I honestly think the only reason I watch this show Baby Daddy is because of Danny and Riley. Diley all the way! I know this show isn't very popular, but you should watch it if you haven't. Danny is the cutest guy ever. Plus, I just found out that Chelsea Kane(Riley) and Derek Theler(Danny) are dating in real life! Adorable! Anyway, this is obviously a Danny/Riley fanfic so enjoy! :) By the way, this whole story is in Danny's P.O.V and takes place right after the episode "The Lying Game".
Disclaimer: I DO NOT own Baby Daddy or anything else in this story. If I did, the show would be all about Danny and Riley...wink wink.
Chapter One: The Break Up: The Aftermath
I was sitting on the couch next to my younger brother, Ben, in the apartment we shared. He was bouncing his baby daughter/my adorable niece, Emma, on his knee. She had just woken up and didn't seem to be too happy. I had just gotten back from putting an offer on a new apartment, and had just broken the news to Ben.
"Danny, you're really leaving?.." My brother asked. He looked heartbroken. Since I had moved in with him and Tucker, we've all gotten a lot closer. Even Tucker, who had originally didn't want me there, didn't want me to go. Tucker was now just as much as my brother as Ben was.
"Yeah..I put an offer down on a new apartment a couple blocks down. I'll still come over, stop by the bar and hang out with you guys. It's not like I'm moving to Canada!" I reassured him, trying to lighten the mood. His face brightened slightly, but was still very sad.
"But, why? I thought you loved living here with Tucker and me?" He questioned. I gulped. I couldn't tell Ben that the real reason I was moving was because I couldn't stand to see my brother dating the secret love of my life, Riley. So, I stuck with the best lie I could come up with at the top of my head.
"It's too small. Just with you, Tucker, Emma and me all living under the same roof is getting a little cramped for such a big guy like me. Now Emma's mom, Angela is crashing on our couch. Plus, with you and Riley dating,.." I replied, trying not to either burst into tears or vomit at what I had just said, "she'll be over all the time. It's a tiny apartment." He slumped down, placing Emma on her stomach on the blanket on the ground.
"Well, there's two less people here now. I'm kicking Angela out,...and Riley sort of, kind of...broke up with me..." He explained, rubbing his palms on his jeans. My eyes widened, both is surprise and joy. But mostly surprise. Riley broke up with Ben? RILEY BROKE UP WITH BEN?! It took everything I had not to smile and jump for joy.
"What?! What happened?" I asked. I then sat up straight, eyeing him suspiciously. "What did you do?" He jumped up from the couch and frantically pointed towards the door.
"I didn't do anything! It was all ANGELA! It was her, her, her!" He yelled, as if Angela was standing behind the door. I relaxed a little. I would have flipped if he would have hurt Riley. I stood up as well.
"Okay, okay, okay, I believe you. Just calm down and tell me what happened." I replied. He took a deep breath and sat back down slowly on the couch. He told me about Angela kissing him, Tucker setting up a trap for Angela, Riley coming over to the apartment after we had spied on them and about Riley leaving before he could stop her. I nodded, taking it all in.
"That's why 'm kicking out Angela. It's because of her that I'm not with Riley anymore. Tucker was right. The whole 'Angela kissing me' thing was too much, I should have kicked her out sooner." I shook my head.
"Ben, don't blame your break up on Angela. Yes, it's because of what you said to her that caused it, but you have to remember that YOU'RE the one that told HER that there was still a possibility between you two if Riley wasn't around. I agree that she shouldn't be staying here, but you can't dump the blame on her. You're the one that screwed up." I stated firmly. His eyebrows furrowed in disappointment, but I knew he knew I was right.
"I really screwed up, huh? I'm such an idiot!" He exclaimed. I nodded, not denying it. He was an idiot. Does he know how much that must have hurt Riley to hear him say that? Doesn't he see how special and amazing she is? She deserves better. So much better than my jerk brother.
"Yes, you are. What's the matter with you? Don't you see what you've done? You really hurt Riley, who has been your best friend for a really long time, and you might have even jeopardized your friendship. It's never going to be the same between all four of us now, thanks to your mistake!" I said angrily. He dropped his face into his hands.
"This is all my fault, I know. Should I go talk to her?" He asked somberly, raising his head back up to look at me. I shook my head, standing up as I made my way over to the door, stepping over Emma who was still laying on her blanket.
"No, I'll go. I'm pretty sure she won't want to talk to you right now." I said as I grabbed my leather jacket and keys. Ben nodded a little, as he picked up Emma from off the floor and stood up. I opened the door.
"Yeah I guess..But, Danny? If you can, will you try to get her back for me?" I asked, hope in his voice. With that, I walked out the door and slammed it behind me. I wasn't going to hide my anger anymore. If I get Riley back, it'll be for me, not Ben.
I nervously walked up to Riley's apartment door. Yeah, she's been my best friend since forever but I was still incredibly nervous and extremely comfortable around her at the same time. I took a deep breath before knocking on her door. I had practiced all I was going to say on the cab ride over.
"Who is it?" Came a frail, tear filled voice from the other side of the closed door. My heart shattered at the thought of Riley crying. Benjamin Wheeler, you're so in for it. I cleared my throat, rubbing the back of my neck.
"Danny." I called back. I heard footsteps and the sniffling for a few seconds before the door creaked open. There stood my beautiful Riley with puffy eyes and tears streaking down her face. She tried to smile a little at me, but couldn't bring herself to be cheerful. My heart ached.
"Hi.." She squeaked, her voice still shaky and weak. Instead of replying, I took a few steps forward and wrapped her up in a hug. She hugged back tightly. I felt tear drops dampening my shirt as I stroked her short, blond hair. After what felt like forever, we pulled apart.
"Ben told me..How are you doing?" I asked sincerely, sitting down on her tissue filled couch. She sat next to me, fighting back tears as she shrugged.
"Well, I'm feeling pretty stupid. I mean, who was I kidding? Me and Ben? Psh. Please, like that would have ever worked out. Stupid.." She answered, trying to play things off like it was no big deal. I knew her better than that.
"Riles, you're not stupid. Ben is. He lost an amazing, wonderful girl just because he can't think straight and settle down. Had it not been for Angela, I don't think Ben would have ever had a kid! He'd never settle down with anyone!" I explained, trying to make her feel better. It didn't work. Her head hung low as tears dropped onto her sweats.
"Oh, Riles, please don't cry. Please. He's an idiot, just please.." I cooed, pulling her into another hug. I felt her shake with silent sobs in my arms. I held her tighter, but not too tight. She cried into my chest as we sat there in silence. Oh Ben, you're such an idiot.
"Maybe a movie will help you feel better?" I offered, pulling away slightly to look down at her. She sniffled, catching my gaze as she nodded. I grabbed the remote and turned on the T.V. 'The Notebook' was on and I figured it was worth a shot.
I pulled her close to me as we watched the movie. She propped her legs up on the couch as she rested her head on my chest. I wrapped a protective arm around her, trying to comfort her as much as possible. It seemed to work, considering that she was starting to calm down and shed less and less tears by the minute.
We sat like that throughout the whole movie, enjoying each other's company. After it was over, I flipped off the T.V., but didn't move. After awhile, she sniffled and sat up, smiling a little at me.
"Thank you, Danny. For being her for me. You're always here to make me feel better." She said gratefully. I couldn't help but smile and blush a little.
"Anytime. Really, anytime you need me, I'll be there for you. Forever, I promise you that." I replied. She smiled, leaning forward and kissing my cheek softly. I cracked into another smile. She pulled away and we sat there in silence. Alright Wheeler, pull yourself together. It's now or never, she has to know. And I can't keep it in any longer.
"Riley, there's something that I really need to tell you. And I think I'm finally ready to. Please take it seriously, okay?" I said, breaking the silence. She nodded, a look of concern and curiosity on her face.
"Yeah, of course, Danny. What is it?" She asked innocently. I took a deep breath and closed my eyes for a second. All these years. Ever since she first climbed into my tree house. Ever since that trip to the reservoir over Spring Break during freshman year. All this time, and I was finally going to spill my guts.
"Riley, I-"
The end! For this chapter anyway. Cliffhanger! Will Danny finally get the chance to tell Riley he loves her? Or will his moment be ruined again? If he does, how will Riley react? Does she love him back? Is she ready for another relationship after what happened with Ben? Guess y'all will have to find out next chapter! :) Keep reading, enjoy and review please! It's pretty simple. Just press that little button that says review and type in some nice comments and thoughts. Muchly appreciated!
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