Chapter 106

Richie followed the tired and somewhat disappointed Jon to his hotelroom after breakfast.

“Jon, I think I need to get away from Jersey for  a few days.”

Questioning blue eyes turned his way.

“Why would you wanna do that?  We are all fucked after this tour, we need to get some rest and get our minds clear. You told me just the other day how much you were looking forward to going home and just do nothing.”

Richie sat down, looking up at Jon.

“Jon I think you need some time alone with your newfound family. I think my presence will make it harder for Jaden to accept his new life and fuck bro you know I wont like it if Im the reason for any problems between you and Jaden. The boy  is confused and unsure of himself right now and he needs to see that he can lean on his dad..you Jon.. He is so pissed at Megan right now, the poor woman is breaking apart. Maybe you three could work  things out if no one is there to interfere.”

Jon shook his head, stepping away and then suddenly turned around.

“You know what fucks me up the most? My boy is hurting and Megan is falling apart. Any help I could get to ease Jaden into this new life, I will grab with both hands. Honestly  it felt like my gut was ripped out and trampled on when he  smiled at you and almost ignored me. But time will heal it and fuck Rich, if you can bring it on faster…”

“You sure?”

“Look at me do I look like I’m joking?”

Jon’s eyes were shocking blue pools.

Richie stood up, pressing his nose against Jon. Chocolaty eyes stared in his.

“Nope..no fucking around there!”

Jon started shaking, laughter coming back into his eyes.

“You’re a crazy fucker, you know that?”

“Well everyone tells me that on a regular basis, so yeah.. I know that.”

Jon embraced him suddenly, Richie hugged back.

His brother was hurting and he wished he could change it but he couldn’t.  He was going to work on that kid, make him see what a lucky boy he is for having such a kick ass dad and devoted, loving mother. This kid is going to be so happy his head is gonna spin!

Jon broke the embrace. Hope shined in his eyes.

“Soo..lets go home.”

“Jersey! Here we come!”

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Jon and Richie smiled as they saw their home coming into view. Home sweet home!

Megan watched Jaden. His little nose was almost pressed flat against the window

“Holy cow! Is this our new home ?”

“Yes,  peanut it is. Richie told you it was a big place.”

“It’s not big it’s huuugggeee!”  he shrieked as he stared at the winding drive way and the monstrous mansion  standing in all its glory.

Megan came closer, pointing towards a beautiful little cottage.

“That is where grandma lives.”

The fact that she didn’t mention her father was strange to Jon, but he didn’t comment on it. He marveled at boys ecstatic rumblings. Wonder what he would say if he saw the stable?

Jaden couldn’t wait for the car to stop and as soon as it did, flew out of it in a mad rush.

Servants carried the huge mountain of luggage inside the house, everyone stopping to greet politely. Everyone wanted to see Jon’s son and was surprised at how alike they actually were.

Richie rubbed his hands together.

“I hope to God the food is ready, I’m hungry as hell!”

“Oh me too!” Jaden exclaimed, his eyes still roaming.

Jon touched his son’s healthy shoulder.

“You ready to see your room, sport?”

Jon’s heart missed a beat when he received a beautiful smile from the boy.

“Yes, please!”

“Well, lets go then!”

Father and son disappeared into the house, leaving Richie and Megan to stare after them.