100 Years
Destiny and James were at the park with Drew and Kya having a water gun fight. It was Destiny and Kya against James and Drew. Destiny and James both had to grow up fast for their own reasons but they try to stay in touch with their inner child. They both realized that sometimes you have to stop and smell the roses. Kids tended to have fun with them because they knew how to be serious when they needed but they also knew how to loosen up.
Meanwhile, Char was working in the living room, well she was trying to. She found out for sure that she definitely is pregnant. She's actually almost three months pregnant. She's happy but still a little nervous about it. Shaun was happy too. He was trying to calm Char's nerves about it. He stepped out for a while. He had to handle some business regarding his new bodyguard company. Since Kya, who was surprisingly extremely excited about being a big sister was hanging out with Destiny and James, she was home alone when the doorbell rung. She went to answer.
"Looks like someone finally got their get out of jail free card." Char said to Greg.
"Hello Charlene." Greg said.
"What are you doing here, Greg?"
"I just wanted to visit with my brother. Since I'm out, I thought it'd be a good time to reconcile our differences. I haven't heard from him since that time you both visited me. That was last summer."
"He's not here."
"Can I come in and wait for him?"
"I don't know. The last time we were alone together resulted in you lying about us having sex and having a child together."
"I'm sorry. I was trying to cover up why you were gone, you know that."
"... Come on."
She let him in and they sat on opposite ends of the couch in silent. Char tried to get back to her work but still couldn't focus. She did take a moment to realize how great of a job Dani was doing as her assistant. She couldn't wait until she came back from her honeymoon.
"... How were you all these years? You seem like you were well." Greg asked.
Char smiled and shook her head. "I guess you didn't hear about me getting shot last year."
"I did but-"
"I was shot by my ex-husband. I married him to get back in the states because every other option I tried didn't quite work, thanks to you. Unfortunately, the man was crazy as hell. I seem like I was well? Guess that depends on how you look at it. I was healthy, usually. I managed to finish school and become a lawyer. I've helped a lot of people over the years as a lawyer and in general. I managed to make a good living eventually. There were good moments but honestly, Gregory, I've been through hell. The next time you want to drop someone off somewhere with a new identity, you might want to do your research first."
"It was a beautiful island."
"Looks can be deceiving Greg! Duh! Just because it looked beautiful, doesn't mean it was beautiful."
"What happened?"
"I guess no one told you, I don't like to talk about it. I thank you for saving me from K.I.C. but it took me a long time not to hate you for the other hell that I've been through."
"I'm so sor-" Greg started before Char cut him off. He was feeling a genuine tremendous amount of guilt now.
"Save it. Let's just be happy I've learned how to live with my past and not let it effect my future or the people around me."
Shaun walked in.
"Greg. You're out."
"Yeah... Congratulations to you both on getting married. I'm glad you found your way back to each other... Shaun, I want us to start over."
"Can I trust you?" Shaun asked.
"Yes. I promise, I'll never lie to you again. I want to make up for what I've done the best way I can. I know that's not totally possible but I can try."
"I guess... Char, what do you say?" Shaun asked. She just nodded. "Fine."
"Mom, told me you started a bodyguard business. I'm so proud of you."
"Thanks..."
"Can I be of any service to you?"
"You need a job, don't you? You lost your medical license."
"I do but-"
"Oh how the tables have turned. The successful older brother needs help from his 'loser' little brother."
"I never said that."
"Yeah whatever. I'll find a job for you."
"Thanks."
-v-
Since Dani loves Tahiti, that's where she and Ty went on their honeymoon. Dani got dressed early then got on top of him and woke him up.
"Come on husband, wake up!" Dani exclaimed.
"You're never this hyper in the morning." Ty said.
"I'm usually not in Tahiti. You said I could teach you how to surf today!"
"I did, didn't I? Ok, I'm getting up." Ty said with his eyes still closed so Dani began kissing on his neck and hitting his spot. "Ok, ok, I'm up. I'm up."
A little while later, they went out to the beach and Dani began teaching Ty how to surf.
"Isn't it fun? It feels good." Dani asked after a few rounds. They were just relaxing in the water.
"Yeah it is. No wonder you love it here. It must've been nice growing up on an island."
"It was. I've really missed it but my mom was never happy here and now that I'm happy with my life I can really see why. There's nothing like being with the one you love and being surrounded by family. We just didn't have that here... You know, I've always wondered what it'd be like to make love on the beach, in the ocean and there's no one around for miles."
Ty kissed her and untied her bikini.
-v-
Evangeline was in her living room playing with Angel. She was still sad about her break up with Victor but Angel was a good distraction from her pain. There was a knock at the door. She answered carrying Angel. It was her good ol' friend Nora. She invited her in and had a seat.
"Angel, say hi to Auntie Nora." Evangeline said.
"She's so adorable. Is Victor here?" Nora asked.
"No. We broke up."
"Why?"
"He got his memories back. I told him to go back to Téa."
"Did he?"
"I don't know but he should have. They were married."
"So you're just giving up? You love him too."
"I know but every since we've gotten together I've felt like it's been a ticking time bomb. That doesn't mean it wasn't good because it probably was the best relationship I've ever had. That might sound a bit sad since we spent most of the time in our own little bubble. I need to love him enough to let him go. He's confused right now. I just made it easier for him."
-v-
Victor stayed at Vicki's. He was a confused mess. Van, Téa. Téa, Van. He just couldn't choose. He spoke to Vicki about his confusion.
"If you love them both, maybe the fair thing to do is to not be with either of them until you can choose. I can see why it's not an easy decision. They're both great women but though your brain and your heart are split in twos, you can't split yourself in two so you're going to have to make a decision one way or another."
This was so hard.
-v-
After a fun day at the park, Destiny wanted to make a stop to see Matthew before they headed back to Shaun and Char's. James, Kya and Drew waited for her in the car while she went to talk to him.
"I can't stay long but I wanted to check on you. I know you were stressed out before and I know it can't be easy now being the only parent in Grey's life."
"You're right. It's not but half of what was stressing me out before was Becca. I'm still stressed but not as much. I never wished her dead though. Now my son has to grow up without a mother."
"You're not alone. You have your family, Jeffery, even Dani and you have me. Grey is going to be fine."
"You know, when Drew was a newborn, we did most of it together. I'm all on my own with this one. I don't know how you did it at times when I wasn't around."
"The good news is, they sleep a lot at this stage so sleep when he sleeps. It'll get easier."
"I'm sorry."
"Why are you apologizing?" Destiny was confused.
"Once again, I didn't realize how much I take you for granted. I'm trying to get better with that."
"You are... Drew, Kya and James are waiting for me so I have to go but don't do that thing you do where you keep all your feelings bottled up then you get all mean. If it becomes too much, talk to someone. Like I said, you have your family, Jeffery, Dani and me. Use us. That's what friends and family are for."
"I will take your advice."
"Good. See ya." Destiny hugged him then went back to the car.
"How is he doing?" James asked.
"He's making it. He'll be alright." Destiny said as James pulled off. They went to Shaun and Char's house. Destiny was surprised to see Greg. Greg embraced Destiny into a hug and they introduced Greg to Drew and Kya.
Destiny, James and Drew hung out there for a while. Kya cuddled up to her big sister and went through the pictures on her phone. They had gotten so close.
"Look, it's Sam!" Kya exclaimed. She always got excited when she saw Sam. Char and Téa spent a lot of time together so it kind of made sense that Kya had a big crush on him even though he was a couple years older than her. She also had a crush on Bobby but that's another story. It was cute though. It was kind of amazing that this was the same little girl that came to them last summer. She came out of her shell so much.
-v-
Matthew fell asleep with Grey on his chest in the living room. Nora walked in and really felt for her son. She was proud of him though, he's really stepped up and has been acting like the man she knew he could be.
She went over and took Grey into her arms then gently woke Matthew.
"Sweetie, why don't you go to your room and rest. I'll take care of Grey for you." Nora said.
"Mom, you don't have to do that." Matthew said in a groggy voice.
"It's alright. I insist. You're exhausted. You need to rest. You're working full time and you're a full time father. We all need breaks."
"He won't have a mother. He's five weeks old. He won't even remember her. It's not fair to him. I don't know what I'd do without you."
"It's sad Grey has to grow up without his mother and no one can take that place but he'll have plenty of women around. He'll be alright, Matthew."
"How am I going to do this on my own?"
"That's the thing, you're not on your own."
"It's funny. Two years ago, I was complaining about not having a life and now... I realize I complain about my life a lot when I came this close to dying. I should be more grateful. I know you all tell me that all the time but I just had all these plans for what I wanted and nothing happened the way I hoped which is my own fault because I don't always make the best decisions but they just happened the way they were apparently supposed to. I need to make the best of that. No one is going to have to tell me that again." Matthew yawned. "I can barely keep my eyes open. I'm going to lie down. Thanks mom."
"It's not a problem. I need some quality time with my grandson anyway."
Matthew kissed Grey on the head and Nora on the cheek then went to his room.
-v-
Destiny and James were back at their apartment. She was sitting on his lap with her feet up on the couch. While Drew was watching an episode of Caillou, they were on the IPad on Google map. Destiny had her eyes closed and randomly pointed to a spot on the map.
"India." James read the spot on the map.
"India, that could be interesting to visit." Destiny said. This was their way of choosing places to travel together in the future. "Ok. It's your turn."
James closed his eyes and randomly chose a spot.
"Barcelona." Destiny said. "That does sound exciting. There's so much we want to do together and we're going to do them all."
"Nothing is going to get in our way."
Drew then went over to cuddle up with them and they smothered him with kisses. Drew giggled with a big smile on his face.
-v-
Though, Dani and Ty's honeymoon was lots of fun, it was time to get back to their lives. Dani went to to see Téa.
"We had a ball in Tahiti. It was nice to go back there." Dani said.
"I'm glad you enjoyed yourselves." Téa said.
"Did you and dad make any progress while I was gone?"
"No. I really don't think he knows what or who he wants. I don't know what's going to happen. Are you still enjoying working for Char?"
"Yes. She's tougher to work for than you were but it's so much better than being a waitress."
"I was just afraid to give you more work because I thought you might mess it up. Destiny has a lot more responsibility working for me than you did."
"I get that. I've been doing a great job for Char. It's a good thing too. She wouldn't give me so many chances. You know, she's sweet but she's no joke. She can be tough as nails. I would love to see you both in court against each other. You're both beasts in court."
"Interesting."
"Char and I have gotten close though. She reminds me of Destiny in a lot of ways."
"I love those two."
"Me too. You know who else I love?"
"Who?"
"My mommy." Dani hugged Téa like a big baby.
-v-
Evangeline took Angel for a walk in her stroller then she ran into Greg in Angel Square.
"Ms. Williamson." Greg said.
"You can call me Vang. You're out of prison."
"Yes. It feels good. Is this your daughter?"
"Yeah. Her name's Angel."
"She's adorable. I just want to thank you for keeping my secrets."
"That was my job as your lawyer."
"I'm sorry I got you in the middle of all that K.I.C. stuff. I didn't know what else to do."
"It's fine. It all worked out. I saved Victor, who's Angel's father by the way and all the craziness is over."
"So you and Victor?"
"We broke up but it was wonderful while it lasted."
"Did he go back to Téa... I'm sorry I shouldn't have asked that."
"It's alright. He didn't yet but I'm sure he will. Anyway, it was nice seeing you." Evangeline walked away with Angel then headed Buena's Dias and ran into Victor.
"How are you?" Evangeline asked.
"Alright. You?"
"Same."
"How's daddy's little girl?" Victor asked Angel. She smiled at the sight of her daddy. "I'm still staying at Vicki's." Victor informed. "Listen, I've made a decision."
"Really?"
"Yes. I've decided not to decide. I'm just going to be single and focus on the kids and myself. I'm conflicted. It feels like two different lives but they both mean just as much to me. I don't want to hurt you or Téa. It's not fair to be with either of you, feeling the way I feel. I just need you to know that I love you."
"I know, I love you too Victor."
There it was. He couldn't decide so he didn't. That didn't really leave either Evangeline or Téa content or satisfied but what could they do? It was the truth.
-v-
Six months later, Char gave birth to a handsome and healthy baby boy, Shaun Jr. Finally, Char got through an entire pregnancy peacefully and no one took him away from her. The Evans' was a happy clan at this point and they all came so far.
POLLS:
1. Who would you like to see Evangeline end up with?
2. Based on this story, who would you like to see Destiny end up with? Speak now or forever hold your peace lol.
James
Or
Matthew
There's also an actual poll on my profile.