** Sorry this chapter has taken so long to Publish... Life happens and I wasn't able to put the time into writing it. But here is a extra juicy, extra long chapter for everyone! I hope you all enjoy it! Happy reading everyone!

Chapter 10

Sunday... Fun day!

Tris P.O.V

Please don't even ask me how in the world I managed to get any sleep last night. I feel like yesterday was over loaded with so many bomb drops between Ethan calling Tobias Daddy, to Tobias asking me out for a date, along with the heart to heart talk that took place, I feel as though my mind is on information overload. All night long I tossed and turned, my thoughts kept running wild with all sorts of "What if's." I finally fell asleep from the mental exhaustion two hours before the alarm clock went off. Yay me!

Tobias said last night that we had to be on the bus by ten this morning. Amar is taking the retreat to one of the National parks, "Shingle Creek." Although I have never been in the park myself, I often did pass it as a kid. It's known more for it's paddling and fishing around the lake. I wonder are we going fishing? Grrr I hate fish, at least I hate catching it. If it's caught and cooked, I'll eat it. But again not a fan.

I decide to finally raise to the day ahead of me. Keeping in mind this is Orlando, and it is spring break. Not to mention there is a lake. I decide to go with my black bikini, green shorts, and black tank top. Might as well be ready for anything. I than pack a back bag for Ethan and I. Not going too board just the basics, of course. Just Ethan's emergency inhaler, epipen, emergency cream, along with sunblock, and a few comfort toys for Ethan, just in case. I than decide to wake Ethan up and get him going as well. He goes straight to the potty and than gets dressed. My only bargaining tool this morning, is telling him the faster you get ready the more time you will have to watch a dinosaur movie. Of his choice. It worked, he finally put on his cloths and sat in front of the living room TV with his bowl of dried up fruit loops. Ugh what I would give for Ethan to eat eggs, bacon, or for the love of all that is holy... some damn fruit!

"Good morning buddy. Did you sleep good?" The voice took me by surprise, I didn't know Tobias has emerged from his bedroom. I instantly feel my cheeks getting red.

I look up from my task to find Tobias crouching down next to Ethan. I notice for the first time since Ethan meet Tobias, he doesn't roar at him. Instead he tilts his head to the side and says "Morning Daddy." I never thought those two words could make my heart break into a millions of pieces, but somehow it does. I see Tobias expression and it takes my breath away. It is a wide proud smile as his response to his new possible title given by my son.

"Hey did Mommy tell you, we are going on a adventure today?" Tobias ask Ethan.

Ethan nods his head and says "Going to a park." His smile showing his excitement.

"That's right buddy, we are going to a park. Where we can play all day. How does that sound?" Tobias continues the conversation. Ethan nods his head in excitement along with a smile. "Well than you eat up ok? You going to need your energy today." Tobias than stands up and makes his way towards me in the kitchen.

"Morning, Love." He says leaning in kissing my forehead. I swear my stomach is performing flip flops on me.

"Morning, Honey." I say teasingly. "I've made eggs and bacon. There is also water melon in the fridge and coffee." I point out.

"Wow. Thank you. You didn't have to." He says while smiling at me with appreciation, Than suddenly I feel his hand on my lower back rubbing in a circular form. Oh. My. God. The zinging sensations that are shooting through me is driving me crazy and it's just a hand.

"Don't be. We gotta eat." I point out. "We are going to need our energy today." I say using his words right back at him. I portion out both our plates with two bacon per plate and a good helping of eggs. I place a big bowl of already per-cut watermelon between both our plates. In return Tobias pours us both cups of coffee. Which I am so thankful for.

"Would it be ok, if after breakfast I talk to Ethan?" Tobias ask taking another bite of his eggs.

"Of course... about what?" I ask.

"About the whole Daddy thing." Tobias says. I can feel my heart droping the intant his words register, is he backing out... does he no longer wish for Ethan to call him Daddy?

"Wait, Tris. I'm sorry." Tobias says placing his fork down and reaching for my hand to hold. He sighs before he continues. "I know what that must have sounded like just now. I'm not... trying to say I don't want to be called Daddy. But I also don't want him to be confused. I want him to understand that although he isn't my biological son, I do and will always care for him. That I am proud to be called that. But I didn't want to speak with him, without discussing with you first."

I'm at a awe, not only is this man (who by the way is drop dead gorgeous) wanting to try being with me, but he is so beyond concern and caring for my little boy. How in the world did this happen? When did it?

"I think... I think that's a good idea." I say finally breaking his gaze and taking another bite of my eggs.

"Thank you." He whispers.

After breakfast Tobias refuses to have me clean up. He points out since I did the cooking, it's only fair that he did the clean up. "By the way, I'll make breakfast tomorrow. I wouldn't want you thinking I can't cook a meal for you." He says teasing.

I take note that we still have twenty minutes before we have to leave. Giving us enough time to speak with Ethan. Tobias finishes his task in the kitchen and takes his spot next to Ethan on the floor. I notice that Tobias' expression is more like determination. Which is something I never thought I would see before.

"Hey Buddy. Do you think Mommy and I can talk to you for a minute?" Tobias says trying to get Ethan's attention. Since Tobias included me into this, I decide to move closer to both boys and take a seat right behind them on the couch.

"Ok, Daddy." Ethan says, trying to look up at Tobias. You can tell he can't quit make eye contact yet, seeing that his Adderall takes a full half hour to kick in. But you can see he is trying to show his efforts for Tobias.

"Ethan, I love that you want to call me Daddy. Thank you. It means so much to me." Tobias' smile widens at his confession to Ethan. Ethan smiles right back at Tobias.

"Do I still get to call you Daddy. I don't have one. Mommy says not every family has to have a Daddy... But I want you to be my Daddy. You nice to me and Mommy." My heart breaks even more at the sound of my son's words. His need for a father figure, to complete what he thinks a family should and could be.

"Ethan, I know I'm not your Daddy. I didn't help Mommy put you in her tummy. But I want nothing more than to be your Daddy from now on. I care about you and your Mommy very very much, like if I was your real Daddy. So yes, if you want to and only if you want me to be your Daddy... than you can call me Daddy." Four says, I swear that smile widens even further. I can feel my heart swell for both of them. Is this really happening?

"Ok, Daddy." Ethan says getting up on his knees, and giving Tobias a quick bear hug.

"Alright you too, we better be going. Wouldn't want to miss the bus would we?" I say big smile on my face. I stand grabbing our bag for the day. Honestly right now, I would love nothing more than to kiss this handsome man that just poured his heart out to both my son and I.

Ethan quickly reaches for my hand and smiles at me. "Ready." He says.

Tobias surprise me once again when he comes up to the both of us, placing one hand on Ethan's shoulder and his other hand on my lower back. I have never seen Tobias smile so wide and the sight of this kind of smile is enough to make my panties wet and trust me that hasn't happened in a long, long, long time. Than he leans in and kisses my forehead. Seriously? Starting to wonder if he knows where my lips are! Than we head out the door to start our day of adventure.

Ethan takes the seat closes to the window on the bus. He is beyond exited about the height of the Charter bus, and how different it appears to rest of the world. He sits on his knees, looking at everything that he sees through the wide window. He tilts his head looking at the ant size cars as they pass us by. Tobias takes the seat behind us, right next to Amar.

"She is an incredible woman, that wife of yours." Amar comment. "She copes very well with a child that has Autism. I have niece that is autistic, not always so easy."

"Yes. She is, incredible isn't even enough of a word for her."Tobias says, I can hear the smile on his face.

"You can see the love you both share for each other." Amar comments.

"Really?" Tobias asks. Love? What?

"Oh yes, the look... like she is the only one you can see. The only one your heart wants you to see forever. That kind of love is very rare. You must hold on to it with all your might." Amar continues. Can it be true? Could Tobias really only want me? No. Not possible. Look at him, look at me... No way.

"I suppose your right. I have never felt this way about another woman like I do for Tris." Tobias comments. What? That must have been for show? We haven't even kissed, yet! We haven't even gone out on a date, yet! Not that I wouldn't want to kiss him, his lips look like he would be a amazing kisser! Tris... FOCUS!

"Well, I am very happy for both of you. You are very blessed to have such a wonderful family. Ethan seems to be an amazing and happy child. Very curious about the things around him, you can tell by the way he tilts his head... He is studying something that has caught his attention." Amar says. So true. "Do you think, you would have more children?" What?

"Umm. I'm not sure." Damn right you are not sure, Tobias Eaton! I wonder if he knows I'm listening.

Words can't explain how grateful I was to get to the Park... As much has I enjoyed over hearing Tobias and Amar conversation about our family, it also couldn't have been any more awkward. More children? I admit thinking that in order to have children, we would have to be intimate. Possibly more than once. It's very intriguing. The last man I slept with was Eric, just a few days before he left us. I wasn't joking about that whole two minute sweat job thing.

Amar stands in front of the group as we all gather around him. "Alright can I have everyone's attention. The time is ten forty, we will be having a paddling race at the lake at eleven. Lunch will be catered at one, by Pizza hut." Oh thank goodness, something Ethan will eat. "There are hiking trails, children play grounds, and fishing, and paddling. I wish you all a happy and fun day! The buses will be here to take us back to the resort at four." He finishes with a smile.

"You up for a little wager, Four?" Zeke says wide grin, rubbing his hands together.

"What do you have in mind?" Tobias throws right back.

"You, me, race... Paddling." Zeke suggest. "Loser buys dinner, tonight."

"Your on." Tobias says taking on the challenge.

"Great. Now I get to watch Twiddle D and Twiddle Dumb act like fools on the lake." Shauna says leting out a sigh and looks at me. "What are you and Ethan going to do?" She asks me.

"Mmm I don't know." I look down at Ethan. "What about a walk on the trail and than we can go to the playground?" I ask Ethan. He smiles widely and nods.

"Babe, I'm hurt. You don't want to see your man win?" Zeke acts wounded.

"I would love to, but Four isn't my man." Shauna says giggling out her response.

"Oh. Oh. You see what you did, Four? You turned my woman against me. That's not right bro." Zeke says.

"It ain't my fault you suck, dude!" Tobias chuckles. Than he turns to me, leaning in to give my forehead yet another kiss. Seriously? Does he know what lips are? "I'll have my phone on me. Text or call if you need me? Don't get lost on the trail either of you." He says as our eyes make contact. Holy shit my bikini bottoms are wet! Should have brought a back up. I nod unable to find my words. He than leans down and ruffles Ethan's hair. "Hey buddy you and Mommy have fun ok? I'll see you soon. Remember to protect Mommy for me ok?" Tobias tells Ethan.

"Ok Daddy." Ethan tells Tobias with a smile. I swear my heart just swelled again. Damn I want to kiss this man, if only he knew where my lips are. Damn it!

"Sounds great, I'll join you and Ethan. If that's ok?" Shauna asks.

"Of course." I say.

"Do I at least get a kiss Goodbye?" Zeke asks with shock on his face.

"Maybe if you win!" She grins.

"So you and Four?" Shauna asks. I just smile not quit sure what to say to that. "Is there something going on?" She ask little more. We keep a decent pace walking through the trail. Ethan looking all over the place for any sign of wild life. So far we have seen a few birds, and a squeal.

"Well we are married. Did you forget?" I say.

"Tris, don't act dumb. Spit it out. I mean come on... The rest of the staff haven't even caught up to us yet. This is girl talk time. Spill. I see the way he looks at you. Plus Ethan called him Daddy." Shauna points out. Damn.

"He asked me out." I confess, instantly blushing.

"He what?" Shauna says totally in shock.

"He-" I start to repeat but she cuts me off.

"I know what you said! This is, this is big!" Shauna says still shocked.

"I know. I know. I work for him and it will get complicated, Shauna. But-" She cuts me off again. I really wish she would stop doing that.

"No. Tris, you don't understand. Four doesn't date! I have known him and Zeke since high school. Four never been in a relationship. He has flings with women, yes. But never real deep relationships." Ok, now I'm confused. "Wow, he must really be into you. I mean Zeke always had his suspicions but... we just thought it was that whole office, boss fantasy. Date? Wow! What did he say about Ethan calling him Daddy?" Shauna probed more. But now its my turn to be shocked. He never have been in a relationship?

"Tris. Hello?" Shauna asks for my attention.

"Umm he basically liked the idea. He talked to Ethan this morning. Explained to him that he isn't his daddy, but wants to be. If that's what Ethan wants." I finish confessing.

"Wow. I mean, Wow!" Ok she seriously needs to stop saying that. "When's the date?" Shauna ask.

"Tonight. Four suggested maybe asking you and Zeke to watch Ethan. After Ethan goes to sleep, he goes to bed around eight." I say almost begging for her to say yes to watching Ethan.

"Of course we will. I'm happy for you both. I haven't seen him smile this much in a really long time, Tris. Just by him asking you out and the way he looks at you... It's a big step for him. He cares a lot for you." Shauna says smiling. That's two people now commenting on how he looks at me. What in the world!

Hours pass by quickly. Ethan loved the trail, we saw a few fish in the lake that we passed, a deer, and a lot of different birds. Shauna and I talked the whole time. I learned about her family, her parents are still happily married, she has two siblings Lynn and Hector, Shauna is the oldest. She's a E.R nurse at the hospital back home. Shes worked as a nurse her whole adult life and she loves it. "I love being able to help people, its also never a dull moment." She told me.

She goes on about how she met or really came across Four and Zeke. Although Zeke and Four met early on in elementary school. Four and Zeke never met Shauna until the first day of freshmen year in high school. "We had so many classes together Algebra, biology, and physical fitness together. Oh and the same lunch period." Zeke was the first one to approach her, he did the introductions. Four always had social issues, allowing Zeke to take lead in group things. By the end of the first week of school Zeke asked her out, "Of course I said yes."

We head back to the picnic area for lunch around one. I had my hopes up for both Ethan and I to at least be able to see Tobias for lunch. But those hopes quickly dead when I received Tobias text telling Shauna and I that both our husbands were still waiting on a boat and they both refuse to leave the line. Zeke and Tobias both appearance having something to prove to one another on who is better than the other.

I was beyond thankful for the pizza, fruit, and water that was catered to us. Ethan ate every bite of his pizza. I had forgotten what so much walking, talking and playing can do to ones appetite. I swear if I didn't think I would embarrass myself in front of everyone, I would eat a whole box right now.

After lunch Shauna, Ethan and I decide to head to the park for the rest of the afternoon. It isn't a surprise when we get there, there is a water sprout right next to the park. I don't hesitate, its so hot. I take my shirt off, leaving my shorts on and doing the same to Ethan.

"What are you doing?" Shauna asked bewildered.

"I'm going to run into the water to cool off. What does it look like? Come on." I say, urging for her to join Ethan and I.

Ethan and I run hand in hand into the water sprout,water shooting at us from all angles buckets that once are filled they turn over dropping gallons on you, even water shooting even from the floor. Laughter, and happy shouts fill the air as other kids and parents are doing the same.

I look over and see Shauna laughing and out of breath. "Ethan buddy why don't you go play in the park? Mommy is going to check on Aunt Shuana ok?" I suggest to Ethan. Of course, you don't have to ask him twice. He takes off like a bat out of hell!

"Hey are you ok?" I ask Shauna.

"Yea. Just... Wow... that was fun! I'm going to need a nap after all this. I have no idea how you plan to go out tonight." Shauna says between panties.

"Well it's a no brainier really. I mean a guy like Four, who wants to give me the world... So to speak. Not to mention I haven't been out on a date in forever. I'm really looking forward to it." I tell her.

"Wait. What? You haven't dated?" Shauna confirms.

"No. Not since Ethan's dad left us." I say as we approach a bench and taking our seats.

"Wow. Does Four know?" Shauna asks.

"Um not sure. I have told him that I haven't really been in a relationship since Ethan's dad, but..." Before I could finish I cut myself off, as I see a woman that is suppose to be apart of our group come close to us. We need people to believe my marriage to Four is real.

"Hi. I'm Lauren. May I seat with you?" Lauren says. She looks familiar to me. She is pretty, long light brown hair, brown eyes, tan, and curves in all the right places. Nothing like me. Than I realize why she is so familiar, she was one of the women checking out Four as he was signing us in at breakfast yesterday. Great.

"Sure." I answer scotching over closer to Shauna to give Lauren more room to sit.

"I'm Tris. This is Shauna." I introduce us to Lauren and shake her hand.

"Do you guys work with Amar? I don't remember ever meeting either one of you?" Lauren ask.

"No our spouses own Dauntless Advertisements Agency, Amar invited us out for the week before committing to signing with them." Shauna informs Lauren.

"Oh right. Four and Zeke, right?" Lauren says suddenly very interested.

"Yea. I'm Zeke's wife, and Tris is married to Four." Shauna says. I swear I can see this tramp giving me the evil eye from the side of my vision.

"Lucky you. He looks like a lot of fun in bed." Lauren says. Excuse me!

Both me and Shauna are besides our selves at this comment. What kind of person comments like this about another woman's husband? Something silver catches my eye, and I notice the silver ring that sits on her hand. She is married?

"My husband, Eric, and I have a open understanding if you know what I mean." She says raising one eyebrow at me. "It keeps things interesting." She finishes.

"Well Four and I are very selfish in bed. He likes to know he is the only one that can make me scream for him." I say in a teasing tone. I hear a giggle escape Shauna and she tries so hard to cover it up.

"Hey, don't look at me. I know how to keep Zeke well satisfied in the sack." Shauna says.

"Do you have children? Is that why you are here, in the park?" I ask.

"That's my daughter over there... say isn't that your son?" Lauren ask.

I look up and sure enough I see Ethan playing with a little girl that looks just like her mother, Lauren.

"Her name is Kelly. She just turned seven. She is my everything." Lauren says with a wide smile. "What about your little guy?"

"Ethan, he is also seven." I answer her. I cant help it, something about this whole thing is rubbing me the wrong way.

"Aww same age." Shauna jumps in.

Meanwhile

Tobias P.O.V

Is it weird that I hated the thought of spending the day apart from Tris and Ethan? Apart of me wished they came with us, to watch the race. But I know that would have been hard on Ethan, seeing we have been waiting in line for more than two hours for two free paddling boats. But two hours is well worth it though, I'll wait all day just to put Zeke in his face. Ok so I'm little competitive!

I know that Zeke is beyond suspecting the relationship that is happening between Tris and I. I almost want to talk about it with him. Almost. There are people present though, people that need to buy what I use to think is a shame of a marriage.

"So how are things with Tris?" Zeke starts up wiggling his eyebrows.

"Things are great actually. Really great." I can't help but smile.

"Really?" He leans in forward to whisper, "Any panties action?" I swear I will sink his boat.

"Zeke." I let out a warning.

"Just guy talk." He lets his hands up like if he is surrendering.

"Actually would you and Shauna mind watching Ethan for us, once he is asleep? I would like to take my wife out on the town." I say but really secretly enjoying calling Tris my wife.

As luck would have it before Zeke could respond to anything that just came out of my mouth. Amar approaches us.

"Well what a coincidence this is..." Amar begins. But I notice that he isn't just talking to us but the two men that also stands before Zeke and I in line. He first shakes the man that in front of me than the other before turning towards Zeke and I. "Have you four met yet?" Amar ask.

"No we haven't had the pleasure." I respond.

"Well than shall I, meet my top sales associates..." He first points to a man as tall as I am. His shoulders are slightly wider than mine,he is pretty well built for his size, he has black hair, brown eyes, and seems to be to the most cockiest man I have ever met. The other male is much shorter, not as well built as the rest of us, dark brown hair and green eyes. "Eric Coulter." Amar waves his hand towards the tall man. "And Peter Haynes." He point towards the shorter one. "Gentlemen please meet Four Eaton." Amar waves to me. "And his partner Zeke Pedrad. They both are the owners of D.A.A." Amar announces.

"Oh yea that's right. Amar did mention signing with a company to handle our advertisements." Eric shakes both Zeke's and mine's hand. "It's a pleasure to meet you."

Peter on the other hand, isn't pleased to meet us. Although he does shake our hands we can tell he would rather swallow a live fish any day. "Four? Like the number?" He asks rudely. Did I mention I hate that question.

"Yes like the number. Is there a problem?" I can't hold back how irritated this man is making me. Something about him, even Eric, rubs me the wrong way.

"What did your parents name your other siblings one through three?" Seriously how is that question even thought as professional.

Before I can respond Zeke puts a hand on my shoulder, telling me to keep myself in check. No mater how much I would love to let loose on this idiot we cant afford me loosing my temper.

"Hey be cool dude, even if we are not at the office. You need to keep a lid on your mouth." Eric points at Peter.

"Sorry about my cousin... he has no filter." Eric grins at me. Not trusting what may come out of my mouth I smirk and nod my head.

The next hour we spend talking about designs, and making small talk. I hate small talk. But at least I am not having to pour my heart out to Zeke about Tris and I.

"My wife Lauren and my daughter Kelly are at the park. Man I'm pleased to get them out of my hair for awhile. What about you guys? Married? Children? Hey, we can all hit a strip club latter if you want." Eric continues. Damn it feels like this will never end.

"My wife Tris, and my son Ethan, are at the park along with his wife Shauna." I tell him. "And no thanks. We are both pleased with the women we have in our beds. Don't need to be spending our time looking else where." I finish, my jaw is clenched tightly and my hands in my pockets. I want nothing more than this conversation to be over. For once Zeke doesn't even jump in with his stupid comments which tells me he too doesn't like this guy.

"Hey nothing wrong in looking, as long as you don't touch." Eric points out.

"Or tastes." Peter adds.

Jeez seriously hate these guys are driving me nuts! Finally we reach the front of the line, and we watch both Peter and Eric take the two boats. Each boat sits on each side of the dock, a man sides on the dock with a horn ready to blow it. He calls out READY? ONE, TWO, THREE, blows the horn. Peter and Eric both take off.

Zeke and I both let out a heavy breath that I didn't even know that I was holding. We also have the same facial expression "what the fuck what that?" Finally Zeke lets out a loud laugh breaking the ice.

"What the hell is wrong with that guy?" Zeke says between chuckles.

"Dude did you notice the other one... Peter?" I let my own chuckle escape.

Finally its our turn, I take the boat to the my left while Zeke takes the right one. I sit down as best as I can given my height. I take the paddle and prepare myself for the take off. I glance over at Zeke who is holding two fingers up, the index and middle finger, holding them to his eyes and then point at me. I laugh and just stick up my middle finger boldly at him. I hear the man shouting at Zeke and I READY? ONE, TWO, THREE, blows the horn. I use he paddle to push off he dock and get rowing. I alternate paddling side to keep myself straight. I use all my upper body strength to paddle hard and as fast as I can. When I finally look back, I let out a laugh Zeke is left in the dust looking exhausted and we haven't even reached one mile of the lake yet. We have a total of two and half miles race.

I stop paddling letting my boat drift and yell back... "My grandmother rows faster than you!" I cant help it, I laugh harder than I have all day.

"Shut it, Four!" Zeke yells back panting and turning refer by the second.

When I get to the dock on the other side of the lake way before Zeke. I take residence on the grass and lean back on my forearms looking up at the clear blue sky. I know it may take sometime before Zeke even reaches this side of the lake. But I don't mind the beating sun feels incredible.

I cant help but be in the moment. I pull out my phone and multi text Tris and Shauna. I take note that it is already hitting close to three.

To - Tris & Shauna: I win! Dinner on Zeke!

From - Tris: That's awesome! Did you just finish now?

From - Shauna: About damn time. You missed lunch. I think Tris missed you.

To – Tris: Actually still waiting for Zeke to finish. Miss seeing those eyes today!

To – Shauna: Thanks

From – Tris: Really who would that be?

To Tris: Who else than my lovely and beatiful wife.

From Tris: I missed you too! See you soon!

To Tris: You can count on it!

From Shauna: What are you texting her... she is blushing!

Picturing Tris looking down at her phone, blushing red head to toe... I love watching her reactions to me. The way she blushes from head to toe is the cutest thing I have ever seen before. I can't wait for tonight to be alone with her on our date. To spend real time together and hope that this is the first of many dates ahead.

Alright so I thought over 5500 words was more than enough LMAO! But this day... or shall I say their date will be on the next Chapter :)