also missed Ara.

"Thank you...I promise. We'll be there as soon as possible. We'll hang out with you guys" Ara happily says while Jihye chuckled. The dancer felt a strong and soft arm in her waist and she realized that it was her wife. She smiled and kissed her shoulder

"We'll look forward to it. We'll have a video chat later on okay?"

"Right okay, Enjoy!" Jihye hummer and ended the call. She turned around to give her wife a full kiss on the lips and hugged her tightly. Burying her face in her chest.

"That's Ara?" She asked looking at the kids

"It is Ara. Told me that they will go home as soon as possible" Jihye mumbled

"Good to hear, We need to be complete. My friends are complete and yours are not. This isn't a family" Jihye smiled and hug her wife tightly.

Even though Ara caused trouble. Lauren managed to forgive her. She's the kindest person she met and nothing's gonna change that.

"I love you so much Jihye"

"And I love you so much more" Jihye kissed her wife fully into her lips and Lauren knew that it was oh so perfect.

Four weeks have passed. Lauren was now standing in her father's grave. She was looking and smiling at it. She breathed in and out wanting to see the beauty through the window. Jihye was beside her hands in her wife's waist.

"Daddy, We're happy. I'm happy. I'm safe. I have a happy life. Just like you. I know you're in the right place already and I'm relieved that you are watching us from above. Thank you for not giving us any trouble and warnings. Thank you for giving me the best life, the best wife, and the best children" Lauren looked at her wife and peck her lips

"This is life and you gave it to me."

"My love," Lauren said to her wife while Jihye hummed " I love you so much"

"I love you so much too, Lauren. Forever and Always. So? Cheers to many more?" Jihye asked while Lauren laugh

"Cheers to many more!" Jihye laughs at her wife and hugs her from behind looking at the sky from the window. This is life.

There's trouble, warnings, and danger.

But in the end.. once you survive it will have a perfect exchange.