I woke up to the sunlight beaming in my face causing me to immediately shut my eyes back closed. Groaning I flipped over to the face away from it.

Fluttering my eyes open once again, my view was different this time as my eyes set on Celine sprawled out on her back fast asleep. She seemed to have removed the covers as her breast and growing bump were left exposed.

Leaning over, I pressed a soft kiss on her belly.

"Good morning Jalen. You're seven months today" I said with a smile before placing a few more kisses on her belly. I had sudden sense of pride that it was my child she was carrying in there.

Two more months to go.

I didn't know what it was, but I was in such a great mood this morning, having me excited to start my day.

Actually, scrap that—I do know what it was.

Sighing in content, I climbed out of bed and trudged to the bathroom with the urge to empty myself out.

After I finished, I flushed the toilet walking back out of the bathroom to see Celine laid out in the same position.

I was a bit anxious, I didn't know which Celine I was gonna get when she woke.

Nice Celine or Temperamental Celine.

Seeing her on my bed like that brought me back to the memory of last night.

I swear I had to keep myself from nutting three times while I was inside her. They were right, pregnant pussy is the best pussy.

Walking to the side of the bed, I attempted to wake her up. It was nine in the morning and she needed to eat something and I needed to make my bed and head out.

"Ce, wake up" I said nudging her

Not response.

Sighing I tried again, "Celine get up" I said a little louder

This time she moved only a little.

This is some bull shit, "Celine!" I yelled

Waking up startled, I was not ready for the punch she sent to my groin area.

"Celine what the fuck" I said doubling over in pain

"Oh my gosh" she said her hand coming up covering her mouth "Chris, I am so sorry"

I was left groaning on the floor.

"Jesus Chris, I'm so damn sorry" she said remorsefully

"It's fine" I said holding my balls as I sat up on the floor

"Don't wake me up like that next time" she said annoyed. The statement causing me to cock my head to the side in disbelief

"Wow love the switch up" I said shaking my head as I stood up slowly

Rolling her eyes she plopped her head right back on the pillow.

"Man if you don't get your ass out my damn bed" I said sucking my teeth jokingly

"Why your bed feel better then mine?" She asked raising a brow

"They're the damn same don't even start" I said pointing at her chuckling

"Mmhm" she said sitting up with the covers over her body "I'll be on my way then" she said nodding

"Aye, I've been thinking for a while. We should schedule that therapy session you know?" I said seriously

"About time" she said rolling her eyes as she got up from bed with my sheets wrapped around her

"Yeah, you pick the date and I'll be there" I informed her

"No, you pick the date. I don't know your schedule that well and who knows when your on demand ass is available" she said rolling her eyes

"I'll see what day I'm free, I was thinking next week. I got practice, promos for Nike and other shit on Friday. This Saturday could actually work, that's if your down for a night session" i suggested

Thank God I didn't have to travel for these playoff games. Home field advantage was definitely helping me handle my shit on the field and then be home to handle my personal life too.

"And we also have an appointment this Thursday. I think Monday will be good though" she said as she headed for the door

"Noted" I smiled "and where you going with my sheets, you best leave that here Celine"

"Once again, you're not slick " she said before leaving the room "let's not overstep"

"We overstepped last night" I yelled back

"We has our fun last night, but we can't afford a repeat" she called back

Shaking my head, I went into the bathroom to brush my teeth and shower.

Guess I got nice Celine? Can't be too sure.

Knowing I was on a time crunch, I sped through my morning routine and got dressed for practice in record time.

Grabbing my phone, keys, and sneaks I headed for the living room.

"Hey imma head to practice and Lucia is coming and so is Lance, your new bodyguard" I said as I sat on the couch to put my shoes on.

"Wait you were serious about that?" She asked in shock

"I kid often, but this isn't one of those times" I said with a smile as I finished tying my shoes and walked to the kitchen "oh and you better not try to send him off, he has strict orders to stay here"

"I hate you" she said grabbing her bowl of cereal and headed towards the living room with an attitude bumping my shoulder "and I don't know why you bring Lucia here, you act like I can't cook"

"Don't catch an attitude with me Celine, you put this on yourself" I said following her back to the living room and grabbing my keys and phone from beside her on the couch "And I bring her so you don't have to stand on your feet for too long. Last time you tried to cook, you almost burned the building"

"Yeah cause you distracted me. You're treating me like a little kid, what if I wanna go to Nadia's?" She asked "If I have to stay in this house another week without stepping out imma lose it Chris. I could deal with the bodyguard, but Lucia is mad annoying."

"Did I forget to mention Lance is a chauffeur too? and fine, I'll compromise. Lucia won't come" I said grinning playfully as I walked to the door picking up my gym bag that was by it "bye Celine"

Pulling the door open, I slipped out the penthouse.

Dramatic ass.

Walking down the hall, I headed straight for the elevator. I held my keys and my gym bag firmly in my hands as I reached the elevator doors and pressed the down button.

It took a few minutes before finally opening and I was then able to step inside. The elevator was completely empty, something I quite liked.

Well that was until the elevator stopped on a floor allowing a girl with a camera around her neck and carrying bag to step in.

I immediately recognized her as the girl I held the elevator door for.

I guess she felt me staring because she turned to me—her eyes widened in recognition.

"Oh it's you again" she said with a smile "Hey"

"Hey to you too" I said grinning.

Then we both went silent. I didn't have anything else to say to her.

Looking down at my Apple Watch I knew I was going to be a few minutes late to practice.

"You a personal trainer or something?" She asked causing me to tune back into her and out of my thoughts.

"No, why would you think that?" I laughed

"The gym bag and the gym type clothes you got on" she said giggling.

Makes sense.

"I'm actually a football player" I said looking at her face to see if she got any type of reaction from me saying that

"Oh wow" she said impressed

"And I'm guessing you are a photographer?" I asked changing the subject as I pointed to the camera around her neck

"Yes, actually" she smiled

That's when the elevator dinged open at the bottom floor and we both stepped out.

"I'm running a little late for practice, but it was good seeing you again..."

"Kennedy" she reminded

"Kennedy, yes sorry! I'm not the best at names" I said apologetically

I knew exactly what her name was, I just liked to play nonchalant.

"It's totally fine" she laughed "I should be going and so should you, I'll see you around Chris"

"Yeah, see you around too" I said before we parted ways and I headed for the car garage.

My phone started ringing as went looking for my car.

Pulling it out of my pocket I read the contact name. Trey was calling me. Knowing it was him, I immediately answered the phone.

"Aye what's up?" I said into the phone

"Don't aye what's up me. Where were you last Friday?" He asked with attitude

I pulled the phone away from my ear and looked it. I was tryna figure out who he was catching an attitude with.

"First of all fix yo tone. Second what you going on about?" I asked

"My basketball game bruh" when he said that realization hit me

"You win?" I asked casually tryna change the subject as I walked through the garage in search of my car

"Hell yeah I won, but that's not the point. You said you would come" he said back

"I said I'll see if I could come, never said I would. If you wanted me to go so damn bad you have to remind me. Celine was in the hospital last week with a pregnancy scare, I got my own practice and things to attend like c'mon now" I said as I spotted my car

"Oh damn, I didn't know" he said softening his voice "the baby good?"

"Yeah he's fine" I said clicking the truck open with my key

"That's good to hear" he said going quiet

"Yeah, look Trey I promise I will come to your next game okay?" I sighed as I threw my bag in the trunk, slamming it closed.

"Oh you making promises now? You sure?" He asked chuckling lightly

"I said I'll come" I said rolling my eyes "when's the next one? This Friday?"

"Yeah, it's a home game" he said

"Even better. Look imma be late to practice, I'll holla at you later" I said as I unlocked the door to my car.

"Alright" He said and that's when I hung up stuffing my phone back in my pocket. Pulling my car door open I climbed in.

That's when I remembered I had to shoot a text to Lucia not come today. Pulling my phone out in a haste, I sent her a text:

Not even waiting for a response, I locked and placed my phone in the cup holder.

After putting my seat belt on, I started the car up. I knew full well I was hella late for practice—it was about to be a long ass day.

I did get in trouble at practice today like I anticipated, but what I didn't care for was that lecture I got from Coach.

"Can you believe that shit? Coach saying I wasn't taking this seriously, that I wasn't acting like I wanted to win another championship" I said ranting to Hunter as we walked across the parking lot "He can suck my dick"

"You were late though, you know how he feels about that" he said back

"That's complete bullshit, considering it was one practice and I always deliver on the field. I am the best wide receiver out there" I said annoyed "he knows my work ethic, don't know why he acting like I'm slacking off"

"Let's stay humble and not get cocky now, Chris" Hunter said before he spotted his car.

Patting my shoulder, he gave me a tight-lipped smile "try to be on time next time. See you when I see you" he said before walking away

Did he hear a thing I said?

Sucking my teeth, I grabbed my keys out of my pocket and pressed the alarm button. Spotting my car, I began to walk right to it.

My ass was running endless drills today, I don't think I could feel my legs. I knew I had to be walking funny right now.

Entering and closing the door of my car, I sighed in contentment. I stayed seated there soaking up the silence in the car for a minute just to relax.

My phone, however, ended that silence.

Groaning in annoyance, I grabbed out of pocket and look out the caller ID.

I immediately pressed answer.

"What's up Ce?" I asked

"Hey, where are you right now?" She questioned

"I'm sitting in my car outside the practice facility, why?" I asked raising a brow

"You know what I'm craving right now?" rolling my eyes I smiled

"No, Celine I don't know what you're craving. Would you like to tell me though?" I said playfully

"I'm really craving some cookies and cream ice cream" she said almost as a moan

"What you want me to do about that?" I asked teasingly

"Get it for me, duh. The hell you think I'm telling you for" she said back with attitude

"Have you even eaten dinner yet?" I asked

"Uh, no" Celine said guiltily

"You definitely aren't in need of ice cream then" I said back chuckling

"Chris this is serious" she whined

"How 'bout you get dressed and we go out to get something to eat for dinner. Then, I'll get you some ice cream" I proposed

"Fine, where are we going?" She asked, I could imagine her rolling her eyes "I'm not tryna get too dressed up"

"I was thinking Rozzi's?" Rozzi's was this nice Italian restaurant—it wasn't too upscale that we had to get all fancied up, but It was still high end. They had the most authentic Italian food I've ever tried and I've been wanting some pasta lately.

"Oh yes, definitely. Their breadsticks are to die for" she groaned

"Alright, I should be home in twenty minutes" I said before hanging up

Nodding my head at Lance who was posted outside, I fetched my keys out.

"Celine and I are going out to eat so Imma need you on duty tonight" I informed him

He responded by giving me a curt nod.

Okay then.

Unlocking the door with my keys, I twisted the handle and entered inside making sure to shut it behind me.

I could hear the shower running, which indicated to me Celine was getting herself ready.

I didn't just want to go out to eat for hunger, but I felt like Celine and I had a lot a things to talk about regarding the baby—this would be the perfect setting. I could say what I gotta say without the fear of her verbally attacking me because we would be in public.

Dropping my bag down, I went directly to my room to get ready.

I already showered after practice, but I never felt like that was enough—so I was gladly taking another one.

When it came time to get dressed, I went for an all black fit—black long sleeve shirt, black jeans, and black suede boots.

I accessorize with my gold Rolex and chain, and I was ready to go.

Stepping out my room, I saw Celine leaned on the kitchen counter texting on her phone.

Damn, she looked good. Not even gonna front.

The blush pink off the shoulder bodycon dress was hugging her body just right. Her perfectly round bump was on full display as the stretchy fabric of the dress formed over it nicely.

Locking her phone, she turned to me "about time. I'm starving here" she said grabbing bag and heading for the door.

"Says the one wanting ice cream for dinner" I said rolling my eyes as I opened the door. Holding it open, I let her go out first before shutting the door behind me and locking it.

"Whatever" she said back

"You good wearing heels right now, Ce?" I asked a little concerned

"I got sandals in my bag. Ain't no way was I not about to wear heels with this outfit" she said in response

"Okay then, just don't complain after and ask me to massage your swollen ankles if it comes to it" I said raising my hands in defense

Celine pushed playfully, causing me and her to laugh.

Lance followed behind us as we made our way to the elevator. Reaching out I pressed the down button and waited for it to come.

"He's driving?" Celine asked sobering up from laughing

"Yeah" I said handing Lance the keys to my range.

"Okay" she nodded "I'm glad we're bringing him along, we need the extra protection after what happened at the hospital"

"Mmhm" I hummed

The elevator door opened just then, and all three of us stepped in. Lance made his way to the corner with his arm crossed and shades on looked like a damn CIA operative.

"What were you up to today?" I asked turning my attention back to her

"Online apartment hunting. I think I found the most perfect place, it's not too far from here either which is good" she said

"What are you going to do about your apartment then?" I asked confused

"Oh that place is already sold. I though you would know that considering I moved everything out and put majority of my shit into storage" she said furrowing her brows

"See now that makes sense" I laughed

"I need to start doing baby shopping too. Gotta get a crib and set up his whole room and so do you. Didn't you say you wanted him to have a nursery at your place too?" She asked scrunching her face a little

"Yeah, but I'll just hire someone to put it together for me" I shrugged

"You are so lazy" Celine said rolling her eyes

"How is that lazy? I'm being smart. I just gotta tell them how I want it to look and they make it happen without me lifting a finger. It's genius" I said as the elevator dinged and opened at the bottom floor

All three of us walking out, heading towards the lobby doors—Lance leading the way.

"I want to do it myself. That's part of the experience of having a kid" she said caressing her bump

"First of all, you can't do it yourself because you're pregnant and can't do heavy lifting. So pretty much you would be sitting back and watching as someone helps set up the nursery anyway" I snorted

"You're aggravating. Watch my nursery look better than yours" she said

"Doubt it" I scoffed rolling my eyes "who knows what boys like better than a man himself. His nursery 'bouta look cool as hell"

"Is that a challenge?" Celine asked placing her hand on her hip

"Hell yeah it's a challenge" I said back baiting her

"May the best nursery win" she shrugged facing forward as we walked towards the car I conveniently parked on the curb.

"I don't know why you trying me, you should know I'm competitive and I don't like losing"

"Neither do I" she said with a smirk as she pulling the