I want to sincerely apologize to you readers for the long wait! I don't know what happened lol. We just haven't found the time to update, but I recently reread this story and I just started writing a chapter. I wouldn't be surprised if this story has no more readers lol, but if you are out there, this update is for you.
Also, I am going to release the stories I have in my drafts (about four different stories that I haven't completed. They all have a few chapters written to it). So if anyone's interested in that, be on the lookout. Seriously, I feel like I'm talking to myself here lol.
-deviatedrift
It's sunny the following Saturday morning and Alex is going to take Dylan and Norma to the bounce house extravaganza event in Portland. He has been staying over at Norma's house ever since she seemingly disappeared last weekend.
He knows she is a great mother, but she can be very impulsive. When faced with a problem, there's a strong chance she would run away rather than face it. It's easier for her, hence why she left him five years ago instead of telling him what had happened to her. He figures if he is here with her now, she'll feel more protected and won't feel the need to run off anymore.
Alex wakes before Norma and decides to check up on Dylan who is still in his bed sleeping quietly with his favorite blue pillow. Alex gently closes the door and goes into Norma's kitchen where he starts to whip up a pot of oatmeal, eggs, and toast, one of the few things he knows how to cook. 15 minutes later, he hears water running from somewhere in the house and figures it's Norma getting ready for the day. Alex turns off the stove once he's done cooking breakfast and waits for Norma and little Dylan to join him.
Dylan enters first with his dinosaur pajamas on followed by Norma who is dressed up in a white and yellow sundress. He smiles at them.
"Good morning," Alex greets.
"Good morning!" Dylan grins at him before taking a seat at the table. "Did you cook for us?"
"Yeah I did Dylan. Here, let me get you a plate."
Norma watches Alex dig through her cupboard where she keeps the dishes at and make all three of them a plate. She joins Dylan at the table who's playing with a mini toy monster truck while he waits for his food to be placed in front of him.
"Alright, here we are," Alex says as he sets down the plate of breakfast in front of Norma and Dylan.
"Thank you so much Alex," Norma finally speaks.
He smiles and nods at her before sitting down to join them. They eat while Dylan asks a million questions about what they're going to do today.
"Dylan you remember that bounce house extravaganza I told you about?" Alex questions.
"Yes! Can we do that!? Please mommy," he turns to Norma with his bright blue eyes, excitement filled in. He then turns to Alex with the happiest smile on his face.
"Okay honey. You deserve to have some fun this weekend."
"Yay!" Dylan jumps out his seat and does a little victory dance, causing Norma and Alex to giggle at his cuteness. Alex then focuses on Norma, glad to see her smiling again.
They find a parking spot after five minutes of driving around the crowded event. When the three of them exit the vehicle, Norma puts sunscreen on Dylan while he throws a small fit about it.
"Mommy I don't like wearing this," he pouts.
"It's for your own good mister."
Dylan huffs and drops his shoulder as Norma continues to rub the sunscreen all over him. The sun isn't blazing hot today, but she always said "better safe than sorry."
Alex smiles at the two of them and leads them to the front gate of the bounce house extravaganza. He pays for their entrance fee and they see all kinds of bounce houses that include different designs along with three different waterslides that dumps out into the lake.
"Oh! Mommy look at that one! I want to get on that one!" Dylan yells, pointing towards the waterslide that dumps out into the large lake.
"Dylan I don't think you can honey," Norma says.
"Why not!?" Dylan frowns and folds his arms across his chest, looking as if he is about to throw a tantrum. Norma tilts her head at her son, ready to shut down whatever tantrum he is about to throw.
"Because you are still too small and that lake is too large for you to swim in Dylan," she says firmly.
"But I know how to swim!"
"I know you do Dylan, but I said no. You can get on any of the bounce hou-"
"No! I want to get on the waterslide!"
Alex sees the telltale signs of Norma beginning to fume. She shifts her stance and places her hands on her hip, breathing harder. He decides to intervene, even though he doesn't really know how to calm down a five year old's temper tantrum.
He bends down to Dylan's height and looks into his darker now upset blue eyes. "Hey buddy, you have to listen to your mom. You know she let you come here to have fun, so you must be nice to her and obey what she says. The bounce houses are way more fun and besides, all the kids your age will be in them. Don't you want to make new friends?"
Dylan looks at his mother and then down at his feet, feeling a little ashamed and embarrassed.
"Yes," he replies timidly.
"Good. It's okay Dylan. Maybe when you're a little bigger you can get on water slides like that okay?"
"Okay," Dylan leans forward and wraps his small arms around Alex's neck. Alex is taken back at first, but relishes in the affection Norma's son is giving him. He looks up at Norma who is smiling with tear filled eyes.
Dylan releases Alex and smiles widely at him. "What can I get on first?"
"Hmm…" Alex starts as he looks around the event area. "Let's go to that one," he points to the bounce house that is shaped as a castle.
Dylan jumps with joy and hurries his mother and Alex. He walks ahead of them but makes sure to stay close as Norma has taught him.
Norma intertwines her fingers with Alex and squeezes his hand. Alex glances over at her, seeing the smile she's wearing which causes him to express one of his own.
"Thank you for that Alex. I hate to tell him no, but he needs to learn. You did great with him."
"Yeah it's no problem. He's a really good kid, learns quickly. You are doing an amazing job with him Norma."
She sighs and nods her head. How did she get so lucky to have Alex back in her life?
"I love you."
It's Alex's turn to squeeze her hand. "I love you too."
"Come on! You're walking too slow!" Dylan voice says, causing Alex and Norma to chuckle. They arrive at the castle shaped bounce house and Dylan rushes in after Norma tells him to be careful. She watches as he finds a group of kids to play with, happy that he is easily able to interact with them. Today is a good day.
After much needed fun at the bounce house event, Norma, Alex, and Dylan wind down for the night. Dylan is already in his bed fast asleep after the three of them came from the diner Norma works at for a quick bite to eat.
Norma walks into the bedroom where Alex is waiting for her in her bed. She grins as she glides toward the side of the bed he is laying on, ecstatic that they share bed again. She hasn't said anything about it yet, but she wants Alex to move in with her and Dylan. It's something she's been thinking about for a while, but she feared that he may not want that, that he was somehow not completely willing to taking in her and Dylan. As ridiculous as that thought was, it still remained in her head.
Alex beams at the sight of Norma. She pulls the sheets from him and wraps her arms around his neck as she settles in his lap. She kisses him and pulls back to stare into his eyes as her hand strokes the side of his cheek.
"Thanks for taking Dylan and I out today. He had so much fun. He's in there sleeping like a little baby from being so tired," she giggles. Alex chuckles lowly and nods. He's always glad to do anything that'll make them Dylan and Norma happy.
"I'm glad he liked it."
Norma exhales as her mind goes a million miles per second on how fortunate she is to be here with Alex right now. His presence is everything to her now. Five years was way too long to be away from her lover and she dares not waste another second without him by her side.
Her lips find his in an eager kiss. His hands wander. Gasps and moans start occurring as they get caught up in one another. Ultimately, Alex is peeling Norma's night gown off and shows her how much he loves her in a more physical manner.
The weekend has passed quickly and it is Monday morning. Alex has already left for work that morning and Dylan has to go to school today, which he is enjoying very much. He's already told Norma about all the friends he made at lunchtime and recess. After waking him up, she fixes him a bowl of cheerios and gives him slices of bananas.
"Are you ready Dylan?" She asks once they are done with breakfast.
He nods and soon the two of them head out the front door and into Norma's car. Along the way, Norma glances back and forth between Dylan in her mirror and the busy road in front of them.
When they pull up at the school, Dylan waits for Norma to let him out. He hops out quickly as soon as she opens the door. Norma bends down to check him over and to straighten the collar of his shirt. She told herself she wouldn't cry, but she can't help it. Dylan is growing right before her and it seems like tomorrow he will be a teenager.
"I love you sweetie," she tells him softly. Dylan squints as he hears the tone in Norma's voice, noticing it sounds a little sad.
"Love you too mom. Don't cry. I will see you later!"
Norma laughs and shakes her head. "I know you will honey. It's… You're just such a big boy now. Mrs. Carter is going to pick you up when you get out because I will be at work, but I will take you home from her house just in time for dinner. Okay?"
"Yes. Okay. Can I go now?" Dylan pleads.
Norma hugs him tightly and watches as he lines up behind the other kindergartners. She gets back into her car and heads to work.
"Good morning Norma," Mae greets.
"Morning," she smiles at her boss and puts on her apron to get ready to start her shift. It's pretty slow that morning, as everyone is already at work around that time, so she keeps herself busy by helping the busboy clean some of the tables. She also stocks up the condiments on each table and makes sure they have enough napkins as well.
Working in the diner can be draining sometimes, but she likes the environment. Her coworkers work together well and they're nice to her. Plus, it's her favorite place to have lunch with Alex at. She hopes he will pop up here today.
Over at the station, it's like a tornado has swarm through. Alex had two deputies call out, most likely due to a hangover. His receptionist is a crying mess, as she is going through a breakup with her boyfriend, so she's been yelling and being short to anyone who comes in for help. Alex was behind on all of his paperwork and every single second, someone was asking for something from him.
"Hey Sheriff, can you sign my request for next weekend off? I want to take Jamie and the girls to see my mom. She's not doing too well you know…"
"Sheriff, they need someone down at the boat docks. There's been as assault."
"Romero, have you called back Mr. Salinas yet? He keeps calling the station about us taking care of the kids that keep knocking over his trash cans as a prank. I tried to handle it but he doesn't wanna' listen to me. That old bastard…"
Alex ran his hands through his hair in frustration. Being Sheriff of this town has been one of the most stressful things he's ever had to deal with. He wishes he could just get away from this crazy ass place. Trying to calm down his impending rage, he thinks about Norma and decides to dial her, but stops as he realizes she is at work right now and won't be able to answer. That's when he grabs the keys to his truck.
He sees her blonde hair immediately, causing his whole body to relax at just the sight of her head. He find an empty booth to sit in and watches her as she works. She smiles and greets the customers in her cute, polite voice she often uses.
"Hey sugar, what can I get for you?" Mae says as she approaches his table.
"Oh, uh… black coffee is fine."
"Alright. Anything else I can get you Sheriff?" she says as she writes on her notepad.
"Yes. Can you get that waitress to come see me whenever she has a chance," Alex points to Norma who has her back turns to them. Mae follows his gaze and smirks as she sees Norma. She had an inkling that they were probably a couple, but her suspicions has been confirmed.
"Yeah no problem hun."
Mae walks to where Norma is and Alex can see them talking until Mae points back to Alex. Norma turns her head and smiles as she sees him sitting there. Alex has a grin on his face as he watches Norma approach his table.
"To what do I owe the pleasure of this visit Sheriff?" Norma flirted.
He chuckled lightly, enjoying their banter. It was much better than him being angry and short with her when she had first came back to White Pine Bay.
"I guess I missed you," Alex told her. Norma blushed and bit her lip to hide the wide smile on her face. He always made her feel like she was a teenage girl.
"How are you?" He continued.
"I'm great now. I actually don't take my break until another 15 minutes," she looks at the watch on her wrist and back at him.
Alex shakes his head. "No worries. I just had to get away from that station."
"Something's going on?" Norma asks,intrigued.
"Not really. Just a mess there…" He replies. She looks at him for a moment, seeing the stress lines all over his face.
"Hmm, let me just switch my table with one of my coworkers and then I'll come back."
"Take your time," Alex grants. Norma leaves and he sips slowly on his warm coffee. It doesn't take her long to come back to where Alex is sitting at. She brought out some fresh donuts and sits at the table with him.
"So, do you want to talk about it?" She stares at him with those beautiful blue eyes he fell in love with many years ago.
"Nothing to really talk about. Just... one of the cons of being a town Sheriff is that everything falls on you. It's just a lot of stress you know?"
Norma nods. "Yeah. I get it." She reaches out and strokes his cheek with her soft hands, which makes Alex relax almost fully. She smiles at him, and he does the same. It feels as if they are in their own world and not in a diner that is filling up with hungry patrons.
"I wish I could help you out with that," Norma says.
"Being here with you is helping me out more than you know."
"Oh Alex, you're such a sap," she chuckles.
"No I'm not," he rolls his eyes in a playful manner.
"I love that about you. I always have."
Alex grabs her hand and kisses it, a tender and loving display of affection that doesn't go unnoticed by some people in the diner.
"I think we have a bit of an audience," Norma giggles and Alex looks around. He knows many of the faces in the diner, and he can tell they are whispering and gossiping about him and his PDA with Norma, but that is the least of his worries.
"Screw them," he mutters, and Norma laughs out loud.
They talk more until Norma's coworker asks her if she could come back to the floor, since Norma did go 10 minutes over her break.
"Okay Alex. I'll see you at the house for dinner?" She asks cheerfully.
"Yeah. Of course," he stands and leans down to plant a chaste kiss to her cheek. Norma could feel her face grow warm and red. She had the goofiest smile on her face as she walks into the back kitchen of the diner to put her apron back on. Nothing could ruin her days anymore.