Damian

I've been having a few sleepless nights dreaming about Evelyn. It's like every time I try to close my eyes, all I see is Evelyn when I start dreaming. Her face, voice, hell, even I see her smile in my dreams. "Come in," I say when I hear someone knocking on my office door.

Pheonix and Parker walk in, and they look at me with shock. "Fuck me, boss, you look like shit," Pheonix says.

"I'm not sleeping well," I say to Pheonix.

"Take a few days off. Greg, Phoenix, and I can look after things while you rest," Parker nodded.

"I might just do that," I said, organizing some papers.

"We have that meeting in Russia with Nikolai next week," Pheonix said. "We need this meeting and make sure it goes well if we are to have any sort of influence and power in Russia,"

"Nikolai is Damian's Uncle; I'm sure it will be fine," Parker said.

"Don't be so sure about that, Parker. Now, I'm going to take a few days off and rest. If you need anything, call me immediately," I ordered. "Also, two shipments are coming in this week. I want them sorted before we fly to Russia,"

"Yes, boss. Parker and I have this handled," Phoenix nodded.

"Another thing, I want a memo sent to all the Black Dragons. Make sure they are reminded of what happens if they ever betray me. I don't want a repeat of what happened with Jenna ever happening again. Remind them who their leader is and make sure they know I will show no mercy,"

"Yes, Boss!" Parker and Phoenix said and walked out of my office.

A few hours passed, and I finished the paperwork I needed to get done before I started taking it easy. I went to my bedroom to get much-needed sleep.

Evelyn

(Few Months Later)

I enjoyed Ezra's birthday party last week, and so did Ezra. I'm happy he had fun and celebrated with a few kids his age. I can't believe he is already two years old. I looked at the clock; it was time to close the bakery and go home. Saturday arrived the next day, and I was getting ready for a morning run when Robert waved and approached me. "Evelyn, morning," Robert smiled.

"Morning Robert, it's good to see you," I smiled.

"Are you doing anything, going to gym?" Robert asked.

"No, just going for a jog while Ezra is at a playdate," I explained.

"Excellent, now I have a big favor to ask of you. I need a date, and I was hoping to ask you to be my date tonight," Robert said. "I have a big event to attend in the city, and my date canceled at the last minute,"

"Why can't you go alone?" I shook my head.

"I can't show up alone! Everyone who is anyone will be at this event," Robert got on his knees. "Please, Evelyn, I'm begging you. You will wear a lovely dress and mingle with the rich and famous. And to sweeten the deal, maybe even promote Ezra's Cookies and Cakes," Rober said.

I raised an eyebrow. "The rich and famous, eh?"

"I will owe you a huge favor. Please do this for me," Robert got back on his feet.

I shrugged at him. "Eh, what the hell. I'll ask Sofia to take Ezra overnight," I smiled.

"Thank you so much, Evelyn. I will pick you at six o'clock," Robert kissed my cheek and walked off.

My cheeks blushed when he kissed me. I better get this workout done and start getting ready for the event that Robert will be taking me to.

I spent the rest of the day preparing for the event with Robert. I hope he understands me about attending this event with him. Robert has often asked me on dates over the last two years, but I always turned him down. Robert is a sweet guy and very handsome. But after Ezra was born, I never felt ready to start dating again. I'm very fond of Robert, and Ezra loves spending time with him, but he doesn't make my heart skip a beat like Damian did. My eyes widened when I said his name in my thoughts. It's been two fucking years; I have to stop thinking about him. But every time I look at Ezra, I see Damian looking back. Ezra doesn't just look like his father; he also has the same personality, habits, and mannerisms. Lately, I notice Ezra cock his head to the side when he can't figure something out, just like Damian does, or the way he raises one eyebrow when he gets angry.

Oh, Evelyn, put Damian out of your head once and for all. I should start dating again. I put on a light purple dress with a rose pattern that is spread throughout the dress. When Robert arrived, I got in his car and started driving.

"You look beautiful, Evelyn," Robert said.

"Thank you, Robert, you don't look too bad yourself," I smiled at him. "Do we have a long drive ahead?"

"Around two hours," Robert said.

"Oh great," I groaned, and Robert laughed.

I entered the building where the event was being held. I was holding Robert's arm. I felt nervous around so many people, especially if they were rich and powerful. "There's a lot of people here," I said, looking at everyone.

"Relax, I'll go get us some drinks," Robert said.

I nodded at him before he left. I walked around, getting a feel for everything. There are some people here that I recognize from the news or magazines, and I swear some of them are high-flying criminals. Robert snapped me out of my thoughts when he handed me the drink he went to get. "Here you go," Robert said.

"Thank you," I got a sip from the champagne glass as Robert winked at me seductively. Is he flirting with me?

"Robert, long time no see," said a young man.

"Jackson, how are you?" Robert smiled as he shook Jackson's hand.

Robert and Jackson talked while I sipped my drink, having a good time. Suddenly, my breath caught in my throat when I saw who just walked in. Damian Halliwell. He was with another woman, who was giving him googly eyes.

I could hear his voice. "Do you want a drink?" Damian asked the woman, and she nodded.

I felt like my heart was being ripped from my chest when I noticed Damian had his hands on the woman's lower back as he led her to the bar. They seem very close; she's gorgeous and glamorous, and I know by looking at her she is very wealthy. I feel jealous; this must be what Damian is attracted to. Damian still hasn't noticed me as he continues to talk to the mystery woman, and she's besotted with him as she gazes into his eyes.

I see Jackson leave as Robert turns to face me. "Are you enjoying yourself tonight, beautiful?"

"I am, Robert, thank you," I said nervously.

Right behind Robert, I see Damian looking at me, finally noticing me. He's probably wondering what I'm doing here, and I'm asking myself that same question. But Damian turned around and looked back at his date.

"I'm going to the ladies' room," I told Robert. I quickly rushed to the bathroom, walked to the sink, and put cold water on my face. I never expected Damian to be here. It's time I headed home; it's a long drive back.

"Evelyn?" Damian said behind me. I knew that voice anywhere.

I turned around. "Damian," I rubbed my arm.

"How have you been?" Damian asked me.

"Good, and you?" I said.

Damian smiled at me. "Same as always,"

"Did you get everything sorted with Jenna?" I asked him.

"I did, Jenna was the traitor all this time," Damian crossed his arms.

I was shocked. "What?! Fuck, I'm so sorry,"

"Not as sorry as she was. For her treachery, I killed her, along with Vinnie and Johnny too," Damian said with no remorse.

He can never know about Ezra. "I have to go," I said.

"The boyfriend waiting for you?" Damian pointed his thumb to the door.

I nodded. "Yes, something like that. I was good to see you again, Damian, goodbye," I walked out of the bathroom and returned to Robert. I could tell that Damian saw that I was still afraid of him, but he looked hurt and sad in his eyes.

Robert drove me back home. I thanked him for a great night, and I went to bed. The following day, I woke up and reflected on the last night. I can't believe that Damian was there last night. He looked so good in his suit and tie. But the one thing that scared me was that Damian was in Los Angeles, and that's unsettling. I know he's in the city, two hours away, but I still feel on edge. I should take Ezra away for a few days until I'm certain Damian returned to New York.

I dressed, woke Ezra up, got him in his car seat, and drove to the bakery. But when I parked the car, Damian was waiting outside the bakery for me. "Damian!?" I gasped.

"Evelyn, I've been waiting for you," Damian leaned on his car.

Oh no, no, no. Ezra is in my fucking car.

"Is something wrong? Fuck, you look like you've seen a ghost," Damian joked.

"Mommy, mommy," Ezra said from inside my car.

OH SHIT! Damian looks behind me to see the source of the voice he heard and sees Ezra inside my car. He looks at me and glares into my eyes. He knows! "You have got to be fucking kidding me!"

"He's not yours!" I blurted out, hoping he would believe it.

"The hell he isn't! Looking at that boy, I felt like I was staring into a mirror," Damian growled.

My worst fear has come into the light. Damian now knows the truth. He has a son, and I never told him. Now, what will happen to Ezra? I don't care what happens to me; my concern is for Ezra and his well-being. I won't let Damian take him from me.