Happy Mistakes

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Chapter 3: Bittersweet

Kyle made his way into the Palm Woods. He was running to the elevator when he heard Noah call out to him. Kyle paused and turned to look at the hyperactive brunette, Roldy and Matt were sitting with him as well. Noah waved him over.

"Where's Jared?" Kyle asked.

"Over there," Noah said pointing to the pool.

Kyle looked to the pool, he saw Jared in the water with Jackie, Carter, and two little girls he knew to be Carly and Jill.

"I didn't realize the girls were up," Kyle said slowly.

"It was a last minute thing. Jared is just glad to see them," Matt explained.

"It's been forever since he's seen them," Noah said.

"I know, he's told me," Kyle nodded his head. "I've got some news though," he said changing the subject.

"What?" Noah asked curiously.

"Jake had his baby," Kyle said barely containing his excitement.

"What? No way," Noah said.

Kyle pulled his phone out and started showing guys the pictures he had taken. They all awed at the pictures.

"He's adorable!" Noah gushed.

"Who's adorable?"

The guys turned to see Jared had exited the water. Jackie and Carter were keeping the girls busy at the moment.

"Eli," Kyle said taking his phone from Noah and holding it out to Jared.

"Jake had his baby?" Jared asked as he looked at the pictures.

"Yeah, he's like super adorable," Kyle said, "we were at the hospital all night."

"So uh-" Jared started.

"I saw them, are you gonna shoo me away or let me meet them?" Kyle asked.

"No, you can stay, I'd like to warn you they are nine and eleven so they don't have a filter just yet and I'm sure they've heard Carter talking about you, so I apologize in advance," Jared explained.

"Why does he hate me so much?" Kyle asked.

Out of Jared's brothers, Carter was the worst. He seemed to hate Kyle, he hardly talked to him, and according to Jared he was weirded out that Kyle was younger than Carter himself. He didn't think their relationship was appropriate. Kyle was used to that though. There were still people that thought it was wrong that he was dating Jared.

"Carter doesn't like anyone, don't take it personally," Matt said bringing Kyle from his thoughts.

"You're only saying that because he doesn't like you," Roldy said rolling his eyes.

"It was an accident and he needs to get over himself. It's not like I purposely did it," Matt said defensively.

"What?" Kyle asked confused.

"When we were ten, the brat was working on a science project and we playing video games and he got in the way so Jared hollered at him and they started fighting. I tried to stop it. Instead I got pushed and broke his volcano. He has not forgiven me, even though it wasn't my fault," Matt explained.

"Hey Kyle!"

Kyle turned and saw Jackie heading towards them with the other three right behind him.

"Hey Jackie," Kyle greeted, "and Carter, it's nice to see you again too."

"Sure," Carter replied coolly.

"Dude, be nice for once," Jackie said elbowing his brother.

"Jill, Carly," Jared said addressing his sisters and cutting off the argument between his brothers. "This is Kyle, he's my boyfriend," he said introducing the three. "Kyle, this is Jill and this is Carly," Jared said pointing to each.

"Hi," Jill said meekly.

"It's nice to meet you," Carly said politely.

"It's nice to meet you two as well, I've heard a lot about you from Jared," Kyle said with a smile. Jill and Carly both smiled as they looked to Jared.

"We were about to go get some smoothies, wanna join us?" Jared asked.

"Sure," Kyle replied with a smile, "if it's alright with you guys," he added looking to the other four.

"Yeah," Jill and Carly said together.

Jackie and Jared both looked to Carter. Kyle was waiting for him to say something.

"It's fine with me," Carter said. Jaws dropped as everyone looked to him now.

"What?" Jared and Jackie asked simultaneously.

"Did I forget to mention that Carter and I kind of worked things out?" Kyle asked.

"We've come to an understanding," Carter clarified.

"When?" Jared asked confused.

"Don't worry about, we've got it covered," Kyle said.

"Can we go?" Carly asked.

"Uh yeah, let's go get changed first," Jared said.

"Oh before I forget," Kyle said quickly getting Jared's attention. "I got the spot on the Today Show!"

"What? Are you serious?" Jared asked.

"Dead serious," Kyle replied.

"Ok forget smoothies, we have to go celebrate," Matt said quickly.

"Pizza!" Noah suggested.

"Sounds awesome," Kyle said.

"Well what are we waiting for?" Jill asked. Everyone raced to the stairs to go get changed.

Jared hung back with Kyle. Kyle arched a brow at his boyfriend as they walked together.

"I'm proud of you Kyle," Jared said grabbing the blonde's hand. "This is a big deal. I hope this all works out."

"Me too, I'm kind of scared though, it'll be my first televised performance. I mean I haven't even performed in front of a live crowd yet, other than that time at the coffee shop," Kyle explained.

"Don't worry, you're an amazing singer," Jared praised him. "You'll do fine."

"I hope so," Kyle said his shoulder slumped a little. He was scared of screwing this up.

"I've got an idea," Jared said with a smile. He grabbed Kyle's hand and ran to catch up with the others. He released Kyle's hand as he started talking lowly to Noah.

"Yess! That's a great idea and I am so on it," Noah exclaimed excitedly.

"What's that about?" Roldy asked Kyle. Noah flashed Kyle a grin.

"I don't know and I'm a little scared," Kyle admitted. What were they plotting?

-Happy Mistakes-

Adam tapped his foot as he stood at the counter. He kept glancing at the clock on the wall, only to realize a few minutes had passed. Work was taking way too long.

"You ok?"

Adam glanced over this his co-worker, Sam. He was a skinny ginger boy, whose family owned the diner. Sam aspired to own this place someday.

"Yeah, I'm just eager to get done. My brother had his baby," Adam said.

"The older one?" Sam asked.

"Yeah, a boy, Eli and he's like super cute and I'm gonna take Miri and Kenny to meet him," Adam replied.

"Cool, how is Miri? I feel like I haven't seen her in forever," Sam asked.

"She's doing good, her words are coming along nicely, and she's getting so big," Adam said frowning.

"What's the matter?" Sam asked confused.

"She's growing so fast, soon Kenny will be crawling and then walking and talking...it's going too fast," Adam replied.

Sam chuckled and shook his head. Adam glared at the younger boy. He didn't understand what it was like to be a parent. One moment they were small and dependent on you and the next they were independent and needing you less and less.

"You don't understand, you don't have kids," Adam said.

"Yeah, but hey when I'm in your position you can say I told you so," Sam replied.

"Gladly," Adam said with a smile. Sam laughed and shook his head.

-Happy Mistakes-

Leora watched as Miles and Lucas bickered over a video game. She had come to see what Miles was up to, only to find the pair arguing, with Carlos wishing her luck. They seemed to be deep into this conversation too. Leora had to stop this.

"You two are losers, you know that right?" Leora asked. The pair paused and looked at her, almost as if they just remembered that she was there.

"But Le, we're your losers," Miles said smiling at the blonde.

"I came over to see what you were up. I wanted to know if you wanted to go see Eli," Leora said shaking her head.

"Eli was born?" Lucas asked shocked.

"Oh I forgot to text you, yeah last night," Leora said quickly. "Wanna come? I'm gonna hit up the gift shop before we go."

"Yes, sounds like fun," Lucas said as his phone started ringing. He fished it from his pocket. "Oh it's Artie, hold on a second." He walked out to the hallway as he answered his phone.

"So..." Leora said turning to face Miles, who was now standing beside her with a grin.

"I thought we had plans," Miles said lowly.

"That was before Eli was born," Leora replied.

"But Le-" Miles started.

"No buts, we can reschedule," Leora said, "don't worry it'll be fun."

"But Le,-" Miles started again.

"Raincheck I promise," Leora said cutting him off.

"Fine, I'll hold you to it," Miles promised.

"Oh my god, Artie wants me to have dinner with him and his grandpa, what do I do? I mean like what do I wear? What will we talk about?" Lucas asked in a panic as he ran back into the room.

"You wear clothes Lu, I'm sure showing up to a restaurant buck naked is frowned upon, and won't be a good impression for his grandpa," Miles said laughing. Lucas just glared at his brother.

"It all depends on where you're going. I mean Artie's grandpa is Arthur Griffin the former CEO of Rocque Record right?" Leora asked. Lucas nodded his head in confirmation. "Then it'll probably be some place fancy and I'd suggest dressing up, maybe a suit?"

"I don't have a suit," Lucas said, "not one that fits anymore."

"Ok sounds like you need to go shopping," Leora said with a smile. "Here's the deal we will go see Eli and Jake, then you will take me and Miles to lunch as payment for helping you, and then we will find something for your date," she explained.

"How did I get roped into this?" Miles asked.

"Do you have anything better to do?" Leora asked.

"Not really," Miles said.

"That's what I thought," Leora replied.

"Thanks Leora, I don't know what I'm doing," Lucas thanked her.

"You have no idea what you've gotten us into," Miles sighed shaking his head. "She's a shopaholic."

"Shut up, let's go," Leora said grabbing both and pulling along behind her.

"Careful, remember some of us only have one leg," Lucas said quickly. Leora released his hand but kept pulling Miles along.

-Happy Mistakes-

Jake smiled as he looked down at the sleeping baby before him. It was so strange to see him here now. It felt weird to not be pregnant anymore. Just looking at his son had made it all worth it though.

"It's kind of weird having you out here now," Jake said softly. He was all alone since Damien had gone home to change and bring Jake and Eli some clean clothes for when they was discharged.

Jake had had a few visitors today. Kendall and James had come back along with Camille and Steve. Camille just loved holding her grandson. She was thrilled to be a grandma. Jake could see that she loved babies. She was excited to have one around again. Jake wondered why she had never had anymore kids. That would be something to ask Damien later, maybe he knew the answer.

Jake just could not look at his son. It was a little hard to believe that he had given birth last night. Yet here Eli, was proof that he had.

There was a knock at the door. Jake looked up as a nurse wakes in. She had a smile on her face. She was average height and had long light brown hair pulled back in a ponytail. She was wearing bright colored scrubs and her name tag read Becki.

"Just checking to make sure everything is alright here," Becki said.

"Yeah, so far so good," Jake said with a chuckle.

"First time?" Becki asked.

"That obvious?" Jake asked.

"A little, don't worry you're doing fine. If you need anything we are just a button push away," Becki said.

"I'll keep that in mind," Jake replied nodding his head.

Becki offered another smile and left. Jake sat down on the edge of his bed, keeping Eli in his line of sight. He never wanted his son to leave his sight.

Jake heard voices drifting down the hall that he recognized as Damien, Adam, and Cooper. Jake looked up at the entered. Adam and Damien were laughing, while Damien held Miri. Cooper was holding Kenny's carrier. They all greeted Jake with a smile.

"Hey, how's it going?" Adam asked.

"Good," Jake said smiling. Miri leaned over Damien to try and see Eli.

"Careful Mir," Damien said as he readjusted his hold on her.

"Sorry, she's eager to meet Eli," Adam said taking her from Damien. "I'll sit with her, if you wanna bring him over."

"Sure," Damien replied.

Adam sat down on the small couch beside Jake's bed. Miri squirmed in his lap. She wanted to see Eli. She smiled as Damien brought him over.

"Ok Miri, you have you be gentle, just like with Kenny," Adam instructed his daughter. He gave Damien a nod to hand Eli over.

Carefully Damien handed him over. Adam held Eli while Miri helped. She had a big smile on her face.

"E-I," Miri said looking down at the baby. "E-I." She started singing the name over and over again. The four adults smiled at her.

-Happy Mistakes-

Miles sat back and watched as Leora shoved a pile of clothes into Lucas's arms. Lucas was looking at the blonde girl shocked.

"That's all?" Lucas asked with a grin.

"This is only the beginning," Leora promised.

"Dude she's serious, this girl had a shopping addiction," Miles said placing his hands on Leora's shoulders. "It's scary, Le I think we might need to have an intervention."

"Shut up," Leora said shrugging him off. "Come on, to the changing room." She led Lucas away. Miles followed with a chuckle.

Lucas headed into the changing room to try on his first outfit. Leora sat down on one of the chairs. Miles quickly sat beside her.

"So about that rain check," Miles said smiling at the blonde.

"You're impatient aren't you," Leora laughed.

"Come on Le, I've been looking forward to this for like a few weeks now," Miles whined.

"Good things come to those who wait," Leora replied.

Miles opened his mouth to protest, but Lucas emerged from the changing room. He was wearing black skinny jeans, a blue and white striped shirt, with a black blazer.

"You look like a stuck up prep school kid," Miles said.

"Don't listen to him, I think it looks nice," Leora said jumping up. She turned Lucas around to look at his reflection. Lucas gave himself a once over.

"I don't know," Lucas said slowly.

"That's ok, try on something else," Leora said shooing him back towards the changing room. "You gotta like what you're wearing Lu, if you hate it you can tell me." She told him.

"I don't hate it, I just don't think it's right for tonight," Lucas told her as he closed the curtain behind him.

"Leora," Miles said jumping up to stand next to her.

"Stop, or I might just change my mind," Leora said playfully.

"But Le," Miles poured. Leora laughed and gave him a shove. "But mini golf is so much fun."

"Just sit down and be quiet, you're getting a free lunch out of this," Leora said arching a brow at him. Miles put his hands up in surrender. He returned to his seat.

Lucas emerged from the changing room once more. They did this several times until Lucas found something he kind of liked. This time he was wearing a white button up shirt with a black suit jacket, a black tie, and black pants.

"I think the jacket is a bit much," Lucas said. He took the jacket off.

"But it's missing something," Leora said tapping her chin. Her eyes grew wide. "Wait here! I know what we need!" She took off without another word.

"So," Lucas said as he looked himself over. He started fidgeting with the shirt sleeves.

"What?" Miles asked arching a brow at his brother.

"I still haven't told my parents about Artie. I mean I'm by ashamed of anything, but you know what their like," Lucas said quickly.

"Do you need me to cover for you?" Miles asked knowingly. He knew what the Kings were like. They disapproved of Lucas putting himself in the Hollywood spotlight. They thought it had a negative impact on him.

"Just this one last time. After tonight I'll come clean and tell them I'm still seeing Artie and that nothing they say is gonna change that. What the worst they can do? Ground me?" Lucas asked.

Miles laughed at that. Leora returned with a black vest for Lucas. He put it on and looked himself over with a smile. Leora was grinning from ear to ear.

"Oh my god Leora you're a genius," Lucas said smiling at his reflection.

"I know, go change and we can go get something to eat," Leora replied with a smile.

-Happy Mistakes-

Kendall smiled as he followed James into their house. James was carrying their sleeping toddler. Kendall and James had been busy helping Damien make sure the apartment was ready for a baby. Jenny had been with Carlos all day.

"I'm gonna put Jenny to bed," James informed his husband.

"I'm gonna go make sure all the lights are off down here. It seems our other kids like to leave every light in this house on," Kendall replied. James chuckled and headed up stairs.

Kendall set about his mission turning lights off. He stopped in the kitchen when he saw Leora sitting at the table with a bowl of ice cream and her phone in her hand.

"It's a little late isn't it?" Kendall asked.

"Oh dad," Leora said her head snapping up. She gave him a small smile. "Sorry, I didn't hear you come in."

"Everything ok?" Kendall asked.

"Yeah, I'm fine I just wanted a snack," Leora said looking to the mostly elated ice cream.

"Ok this may just be the dad in me, but something's up," Kendall said crossing the room to her.

Leora jumped up. "You're dad sense are off. I'm fine. I was just texting Lucas about his date. He was super nervous and I wanted to make sure everything went well."

"Ok, it's late you should go get ready for bed," Kendall said grabbing the bowl from her. Leora smiles and gave him a quick hug before she took off.

Kendall watched her go. He knew something was bugging her. He wished she would talk to him about it. He missed the days when she would tell him everything.

Kendall sighed as he placed the bowl in the sink. His kids were growing up. Part of him hated the idea that they didn't need him anymore, but part of him was proud too. His kids were great, they were finding their place in the world now. It wouldn't be long before Jenny didn't need him either. Kendall pushed that thought from his mind. Jenny was only two, he still had time.

Kendall made his way upstairs. He heard a laugh come from Kyle's room. He stopped and saw Leora sitting at Kyle's desk why Kyle occupied his bean bag chair with his lap top perched on his lap.

"I thought you were going to bed?" Kendall said looking to Leora.

"Yeah, I was just asking Kyle about an assignment we have due Monday," Leora replied.

"I'm surprised you aren't staying the night at the Palm Woods," Kendall said looking to his son.

Over the summer Kendall had agreed to letting Kyle spend a couple night at the Palm Woods with Jared. He knew he couldn't stop Kyle, so this way they had some rules and boundaries.

"His sisters are visiting," Kyle replied.

"Ok, don't stay up too late," Kendall told them.

Kendall finally reached his bedroom. He saw James already there getting ready for bed. He smiled and walked over to his husband.

"Well hello gorgeous," Kendall whispered wrapping his arms around him.

"Hi," James replied looking to the blonde. Kendall leaned in and pressed a kiss to his lips. James smiled as they parted.

"All these years and you still leave me breathless," Kendall said softly. James turned around in the embrace.

"Same here, makes me wonder what you see in me sometimes," James said smiling.

"I see a wonderful sexy man," Kendall said, "someone who isn't perfect, but still pretty amazing and can handle all my crap and five kids as well."

James smiled at that. He leaned and pressed their lips together in a slow sensual kiss. Kendall tried to press further but James pulled back.

"Let's get some sleep, I've got an early morning tomorrow," James said

"But James," Kendall whined. Things had been heading in the right direction. He couldn't let them derail.

"I'm tired and we are shooting promos tomorrow. I can look like shit," James said giving Kendall an apologetic smile.

"Fine, get your beauty rest," Kendall chuckled. "I don't think you need it, you will always look amazing no matter what."

James pecked the blonde on the cheek. Kendall watched him get into bed before heading into their bathroom.

Kendall shut the door behind him. He sighed as he made his way over to the sink. He looked at himself in the mirror. He didn't understand why James was being so hesitant with him. The doctor had given Kendall a clean bill of health. He was told to return to normal activity.

What was James so afraid of.

Kendall knew that answer. To be completely honest, Kendall was a little scared himself. He remember everything. That feeling, Kendall did not want to experience it again. It was why he changed his diet and adjusted a few other things in his life. He was trying to never end up like that again. He had kids to watch over and not to mention his grandchildren. He would like to see them grow up as well.

-Happy Mistakes-

Jared woke to hear a loud buzzing sound. He fumbled around in the darkness of the living room until he reached the coffee table and his cell phone. He answered without looking. The only person to ever call him this early on a Sunday was Kyle.

"Hello?"

"Hello, is this Jared Munroe?" A unfamiliar voice asked.

"Yeah, who's asking?" Jared asked cautiously.

"Detective Steve Harris, from the San Diego police department," The man replied.

"What's wrong? Am I in trouble?" Jared asked getting up. He didn't want to wake anyone up.

"Trouble? No, there's been an accident," Detective Harris asked.

"Accident?" Jared asked shocked. He looked to the others as they started to stir. This wasn't what he wanted.

"I'm sorry Mr. Munroe, but it seems your parents are dead," The detective said bluntly.

Jared felt like the wind was knocked out of him. He couldn't breath. Yeah, he wasn't talking to either of them, but they were still his parents. They had raised him and cared for him at one point in their lives. Jared's phone slipped from his grasp.

Roldy and Carter were the first to react. Carter grabbed the phone from the ground as Roldy placed a hand on Jared's shoulder.

"What's wrong?" Roldy asked.

Jared seemed to snap back to his senses. He snatched his phone back.

"Mr. Munroe are you there?"

"What kind of accident?" Jared asked holding a hand up to the others.

"As of right now it appears to be a murder suicide. There's a note here that left your number and said that you're brothers and sister are with you," Detective Harris said.

"Yes they are, do you need anything from me?" Jared asked. A shrill ring filled the air and Noah jumped digging in his pockets for his phone. He looked at the screen confused.

"It's your mom," Noah said running over to his fiancé. Roldy took the phone answered it. He held it back from his ear as Deanna started hollering at him for not answering his phone.

"Mom came down, what's wrong?" Roldy asked confused.

Jared ended his phone call. He quickly snatched Noah's phone. Jared headed to his room telling them he'd be back. The apartment door opened and Matt ran into the room.

"Did Deanna get a hold of you?" Matt asked.

"Yeah Jared's talking to her," Noah said.

"He got a phone call before that too," Roldy said.

"Guys it's not a good phone call," Matt said as a crash was heard from the direction of Jared's room. "You four stay here."

Matt took off down the hallway. Roldy and Noa followed telling the others they would figure out what was going on. Matt yanked Jared's bedroom door open. He stopped as a booke flew past him. Jared turned to look at him.

"Get out," Jared snapped.

"Look I know you're upset, but you have to tell the others," Mat said putting his hands up.

"Tell them what?" Roldy asked.

"I don't have to do anything, you tell them," Jared said shoving Matt from his room. He slammed the door. They all heard the lock click.

"Matt what's going on?" Noah ask irritated. He wanted to know what was going on. He hated not being in the loop.

"It's not my place to say, I mean I don't even have all the details," Matt said. The door behind them opened and Jared stood there glaring at his friends.

"You want the details?" Jared asked darkly. "She shot him and then offed herself. She couldn't take it anymore. She sent the girls here so they wouldn't be home when she did it." he snapped.

"What?"

Jared looked past the three and saw Carter and Jackie there. Jared sighed and pushed past the other three. He walked back out to the living room. He made Jackie and Carter sit. Jill and Carly were looking at Jared confused.

"We need to talk," Jared sighed.

Another chapter did Lucas' date with Artie go? Will Kendall ever get James to have sex with him again? How will the Jackie, Carter, Jill, and Carly take the news of their parents death? How will this affect Jared?

There you go, some things to think about. Again I'm sorry for the wait. I've been struggling with this. I wasn't sure where this chapter was going for awhile and then it hit me. There is more to come and I will see you all next time.

Always

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