. “Leave our contact information and I will get back to you as soon as possible when I hear something. Keep your chin up girl.” She stood up and shook his hand before heading out to the front desk.

Stuck in her thoughts she hadn't realized she had reached the hotel so fast. Someone bumped into her taring her from her thoughts. Running a hand over her face and she walked into the hotel, making her way to the swimming pool. A smile spread across her face as she watched Eliza jumping into the pool beside Emmy. Her water wings making her float right back to the top. The sound of her child’s laughter made her relax and brought a sense of calmness over her.

Walking over to the side of the pool, she put her hands on her hips. “Well what happen to my daughter? All I see is a beautiful mermaid princess. Excuse me Miss Princess but have you seen my daughter?” Eliza giggled and splashed a bit of water at her mum. “I’m right here mummy!” The three girls laughed, but it wasn’t long until Eliza was distracted by making splashes. Emmy backed up towards the edge, still keeping an eye on Eliza. “How’d it go love?” Skyla let out a long breath. “I’ll be signing papers tonight.” Emmy smiled lightly. “That’s good.” All Skyla could do was nod.

Taking a seat by the pool, Skyla waited till Eliza was tired of swimming, which wasn’t long. The little girl climbed out of the pool walking into the towel being held out by her mum. Skyla wrapped her daughter up the towel and picked her up. “Someone tired?” The girl nodded, smiling. “Hungry.” Kissing her forehead Skyla and Emmy walked up to their room so they could get changed.

Eliza ran around the room, making getting ready impossible. Eventually Emmy had to get changed first and help catch the little monster. Together the women caught Eliza giggling and got her dressed. They headed downstairs into the dining room, enjoying themselves instead of worrying. As they were finishing up, a young well-dressed man walked up to the table. “Skyla Patrova?” Skyla nodded her head, wondering who he could be.

“I am here as representative of Charles Jacobs, he expressed that these papers be made quite fast.” Skyla looked at Emmy in surprise, it was only three or four hours ago when she had left the man’s office. “That was quick.” The young man nodded. “He is very dedicated to his clients, doesn’t want to cost them more then he needs too.” Emmy grabbed Eliza’s hand going to get desert and to leave Skyla in private. He set the papers down in front of Skyla, explaining them briefly and that there was no hidden meanings and was very open. Skyla nodded and signed the paper. “I am sorry for interrupting your meal, but Jacobs expressed this need to be done as soon as possible.” Skyla smiled lightly. “That is okay.”

Just as the man was saying goodbye, Eliza and Emmy came back to the table. He smiled at all of them and walked off out of the hotel. “Well, I guess you picked quite the lawyer.” Skyla looked at her friend. “I guess so…” She paused looking at her daughter lovingly. “Let’s go out and enjoy California.” Eliza clapped her hands in excitement or leaving the hotel.

-Four days later/ Austin’s & Pamela’s point of view-

Laying on the couch, flipping through the many channels on TV, he let out a sigh. The mental exhaustion that came from the previous tour, he had just finished a week ago, still lingered around. He would be lying if he said that the thought of going on tour again in another month wasn’t another factor in his exhaustion. Being home felt so good that he didn’t want it to change anytime soon. It was also nice to be home with his partner in life, Pamela, and just spend quality time with her. Shutting off the TV, he just laid there zoned out and stuck in his head. Torn from his thoughts by the sound of the front door opening and closing loudly. Sitting up slightly so he could see over the back of the couch, he saw Pamela looking through the mail as she walked through the kitchen to stop at the island.

“Hi.” He said sweetly, smiling. Her eye’s looked up from the mail and smiled just as sweetly back at him. Her attention went back to the mail, when she paused holding up a large envelope. “You got something here from a Lawyer’s office.” Her brow raised in curiosity, along with Austin’s. Jumping up from his spot, he walked over to the kitchen, giving her a side hug and a kiss on the temple. Taking the large envelope from her hands, he leaned forward on the counter, opening it up and pulling out the papers.

June 12th, 2014

Jacobs Law Firm
435 Guild St
Los Angele, California

Dear Mr. Carlile,

On June 12th, 2014 a request for a paternity test has been put in affect. The mother of the child, in need of paternity identification, would like to obtain a DNA sample from you. If you agree to take the requested paternity test you may contact the office and notify that you are willing to do so. There is an open appointment at the California Hospital Medical Center all week until June 22nd. It does not acquire a great deal of your time.

Attached to this document is a Claus, explain that the mother of said child is not requesting this out or support, nor money. The clause also states and explains she cannot under any circumstances go after your finances in court, unless you agree to going to court.

If you wish to deny, you may so by calling Jacobs Law Firm office as soon as possible. You can reach the office at 1- 868 -456 – 7689 or by stopping into the firm.

Austin froze, his eyes rereading the letter over and over again. His mind was trying to wrap around what the letter was telling him. Is he really staring at a paper requesting a paternity test? A hand lightly made contact with his shoulder, causing him to jump. Looking up, his eyes were met by the concerned eyes of his girlfriend. “What’s wrong? What is the letter about?” Her voice full of concern. Standing up he ran his hand s through his hair, walking away from the island.

Pamela watched her distressed boyfriend pace around slightly, his eyes glazed over as he was deep in thought. Biting her bottom lip she choose to pick up the letter and read it herself. Her mouth opened slightly in utter surprise as she read the words on the page. Setting it down, she gave herself a couple minutes to calm down from the thoughts that pounced at her right off the top. Opening her mouth she quickly closed it to think about how she was going to ask him. “Austin… we’ve been together three years… you haven’t…. you haven’t done things behind my back have you?” Tears were burned at the back of her eyes, praying she was wrong.

Austin snapped out of his thoughts and looked at his girlfriend with sadness. In a quick couple of steps he embraced her tightly. “I haven’t cheated on you, I couldn’t.” He held on to her, his mind racing. “I haven’t slept around since before I met you, you’ve been my only.” He said in almost a whisper.

Putting her hands on his chest, she pushed back lightly. “Could it be something from your past?” Looking into his eye’s she bit the bottom of her lip thinking. Austin let go of her and turned to the letter, looking at it. “Obviously this person isn’t after money.” Yet again running his hand through his hair, he sighed. “I just highly doubt it’s mine, maybe she is looking for a boost in fame or attention of some sort.”

Pamela walked to the fridge opening it up and pulling out the water jug, she poured herself and Austin some water. Leaning against the counter she took a sip and stared off into space. “Maybe just do it? If it’s not yours, she’ll go away.” Austin leaned against the island facing her, nodding his head. “Well, I guess tomorrow I’ll do it. Should I call the firm and let them know?” He looked at Pamela, feeling the stress of both of them. After a couple minutes of silence he moved away from the counter and embraced her once again, standing in silence.

Notes

Thanks for reading, I hope this chapter isn't horrible