We Are Unbreakable

CCs POV

Later that evening Ashley finally left to go home and check on Riley. I knew I should do the same, but I was glad to be alone. Even if it was just for a bit.
Not only was I going to be a father to my own child, but a step father to Kimber's child. It couldn't be that bad, could it?
What if he hates me. I could never compare to his real dad. Our house would never be his home. He'll never feel comfortable with us...
Although, he was at least 10. Could almost look after himself. In another ten years he'll probably go to college.
He had a guitar, which is kinda cool. Means he's into music. I could teach him a few things, might be fun.
I suppose he'll get use to living with us. He already seems attached to Kimber. He'll like me... Who doesn't like me? I'll show that kid the time of his life. He'd love spending time with all us guys. Especially if he loves music.
I smiled at the thought and decided it was time for me to go home. I grabbed my keys off the counter, locked up the place and got in my car.

I breathed a heavy sigh before entering my house. This was it. My life was about to change forever whether I liked it or not. I could hear Kimber out, but it wouldn't change anything. Seth was her son, so he was going to be apart of this family no matter what she said.
I slid the key into the lock and the door gently swung open. The house quiet other than the muted noise of the TV coming from the living room. I followed the sound and found Kimber and Seth on the couch watching a movie.
Kimber looked up to my entrance and looked relieved.
"I was wondering when you'd come home" she said quietly.
Seth looked up at me as well and gave me a shy smile. "Hi CC."
"Hey Seth. Umm do you mind giving me and your mom a minute" I asked politely.
He looked up at Kimber and she nodded. Seth left the couch and went upstairs.
I took Seth's place on the couch next to Kimber and she came over and hugged me.
"I'm so sorry CC. I wish you didn't find out like that. I wanted you to hear it from me, but I didn't know how to tell you" she said into my chest.
I pulled Kimber away from my chest so I could look at her face. Her eyes were going glassy and her hands were shaking slightly.
"It's okay Kimmie. I'm okay. It was a lot to take it. Seeing Seth and trying to process what he was saying. But I do want an explanation Kimber" I said looking into her eyes.
She took one of my hands in hers, gently stroking it.
"I had Seth when I was 15. My parents didn't really believe in abortion so I had him. I was lucky enough that my boyfriends parents were happy to look after him most of the time, so I could finish school. But once I did, my parents wanted more from me. They didn't want me to stay with my boyfriend, Ryan and Seth. Ryan had dabbled into some drugs after Seth was born and got worse as time went on. After a while I started to agree with my parents that I should leave, but I never wanted to leave Seth. I didn't want him to forget me. So I stayed until he was 7. By then Ryan had gone into rehab and his parents had agreed to look after him while I was gone. I didn't know that I would have this life when I moved here. I didn't think I'd meet someone like you and get the chance to start over" she said with tears starting to stain her cheeks. "I love Seth so much, but I love you too. I know this is going to be a painful time for all of us, but I know it can work. Please, CC, give Seth a chance. He is willing to try. He even knows Black Veil Brides!" She laughed a little through her tears.
I pulled Kimber closer to me so I could wrap my arms around her. "He's your son. I would never send him away and I would never not try. But I need to ask. Why now?" I asked softly.
Kimber sighed so she could speak without her voice cracking. "Ryan's parents passed away. They were his caretakers. I would've left him with Ryan, but he is in and out of rehab like going to the bathroom. I don't think they'd let me leave him with Ryan if I wanted to. I always said I would come home if something happened, but I need him to come to me."
"Why?" I asked stupidly.
"Cause of you silly. I couldn't leave you. We're a family" she said placing a hand on her stomach.
I smiled and kissed her gently. "I love you Kimmie."
"I love you too CC. Thank you so much for understanding. It means the world to me."
"I might go talk to Seth. See how he is" I said getting up from the couch.
"Okay" she said smiling.
As I walked up the stairs I could hear music drifting through the hallway. I followed it to a door where I assumed was Seth's room.
I knocked on the door and waited for a response.
"Come in."
I pushed the door open and Seth was lying on his bed, with his laptop in front of him.
"Hey, is it okay if we talk for a bit?" I asked.
"Sure" he said putting his laptop aside.
I paused for a moment realising what he was listening to. "Good music choice" I said cracking a wide smile.
He laughed slightly and blushed a little.
He was listening to The Legacy.
"Thanks. I thought since I'm going to be staying here, I should get to know your music. Not usually what I listen to, but I like it."
"What do you normally listen to?" I asked, sitting on the far end of the bed.
"Green Day, The Fray, Fall Out Boy, that kind of stuff."
"Nice, have you seen any of them live?"
"No. My grandparents said I was too young to go."
"Well that sucks, I've been going to concerts since I was like 8, I think. But you grow up with it in LA. You know, if you like this album" I said gesturing to Set The World On Fire album still playing. "You could come to one of our recording sessions. Meet everyone in the band, see how we do it" I said smiling.
"Really? That sounds awesome! I get to meet Jinxx and Jake? Winners of the Golden Gods best guitars award?" He said excitedly.
I laughed at his eagerness "The very ones."
"They are so awesome!"
"I thought you only just starting to listen to us" I said smugly.
"Oh, I watch Jake's guitar lessons. He's really good."
"I know. He is very talented."
"So are you. I was just looking up some of your live stuff on YouTube" he said turning his laptop towards me to show me the paused video.
"Wow, you're really getting into us" I commented.
"Well, yeah. My mom is married to you. I'm the one intruding on your life. I should make an effort."
I smiled at how amazingly considerate he was being. "Seth, I want you to feel comfortable here. This is your home and your going to be as much as part of this family as your new half baby brother or sister. I know I'm not your dad, but I will try my best to treat you like my son" I said smiling at him. "Look, I know you've been through a lot in the last few weeks, so I'm officially asking, are you okay?" I said being serious.
He sighed and ran his hand through his hair. "I think so. I mean, I'm sad that my grandparents died. They basically raised me, but it never felt like home with them. I rarely got to see my dad and when I did it was for maybe a week at a time before he was gone again. I don't think I've seen him for about three years. I only saw him briefly at the funeral, but he doesn't know me, you know? To call someone your dad and be connected by blood, but not know them" he said starting to get choked up.
"Hey, it'll be okay" I said scooting closer to him. "You know, your mom is so happy to have you here. I saw the look on her face when she saw you. She feels so bad about leaving you, but she had always loved you. You know that?" I said trying to comfort him.
"Yeah, I remember going to the airport one morning and mom was crying the whole way. She wouldn't let go of me. I didn't really understand at first, but I just remember her saying goodbye. I didn't know when she would come back... I guess she never planned on it" he said dropping his head.
I slung an arm over his shoulder and hugged him. "She loves you and I know she will go all out for you now."
"You think so?" He asked, looking up at me with his big blue eyes.
"I know so. You're going to fit in this family perfectly."

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