Roman went over to Diana's parents house. Knocking, her mom opened it and let him in.

"Hello Roman, we were just about to sit down to have dinner. We can set another plate if you want to stay", she said.

"Sounds good, thank you", Roman said.

Noah was playing video games. Roman kissed the top of his head.

"Did you finish your homework?", he asked.

Noah nodded. Diana came down and gestured with a tilt of her head to get him to follow her to the back. He stood and followed. They sat on the porch swing.

"How has Noah been?", he asked.

"Quiet. He did his homework and then asked to play video games. I let him, at least till dinner. He's just working through the news, you know.", she said.

Roman nodded. It was quiet for a few seconds. He couldn't take it anymore.

"So?", he asked.

She set her hand on his.

"I wanted to apologize for everything I said to you the other day. I didn't mean it, I was just trying to hurt you to get you to go. Its a great opportunity, the last thing I wanted was for you to regret not taking it", she said.

He nodded.

"I figured as much", he said.

"But, truth is, I don't want you to go. I know its selfish of me to ask you to stay. This is a big opportunity for you like I said, and I don't want to keep you from it", she said.

He met her eyes. There was something else she wanted to say, but she kept talking in circles.

"D", he said.

"Not just because of Noah, but because", she stopped.

"Because?", he asked.

"Because I would miss you way too much. I've fallen in love with you and I know it's a long shot", he cut her off with a kiss.

Pulling away.

"I'm not going anywhere baby", he said.

"But", he stopped her.

"Today, I got that job offer again, but I convinced them to let me work from home. I mean, I will have to take a few trips every now and then", he said.

She nodded.

"That's why the woman came here", she said.

He nodded.

"Works for the company. They sent her down here to see some of my work in person", he said.

She smiled before kissing him again.

Dean was getting ready to close up the bar, when the doors opened and Brie walked in.

"Hey, what are you doing back so soon?", he asked.

"I couldn't take it anymore. I love my family for being there, but I just need to get back to work and the kids miss their friends.", Brie said.

He lifted a beer and she nodded. Handing her one, he opened one for himself as well.

"The job is still yours, whenever you are ready to come back.", he said.

She smiled.

"Thank you", she said.

She brushed her hair back.

"Does Diana and her parents know you're back?", he asked.

She nodded.

"Yeah, I dropped off the kids with them. I'm not ready to go home", she said.

Dean nodded.

"If you ever need anything Brie. I'm here", he said.

She smiled and nodded.

"I know", she said.

He wiped down more tables. She took a towel and helped.

"So, what happened with Seth? Is he still here?", she asked.

Dean sighed.

"He told Noah he was his father.", Dean said.

Brie stood up.

"What?", she asked.

Dean nodded.

"Roman must be hurt", she said.

"Of course he is. Noah is his son and this idiot thinks that just because he's back that he can take Noah", Dean said.

"If it wasn't for Victor passing, Seth would have never come back and Noah would never know", she said.

Dean nodded.

"Victor would know what to do", Dean said softly.

"Yeah, but Roman and Diana have us. We just need to remind Noah what Roman has done for him and he didn't have too", Brie said.

Dean nodded.

"You think Seth would involve lawyers and try to take Noah?", Brie asked.

"Let's hope not", Dean said.

Brie nodded.

The next day, Roman woke up the happiest man alive. He officially had his girl. Once the house was done, he would be showing it to her. Right now, he was worried about his son. He knew he probably had a million different questions going through his head right now. He wished he could help Noah through this. Give him the answers to all his questions, but he couldn't. Only Seth could and that hurt.

"Earth to Roman", Bo said, waving his hand in front of his face.

Roman shook his head.

"Sorry, I was just thinking about something", Roman said.

"I know. We've all heard what happened and that son of a bitch is dead meat if he hurts Noah", Bo said.

Roman smiled. This is why he loved this town. They all helped each other out.

"Anyway, the house is done. Finished the tile in the bathroom downstairs", Bo said.

Roman nodded and followed him. He smiled at the completed job.

"You guys did amazing work.", Roman said, inspecting the newly titled floor.

"So when do you hear from the company about our next job?", Bray asked.

"Hopefully soon. Till then, I might have another job for you guys. Remember I told you about the plans to build our own company store? Well, Zelina approved it.", Roman said.

The guys cheered. Being able to pick up their paychecks from the store in town rather than having to drive hours away, made it so much easier. They still had to report to his dad when it came to jobs.

"You guys worked hard here, you'll be getting bonuses and a week off. Then get ready to come back to work", Roman said.

The men nodded and packed up their things.

"So when do you plan to show her this place?", Randy asked.

Roman smiled.

"We need to get passed this Rollins situation first. Once we deal with that, I'll ask her to move in.", Roman said.

He nodded.

"If you need help beating up Rollins, we've got your back", Bray said.

The rest of the guys agreed. Roman smiled.

"Thanks guys, but I want to try to keep things civil between us for Noah", Roman said.

The guys nodded, understanding.

Seth was nervous about spending time with Noah. He didn't know the kid and he knew he was to blame for that. Roman had been right, he should have at least been in his life when he could be. Seeing Noah, he waved.

Noah stopped and then continued walking towards him. The little boy kept his head down. He stopped again when he reached Seth.

"So, I was thinking we could go get something to eat and we can ask each other questions. What do you say?", Seth asked.

Noah looked up at him and nodded.

"Look, I know this is a lot. I mean, one second you thought Roman was your dad and the next, he's not", Seth said.

Noah didn't say anything.

"Come on", Seth said.

He walked them to his car and he helped him in. Seth took a deep breath, hoping things went smoothly with his son.

"Do you like Vickie's diner?", Seth asked.

Noah nodded.

"Okay", Seth mumbled.

Pulling into the diner, he helped Noah down. Walking in, Carmella saw them and she rolled her eyes at Seth. Forming a big smile for Noah.

"Hey little man, how was school?", she asked.

He smiled at her.

"Fine. I got an A on my math test", he replied.

"That's great, congrats", Carmella said.

She sat them in her section. Handing a menu to Seth.

"I already know what you want", she said to Noah.

"Can I get a chocolate shake instead of juice?", Noah asked.

"Of course, just don't tell your mom. I'll even add extra cherries", Carmella said, winking.

Noah giggles and nodded, closing his menu. Her smile left her face and she looked at Seth.

"What do you want?", she asked.

Seth smirked.

"Its good to see you too, Mella", Seth said.

"The usual?", she asked.

Seth nodded. She left to put in their order. Seth looked across the table at Noah.

"So, should we start?", he asked.

A/N: This story will be moving to Mondays, so no update tomorrow.